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- Page 1 Analog Filter Module...
- Page 2 WARNING!! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 1-En CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
- Page 3 • Use only a household AC power supply. Never use a DC power supply. • If water or any other liquid is spilled into or onto the MFC42, disconnect the power, and call your dealer. • Make sure that the unit is well-ventilated, and away from direct sunlight.
- Page 4 WARNING For U.K. Customers Only WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT This equipment is fitted with an approved non-rewireable UK mains plug. To change the fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: 1) Remove the fuse cover and old fuse. 2) Fit a new fuse which should be a BS1362 5 Amp A.S.T.A or BSI approved type.
- Page 5 32-En COPYRIGHT NOTICE The AKAI MFC42 contains and uses software in ROMs. This software, and all related documentation, including this OperatorOs Manual, contain proprietary information which is protected by copyright laws. All rights are reserved. No part of the software or its documentation may be copied, transferred or modified.
- Page 6 If the warranty is valid, AKAI professional will, without charge for parts or labor, either repair or replace the defective part(s). Without a valid warranty, the entire cost of the repair (parts and labor) is the responsibility of the product’s owner.
- Page 7 WARNING...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS Chapter 1 Introduction ....................1 Features ........................1 Names and functions ....................2 Front Panel ......................2 Rear Panel ......................5 Chapter 2 Basic Operation ....................6 Connections ......................6 Signal flow ....................... 6 Keywords in basic operation ................... 7 Filter operation ...................... -
Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you very much for your purchase of the MFC42. Here, you see its unique features and functions explained. Features Four 2-pole Analog Filters By the combination of four 2-pole filters, the MFC42 can be configured as 8-pole filter unit maximum. The sharp cut-off curve and powerful resonance setting allow wide range of sound making possible. -
Page 10: Names And Functions
POWER switch button Switches the MFC42 on/off. MIDI CH. key Sets the MIDI channel of the MFC42. Off, 01~16, L01~L16 (L: Local Off) The value is indicated on 7-seg LED (key flickers while setting). CC NUMBER key To confirm the CC (Control Change) numbers assigned to the keys and knobs. - Page 11 Chapter 1 Introduction 12. A knob Sets the attack time of envelope. 13. D knob Sets the decay time of envelope. 14. S knob Sets the sustain level of envelope. 15. R knob Sets the release time of envelope. 16. ENVELOPE key The BEAT Module triggers the envelope for cut-off/resonance cyclically when it’s ON (key is lit while ON).
- Page 12 Chapter 1 Introduction 31. LEVEL knobs (Mono/Stereo channels) Adjusts the output level of filter module. These are used to balance the Mono/Stereo outputs. 32. LINK key Enables to control the cut-off for both Mono and Stereo channels simultaneously. The CUTOFF knob on Mono channel controls both channels.
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Page 13: Rear Panel
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Page 14: Chapter 2 Basic Operation
Chapter 2 Basic Operation Chapter 2 Basic Operation Connections Be sure to turn all equipment off before making connections. d ˝ † · d r l b g ˝ J fl ¨ ¢ ¯ ” ‡ ¢ B Œ Æ ‰... -
Page 15: Keywords In Basic Operation
Chapter 2 Basic Operation Keywords in basic operation [Filter] As the coffee filter, it separates one to pass through and the other to block. In sound application, the Level separation is determined by their signal frequencies. This particular criterion frequency is called as “cut-off frequency”. -
Page 16: Filter Operation
OUTPUT L/R to your sound monitor system (or connect your headphones to the headphone jack, instead). While the MAIN VOLUME is turned down, turn on the rhythm machine, the MFC42 and then your monitor system in that order. (Level adjust) Adjust the level of MFC42 while playing the rhythm machine. -
Page 17: Changing The Sound
Adjusting the EQ The MFC42 is equipped with the 2-band EQ. Adjust the tone of sound to your taste with the HIGH/ LOW knobs. The operation on Stereo channel has been explained above. The operation on Mono channel is basically the same with the following few exceptions. -
Page 18: Chapter 3 Advanced Operations
The LFO stands for the Low Frequency Oscillator. The LFO waveform is used to control the pitch, level and character of sound cyclically. In the MFC42, the LFO is applied to the cut-off/resonance to change the character of sound cyclically. Also, the waveform of LFO changes the way it changes the sound character. -
Page 19: Groove Modulator
The Release time is the time between the key is released and the sound diminished. As in the above example, the envelope is often used change the sound level in time span. In the MFC42, the ADSR envelope is applied to the cut-off/resonance to change the sound character in time span. -
Page 20: Control The Cut-Off Cyclically With Groove Modulator (Tap Tempo)
Chapter 3 Advanced Operations Control the cut-off cyclically with Groove Modulator (TAP TEMPO) Cut-off control with LFO We’re going to explain how to control the cut-off by the Groove Modulator with the rhythm machine connected (stereo connection). Follow the steps below while playing back the rhythm machine. Preparation Turn on the LFO, CUTOFF and 2 POLE (Stereo channel) keys. - Page 21 Chapter 3 Advanced Operations In this set up, try changing the note length with the BEAT key or changing the LFO waveform with WAVE key. The way the sound changes is altered while still synced to the rhythm. Further, the rotation of CUTOFF and RESONANCE knobs and/or the selection of FILTER TYPE and the number of poles change the sound as well.
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Page 22: Control The Cut-Off Cyclically With Groove Modulator (Rate)
Preparation First, you need to connect the external MIDI device that can send out the MIDI clock to the MFC42 via the appropriate MIDI cable (Refer to the operator’s manual of the external MIDI device how to send the MIDI clock out.). -
Page 23: Shifting Lfo Waveform With L-R Phase
Chapter 3 Advanced Operations When receiving error occurred; • Check the cable connection. • Check the MIDI settings of the connected MIDI device. The rest of the procedure for the LFO waveform selection and its magnitude adjustment is the same as in Preparation for the TAP TEMPO settings (refer to page 12). -
Page 24: Manual Trigger
Chapter 3 Advanced Operations MANUAL TRIGGER What is Manual Trigger? The Manual Trigger is to control the cut-off/resonance by triggering the Envelope manually pressing the TRIGGER key at the desired point. The Manual Trigger triggers the Envelope only when the TRIGGER key is pressed, not like the Envelope being triggered cyclically by the Groove Modulator with the specified timing of BEAT module. - Page 25 Chapter 3 Advanced Operations Invert function This function is used with Link function. It inverts the movement of cut-off control on the Mono and Stereo channels. In another word, when the CUTOFF knob on the Mono channel is rotated to one direction, the sound of Stereo channel changes sa if its CUTOFF knob is rotated to the other direction.
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Page 26: Chapter 4 Midi Function
Recording the knob operation to sequencer Recording First, connect the MIDI OUT of the MFC42 to the MIDI IN of the external sequencer and connect the MIDI IN of the MFC42 to the MIDI OUT of the sequencer via MIDI cables. -
Page 27: Sending The Settings Via Midi
Chapter 4 MIDI Function Sending the settings via MIDI The settings (of all keys and knobs) of the MFC42 can be sent out in one go via MIDI. This is called the Send Scene function. By connecting the MIDI sequencer, the settings can be recorded and recalled. -
Page 28: Chapter 5 Connections To Others
MPC2000/XL Playback Play the sequence data back on the MPC2000/XL. When the keys and knobs are operated on the MFC42, the playback sound of Bass and Drum changes in real time. For example, you may play the Bass part on Mono channel with abrupt filter changes manually while the... - Page 29 MPC2000/XL. MPC2000/XL setting Set the MPC2000/XL to Master mode in MIDI/SYNC mode to send out the sync signal to the MFC42. Press the [MIDI/SYNC] (9) key while holding the [SHIFT] key down to open the MIDI/SYNC screen. Set the [Mode] on its right to [MIDI CLOCK].
- Page 30 4. Playback the recorded data Press the [PLAY] key to playback the recorded data. When the Bass sound changes as it did in recording, the MFC42’s data is properly recorded on the track16 (You may also check the recorded data in Step Edit mode).
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Page 31: Connecting Mpc3000
Note on recalling the recorded data The knobs and levers on the MFC42 do not move in sync to the external data. This means that the settings recalled and their actual positions may differ. -
Page 32: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Filter: LOW PASS, HIGH PASS, BAND PASS, NOTCH 2 POLE, 4 POLE, 8 POLE (Mono channel only) Effects: PHASE SHIFTER, DISTORTION Control: LFO WAVE (Triangle, Square, Sawtooth, Random), ENVELOPE GENERATOR (A, D, S, R), MIDI CLOCK SYNC (on/off) Knobs INPUT (x2), CUTOFF (x2), RESONANCE (x2), LEVEL (x2), PAN (Mono channel only), A, D, S, R, RATE, DEPTH, L-R PHASE, SPEED, DEPTH (PHASE SHIFTER),... - Page 33 Printed in China...
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