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Roland R-5 User Manual

Roland R-5
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Roland R-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelR-5
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

R-5 Quick Operation Mode Table

Main Mode

Overview of the main operational modes of the R-5 unit.

Edit Mode

Mode for editing sound, performance, and feel parameters.

Before Starting

Connections

Illustrates how to connect the R-5 to other audio equipment.

Initialize

Procedure for returning the R-5 to its factory default settings.

1 Let's have a listen

Using the Pad Keys to produce sound

Explains how to use Pad Keys to trigger instrument sounds and control volume.

Demonstration Play

How to play and listen to factory preset demonstration songs.

Play using a Feel Patch

Guide to playing rhythm patterns with Feel Patches for enhanced expression.

2 Creation of a rhythm

The process of rhythm creation

Overview of the steps involved in creating new rhythm patterns.

Making a rhythm pattern

Instructions on creating rhythm patterns, including notation examples.

Arranging rhythm patterns to create a song

How to link created rhythm patterns together to form songs.

IMPORTANT NOTES

General Precautions

Important safety and operational advice for using the R-5.

Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel

Identifies and describes the connectors and controls on the rear of the unit.

Front Panel

Identifies and describes the controls and display on the front of the unit.

1. The Process of Rhythm Creation

Assign Instruments

Process of assigning instruments to Pad Keys.

Create the Rhythm Pattern

Methods for creating rhythm patterns using Real-time or Step Write.

Edit the Sequence Parameters

Fine-tuning individual notes within a rhythm pattern.

Songs

Creation of a Song

Combining rhythm patterns to create songs.

Playing a Song

Procedures for playing back created songs.

Song Editing

Editing functions for songs, including deleting, inserting, and copying parts.

Setting for Instruments

Instrument Assignment

Assigning instruments to Pad Keys.

Editing Sounds

Modifying instrument sound parameters.

Feel Patches

Feel Patches

Introduction to Feel Patches and their use.

Setting Parameters

Detailed settings for Feel Patches, including patches, groove, and random factor.

Other Functions

Utilities

System functions including clearing and memory check.

Initialization and Clearing

Restoring factory default settings.

Tape Interface

Managing data transfer via tape.

Synchronized Play

Synchronizing playback with external devices.

MIDI

Concerning MIDI

Overview of MIDI implementation with the R-5.

Settings for the Instrument Section

Configuring MIDI receive and transmit channels, note numbers, and control changes.

Data Transfer Using Exclusive

Transferring data via MIDI Exclusive messages.

Getting the Most out of The R-5

Connection with an external MIDI device

Connecting the R-5 to MIDI devices.

Creation of Rhythm Patterns

Creating rhythm patterns.

Creation of Songs

Assembling rhythm patterns into songs.

Adding Effects

Applying sound effects.

Feel Patches

Using and setting Feel Patches.

Reference

Error Messages

Lists and explains common error messages.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common operational issues.

SPECIFICATIONS

Sound Sources

Details on the number of internal and copy instruments.

(Sound Parameters)

Ranges for Pitch, Decay, Nuance, Output Assignment, and Sensitivity Curve.

Rhythm Patterns

Specifications for preset and programmable patterns.

Songs

Specifications for song creation and storage.

[Front Panel]

List of controls and displays on the front panel.

[Rear Panel]

List of connectors and controls on the rear panel.

Dimensions

Physical dimensions of the R-5 unit.

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