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This section contain documentation for some of this controller drivers.
This section contain documentation for some of this controller drivers.
{{NoteBox|This documentation is valid for the "chain_manager" development branch. It's only partially valid for the current testing branch so you could find some differences.}}
{{NoteBox|This documentation is valid for the "oram" development branch. It's only partially valid for the current testing branch so you could find some differences.}}
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==Akai APC Key25 MK2==
==Akai APC Key25 MK2==
This device supports two operation modes (and a third is in progress):
This device supports three operation modes:
* The '''"Mixpad"''' mode (default), which controls the Zynthian's Mixer and ZynPad.
* The '''"Mixpad"''' mode (default), which controls the Zynthian's Mixer and ZynPad.
* Open the '''sequence manager''' (also known as the ''Seqman'' sub-mode), pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>CLIP STOP</code>. If this mode is active, the LED of the <code>CLIP STOP</code> button will blink in green, and one of <code>VOLUME</code>, <code>PAN</code> or <code>SEND</code> buttons will also be solid in red, each one related to a specific function:
* Open the '''sequence manager''' (also known as the ''Seqman'' sub-mode), pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>CLIP STOP</code>. If this mode is active, the LED of the <code>CLIP STOP</code> button will blink in green, and one of <code>VOLUME</code>, <code>PAN</code> or <code>SEND</code> buttons will also be solid in red, each one related to a specific function:
** <code>VOLUME</code>: this is COPY mode. Press the pad of a non-empty sequence to mark it as source (it will blink fast). Press another pad to copy the selected source to it. Press the selected source pad to clear selection.
** <code>SEND</code>: this is CLEAR mode. It will remove all patterns of the sequence when its pad is pressed (leaving only a single empty pattern).
** <code>PAN</code>: this is MOVE mode. It works like COPY mode, but also removes the source sequence.
** <code>VOLUME</code>: this is COPY mode. Press the pad of a non-empty sequence to mark it as source (it will blink fast). Press another pad to copy the selected source to it. It will CLEAR the destination sequence, and then copy all the patterns of the source sequence. Press the selected source pad to clear selection.
** <code>PAN</code>: this is MOVE mode. It works like COPY mode, but also CLEARS the source sequence.
** Use <code>LEFT</code> and <code>RIGHT</code> arrows to move from one scene to another. You can also copy/move patterns between scenes.
** Use <code>LEFT</code> and <code>RIGHT</code> arrows to move from one scene to another. You can also copy/move patterns between scenes.
** Press <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> to exit this sub-mode.
** Press <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> to exit this sub-mode.
<embedvideo alignment="right" dimensions="600" service="youtube" description="Zynthian - Akai APC Key25 mk2 - StepSeq (alpha) demo I">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4JTWJTz2Q0</embedvideo>
<embedvideo alignment="right" dimensions="600" service="youtube" description="Zynthian - Akai APC Key25 mk2 - StepSeq (alpha) demo I">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4JTWJTz2Q0</embedvideo>
<embedvideo alignment="right" dimensions="600" service="youtube" description="Zynthian - Akai APC Key25 mk2 - StepSeq (alpha) demo II">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zprRUIbjHqs</embedvideo>
<embedvideo alignment="right" dimensions="600" service="youtube" description="Zynthian - Akai APC Key25 mk2 - StepSeq (alpha) demo II">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zprRUIbjHqs</embedvideo>
<embedvideo alignment="right" dimensions="600" service="youtube" description="Zynthian - Akai APC Key25 mk2 - StepSeq (beta) demo III">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EPUusfwmEg</embedvideo>
This mode allows you to control the Zynthian's step sequencer (and also the pattern editor). You can activate it by pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SEND</code>, or in '''Mixpad''' mode pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + a sequence pad. In this mode, the pad matrix is divided in two parts: first four rows (from top to bottom) are '''the steps''' of current pattern. The last row is used to assign notes or '''instruments''' for easy access (called ''NotePads'' in this document). In this mode, you can:
This mode allows you to control Zynthian's step sequencer (and also the pattern editor). You can activate it by pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SEND</code>, or in '''Mixpad''' mode pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + a sequence pad. In this mode, the pad matrix is divided in two parts: first four rows (from top to bottom) are '''the steps''' of current pattern. The last row is used to assign notes or '''instruments''' for easy access (called ''NotePads'' in this document). With this mode, you can:
* '''Assign an instrument''' to a NotePad, by pressing the PAD and then any key of the key bed (black and white keys). The note will be ''stored'' in that pad, with the velocity you used. It will be lit and the brightness is proportional to the velocity. If you press again the NotePad, it will play the note.
* '''Open the pattern editor''' in Zynthian's UI with the current pattern, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>DOWN</code>. Press <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>UP</code> to go back.
* '''Select active instrument''', pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + a <code>NOTE PAD</code>. It will start pulsating in the color of the page.
* '''Assign an instrument''' to a NotePad, by pressing the pad + any key of the key bed (black and white keys). The note will be ''stored'' in that pad, with the velocity you used. It will be lit with a brightness proportional to the velocity. If you press again the NotePad, it will play the note.
* '''Remove a NotePad assignment''', pressing <code>STOP ALL CLIPS</code> + the NotePad. Only the assignment is removed, the steps for that note are kept.
* '''Select the active instrument''', pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + a NotePad. It will start pulsating in the color of the instrument's page.
* '''Change current instruments page''', pressing <code>LEFT</code> and <code>RIGHT</code> arrows. There are 4 pages, each with its own color (1: blue, 2: green, 3: yellow, 4: purple). Upon selecting a new page, one of the first four track buttons will be lit for a second, indicating the active page.
* '''Change current instruments page''', pressing <code>LEFT</code> and <code>RIGHT</code> arrows. There are 4 pages, each with its own color (1: blue, 2: green, 3: yellow, 4: purple). Upon selecting a new page, one of the first four track buttons will be lit for a second, indicating the active page.
* '''Toggle a step''' in the current pattern, pressing a pad in the upper four rows. If the step is on, it will be lit in red (again, the brightness is proportional to the note velocity). Note that for this to work, you will need to first select an active NotePad.
* '''Toggle a step''' in the current pattern, pressing a pad in the upper four rows. If the step is on, it will be lit in red (again, the brightness is proportional to the note velocity). Note that for this to work, you will need to first select an active NotePad.
* '''Extend a step duration''', by pressing the step, holding it for 0.5 seconds, and then pressing another step (it must be greater in sequence). The source step will increase its duration to fill the space between the two pressed steps (included). The extended duration will be lit in orange. If you press the last pad in orange, it will toggle between full and half step.
* '''Extend a step duration''', by pressing an active step, holding it for 0.5 seconds, and then pressing another step (it must be greater in sequence). The source step will increase its duration to fill the space between the two pressed steps (included). The extended duration will be lit in orange. If you press the last pad in orange (while still holding the starting step), it will toggle between full and half step.
* '''Play current pattern''' pressing the <code>PLAY</code> button. You will see the playhead (in white) moving along the steps. Pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>PLAY</code> will start stage-play, which will update the pattern as it moves along the current track (press any pad to stop stage-play). Press <code>PLAY</code> again to stop playing.
* '''Play current sequence''' pressing the <code>PLAY</code> button. You will see the playhead (in white) moving along the steps. Pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>PLAY</code> will start stage-play, which will update the pattern as it moves along the current track (press any pad to stop stage-play). Press <code>PLAY</code> again to stop playing.
* '''Panic stop''' all sounds, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>STOP ALL CLIPS</code>. Sound will stop immediately.
* '''Panic stop''' all sounds, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>STOP ALL CLIPS</code>. Any sound will stop immediately.
* '''Adjust the tempo''' rotating the knob <code>K1</code>. The TEMPO screen will be shown briefly in the UI. Press <code>SHIFT</code> while rotating for a finer adjustment (0.1 BPM).
* '''Adjust the tempo''' rotating the knob <code>K1</code>. The TEMPO screen will be shown briefly in the UI. Press <code>SHIFT</code> while rotating for a finer adjustment (0.1 BPM).
* '''Adjust sequence's chain level''' rotating the knob <code>K2</code>. Aslo, the Mixer screen will be shown briefly in the UI while adjusting. Press <code>SHIFT</code> while rotating for a finer control.
* '''Adjust sequence's chain level''' rotating the knob <code>K2</code>. Also, the Mixer screen will be shown briefly in the UI while adjusting. Press <code>SHIFT</code> while rotating for a finer control.
* Change the '''velocity, duration, stutter count or stutter duration''' of a step or NotePad, pressing the corresponding pad and rotating one of the following knobs:
* Change the '''velocity, duration, stutter count or stutter duration''' of a step or NotePad, pressing the corresponding pad and rotating one of the following knobs:
* You can also change these properties using '''control levels'''. With a control level, you will use the columns of the pad matrix to see and change the level of certain property of a step or NotePad. These are the key bindings:
* You can also change these properties using '''control levels'''. With a control level, you will use the columns of the pad matrix to see and change the level of certain property of a step or NotePad. These are the key bindings:
** Press <code>VOLUME</code> + a step/NotePad to activate the control level for '''velocity''' adjustment. <code>VOLUME</code>'s track button will be solid lit in red. Press <code>VOLUME</code> again to exit control level mode.
** Press <code>VOLUME</code> + a step/NotePad to activate the '''control level for velocity''' adjustment. <code>VOLUME</code> track button will be solid lit in red. Press <code>VOLUME</code> again to exit control level mode.
** Press <code>SEND</code> + a step/NotePad for '''stutter count''' adjustment. <code>SEND</code>'s track button will be solid lit in red.
** Press <code>SEND</code> + a step/NotePad for '''stutter count''' adjustment. <code>SEND</code> track button will be solid lit in red.
** In stutter count control level, press again <code>SEND</code> to switch to '''stutter duration''' adjustment. <code>SEND</code>'s track button will blink in red. Press <code>SEND</code> again to exit control level mode.
** In stutter count control level, press again <code>SEND</code> to switch to '''stutter duration''' adjustment. <code>SEND</code> track button will blink in red. Press <code>SEND</code> again to exit control level mode.
** If, instead of pressing a pad, you press <code>VOLUME</code> or <code>SEND</code> + one of the 5 soft keys to the right, it will '''open the control level for each step or NotePad''' in that row. Now, just pressing another soft key will switch to the related row.
** You can switch between different control levels by pressing the function that is not currently active (otherwise, it will exit that control level).
** You can switch between different control levels by pressing the function that is not currently active (otherwise, it will exit that control level).
** Pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + any pad in the active column will set the property value to zero (or 1, in case of stutter duration).
** Press a pad in any active column to '''change''' the related step/NotePad value. Press top lit pad to switch between full and half value (the brightness will also change). The following table shows the relation between rows and values of each function (rows are from bottom to top, values are for Full/Half):
** Press a pad in any active column to '''change''' the related step/NotePad value. Press top lit pad to switch between full and half value (the brightness will also change). The following table shows the relation between rows and values of each function (rows are from bottom to top, values are for Full/Half):
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! Row !! Velocity !! Stutter Count !! Stutter Duration
! Row !! Velocity !! Stutter Count !! Stutter Duration
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* Quick '''change pattern''' in current track, by pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>LEFT</code>/<code>RIGHT</code>. If next pattern (to the right) does not exists, it will be created (up to 8 patterns). The bottom row of the pad matrix will show current pattern (in red), and also where there exists a pattern (bright white) or not (dim white).
* Quick '''change pattern''' in current track, by pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>LEFT</code>/<code>RIGHT</code>. If next pattern (to the right) does not exist, it will be created (up to 8 patterns). The bottom row of the pad matrix will show current pattern (in red), and also where there exists a pattern (bright white) or not (dim white).
* '''Roll current pattern to a side''', pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> + <code>LEFT</code> or <code>RIGHT</code>. This will copy current pattern to the pattern on the left or right.
* '''Roll current pattern to a side''', pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> + <code>LEFT</code> or <code>RIGHT</code>. This will copy current pattern to the pattern on the left or right.
* You can also '''enter the arranger sub-mode''', to handle the patterns of current track, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code>. This mode will also open the arranger in the Zynthian UI. In this sub-mode, you can:
* You can also '''enter the arranger sub-mode''' (also called ''PatMan'', for pattern manager), to handle the patterns of current track, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code>. This mode will also open the arranger in Zynthian's UI. In this sub-mode, you can:
** '''Change''' current pattern, just pressing a pad where there is a pattern (bright white). The selected pattern will be shown in red. You can also move to the left or right using that track buttons.
** '''Change''' current pattern, just pressing a pad where there is a pattern (bright white). The selected pattern will be shown in red. You can also move to the left or right using the track buttons.
** '''Clear''' a pattern, pressing <code>MUTE</code> + pattern pad. It will remove all notes on that pattern. The pad will blink briefly in red.
** '''Clear''' a pattern, pressing <code>MUTE</code> + pattern pad. It will remove all notes on that pattern. The pad will blink briefly in red.
** '''Remove''' a pattern, pressing <code>STOP ALL CLIPS</code> + pattern pad. The pattern will be removed, and all patterns to the right will slide to fill the gap.
** '''Remove''' a pattern, pressing <code>STOP ALL CLIPS</code> + pattern pad. The pattern will be removed, and all patterns to the right will slide to fill the gap.
** '''Roll''' current pattern to one side, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> + <code>LEFT</code> or <code>RIGHT</code>.
** '''Roll''' current pattern to one side, pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>SELECT</code> + <code>LEFT</code> or <code>RIGHT</code>.
** '''Copy''' a pattern to another pattern, pressing source pattern pad + destination pattern pad. The destination will blink briefly in green.
** '''Copy''' a pattern to another pattern, pressing source pattern pad + destination pattern pad. The destination will blink briefly in green.
** To exit this sub-mode, press <code>SELECT</code>. The Zynthian UI will also go to the previous screen.
** To exit this sub-mode, press <code>SELECT</code>. Zynthian's UI will also go to the previous screen.
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* '''Bank Left:''' Strips assigned to chains 1-8
* '''Bank Left:''' Strips assigned to chains 1-8
* '''Bank Right:''' Strips assigned to chains 9-16
* '''Bank Right:''' Strips assigned to chains 9-16
* '''Master Fader:''' Main volume
* '''Master Slider:''' Main volume
* '''Strip 1-8:''' Chain's mixer control, depending of bank selection
* '''Strip 1-8:''' Chain's mixer control, depending of bank selection
** '''Upper Knobs:''' The 2 upper knobs are available for MIDI learning.
** '''Upper Knobs:''' The 2 upper knobs are available for MIDI learning.
** '''Lower Knob:''' Chain's balance
** '''Lower Knob:''' Chain's balance
** '''Mute:''' Chain's solo switch
** '''Mute:''' Chain's mute switch
** '''Solo''': Push <code>SOLO</code> to see solo status. Push <code>SOLO</code> + <code>MUTE</code> for toggling solo.
** '''Solo''': Push <code>SOLO</code> to see solo status. Push <code>SOLO</code> + <code>MUTE</code> for toggling solo.
** '''Rec Arm''': Red light indicates active chain. Push to set active chain.
** '''Rec Arm''': Red light indicates active chain. Push to set active chain.
** '''Fader:''' Chain's volume
** '''Slider:''' Chain's volume
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==Akai MPK mini MK3==
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_driver_functions.png|800px|right]]
The driver for this device has 4 main operation modes:
* The '''Mixer''' mode (default) which handles Zynthian's Mixer.
* The '''Device''' mode, to control the Zynthian GUI (Graphical User Interface).
* The '''Pattern''' mode, for controlling the Zynpad and Pattern Editor.
* The '''NotePad''' mode, which is used to assign the notes that the PADs will play in ''note'' mode.
There are two more minor modes, which are:
* A '''User''' mode, where every PAD and KNOB is available for MIDI learn.
* A '''Config''' mode, used to configure the MPK internal settings, like the channels, the arpeggiator, and more.
Each mode is shown in the MPK display when active. <code>PADs 1-4 A</code> are used as direct access to some of Zynthian GUI screens:
* <code>PAD 1 A</code>: toggles between Zynthian's '''mixer''' and audio levels.
* <code>PAD 2 A</code>: cycles between '''Zynpad''', the arranger and pattern editor.
* <code>PAD 3 A</code>: opens the '''tempo''' and metronome screen.
* <code>PAD 4 A</code>: toggles between '''snapshot''' and ZS3 screens.
Each one of these functions or modes is available on every operation mode or screen. Just ensure that '''PC''' (PROG CHANGE) is active on the MPK.
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====The Mixer mode====
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_mixer_mode.png|800px|right]]
This is the default mode, but you can switch back to it with '''PROG CHANGE''':<code>PAD 5 A</code>. You should see <code>Zynthian MIXER</code> in the display of the MPK. In this mode, you can use the Knobs to adjust chains settings. The general rule is: <code>PAD x</code> + <code>Knob y</code> to adjust the setting '''x''' of chain '''y'''. You can adjust chains 1 to 8 in bank A, and chains 9 to 16 in bank B. The functions that you can change are:
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'''NOTE''': Remember to put PAD CONTROLS in '''CC mode'''. The pads in ''note'' mode will only trigger the assigned notes.
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* <code>PAD 1 A</code> + <code>KNOBs 1-8</code> to adjust '''level''' of chains 1-8. <code>PAD 1 B</code> for chains 9-16.
* <code>PAD 2 A</code> + <code>KNOBs 1-8</code> for '''balance''' (panning) of chains 1-8. <code>PAD 2 B</code> for chains 9-16.
* <code>PAD 3 A</code> + <code>KNOBs 1-8</code> to toggle '''mute''' of chains 1-8. <code>PAD 3 B</code> for chains 9-16. Clockwise to set mute, counter clockwise to clear mute.
* <code>PAD 4 A</code> + <code>KNOBs 1-8</code> to toggle '''solo''' of chains 1-8. <code>PAD 4 B</code> for chains 9-16. Same rules apply as for muting.
The driver will remember the last function pressed, so for adjusting chains 1-8, you can just press the desired PAD (1-4), release it, and then adjust using the knobs. All knobs will affect that PAD's function. For chains 9-16, you need the keep the PAD pressed.
In this mode, there is also support for '''transport controls''':
* <code>PAD 5 A/B</code> for '''stop all sounds''' (PANIC button).
* <code>PAD 6 A</code> for toggle '''audio record'''. <code>PAD 6 B</code> will toggle '''MIDI record'''.
* <code>PAD 7 A</code> will trigger '''audio stop''', while <code>PAD 7 B</code> will trigger '''MIDI stop'''.
* <code>PAD 8 A</code> is for togging '''audio playback''', and <code>PAD 8 B</code> will toggle '''MIDI playback'''.
If you activate the '''FULL LEVEL''' option in the MPK, then PAD's function changes to '''select''' chain. PADs in bank A will select first 8 chains, and bank B is used to select chains 9-16.
The joystick in this mode affects the pitch-bend (in the Y axis), and sends <code>CC</code> messages, <code>CC#32</code> for '''-X''' (left) and <code>CC#33</code> for '''+X''' (right) values, available for MIDI learning.
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====The Device mode====
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_device_mode.png|800px|right]]
This mode is used to control Zynthian's GUI. You can activate it by pressing '''PROG CHANGE''':<code>PAD 6 A</code> anytime. The MPK display will show the label <code>Zynthian DEVICE</code>. In this mode, you have the following options:
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'''NOTE''': Remember to put PAD CONTROLS in '''CC mode'''. The pads in ''note'' mode will only trigger the assigned notes.
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* In '''bank A''':
** Use <code>PADs 1-3</code> and <code>PAD 6</code> to '''move''' around the user interface (up, down, left and right, as shown in the diagram). You can also use the joystick for this.
** '''Cancel''' or '''go back''' with <code>PAD 5</code>.
** '''Accept''' or '''select''' an item, using <code>PAD 7</code>.
** Launch the '''options''' menu, or the '''admin''' menu, by a short press in <code>PAD 8</code>. Each press will toggle between these two screens. With a ''long press'', it will '''shutdown''' the system (a confirm dialog will appear).
** Open the '''controls''' or '''preset''' screen of a chain, doing a short press in <code>PAD 4</code>. In Zynpad, a ''long press'' of <code>PAD 4/7</code> will open the '''pattern editor''' for the selected sequence.
* In '''bank B''':
** Upper row of PADs is used for '''transport buttons''', just like in the mixer mode:
*** <code>PAD 5</code>: stop all sounds ('''panic''' button).
*** <code>PAD 6</code>: toggle audio '''record'''.
*** <code>PAD 7</code>: '''stop''' audio.
*** <code>PAD 8</code>: toggle audio '''playback'''.
** Lower row is used as V5 Knob '''press buttons'''. The mapping is from <code>PAD 1</code> to <code>PAD 4</code>, which are used as '''Knob#1''' to '''Knob#4''' press buttons. These buttons are available in CC and PC mode. This is mainly needed for MIDI learning features, where a CC message would establish the control's MIDI learn. CC is needed when a bold/long press is required.
This mode also maps the V5 Knobs to <code>K1</code>, <code>K5</code>, <code>K2</code>, <code>K6</code>, in that order.
Knob <code>K3</code> is used to adjust '''the tempo'''. When rotated, the Zynthian tempo screen will be shown briefly. This tempo setting is synchronized with the MPK.
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'''NOTE''': The MPK resolution is 1BPM, but Zynthian is 0.1BPM; take this into account to avoid drifting.
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====The Pattern mode====
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_pattern_mode.png|800px|right]]
This mode works only in Zynthian's Zynpad, Arranger or Pattern Editor. To activate it, press '''PROG CHANGE''':<code>PAD 7 A</code>. You should see <code>Zynthian PATTERN</code> in the display of your MPK. Note that all the following PADs are assumed to be in '''bank A'''.
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'''NOTE''': Remember to put PAD CONTROLS in '''CC mode'''. The pads in ''note'' mode will only trigger the assigned notes.
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In any screen (Zynpad, Arranger or Pattern Editor), you can:
* '''Move the cursor''' using the joystick, or <code>K2</code> for vertical and <code>K6</code> for horizontal displacement.
* Press and hold <code>PAD 3</code> as '''SHIFT''', when required.
In '''Pattern Editor''', you will have the following functionality:
* '''Transport controls''' using the upper row PADs, following the same arrangement as in Mixer mode (<code>PAD 5</code>: stop all sounds, <code>PAD 6</code>: toggle record, <code>PAD 7</code>: stop, <code>PAD 8</code>: toggle playback).
* '''Move along patterns''' of the same track in current sequence. Press <code>PAD 1</code> for previous pattern, and <code>PAD 2</code> for next. If there are no more patterns in current track, you can '''create a new one''' pressing <code>SHIFT</code> + <code>NEXT</code> (i.e: <code>PAD 3</code> + <code>PAD 2</code>) while visiting the last pattern.
* '''Toggle step''' in cursor's position, pressing <code>PAD 4</code>.
* '''Adjust''' the selected step, using the following Knobs:
** Step's '''duration''': <code>K7</code>. It will change in increments of 0.1 steps, or, by pressing <code>SHIFT</code>, in 0.5 steps.
** Step's '''velocity''': <code>K8</code>.
** Step's '''stutter count''': <code>K3</code>. Ranges from 0 to 32.
** Step's '''stutter duration''': <code>K4</code>. Ranges from 1 to 96, and is measured in clock cycles.
In '''Zynpad''', you may:
** Toggle '''playing''' the selected sequence, by pressing <code>PAD 4</code>.
** If the MPK is in '''FULL LEVEL''', each PAD can launch/stop a sequence. PADs in bank A, for sequences between 1 and 8, and bank B for sequences 9-16.
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====The NotePad mode====
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_notepad_mode.png|800px|right]]
The purpose of this mode is to modify the notes that the PADs will send in ''note'' mode (i.e. neither CC or PROG CHANGE active). You can switch to this mode by pressing '''PROG CHANGE''':<code>PAD 8 A</code>. You should see <code>Zynthian NOTEPAD</code> in the display of the MPK.
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'''NOTE''': Unlike the other modes, this mode only works if PAD CONTROLS are in '''note mode'''.
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To '''assign a note''' to a PAD, press that PAD and, without releasing it, press any key of the KeyBed. Press the pad again to check the note (it may be sent to a different chain, depending on PAD/KeyBed channels and Zynthian settings). In this mode, both banks A and B are available for note binding.
You can '''remove a note''' from a PAD pressing that PAD and, without releasing it, turning <code>K8</code> counter clock-wise. The removal will be done when you release the PAD, so, if you didn't want to remove it (and didn't release the PAD), just turn the Knob clock-wise again.
Using the Knob <code>K7</code> on a PAD will adjust its pitch (note) by a semitone, up and down the scale.
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====The User mode====
This is a special mode, with no other purpose that letting you all the available controls for '''MIDI learning'''. Only PC 0-7 and 12,13 are NOT available (as they are used for changing modes and Zynthian's shortcuts). You can switch to this mode by pressing '''PROG CHANGE''':<code>PAD 5 B</code>. You should see <code>Zynthian USER</code> in the display of the MPK.
This is the available configuration:
* PADs channel is the assigned in Config mode (see below).
* PAD notes are the assigned in NotePad.
* PAD CCs are in range [40-47] for bank A, and [48-55] for bank B.
* PC PADs 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8 (all in bank B) are available.
* All Knobs are available, and their CCs goes from 56 to 63.
* Joystick Y channel is mapped as pitchbend.
* Joystick X channel is set as dual mode, with CCs 64 (left side) and 65 (right side).
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====The Config mode====
[[File:akai_mpk_mini_mk3_config_mode.png|800px|right]]
This is also a special mode, used to '''configure the MPK device''' internal settings, like the channel where the PADs will send their notes, or the '''arpeggiator''' settings.
'''Rationale:''' while you can use the MPK arpeggiator or NOTE REPEAT buttons to change some of these settings, they will be overwritten on next mode change (as they are inside the MPK and could not be retrieved). Moreover, there are settings that could only be changed using the MPK Program Editor, so this mode will help you in that case. Zynthian will store the changes you made here per snapshot basis, so that's another reason for using this mode.
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'''NOTE''': Remember to put PAD CONTROLS in '''CC mode'''. The pads in ''note'' mode will only trigger the assigned notes. ALSO, ensure that KeyBed octave is '''in the middle''' (neither <code>OCT+</code> nor <code>OCT-</code> is brightly lit).
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In this mode, all notes of the KeyBed are used as shortcuts for the '''arpeggiator settings'''. See the MPK KeyBed labels to check the purpose of each one. Also note that:
* <code>PAD 3 A</code> in CC mode is used as '''SHIFT'''.
* <code>PAD 4 A</code> in CC mode toggles '''on/off''' the arpeggiator.
For other settings, you can use the Knobs. Move a Knob to see in the MPK display its function (but it won't change anything), and <code>SHIFT</code> + move Knob to actually change that property (changes are applied on <code>SHIFT</code> release). This is the settings mapping:
* <code>K1</code>: changes '''tempo taps''', the number of times you need to press the button <code>TAP TEMPO</code> to change it. Ranges from 2 to 4.
* <code>K2</code>: to modify the '''arpeggiator swing''', giving you a finer adjustment than using the KeyBed shortcuts.
* <code>K3</code>: to change the '''PADs aftertouch''' settings. Values are 0: Off, 1: Channel Aftertouch, 2: Polyphonic Aftetouch.
* <code>K4</code>: for changing the KeyBed octave. A value of 4 is the default middle octave, less than 4 is for lowering the octave, and bigger that 4 increases the octave. '''NOTE:''' If you want to change this value, please note that it will affect the KeyBed immediately, so any shortcut that you use later on would be displaced. Just adjust this as the last value, or reset octave before using the shortcuts.
* <code>K6</code>: for setting the '''arpeggiator clock''' source as EXT (external). Set it to 1 for using an external clock, or 0 to use the internal clock.
* <code>K7</code>: lets you change the '''channel of the PADs'''.
* <code>K8</code>: to modify the '''channel of the KeyBed'''.
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[[File:novation_launchpad_pro_mk2_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
[[File:novation_launchpad_pro_mk2_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
It works much like the Launchpad Mini MK3.
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[[File:novation_launchpad_pro_mk3_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
[[File:novation_launchpad_pro_mk3_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
It works much like the Launchpad Mini MK3.
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[[File:novation_launchpad_x_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
[[File:novation_launchpad_x_zynpad.png|800px|right]]
It works much like the Launchpad Mini MK3.
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==Korg NanoKONTROL ==
==Korg nanoKONTROL ==
====ZynMixer driver====
====ZynMixer driver====
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==Korg NanoKONTROL 2 ==
==Korg nanoKONTROL-2 ==
====ZynMixer driver====
====ZynMixer driver====
[[File:NanoKONTROL2.png|800px|right]]
[[File:NanoKONTROL2.png|800px|right]]
This Korg nanoKONTROL2 driver maps the mixer screen and transport buttons basic functionality.
Chains are numbered from left to right as shown in the zynmixer screen. Note that these numbers are not MIDI channels!
=====Common buttons=====
* '''Cycle:''' SHIFT mode button. Toggle alternate functions as described below.
* '''Track Left:''' UI Left arrow
* '''Track Right:''' UI RIGHT arrow
* '''Marker Set:''' UI SELECT button
* '''Marker Left:''' UI UP arrow
* '''Marker Right:''' UI DOWN arrow
* '''Transport FRWD (Left):''' Bank 1. Strips assigned to chains 1-8. When light, it acts as the UI BACK button.
* '''Transport FFWD (Right):''' Bank 2. Strips assigned to chains 9-16
=====NORMAL mode=====
* '''Transport STOP:''' Stop audio play and reset play position.
* '''Transport PLAY:''' Start/Resume/Pause audio play. Light indicates playing state.
* '''Transport REC:''' Start/Stop audio recording. Light indicates recording state.
* '''Strip 1-8:''' Chain's mixer control, depending of bank selection
** '''Knob:''' Chain's balance
** '''Slider:''' Chain's volume
** '''M:''' Chain's mute switch
** '''S''': Chain's solo switch
** '''R''': Red light indicates active chain. Push to set active chain.
=====SHIFT mode=====
* '''Transport STOP:''' Stop MIDI play and reset play position.
* '''Transport PLAY:''' Start/Resume/Pause MIDI play. Light indicates playing state.
* '''Transport REC:''' Start/Stop MIDI recording. Light indicates recording state.
* '''Knobs 1-8:''' Available for engine control (MIDI learning).
* '''Strip 1-7:''' Chain's mixer control, depending of bank selection
** '''Slider:''' Chain's volume
** '''M:''' Chain's mute switch
** '''S''': Chain's solo switch
** '''R''': Chain's recorder arm switch
* '''Strip 8:''' Main mixer control
** '''Slider:''' Main volume
** '''M:''' Main mute switch
** '''S''': Global solo indication. Switch does nothing.
** '''R''': Main recorder arm switch
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