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Kurzweil PC3x User Manual

Kurzweil PC3x
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Musician’s Guide v2 Addendum
(includes PC3, PC3X, PC361, and X-Pro)
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Kurzweil PC3x Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony128 voices
Multitimbral16 parts
ArpeggiatorYes
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
Keyboard88-note fully-weighted hammer-action
Sound EngineVAST (Variable Architecture Synthesis Technology)
EffectsDual DSP effects engines with reverb, chorus, delay, distortion, and more
Display240x64 pixel backlit LCD
Sequencer16-track
Inputs2 x 1/4" (switch)
Outputs4 x 1/4"
USBYes
Factory Presets850+
User Presets256 setups
ControllersPitch wheel, modulation wheel, 9 sliders, 10 switches
Weight54 lb / 24.5 kg

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

Basic precautions when using electric products to reduce risks of fire, shock, or injury.

RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE

Guidance on how to correct harmful interference to radio or television reception.

Kurzweil International Contacts

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Contact information for obtaining technical assistance and support for the product.

Chapter 5 Effects

INFOEDIT page (INFO)

Page for editing controller assignment information for the current Chain.

Chapter 6 MIDI Mode

The TRANSMIT Page

Settings for transmitting MIDI data, including velocity and pressure maps.

The RECEIVE Page

Settings for receiving MIDI data, including velocity and pressure maps.

Chapter 7 Master Mode

MAIN

Core parameters for overall tuning, transposition, FX, and system settings.

MAPS

Parameters for setting keyboard behavior like velocity, pressure, intonation, and key action.

TEMPO

Controls for setting the system tempo, including tap tempo functionality.

Chapter 8 Song Mode and the Song Editor

Song Mode: The MAIN Page

Overview of Song Mode operations and soft button functions.

Song Mode: The BIG Page

Detailed song parameters including time, loop, and recording modes.

Song Mode: The MIXER Page

Controls track output settings, volume, program, and routing within a song.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Program Mode

The Program Mode Page

The main screen for selecting and viewing programs.

The Soft Buttons in Program Mode

Explanation of the soft button functions available in Program Mode.

Editing VAST Programs

Procedures for editing VAST programs, including FX and oscillator settings.

Editing KB3 Programs

Instructions for editing KB3 programs, covering MISC and OUTPUT pages.

Chapter 3 Setup Mode

Main Page

The primary screen for selecting and viewing setups.

The Channel/Program (CH/PROG) Page

Settings for zone assignments, MIDI channels, and program selection within a setup.

Controllers

Parameters for assigning and controlling parameters using physical controllers.

The ARPEGGIATOR & ARPEGGIATOR 2 (ARP1, ARP2) Pages

Detailed settings and parameters for the Arpeggiator functions.

Riffs

Configuration for triggering and controlling riff sequences within setups.

Chapter 4 Quick Access Mode

Soft Buttons In Quick Access Mode

Explanation of the soft button functions for transposing and viewing controller assignments.

The QA Editor

Tools for customizing existing Quick Access banks and entries.

Chapter 9 Storage Mode

The LOAD Page

Interface for loading .PC3, .P3K, .K26, .K25, or .KRZ files and individual objects.

Export

Options for exporting MIDI files, controller assignments, and object lists in various formats.

Chapter 10 Keymap and Sample Editing

The Keymap Editor

Tools for customizing factory preset keymaps and building new ones.

Editing Samples

Procedures for editing sample parameters, including MISC and TRIM pages.

Appendix A PC3 Legacy File Conversion

Object Types and Conversion Details

Details on converting older Kurzweil K2 series product objects to PC3 format.

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