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Contents Contents A Message from the UR44 Development Team.........................................................2 Accessory Disk (TOOLS for UR44 CDROM).........................................................3 Cubase AI Download ..............................3 How to Read the Manual.........................4 Description of the Device .......................5 Front Panel......................................................5 Rear Panel ......................................................7 Software ...
Accessory Disk (TOOLS for UR44 CD-ROM) Accessory Disk (TOOLS for UR44 CD-ROM) The TOOLS for UR44 CD-ROM contains the following. - Guitar Amp Classics This processing effect features guitar amp simulations developed by Yamaha that fully utilize modeling technology. NOTE Operation Manual • UR44 Operation Manual (this document) • Basic FX Suite Operation Manual TOOLS for UR44 TOOLS for UR44 is necessary when connecting the device to a computer. Make sure to install it before initially using the device.
How to Read the Manual How to Read the Manual Make sure to read through the following documentation before using the device. • Read me first (printed) This is included with the package. Make sure to read through this manual carefully to ensure safe use before initially using the product. • Getting Started (brochure) This is included with the package. Read this manual when setting up the device. After finishing the setup as indicated in this manual, read the Operation Manual.
Description of the Device Description of the Device Front Panel 1 [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack/[PEAK] indicator For connection to a microphone, digital instrument, electric guitar, or electric bass. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (unbalanced only) plugs*1. The XLR-type is MIC only and the phone type is HI-Z only. The [PEAK] indicator lights in red when the signal is -3 dB or greater. 2 [MIC/LINE 3/4] jack/[PEAK] indicator For connection to a microphone or digital instrument.
Description of the Device 7 [+48V] switch Turns the phantom power on (O) and off (N). When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack. The [+48V] indicator lights when the switch is turned on. Turn this switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone. ) [PHONES 1/2 ] jack For connection to a set of headphones. [PHONES 1] outputs the MIX 1 signals. [PHONE 2] outputs the MIX 1 or MIX 2 signals.
Description of the Device Rear Panel 1 [P] (Standby/On) switch Sets the power of the device to On (O) or Standby (N). CAUTION Even when the [P] switch is in the standby position, electricity is still flowing to the unit. If you do not plan to use the unit for a while, be sure to unplug the AC power adaptor from the outlet. NOTICE • Setting the [P] switch to on and standby in rapid succession can cause it to malfunction.
Description of the Device 5 [MIDI OUT] jack For connection to the MIDI IN jack of a MIDI device. This transmits MIDI signals from the computer. 6 [MIDI IN] jack For connection to the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI device. This receives and inputs MIDI signals to the computer. Select [Steinberg UR44-1] for the MIDI port when using a MIDI jack with an iPad application. Please note that [Steinberg UR44-2] is not available. 9 [LINE INPUT 5/6] jacks For connection to digital instrument.
Software Software ASIO window This window is for selecting the ASIO driver settings. Introduction This section explains software operations for using the UR44 with a computer. NOTE 1 The software programs below do not apply to iPad. 2 3 Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver (Audio driver) Overview Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program which allows communication between the UR44 and a computer.
Software Mac dspMixFx UR44 (Mixer) How to Open the Window Overview • [System Preferences] [Yamaha Steinberg USB] This software is for operating the convenient built-in DSP mixer and DSP effects. The DSP mixer allows you to mix up to six input channels down to two stereo outputs. A number of DSP effects for processing the input signals are also provided, and since the processing/mixing is hardware-based, there is no monitoring latency.
Software Menu Description Initialize All Scenes Deletes all the saved scenes. Channel Area This is the area for configuring the input channel settings. 1 4 Scene 2 3 Indicates the scene name. You can change the scene name by clicking on it. 4 Clicking the button on the right opens the window for calling up other scenes. Call up the desired scene by clicking it. To cancel calling up the scene, click outside of the window. 5 5 6 7 8 STORE 9 Opens the scene store window.
Software 6 7 Effect On/Off DAW Area Turns the Effect on (lit) and off (dark). This is the area for configuring the DAW channel settings. Effect Edit Opens (lit) and closes (dark) the selected effect setup window. 8 1 Effect Type Indicates the effect type. The maximum number of Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics iterations which can be used simultaneously has restrictions. Refer to the “Limitations on the use of effects” (page 34). 9 REV-X Send Adjusts the signal level which is sent to REV-X.
Software Master Area 6 REV-X Return Level Adjusts the return level of REV-X. This is the area for configuring the master channel settings. Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB 7 Pan Adjusts the pan. 1 Range: L16 – C – R16 8 Mute Turns the mute on (lit) and off (dark). 2 3 9 4 Fader Adjusts the signal level. 5 6 Range: -∞ dB – +6.
Software Setup Window This windows is for configuring the common settings of the device. 1 Options Description Circular Drag in a circular motion to increase and decrease the parameter. Drag in a dial clockwise to increase, and counterclockwise to decrease. If you click any point on the knob, the parameter will jump there instantly. Linear Drag in a linear motion to increase and decrease the parameter. Drag upward or rightward to increase, and downward or leftward to decrease.
Software Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series (Windows for Configuring the Device Settings from Cubase Series) How to Open the Window 1. [Devices] [MixConsole] to open the Mixer window. Overview 2. Click [Racks] to open the rack selector. The Input Settings window appears in the Mixer window These are the windows for configuring the device settings from Cubase series. The dedicated windows for Cubase series allow you to configure the parameters which are configured by dspMixFx UR44.
Software 4. Click [HARDWARE]. 3 High Pass Filter Turns on (lit) and off (dark) the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6] ). To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Settings Window” (page 17) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.” The Input Settings window appears in the Mixer window as shown below. 4 Effect Edit Opens the selected effect setup window. 5 Effect type Selects the effect.
Software @ Headphones Edit 1 Opens the “Headphones Window” (page 17) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.” Opens the “REV-X” (page 20) setup window. 2 # REV-X Edit Reverb Routing Edit REV-X Type Selects the REV-X type. Options: Hall, Room, Plate Opens the “Reverb Routing Window” (page 17) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.” 3 REV-X Time Adjusts the reverb time of REV-X. This parameter links to Room Size. The adjustable range varies depending on the REV-X type.
Software Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (Compressor and Equalizer) Controls and Functions Common to Compressor and Equalizer 2 Overview The Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (“Channel Strip” for short) is a multi-effect that combines compression and EQ. Advanced sound engineering know-how is condensed into a number of convenient presets that can be simply and instantly recalled, for professional results.
Software 7 RATIO Equalizer ^ Adjusts the ratio of the compressor. Range: 1.00 – ∞ 8 KNEE $ Selects the knee type of the compressor. 9 Options Description SOFT Produces the most gradual change. MEDIUM Results in a setting midway between SOFT and HARD. HARD Produces the sharpest change. ( & * A B C D SIDE CHAIN Q E Adjusts the band width of the side chain filter. Range: 0.50 – 16.00 ^ ) SIDE CHAIN F This graph indicates the characteristics of the 3-band equalizer.
Software REV-X (Reverb) Controls and Functions 1–) ! Overview REV-X is a digital reverb platform developed by Yamaha for pro audio applications. One REV-X effect is included in this unit. Input signals can be sent to the REV-X effect, and the REV-X effect is applied only to the monitor outputs. Three types of REV-X are available: Hall, Room, and Plate. The hardware REV-X equipped with the device and REV-X of the VST Plug-in version have essentially the same parameters.
Software 7 LPF Guitar Amp Classics Adjusts the cutoff frequency of the low pass filter. 8 Range: 1.0 kHz – 20.0 kHz Overview Hi Ratio Guitar Amp Classics are guitar amp effects that make extensive use of advanced Yamaha modeling technology. Four amp types with different sonic characteristics are provided. Adjusts the duration of reverberation in the high frequency range by using a ratio relative to the Reverb Time.
Software 5 Cho/OFF/Vib DRIVE Turns the Chorus or Vibrato effect on or off. Set to [Cho] to turn the Chorus effect on, or to [Vib] to turn the Vibrato effect on. 6 SPEED/DEPTH These controls adjust the speed and depth of the Vibrato effect when it is on. The SPEED and DEPTH controls only work with the Vibrato effect, and are disengaged when the Cho/OFF/ Vib control, above, is set to “Cho” or “OFF.” 7 BLEND Adjusts the balance between the direct and effect sound.
Software LEAD 1 2 3 4 5 6 The LEAD amp type simulates a high-gain tube amp that is rich in overtones. It is ideally suited to playing lead guitar lines that will project well in an ensemble, but it can also be set up for crisp accompaniment tones as well. 1 High/Low Selects the amp output type. The [High] setting simulates a high-output amp, and allows the creation of more distorted tones. 2 GAIN Adjusts the input level applied to the preamp stage.
Basic Operation Basic Operation Using the UR44 with a Computer Introduction This section covers basic operation instructions. The explanations in this section assume that the TOOLS for UR44 has been properly configured according to the “Getting Started” instructions included with the package.
Basic Operation Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW Software Cubase Series Programs 1. Make sure that all applications have been closed. 2. Make sure that the [P] switch has been turned on (O). 3. Double-click the shortcut of Cubase series on the desktop to start Cubase. 4. Recording/Playback Cubase Series Programs 1. Launch the Cubase series DAW. The [steinberg hub] window appears. 2.
Basic Operation 7. Set the Channel Strip settings and REV-X settings on the Input Settings window. Select the Channel Strip Insertion location depending on the desired insert point. The default setting is “Lower” (applied to both the monitor signal and the recording signal). For details on the Insertion location, refer to the “Effect Insertion location” (page 16) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.
Basic Operation Using the UR44 with an iPad Introduction This section covers basic instructions for operating with Cubasis (an iPad app sold by Apple). The explanations here assume that the settings for using the UR44 with iPad have been properly configured according to the “Getting Started” instructions included with the package. For the latest Cubasis information, see the Steinberg web site below. http://www.steinberg.net/ NOTE iOS applications may not be supported in your area.
Basic Operation Recording/Playback 1. After turning the [CC MODE] switch on, turn on the [P] switch on (O). 2. Open Cubasis. 3. Double-tap the Project [Template]. 4. Enter a project name and tap [OK] in the [New project] window. 5. Tap [+AUDIO] to add an AUDIO track. 6. Tap on the far left of your screen to show the track menu, with [Audio input] at the top. 7. Tap to show the details window and set the input bus for the track by tapping a number. 8. Tap 9.
Basic Operation 11. Tap [I] to start the recording. 12. Tap [] to stop the recording. 13. Tap and slide on the ruler to move the playback position. You can also tap recording. to return to the beginning of the 14. Tap [>] to playback the recorded sound. dspMixFx for iPad From your iPad, you conveniently control built-in DSP mixer functions and DSP effects by using dspMixFx for iPad. For details on dspMixFx for iPad, see the Steinberg web site below. http://www.steinberg.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting No sound [POWER] does not light. • Are the volume controls of the device set to appropriate levels? • Is the AC adaptor connected correctly? Confirm the levels of the [OUTPUT] knob and [PHONES] knob. The UR44 is not a bus-powered type device. Refer to the Getting Started instructions to turn on the [P] switch. Power indicator does not switch from flashing to being continuously lit.
Troubleshooting Unusual sound (noise, interruption, or distortion) • Is the buffer size set too low? Increase the buffer size compared to the current settings; refer to the section “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver” (page 9) for instructions. • Does your computer satisfy the system requirements? Confirm the system requirements. For the latest information, see the Steinberg web site below. http://www.steinberg.
Appendix Appendix Mac 1. Disconnect all USB devices other than the mouse and keyboard from the computer. 2. Start the computer and log in to the Administrator account. Uninstalling TOOLS for UR44 To uninstall the software, you must remove the following software one by one. • Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver Exit any open applications and close all open windows. • Steinberg UR44 Applications • Basic FX Suite Follow the steps below to uninstall TOOLS for UR44. 3.
Appendix Signal Flows The following chart indicates the signal flow in the device. NOTE • The controllers on the device, such as the [INPUT GAIN] knob, [OUTPUT] knob are not included in this chart. • To configure each parameter, use the “dspMixFx UR44” (page 10) or “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series” (page 15). • Please note that you cannot use the built-in Channel Strip (Ch. Strip) and Guitar Amp Classics when the sample rate is set to 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz. From [MIC/HI-Z 1] From [MIC/HI-Z 2] Ch.
Appendix Limitations on the use of effects The maximum number of Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics iterations which can be used simultaneously are limited to the following. For example, Channel Strip can be used for two mono channels, while Guitar Amp Classics can be used for one mono channel simultaneously.
Appendix Block Diagrams UR44 – 44.1/48/88.
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