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MPC500 Operator's Manual rev 1.0

Chapter 10: Recording

Recording a Sample

In this chapter, you will learn how to record from an analog external device (CD player’s analog output, microphone, etc…) so that you can

play the sound by hitting the pads.

 Preparing the recording

1. Connect the external device to the RECORD IN, which is located on the MPC500’s rear panel.

The format of the analog input of the MPC500 is a standard 1/4 inch phone jack. If your device’s format is different, you will need an

adapter.

2. Press the [MODE] button and then [PAD 4] (RECORD).

The following screen will be displayed, and the [DO IT] button's LED will start to blink.

3. Play the source. The 'Meter' field will light to show the level of your input source as shown.

4. Check the level meter on the screen and adjust the recording level using the [REC GAIN] knob.

The level meter moves according to the input level. If the meter goes too far to the right, the sound will be distorted, but if the sound level is

too low, the sample will gain a lot of noise. Set the level as high as possible without reaching the right edge (clip).

5. Press the [DO IT] button to start recording your sample. The MPC500 will be in the record ready mode, and the

screen will change as below.

This indicates that the MPC500 is waiting for the incoming signal. It starts the recording when the input signal exceeds the threshold level.

Pressing the [CANCEL] button cancels the record ready mode and resets the MPC500. Pressing the [DO IT] button again will start the

recording, even when the incoming signal does not exceed the threshold level.

6. Once recording begins, you will see the time display, showing how long the recording length is.

7. When you are satisfied with your recording, press the [DO IT] button. This will stop recording. The following will be

displayed.

In this screen, you can preview the sample you've recorded by pressing [PLAY]. You can also rename the sample on the top line using the

[DATA] wheel or typing with the Pads. You can also assign the sample to a pad. To assign the sample to a pad, simply select the pad you

would like the sample to play from. You can even select Pads in different banks by pressing the [BANK] buttons.

Note: The recorded sample will be removed when you switch the unit off. To keep the sample, you need to save on a memory card or import

it to a PC. For more information about saving the data, see the "Chapter 14: Save / Load" on page 91 or see the "Chapter 15 Connecting

the MPC500 to your computer" on page 103.

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