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Akai MAX49 User Manual

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MAX49, power adapter, USB cable, software CD (with Vyzex and AkaiConnect software), software DVD
(with Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition), Quickstart Guide, Safety Instructions & Warranty Information Booklet
QUICK SETUP / CONNECTION DIAGRAM
POWER ADAPTER
(optional)
EXTERNAL MIDI
MODULE
(optional, not
included)
1. INSTALLATION
1.
Insert the included software CD into your computer.
2.
Open and install:
• Windows: Double-click My Computer then double-click the disc. Once the disc's contents are
shown, double-click the Vyzex installer file (.exe).
• Mac: Double-click the disc. Once the disc's contents are shown, double-click the Vyzex .pkg file.
3.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
4.
When the Vyzex installation has finished, repeat Steps 2-3 to install AkaiConnect.*
Please see the VYZEX and AKAICONNECT sections of this manual for more information about these
programs.
To install the included Ableton Live Lite Akai Edition software, repeat these installation steps with the
included Ableton software DVD.
* IMPORTANT!: Please see the AKAICONNECT section of this manual to ensure it runs properly with your
DAW and MAX49.
2. GET STARTED
1.
Connect MAX49's USB port to a free USB port on your computer (using a port on the rear panel, if
possible). MAX49 will power on.
2.
Open your preferred digital audio workstation (DAW).
3.
Turn the VALUE DIAL to browse through the list of available Programs. Select the name of your DAW
and press the VALUE DIAL to load the corresponding Program.
4.
In your DAW, select Akai MAX49 as its control device.
5.
MAX49 will now work with your DAW. To learn how to customize MAX49's Program settings further,
see the MODES section of this manual.
Note: You can download additional documentation about the Programs used in MAX49 by going to
www.akaipro.com/max49 (click on Docs & Downloads).
COMPUTER
(not included)
EXPRESSION PEDAL
(optional, not included)
3
FOOTSWITCHES
(optional, not included)

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  • Page 1: Box Contents

    * IMPORTANT!: Please see the AKAICONNECT section of this manual to ensure it runs properly with your DAW and MAX49. 2. GET STARTED Connect MAX49's USB port to a free USB port on your computer (using a port on the rear panel, if possible). MAX49 will power on. Open your preferred digital audio workstation (DAW).

  • Page 2: Top Panel Overview

    OCTAVE button will light. LCD – The display is used for navigating menus, displaying data, and affecting change on MAX49's options and parameters. PITCH BEND WHEEL – Transmits MIDI Pitch Bend information to raise or lower the pitch of the KEYBOARD temporarily.
  • Page 3 Program is reloaded, the Tempo will revert to the last saved Tempo value. (Note: A Program's default tempo can be set in Edit Mode. Also, this button does not work when MAX49 is set to External sync.) TRANSPORT CONTROL BUTTONS – These five buttons are dedicated buttons for sending transport control commands.

  • Page 4: Rear Panel Overview

    MAX49 will be powered by your computer's USB connection. MAX49 is class-compliant, so it is "plug- and-play" – no separate driver installation is necessary. MIDI OUT – Use a five-pin MIDI cable to connect the MIDI OUT of MAX49 to the MIDI IN of an optional external device.

  • Page 5: Edit Mode

    (no transposition). MIDI to DIN: Determines whether or not MIDI data is sent to the MIDI OUT (On) or not (Off). MIDI data will be sent to MAX49's USB connection regardless of this setting. PADS Type: The type of event that will be sent. The available settings are Note, Program Change, and Program Bank.
  • Page 6 MIDI to DIN: Determines whether or not MIDI data is sent to the MIDI OUT (On) or not (Off). MIDI data will be sent to MAX49's USB connection regardless of this setting. Mode: This determines how the fader will act when touched: •...

  • Page 7: Pitch Wheel

    Common, USB A1-A16, and USB B1-B16. MIDI to DIN: Determines whether or not MIDI data is sent to the MIDI OUT (On) or not (Off). MIDI data will be sent to MAX49's USB connection regardless of this setting. MODULATION WHEEL MIDI Channel: This setting determines over which MIDI channel data is sent.

  • Page 8: Note Repeat

    ARPEGGIATOR Type: The type of arpeggation that will be used. Note: You can also set the Arpeggiator by using The available settings are: the pads. Hold down [ARP MODE] and press a pad • Double: Each note will sound twice. This with text printed above it on the right-hand side to setting can be selected in conjunction with determine the Arpeggiator's current setting.

  • Page 9: Transport Controls

    MIDI to DIN: Determines whether or not MIDI data is sent to the MIDI OUT (On) or not (Off). MIDI data will be sent to MAX49's USB connection regardless of this setting. Keyshift: When Keyshift is set to On, you can transpose the Sequence in real time (as it is playing) by pressing a key on the keyboard once, which will "latch"...

  • Page 10: Program Mode

    PROGRAM MODE Program Mode allows you to select and load a Program. MAX49 has several default Programs we created to work specifically with some popular DAWs or plug-ins, but you may also create/edit, store, and load your own Programs. To select/load a Program: Press [PROGRAM].
  • Page 11 • Common (Channel): When connected via USB, the data sent to MAX49 over the common channel and port will be sent out. When not connected via USB, the data sent to the MAX49 over the MIDI IN on the common channel will be sent out.

  • Page 12: Program Change Mode

    MIDI to DIN: Determines whether or not MIDI data is sent to the MIDI OUT (On) or not (Off). MIDI data will be sent to MAX49's USB connection regardless of this setting. Since an external module will usually be connected to MAX49's MIDI OUT, we recommend leaving this set to On.
  • Page 13 Arpeggiator settings: You can set the Arpeggiator's settings by using MAX49's pads. Each pad has text printed above it on the right-hand side, which denotes an Arpeggiator mode. Hold down [ARP MODE] and the currently selected pads will illuminate red to show the Arpeggiator's current settings: •...
  • Page 14 MAX49 is equipped with a powerful internal sequencer. The Sequencer emulates vintage-style step sequencers with which you can program the pitch (note) and velocity of each step (up to 32!). MAX49 allows you to store up to four Sequences per Program and change from one Sequence to another with the press of a drum pad. The following sections describe how to use the Sequencer.
  • Page 15 A list of your available plug-ins will appear. For any plug-ins you want to use with MAX49 in your DAW, click the button under the Wrapped column so it reads Yes. Leave AkaiConnect open.
  • Page 16 MODE PARAMETERS EDIT MODE To edit a control's parameters, press [EDIT] then touch, press, or manipulate that control (fader, pad, etc.). CONTROL PARAMETER SETTINGS [PROGRAM] Text (Program name) 9 characters MIDI Channel Common, USB A1-A16, USB B1-B16 KEYBOARD Octave -3 to +3 Transpose -36 to +36 Velocity...
  • Page 17 S-SWITCHES Type Note MIDI Channel Common, USB A1-A16, USB B1-B16 Note Number Note Velocity 0-127 Mode Momentary / Latched MIDI to DIN On / Off Type CC# 000-127 MIDI Channel Common, USB A1-A16, USB B1-B16 Invert On / Off Mode Momentary / Latched MIDI to DIN On / Off...
  • Page 18 FOOTSWITCH 1 Type CC #000-127 MIDI Channel Common, USB A1-A16, USB B1-B16 Mode Momentary / Latched MIDI to DIN On / Off Type Tap tempo, Arp/Seq On/Off, Play, Rec, Stop, Play/Stop, Sustain MIDI Channel Common, USB A1-A16, USB B1-B16 MIDI to DIN On / Off EXPRESSION PEDAL MIDI CC...

  • Page 19: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART Manufacturer: Akai Professional Model: MAX49 Version: 1.0 Date: 2011.12.09 USB PORTS A & B Transmit/Export Recognize/Import Remarks 1. BASIC INFORMATION MIDI channels 1-16 1-16 Note numbers 1-127 1-127 Program change 1-127 1-33 Bank Select response? (Yes/No) If yes, list banks utilized in remarks column...
  • Page 20 USB PORT C (MIDI) Transmit/Export Recognize/Import Remarks 1. BASIC INFORMATION MIDI channels 1-16 1-16 Note numbers 1-127 1-127 Program change 1-127 1-127 Bank Select response? (Yes/No) If yes, list banks utilized in remarks column Modes supported: Mode 1: Omni-On, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 2: Omni-On, Mono (Yes/No) Mode 3: Omni-Off, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 4: Omni-Off, Mono (Yes/No)
  • Page 21 USB PORT D (MACKIE CONTROL) Transmit/Export Recognize/Import Remarks 1. BASIC INFORMATION MIDI channels Note numbers As used by protocol Program change Bank Select response? (Yes/No) If yes, list banks utilized in remarks column Modes supported: Mode 1: Omni-On, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 2: Omni-On, Mono (Yes/No) Mode 3: Omni-Off, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 4: Omni-Off, Mono (Yes/No)
  • Page 22 USB PORT E (REMOTE) Transmit/Export Recognize/Import Remarks 1. BASIC INFORMATION MIDI channels Note numbers Program change Bank Select response? (Yes/No) If yes, list banks utilized in remarks column Modes supported: Mode 1: Omni-On, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 2: Omni-On, Mono (Yes/No) Mode 3: Omni-Off, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 4: Omni-Off, Mono (Yes/No) Multi Mode (Yes/No)
  • Page 23 MIDI DIN Transmit/Export Recognize/Import Remarks 1. BASIC INFORMATION MIDI channels 1-16 1-16 Note numbers 1-127 1-127 Program change 1-127 Bank Select response? (Yes/No) If yes, list banks utilized in remarks column Modes supported: Mode 1: Omni-On, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 2: Omni-On, Mono (Yes/No) Mode 3: Omni-Off, Poly (Yes/No) Mode 4: Omni-Off, Mono (Yes/No) Multi Mode (Yes/No)

  • Page 24: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Note keys 49 (velocity-sensitive, 10-octave range with octave up/down buttons or transposition) 12 (velocity-sensitive, 4 banks) Pads Faders 8 (touch-sensitive, ribbon-style sensors with LED indicators, 4 banks) Switches 8 (LED backlit, 4 banks) 1 USB port Inputs / Outputs 1 1/4"...

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