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Akai S6000 User Manual

Akai S6000
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Operators Manual
s5000
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s6000
STEREO DIGITAL SAMPLER
Software version V1.21

Table of Contents

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Akai S6000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSampler
Polyphony128 voices
Bit Depth16-bit
FiltersMulti-mode resonant filters
LFOYes
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
StorageSCSI
DisplayLCD
ConnectivitySCSI
Outputs8 individual outputs, stereo out
FormatsWAV, AIFF, Akai S1000/S3000
MemoryUp to 256 MB
Inputs2 analog

Summary

Introduction and Hardware

S6000 Front and Rear Panels

Details the front and rear panel controls and connections of the S6000 sampler.

S5000 Front and Rear Panels

Details the front and rear panel controls and connections of the S5000 sampler.

Connecting and Mounting the S6000

Guide to connecting and physically installing the S6000 sampler.

Understanding Sound and Operation

User Interface and Navigation Basics

Covers the sampler's display, keys, menus, and operational conventions.

S6000 Sound Structure Explained

Explains how samples, programs, and keygroups form sounds on the S6000.

Core Operational Modes

Load Mode: Loading Data from Storage

Details how to load multis, programs, and samples from disk storage.

Multi Mode: Combining and Layering Sounds

Explains how to combine programs into multis for performance.

Edit Program Mode: Designing and Editing Sounds

Covers the detailed editing of programs, including envelopes, filters, and modulation.

Edit Sample Mode: Raw Audio Manipulation

Details editing raw audio samples, including trim, loop, and processing.

Record Mode: Capturing Audio Input

Explains how to set up and perform audio recordings.

FX Mode: Internal Effects Processor

Describes the sampler's internal multi-effects processor and its parameters.

Utilities Mode: System and MIDI Configuration

Covers system setup, MIDI, disk management, and OS operations.

Advanced Features and Appendices

Virtual Samples: Disk-Based Playback

Explains the concept and usage of virtual samples played directly from disk.

Appendices: MIDI, SCSI, and Data Transfer

Provides technical references for MIDI, SCSI, PC/Mac data transfer, and compatibility.

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