Akai MFC42 Operator's Manual

Analog Filter Module

Chapter 1 Introduction2Names and functions– Front Panel –1. POWER switch buttonSwitches the MFC42 on/off.2. MIDI CH. keySets the MIDI channel of the M

Chapter 1 Introduction312. A knobSets the attack time of envelope.13. D knobSets the decay time of envelope.14. S knobSets the sustain level of envelo

Chapter 1 Introduction431. LEVEL knobs (Mono/Stereo channels)Adjusts the output level of filter module. These are used to balance the Mono/Stereo outp

Chapter 1 Introduction5– Rear Panel –†@·d h~ AL rlbg˝Jfl¨¢¯”‡¢BŒ Æ ‰Œ ˝¤ ¢ª ¢‰ ¢‰ X C †¸ ”‡¢B`d˝1. MONO INInput phone jack for the Mono channel.2. STER

Chapter 2 Basic Operation6Chapter 2 Basic OperationConnectionsBe sure to turn all equipment off before making connections.STEREO(L/R)MONO OUTPHONOMIDI

Chapter 2 Basic Operation7NOTCHBAND PASSHIGH PASS LOW PASSKeywords in basic operation[Filter]As the coffee filter, it separates one to pass throughand

Chapter 2 Basic Operation8[Pole]Determines the shape of cut-off curve. The largerthe number, the sharper the curve. The soundcharacter is different wi

Chapter 2 Basic Operation9Changing the sound1. Passing the filterFirst, pass the input signal through the filter on the Stereo channel.Press 2 POLE ke

Chapter 3 Advanced Operations10Chapter 3 Advanced OperationsKeywords in advanced operation[LFO]The LFO stands for the Low Frequency Oscillator. The LF

11Chapter 3 Advanced Operations[ADSR]The ADSR stands for the Attacktime, Decay time, Sustain level andRelease time of the envelope. In theexample of k

WARNING!!To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.1-EnCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENC

Chapter 3 Advanced Operations12Control the cut-off cyclically with Groove Modulator (TAP TEMPO)Cut-off control with LFOWe’re going to explain how to c

13Chapter 3 Advanced OperationsIn this set up, try changing the note length with the BEAT key or changing the LFO waveform with WAVEkey. The way the s

Chapter 3 Advanced Operations14Up to this point, we explained how to control the cut-off using the LFO or Envelope. The same procedurecan be applied t

15Chapter 3 Advanced OperationsWhen receiving error occurred;• Check the cable connection.• Check the MIDI settings of the connected MIDI device.The r

Chapter 3 Advanced Operations16MANUAL TRIGGERWhat is Manual Trigger?The Manual Trigger is to control the cut-off/resonance by triggering the Envelope

17Chapter 3 Advanced OperationsInvert functionThis function is used with Link function. It inverts the movement of cut-off control on the Mono and Ste

Chapter 4 MIDI Function18Chapter 4 MIDI FunctionBy connecting the external MIDI device (sequencer) via MIDI, the operation of keys/knobs and/or theset

19Chapter 4 MIDI FunctionMIDI CLOCK SYNC 88 (Undefined) OFF=0, ON=127BEAT 89 (Undefined)=1, =3, =5, =7, =9, =11- 3 - 89 (Undefined)=2, =4,TRIGGER 85 (

Chapter 5 Connections to Others20Chapter 5 Connections to OthersConnecting to Keyboard as external Filter ModuleThe MFC42 can be used as the external

21Chapter 5 Connections to OthersMIDI SyncThe connection via MIDI enables to sync the LFO speed/trigger timing of Envelope to the tempo ofMPC2000/XL.M

iWARNINGWARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYSBE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:WARNINGThe MFC42 is designed to be

Chapter 5 Connections to Others223. Record the data on trackSelect the track16 to record and start playing back the MPC2000/XL.Move the CUTOFF knob (M

23Chapter 5 Connections to OthersWhen recording the settings and movement of keys and knobs on the MFC42 onto the sequencer, it isrecommended to recor

Specifications24SpecificationsFilter: LOW PASS, HIGH PASS, BAND PASS, NOTCH2 POLE, 4 POLE, 8 POLE (Mono channel only)Effects: PHASE SHIFTER, DISTORTIO

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iiWARNINGFor U.K. Customers OnlyWARNINGTHIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHEDIMPORTANTThis equipment is fitted with an approved non-rewireable UK mains plug.T

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viCONTENTSCONTENTSChapter 1 Introduction ....... 1Feature

1Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 IntroductionThank you very much for your purchase of the MFC42. Here, you see its unique features and functionsexplai