The Akai Z8 and Z4 samplers represent Akai's response to the rising dominance of software samplers in modern music production. These new units offer unprecedented levels of computer integration while maintaining the reliability and tactile experience...
The Akai Z4 represented the entry-level option in Akai's Z series samplers, offering many of the same high-end capabilities as its bigger brother (the Z8) but in a more economical package with fewer standard features. Core Features The Z4 delivers...
Akai S1000 with SCSI interface and onboard HDD (upgradeable factory 40Mb).
The Akai S1000 represents a significant advancement in digital sampling technology, following the success of Akai's 12-bit S900, which had established itself as the studio-standard sampler. Released in late 1988, this new 16-bit stereo sampler aims to...
Akai S01 Sampler: Professional Sampling at a Budget Price The Akai S01 represents a significant breakthrough in the accessibility of professional sampling technology. Released as an unexpected addition to Akai's renowned 'S' series of samplers, the S01...
Akai S700: A Retro 12-bit Sampler The Akai S700 represents an important piece of sampling history from the late 1980s. Launched in the summer of 1987, this 2U rackmount sampler was part of Akai's follow-up to their groundbreaking S612 sampler and served...
The Akai S6000 represented an important evolution again in Akai's revered sampler lineup, featuring new hardware, completely redesigned user interface and powerful new capabilities while maintaining the company's reputation for industry-standard sampling...
Sample playback version of the S1000 with no REC IN.
The AKAI S3200 is a maxed version of the S3000, factory upgraded with: IB-301S - SCSIIB-302D - AES/EBU digital I/O with real-time digital outputs SMPTE interface
