Roland FA 08 User Manual

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Using the SOUND MODIFY Knobs to Vary the Sound
You can use the SOUND MODIFY knobs to control the sound in real time.
You can control a total of 24 parameters, organized as four groups each containing six parameters.
Group that is controlled (lit)
1. Press the [SELECT] button to select the group of parameters that you want to control.
2. Turn knobs [1]–[6].
The sound will change according to the knob that you turn.
Changing the tonal character of the part
(CUTOFF, RESONANCE)
The lter parameters aect the character of the sound and
how it will be heard.
Depending on the frequencies that make up the sound, you
can boost or attenuate dierent regions to change its character.
Changing how the volume will vary of the part
(ATTACK, RELEASE)
You can adjust how quickly the sound will begin when the
key is played, and how quickly it will disappear when the key
is released.
Changing the stereo position of the sound of the
part (PAN)
You can change the pan (stereo position) of the part.
Adjusting the volume of the part (LEVEL)
You can adjust the volume of the part.
Adjusting the level of the high, mid, and low-
frequency regions (EQ)
You can adjust the equalizer (EQ) that is applied to the overall
sound.
Adjusting the input volume (INPUT LEVEL)
You can adjust the input volume of the AUDIO INPUT jack.
Applying an assigned function (ASSIGN)
You can assign various parameters to ASSIGN 1–6.
Applying eects conveniently (GLOBAL CONTROL)
This unit provides “global control” that lets you apply eects
conveniently.
“Global control” is technology that lets you optimize multiple
parameters of an eect simply by turning a single knob.
Knob Explanation
[1] (COMPRESSOR)
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no
compressor eect will be applied.
Turning the knob toward the right will smooth
out the overall volume, making your sound
more consistent.
[2] (TONE)
Turning the knob toward the left will boost the
mid-range, making the sound punchier. This is
appropriate when playing in a band.
Turning the knob toward the right will boost
the low and high-frequency ranges, producing
a more colorful sound. This is appropriate for
solo performances.
[3] (CHORUS)
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no
chorus eect will be applied.
Turning the knob toward the right will make
the chorus deeper.
[4] (REVERB)
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no
reverb eect will be applied.
Turning the knob toward the right will make
the reverb deeper.
[5] (TFX SELECT)
Selects the type of total eect.
You can choose one of 29 types of total eect
to be applied.
[6] (TFX CTRL)
Controls the parameters of the total eect you
selected.
Modifying the Sound in Real Time
MEMO
• For details on using the SOUND MODIFY knobs, refer to “Using the SOUND MODIFY Knobs to Vary the Sound” in “Reference Manual”
(PDF).
• For details on the parameters of the total eects, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).
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Roland FA 08 Specifications

General

Control type	Buttons, Lever, Rotary
Backlight color	Red
Backlight buttons	Yes
MIDI-keyboard number of keys	88 keys
Product color	Black
Sound effects	Chorus, Compression, Equalization, Reverberation
Display type	LCD
Interface	USB
USB version	2.0
USB ports quantity	2
Power source type	DC
Cables included	AC

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	340 mm
Width	1415 mm
Height	142 mm
Weight	16500 g