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Common AKAI S1000 Questions
How do I configure the S1000 to receive MIDI data from my sequencer or keyboard?
First, connect a MIDI cable from your sequencer's MIDI Out to the S1000's MIDI In. Then, in the S1000's Global menu, set the MIDI channel to match the transmit channel of your sequencer.
How do I save my samples, programs, and multi-timbral setups on the S1000?
Samples, programs, and multi-timbral setups are saved to a floppy disk using the 'Disk' menu; select 'Save' and choose the appropriate file type (sample, program, or multi). Always verify the disk after saving!
What is the basic workflow for loading a sample and playing it across the keyboard?
Load the sample from disk using the 'Disk' menu, then create or load a program. Assign the loaded sample to a key range within the program using the program edit functions.
My S1000 is displaying a 'Disk Error' message. What should I do?
First, try a different floppy disk, ensuring it's properly formatted for the S1000. If the problem persists, the floppy drive might be faulty and need cleaning or replacement.
What are the key features unique to the S1000 for manipulating my samples?
The S1000 offers advanced looping capabilities with forward/backward and alternating loop modes, time-stretching (though limited), and digital filtering for shaping the sound of your samples.