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Overview
Basic operationPlaying soundsCreating soundsIndex
ax
rase mo
e
A distinctive characteristic of the sax is the wa
in which the sound changes in the instant
ou
egin blowing, or when you change the pitch. This phrase model also expresses the sensation o
reath being blown into the instrument, and the ke
noise produced b
ngering
Se
ect preset patc
num
er 304
“Selectin
a patch” (p. 24)
In order to make the e ect of AP-S
nthesis eas
to understand, this patch matches the “Sax
hrase model” with a “Sax wave
orm.
la
a melod
on the ke
board
If you play legato (without allowing breaks between notes), the sound will
c
ange smoot
y
When you play staccato (with clearly-de ned breaks between notes) or rapidly, the distinctive
inconsistency of pitch that is typical of the sax will also be expressed. The upward “scoop” of the
pitch at the beginning of the note will be added automatically.
ay t
e
ey
oar
strong
y
A raspy sound (growl) will be expressed.
While playing the keyboard, move the modulation lever away from
oursel
.
Dynamics and vibrato e ects will be applie
You can also use aftertouch to produce the same e ect.
Play the keyboard while holding down the foot switch.
When you play legato (without allowing breaks between notes), the distinctive portamento e ect
of a sax will be applied.
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