Akai Professional MPC Renaissance Controller

All of the controls and features from the legendary MPC, now with complete Mac or PC integration.

Fusing Akai Professional’s legendary MPC layout and workflow with the power of your computer, MPC Renaissance is truly a powerhouse of an instrument for making music. The Akai MPC Renaissance is a fully integrated hardware/software system that allows you to construct and create songs using the classic hardware controls and pop-up display that have made the MPC a known name in the world of music production, while incorporating an intuitive software program for sequencing on your computer. Along with legendary controls, the MPC Renaissance features Akai’s exclusive MPC software with 128-track sequencing, instant mapping and real-time adjustment of VST plug-ins, and a massive 6GB+ sound library that will vastly expand your production capabilities to your Mac or PC. MPC Renaissance Hardware Combine MPC production workflow with the raw processing power of your computer. The MPC renaissance has16 genuine MPC pads that are backlit for easy visibility, 16 Q-Link controls, and an adjustable backlit LCD screen so you can see where you are at in the process at all times. The classic MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing, and MPC Transport controls are all present to keep you with the familiar MPC style workflow you may be accustomed to. Connections include XLR/TRS combo inputs, Stereo 1/4” out, stereo assignable mix 1/4” out and S/PDIF I/O, dedicated turntable outputs, two MIDI inputs and two MIDI outputs, and a four channel USB 2.0 interface with a two-port USB 2.0 hub built-in. MPC Software Akai’s exclusive MPC software makes the transition from the original box to your computer a breeze. 128-Track sequencing ability will provide you with plenty of options when cruising through the massive 6GB+ sound library, including all of the sounds from the original MPC3000. There’s instant mapping and real-time adjustment of VST plugins, and the ability to record each track as an MPC drum program, Keygroup program, or VST/AU program. The MPC Renaissance software supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX, and SND audio file types, as well as any samples and sequences from any MPC ever made. Use the software as a stand alone DAW or inside of your favorite workstation as a VST or AU plugin. The software is both Mac and PC compatible.


Features

Fuses legendary MPC production with the processing power of your computer
Vintage Mode changes output sound character to MPC3000, MPC60 and more
16 Backlit genuine MPC pads, 16 Q-Link controls, and adjustable backlit LCD screen
Classic MPC Note Repeat, MPC Swing and MPC transport controls
MPC SOFTWARE for Mac or PC with 128-track sequencing capability
Two XLR-1/4” combo inputs and dedicated turntable input
Four-channel USB 2.0 audio interface and two-port USB 2.0 hub built in
Up to eight pad banksmore than any other MPC ever
Two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs
Stereo 1/4” out, stereo assignable mix 1/4” out & S/PDIF I/O
MPC SOFTWARE
128-Track sequencing capability
Massive 6GB+ sound library, including all of the sounds of the classic MPC3000
Instant mapping and real-time adjustment of VST plug-ins
Record each track as an MPC drum program, Keygroup program or VST plug-in
Works alone as your main DAW or works seamlessly with your current studio as a VST/AU/RTAS plugin
Supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, REX and SND
Supports samples and sequences from any MPC ever made
Mac and PC-compatible


Take the old-school to the new-school, bridge the gap from analog to digital today.

SPECIFICATIONS
MPC Renaissance Controller


GENERAL
Display: 360 x 96 dot graphic LCD w/back light
Dimensions: 19-3/4" x 12-7/8" x 2-3/4"
(4.9" at max display angle)
Weight: 10.5 lb.
Power Supply: External, 12v, 2A
Power Requirement: 24W Ma
Footswitches: 2
USB Hub: 2 Port
MIDI I/O interface: 2 IN / 4 Out
SEQUENCER
Maximum events: unlimited (based on CPU)
Resolution: 960 pulses per 1/4-note
Sequences: 128
Tracks per sequence: 128
Drum pad: 16 (velocity and pressure sensitive)
Drum pad banks: 8
Sync mode: MIDI clock, MIDI Time Code
Transport Controls: MIDI Machine Control
MPC SOFTWARE
Polyphony: 64
Dynamic filtering: 1 State Variable Filter per voice
(up to 8 pole, depending on type)
Filter types: Low Pass, Band Pass, High Pass, Band Boost, Band Stop, Analog Modeling, Vocal Formant
Number of programs: 128
Memory capacity: System Dependent.
2gb Minimum / 8gb Recommended
Plugin Supported as Host: VST (Mac / PC), AU (Mac)
Plugin Formats Available to other DAWs: VST, AU (Mac Only), RTAS
EFFECTS
Program effects: 4 Insert Slots per Pad, 4 Sends to Track Effects per Pad
Track effects: 4 Inserts and 4 stereo Sends per Track
Master effect: 4 Master Effect Slots
Over 50 high-quality effects Included
Instrument Plugin Formats supported: VST (Mac / PC), AU (Mac)
Audio files supported: WAV, MP3, REX, AIFF, SND
AUDIO AND MIDI I/O
Sample rates up to 24-bit / 96kHz
Zero-latency hardware monitoring via adjustment knob
Record input (L and R): XLR/ 1/4-inch Combo x 2 balanced -40dBu, input impedance 11k ohms; RCA with PHONO preamp
Max. Input level: +10dBu
Digital Input: 24-bit RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
4 Audio Outputs: 1/4-inch phone x 4 balanced +11dBu, output impedance 1k Ohms
Max. output level: +18dBu
Phones output: 1/4-inch stereo phone x 1, 200mW / 100 ohms; 1/8-inch stereo phone x 1, 200mW / 100 ohms
Digital output: 24-bit RCA-pin x 1 S/PDIF
MIDI inputs: 5-pin DIN x 2
MIDI outputs: 5-pin DIN x 4
Footswitches: 1/4-inch x 2
Standard accessories: Power cable, Operator's manual
MINIMUM COMPUTER SPECS
Mac: 1.8GHz G4/G5 or faster (Intel® Mac recommended), 2GB RAM (4GB recommended, if supported by your computer), Mac OS X 10.4.11 (10.5 or later recommended), DVD-ROM drive
Windows: 2GHz Pentium® 4 or Celeron® compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended), 2GB RAM (4GB recommended on Windows Vista and Windows 7), Windows XP (home or Pro), Windows Vista or Windows 7, DVD-ROM drive









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