Akai MPC5000 & CX8 Bundle

This bundle includes the Akai MPC5000 Hip-Hop Production Centre plus a Pair of M-Audio CX8 Active Studio Monitors.

The Akai MPC5000 is the first MPC ever to include 8-track streaming hard disk recording, a 20-voice, 3-oscillator analog synthesizer with arpeggiator, a new sequencing engine with 960 ppq resolution, pad and track muting and mixing, 64 continuous sample tracks.

The AKAI MPC5000 features a 64-voice drum/phrase sampler with 64MB memory ? expandable up to 192MB. The display is twice the size of the MPC2500 and MPC1000 so waveforms appear crystal-clear. Integrated Chop Shop 2.0 now supports stereo chops and Patched Phrases.

The MPC 5000 is also the first MPC to include Random and Cycle sample playback in addition to velocity Zone Play. A turntable preamp is also included. There's even a new FX engine with 4 FX buses and 2FX per bus.

The Akai MPC 5000's virtual analog synth eliminates need for external analog synth modules or buggy software based synthesizers. The new 8-track direct to disk recorder lets you produce your whole song in the Akai MPC5000 and then mix it down with the internal sequenced programs and any input thru material. Over 650MB of premium-quality sounds from Loopmasters are included to get you up and running with pro-quality production in seconds.

Akai MPC5000 main features include:

• 64-voice drum/phrase sampler with 64MB memory built-in. Expandable up to 192MB RAM
• Three-oscillator virtual analog synth engine with built-in arpeggiator
• Over 300 Virtual Analog synth presets included
• Eight tracks of Direct-to-Hard Disk recording
• Over 40 all new effects available within a modular 4-bus effects processor
• Master compressor and equalizer
• Built-in hard disk drive
• Optional CD-R/DVD drive
• USB 2.0 port for computer connectivity
• CF Type-2 card slot (up to 2GB)
• Chop-Shop 2.0 - slices a stereo loop into individual samples with automatic pad assignment
• Patched Phrases - creates multiple splits in looped samples to ensure proper tempo sync without changing pitch
• Continuous Sample Track - ensures samples play in perfect sync no matter where you start the beat in a loop
• 12 Q-link controllers for internal automation, external MIDI control and quick parameter editing
• 240 x 128 hinged backlit LCD
• 10 built-in analog outputs, plus 8 ADAT-optical outputs and stereo S/PDIF IO
• Powerful new multimode filter
• Two MIDI inputs and Four MIDI outputs
• Turntable phono inputs with RIAA pre-amp
• XLR / 1/4" combo jacks with selectable mic/line levels
• Sample library provided by Loopmasters.com
• Dimensions [W x D x H]: 18" x 16 1/16" x 3 3/8 (6 7/8 with screen at max)
• Weight: 18.2 lbs

The M-Audio CX8 Studiophile Active Studio Monitor combines proprietary driver designs, custom waveguides, seamless crossover integration and advanced Acoustic Space controls.

The M-Audio Studiophile CX8 Active Studio Reference Monitor features excellent off-axis response, minimal distortion, an expansive soundstage and the flexibility to adapt to any production space. The Studiophile CX8 monitor brings exceptionally accurate monitoring to any acoustic environment.

The CX8 components are designed to work together so that the entire system has superior headroom, resulting in lower high-frequency distortion and reduced listener fatigue compared to other monitors in its class. The bi-amplified design dedicates 80 watts for the lows and 40 watts for the highs. The low-frequency driver’s venting and large voice coil provides both thermal and acoustic headroom.

The high-frequency driver features an optimized, sealed rear chamber for more audible headroom, as well as lower frequency extension for greater mid-range clarity. These factors also contribute to a more uniform response at a variety of listening levels—allowing you to work longer without fatiguing your speakers or your ears.

Custom OptImage IV waveguide design improves overall detail and clarity. It also controls the dispersion pattern of the mids and highs, offering a much wider soundstage than traditional waveguides. As a result, the CX8 monitor delivers an accurate, detailed representation of your mix with a remarkably broad sweet spot.

The Studiophile CX8 monitor offers Acoustic Space controls for tailoring each speaker to your room. Acoustic Space settings include -4dB, -2dB and Flat—and the monitor also features LF Cutoff, MF Boost and HF Trim switches for additional customization. These settings help to optimize frequency response within even the most difficult acoustic environments.

The CX8 monitor delivers cohesive sound—from solid bass, to well-defined mids, to smooth, transparent highs. Featuring a high-grade damping surround, the premium, Kevlar, low-frequency driver maximizes excursion to provide a clear, articulate low end with a bass impact you’d expect from a larger enclosure. The silk-dome, high-frequency driver with oversized 1.25-inch voice coil delivers an exceptional high-frequency response up to 30kHz.

The M-Audio Studiophile CX8 Main Features Include:

• 1.25-inch, silk-dome, high-frequency driver with oversized voice coil and rear chamber
• 8-inch, Kevlar, long-excursion, low-frequency driver with high-damping rubber surround
• Acoustic Space controls optimize frequency response for your production space
• Bi-amplified, class A/B amplifier with external heat sink, recessed mounting and 14-gauge wiring to the transducers: 80 Watt RMS for lows / 40 Watt RMS for highs
• Contoured front baffle with integral OptImage IV waveguide
• Balanced combo input (XLR and 1” TRS); RCA unbalanced input
• Power and volume controls
• Ultra-solid, 1-inch front and rear MDF baffles and .75-inch MDF wrap with optimized internal bracing
• Rear-firing port with internal flare to minimize air turbulence
• Elegant lacquer paint with soft-touch painted faceplate
• Recessed amplifier mounting
• Extensive protection—RF interference, output current limiting, over-temperature, turn on/off transient, subsonic filter and external mains fuse
• Frequency response:

38Hz to 30kHz (+/- 3dB) (0 degrees, on tweeter axis)
Low-frequency response: -10dB at 28Hz
Low-frequency response: -3dB at 38Hz
High-frequency response: -3dB at 30kHz on tweeter axis

• Off-axis linear frequency response: spatially averaged +/-15o vertically, +/-30o horizontally
• Rear-panel trim controls:

High-frequency trim: +2dB, 0dB, -2dB above 3kHz
Mid-frequency boost in/out: 2dB centered at 2kHz with a low Q bandwidth
Low-frequency cutoff: flat, 60Hz and 80Hz
Acoustic space: 0dB, -2dB and -4dB above 200Hz

• Crossover frequency: 2700Hz

Akai MPC5000 & CX8 Bundle (code 74077)
MPC5000 Flagship Hip-Hop Production Centre plus a Pair of M-Audio CX8 Active Studio Monitors [UXB]
£1,731.00 (inc vat)