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Roland JUNO-60 User Manual

Roland JUNO-60
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Roland JUNO-60 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony6 voices
EffectsChorus
Keyboard61 keys
Memory56 patches
Year Released1982
TypeAnalog
Oscillators1 DCO per voice
WaveformsSawtooth, Pulse
Filter24 dB/oct low-pass filter
LFO1 LFO
VCA1 per voice

Summary

Basic Connections

Connection Diagram

Illustrates how to connect external devices like pedal switches, headphones, and foot volume.

Memory Functions

Selecting Patches

How to select stored patch programs using Bank and Patch Number buttons.

Editing Patches

How to edit existing patch programs in real-time by adjusting controls.

Writing Patches

Procedure for saving edited or new patch programs into memory.

Copy Function

Allows copying patch programs to rearrange them within banks.

Tape Interface

Connections

Diagram showing how to connect the Juno-60 to a tape recorder for data transfer.

Saving Patch Programs

Step-by-step guide on how to save patch programs onto an ordinary tape recorder.

Verifying Data

Procedure to check the accuracy of recorded data after saving.

Loading Data

Instructions for sending saved patch programs from a tape recorder back to the Juno-60.

Functions for Sound Creating

DCO

Digitally Controlled Oscillator: controls pitch and generates waveforms.

HPF

High Pass Filter: passes high frequencies, cuts low frequencies.

VCF

Voltage Controlled Filter: changes tone color by emphasizing/cutting harmonics.

VCA

Voltage Controlled Amplifier: controls sound volume, usually via Envelope Generator.

ENV

Envelope Generator: creates control voltage for VCF/VCA, affecting volume and tone.

LFO

Low Frequency Oscillator: generates low-frequency signals for vibrato and growl effects.

Functions for Playing

Keyboard Operation

Details on playing the 61-key keyboard and octave transposition.

Controllers Overview

Explanation of controls like Volume, Octave Transpose, LFO Trigger, Bend Sens, and Bender lever.

Arpeggio Functionality

Arpeggio Modes and Patterns

Covers MODE, RANGE, and RATE controls for Arpeggio and sample patterns.

Hold and Transpose

Key Transpose Function

How to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard to play in different keys.

Combined Hold & Transpose

Combining Hold and Key Transpose functions for sustained transposed chords.

Remote Controls

Pedal Switch Operations

Details on using Pedal Switches for functions like Patch Shift and VCF Control.

External Sync and DCB

Using external sync for Arpeggio Clock and DCB interface for CV/Gate communication.

Effects

Chorus Effect

Describes the Chorus effect for adding spaciousness and richness to the sound.

Optional Effect Units

Lists and briefly describes common optional effect units like Echo Chamber, Delay, Phaser, etc.

Arpeggio Samples

Sample Scores

Presents various Arpeggio patterns and their corresponding musical notation.

Sample Sounds

Patch Program List

Details the 56 pre-programmed patches, categorized by bank and patch number.

Remarks on Patches

Notes on settings, pitch range, and using the Bender with specific patches.

Sound Synthesis Memo

Parameter Settings Template

A blank template for users to record their own sound synthesis parameter settings.

Specifications

Keyboard and DCO

Details keyboard specs and DCO parameters like LFO Modulation, PWM, Waveforms.

Filters and Amplifier (HPF, VCF, VCA)

Lists HPF, VCF, and VCA parameters including Cutoff, Resonance, ENV Modulation, and Level.

Envelope and LFO

Specifies ENV parameters (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) and LFO parameters (Rate, Trigger, Delay).

Controllers and Arpeggio

Details controller functions (Volume, Transpose, Bender) and Arpeggio settings (Mode, Range, Rate).

Memory and Power

Lists memory buttons (Patch, Bank, Write, Save) and Power switch.

Options

Accessories and Parts

Lists optional accessories like headphones, foot volume, pedal switch, case, and stand.

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