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The Akai MPC 1000 Ram upgrade can be done in a couple ways. Either get the Akai EXM128 MPC 1000 upgrade which will work for the MPC 1000 & the MPC 2500 or get 256MB PC 133 144PIN CL3 SODIMM Laptop Ram. Hynix and Kingston is recommended. However, any type Ram will work. You get cutting-edge features, including MPC Note Repeat and Swing, along with the all-new MPC Essentials software. With the included 1GB sound library, MPC Essentials empowers you with the essential sounds of modern music production, and you can easily import your own sound samples. Page 6: About This Manual.

The MPD218 is a MIDI-over-USB pad controller perfect for producers, programmers, musicians and DJ's alike. Its intuitive blend of MPC controls and technologies mesh with easy USB connectivity to bring the feel of classic beat making into the world of computer music production. This guide walks through downloading, installing and authorizing the included MPC Essentials, Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinematic Percussion.

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Plugging in the MPD218

The MPD218 is a class-compliant MIDI device. A class-compliant device is one that doesn't require extra drivers to connect your Windows or Macintosh computer. Class compliant devices use drivers which are built into the host (i.e. the computer) operating system.

1. Begin by connecting the MPD218 to a free USB port on your computer. We recommend going into the back of your computer, as this is closest to the power supply. This will provide the most power necessary to the controller for optimum performance.
   
2. After connecting the controller to your computer, Windows will install the driver necessary for the MPD218 to communicate with your computer.

Registering the MPD218

1. Launch your web browser, and go to akaipro.com.
   
2. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the page, and underneath My Account, select login or create to login to or create your account.
   
3. After your account has been accessed, you will be presented with a page that says My Products and My Product Registrations. Your registered products and related software downloads will be listed below.
   
4. We will want to select Register a product now to register.
   
5. Next, you will be presented with a screen to enter your information and register your controller.
   
6. Select the MPD218 from the dropdown menu
   
7. Make sure you enter the serial number exactly as it appears on the bottom of your controller. Important: Neglecting the '(21)' and failing to capitalize the 'A' will result in a rejected serial number.
   
8. There is no software version for this controller, so this field can be left blank.
   
9. Include your purchase date and place of purchase, then select Register Product to complete the registration.

MPC Essentials Software Download and Authorization

After successfully registering the controller, you will be presented with the serial numbers and download links for the following software:

• MPC Essentials - This is the main software that will allow you to put together sounds and samples to build drum programs and beats, or to play the provided plugins.
  
• Big Bang Drums & Big Bang Cinematic Percussion - These are your VST plugin instruments. These are drum plugins that can be run and played with your MPD218 in MPC Essentials. Follow the instructions later in this guide for information on how to install and use these plugins.
  
• MPC Essentials Sound Content -The Elements of UK Dance, Elements of House and Elements of Dystopia are packs of samples, sequences and programs that can be used to create your own beats. Each pack comes with it's own installer. Once installed, you will see the content available from your browser on the left side of the MPC Essentials software.

Start by downloading and installing MPC Essentials:

1. To install MPC Essentials, scroll down and find the latest version of the software available on your account page. Select the download for Mac or PC depending on your operating system. In this example, the latest version is 'MPC Essentials 1.8.2 Update.' Even though the download is labeled as 'Update' this will still install the full version.
   
2. After the download is complete, we will need to extract the files before installation. To do this, make sure you have an unzipping program installed on your computer and right-click in the white space of the folder in which the download is stored. After doing this, select Extract All.. to extract the files. Make sure you remember this location so we can retrieve it afterwards.
   
3. After the files are extracted, double-click on the installer to run the setup. If you downloaded the latest version as described above this should be labeled Update MPC Essentials.
   
4. Follow all of the prompts to proceed with the installation. If you receive an error stating 'Update Error: You do not have MPC software installed on your computer,' click OK and the software will proceed as normal.
   
5. Before the software installation begins, a window will appear and ask what software you would like to install. You will only need to click Install to the right of MPC Software to install MPC Essentials for your MPD218. Follow the prompts to install the software.
   
6. After the installation is completed, you will be prompted to unlock your software. Select Unlock Now to continue.
   
7. To unlock the software, make sure you're entering the serial number for MPC Essentials found within your Akai Professional account. This will be a 15-digit code containing a mixture of capital letters and numbers, preceded with a '(21)'.
   
8. You will want to make sure you're entering this number exactly as it appears in your account. To make the process easier, we recommend copy/pasting the code from your account into the software. Fill in the rest of the information and select Unlock Now.
   
9. After this, you will see a box saying you've successfully unlocked your MPC!

Congratulations, you have successfully installed the latest version of MPC Essentials!

Big Bang Drums and Big Bang Cinematic Percussion Installation Walkthrough

1. Return to your Akai Professional account, and select SONiVOX Big Bang Cinematic Percussion 2.5 and SONiVOX Big Bang Drumsto download the plugins.
   
2. After the download is complete, we will need to extract the files before installation. To do this, right-click in the white space of the folder in which the download is stored. After doing this, select Extract All.. to extract the files. Make sure you remember this location so we can retrieve it afterwards.
   
3. After the files are extracted, select Install Big Bang Cinematic Percussion to run the setup file. Note, the .bin files are a part of the installation and do not need to be run separately. Repeat this for Big Bang Drums.
   
4. Follow all of the prompts to proceed with the installation. *Please take note of this file path, as you will need to access it when you are scanning for your plugins in MPC Essentials.

Authorizing Your Big Bang Plugins

Before scanning the plugins into MPC Essentials, make sure that they are fully authorized and ready to go. The plugins will install a software called the iLok License Manager that will help keep track of your plugins and allow you to move the authorizations later on if necessary. Here's a quick and easy way to Authorize your plugins by using the ilok License Manager. Ansys free download for mac.

1. Open the iLok License Manager. You can find this in your Applications folder on your Mac and under All Programs on Windows.
   

   
   

2. In the top left corner, click on Sign-in to sign into your account. If you do not already have one, click on Sign-in and the select Create New Account in the window that appears to create your new account.
   
3. Once you have signed in, click on Licenses > Redeem Activation Code.
   

   
   

4. In the window that appears, enter the authorization code for the first Big Bang. You will find your authorization code in your Alesis user account, directly above the download links for the plugins. You can copy and paste this if you like. Click, Next once the code has been entered completely.
   

   
   

5. In the following window, choose the location where you would like iLok to store your license. For most users, we recommend to store this directly onto your computer. To do so, select the icon that represents your Mac or PC, and click Activate.
   
6. The iLok software will scan the license and will ask you to confirm one last time. Click OK and your license should be fully activated to your computer. Repeat steps 3-5 to authorize the second Big Bang plugin before proceeding.

What's Next?

Now that all of your software is installed and authorized, check out the guides below to get started using the software and making some music!

• Setup with MPC Essentials - Walks through setting up the contrroller and using the included plugins in MPC Essentials
• Setup in Ableton Live Lite - Walks through setting up the controller and using the included plugins in Ableton Live Lite

Further Technical Support

Whether you are a customer or dealer, if you already own an M-Audio product, or if you just have pre-sales questions, the M-Audio technical support team is available to help!

Visit the link below to connect with any of the following support options: online community support, phone support, email support.

The Akai MPK2 series controllers combine deep software integration, enhanced workflow, and core technologies from the iconic line of MPC workstations. The MPK225, MPK249, and MPK261 are engineered to be all-in-one controller solutions for comprehensive interfacing and manipulation of virtual instruments, effect plugins, DAWs, and more. This article walks through how to set up the MPK2 series controller with the MPC Essentials software.

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1. Virtual Instruments and Plugins

Downloading, Installing and Unlocking MPC Essentials

If you haven't already, start by creating an account at AkaiPro.com and registering your MPK225, MPK249, or MPK261 with it's included serial number. Please be sure to include the (21) and capital letter when entering the serial number. When you're ready, use the instructions below to download, install and authorize MPC Essentials.

1. To download MPC Essentials, select MPC Essentials 1.8.2 (PC) or MPC Essentials 1.8.2 (Mac) depending on your operating system. This will downlaod as a file called Update-MPC-Essentials-1.8.2.
   
2. After the download is complete, we will need to extract the files before installation. To do this, make sure you have an unzipping program installed on your computer and right-click in the white space of the folder in which the download is stored. After doing this, select Extract All.. to extract the files. Make sure you remember this location so we can retrieve it afterwards.
   
3. After the files are extracted, selec the file named Update MPC Essentials to run the setup. The software may notify you that a previous version of MPC has not been installed. Just click 'OK' to continue and the installer will install the full version of MPC Essentials.
4. Follow all of the prompts to proceed with the installation. Important: While some MPC Essentials products do require drivers, this one will not. Please ignore any prompts to install drivers.
   
5. After the installation is completed, you will be prompted to unlock your software. Select Unlock Now to continue.
   
6. To unlock the software, make sure you're entering the serial number for MPC Essentials found within your Akai Professional account. This will be a 15-digit code containing a mixture of capital letters and numbers, preceded with a '(21)'. You will want to make sure you're entering this number exactly as it appears in your account. To make the process easier, we recommend copy/pasting the code from your account into the software. Fill in the rest of the information and select Unlock Now.

   
   

7. After this, you will see a box saying you've successfully unlocked your MPC!
8. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the latest version of MPC Essentials!

Hardware Setup

1. First, connect the Akai MPK2 series controller to an available USB port on your computer using the supplied cable and power the controller on.
   
2. Press the PRESET button and use the data dial to scroll to Preset: 2 MpcEsnt1. Press the PUSH TO ENTER knob. Note: The presets, preset names, and order of presets may vary depending on the specific model.

   
   

3. Next, press the EDIT button and then tap a transport control such as STOP, PLAY or REC. Use the data dial to change the Type: to MMC. Then press the PUSH TO ENTER knob.
   
4. Press the PRESET button to get back to the main preset screen.
   
5. Press the GLOBAL button to enter the Global settings menu. Press the right arrow key until the display reads Clock Source: Use the rotary knob to select External.
   
6. Hit the right arrow key until the display reads Save Globals. Press the PUSH TO ENTER knob to save the settings. The display will flash . When this is complete, the display will read .
   
7. Press the PRESET button to return to the MpcEsnt1 preset screen.

Software Setup

1. Launch the MPC Essentials software.
   
2. Open the Preferences window in MPC Essentials. In the Audio tab, choose your Audio Device Type and Device which is dependent upon your audio interface. MAC:
   Select MPC Essentials > Preferences
   or use the key command shortcut - [Command + comma]

   PC:
   Select Edit > Preferences
   or use the key command shortcut - [Control + comma]

   
   

3. Choose the MIDI tab and activate the MPK2 series controller in the Active Midi Inputs box as shown in the image below.
   
4. Select the Sync tab from the left side of the window. Under the heading MIDI Machine Control (MMC) click on the boxes next to Receive and Send to add a check mark to each box. Also, to ensure synchronization for functions such as the Arpeggiator, choose MIDI Clock from the Send drop-down menu and the MPK249 from the To drop-down menu. Remember: MPC Essentials will need to be playing back in order to send MIDI clock to the MPK and trigger the arpeggiator.

Virtual Instruments and Plugins

Default Plugin Installation Locations

For Windows users, pay attention to the location where the 32 and 64 bit plugins are being installed. You will need to know this later on in order to scan the plugins into MPC Essentials. By default, these will install to:

AIR Hybrid 3 Default Installation Locations:

SONiVOX Twist 2 Default Installation Locations:

SONiVOX Eighty Eight Default Installation Locations:

It is common practice to put all of your plugins into a single folder in order to keep track of your plugin library, so you may want to consider changing the install location of one or both of the plugins to a single location. Note: It is ok to install both 32 and 64-bit versions to the same folder, but be aware that your DAW will only be able to recognize one and may fail the other.

Adjusting the MPC Essentials Plugin Sources

Note for Windows users only: If you have difficulty locating a plugin in your VST folder within the MPC Essentials software, be sure to check the section above and make sure MPC Essentials is scanning plugins from the correct location where your plugin is installed. To do this:

1. 1. Open the Preferences menu. Mac:
      Select MPC > Preferences..
      or use the keyboard shortcut - [Command + comma]

      Windows
      Select Edit > Preferences..
      or use the keyboard shortcut - [Control + comma]
      

   2. Choose the Plugins tab.
      
   3. Add a check to the box at the beginning of one of the rows under the heading VST Folders, then click on the browse box at the end of that row to browse to your plugin installation location.
      
   4. Click on the drop-down menu to browse and then select the correct location of your plugin. Press Open.
      
   5. Click on Rescan All, allow the MPC Essentials software to scan all plugins in the selected location and then press OK.

AIR Hybrid 3 Setup

1. Press the PRESET button and use the data dial to scroll to Preset: 3 Hybrid. Press the PUSH TO ENTER knob.
   
2. At the bottom-center of the MPC Essentials software just next to the pads, is a column of options titled SEQUENCE. Within that column, click on the drop-down menu next to TYPE and change it to Plugin.
   
3. A number of alternate options become available just below once Plugin is chosen. Click on the menu bar next to PLUGIN.
   
4. In the window that opens, click on the + (plus) button next to VST to view your available VST plugins. Locate Hybrid and click on it to highlight it. Choose Select to load Hybrid into the MPC Essentials software.

   You will notice that Hybrid populates to the menu bars.

   
   

5. To view the Hybrid 3 virtual instrument interface, click on the button labelled located next to the PLUGIN row. ?

SONiVOX Twist 2 Setup

1. Press the PRESET button and use the data dial to scroll to Preset: 4 Twist 2. Press the PUSH TO ENTER knob.
   
2. At the bottom-center of the MPC Essentials software just next to the pads, is a column of options titled SEQUENCE. Within that column, click on the drop-down menu next to TYPE and change it to Plugin.
   
3. A number of alternate options become available just below once Plugin is chosen. Click on the menu bar next to PLUGIN.
   
4. In the window that opens, click on the + (plus) button next to VST to view your available VST plugins. Locate Twist 2 and click on it to highlight it. Choose Select to load Twist 2 into the MPC Essentials software.

   You will notice that Twist 2 populates to the menu bars. Kaspersky endpoint security mac download.

   
   

5. To view the Twist 2 virtual instrument interface, click on the button labelled located next to the PLUGIN row.

Mpc Essentials Software Setup

SONiVOX Eighty Eight Ensemble 2 Setup

Note: Eighty Eight Ensemble is only provided for MPK261 users.

1. Press the PRESET button and use the data dial to scroll to Preset: 4 Twist 2. Press the PUSH TO ENTER knob.
   
2. At the bottom-center of the MPC Essentials software just next to the pads, is a column of options titled SEQUENCE. Within that column, click on the drop-down menu next to TYPE and change it to Plugin.
   
3. A number of alternate options become available just below once Plugin is chosen. Click on the menu bar next to PLUGIN.
   
4. In the window that opens, click on the + (plus) button next to VST to view your available VST plugins. Locate EightyEight 2 and click on it to highlight it. Choose Select to load EightyEight 2 into the MPC Essentials software.

   You will notice that EightyEight 2 populates to the menu bars.

   
   

5. To view the EightyEight 2 virtual instrument interface, click on the button labelled located next to the PLUGIN row.

Additional Resources

Further Technical Support

Akai Pro Mpc Essentials Software

Whether you are a customer or dealer, if you already own an Akai Pro product, or if you just have pre-sales questions, the Akai Pro technical support team is available to help!

Mpc Essentials

Visit the link below to connect with any of the following support options: online community support, phone support, email support.