Korg R3 User Manual

iv
Thank you for purchasing the Korg R3 synthesizer/vocoder. To ensure
trouble-free enjoyment, please read this manual carefully and use the
product correctly.
Table of contents
Vocoder programs ............................................................................. 14
1. Playing a vocoder program................................................................... 14
2. Modifying the sound..............................................................................14
Arpeggiator ...................................................................................... 15
Using the arpeggiator ................................................................................15
Modulation Sequence ........................................................................ 16
1. Playing back a modulation sequence .................................................. 16
2. Recording a modulation sequence.......................................................16
Formant Motion ................................................................................. 18
1. What is a Formant Motion?................................................................... 18
2. Recording formant motion data ........................................................... 18
Editing ............................................................... 19
Basic editing...................................................................................... 19
Basic editing procedures............................................................................19
Editing each timbre .................................................................................... 20
Editing a vocoder program .......................................................................21
Editing the arpeggiator .............................................................................. 22
How to read the pages for each section ..................................................22
Introduction.......................................................... 1
Main Features ..................................................................................... 1
The structure of a program .................................................................. 2
Synthesizer ..................................................................................................... 2
Vocoder ........................................................................................................... 4
Front and rear panel ........................................................................... 5
Front panel .....................................................................................................5
Rear panel ...................................................................................................... 7
Preparations ........................................................ 8
Connections......................................................................................... 8
Connections from the audio outputs .........................................................8
Connections to the audio inputs ................................................................ 8
Connections to MIDI equipment/computers .......................................... 8
Connecting the included mic ...................................................................... 8
Connecting the pedal ................................................................................... 9
Turning the power on......................................................................... 10
1. The power supply ................................................................................... 10
2. Turning the power on ............................................................................ 10
3. Turning the power off ............................................................................ 10
Quick Start......................................................... 11
Demo songs ...................................................................................... 11
Listening to the demo songs ..................................................................... 11
Synth programs................................................................................. 12
1. Selecting and playing a program ......................................................... 12
2. Modifying the sound.............................................................................. 12

Korg R3 Specifications

General

Brand	Korg
Model	R3
Category	Synthesizer
Language	English