MINIAK - Hi-fi system AKAI - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Virtual analog synthesizer
Brand	AKAI
Model	MINIAK
Power Supply	AC adapter (power cable included)
Audio Connectivity	Stereo L/R outputs, microphone input, headphone jack, sustain input, expression input
MIDI Connectivity	MIDI input/output (not specified but likely)
Main Controls	MOD1, MOD2 wheels, PITCH wheel, X/Y/Z potentiometers, OCTAVE buttons, TAP TEMPO, PHRASE ARP, LATCH ARP, PATTERN PLAY
Operating Modes	Programs, Rhythms, Sequences, Multi
Advanced Functions	Arpeggiator, riff recording, parameter editing, controller assignment
Included Accessories	Directional microphone, user guide, reference guide, safety booklet
Display	LCD screen for navigation and parameters
Safety	Detailed instructions in the provided booklet

Frequently Asked Questions - MINIAK AKAI

How to connect the Miniak to an amplifier?

Use two audio cables to connect the left and right outputs of the Miniak to the inputs of the amplifier or mixing console.

How to use the included directional microphone?

Plug the microphone into the MIC input on the rear panel. Note that the microphone is set to bypass mode if the left audio input is used.

How to change the program category?

Hold down the [PROGRAMS] button while pressing the corresponding white key on the keyboard to select a category.

How to save a modification in the Miniak?

After making changes, the [STORE] button lights up. Press it to save the changes to the current program.

How to reset the default octave range?

Press both [OCTAVE] buttons (DOWN and UP) simultaneously to return to the default range C3 to C6.

How to assign a parameter to a rotary potentiometer (X/Y/Z)?

In parameter edit mode, hold down the DATA button and turn the desired potentiometer to assign it.

What does the 'Multi' mode do?

The Multi mode allows using several Programs, Rhythms, and Sequences simultaneously. The left part of the keyboard plays the full sequence, the right part triggers individual drum sequences.

How to adjust the tempo manually?

Tap the [TAP TEMPO] button at the desired tempo. For precise adjustment, hold the button and turn the DATA knob.

How to use the LATCH ARP function?

Press [LATCH ARP] to sustain the notes played even after releasing the keyboard. Press again to deactivate.

Can I connect an expression pedal?

Yes, plug a progressive expression pedal into the EXPRESSION input on the rear panel. The Miniak automatically detects and calibrates the pedal at startup.

USER MANUAL MINIAK AKAI

• Safety Instructions & Warranty Information Booklet

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

graph TD
    A["Stereo Amp"] --> B["Headphones"]
    C["External Instrument"] --> D["AKAI MINIAK professional"]
    E["Power"] --> F["Expression Pedal"]
    F --> G["Footswitch"]
    G --> H["External Sound Module"]
    H --> I["External MIDI Device"]
    J["Gooseneck Microphone"] --> K["External Instrument"]

CONNECTING AC POWER

Before making any power connections, make sure the Miniak's power switch is turned off. Then, plug the power adapter into the Miniak's power input and into a power outlet.

MAKING AUDIO CONNECTIONS

STEREO: Connect two cables from the Miniak's left and right outputs to two inputs of an amp or mixer.

HEADPHONES: Plug a set of headphones into the headphone jack on the rear panel.

CONNECTING THE FOOT PEDALS

Connect a keyboard sustain pedal (not included) to the (SUSTAIN) input. When you turn the Miniak on, the Miniak will automatically sense and calibrate itself to the pedal.

You can plug an optional continuous controller expression pedal into the (EXPRESSION) input.

OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROLS

REAL-TIME CONTROLLERS

Despite its small size, the Miniak has six powerful real-time controllers. These controls put the incredible expressivity of virtual analog synthesis at your fingertips.

1. (MOD1) and (MOD2) wheels: The (MOD1) wheel generally adds vibrato. (MOD2) most often sweeps the filter.
2. (PITCH) wheel: The (PITCH) wheel typically raises or lowers the pitch by a whole step, allowing you to gently or heavily detune your sound.
3. (X/Y/Z) knobs: The (X/Y/Z) knobs have different effects depending upon the program.

PERFORMANCE CONTROLS

The performance buttons are clustered together to the left of the display.

1. [OCTAVE]: Extend the Miniak's playing range by using the two [OCTAVE] buttons. Each press of the [DOWN] or [UP] button shifts the transposition by one octave. The appropriate button glows with increasing intensity as the octave transposition increases.
2. [TAP TEMPO]: The [TAP TEMPO] LED always blinks at the current tempo. Tap this button at the desired rate to determine the tempo. (For finer control, you can also hold down [TAP TEMPO] and turn the control knob.)
3. [PHRASE ARP]: Use [PHRASE ARP] to capture and play back riffs that you play on the keyboard.
4. [LATCH ARP]: [LATCH ARP] acts like a sustain pedal. When [LATCH ARP] is selected, notes continue to play even after you remove your hands from the keyboard. Press [LATCH ARP] a second time to turn the function off.
5. [PATTERN PLAY]: [PATTERN PLAY] works along with Multis. When [PATTERN PLAY] is glowing, the accompaniment feature is active, allowing you to trigger Sequences and Rhythms within Multi Mode. When [PATTERN PLAY] is not glowing, all sequencing features are disabled, and the Miniak only plays the keys you press.
6. MIC INPUT: Connect the included gooseneck microphone to this input. (Note that the microphone will be bypassed when the left audio input is being used.)

PROGRAM CONTROLS

The Program Control buttons access the Miniak's four different modes: Programs, Rhythms, Sequences, and Multi. Press one of the buttons to enter its mode. Then spin the DATA DIAL for different sounds.

1. PROGRAMS: Programs are the heart of the Miniak – its lead, bass, drum, pad, and other virtual analog sounds. To jump to a Program category, hold down the [PROGRAMS] button while pressing the appropriate white key on the keyboard. The "recent" category remembers the most recent Programs you've used. Add a Program to the "faves" category by pressing the DATA DIAL twice.
2. RHYTHMS: Drum grooves comprised of one or more drum sounds, each playing its own rhythm. Play the left side of the keyboard to hear the complete groove. Trigger individual drums using the keys on the right side.
3. SEQUENCES: Melodic passages that you can compose and then trigger chromatically, beginning on any key.
4. MULTI: The Miniak's most powerful and sophisticated mode, simultaneously combining multiple programs, rhythms, sequences, and more into powerful and expressive combinations.

DATA & VOLUME CONTROLS

1. DATA DIAL: This dial can also be used to increment and decrement values and settings.
2. VOLUME KNOB: Adjusts the Miniak's master volume level.
3. [CONFIG]: The Miniak's configuration options. Global transposition and tuning, keyboard velocity curve, MIDI settings, and more.
4. [STORE]: The [STORE] button lights when you have made edits. Press it to save your changes.
5. LCD: The display is used for navigating menus, displaying data, and affecting change on Miniak's options and parameters.

SHORTCUTS

PRESS-AND-HOLD SHORTCUTS FOR THE PROGRAM CONTROLS

Hold down one of the [PROGRAMS], [RHYTHMS], [SEQUENCES] or [MULTI] buttons while playing the keyboard to access various editing and selection shortcuts.

The text printed just above the keyboard provides a key to many of these shortcuts.

graph TD
    A["Select a category"] --> B["Edit this parameter for the current Program"]
    C["Select a category for the most recent part"] --> D["Edit part A-G Edit beat A-C"]
    E["Select a category for the current Sequence's Program"] --> F["(no shortcut)"]
    G["(no shortcut)"] --> H["Edit drum A-G"] --> I["(no shortcut)"]
    J["Multi"] --> K["Edit part A-G Edit beat A-C"]
    L["Sequences"] --> M["(no shortcut)"]
    N["Rhythms"] --> O["(no shortcut)"]

MODE-JUMPING SHORTCUTS

Access each of these shortcuts by holding one of the [PROGRAMS], [RHYTHMS], [SEQUENCES] or [MULTI] buttons and then pressing one of the other buttons.

[PROGRAMS]

Press [MULTI]: set the most recent part's Program. Press [SEQUENCES]: set the Sequence's Program. Press [RHYTHMS]: set the most recent drum's Program (for drum Programs only).

[MULTI]

Press [PROGRAMS]: jump to the most recent part's Program. Press [SEQUENCES]: jump to the Sequence of the most recent part (if any). Press [RHYTHMS]: jump to the Rhythm of the most recent beat (if any).

[SEQUENCES]

Press [PROGRAMS]: jump to the Sequence's Program. Press [MULTI]: set the most recent part's Sequence. Press [RHYTHMS]: (no shortcut).

[RHYTHMS]

Press [PROGRAMS]: jump to the Program of the most recent drum. Press [MULTI]: set the most recent beat's Rhythm. Press [SEQUENCES]: (no shortcut).

OTHER SHORTCUTS

In most areas, pressing the control knob twice (double-click) restores the default value.

Button-specific shortcuts:

[OCTAVE]: Press both [OCTAVE] buttons simultaneously to return to the default octave range of C3 through C6.

[TAP TEMPO]: Hold [TAP TEMPO] and turn the control knob for fine control over the tempo.

[PROGRAMS]: When editing a parameter, hold down the control knob and wiggle an (X/Y/Z) knob to assign the knob to that parameter.

[MULTI]: For each part, hold down [MULTI] and move a slider or the pitch wheel to jump to the controller assignment options for that part. Do the same with the (X/Y/Z) knobs.

EDITING ON THE MINIAK

Right out of the box, the Miniak offers all the great sounds and operation that most users will ever want. But, if you're a "power user," you'll find a wealth of easy-to-access editing capabilities.

To dig deep into the Miniak's capabilities, push the DATA DIAL to edit the parameters associated with the current operating mode (Programs, Multi, Sequences, Rhythms, or Config). The current mode's light will glow red once you begin editing.

Turn the DATA DIAL to cycle through various parameters. Push and turn the DATA DIAL to edit; push once more to accept your changes.

The [STORE] button lights when you have made edits. Press it to save your changes.

Push the DATA DIAL twice in quick succession to reset a parameter to its default (factory) value.

For much more detail on editing, see the Reference Manual.

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REAL-TIME CONTROLLER

Synthesis: Virtual analog (subtractive), noise generator, FM

Polyphony: Up to 8 voices

Timbrality: Up to 8 parts

Oscillators: 3 per voice with continuously variable waveshapes, sync, linear and exponential FM, Ring Mod, routable modulation matrix per voice

Filters: 2 multi-mode resonating filters per voice with 16 filter types

Modulation: 2 LFOs with multiple wave shapes, sample and hold, tracking generator, freely-routable modulation matrix per voice

Effects: 4 drive effects, 1 per part; master effects

Sequencing: Step sequencer, arpeggiator, drum machine/rhythm sequencer, and phrase sequencer

Program memory: Up to 1,000 programs and multi-timbral setups

Velocity sensitive: Yes

Keyboard: 37-key, semi-weighted

External control: MIDI in/out/thru

Inputs: 2 balanced 1/4" TRS, mic

Outputs: 2 balanced 1/4" TRS, 1/4" TRS headphone

Pitch wheel, two assignable Q-Link modulation wheels, X, Y, and Z parameter Controls: knobs, pattern play, phrase arpeggiator, latch arpeggiator, keyboard octave, tap tempo, program controls, data push-knob, config, store, master volume

Pedal Inputs: Assignable expression pedal, sustain pedal

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