Does this thing have any value without a computer? Can I take a mic and record samples into it? A synth? Is it MIDI input only or also 1/4 jack?
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The only input on this is a USB input and it cannot be used as a stand alone device.
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This a Midi controller. This is designed specifically for computer use and will only work when connected to a DAW. I currently use FL Studio with it right now. It is great but my only problem is when I plug it in and activate it with my DAW the pads are not correspondent with the pad on the computer. I have to resync it everytime I open up the plugin. Other than that particular problem the AKAI MPD18 is fine. You have to record the sounds live by using the recorder while the metronome is playing usually, unless you're just that good that you can consistently crank out the exact same bpm every time
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It only has midi input and headphone jack, so no USB or some other easier alternative. You will only be able to record audio from it
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A audio interface is optimal, but it should work with the stock one in computer. A midi keyboard controller would also be good to have (I'm just using a 30 year old midi capable synth and it works fine as a keyboard input to the Virtual Synths in Reason, but if your doing strictly audio recording, you'll be fine without one. If your into synths, most of the coolest Reason Synths aren't included in essentials, but the Line 6 Amps sound really good for bass and guitar. Good luck.
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It has some nice features for small situations like you're describing. Also does nicely as a mixer for a starter studio. This model may fit your budget, but I'd also look at the 14ZED60FX. 4 XLR inputs may seem like a lot. On my first outing with this I used every XLR, and I was sure 4 was *more* than I needed. This is a terrific mixer - lots of features and intentional quality.
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You can import and export sounds or loops into it by connecting it to a computer. .flac files, i have not connected mine to see what the files are saved as.
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Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked fantastic for me with instruments or mics into a DAW computer based system. Hope this helps..... Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked... » Read More Brandon, Good news and bad news. The ART Tube mp project is a great preamp and can warm tones greatly! On to the other side and to answer your question. You will need an audio interface. I use and recommend a Focusrite Scarlett series which feature XLR and 1/4 inch inputs to a USB output. I personally use a 2i2 model which features 2 inputs to USB and sells for $150 on Amazon. If you only need 1 channel then the Focusrite solo @ $99 will work for you. Read reviews and search youtube and I am sure you will find this the way to go. Sorry to double or triple your expenses, but it has worked fantastic for me with instruments or mics into a DAW computer based system. Hope this helps..... « Show Less
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You are not able to directly connect this to your computer, this is an analog audio device. The 48V power supply drive the microphone. The output can connect to a mixer or directly in an audio interface microphone input. If you are planning to record or play live sound, you need at least an audio interface. Try Icon and Focusrite. They are providing nice products. ICON even support at least one extra virtual output. You may also need audio analyse software, like Cubase, Samplitude, Adobe Adition, and Ableton Live. Good luck. But, if you don't want to go that professional, try a dynamic microphone.Or USB microphone. BLUE has a very nice USB microphone product. You are not able to directly connect this to your computer, this is an analog audio device. The 48V power supply drive the microphone. The output can connect to a mixer or directly in an audio interface microphone input. If you are planning to record or play live sound, you need at least an audio interface. Try Icon and Focusrite. They are providing nice products. ICON even support at least one extra virtual output. You may also need audio analyse software, like Cubase, Samplitude, Adobe Adition, and Ableton Live. Good luck. But, if you don't want to go that professional, try a... » Read More You are not able to directly connect this to your computer, this is an analog audio device. The 48V power supply drive the microphone. The output can connect to a mixer or directly in an audio interface microphone input. If you are planning to record or play live sound, you need at least an audio interface. Try Icon and Focusrite. They are providing nice products. ICON even support at least one extra virtual output. You may also need audio analyse software, like Cubase, Samplitude, Adobe Adition, and Ableton Live. Good luck. But, if you don't want to go that professional, try a dynamic microphone.Or USB microphone. BLUE has a very nice USB microphone product. « Show Less
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It comes with an input, and it has EQ and effects. you could also record directly from your PA using an instrument cable. It is a great recorder for demos, especially for the price.
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I don't have it anymore, but it was a pretty neat unit and you don't need anything but MIDI cables to the computer or a dedicated sound card to capture the headphone output. Because of its inclusion of MIDI in and out, you can use it with other gear, which is nice. However, it has no USB output, which is becoming ever-common on newer gear.
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Yes, you need a computer. This is a controller, just like your mouse or computer keyboard, but used for generating MIDI control signals in music software. There is no headphone jack nor does it record since it only produces control codes and not any kind of audio.
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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.
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I guess you can.. Sorry I haven't tried I use it via laptop.. maybe if you find way to connect it it would detect it.. I didn't like they kinda ARTURIA lie cause they say its an analog synth and midi but its just a midi
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I've tried it on a trumpet, and it sounded pretty clean and accurate. I've also tried it on vocals and drums, it will do really good on almost anything really. If all you're looking for a mic to record just a brass instrument though, and don't already own an audio interface, I'd recommend the Blue Snowball USB. It's $100 I believe, it'll sound similar, and you won't have to buy an interface for it (which are $100-200 in addition to the mic itself) hope this helps!
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Has to be through a computer or iPad. It's designed for DAWs like Ableton Live, Fruity Loops, Logic Pro, etc. This is a midi controller, not a traditional keyboard/synth.
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this is a midi controller it doesnt have its own sounds it comes with software or you can use any other software you want you have to use it with a computer,laptop or any other device but there is a microphone hole in it so you can use earphones if you don't have speakers
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You need a MIDI compatible sound program - like Logic, GarageBand, or the like to provide a 'voice' for the unit. It's just a controller, not an instrument in it's own right.