Manual Addendum V1.1 - Akai MPC Reference Manual

MPC SOFTWARE MANUAL ADDENDUM v1.1
We're always improving the MPC software! Version 1.1 includes the following features and
improvements. Click a feature from the list below to jump to the section of the addendum.
NEW FEATURES
• Support for Pro Tools: MPC software can now be used as an RTAS plugin in Pro Tools 9
and Pro Tools 10. Pro Tools 10 is recommended for the best performance.
• Extensive new options for routing MIDI and audio in Track Mixer mode.
• Individual submixes and software outputs can now be exported separately.
• MIDI Program Change messages now include bank select options.
• Several new Window Mode options are now available to speed up workflow.
• Grid editing (Draw and Select) tools can be quickly selected with the computer keyboard.
• MIDI output ports can now be routed to the DAW in plugin mode.
• Plugins and their presets can be selected using the hardware.
• Sequence Loop parameters can be edited with the hardware.
IMPROVEMENTS
• Support for MPC Studio hardware.
• Improved synchronization when used as a plugin in Ableton Live, Logic, Pro Tools, and
Cubase.
• Improved performance when file saving and loading when used as a plugin.
• Improved performance when recording long sequences and automation.
• Support for full-screen mode and Mac retina displays.
• Improved support of third-party VST and AU plugins.
• Various bug fixes.
FUTURE UPDATES
Always be sure you're using the latest version of MPC software by checking for updates. You can
do this directly in MPC software's menus:
Windows: Help
Mac: MPC
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