Akai MPC2500 Music Production Center
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Intuitive and ergonomic interface. 2 internal effects processors. Real-time control. Assignable Q-Link knobs.
Overview
The Akai Professional MPC2500 Music Production Center combines a 64-track MIDI sequencer with a 32-voice 16-bit stereo digital sampler. The MPC is a rock-solid sequencing and drum programming machine with 16 velocity and pressure sensitive rubber pads. The unit allows you to sample more efficiently. This composition center is contained in one extremely powerful desktop unit.
Features:
Designed for professional audio production, the MPC2500's intuitive and ergonomic interface makes it the ultimate user friendly composition studio.
2 internal effects processors can be used simultaneously. This includes a wide range of effects algorithms, such as reverb, delay, bit grunger, chorus, phasers, flying pan, 4-band EQ, compressor, and a phase shifter.
Real-time control is provided by 2 note variation sliders and 2 Q-Link knobs. Q-link knobs can be separately assigned to allow flexible, real-time 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.
Following the highly acclaimed MPC60 and MPC3000, 2 MIDI inputs and 4 MIDI outputs come standard enabling 64 external MIDI channel operation. In addition, the MPC2500 can individually control its onboard sampler up to 64 Parts, allowing users to assign a different program on each track.
A large LCD screen allows… read more a clear view of sequence data displaying features such as a drum machine 'grid'. Continuous MIDI data can be shown as well as edited graphically.
The MPC2500 comes with 16MB of onboard memory which can be expanded up to 128 MB of RAM via the optional EXM128 memory card.
The MPC2500 has the capability of an optional internal Hard Disk and CD-RW drives.
Improved Akai MPC Design
Large graphic LCD display based on the friendly user interface of the MPC series
MPC's iconic 'feel' and 'groove'
Velocity and pressure sensitive pads allow for expressive programming, with more pad banks
New Features such as Chopshop, Patched Phrase, Grid Edit, Effect and LFO sync, Mixer Automation, and Input Thru Expanded Linear/Pattern-based 100,000 notes, 64-track sequencer and 64 external MIDI channels
32-voice, 16-bit drum sampler equipped with 16MB of RAM with ability to hold 128 RAM
Extensive Connectivity
Two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs
Built-in USB Slave port for connection to a Windows or Mac OS computer
Built-in 10 analog outputs
2 1/4 in. stereo analog inputs and outputs with 16bit/44.1kHz sampling
Master/Slave synchronization capabilities: MIDI clock
2 Assignable Footswitch inputs
Sample Library Compatibility- Compatible with:
MPC1000: SEQ, WAV, PGM, ALL
MPC2000/2000XL: SEQ, WAV, SND, PGM (Most parameters of a PGM file can be loaded.)
MPC4000: SEQ, WAV, PGM (DRUM program only. Only note assign and tune are loaded.)
MPC3000: SND (THRU Computer)
Z4/Z8: WAV only
S5000/6000: WAV only (THRU Computer)
Extensive Sound Control
Extensive sample editing that includes cut and paste, timestretch, slice, resampling etc, with waveform Display, discard, extract, delete, silence, normalize, reverse, and pitch-shift
Dynamic resonant multi-mode filters, 2 envelope generators and 1 LFO for each of the 32 voices
2 Q-Link sliders and 2 knobs for real-time control over a wide variety of dynamic changes
Self-Contained
Optional user installable Internal hard drive to store custom sound libraries and sequences
Optional user installable CD-RW/DVD drive read less
Features:
Designed for professional audio production, the MPC2500's intuitive and ergonomic interface makes it the ultimate user friendly composition studio.
2 internal effects processors can be used simultaneously. This includes a wide range of effects algorithms, such as reverb, delay, bit grunger, chorus, phasers, flying pan, 4-band EQ, compressor, and a phase shifter.
Real-time control is provided by 2 note variation sliders and 2 Q-Link knobs. Q-link knobs can be separately assigned to allow flexible, real-time 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.
Following the highly acclaimed MPC60 and MPC3000, 2 MIDI inputs and 4 MIDI outputs come standard enabling 64 external MIDI channel operation. In addition, the MPC2500 can individually control its onboard sampler up to 64 Parts, allowing users to assign a different program on each track.
A large LCD screen allows… read more a clear view of sequence data displaying features such as a drum machine 'grid'. Continuous MIDI data can be shown as well as edited graphically.
The MPC2500 comes with 16MB of onboard memory which can be expanded up to 128 MB of RAM via the optional EXM128 memory card.
The MPC2500 has the capability of an optional internal Hard Disk and CD-RW drives.
Improved Akai MPC Design
Large graphic LCD display based on the friendly user interface of the MPC series
MPC's iconic 'feel' and 'groove'
Velocity and pressure sensitive pads allow for expressive programming, with more pad banks
New Features such as Chopshop, Patched Phrase, Grid Edit, Effect and LFO sync, Mixer Automation, and Input Thru Expanded Linear/Pattern-based 100,000 notes, 64-track sequencer and 64 external MIDI channels
32-voice, 16-bit drum sampler equipped with 16MB of RAM with ability to hold 128 RAM
Extensive Connectivity
Two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs
Built-in USB Slave port for connection to a Windows or Mac OS computer
Built-in 10 analog outputs
2 1/4 in. stereo analog inputs and outputs with 16bit/44.1kHz sampling
Master/Slave synchronization capabilities: MIDI clock
2 Assignable Footswitch inputs
Sample Library Compatibility- Compatible with:
MPC1000: SEQ, WAV, PGM, ALL
MPC2000/2000XL: SEQ, WAV, SND, PGM (Most parameters of a PGM file can be loaded.)
MPC4000: SEQ, WAV, PGM (DRUM program only. Only note assign and tune are loaded.)
MPC3000: SND (THRU Computer)
Z4/Z8: WAV only
S5000/6000: WAV only (THRU Computer)
Extensive Sound Control
Extensive sample editing that includes cut and paste, timestretch, slice, resampling etc, with waveform Display, discard, extract, delete, silence, normalize, reverse, and pitch-shift
Dynamic resonant multi-mode filters, 2 envelope generators and 1 LFO for each of the 32 voices
2 Q-Link sliders and 2 knobs for real-time control over a wide variety of dynamic changes
Self-Contained
Optional user installable Internal hard drive to store custom sound libraries and sequences
Optional user installable CD-RW/DVD drive read less
Specs
Sound Generator
Data Format: 16-bit linear WAV
Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz
Memory: 16MB standard (11.5MB for sound memory), expandable to 128MB
Memory Expansion: Slot 1 x for optional EXM128
Recording Time: 136sec. (16MB, MONO), 24m28sec. (128MB, MONO)
Polyphony: 32-voice
Filter Type: Low pass, Band pass, High pass
Dynamic Filtering: 2 x 2-pole filter per voice
Preset Sound Memory: 5MB
Number of Programs: 24
Effects
Effects: 2 stereo effects and Master effect
Effect Type: Chorus, Flanger, Bit grunger, 4 band EQ, Compressor, Phase shifter, Tremolo, Flying Pan, Reverb, Delay
Master effect: 4 band EQ, Compressor
Sequencer
Maximum events: 100,000 notes
Resolution: 96 parts per 1/4-note
Sequences: 99
Tracks per Sequence: 64
MIDI Output Channels: 64 (16 channels x 4 outputs)
Song Mode: 20 songs, 250 steps per song
Drum Pad: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum Pad Banks: 4
Sync Mode: MIDI clock
Drumpads
16 velocity and pressure sensitive pads
4 pad banks
16 Levels: Velocity, Tuning
Automated Pad Mixer (Level, Pan and FX send)
Track Mute and Next Sequence features for live performance
Data Compatibility
MPC1000: SEQ, WAV, PGM, ALL
MPC2000/2000XL: SEQ, WAV, SND, PGM (Most parameters of PGM file can be loaded.)
MPC4000: SEQ, WAV, PGM(DRUM program only. Only note assign and tune are loaded.)
MPC3000: SND(THRU Computer)
Z4/Z8: WAV only
S5000/6000: WAV only(THRU Computer)
Q-Link
2 sliders and 2 rotary knobs
Assignable to internal sampler controls: pitch, filter cutoff, resonance, level and pan
General
Display: 240 x 64 dot graphic LCD w/back light
Compact Flash: Up to 2GB
Record Input (L and R): 1/4 in. stereo phone x 2, balanced -40dBu, input impedance 11k ohms
Max. Input Level: +10dBu
Digital Input: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
Stereo Output (L and R): 1/4 in. phone x 2 balanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +22dBu
8 Individual Analog Outputs: 1/4 in. phone x 4 balanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +22dBu
Phones Output: 1/4 in. stereo phone x 1, 200mW / 100 ohms
Digital Output: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
MIDI Inputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI Outputs: 5-pin DIN x 4
USB: Slave connector x 1, USB MASS STORAGE CLASS support (You need Windows 2000/Me/XP or later version, or MacOS 9.x/10.x or later version.)
Footswitches: 1/4 in. phone x 2
Options: EXM128 128MB expansion memory card, CD-M25 CD Drive
Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Consumption: 70W max (with all options)
Standard Accessories: 32MB Compact Flash card, Power cable, Operator's manual
Dimensions: 16.33 x 3.68 x 13.10 in. -- 415 x 93.5(MAX 139) x 332.9(Max 334 )
Weight: 13.5 lbs. 6.15 kg (excluding drives and options)
Data Format: 16-bit linear WAV
Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz
Memory: 16MB standard (11.5MB for sound memory), expandable to 128MB
Memory Expansion: Slot 1 x for optional EXM128
Recording Time: 136sec. (16MB, MONO), 24m28sec. (128MB, MONO)
Polyphony: 32-voice
Filter Type: Low pass, Band pass, High pass
Dynamic Filtering: 2 x 2-pole filter per voice
Preset Sound Memory: 5MB
Number of Programs: 24
Effects
Effects: 2 stereo effects and Master effect
Effect Type: Chorus, Flanger, Bit grunger, 4 band EQ, Compressor, Phase shifter, Tremolo, Flying Pan, Reverb, Delay
Master effect: 4 band EQ, Compressor
Sequencer
Maximum events: 100,000 notes
Resolution: 96 parts per 1/4-note
Sequences: 99
Tracks per Sequence: 64
MIDI Output Channels: 64 (16 channels x 4 outputs)
Song Mode: 20 songs, 250 steps per song
Drum Pad: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum Pad Banks: 4
Sync Mode: MIDI clock
Drumpads
16 velocity and pressure sensitive pads
4 pad banks
16 Levels: Velocity, Tuning
Automated Pad Mixer (Level, Pan and FX send)
Track Mute and Next Sequence features for live performance
Data Compatibility
MPC1000: SEQ, WAV, PGM, ALL
MPC2000/2000XL: SEQ, WAV, SND, PGM (Most parameters of PGM file can be loaded.)
MPC4000: SEQ, WAV, PGM(DRUM program only. Only note assign and tune are loaded.)
MPC3000: SND(THRU Computer)
Z4/Z8: WAV only
S5000/6000: WAV only(THRU Computer)
Q-Link
2 sliders and 2 rotary knobs
Assignable to internal sampler controls: pitch, filter cutoff, resonance, level and pan
General
Display: 240 x 64 dot graphic LCD w/back light
Compact Flash: Up to 2GB
Record Input (L and R): 1/4 in. stereo phone x 2, balanced -40dBu, input impedance 11k ohms
Max. Input Level: +10dBu
Digital Input: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
Stereo Output (L and R): 1/4 in. phone x 2 balanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +22dBu
8 Individual Analog Outputs: 1/4 in. phone x 4 balanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms, Max. output level +22dBu
Phones Output: 1/4 in. stereo phone x 1, 200mW / 100 ohms
Digital Output: RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
MIDI Inputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI Outputs: 5-pin DIN x 4
USB: Slave connector x 1, USB MASS STORAGE CLASS support (You need Windows 2000/Me/XP or later version, or MacOS 9.x/10.x or later version.)
Footswitches: 1/4 in. phone x 2
Options: EXM128 128MB expansion memory card, CD-M25 CD Drive
Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Consumption: 70W max (with all options)
Standard Accessories: 32MB Compact Flash card, Power cable, Operator's manual
Dimensions: 16.33 x 3.68 x 13.10 in. -- 415 x 93.5(MAX 139) x 332.9(Max 334 )
Weight: 13.5 lbs. 6.15 kg (excluding drives and options)
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-4032
Web: http://www.akaipro.com/support
Phone: 401-658-4032
Web: http://www.akaipro.com/support
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(96 ratings)
Submitted March 16, 2006 by a customer from SOCAL.RR.COM
"TRUE AKAI USER MPC J DILLA RIP"
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i will keep my mpc 2500 forever, but i would like to add a mpc 4000 to my set up allso
Sound
16 bit 44.1kz sampling engine classic akai sound for hip hop
Features
great features the q link sliders are good the big lcd screen and the onboard fx's
Quality
one of the best hardware sampler on the market
Value
the price of it should have been alot less, but you have some good thing on it
Manufacturer Support
i don't need it yet
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