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MC-808_r_e.book 3 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Main features Groovebox that unifies MIDI and audio The MC-808 is a tabletop workstation that combines a serious synthesizer and sampler in a single sound production unit, along with a built-in sequencer. From song production to performance, this unit provides everything you need.
MC-808_r_e.book 4 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents Main features...........................................................................................3 Contents ..................................................................................................4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY....................................................................10 IMPORTANT NOTES .............................................................................12 Panel descriptions .................................
MC-808_r_e.book 5 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents Pattern Mode ...........................................41 Playing patterns ....................................................................................42 Selecting and playing a pattern .............................................................................................................. 42 Basic playback operation .............................................................................................................
MC-808_r_e.book 6 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) .............................................................70 Basic procedure for pattern editing ....................................................................................................... 70 Copying a portion of a pattern (COPY) ..................................................................................... 71 Erasing unwanted performance data (ERASE) ..............................................
MC-808_r_e.book 7 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents Patch/Sample Mode.................................85 Editing patches (Patch Edit) ................................................................86 How a patch is organized........................................................................................................................ 86 How a tone is organized .............................................................................................................. 86 Selecting a patch .
MC-808_r_e.book 8 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents Song Mode ............................................105 Playing songs......................................................................................106 Playing a song ......................................................................................................................................... 106 Basic playback operation ...........................................................................................................
MC-808_r_e.book 9 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Contents V-LINK ...................................................127 About V-LINK.......................................................................................128 What is V-LINK? .................................................................................................................................... 128 Connection examples ....................................................................................................................
MC-808_r_e.book 10 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 USING THE UNIT SAFELY The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
MC-808_r_e.book 11 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 012b 101b • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation. ...............................................................................................
MC-808_r_e.book 12 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 10, please read and observe the following: Power Supply Repairs and Data • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor.
MC-808_r_e.book 13 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 IMPORTANT NOTES Before Using Cards 704 • Carefully insert the CompactFlash card all the way in—until it is firmly in place. fig.M512-Insert 705 • Never touch the terminals of the CompactFlash card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty. 707 • This unit’s memory card slot accepts CompactFlash memory cards. Microdrive storage media are not compatible.
MC-808_r_e.book 14 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Panel descriptions Top panel fig.panel_j-001 1 2 3 4 5 12 6 8 13 15 7 14 9 11 10 4 MODE 1 D BEAM D BEAM (D Beam Controllers) [SOLO SYNTH] Switches the D BEAM on/off. You can modify the patterns or sounds by passing your hand over these (p. 58). Play the MC-808 as a monophonic synthesizer (p. 59). [SONG] [PATTERN] * [TURNTABLE] [FILTER] Hold down [SHIFT] and press one of the corresponding buttons to access the D BEAM setting screen.
MC-808_r_e.book 15 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Panel descriptions 7 [V-LINK] [PATTERN CALL] [RPS] [ARPEGGIO] [CHORD MEMORY] 12 Switches V-LINK on/off (p. 129). After pressing this button, you can use the keyboard pads to select patterns (p. 49). Switches RPS on/off (p. 50). Switches the ARPEGGIO on/off (p. 53). Switches the CHORD MEMORY on/off (p. 56).
MC-808_r_e.book 16 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Panel descriptions Rear panel fig.0-02 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 4 1 POWER switch 5 Press to turn the power on/off (p. 18). These connectors connect the MC-808 with other MIDI devices, enabling the sending and receiving of MIDI messages. • IN: This connector receives messages from another MIDI device. • OUT: This connector transmits messages to another MIDI device. MIDI connectors (IN, OUT) 2 DC IN Connect the included power cable here (p. 17).
MC-808_r_e.book 17 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Getting ready Making connections The MC-808 is not equipped with an internal amp or speakers. To hear sound, you will need to connect it to a keyboard amp or audio system, or connect headphones. Refer to the following figure when connecting the MC-808 with external devices. 921 * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. fig.Connect.
MC-808_r_e.book 18 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Getting ready Turning on/off the power 941 * Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. 1. Make sure that all volume controls on the MC-808 and connected devices are set to “0.” 2. Turn on the device connected to the INPUT jacks. 3. Turn on the MC-808’s POWER switch. 4.
MC-808_r_e.book 19 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Getting ready Preventing theft of the CompactFlash card A card protector for preventing theft of the CompactFlash card is included with the MC-808. You can install the card protector as follows. 1. Insert the CompactFlash card into the memory card slot. 2. Attach the card protector. 3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws from the bottom panel and install them in the CARD LOCK screw holes.
MC-808_r_e.book 20 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 An overview of the MC-808 The MC-808’s four modes The MC-808 has four modes. You’ll switch between these modes depending on how you want to play the MC-808 or according to the operations you want to perform. fig.02-004.e Pattern mode (p. 41) Song mode (p. 105) In this mode you can play, record, and edit patterns. Press [PATTERN] to select Pattern mode. Patch/Sample mode (p. 85) In this mode you can play, record, and edit songs.
MC-808_r_e.book 21 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 An overview of the MC-808 Songs Rhythm sets fig.02-006.e fig.02-008.e SNARE Songs Overview The structure of the sounds CLAP HI-HAT B3 Pattern Pattern Pattern Pattern A song consists of one or more patterns connected in the desired playback order. You can specify a playback order consisting of up to fifty patterns. Patterns and Parts KICK RIM TOM CYMBAL A rhythm set assigns a separate instrumental sound to each note.
MC-808_r_e.book 22 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 An overview of the MC-808 About the sequencer section A sequencer is a device that records performance data and plays back the recorded performance data. The MC-808 contains a sequencer that successively plays back patterns and lets you change the way in which they play back. This type of sequencer is called a “pattern sequencer.
MC-808_r_e.book 23 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 About the motorized faders The MC-808 lets you use the eight motorized faders to control the volume, panning, etc. of each part in real time. The MC-808’s moving faders will normally move automatically according to the most recent data of the pattern, and provide an instant and extremely convenient visual indication of the current settings.
MC-808_r_e.book 24 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Basic operation of the MC-808 Adjusting the display contrast (LCD Contrast) If you find the display difficult to read, use the following procedure to adjust the display contrast. fig.02-020 Modifying a value Use the VALUE dial to make large changes in a value, or use the [INC] [DEC] to change a value in steps of one. An underline character is shown under the location where you can modify a value. This is called the “cursor.” fig.02-011.
MC-808_r_e.book 25 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Basic operation of the MC-808 “Undo” means to return the modified performance data to the state prior to your most recent change, and “Redo” means to cancel the Undo operation so that your change is re-applied. Restoring the factory settings (Factory Reset) Overview Canceling the previous action (Undo/Redo) Here’s how to restore the settings of the MC-808 to their factory-set state.
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MC-808_r_e.book 27 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Quick Start This chapter describes what you can do using the MC-808. It takes you through several basic procedures, such as the simplest way to play patterns and the steps for creating a pattern. Reference pages are given for each item, so you can easily look up the details when you’re ready to learn more. We hope this will help you grasp the essentials of the MC-808.
MC-808_r_e.book 28 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 1. Listening to patterns The MC-808 provides approximately 256 patterns containing carefully selected sounds from a wide range of categories. All of them were newly created by artists that are active in today’s music scene. The patterns are categorized by artist. Let’s start by listening to these patterns. 6. Selecting and playing a pattern Repeat steps 3–4 to select the next pattern. The display will indicate the number and name of the next pattern. fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 29 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Now let’s try creating an original pattern. What’s a sequencer? The MC-808’s sequencer function lets you create a song by recording your keyboard or pad performance in real time or using step recording. When you play back, the performance you recorded will be reproduced. 2-0 Preparing an empty pattern 2-1 Selecting a sound (patch) On the MC-808, a “pattern” consists of sixteen “parts.
MC-808_r_e.book 30 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern 2. 2-2 Using the MC-808’s sounds to create a pattern Press the keyboard pads to make 1, 5, 9, and 13 light. fig.qs-010 You can also use the Undo function (p. 25). 2-2-1 Using TR-REC to enter the rhythm We recommend that you use TR-REC (p. 67) to enter the rhythm, since this lets you enter notes at precise timings. Enter the closed hi-hat 1. Select the closed hi-hat “B 4.” fig.qs-011 Enter the following notes. fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 31 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Enter the bass 2-2-2 Using STEP REC to enter the bass 1. Set “Note Type” to “16th notes.” fig.qs-020.e We recommend that you use STEP REC (p. 68) to enter the bass, since this is a good way to enter repeated notes. Move the cursor, and use the VALUE dial or [INC] [DEC] to select a note type. Prepare for recording 2. Press “OCT+” and “OCT-” simultaneously to restore the octave shift to 0.
MC-808_r_e.book 32 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern 2-2-3 Turning one measure of data into four measures (Copy) 2-2-4 Using the Arpeggio function for realtime recording It’s convenient to use the Copy function (p. 71) when you need to repeat the same data. By using the Arpeggio function (p. 53) you can play a complex melody in real time just by pressing a simple chord. 1. Prepare for recording Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [1]. The Edit Copy screen will appear.
MC-808_r_e.book 33 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern 2-2-5 Using the Chord Memory function for realtime recording By using the Chord Memory function (p. 56) you can play complex chords in real time with a single finger. Prepare for recording 1. Select part 4. 2. Press [REC]. The recording menu screen will appear. 3. Use [CURSOR ] to select “Realtime Rec,” and press [ENTER]. You’ll be in realtime recording standby mode. 1. Press [STOP] to stop recording. 2.
MC-808_r_e.book 34 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern 2-2-6 Using an external keyboard for realtime recording 2-2-7 Using TR-REC and Realtime REC to create a snare roll If you want to record your keyboard playing, you’ll find it more convenient to perform using an external keyboard. By using TR-REC (described earlier) to record fader operations in real time, you can create a gradually intensifying snare roll. 1. Prepare for recording Connect your external keyboard.
MC-808_r_e.book 35 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Stop recording Press [STOP] to stop recording. Recording the fader movement Next, you’ll use the fader to record a volume change in real time. 1. Press [PART LEVEL]. 2. Press [PART ASSIGN] so it’s lit. Now you can use the faders to control parts 9–16. 3. Move the part 11 fader all the way down to a level of 0. 4. Begin realtime recording. 5.
MC-808_r_e.book 36 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern 2-3 Making effect settings for each part For each part, you can edit the Output Assign setting to specify whether that part will be sent through an effect. Here we’re going to apply a multi-effect to part 3. Set the output assignment for part 3 1. Select part 3. 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [13]. The part parameter screen will appear.
MC-808_r_e.book 37 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Mastering is the process of applying a stereo compressor (limiter) to the final output of the MC-808 to make the volume more consistent. If you intend to create an audio CD, mastering will allow you to record at the optimal level. The mastering effect is applied to the entire MC-808. It is not a setting for individual patches or patterns.
MC-808_r_e.book 38 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Other: Using audio phrases to create patterns In addition to using its internal sounds, the MC-808 also lets you create patterns using audio files you’ve imported from an external source. Recording a vocal along with your song (Solo Sampling) By using a method called “solo sampling” you can sample just the sound from the external input while playing the pattern as usual.
MC-808_r_e.book 39 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 2. Creating an original pattern Other: Creating original sounds Quick Start The MC-808 has motorized faders that show the current settings at a glance, and these faders will move to follow changes in the settings in real time. This simplifies operation, and makes it easy to edit sounds. Carefully selected parameters are assigned to the faders for patch editing, so you can create original sounds efficiently and intuitively.
MC-808_r_e.book 40 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 3. Playing patterns By successively playing back your original patterns and existing patterns while you use the faders (or other means) to add variation to your performance, you can perform a song in real time in a way similar to creating a DJ mix.
MC-808_r_e.book 41 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Pattern Mode In this mode you can play, record, and edit patterns.
MC-808_r_e.book 42 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Selecting and playing a pattern 6. fig.03-003 1 2 4 Use steps 2 and 3 to select the next pattern. The number in the NEXT display will change, and will be blinking. The LCD display will show the pattern name. fig.03-005.e 5 6 3 7. 1. Press [PATTERN] so it’s lit; you’re in Pattern mode. The display will indicate the number and name of the currently selected pattern. * Press [ENTER] to confirm the next pattern.
MC-808_r_e.book 43 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns BPM (tempo) when playing patterns successively Basic playback operation Use the following buttons to control the playback. fig.1-02.e Each pattern has its own specified tempo (BPM). If you play back patterns successively, the tempo will also change when the pattern changes.
MC-808_r_e.book 44 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Changing the BPM (Tempo) BPM stands for Beats Per Minute, and indicates the number of quarter-note beats in each minute. Using the VALUE dial Viewing the number of measures in a pattern Here’s how you can view the total number of measures in the current pattern and check the current playback location. fig.03-006 fig.03-008 2 1 3 1 1. 1. Press [TAP]. The LCD display shows the current tempo value. fig.03-009 2.
MC-808_r_e.book 45 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Muting a pattern A pattern contains sixteen parts. You can mute each part or rhythm tone in real time. Muting a specific part (Part Mute) Various ways to mute fig.03-011 Playing the next pattern with the current mute settings preserved (Mute Remain) 1 2 1. While a pattern is playing, select the next pattern. 2. Press [PLAY]. The mute settings of each part will remain, and playback will switch to the pattern you selected. fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 46 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Using the motorized faders to edit the pattern settings You can use the MC-808’s eight motorized faders to adjust settings such as volume and pan for each part in real time. Of course you can also record fader movements into the pattern (p. 65).
MC-808_r_e.book 47 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Transposing during playback (Realtime Transpose) fig.03-012 Using the keyboard pads 1. Make sure that both the [PATTERN CALL] and [RPS] indicators are dark. 2. Hold down [TRANSPOSE] and press a keyboard pad to specify the desired transposition. You can specify a transposition in the range of -12–+12 semitones, centered on the C4 note (keyboard pad [2] when the Octave Shift setting is “0”). 1 fig.03-014 1 C4 1.
MC-808_r_e.book 48 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Using the keyboard pads to play sounds fig.03-016 Sustaining the notes you play (Hold) If you press [HOLD] so it’s lit, the notes will be sustained even after you take your hand off the keyboard pads. The sound will stop when you press [HOLD] once again and turn off the indicator. 1 fig.03-032 2 3 4 1. Make sure that both the [PATTERN CALL] and [RPS] indicators are dark. 2. Press [PART] (SELECT/MUTE) so its indicator is not lit. 3.
MC-808_r_e.book 49 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Various ways to use the keyboard pads Using the keyboard pads to recall patterns (Pattern Call) You can use the sixteen keyboard pads as buttons to select patterns. The patterns that are registered to each of the sixteen keyboard pads are handled as one “pattern set.” You are free to edit the contents of a pattern set, and can store 50 different sets. You can also switch between pattern sets during pattern playback.
MC-808_r_e.book 50 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Using the keyboard pads to play phrases (RPS) Any phrase that’s been assigned to one of the sixteen pads will continue playing as long as you hold down its pad. The phrases that are registered to the sixteen pads are handled as one “RPS set.” You are free to edit the contents of an RPS set, and can store 50 different sets. You can also switch between RPS sets during pattern playback. Using RPS Registering a phrase in an RPS set fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 51 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns RPS Hold RPS Settings You can make a phrase continue playing even after you release your finger from the keyboard pad. 1. 1. Press [HOLD] so the indicator is lit. 2. Press a keyboard pad to play a phrase. You can stop that phrase by pressing the same pad once again. To hold individual phrases 1. Hold down [HOLD] and press a keyboard pad to play a phrase.
MC-808_r_e.book 52 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Adjusting the settings of the RPS parts (RPS mixer) RPS playback uses dedicated RPS parts that are separate from conventional pattern playback. The patterns that are assigned to keyboard pads [1]–[16] will play RPS parts 1–16. Here’s how to adjust the settings of these RPS parts. fig.03-024 RPS realtime modify You can use the faders to modify the sound of the phrase being played by RPS. 1. Press [RPS] so its indicator is lighted. 2.
MC-808_r_e.book 53 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Pressing a chord to play an arpeggio (Arpeggiator) The MC-808’s Arpeggiator function lets you perform arpeggios just by playing the chords, using the notes in the chords you play. Not only can you use the factory-set arpeggio styles, which determine the way the arpeggio is played, but you can also freely rewrite styles. Using the arpeggiator Modifying the arpeggiator settings fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 54 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Parameter Motif 54 Range UP(L ), UP(L&H), UP(_ ), DOWN(L ), DOWN(L&H), DOWN(_ ), UP&DOWN (L ), UP&DOWN (L&H), UP&DOWN (_ ), RANDOM(L ) Description Selects the method used to play sounds when you have a greater number of notes than programmed for the Arpeggio Style. * When the number of keys played is less than the number of notes in the Style, the highest-pitched of the pressed keys is played by default.
MC-808_r_e.book 55 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Creating an arpeggio style (Arpeggio Edit) Here’s how you can create an arpeggio style by entering/editing notes one at a time. 1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [ARPEGGIO]. The arpeggio setup screen will appear. 2. Press [REC]. The ARPEGGIO EDIT screen will appear. 4. To input data, press a pad that corresponds to the timing at which you want to input a note, so the pad’s indicator lights.
MC-808_r_e.book 56 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Playing a chord by pressing a single pad (Chord Memory) You can play a specified chord form simply by pressing a single pad. You can use factory-set chord forms, or freely create your own. Using chord memory Inputting a chord form fig.03-060 1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [CHORD MEMORY]. The chord memory setting screen will appear. fig.03-056 2. Press [REC]. The chord form input screen will appear. 3.
MC-808_r_e.book 57 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Mix In Use [CURSOR ] to select a parameter, and turn the VALUE dial or use [INC] [DEC] to set the value. The sound of a device connected to the INPUT jacks can be mixed into the output. Parameter Input (Input Select) Range LINE IN L/R, LINE IN L, MICROPHONE Mix-In OFF, ON, PADS Ext Output Asgn (External Output Assign) DRY, MFX1, MFX2, COMP You can also use the keyboard pads to play different pitches using the input sound.
MC-808_r_e.book 58 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Moving your hand above the D Beam to change the tone (D Beam controller) The D Beam controllers let you perform control operations simply by passing your hand over the controller. Three different uses (such as solo synth and turntable) for this controller are offered as presets, but by editing the settings you can use these controllers to apply a wide range of other effects. fig.03-040 The effective range of the D Beam controller fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 59 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Editing the D Beam controller settings 1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press one of the D BEAM [SOLO SYNTH]/[TURNTABLE]/[FILTER] buttons. The Setup screen will appear. fig.03-058 Use [CURSOR Parameter SOLO SYNTH Pat Bank (Solo Synth Patch Bank) Pat (Solo Synth Patch Number) Note (Solo Synth Note) Scale (Solo Synth Scale) Range Description See “Patch list” (p. 3) in “Sound & Parameter List”. Specifies the patch played by the solo synth.
MC-808_r_e.book 60 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing patterns Synchronizing the tempo of a sample with the pattern tempo (Auto Sync) The playback tempo of a sample (waveform) that you’ve sampled or imported from your computer can be automatically synchronized with the playback tempo of the pattern. fig.03-065 2 1 In order to use Auto Sync, you’ll first need to set the sample parameter “BPM” (p. 97). 1.
MC-808_r_e.book 61 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Applying effects The MC-808 lets you apply a total of six effects simultaneously; two multi-effects, reverb, compressor, an external input effect, and a mastering effect. The following diagram shows the signal flow for these effects. Effect routing fig.03-070.
MC-808_r_e.book 62 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Applying effects Effect on/off Use the ON/OFF buttons of the Effects section to switch each effect on/off. fig.03-071 Playing pitches using the sound of an external device (Input Effect) If you set “Mix-In” (p. 57) to “PADS,” you’ll be able to use the keyboard pads to play pitches using the sound of an external input source.
MC-808_r_e.book 63 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Applying effects Multi-effects (MFX) These are general-purpose multi-effect processors that can transform the sound itself, giving it a completely different character. MFX1 and 2 each provide 47 types of effects to choose from. These types include distortion, flanger, and many more effects. The multi-effect types also include a compressor, but this is independent of the compressor mentioned earlier. Making the multi-effect settings fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 64 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Applying effects Reverb Mastering effect Reverb is an effect that creates the reverberation that occurs when sounds are played in a hall. You can choose from four types of reverberation as appropriate for your situation. Selecting the reverb type This is a stereo compressor (limiter) that is applied to the final output of the MC-808.
MC-808_r_e.book 65 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Creating an original pattern The MC-808 lets you create original patterns by recording your performance into the internal sequencer. You can use the following four types of recording. • Realtime recording ............ The data from the keyboard pads and faders, and the performance data from an external MIDI device will be recorded in real time (p. 65). • TR-Rec...................................
MC-808_r_e.book 66 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Creating an original pattern Parameter Rec Mode Rec Count In Rec Loop Rest Range MIX, REPLACE OFF, 1MEAS, 2MEAS, WAIT NOTE OFF, ON Qtz Reso (Quantize Resolution) OFF, 32nd note– quarter note Qtz Timing (Quantize Timing) 0–100% Rec Velocity 1–127 Description Whether the recorded data will be added to, or replace the existing data MIX: Newly recorded data will be added to the previously-recorded data.
MC-808_r_e.book 67 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Creating an original pattern 6. Use [CURSOR ] to move the cursor, and use the VALUE dial or [INC] [DEC] to specify the value. fig.03-083.e Location of the note you will enter using pad 1 This method lets you use the MC-808’s keyboard pads to enter notes in a way similar to programming a rhythm machine. To enter or remove notes, press the relevant keyboard pads so they are lighted or extinguished.
MC-808_r_e.book 68 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Creating an original pattern About the Timing Scale Each time you press [SCALE MEASURE], the scale will change in the following order, letting you select the type of note values to be entered. Consecutively recording notes one at a time (Step Recording) This method lets you enter note messages one at a time. 16th notes * fig.03-086.e_70 You can’t use this method to record data other than note messages, such as control changes from the motorized faders.
MC-808_r_e.book 69 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Creating an original pattern Range 1/32–1/1 Velocity 1–127 Gate Time 5–200 % Description Choose the note value to be input. Specify the velocity (volume) of the note data to be input. Specify the gate time (the duration that the note will be held) for the note data to be input, as a proportion of the value you chose for Note Type.
MC-808_r_e.book 70 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) The MC-808 provides various ways for you to edit the performance data of a pattern one measure at a time. These operations let you modify the content of the performance data in existing patterns, or to combine various patterns to make completely different patterns. • You must stop the pattern before you can use pattern editing operations.
MC-808_r_e.book 71 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) This operation copies a portion (or all) of the current pattern to another pattern. This is a convenient way to combine portions of various patterns into a different pattern. Erasing unwanted performance data (ERASE) This operation erases all or part of the data from a pattern. You can use the part buttons to select multiple parts simultaneously. fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 72 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Deleting unwanted measures (DELETE) Inserting blank measures (INSERT) This operation deletes unwanted measures from a pattern, and joins the remaining measures together. If a part contains data following the deleted region, the performance data of that part will be shortened by the corresponding length. If you specify all parts as the object of the delete operation, the pattern itself will be shortened.
MC-808_r_e.book 73 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) This operation shifts the note numbers (pitch) of one or more parts in the pattern. You can transpose the notes in a range of +/-2 octaves. Parameter Source From Source End Value Note Min Note Max Range Setup, 1–998, End Description first measure of the region to transpose Setup, 1–998 * If you set this to “SETUP,” the setup parameters (p. 43) will be included.
MC-808_r_e.book 74 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Making slight shifts in the timing (SHIFT CLOCK) This operation shifts the timing of the performance data recorded in the pattern backward or forward in units of one tick (1/480th of a beat). Use this when you want to slightly shift the overall performance. * Data which would otherwise be moved earlier than the beginning of the music data will be placed at the beginning.
MC-808_r_e.book 75 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Groove Template List This operation corrects the timing of the pattern’s performance data in the way that you specify. Parameter Source From Source End Range Setup, 1–998, End Setup, 1–998 Type GRID, SHUFFLE, GROOVE When Type is “GRID” 1/32, Template 1/24, 1/16, 1/12, 1/8, 1/6, 1/4 Timing 0–100 Description first measure of the region to perform “QUANTIZE” * If you set this to “SETUP,” the setup parameters (p.
MC-808_r_e.book 76 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) 8 Beat Rhumba type Rhumb-Nm-L.Ac Rhumb-Nm-H.Ac Rhumb-Nm-L.Sw Rhumb-Nm-H.Sw Rhumb-Hv-L.Ac Rhumb-Hv-H.Ac Rhumb-Hv-L.Sw Rhumb-Hv-H.Sw Rhumb-Ps-L.Ac Rhumb-Ps-H.Ac Rhumb-Ps-L.Sw Rhumb-Ps-H.
MC-808_r_e.book 77 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) This operation extracts data of a specific note number from the specified part, and moves it to a different part. You can use this to divide a rhythm set into separate parts for each instrument.
MC-808_r_e.book 78 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Initializing a pattern (INITIALIZE) This operation initializes the performance data of the pattern to an empty state (blank pattern). All the data of that pattern will be lost when you execute the initialize operation. Please be aware that you can’t use Undo to recover from this operation. 1. Select the pattern you want to initialize. 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [16]. You’ll be asked to confirm your choice.
MC-808_r_e.book 79 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Editing a pattern in detail (Microscope) The Microscope lets you edit individual items (events) of recorded performance data; for example you can move an individual event’s location, make precise changes to it, or delete or insert a single note. In the PATTERN mode, hold down [SHIFT] and press [REC] to switch to the Microscope screen.
MC-808_r_e.book 80 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Modifying system exclusive data Editing the recorded events 1. Select a pattern you want to edit. 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [REC]. The Microscope screen will appear. 3. As described in “Selecting a recording method” (p. 65), select the part whose data you want to edit. 4. Use [CURSOR ] to move the cursor under the location (measure or beat) and use VALUE dial or [INC] [DEC] to move the location forward or back.
MC-808_r_e.book 81 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Inserting an event (Create Event) 1. Depending on the event that you want to insert, execute one of the following.
MC-808_r_e.book 82 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patterns (Pattern Edit) Microscope Utilities In addition to the Create/Erase Event operations, you can use microscope utility operations to do the following things. Specifying the types of events to view (View Switch) Moving an event (Move Event) 1. You can select the types of events that will be shown in the display.
MC-808_r_e.book 83 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Saving a pattern Pattern settings that you edit will be lost if you edit another pattern or turn off the power. If you want to keep the edited data, you must save it as follows. Select the pattern that you want to save. 2. Press [WRITE]. The pattern name entry screen will appear. 6. Range: fig.03-100 7. 3. Assign a name to the pattern. Button [CURSOR ] Hold down [SHIFT] and press [INC] or [DEC] VALUE dial, [INC] [DEC] [UNDO/ERASE] Range: 4.
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MC-808_r_e.book 85 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Patch/Sample Mode This mode lets you edit sounds.
MC-808_r_e.book 86 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) How a patch is organized The type of sound most commonly played on the MC-808 is called a Patch. Each Patch can contain up to four Tones. fig.04-001.e Tone 1 Tone 2 Tone 3 Tone 4 Example 1:A Patch consisting of only one Tone (Tones 2–4 are turned off). Tone 1 Tone 2 Tone 3 Tone 4 Example 2: A Patch consisting of four Tones. You can turn each Tone on/off to specify which Tones will actually produce sound (p. 89).
MC-808_r_e.book 87 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) Selecting a patch Types of patch The MC-808’s patches are stored in banks that each contain 128 patches; user group banks A–H and card group banks A–H. Group Usr (User group) Bank A–H Crd (Card group) A–H USAM (User sample patch) CSAM (Card sample patch) – Description This is the group of rewritable banks in the MC-808’s internal memory. Patches you create can be saved in this group of banks.
MC-808_r_e.book 88 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) 1. Selecting patches by category (Category Lock) Press [PATCH/SAMPLE] to enter Patch/Sample mode. The currently selected patch/rhythm set (the current patch or current rhythm set) is shown. fig.04-003.e Patch category The MC-808 provides a patch search function that lets you quickly find a desired patch by specifying the desired patch category.
MC-808_r_e.book 89 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) Patch editing procedure Tips for editing patches • Select a patch that is similar to the sound you wish to create. It’s hard to create a new sound that’s exactly what you want if you just select a patch and modify its parameters at random. It makes sense to start with a patch whose sound is related to what you have in mind. Using the motorized faders to edit a patch The MC-808 lets you use the motorized faders to edit a patch.
MC-808_r_e.book 90 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) Patch editing parameters SYNTHESIZER 1 Fader 1 2 [PART ASSIGN]=OFF Indication Cutoff Resonance 3 Filter Type 4 LFO1 Waveform 5 6 7 8 LFO1 Filter Depth LFO1 Filter Depth LFO1 Amp Depth LFO1 Rate Range 0–127 0–127 * Depends on the Resonance Limiter setting (p. 121).
MC-808_r_e.book 91 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing patches (Patch Edit) Saving a patch Patch/rhythm set settings that you edit will be lost if you re-select the patch/rhythm set or turn off the power. If you want to keep your edits, you must use the following procedure to save the data. All of the MC-808’s patches are rewritable. In other words, when you save a patch, the patch data that previously occupied the save destination will be overwritten and lost.
MC-808_r_e.book 92 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing rhythm sounds (Rhythm Edit) How percussion instruments are organized A Rhythm Set is a collection of 16 rhythm tones. An instrument consists of the following four elements. fig.2-05.e Rhythm Set Rhythm editing procedure Selecting a rhythm set 1. In Pattern mode, select a pattern. 2. Select the part that uses the rhythm set you want to edit. The currently selected rhythm set (the current rhythm set) is shown. Note Number 74 (D5) fig.04-011.
MC-808_r_e.book 93 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing rhythm sounds (Rhythm Edit) Selecting the wave(s) that will sound Turn “on” the wave(s) that you want to sound. If you want to hear just a specific wave, turn the other waves “off.” fig.04-007 Using the faders to edit The MC-808 lets you use the panel faders to edit a rhythm set. When you’ve come up with a sound you like, save the rhythm set (p. 95). fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 94 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing rhythm sounds (Rhythm Edit) Rhythm editing parameters SYNTHESIZER 1 Fader 1 2 [PART ASSIGN]=OFF Indication Cutoff Resonance 3 Filter Type 4 5 6 7 8 LFO1 Waveform LFO1 Pitch Depth LFO1 Filter Depth LFO1 Amp Depth LFO1 Rate Range 0–127 0–127 * Depends on the Resonance Limiter setting (p. 121).
MC-808_r_e.book 95 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing rhythm sounds (Rhythm Edit) Saving a rhythm set The patch/rhythm set settings you edit will be lost if you reselect the patch/rhythm set or turn off the power. If you want to keep the changes you made, save them as described here. All of the MC-808’s rhythm sets are rewritable. In other words, when you save a rhythm set, the rhythm set data that previously occupied the save destination will be overwritten and lost.
MC-808_r_e.book 96 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) On the MC-808, waveforms (samples) that you’ve sampled, loaded, or imported can be easily selected and edited in the same way as patches or rhythm sets. The sample settings you edit will be lost when you turn off the power. If you want to keep your edits, you must save them (p. 101).
MC-808_r_e.book 97 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) You can specify the portion of the sample that will actually sound. You can also specify the region that is to be looped. 1. Select the sample patch that you want to edit (p. 96). 2. • Execute the following operations. To set the start point (the point at which playback begins): Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [1]. Sample settings (SAMPLE PARAM) Here you can make various settings for the sample. 1.
MC-808_r_e.book 98 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) Specifying how a sample will play (Loop Mode) Calculating the BPM of a sample (BPM Calculator) Here’s how to specify the original tempo of a sample. About the loop mode 1. Select the sample patch that you want to edit (p. 96). 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [4]. The sample parameter editing screen will appear. 3. Set the parameters.
MC-808_r_e.book 99 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) Deleting a sample (DELETE) Here’s how you can load a sample to the memory. Here’s how to completely delete a sample file. 1. Press [PATCH/SAMPLE] to enter Patch/Sample mode. 1. Press [PATCH/SAMPLE] to enter Patch/Sample mode. 2. Select the sample you want to load. 2. Select the sample you want to delete. 3. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [5]. You’ll be asked to confirm your choice. 3.
MC-808_r_e.book 100 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) Importing WAV/AIFF data (IMPORT) You can connect the MC-808 to your computer via USB and copy audio files from your computer into the MC-808. The audio files (WAV/AIFF) will be imported into the MC-808’s memory as samples. Loading all samples (LOAD ALL) Load all samples from the user bank and card bank. All samples that have not been saved will be erased as a result of executing the Load All Samples procedure.
MC-808_r_e.book 101 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing samples (Sample Edit) Erasing all samples (UNLOAD ALL) This operation erases (unloads) the samples from sample memory. This will not delete the saved sample files themselves. 1. Press [PATCH/SAMPLE] to enter Patch/Sample mode. 2. Press a GROUP [USER]/[CARD] button to select the group containing the samples you want to erase. USAM: User samples CSAM: Card samples 3. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [15].
MC-808_r_e.book 102 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Saving a sample A newly loaded sample, as well as any changes you’ve made in the settings for a sample will be lost as soon as you turn off the power. If you want to keep such data, you must save it as follows. 6. Press either [USER] or [CARD] to select the savedestination group. [USER] User group (Usr) The sample will be saved in internal memory. [CARD] • You can’t save by overwriting another sample.
MC-808_r_e.book 103 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Saving a sample Regarding the locations where samples are stored The MC-808 can use two types of memory; sample memory and DIMM whose contents are lost when you turn off the power, and user area and CompactFlash card whose contents are preserved even when the power is off. When shipped from the factory, the MC-808 has 4 MB of sample memory and 16 MB of user area.
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MC-808_r_e.book 105 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Song Mode In this mode you can play, record, and edit songs.
MC-808_r_e.book 106 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Playing songs Two or more patterns connected in the order of playback are called a song. When you play back a song, the patterns will switch automatically—you don’t need to select each pattern yourself. In one song, you can register up to 50 patterns in the desired order of playback. The number describing the order in which the patterns are arranged is called the step. Playing a song Basic playback operation fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 107 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Recording a song You can input patterns one by one to specify the order in which the patterns will be played back. A song does not contain the actual performance data of the patterns in the song; it merely stores the playback order of the patterns. This means that if you modify one of the patterns that’s used by a song, the playback of that song will be affected.
MC-808_r_e.book 108 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing songs (Song Edit) “Song editing” is the process of editing individual steps of performance data for a song. * You must stop the song playback before you can edit the song. Copying a song (COPY) This operation copies song data to a different song. 1. Press [SONG] to enter Song mode. 2. Select the copy-source song (p. 106). 3. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [1]. 4. Select the copy-destination song.
MC-808_r_e.book 109 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Editing songs (Song Edit) Initializing a song (INITIALIZE) This operation clears all the previously entered steps, so the song is in an empty state. This is convenient when you want to create a song from scratch. All of the song data will be lost when you execute the Initialize operation. Please note that you can’t use Undo to recover from this operation. 1. Press [SONG] to enter Song mode. 2. Select the song that you want to initialize (p. 106). 3.
MC-808_r_e.book 110 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Saving a song Songs that you record will be lost if you turn off the power. If you want to keep the song data, you must save it as follows. 1. Select the song that you want to save. 2. Press [WRITE]. The song name entry screen will appear. fig.05-015 * You can’t save a song on a card. 3. Assign a name to the song.
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MC-808_r_e.book 112 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Sampling procedure 1. Press [PATCH/SAMPLE] to enter Patch/Sample mode. 2. Press SAMPLING [START/STOP]. The sampling menu screen will appear. fig.07-001 3. Make the settings for things such as the input source of the sound to be sampled, and triggering. Use [CURSOR ] to select a parameter, and turn the VALUE dial or use [INC] [DEC] to set the value.
MC-808_r_e.book 113 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Sampling procedure Gap Time Trim Sw (Trim Switch) 6. 500, 1000, 1500, 2000 ms OFF, ON Length of silence at which the sample will be divided Whenever there is a silent region longer than the specified time, the sample will be divided at that point, and the next sample number will be assigned to the sound that follows. * This parameter is valid only when you are using Auto Divide Sampling. If this is turned on, the Start point and End point settings (p.
MC-808_r_e.book 114 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Sampling procedure If you selected Sampling, Resampling, Mix, or Auto Divide 9. The following message will appear. fig.07-005 If you selected Solo or Solo with FX 9. Specify the location at which the sample is to be assigned. Use [CURSOR ] to select a parameter, and turn the VALUE dial or use [INC] [DEC] to set the value. fig.07-007.
MC-808_r_e.book 115 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Sampling procedure About the sample numbers chosen during sampling The samples created when you execute the sampling operation are placed in an area where there are at least 256 consecutive unused numbers in the sample patch. * You cannot perform sampling if there are not at least 256 consecutive unused numbers in the sample patch. You will need to delete unneeded samples (p. 99) in order to allocate 256 or more consecutive free numbers.
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MC-808_r_e.book 117 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System Mode Here you can make settings that affect the entire system, such as those for tuning and synchronization.
MC-808_r_e.book 118 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Settings that affect the entire operating environment of the MC-808, such as tuning and MIDI message reception, are referred to as system functions. This section explains how to make settings for the System functions and describes the functions of the different System parameters. How to make the system function settings 1. Press [SYSTEM] to enter System mode. 3. Use [CURSOR 2. The system parameters are organized into several categories.
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MC-808_r_e.book 121 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Settings related to tuning and how the sound is produced (SOUND) Parameter Master Tune Range 415.3–466.2Hz Master Level Output Gain Metronome Level Master Key Shift Patch Remain (Patch Remain Switch) Rhythm Octave Sw (Rhythm Octave Switch) Reso Limiter (Resonance Limiter) 0–127 -12–+12dB 0–10 -12–+12 OFF, ON OFF, ON 50–127 LFO Morphing Sw (LFO Morphing Switch) OFF, ON Description Adjusts the overall tuning of the MC-808.
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MC-808_r_e.book 123 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Settings related to V-LINK (V-LINK) Range 1–16 Assigns a V-LINK function to the D Beam controller. OFF The operation selected by [D BEAM] will occur regardless of whether V-LINK is on or off. ColorEQ Fore CC1 (Modulation) These are used by EDIROL motion dive .tokyo console edition.
MC-808_r_e.book 124 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Viewing the system information (INFO) Settings related to the CompactFlash card (CARD) Here’s how to view the MC-808’s system information. 1. Press [SYSTEM] to enter System mode. 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [14]. The system information will be displayed. fig.08-008 3. Here’s how all user data in the user area can be saved on a CompactFlash card. The following user data will be saved.
MC-808_r_e.book 125 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Recovering backed-up user data (User Restore) Here’s how user data previously saved on a CompactFlash card using the User Backup operation can be restored into the MC-808’s user area. Initializing a CompactFlash card (Card Format) If you’re using a CompactFlash card for the first time, you must format it on the MC-808. The MC-808 won’t recognize a CompactFlash card that’s been formatted by a different device.
MC-808_r_e.book 126 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 System mode Performing a factory reset (UTILITY) You can reset the MC-808’s settings to the factory-set state. For details, refer to “Restoring the factory settings (Factory Reset)” (p. 25). Protecting individual patch banks (UTILITY) The MC-808’s internal patches are all user patches that can be overwritten.
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MC-808_r_e.book 128 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 About V-LINK What is V-LINK? V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed together. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music performance. (Examples) By using the MC-808 and EDIROL motion dive .tokyo console edition together, you can: • Make EDIROL motion dive .
MC-808_r_e.book 129 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 About V-LINK Using V-LINK 1. Press [V-LINK] so its indicator is lighted. V-LINK will be on, and the V-LINK screen will appear. 3. fig.09-001 Press [EXIT]. The [V-LINK] indicator will remain lit, and you’re returned to the previous screen. fig.09-004 fig.09-002 Keyboard pads In this state, you can operate the keyboard pads and D beam to manipulate images in sync with the playback of the MC-808.
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MC-808_r_e.book 132 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Connecting to your computer via USB (USB mode) About USB functions The MC-808 has two modes of USB functionality: storage mode for transferring files, and MIDI mode for sending and receiving MIDI messages. You must switch between these two modes on the MC808; they cannot be used simultaneously. The USB mode (storage mode/MIDI mode) must be switched before you connect the MC-808 with your computer. Each mode can be used with the following operating systems.
MC-808_r_e.book 133 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Connecting to your computer via USB (USB mode) Transferring files to or from your computer (Storage mode) If you’ve connected the MC-808 to your computer via a USB cable, WAV/AIFF files created on the MC-808 can be used by software on your computer, or conversely WAV/AIFF files created by software on your computer can be used in the MC-808. In this way, USB Storage mode lets you transfer patch and wave files between the MC-808 and a connected computer.
MC-808_r_e.book 134 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Connecting to your computer via USB (USB mode) Specify the connection-destination Before connecting the MC-808 to your computer, you must first choose whether the connection destination is to be the MC-808’s internal user memory or the CompactFlash card. 1. Press [SYSTEM] to enter System mode. 2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [8]. The USB screen will appear. Importing audio file Here’s how to import an audio file (WAV/AIFF).
MC-808_r_e.book 135 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Connecting to your computer via USB (USB mode) Important! Exiting Storage mode Caution regarding folders and files The user area (User) and the CompactFlash (Card) have the following folder structures. fig.Directory (User) You must exit Storage mode before you disconnect the USB cable. Windows Me/2000/XP users 1. ROLAND SEQ P00–P28 PCL PTN RPS SNG SMPL SND In My Computer, right-click the “removable hard disk” icon and execute “Remove.
MC-808_r_e.book 136 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Connecting to your computer via USB (USB mode) Exchanging MIDI messages with your computer (MIDI mode) Driver installation and settings In order to use the MC-808 as a USB MIDI device from your computer, you must first install the USB MIDI driver. The USB MIDI driver is on the included “MC-808 Editor CD” CD-ROM. In order to use USB in MIDI mode, you must install the driver from the included CD-ROM into your computer.
MC-808_r_e.book 137 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Using MC-808 editor To help you take even greater advantage of its functionality, the MC-808 comes with MC-808 Editor software. MC-808 Editor enables you to use your own computer screen to edit patch, rhythm, and sample parameters that cannot be edited using the MC-808 itself and allows you to modify samples, all while enjoying the use of an efficient, graphical editing environment.
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MC-808_r_e.book 140 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Expanding the memory The MC-808 comes with 4 MB of memory into which audio samples can be loaded. However, in some cases, 4 MB of memory will be insufficient for loading large amounts of data. In such a case, you will have to add separately sold memory (DIMM). Memory can be expanded up to 512 MB. Before expanding the memory, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor.
MC-808_r_e.book 141 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Expanding the memory 4. Paying attention to the location of the notch on the memory module and the orientation, insert it vertically within the guides at either side of the socket. fig.DIMM-02 Checking that memory is installed correctly 1. Turn off the power as described in “Turning on/off the power” (p. 18). 2. Press [SYSTEM] to enter System mode. 3. Hold down [SHIFT] and press keyboard pad [14]. The system information will be displayed. fig.
MC-808_r_e.book 142 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Error messages If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error message will appear. Refer to the explanation for the error message that appears, and take the appropriate action. Message Beat Differs! Cannot Assign Phrase! Cannot Assign Sample! Cannot Extract! Cannot Solo Sample on the Song Card Not Ready! Data Protected! Empty Pattern! Meaning While using the Pattern Edit operation Copy (p.
MC-808_r_e.book 143 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Troubleshooting If the MC-808 does not function in the way you expect, first check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. * If any sort of message is being displayed on the screen during an operation, refer to “Error messages” (p. 142). Q: The Editor doesn’t work even though the MC808 is connected via USB to my computer. Q: The MC-808’s motorized faders don’t move automatically.
MC-808_r_e.book 144 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Troubleshooting Q: Can I change the time signature of the MC808 in the middle of a pattern? A: No, you cannot. Q: Can I change the tempo in the middle of an MC-808 song? A: No, you cannot. However, since you can change the tempo within a pattern, you can create a pattern with a differing tempo or a pattern in which you’ve recorded a tempo change, and use this pattern in your song to make the tempo change during the song.
MC-808_r_e.book 145 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Specifications MC-808: Sampling groovebox Sound Generator Section Effects Section Maximum Polyphony 128 voices (shared with sampling section) Reverb 1 (4 types) Compressor 1 (1 type) Sampling Frequency 44.
MC-808_r_e.book 146 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Specifications Connectors MIX OUTPUT Jacks (L/MONO, R) DIRECT OUTPUT Jacks (L, R) INPUT Jacks (L/MONO/MIC, R) Headphones Jack MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT) USB Connector (Function): MIDI, Mass storage class DC IN Jack Power Supply DC 12 V (AC adaptor) Current Draw 1500 mA Dimensions 431 (W) x 327 (D) x 104 (H) mm 17 (W) x 12-7/8 (D) x 4-1/8 (H) inches Weight 3.
MC-808_r_e.book 147 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index A AIFF ....................................................................... 100, 133 All Part Mute ................................................................. 45 All Part On ..................................................................... 45 Amp Env Attack ...................................................... 90, 94 Amp Env Decay ....................................................... 90, 94 Amp Env Release ..............................
MC-808_r_e.book 148 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index Error messages ............................................................. 142 Event ............................................................................... 79 Copy .................................................................... 71, 82 Data Thin .................................................................. 74 Erase .................................................................... 71, 81 Insert ...................................
MC-808_r_e.book 149 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index M N Master Key Shift (System) .......................................... 121 Master Level (System) ................................................ 121 Master Tune (System) ................................................. 121 Mastering effect ............................................................. 64 Matrix Control ......................................................... 90, 94 Max Copy .......................................................
MC-808_r_e.book 150 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index Pattern Call ..................................................................... 49 Pattern mode .................................................................. 41 Pattern set Registering ................................................................ 49 Saving ........................................................................ 49 Selecting .................................................................... 49 Pitch Transpose .............
MC-808_r_e.book 151 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index RPS ............................................................................ 50–51 Hold ........................................................................... 51 Realtime modify ...................................................... 52 Settings ...................................................................... 51 RPS mixer ....................................................................... 52 RPS Part .................................
MC-808_r_e.book 152 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index Source From, End Copy .......................................................................... 71 Data Thin .................................................................. 74 Delete ......................................................................... 72 Duration .................................................................... 73 Erase .......................................................................... 71 Extract Rhy ..............
MC-808_r_e.book 153 ページ 2006年2月10日 金曜日 午後7時25分 Index V Value Data Thin .................................................................. 74 Duration .................................................................... 73 Shift Clock ................................................................. 74 Transpose .................................................................. 73 Velocity ..................................................................... 73 Velocity Pattern ..........................
MC-808_r_e.
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