Specifications
ZOOM PS-04 59
Reference [Rhythm]
About the rhythm section
The rhythm section of the PS-04 uses built-in drum
and bass sounds to produce rhythm accompaniment
which can be played during recording and playback
of the audio tracks. For example, during recording
you might play a simple pattern that serves as a
metronome. Or you can add drum and bass
accompaniment to the recorded content of the audio
tracks and bounce the result onto a pair of V-takes.
Rhythm playback is possible in all modes except
the SYSTEM mode. However, to create or edit
rhythm patterns and to make rhythm related
settings, you must switch to RHYTHM mode by
pressing the [RHYTHM] key of the PS-04.
Explanation of some
important terms
Some terms that are relevant for rhythm section
operation are explained below.
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PATTERN mode/SONG mode
The rhythm section has two operation modes:
PATTERN mode for repeatedly playing drum/bass
patterns, and SONG mode for arranging and
playing rhythm patterns in a sequence that provides
the rhythm accompaniment to an entire song. The
initial mode when creating a new project is
PATTERN mode, but you can switch between
PATTERN mode and SONG mode by pressing the
[RHYTHM] key.
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Pattern/song
A program containing from a few measures up to a
maximum of 99 measures of drum/bass sounds is
called a pattern. The PS-04 has a capacity for up to
511 patterns per project. 346 patterns are already
preprogrammed, allowing you to play a rhythm
simply by selecting a pattern.
An arrangement of patterns in the desired playing
order using tempo, beat, and bass phrase (chord
type/root) information is called a song.
The PS-04 can have one song with up to 999
measures per project.
N
OTE
Patterns and songs are stored as part of a
project. You can also import all patterns or song
information from another project.
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Recorder
Rhythm
Track 1
Track 2
Track 3
Track 4
Drum track
Bass track
Drum track
Bass track
Pattern Pattern
Am
Chord
Dm G
C
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Song
Drum track
Bass track
Drum track
Bass track
Drum tr
Bass tra
Pattern A
Pattern B
Pattern C
Pattern D
Pattern E
Pattern A Pattern E Pattern B
Measure
number
This section explains the rhythm functions of the PS-04.