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Basic data
Name
Akai S2000
Category
9) Samplers and Sample sequencers
Type
SAMPLER_(RACK)
Specimen
A
Inventory tag
STUDIO::AKAI-S2000
Condition
OK
Physical parameters
Dimensions (mm)
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Dimensions (inch)
—
Weight
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Format
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Material
—
Manufacturing (Period)
—
Manufacturer
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Power
Voltage
100-240V AC (check with specific unit label)
Current (typical)
Not stated
Current (max)
Not stated
Polarity
N/A
Connector
IEC C14
AC/DC
AC
Internal/External
Internal
Note
Built-in power supply; fill in the exact consumption values from the back label of the device.
Warning: Check the polarity of the source before connecting! Improper power supply will damage the device.
Firmware and serial number
Serial number
FW version (current)
Boot disk based OS
Check date
2026-03-04
Previous version
Not stated
Bootloader
N/A
Update Link
Backup File
Not stated
Quick Summary
16-bit rack sampler with 32-voice polyphony, SCSI interface and 16-part multitimbral mode. Currently installed maximum RAM: 32MB (SIMM).
Product Description
The Akai S2000 is a professional expandable rack sampler (1995) with stereo sampling, full MIDI implementation and the ability to add multiple outputs, digital I/O, effects and extended filters.
Features and functions
- 32-voice polyphony and up to 16-part multitimbral mode
- Sampling 44.1 kHz or 22.05 kHz (16bit), mono/stereo mode
- RAM fitted to a maximum of 32MB (SIMM)
- Standard built-in SCSI for external storage and sample libraries
- Reads Akai S-series CD-ROM libraries; also supports import from some foreign formats
- Built-in 3.5" floppy drive (DD/HD)
- Resonant low-pass filter (12 dB/oct) + optional filter extension
- Optional cards: IB208P (8 assignable outs + S/PDIF), EB16 FX, IB304F filter bank
Primary I/O (quick orientation)
| Domain | Inputs | Outputs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | DIN MIDI IN | DIN MIDI OUT, DIN MIDI THRU | Full MIDI implementation for program/keygroup control. |
| Audio | Stereo analog IN L/R | Stereo analog OUT L/R, headphone output | Assignable outs + digital I/O are available via optional IB208P module. |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy DD/HD, SCSI | SCSI chain | SCSI is fitted as standard; suitable for external drives and CD-ROM libraries. |
Controls
FRONT / TOP (user control)
- 2x16 character LCD display
- Data/Select encoder (dual wheel)
- Page and Group navigation buttons
- Sample/Program/Multi workflow buttons
- Record level and driver output level
Service / hidden elements
- (None)
Connectors and connections
Connector matrix
| Interfaces | IN | OUT | Spec / note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIDI | DIN MIDI IN | DIN MIDI OUT, DIN MIDI THRU | Full MIDI implementation for program/keygroup control. |
| Audio | Stereo analog IN L/R | Stereo analog OUT L/R, headphone output | Assignable outs + digital I/O are available via optional IB208P module. |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy DD/HD, SCSI | SCSI chain | SCSI is fitted as standard; suitable for external drives and CD-ROM libraries. |
Latency and jitter
Clock sources
Internal
Clock IN/OUT format
MIDI clock / sequence dependent
Typical latency
Not stated
Jitter spec
Not stated
Buffer support
N/A
Impedance and signal levels
Line Level (dBu)
Not stated
Mic In level
Not stated
Output Impedance
Not stated
Input Impedance
Not stated
THD
Not stated
Frequency Range
Not stated
Other Specifications (from metadata.specifications)
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No other specifications | |
Additional technical details
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No additional technical details | |
Typical routing
- Studio sampler chain: MIDI sequencer drives S2000, audio goes to mix/interface.
• MIDI OUT from sequencer/DAW interface -> MIDI IN S2000
• Audio OUT L/R from S2000 -> line inputs of mixer or audio interface
• SCSI CD-ROM/drive -> S2000 for load sample libraries
• For multiple outputs, add IB208P card and route channels separately
Connection instructions: The examples below show typical signal flows in practice. For specific details (jitter, buffering), see section above.
SW / drivers
| Component | Windows | macOS | Linux | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No specific driver data; use the Documentation/Links section. | ||||
Custom firmware details
Author
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FW family
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Custom FW targets
- No explicit custom FW targets in metadata.
Custom CC mapping
| CC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom CC mapping. | |
Custom FW global settings
| Settings | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom global settings. | |
Custom FW extended menu
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| No extended menu details. | |
Documentation and manuals
Manufacturer / Links
- eBay — search Akai S2000
- Aukro.cz — search Akai S2000
- HudebníBazar.cz — search Akai S2000
- MIDI.cz — search Akai S2000
- Kytary.cz — search for Akai S2000
- Heureka.cz — search for Akai S2000
- Gear4music.cz — search for Akai S2000
- Muziker.cz — search for Akai S2000
Service log
| Date | Event | Who | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-04 | RAM upgrade confirmation | Studio tech | Maximum memory allocation 32MB confirmed. |
| 2026-03-04 | Metadata enrichment | Copilot | Added technical parameters, I/O, workflow notes and linked local PDF manual + external reference links. |
Presets / User banks
Storage type
Floppy/SCSI media + RAM
Number of banks
Program based
Current bank
Not stated
Backup File
Not stated
Export format
Akai S-series program/sample data
Note
Recommended to make full backups of programs and multis to external SCSI media.
Notes / service / modifications
- This unit has RAM expanded to a maximum of 32MB.
- Without the optional module, only stereo outputs are available; for separate tracks the IB208P is suitable.
- The OS is booted from a floppy disk, so it is good to have a working backup boot disk.
- When archiving libraries prefer SCSI media due to faster workflow against floppy disks.