Yamaha A5000 Professional Sampler
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32 multi-timbral parts and 126 notes of polyphony. Can be used as a highly advanced digital multi-effect processor. Compatible with AIFF and WAV sample formats among many others. Comes with free special Sample and Parameter Editing software.
Overview
A New Breed of Sampler is Born
Ever since the introduction of sampling technology, virtually every rack-mount sampler on the market has been just that — a sampler — and nothing more. Sure there have been advancements in sound quality and the addition of digital effects, but the basic concept has remained the same — until now. Announcing the arrival of the revolutionary A5000 — professional sampler with the power not only to create sounds, but to shape them in a way never before dreamed possible.
Impressive Specs
The A5000 has impressive specs for a sampling unit. This model is expandable with up to 128 MB of RAM and can accommodate an Internal Hard Drive and Internal Zip (R) Drive simultaneously. The A5000 provides 32 Multitimbral Parts and 126 Notes of Polyphony. And for ultimate flexibility and convenience, this sampler is compatible with a wide range of sample formats, including AIFF and WAV among others, and is bundled with special Sample and Parameter Editing Software.
Not Merely A "Sampler"
The A5000 is not merely a "sampler" - it is an advanced synthesis tool that lets you process samples creatively...and easily. It provides abundant features for versatile sound production: 16 Types of Ultra Fat Filters that deliver powerful resonance, 96 Types of Effects for creating never-before- heard sounds, a MIDI Syncable LFO with fully programmable waveforms, unprecedented Loop Divide/Remix and Re-sampling functions, Direct-to-CD Burning capability and much, much more! And… read more with a Large LCD Panel, heavy-duty Real-time Control Knobs and Intuitive User Interface, this sampler is incredibly easy to operate, allowing you to give full concentration to creating your own unique sounds in your music.
Powerful Filter Section
The A5000 features an elaborate filter stage, providing 16 different filter types with complete control over the parameters. Many filter types feature a Q (resonance) setting that can be controlled by keyboard velocity-great for creating expressive acid leads and basses. Along with the standard low-pass, high-pass, and band pass filters, this sampler features many unusual filters such as band eliminate, peak, and dip filters. Also included are several unique multi-mode filters, which let you assign 2 independent filters to a single sample; a low-pass and high-pass filter for example.
96 Outstanding Onboard Effects
The A5000 is not just high-quality sampler; it's also a highly advanced digital multi-effect processor, exceeding the capability of many professional stand-alone effect processors. The A5000 gives you 6 blocks of effects. Each effect block can be assigned any one of the 96 onboard effect algorithms, which include a huge selection of reverbs, distortions, modulation effects and delays, as well as several truly unique effects such as Auto Synth, Tech Modulation, Digital Scratch, and an extensively programmable Lo-Fi effect. Most effect types can be applied during the sampling process — combine this capability with the Re-sampling function and you'll have virtually endless effect processing power at your fingertips. You can even have the A5000 double as a high-end studio effects processor by assigning effects to the stereo analog inputs.
An Indispensable Tool for Dance Music Remixing and Production
If you're into sequencing or remixing dance tracks, you'll find the A5000 is a dream come true. Packed in the sampler is an extensive array of sample editing functions that are ideal for today's dance music.
Loop Divide/Remix
The Loop Remix function divides a sample loop into discrete sections according to preset patterns, and then randomly rearranges their timing and order, while adding reverse, pitch, lo-fi and gate effects in the process. The result is a totally unique, remixed loop. With this function you can instantly create awesome break-beat fills, hip-hop shuffles, and electro grooves...all at the touch of a button. Plus, the remixing process is non-destructive, which means you can freely make as many remixed loops as you want without affecting the original sample. Whenever you come up with a remixed loop that you like, you can store the randomly generated pattern that created it as a User Type for later use. The Loop Divide function automatically slices a sample loop into several parts according to the beat, while simultaneously assigning each part to a different note. This allows you to compose your own remixes by playing the sample parts manually on a MIDI keyboard.
Re-sampling
Once you get your hands on the A5000's Re-sampling function you'll be amazed at how easy and convenient it is to match the pitch and tempo of your samples to the rest of your sequenced tracks. Pitch Convert mode lets you change the pitch of a sample without altering the speed. Time Stretch mode lets you change the speed of a sample without altering the pitch. Speed variations can be calculated based on tempo, length beat or time, according to your preference. If you like to compose tracks by sampling rhythm loops from multiple sources, re-sampling is a function you can't do without.
MIDI Syncable LFO with Programmable Waveforms
Not only does the A5000 feature independent LFOs for each sample, but also a master Program LFO — a MIDI syncable LFO exclusively for samples assigned to the Program setup. By setting the cutoff modulation source of any sample to Program LFO, you can have the cutoff frequency sweep according to the rate and waveform of the LFO. Step Wave, one of the 6 Program LFO waveforms, expands your modulation capability by allowing you to set up to 16 "steps" within an LFO cycle to control the modulation effect. You can program the modulation level of each step yourself, or have the A5000 randomly generate the waveform for you. You can even smooth the waveform by adding slopes between each of the steps.
Intuitive User Interface
Navigating through the various functions is remarkably easy thanks to the A5000's intuitive user interface. Simply select a Mode and Function from the front panel matrix and the parameters associated with that function will be clearly displayed on the bright, easy-to-read 320 x 80 LCD panel. Five panel knobs allow you to open pop-up menus, select values and execute operations quickly and conveniently.
Real-time MIDI Control Knobs (Panel Play)
By selecting the Panel Play function, the A5000's 4 right panel knobs become real-time MIDI controllers, allowing you to tweak the sound of the internal samples as well as control external MIDI synthesizers. You can even record the MIDI control data transmitted by each knob into an external sequencer and have all the changes play back automatically.
Consecutive Sampling Function
Have you ever wanted to borrow a friend's drum machine and sample all of its sounds? Or perhaps sample several tracks off of a sampling CD With conventional samplers? Recording multiple sounds in a row can be extremely time consuming since you must go through the sampling setup procedure each time you want to record a new sound. With the A5000's Consecutive Sampling function, however, you can make as many samples as you want, one by one, without pressing any buttons between samples! Just set the Record Type to "New+" and press GO — the A5000 will create a new sample every time an audio signal is detected and automatically pause once the signal stops. Samples will be mapped out automatically in the order that they were recorded, saving you even more time and effort.
Ready to Expand to Your Exact Needs
The A5000 provides impressive expansion capability to cater to your exact sampling needs. It is equipped with a SCSI interface, allowing you to connect an external hard drive or CD-ROM drive for quick and easy loading of sample data. And if portability is a concern, you can easily install an internal hard disk drive (50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE) or replace the floppy disk drive with a Zip (R) drive (ATAPI) using the provided connection cables. The onboard sampling memory can be expanded up to an incredible 128 megabytes using pairs of standard 72-pin SIMMs. And for professional-level music production, the optional AIEB1 I/O expansion board provides 6 individual audio outputs (in addition to the 4 audio outputs already on the unit) as well as both optical and coaxial digital I/O capability. Zip ( R) is a trademark of Iomega Corporation.
Direct-to-CD Burning Capability
The A5000 allows you to connect a CD-R or CD-RW drive directly to their SCSI port and back up the contents of your hard drive - without the need for a computer. Not only does this provide a cost-effective way to store your projects, but it also allows you to effortlessly produce your own audio sampling CDs.
Compatibility with a Broad Range of Sample Formats
The A5000 has the ability to import and export AIFF and WAV files directly to and from any DOS-formatted floppy disk, hard disk or Zip ( R) disk, as well as import from CD-ROM. Plus it is compatible with sample files from other Yamaha samplers such as the highly acclaimed A3000 and SU700, as well as compatible with various sample formats used by other manufacturers ( Akai S1000 or S3000 programs and samples; E-mu EIIIx presets and samples; and Roland S760 patches or samples), thus giving you the support of a vast library of sounds.
Supported Formats for Import:
EX7/5/5R
Voices (from FD, HD, non-LPC RAM samples only), Waves (from FD, HD, non-LPC RAM samples only)
SU700
Samples (from FD, HD) Note: Except segmented data stored on multiple floppy disks.
TX16W
Samples (from FD)
WAV File
8/16-bit linear, mono/stereo, ".WAV" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
AIFF File
8/16-bit linear, mono/stereo, ".AIF" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
Standard MIDI File
Format 0, ".MID" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
Sample Data of Other Manufacturers
The following data can be imported via floppy disk, hard disk or other storage medium: Akai S1000 or S3000 programs and samples; E-mu EIIIx presets and samples; and Roland S760 patches or samples (data may not load properly in some cases). Note: The product and company names listed above are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective manufactures.
Accessories
Bundled with the A5000 is a 9-set collection of CD-ROMs packed with samples ranging from hip-hop and break-beat rhythms to finely recorded orchestral instruments. Also included is a software CD-ROM that contains parameter-editing and sample-editing applications for both Mac and Windows. read less
Ever since the introduction of sampling technology, virtually every rack-mount sampler on the market has been just that — a sampler — and nothing more. Sure there have been advancements in sound quality and the addition of digital effects, but the basic concept has remained the same — until now. Announcing the arrival of the revolutionary A5000 — professional sampler with the power not only to create sounds, but to shape them in a way never before dreamed possible.
Impressive Specs
The A5000 has impressive specs for a sampling unit. This model is expandable with up to 128 MB of RAM and can accommodate an Internal Hard Drive and Internal Zip (R) Drive simultaneously. The A5000 provides 32 Multitimbral Parts and 126 Notes of Polyphony. And for ultimate flexibility and convenience, this sampler is compatible with a wide range of sample formats, including AIFF and WAV among others, and is bundled with special Sample and Parameter Editing Software.
Not Merely A "Sampler"
The A5000 is not merely a "sampler" - it is an advanced synthesis tool that lets you process samples creatively...and easily. It provides abundant features for versatile sound production: 16 Types of Ultra Fat Filters that deliver powerful resonance, 96 Types of Effects for creating never-before- heard sounds, a MIDI Syncable LFO with fully programmable waveforms, unprecedented Loop Divide/Remix and Re-sampling functions, Direct-to-CD Burning capability and much, much more! And… read more with a Large LCD Panel, heavy-duty Real-time Control Knobs and Intuitive User Interface, this sampler is incredibly easy to operate, allowing you to give full concentration to creating your own unique sounds in your music.
Powerful Filter Section
The A5000 features an elaborate filter stage, providing 16 different filter types with complete control over the parameters. Many filter types feature a Q (resonance) setting that can be controlled by keyboard velocity-great for creating expressive acid leads and basses. Along with the standard low-pass, high-pass, and band pass filters, this sampler features many unusual filters such as band eliminate, peak, and dip filters. Also included are several unique multi-mode filters, which let you assign 2 independent filters to a single sample; a low-pass and high-pass filter for example.
96 Outstanding Onboard Effects
The A5000 is not just high-quality sampler; it's also a highly advanced digital multi-effect processor, exceeding the capability of many professional stand-alone effect processors. The A5000 gives you 6 blocks of effects. Each effect block can be assigned any one of the 96 onboard effect algorithms, which include a huge selection of reverbs, distortions, modulation effects and delays, as well as several truly unique effects such as Auto Synth, Tech Modulation, Digital Scratch, and an extensively programmable Lo-Fi effect. Most effect types can be applied during the sampling process — combine this capability with the Re-sampling function and you'll have virtually endless effect processing power at your fingertips. You can even have the A5000 double as a high-end studio effects processor by assigning effects to the stereo analog inputs.
An Indispensable Tool for Dance Music Remixing and Production
If you're into sequencing or remixing dance tracks, you'll find the A5000 is a dream come true. Packed in the sampler is an extensive array of sample editing functions that are ideal for today's dance music.
Loop Divide/Remix
The Loop Remix function divides a sample loop into discrete sections according to preset patterns, and then randomly rearranges their timing and order, while adding reverse, pitch, lo-fi and gate effects in the process. The result is a totally unique, remixed loop. With this function you can instantly create awesome break-beat fills, hip-hop shuffles, and electro grooves...all at the touch of a button. Plus, the remixing process is non-destructive, which means you can freely make as many remixed loops as you want without affecting the original sample. Whenever you come up with a remixed loop that you like, you can store the randomly generated pattern that created it as a User Type for later use. The Loop Divide function automatically slices a sample loop into several parts according to the beat, while simultaneously assigning each part to a different note. This allows you to compose your own remixes by playing the sample parts manually on a MIDI keyboard.
Re-sampling
Once you get your hands on the A5000's Re-sampling function you'll be amazed at how easy and convenient it is to match the pitch and tempo of your samples to the rest of your sequenced tracks. Pitch Convert mode lets you change the pitch of a sample without altering the speed. Time Stretch mode lets you change the speed of a sample without altering the pitch. Speed variations can be calculated based on tempo, length beat or time, according to your preference. If you like to compose tracks by sampling rhythm loops from multiple sources, re-sampling is a function you can't do without.
MIDI Syncable LFO with Programmable Waveforms
Not only does the A5000 feature independent LFOs for each sample, but also a master Program LFO — a MIDI syncable LFO exclusively for samples assigned to the Program setup. By setting the cutoff modulation source of any sample to Program LFO, you can have the cutoff frequency sweep according to the rate and waveform of the LFO. Step Wave, one of the 6 Program LFO waveforms, expands your modulation capability by allowing you to set up to 16 "steps" within an LFO cycle to control the modulation effect. You can program the modulation level of each step yourself, or have the A5000 randomly generate the waveform for you. You can even smooth the waveform by adding slopes between each of the steps.
Intuitive User Interface
Navigating through the various functions is remarkably easy thanks to the A5000's intuitive user interface. Simply select a Mode and Function from the front panel matrix and the parameters associated with that function will be clearly displayed on the bright, easy-to-read 320 x 80 LCD panel. Five panel knobs allow you to open pop-up menus, select values and execute operations quickly and conveniently.
Real-time MIDI Control Knobs (Panel Play)
By selecting the Panel Play function, the A5000's 4 right panel knobs become real-time MIDI controllers, allowing you to tweak the sound of the internal samples as well as control external MIDI synthesizers. You can even record the MIDI control data transmitted by each knob into an external sequencer and have all the changes play back automatically.
Consecutive Sampling Function
Have you ever wanted to borrow a friend's drum machine and sample all of its sounds? Or perhaps sample several tracks off of a sampling CD With conventional samplers? Recording multiple sounds in a row can be extremely time consuming since you must go through the sampling setup procedure each time you want to record a new sound. With the A5000's Consecutive Sampling function, however, you can make as many samples as you want, one by one, without pressing any buttons between samples! Just set the Record Type to "New+" and press GO — the A5000 will create a new sample every time an audio signal is detected and automatically pause once the signal stops. Samples will be mapped out automatically in the order that they were recorded, saving you even more time and effort.
Ready to Expand to Your Exact Needs
The A5000 provides impressive expansion capability to cater to your exact sampling needs. It is equipped with a SCSI interface, allowing you to connect an external hard drive or CD-ROM drive for quick and easy loading of sample data. And if portability is a concern, you can easily install an internal hard disk drive (50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE) or replace the floppy disk drive with a Zip (R) drive (ATAPI) using the provided connection cables. The onboard sampling memory can be expanded up to an incredible 128 megabytes using pairs of standard 72-pin SIMMs. And for professional-level music production, the optional AIEB1 I/O expansion board provides 6 individual audio outputs (in addition to the 4 audio outputs already on the unit) as well as both optical and coaxial digital I/O capability. Zip ( R) is a trademark of Iomega Corporation.
Direct-to-CD Burning Capability
The A5000 allows you to connect a CD-R or CD-RW drive directly to their SCSI port and back up the contents of your hard drive - without the need for a computer. Not only does this provide a cost-effective way to store your projects, but it also allows you to effortlessly produce your own audio sampling CDs.
Compatibility with a Broad Range of Sample Formats
The A5000 has the ability to import and export AIFF and WAV files directly to and from any DOS-formatted floppy disk, hard disk or Zip ( R) disk, as well as import from CD-ROM. Plus it is compatible with sample files from other Yamaha samplers such as the highly acclaimed A3000 and SU700, as well as compatible with various sample formats used by other manufacturers ( Akai S1000 or S3000 programs and samples; E-mu EIIIx presets and samples; and Roland S760 patches or samples), thus giving you the support of a vast library of sounds.
Supported Formats for Import:
EX7/5/5R
Voices (from FD, HD, non-LPC RAM samples only), Waves (from FD, HD, non-LPC RAM samples only)
SU700
Samples (from FD, HD) Note: Except segmented data stored on multiple floppy disks.
TX16W
Samples (from FD)
WAV File
8/16-bit linear, mono/stereo, ".WAV" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
AIFF File
8/16-bit linear, mono/stereo, ".AIF" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
Standard MIDI File
Format 0, ".MID" extension (from DOS-format FD, HD, or ISO9660-format CD-ROM)
Sample Data of Other Manufacturers
The following data can be imported via floppy disk, hard disk or other storage medium: Akai S1000 or S3000 programs and samples; E-mu EIIIx presets and samples; and Roland S760 patches or samples (data may not load properly in some cases). Note: The product and company names listed above are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective manufactures.
Accessories
Bundled with the A5000 is a 9-set collection of CD-ROMs packed with samples ranging from hip-hop and break-beat rhythms to finely recorded orchestral instruments. Also included is a software CD-ROM that contains parameter-editing and sample-editing applications for both Mac and Windows. read less
Specs
Tone Generation Method: AWM2 tone generator
Maximum polyphony A5000: 126 notes (32 Multi-timbral parts)
A/D conversion: 20-bit 64x oversampling
D/A conversion: 24-bit 8x oversampling
Digital I/O: (only when AIEB1 I/O expansion board is installed):
Input/output: DIGITAL connectors S/PDIF (coaxial), OPTICAL connectors S/PDIF (optical)
Input frequency: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
Output frequency: 44.1 kHz
Sampling frequency: Analog input 44.1, 22.05, 11.025 kHz, 5.5125 kHz (mono and stereo), Digital input (only when AIEB1 I/O expansion board is installed) 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz external synchronized recording (stereo only) 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8 under-sampling is supported.
Internal sample memory capacity: Standard 4 MB (installed on-board), Maximum 128 MB, (When four 32 MB 72-pin SIMM, modules are installed. The on-board 4-MB are unused only if memory has been expanded to the maximum.)
Sampling time:
Maximum sample length - 32 MB monaural, 64 MB stereo
Maximum sampling time (mono or stereo) - 6 minutes 20 seconds (44.1 kHz), 12 minutes 40 seconds (22.05 kHz) 25 minutes 21 seconds (11.025 kHz), 50 minutes 43 seconds (5.5125 kHz)
Effects: 6 effect blocks, Total equalizer (4 bands), Sample equalizer
Program: 128 programs
Sequencer: Real-time recording and playback
Front Panel: POWER switch, INPUT L,R jacks (phone x 2), REC VOLUME (L& R shared), MASTER VOLUME (L&R shared, STEREO OUT & PHONES shared), PHONES OUTPUT jack, Knobs (1 - 5), Mode buttons (PLAY, EDIT, REC, DISK, UTILITY), Function buttons (six buttons), Command/Exit button, Assignable button, Audition button, LCD (320 x 80 dot, LED backlight), LCD contrast control, 3.5 in. 2HD/2DD dual mode floppy disk drive
Rear panel: STEREO OUT L/MONO, R (phone jack x 2), ASSIGNABLE OUT L, R (phone jack x 2), MIDI IN-A/B, OUT, THRU-A/B (IN, OUT, THRU on the A5000), SCSI (half-pitch, 50-pin), Expansion board slot, Power supply connector (AC inlet), Fan
Dimensions (W x D x H): 2-space rack-mount unit: 480 x 461 x 90mm (18-7/8 x 18-1/8 x 3-9/16 in.)
Weight: 8.0 kg (17lbs 10oz)
Accessories
Included:
Power cable (1), CD-ROM (10), Demo disk (4): A5000 Editor, Yamaha Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, OMS 2.3.6, OMS Setup for Yamaha devices CRW6416SX
Power cable for internal hard disk (long) 1
Power cable for Zip ( R) drive (short) 1
SCSI cable for internal hard disk 1
IDE cable for internal hard disk and Zip ( R) drive 1
Owner's manual
About Included Accessory Software
TWE
Wave Editor TWE is a comprehensive hard disk recording and editing package that lets you graphically edit and process sound files. You can import/export sound files directly to and from the A5000 via SCSI connection as well as record sound to hard disk from any audio source. Note: A sound card with audio inputs is required for hard disk recording. Waveforms are graphically displayed on your computer screen, allowing you to easily select and edit any part of a sound file. A complete set of editing functions are provided, including cut and paste, normalize, time compression/expansion, pitch shift, reverse, and EQ. After editing a sound file, you can convert the sampling rate, change the bit size and save the data in AIFF or WAV format.
A5000 Editor
The A5000 Editor makes editing your samples incredibly easy by letting you visually change the parameters on your computer screen. All changes are sent to the A5000 via MIDI in real-time, so you'll be able to instantly hear the results of any edits you perform. The Memory List Window lets you see at a glance all the programs, sample banks and sample files in your A5000. You can select any of these for editing by simply double-clicking on the listed name. The Program Edit Window lets you quickly edit the parameters related to the A5000 Program setup, such as effects setup, MIDI channel assignment and Program LFO. The Sample Edit Window displays all the parameters related to the sample banks and sample files in your A5000. Drag the sliders with your mouse or enter values directly with your keyboard. By clicking the on-screen keyboard, you can play back the sample as you are editing it.
TOOLS for the A5000:
Windows95/98: XGWorks lite V3.0, A5000 Editor, A5000 Editor, YAMAHA Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, YAMAHA CBX Driver
Macintosh: XGWorks lite V3.0, A5000 Editor, A5000 Editor, YAMAHA Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, YAMAHA CBX Drive
Audio Data (samples): 98 Tracks
Professional Studio Library - "Standards" CD-ROM: This CD-ROM contains a superb-sounding collection of acoustic and electrically amplified instruments. Included are a wide variety of grand pianos, organs, brass, strings, woodwinds, guitars, drums, and more — all the essentials on one fantastic disc!
Professional Studio Library CD-ROM x 8: This professional 8-disc sound library features programs developed by some of the world's foremost music producers and sound designers. On these discs you'll find an enormous selection of sample programs, from a complete collection of musical instruments to a vast assortment of synthesizers and sample loops tailored to today's dance music scene. Specially designed for use in demanding audio production applications, these CD-ROMs boast sound quality that's nothing short of amazing.
Optional:
AIEB1: I/O expansion board
Internal expansion devices: Internal hard disk drive (3.5 inch) performance requirements, Interface 50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE, Power supply +5V maximum 840 mA, +12V maximum 2400 mA, Iternal Zip (R) drive Interface 40-pin IDE (ATAPI), Power supply +5V 0.8A
Expansion memory (made by other manufacturers): (use a pair of identical-size 72-pin SIMM modules of the following types), Access time 70 ns or less, Bit width x 32 (no parity) or x 36 bit, (parity), Fast Page or EDO, JEDEC standard, Capacity 4 MB/8 MB/16 MB/32 MB
Internal hard disk drive: (3.5 in.) performance requirements Interface 50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE, Power supply +5V maximum 840 Ma, +12V maximum 2400 mA
Internal Zip ( R) drive: Interface 40-pin IDE (ATAPI), Power supply +5V 0.8A
Maximum polyphony A5000: 126 notes (32 Multi-timbral parts)
A/D conversion: 20-bit 64x oversampling
D/A conversion: 24-bit 8x oversampling
Digital I/O: (only when AIEB1 I/O expansion board is installed):
Input/output: DIGITAL connectors S/PDIF (coaxial), OPTICAL connectors S/PDIF (optical)
Input frequency: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
Output frequency: 44.1 kHz
Sampling frequency: Analog input 44.1, 22.05, 11.025 kHz, 5.5125 kHz (mono and stereo), Digital input (only when AIEB1 I/O expansion board is installed) 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz external synchronized recording (stereo only) 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8 under-sampling is supported.
Internal sample memory capacity: Standard 4 MB (installed on-board), Maximum 128 MB, (When four 32 MB 72-pin SIMM, modules are installed. The on-board 4-MB are unused only if memory has been expanded to the maximum.)
Sampling time:
Maximum sample length - 32 MB monaural, 64 MB stereo
Maximum sampling time (mono or stereo) - 6 minutes 20 seconds (44.1 kHz), 12 minutes 40 seconds (22.05 kHz) 25 minutes 21 seconds (11.025 kHz), 50 minutes 43 seconds (5.5125 kHz)
Effects: 6 effect blocks, Total equalizer (4 bands), Sample equalizer
Program: 128 programs
Sequencer: Real-time recording and playback
Front Panel: POWER switch, INPUT L,R jacks (phone x 2), REC VOLUME (L& R shared), MASTER VOLUME (L&R shared, STEREO OUT & PHONES shared), PHONES OUTPUT jack, Knobs (1 - 5), Mode buttons (PLAY, EDIT, REC, DISK, UTILITY), Function buttons (six buttons), Command/Exit button, Assignable button, Audition button, LCD (320 x 80 dot, LED backlight), LCD contrast control, 3.5 in. 2HD/2DD dual mode floppy disk drive
Rear panel: STEREO OUT L/MONO, R (phone jack x 2), ASSIGNABLE OUT L, R (phone jack x 2), MIDI IN-A/B, OUT, THRU-A/B (IN, OUT, THRU on the A5000), SCSI (half-pitch, 50-pin), Expansion board slot, Power supply connector (AC inlet), Fan
Dimensions (W x D x H): 2-space rack-mount unit: 480 x 461 x 90mm (18-7/8 x 18-1/8 x 3-9/16 in.)
Weight: 8.0 kg (17lbs 10oz)
Accessories
Included:
Power cable (1), CD-ROM (10), Demo disk (4): A5000 Editor, Yamaha Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, OMS 2.3.6, OMS Setup for Yamaha devices CRW6416SX
Power cable for internal hard disk (long) 1
Power cable for Zip ( R) drive (short) 1
SCSI cable for internal hard disk 1
IDE cable for internal hard disk and Zip ( R) drive 1
Owner's manual
About Included Accessory Software
TWE
Wave Editor TWE is a comprehensive hard disk recording and editing package that lets you graphically edit and process sound files. You can import/export sound files directly to and from the A5000 via SCSI connection as well as record sound to hard disk from any audio source. Note: A sound card with audio inputs is required for hard disk recording. Waveforms are graphically displayed on your computer screen, allowing you to easily select and edit any part of a sound file. A complete set of editing functions are provided, including cut and paste, normalize, time compression/expansion, pitch shift, reverse, and EQ. After editing a sound file, you can convert the sampling rate, change the bit size and save the data in AIFF or WAV format.
A5000 Editor
The A5000 Editor makes editing your samples incredibly easy by letting you visually change the parameters on your computer screen. All changes are sent to the A5000 via MIDI in real-time, so you'll be able to instantly hear the results of any edits you perform. The Memory List Window lets you see at a glance all the programs, sample banks and sample files in your A5000. You can select any of these for editing by simply double-clicking on the listed name. The Program Edit Window lets you quickly edit the parameters related to the A5000 Program setup, such as effects setup, MIDI channel assignment and Program LFO. The Sample Edit Window displays all the parameters related to the sample banks and sample files in your A5000. Drag the sliders with your mouse or enter values directly with your keyboard. By clicking the on-screen keyboard, you can play back the sample as you are editing it.
TOOLS for the A5000:
Windows95/98: XGWorks lite V3.0, A5000 Editor, A5000 Editor, YAMAHA Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, YAMAHA CBX Driver
Macintosh: XGWorks lite V3.0, A5000 Editor, A5000 Editor, YAMAHA Wave Editor TWE V2.2, Acrobat Reader 4.0, YAMAHA CBX Drive
Audio Data (samples): 98 Tracks
Professional Studio Library - "Standards" CD-ROM: This CD-ROM contains a superb-sounding collection of acoustic and electrically amplified instruments. Included are a wide variety of grand pianos, organs, brass, strings, woodwinds, guitars, drums, and more — all the essentials on one fantastic disc!
Professional Studio Library CD-ROM x 8: This professional 8-disc sound library features programs developed by some of the world's foremost music producers and sound designers. On these discs you'll find an enormous selection of sample programs, from a complete collection of musical instruments to a vast assortment of synthesizers and sample loops tailored to today's dance music scene. Specially designed for use in demanding audio production applications, these CD-ROMs boast sound quality that's nothing short of amazing.
Optional:
AIEB1: I/O expansion board
Internal expansion devices: Internal hard disk drive (3.5 inch) performance requirements, Interface 50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE, Power supply +5V maximum 840 mA, +12V maximum 2400 mA, Iternal Zip (R) drive Interface 40-pin IDE (ATAPI), Power supply +5V 0.8A
Expansion memory (made by other manufacturers): (use a pair of identical-size 72-pin SIMM modules of the following types), Access time 70 ns or less, Bit width x 32 (no parity) or x 36 bit, (parity), Fast Page or EDO, JEDEC standard, Capacity 4 MB/8 MB/16 MB/32 MB
Internal hard disk drive: (3.5 in.) performance requirements Interface 50-pin SCSI or 40-pin IDE, Power supply +5V maximum 840 Ma, +12V maximum 2400 mA
Internal Zip ( R) drive: Interface 40-pin IDE (ATAPI), Power supply +5V 0.8A
Documents and Manuals
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Phone: 714-522-9011
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support
Phone: 714-522-9011
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support
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