Korg PA 80

KORG PA-80 Demonstration and Sales Guide
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Using the SONG MODE Sequencer
In addition to the Backing Sequencer, the PA-80 also features a 16-Track Real-Time MIDI sequencer. To
access this sequencer, enter the SONG mode by pressing the SONG Mode button and then press
RECORD. In the DISPLAY will be a list of sequencer functions: Resolution, Time Signature, Metronome,
Tempo and the Record Mode, indicated by REC:
There are four Record Modes:
1. OVERDUB is the most common mode. This Mode is used to record new parts, add new parts
on top of existing tracks, etc…
2. OVWRITE (Over Write) Mode actually replaces the data on the track with new the information
being played.
3. AUTPNCH (Auto – Punch) Mode allows you to preset a start measure and an end measure
where the record mode will start and stop as the song is playing.
4. PEDPNCH (Pedal – Punch) allows you to manually start and stop recording from a footswitch
as the song is playing. This is a great way to fix mistakes, etc…
In this mode, use the TRK SELECT button to access tracks 1-8. Press the TRK SELECT button a second
time to access tracks 9-16. Use the technique described in SELECTING SOUNDS AND MUTING PARTS
above to assign the sounds you like to each track.
Once you have recorded in the SONG MODE SEQUNCER, you can use the SONG EDIT functions to
Quantize, Transpose, or to change the Velocity of a track or a portion of a track. The SONG EDIT
functions also include copying, inserting, and deleting measures.
To access the SONG EDIT functions, turn the RECORD button off and press MENU to see the list of SONG
EDIT functions. Use the PAGE – and PAGE + keys to scroll thru the different options.
Building a (fairly complex) PERFORMANCE Set-Up
Okay, here is where it all comes together. A PERFORMANCE is your own customized set-up of STYLES,
sounds, EFX and all the rest. I am going to walk you through an example that really does a lot of
different things. It may seem long, but follow along. This will be easier if you just follow my example.
Later, you can try this on your own. We will do this in sections.
Customizing Drum Maps
You can select any available drum kit for this style, using the procedures described in the Selecting
Sounds and Muting Parts of this booklet. Here you will be able to change some individual components
inside of a kit.
1. Select the STYLE PLAY mode. Turn OFF the MEMORY button under the STYLE PLAY button.
2. Choose a STYLE. In this example we will use ANALOGYST (8/16 BEAT BANK 2, PAGE1, #4)
3. Select VARIATION 3
4. Press the big, red START / STOP button and get the rhythm playing.
5. Press MENU
6. Select STYLE CTRLS from the MENU. You are now looking at the STYLE DRUM EDIT page.
7. Highlight V3:DR.MAP:0 What this means is “VARIATION THREE, DRUM MAP #0
8. Using the VALUE WHEEL, dial up V3:DR.MAP:5. This selects a new drum map. NOTE: This is
NOT the same as choosing a new kit. You are simply re-mapping certain keys to new drums.
9. Highlight KICKDES:OFF (kick drum designation) Using the VALUE WHEEL, dial up #1. This
selects a new kick drum without changing kits
10. Highlight SNARDES:OFF (snare drum designation) Using the VALUE WHEEL dial up #3. Now
you’ve selected a different snare without changing kits.