Does the midi controller perform the same operations as the MPC1000? (Is it better to have both, or one or the other?) Thanks
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They're significantly different pieces of equipment. The MPK Mini has no "brain", it's strictly a MIDI controller for software on a computer. If that's all you need and the controls on this unit are sufficient for your needs, it's a nice piece of equipment.
1519760
I am not entirely sure what the MPC1000 is capable of, so I am not sure. Sorry
773472
The MIDI controller will work. The included software runs on Windows and Mac.
2016878
Hi Issac, Maschine MK2 is designed primarily as a stand alone system, meaning you produce music by using the Maschine hardware along with the included Maschine sequencer/librarian software - you don't need another DAW (in your case, Pro Tools SE). If you mean can you use the Maschine hardware as a midi controller with other DAWs, the short answer is "yes",BUT you should check out the forums on the Native Instruments (the makers of Maschine) website to see if there are specifics about Pro Tools SE. If you mean can Maschine be run as a VST plug in under Pro Tools SE, the best place to direct that question still would be Native Instruments. If you go to their website, you can find an area to submit your question(s) - they usually answer pretty quick. Hope this helps a little.
845075
First you will need a MIDI cable to connect this to your PC/sampler. Then you will need to configure this as a MIDI device on said device. This very much depends on which DAW/sampler you are using to trigger the samples. There is likely several steps, all of which would be different for any other DAW/sampler, to setup your MIDI devices and then additional steps to add samples and assign them to the trigger pads. This is not the place to get support for an individualized setup. Support forums and/or user manuals for your DAW/sampler will give you a lot more information.
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its possible but very difficult with this it made to be used with recording software so in order to use your midi it would have to be setup through something like protools or logic try an mpc stuido it runs off software as well but much easier to use for what your trying to do.
556732
Maybe this will help.http://www.musicradar.com/us/tuition/tech/the-beginners-guide-to-midi-controllers-179018
1985844
The MS-20 mini can ONLY respond to MIDI note on/off. No velocity, etc. Their is NO midi out, only midi in.
752576
It's just a midi pad and knob unit. If you use it with software like Ableton Live, it can trigger samples.Akai makes another model like this that is a standalone sampler, but it costs more.
36387
No, because it only a midi controller. If you using a laptop with sound then yes
1814418
Highly recommend you get a MIDI interface. M-Audio makes a good one, the 2 X 2. I've had it for years and I've always been very happy with it.
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you will need an interface to record an analog line level signal into a computer. you can hook it up usb from midi with a converter, bit you will only be communicating MIDI signals, not analog sound. That goes for most usb connections between digital keys and OS's. You can control virtual instruments using it as a midi controller but thats not what you buy this for. For example though:you could control the microkorg with another MIDI controller if you want bigger keys, and with a controller with surface control faders /knobs you can assign all functions to those as well. In summary: No it doesnt come with editing software.
1019954
I use the Fishman midi pickup to operate all my midi devices without ever opening their software. I will occasionally use it to set the pickup response or to check the battery but that's about it.
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You can't really answer it in that manner. Since it is pitch to midi, it varies by pitch, with lower notes taking longer. I have never attempted to measure it, as it is comparable to the Axon & Roland units, probably as good as any current pitch to midi units. It seems to have less ghost notes than the others so it is improved. I find it works good for most things except super fast runs, which I instead use a You Rock Guitar.
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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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It is a controller only, gotta have something to control, soundbank on laptop or simply midi it thru a decent synth, or rackmount synth, I trigger an Alesis quadrasynth live, using a 25' midi cable, you can also go wireless with the hothand wireless midi send unit.Also, vortex has a wireless controller, it's 100 bucks more...
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Hi , as a midi controller it doesn't make sounds on its own, all you have is rubber pads, just in case it helps if you're searching other midi controllers, cuz it's the same concept. ( unless it specifically mentions otherwise): synth & midi.
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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!