Akai MPC manual

Finally, let’s apply some transformations to the sample. The MPC software offers some great options.

The Process Sample display of the MPC hardware

XNow press F6 (Record) and shout something like "Uhhh" or "Yeah!" into the microphone. The recording procedure starts immediately when the input signal level reaches the threshold value.

XNow press F6 (Stop) again, to stop recording.

If you're happy with your recording, please name the new sample in the MPC software in the small window, which will pop up automatically after finishing the recording procedure. Let’s call it "Vocal" for now. You should also assign the sample to an unused pad, e.g. Pad 13. Hit it to assign the sample! After that, click on Keep.

Now we can edit our newly recorded sample. Select the sample in the PROJECT INFORMATION section and right-click on it. In the pop-up menu, choose the option Edit. Sample Edit Mode will open.

XPress F2 (Trim) on your MPC hardware to enter the trim mode for editing.

XUse the Q-Link knobs Q1, Q5, Q9 or Q13 to define a suitable start point of your sample. With Q3, Q7, Q11 or Q15 you can define a suitable end point.

XTo hear your edits, press the Pad A15 to play the sample from the new start point to the new end point.

XPress F6 (Edit) on your MPC hardware to enter the Process Sample page.

XWith the data dial you can select the desired option. Let’s try some Pitch Shift to change the overall pitch of your sample.

XUse the cursor to navigate to the Pitch parameter and set it to 5.0. This will transpose the sample by 5 semitones but will not affect the length of the sample.

XPress F5 (Do It) to finalize the edit process.

Sounds cool, so let's include the new sample in your track. In the next chapter, we’ll show you an easy way to record note events.

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