Akai DPS12 Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 13)

Chapter 1: Outline of the DPS12

This chapter describes the features of the DPS12 and the name of its parts and functions. It also describes the

DPS12’s unique conceptual design and operating method. Akai recommends that you read this chapter thoroughly

even though you may already be quite familiar with multitrack recorders and mixing consoles.

Features of the DPS12

The DPS12 has the following features:

• The DPS12 includes a hard disk recorder that enables you to perform 12-track recording/playback, and a 20-

channel digital mixer. You can record and mix down on a single DPS12 as if you were using a multitrack

recorder.

• The DPS12 provides you with 12 recording/playback tracks (physical tracks) and 250 data storage tracks

(virtual tracks). Switching among virtual tracks that are assigned to physical tracks allows you to record

multiple takes of the same part or phrase and later select the best take for mixdown.

• The mixer section is fully loaded with EQ, Pan, two AUX sends, and Level capabilities. In addition to 12

TRACK MIX channels that control the output from the recorder tracks, 8 THRU MIX channels are available to

directly control input signals from the INPUT jacks.You can mix down the signal from a connected synthe-

sizer, tone module, and/or external effect processor while playing back 12 tracks on the recorder section.

• A JAZ drive can be installed for removable media. Switching JAZ disks will expand the available recording

space without limits. Up to 1GB of data can be continuously recorded.

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NOTE :

This manual has been prepared based on the unit with Jaz drive installed internally. If your unit

is not equipped with Jaz drive, read Jaz drive in the manual as an appropriate drive connected.

• Up to six external hard disks and/or MO drives can be connected to the SCSI connector for backup and

recording.

• Connecting a MIDI device, such as a MIDI sequencer, allows for sync master or slave operation. Using MMC

(MIDI Machine Control) also enables you to remote-control the DPS12 from a connected external device.

• Up to 100 locate points in songs can be named and stored. You can immediately jump to any specified locate

point with an easy operation. A “Quick Locate function” that assigns locate points to the keys on the front

panel is also available.

• The DPS12 offers an improved and integrated edit function. You can specify track(s) to edit, and the range of

various editing operations, such as Copy & Paste, Cut & Paste, and Copy & Insert.

• The DPS12 is equipped with a scene memory that stores mix settings. You can create several mix configura-

tions with different balance and EQ settings. You can also adjust the mix-related parameters via MIDI. Com-

bining this with a MIDI sequencer will enable a mix automation.

• Installing an optional effect board, EB2M, will provide you with two-channel, internally-connected digital

effects. This enables you to handle all signals, from recording through the application of effects to mixdown, in

the digital domain.

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