MPC1000 inherits all of the essential MPC features such as 32-voice stereo sampling, 64-track sequencing, and 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPC pads, fitting all the production capability into a compact, affordable package. 16MB of on-board memory comes standard and can be expanded up to 128MB. You can save your work to a Standard Compact Flash Card (up to 2GB). A preloaded CF card with popular Akai Pro samples is included to get you going. When connected to a Mac or PC via its built-in USB port, you can simply drag and drop data between the computer and MPC1000's CF card. MPC1000 is small, rugged and incredibly portable for an easy fit into a backpack or laptop bag for the traveling producer.
MPC500 is the first portable MPC. You can sample and create music wherever inspiration strikes: on the subway, on the plane, or even at the beach! Whether you're traveling around the globe or just across town, MPC500 is a perfect fit for your backpack, messenger bag, or briefcase. Beats and productions created in MPC500 can be dropped into your MPC2500 when you get back into the studio. MPC500 is a 48-track sequencer with a 32-voice stereo sampler. It has 12 velocity and pressure-sensitive rubber MPC pads. 16MB of memory comes standard and can be expanded up to 128MB. When connected to a Mac or PC via USB, you can drag and drop data between the computer and your MPC500's CF card, just like a hard drive. Because MPC500 is compatible with other MPCs, MPC500 is the perfect way to extend your studio into your mobile lifestyle.
The MPC series set the standard for beat production. What would it take to make the ultimate MPC? Dozens of engineers, 20 years of experience and a new synth and drum sampling engine unlike any MPC ever. Introducing the MPC5000; the new standard for music production. The MPC 5000 is the first MPC ever to include 8-track streaming hard disk recording, a 20-voice, 3-oscillator analog synthesizer with arpeggiator, a new sequencing engine with 960 ppq resolution, pad and track muting and mixing, 64 continuous sample tracks. There's even a new FX engine with 4 FX buses and 2FX per bus. In addition, the MPC5000 features a 64-voice drum/phrase sampler with 64MB memory - expandable up to 192MB. The display is twice the size of the MPC2500 and MPC1000 so waveforms appear crystal-clear. Integrated Chop Shop 2.0 now supports stereo chops and Patched Phrases. The MPC5000 is also the first MPC to include Random and Cycle sample playback in addition to velocity Zone Play. A turntable preamp is also included. The MPC5000's virtual analog synth eliminates need for external analog synth modules or buggy software based synthesizers. The new 8-track direct to disk recorder lets you produce your whole song in the MPC and then mix it down with the internal sequenced programs and any input thru material. Add the optional CD/DVD drive and you can then burn an audio or data CD or your mix. Over 650MB of premium-quality sounds from Loopmasters are included to get you up and running with pro-quality production in seconds.
XR20 is a portable beat production center loaded with fresh sound library that’s designed for making hip-hop and R&B wherever and whenever inspiration strikes. Over 700 sounds cover standard and electronic drums, one-shot hits, bass, and synth sounds to easily create a total mix in next-to-no time. XR20 includes reverb, EQ, and compression to enable MC s and producers to complete their tracks. Plug in a microphone and mix vocals with your beats. XR20 runs on wall or battery power so it’s flexible and portable. In Pattern Play mode, you can trigger different patterns from each pad, so you can tailor the beats to flow with the energy on-stage. Bright blue pads light with the beat to illuminate your performances as you light up the club. With XR20, Akai Pro puts the hip in Hip-Hop.
Alesis SamplePad. The SamplePad is a compact four-pad instrument that gives you access to a limitless palette of sounds. With 25 percussion and electronic drum sounds built in, and the ability to load any sounds you like using a standard SD card, the SamplePad put the sounds you need on its great-feeling pads. Add a external trigger input for a trigger or switch pedal and the ability to mount on virtually any snare stand or rack, and the SamplePad makes expanding your setup easy and convenient.
Alesis knows drums. Our SR16 has dominated the drum machine market since 1990 and continues to be in-demand today. Following in the tradition of its relative, the next-generation SR18 is loaded with cutting-edge drumsets, electronic drums, one-shot hits, and modern percussion sounds for any cutting-edge musician’s performances and compositions. From hip-hop to country and everything in between, SR18 nails it on the first take. SR18 has an effects engine with Alesis reverb, EQ, and compression so you can output recording or performance-ready sounds. Dynamic Articulation™ enables sound to change in color and timbre, the same way that acoustic instruments do for truly realistic performances. SR18 can be powered by AC or batteries, so whenever or wherever you need to lay down a groove, you’re ready to roll. It’s time for the next Alesis drum machine.
16 key - 64 step sequencer; 8 velocity sensitive pads; Touch sensitive
FX Pad; Assignable encoders; Aluminum enclosure; Works as a universal
MIDI controller towards any third-party software
Software Specifications :
Pristine quality sound engines including : TAE® Analog synthesis,
Multilayered sampling delivered by reference third-party companies,
Physical
modelling; FX Pad with Repeat, Tape, Reverse, Strobe, Pan, Mix, 3 mode
Filter and Roller; Advanced Loop mode with divide and move functions;
Real-time automation on all parameters; 16 track mixer with 9 high
quality effects : compressor, reverb,
bit crusher,multiband EQ, chorus, delay, distortion, phaser, plate
reverb; Song Mode with up to 64 patterns by song; Shuffle and Shift
modes to humanize grooves; Easy import of audio samples, MIDI files and
Rex loops; Drag & drop export of Midi and Audio patterns into your
DAW
With the DR-3 Dr. Rhythm, guitarists and songwriters can add incredible-sounding drums to their music. This ultra-affordable drum machine includes some of BOSS' best acoustic and electronic drum kits and a selection of bass sounds. Great for jamming, the DR-3's Rhythm Progressions and multiple variations make it easy to create a realistic-sounding drum track for any style of music. And with Total Sound Control, you can tweak your kits to perfection.
BOSS' most affordable drum machine for jamming or practice
Realistic drum, percussion and bass sounds with velocity-sensitive pads
New Rhythm Progressions with 3 variations each for Intro, Verse, Fill and Ending
New TSC(r) with Sound Shape function and Ambience for professional drum sounds
100 Preset Styles and 100 User styles programmable via realtime or step recording
Footswitch input for easy live control, runs on AC or battery power
As the follow-up to BOSS' hugely successful DR-550mkII, the DR-670 Dr. Rhythm stands as one of the most feature-packed and affordable drum machines in BOSS history. This compact rhythm-creation tool offers all the acclaimed sounds from BOSS' flagship DR-770 model, while adding enhancements like velocity-sensitive pads, footswitch control and much more.
Affordable BOSS drum machine with 255 superb-quality drum and percussion sounds
Velocity-sensitive pads permit very expressive rhythm pattern programming
New Bass part allows for programming bass lines using 16 different bass sounds
200 high-quality Preset rhythm patterns and 200 User rhythm pattern locations
Large LCD for confirming pattern tempo at all times
Foot control jack permits connection to optional footswitch for hands-free start/stop and fills
Direct Pattern Play function lets users assign internal patterns to pads for triggering "on the fly"
The new heavyweight champ of rhythm programming has arrived. The DR-880 is a new-school powerhouse that's loaded with world-class sounds from Roland's famous SRX library, plus a stunning collection of original waveforms. The DR-880's drum, percussion, and bass sounds can be played and programmed as is, or customized with powerful toolssuch as independent compressors and EQs for the kick and snare, and a compressor and selection of COSM(r) amp models for the bass.
440 world-class drum and percussion sounds, 40 bass sounds with COSM bass-amp models
Three independent insert effects (EQ and compression), TSC (Total Sound Control) featuring 3-band EQ and high-quality ambience
1,000 patterns (500 preset, 500 user), easily add fills, ghost notes, chord progressions, and more
20 velocity-sensitive pads
Guitar/bass input, plus multi-effects and COSM amp models
100 effect patches (50 Preset, 50 User) for electric, acoustic, and bass guitars
Four assignable footswitch and expression-pedal inputs
Digital and individual outputs, USB port for importing SMFs
For “bedroom guitarists” who love jamming along with their favorite songs, the ultimate musical companion has arrived. eBand is a portable all-in-one audio player that’s packed with big features. WAV and MP3 files can be loaded and played by eBand, and the tempo and pitch can be changed. Plug in your guitar and jam along using the powerful onboard COSM® preamp and BOSS effects. You can minimize the pre-recorded vocals or guitar parts with the Center Cancel feature for minus-one play, and record and save your jams. There’s even a library of backing tracks and rhythms onboard, plus a built-in tuner and metronome.
Imports and plays audio files (WAV and MP3)
Pitch and tempo control of imported songs
Guitar/Mic input with dedicated input control; headphone output
Custom-tuned speakers for powerful playback
COSM Preamp and 100+ effects derived from BOSS GT-10
EZ Tone function provides the ultimate easy-to-use, intuitive approach to sound creation based on graphic icons
300 audio-loop phrases onboard for backing tracks and rhythms (some include companion guitar effects pre-programmed to match the loops)
Tuner and metronome built in
Records and saves your guitar performances
USB audio interface for direct link to and from PCs
Play songs from USB memory stick
Import your favorite songs from audio CD to eBand with included utility software (PC/Mac)
The ELECTRIBE·MX represents a new generation of Electribes – powerful dance music products that cover everything from laying down stunning tracks to creating exhilarating live performances. The EMX-1 comes housed in a sleek, rugged metal chassis. The new backlit LCD provides a wealth of information during programming or performance. The intuitive step-time/realtime interface has been enhanced with a new Ribbon and Slider control. Effects, Motion Sequencing, and Pattern length have all been expanded. A brand-new filter lets you chose Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass or Band Pass Plus. Up to 256 patterns can be created and stored to the internal memory. You can combine patterns, add mute data and knob movements to create up to 64 songs. To get you started, a wide assortment of patterns covering house, hip-hop, R&B, electronica, drum’n’bass, techno, trance and more come preloaded – 196 in the ELECTRIBE·MX. Using the last step function, you can easily adjust to any odd meter. Favorite patterns can be assigned to Pattern Sets for instant access. Data can be quickly saved and loaded via SmartMediaTM. Audio inputs allow you to process external signals through the on-board filter and effects, and an extra pair of assignable outputs has been added as well. The front panel knobs and switches control all the most important sound parameters, allowing you to modify the sound in realtime as you perform, and giving you a hands-on feel like that of an analog synthesizer.
The Electribe series of Dance Tools defined a new standard, combining unique sound generation, pattern based programming, and intuitive knob-based interfaces. Thousands of forward-thinking musicians, DJs and producers continue to use them to create exciting and groundbreaking music. The ELECTRIBE•SX represents a new generation of Electribes – powerful dance music products that cover everything from laying down stunning tracks to creating exhilarating live performances. Both come housed in a sleek, rugged metal chassis. The new backlit LCD provides a wealth of information during programming or performance. The intuitive step-time/realtime interface has been enhanced with a new Ribbon and Slider control. Effects, Motion Sequencing, and Pattern length have all been expanded. A brand-new filter lets you chose Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass or Band Pass Plus.
Add a world-class backing band to your show with the new BK-7m, a
state-of-the-art module that packs an interactive band into a sleek,
slim package. No bigger than a book, the BK-7m is a dream machine for
the entertaining artist or solo musician who needs a backing band
onstage, in the studio, or at home. With hundreds of great Tones, Music
Styles, and rhythms onboard — all quickly accessible with one-touch
buttons — the BK-7m will make you sound like a pro ensemble onstage.
Choose from the library of built-in styles or play your own music files
directly from USB for play-along accompaniment. You can even record your
performances directly to USB memory for distribution and archiving
Portable backing module compatible with MIDI-capable pianos, keyboards, accordions, organs; 1,000-plus tones, 57 drum kits, 128-voice polyphony; Over 400 high-quality music styles, each with four one-touch settings; Over 900 Music Assistants covering every musical genre; SMF and audio file playback via onboard USB connector; Audio recording in WAV format directly to connected USB storage device; Cover function for SMFs and Music Styles; Composite Video Out to display Lyrics and/or Chord Symbols on external display
Since 2003, Roland's MV-8000 has been a coveted centerpiece for many of the world's greatest hip-hop and R&B producers. With its powerful hands-on features, and its ability to incorporate a VGA monitor and mouse, it brought the best of the hardware- and software- based production worlds together. Today, Roland sets a new standard in production power and flexibility with the MV-8800.
Complete production solution, from beat creation and multitrack recording to mixing, mastering and CD burning
Tight integration of drum machine-style pattern recording and DAW-style linear recording
Realtime control of audio pitch and time, groove quantize, and pattern/song arrangements - great for both studio and stage
World-class sound library pre-installed on the internal hard drive
Legendary Roland instrument and effects models onboard, including TR-808, TR-909, SRV reverb, SDD-320 Chorus, SBF-325 Flanger, Boss BF-2 and HF-2, and RE-201 Space Echo
Three MIDI ports (IN x 1, OUT x 2) for connecting external MIDI devices
Color LCD with icon-oriented interface
Accepts external VGA monitor (optional) and optical mouse
The newest member of the SP-sampler family breaks ground with innovative features such as Loop Capture, and Super Filter. The SP-555 is fast and powerful, but one thing has been preserved from previous SP models: fun! It's the ultimate toolkit for DJs, producers, sample-based musicians-, or performers who want to take their act to the next level.
Ultra-easy sampling with innovative Loop Capture feature
Versatile sampling through Line input, phantom-powered Mic input,USB audio streaming, and WAV/AIFF import
Dozens of killer performance effects, including Super Filter and DJFX Looper
Audio interface capability with any DAW or DJ audio application (Cakewalk SONAR LE included)
Large Sample Memory via CompactFlash (up to 2GB)
Bundled Wave Converter software (Mac and PC) for importing and exporting WAV/AIFF files
Infrared D BEAM controller and V-LINK compatibility for high-impact performance
Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
The new SPD-SX Sampling Pad puts powerful sample creation and playback under your sticks with innovative audio-capturing features, expressive playability, three multi-effects engines, and much more. The perfect addition to any acoustic or electronic drum kit, percussion setup, DJ booth, or keyboard rig, the SPD-SX is equally at home on the live stage, in the recording studio, pre-production suite, or dance club. The SPD-SX takes many of the proven concepts from its predecessor and raises them to a new level. Whether you’re firing off one-shot samples, looped phrases, or complete audio playback tracks, the SPD-SX is loaded with the latest technology and tools to get the job done with speed, precision, and convenience. Enjoy the most advanced triggering and sampling technology in a sleek, easy-to-use percussion instrument.
In homes, hotels, lounges, or any entertainment venue, the new VIMA
JM-5 is the premiere all-in-one entertainment station. With its
high-quality sound engine, the VIMA JM-5 can play and manipulate any
file you feed it. But that’s only the beginning of what this
multifaceted instrument can do. Karaoke? The VIMA JM-5 accepts a wide
range of file formats, including SMF, MP3, WAV, MP3+CDG, and VIMA Tunes
via USB. Simply play your favorite songs and use the VIMA JM-5 to change
tempo and/or key signature to best suit the singers’ voices. Plug in a
microphone or two, and sing along using the powerful onboard Vocal
effects, including Auto Harmony. The VIMA JM-5 can display lyrics and
slide-show images to match the music. When using WAV or MP3 files, you
can use the Center Cancel function to minimize pre-existing vocals for
sing-along fun. You can even record your performances directly to USB
and distribute to family and friends.
All-in-one playback and performance module
Over 1,000 tones, 57 drum kits, and 128-voice polyphony
Plays back SMF, MP3, WAV, MP3+CDG, and VIMA Tunes files from an external USB storage device
Tempo control, key change, and Melody Mute/Center Cancel functions
Supports slide shows and lyrics display
Two vocal mic inputs with onboard Vocal Effects, including Harmony, Roland Space Echo, Ambience and Voice Transformer
Audio WAV recording to external USB storage device
Composite Video Out to display lyrics and/or chords of the selected songs as well as digital-photo slide shows
Yamaha makes portable digital drums available to more aspiring drummers with the release of the DD-45. Designed from a drummer's perspective, the new model features four touch-sensitive pads and an AUX input for playing along with your favorite recordings on an MP3 player.
"It has been a number of years since Yamaha was in the entry-level digital drum market," says Dane Madsen, marketing manager, Yamaha Digital Keyboards. "But with the popularity of video games like Rock Band, more and more customers will be ready to test their skills on a real musical instrument. When they realize the limitations of the gaming drum pads, the DD-45 will be their next logical step."
The Magic Tom feature lets users select from different Magic Tom fill sequences and perform multi-tom fills all on a single pad while they keep the beat going on the other three pads. Built-in auto-accompaniment patterns give you dozens of virtual bands to play along with. Recorded drum parts within the patterns can be muted so users can test their skills. The tempo of patterns can also be adjusted so users can begin practicing slow, then play faster as they improve - an important practice technique not available via MP3 players.
Like its predecessors, the QY100 is essentially a palm-sized mini-studio, portable backup band and practice partner-with full GM compatibility, high quality voices, onboard effects and large database of musical styles. The addition of increased storage, analog/digital converters, digital effects and expanded database of musical styles takes the QY100 to a new level of performance and creativity.
