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MIDI PRODUCTION CENTERWARNINGSoftware version 3.0To prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose this appliance to rain or moisture.Operator's Manu

viFRONT PANELTAPTEMPOINTEGRATED RHYTHM MACHINE16BIT DRUM SAMPLER/MIDI SEQUENCERSTEREO VOLUMERECORD LEVELMIDI PRODUCTION CENTERMPC3000SOFT KEY 1DIS

Page 87Chapter 4: Editing Sequence============ Edit Note Data ============1.Edit velocity/duration2.Edit note number assignment3.Edit note variation d

Page 88Chapter 4: Editing Sequencerange of 0 to 127; the equivalent note name (C-2 to G8) isshown to the right of each field. Alternately, these field

Page 89Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Value field:This field works in conjunction with the Do field and sets thenumber that will be used to change t

Page 90Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The To notes field:This field determines the note number to which the selected drumnotes will be reassigned. While

Page 91Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Notes field:This field determines which notes will be affected. It cannot beaccessed by the cursor. It can onl

Page 92Chapter 4: Editing SequenceThe STEP EDIT KeyThe Step Edit function allows the contents of the active track to beedited in precise detail. When

Page 93Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• SOFT KEY 1 (<Insert> or <Paste>):This soft key has one of two functions, depending on the currentsetti

Page 94Chapter 4: Editing Sequencemove to the previous or next step within the active track.(It is also possible to change the function of the [<]

Page 95Chapter 4: Editing Sequenceanother event of the same type at the beginning of the se-quence to set the controller to an initial value.Step Edit

Page 96Chapter 4: Editing Sequence7. The Duration field (D: 9696969696):This field shows the note duration in ticks (96 ticks = onequarter note). The

viiTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction...1W

Page 97Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Poly Pressure event>Poly_pressure Note: 60(C.3 ) Val:127There are three fields:1. The Note Number field

Page 98Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Stereo Pan event>Stereo_pan Pad:A01 Val:CThis message is exclusive to the MPC3000 and is used

Page 99Chapter 4: Editing Sequence2. The Val field (Val:127127127127127):This field contains the data value of the displayed con-troller event.• The T

Page 100Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Duration of recorded notes field:This field is used while in Step Edit mode to determine the methodby which d

Page 101Chapter 4: Editing Sequence1/16-notes will NOT be heard as you step throughthe sequence, because only notes existing in swung1/16-note locatio

Page 102Chapter 4: Editing SequenceStep RecordingStep Edit also makes it possible to record new notes from a MIDIkeyboard while the sequence is not pl

Page 103Chapter 4: Editing SequenceThe EDIT LOOP KeyThis function allows a specified number of bars within a sequence torepeat in a loop while playing

Page 104Chapter 4: Editing SequenceUsing Edit Loop as an Undo FunctionBecause the Edit Loop function allows you the option of ignoring allrecording an

Page 105Chapter 4: Editing SequenceThe TRANSPOSE KeyThis function allows you to transpose a track up or down by aspecified amount in real time. This f

Page 106Chapter 4: Editing Sequenceand the second field sets a location one tick after the last tick of theregion to be transposed.• The <Transpose

viiiCopying Events ... 82Copying an Entire Sequence to An

Page 107Chapter 5: Song ModeChapter 5:Song Mode

Page 108Chapter 5: Song ModeOverviewOne way to create a song in the MPC3000 is to record all of theparts in one long sequence, either playing the enti

Page 109Chapter 5: Song ModeThe SONG Key and Song Mode ScreenTo enter Song mode, press the SONG key. The Song Mode screenwill appear:=============== S

Page 110Chapter 5: Song Mode• The SMPTE start field:This five-part field sets the SMPTE number associated with theexact beginning of the song. Also ca

Page 111Chapter 5: Song Mode=== Insert Step === === Delete Step ===Ins before step: 1 Delete step: 1(This and all higher (This step will besteps w

Page 112Chapter 5: Song ModeAn Example of Creating and Playing a SongThe following demonstrates how to use Song mode to create a songon the MPC3000:1.

Page 113Chapter 5: Song ModeCOMMENT: Occasionally you may see the message Ana-lyzing sequence. Please wait... on the lowestline of the screen, asking

Page 114Chapter 5: Song ModeConverting a Song Into a Long SequenceSong mode is useful for quickly creating the format of a song.However, it is cumbers

Page 115Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsChapter 6:Creating andEditing Programs

Page 116Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsWhat Are Programs?A program can be thought of as a drum set. It is a collection of upto 64 sound assig

ixLoading, Erasing, or Renaming Files... 173Loading a SEQ File (Single Sequence)

Page 117Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsThe following is a graphical representation of how data is organizedwithin programs:Data for each note

Page 118Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsAccessed by pressing the Note Variation ASSIGN key. This isdescribed in the “Basics” chapter of the ma

Page 119Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsSelecting the Active Program, Assigning SoundsA single screen allows the selection of the current prog

Page 120Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsThe Edit Sound Assignments section of the screen:• The Assign note field:The Assign note and Sound fie

Page 121Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programssounds. If this option is selected, the fifth and sixth linesappear as follows:============ Select Pro

Page 122Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programsassignments. These fields are used to play one of threesounds depending on the velocity of the note re

Page 123Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programs============ Select Program ============Active program:24-PROGRAM NAME========== Assign Note:37/A01 ==

Page 124Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programsused. The advantage of this is that it is only necessary toadjust the volume and pan, for example, of

Page 125Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsEnvelope, Velocity Modulation, Tuning,Poly ModeTo edit these program parameters, press the PROGRAM/SOU

Page 126Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programsately following the attack phase. This is similar to the“envelope initial decay” parameter on most syn

Page 127Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programs2. MONO: Multiple plays of the sound use the same voice,terminating and restarting playback of the sou

Page 128Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsThe Dynamic FilterEach of the 32 voices in the MPC3000 has a 12 dB per octavedynamic resonant lowpass

Page 129Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programs• The Reson (resonance) field:This is the resonance of the filter at the cutoff frequency. The rangeis

Page 130Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsCopying and Initializing ProgramsSelecting option 4 from the initial PROGRAM/SOUNDS key menupresents t

Page 131Chapter 6: Creating and Editing Programs5. Press the <Do it> soft key to perform the copy.If 2 is selected from the Copy, Initialize Pro

Page 132Chapter 6: Creating and Editing ProgramsIf 4 is selected from the Copy, Initialize Program menu:======= Initialize All Programs ========Press

Page 133Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyChapter 7:TheMIXER/EFFECTSKey

Page 134Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyThe Stereo Output MixerThe MPC3000 has a 64 channel stereo mixer, providing a uniquevolume and pan value for e

Page 135Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Keyits pad assignment, use the All Mix Data (Text) function, accessedby selecting option 3 from the initial MIXER

Page 136Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyThe Individual Outputs/Effects MixerIn addition to the stereo outputs, the MPC3000 provides eightindividual mi

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 1Chapter 1:Introduction

Page 137Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Key3. Rotate the data entry control. Turning it will rotate through tenselections:[-] The pad’s sound has no outp

Page 138Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Key• SOFT KEY 1:Even though no soft key functions are displayed on the screen, thereis one active soft key: If SO

Page 139Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyViewing the Mix Data in Text FormThe graphic screens for the stereo mixer and individual outputs/effects mixer

Page 140Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Key• The Pan field.This is the current pan position for the selected sound within thestereo mix. The range is 50L

Page 141Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Keyhardware mixing consoles. It provides the advantage ofautomatically changing the level to the individual out-p

Page 142Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyMixer Source Select, Automated MixSelecting option 4 from the MIXER/EFFECTS menu presents ascreen containing f

Page 143Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Key3. MASTER:There is a set of stereo mix settings (volume and pan)that is stored within each APG (all programs)

Page 144Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyMIDI continuous controllers, as a series of many discreteevents (in this case, STEREO VOLUME, STEREO PAN,or OU

Page 145Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS KeyEffects GeneratorThe MPC3000 contains an internal effects generator capable of anumber of delay effects. To ac

Page 146Chapter 7: The MIXER/EFFECTS Keyeffects data, or to use a single master set of effects data sothat the selected effect never changes. This cho

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 2Welcome!Since its release in 1988, the MPC60 MIDI Production Center hasearned a reputation not only as the world’s greate

Page 147Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsChapter 8:Creating andEditing Sounds

Page 148Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsSampling a New SoundThis function is used to record new sounds into your MPC3000. Allsampling is done in

Page 149Chapter 8: Creating and Editing Sounds3. STEREO: Sampling is done in stereo, using both the leftand right sampling inputs (or both parts of th

Page 150Chapter 8: Creating and Editing Soundsbecause the Soft Start parameter (in the Edit a Sound screen)is automatically set to the first sample wh

Page 151Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsAs the screen explains, sampling is finished. The Meter section ofthe screen shows the highest peak leve

Page 152Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsAn example of sampling a new sound:The following is a step-by-step example of how to record a monosound

Page 153Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsIf you liked it, press <Keep&name> to keep it and go on to a screenthat allows you to name the

Page 154Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsEditing a soundThis function is used to edit a sound in your MPC3000. The avail-able editing features ar

Page 155Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsIf the sound is stereo, (ST) will appear to the right of the soundname. Also, once a sound is selected,

Page 156Chapter 8: Creating and Editing Sounds• The <Play> soft key:Pressing this soft key plays the selected sound, from soft startaddress to s

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 3FeaturesThe following is a summary of some of the advanced features of theMPC3000.General• Large 320-character LCD displa

Page 157Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsALL (the entire sound)ZONE (from the start to the end of the zone)TEMP (the current contents of the temp

Page 158Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsRenaming, Copying, and Deleting a SoundTo rename, copy, or delete a sound, convert a stereo sound to mon

Page 159Chapter 8: Creating and Editing Sounds• The <Copy> soft key:Pressing this soft key causes a new field, Name for copy, toappear below the

Page 160Chapter 8: Creating and Editing Sounds1. DELETE SOUND:The entire stereo sound will be deleted.2. DELETE LEFT SIDE (CONVERT MONO):The stereo so

Page 161Chapter 8: Creating and Editing SoundsTriggering a Sound from an External Signal—the Audio TriggerThis feature of the MPC3000 allows one of it

Page 163Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskChapter 9:Saving to andLoading from Disk

Page 164Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskOverviewThe MPC3000 has a built-in 3-1/2" disk drive for storing data. Thischapter describes th

Page 165Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskTo access the disk functions, press the DISK key. The followingscreen will appear:== Save to Disk ==

Page 166Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskSaving FilesThere are six options in the DISK key menu for saving files:1. Save a sequence2. Save al

Page 167Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk• The Free field:This shows the amount of free space on disk.• The <Do it> soft key:Pressing t

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 4• The Best Start feature automatically finds the point within asound at which the drum strike begins, bypassing any dead

Page 168Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskThe fields and soft keys are:• The File name field:Enter the file name in this field. The name can b

Page 169Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk• The <Select disk> soft key:This soft key has the same function as in the Save Sequence scree

Page 170Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk • The Free field:This shows the amount of free space on the selected disk.COMMENT: The MPC3000 will

Page 171Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk1. The All Programs and Sounds file (APS), which contains the datafor all 24 programs and the names

Page 172Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk• The <Select disk> soft key:This soft key has the same function as in the Save Sequence scree

Page 173Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskLoading, Erasing, or Renaming FilesThis function is used to either load, erase, or rename files on t

Page 174Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk• The Disk field:This field only appears if a hard disk is connected to the SCSI port.It shows the a

Page 175Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskTo select a different disk device, choose it in the Disk field, thenpress the <Select it>soft

Page 176Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk=========== Load V2 SEQ File ===========Use the same assigments for loading SETor ST1 files. If conf

Page 177Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disksure that the same settings are used when loading any MPC60 SETor ST1 files that you plan to use wit

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 5• Programmable tempo changes in mid-sequence or mid-song aresupported.• Mid-sequence time signature changes are supported

Page 178Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskLoading a PGM File (Single Program and Sounds)If a PGM file is selected for load, an additional scre

Page 179Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskPress <Load it> to load the APS file. The APS file will be loaded,followed by each sound file

Page 180Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk====== Load MPC60 SET or ST1 file ======Load the file's assignments intoProgram:24-Program_name

Page 181Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk• The Becomes note field:This field shows the note number to which the displayed padname assignment

Page 182Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk=== Load One Sound From SET/ST1 File ===Sound:BIG_SOUND Size: 0K

Page 183Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disksound files used by the PGM files). Next, the first ALL file (allsequences and songs) that is found

Page 184Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskLoading Sample Files From Akai S1000/S3000DisksThis function allows the loading of sample files from

Page 185Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskLoading stereo S1000/S3000 samplesIn the S1000 and S3000, stereo samples are stored on disk as twodi

Page 186Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskFormatting a Floppy DiskThis function is used to format a new disk or to completely erase analready-

Page 187Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskUsing a SCSI Hard DiskThe MPC3000’s SCSI port permits an external SCSI hard drive tobe used for all

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 6What’s Different From the MPC60?The MPC3000 contains many changes and improvements over theMPC60. The major changes are l

Page 188Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk== Change Power-On SCSI Search Delay ===Power-on SCSI search delay (secs):30(If no hard disk attache

Page 189Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskNow press <Next screen>. The display will change to thefollowing:=========== Format Hard Disk

Page 190Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskTo do this, select option 0 (Select disk) from the initial DISKkey menu. The following screen will a

Page 191Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from DiskCopying an Entire Floppy DiskThis feature permits an entire 1.4MB MPC3000 disk to be copied toanothe

Page 192Chapter 9: Saving to and Loading from Disk============== Copy a disk =============Insert disk to be copied TO, thenpress <Proceed>.=====

Page 193Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesChapter 10:Syncing to Tapeand Other Devices

Page 194Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesThe SYNC ScreenTo access the sync input and output settings, press the TEMPO/SYNC key, followed b

Page 195Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devices3. MIDI TIME CODE:MIDI Time Code is similar to SMPTE timecode except that thetiming information i

Page 196Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devicessync and the other to other real-time MIDI messages,thus reducing the amount of data that has to

Page 197Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devices1. 30 (30 frames per second, non-drop):This is the old NTSC standard for black andwhite televisio

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 7This allows independent send-level mixing to the internal effectsgenerator, or for any one of the individual outputs to b

Page 198Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devices• The MIDI in field:This field is used to select which of the two MIDI inputs,input 1 or input 2,

Page 199Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesRegardless of which sync mode is selected, there is one soft key inthe Sync In section:• The <

Page 200Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devices• The Start= field:This is the SMPTE timecode number at which the generatedtime code will start.

Page 201Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesSyncing to Tape and Other Devices: ExamplesThis section provides step-by-step examples of how to

Page 202Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devices1. Connect the SYNC OUT jack of the MPC3000 to the input of onetrack of your multitrack tape reco

Page 203Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devicessequence you intend to use is selected before setting this param-eter.7. Press the MAIN SCREEN ke

Page 204Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesSMPTE location where you want your song to start. If you don’tknow, use 00:00:10:00.00. This will

Page 205Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other Devicesacceptance of SMPTE, and is still used by many drum machines andsequencers. If you don’t have the

Page 206Chapter 10: Syncing to Tape and Other DevicesSyncing to 1/4-note ClicksThis method of syncing uses any cleanly recorded, percussive soundplayi

Page 207Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionChapter 11:MIDI Functions

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 8• The new Edit Note Number Assignment feature permitsreassigning specific drum notes from one note number(instrument) to

Page 208Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionAssigning Pads to Note NumbersIn the MPC3000, sounds in programs and drum notes in sequencesare assigned not to pad n

Page 209Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionAssigning pads to note numbers is done in the following screen,accessed by pressing the MIDI key then selecting optio

Page 210Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionMIDI Receive Channel, Local Mode, Soft Thru,Note Variation Controller Assign and SustainPedal ProcessingSelecting opt

Page 211Chapter 11: MIDI Functionthey aren’t. If you are using a single keyboard synthesizer (thekeyboard and sound generator are together in one unit

Page 212Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionThe MPC3000 eliminates these problems by specially processingsustain pedal messages. If the Convert sustain pedal tod

Page 213Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionMIDI Input FilterSelecting option 3 from the MIDI key menu presents the MIDIInput Filter screen, which allows specifi

Page 214Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionNOTESPROGRAM CHANGEPITCH BENDCHANNEL PRESSUREPOLY PRESSURESYSTEM EXCLUSIVEMIXER VOLUMEMIXER PANOUTPUT/EFFECT LEVELC0-

Page 215Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionThe Min change field is used to thin out the event data for theabove specified event types, thereby reducing the tota

Page 216Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionTurning All Notes OffOccasionally, a note from an externally-connected synthesizer maystick on. This may be due to se

Page 217Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionThe MIDI Implementation ChartsThis section contains the MIDI implementation charts for theMPC3000. There are two char

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 9dynamic filter and other data. This is explained further in Chapter6: “Creating and Editing Programs”.MPC60 SET files are

Page 218Chapter 11: MIDI FunctionModel: MPC3000 (sequencer section) MIDI Implementation Chart Version: 3.0Function Transmitted Recog

Page 219AppendixAppendix

Page 220AppendixTechnical SpecificationsGeneral• Display: 320 character (240 x 64 dot graphic) LCD• Disk drive: 3.5 inch HD (1.44MB formatted)• CPU: V

Page 221Appendix• Level of 8 individual outputs: 6dBm, 600Ω• Sync/Trigger input level: 0.5V p-p level (with input control atmaximum)• Sync output leve

Page 222AppendixAnswers to Frequent QuestionsIf you discover a problem in your MPC3000, we would appreciate itif you would please read the relevant se

Page 223Appendix1. Erase any unnecessary events from the sequence. For example,erase any channel pressure, poly pressure and system exclusiveevents if

Page 224AppendixIf you ever forget these instructions, just press the <Play sndsfrom MIDI> soft key. It’s in the screen accessed by pressing the

Page 225AppendixContents of Disk FilesThe following is a list of the contents of each of the six file types.The SEQ (sequence) fileSequence name (file

Page 226AppendixThe PGM (single program) fileProgram name (file name is used)For each of the 64 pads (A01-D16):• Note number assignmentFor each of the

Page 227AppendixThe PAR (system parameters) file(Play/Record screen)For each of the 64 MIDI output channel/port combinations:• MIDI channel name(16 Le

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 103. Notes may be recorded from MIDI directly into drumtracks without the need for the MPC60’s “Assign incom-ing notes to

Page 228Appendix(Auto Punch screen)all settings(Initialize Sequence screen)all settings(Erase screen)all settings(Sample New Sound screen)Input (analo

Page 229AppendixMPC3000 OptionsThis section describes the various options available for theMPC3000. To purchase any of these items, contact your Akai

Page 230AppendixThere are four possible combinations:• Akai standard 2MB board + a pair of 1MB SIMMs: 4MB total• Akai standard 2MB board + a pair of 4

Page 231IndexIndex

Page 232Index+ and – keys 1716 LEVELS key 26Active Track, defined 35All Notes Off 216Analyzing Sequence message 223Answers to frequent questions 222Ap

Page 233IndexPartitions of hard disk 188Renaming files 173S1000/S3000 files, loading 184S1000/S3000 stereo files, loading 185Saving a PAR file (system

Page 234IndexMIDI Tracks 30, 35Mix Data, setting all channels at once 141Mix, automated 143Mixer source select 142MIXER/EFFECTS Key 133Mixers, text vi

Page 235IndexStereo Mixer 134Switching sounds depending on Envelope Decay 122The MIXER/EFFECTS Key 133Tuning 126Velocity modulation of attack, start a

Page 236IndexRecord Ready mode 32Recording 29, 39Recording with multiple tracks, example 44Recording, example 42SEQ EDIT key 77Shift Timing 85Step Edi

Page 237IndexSwing 50Sync1/4 note clicks 1981/4 note clicks, syncing to 2061/4-note clicks 195FSK24 195, 198FSK24, syncing to 204MIDI clock 194, 195MI

Chapter 1: IntroductionPage 11New Note Variation system and revised 16 Levels functionIn the MPC60, the Hi-hat Decay Slider controlled decay time ands

Page 238IndexUndo, using Edit Loop key 104Velocity modulation of attack, start address & volume 126Velocity or duration data, globally editing 87V

MIDI PRODUCTION CENTERSoftware version 3.1Operator's ManualWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose this appliance to rain or moistur

New Features of Version 3.1Saving and Loading Standard MIDI Files ...1Loading Sample Files From Akai

Page 1MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualSaving and Loading Standard MIDI FilesMPC3000 sequences may be saved to floppies as Standar

Page 2MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualSaving a Standard MIDI FileTo save a standard MIDI file, go to the “Save a Sequence” screen

Page 3MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualLoading a Standard MIDI FileIn order to load a MIDI file, it must exist on a MS-DOS/Windows

Page 4MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manual2. ONE PER MIDI OUTPUT:In this option is selected, one track is created for each channel/po

Page 5MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualLoading Sample Files From Akai S1000/S3000CD-ROMs or Hard DisksEarlier versions of the MPC3

Page 6MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manual• The Volume field:On S1000 or S3000 hard disks or CD-ROMs, each partition may contain up t

Page 7MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualConnecting Multiple SCSI Devices, Making aSCSI Device Active Without Recycling PowerIn prev

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 13Chapter 2:The Basics

Page 8MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualOnly addresses 0 - 6 may be used for external SCSI devices. Address 7 cannotbe used because

Page 9MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manual• The <Make active> soft key:Press this soft key to make the connected SCSI hard disk

Page 10MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualMIDI Machine ControlMIDI Machine Control (abbreviated “MMC”) is a standard system of commu

Page 11MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manual“<<”, “<”, LOCATE, “>”, and “>>”: In addition to their normalMPC3000 fun

Page 12MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualSending MIDI Time Code In Real Time While PlayingThe MPC3000 may now send MIDI Time Code o

Page 13MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualMIDI Sample DumpMIDI Sample Dump is an industry-standard format for transferring sampledat

Page 14MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualReceiving a MIDI sample dump from an external samplerTo receive a MIDI Sample Dump, make s

Page 15MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manualfield to the sound number (in the external sampler) that you want trans-ferred. Then, pres

Page 16MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s Manual• The MIDI input, MIDI output, and MIDI channel fields,and the <Send/recv> soft key:

Page 17MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualSaving Program or APS Files Without Sounds,Optional Overwriting of Sounds During ProgramSa

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 14Hooking Up Your SystemThe following diagram shows how to hook up the MPC3000 to aMIDI keyboard and two sound modules.MULTI

Page 18MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualTwo new fields exist:• The Save field:Program files contain no sound data so when saving a

Page 19MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualTwo new fields exist:• The Save field:Program files contain no sound data, so when saving

Page 20MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualA new field exists:• The Replace same sounds in memory field:This choice field has two opt

Page 21MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualNew Sound Edit Options— Delete Before SoftStart and Delete After Soft EndIn previous syste

Page 22MPC3000 Software Update Version 3.1 Operator’s ManualImproved Speed of Saving to Hard DiskIn previous system software versions, saving to hard

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Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 15Getting Around on the MPC3000Before you can use the MPC3000, you must learn how to use thecursor keys, data fields, comman

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 16sequence. To the right of this field is another field containing thename for the selected sequence.The Play/Record screen

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Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 17the on-screen number will decrement. Continuously turning thedata entry control will repeatedly increment or decrement the

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 18The HELP keyWhenever this key is pressed and held down, the contents of thescreen will be temporarily replaced by text exp

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 19Definitions: Sequence, Track, Song, Sound, Pad,Note Number, and ProgramHere are some definitions of terms used in the MPC3

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 20SoundEach individual sampled recording in the MPC3000 is called asound. A sound could be a recording of a single strike of

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 21select which drum will play—one key for bass drum, one for snare,one for high tom, etc.This system of using MIDI note numb

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 22Loading and Playing Sounds and ProgramsAll sounds and programs are held in RAM memory and are there-fore lost whenever the

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 23Pads in bank A: A01 through A16Pads in bank B: B01 through B16Pads in bank C: C01 through C16Pads in bank D: D01 through D

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 244. Repeat step 3, except select program 3 and play the sounds.Repeat this procedure to hear the other programs.5. To retur

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 253. Press MAIN SCREEN to return to the Play/Record screen.4. Play the selected pad while moving the Note Variation slider.E

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 26The AFTER keyNote Variation information may be recorded into sequences. Eachdrum note in a sequence contains two pieces of

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 27• The Note field:This field is used to assign the 16 Levels function to one of the 64possible note numbers (35-98). When 1

Chapter 2: The BasicsPage 28the 16 pads will play the sound at no tuning change. Regardlessof this center pad, higher numbered pads play higher chroma

Chapter 3:RecordingSequences

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 30How Sequences are OrganizedA sequence can be thought of as a segment of multitrack tape ofvariable length. Depend

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 31beat number, and tick number. (A beat is the timing value of thelower half of the time signature. For example, in

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 32The MAIN SCREEN Key & Play/Record ScreenWhen the MPC3000 is first powered on, the LCD screen shows thefollowi

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 332. Record ready:==== Play/Record (Record ready) ===In this mode, it is possible to “punch in” to Record orOverdub

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 34should be set to the desired frame rate.• The Active Tempo field (BPM:120.0120.0120.0120.0120.0 (SEQ) in the abov

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 35displayed to the right of the word BAR. To set thenumber of the bar to which the sequence loops back,move the cur

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 36selected not by note number only as in MIDItracks, but also by the pad number and soundname currently assigned to

MIDI Production CenterSoftware version 3.0Operator’s ManualBy Roger LinnCopyright 1987-1994 Akai Electric Co., LTD.Document Revision date: May 1994

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 37fields allow the active track to play simultaneously through anadditional channel/port combination. If no additio

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 38The first part is the bar number; the second is the beat numberwithin the bar (the beat is equal to the denominat

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 39The Play/Record KeysThese ten keys operate similarly to the transport keys on a taperecorder, with some very usef

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 40It is also possible to punch-in to Record mode while playing. To dothis:1. The MPC3000 must be in Record Ready mo

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 41Edit Options” section in the “Editing Sequences” chapter of thismanual.• The LOCATE key:This key is used to insta

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 42Sequence Recording Example 1: A LoopedDrum PatternThe MPC3000 is both a linear-type sequencer and a pattern-ori-e

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 43Overdub mode to avoid erasing your new notes. The notes youplayed will be heard at the position they were recorde

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 44Sequence Recording Example 2: A MultitrackSequenceThe following is a step-by-step example of recording a multitra

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 452. Press the ERASE key, then select SOFT KEY 2(<Initialize>). The following screen will appear:========== I

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 46the nearest value specified in the Timing Correct screen (in thiscase, 1/16-note).5. Without stopping the sequenc

iiWARNING!!To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.1-EnThe lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol superim

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 472. Set the Type field to MIDI, indicating that this track will notplay the internal drum sounds.3. Set the Chn fi

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 482. Set the Type field to MIDI, indicating that this track will notplay the internal drum sounds.3. Set the Chn fi

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 49The TIMING CORRECT Key: Correcting TimingErrors, Swing TimingThe MPC3000 corrects timing errors made as you are r

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 502. It sets the amount by which the current sequence positionwill change when either the REWIND [<] or FASTFORW

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 51set these two fields to EARLY, 1 tick. This would cause all new notesto be recorded onto 1/16-notes but at 1 tick

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 52The Note Repeat FeatureAnother very useful feature of the TIMING CORRECT key is theability to automatically repea

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 53Tempo and the TEMPO/SYNC KeyMany of the functions in the MPC3000 are associated with control-ling the playing tem

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 54tempo or the master tempo is currently active. It is a choice fieldwith two options:1. SEQUENCE: Within each sequ

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 5529.97 DROP (29.97 frames per second, drop frame):This is the standard for NTSC color television in the UnitedStat

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 56• The <SyncScreen> soft key :This screen is described in the chapter entitled “Syncing to Tape andOther Dev

iiiWARNINGThe MPC3000 is designed to be used in a standard household environment.Power requirements for electrical equipment vary from area to area.

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 57• The Bar# field:This field shows the location within the sequence where thecurrently displayed tempo change will

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 58The TAP TEMPO KeyThe TAP TEMPO key allows the tempo to be set quickly by tappingtwo beats (1/4-notes) on the TAP

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 59The WAIT FOR and COUNT IN KeysThese two keys make the process of real-time sequence recordingeasier.The WAIT FOR

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 60The AUTO PUNCH KeyThe Auto Punch function allows Overdub or Record modes to beentered and exited automatically at

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 61• The Last Punch In= and Out= fields:These two fields are indicators only—they cannot be manuallychanged. They ar

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 62The SIMUL SEQUENCE KeyThis function allows the MPC3000 to play two sequences simulta-neously. For example, you co

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 63The OTHER KeyThe OTHER key gives you access to a number of additional features,many of which are related to seque

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 641. NO: The metronome is only heard during Record orOverdub modes, but not while in Play mode.2. YES: The metronom

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 65TIMING CORECT (Timing correct):Press to duplicate the function of pressing TIMING COR-RECT. This is very useful f

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 66• The <Rec 16 chs> soft key:Pressing this soft key presents a screen used for setting up multi-channel reco

ivWARNINGTHIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHEDIMPORTANTThis equipment is fitted with an approved non-rewireable UK mains plug.To change the fuse in this type

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 67The Record 16 Channels Function: Multichannel RecordingIn its normal operating mode the MPC3000 can only record o

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 68• The Sig field (time signature):This is actually two fields—the upper and lower half of the timesignature to be

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 69• The Sig field (time signature):This field shows the time signature entered in the previous screen.It is for dis

Chapter 3: Recording SequencesPage 70Recording MIDI System-Exclusive DataThe MPC3000 can record patch data or any other MIDI system-exclusive messages

Page 71Chapter 4: Editing SequenceChapter 4:Editing Sequences

Page 72Chapter 4: Editing SequenceThe ERASE KeyThe ERASE key provides three main functions:• Erasing notes in real time while in Overdub mode• Erasing

Page 73Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Seqnc (sequence) field:In this field, enter the sequence number from which the data will beerased. The sequenc

Page 74Chapter 4: Editing Sequence(Hit pads) to the right. When a pad is pressed, itscurrently assigned note number will appear in the field,followed

Page 75Chapter 4: Editing Sequence========= Delete All Sequences =========Pressing <Do it> will erase allsequences and set them to unused statea

Page 76Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Loop field:In this field enter the loop status (OFF or TO BAR) and the loop barnumber, if TO BAR is selected,

vLITHIUM BATTERYThis product uses aLithium Battery for memory back-up. The lithium battery should only bereplaced by qualified service personnel. im

Page 77Chapter 4: Editing SequenceThe SEQ EDIT KeyThe SEQ EDIT key provides access to many features related tosequence editing. Pressing it will displ

Page 78Chapter 4: Editing SequenceChanging the time signature of a single barTo change the time signature of a specific bar, press <ChangeTsig>.

Page 79Chapter 4: Editing SequenceTo rearrange tracks, first enter the desired sequence number. Thenenter the track number to be moved in the Place tr

Page 80Chapter 4: Editing Sequencethe Loop field will automatically be increased to compensatefor the insertion.Deleting Bars From a SequenceThis func

Page 81Chapter 4: Editing SequenceCopying Bars (All Tracks)This function allows you to copy a specified range of bars (across alltracks) from one sequ

Page 82Chapter 4: Editing SequenceCOMMENT: If the sequence is set to loop to an earlier bar (inthe Play/Record screen) and the copied bars are inserte

Page 83Chapter 4: Editing Sequencerightmost field. These are bar.beat.tick fields, enabling you tospecify the region in units as small as one tick.• T

Page 84Chapter 4: Editing Sequence2. MERGE:In this mode, the copied data are merged, or added, to theexisting events.• The Copies field:This field spe

Page 85Chapter 4: Editing Sequence• The Over contents of seq field:This specifies the sequence whose contents will be replaced by thecontents of the a

Page 86Chapter 4: Editing Sequenceof 0 to 127; the equivalent note name (C-2 to G8) is shownto the right of each field. Alternately, these fields can