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Roland S-1

Roland S-1
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S-1
Owner’s Manual
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Roland S-1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product typeDigital synthesizer
Product colorBlack, Blue
Sound effectsDelay, Reverberation
Keyboard number of keys-
DC-in jackYes
Input voltage9 V
Power source typeAC, Battery
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth129 mm
Width73 mm
Height59 mm
Weight450 g

Summary

Panel Descriptions

Top Panel

Describes the top panel controls and indicators of the S-1 synthesizer.

Rear Panel

Details the connectors and ports on the rear of the S-1 synthesizer.

Controller Section Overview

Explains key controllers like Display, TEMPO/VALUE knob, PLAY/REC buttons.

Creating Sounds

Oscillator Section

Introduces the oscillator for generating basic waveforms (Sawtooth, Square).

Filter Section

Explains how the filter section modifies harmonic components and tone.

Amp Section

Controls sound volume and changes attack/decay via envelope generator.

ENV Section

Creates control signals for time-based sound changes (ADSR).

LFO Section

Covers LFO, RANDOM, and NOISE for OSC/FILTER modulation.

EFX Section

Adds spatial depth and feel with Delay, Reverb, and Chorus effects.

Creating Original Waveforms (OSC DRAW)

Generates original waveforms using the square wave oscillator.

Chopping Waveforms (OSC CHOP)

Chops waveforms to emphasize harmonics (overtones).

Editing Sequencer Data

Inputting Notes

Details how to input notes using step pads or keyboard pads (chord).

Editing NotePerformance Data

Details editing note number, velocity, gate, and probability for steps.

InputtingDeleting Motions

Details how to record and delete motions (parameter changes).

Useful Sequencer Functions

Copying, Pasting, and Inserting Steps

Covers copying, pasting, and inserting steps for pattern manipulation.

Saving and Reloading Patterns

Covers saving, copying, initializing, and reloading patterns.

Other Useful Functions

Playing Arpeggios

Explains how to activate and use the arpeggiator function.

Looping Specific Steps (Step Loop)

Makes selected steps play back in a loop during pattern playback.

Transposing (Key Transpose)

Transposes pitches played by keyboard pads and sequencer.

Controlling Parameters by Tilting (D-MOTION)

Controls tones by tilting the unit (pitch and roll).

Adding RisingFalling Sounds (Riser)

Adds a rising (Riser) or falling (Downer) sound effect.

Using the Metronome

Explains how to use and configure the metronome.

Setting Master Probability

Sets overall probability for notes to sound in a pattern.

Using Global DelayReverb

Controls delay and reverb using system parameters.

Connecting and Maintenance

Connecting to ComputerMobile Device

Transmits/receives audio/MIDI data via USB connection.

Restoring Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Returns the S-1 to its original factory-set state.

Backing Up and Restoring Data

Procedures for backing up and restoring S-1 data.

Advanced Functions and Specifications

Using Functions and Menus

Details how to configure and execute various function parameters and menus.

Knob Assignments

Maps knobs to normal operations and SHIFT-button operations.

Main Specifications

Lists technical specifications of the S-1 unit.

Signal Flow

Diagram illustrating the audio and control signal paths.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Details MIDI functions, messages, and control changes.

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