Roland FP-50 - Adding an Ending; Adding Variation to the Rhythm; Inserting a Fill-In

Adding Accompaniment to Your Performance
Adding an Ending
Here’s how to add an ending to the rhythm.
1. Play a rhythm.
2. Press the [INTRO/ENDING] button.
The ending will play, and then the rhythm will stop.
MEMO
The ending will last longer if the Variation feature is enabled (if
the [VARIATION] button is lit).
Adding Variation to the Rhythm
Two rhythm accompaniment patterns are available: the
original accompaniment pattern and a more colorful variation
accompaniment pattern.
Performers often nd it eective to start with the more laid back
original pattern, then switch to the variation as energy builds
during the latter part of the song.
1. Press the [VARIATION] button to switch the
accompaniment pattern.
[VARIATION] button Explanation
Unlit The original accompaniment pattern is playing.
Lit The variation accompaniment pattern is playing.
Inserting a Fill-In
You can insert a short phrase, called a “ll-in,” to your
accompaniment.
Fill-ins help add variety to your performances.
1. Hold down the [VARIATION] button and press the [–] [+]
buttons.
Value Explanation
ON Insert the ll-in.
OFF Do not insert the ll-in.
The [VARIATION] button blinks while the ll-in is playing.
What’s a “Fill-In”?
A short improvisational phrase inserted at the transition is
called a “Fill-In.” The ll-in best suited to the selected Rhythm
is played.
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