{"product_id":"mpg-50-programmer-for-roland-alpha-juno-1-2-and-mks-50","title":"MPG-50 mkII Programmer for Roland Alpha Juno 1 \u0026 2 and MKS-50","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn Stock\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe currently have less than 10 MPG-50mkII units left.  Once sold out, there will be a significant period of time before any new stock is made.  (Likely late 2026\/early 2027)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLatest firmware versions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/MPG-50_MKI_3_07_MKII_3_06_Firmware_Update.rar?v=1646954418\" title=\"Retroaktiv MPG-50 Firmware Update\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMPG-50 mkI \u0026amp; mkII 3.06-3.07 Firmware Update (March 10th, 2022)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Retroaktiv MPG-50 Firmware Update\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/MPG-50_MKI_and_MKII_305-306.rar?v=1631017728\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e This zip file contains the latest vesrion for mkI units and mkII units.  MkI users should select the detent\/non-detent based on which type of encoder their unit has.  If encoder clicks when turned, use 'detent'.  If not, use 'non-detent' version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/Roland_Alpha_Juno_64_Patches_by_Espen_Kraft_RA_format.syx?v=1630001517\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEspen Kraft Preset Bank 1\u003c\/a\u003e (In Retroaktiv format. )\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/Alpha_Juno_64_patches_bank_2_RA_Format.syx?v=1630001517\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEspen Kraft Preset Bank 2 \u003c\/a\u003e (In Retroaktiv format)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/MPG-50_Owner_s_Manual_1V35.pdf?1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUser's Manual V1.35+ \u003c\/a\u003e(Latest edition for mk1 perating systems below 3.x) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/MPG-50_3_1_User_Manual_for_mk1_mkII.pdf?v=1628482361\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e User's Manual V3.0 for MK1 and MK2 Units running OS 3.x\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1883\/9389\/files\/Retroaktiv_Controller_Setup_Document.pdf?v=1602866753\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSetting Up Retroaktiv Controllers In Your Rig\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRetroaktiv MPG-50 mkII  is a fully featured MIDI programmer for the popular Roland Alpha Juno 1 and 2, and the MKS-50 rackmount synthesizer.  The MPG-50 is a compact 370mm (14.5\") x 149mm (6\") x 40mm (1.5\").   It features 37 sliders and knobs which control all of the features included on the original PG-300 plus more.   The unit is housed in a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehigh-quality rugged powder-coated metal enclosure.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMPG-50 mk2 is more than just a controller.  Here's what else it can do:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTranslates CC to Juno sysex\u003c\/strong\u003e, and transmits CC and SYSEX in any combination.  Full CC automation of all parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoly-chain mode\u003c\/strong\u003e turns 2 Alpha Juno\/MKS into a DUAL layered stack (Like a 2-tone synths such as MKS70 or MKS80) that can be stored on the MPG-50 as a SETUP, allowing for lush, layered sounds at the push of a button.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn-board patch storage\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Stock MPG-50 mk2 units ship with 32k of memory on-board.  This can be expanded to 160k by choosing the 128k memory expander option.  Stock mk2 units can store 4 banks of patches + 20 ASSIGN + 20 SETUP + 20 CC Maps.  Expanded mk2 units can store 12 banks of 64 patches,  2 banks of 64 ASSIGN, 2 banks of 64 SETUP, and 1 bank of 64 CC Maps.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDaisy chain 2 AJ\/MKS-50 to create a 12-voice \"Super Juno\".  Store \"Super Juno\" sounds as a single SETUP.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3rd MIDI IN\/OUT port allows users to configure MIDI connections to suit their needs.  This port can be a MIDI IN or an OUT.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eControls 2 Alpha Juno\/MKS-50 from one unit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent patch generator\u003c\/strong\u003e creates pads, drums, basses, synths, strings, brass, and more with the touch of a button.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOperating system is always being updated with new features.  OS updates are done using a simple MIDI file!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAccess to all patch menu parameters (MKS50) and ability to select programs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate user CC maps to use MPG-50 as a generic controller\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssignable mod matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e allows users to control multiple parameters with one slider for expressive effects.  Also allows expression pedal, mod wheel, aftertouch, and breath control of any Alpha Juno parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInit patch generator\u003c\/strong\u003e and \"manual mode\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 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