Chop Mode - Akai FORCE User Manual

Chop Mode

Whereas Trim Mode crops only the start and/or end off of a sample, Chop Mode divides the sample into multiple
regions called slices. We recommend using 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 enter Chop Mode, tap the Trim/Chop button in the lower-left corner so it says Chop.
Use the Start and End fields to set the position of the start point and end point (respectively) of the currently selected
slice. Alternatively, tap and drag the start (S) or end (E) marker left or right, or use Knobs 1 and 2 to adjust the start point
or Knobs 3 and 4 to adjust the end point when the knobs are in screen mode.
Use the selector in the lower-left corner of the screen to choose how you want to use Chop Mode:
Manual
This method lets you insert slices at locations you select.
Threshold
This method uses an adjustable detection algorithm that derives the number of slices created from the volume
levels present in the sample.
Use the Threshold field to set the threshold level. The higher the selected value, the more slices will be created.
Use the Min Time field to set the minimum length of a slice in milliseconds.
Regions
This method divides a sample into several slices of equal length.
Use the Regions field to set how many regions the sample will be divided into. The higher the selected value,
the more slices will be created.
BPM
This method divides a sample into several slices based on the tempo (beats per minute).
Use the Bars field to set how many bars are in the sample.
Use the Beats field to set how many beats are in each bar.
Use the Time Div field to set a note division. The slice markers will be placed according to this setting. You can
select 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, or 1/32. (In most cases, you should set this parameter to 1/16.)
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