I know a few of you out there use the Akai MPD 16. Forgive my ignorance, but I'd appreciate an explanation of how exactly it works (in general). I'm thinking about using it first and foremost for phrase samples for mixes, but would eventually (after learning how to use it) like to use it to make beats. At a basic level, I'm looking for the functionality of a Yamaha su200, in the sense that I can assign a sample to a pad and just hit the pad when I need it. The MPD 16 appears to be just a pad. Does it include software that will allow me to assign a phrase to each pad? Will I need some separate software for the sampling? Thanks in advance for your help!!!