Bug reports & end-user support for Akai's MPC Software 'controllers' including the new MPC Studio 2, the MPC Touch, MPC Renaissance & original MPC Studio and MPC StudioB lack.
By hjolkie Sat Apr 28, 2012 7:19 pm
Well, at least for me it's important. Hey all, dear xparis001. As you mentioned in the previous thread, the issue of latency could be a delicate one. You wrote:

> its' all about timing clocks. using our custom midi driver, we can be
> (conservatively) 10 times faster than a standard midi USB connection.
> in reality, its closer to 15x, or thereabouts. and we can have multiple
> ports, each of which can process simultaneously, rather than linearly.
> standard class compliant controllers cant do this.

Let me rephrase my scenario. As a keyboardist, I plan to use the software ONLY in connection with my USB/MIDI controller keyboard. No sampling whatsoever. No drum pad pushing at all.

Only sequencing using the library supplied with the MPC software.

Now, with the Rennie one is able to use its MIDI IN jacks, right? So far, so good. But how about the Studio? How can I use the keyboard together with the Studio without getting into trouble latency-wise as was pointed out above and in previous posts? Many thanks for sharing your valuable insights. I appreciate it.
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By Lampdog Sat Apr 28, 2012 7:35 pm
"MIDI inputs: 5-pin DIN x 1 via TRS to MIDI breakout cable (included)
MIDI outputs: 5-pin DIN x 1 via TRS to MIDI breakout cable (included)"

Looks to be some midi breakout cables happening per the website.
So it looks like you can stay with your 5 pin dins.
By xparis001 Sat Apr 28, 2012 7:39 pm
lampdog answered it. Studio has midi in / out, and uses the custom driver the ren uses.

we use an 1/8th inch to 5 pin midi cable to save space, and yes, it comes with it.
By hjolkie Sat Apr 28, 2012 7:57 pm
Never used one before. Now I understand. This should work.
Thanx guys!
Warm regards