Firmware Last known revision for S900 is 1.2C. Multiple variants of 1.2 are known but the Akai S900 1.2A EPROM binaries are available for repair and updating purposes. Additional Features of v1.2 – One Shot mode (page 14 of Edit Program) – Previous Sample Bandwidth display – MIDI Program Change … Continue reading
Note: It is advisable to reference the prior companion article on Casio RZ-1 PCM sound ROM hacking for thorough understanding. An augmentation to standard sound ROM hacking is EPROM bank switching. This method provides selection of four different kits on-the-fly instead of having to physically swap out single kit chips … Continue reading
A5000 / A4000 / A3000 The Yamaha A5000 and A4000 came bundled with a set of 9 sample CD-ROMs and an additional data CD with editing utilities. A5000/4000 Tools CD-ROM Contents – XGWorks lite v3.0 – A5000/A4000 Editor – Yamaha Wave Editor TWE v2.2 – Yamaha CBX Driver – 98 … Continue reading
Sounds for Akai S1000, S1100, S3000, S5000 and S6000. Volume 1 XL – Complete S3000 & CD3000 Library A. Piano/Keyboard/Mallet B. Strings C. Brass/Wind D. Drum/Rhythm E. Percussion F. Bass/Guitar G. Voice/Organ H. Synthesizer I. Work Station J. Sample Wave Mixing K. Sample Wave Mixing L. Sound Effects M. Ethnic/Break … Continue reading
This article is currently under construction and more information will likely be added, time permitting. Support Materials MPD16 Utility Software Manual Utility Software, Drivers, and Manuals CD (came originally bundled with Akai MPD16) Scan of Akai MPD16 CD label Note: This original CD has manuals in multiple languages as well … Continue reading
