Sample - Akai MPCX User Manual

Sample

Using this method, you can insert slice markers directly in your
sample as you record it.
Slice markers divide the sample into multiple regions called slices,
which you can adjust in the Chop Mode of Sample Edit Mode (see
Sample Edit Mode > Chop Mode
when working with a long sample with different sounds throughout
(e.g., a drum loop or a long melodic or harmonic passage).
To start recording, do one of the following:
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Start performing so that the incoming audio level exceeds
the level of the threshold slider.
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Tap Record under the Sample Length counter.
To insert a slice marker in a sample while recording, press
Slice+ (in the lower-right corner) as the sample records. Each time
you press it, a slice marker will be placed at that location.
To stop recording, tap Stop under the Sample Length counter.
After you stop your recording, the Keep or Discard Sample window
will appear.
Use the Edit Name field to name the new sample. Tap it and use
the virtual keyboard that appears.
Use the Program field to assign the new sample to a program.
Select <none> if you want to save it to the project without assigning
it to a program.
Use the Assign to Pad field to assign the sample to a pad in the
program.
Use the Root Note field to set where the sample's original pitch will be on the keyboard.
If you recorded a sample while a sequence was playing, the Keep or Discard Sample window will show a few more
options after you select a pad.
Check the Add Event box to automatically add the sample to the currently playing sequence.
Use the @ field to select where you want the event to start:
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Start: The sample will be a note event at the start of the currently playing sequence.
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Trigger: The sample will be a note event where you began recording it in the currently playing sequence.
Use the Track field to set which track will contain the new event.
To confirm your selections, tap Keep at the bottom of the touchscreen.
To discard the recording and return to the Sampler, tap Discard at the bottom of the touchscreen.
To play the recording, tap Play at the bottom of the touchscreen.
Tip: We recommend editing your recorded sample in Sample Edit Mode (see
for more information). This is useful
Sample Edit Mode for more information).
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