Votes - 1, Average rating: 3
(
)
)
|
manual abstract
2 Using the MC-307................................................................................... 4 Listening to Various Patterns ............................................................... 6 Playing Back Patterns Continuously.............................................. 6 Adding Variations to Pattern Playback................................................ 8 Using Mute Function...................................................................... 8 Changing to Another Patch.......................................................... 10 Functions for DJ Performance ........................................................... 12 Adding Variations to Sound Using Knobs.................................... 12 Cutting Sound of a Specified Band (Isolator)............................... 14 Delay (Echo) and Reverb Effects ................................................ 16 Combining a Turntable and BPM................................................. 17 Phrase Adding Function ..................................................................... 18 Using a Single Keyboard Pad to Sound Phrases (Real-time Phrase Sequencing).............. 18 Using the Arpeggiator .................................................................. 19 Making Original Patterns..................................................................... 20 Creating Drum Part Play.............................................................. 20 Creating Bass Part Play............................................................... 26 Saving Created Patterns ..................................................................... 30 Copyright © 1999 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. QUICK START Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland MC-307 Groove Box. The MC- 307 is a further evolution of earlier groove boxes, making it even more usable than ever, providing enhanced realtime operability, and boasting new functionality optimized for DJ play. Unlimited possibilities can be achieved even by simply editing the preset patterns, making the MC-307 the ideal piece of groove gear for creating dance music. The MC-307 comes with two manuals: "Quick Start" and "Owner’s Manual." This "Quick Start" manual will help you to quickly learn basic operation of the MC-307. Before using this unit, careful- ly read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (REFERRENCE MANUAL p. 2; p. 8). These sections provide important information con- cerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in or- der to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, REFERRENCE MANUALshould be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Making the Connections Making the Connections * 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. * Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter. Otherwise, malfunction may result. Keyboard amp, Audio set Stereo headphones Included AC adapter (to the AC outlet) Wind the cable around the hook to prevent accidental disconnection. Audio Cable Pin Jack (For connecting to audio equipment) Phone Jack (For connecting to keyboard Amp.) * To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration. Turning the Power On and Off Turning the Power On and Off n Once the connections have been completed (p. 2), 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. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally. 1 Make sure that the volume control Knob of the MC-307 and of your amp system are turned to the minimum position. 2 Press the power switch on the MC-307’s rear panel to turn it on. 3 Turn on the power of the amp that the MC-307 is connected to. 4 Put your amp’s volume at an appropriate level. 5 Press whatever keyboard pads you like, so you hear sound, while you adjust the volume using the volume control knob on the MC-307. Turning the power off Be sure to turn the power off in the proper order. 1 Turn down the volume control Knob on the MC-307, your amp, and any other equipment so they are all at the minimum position. 2 Turn off the power on the amp to which the MC-307 is connected. 3 Then, turn off the power of the MC-307. Using the MC-307 Using the MC-307 n of the groovebox. It features functions that support real-time operation, and DJ-play. This manual explains the major functions of the MC-307. See the...