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Boss MICRO BR User Manual

Boss MICRO BR
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Owner's Manual
*04455301-04*
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
(p. 2–3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4–5). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel
assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit,
Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept
on hand as a convenient reference.
About the Symbols and icons in this manual
Text in square brackets [ ] refers to buttons on the panel of the MICRO BR.
[EXIT]
: EXIT button
[UTILITY]
: UTILITY button
Reference such as (p. **) indicate pages in this manual to which you can refer.
Indicates information that you should be aware of when using the MICRO BR.
Indicates a convenient operation or useful music production technique.
Indicates supplementary information about an operation.
Indicates a reference page.
Indicates an explanation of a term.
Owner’s Manual
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Copyright © 2006 BOSS CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of BOSS CORPORATION.
BOSS Website http://www.bosscorp.co.jp/

Table of Contents

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Boss MICRO BR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tracks8
Simultaneous Playback Tracks4
Simultaneous Recording Tracks2
Sampling Frequency44.1 kHz
A/D Conversion24-bit
D/A Conversion24-bit
MetronomeYes
DisplayLCD
StorageSD/SDHC Card
EffectsChorus, Flanger, Phaser, Delay, Reverb
Inputs1 x 1/4"
Outputs1 x 1/8" (headphone/line out)
USBMini-B
Power Supply2 x AA batteries
Dimensions5.38 x 3.25 x 0.88 inches
Virtual Tracks64

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines for operating the unit to prevent hazards.

Introducing the MICRO BR

Multitrack Recording Capabilities

Explains the four-track recording system with virtual tracks (V-tracks).

Panel Descriptions Overview

Top Panel Controls Explained

Detailed explanation of the buttons and indicators on the top panel.

Side Panel (Right) Connections

Details the GUITAR IN, LINE IN/MIC jacks, and INPUT LEVEL control.

Side Panel (Left) and Bottom Panel

Covers DC IN, VOLUME, PHONES/LINE OUT, USB, Battery Cover, and HOLD switch.

Getting Ready to Use the MICRO BR

Inserting Batteries and Memory Card

Step-by-step guide for installing power and storage media.

Powering the Unit On and Off

Procedures for safely turning the MICRO BR on and off.

Creating a New Song

Creating a New Song Project

Step-by-step process to create a new song project.

Selecting the Audio Input Source

Guide to choosing and configuring audio input sources.

Recording a Performance

Step-by-step guide for recording audio performances.

Using the MP3 Player

Section 1. Recording and Playing Back

Selecting Input Sources

Guide to choosing and configuring audio input sources.

Adjusting Recording Levels

Steps for setting input sensitivity and recording levels.

Re-recording Over Mistakes (Punch-in/out)

Guides on manual and auto punch-in/out recording techniques.

Loop Recording (Repeatedly Recording Regions)

Using repeat function with auto punch-in/out for repeated recording.

Undo/Redo Editing Operations

How to cancel operations and revert to previous states.

Putting Multiple Tracks Together (Bounce)

Explains the bounce process for combining multiple tracks onto one.

Section 2. Editing Song Structure

Editing Performances on Tracks (Track Edit)

Operations to modify song structure by copying or moving track data.

Copying Track Data (Track Copy)

Detailed steps for copying track data to another location.

Moving Track Data (Track Move)

Instructions for moving track data to different locations.

Erasing Track Data (Track Erase)

Steps for deleting track data from the memory.

Managing Recorded Songs

Procedures for copying and erasing songs.

Saving Space on Memory Card (Song Optimize)

Operation to free up space by removing unused data.

Section 3. Using Effects

Using Insert Effects

Introduction to insert effects and their application.

Editing Insert Effects Settings

Steps for modifying effect parameters and saving custom patches.

Saving Insert Effects Settings (Write)

Procedure to save edited effect settings as new patches.

Parameter List for Effects

Details parameters for various effects including compressors, EQs, and delays.

Using Reverb Effect

Introduction to reverb effects and their application.

Mastering Process Overview

Explains the Mastering Tool Kit and its purpose.

Mastering Procedure Steps

Steps for using the Mastering Tool Kit to optimize song volume and balance.

Editing Mastering Tool Kit Settings

How to modify existing mastering settings or create new ones.

Saving Mastering Tool Kit Settings (Write)

Procedure to save edited mastering settings as patches.

Parameter List for Mastering Tools

Details parameters for effects like compressor, limiter, mixer, and output.

Section 4. Using Rhythm

Creating an Original Arrangement

Guide to creating custom arrangements by sequencing patterns.

Specifying the Pattern for the First Measure

Steps to set the initial pattern for an arrangement.

Placing Patterns in the Desired Order

How to sequence patterns and set starting measures for each step.

Section 5. Using MP3 Player

Switching to MP3 Mode

How to switch the unit's operation mode to MP3 player.

Playing MP3/WAV Files

Step-by-step guide to selecting and playing audio files.

Practicing with MP3/WAV Files (Phrase Trainer)

Utilizing the Phrase Trainer function for practice with audio files.

Recording MP3 or WAV Data

How to record audio directly as MP3 or WAV files.

Section 6. Using USB

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Steps to establish a USB connection between the MICRO BR and a computer.

Transferring MP3/WAV Files (Windows)

Step-by-step guide for file transfer on Windows.

Copying MP3/WAV Files to MICRO BR

How to transfer audio files from computer to the unit.

Copying MP3/WAV Files from MICRO BR

How to transfer audio files from the unit to the computer.

Backing Up and Recovering Song Data

Procedures for backing up and restoring song data via USB.

Backing Up Song Data

Steps to save MICRO BR song data to a computer.

Recovering Song Data

Steps to restore song data from a computer to the MICRO BR.

Breaking USB Connection (Windows XP/Vista)

Safe disconnection procedures for Windows XP/Vista.

Breaking USB Connection (Windows 2000/Me)

Safe disconnection procedures for Windows 2000/Me.

Transferring MP3/WAV Files (Macintosh)

Guide for file transfer on Macintosh systems.

Breaking USB Connection

General steps for safely disconnecting the USB connection.

Section 7. Other Convenient Functions

Tuning an Instrument (Tuner)

Using the built-in chromatic tuner for guitars and basses.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Error Messages

A list of common error messages and their solutions.

Specifications Overview

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