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Akai MPC500 - Portable Sampler/Sequencer Workstation

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Akai MPC500 - Portable Sampler/Sequencer Workstation

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The Akai MPC500 packs the high-quality sampling and sequencing features found in other MPC series workstations into an ultra-compact unit that's perfect for a variety of mobile applications. With 12 velocity and pressure sensitive pads, creating expressive work with the MPC500 is a snap. Analog audio inputs and outputs let you connect everything from mics and CD players to amplifiers, mixers, and speakers. MIDI connectors are supplied for interfacing with digital instruments, and a USB port provides easy file transfers with Macs and PCs.

Able to run continuously for over four hours on six AA batteries, the MPC500 comes complete with a 32-voice sampler that records 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV files for CD-quality sound. Up to 99 sequences with 48 tracks each can be created for a total of 100,000 notes. The MPC500 comes with 16MB of internal RAM, which can be expanded to 128MB with the optional EXM128 expansion card. A CompactFlash slot is also provided for storage on type I or II CompactFlash cards with capacities up to 2GB.

• Ultra Portable: With a very small form factor and the ability to operate on six AA batteries, the MPC500 is great for use on the road.

• Intuitive Control: With 12 velocity and pressure sensitive pads, an assignable slider, and more, the MPC500 is easy to use.

• Connectivity: Standard 1/4" inputs and outputs allow connection of microphones, audio players, mixers, and more. MIDI connectors let you interface with digital instruments, and a USB port provides simple data transfer with a Mac or PC.

• Memory Expansion: In addition to the 16MB of installed RAM and supplied 32MB CompactFlash card, the MPC500 can be expanded to have 128MB of internal RAM, and supports CompactFlash cards with capacities up to 2GB.

• High-Quality Sampling: 32-voice sampling at 16-bit/44.1kHz provides CD-quality audio.

• Sequencing: Store up to 99 sequences with 48 tracks each for a total of 100,000 notes.

• Effects: Several effect types, including reverb, delay, chorus, compressor, 4-band EQ, and more are provided.

• LCD: The 2 x 16 character backlit LCD provides important information about your system.

Triggers: 12 Velocity and Pressure Sensitive Pads

Polyphony: 32

Multitimbral: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Data Format: 16-bit Linear WAV

Sampling Rate: 44.1kHz

Recording Time: 136 seconds (16MB Mono)
(Can be Increased to Approximately 24.5 minutes with Optional 128MB Expansion)

Presets: Filters - 2-Pole Low Pass Filter Per Voice
Programs - 24 (48 Pads Per Program)
Drum Pad Banks - 4

User Memory: No

Effects: Master Effects: 4-Band EQ, Compressor
Effect Types: Chorus, Flanger, Bit Grunger, 4-Band EQ, Compressor, Phase Shifter, Tremolo, Flying Pan, Reverb, Delay

Sequencer: 99 Sequences with 48 Tracks Each, 100,000 Note Capacity
16 MIDI Output Channels
20 Songs, 250 Steps Per Song in Song Mode

Controllers: 1 x Q-Link Slider
1 x Main Volume Knob
1 x Rec Gain Knob

Connectors: 1 x 1/4" Stereo Mic/Line Input (2 Jacks)
1 x 1/4" Stereo Output (2 Jacks)
1 x 1/4" Stereo Headphone Jack
2 x MIDI Connectors (In, Out)
1 x USB Port
1 x Power Input

Expansion Slots: 1 x CompactFlash Slot
1 x Slot for Optional EXM128 Memory Expansion

Sample RAM: 16MB

Storage: 16MB Internal Memory (Expandable to 128MB)
CompactFlash Card Slot Accepts Type I and II Cards up to 2GB (32MB Card Included)
USB Data Transfer to Mac or PC

Display: 2 x 16 Character Backlit LCD with Adjustable Contrast

Dimensions (WxHxD): 10.5 x 6.9 x 1.7" (266 x 175 x 44mm)

Weight: 2.9 lbs (1.3kg)

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Akai MPC500 - Portable Sampler/Sequencer Workstation

Power Cord

32MB CompactFlash Card

Owner's Manual

1 Year Limited Warranty

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