Seeing as this is the cheapest in the MK2 lineup, does it still function as a stand alone Hardware Sampler? IE can i load my own sounds into it?
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As far as I understand, you can load sounds but the Maschine only works plugged into a computer/ laptop with the software.I am selling this item with the software download links and software activation codes. It does not function without the software plugged in.The only similar thing I've seen is the iMaschine app for iPhone and iPad. Or itraktor app. Those work on the phones or iPads.
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No it is only a midi controller. It has to be hooked up to a computer to work as a sampler. You can load your own sounds but only through the computer. Hope this helps!
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This is an effects processor only. As such whatever you put in will be modified accordingly. It has no capability to split or isolate individual sounds or tracks.
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Yes yes yes! If (and that's a big if) you plan on sampling or you also own a USB keyboard. This is what I do; I integrate my work flow with logic pro X (although you can use machines software alone ). It does come with maschine 1.8. It is NOT a standalone maschine. You must connect it to your computer or laptop to use it. Keep in mind it has only 16 pads so this is not ideal to play your keys on. I plug in my USB keyboard and play the sounds (VST) that way and it's brilliant. I highly recommend it, but research the hell out of it before you buy.
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It depends on what software you use it with. It's a MIDI controller only, so it produces no sound on its own. It connects to a computer or tablet, and then any software that supports MIDI input should work with it.
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You would need an external sound interface. It doesn't have an internal sound card like the Ren. BTW MPCs now are just controllers for the software.
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Yes, it comes quite a large selection of sounds (software not built in to the device) So, It is a controller. Could be used with a lot of software Synths.
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If you want keys and pads get this if you are looking for a MPC style workflow get the Mpc studio. The mpc studio comes with its own software and includes akais sound library this mpk 49 is just a controller, so you need a DAW to sample such as logic protools ableton etc
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This unit by itself doesn't make any sounds. It is known as a "Controller" so you need to plug it into either a keyboard or a computer that has MIDI or other sounds built into a program (such as Garage Band) and you can generate sounds that way. If you are not familiar with how a keyboard is used as a controller, I would avoid this unit. If you can plug it into a keyboard or computer program, it is very easy to use. However it is a very complex unit, capable of a lot ... once you get over the first hurdle of connecting it to an existing sound creations source for it to control.
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If it isn't a midi keybored then no. But I recommend the machine mk2 it is awsome. If you get a midi keybored it is very easy to setup.if you need help u can ask me
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What does audio input mixing unit do in this case? Is it for resolving the time lag?Would something cheaper like this Behringer MX400 4-Channel Mixer do the trick too?Thank you!
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You can play samples off of it yes, but it does not have a built-in sampler!
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The usb port the m6 has its an output of its internal soundcard, if your external fx unit has an usb input you can actually do that, but the problem the quality of the usb output of the mixer is super low, theres a lot of noise coming out of its own soundcard so if I were you I would recommend not do it cause it will affect the quality of the output sound, hope this answer your question.
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I am running Propellerhead's Reason software with mine. It works great with the Kong Drum virtual instrument.
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There are still a few hardware samplers out there. They would be the most similar to what you're asking about. Here are a few to compare: http://www.samash.com/akai-mpc-studio-music-production-controller-ampcstudi http://www.samash.com/electribe-s-sampler--keltribes-p http://www.samash.com/roland-sp-404sx-portable-sampler-rsp404sxx http://www.samash.com/korg-kp3-effects-sampler-kkp3plusx Please let us know if you have any questions, or if there is anything we can do to help.
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Thanks!Now I got this Musescore downloaded, I still have not idea to make my LPK 25 to play any sound.Quick tips?
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The mpd32 is only a midi controller. It will control midi information. It's connected to your computer via USB. Then you can use it with whatever music program you have. It doesn't come with any sound. You'll have to look into the MPCs. The premise of the MPD, is to control whatever sounds inside your music software. It gels we'll with REASON, which is my program of choice. Hope this helps. Check out my website for tutorials. www.AOSbeats.com
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I use it. You can import loops in WAV format. Sometimes I generate loops on the looper and bring them into Sonar X2 where I put on good drum tracks. Hope this helps.