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Roland M-GS64 User Manual

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Roland M-GS64 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelM-GS64
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Provides essential guidelines for safe electrical grounding practices to prevent electric shock.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

Guidelines for connecting and operating the unit's power supply safely.

Placement

Advice on optimal positioning of the unit to avoid interference and ensure proper ventilation.

Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and caring for the unit to ensure its longevity and appearance.

Memory Backup

Information about the unit's battery backup for memory and precautions for data preservation.

Panel Descriptions

Quick Start

Connections and Power-up

Step-by-step guide on connecting the unit and powering it on safely.

About the M-GS64's Modes

Explains the two primary operating modes: Patch Select and Edit modes.

Try Out Sounds in the Patch Select Mode

Guide to selecting and playing sounds (Patches) and understanding Parts.

Selecting a Patch or Drum Set

How to choose sounds (Patches) and drum sets using Program and Bank numbers.

Muting a Part

How to silence individual Parts temporarily during playback or editing.

Monitoring a Part

How to isolate and listen to individual Parts for editing and sound checking.

Creating and Saving a Sound

Saving a Sound

Procedure for modifying and storing custom sounds as User Sounds.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameters)

Drum Set Settings

Details on setting parameters for individual drum instruments within a Drum Set.

How the M-GS64 Is Organized

Single Module Mode and Double Module Mode

Explains the two operational modes affecting effect and parameter settings.

About the Sound Map

Information on the two sound maps available for desktop music systems.

Voices and Maximum Polyphony

Details on the unit's voice allocation and limitations on simultaneous notes.

Which MIDI IN Will Be Used by Each Part?

How the Parameters Work

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Overview of basic parameters including Level, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Key Shift, and Tune.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameters)

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameters)

Effects Settings

Details on various effect parameters like Reverb Type, Chorus Type, and Delay Type.

Matrix 4 (Utility)

Settings Affecting the Entire M-GS64

System parameters that control overall unit behavior like Input Mode and Bulk Dump.

Handy Functions

Level Meter Function

Explains how the Select indicator functions as a level meter for Patches or Parts.

MIDI Monitor Function

How to display the status of incoming MIDI messages for each Part.

Patch Only Mode

A simplified mode for selecting Patches and Sound Maps without using Edit mode.

Selecting a Patch in Edit Mode

How to select Patches while still in Edit mode using the Select button.

Parameter Reverse Mode

Reverses the direction of parameter selection using the Select button.

The Preview Function

How to play the currently selected sound for checking pitch and tuning.

Move Part Function

Allows quick jumping to specific Parts (A01, A16, B01, B16).

Using MIDI Messages to Control the Unit

Using MIDI Messages to Select Sounds

How to select sounds (Patches) and drum sets remotely using MIDI messages.

Using MIDI Messages to Select Drum Sets

How to change Drum Sets by transmitting MIDI Program Change messages.

Exclusive Data Addresses

Receiving Exclusive Data

How the unit handles exclusive data received via MIDI IN connectors for Parts.

Transmitting Exclusive Data

How the unit transmits exclusive data using its single MIDI OUT connector.

APPENDIXES

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common operational problems and unexpected behavior of the M-GS64.

Error Messages

Patch List MAP 1- (1)

MAP 2 - (1)

Drum Set List MAP 1 Drum Set (1)

MAP 2 Drum Set (2)

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION

1. RECEIVE DATA

Details MIDI messages the unit receives, covering Channel Voice and Control Change.

Section3.Individual Parameter Transmission

Address Block Map

Map showing addresses for individual parameter transmission via MIDI exclusive messages.

Parameter address map

System parameters

Maps addresses for system-wide parameters affecting the entire unit.

Patch parameters

Maps addresses for common patch parameters affecting all Parts.

Patch Part parameters

Drum setup parameters

User Patch

Parameters for customizing and saving User Patches.

User Drum Set

Parameters for customizing and saving User Drum Sets.

Section 4. Bulk Dump

Parameter dump

Information on requesting and transmitting bulk data dumps of unit settings.

Dumping a list of internal sounds

Patch list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset sounds (Patches).

Drum set list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset Drum Sets.

Drum instrument list dump

Requests and transmits a list of instrument names within Drum Sets.

Examples of actual MIDI messages

Example of an Exclusive message and calculating a Checksum

Demonstrates calculating checksums for MIDI exclusive messages.

About tuning

The Scale Tune Feature (address: 40 1x 40)

How to adjust individual note pitches for various tuning scales like Equal Temperament.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Parameter Matrix Table

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Table showing parameters and their display values for the basic menu.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for Part parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for drum setup.

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for effect parameters.

Table of Parameter Value Ranges and Displays

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 0 parameters.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 1 parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 3 parameters.

Matrix 4 (Utility)

Specifications

Information

Part Names and Descriptions

Storing the Unit's Settings

How to Do a Bulk Dump

How to save unit settings using Bulk Dump to an external device.

Returning Settings to Their Factory Defaults (Factory Preset)

NRPN Receive Switch

How to Listen to the Demo Songs

Other Handy Functions

Level Meter Function

Explains how the Select indicator functions as a level meter for Patches or Parts.

MIDI Monitor Function

How to display the status of incoming MIDI messages for each Part.

Error Messages

Explains common error messages displayed by the unit and how to resolve them.

Using MIDI Messages to Control the Unit

Changing Patches

How to select Patches using Program Change and Bank Select MIDI messages.

Changing Performances

How to change Performances using Program Change MIDI messages.

Changing the Patch Table

How the unit switches between Patch Table 1 and 2 based on MIDI messages.

Reference

Parameters

A reference guide to parameters within Part Param 1, Part Param 2, Master, and MIDI Rx.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common operational problems and unexpected behavior of the M-GS64.

Roland Exclusive Messages

1. Data Format for Exclusive Messages

Explains the structure and components of Roland's exclusive MIDI messages.

2. Address-mapped Data Transfer

Describes the technique of addressing data for transfer via exclusive messages.

3. One-way Transfer Procedure

• Example of Message Transactions

Illustrates how data is exchanged between devices using MIDI messages.

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION

1. RECEIVE DATA

Details MIDI messages the unit receives, covering Channel Voice and Control Change.

Section3.Individual Parameter Transmission

Address Block Map

Map showing addresses for individual parameter transmission via MIDI exclusive messages.

Parameter address map

System parameters

Maps addresses for system-wide parameters affecting the entire unit.

Patch parameters

Maps addresses for common patch parameters affecting all Parts.

Patch Part parameters

Drum setup parameters

User Patch

Parameters for customizing and saving User Patches.

User Drum Set

Parameters for customizing and saving User Drum Sets.

Section 4. Bulk Dump

Parameter dump

Information on requesting and transmitting bulk data dumps of unit settings.

Dumping a list of internal sounds

Patch list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset sounds (Patches).

Drum set list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset Drum Sets.

Drum instrument list dump

Requests and transmits a list of instrument names within Drum Sets.

Examples of actual MIDI messages

Example of an Exclusive message and calculating a Checksum

Demonstrates calculating checksums for MIDI exclusive messages.

About tuning

The Scale Tune Feature (address: 40 1x 40)

How to adjust individual note pitches for various tuning scales like Equal Temperament.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Parameter Matrix Table

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Table showing parameters and their display values for the basic menu.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for Part parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for drum setup.

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for effect parameters.

Table of Parameter Value Ranges and Displays

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 0 parameters.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 1 parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 3 parameters.

Matrix 4 (Utility)

Specifications

Information

Part Names and Descriptions

Storing the Unit's Settings

How to Do a Bulk Dump

How to save unit settings using Bulk Dump to an external device.

Returning Settings to Their Factory Defaults (Factory Preset)

NRPN Receive Switch

How to Listen to the Demo Songs

Other Handy Functions

Level Meter Function

Explains how the Select indicator functions as a level meter for Patches or Parts.

MIDI Monitor Function

How to display the status of incoming MIDI messages for each Part.

Error Messages

Explains common error messages displayed by the unit and how to resolve them.

Using MIDI Messages to Control the Unit

Changing Patches

How to select Patches using Program Change and Bank Select MIDI messages.

Changing Performances

How to change Performances using Program Change MIDI messages.

Changing the Patch Table

How the unit switches between Patch Table 1 and 2 based on MIDI messages.

Reference

Parameters

A reference guide to parameters within Part Param 1, Part Param 2, Master, and MIDI Rx.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common operational problems and unexpected behavior of the M-GS64.

Roland Exclusive Messages

1. Data Format for Exclusive Messages

Explains the structure and components of Roland's exclusive MIDI messages.

2. Address-mapped Data Transfer

Describes the technique of addressing data for transfer via exclusive messages.

3. One-way Transfer Procedure

Example of Message Transactions

Illustrates how data is exchanged between devices using MIDI messages.

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION

1. RECEIVE DATA

Details MIDI messages the unit receives, covering Channel Voice and Control Change.

Section3.Individual Parameter Transmission

Address Block Map

Map showing addresses for individual parameter transmission via MIDI exclusive messages.

Parameter address map

System parameters

Maps addresses for system-wide parameters affecting the entire unit.

Patch parameters

Maps addresses for common patch parameters affecting all Parts.

Patch Part parameters

Drum setup parameters

User Patch

Parameters for customizing and saving User Patches.

User Drum Set

Parameters for customizing and saving User Drum Sets.

Section 4. Bulk Dump

Parameter dump

Information on requesting and transmitting bulk data dumps of unit settings.

Dumping a list of internal sounds

Patch list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset sounds (Patches).

Drum set list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset Drum Sets.

Drum instrument list dump

Requests and transmits a list of instrument names within Drum Sets.

Examples of actual MIDI messages

Example of an Exclusive message and calculating a Checksum

Demonstrates calculating checksums for MIDI exclusive messages.

About tuning

The Scale Tune Feature (address: 40 1x 40)

How to adjust individual note pitches for various tuning scales like Equal Temperament.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Parameter Matrix Table

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Table showing parameters and their display values for the basic menu.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for Part parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for drum setup.

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for effect parameters.

Table of Parameter Value Ranges and Displays

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 0 parameters.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 1 parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 3 parameters.

Matrix 4 (Utility)

Specifications

Information

Part Names and Descriptions

Storing the Unit's Settings

How to Do a Bulk Dump

How to save unit settings using Bulk Dump to an external device.

Returning Settings to Their Factory Defaults (Factory Preset)

NRPN Receive Switch

How to Listen to the Demo Songs

Other Handy Functions

Level Meter Function

Explains how the Select indicator functions as a level meter for Patches or Parts.

MIDI Monitor Function

How to display the status of incoming MIDI messages for each Part.

Error Messages

Explains common error messages displayed by the unit and how to resolve them.

Using MIDI Messages to Control the Unit

Changing Patches

How to select Patches using Program Change and Bank Select MIDI messages.

Changing Performances

How to change Performances using Program Change MIDI messages.

Changing the Patch Table

How the unit switches between Patch Table 1 and 2 based on MIDI messages.

Reference

Parameters

A reference guide to parameters within Part Param 1, Part Param 2, Master, and MIDI Rx.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common operational problems and unexpected behavior of the M-GS64.

Roland Exclusive Messages

1. Data Format for Exclusive Messages

Explains the structure and components of Roland's exclusive MIDI messages.

2. Address-mapped Data Transfer

Describes the technique of addressing data for transfer via exclusive messages.

3. One-way Transfer Procedure

Example of Message Transactions

Illustrates how data is exchanged between devices using MIDI messages.

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION

1. RECEIVE DATA

Details MIDI messages the unit receives, covering Channel Voice and Control Change.

Section3.Individual Parameter Transmission

Address Block Map

Map showing addresses for individual parameter transmission via MIDI exclusive messages.

Parameter address map

System parameters

Maps addresses for system-wide parameters affecting the entire unit.

Patch parameters

Maps addresses for common patch parameters affecting all Parts.

Patch Part parameters

Drum setup parameters

User Patch

Parameters for customizing and saving User Patches.

User Drum Set

Parameters for customizing and saving User Drum Sets.

Section 4. Bulk Dump

Parameter dump

Information on requesting and transmitting bulk data dumps of unit settings.

Dumping a list of internal sounds

Patch list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset sounds (Patches).

Drum set list dump

Requests and transmits a list of preset Drum Sets.

Drum instrument list dump

Requests and transmits a list of instrument names within Drum Sets.

Examples of actual MIDI messages

Example of an Exclusive message and calculating a Checksum

Demonstrates calculating checksums for MIDI exclusive messages.

About tuning

The Scale Tune Feature (address: 40 1x 40)

How to adjust individual note pitches for various tuning scales like Equal Temperament.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Parameter Matrix Table

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Table showing parameters and their display values for the basic menu.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for Part parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for drum setup.

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Table showing parameters and their display values for effect parameters.

Table of Parameter Value Ranges and Displays

Matrix 0 (Basic Menu)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 0 parameters.

Matrix 1 (Part Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 1 parameters.

Matrix 2 (Drum Setup Parameter)

Matrix 3 (Effect Parameter)

Lists value ranges and display formats for Matrix 3 parameters.

Matrix 4 (Utility)

Specifications

Information

Part Names and Descriptions

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