Kurzweil Forte - Splits and Layers; Program Edit Mode; Multi Mode; Multi Edit Mode

Getting Started
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Splits and Layers
Programs can be Split into Multis, so that keys in one region of the keyboard play a dierent
program than another region. Programs can also be Layered into Multis, so that more than
one Program can be played by striking one key. Press the Split or Layer soft button to create a
Split or Layer Multi containing the current Program. You will then be able to add up to three
additional programs to create a Split or Layered Multi containing up to four Programs.
Program Edit Mode
Program Edit Mode allows you to change the parameters of a Program and save a customized
version as a user Program. Synthesis and eects parameters can be edited or assigned to
controllers. Also, Insert and Aux eects Chains can be selected.
Multi Mode
Multi mode allows you to play Multis, which are arrangements of up to 4 Programs split and/
or layered in Zones across selected ranges of the keyboard. e volume of the Program in each
Zone can be easily adjusted while you are playing by using sliders A through D, and each Zone
can be muted and enabled by using the Zone Mute buttons above these sliders. You can create
custom assignments for the remaining sliders, buttons and foot controllers to control eects
and synthesis parameters of each Program.
Multi Edit Mode
Multi Edit Mode is used to modify the many parameters that make up Multis, including
Program Selection, Volume, Pan, Controller assignments, eects and the layering and split
options. Multi Edit Mode allows for powerful customizations of the many built in sounds
available on Forte and allows you to make new and unique sound combinations for your own
performances and compositions.
Global Mode
Global Mode gives you access to the global parameters of the Forte. It allows you to edit
the master settings of the unit. It also allows you to restore factory defaults on the unit by
performing a Hard Reset. Some of the more common settings are summarized below.
MIDI Settings
MIDI channels, modes and other parameters related to transmitting and receiving MIDI are
set within the MIDI pages.
Info
e Info page displays the currently installed operating system and object versions. Use this
page to check if your Forte is up to date with the most recent software and sounds posted at
kurzweil.com.