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Common AKAI S5000 Questions
How do I configure the AKAI S5000 to receive MIDI clock and notes from my DAW?
Go to the 'MIDI' menu, set 'MIDI Clock Source' to 'External', and ensure the S5000's MIDI channel matches your DAW's MIDI output channel. You also need to enable MIDI Thru if you want MIDI to pass through to other devices.
Where are patterns, presets, and kits saved on the AKAI S5000, and how do I back them up?
Patterns, presets, and kits are typically saved to the internal RAM or an optional external SCSI drive; Backups require saving to a SCSI drive or using a MIDI Sample Dump transfer to a computer using a MIDI utility program.
What's the most efficient way to loop a sample on the S5000 and ensure a smooth transition?
Use the 'Loop' edit page under the 'Sample' menu to set loop start and end points, and then use the 'Xfade' function to create a crossfade loop for a seamless transition, adjusting the crossfade length to taste.
My S5000's screen is displaying a 'Disk Error' message. What could be the cause and how can I fix it?
A 'Disk Error' usually indicates a problem with the SCSI drive or its connection; check the SCSI cable, terminator, and drive power, and ensure the drive is properly formatted and compatible with the S5000.
How can I use the AKAI S5000's powerful filter section to shape the sound of my samples?
Access the 'Filter' section in the 'Program' edit menu to select a filter type (low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, etc.), adjust cutoff frequency, resonance, and filter envelope parameters to sculpt the sample's tone.