Advanced SD sample recorder and player with 16 backlit velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads that allows triggering sound samples stored on standard SD or SDHC cards. While the hyper-responsive trigger pads and backlit display make tapping into the sample library a simple task, the integrated audio inputs empower for addition. Two 1/4" (6.3mm) jacks allow connection of the studio gear or other sound sources to the device for sample capture. On-board editing tools provide sample trimming and pad assignment for immediate synergy into a production or performance. Headphone jack can be used to monitor the captures, while 1/4" main outs allows sending the audio to a mixer, monitors, a recording interface etc. A built-in mic with a dedicated Record Gain provide immediate sample capture for those times when inspiration strikes.The full-size rear-panel USB port allows for dragging & dropping the samples from the computer and even to use the device as an SD card reader/writer. The USB connection also provides a pipeline for MIDI data, enabling sample triggering from your DAW or computer-based sequencer. A 5-pin MIDI input means SD samples may be triggered from any MIDI-enabled gear such as keyboards, pad controllers, synths and electronic drums. A 5-pin MIDI output lets the sample player function as a dynamic pad controller for layering wide-ranging sound sources. With the included Akai Pro MPX File Conversion Utility software (free download), managing computer-based samples and moving them to the SD card is intuitive. This software converts sound files into .WAV format for seamless playback on the device. Samples may be edited from the on-board sample processor; tuning, pad groups, envelopes, sample trimming, panning, and volume are tweak-able. Sample player’s compact footprint means it is at home on a table-top, music stand, lap, tray-table or in the backpack en route to the studio. Solid Akai Pro design and industry-leading pads ensure it stands up to the daily use. SD and SDHC cards sold separately.