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Akai Guitar > Effects > Single > Looper / Sampler >

Akai E2 Headrush Delay/Looper Pedal.

The Akai E2 Headrush Delay/Looper Pedal picks up where the award-winning E1 left off. This stompbox brings together 16-bit digital delay with times from 0.5ms to an astonishing 35 seconds, tape echo simulations with 4 separate heads, and a looping recorder in one convenient effects pedal.In addition to offering digital and analog-type delay sounds, user-selectable delay options allow for maximum control of signal output. There are several realtime interval and level adjustment selections as well as feedback level for repeats.Headrush can also simulate a 4-head analog tape echo machine and it is possible to set the spacing between the virtual heads to create complex multiple delays and repeats. The outputs of each of the virtual heads appear on individual outputs for ultimate flexibility when used with an external mixing console.The looping mode allows you to record and overdub layer after layer of sound in real time making Headrush an unbelievable live performance tool.Depending upon which mode is selected, the left switch controls the on/off and play/stop functions while the right switch sets the tap delay time or recording and overdub options. The LED display indicates which effect is in use and blinks in time showing the delay time selected.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Groove / Production Stations > Production Stations >

Akai MPC500 Portable Music Production Center.

The Akai MPC500 Music Production Center can be powered by 6 AA batteries allowing producers to work outside the studio with familiar Akai features and functions. The included AC power adapter along with the high-quality construction, sound, and feel will make it a great small sound editing and production unit in the studio. This compact-yet-full-featured music production center features a 48-track, 16-channel MIDI sequencer and 32-voice drum/phrase sampler with 16-bit/44.1kHz fideiltyThe sequencer supports standard MIDI file format and the sampler accepts WAV files. The MPC500 provides 12 velocity-sensitive pads for triggering sounds and has Akai's legendary 12 Levels function which allows one sound to be assigned to all the pads with varied level or tuning per pad. The MPC500 music synth provides numerous onboard effects plus two stereo effects sends and a Master control. The MPC500 uses up to 128MB RAM via the same EXM128 memory expansion used on the popular MPC1000 and MPC2500. The CF Card slot will allow users to backup their data, which can then be loaded directly into a MPC1000 or 2500 making the family of new MPC s fully compatible. The USB port allows you to transfer .wav files and .mid files or MPC sequence files in and out of the Akai MPC500 or connect an external hard drive.. ...details

Akai Recording > Multi-Track Recorders > Remotes and Expansion Accessories >

Akai EB16 Sampleverb Multi-Effects Processor Board.

4-bus digital multi-effects processor. Up to six different effects simultaneously. Effects can be routed to the stereo outputs or as stereo pairs to any of the individual outputs of the optional Multi-8D/m. 2 multi-effects channels include distortion, EQ, flanging, chorus, phrasing, stereo pitch shift, ring modulation, auto-panning, rotary speaker emulator, delay/echo and reverb. Plus 2 reverb-only channels, for a total of 4 reverbs. A hundred user programmable presets (fifty multi-effect and fifty reverb) all of which can be extensively edited and saved.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > MIDI Controllers > Control Surfaces / Boxes >

Akai MPD24 USB/MIDI Pad Controller.

Akai Professional's MPD24 is the velocity sensitive pad controller for musicians and DJs working with sampled sounds. The MPD24 features 16 MPC-style velocity and pressure sensitive pads plus transport controls for interfacing with DAW/sequencing applications. With Akai's MPC 16 Levels and Full Level features for ultimate pad control, four selectable pad banks totaling 64 pads, six assignable faders and eight assignable, 360 degree knobs for transmitting MIDI Control Change data, the MPD24 provides unprecedented creative freedom for manipulating sampled material.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Modules and Samplers > Samplers >

Akai Z4 24/96 64-Voice Sampler.

Now your sampler can work at the resolution and rate of the rest of your equipment, with 24-bit/96kHz performance. Z-96 LSI sampling engine and Intel CPU prove ultrafast audio processing with 4 realtime Q-Link control knobs. Intellisample automated sampling for one-step acquisition of samples from CDs and more. Ships with 16MB of RAM (expandable to 512MB). 64-voice polyphony with 192 filters and 26 filter types, up to 3 filters per voice. Dual independent LFOs with internal/external modulation control and a whole lot more. Included ak.Sys. Network and control software works on PC and Mac formats.. ...details

Akai General Accessories > Gig Bags > Keyboard Gig Bags >

Akai MPC1000 Gig Bag.

Cool custom gig bag for your Akai MPC1000 Music Production Center lets you protect your rig and travel in style.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > MIDI Controllers > Control Surfaces / Boxes >

Akai MPD16 USB/MIDI Pad Controller.

The Akai MPD16 is a dedicated pad controller with MIDI and USB outputs you can use with any sampler, sound module, sequencer, or software to record and play drum and percussion patterns. The 16 pads on the MPD16 allow you to play with expression and feel for a realistic, human performance. The pads are assignable with two banks for a total of 32 pads plus a performance slider for hi-hat and other sample switching. Each pad also has variable velocity range and support for MPC's famous Full Level and 16 Levels pad response modes. Full Level switches all pads to maximum output velocity (127). The 16 Levels feature allows you to generate note velocities in 16 steps with each of the 16 pads.. ...details

Akai Recording > Computer Software > Composition / Utility Software > Effects Plugins > VST >

Akai Rotator Cab Simulator VST Plug-In Hybrid CD Win/Mac.

Using the default settings, this effect generates exactly the standard rotation speed values of the original physical cabinet and can also be detuned in a range of -25% to +25%. Additionally, the distortion of the cab can be controlled, along with mic placement which is shown graphically. The realtime rotation of the simulated horn and rotor speakers are shown using animated graphics.. ...details

Akai Recording > Computer Software > Composition / Utility Software > Effects Plugins > VST >

Akai D.C. Vocoder 50-Band VST Plug-In Hybrid CD Win/Mac.

A 50-band filter divides the input signal into 50 frequency bands for processing individually to deliver a high-quality vocoder sound. The level of each band can be precisely adjusted just like a parametric EQ. An internal 8-voice synthesizer and modulator create vocoder effects even without a carrier signal and the formant function changes female voices to male and vice versa.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Groove / Production Stations > Production Stations >

Akai MPC4000 Plus Production Station with CDRW Blue.

The Akai MPC4000 Plus Production Station with CDRW is the ultimate professional, high-resolution sampling and production workstation. You get a 128-track sequencer, 24-bit/96kHz stereo digital sampler, a 4-channel 56-bit effects processor, and 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with adjustable velocity. To power all these advanced features the MPC4000 Plus has a custom-designed LSI sampling engine built around a high performance Intel Strong Arm CPU. It offers all the advantages of dedicated hardware with a large LCD and ultrafast audio processing plus computer interface capabilities via ak.Sys PC/Mac control and networking software. Plus you get the classic friendly and intuitive user interface of the Akai MPC series and great-feeling pads with drag and drop sample assignment for easy and expressive programming.The 300,000 note sequencer boasts 960ppq resolution and a sequence data clipboard you can use to create a phrase library. You get both pattern-based and linear sequencing with the capability to run a pattern-based sequence and a linear sequence simultaneously. The large LCD also allows an unprecedented view of sequence data showing data as a piano roll or as a drum machine 'grid'. Continuous MIDI data can also be shown and edited graphically.The MPC4000 Plus includes Keygroup support like Akai's rackmount samplers so you can play multisample piano, bass, strings, and synth sounds from a.... ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Misc > Misc >

Akai EXM128 128MB RAM Expansion Card.

The Akai EXM128 RAM Expansion Card adds 128MB of RAM to your MPC1000 or MPC2500 Production Center, increasing the number and/or size of the samples you can run simultaneously.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Misc > Misc >

Akai IB-24LTC SMPTE Reader/Generator.

This option adds an SMPTE reader and generator to the already powerful DPS24.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Misc > Misc >

Akai IB-24ADT 2 In/8 Out ADAT Optical I/O.

Add 8 channels of ADAT I/O to your Akai DPS24! The DPS24 can be integrated into any ADAT environment, or interfaced with any ADAT-compatible device with this convenient I/O card.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Misc > Misc >

Akai IB-24SCSI Wide SCSI Interface for External Data Storage.

This optional SCSI connector allows you to connect external SCSI drives to the DPS24.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Modules and Samplers > Samplers >

Akai MPC2000XL-MCD Production Station.

The Akai MPC2000XL-MCD Production Station continues the MPC Series tradition of providing precision sequencing and drum programming and powerful sampling facilities in one convenient, portable desktop unit. This latest generation of MPC adds happening features like a Next Sequence key, 4 bank keys to effectively provide 64 pads, track mute key, hinged LCD, multiprogram playback, device naming, MIDI soft thru, multitrack recording, time stretch, resampling, and simultaneous playback of a second sequence plus folder file management. This powerful unit helps your creative flow, rather than throwing obstacles in your way like so many production stations do. Whether you're a techno geek, creating sequences with multiple MIDI modules, or gigging; whether you're programming complex drum parts or triggering loops, you'll appreciate the convenience and ease of the MPC2000XL-MCD's friendly and intuitive user interface that simplifies the expression of your creativity. The compact and rugged build also means it's equally at home onstage as it is in the studio. The innovative memory card interface supports various types of removable flash memory such as Compact Flash, Smart Media, Memory Stick, and Secure Digital. Saving and transferring files has never been cheaper or more convenient.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Groove / Production Stations > Production Stations >

Akai MPC2500 Music Production Center.

The Akai MPC2500 Music Production Center combines a 64-track MIDI sequencer with a 32-voice, 16-bit stereo digital sampler in one extremely powerful desktop unit.The Akai MPC2500 has 2 internal effects processors that can be used simultaneously. They include a wide range of effects algorithms, such as reverb, delay, bit grunger, chorus, phasers, flying pan, 4-band EQ, compressor, and a phase shifter.Realtime control is provided by 2-note variation sliders and 2 Q-Link knobs that can be separately assigned to allow flexible, realtime performance control of a wide variety of selectable parameters. These parameters include level, pan, filter cut-off and resonance, and tuning. Each assignable Q-Link knob can generate MIDI data so that parameter information can be recorded and played back from within a sequence.2 MIDI inputs and 4 MIDI outputs come standard on the Akai Music Production Center, enabling 64 external MIDI channel operation. In addition, the MPC2500 can individually control its onboard sampler with up to 64 parts, allowing users to assign a different program on each track.A large LCD screen allows a clear view of sequence data. Continuous MIDI data can also be shown, as well as edited, graphically. The Akai MPC2500 comes with 16MB of onboard memory which can be expanded up to 128MB of RAM via the optional EXM128 memory card. Optional CD-M25 drive adds CD burning capability.. ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > MIDI Controllers > Wind and Other Controllers >

Akai EWI 4000S Electronic Wind Instrument.

The EWI 4000S Wind Instrument by Akai is a big step forward in the development of MIDI controllers and synthesizer instruments. It offers customizable sax-style fingering with advanced controls and functions for expressive performance and makes a number of higher-end synth features available. For more information on fingering options, download the Fingering Chart PDF below.Most significant is an onboard sound module so you no longer have to play tethered. By using MIDI and an optional wireless transceiver, you can move freely onstage and switch between stored programs from the instrument. Its internal sounds are based on a virtual analog synth sound module and are very responsive to nuances of your playing. Breath, vibrato, glide time, and bend width are easily adjusted to suit your musical style, and you can send multiple MIDI messages via breath for expression and aftertouch changes.There is also an octave key and mode that automatically doubles below the note you play, a Hold Mode which sustains a note while you play around it. It has 2 oscillators with separate volume controls, and a voltage controlled filter that can go from 2 to 4 pole filters. The EWI 4000S improves breath noise emulation and also has sostenuto.The EWI 4000S also has a sweep function that is more effective than typical envelope generators. By changing the force of your playing you can alter the sweep parameter to give dynamic shape.... ...details

Akai Keyboard Instruments > Modules and Samplers > Samplers >

Akai MPC1000 Music Production Center Black.

The Akai MPC1000 Music Production Center is a laptop-sized unit that serves as a portable complement to the MPC2000 and MPC4000 and is a powerful production tool on its own. It has a friendly interface, easy-to-use MIDI sequencer/drum sampler, and velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads for expressive play. Two separate effects processors plus a main-out processor can be used simultaneously. Also has 2x2 pole filters per voice, two Q-link sliders for realtime control, and 16MB capacity expandable to 128MB. It saves/loads data to the included 32MB CompactFlash card and connects to computer via USB for drag-and-drop convenience. Two MIDI in, two MIDI out.. ...details

Akai Recording > Multi-Track Recorders > Digital Workstations > Twenty-Four Track >

Akai DPS24 MKII Digital Personal Studio Black.

The Akai Professional DPS24 MKII Digital Personal Studio combines a 24-track 24-bit hard disk recorder/editor, a 46-channel automated digital mixer with a complete studio monitoring section, 4 stereo effects processors with FX library, a programmable patchbay and a mastering suite with built-in CD-RW drive, in one extremely powerful desktop unit. New to the DPS24 MKII is 5.1 surround mixing. With its generous complement of dedicated keys, rotary encoders, and motorized faders, the DPS24 MKII's tactile user interface provides direct access to all commonly used functions, without requiring that you cursor your way through endless menus and peer at countless LCD pages just to make some small but significant adjustment.The DPS24 MKII offers extensive and expandable connectivity: numerous analog I/Os using high-quality AD/DA converters, multiple digital I/Os, word clock, MIDI, USB, and even SCSI and SMPTE options.Its custom real-time multitasking operating system and dedicated hardware saves you from the headaches of computer-based configurations, conflicts and crashes. Ease-of-use and reliability are the keys of the DPS24 MKII.However, the DPS24 MKII also communicates very well with computer systems: complete audio import/export features are included, using standard Data CD and Hard disk formats, and the free akSys TrackView software allows you to view your projects on a large monitor, see waveforms scrolling.... ...details

Akai General Accessories > Practice Tools > Chord Computers >

Akai KCF1 Keyboard Chord Finder.

It fits in the palm of your hand, yet holds over 2,000 chords and variations and gives you instant access to them. Designed for students and professionals alike, the KCF1 has an easy to read keyboard LCD and a find function helps you locate chord names from any keyboard position.. ...details