Step Sequencer - Akai MPCX User Manual

Step Sequencer

To enter the Step Sequencer, do either of the following:
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Press Step Seq.
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Press Menu, and then tap Step Sequencer.
The top of the touchscreen shows the track name and information as well as sequence and timing information.
The Track field shows the name of the current track.
Use the Track Length field to set how long the track is. If you select the minimum value, Sequence or 0 (if you use
the numeric keypad), the track will be the exact same length as its sequence.
Tip: This feature lets you maintain tracks of different lengths. For instance, you could play a 1-bar drum sequence
repeatedly under a 4-bar bass line.
Use the Bars field to adjust the length of the sequence in bars.
Use the BPM field to adjust the tempo of the sequence.
To set whether the sequence follows its own tempo (Seq) or a master tempo (Mst), tap the
Seq/Mst button next to the BPM field. Alternatively, press Shift+Tap/Master.
The time counter at the top of the touchscreen the current playhead position. This is shown in most
of the modes. See General Features > Time Counter
The Step Sequencer lets you create or edit sequences by using the pads as "step buttons,"
simulating the experience of a traditional step-sequencer-style drum machine.
This is available for MIDI tracks only, not audio tracks.
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