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Akai Professional Force MPC Live MPC X Splice Integration Ā Ā Ā NEW Akai FORCE: PLAY. PERFORM. PRODUCE Redefine your expectations. Force blurs the lines between contemporary music production solutions and next-generation DJ performance technology setting the precedence for a new industry standard. Fusing clip-launching step sequencing sampling synth engines and tactile touch screen control into a standalone performance-driven device Force combines must-have modern functionality with an ultra-intuitive workflow that harnesses your creativity for maximum expressive capability. New 3.1 Update: 3 New plugin instruments Solina Odyssey and Mellotron New AIR Vocal Insert Effect Suite with Automatic Vocal Tuning AIR Doubler and AIR Harmonizer Plugins Disk Streaming: Audio files can now be streamed from disk Class-Compliant Audio Interface Support New MIDI file Compatibility enabling MIDI file loading 7 New Insert Effects such as Half Speed Diode Clipper and Stutter Drum and Keygroup Engine Enhancements including Akai Pro Sample Tail Dedicated Pitch Envelope and Keygroup Portamento 10 New Drum Pad Effects including Ringmod Bitcrush Decimator and more New functionality to Buses (SubmixesReturnsMasters) including Automation Automatic sample Key Detection Force update 3.0.6 - Introducing DrumSynth Don't settle for stock drum libraries your drum sounds should be as unique as your production. With 3.0.6 FORCE arms the production community with a groundbreaking selection of 8 synth engines powering 9 incredible DrumSynth plugins. Packed with must-have contemporary sounds and backed by powerful sound generators driven by all-new FM synthesis analogue physical modelling and sample based algorithms every synthesised drum sound the modern producer should have at their disposal is here. DrumSynth empowers FORCE users with powerful synthesis incredible presets and precise sound design sculpting capabilities to develop their own unique sounds. Like all FORCE instruments DrumSynth plugins harness the refined tactile touch user interface for an inspiring easy-to-use workspace that accelerates workflow and puts the control you demand only a touch away The 8 engines include Kick Snare Clap Hi-Hat Crash Ride Tom and Percussion. Additionally all the engines can be accessed in one multi mode instrument for a powerful combination program. Fuse this with built in sound effects including a transient shaper tuning EQ compression delay reverb and more and DrumSynth is poised to supercharge the FORCE workflow and elevate your creative process even higher. Live Control seamless integrationĀ- You can now control Ableton Live using your Force. The Force comes pre-mapped to Ableton Live 10.1.2 or later for an instant performance and production setup. For cable-less operation your Force can control Ableton over a Wi-Fi network. For a more tightly controlled setup connect an ethernet cable between your Force and computer. Force provides an unparalleled level of Ableton integration within a standalone device. The Forces Live Control mode has been carefully designed to allow you to instantly switch between standalone operation and Live Control mode without ever stopping playback.Ā Live Control getting started - To enter Live Control mode pressĀMENUĀand chooseĀLIVE CONTROLĀ The touch user interface (TUI) is divided into three tabs of operation : MatrixĀ- Touch the Matrix icon or press the MATRIX Button to enter the Matrix tabĀ MixerĀ- Touch the Mixer icon or press the MIXER Button to enter the Mixer tab DeviceĀ- Touch the Device icon or press the CLIP Button to enter the Device tab To exit Live Control mode pressĀMENUĀand choose a Force mode Multi-Touch Display The heart of your Force experience. Launch Clips browse your sounds edit MIDI data manipulate samples apply XYFX sculpt synth sounds and much more all from Forces 7-inch full colour capacitive multi-touch display. Command Experience total control of your performance. Navigate your project control clipscene playback and access critical mix control (mutesolocue) right from the hardware with Forces ergonomically-positioned controls. Matrix Tactile control for an unrestricted creative flow. Trigger scenesclips step sequence finger drum in MPC 16 Pad Mode and play note data with an expandable 8x8 clip launch matrix with radiant RGB backlighting. Control Discover new ways to enhance your performance via 360-degree rotary encoders with OLED feedback smart assignments and multiple modes provide immediate real-time access to all core controls or link to any assignable parameter for a truly customised experience. Capture and playback any changes with real-time FX automation.. The Ins Load your samples from either USB Thumb Drives or SD Cards theres even a dedicated SATA drive bay for internal storage expansion. Capture audio with (2) XLRĀ-inch combo inputs with phantom power switchable to lineinstrument level. The Outs Route your audio to two stereo Ā-inch outputs selectable per track within Forces UI. Use the headphone out as a cue bus to audition clips scenes. Take control of your modular gear with four independent CVGate outputs and unite your peripheral MIDI equipment courtesy of MIDI InOutThrough ports. Ā No Limits Media Sources Access massive music libraries from four USB inputs one SD and an under-panel 2.5-inch built-in SATA drive bay. Use any one of these media sources to record your full DJ set performance With USB Keyboard support for optimised track browsing and playback facilities for uncompressed audio formats (FLAC ALAC WAV) Prime 4 caters for your entire music collection with connectivity that guarantees immediate hassle-free access to your library. Mix Blend and Shape Your Sound Pro-club mixer with four channel line faders each with 3-band EQ and gain to shape your mix; plus all four inputs are assignable to the switchable linephono inputs. A replaceable Denon DJ crossfader completes this performance driven package 8 Performance Trigger Pads Remix whole tracks and beat juggle with super-responsive hot cue control then split up bars and beats with quantize-locked Rolls Slicer and advanced Looping too Dual-Function Sweep FX and Filter Engage just one single encoder for tactile sound manipulation with dynamic FX and elegant filter control. Timestretch and Key-Matching Audio Class-leading production-quality Timestretch algorithm allows DJs to perform pitch locked extreme track tempo changes and matchshift harmonic musical keys live in the mix - the ultimate in standalone Open Format DJing flexibility. Built to Last Built to Perform Prime 4 is built on the legacy of 25+ years of superb Denon DJ audio engineering and manufacturing excellence with rugged metal build quality and detailed pristine 24-bit Denon DJ audio. Nothing sounds looks or performs like the Prime 4 standalone4-channel DJ System. With no existing feature-comparable competitor unit on the market right now the Prime 4 is affordable DJ technology that is light years ahead of any existing product. Visualise the Show with Prime 4 Using Prime 4s StagelinQ connection Mobile Event and Club DJs now can easily create impactful visually dynamic lighting and video scenes via Denon DJs partnerships with Soundswitch Timecode and Resolume. Engine Prime Music Management Import your digital music collections effortlessly from iTunes Serato DJ Pro Native Instruments Traktor Pro and Rekordbox using both Denon DJs free Engine Prime music management software and the Prime 4 itself. Ā PLAY The ultimate side-cart and a solo centrepiece in its own right. Force provides the pinnacle in liberated performance capability that roots your focus on delivering the ultimate performance whatever your next set demands. PERFORM At the heart of Force is an intuitive clip-centric workflow that forms the creative core of your performance. Combine multiple Modes with Plugin Tracks MPC-Style Drum tracks Audio tracks Keygroup tracks MIDI tracks and CV tracks to define clip types then sculpt clips via step sequencing drum pad performances and note data. PRODUCE The ultimate creative sketchpad. Under the hood Force provides musicians of all disciplines DAW-centric capability for an immersive creative experience without limitation. Ā Key Features: Standalone no computer required 8x8 clip launch matrix with RGB LEDs 7 full colour capacitive multitouch display Micinstrumentline inputs 4 outputs MIDI InOutThru 4 configurable CVGate outputs Remix mash-up DJ and produce with 6 track types for complete audioMIDICV sequencing and performance capability Performance Modes including 16-Pad Drums Notes Smart Scales Chords Progressions MPC Sample Editing Automatic BPM detection real-time time-stretching and pitch-shifting 8 touch-sensitive knobs with graphical OLED displays 4 powerful fully-editable synth engines 16GB of on-board storage (over 10GB of sound content included) Full-Size SD card slot 2 USB 3.0 slots for thumb drives or MIDI controllers User-expandable 2.5 SATA drive connector (SSD or HDD)
