Akai MPC 2000xl User Manual
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Sequencer
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Loop recording function enables quick recording by looping short phrases.
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Sequencer memory equivalent to 300,000 notes (including note and other data).
The maximum number events in a sequence is equivalent to 50,000 notes.
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99 sequences may be held in memory at once. Each sequence contains 64 individual
tracks.
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2 independent MIDI output ports permit 32 simultaneous MIDI output channels.
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2 mergeable MIDI inputs.
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The optional SMPTE IC chip (IC-M2TC) enable synchronization with SMPTE time codes.
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MTC (MIDI time code), MMC (MIDI machine control) compatible.
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Data can be exported to or imported from standard MIDI files.
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Step edit function enables you to edit individual events.
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The velocity of each track can easily be modified.
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It is possible to record to 32 MIDI channels at one time.
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Tap Tempo feature allows the playback tempo to be set by tapping a key in the time of 1/4-
notes.
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Programmable tempo changes in mid-sequence or mid-song are supported.
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Auto Punch feature enables you to punch in or punch out automatically in the designated
sequence.
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Swing feature enables you to add a swing-feel to the rhythm.
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16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive front panel drum pads and 4 pad banks provide a total
of 64 pad/bank combinations.
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Track mute can be turned on or off and sequences can be selected using the drum pads.
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The NOTE VARIATION slider controls the decay or filter value of the sound in real time.
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Since it is possible to convert MIDI sustain pedal data to note duration data, you can place
sustain effects independently from the note data within a track.
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The note repeat function and the after touch function pads enable you to easily enter drum
rolls and hi-hat beats.
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The UNDO SEQ key enables you to undo sequence recordings or edits.
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The 2nd sequence function allows a separate sequence to be played at the same time that
another sequence (or song) is being played/recorded.