Akai s2000 User Manual

SAMPLE EDIT
Page 140 S2000 Operator’s Manual - Version 1.30
SAMPLE EDIT
Once you have some samples in memory, you will want to edit them. This may involve nothing
more than trimming dead space at the start and end. However, there are many more things we
can do with samples such as looping, normalising level, timestretch, etc..
To edit a sample, press SAMPLE and then EDIT. You will see something like this screen:
This shows you how many samples are in memory (in this case 5), how much memory is free (in
this case 97%) and the name of the currently selected sample (in this case BIG STRING-L). You
can select the sample for editing using the inner DATA wheel. Once you have selected the
sample you want to edit, you’re ready to go.
DELETE AND RENAMING SAMPLES
Pressing PAGE DOWN will show this screen:
Press F1 (DEL) to delete the selected sample. You will receive this screen prompt:
Press F1 to cancel the operation or F2 to delete the selected sample.
If in the first page you press RENAME (F2), you will see this screen:
The cursor will be placed on the first character of the name. use the DATA wheel to select new
characters for the new name and the outer SELECT wheel to move the cursor around the
name. Once you have created a new name, press F1 (COPY) to copy the sample with the new
name or F2 (RENAME) to simply give the sample a new name.
Of course, it is not compulsory to rename or copy a sample. If you just want to edit an existing
sample, bypass the naming/copy process.
The next page down is as follows:
This page allows to select whether you will be editing in stereo or in mono. Naturally, if the
sample is a stereo sample, you should select STEREO but you can, if you wish, select MONO
and edit the left and right samples separately. If the sample is a mono one, you should select
MONO - you can select STEREO if you wish but it will still only edit in mono.
The next page down is this:

Akai s2000 Specifications

General

Type	Sampler
Polyphony	32 voices
Sampling Frequency	44.1kHz
Filters	Digital low-pass filter
MIDI	In, Out, Thru
Bit Depth	16-bit
Memory	2 MB, expandable to 32 MB
Outputs	8 individual outputs, stereo master output
LFO	1 LFO
Display	LCD
Storage	3.5" Floppy Disk
Inputs	Stereo input

Summary

Safety, Warnings, and Warranty

General Safety Precautions

Guidelines to prevent fire, shock hazards, and ensure safe operation of the S2000.

Warranty Information

Details of the product warranty period, coverage, and service procedures.

Introduction to the Akai S2000

S2000 Features and Specifications

Detailed list of S2000 features including polyphony, memory, and I/O.

Front and Rear Panel Overview

Description of controls, displays, and connectors on the front and rear panels.

Operating Modes Explained

Overview of the different operating modes: Single, Multi, Sample, Effects, Edit, Global, Save, Load.

Getting Started and System Overview

Initial Setup and Connections

Steps for connecting peripherals and powering up the S2000.

Loading Sounds and Demo Sequence

Procedures for loading sounds from disk and playing the demo sequence.

How the S2000 Works

Explanation of samples, programs, keygroups, and modulation.

Load Mode Operations

Loading from Floppy and Hard Disks

Steps for loading data from floppy and hard disks.

Selective Loading Options

Loading multis, programs, samples, or individual items.

Loading Operating Systems and External Libraries

Loading OS and sounds from other manufacturers' disks.

Save Mode Operations

Saving Entire Memory Contents

Procedure for saving all data to floppy or hard disk.

Saving Specific Items and Systems

Saving multis, programs, samples, and operating systems.

Deleting Items and Naming Volumes

Deleting files from disk and naming disk volumes.

Single Mode Operation

Playing and Managing Programs

Playing, renumbering, and deleting programs in Single mode.

Layering and Multi-Timbral Setups

Creating layered sounds and multi-timbral setups in Single mode.

Single vs. Multi Mode Comparison

Comparing the advantages and disadvantages of Single and Multi modes.

Multi Mode Operations

Setting Up and Modifying Multis

Assigning programs to parts and modifying multi parameters.

Part Parameters and Routing

Setting MIDI channels, levels, pan, and output routing for parts.

Layering and Keyboard Splits

Combining techniques for layering sounds and creating keyboard splits.

Program Edit Functions

Understanding Keygroups and Zones

Keygroup definition, zones, and sample assignment.

Filter and Envelope Generator Settings

Editing filter parameters and using envelope generators (ENV1, ENV2, ENV3).

Modulation Sources and Pitch Control

Using LFOs, APM, and pitch bend for sound modulation.

Velocity, Looping, and Timestretch

Editing sample parameters like velocity, loops, and timestretch.

Sample Edit Functions

Trimming and Normalizing Samples

Removing dead space and optimizing sample levels.

Looping and Crossfading Samples

Creating loops, tuning loops, and using crossfade looping.

Re-sampling and Timestretch

Optimizing memory with re-sampling and altering sample length with timestretch.

Effects Mode and Editing

Multi-Effects Processor Overview

Description of the 4-channel effects processor and its channels.

Delay, Reverb, and Modulation Effects

Editing parameters for delay, reverb, chorus, flange, and phase effects.

EQ, Rotary Speaker, and Autopan Effects

Adjusting EQ, rotary speaker, and autopan effects.

Pitch Shift and Chaining Effects

Using pitch shift, chaining effects, and routing options.

Global Mode Settings

MIDI, Controller, and SCSI Settings

Configuring MIDI channels, controllers, and SCSI ID.

Disk Formatting and Management

Formatting disks and managing disk operations.

DAT Backup/Restore and SMF Playback

Using DAT for backup and playing SMF files.

Appendices and Technical Information

Connecting External Devices

Guide to connecting SCSI devices and understanding SCSI cable requirements.

Data Compatibility Issues

Information on compatibility with older Akai sampler data formats.

Installing Options and Memory

Instructions for installing optional hardware like filters, effects, and memory.

S2000 Specifications and MIDI Chart

Detailed technical specifications and MIDI implementation chart.