Feature(may vary by option.)
●Sample Playback - Load and playback virtually any mono or stereo sample via standard SD or SDHC card●Finger Drumming Essentials - Eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, ideal for triggering drum sounds, melodies, basslines and more.●Control Anything - Control everything from music software on your laptop to outboard MIDI gear using MPX8s onboard USB MIDI plus standard MIDI inputs and outputs●Tweak Your Sound - Edit your samples and make them your own using MPX8s sample kit editor (PC & MAC) featuring tuning and reverb controls; save sample sets for instant easy recall●Connectivity Covered - (2) Balanced 1/4-inch outputs (6.35mm) and 1/8-inch headphone output (3.5mm) connects MPX8 to virtually all studio and live equipment●Pro Sounds Included - Includes a FREE professional Loop Library download from Akai Pro, plus a large library of standard samples built in.[8-pad]
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Description
Product Description
Mobile 8 2 GB Pad Based Sample Player with SD Card
From the Manufacturer
Sample Simplicity
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View Larger View LargerThat crazy scream. That epic kick drum. That creepy movie monologue, classic robot voice, or piercing violin interlude — MPX8 puts the sound samples you need at your fingertips. With MPX8, you can load virtually any sound sample via standard SD or SDHC card (sold separately) and assign it to any of the eight backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads.
Its that powerful.
Use it in the studio. Use it live on stage or on air. MPX8 packs proven Akai Pro technology into a compact, durable design thats built to perform.
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MPX8 also has USB MIDI plus standard MIDI inputs and outputs. Control everything from music software on your laptop to outboard MIDI gear. The included USB cable and 1/8"-to-MIDI adapter make it easy to connect.
Edit with Ease
With the included sample kit editor, you can easily arrange, tune, and add reverb to your samples on your Mac or PC before loading them onto MPX8. The editors drag-and-drop functionality saves you time, instantly converting your samples to compatible .WAV files
Get in the Loops
MPX8 also comes with a free Loop Library download from Akai Pro, plus a large library of standard samples built in, which can be used for live performance in front of a crowd, on a radio show, or for in-studio production.
Key Features:
- Add sound samples from a standard SD or SDHC card (sold separately)
- 8 velocity-sensitive and pressure-sensitive pads
- USB MIDI plus standard MIDI inputs and outputs
- Also controls computer MIDI software and outboard MIDI gear
- Drag-and-drop sample kit editor for Mac® and PC included
- Editor instantly converts samples to compatible .WAV files
- Built-in library of popular sounds and samples
- Includes additional free Akai Pro loop library download
- Tune, add reverb, and save sample sets for easy recall
- (2) Balanced 1/4-inch outputs (6.35mm)
- 1/8-inch headphone output (3.5mm)
Lose the Luggage
Its compact, easy to load, and ready to go. MPX8 packs the sounds you need under great-feeling pads inside a solid Akai Pro design. You get quick and convenient one-touch access to a virtually unlimited number of sounds, shots, stabs, and drops. Its that simple.
Whats in the Box?
- MPX8 Controller
- MPX8 Sample Kit Editor (Download)
- Loop Library (Download)
- (3.5mm) 1/8"-to-MIDI Adapter
- USB Cable
- Power Adapter
- User Manual
- Safety & Warranty Manual
Akai Professional MPX8 LPD8 Pads 8 8 Velocity Sensitive Pads X X Knobs 8 1/4" Audio Outputs (Balanced) 2 1/8" Headphone Output X SD Card Slot X SD Sample-Playing Capability X MIDI over USB X X USB Bus Powered X X 1/8" MIDI Input X 1/8" MIDI Output X 1/8" to 5-Pin MIDI adapter cable included X N/A MIDI Editing Software Included X Sample Editing Software Included X Includes Sample & Loop Library X