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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Precautions Your RY20 will give you years of reliable service if you follow the simple rules given below: ■ Location Do not expose the instrument to the following conditions, to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage. • • • • • ■ Direct sunlight, such as near a window. High temperatures, for example, near a heat source, outdoors, or in a car during the daytime. Excessive humidity. Excessive dust. Strong vibrations.
■ Cleaning Clean the cabinet and panel with a soft dry cloth. A slightly damp cloth may be used to remove stubborn grime and dirt. Do not use solvents such alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet or panel. Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the instrument. Vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface. ■ Electrical Interference The RY20 contains digital circuitry and may cause interference or noise if placed too close to TV sets, radios, or similar equipment.
Introduction With its wide collection of voices and easy-to-use controls, the Yamaha RY20 is the perfect musical partner for guitarists, bassists, keyboard players, and many other instrumentalists. It offers the features and capability required for recording applications, rehearsals and practice sessions, and live performance. The RY20 uses Yamaha’s AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generator system to create 300 realistic tunable voices including drums, effected drums, percussion of all kinds, and basses.
SONG MODE (50 songs) SONG 49 SONG 00 PATTERN MODE (150 patterns) • Preset Patterns (000–049) • User Patterns (050–099) • Combination Patterns (100–149) PATTERN 149 PATTERN 000 6 SECTIONS INTRO MAIN A MAIN B FILL AB FILL BA ENDING 4 TRACKS BD SD HH OTHERS DRUM KIT MODE (40 Drums) • Preset Drum Kits (00–19) • User Drum Kits (20–39) DRUM KIT 39 DRUM KIT 00 PAD BANK PAD BANK A PAD BANK B PAD BANK C PAD BANK D PAD BANK E PAD BANK BASS EFFECT MODE • 6 Reverb Settings • 4 Delay Settings EFFECT iv
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Contents 1 Contents 1 The Controls and Connections............... 2 Front Panel ............................................. 2 Rear Panel .............................................. 8 Making Connections............................... 9 Turn on the RY20 ................................. 11 2 Playing the Demo Song.......................... 12 3 Playing the Preset Patterns.................. 14 Changing Pattern Numbers During Playback................................................
The Controls and Connections 1 The Controls and Connections ■ Front Panel POWER + RHYTHM PROGRAMMER VOLUME 1 2 MIN 3 MAX – OTHERS 4 TRACK SELECT/ MUTE PATTERN SONG TEMPO MIDI DRUM KIT EFFECT PAGE – PAGE + PAD BANK 5 HH 6 –1 +1 SD BD DELETE CLEAR INSERT COPY AUDITION 0 1 TOM 1 6 2 TOM 2 7 BD SECTION INTRO 1 ENTER 7 3 TOM 3 8 SD MAIN A 9 SIDE STICK MAIN B 5 4 HH OPEN TOM 4 11 10 HH PEDAL FILL AB RIDE HH CLOSED FILL BA CRASH ENDING LCD Panel This large mul
The Controls and Connections CAUTION Set the volume control to MIN when connecting the RY20 to a sound system or headphone for the first time. Gradually raise the volume level until a comfortable listening level is reached. This simple precaution can prevent unexpectedly high volume levels from damaging your sound system, headphones, or most important, your ears. 3 Jog and Shuttle Dials The Jog and Shuttle Dials allow rapid control over the various features of the RY20.
The Controls and Connections POWER + RHYTHM PROGRAMMER VOLUME MIN MAX – OTHERS TRACK SELECT/ MUTE PATTERN SONG TEMPO C MIDI DRUM KIT 8 SD BD PAGE – EFFECT 9 PAGE + INSERT CLEAR 0 AUDITION SECTION MIDI 8 D E 2 TOM 2 7 3 TOM 3 8 BD INTRO H +1 B 1 6 G PAD BANK TOM 1 COPY –1 0 A DELETE F ENTER HH SD MAIN A 9 SIDE STICK MAIN B 5 4 HH OPEN TOM 4 11 10 HH PEDAL FILL AB RIDE HH CLOSED FILL BA CRASH ENDING MIDI Button The [ MIDI ] button switches the RY20 to MI
The Controls and Connections C Enter Button ENTER The [ENTER] button is used to confirm special operations that will change data in the internal memory, for example, clearing a pattern or song. D +1 and –1 Buttons –1 +1 The [ +1 ] (increment) and [ -1 ] (decrement) buttons are used along with the Jog Dial or the Shuttle Dial to select patterns or songs, to change tempo values, or to modify other parameters.
The Controls and Connections POWER + RHYTHM PROGRAMMER VOLUME MIN MAX – OTHERS TRACK SELECT/ MUTE PATTERN SONG TEMPO MIDI DRUM KIT EFFECT PAGE – PAGE + PAD BANK ENTER HH –1 +1 SD BD DELETE CLEAR INSERT COPY AUDITION SECTION L M N O 0 1 TOM 1 6 I 2 TOM 2 7 TOM 3 SD MAIN A 9 SIDE STICK HH OPEN MAIN B FILL AB K RIDE 11 10 HH PEDAL J 5 4 TOM 4 8 BD INTRO 3 HH CLOSED FILL BA CRASH ENDING P I Top Button The [ TOP ] button resets the current position to the beginn
The Controls and Connections N Audition Button AUDITION The [AUDITION] button allows you to listen to a voice without actually recording it when the RY20 is in Pattern Record Mode. O Section Button SECTION The [SECTION] button is used with one of the lower row Drum Pads to select another section in a pattern. P Drum Pads The RY20 has 12 velocity-sensitive drum pads that you play to record pattern data.
The Controls and Connections ■ Rear Panel OUT MIDI IN OUTPUT R Q Q PHONES DC IN L/MONO R POWER ON S T OFF U MIDI IN and OUT Connectors The MIDI IN connector receives data from a sequencer or other MIDI device used to control the RY20. The MIDI OUT connector transmits MIDI data to other MIDI devices. The RY20 can control other instruments with note and timing messages. It also uses MIDI to transmit the contents of its internal memory. See page 110 for further details.
The Controls and Connections ■ Making Connections Using the Supplied Power Adaptor When connecting the power supply, make sure the RY20 Power switch is in the OFF position (extended), then plug the AC Adaptor cable into the DC IN Jack, and finally the adaptor’s AC plug into a convenient AC mains outlet. OUT MIDI IN OUTPUT R PHONES DC IN L/MONO POWER ON OFF Audio Connections The simplest way to monitor your RY20 is through a set of stereo headphones (miniature stereo phone plug type).
The Controls and Connections Use the OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks to connect the audio outputs of the RY20 to an external stereo sound system, as shown below. L/MONO R RHYTHM PROGRAMMER RY20 If your sound system is monophonic, connect only the L/MONO jack. CAUTION Make sure that both the RY20 and your sound system are turned OFF when making connections. Failure to do so may result in damage to the sound system.
The Controls and Connections ■ Turn on the RY20 To turn on the RY20, first make all the required connections. When connecting the power supply, make sure the RY20 Power switch is in the OFF position (extended), then plug the AC Adaptor cable into the DC IN Jack, and finally the adaptor’s AC plug into a convenient AC mains outlet. CAUTION Always use the Yamaha PA-3 AC Adaptor to power your RY20.
Playing the Demo Song 2 Playing the Demo Song The RY20 is programmed with a demonstration song that will give you an example of the various capabilities of your Rhythm Programmer. SONG 1 Press the [ SONG ] button to place the unit in Song Mode. Notice that the “SONG” indicator is flashing above the current Song Number. SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD SONG PART MEASURE PATTERN Song Number + 2 Select the demonstration song by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
Playing the Demo Song 3 Press the [ PLAY ] button to start the demonstration song. The green Play LED will flash in time with the programmed tempo setting and the song will begin playback. NOTE As the song plays, the Voice Level Indicator for the active drum pad lights up on the LCD. The display behaviour is similar to that of a VU meter. SONG PAD BANK A OTHERS HH SD BD SONG CHASE Voice Level Indicator PART MEASURE PATTERN VOLUME Adjust the volume of the playback by rotating the VOLUME control.
Playing the Preset Patterns Playing the Preset Patterns 3 The RY20 is programmed with 50 preset patterns covering a wide variety of musical styles which you can use to construct combination patterns or songs. PATTERN 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to place the unit in Pattern Mode. Notice that the “PATTERN” indicator is flashing beside the current Pattern Number.
Playing the Preset Patterns As the pattern plays, the Voice Level Indicator for the active drum pad lights up on the LCD. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A Voice Level Indicators Each drum pad is associated with a Voice Level Indicator. As each voice sounds, the Voice Level Indicator lights up depending on how loud the voice was recorded.
Playing the Preset Patterns ■ Changing Pattern Numbers During Playback A new pattern can be selected while another pattern is already playing on the RY20. Select the next pattern by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. PATTERN NEXT The “NEXT” indicator lights up until the current pattern has finished. The name then changes on the display and the new pattern starts to play. If the pattern you have selected is empty, the “EMPTY” indicator will also light up.
Playing the Preset Patterns • FILL BA - This section is used to make the transition back to the verse/chorus section from the bridge section. When it has completed playing, it switches to “MAIN A”. There is also a finale section: • ENDING - As its name implies, this section ends the pattern play when it is complete. NOTE When the “ENDING” section has completed, it stops the playback and sets the RY20 back to “MAIN A” to prepare for playing the next pattern.
Playing the Preset Patterns The “MAIN B” section indicator and the “NEXT” indicator both light. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MEASURE PATTERN NEXT MAIN B If the section is empty, the “EMPTY” indicator will also light up. Selecting a Measure Each section consists of one or more measures. While the RY20 is stopped, you can select one of the measures of the current pattern. The [FORWARD] button steps forwards through the measures of the pattern.
Playing the Preset Patterns ■ Setting the Tempo The preset patterns on the RY20 are programmed with an initial tempo. As long as the machine is stopped when you select a pattern, its initial tempo is loaded. If you select another pattern while the RY20 is playing, the new pattern will inherit the current tempo setting. 1 Modify the current tempo setting by pressing the [TEMPO] button to place the unit in Tempo Mode. Notice the “TEMPO” indicator flashing beside the current Tempo value.
Playing the Preset Patterns ■ Muting a Track The RY20 records its patterns into four tracks. The tracks are Bass Drum, Snare Drum, High Hat, and Others. OTHERS TRACK SELECT/ MUTE 1 To mute a track, press the appropriate Track Select/Mute button. For example, to mute the percussion instruments or a bass part, press the [OTHERS] button. HH The “MUTE” indicator lights up next to the word “OTHERS”.
Playing the Pads 4 Playing the Pads The RY20 has 300 Advanced Wave Memory voices including standard drums and percussion, a range of electronic percussion sounds, and bass. You can assign its voices to individual drum kits. These kits can be selected and played using the 12 drum pads, or you can use a MIDI instrument connected to the MIDI IN connector. Internal Layout There are 20 preset drum kits and 20 user drum kits, each containing five drum banks and a bass bank.
Playing the Pads To play a voice, tap the appropriate drum pad. The RY20 has 12 drum pads. 0 1 TOM 1 6 2 TOM 2 7 BD INTRO 3 TOM 3 8 SD MAIN A MAIN B HH OPEN TOM 4 9 SIDE STICK 5 4 11 10 HH PEDAL FILL AB RIDE HH CLOSED FILL BA CRASH ENDING NOTE The voices of the RY20 are fully programmable and can be assigned to any pad. The drum pads are labeled [ 0 ] through [ 11 ] and also have a drum name printed on each. The voice assigned to the pad may not correspond to the name printed on the pad.
Playing the Pads 2 Select another drum kit by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. There are 20 preset drum kits, numbered “00” to “19”, and 20 user drum kits, numbered “20” to “39”, in the RY20. Refer to the Drum Kit list provided on page 124. NOTE Pressing the [DRUM KIT] button again will switch the RY20 back to the previously selected main mode, such as Pattern or Song Play mode. ■ 1 Selecting a Pad Bank Place the unit in Pad Bank Mode by pressing the [PAD BANK] button.
Playing the Pads The RY20 has five pad banks labeled “A” to “E”. Each pad bank contains 12 drum pads. This indicates that a drum kit can accommodate 60 drum or percussion voices (pad numbers “00” to “59”). See page 83 for more information. The Drum Kit list on page 124 shows the pad bank assignments for each voice in the preset drum kits. NOTE Changing the voice assignment of the drum kits will affect the voices of each pattern. This is because only the pad numbers are recorded in a pattern.
Playing the Pads Bass Voice Layout Each drum kit contains one bass bank.
Playing the Pads PAGE – PAGE + 1 With the unit in Pad Bank Mode, press the [PAGE+] button to access the Type display page. This function allows you to switch between drum voices and bass voices. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MAIN A 2 Change the type from “DRUM” to “BASS” by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. Notice the Pad Bank indicator is now set to “BASS”.
Playing the Pads 4 Select an octave range by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. You can assign any voice to the Bass pad bank. See page 83 for more information. 5 Place the unit in Drum Kit Mode by pressing the [DRUM KIT] button. The “DRUM KIT” indicator flashes beside the current kit number. 6 Select a kit by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. To play a voice, tap the appropriate drum pad.
Recording a User Pattern 5 Recording a User Pattern The RY20 can record 50 original patterns in its internal memory. The internal memory saves your pattern data even if the power is shut off. There are two pattern record modes: Step Record Mode and Real-time Record Mode. You can also create a further 50 patterns by “combining” the preset and user patterns. ■ Recording Modes Each method has its own advantages and uses.
Recording a User Pattern ■ Step Record Mode In this mode you enter one note at a time, rather than playing along with the click sounds. You can create very complex patterns that would be difficult to record using Real-time Record Mode. 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to place the unit in Pattern Mode. Notice that the “PATTERN” indicator is flashing beside the current Pattern Number. The current position “ ” indicator is also flashing.
Recording a User Pattern HINT You can select another section while you are recording. This allows you, for example, to record the intro of a pattern and then work on the verse/chorus section. You can also change both the Drum Kit and the current Pad Bank as you record your pattern. After you select a pattern, you should find and select a suitable Drum Kit. The Drum Kit should contain the drum and percussion voices you want to use to create your pattern.
Recording a User Pattern NOTE The default quantization value is to resolve to 16th notes. You can change the quantization value at any time during the recording of a pattern. See page 44 for further details. The default time signature is 4/4 and the default pattern length is two measures. Both of these values are easily changed, however you can only change them before you record anything into the pattern. Refer to page 46. 5 Use the drum pads to record your pattern.
Recording a User Pattern HINT The RY20 provides the [AUDITION] button to allow you to play a drum pad while pattern record is active, without actually recording the voice associated with the pad. AUDITION Press and hold the [AUDITION] button, then tap any drum pad. The voice will sound, but will not be recorded. To skip a beat, press the [FORWARD] button. The flashing current position “ ” indicator will move to the next beat.
Recording a User Pattern IMPORTANT Depending on the amount of data you have recorded, it may not be possible to fully record all the available user patterns. If you run out of memory during recording, the error message “MEMORY FULL” will appear on the display. If this happens, use the Clear Pattern function described on page 55 to clear unwanted pattern data.
Recording a User Pattern NOTE This example will record a bass drum on every 1/4 note. These instructions assume the defaults: a “04/04” pattern and 16th note quantization. See page 46 for information about changing the meter and page 44 for quantization details. Tap the [6 - BD] drum pad. The note is recorded, the clock is updated to “24”, and the note indicator lights up.
Recording a User Pattern If you make a mistake, you can delete the unwanted note very easily. The procedure is shown starting on page 42. HINT The pattern Copy function described on page 57 can make the process of creating patterns faster and more efficient. ■ Real-time Record Mode Real-time recording allows you to record a pattern as you play the drum pads in real time. You can switch to and from real-time mode at anytime during the recording of your pattern.
Recording a User Pattern NOTE You can adjust both the volume level and the quantization of the click sound. Refer to page 47. Play the drum pads to record your pattern. 3 0 1 TOM 1 6 2 TOM 2 TOM 3 7 BD INTRO 3 9 SIDE STICK MAIN A HH OPEN TOM 4 8 SD 5 4 MAIN B 11 10 HH PEDAL FILL AB RIDE HH CLOSED FILL BA CRASH ENDING When you tap a pad, the appropriate Voice Level indicator lights up on the LCD. As on a VU meter, more indicators light up the harder you tap the pad.
Recording a User Pattern Voice Level Indicators Each drum pad is associated with a Voice Level indicator. In this example, the [ 6 - BD ] pad is being tapped.
Recording a User Pattern ■ Combination Patterns A unique feature of the RY20 is its ability to create “combination” patterns. A combination pattern is constructed by selecting tracks from the preset and user patterns. SECTION 1 6 BD Select a section of the pattern. Press and hold the [SECTION] button, then press the Drum Pad button for the section you want to record. The appropriate Section indicator lights up, for example, the “INTRO” indicator.
Recording a User Pattern The range of patterns available is “000” to “099” or “OFF”. “000” to “049” are the preset patterns, “050” to “099” are the user patterns. 4 Select another track to record by pressing the appropriate Track Select/Mute button. For example, select the snare drum track by pressing the [ SD ] button. Then select the snare drum track of another pattern by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
Recording a User Pattern PATTERN 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to place the unit in Pattern Mode. Select a pattern by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. 2 Start recording by pressing the [RECORD] button. The red Record LED lights and the “QUANTIZE” indicator and the current position “ ” indicator both flash. LCD Panel The following illustration points out some key indicators on the LCD panel when the RY20 is in Pattern Record Mode.
Recording a User Pattern The Voice Name is the preset five character name for the voice assigned to the current pad. If there is no voice recorded at this location, the display shows “-----”. The Section Indicator shows which pattern section you are working on. The Pad Number Prompt shows which pad was recorded at the current insert location. If there is no event recorded at this location, the display shows “---”. You can select another pad for each recorded note at any time during Pattern Record Mode.
Recording a User Pattern If an instrument event has been recorded, the display is updated as follows: PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MEAS BEAT QUANTIZE CLOCK LEVEL PAD MAIN A If there is more than one note recorded at a position, the RY20 steps through each event, in the recorded order, as you press the [FORWARD] button. Use the [BACKWARD] button to go back to a previous note. It functions in a similar fashion to the [FORWARD] button.
Recording a User Pattern Press the appropriate drum pad, for example, the [ 6 - BD ] pad. The note indicator for the event turns off. 6 BD IMPORTANT INTRO If you decide that you DO NOT want to delete a note from the pattern, you can cancel this operation by simply releasing the DELETE [CLEAR] button. NOTE An alternate method is to press and hold the DELETE [CLEAR] button and then press the [ ENTER ] button while the position pointer is at the note you want to delete.
Recording a User Pattern Setting the Tempo Set the tempo for your new pattern. TEMPO 1 Press the [TEMPO] button to place the unit in Tempo Mode. Adjust the tempo by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The tempo can be set to any value from 40 to 250 beats per minute. NOTE Pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously resets the tempo of the user pattern to 120 beats per minute. 2 Press the [PATTERN] button to return back to Pattern Record Mode.
Recording a User Pattern 2 Set a new quantization value by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The RY20 has seven levels of quantization. The coarsest level of quantization is resolution to eighth notes and the finest level is no quantization, “OFF”, which resolves to a 96th note. The quantization values are: • • = eighth note. 3 • • = 16th note. 3 • • • = eighth note triplet. = 16th note triplet. = 32nd note. 3 = 32nd note triplet. “OFF” = 96th note.
Recording a User Pattern 2 Change the value by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The range is from “004” to “508”. The gate value applies only to the current position within the pattern. Select another position in the pattern. Press the [ PAGE– ] button to return to Pattern Record Mode. Use the [FORWARD] or [BACKWARD] button to select a new position. Then repeat the preceding two steps. NOTE You can only change the gate value for a pattern position that has data in it.
Recording a User Pattern 3 Set the number of measures by using the [ > ] cursor button to change the focus to the “MEASURE” prompt. Change the number of measures by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The default length is “02” measures. The range is “01” measure to “16” measures. NOTE The meter and number of measures in a pattern that contains data cannot be changed. If you try to change these values, the message “NOT EMPTY” will momentarily appear on the display.
Recording a User Pattern 3 Set the quantization by using the [ > ] cursor button to change the focus to the “QUANTIZE” prompt. Change the value by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The default quantization is quarter note. The quantization values are: • = quarter note. • = eighth note. • 3 • • = eighth note triplet. = 16th note. 3 = 16th note triplet. NOTE Changing the click level or quantization in Pattern Record Mode also changes it in Song Record Mode.
Other Pattern Functions 6 Other Pattern Functions There are additional functions in Pattern Play Mode, helping you to precisely complete your own patterns. ■ Swing Swing gives your patterns a looser, “swing” feel by slightly delaying the even-numbered eighth or 16th notes. Each pattern can be programmed with a different swing setting. You can modify the swing at anytime, while the RY20 is stopped or during playback. 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to put the RY20 into Pattern Mode.
Other Pattern Functions NOTE The “SWING” indicator will appear on the top of the LCD when any swing parameter other than “OFF” is selected. It will remain lit for the selected pattern as long as a swing function is active. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE SWING OTHERS HH SD BD QUANTIZE MAIN A The range is from “51%” to “99%” or “OFF”. 4 The default quantization is eighth notes. To change the quantization press the [ > ] cursor button to change the focus to the “QUANTIZE” prompt.
Other Pattern Functions 2 Select the Groove display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] button until the display indicates “GROOVE” and the current value (“OFF”) flashes. PAGE – PAGE + PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD QUANTIZE LEVEL TIMING MAIN A 3 Select the groove by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. NOTE The “GROOVE” indicator will appear on the top of the LCD when any groove parameter other than “OFF” is selected.
Other Pattern Functions Snap2 Snap 2nd If there is a snare on the second beat of the measure, repeat it after a delay of an eighth note, a dotted eighth note, or a sixth note. Any note on the second beat of each measure is shifted forward in time. Snap4 Snap 4th If there is a snare on the fourth beat of the measure, repeat it after a delay of an eighth note, a dotted eighth note, or a sixth note. Any note on the fourth beat of each measure is shifted forward in time.
Other Pattern Functions All three settings can be reset to their default values by pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously. 4 5 Change the focus to the “LEVEL” prompt using the [ > ] cursor button. Modify the value by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The range is from “01” to “16” (full effect). NOTE If the “LEVEL” setting is inactive, it is indicated with a value of “---” on the display. Press the [ > ] cursor button again to skip the inactive setting.
Other Pattern Functions ■ Velocity Modify You can modify the velocity settings for an entire track. This function allows you to change the rate of velocity and the offset from the recorded values. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to put the RY20 into Pattern Mode. Select a pattern by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. 2 Select Velocity display page by pressing the [PAGE+] button until the display indicates “VELCTY” and the current rate flashes.
Other Pattern Functions 6 Modify the value by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The default level is “00”. The range is from “–99” to “99”. The level value controls how much the volume will be changed from its recorded value. As the level is reduced, the volume of all the notes on the track is correspondingly lowered. When you raise the level, the volumes are correspondingly increased. 7 Select the next track you wish to modify with the Track Select/Mute buttons.
Other Pattern Functions NOTE PAGE – You can also select the Clear display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons. PAGE + OTHERS TRACK SELECT/ MUTE 3 Select the section of the pattern you want to clear. Press and hold the [SECTION] button, then press the appropriate Drum Pad button. The appropriate Section indicator lights up, for example, the “INTRO” indicator. 4 Select the tracks you wish to clear with the Track Select/Mute buttons.
Other Pattern Functions WARNING When you press the [ ENTER ] button the clear operation will be performed. It is not possible to recover data that you have lost by clearing the pattern. PLEASE BE CERTAIN THAT THIS IS WHAT YOU INTEND TO DO. NOTE If you forget to select any tracks, the RY20 will prompt you with the error message “SELECT TRACK”. 6 Select another section to clear by pressing the appropriate Drum Pad button while holding the [SECTION] button.
Other Pattern Functions INSERT COPY 2 Select the Copy display page by pressing the INSERT [ COPY ] button. The display reads “COPY SURE?”. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD PATTERN INTRO NOTE You can also select the Copy display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons. 3 Select the pattern to copy to by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The pattern you just selected is the Destination Pattern.
Other Pattern Functions 6 Copy the selected tracks of the current section by pressing the [ ENTER ] button. The prompt “END” will momentarily appear on the LCD. NOTE If the source pattern contains a lot of data, you may see the prompt “PLEASE WAIT” as the RY20 copies the data to the destination pattern. When you see the “END” prompt, the RY20 has completed copying the selected tracks from the source pattern to the destination pattern.
Other Pattern Functions IMPORTANT The error message “MEMORY FULL” may appear. See the important message on page 33 for details. WARNING Turning the power off during the execution of the copy function may cause the irretrievable loss of ALL user data. ■ Setting the Pattern Name This mode allows you to assign a name of up to five characters to a user/combination pattern. 1 Press the [PATTERN] button to put the RY20 into Pattern Mode.
Other Pattern Functions NOTE The RY20 contains the following character set, allowing you to use numbers, upper and lower case letters and symbols for your name. (Space) !”#$%&’()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWX YZ[¥]^_‘abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{|}→← 4 To move to the next character, press the [ > ] button. The second character will flash. Change that character by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
Recording a Song 7 Recording a Song The RY20 can record 50 original songs, each consisting of as many patterns as you want, in its internal memory. The internal memory saves your pattern and song data even if the power is shut off. There are two song record modes: Step Record Mode and Real-time Record Mode. ■ Step Record Mode In this mode you select patterns one at a time to create your song. SONG 1 Press the [ SONG ] button to put the unit in Song Mode.
Recording a Song 3 Start recording by pressing the [RECORD] button. The red Record LED lights and the “PATTERN” indicator flashes. NOTE The current Pattern is shown beside the flashing “PATTERN” indicator. SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD PART SONG MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A The following illustration points out some key indicators on the display when the RY20 is in Song Record Mode.
Recording a Song 6 Press the [FORWARD] button to select the next part to record. NOTE The “PART” number and “MEASURE” number prompts both get updated. SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD SONG PART MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A Part numbers that exceed “999” will be displayed without the fourth digit, for example, part number 1001 will be displayed as “001”. A measure number that exceeds “999” will also be displayed without the fourth digit. For example, measure number 1001 will be displayed as “001.”.
Recording a Song NOTE The [ TOP ] , [FORWARD] , and [BACKWARD] buttons can be used to move around the song so that you can edit the parts you have recorded. You can also record the selected section of the current pattern by pressing the [ ENTER ] button. To record more than one part of a section, press the [ ENTER ] button repeatedly until you have recorded the number of parts desired.
Recording a Song 10 Stop recording by pressing the [RECORD] button again. The red Record LED turns off and the RY20 returns to Song Mode. NOTE If you have recorded a long and complex song, the RY20 may need a short time to arrange the data in its memory. In this case, the prompt “PLEASE WAIT” may momentarily appear on the display, IMPORTANT Depending on the amount of data you have recorded, it may not be possible to fully record all the available songs.
Recording a Song ■ Real-Time Record Mode Recording a song in real-time mode allows you to listen to the patterns as you record them. 1 Select a song and start recording by pressing the [RECORD] button. The red Record LED lights and the “PATTERN” indicator flashes. SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD SONG PART MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A SECTION 2 Select the first section for your song by holding down the [SECTION] button and pressing the Drum Pad button for the section you want to record.
Recording a Song 4 Select the next pattern by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. Alternatively, you can select another section. Press and hold the [SECTION] button. Then press the drum pad button for the next section you want to record. The “NEXT” indicator lights up until the current pattern or section has finished playing.
Recording a Song ■ Setting the Tempo Set the tempo for your new song. 1 Press the [TEMPO] button to place the unit in Tempo Mode. Adjust the tempo by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. TEMPO The tempo can be set to any value from 40 to 250 beats per minute. 2 Press the [ SONG ] button to return back to Song Record Mode. NOTE Pressing the [TEMPO] button again is another method of switching the RY20 back to Song Record Mode.
Recording a Song ENTER 3 Press the [ ENTER ] button to delete the part. WARNING BE CERTAIN THAT THIS IS WHAT YOU INTEND BEFORE YOU PRESS THE [ ENTER ] BUTTON. IMPORTANT If you decide that you DO NOT want to delete a part from the song, you can cancel this operation by simply selecting another function. Press the [ SONG ] button to return to Song Record Mode. Press the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons to select another display page. Cancel the recording by pressing the [RECORD] button.
Recording a Song NOTE You can also select this display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] buttons. 2 Select the insert location by stepping through the parts with the [FORWARD] or [BACKWARD] button. 3 Select a pattern to insert by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. PAGE – PAGE + Alternatively, select another section to insert. Press and hold the [SECTION] button. Then press the drum pad button for the section you want to record.
Recording a Song ■ Adjusting the Click The RY20 has a built-in click which you can use as a “count-in” in Real-time Record Mode. You can change both the volume and the quantization of the click sounds. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Click display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] button until the display indicates “CLICK”. Notice the current volume level flashing.
Playing the Songs 8 ■ 1 Playing the Songs Playing a Song Press the [ SONG ] button to put the RY20 into Song Mode. Select the song you want to play by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. SONG SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD SONG PART MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A 2 Press the [ PLAY ] button to start the song. The green Play LED will flash in time with the current tempo setting and the song will begin playback. NOTE You can change the tempo as the song plays.
Playing the Songs Selecting a Part While the RY20 is stopped, you can select one of the parts of your song. The [FORWARD] button steps forwards through the parts of the song. Each time you press the button, the RY20 moves to the next part. Press the [ PLAY ] button to start playback from the selected part. SONG PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD SONG PART MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A NOTE The [BACKWARD] button steps backwards through the parts of the song.
Playing the Songs This allows you to temporarily change the pattern that is played by the current song. NOTE This pattern change is not recorded in memory. ■ Chain and Repeat The RY20 has two convenient functions for playing songs: Chain and Repeat. Repeat Repeat causes the currently selected song to be played continuously. 1 2 Press the [ SONG ] button to put the RY20 into Song Mode. 3 Select the Repeat display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons. The display indicates “REPEAT”.
Playing the Songs Notice that the icon changes in the top right corner of the LCD panel. This indicates that the Repeat function is active. NOTE When Repeat is turned on, it applies to all the songs. 5 Cancel this mode by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. Chain Chain allows you to play all the songs in order. If the next song is empty, song play stops. 1 2 Press the [ SONG ] button to put the RY20 into Song Mode.
Playing the Songs NOTE When Chain is turned on, it applies to all the songs. When you play the songs using the Chain function, the RY20 plays each song in order until it encounters a song with no data or until it finishes playing the last song. 5 Cancel this mode by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. Repeat and Chain You can combine the Repeat and Chain functions. This allows continuous playback of all the songs in order.
Playing the Songs NOTE You can also get to this display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons. ENTER 3 Select a song to clear by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. 4 Clear the song by pressing the [ ENTER ] button. The “END” prompt will momentarily appear on the LCD. IMPORTANT If you decide that you DO NOT want to clear the song, you can cancel this operation by simply selecting another function.
Playing the Songs ■ Copying a Song You can copy the data from any song to another song number. 1 Press the [ SONG ] button to put the RY20 into Song Mode. Select a song to copy from by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The song you just selected is the Source Song. 2 Select the Copy display page by pressing the INSERT [ COPY ] button. The display reads “COPY SURE?”.
Playing the Songs IMPORTANT If you decide that you DO NOT want to copy a song, you can cancel this operation by simply selecting another function. There are several ways to do this: Press the [ SONG ] button to return to Song Mode. Press the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] buttons to select another display page. NOTE If the source song contains a lot of data, you may see the prompt “PLEASE WAIT” as the RY20 copies the data to the destination song. NOTE The message “MEMORY FULL” may appear on the display.
Playing the Songs ■ Name that Song This mode allows you to assign a name of up to five characters to a song. 1 Press the [ SONG ] button to put the RY20 into Song Mode. Select a song by rotating the Jog Dial or using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. 2 Select the Name display page by pressing the [PAGE+] button until the display reads “NAME” and shows the name of the current song. Notice that the first character is flashing.
Modifying the Drum Kits 9 Modifying the Drum Kits The RY20 contains 300 realistic tunable voices including drums, effected drums, percussion of all kinds, and basses. You will find a detailed description of the layout of the drum kits on the RY20 in the section “Playing the Pads” starting on page 21. The RY20 has 20 preset drum kits and 20 user drum kits. Each drum kit has five drum pad banks and a bass pad bank.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Assigning Voices to Each Pad The first step in defining a drum kit is to assign voices to the drum pads. Select a User Drum Kit 1 Place the RY20 in Drum Kit Mode by pressing the [DRUM KIT] button. Note that the “DRUM KIT” indicator at the top of the display is lit.
Modifying the Drum Kits Select a Pad Bank PAD BANK 1 Press the [PAD BANK] button to switch the RY20 to Pad Bank Mode. NOTE From the initial display page of Pad Bank Mode, pressing the [PAD BANK] button will switch the RY20 back to the previously selected main mode, such as Pattern or Song Play Mode or one of the recording modes. 2 Select a Pad Bank from “A” to “E” by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
Modifying the Drum Kits Assigning Voices 1 2 Press the [DRUM KIT] button to return to Drum Kit Mode. Select the Assign display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons. Notice that the voice assignment for the current drum pad is flashing. PATTERN DRUM KIT PAGE – PAGE + DRUM KIT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT PAD MAIN A 3 Press the drum pad you want to modify. The pad number on the display changes to the new drum pad.
Modifying the Drum Kits HINT A quick way to return to the main level in any mode is to simply press its function button again. For example, to return to Drum Kit Mode from one of its display pages, just press the [DRUM KIT] button. ■ Volume Level Set the volume level for a drum pad. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Level display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display reads “LEVEL” and the current level flashes.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Stereo Pan Define the stereo pan for a drum pad. 1 Select the Pan display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons . The display reads “PAN” and the current pan setting flashes. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + –1 +1 DRUM KIT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT PAD MAIN A 2 3 Press the pad you want to modify after selecting the Pad Bank. Set the pan for the selected pad by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Pitch The RY20 can adjust the pitch of its voices over a range of four octaves, two octaves above and two below the centre frequency. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Pitch display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons. The display reads “PITCH” and the current pitch flashes. PATTERN DRUM KIT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT PAD MAIN A 2 3 Press the pad you want to modify after selecting the Pad Bank.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Decay The decay setting is used to modify voices, such as cymbals, that have a longer decay. 1 Select the Decay display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons. The display reads “DECAY” and the current value flashes. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + –1 +1 DRUM KIT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT PAD MAIN A 2 3 Press the pad you want to modify after selecting the Pad Bank.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Sensitivities The RY20 allows you to set four sensitivity parameters. These parameters determine the effect of tapping a drum pad harder (with increasing velocity) on the output sound. NOTE Some of the voices may not produce an audible effect. Level Sensitivity The harder you tap a drum pad, the louder its voice will sound. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Level Sensitivity parameter by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display reads “SENS” and “LVL”.
Modifying the Drum Kits When the level sensitivity is set to a value of “0”, an increase in velocity will not change the volume. Pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously resets the level sensitivity to “3”. –1 +1 PAGE – PAGE + NOTE If you have selected the Bass Pad Bank, the level sensitivity setting applies to all the pads. You can use the [ < ] and [ > ] cursor buttons to access the “SENS LVL”, “DRUM KIT” and “PAD” settings.
Modifying the Drum Kits The range is from “0” to “3”. Depending on the Pad Sensitivity setting (see page 98), adjusting this setting changes how much the pitch of a voice will shift up as the velocity with which you tap the drum pad increases. Pitch +3 +2 +1 0 –1 Velocity Pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously resets the pitch sensitivity to “0”. +1 NOTE If you have selected the Bass Pad Bank, the pitch sensitivity setting applies to all the pads.
Modifying the Drum Kits +3 +2 +1 0 -1 -2 Velocity -3 - Decay + The range is from “+3” to “-3”. Depending on the Decay (see page 89) and Pad Sensitivity (see page 98) settings, adjusting this setting affects the way the decay changes as the velocity with which you tap the drum pad changes. Pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously resets the decay sensitivity to “0”.
Modifying the Drum Kits 2 3 Press the pad you want to modify after selecting the Pad Bank. Adjust the balance sensitivity of the voice by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The range is from “+3” to “-3”. Depending on the setting of the Pad Sensitivity (see page 98), this setting affects the balance of the voice, as the pad is tapped harder. The following diagram illustrates the effects of the different settings on two-element voices.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Voice Polyphony When voice polyphony is on, the voice continues to play, even if you have triggered two events consecutively. This allows you to play voices with a long decay, such as crash cymbals, without cutting off the tail end of the previous cymbal sound. 1 To adjust the polyphony of the drum pad, select the Polyphonic display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display reads “POLY”.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Alternate Group You can assign individual voices to a group. This function is similar to turning polyphony off, except in this case the effect is used with interacting voices. For example, you can use the alternate group to create a more realistic effect with the various hi-hat voices in your kit. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Alternate Group display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons. The display reads “ALTER” and the current group flashes.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Note/Trigger Driven You can set each drum pad to receive Note-Off information. Once “NOTE” Driven is selected, its sound is cut immediately when you release the pad or when the internal sequencer or an external MIDI device sends a Note Off message. 1 Select the Note Driven display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display reads “DRIVEN” and the current status flashes.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Pad Sensitivity You can modify the velocity response of the pads with the pad sensitivity function. Unlike the preceding parameters, this setting affects the entire system. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Pad Sensitivity display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display indicates “PADSNS” and the current curve flashes.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Chase The Chase function controls whether the RY20 uses the currently selected Drum Kit or the Drum Kit that was used to record the pattern, to play back a pattern. Like the Pad Sensitivity, the Chase function affects the entire system. 1 Select the Chase display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The display indicates “CHASE”. The current mode flashes.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Copy This function lets you copy the current drum kit to another user kit. DRUM KIT 1 Place the unit in Drum Kit Mode by pressing the [DRUM KIT] button. Select the drum kit to copy from by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The kit you just selected is the Source Kit. PAGE – PAGE + 2 Select the Copy display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] buttons until the display reads “COPY SURE?”. Notice that the “DRUM KIT” indicator is flashing.
Modifying the Drum Kits ■ Name The name function allows you to assign a five character name to the drum kit you have just modified. 1 Place the unit in Drum Kit Mode by pressing the [DRUM KIT] button. Select a drum kit by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. 2 Select the Name display page by pressing the [PAGE+] button until the display reads “NAME” and displays the name of the current drum kit. Notice that the first character is flashing.
Changing the Effects 10 Changing the Effects The RY20 contains a built-in DSP that is capable of a wide variety of reverb and delay effects. ■ Enabling Effects If you have a rack of reverbs, delays, and other effects devices, you may want to use just the drum sounds of the RY20. The first display page of the Effect Mode allows you to quickly and conveniently bypass the DSP effects, switching from a “wet” sound to a “dry” sound. EFFECT 1 Put the RY20 in Effect Mode by pressing the [EFFECT] button.
Changing the Effects ■ Select the Effect Type The RY20 provides you with 10 different types of effect. You can apply a different effect to each drum kit. However, any changes you make to the effect settings for the preset drum kits are temporary. (The preset drum kits have predefined effect settings) 1 Select the Type display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current effect flashes under the “TYPE” prompt.
Changing the Effects ■ Send Level The send level is the amount of signal being sent to the DSP for processing. It is set for each individual drum pad. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Send Level display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current level flashes under the “SNDLVL” prompt. PATTERN EFFECT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT PAD MAIN A 2 Press the pad you want to modify.
Changing the Effects ■ Return Level The return level is the amount of processed effect from the DSP. 1 Select the Return Level display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current level flashes under the “RTNLVL” prompt. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + EFFECT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT MAIN A 2 Set the return level by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The range is from “00” to “31”.
Changing the Effects ■ Reverb Time The reverb time is the amount of time it takes for the reverberation simulation to completely subside. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Reverb Time display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current level flashes under the “R.TIME” prompt. PATTERN EFFECT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT MAIN A 2 Set the reverb time by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The range is from “00” to “31”.
Changing the Effects ■ Feedback Gain This setting affects the amount of delay signal being fed back to the DSP. The higher the value you select, the greater the number of delayed repeats is produced. 1 Select the Feedback Gain display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current level flashes under the “F.GAIN” prompt. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + EFFECT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT MAIN A NOTE Feedback gain can only be applied to the delay effects.
Changing the Effects ■ Delay Time In this mode, you can adjust the right and left channel delays. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Delay Time display page by pressing the [ PAGE+ ] or [ PAGE– ] button. The current levels are displayed under the “D.TIME” prompt with the left channel level flashing. PATTERN EFFECT PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD DRUM KIT MAIN A NOTE As with feedback gain, the delay time setting can only be applied to the delay effects.
Changing the Effects HINT For the most realistic effect, you should try to use slightly different values for each of the two channels. NOTE You can change the Delay Time for the preset drum kits. Your altered setting will stay in effect until you select another drum kit IMPORTANT The delays, “DELY3” and “DELY4”, may not be synchronized with the tempo if you slow the tempo down too far. This is because the RY20 can only work within a maximum delay time of approximately 380 milliseconds.
MIDI Functions 11 MIDI Functions The RY20 is a fully functional MIDI instrument. It can send or receive MIDI data through its MIDI IN and OUT connectors. You can play its voices from another instrument or you can use it to control other MIDI devices, such as keyboards or tone generators. You can connect your RY20 to a MIDI data storage device, such as the Yamaha MDF2 MIDI Data Filer, to perform back-ups of your valuable pattern, song and drum pad data.
MIDI Functions 2 Switch from “INT” (internal clock, the default) to “MIDI” (external MIDI controller) by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. + If you are using the RY20 with an external sequencer, synthesizer, or other MIDI device, set this function to “MIDI”. The external device must be transmitting an appropriate MIDI clock signal. Note that the “MIDI SYNC” indicator is lit up.
MIDI Functions 2 Select a channel by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. The channel choices are “01” to “16” and “OFF”. The default channel is “10”. Pressing the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons simultaneously resets the channel to “10”. Use “OFF” if you do not want the RY20’s drum instruments to respond to MIDI commands. ■ Bass Instrument MIDI Channel Set the transmission and reception channel for the bass instrument.
MIDI Functions ■ Program Change MIDI Channel The RY20 receives program change messages from external MIDI devices. They are used to change the drum kit number. Program change messages are transmitted, for example, by a MIDI keyboard whenever one of its voice selectors is pressed. 1 Select the Program Change display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The current channel flashes beside the “CH” prompt.
MIDI Functions ■ MIDI Note Assignment The RY20 has four types of note number tables. Each table contains a list of the drum pads and the corresponding MIDI note number. MIDI Note Tables PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Note Table display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The current table flashes below the “NT TBL” prompt. PATTERN MIDI PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MAIN A 2 Select a table by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
MIDI Functions MIDI Note Numbers 1 Select the Note Number display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The current note number flashes next to the “NT” prompt. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + MIDI PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD PAD MAIN A 2 3 Press the drum pad you want to modify. Change the MIDI note number of the current pad by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
MIDI Functions ■ Volume and Expression MIDI Volume The volume setting is used to control the volume level of the individual MIDI channels: Drum and Bass. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Volume display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The current instrument flashes below the “VOLUME” prompt. PATTERN MIDI PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MAIN A 2 Select the instrument “DR” (drums) or “BS” (bass) by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
MIDI Functions MIDI Expression The expression setting adds accentuation to the volume level of the individual MIDI channels: Drum and Bass. 1 Select the Expression display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. The current instrument flashes below the “EXPRES” prompt. PATTERN PAGE – PAGE + MIDI PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MAIN A 2 Select the instrument “DR” (drums) or “BS” (bass) by rotating the Jog Dial or by using the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons.
MIDI Functions ■ Bulk Dump The final MIDI function allows you to make back-ups of your RY20 by dumping your pattern and song sequences and drum kit data to a MIDI data filer such as the Yamaha MDF2. PAGE – PAGE + 1 Select the Bulk Dump display page by pressing the [PAGE+] or [PAGE–] button. PATTERN MIDI PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MAIN A ENTER 2 ■ Press the [ ENTER ] button to execute the request.
MIDI Functions The message “RECEIV BULK” appears on the display during execution of the data transmission. PATTERN PAD BANK A CHASE OTHERS HH SD BD MEASURE PATTERN MAIN A WARNING When the RY20 receives bulk data, it is stored in the same locations it was in when it was dumped to the external MIDI data storage device. This means that any pattern or song data which you recorded after performing the bulk dump will be overwritten by the bulk receive. BE SURE THIS IS WHAT YOU INTEND TO DO.
Appendix ■ Total Reset Procedure The following procedure can be used to reset ALL the RY20 parameters to their initial default settings. It will clear ALL the patterns, songs, and kits you have created. IMPORTANT Be sure to save any data you want to keep on a MIDI data storage device such as the Yamaha MDF2 MIDI Data Filer before you carry out the total reset procedure. –1 +1 1 2 Turn the RY20 power OFF. Press and hold both the [ +1 ] and [ –1 ] buttons. Turn the power back on.
■ No Pattern List Type LCD Name Name Time Signature No Type LCD Name Name Time Signature 0 Pop 8bPop 8-beat Pop 4/4 25 Dance House House 4/4 1 16bPp 16-beat Pop 4/4 26 DncPp Dance Pop 4/4 2 D.Pop Detroit Pop 4/4 27 B.
■ Drum Kit List Preset Kit Number Program No. Kit Number User (defaults) Program No. LCD Name Kit Name 0 0 20 64 Stand Pops R&B Standard Ballad Pops Effect Pad No.
Preset Kit Number Program No. Kit Number User (defaults) Program No. LCD Name Kit Name 10 25 30 89 Analg 11 26 31 90 Dance Rap Tech SE1 SE2 Analog Dance Rap Techno Effect Pad No.
■ No 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 Voice List LCD Name KTgt1 KTgt2 KTgt3 KTgt4 KTgt5 KTgt6 KDry1 KDry2 KDry3 KDry4 KJaz1 KJaz2 KJaz3 KJaz4 KJaz5 KJaz6 KRck1 KRck2 KGat1 KGat2 KGat3 KGat4 KGat5 KGat6 KGat7 KGat8 KGat9 KAmb1 KAmb2 KAmb3 KAn1 KAn2 KAn3 KAn4 KAn5 KAn6 KAn7 KAn8 KTec1 KTec2 KTec3 KTec4 KTec5 KTec6 KTec7 KElc1 KElc2
No 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 Note: LCD Name RimA1 RimA2 HCls1 HCls2 HCls3 HCls4 HCRom HCAmb HCSt1 HCSt2 HCSt3 HOSt4 HOSt5 HOMid HOHi HOMt1 HOMt2 HPedl HCAn1 HCAn2 HOAn RdHi RdMd RdLo RdBr Cup1 Cup2 Cup3 Cup4 Crsh1 Crsh2 Crsh3 Crsh4 C
■ Troubleshooting If you encounter one of the problems listed below, please check the possible causes and solutions before you assume that your RY20 is faulty. Problem No sound Possible Causes and Solutions Make sure the VOLUME control is turned up to a reasonable level. The VOLUME control affects the level of both the OUTPUT jacks and the PHONES jack. Check the levels set in the MIDI functions, Volume and Expression (seepage 116). The level of the drum pad is set to zero (see page 86).
■ LCD Messages The following is a list of messages that the RY20 will display if errors or other conditions have occurred. PRESET You have attempted to change a parameter in a preset pattern, song or drum kit. MEMORY FULL The RY20 memory is full or almost full and the specified operation cannot be performed. Delete unwanted songs to make more memory available. SELECT TRACK You have attempted to copy or clear a pattern without first selecting tracks. Select tracks and try the operation again.
■ Specifications Tone Generator Type AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) Polyphony 28-note Voices 300 Digital Signal Processor Type 6 Reverbs, 4 Delays Parameters On/Bypass; Send Level, Return Level, Reverb Time, Feedback Gain, Delay Time Sequencer Patterns Patterns 50 Presets, 50 Users, 50 Combinations Sections Intro, Main A, Main B, Fill AB, Fill BA, Ending Tracks Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Hi-hat, Others Tempo 40 - 250 Note Resolution 96 Clocks per Quarter Note Pattern Play Initial Tempo, S
■ 1. MIDI Data Format MIDI Receive 4) System Exclusive Messages Bulk Dump 1.1. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Reception Data and Conditions MIDI IN 8nH 9nH BnH (07H) BnH (0BH) CnH F0H F2H F3H F8H FAH FBH FCH FEH Note: 1.2.
YAMAHA [Rhythm Programmer] Date:21-APR-1994 Model RY20 MIDI Implementation Chart Version : 1.01 +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | Transmitted | Recognized | Remarks | | Function ...
Index +1 and –1 buttons .................................................................... 5 N A NAME.......................................................................... 60, 81, 101 NEXT........................................................................................ 16 NOTE (Note driven) ................................................................ 97 Note indicator [ ] ................................................................. 41 Note number ....................................