*Upgraded* Akai Professional Roger Linn ASQ10 Midi Sequencer with Vimana 3.15B5

Here is a list of some of the advanced features of the ASQ10:

• Both linear and pattern style (song mode) recording are supported.
• Both "drum machine" style features and sequencer-oriented features are integrated into one universal, easy to use operating system.
• 60,000 note sequencer capacity
• 99 sequences may be held in memory at once. Each sequence contains 99 individual tracks, each of which may be output to any one or two midi channels.
• The "2nd Sequence" feature allows two sequences to play simultaneously. For example, you play a short, looped drum sequence while simultaneously recording your long multi-track keyboard sequence.
• 4 independent midi output ports permit 64 output midi channels.
• 7 sync modes, including SMPTE, Midi Time Code, midi clock, midi song pointer, FSK, pulse wave, and sync to 1/4 note metronome clicks.
• SMPTE chase operates without any delays.
• 2 record modes: "Record" (erasing while recording) and "Overdub" (add notes to existing track) may be switched between at any time.
• Sequences may be looped, and recording is possible with real-time timing correction while loop is on. Also, a sequence may be set to loop back to any bar once the end is reached, not just the beginning of the sequence.
• "Step edit" feature allows very fast viewing, recording, editing or deletion of any event within a sequence
• Versatile editing system allows copying, merging, inserting, deleting of any sequence data.
• Each track has an output level adjustment, allowing the output velocities to be scaled in real time while playing.
• The velocity or duration values of a group of notes within a track may now be changed globally.
• All 16 midi channels may be recorded simultaneously, allowing sequences to be transferred into the ASQ10 in one pass.
• Sequence data may be "shifted" forward or backward in time.
• "Edit loop" feature allows a portion of a sequence to be looped while overdubbing for fast editing, and allows changes to be "undone"
• Sequences may be transposed, either in real time while playing or by altering note data.
• "Tap tempo" key allows playing tempo to be set by tapping a key in the time of 2 1/4 notes.
• Programmable tempo changes, in mid-sequence or mid-song, are supported. Time signature changes, in mid-sequence or mid-song, are supported.
• "Auto punch" feature allows automatic punch-in and punch-out at preset times within the sequence.
• 2 foot switch inputs allow functions such as PLAY/STOP and
• PUNCH IN/OUT to be remotely controlled.
• Current position within sequence is always displayed in both bar.beat.clock and SMPTE position.
• 2 mergeable midi inputs
• Timing correction feature maintains original note duration, providing faithful reproduction of original performance, but without timing errors.
• "Shuffle" feature provides a useful method of adjusting the "feel" of the timing of your tracks.
• Timing correction only affects notes- pitch bend and other controllers are recorded as played.
• "Note repeat" feature allows for easy programming of rolls and repeated notes.
• Midi "sustain pedal" messages are specially processed so that multiple overdubs on the same track of a sequence may have independent uses of the sustain pedal without interaction.
• A specific Midi PROGRAM CHANGE event may be assigned to any track, and is automatically sent out when the sequence is selected.
• System exclusive messages, including patch data dumps, may be recorded into sequences.
• Includes all drum-related recording and editing features of the Akai MPC60 Midi Production Center.
• Large 320 character LCD display (8 lines by 40 characters) with graphics.
• Built-in 3 1/2" disk drive.
• Fast, easy to understand operation provided by large screen and logical, intuitive design.
• Interactive "Help" function provides a full paragraph of explanation for each data field of every function screen.
• 4 "Soft keys" provide one button execution of many functions without additional dedicated buttons.
• The contents of all data fields and other settings are retained while the power is turned off, so there is no need to re-set commonly used parameters each time the power is turned on.
• Large memory capacity - 512K bytes RAM, 256K bytes ROM.
• Very fast internal 10 MHz 80186 16 bit computer.
• Small, portable design - fits easily under your arm.

Source: ASQ10 Owner’s Manual

General:

• 320 character LCD display with graphics
• Disk drive: 3.5 inch 2DD (793K bytes formatted capacity)
• Computer: 80186 (10 MHz)

Sequencer:

• Note capacity (not event capacity): 60,000 (512K bytes)
• Timing resolution: 96 divisions per 1/4 note
• Maximum number of sequences in memory: 99
• Number of simultaneous tracks per sequence: 99
• Output midi channels: 64
• Song mode: 20 songs, 256 steps per song
• Sync modes: SMPTE, Midi Time Code, Midi Clock, Midi Song
• Position Pointer, FSK24, Pulse, 1/4 note clicks

Rear panel inputs/outputs:

• Sync input (dual function - also trigger input, balanced): 1
• Sync input level control: 1
• Sync input level: 0.5V p-p - 1V p-p
• Sync output: 1
• Sync output level: 1Vp-p, Imp. 220Ω

• Metro output (clocks): 1
• MIDI inputs: 2
• MIDI outputs: 4 (fully independent and simultaneous)
• Foot switch inputs: 2 (independent assignable)
• RS-232C computer port: 1

Source: ASQ10 Owner’s Manual