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Alesis DG8 - User Manual

Alesis DG8
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REFERENCE
MANUAL
Spring 1999

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • M
    Maria SimpsonSep 10, 2025
    Why isn't my Alesis DG8 Musical Instrument AUX pedal controlling volume?
    • M
      madisonabbottSep 10, 2025
      If the AUX pedal on your Alesis Musical Instrument is not controlling the volume, it may have been set to control modulation. Set the AUX pedal to Volume.
  • J
    James KimSep 12, 2025
    Why isn't AUX pedal controlling modulation on my Alesis Musical Instrument?
    • H
      Holly WhiteSep 12, 2025
      If the AUX pedal on your Alesis Musical Instrument is not controlling modulation or the rotary speaker effect on Electric Organ programs, it's likely that the AUX pedal has been set to control volume. In that case, set AUX pedal to Modulation.
  • A
    Adam RamirezSep 14, 2025
    Why is sustain pedal controlling volume on my Alesis DG8 Musical Instrument?
    • V
      Vincent JacksonSep 14, 2025
      If the sustain pedal on your Alesis Musical Instrument is controlling the volume or brightness, the sustain pedal is likely plugged into the SOFT pedal jack. Plug the sustain pedal into the SUSTAIN/SOST jack.
  • G
    Gerald LewisSep 16, 2025
    Why does soft pedal sustain notes on my Alesis Musical Instrument?
    • T
      Tyler PhillipsSep 16, 2025
      If the soft pedal causes notes to sustain on your Alesis Musical Instrument, it means the soft pedal is plugged into the SUSTAIN/SOST jack. Plug the soft pedal into the SOFT jack.

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED

HOOK IT UP

Explains how to connect power, pedals, and external audio/MIDI equipment.

TURN IT ON AND PLAY IT

Basic steps to power on the DG8 and start playing sounds.

HOW THE SOUNDS ARE SELECTED

Details on selecting sounds in Single, Layer, and Split modes.

USING THE CONTROLS

Explains the function of various control panel elements like sliders and buttons.

MIDI Channel Function

Setting the DG8's MIDI channel for communication with other devices.

CHAPTER 2: PLAYING THE DG8

HOW THE SOUNDS ARE ORGANIZED

Explains the internal structure of sound programs (Keyboard Banks, Bass Banks).

SELECTING INTERNAL SOUNDS

Steps for choosing and arranging internal sound programs.

USING THE EXTERNAL CARD SOUNDS

How to use optional QCards for expanded sound libraries.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Detailed explanation of the DG8's physical controls and their functions.

CHAPTER 3: MIDI FUNCTIONS

MIDI AND THE DG8

How the DG8 handles MIDI communication and channel assignments.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

SPECIFICATIONS

MIDI Implementation Chart

A table detailing the DG8's MIDI message support.

WARRANTY

REFER ALL SERVICING TO ALESIS

Instructions on who to contact for product servicing.

OBTAINING REPAIR SERVICE

Steps for obtaining warranty repair service.

Alesis DG8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlesis
ModelDG8
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

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