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How can the Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer be used?
The Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer can be used in a number of ways, including writing and recording thirty-two percussive rhythms incorporating up to eleven different sounds plus accents.
How can the rhythms be programmed?
Programming of the rhythms can be accomplished either in or out of real time by means of a Step programming method which basically breaks each beat down into a series of steps, which can be varied to suit the desired rhythm. Each beat can be divided into 3, 4, 6, or 8 individual steps so that rhythms can be written incorporating as small a division as thirty-second notes.
How can the various rhythm patterns be used to perform a composition’s percussion track?
Once the various rhythm patterns are written and stored in computer memory, they can be arranged to perform an entire composition’s percussion track by means of a Compose function. The track can last up to 768 measures. The memory can also be used in individual increments of 64 measures each to play up to twelve different songs.
How can the TR-808 be connected to other devices?
Three separate Trigger Outputs allow the TR-808 to be connected to various digital sequencers, synthesizers, or other such devices for synchronized control of sound.
What other performance features does the TR-808 have?
Other performance features such as automatic insertion of Introduction or Fill In rhythms as well as remote control over both this and the Start/Stop function expand the TR-808’s uses into live performance in addition to its obvious applications in recording and composing music.
How do you turn the TR-808 on?
The power must be switched ‘On’ for the TR-808 to perform any function using the push-On/push-Off switch. The ‘On’ status may be verified using any of the various LED lights on the front panel.
What is the MODE selector used for?
The MODE selector is used for both programming and playing operations and for memory protection.
What are the programming Rhythm Pattern options?
The first three yellow color-coded positions relate to programming Rhythm Patterns into the TR-808. The boxed PATTERN CLEAR position allows any of the 32 programmed Rhythm Patterns to be wiped from the memory, preparing their memory positions to be reprogrammed. The actual CLEAR function is activated with the red CLEAR button located below the MODE selector. The 1st part position selects the first section of an individual measure to be programmed with rhythm information. The 2nd part allows the selection of the second section of an individual measure to be programmed with rhythm information.
What is the MANUAL PLAY Mode?
The MANUAL PLAY Mode allows you to play any of the 32 TR-808 Rhythm patterns as you would a conventional rhythm machine, with the addition of automatic switching for intros and fills. MANUAL PLAY and PLAY are the only two Mode positions that will protect your programmed memories when the TR-808 is switched off or disconnected.
What is the Compose Mode used for?
The Compose Mode position allows the 16 rhythms programmed into the TR-808 to be combined into compositions (Tracks) and programmed into any one or more consecutive memories selected by the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector positions. To COMPOSE within any of the 12 memories, that memory must first be cleared using the red CLEAR button.
What is the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector used for?
During the programming of Rhythm Patterns it is used to select which of the 11 different drum voices or the Accent is being programmed. Clockwise from the lower left the choices include AC (ACCEND), BD (BASS DRUM), SD (SNARE DRUM), LT (LOW TOM or LOW CONGA), MT (MID TOM or MID CONGA), HT (HI TOM or HI CONGA), RS (RIM SHOT or CLA VES), CP (HAN DCLAP or MARACAS), CB (COWBELL), CY (CYMBAL), OH (OPEN HIHAT), and CH (CLOSED HIHAT). The second function of the control is as a selector for the 12 memories used in composing Rhythm Tracks.
How can complex rhythms be written?
By combining the 1st part and 2nd parts with suitable PRE-SCALE information it is possible to write rhythms with up to 32 evenly spaced increments for writing complex or subtly flexible rhythms of virtually any time signature.
What is the PLAY Mode?
The PLAY Mode allows a selection of up to 12 independently programmed rhythm compositions to be played with a combined maximum memory of 768 bars. These tracks are selected by the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector to the right of the MODE selector.
What does the Tempo Control do?
The Tempo Control is used for coarse selection of the TEMPO, featuring forty click-stop positions for increased precision when setting or resetting a Rhythm pattern’s tempo.
What does the FINE control do?
A FINE control located to the right of the TEMPO control varies the tempo slightly beyond the range of each of the TEMPO control’s click stop positions.
What is the AUTO FILL IN selector used for?
The AUTO FILL IN selector is used to insert fill rhythms into the MANUAL PLAY Mode of the TR-808. When the AUTO FILL IN selector is in the MANUAL position, Fill In Rhythms are inserted manually by pressing the TAP button.
What are the Voice Selectors used for?
These selectors, located over most of the upper half of the panel are used for the mixing and in some cases, voicing and selecting the various instrument sounds available on the TR-808. The ACCENT, located at the extreme left of these selectors is used to give emphasis to any other voice programmed on the same step. The LEVEL control sets the amount of emphasis given to the other voices.
What controls does the BASS DRUM have?
The BASS DRUM has variable LEVEL, TONE, and a DECAY control that either allows the drum to ring or to be muffled.
What controls does the SNARE DRUM have?
The SNARE DRUM has variable LEVEL, TONE, and a SNAPPY control that simulates the sound of the snares moving closer to and farther from the bottom drum head.
What do the STEP buttons do?
STEP buttons select which Rhythm is played and are divided into two groups: BASIC RHYTHMS which number 1-12, and INTRO/FILL INs which number 1-4. Normally the BASIC RHYTHMS have priority in they play first when the START/STOP button is pressed. This priority is indicated by their LEDs flashing. Priority can be assigned to the INTRO/FILL INs by pressing the TAP button. The STEP buttons are also used in programming Rhythm Patterns.
What does the BASIC VARIATION switch do?
The BASIC VARIATION switch selects which of the two Modes (A or 8) will be played when one of the STEP buttons is pressed. Each of the STEP buttons has two Modes which will independently (for a total of 32 different rhythms) or can be played together for a two measure Rhythm. The A Mode plays the A Rhythm while the B Mode does likewise. When the BASIC VARIATION switch is set to AB the TR-808 will first play the A Mode followed by the B Mode and then repeating in the same manner.
How does Automatic insertion of Rhythms work?
Automatic insertion of Rhythms is accomplished in any of the other positions marked 16, 12, 8, 4, and 2. When set at these positions, the Fill In Rhythm selected will play every 16th measure, every 12th measure, and so on.
What controls do the TOMS have?
The three TOMs have variable LEVEL, TUNING and can also be switched to become Congas.
What controls do the RIM SHOT, HAND CLAP, and COW BELL have?
The RIM SHOT, HAND CLAP, and COW BELL have variable LEVEL and RIM SHOT and HAND CLAP can be switched to become, respectively, CLAVES and MARACAS.
What controls do the Cymbal voices have?
The three Cymbal voices all have variable LEVEL. The CYMBAL voice features a TONE control and also a DECAY control to simulate the sound of hitting the Cymbal closer or further from the bell. The OPEN HI HAT sound also features DECAY and this sound is especially effective used in conjunction with the CLOSED HI HAT.
When are VOICE selectors variable?
VOICE selectors are variable during both writing Rhythm Patterns and Composing Rhythm Tracks as well as during both PLAY Modes.
What does the 1/F VARIATION switch do?
The 1/F Variation Switch performs in exactly the same manner as the BASIC VARIATION switch, but is used only for the INTRO/FILL INs. The playing of A and B 1/F VARIATIONs are also indicated by the Variation LEDs.
What does the Start/Stop Button do?
The Start/Stop Button begins or ends the playing of a programmed Rhythm or Rhythm Track.
What does the Tap Button do?
The Tap Button is used for Manual insertion of INTROs and FILL INs and is also used for Manual Programming in Real time.
What does the Master Volume do?
The Master Volume sets the overall output volume of the TR-808.
What should be done to protect the TR-808’s programs and circuitry?
Before the TR-808 is connected or disconnected from its power source, switched ‘On’ or ‘Off’, or any connection to other equipment is made or broken, make all connections to other equipment with both units’ power switched ‘Off’. Once all connections are made, switch ‘On’ the power to the other units first, the TR-808 last. This procedure will give the maximum protection against power surges that might possibly damage the digital circuitry within the TR-808.
What is the ideal amplification for the TR-808?
Ideal amplification will reproduce its realistic drum sounds faithfully with a minimum of added distortion and coloration. Amplification and speakers with a wide frequency response are necessary to reproduce the TR-808’s sounds which range from the high frequencies of the six-oscillator CYMBAL sound to the bass punch of the BASS DRUM. Avoid equipment or speakers chosen to color the sound to suit a particular instrument such as a guitar or bass guitar.
How should the level be matched with amplification?
When using amplification with both Hi and Lo gain inputs begin by matching the Hi gain output of the TR-808 to the Lo gain input of your amp. Listen to this combination, then compare the Lo output to Hi input and choose the combination with the lowest noise level. If distortion is present and more headroom is needed at the pre-amp, send the TR-808 Lo gain output to the Lo gain input of the amplifier.
How can you check your amplification?
Set each Instrument LEVEL control to approximately the 2 o’clock position, set the MASTER VOLUME control to a central position, and play various rhythms with the TR-808. Listen carefully for any fuzziness, lack of crispness, fragmented attacks or other evidence of distortion. Adjust your connections and level settings, trying to achieve the cleanest possible sound while maintaining a sufficient volume level. On amps with a separate Pre-amp and Master Volume controls it is usually best to set the Pre-amp for a clean signal and adjust the Master Volume of the amp if you need extra level.
What Audio Outputs does the TR-808 offer?
The TR-808 offers a complete selection of Audio Outputs to give you creative control over its sounds. The MASTER OUT jacks already mentioned are summed outputs, combining the outputs of each instrument within any given program in proportion to its own Instrument Level Control. The TR-808 back panel also includes a separate MULTI OUT jack for each individual instrument. Connecting any of these jacks removes that instrument from the summed MASTER OUT signal, sending it off separately at a level determined by its own instrument LEVEL control. The MASTER VOLUME control has no effect on these outputs. These individual instrument Outputs allow effects to be added or fine adjustments to be made to individual drum sounds, or allows complete control over a stereo drum mix.
What kind of connection cords does the TR-808 use?
The TR-808 is provided with a low noise connection cord terminating in a 1 /4 inch phone jack for output connection on the other end. The 1 /4 inch phone jack adapter will be used for most amplification connection. The RCA jack offers access to most component hi-fi systems.
What should the SYNC INPUT/OUTPUT switch be set to when using the TR-808 by itself?
When using the TR-808 by itself (without interfacing to other units using the SYNC connection), the SYNC INPUT/OUTPUT switch on the rear panel should be set to the OUTPUT position. The TR-808 will not operate on its own with this switch in the INPUT position.
What kind of Trigger Outputs does the TR-808 provide?
The TR-808 Rhythm Composer provides three independent, programmable Trigger Outputs to allow interfacing with synthesizers or sequencers. Each trigger signal is a positive 15 Volt, 20 millisecond pulse suitable for activating either the Trigger or Gate inputs of most major brands of equipment. The three Trigger Outputs correspond to rhythms programmed into the CB (COWBELL), CP (HAND CLAP) and/or the AC (ACCENT) respectively, rhythms determined by the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector and programming.
What is the Pedal Switching used for?
The TR-808 is equipped with two 1 /4 inch Pedal Switch jacks for connection with optional Roland DP-2 Damper pedals. These jacks provide remote control options for the Start/Stop function and the Fill-In function without defeating those functions at the front panel START/STOP button and TAP button respectively.
How can the TR-808 be synchronized with other units?
The SYNC In/Out section of the TR-808 allows it to be synchronized perfectly with units such as the Roland CS0-600 Digital Sequencer, allowing each unit total rhythmic freedom while remaining in perfect tempo with one another. This interfacing uses the exclusive TR-808 PRE-SCALE and the CS0-600 SYNC LOAD functions and controls the tempo, starting and stopping of both units from the CSQ-600. To Sync two units, connect a five pin DIN cord to the SYNC jack on each unit and move the TR-808 SYNC switch to the INPUT position for connection to the CSOB00, or to the OUTPUT position for connection to the Jupiter-8. The TR-808 may also be Sync’d to the Arpeggio section of the Roland Jupiter 8 polyphonic synthesizer. The TR-808 may also be Sync’d to the Roland MC-4 polyphonic sequencer, using either the TR-808 or the MC-4 to control the other unit.
Does the TR-808 have memory back-up?
The TR-808 Rhythm Composer features a non-volatile memory which will retain rhythm programs and track compositions when switched off and disconnected. The TR-808 relies on batteries as a back-up circuit to protect these memories. The TR-808 batteries must be replaced once a year to ensure proper operation.
How are the TR-808 batteries replaced?
- Connect the TR-808 to power and switch it ‘On’ to protect its memories while replacing the batteries. Be sure to have the MODE selector in either the MANUAL PLAY or PLAY position.
- Open the battery cover on the bottom of the TR-808 body using a coin or screwdriver.
- Remove old batteries from the battery case. ALWAYS REPLACE THE ENTIRE SET OF BATTERIES.
- Insert new batteries, making sure that their polarities are correct as indicated in the battery case.
- Close the cover, insert and tighten the retaining screw.
How do you play the preset Rhythm Patterns?
After hooking up the TR-808, set the MODE selector to the MANUAL PLAY position. When this is done, you will notice that the LED on the Number 6 button will begin to flash. This tells you that the # 6 Rhythm is the first one that will play when you hit the START/STOP button. If #6 is not flashing, press that button and it will do so. Set the BASIC VARIATION switch to A, and the A LED will light. Press the START/STOP button to start the Rhythm running. Adjust the Tempo with the TEMPO, which is used for coarse adjustment of the Tempo. Subtle Tempo adjustment can be accomplished with the FINE control. While the Rhythm is running you will notice that the LED indicators on the STEP buttons flash in sequence from the left to the right of the unit. The speed of their sequential motion will correspond to the tempo of the pattern (which is set by the TEMPO control).
How can you switch from one BASIC RHYTHM to another while the Rhythm is playing?
The TR-808 will always finish the measure it is playing before switching to the newly selected Rhythm. However, if the new Rhythm is selected on the first beat of the measure the new Rhythm will begin on the second beat of that same measure.
How do INTRO/FILL IN RHYTHMS work?
Press the TAP button and you will see the Number 1 INTRO/FILL IN button begin to flash while the # 3 BASIC RHYTHM button stays lit but does not flash. This means that the # 1 INTRO/FILL IN rhythm will be the Rhythm that will play when you hit the START/STOP button. Unlike the BASIC RHYTHMS however, the INTRO/FILL IN RHYTHMS will play only once and then switch to the selected BASIC RHYTHM. Stop the Rhythm and press the TAP button again. You will see that the # 1 INTRO FILL IN will begin to flash indicating it will play first. Should you want to cancel this function, simply press the TAP button once more, and the # 3 BASIC RHYTHM button will flash, and it will play first when START is engaged.
How are Fill ins added?
Fill ins are added in the same way, only while the rhythm is running, rather than at the beginning of the piece. Set your TR-808 so that BASIC RHYTHM # 3 is flashing (indicating its priority). Set the AUTO FILL IN selector to MANUAL. Select FILL IN rhythm # 3 but do not make it flash by pressing the TAP button. Start the BASIC RHYTHM # 3, and while it is running press the TAP button. At the end of the measure in which you pressed the TAP button, the TR-808 will switch to INTRO/FILL IN # 3 and play it once, and switch back to BASIC RHYTHM # 3.
How does the Automatic Fill In Rhythms work?
When the AUTO FILL IN selector is switched to 2 the FILL IN Rhythm will occur every 2nd measure. When the other positions are selected the FILL IN will occur every 4th, 8th, 12th and 16th measure, automatically. Should you start the TR-808 running with an INTRO before a BASIC RHYTHM, you will find that the INTRO is not counted in the number of measures in the FILL IN function. Even during play while using the Automatic Fill in function, FILL IN Rhythms can be further added by pressing the TAP button. To cancel the Automatic Fill In, turn the AUTO FILL IN selector to Manual.
How does the Variation function work?
The TR-808 can play two different Rhythm patterns for each of the sixteen STEP buttons. These are called the A and B Modes and are operated by the two switches labeled BASIC VARIATION and 1/F VARIATION. Move the BASIC VARIATION switch from the A Mode to the B Mode. You will notice that the LED beneath the switch indicates your motion. The LED indicates which of the Modes you will hear first. Leaving the BASIC RHYTHM button set at # 3, play the B Mode of this Rhythm by pressing the START/ STOP button. You will notice that it is slightly different from the A Mode. When the BASIC VARIATION switch is set to either A or B, it will only play that Mode and will not switch from one to the other. When the switch is set at the AB position the TR-808 will play the A Mode and the B alternately, always beginning in the A Mode.
How does the 1/F VARIATION switch work?
The 1/F VARIATION switch performs in an identical manner to the BASIC VARIATION switch except that it has no AB position as Intro or Fill Ins are usually added only one measure at a time. Like the BASIC VARIATION switch, the A or B Mode is indicated by the LEDs above the START/STOP button.
How can Rhythms be written?
Set the MODE selector to PATTERN CLEAR. This will cause the LED on the BASIC RHYTHM selected to stop flashing. Press BASIC RHYTHM # 1 and set the BASIC VARIATION to A. Press the CLEAR button to clear whatever might be in memory. When the CLEAR button is pressed there are instances when the LEDs for the 1st Part, 2nd Part, or the VARIATION may light up or flash on and off, which is normal. Set the MODE selector to PATTERN WRITE: 1st PART. Press the START/ STOP button to Start the Rhythm. While the Rhythm is running, set the PRE SCALE selector switch to “3” and press the CLEAR button. Choose an instrument sound to be programmed by rotating the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector. Touch the BASIC RHYTHM buttons that correspond with the Step Numbers. When the BASS DRUM is sounding properly, switch the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector to SD, and program the SNARE DRUM as it indicated on the Program Score. Continue programming the other instrument voices indicated on the Program Score. If you make a mistake and press the wrong switch, simply press it again and the LED will go out indicating it has been canceled.
How can you program in real time?
While the Rhythm you just programmed is running, return the INSTRUMENT/ TRACK selector to SD and cancel the Snare Drum sounds you programmed by pressing switches 5, 13, and 14. You can now re-program the SNARE DRUM simply by pressing the TAP button at appropriate places in the measure. Wherever you pressed the TAP button there will automatically be programmed a Snare Drum sound.
What is the relationship between Steps and Programming?
Each measure is divided into a certain number of parts which are called Steps. The Rhythm you just programmed used a 16 Step measure, which was played in 4/4 time. Therefore the measure was comprised of four quarter notes, each quarter notes was comprised of four sixteenth notes and each sixteenth note corresponded to one Step.
How do you set the Pre-Scale?
Stop the Rhythm and set the MODE selector to PATTERN CLEAR. Press BASIC RHYTHM button # 1. Make sure the BASIC VARIATION switch is set to A, and press the CLEAR button, erasing the memory. Set the MODE selector to PATTERN WRITE 1st PART and press the START/STOP button. Set the PRE SCALE selector switch to # 3. Press the CLEAR button but do not let it up. While holding it down press the switch for Step # 12, then release the CLEAR button. You have just set a 12 Step pattern using a # 3 Pre Scale.
How is programming of A and B Modes done?
Programming of A and B Modes is done in the same manner, the sole difference being the position of the BASIC VARIATION or 1/F VARIATION switch during the programming.
How do you program a two measure Rhythm Pattern?
Stop the Rhythm and set the MODE selector to PATTERN CLEAR. Make sure you are in BASIC RHYTHM # 1 and set the BASIC VARIATION switch to AB. Press the CLEAR button. Set the MODE selector to 1st PART PATTERN WRITE, START the Rhythm and set the PRE SCALE selector to 1. While pressing the CLEAR button press the switch for step # 12 as you did before. Set the BASIC VARIATION switch to A and program the following Rhythm, programming the A part only. When this is completed, set the BASIC VARIATION switch to B and program in exactly the same manner. Press the START/STOP button when programming is completed.
How do you program the 1st and 2nd Part?
Stop the Rhythm and set the MODE selector to PATTERN CLEAR. Press Basic Rhythm # 1 set the BASIC VARIATION switch to A and press the CLEAR button. Set the MODE selector to 1st PART PATTERN WRITE, and start the Rhythm. Set the PRE SCALE selector to 4 and press the CLEAR button. Set the MODE selector to 2nd PART PATTERN WRITE. When this last step is done, the LEDs for each step from 1 to 16 will go off. While pressing the CLEAR button, press the switch for Step Number 16 (which indicates Step 32 because you are in the 2nd Part). When this is done you have set up a 32 Step pattern and the flow of the LEDs will change from the First Part to the Second Part. Set the MODE selector to 1st PART and Program according to the following Program Score. When this is done, set the MODE selector to the 2nd PART position and program in the same manner according to the 2nd Part on the Program Score.
How does memory work?
With the Clearing operation (pressing the CLEAR button) both the 1st and 2nd Parts are erased. At this point the 1st Part is set at 16 Steps and the 2nd Part is set at 0 Steps. Therefore, when using the 2nd Part it is necessary to set up the Step number for the 2nd Part. The number of Steps in the 1st and 2nd Parts do not have to be the same (unlike the A and B Modes which are always the same).
How can a Rhythm Track be composed?
With the Rhythm Pattern stopped, set the MODE selector to COMPOSE. When this is done, one of the LEDs on the STEP will flash on and off. The second function of the INSTRUMENT/ TRACK selector is to select which of the 12 available memory banks will be used for your Rhythm Track. Set the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector to # 1 and press the CLEAR button to clear that memory bank so you can Compose there. Begin your Rhythm Track with the# 1 INTRO/FILL IN and then use one of your BASIC RHYTHMS for the main beat. Make sure your VARIATION switches are both set to A. Press the START/STOP button to begin Composing. When this is pressed while in the COMPOSE MOOE, every change of Rhythm Patterns will be memorized (up to 768 measures). Let the BASIC RHYTHM run for 16 measures or so, changing Rhythm Patterns by switching from one BASIC RHYTHM or 16 measures press the START/STOP button to end the Composing function.
How do you hear a Composition?
To hear the Composition, turn the MODE selector to PLAY and press the START/STOP button. The Rhythm Track will begin, and all your switching you had made between BASIC RHYTHMS or INTRO/FILL INs will be indicated by the LEDs. At the end of the Track press the START/STOP button. If you don’t, the Track will be repeated.
What does the Rhythm Track memorize?
The Rhythm Track will memorize the exact number and sequence of the Rhythm Patterns you select, and will also remember how many times each was repeated. Each of the 12 Tracks will memorize up to 64 measures, and these can be used separately or all together for a maximum Composition of 768 measures.
How does the Variation function interact with composing a Rhythm Track?
The Variation function (BASIC VARIATION and 1/F VARIATION) is a ‘‘Play’’ function only. This means that when Composing Rhythm Tracks, the TR-808 will not memorize the setting of either Variation switch. When you are composing a Rhythm Track and you choose BASIC RHYTHM # 5 while the Variation switch is at the “A” Position, the TR-808 will only memorize the fact that it is BASIC RHYTHM # 5. Any Rhythm Patterns recorded on a Rhythm Track will be played back according to the setting of the Variation during playback.
How can a Rhythm Track be edited?
Set the MODE selector to COMPOSE. Choose the Track to be edited and start the Rhythm, but do not press the CLEAR button. When the sequence reaches the measure that you want to replace, switch to only the Rhythm Pattern you want. You can not change the number of the total measures of the Track when Editing. The timing for making the edit switch is exactly the same as the procedure you used in switching between Rhythm Patterns. In the COMPOSE MODE, you will find that you can use the TAP button to insert INTROs or FILL INs, so use the switches themselves as you did with the BASIC RHYTHMS.
What are some notes on composing?
- In editing mode, the Fill In or the Basic Rhythm which previously programmed can be replaced by only depressing the Rhythm Select switch for INTRO/FILL IN. Therefore, in case the rhythm sequence has various Fill in rhythm patterns, first of all compose the rhythm track without using Fill In, and then replace the Basic Rhythm pattern with the Fill In rhythm pattern you want in editing mode.
- In case of programming a rhythm pattern which has two different pre-scales in a measure, this rhythm pattern can be divided into two rhythm patterns. For example, in case a measure has 16 beats and triplets, this rhythm pattern can be composed by programming part of 16 beats and part of triplets into two rhythm patterns independently. That is, in composing, compose these two rhythm patterns as a measure.
- A Fill In Rhythm pattern which is shorter than a quarter note can not be programmed on INTRO/FILL IN. But this rhythm pattern is available by using Basic Rhythm pattern.
What is the procedure for basic programming?
- Stop the rhythm with the START/STOP button.
- Set the MODE selector to PATTERN CLEAR.
- Select either the A or B Mode (VARIATION) and create a pattern with the STEP buttons and the VARIATION Switches.
- Set the BASIC VARIATION Switch to AB.
- Press the CLEAR button.
- Set the MODE selector to PATTERN WRITE 1st PART.
- Press the START/STOP button.
- Choose the PRE-SCALE.
- Press the CLEAR button.
- While pressing the CLEAR button, press the key for steps.
- Set the MODE selector to 1st PART PATTERN WRITE.
- Choose the instrument with the INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector.
- Program the steps that are to be programmed.
- Set the BASIC VARIATION Switch to B and repeat instruction 1.
- Set the MODE selector to PATTERN WRITE and repeat instruction 1.
- Program the other instrument sounds and ACCENT by repeating instructions 2 to 4.
- Press the START/STOP button when programming has been completed.
How do you program the 1st and 2nd PART?
- Set the BASIC VARIATION Switch to A.
- Set the MODE selector to PATTERN WRITE and repeat instruction 1.
- Program the other instrument sounds and ACCENT by repeating instructions 2 to 4.
- Set the MODE selector to 2nd PART PATTERN WRITE and repeat instruction 4D)-1.
- Program the other instrument sounds and ACCENT by repeating instructions 0-3 to 4I)-2.
- Press the START/STOP button when programming has been completed.
How do you play a rhythm pattern?
- Set the MODE selector to MANUAL PLAY.
- Select the rhythm pattern you want to play (combination of the BASIC RHYTHM buttons and the BASIC VARIATION Switch).
- Press the START/STOP button.
How do you set an Intro?
- Select the rhythm for introduction with the combination of the INTRO/FILL IN buttons and the I/F VARIATION Switch.
- Press the TAP button.
- Press the START/STOP button.
How do you add a Fill In manually?
- Select the rhythm for filling in the BASIC RHYTHM with the combination of the INTRO/FILL IN buttons and the I/F VARIATION Switch.
- Press the Tap button at the place in the basic rhythm were you want to fill in the additional rhythm.
How do you add a Fill In automatically?
- Select the rhythm for filling in the BASIC RHYTHM with the combination of the INTRO/FILL IN buttons and the I/F VARIATION Switch.
- Choose the fill-in passage with the AUTO FILL IN selector.
- Press the START/STOP button.
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