 Akai have produced an amazing tool for the DJ, the Akai MPC500 is a portable, multibank sampler. With 12 large pads and 32-voice drum/phrase sampler as well as a 48 track, 16 channel MIDI sequencer, The MPC 500 supports 16-bit/44.1 kHz sample rates and provides upward of 128MB of RAM. The unit’s MIDI sequencer supports the SMF (standard MIDI file) format, while the sampler accepts WAV files. Like all Akai MPC units, the MPC500 provides velocity sensitive pads (12) for triggering sounds and the unit includes Akai’s legendary 12 Levels function—where one sound can be assigned to all pads with varied level or tuning per pad. The MPC500 provides numerous onboard effects plus two stereo effects sends and a Master control. In addition to operation via six AA batteries, the unit includes an AC power adapter. For transferring work to other Akai MPC models, a Compact Flash storage card is included for use with the internal CF drive. The MPC500 includes a USB port for connecting an external hard drive. Memory expansion is available.  Dimensions:(W x H x D) - 266mm x 44mm x 175mm Weight: 1.34kg |