Akai MPD32 User Manual

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HOOKUP DIAGRAM
Please refer to the following scenario for connecting the MPD32.
EXTERNAL SOUND MODULE
COMPUTER
POWER
ADAPTER
EXTERNAL
MIDI DEVICE
FOOTSWITCH
FOOTSWITCH EXPRESSION
PEDAL
1. Connect a USB cable from your computer to the MPD32. The unit will be powered through the
USB connection. Alternatively, if you do not wish to use a computer in your setup or if you wish
to power the MPD32 externally, please plug in the included 6V-1A DC power adapter.
2. If you would like to use an external sound module, connect a 5-pin MIDI cable from the MIDI OUT
of the MPD32 to the MIDI IN of the external device.
3. If you would like to use another MIDI controller in your setup, connect a 5-pin MIDI cable from the
MIDI OUT of the controller to the MIDI IN of the MPD32.
4. If you would like to use Footswitches or an Expression Pedal with the MPD32, connect the 1/4"
jack from the selected pedal in to the appropriate plug on the MPD32.
MIDI from MPD32 to
computer
MIDI from external MIDI
device connected to MIDI IN
port of MPD32
MIDI from computer to
external sound module
connected to MIDI OUT port
of MPD32

Akai MPD32 Specifications

General

Mixer section	-
Product color	Black
Drum pads backlight	Yes
Number of drum pads	16
Display type	LCD
USB connector type	USB Type-B
Power supply type	USB

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	384 mm
Width	308 mm
Height	64 mm