Roland FA-06/08 Reference Manual

Overview
Performing
Sampler
Describes the top and rear panels of the FA, and the
structure of its sound engine and memory.
Explains sampling and sample editing.
Performance
Functions
Overview
Editing
Performing
Pads
DAW
Explains how to use the FA in conjunction with a computer
or DAW controller.
Explains convenient functions that youll use while

performing, such as modifying the sound in real time.
Settings
Explains how to edit studio sets, tones, and effects.
Pads
Editing
Sampler
Performance Functions
Explains how to use the pads.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Explains basic performance operations, such as how to

select tones.
Explains convenient functions, and settings that apply to

the entire FA.
DAW
Sequencer (Creating Songs)
Appendix
Provides troubleshooting information and lists error
messages.
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Appendix
About the PDF manual
Settings
Explains how to use the sequencer to play, record and edit

songs.
Contents
01: Overview
31
Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Playing Arpeggios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the Arpeggiator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the Arpeggiator Tempo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
An Overview of the FA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Arpeggiator Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Overall Structure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Holding the Arpeggio (Hold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Synthesizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Importing a Computer SMF File into an Arpeggio Style

(Import SMF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Creating an Arpeggio Style from a Song (Import Song). . . . 34
Sampler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How the Sound Engine Is Structured. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Studio Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
About the Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
About Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
About the Sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About the Sampler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Placing This Unit on a Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Turning the Power On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Turning the Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Turning the Power Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Playing the Demo Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
02: Performing
21
Playing One Tone (Single Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using Chord Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Performing with the Chord Memory Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Chord Memory Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Performing with Rhythm Patterns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Selecting/Playing Rhythm Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Changing the Tempo of the Rhythm Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Saving a Rhythm Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Importing SMF into a Rhythm Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Creating a Rhythm Pattern from a Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Modifying the Sound in Real Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using the SOUND MODIFY Knobs to Vary the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Changing the Tonal Character of the Part
(CUTOFF, RESONANCE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Changing How the Volume Will Vary of the Part
(ATTACK, RELEASE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Changing the Stereo Position of the Sound of the Part
(PAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Adjusting the Volume of the Part (LEVEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Selecting a Tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Adjusting the Level of the Low, Mid, and High

Frequencies (EQ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Selecting a Tone from a List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the Input Volume (INPUT LEVEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Playing Two Tones Together (Dual). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Changing the Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Playing Different Tones in the Right and Left Hands (Split). . . . . . . . 25
Changing the Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Changing the Split Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Playing Multiple Parts (Multi Part Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Viewing the Part Settings (PART VIEW Screen). . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Selecting the Parts that Sound (Keyboard Switch). . . . . . . . . 27
Switching Studio Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Registering/Recalling Favorite Sounds (Favorites). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Registering a Sound as a Favorite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recalling a Favorite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Registering/Recalling/Editing Favorites in the List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Changing the Keyboard Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Raising/Lowering the Key Range in Semitone Steps (Transpose). 29
Raising/Lowering the Key Range in Octaves (Octave Shift). . . . . . . 29
03: Performance Functions
Applying an Assigned Function (ASSIGN 16) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Applying Effects Conveniently (GLOBAL CONTROL). . . . . . . . 40
Moving Your Hand to Vary the Pitch or Volume
(D-BEAM Controller). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Changing the Pitch (Pitch Bend). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Applying Vibrato or Dynamics (Modulation). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Using an Assigned Function to Vary the Sound ([S1] [S2] buttons). 41
Using a Pedal to Vary the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Sustaining the Notes (Hold Pedal). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Adding Expression to Your Performance (Control Pedal) . . . 42
Performing with a Microphone (Vocoder). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using the Vocoder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Editing the Vocoder Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Contents
43
05: Sequencer (Creating Songs)
55
Editing a Studio Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Playing Songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Overall Settings for the Studio Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Selecting and Playing Songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Settings for Each Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Setting the Tempo of the Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Saving a Studio Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Looping the Song Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Recording the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Editing a Tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Prepare for Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Basic Procedure for Tone Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Realtime Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SuperNATURAL Acoustic Tone (SN-A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Selecting the Performance Data to Record

(Recording Select). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
SuperNATURAL Synth Tone (SN-S). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

SuperNATURAL Drum Kit (SN-D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
PCM Synth Tone (PCMS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
PCM Drum Kit (PCMD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Saving a Tone/Drum Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Initializing a Tone (Tone Initialize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Removing Unwanted Data During Recording

(Realtime Erase). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Auditioning Sounds or Phrases During Recording
(Rehearsal Function). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Step Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Canceling a Recording or Edit (Undo/Redo). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Selecting the Partials to Edit (Partial Select) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Editing the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Initializing a Partial (Partial Initialize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Specifying the Sound Engine Played by Each Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Copying a Partial (Partial Copy). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Initializing a Pattern (Initialize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Specifying the Time Signature and Length (Setup). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Specifying the Grid Scale (Scale). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Specifying the Note Type, Duration, and Loudness (Note Setup). 51
Entering Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Deleting Notes (Clear Step, Clear Note). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Editing the Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Turning Effects On/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Editing the Effects of the Studio Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Editing the Effects of the Tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Basic Procedure for Track Modify. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Correcting the Songs Timing (Quantize) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Erasing Unwanted Performance Data (Erase). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Deleting Unwanted Measures (Delete). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Copying Performance Data (Copy). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Inserting Blank Measures (Insert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Transposing (Transpose). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Changing the Velocity (Change Velocity). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Changing the Duration of the Notes (Change Duration). . . 67
Moving Performance Data Forward or Backward
(Shift Clock). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Editing Individual Events of Performance Data (Microscope). . . . . 68
Selecting the Track to Edit / Viewing Specific
Performance Data (View). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Pads
Editing the System Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Edit Performance Data for Entire Tracks (Track Modify). . . . . . . . . . . 64
Sampler
Saving the Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Muting a Parts Performance (MUTE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Sounding One Part by Itself (SOLO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Editing a Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Editing
Selecting the Partials That Sound (Partial Switch). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Recording Workflow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Performance
Functions
Initializing a Part (Part Init). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Performing
Initializing a Studio Set (Studio Set Init) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Overview
04: Editing
Inserting Performance Data (Create). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Erasing Performance Data (Erase). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Moving Performance Data (Move) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Copying/Pasting Performance Data (Copy/Paste). . . . . . . . . . 70
Changing the Time Signature During a Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
DAW
Changing the Tempo During a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Adjusting the Pan and Volume Balance (Mixer). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Erasing the Song in the Temporary Area (Song Clear). . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Assigning a Name to the Song (Song Name) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Deleting a Song (Delete Song). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Saving/Exporting a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Settings
Specifying the Songs Time Signature (Time Signature) . . . . . . . . . . 73
Save the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Exporting a Two-Channel Mix in WAV Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Exporting the Song in SMF Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Exporting Samples in WAV Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Importing an SMF as a Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Appendix
Exporting Tracks as Individual WAV Format Files

(Multi-track Export). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Contents
06: Sampler
77
09: Settings
93
Playing Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Useful Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Selecting/Playing Samples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Basic Procedure for Utility Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Switching Banks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Backing Up User Data (Backup/Restore). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Sampling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Sampling Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Setting the Input Volume (Input Setting). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Moving/Copying a Sample (Clip Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Moving a Sample. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Copying a Sample. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Editing a Sample. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Editing Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Renaming the Sample (Rename). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Backing Up to an SD Card (Backup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Returning Backup Data to the FA (Restore). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Importing a Studio Set or Tone (Import Studio Set/Tone) . . . . . . . . 95
Importing from Backup Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Importing Tones Downloaded from the Axial Site. . . . . . . . . 95
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Initializing an SD Card (Format SD Card). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Backing-Up SD Card Data to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Transmitting the Temporary Areas Data to an External MIDI
Device (Bulk Dump). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Cutting Unwanted Regions from the Sample (Truncate) . . . 81
Settings for the Entire FA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Deleting a Sample (Delete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Basic Procedure for System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Zooming the Sample Display (Zoom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Saving the System Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Auditioning the Edited Result (Preview). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
System Parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Exporting the Sample in WAV Format (Export Sample). . . . . 82

Importing an Audio File (Sample Import). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
About the Wireless LAN Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Switching the Sample Information Display

(Change Information) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
07: Pads
What is Wireless LAN Function?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Wireless LAN Function Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
83
Status Indication (WIRELESS STATUS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Using the Pads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You

Select (SELECT ACCESS POINT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Specifying the Function of the Pads (PAD UTILITY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Playing Samples (SAMPLE PAD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Selecting Parts (PART SELECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Switching Part Mute (PART MUTE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Switching the Soloed Part (PART SOLO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Using the Pads as Numeric Keys (NUMERIC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Selecting Partials and Turning Them On/Off
(PARTIAL SW/SEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Turning the Keyboard Switch On/Off (KBD SW). . . . . . . . . . . . 85
08: DAW
87
Connecting to a Computer via USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Installing the USB Driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Other Settings (WIRELESS OPTIONS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Checking the IP Address and MAC Address
(WIRELESS INFORMATION). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
10: Appendix
107
About SD Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Chord Memory List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Error Message List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Making USB Driver Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

MIDI Implementation Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Using the FA with DAW Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Using the FA as a DAW Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Using the FA to Control DAW Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Assigning Functions to Knobs and Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Using the FA as a MIDI Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Playing the FAs Sound Engine from DAW Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Using the FA as an Audio Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Specifying the USB Audio Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Saving the DAW CONTROL Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Main Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Overview
Performing
Describes the top and rear panels of the FA, and the structure of its sound engine and
memory.
Editing
Panel Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Performance
Functions
01: Overview
An Overview of the FA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Getting Ready. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Panel Descriptions
Top Panel
1
9
10
11
Number Area
D-BEAM
SOUND MODIFY
Name
Explanation
D-BEAM controller
By positioning your hand over the D-BEAM, you can apply various effects to the
sound.
[SOLO SYNTH] button
Lets you play monophonic synthesizer sounds by moving your hand above the
D-BEAM controller.
[EXPRESSION] button
Lets you use the D-BEAM controller to control the volume.
[ASSIGNABLE] button
Lets you assign various parameters of functions that modify the sound in real time.
[1][6] knobs
Control the parameters that youve selected by the [SELECT] button.
[SELECT] button
Selects the group of parameters that is controlled by the [1][6] knobs.
[PREVIEW] button
Auditions the currently selected tone while this button is held down.
p. 22
Lets you register your favorite tones or studio sets to the [0][9] buttons.
p. 28
[FAVORITE] button
FAVORITE [BANK] button
3
Page
p. 41
p. 39
Select tone category groups.

Tone buttons ([0][9])
If the [FAVORITE] button or [BANK] button is lit, these buttons operate as [0][9]
buttons.
p. 22
When executing functions that are displayed at the bottom of the screen, these
buttons operate as function buttons ([2][7] buttons).
4
Display
Display
Shows various information depending on operation.
Changes a value.
Dial
If you hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the dial, the value changes more
greatly.
[MENU] button
Lets you make detailed settings for various functions.
p. 45
[WRITE] button
Saves a studio set, tone or song.
p. 48
p. 74
Changes a value.
5
[DEC] [INC] buttons
Move the cursor position up/down/left/right.
[SHIFT] button
Accesses the corresponding edit screen when pressed together with another button.
[EXIT] button
Returns to the previous screen or closes the open window.
Used to confirm a value, execute an operation, or view lists of tones or other items.
][
][
][
[ENTER] button
If you press one of these buttons while holding down the other, the value changes
more rapidly. If you press one of these buttons while holding down the [SHIFT]
button, the value changes more greatly.
] buttons
Panel Descriptions
Overview
Performing
Performance
Functions
SEQUENCER
Turns the arpeggiator on/off.
p. 32
[CHORD MEMORY] button
Turns the chord memory function on/off.
p. 35
[RHYTHM PATTERN] button
Accesses the RHYTHM PATTERN screen.
p. 36
TEMPO indicator
Indicates the tempo.
[TEMPO] knob
Adjusts the tempo.
[TAP] button
Sets the tempo to the interval at which you repeatedly press the button.
Accesses the SEQUENCER screen.
p. 58
[SONG SELECT] button
Selects a song.
p. 56
[LOOP] button
Loops the song playback or overdubbing.
p. 57
Moves the song position to the beginning. If you press this button during playback,
the position returns to the beginning of the song and playback stops.
] button
] buttons
][
] button
Stops song playback or recording.
] button
Plays the song.
] button
Enters the record-standby state.

Functions other than the sampler can also be assigned.
p. 59
p. 84
[SAMPLING] button
Lets you sample.
p. 79
[CLIP BOARD] button
Lets you move or copy a sample from one pad to another.
p. 80
[BANK] button
Switches the pad bank.
p. 78
[HOLD] button
Causes the sample to continue playing.
p. 78
Pads [1][16]
Play the samples assigned to each pad.
p. 78
[VOLUME] knob
Adjusts the volume that is output from the MAIN OUTPUT jacks and the PHONES jack.
[DAW CONTROL] button
Lets you use this unit as a DAW controller.
p. 89
[SPLIT] button
Turns the split function on/off.
p. 25
[DUAL] button
Turns the dual function on/off.
p. 24
[TRANSPOSE] button
Hold down this button and use the OCTAVE [DOWN] [UP] buttons to raise or lower
the pitch range in semitone steps.
p. 29
OCTAVE [DOWN] [UP] buttons
Raise or lower the pitch range in steps of an octave.
p. 29
KEYBOARD
Settings
10
Displays the status of the samples, and lets you edit or import them.
p. 56
DAW
Moves the song position to the first beat of the previous/next measure.
[
[
Pads
SAMPLER
p. 37
[SEQUENCER] button
[PAD UTILITY] button
Page
Sampler
ARP/RHYTHM
Explanation
[ARPEGGIO] button
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Name
Editing
Number Area
Appendix
Various parameters or functions can be assigned to these buttons.

[S1] [S2] buttons
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Controller
Pitch bend/modulation lever
Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press one of these buttons to access a screen that
lets you assign a function.
p. 41
Varies the pitch or applies vibrato.
Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
SD card slot
This unit is shipped from the factory with the
included SD card inserted and the SD card
protector secured with screws. To remove the
SD card, remove the screws.
The SD card stores various data of this unit
(e.g., settings, sounds, samples).
MIDI connectors
Connect an external MIDI device here.
USB COMPUTER port
FOOT PEDAL jacks
Use a commercially available USB

2.0 cable to connect this unit to
your computer.
USB FOR UPDATE port

You can update the system program by connecting a USB flash
drive here.
You can also connect a wireless USB adapter (WNA1100-RL;
sold separately) here, and use wireless-enabled applications
(such as the iPhone app Air Recorder).
* Use USB Flash Memory (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Flash

Memory) sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if
other products are used.
HOLD jack
CTRL 1, CTRL 2 jacks
You can connect a pedal switch

(DP series; sold separately) and
use it as a hold pedal.
You can connect an expression pedal (EV-5; sold

separately) or pedal switch (DP series; sold separately)
here and use them to control various parameters or
functions.
* Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression
pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage
to the unit.
* Carefully insert the USB flash drives all the way inuntil it is
firmly in place.
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
* When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the AUDIO INPUT jacks may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do
not contain resistors.
* Acoustic feedback could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:
Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).
Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.
Lowering volume levels.
Panel Descriptions
Overview
DC IN jack, Cord hook
Connect your speakers here. If outputting in

monaural, connect the L/MONO jack.
Connect the included AC adaptor here.
* This instrument is equipped with balanced (TRS)

type jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are
shown below. Make connections after first checking
the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend
to connect.
2: HOT
Indicator
AC outlet
1: GND
3: COLD
* To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out
1:accidentally),
GND
2: HOT
and to avoid
applying undue stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the
cord hook, as shown in the illustration.
Performance
Functions
TIP:
HOT
RING: COLD
SLEEVE: GND
Performing
MAIN OUTPUT jacks
* Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with
3: COLD faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an
textual information
AC outlet.
Editing
[POWER] switch
Press this switch to turn it on/off.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Connect your audio player or

audio device here.
You can adjust the overall input volume

(Audio Input Level: p. 80).
PHONES jack
Connect you headphones (sold separately)
to this jack.
SUB OUTPUT jack
Appendix
MEMO
Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be

dangerous in the event of lightning)
Settings
Set this to GUITAR if youve

connected a guitar, or to MIC if
youve connected a microphone.
Use a stereo mini-plug cable

(commercially available) to
make connections. Adjust
the volume using the
controls of the device youve
connected.
DAW
LINE jack
Connect your guitar or microphone here.
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you

may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive
that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch
this device, microphones connected to it, or the metal
portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an
infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless.
However, if you are concerned about this, connect the
ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When
the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending
on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of
the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
Information page.
Unsuitable places for connection
Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)
Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)
Pads
GUITAR/MIC jack
Use the [LEVEL] knob to adjust
the input level.
Sampler
Ground terminal
AUDIO INPUT jacks
Connect separately sold headphones or speakers here.

Sounds such as the metronome or a specific part can be specified for
individual output.
Lets you synchronize your tempo with other players when performing
in a band.
* The top panel [VOLUME] knob does not adjust the volume of this
output.
An Overview of the FA
Overall Structure
Broadly speaking, the FA consists of three sections: synthesizer, sequencer, and sampler.
Synthesizer
Sequencer
Sampler
Synthesizer
page 21
The FA provides 16 parts, allowing you to play multiple tones simultaneously.

These 16 parts are collectively called a studio set. One tone can be assigned to
each part of a studio set.
Normally, youll perform using the tone of part 1 (single play).
When using the sequencer to create a song, youll use all 16 parts of the studio
set (multi part play).
You can also use the tones of part 1 and part 2 for dual play or split play.
What is a tone?
Each sound that you can play on the FA is called a tone. Press a tone
button to select a tone.
Studio set
Normally youll
play the tone thats
assigned to part 1.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 10
Part 16
Sequencer
You can use the 16-track MIDI sequencer to create songs.
You can record 16 tracks using the tones of the studio sets
16 parts.
You can also record the performance data that is produced
when you strike the pads to play samples.
What is a song?
page 55
Studio set
Song
Part 1
Track 1
Part 2
Track 2
Part 3
Track 3
Part 4
Track 4
Part 10
Track 10
Part 16
Track 16
A song is performance data for one song.

A song contains the performance data,
tempo data, and the studio set that you used.
Sample banks are also remembered for each
song.
Sampler
Using the sampler section, the sound of your keyboard performance or the sound
thats input from a connected audio device or microphone can be recorded
(sampled) to an SD card as audio.
Samples that youve sampled to an SD card can be played by pressing the pads.
What is a sample?
A sample is a sampled sound together with loop data
and other settings, that is assigned to one of the 16
pads.
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page 77
Overview
How the Sound Engine Is Structured

Tones
There are two types of tones: SuperNATURAL tones and PCM tones.
Performing
You can choose a tone from the sound library and assign it to a part. You can also edit a tone and save it to user memory (p. 14).
Sound library
TONE
PCM
SYNTH
DRUM KIT
SYNTH
DRUM KIT
Performance
Functions
ACOUSTIC
Editing
SuperNATURAL tones
There are three types of SuperNATURAL tones: SuperNATURAL acoustic tones, SuperNATURAL synth tones, and SuperNATURAL drum kits.
Explanation
SuperNATURAL acoustic tones (SN-A)
These tones reproduce not merely the sounds of acoustic instruments, but also the differences arising from the phrase,
chord, or melodic performances of the player, giving you the expressive power that is distinctive of that acoustic
instrument.
SuperNATURAL synth tones (SN-S)
Each tone components: OSC (oscillator), FILTER (filter), and AMP (amp). Powerful synth sounds can be
produced by a single tone.
SuperNATURAL drum kits (SN-D)
These are drum sounds that reproduce the natural tonal change from soft to strong strikes, and the way in which the
sound responds to repeated strikes.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Type
Sampler
PCM Tones
There are two types of PCM tones: PCM synth tones and PCM drum kits.
Explanation
PCM synth tones (PSMC)
These are sounds that were called patches on Roland synthesizers of the past, and have been tuned for this unit.
You can combine up to four partials (waves) in one PCM synth tone.
PCM drum kits (PCMD)
These are sounds that were called rhythm sets on Roland synthesizers of the past, and have been tuned for this
unit. A drum kit is a group containing multiple percussion instrument sounds so that different percussion instrument
sound are heard depending on the key (note number) you play.
Pads
Type
* Each tone built into the FA includes multi-effect (MFX) settings specifically for that tone.
DAW
Settings
Appendix
11
Studio Sets
A studio set contains 16 parts, with one tone assigned to each part.
Normally, youll play the tone thats assigned to part one (single play). When using the sequencer to create a song, youll use all 16 parts of the studio
set (multi part play).
In a multi part play, you can assign a tone or drum kit to each part to create an ensemble, or layer sounds so that you can enjoy performing rich
textures.
Studio set
Part 16
Part 15
Part 14
Reverb
IFX
Part 3
Chorus
Part 2
Part 1
Tone
LEVEL
INST/PARTIAL
MFX
EQ
Master Comp can be

switched to IFX.
Master
Comp
Part 10 (Drum part)

Drum kit
DRUM INST
62
DRUM INST
OUTPUT
ASSIGN
LEVEL
MFX
DRUM INST
01
MAIN OUTPUT
COMP+EQ 6
COMP+EQ 5
COMP+EQ 4
COMP+EQ 3
COMP+EQ 2
COMP+EQ 1
* As an example here, part 10 is assigned as a drum part.
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EQ
DRUM
COMP+EQ
OUTPUT
ASSIGN
Overview
About the Effects

The following effects are built into the FA, and you can make settings independently for each effect.
FA
Part 19, 1116
Performing
Studio set
Reverb
Tone
IFX
EQ
MFX
INST/PARTIAL
Chorus
Performance
Functions
Master Comp can be

switched to IFX.
Master
Comp
Part 10 (Drum tone)
Drum kit
COMP+EQ
Editing
EQ
MFX
DRUM INST 162
Master EQ
TFX
DRUM COMP+EQ
OUTPUT ASSIGN
AUDIO INPUT
NS
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
16
Mic Reverb
MAIN OUTPUT
Effect type
Effect
Explanation
Sampler
This is a general-purpose multi-effect that transforms the sound itself, giving it an entirely different character.
Multi-effect (MFX)
Tone effects
Compressor + equalizer
(COMP+EQ)
These types include single effects such as distortion or flanger, as well as a variety of other types. Each tone
has settings for one multi-effect.
A drum part lets you use six compressors and equalizers. Each drum instrument can be individually assigned
to these.
Although a drum kit can be assigned to each of the parts, the six sets of compressor+equalizer are available
only for one specified part (the part specified by the Drum Comp+EQ Assign setting).
Pads
Equalizer (EQ)
You can choose from 68 types as appropriate for your needs.
This is an equalizer that can be applied to each part.

You can independently adjust the high, mid, and low-frequency ranges.
Chorus
Chorus is an effect that adds depth and spaciousness to the sound.
Reverb
Reverb is an effect that produces the reverberation that is characteristic of sounds heard in a hall.
Studio set effects
DAW
The compressor compresses sounds that exceed a specified volume level, making the volume more
consistent.
Master compressor (Master Comp) You can independently adjust the high, mid, and low-frequency ranges.
* The insert effect is unavailable while the master effect is being used.
This is a general-purpose insert effect that can transform the sound itself, giving it a completely different
character.
Insert effect (IFX)
Settings
Use this when you want to apply an effect in addition to the multi-effect.
* The master compressor is unavailable while the insert effect is being used.
Master EQ
System effects
This is an equalizer that is applied to the overall sound of the entire FA.
You can independently adjust the high, mid, and low-frequency ranges.
The total effect can be controlled in real time using the SOUND MODIFY knobs.
Total effect (TFX)
Appendix
The total effect can also be applied to the sound being input from the AUDIO INPUT jack (p. 52).
Effects applied Noise suppressor (NS)
to the AUDIO
Mic reverb
INPUT jack
The noise suppressor is an effect that suppresses noise during periods of silence.
This is a reverb that is applied to the sound being input from the GUITAR/MIC jack.
MEMO
For details on how to edit the effects, refer to Editing the Effects (p.52).
For details on the effect parameters, refer to Parameter guide (PDF).
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About Memory
The area where studio sets, tones, and other settings are stored is called memory.
Memory can be classified into three types by its function: temporary memory (the temporary area), rewritable memory (user memory,
system memory, an SD card), and non-rewritable memory (preset memory).
FA
Temporary area (Temporary memory)
Select
Select
Write
User memory
Preset memory
System memory
Studio set
Studio set
SuperNATURAL acoustic tone
SuperNATURAL acoustic tone
SuperNATURAL synth tone
SuperNATURAL synth tone
SuperNATURAL drum kit
SuperNATURAL drum kit
PCM synth tone
PCM synth tone
PCM drum kit
PCM drum kit
Preset rhythm pattern
User rhythm pattern
Preset arpeggio style
User arpeggio style
System
setting
Select Write
Restore Backup
SD card
ROLAND folder
BACKUP folder
SONG folder
Backup
Temporary memory
Rewritable memory
The temporary area
System memory
This area temporarily holds the studio set,

tones, and song data that you select using
the panel buttons.
When you perform, the sounds are
produced according to the settings in the
temporary area. Likewise, when you edit
a studio set, tone, or song, your edits are
modifying the data that has been called
into temporary memory; you are not
directly modifying the data in the original
memory.
Settings in temporary memory are not
permanent; they will be lost when you
turn off the power or recall other settings.
If you want to keep the settings that are in
temporary memory, you must save them
to user memory or an SD card.
14
This area stores system settings for the

entire FA. To save system parameters,
execute the system save operation (p. 97).
User memory
Data that you save on the FA is held in this
memory. To save data, execute the Save
operation.
Saving a studio set (p. 45)
Saving a tone (p. 48)
Saving a drum kit (p. 48)
Saving a rhythm pattern (p. 51)
Saving an arpeggio style (p. 45)
Song data
Sample
SD card
The user memory data and the system
parameter settings can be backed up
together to an SD card (p. 94).
Song data (including samples) is also saved
on an SD card. To save a song, execute the
Save operation (p. 74).
Samples are automatically saved when
you stop sampling or when you exit the
SAMPLE EDIT screen.
Non-rewritable memory
Preset memory
Data in preset memory cannot be
rewritten.
However, you can call this data into the
temporary area, modify the settings, and
then save those modified settings in user
memory.
Overview
About the Sequencer

The sequencer is a function that records performance data from the keyboard and pads, allowing you to create a song.
Song
Pad track
Track 16
Performing
MIDI track
Pad performance
Track 4
Track 3
Performance
Functions
Track 2
Track 1
Tempo track
Editing
Time signature track
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
* You can use one of the tracks 116 as the pad track. As an example here, weve assigned track 16 to be the pad track.
Songs
Performance data for one song is called a song. This contains the data for tracks 116, the tempo track, the time signature track, and the samples (p. 10).
Sampler
Tracks
A track is an area that records performance data.
Tracks 116
Pads
MIDI tracks (MIDI)

These tracks record keyboard performance data.
Pad track (PAD)
This track records performance data for the samples that you play by striking the pads. You can use one of the tracks 116 as the pad track.
Tempo track
DAW
The tempo track records changes in the songs tempo. Use it when you want the tempo to vary during the song.
Time signature track

The time signature track records the time signature of each measure in the song. Youll make settings for this track when you newly record a song, or
when you want the time signature to change during the song.
Settings
Appendix
15
About the Sampler

Your keyboard performance or the sound thats being input from an audio device or microphone can be sampled (recorded) by the sampler as audio
data.
You can play back the sampled sounds by pressing the pads. You can also import WAV/AIFF/MP3 format files and use them as samples.
Samples
A sample is a sampled (recorded) sound together with loop settings and other data, that is assigned to one of the 16 pads.
By pressing pads [1][16] you can play the sample that is assigned to each pad.
MEMO
Samples are automatically saved to the song data on the SD card when you stop sampling or when you exit the SAMPLE EDIT screen.
Audio files that can be imported

WAV/AIFF
MP3
16
Sampling frequency
44.1/48/96 kHz
Bit rate
8/16/24 bit
Format
MPEG-1 audio layer 3
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
Bit rate
64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps, VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
Getting Ready
Overview
Placing This Unit on a Stand

Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up the stand.
Place the instrument on the stand as follows.
* When using the KS-18Z and KS-J8, ensure that the height of the unit is one meter or lower.
Performing
If youre using the FA-06

If you want to place the FA-06 on a stand, please use the KS-12 or KS-18Z stands manufactured by Roland.
KS-12
Performance
Functions
Adjust the width of the stand

so that the rubber feet on the
keyboard side of the bottom of
the keyboard fit into the rubber
feet receptacles
Top view
Editing
KS-18Z
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Align the front of the

FA with the front of
the stand
Adjust so that the

height does not
exceed 1 meter
(Adjust the stand
to a level no
higher than the
fifth level from
the bottom)

so that the rubber feet of the FA
straddle the stand
Top view
Sampler
If youre using the FA-08

If you want to place the FA-08 on a stand, please use the KS-12, KS-18Z, KS-J8, KS-G8, or KS-G8B stands manufactured by Roland.
Pads
KS-12

so that the rubber feet of the
FA fit into the rubber feet
receptacles
DAW
Top view
Settings
KS-18Z
so that the rubber feet of the FA
straddle the stand
Appendix
Align the rear of the

FA with the rear of
the stand
Adjust so that the

height does not
exceed 1 meter
(Adjust the stand
to a level no
higher than the
fifth level from the
bottom)
Top view
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Getting Ready
KS-J8
Adjust so that
the height does
not exceed 1
meter (Adjust
the stand to a
level no higher
than the eighth
level from the
bottom)
Firmly insert the rubber

feet on the bottom of the
keyboard (at its front, beneath
the keys) into the rubber feet
receptacles on the arms
KS-G8, KS-G8B
Align the front of
the FA with the
rubber base of
the stand
Keep the rubber feet of
the FA on the inside of
the stand
Ensure that the rubber
base of the stand does
not contact the screws
of the FA
Top view
18
Getting Ready
Overview
Turning the Power On/Off

Once everything is properly connected (p. 8), be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong
order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.
Performing
Turning the Power On

* Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when
switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
1. Turn the power on in the following order: the FA
connected devices.
On
Concerning the Auto Off function
Off
2. Turn the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.
Any settings that you are in the process

of editing will be lost when the power is
turned off. If you have any settings that
you want to keep, you should save them
beforehand.
Editing
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after
turning the unit on is required before it will operate normally.
Performance
Functions
The power to this unit will be turned off

automatically after a predetermined amount
of time has passed since it was last used for
playing music, or its buttons or controls were
operated (Auto Off function). If you do not
want the power to be turned off automatically,
disengage the Auto Off function.
To restore power, turn the power on again.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
1. Turn the power off in the following order: connected devices
Sampler
Turning the Power Off

the FA.
Playing the Demo Songs

1. Press the [
Pads
The SD card included with this unit contains demo songs.
] button.
Selecting a song
1. Press the [SONG SELECT] button.
DAW
The SONG SELECT screen appears.
2. Turn the dial to select a song.

3. Press the [7] (Load) button.
A confirmation message appears.
2. Press the [
] button to stop.
4. Press the [6] (OK) button.
Settings
Demo song playback starts.
The song is selected.
* Use of the demo songs for any purpose other than personal enjoyment without
permission from the copyright holder is prohibited by law.
Appendix
19
20
Overview
Performing
Explains basic performance operations, such as how to select tones.
Playing Different Tones in the Right and Left Hands (Split). . . . 25
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Playing Two Tones Together (Dual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Editing
Playing One Tone (Single Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Performance
Functions
02: Performing
Playing Multiple Parts (Multi Part Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Sampler
Registering/Recalling Favorite Sounds (Favorites). . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Changing the Keyboard Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Playing One Tone (Single Play)

When playing the FA, youll typically play the tone thats assigned to
part 1 of the studio set (single play mode).
About the screen
The tones are organized into the following banks.

Bank
Explanation
PRST (preset)
These are non-rewritable tones, but you can edit a

tone and save the edited result in the user bank.
USER (user)
Tones you edit can be saved in this bank.
MEMO
For PCM synth tones and PCM drum kits, you can also select
from the GM2 bank.
7
5
Selecting a Tone
1. Make sure that the [SPLIT] button and [DUAL] button are
unlit.
2. Press a tone button to select a category group.
Category group
Explanation
DRUMS/PERCUSSION
Rhythm instruments
A. PIANO/E. PIANO
Piano
KEYBOARD/ORGAN
Keyboard/organ
BASS/SYNTH BASS
Bass
GUITAR/PLUCKED
Guitar
STRINGS/ORCHESTRA
Strings/orchestral
BRASS/WIND
Brass/woodwinds
VOCAL/CHOIR
Vocal/choir
SYNTH/PAD
Synthesizer/pads
FX/OTHER
Sound effects/other
3. Press a tone button.

MEMO
If you press a tone button twice in succession, a different
category in the same category group is selected.
4. Turn the dial to select a tone.

Play the keyboard and hear the sound.
MEMO
For more about tones, refer to Sound List (PDF).
If you hold down the [PREVIEW] button, the FA plays a demo
using a phrase thats suitable for the selected tone.
If you hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [PREVIEW]
button, the phrase continues playing and the [PREVIEW]
button remains lit even after you release it. When you press the
[PREVIEW] button once again, the button goes dark and the
phrase playback stops.
If desired, you can make the SOUND MODIFY knob settings be
reset when you switch tones (Auto Knob Reset: p. 99).
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No.
Explanation
Page
Effect information and status
p. 52
Song information
p. 56
Bank, number, and name of the studio set
p. 27
Tone number and name
Type and bank of tone
p. 11
Tone level
p. 44
Category name and lock
Keyboard status (active region, dual, split, etc.)
p. 44
Save your selection

Your selection of tone is temporary. If you turn off the
power or choose a different studio set, your tone selection
disappears. If you want this unit to remember the tone you
selected, save the studio set (p. 45).
Selecting tones by category (Category Lock)

If you move the cursor to the lock icon (
) and use the dial
or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the UNLOCK setting,
you can select tones across categories.
If the LOCK setting is selected, tones can be selected within
the currently selected category.
You can add tones

A wide range of tones from the Axial sound library site can be
added to the FA.
For details, refer to the Axial site
http://axial.roland.com/
Playing One Tone (Single Play)

Overview
Selecting a Tone from a List

You can view a list of tones and select one of them.
1. Make sure that the [SPLIT] button and [DUAL] button are
unlit.
Performing
2. Press a tone button to select a category group.

3. Press the [ENTER] button.
The TONE LIST screen appears.
Performance
Functions
Editing
MEMO
You can also access the TONE LIST screen by moving the cursor
to the tone and pressing the [ENTER] button.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
4. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to select a category.

5. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select a tone,
and press the [ENTER] button.
MEMO
For more about the tones, refer to Sound List (PDF).
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
23
Playing Two Tones Together (Dual)

You can layer two tones so that they are played simultaneously by
the same key. This is called Dual performance mode.
In Dual mode, youll hear the tones of part 1 and part 2 of the studio
set.
Lower tone (part 2)
Upper tone (part 1)
Changing the Tones

Heres how to change the tones that youre playing in Dual mode.
1. Access the Dual screen.

2. Move the cursor to the tone of the part that you want to
change, and use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to
change the tone.
MEMO
You can also select a tone by pressing a tone button.
When youre playing in Single mode or in Dual mode, you can
select two tones by simultaneously pressing two of the tone
buttons.
1. Press the [DUAL] button to make it light.
The Dual screen appears. The upper tone and lower tone are heard
as a layer.
Upper tone
Lower tone
2. To cancel Dual mode, press the [DUAL] button to make it

go dark.
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If you want the Dual settings to be memorized, save the studio

set (p. 45).
Playing Different Tones in the Right and Left Hands (Split)

This is called Split performance mode, and the location at which the
keyboard is split is called the split point.
In Split mode, youll hear the tones of part 1 and part 2 of the studio
set.
Lower tone (part 2)
Upper tone (part 1)
Changing the Tones

Heres how to change the tones that youre playing in Split mode.
1. Access the Split screen.

2. Move the cursor to the tone of the part that you want to
Performing
change, and use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to

change the tone.
Overview
You can divide the keyboard so that the right-hand and left-hand
regions each play a different tone.
MEMO
You can also select a tone by pressing a tone button.
Split point
Performance
Functions
Changing the Split Point

Heres how to change the split point.
1. Press the [SPLIT] button to make it light.

Editing
Split point
(included in the upper region)
The Split screen appears. The right-hand region of the keyboard

plays the upper tone, and the left-hand region plays the lower tone.
The key you press becomes the new split point.

MEMO
Split point
You can also assign the split point in the following ways.
Upper tone
In the Split screen, move the cursor to the split point and turn
the dial.
With the cursor located at the split point, hold down the [SHIFT]
button and press the key that you want to assign as the split
point.
Sampler
Lower tone
want to assign as the new split point.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
1. Hold down the [SPLIT] button and press the key that you
If you want the Split settings to be memorized, save the studio

set (p. 45).
Pads
2. To cancel Split mode, press the [SPLIT] button to make it

go dark.
DAW
Settings
Appendix
25
Playing Multiple Parts (Multi Part Play)

If you want to perform using three or more parts in a complex
combination, or if youre using the sequencer to create a song,
youll use all 16 parts of the studio set (multi part play).
Viewing the Part Settings (PART VIEW

Screen)
1. Press the [SPLIT] button and [DUAL] button

simultaneously.
In the PART VIEW screen you can view or edit a list of the part
settings.
1. Press the [MENU] button.

2. Move the cursor to Part View and press the [ENTER]
button.
The PART VIEW screen appears.
The [SPLIT] button and [DUAL] button are both lit, and the FA is in
multi part play mode.
If you press the [SPLIT] button and [DUAL] button simultaneously
once again, you return to single play mode.
About the screen

11
10
MEMO
1
7
3
2
You can also access the PART VIEW screen from the STUDIO SET
PLAY screen by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing
the [4] (Part View) button.
3. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter, and use the
dial to edit the value.
You can switch tabs by holding down the [SHIFT] button and using
the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.
MEMO
No.
Explanation
Page
Bank, number, and name of the studio set
p. 27
Part number
Type and bank of tone
Tone number and name
Category name and lock
Keyboard status (key range, etc.)
p. 44
Tone level
p. 44
Keyboard switch setting
p. 27
Arpeggio switch setting
p. 32
10
Effect information and status
p. 52
11
Song information
p. 56
p. 11
MEMO
To edit a setting, move the cursor to that value and turn the dial.
If you want to keep the edited settings, save the studio set in the
user bank (p. 45).
To change the keyboard range, move the cursor to the keyboard
( 6 ) and turn the dial, or press a key while holding down the
[SHIFT] button.
To view all parts simultaneously, hold down the [SHIFT] button
and press the [7] (
) button.
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For more about the part parameters, refer to Parameter

Guide (PDF).
Playing Multiple Parts (Multi Part Play)
Heres how to select the parts that are heard when you play the
keyboard.
keyboard switch setting you want to change, and use the

dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to turn it on/off.
Heres how to switch between studio sets.

There are two banks of studio sets, as follows.
Bank
Explanation
PRST (preset)
Non-rewritable studio sets. You can edit a studio set

and save the edited result in the user bank.
USER (user)
Studio sets you edit can be saved in this bank.
Performing
1. Put the FA in multi part play mode (p. 26).

2. Move the cursor to the KBD field of the part whose
Switching Studio Sets
Overview
Selecting the Parts that Sound

(Keyboard Switch)
1. Move the cursor to STUDIO SET, and use the dial or the
[DEC] [INC] buttons to select a studio set.
Performance
Functions
Editing
When you play the keyboard, you hear parts whose keyboard
switch is turned on.
MEMO
MEMO
You can move the cursor to STUDIO SET and press the
[ENTER] button to access the STUDIO SET LIST screen. You can
also select a studio set from the list.
If a part whose keyboard switch is turned off becomes the

current part, you can play just the sound of that part by itself.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
If you want to play multiple parts as a layer, turn on the

keyboard switch of those parts. Also, ensure that one of the
parts whose keyboard switch is on is the current part (the
currently selected part).
The current part is memorized in the studio set.
Sampler
You can use the pads to turn the keyboard switch on/off (p. 85).
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
27
Registering/Recalling Favorite Sounds (Favorites)

If there are sounds that you use frequently in live performance, you
can register them as favorites for instant recall.
You can register ten sounds in each bank; ten such banks (09) can
be created.
For example, sounds for the songs you play in a live performance
could be registered in the order in which youll play them.
Bank 9
Recalling a Favorite
If you leave the [FAVORITE] button turned on, you can successively
recall favorites simply by pressing the [0][9] buttons.
1. Press the [FAVORITE] button to make it light.

Now you can use the [0][9] buttons to recall favorites.
2. Select the bank you want to recall.
Bank 0
Favorite 9
Favorite 0
1. Press the FAVORITE [BANK] button.

2. Press the button ([0][9] buttons) of the bank number that you
want to select.
MEMO
You can change the favorite bank even when the [FAVORITE]
button is off.
3. Use the [0][9] buttons to select a favorite.

The favorite will be recalled.
Registering a Sound as a Favorite

Heres how to register a sound as a favorite.
1. Select the sound (tones or studio sets) that you want to

register.
2. Press the [FAVORITE] button to make it light.
Registering/Recalling/Editing
Favorites in the List
Regardless of whether the [FAVORITE] button is on or off, you can
view a list of the registered favorites, and register or recall favorites.
You can also remove a registered favorite, or change its number.
1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [FAVORITE]

button.
The FAVORITE LIST screen appears.

Favorite number
Bank number
3. Select the bank in which you want to register the favorite.
1. Press the FAVORITE [BANK] button.

2. Press a button ([0][9] button) to specify the bank number.
4. Hold down the [FAVORITE] button and press a button

([0][9] buttons) to specify the number in which the
favorite will be stored.
The sound has been registered.
MEMO
The content that is registered as a favorite will depend on the
performance state.
Performance state
Registered content
The tone of part 1
Single play
* The Octave Shift (p. 44) setting of part 1 is

recalled as 0.
Dual play
Split play
Multi part play
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The studio set
2. Use the cursor [

3. Use the cursor [
][
] buttons to choose the bank.
] [ ] buttons or the [DEC] [INC]

buttons to choose a favorite.
Button
Explanation
[ENTER] button or [7]

(Select) button
Recalls the selected favorite.
Hold down the [SHIFT]

button and press the [2]
(Remove) button
Removes the selected favorite.

button and press the [3]
(Regist) button
Registers the currently selected sound at

the selected favorite number. If a favorite is
already registered at the selected number, it is
replaced by the newly registered content.

button and use the
[ ] [ ] buttons
Changes the registered number. If a favorite

is already registered in the destination
number, the selected favorite is inserted at the
destination number.
Changing the Keyboard Settings
You can transpose the pitch range of the keyboard in semitone

steps.
You can shift the pitch range of the keyboard in steps of one octave.
1. Press the OCTAVE [DOWN] button or [UP] button.
Performing
1. Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the []
Raising/Lowering the Key Range in

Octaves (Octave Shift)
Overview
Raising/Lowering the Key Range in

Semitone Steps (Transpose)
button or [+] button.
Performance
Functions
MEMO
You can shift the pitch in a maximum range of 3 octaves.
MEMO
You can transpose in a range of -5+6 semitones.
To return to the original range, press the OCTAVE [DOWN]

button and [UP] button simultaneously.
Editing
To return to the original setting, hold down the [TRANSPOSE]

button, and press the [] button and [+] button simultaneously.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
29
30
Overview
Performing
Explains convenient functions that youll use while performing, such as modifying the
sound in real time.
Editing
Playing Arpeggios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Performance
Functions
03: Performance Functions
Using Chord Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Performing with Rhythm Patterns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Modifying the Sound in Real Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Playing Arpeggios
Using the Arpeggiator
The FA has an arpeggiator that can automatically generate
arpeggios. When you use this function, an arpeggio is automatically
played according to the keys that you hold down.
Setting the Arpeggiator Tempo

You can set the tempo of the arpeggios.
1. Turn the [TEMPO] knob.
MEMO
Arpeggio settings are saved in the studio set.
1. Press the [ARPEGGIO] button to make it light.
The arpeggiator turns on.

MEMO
MEMO
If the FA is not in single play mode, make settings as follows
depending on the mode that youre in.
Performance state
Action
Dual play
Turn on the arpeggio switch (ARP in the Dual

screen or Split screen) for the part that you
want to arpeggiate.
Turn on the arpeggio switch (ARP) for the
part that you want to arpeggiate. For details,
refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
Split play
Multi part play
Make the current part any part whose

keyboard switch (p. 27) is on.
2. Play a chord on the keyboard.

An arpeggio is sounded by the part that is turned on, according to
the notes of the chord that you play.
3. To turn off the arpeggiator, press the [ARPEGGIO] button

once again to make the button go dark.
MEMO
By using the arpeggiator in conjunction with the chord memory
function (p. 35), you can easily produce a variety of arpeggio
sounds using just one finger.
The tempo is saved in the studio set. If you set this to follow the
system tempo, the tempo will be maintained even if you switch
studio sets (Tempo Assign Source: p. 101).
You can set the tempo by pressing the [TAP] button at the
desired interval (tap tempo). Press the button at least three
times, at quarter-note intervals of the desired tempo.
When you press the [TAP] button, the Tempo window appears.
In this state, you can hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the
dial to adjust the value below the decimal point. If you press the
[6] (Click) button, a click is sounded at the specified tempo. The
click turns on/off each time you press the button.
Holding the Arpeggio (Hold)

Heres how to make the arpeggio continue sounding even after you
release the keyboard.
1. Press the [ARPEGGIO] button.

The ARPEGGIO screen appears.
2. Press the [2] (Hold) button.

The hold function turns on.
3. Play a chord on the keyboard.

An arpeggio begins playing on the part for which the arpeggiator
is turned on.
If you play a different chord or key while the arpeggio is being held,
the arpeggio also changes.
4. To turn off the hold function, press the [2] (Hold) button
once again.
The hold function turns off.
Using a pedal switch

If you hold down a pedal switch (p. 42) while playing
a chord, the arpeggio continues playing even if
you release the keyboard.
1. Connect your pedal switch (e.g., DP series;

sold separately) to the HOLD jack.

3. Play a chord while holding down the pedal switch.
If you play a different chord or key while the arpeggio is being held,
the arpeggio also changes.
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Playing Arpeggios
You can make detailed settings for the arpeggios performance

style, timing, and accent.
Parameter
Octave
Range
Explanation
-3+3
Sets the key range in octaves over which

arpeggio will take place. If you want the
arpeggio to sound using only the notes
that you actually play, set this parameter to
0. To have the arpeggio sound using the
notes you play and notes 1 octave higher,
set this parameter to +1. A setting of -1
will make the arpeggio sound using the
notes you play and notes 1 octave lower.
0100 %
Modifies the strength of accents and the

length of the notes to adjust the groove
feel of the arpeggio. A setting of 100 %
will produce the most pronounced groove
feel.
The ARPEGGIO screen appears.

Accent Rate
Parameter
Value
Explanation
Style
Hold
U001U016
MEMO
You can create your own original
Arpeggio Style by importing SMF into an
arpeggio user style. For details, refer to
Importing a Computer SMF File into
an Arpeggio Style (Import SMF) (p.34).
OFF, ON
Turn the hold function on/off (p. 42).
The arpeggiator provides several variations

(performance patterns) for each arpeggio
style. This parameter selects the variation
number. The number of variations will differ
according to the arpeggio style.
Shuffle Rate = 50 %
Shuffle Rate
0100 %
50
90
Notes you press will be sounded, in random

order.
NOTE_ORDER
Notes you press will be sounded in the

order in which you pressed them. By
pressing the notes in the appropriate order
you can produce melody lines. Up to 128
notes will be remembered.
GLISSANDO
Each chromatic step between the highest

and lowest notes you press will sound
in succession, repeating upward and
downward. Press only the lowest and the
highest notes.
CHORD
All notes you press will sound

simultaneously.
AUTO1
The timing at which keys will sound will be

assigned automatically, giving priority to
the lowest key that was pressed.
AUTO2
The timing at which keys will sound will be

assigned automatically, giving priority to
the highest key that was pressed.
PHRASE
Pressing a single key will sound the phrase

based on the pitch of that key. If multiple
keys are pressed, the last-pressed key will
be valid.
Motif
Keyboard
Velocity
REAL,
1127
The note value can be specified as either a

sixteenth note or an eighth note.
Settings
RANDOM
10
DAW
Notes you press will be sounded, from low

to high, and then back down from high
to low.
90
Pads
UP&DOWN
Shuffle
Resolution
10
Specifies the timing (as a note value) at

which the notes will be heard.
Sampler
DOWN
Notes you press will be sounded, from high

to low.
50
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Notes you press will be sounded, from low

to high.
50
Shuffle Rate = 90 %
Sets the order in which notes of the chord will sound.

UP
50
Editing
Variation
P001P128,
This setting lets you modify the note timing

to create shuffle rhythms. With a setting of
50 % the notes will be spaced evenly. As
the value is increased, the note timing will
have more of a dotted (shuffle) feel.
Performance
Functions
Specifies the basic way in which the

arpeggio will be played.
Performing
Value
Overview
Arpeggiator Settings
Appendix
Specifies the loudness of the notes that

you play. If you want the velocity value of
each note to depend on how strongly you
play the keyboard, set this parameter to
REAL. If you want each note to have a
fixed velocity regardless of how strongly
you play the keyboard, set this parameter
to the desired value (1127).
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Playing Arpeggios
Importing a Computer SMF File into an

Arpeggio Style (Import SMF)
You can create an original arpeggio style by importing an SMF
(Standard MIDI File).
SMF that can be imported

Only SMF format 0 is supported. If the data is incorrect,
a message of Cannot Import SMF Format 1! or
Incorrect File! appears.
The following data can be imported into an arpeggio:
note data, control change data, channel pressure, and
pitch bend change.
A maximum of 500 events of note data can be imported,
with each note-on/off message counting as one event.
In addition to note events, a total of up to 500 events of
control change messages, channel pressure, and pitch
bend can be imported. If you try to import more than the
allowable number of events, the message Too Much
Data! appears.
Creating an Arpeggio Style from a Song

(Import Song)
You can create an original arpeggio style by importing a track from
the currently selected song.

2. Press the [3] (Import Song) button.
The ARPEGGIO SONG IMPORT screen appears.
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the track
that you want to import, and then press the [7] (Import)
button.
MEMO
You can press the [6] (Preview) button to audition the selected
track.
4. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the

import-destination Style number (U001U016).
5. Press the [2] (Rename) button and assign a name to the

MEMO
Before you continue, copy an SMF from your computer to the
IMPORT folder of the SD card.
A maximum of 200 files in the IMPORT folder can be
detected.

2. Press the [3] (Import SMF) button.
The ARPEGGIO SMF IMPORT screen appears.
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the SMF
button.
MEMO
You can audition the selected SMF by pressing the [6] (Preview)
button.

import-destination Style number (U001U016).

arpeggio style (p. 45).
6. Press the [7] (Execute) button.

If you decide to cancel, press the [7] (Cancel) button.

The SMF is imported into the Style number you specified.
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arpeggio style (p. 45).


The track of the song is imported into the specified Style number.
Using Chord Memory
Chord memory is a function that lets you register chord forms and
then produce chords of that form simply by playing a single key.
Chord form settings are saved in the studio set.
1. Press the [CHORD MEMORY] button to make it light.
Heres how to edit the chord memory settings.
1. Press the [CHORD MEMORY] button to make it light.

The chord memory function turns on, and the CHORD MEMORY
screen appears.
MEMO
By holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [CHORD
MEMORY] button, you can access the Chord Memory screen
without changing the chord memory on/off status.

Parameter
0117
Chord Key
GF#
Changes the key of the chord.
ON
The notes of the chord sound

sequentially rather than simultaneously.
Since the speed of the performance
changes depending on the force with
which you play the keyboard, you can
produce a realistic simulation of guitar
playing just by varying your playing
dynamics.
OFF
The notes sound as a chord.
UP
Notes sound sequentially from low to

high.
DOWN
Notes sound sequentially from high to

low.
ALTERNATE
The order in which the notes sound

alternates each time you play the
keyboard.
Turn on the arpeggio switch (ARP in the Dual

screen or Split screen) for the part with which
you want to use the chord memory function.
Turn on the arpeggio switch (ARP) for the
part with which you want to use the chord
memory function. For details, refer to
Parameter Guide (PDF).
Split play
Multi part play
Pads
Action
Dual play
Sampler
Performance state
For more about chord forms, refer to

Chord Memory List (p.109).
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Rolled Chord
Type
If the FA is not in single play mode, make settings as follows

depending on the mode that youre in.
Selects the type of chord set thats

assigned to the CB keys.
Chord Form
Rolled Chord
MEMO
Explanation
Editing
The chord memory function turns on, and the CHORD MEMORY
screen appears.
Value
Performance
Functions
Performing
MEMO
Chord Memory Settings
Overview
Performing with the Chord Memory

Function
Make the current part any part whose

keyboard switch (p. 27) is on.
DAW
2. Play the keyboard.

A chord is sounded according to the currently selected chord form.
For more about chord forms, refer to Chord Memory List (p.109).
3. To turn off the chord memory function, press the [CHORD

MEMORY] button once again to make it go dark.
Settings
Appendix
35
Performing with Rhythm Patterns

The FA can sound a rhythm pattern while you perform.
The rhythm pattern plays the tone of part 10 of the studio set.
MEMO
Selecting/Playing Rhythm Patterns

Heres how to play rhythm patterns.
Rhythm pattern settings are saved in the studio set.
What is a pattern?
The FAs rhythm patterns consist of performance data called
patterns.
Selecting rhythm patterns

1. Press the [RHYTHM PATTERN] button to access the
RHYTHM PATTERN screen.
In a band, the drummer typically repeats fixed sequences that

are one or two measures long. On the FA, each of these basic
sequences of performance data is called a pattern.
The FA contains preset patterns that are suitable for intro, verse, fill,
and ending. The pattern name indicates the type of pattern.
Pattern
Explanation
Intro
Performance pattern suitable for the intro

(introduction).
Verse 1, 2
The main performance patterns. 1 is the basic

pattern, and 2 is a more advanced form of 1.
Fill-In 1, 2
More elaborate performance patterns typically

inserted between phrases. Choose either 1 or 2
depending on the pattern that will play following
the fill.
Ending
Performance pattern suitable for the end of the song.
The FA provides the following types of pattern.

Pattern
2. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select a rhythm

group or drum kit.
3. Move the cursor to the rhythm pattern, and use the dial or
the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select a rhythm pattern.
MEMO
If you want to keep the rhythm group that youve edited, save
the rhythm group (p. 37).
Preset patterns that cannot be rewritten.
Rhythm patterns are shown in the order of P (preset) gU (user).
Pattern settings that youve edited can be saved as a

user pattern.
U (user)
Patterns that you save in the FA.
Playing rhythm patterns

4. Press the [2] (Intro)[7] (Ending) buttons to select the
MEMO
rhythm pattern that you want to play.
You can edit a pattern to create an original user pattern (p. 50).
What is a rhythm group?

A rhythm group is a set containing six rhythm patterns. You can
choose a rhythm pattern for each of Intro, Pattern APattern D, and
Ending, and save your choices as a rhythm group.
Explanation
Rhythm groups that cannot be rewritten.
PRST (preset)
Rhythm group settings that youve edited can be

saved as a user group.
USER (user)
Rhythm groups that you save in the FA.
What is a drum kit?

The drum sounds played by a pattern are called a drum kit.
You can store one drum kit in each studio set.
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1. Move the cursor to RHYTHM GROUP or DRUM KIT.
Explanation
P (preset)
Rhythm group
2. Select a rhythm group and drum kit.
The [RHYTHM PATTERN] button lights, and the rhythm pattern

plays.
5. To stop, once again press the button that you pressed in

step 4.
MEMO
If you play a rhythm pattern thats assigned as Intro, playback
automatically switches to Pattern A when the Intro has finished
playing.
If you play a rhythm pattern thats assigned as Ending, the
rhythm pattern automatically stops when the Ending has
finished playing.
Saving a Rhythm Group

5
A rhythm group youve edited is temporary; it disappears if you turn

off the power or select a different rhythm group.
If you want to keep the rhythm group youve edited, save it to the
user group in the FA.
When you execute the Save operation, the data previously in the
save-destination is overwritten.
1. In the RHYTHM PATTERN screen, hold down the [SHIFT]
Performing
NOTE
Overview
About the RHYTHM PATTERN screen
button and press the [7] (Write) button.
or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the save-destination.
No.
Explanation
Rhythm group, rhythm group number, rhythm group name
Drum kit type, bank, number, and name
PATTERN KEY TRIGGER settings
Rhythm pattern, number, name
Tempo and current position of the rhythm pattern
rhythm group (p. 45).
4. Press the [7] (Write) button.

Editing
Performance
Functions
2. Move the cursor to the save-destination, and use the dial

The rhythm group is saved.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
NOTE
Never turn off the power while data is being saved.
Changing the Tempo of the Rhythm

Pattern
Sampler
Heres how to change the tempo of the rhythm pattern.
Pads
DAW
MEMO
Settings
You can set the tempo in a range of 5300. You can use the
[TEMPO] knob to set the tempo in a range of 60240.
desired interval (Tap Tempo). Press the button at least three
times at quarter-note intervals of the desired tempo.
Appendix
37
Importing SMF into a Rhythm

Pattern
You can create an original rhythm pattern by importing SMF
(Standard MIDI File) data.
SMF that can be imported

Set the rhythm part of the SMF to MIDI channel 10.
Up to 4,000 events of MIDI data can be imported. If there
are more than 4,000 events, the message Too Much
Data! appears.
The SMF being imported can be no longer than 32
measures.
Creating a Rhythm Pattern from a

Song
You can create an original rhythm pattern from track 10 of the
currently selected song.
1. Press the [RHYTHM PATTERN] button.

2. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [5] (Import
Song) button.
The RHYTHM PATTERN SONG IMPORT screen appears.
import-destination rhythm pattern number (U001U120).

MEMO
MEMO
Before you continue, copy the SMF from your computer into the
A maximum of 200 files can be recognized in the IMPORT
folder.
1. Press the [RHYTHM PATTERN] button.

2. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [4] (Import
SMF) button.
The RHYTHM PATTERN SMF IMPORT screen appears.
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the SMF
button.
import-destination rhythm pattern number (U001U120).

rhythm pattern (p. 45).

If you decide to cancel, press [7] (Cancel).

The SMF is imported into the rhythm pattern.
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You can audition the track by pressing the [5] (Preview) button.

rhythm pattern (p. 45).

If you decide to cancel, press [7] (Cancel).

The data is imported as a rhythm pattern.
Modifying the Sound in Real Time
You can use the SOUND MODIFY knobs to control the sound in real
time.
Group that is controlled (lit)
You can adjust the stereo position (pan) of the part.

* This affects the current part.
MEMO
For details, refer to Settings for Each Part (p.44).
Adjusting the Volume of the Part (LEVEL)
Performance
Functions
You can adjust the volume of the part.

MEMO
parameters that you want to control.
2. Turn the [1][6] knobs.

MEMO
If you like, you can make the SOUND MODIFY knob settings
be reset whenever you switch tones in Single play mode (Auto
Knob Reset: p. 99).
For some sounds, certain knobs might not produce any effect.
For details, refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
The filter modifies the tonal character by cutting or boosting

different frequency regions of the sound.
MEMO
You can adjust the input volume of the AUDIO INPUT jack (Audio
Input Level: p. 80).
When using sampling (p. 79) or the vocoder (p. 42), this is a convenient
way to adjust the input volume of the device thats connected to
the AUDIO INPUT jack.
Applying an Assigned Function (ASSIGN

16)
You can assign a variety of parameters to ASSIGN 16.
1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the [1][6]

(ASSIGN 16) knobs.

dial to change the value.
MEMO
For details on the parameters, refer to Sound Modify Knob
16 Assign (p.99).
Settings
You can adjust the time over which the volume rises from note-on
to its peak, and the time over which the volume falls to silence after
you release the key.
Adjusting the Input Volume (INPUT

LEVEL)
DAW
Changing How the Volume Will Vary of

the Part (ATTACK, RELEASE)
For details, refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
Pads
The filter is one of the things that determine the character of the
sound.
MEMO
Sampler
Changing the Tonal Character of the Part

(CUTOFF, RESONANCE)
You can adjust the equalizer (EQ) that is applied to the overall
sound.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
The sound changes according to the knob that you turn.
Adjusting the Level of the Low, Mid, and

High Frequencies (EQ)
Editing
1. Press the [SELECT] button to select the group of
Performing
You can control a total of 24 parameters, organized as four groups

of six parameters.
Changing the Stereo Position of the

Sound of the Part (PAN)
Overview
Using the SOUND MODIFY Knobs to

Vary the Sound

MEMO
Appendix
39
Applying Effects Conveniently (GLOBAL

CONTROL)
Total effect types

No.
Type
Explanation
The FA provides global control that lets you apply effects

conveniently.
01
FILTER+DRIVE
A low-pass filter with overdrive. It cuts the high

frequencies and adds distortion.
Global control is technology that lets you optimize multiple

parameters of an effect simply by turning a single knob.
02
ISOLATOR
Isolates or removes the low, mid, or high

frequency ranges.
03
DJFX LOOPER
Loops a short portion of the input sound. You can

vary the playback direction and playback speed of
the input sound to add turntable-type effects.
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no

compressor effect will be applied.
04
BPM LOOPER
Loops the input sound over a short period.
Turning the knob toward the right will smooth

out the overall volume, making your sound more
consistent.
05
BIT CRASH
Produces an extreme lo-fi effect.
06
WAH
Produces a wah effect.
07
REVERB
Adds reverberation to the sound.
Turning the knob toward the left will boost the

mid-range, making the sound punchier. This is
appropriate when playing in a band.
08
DELAY
Repeats the sound.
09
TAPE ECHO
Simulates a tape-type echo unit of the past.
Turning the knob toward the right will boost

the low and high-frequency ranges, producing a
more colorful sound. This is appropriate for solo
performances.
10
PITCH
Changes the pitch.
11
VOICE TRANS
Processes a human voice to create a variety of

characters.
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no chorus
effect will be applied.
12
FLANGER
Creates modulation reminiscent of a jet airplane

taking off and landing.
Turning the knob toward the right will make the

chorus deeper.
13
SLICER+FLG
Repeatedly cuts the sound. A flanger is added.
14
PHASER
Creates modulation by adding a phase-shifted

sound.
15
CHORUS
Adds spaciousness and richness to the sound.
16
TREMOLO/PAN
Cyclically varies the volume or panning.
17
OVERDRIVE
Mildly distorts the sound.
18
DISTORTION
Intensely distorts the sound.
19
FUZZ
Adds overtones and intensely distorts the sound.
20
OCTAVE
Adds a pitch at lower octaves.
21
SUBSONIC
Adds a low-frequency sine wave based on the

volume being input to the effect.
22
RING MOD
Gives the sound a metallic character.
23
CHROMATIC PS
A two-voice pitch shifter that changes the pitch

in semitone steps.
24
C.CANCELLER
Cancels the vocal or other sound located in the

center.
25
VINYL SIM
Simulates sound heard from an analog record.
26
RADIO TUNING
Simulates sound heard from a radio.
27
NOISE GEN
Applies a lo-fi effect, and also adds noises such as

white noise and record noise.
28
COMP
Makes the sound more consistent.
29
EQUALIZER
Adjusts the volume of each frequency region.
Knob
[1] (COMPRESSOR)
[2] (TONE)
[3] (CHORUS)
[4] (REVERB)
Explanation
If you turn the knob all the way to the left, no reverb
effect will be applied.
Turning the knob toward the right will make the
reverb deeper.
Selects the type of total effect.
[5] (TFX SELECT)
[6] (TFX CTRL)
You can choose one of 29 types of total effect to be

applied.
Controls the parameters of the total effect you
selected.
MEMO
For details on the parameters of the total effects, refer to
Parameter Guide (PDF).
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Changing the Pitch (Pitch Bend)

While playing the keyboard, move the lever to the left to lower the
pitch, or toward the right to raise the pitch. This is called pitch bend.
Overview
Moving Your Hand to Vary the Pitch

or Volume (D-BEAM Controller)
The D-BEAM is a controller that you use simply by positioning your
hand above it. You can change the function thats assigned, and use
this controller to apply a variety of effects.
Performing
1. Press one of the D-BEAM [SOLO SYNTH], [EXPRESSION],

or [ASSIGNABLE] buttons to turn on the D-BEAM
controller (the button lights).
Performance
Functions
Applying Vibrato or Dynamics

(Modulation)
Move the lever away from yourself to apply vibrato or dynamics.
[SOLO SYNTH]
Play a monophonic synthesizer by moving your hand

above the D-BEAM controller.
[EXPRESSION]
Use the D-BEAM controller to control volume.

Various parameters and functions can be assigned.
The effect thats most appropriate for each tone is
applied.
[ASSIGNABLE]
Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press this button

to access a screen where you can assign a function.
You can assign performance-related functions to the [S1] [S2]

buttons. When you turn the [S1] [S2] buttons on/off, the assigned
function is switched or turned on/off.
Sampler
You can also assign a parameter by holding down

the [ASSIGNABLE] button and turning the SOUND
MODIFY knob or pressing a pad.
Using an Assigned Function to Vary

the Sound ([S1] [S2] buttons)
MEMO
You can assign a performance-related function to the
[ASSIGNABLE] button. For details, refer to D-Beam Assign
(p.100).
MEMO
You can assign performance-related functions to the [S1] [S2]
buttons. For details, refer to Switch S1 Assign/Switch S2
Assign (p. 98).
Pads
2. While you play the keyboard, position your hand above
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Explanation
Editing
Button
the D-BEAM controller.
The effect selected by the button you pressed is applied.
3. To turn off the D-BEAM controller, once again press the
button that you pressed in step 1 (the button goes dark).
DAW
Effective range of the D-BEAM controller

This illustration shows the effective range
of the D-BEAM controller. No effect will be
obtained if you position your hand outside the
effective range.
Settings
NOTE
The effective range of the D-BEAM
controller will change depending on the
lighting conditions. If the D-BEAM controller
does not work as you expect, readjust the sensitivity. For details
on readjusting the sensitivity, refer to D-Beam Sens (p.99).
Appendix
41
Using a Pedal to Vary the Sound

The FA allows you to connect hold pedals and control pedals.
If a pedal switch (DP series; sold separately) is connected to the
rear panel HOLD jack, notes will be sustained (held) while you hold
down the pedal even after you take your hands off the keyboard.
If an expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately) or pedal switch is
connected to the rear panel CTRL 1 or CTRL 2 jack, you can use the
pedal to vary the volume or control a variety of functions.
Sustaining the Notes (Hold Pedal)

While playing the keyboard, step on the pedal switch.
You can hold (sustain) the notes by stepping on the pedal switch.
Performing with a Microphone

(Vocoder)
The FA uses MFX to provide a vocoder.
You can connect your microphone to the rear panel GUITAR/MIC
jack and apply a vocoder effect to it.
* The vocoder is available only for part 1.
Adjusting the microphones input volume

Use the rear panel [LEVEL] knob to adjust the volume.
If the volume is insufficient, or if youre unable to adjust the volume
successfully, refer to Adjusting the Input Volume (INPUT LEVEL)
(p.39).
Using the Vocoder

1. Select one of the SuperNATURAL synth tone presets
1111 Vocoder Robt1115 Vocoder Ens.
Adding Expression to Your Performance

(Control Pedal)
While playing the keyboard, raise or lower the expression pedal.
You can make your performance more expressive by varying the
volume.
For details on how to select a tone, refer to p. 22.
2. While you play the keyboard, vocalize into the

microphone.
* Sound is not produced if you simply play the keyboard without

vocalizing.
MEMO
Even with tones other than those listed above, you can apply a
vocoder effect by selecting 68: Vocoder for MFX.
Editing the Vocoder Settings

* Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
MEMO
Performance-related functions can be assigned to the pedals
connected to the CTRL 1 and CTRL 2 jacks. For details, refer to
Control Pedal 1 Assign/Control Pedal 2 Assign (p. 98).
1. Select one of the SuperNATURAL synth tone presets

1111 Vocoder Robt1115 Vocoder Ens.
2. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [3] (Effects
Edit) button.
3. Press the [2] (MFX) button.

The TONE EDIT screen appears. In this case, 68: Vocoder is
selected for MFX.

Parameter
Value
Explanation
Mic Sens
0127
Adjusts the microphones input

sensitivity.
Synth Level
0127
Adjusts the instruments input level.
Mic Mix
0127
Adjusts the amount of microphone

audio that is added to the vocoders
output.
Level
0127
Adjusts the volume level of the signal

that has passed through the vocoder.
MFX Chorus
Send Level
0127
Adjusts the amount of chorus applied

to the sound that has passed through
the multi-effect.
MFX Reverb
Send Level
0127
Adjusts the amount of reverb applied

to the sound that has passed through
the multi-effect.
If you want to keep the settings, save the tone (p. 48).
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Overview
Performing
Explains how to edit studio sets, tones, and effects.
Editing
Editing a Studio Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Performance
Functions
04: Editing
Editing a Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Editing a Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Editing the Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Editing a Studio Set

Overall Settings for the Studio Set
Heres how to make settings that apply to the entire studio set.

2. Move the cursor to Studio Set Common and press the
Settings for Each Part

A studio set has 16 parts; each part has its own settings such as
volume (Level), equalizer (EQ), and key range (Keyboard).
1. Access the PART VIEW screen (p. 26).
[ENTER] button.
The STUDIO SET COMMON screen appears.

To switch tabs, hold down the [SHIFT] button and use the cursor
[ ] [ ] buttons.
MEMO
From the STUDIO SET PLAY screen, you can also access the
STUDIO SET COMMON screen by holding down the [SHIFT]
button and pressing the [5] (Studio Common) button.
3. Use the cursor buttons to select an item, and use the dial
to edit the setting.
NOTE
The edits you make to the studio set are temporary. They will be
lost if you turn off the power or select another studio set. If you
want to keep the changes, save the studio set (p. 45).
Common Parameters
MEMO
For details on the common parameters, refer to Parameter
Guide (PDF).
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Tab
Explanation
General
Specify the play mode, pad part, and the drum part
to which Comp+EQ applies.
Control
Specify the MIDI messages used to control

parameters when using tone control 14.
Phase Lock
Turn this on if you want to minimize inconsistency

between the note-on timing of parts that are played
on the same MIDI channel.
Pedal

parameters when using a pedal connected to the
CTRL 1 and CTRL 2 jacks.
S1/S2

parameters when using the [S1] [S2] buttons.
Knob

parameters when using the SOUND MODIFY knobs.
D-Beam

parameters when using the D-BEAM controller.
Control Sw
For each part, specify whether various controller

operations will be enabled (ON) or disabled (OFF).
Part parameters
MEMO
For details on the part parameters, refer to Parameter Guide
(PDF).
Tab
Explanation
Level/Pan
Specify each parts tone, level, pan, and MIDI receive

settings.
Keyboard
Specify each parts key range, and whether the

arpeggiator is applied.
Output/EFX
Specify each parts output destination, and the level

of signal that is sent to chorus and reverb.
EQ
Edit the equalizer that is applied to each part.
Pitch
Specify each parts pitch and portamento setting.
Scale Tune
Specify the scale tune settings of each part.
Vibrato
Edit each parts vibrato settings.
Offset
Specify offsets for parameters such as cutoff and

resonance.
Mono/Poly/Legato
Edit each parts mono, poly, and legato settings.
Voice Reserve
Specify the number of voices that are reserved for

each part.
MIDI Rx Filter
Specify the MIDI messages that are received by each

part.
* Depending on the sound, some part parameters have no effect.
Editing a Studio Set
Edits you make to a studio set are temporary. They are lost if you
turn off the power or select another studio set. If you want to keep
the changes you make, save the studio set.
NOTE
1. Press the [WRITE] button.

The WRITE MENU window appears.
Heres how to initialize the currently selected studio set.

2. Move the cursor to Studio Set Init and press the
Performing
When you save the studio set, the data that was previously in
the save-destination is overwritten.
Initializing a Studio Set (Studio Set

Init)
Overview
Saving a Studio Set
[ENTER] button.
3. Select the content that you want to initialize, and then

press the [7] (Select) button.
Explanation
Studio Set
All settings of the studio set are initialized.
Performance
Functions
Parameter
Each parts vibrato and the following offset

parameters are initialized.
Cutoff Offset
Resonance Offset
Vibrato Rate
button.
Vibrato Depth
Controller
Explanation
Dial or [DEC] [INC]
Specify the character that you want to enter.
][
Move the cursor.
][
Switch between uppercase and lowercase

alphabetical characters.
[4] (Delete)
Deletes the character at the cursor location.
[5] (Insert)
Inserts a space (blank) at the cursor location.
[6] (Cancel)
Cancels input and exits the naming screen.
[7] (OK)
Confirms the name.

The studio set is saved.
NOTE

The studio set is initialized.
NOTE
Never turn off the power while initialization is in progress.
Initializing a Part (Part Init)

Heres how to initialize the part settings of the current part.
1. In the PART VIEW screen (p. 26), press the [5] (Part Init)
button.

DAW
Pads

Sampler
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Vibrato Delay

4. Press the [2] (Rename) button and assign a name.
Decay Offset
Release Offset
2. Move the cursor to Studio Set and press the [ENTER]

save-destination.
Attack Offset
Editing
Sound Control
The part is initialized.

* The Voice Reserve setting is not initialized.
NOTE
Settings
Appendix
45
Editing a Tone
Heres how to edit the tone thats assigned to a part.
SuperNATURAL Synth Tone (SN-S)
Basic Procedure for Tone Edit
Partial 3
1. Select the part to which the tone is assigned.

3. Move the cursor to Tone Edit and press the [ENTER]
button.
Partial 2
Partial 1
LFO
OSC
Amp
Filter
MFX
The TONE EDIT screen appears.

Aftertouch
The TONE EDIT screen differs according to the type of tone thats
selected for the part.
Modulation LFO
4. Use the cursor buttons to select an item, and use the dial
to edit the value.
Modify
NOTE
Edits you make to a tone are temporary. The changes you make
are lost when you turn off the power or select another tone. If
you want to keep the edited settings, save the tone (p. 48).
MEMO
From the STUDIO SET PLAY screen, you can also access the TONE
EDIT screen by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing
the [2] (Tone Edit) button.
In the TONE EDIT screen, you can also press the [6] (Part Select)
button to switch the part that youre editing.
For details on the tone parameters, refer to Parameter Guide
(PDF).
SuperNATURAL Acoustic Tone (SN-A)

Inst
MFX
Tab
Explanation
Common
Settings that apply to the entire tone.
OSC
Settings for the waveform that is the basis of the

tone.
Pitch
Settings related to pitch.
Filter
Settings related to the filter.
Amp
Settings related to the volume.
LFO
Settings for the LFO that modulates the sound.
Modulation LFO
Settings for the modulation applied to the sound.

Settings related to aftertouch.
MEMO
Aftertouch
Tab
Explanation
Common
To use aftertouch, assign it to a SOUND MODIFY

knob or the D-BEAM controller. For details on how
to make these settings, refer to Overall Settings
for the Studio Set (p.44) or Settings for the
Entire (p.97).
Misc
Settings for envelopes and portamento time control.
MFX
Settings for the multi-effect.
MFX Control
Settings for controlling MFX via MIDI.
Settings for the INST assigned to the tone.

Inst
These are detailed settings for the INST thats

assigned.
MFX
MFX Control
Inst
An inst is the smallest unit of sound within a
SuperNATURAL acoustic tone. Each SuperNATURAL acoustic
tone consists of a single inst.
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Partial
A partial is a unit of sound within a SuperNATURAL synth
tone, SuperNATURAL drum kit, PCM synth tone, or PCM drum
kit. These tones consist of multiple partials.
Editing a Tone
PCM Synth Tone (PCMS)
Overview
SuperNATURAL Drum Kit (SN-D)
Partial 4
Partial 62
Partial 3
Partial 1
MFX
Partial 2
Performing
Partial 1
DRUM Inst
LFO 1
Comp+EQ 4
Comp+EQ 2
Comp+EQ 5
Comp+EQ 3
Comp+EQ 6
Wave
Pitch
Env
TVF
TVA
TVF Env
TVA Env
MFX
Performance
Functions
Comp+EQ 1
LFO 2
Step LFO
Editing
Common
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Tab
Explanation
Instrument settings for each partial.
DRUM Inst
MEMO
Tab
Explanation
Common
Wave

tone.
PMT (Partial Mix

Table)
Settings for how partials are combined, and for key

range.
EQ
Settings for the Drum Comp+EQ Assign part

equalizer.
Pitch
MFX
Pitch Env
Settings for the pitch envelope.
MFX Control
TVF
TVF Env
Settings for the TVF envelope.
TVA
Settings related to volume.
TVA Env
Settings for the TVA envelope.
Output
Settings related to output.
MEMO
The Drum Comp+EQ Assign part setting is located in the overall
settings for the studio set.
LFO 2
DAW
LFO 1
Pads
Comp
Settings for the Drum Comp+EQ Assign part

compressor.
Sampler
You can press a key to switch the partial number

that youre editing.
Settings for the LFO that modulates the sound.
Step LFO
Settings that specify how steps 116 will modulate

the sound.
Control
Settings related to controllers.
Matrix Control1
Matrix Control3
Settings
Matrix Control2
Settings related to matrix controls 14.
Matrix Control4
MFX
MFX Control
Appendix
MEMO
You cant edit the sounds of the GM2 bank.
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Editing a Tone
Saving a Tone/Drum Kit
PCM Drum Kit (PCMD)
Edits you make to a Tone/Drum Kit are temporary; they will be lost
when you turn off the unit or select another Tone/Drum Kit. If you
want to keep an edited Tone/Drum Kit, you must save it.
Partial 88
NOTE
Partial 1
MFX
WAVE
TVF
TVA
Pitch
Env
TVF Env
TVA Env
When you execute the Write operation, the existing data at the
write destination will be overwritten.

The WRITE MENU window appears.
Comp+EQ 1
Comp+EQ 4
Comp+EQ 2
Comp+EQ 5
Comp+EQ 3
Comp+EQ 6
2. Move the cursor to Tone and press the [ENTER] button.

save-destination.

tone/drum kit (p. 45).

Tab
Explanation
Common
Wave

tone.
WMT
(Wave Mix Table)
Make settings for velocity-switching between tones.
Pitch
Pitch Env
Settings for the pitch envelope.
TVF
TVF Env
Settings for the TVF envelope.
TVA
Settings related to volume.
TVA Env
Settings for the TVA envelope.
Output
Settings related to output.
Comp
Settings for the Drum Comp + EQ Assign part

compressor.
EQ
Settings for the Drum Comp + EQ Assign part

equalizer.
MFX
MFX Control
MEMO
You can press a key to switch the partial number that youre
editing.
The Drum Comp+EQ Assign part setting is located in the overall
settings for the studio set.
You cant edit the sounds of the GM2 bank.
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The tone/drum kit is saved.
NOTE
Initializing a Tone (Tone Initialize)

Heres how to initialize the settings of the current tone.
1. In the TONE EDIT screen (p. 46), press the [5] (Tone Utility)
button.
2. Choose Tone Initialize, and press the [7] (Select) button.


The tone or drum kit is initialized.
NOTE
Editing a Tone
Initializing a Partial (Partial

Initialize)
Overview
Selecting the Partials That Sound

(Partial Switch)
Heres how to initialize a partial of a SuperNATURAL synth tone,

SuperNATURAL drum kit, PCM synth tone, or PCM drum kit.
1. In the TONE EDIT screen (p. 46), press the [2] (Partial Sw)
2. Use the [4] (Sw 1)[7] (Sw 4) buttons to select the partials/
2. Select Partial Initialize and press the [7] (Select) button.

3. Select the partial that you want to initialize, and press the
button.
waves that you want to sound, and then press the [2]
(Exit) button.
For a SuperNATURAL synth tone, you can use the [5] (Sw 1)[7]
(Sw 3) buttons to select partials.
You can use the pads to select partials (p. 84).
[7] (Select) button.
Performance
Functions
MEMO
button.
Performing
You can select the partials/waves that are sounded by a

SuperNATURAL synth tone, PCM synth tone, or PCM drum kit.


The partial is initialized.
Heres how to select the partials of a SuperNATURAL synth tone,

SuperNATURAL drum kit, PCM synth tone, or PCM drum kit.
button.
2. Use the [4] (Select 1)[7] (Select 4) buttons to select the
partials that you want to edit, and then press the [2] (Exit)
button.
* You cant turn off all of the partials.
For a SuperNATURAL synth tone, you can use the [5] (Select
1)[7] (Select 3) buttons to select partials.
For a SuperNATURAL drum kit, you can select only one partial.
You can use the pads to select partials (p. 84).
Copying a Partial (Partial Copy)

Heres how to copy the partial settings of a SuperNATURAL synth
tone, SuperNATURAL drum kit, PCM synth tone, or PCM drum kit.
button.
2. Select Partial Copy and press the [7] (Select) button.

3. Select the copy-source partial and copy-destination
Sampler
MEMO
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
1. In the TONE EDIT screen (p. 46), press the [3] (Partial Sel)
NOTE
Editing
Selecting the Partials to Edit (Partial

Select)
partial.


The partial is copied.
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
49
Editing a Pattern
In addition to using the preset patterns, you are also free to create
and use your own patterns.
You can save your edited content as a user pattern.
1. Select the pattern that you want to edit (p. 36).

2. In the RHYTHM PATTERN screen (p. 36), hold down the
[SHIFT] button and press the [6] (Ptn Edit) button.
The PATTERN EDIT screen appears.
Initializing a Pattern (Initialize)

Initialize the pattern if you want to create a pattern from scratch
rather than starting with an existing rhythm pattern.
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen, hold down the [SHIFT]

button and press the [7] (Initialize) button.
About the PATTERN EDIT screen

The pattern is initialized.
Specifying the Time Signature and

Length (Setup)
Heres how to specify the time signature and length of the pattern.
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen, press the [2] (Setup) button.

Function button operations

Button
Explanation
Page
[2] (Setup)
Specifies the patterns time signature

and length.
p. 50
[3] (Note Setup)
Specifies the note type, length and

loudness.
p. 51
[4] (Clear Step)
Deletes all notes from the vertical axis at

the cursor location.
p. 51
[5] (Clear Note)
Deletes all notes from the horizontal axis

at the cursor location.
p. 51
[6] (Scale)
Specifies the scale of the grid.
p. 50
[7] (Write)
Saves the pattern.
p. 51
[SHIFT] + [7]
(Initialize)
Initializes the pattern.
p. 50
50
Pattern Time
Signature
Time signature of
the pattern
2/47/4, 5/87/8, 9/8, 12/8,
9/16, 11/16, 13/16, 15/16, 17/16, This can be specified
19/16
only for an empty
pattern.
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Measure Length
Explanation
Pattern length
* This cannot be shorter than the number of measures

that contain data.
3. To close the setup window, press the [6] (Close) button or

the [EXIT] button.
Here you can specify the scale of the grid.
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen, press the [6] (Scale) button.
Controller
Explanation
Cursor
Selects the location at which you want to input a

note.
Keyboard
Specifies the pitch (same as the cursor [

buttons).
[DEC] [INC]
Value
Specifying the Grid Scale (Scale)
Other controllers
[ENTER]
Parameter
Enters/deletes a note.
Plays the pattern.
Stops pattern playback.
][
The scale of the grid changes each time you press the button.
Parameter
Value
Scale
Sixteenth note, thirty-second note, eighth-note triplet, sixteenthnote triplet
Editing a Pattern
Here you can specify the type of notes to enter, as well as their
duration and loudness.
Setup) button.

1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen (p. 50), move the cursor to the
location at which you want to delete notes.
Performing
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen (p. 50), press the [3] (Note
Deleting Notes (Clear Step, Clear

Note)
Overview
Specifying the Note Type, Duration,

and Loudness (Note Setup)
2. Press one of the following buttons to delete notes.

Button
Explanation
[DEC] or [ENTER]
Delete the note at the cursor location.
Value
Explanation
[3] (Clear Step)
Deletes all notes from the vertical axis of the cursor

location.
Note Type
Refer to Note
values
Selects the rhythmic value of the notes

that you input.
[4] (Clear Note)
Deletes all notes from the horizontal axis of the cursor

location.
Gate Time
5200 %
Specifies the gate time (the length for

which the note will sound) of the notes
that you input, as a percentage of the
rhythm value specified by Note Type.
Velocity
1127
Specifies the velocity (volume) of the

note messages that you input.
Input by
Keyboard
OFF, ON
* Use the 16 right-most white keys

to enter notes (the black keys are
ignored).
3. To close the editing window, press the [6] (Close) button

or the [EXIT] button.
NOTE
The Save operation overwrites any data that was previously in
the save-destination.
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen (p. 50), press the [7] (Write)
button.

)
Sixteenth-note triplet
1/16 ( )
Sixteenth note
1/12 (
Eighth-note triplet
1/8 ( )
Eighth note
1/6 (
1/4 ( )
Quarter note
1/2 ( )
1/1 ( )
Whole note
Quarter-note triplet
Half note
Entering Notes
pattern (p. 45).

Pads
1/24(
Sampler
or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the save-destination.
Thirty-second note
If you want to keep the pattern that you created, save it on the FA as
a user pattern.
2. Move the cursor to the save-destination, and use the dial
Note values
1/32 (
A pattern you create is temporary, and is lost if you turn off the
power or select another pattern.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
* The velocity with which you actually

play the key is entered as the note-on
velocity.
Saving the Pattern

Editing
If this is on, you can use the keyboard

to enter notes.
Performance
Functions
Parameter

The pattern is saved.
NOTE
DAW
1. In the PATTERN EDIT screen (p. 50), move the cursor to the
location at which you want to enter a note.
2. Press the [INC] or [ENTER] button; a note is entered.

MEMO
Settings
You can also press a key to specify the pitch (the same operation
as the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons).
If you once again press the [ENTER] button at a location where a
note exist, the note is deleted.
Notes are input according to the Note Set settings.
Appendix
51
Editing the Effects

Turning Effects On/off
Heres how to turn effects on/off.

2. Move the cursor to Effects Edit and press the [ENTER]
Parameters that can be edited in the EFFECTS

EDIT screen
In the EFFECTS EDIT screen, you can also make the following
settings.
button.
The EFFECTS EDIT screen appears.

In the EFFECTS EDIT screen, you can edit the parameters in detail
while you view the effect routing.
Tone effect
Studio set effect
Parameter
Effect switch
From the STUDIO SET PLAY screen, you can also enter the
EFFECTS EDIT screen by holding down the [SHIFT] button and
pressing the [3] (Effects Edit) button.
3. Use the cursor buttons to select the effect switch, and use
the dial to turn it on/off.
MEMO
For details on the parameters, refer to Parameter Guide
(PDF).
NOTE
The effect settings that you edit are temporary. They will
disappear when you turn off the power, or select another studio
set or tone. If you want to keep the edited settings, save the
tone, studio set, or system settings respectively.
Saving a studio set (p. 45)
Saving a tone (p. 48)
Saving system settings (p. 97)
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Chorus Send
Level
Specifies the depth of chorus.
Reverb Send
Studio set Level
Specifies the depth of reverb.
Effect applied to the entire unit

(System effect)
MEMO
Explanation
M.COMP/IFX
Select
Specifies whether to use the master

compressor (Master Comp) or the insert
effect (IFX).
Audio Input
Level
Adjusts the input volume from the AUDIO

INPUT jack.
TFX Location
Selects whether the total effect is applied to

the sound you play on the keyboard (MAIN)
or on the input from the AUDIO INPUT jack
(Input).
System
Editing the Effects
Heres how to edit the effects of the studio set.
1. Access the EFFECTS EDIT screen (p. 52).

2. Press the effect button.
Heres how to edit the MFX and the compressor/equalizer of the

drum part.

Performing
The STUDIO SET EFFECTS screen appears.
Editing the Effects of the Tone
Overview
Editing the Effects of the Studio Set
The TONE EDIT screen appears.
Performance
Functions
Explanation
[3] (Chorus)
Edits the chorus settings.
[4] (Reverb)
Edits the reverb settings.

Specifies the output destination of the drum parts
compressor and equalizer.
[SHIFT] + [7]
(Master Comp)
[SHIFT] + [7] (IFX)
Explanation
[2] (MFX)
Edits the MFX (multi-effect) settings.

Edits the compressor and equalizer of the drum part.
[SHIFT] + [2]
(Comp+EQ)
Applies a final adjustment (compression) to the

overall sound of the studio set.
* When M.COMP/IFX Select is set to Master Comp.
Edits the insert effect settings.
* When M.COMP/IFX Select is set to IFX.
* This is valid only if the tone of the part specified by

Drum Comp+EQ Assign is either PCMD or SN-D.

MEMO
(PDF).
Sampler
* This can be edited only if the part 10 drum kit is

selected.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
[SHIFT] + [3]
(Comp+EQ Output) * This is valid only if the tone of the part specified by
Drum Comp+EQ Assign is either PCMD or SN-D.
Button
Editing
Button

MEMO

(PDF).
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
53
Editing the Effects
Editing the System Effects

Heres how to edit the system effects (effect applied to the entire
unit).

The SYSTEM EFFECTS screen appears.
Button
Explanation
[5] (Master EQ)
Edits the equalizer that is applied to the entire sound

engine of the FA.
[6] (TFX)
Edits the TFX (total effect) settings.
[SHIFT] + [4]
(Input)
Specifies the input volume from the AUDIO INPUT

jack.
[SHIFT] + [5] (NS)
Edits the noise suppressor settings.
[SHIFT] + [6]
(MIC Reverb)
Applies reverb to the microphone or other device

thats connected to the AUDIO INPUT jack.

MEMO
(PDF).
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Overview
Performing
Explains how to use the sequencer to play, record and edit songs.
Editing
Playing Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Performance
Functions
05: Sequencer (Creating Songs)
Recording the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Editing the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Saving/Exporting a Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Playing Songs
Selecting and Playing Songs
Setting the Tempo of the Song
Heres how to select and play a song.
Heres how to set the tempo of the song.
The SONG SELECT screen appears.
MEMO
desired interval (tap tempo). Press the button three or more
times at quarter-note intervals of the desired tempo.
2. Turn the dial to select a song.

3. Press the [7] (Load) button.
The specified tempo is saved in the song.
The song is selected.
5. Press the [
] button.
The song starts playing.
Button operations
Button
Explanation
Returns the song position to the beginning.
]
]
[
[
[
Rewinds the song.

Fast-forwards the song.
Stops the song.
MEMO
The screen shows information about the song.
Song number, song name
Current location measure-beattick
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Song status (playing/

recording/stopped)
Tempo
Time
signature
Playing Songs
Overview
Looping the Song Playback

You can make the song play repeatedly over a specified region
(loop playback).
1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [LOOP]

button.
Performing
Performance
Functions
The Loop window appears.
Editing
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)

Parameter
Value
Explanation
Start Point
001
Specifies the beginning measure of the

repeated region.
End Point
002
Specifies the end measure of the repeated

region.
Sampler
The location you specify here is not included in

the repeated region.
* You cant set this beyond the length of the song.

You can use buttons to perform the following operations.
Explanation
[4] (Set Start)
Sets the current measure of the song as the start

measure.
[5] (Set End)
Sets the current measure of the song as the end

measure.
Pads
Button
DAW
3. Press the [EXIT] button.

4. Press the [LOOP] button to make it light.
5. Play back the song.
The playback repeats in the region you specified.
Settings
6. To cancel loop playback, press the [LOOP] button once

again to make it go dark.
Appendix
57
Recording the Song

The FA provides the following two ways for you to record a song.
Recording method
Explanation
Realtime recording
Realtime recording is a method in which your

keyboard performance and controller operations are
recorded just as you perform them.
Step recording
Step recording is a method in which you can enter

notes and rests one by one. This method is typically
used when you need precise timing, such as when
entering notes for drums or bass.
Heres the workflow when recording a new song on this unit.
Prepare for Recording
Record the Song
Edit the Song
Save the Song
If you want to record a new song, select a blank song (INIT SONG).
Edit the studio set so that the tones you want to use for recording
are selected on each track (p. 44).
So that the tones you selected for recording are remembered, its a
good idea to save the studio set (p. 45).
The time signature is typically set to 4/4 time.

page 59
If you want to use any other time signature, set the desired time
signature (p. 73).
4: Specify the tempo of the song

page 63
Edit Performance Data for Entire Tracks (Track Modify) (p. 64)
Edit Individual Items of Performance Data (Microscope) (p. 68)
Adjust the Pan or Volume Balance (Mixer) (p. 72)

Select the song that you want to record (p. 56).
3: Specify the time signature of the song
Realtime Recording (p. 59)

Step Recording (p. 61)

1: Select the song that you want to record
* If you dont save the studio set at the time of recording, playback
will occur using the tones that were previously saved.
1: Select the song that you want to record

2: Select the tone that you want to record
3: Specify the time signature of the song
4: Specify the tempo of the song

Make the following preparations for recording.
2: Select the tone that you want to record
Recording Workflow

Prepare for Recording
page 74
Specify the tempo of the song (p. 56).
About the SEQUENCER screen

1
Save the Studio Set if necessary.

6
No.
Explanation
Page
Track types
MIDI
Records keyboard performance data.
Records pad performance data. One of the
PAD
tracks 116 can be used as the pad track.
Track number
Tone number, tone name
Mute and solo setting
Measure number
p. 63
Recorded data
* Note-off messages are not shown.
6
Note messages and other messages exist

Messages other than note messages exist
Note messages exist
MEMO
You can hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the
[7] (
) button to magnify the track settings display.
58
Recording the Song

Parameter
Value
Explanation
Quantize is a function that automatically corrects

inaccuracies in the timing at which you play the keyboard
or the pads, tightening-up the rhythmic accuracy.
Heres how to do realtime recording.
1. Prepare for recording (p. 58).

2. Press the [SEQUENCER] button.
You can apply the quantize function during realtime

recording. This setting specifies whether quantize will be
applied during recording.
Quantize is not applied during recording.
Grid quantize is applied during
recording. Use this when you need
accurate timing, such as for drums or
bass.
INPUT
QUANTIZE
Performing
OFF
Overview
Realtime Recording
GRID
Performance
Functions
The SEQUENCER screen appears.
3. Use the cursor [
][
you want to record.
4. Press the [
] buttons to select the track that

Shuffle quantize is applied during
recording. Use this when you want a
bouncy rhythm such as shuffle or swing.
SHUFFLE
] button.
Editing
Specifies the note timing value at which quantization is

applied.
RESOLUTION
] button blinks; the FA is in the record-standby condition.
The Realtime Rec Standby window appears.
STRENGTH
)1/4 (
)1/8 (
0100 %
This setting is used with grid quantize.

It specifies the degree to which your
notes are moved to precise intervals
of the note values specified by the
RESOLUTION setting. If this is set to
100 %, the notes that you record are
moved all the way to exact intervals of
the specified RESOLUTION. With lower
percentages, less correction is applied.
If this is set to 0 %, the timing is not
corrected at all.
Sampler
This setting is used with shuffle quantize.

If this is set to 50 %, the notes sound
at equal intervals. Raising the value
produces a bouncy feel as with dotted
notes.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
The [
GRID: 1/32 (
SHUFFLE: 1/16 (
Rate = 50 %
0100 %
50
5. Make settings for realtime recording.
90
Explanation
1 MEAS
When you press the [

] button, a
count begins from one measure before
the recording start location; recording
begins when the recording start location
is reached.
COUNT IN
WAIT NOTE
Recording begins when you press the

] button, or when you press a key,
[
press a pad, or press the hold pedal.
LOOP SWITCH OFF, ON

LOOP
LENGTH
001997
Specifies whether loop recording will
10
TEMPO REC
OFF, ON
RHY PTN
SYNC START
OFF, ON
If you want the tempo to change during

the song, record those tempo changes
in the tempo track (tempo recording). If
tempo changes were already recorded,
they are rewritten.
Specifies whether the currently selected
rhythm pattern is automatically played
and recorded (ON) or not recorded (OFF)
when recording starts.
MEMO
If youre using loop play ([LOOP] button lit), the starting
measure specified by Start Point is the recording start location.
If you press the [6] (Click) button, a click is heard at the specified
tempo. The click turns on/off each time you press the button.
(ON) or will not (OFF) occur.

Specifies the length (number of
measures) over which the loop will
repeat.
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Appendix
2 MEAS
When you press the [

] button, a
count begins from two measures before
the recording start location; recording
begins when the recording start location
is reached.
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Settings
Recording begins immediately when you

] button.
press the [
10
Specifies whether tempo changes are

(ON) or are not (OFF) recorded.
Selects the way in which recording is started.

OFF
50
DAW
Value
50
Rate = 90 %
Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter, and use the dial to
edit the value.
Parameter
50
Pads
RATE
Recording the Song

6. Press the [
] button or the [7] (Start) button.
Recording starts, and the Realtime Rec window appears.
Removing Unwanted Data During

Recording (Realtime Erase)
Realtime erase is a function that erases unwanted data during
realtime recording. This function is particularly useful during loop
recording, since it lets you erase data without stopping recording.
1. Start realtime recording (p. 59).

2. Press the [5] (Erase) button.
The Realtime Erase window appears.
MEMO
You can close the Realtime Rec window by pressing the [7]
(Close) button or the [ ] button.
To see it again, press the [
] button.
7. To stop recording, press the [

The [
] button.
] button goes dark, and recording ends.
MEMO
You can undo (cancel) the recorded result (p. 62).
Selecting the Performance Data to

Record (Recording Select)
You can select the performance data that is recorded by realtime
recording.
1. In the Realtime Rec Standby window (p. 59), press the [5]
(Rec Select) button.
The Recording Select window appears.
3. Erase unwanted data.

Operation
Explanation
Press the [5] (Erase SysEx) button.

Erase system
exclusive messages The data is erased while you hold down the button.
Erase all data
Press the [6] (Erase All) button.

The data is erased while you hold down the button.
Erase notes of a
specific key
Press the corresponding key.
Erase notes of a
specific range of
keys
Press the top and bottom key of the range.
The data is erased while you hold down the key.
The data is erased while you hold down the keys.
4. Press the [7] (Close) button.

The Realtime Erase window closes.
Auditioning Sounds or Phrases During

Recording (Rehearsal Function)
Items with a check mark (

mark are not recorded.
) are recorded; items without a check
For details on the recorded data, refer to Performance data in a

track (p.68).
Button
Explanation
[3] (AllTrack Off)
Clears check marks from all tracks.
[4] (AllTrack On)
Applies check marks to all tracks.
[5] (AllEvent Off)
Clears check marks from all event types.
[6] (AllEventk On)
Applies check marks to all event types.
3. Press the [7] (Exit) button.

The Recording Select window closes.
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During realtime recording, you can use the rehearsal function to

temporarily prevent recording from occurring. When youre using
loop recording, this gives you a convenient way to practice the next
phrase you intend to play, before actually recording it.
1. Start realtime recording (p. 59).

2. Press the [6] (Rehearsal) button or the [
] button.
The [REC] indicator blinks, indicating that the rehearsal function is

active. In this state, notes you play are not recorded.
3. Press the [6] (Rehearsal) button or the [

Recording resumes.
] button.
Recording the Song

7. Press the [7] (Start) button.
Step Recording
Overview
The STEP RECORDING screen appears.
Heres how to record using step recording.
1. Prepare for recording (p. 58).

2. Press the [SEQUENCER] button.
Performing
3. Use the cursor [
][
you want to record.
] buttons to select the track that
4. In the SEQUENCER screen (p. 59), press the [
] button.
Performance
Functions
8. Make settings for the notes that you want to enter.

edit the value.
Parameter
NOTE TYPE
Explanation
1/64 (
Specifies the length of the notes you

want to enter, as a note value symbol. The
note type is the length from one note-on
to the next note-on.
2/1 (
)
)
Specifies the gate time as a proportion of

the note type.
GATE TIME
1100 %
The Realtime Rec Standby window appears.

INPUT VELO
REAL, 1127
Specifies the force with which the key is

played. If you want the velocity of your
actual keystroke to be used, choose
REAL.
9. Enter notes.
Sampler
Otherwise specify the desired velocity,

using p (piano) = 60, mf (mezzo forte)
= 90, and f (forte) = 120 as approximate
guidelines.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
The [ ] button blinks; the sequencer is in record standby

condition.
The gate time is the length from note-on

to note-off. Use a low value to produce
staccato, or a high value to produce
tenuto or slurs. Normally youll use a
setting of approximately 80 %.
Editing
Value
1. Press the [6] ( Step) button or the [7] (Step ) button to

move to the location at which you want to enter a note.
2. Play a note on the keyboard or press a pad.
The Step Rec Standby window appears.
You can use buttons to perform the following operations.

Button
Explanation
[2] (Step Back)
Cancels the previously-entered note.
[3] (Tie)
Extends the length of the previously-entered note by

the current note type setting (tie).
[4] (Rest)
Enters a rest. Set the note type to the length of the

rest that you want to enter.
[5] (Untie)
Cancels the previously-entered tie.

)
Moves the input location backward by the length of

the current note type.
[7] (Step
Moves the input location forward by the length of

the current note type.
][
Settings
[6] (Step
DAW
6. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to specify the start
Pads
5. Press the [4] (Step Rec) button.
Shift the displayed pitch range up or down.
location for step recording.
Appendix
* If the song contains no recorded data at all, you cant specify the
start location.
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Recording the Song

10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 as necessary.
11. To stop recording, press the [ ] button.
The [
] button goes dark, and step recording ends.
MEMO
You can undo (cancel) the recorded result (p. 62).
How note value and gate time are related

The following table shows how note value and gate time are
related.
On the FAs sequencer, the TPQN (ticks per quarter note)
resolution is 480.
This means that a quarter note has a gate time of 480 ticks.
Note
Gate time
Note
Gate time
30
240
40
320
45
360
60
480
80
640
90
720
120
960
160
1920
180
3840
MEMO
The gate time that is recorded during step recording is
the original gate time value multiplied by the GATE TIME
value. For example if GATE TIME is set to 80 % and you
enter a quarter note, the gate time is 480 x 0.8 = 384.
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Canceling a Recording or Edit (Undo/

Redo)
You can cancel a recording or editing operation to return to the
previous state (Undo). You can also cancel an Undo operation
(Redo).
Returning to the previous state (Undo)

1. In the SEQUENCER screen (p. 59), hold down the [SHIFT]
button and press the [6] (Undo) button.
The Undo operation is executed, cancelling the recording or editing

operation that you just performed.
Cancelling the Undo operation (Redo)

button and press the [6] (Redo) button.
The Redo operation is performed, cancelling the Undo operation

that you just performed.
Editing the Song

Heres how to edit a song that you recorded.
1. Access the SEQUENCER screen (p. 59).

2. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to SOLO of
the track that you want to solo.
Performing
You can specify the output destination of each track. This lets you
play back a song using an external sound module in addition to the
FAs internal sound engine.
When playing back a song, heres how you can listen to the current
part (the currently selected part) by itself.
Overview
Specifying the Sound Engine Played

by Each Track
Sounding One Part by Itself (SOLO)
button and press the [3] (Song Util) button.
Performance
Functions
2. Move the cursor to Track Settings and press the [7]

(Select) button.
3. Use the cursor [

the settings.
][
] buttons and the dial to change
Explanation
INT
The internal sound engine of the FA is played.
EXT
An external sound module connected to the MIDI

OUT connector is played.
BOTH
Both the internal sound engine and the external

sound module are played.
OFF
The track does not output data.
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to turn Solo on/off.
MEMO
Editing
Value
You can use the pads to turn Solo on/off (p. 84).
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
4. Press the [7] (Exit) button.
Muting a Parts Performance (MUTE)
Sampler
When playing a song, you can mute (silence) the performance of a

specific part.
1. Access the SEQUENCER screen (p. 59).

2. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to MUTE of
the track that you want to mute.
Pads
DAW
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to turn Mute on/
off.
Settings
MEMO
You can use the pads to turn Mute on/off (p. 84).
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Editing the Song
Edit Performance Data for Entire Tracks (Track Modify)

Basic Procedure for Track Modify
Use the Track Modify functions to edit the performance data in specified regions of measures.
1. In the SEQUENCER screen (p. 59), hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [4] (Track Modify) button.
The TRACK MODIFY MENU window appears.
2. Use the cursor buttons to select an item, and press the [ENTER] button.
3. Use the cursor buttons to select a parameter, and use the dial to change the setting.

The edit operation is executed.
MEMO
You can undo (cancel) the result of editing (p. 62).
Item
Parameter
Value
Explanation
Correcting the Songs Timing (Quantize)

This function quantizes an already-recorded song.
MEMO
Quantize corrects only the timing at which you press a key (note-on) and the timing at which you release a key (note-off ); it does not correct the timing
of other performance data. This means that you may experience unintended results if performance data such as pitch bend or modulation is shifted
away from the notes to which it originally applied.
Specifies the track(s) that will be quantized.
TRACK
MEASURE
Track All
Tracks 116
Track1Track16
The specified track
001END
Specifies the range of measures that will be quantized.
Specifies how quantization will occur.
Quantize
QUANTIZE TYPE
Grid quantization is applied during editing.

Use this when you want accurate timing,
such as for drums or bass.
GRID
Shuffle quantization is applied during editing. Use this when you want to give the rhythm a sense of shuffle
or swing.
SHUFFLE
Specifies the quantization timing as a note value.

GRID: 1/32 (
Resolution
)1/4 (
SHUFFLE: 1/16 (
)1/8 (
If youre using grid quantize, choose the shortest note value that occurs in the region that youre quantizing.
* If you apply shuffle quantize to performance data that has significant discrepancies in timing, you might not obtain the result you
expect. In this case, first apply grid quantize to the original performance data so that it is aligned according to the musical score,
and then apply shuffle quantize to obtain the desired effect.
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For details on the basic procedure for Track

Modify functions, refer to p. 64.
Item
Parameter
Value
Editing the Song

Explanation
0100 %
Rate
%, notes will sound at equal spacing. As this value is increased, you

obtain a bouncy effect as with dotted notes.
Quantize
If this is set to 100 %, notes will be moved all the way to precise intervals of the Grid Resolution timing.
With lower values, less timing correction is applied to the notes. With a setting of 0 %, no timing
correction is applied.
Rate = 50 %
Rate = 90 %
Use this setting when applying shuffle quantize. If this is set to 50
50
50
50
50
90
10
90
10
RANGE MIN, RANGE

Specify the range of notes that are quantized.
MAX
Performing
Strength
Overview
Use this setting when applying grid quantize. It specifies how greatly the notes will be moved toward
intervals of the note value specified by Grid Resolution.
Erasing Unwanted Performance Data (Erase)
Performance
Functions
This function erases all performance data from the specified region. Since the erased performance data is replaced by rests, the measures themselves
remain.
Specifies the track(s) from which data is erased.
TRACK
Tracks 116 and the tempo track
Track1Track16
The specified track
Tempo
The tempo track
001END
Specifies the region of measures from which data is erased.
Editing
MEASURE
Track All
Selects the performance data that is erased.

* Tempo can be selected only if TRACK is set to Tempo.
EVENT
All performance data
Note
Note messages
Program Change
Program change messages
Control Change
Control change messages
Pitch Bend
Pitch bend messages

Polyphonic aftertouch
Channel Aftertouch
Channel aftertouch messages
System Exclusive
System aftertouch messages
Tempo
Tempo data
If EVENT is set to Note, Poly Aftertouch, Control Change, or Program Change, you can specify the range of values. Range
Min specifies the minimum value of the range, and Range Max specifies the maximum value of the range.
Sampler
Poly Aftertouch
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Erase
ALL
MEMO
Range Min, Range
Max
If you want to erase all controller numbers, set Range Min to 0 and Range Max to 127. If you want to erase all program
numbers, set Range Min to 1 and Range Max to 128. If you want to erase number 4, set both Range Min and Range Max to
4. If you want to erase numbers 3 through 14, set Range Min to 3 and Range Max to 14.
Pads
If you want to erase all notes or all polyphonic aftertouch data, set Range Min to C1 and Range Max to G9. If you want to erase
C4, set both Range Min and Range Max to C4. If you want to erase from C3 through C4, set Range Min to C3 and Range
Max to C4.
Deleting Unwanted Measures (Delete)

Specifies the track(s) from which measures are deleted.
Delete
TRACK
Tracks 116, the time signature track, and the tempo track
Track1Track16
The specified track
Tempo
The tempo track
001END
Specifies the range of measures that are deleted.
Settings
MEASURE
Track All
DAW
This function deletes the performance data from the specified region, moving subsequent measures toward the beginning of the song to close the gap.
The length of the song is shortened according to the number of measures in the deleted region.
Copying Performance Data (Copy)

This function copies the performance data of the specified region. This is convenient when you want to use a certain phrase repeatedly.
Specifies the copy-source track(s).
Copy
SRC MEASURE
ALL
Track1Track16
The specified track
TEMPO
The tempo track
001END
Specifies the region of copy-source measures.
Appendix
SRC TRACK
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Editing the Song

Item
Parameter
Value
Explanation
Specifies the copy-destination track.
MEMO
If SRC TRACK is set to Track All, the DEST TRACK is fixed at Track All.
DEST TRACK
Copy
DEST MEASURE
If SRC TRACK is set to Tempo, the DEST TRACK is fixed at Tempo.

Track All
Track1Track16
The specified track
Tempo
The tempo track
001END
Specifies the beginning measure of the copy-destination.

If you want the copy-destination to follow the last measure of the song, set this to END.
Specifies whether you want the performance data at the copy-destination to be preserved.
MIX
The copied data is combined with the performance data currently existing at the copy-destination.
REPLACE
The performance data currently existing at the copy-destination is erased, and replaced by the copied data.
COPY TIMES
1998 (maximum)
Specifies the number of times that the data is copied.
EVENT
Selects the performance data that is copied. For details, refer to EVENT (p.65).
Range Min, Range

Max
For details, refer to Range Min, Range Max (p.65).
COPY MODE
Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)

This function inserts new, blank measures at the specified location. Since you can specify the time signature of the blank measures that are inserted, this is
a convenient way to insert phrases of an alternate time signature in the middle of a song.
Specifies the track(s) into which blank measures are inserted.
Insert
Track All
Track1Track16
The specified track
Tempo
The tempo track
MEASURE
001END
Specifies the starting measure at which the measures are inserted.
LENGTH
001ALL
Specifies the length of measures at which the measures are inserted.
TRACK
Transposing (Transpose)
This function transposes the notes of the specified region in a range of 24 semitones. Use this if you want to change key during the song, or to transpose
the entire song.
Transpose
Specifies the track(s) that will be transposed.

TRACK
Track All
Tracks 116 (Track 10 is not transposed.)
Track1Track16
The specified track
MEASURE
001END
Specifies the range of measures that are transposed.
NOTE MIN, NOTE

MAX
Specify the range of notes that are transposed.

For example if you want to transpose notes in the range of C3 through C4, set NOTE MIN to C3 and NOTE MAX to C4.
Changing the Velocity (Change Velocity)

This function changes the keyboard dynamics (velocity) in the specified region.
Specifies the track(s) in which velocity is changed.
Change
Velocity
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TRACK
Track All
Tracks 116
Track1Track16
The specified track
MEASURE
001END
Specifies the range of measures in which velocity is changed.
VALUE
-99+99
Specifies the amount by which the recorded velocity is changed.
NOTE MIN, NOTE

MAX
Specifies the range of notes whose velocity is changed.

For example if you want to change the velocity of notes in the range of C3 through C4, set NOTE MIN to C3 and NOTE MAX to C4.

Item
Parameter
Value
Editing the Song

Explanation
Overview
Changing the Duration of the Notes (Change Duration)

This function changes the duration (the time from note-on to note-off ) of the notes in the specified region. You can use this conversion to give the
performance a more staccato or tenuto feel.
Specifies the track(s) in which the note duration is changed.
TRACK
Track All
Tracks 116
Track1Track16
The specified track
MEASURE
001END
Specifies the range of measures in which the note duration is changed.
VALUE
-960+960
Specifies the amount by which the note duration is changed.
Specifies the range of pitches whose note duration is changed.

For example if you want to change the duration of notes in the range of C3 through C4, set NOTE MIN to C3 and NOTE MAX to
C4.
Moving Performance Data Forward or Backward (Shift Clock)

This function moves the timing of performance data in the specified region forward or backward in units of ticks. By slightly moving the performance data
you can give the performance a rushing or dragging feel.
Specifies the track(s) that are moved.

Shift Clock
TRACK
Track All
Tracks 116 and the tempo track
Track1Track16
The specified track

The tempo track
001END
Specifies the region of measures in which the performance data is shifted in units of ticks.
VALUE
-960+960
Specifies the number of ticks by which the data is shifted.
EVENT
Selects the performance data that is shifted. For details, refer to EVENT (p.65).
Range Min, Range

Max
For details, refer to Range Min, Range Max (p.65).
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Tempo
MEASURE
Editing
* If the Shift Clock function would cause data to be moved beyond the beginning of the song, such data is moved to the beginning of the song. If this
function causes data to be moved beyond the end of the song, the necessary number of measures are added. The added measures have the same time
signature as the immediately preceding measure.
Performance
Functions
NOTE MIN, NOTE

MAX
Performing
Change
Duration
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
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Editing the Song

Other controllers
Editing Individual Events of

Performance Data (Microscope)
Microscope lets you edit individual events of performance data,
such as the MIDI messages or tempo data recorded in a song.
Controller
Explanation
Cursor
Selects the performance data or parameter to edit.
Dial
[DEC] [INC]
[ENTER]
button and press the [5] (Microscope) button.
Edits the value.

Transmits the selected performance data. In the case
of a note message, the note is sounded.
The MICROSCOPE screen appears.
Performance data in a track
MEMO
You can Undo (cancel) the result of your editing (p. 62).
A track can record the following performance data.
About the MICROSCOPE screen
Performance data
Explanation
Note messages
Note
These MIDI messages represent musical notes. From

the left, the parameters are the note number that
indicates the name of the note (Note Number), the
on-velocity that specifies the force with which the
key is struck (On Velocity), the duration that specifies
the length of the note (Duration), and the off-velocity
that specifies how quickly the key was released (Off
Velocity).
Program change messages
Program Change
These MIDI messages switch sounds. Specify the

program number (PC#) to select a sound.
Control change messages
Control Change
No.
1
Explanation
Pitch bend messages
Location of the performance data

Pitch Bend
(Measure (Meas) Beat (Beat) Tick (Tick))
Performance data
Data for the parameter at the cursor location
Poly Aftertouch
Explanation
Page
[2] (Create)
Inserts data.
p. 69
[3] (Erase)
Erases data.
p. 69
[4] (Move)
Moves data.
p. 70
[5] (Copy)
Copies data.
[6] (Paste)
Pastes previously-copied data.
[7] (View)
Selects the track to edit. You can also

choose to view only specific performance
data.
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Switches the piano-roll display type.
These MIDI messages apply aftertouch to individual

keys. From the left, the parameters are the note
number that specifies the key (Note Number), and
the value that specifies how deeply aftertouch is
applied (Value).
Channel aftertouch messages
Button
[7] (
These MIDI messages vary the pitch. The value

(Value) specifies the amount of pitch change.
Polyphonic aftertouch
Function button operations
[SHIFT] +
These MIDI messages apply various effects such

as modulation and expression. Use the controller
number (CC#) to select the function, and specify how
deeply it will apply (Value).
Channel Aftertouch These MIDI messages apply aftertouch to an entire

MIDI channel. The value (Value) specifies how deeply
aftertouch is applied.
System exclusive messages
System Exclusive
p. 70
These MIDI messages control settings that are unique

to the FA, such as sound and tonal character. Insert
the data between F0 and F7.
Tempo change
Tempo Change
p. 69
This is tempo data recorded in the tempo track. The

song plays back according to these tempo change
values (Value).
Time signature
Time Signature
This is time signature data recorded in the time

signature track.
Editing the Song
Heres how you can select the track to edit, and view just the
performance data that you want to see.
button.
Heres how to insert new performance data at a desired location in

the track.
1. In the MICROSCOPE screen (p. 68), press the [2] (Create)

button.
The Create Event window appears.
Performing
1. In the MICROSCOPE screen (p. 68), press the [7] (View)
Inserting Performance Data (Create)
Overview
Selecting the Track to Edit / Viewing

Specific Performance Data (View)
The View Select window appears.
Performance
Functions
2. Use the cursor [

dial to edit the setting.
Selecting the track to edit
Viewing specific performance data

Types of data with a check mark (
) are shown; clear the check
mark for data types that you dont want to see.
For more about performance data, refer to Performance data in
a track (p.68).
Explanation
[5] (All Off)
Clears check marks from all types.
[6] (All On)
Applies check marks to all types.
3. Press the [7] (Close) button.

The View Select window closes.
For more about performance data, refer to Performance data

in a track (p.68).
System Exclusive data can be inserted only into track 1.

The performance data is inserted.
4. Edit the values of the performance data.
Erasing Performance Data (Erase)

Heres how to erase a specific item of performance data.
* You cant erase the time signature thats at the beginning of the
time signature track.
performance data that you want to erase.
Pads
1. Access the MICROSCOPE screen (p. 68).

2. Use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to the
Sampler
Button
MEMO
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Move the cursor to Track Select, and select the track that you
want to edit.
Editing
] [ ] buttons to select the

performance data that you want to insert.
3. Press the [3] (Erase) button.

The performance data is erased.
DAW
Settings
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Editing the Song
Moving Performance Data (Move)

Heres how to move a specific item of performance data.
* You cant move data in the tempo track or the time signature
track.

performance data that you want to move.
MEMO
If you want to move multiple items of performance data, hold
down the [SHIFT] button and use the cursor [ ] [ ] buttons.
3. Press the [4] (Move) button.

The Move Event window appears.
Copying/Pasting Performance Data

(Copy/Paste)
Heres how to copy and paste performance data to a specified
location. This is convenient when you want to use the same
performance data several times.
* You cant copy data of the tempo track or time signature track.

performance data that you want to copy.
3. Press the [5] (Copy) button.

The performance data is copied.
4. Press the [6] (Paste) button.

The Paste Event window appears.
4. Specify the move-destination location.

Move the cursor to the value that you want to edit, and use the dial
to edit the value.

The performance data is moved.
5. Specify the copy-destination location.

to edit the value.

The performance data is pasted.
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Editing the Song
If you want the tempo to change during a song, you can insert new
tempo change data into the tempo track. Following the location at
which you insert the tempo change, the song plays at that tempo.
MEMO
1. Select the tempo track (p. 69).

2. Press the [2] (Create) button.
* You cant change the time signature in the middle of a measure.

You must change the time signature at the beginning of a
measure.
1. Select the time signature track (p. 69).

2. Press the [2] (Create) button.
The Create Event window appears, and Time Signature is
selected.
Performance
Functions
The Create Event window appears, and Tempo Change is

selected.
If you want the time signature to change during a song, you can
insert a new time signature. Following the location at which you
insert the time signature, the song plays at that time signature.
Performing
If you want to change the tempo gradually to create a

ritardando or accelerando, it is convenient to use tempo
recording (p. 59).
Changing the Time Signature During a

Song
Overview
Changing the Tempo During a Song
Editing
to edit the value.

6. Edit the tempo change value.
to edit the value.

The time signature is inserted.
Sampler
A tempo change is inserted.

4. Specify the insert-destination location.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)

4. Specify the insert-destination location.
6. Edit the time signature value.
Pads
DAW
Settings
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71
Editing the Song
Adjusting the Pan and Volume

Balance (Mixer)
Erasing the Song in the Temporary

Area (Song Clear)
In the MIXER screen you can adjust the songs pan and volume
balance for each track.
* The parameters that you edit in the MIXER screen are saved in
the studio set. If you want to keep the changes you make in the
MIXER screen, save the studio set (p. 45).
Heres how to erase the performance data thats in the temporary

area (p. 14).

button and press the [3] (Song Util) button.
The SONG UTIL MENU window appears.
button and press the [2] (Mixer) button.

The MIXER screen appears.
MEMO
You can also access the MIXER screen by holding down the
[SHIFT] button and pressing the [SEQUENCER] button.

About the MIXER screen
2. Move the cursor to Song Clear, and press the [7] (Select)
button.

1
2
The performance data is erased.
3
4
Assigning a Name to the Song (Song

Name)
5
6
Heres how you can assign a name to the song.

No.
Explanation
Page
Part number
Mute and solo settings
p. 63
Chorus (Chorus Send Level) setting
p. 52
Reverb (Reverb Send Level) setting
p. 52
Pan setting
p. 44
Volume (Level) setting
p. 44
1. Access the SONG UTIL MENU window.

2. Move the cursor to Song Name and press the [7]
(Select) button.
The SONG NAME window appears.
3. Specify the desired name (p. 45).

MEMO
If you want to keep the song, save it on an SD card (p. 74).
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Editing the Song
Heres how to specify the time signature of the song.
Heres how to delete a previously-saved song.

The SONG SELECT window appears.
Performing
1. Access the SONG UTIL MENU window (p. 72).

2. Move the cursor to Time Signature, and press the [7]
Deleting a Song (Delete Song)
Overview
Specifying the Songs Time Signature

(Time Signature)
(Select) button.
The Time Signature window appears.
Performance
Functions
Editing
2. Turn the dial to select the song that you want to delete.
3. Press the [2] (Delete Song) button.
3. Use the cursor buttons and the dial to specify the time
signature.
MEMO
You can also change the time signature during the song (p. 71).
MEMO
If the song contains sample data, the Delete Song Menu
window appears.
Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the data that
you want to delete, and press the [7] (Select) button.
Parameter
Explanation
Song Only
Deletes only the song data.
Song With Sample
Deletes the song and sample data.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler

The song is deleted.
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
73
Saving/Exporting a Song
Save the Song
A song that you record is temporary. It disappears if you turn off the
power or select another song. If you want to keep a song that you
record, save the song to an SD card.
NOTE
When you execute the Save operation, any existing data in the
save-destination is overwritten.
In addition to the performance data, a song also contains
information about the studio set. This means that the song
playback is affected if you edit the studio set or the tones that
are used by a song.
Exporting Tracks as Individual WAV

Format Files (Multi-track Export)
You can export all tracks as individual WAV format files in a single
operation.
* The pad track is not exported.

2. Move the cursor to Export Song and press the [7]
(Select) button.
The SONG EXPORT MENU window appears.
The WRITE MENU screen appears.
MEMO
2. Move the cursor to Song and press the [7] (Select)

button.
The SAVE SONG window appears.
You can also access the SONG EXPORT MENU window from the
UTILITY screen (p. 94).
3. Move the cursor to WAV (Multitrack) and press the [7]

(Select) button.
The EXPORT WAV (MULTI TRACK) window appears.
3. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to specify the

save-destination.
MEMO
If you want to save the song and samples together, add a check
mark to Save with sample.

song (p. 45).
5. Press the [7] (Save) button.


The song is saved.
* If the song contains numerous samples, it may take several
minutes for saving to be completed.
4. Specify the POST EXPORT TIME as desired.

Value
Explanation
030 sec
In some cases, the reverberant decay at the end of

the exported WAV files might be cut off. If so, increase
this value so that the decay will not be cut off.

file (p. 45).


The song plays back, and export begins.
The exported WAV files are saved in the SD cards EXPORT TRACK
folder.
* If there is an identically-named file in the export-destination,
a message asks Overwrite? Press the [6] (OK) button if you
want to overwrite, or press the [7] (Cancel) button if you decide
to cancel.
NOTE
Never turn off the power while the export is in progress.
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You can export a two-channel (stereo) mix in WAV format.

* The pad track is not exported.
(Select) button.
3. Move the cursor to WAV (STEREO MIX) and press the [7]
Heres how to export the song in SMF format.

(Select) button.
Performing

Exporting the Song in SMF Format
Overview
Exporting a Two-Channel Mix in WAV

Format
3. Move the cursor to SMF and press the [7] (Select)

button.
The EXPORT SMF window appears.
Performance
Functions
(Select) button.
The EXPORT WAV (STEREO MIX) window appears.
Editing

file (p. 45).
Value
Explanation
030 sec
In some cases, the reverberant decay at the end of

the exported WAV files might be cut off. If so, increase
this value so that the decay will not be cut off.
file (p. 45).

The song plays back, and export begins.

The exported WAV files are saved in the SD cards EXPORT STEREO
MIX folder.

The exported SMF file is saved in the SD cards EXPORT SMF
folder.
to cancel.
NOTE
MEMO
DAW

to cancel.
Pads
Sampler
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
4. Specify the POST EXPORT TIME as desired.
NOTE
Settings
MEMO
Appendix
75
Exporting Samples in WAV Format

You can export all samples of the song in WAV format.

(Select) button.
3. Move the cursor to All Samples and press the [7]

(Select) button.


The exported WAV files are saved in the SD cards EXPORT
SAMPLE folder.
Importing an SMF as a Song

You can import an SMF into a song, and handle the imported SMF
as a song.
MEMO
Before you continue, copy the SMF from your computer into the
A maximum of 200 files in the IMPORT folder can be
recognized.

2. Move the cursor to Import SMF and press the [7]
(Select) button.
The SONG IMPORT screen appears.

to cancel.
NOTE
MEMO
You can export samples individually (p. 82).
MEMO
You can press the [6] (Preview) button to audition the selected
SMF.
SMF that you want to import, and press the [7] (Import)
button.

The SMF is imported.
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Overview
Performing
Explains sampling and sample editing.
Editing
Playing Samples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Performance
Functions
06: Sampler
Sampling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Editing a Sample. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Playing Samples
Selecting/Playing Samples
You can play samples by pressing the pads. The FA lets you assign
samples to the 16 pads and play them.
1. Press a pad [1][16].
Switching Banks
A bank is a set of 16 samples assigned to the pads. The FA provides
four banks: 14.
1. Press the [BANK] button.
The PAD BANK screen appears.
The sample plays.

That pad blinks while the sample plays.
MEMO
You can press multiple pads simultaneously to make them play.
You can use the pads to enter numeric values or select parts, or
you can assign other functions to the pads (p. 84).
Making samples continue playing (Hold)

1. While pressing a pad, press the [HOLD] button.
The sample continues playing even when you release the pad.
To stop the sample, press the pad again.
If you experience stuck notes!

Press the [HOLD] button four times in rapid succession. This
stops all sounds that are being played by the pads.
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2. Press a pad [1][4] to select a bank.
Sampling
Keyboard performance
5. Adjust the sampling volume.

Adjust the volume as high as possible without letting the level
meter reach full scale.
Input from the AUDIO INPUT jack (audio device, mic, guitar)
Overview
The FA can sample the following sounds. Samples that youve

recorded can be played back using the pads.
Level meter
Input from the USB COMPUTER port (USB audio)

MEMO
Performing
The sample data is saved on an SD card (within the song data).
Sampling Procedure
1. To the AUDIO INPUT jack, connect the device (audio
device, mic, etc.) that you want to sample (p. 8).
2. Press the [SAMPLING] button to make it light.
Jack/Port
Explanation
LINE jack
Adjust the level on your audio device.
GUITAR/MIC jack
Adjust the rear panel [LEVEL] knob.
USB COMPUTER
port
Adjust the level on your computer.
Performance
Functions
Preparing for sampling
Editing
MEMO
Pads that dont contain samples are blinking.
NOTE
If you record to a pad that already contains a sample, the
existing sample is overwritten.
The SAMPLING STANDBY screen appears.

MEMO
You can also press the [BANK] button and select a pad in a
different bank.
Parameter
Sound input from the AUDIO INPUT jack

Sound input from the USB COMPUTER port
MEMO
Choose MONO if youre sampling in

monaural, such as from a microphone
or guitar.
Choose STEREO if youre sampling in
stereo, such as from an audio device.
AUTO TRIGGER
015
LEVEL
If Auto Trig is ON, sampling starts when

a signal that exceeds this setting is input.
Auto Trig
If this is ON, sampling starts when a

signal that exceeds the AUTO TRIGGER
LEVEL setting is input.
OFF, ON
If USB Audio Input Destination is set to TFX, the

input from the USB COMPUTER port is processed
by the TFX and the result is sampled. For details,
refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
Sound input from the AUDIO INPUT jack
Sound input from the USB COMPUTER port
Start sampling
7. Produce sound on the device thats connected to the FA,
and press the [7] (Start) button when you want to start
sampling.
During sampling, the screen indicates NOW SAMPLING!
MEMO
If in step 6 you turned Auto Trig ON, sampling starts when the
input signal exceeds the level specified by AUTO TRIGGER LEVEL.
8. To stop sampling, press the [6] (Stop) button.

Sampling stops, and the sample is saved to the destination pad that
you specified.
Settings
INPUT
MONO,
STEREO
Explanation
DAW
KBD
STEREO SW
Value
Sound to be sampled
KBD+INPUT
Parameter
Pads
4. Turn the dial to select the desired sampling mode.
edit the setting.
Sampler
3. Press the sampling-destination pad to make it light.
6. Make settings for sampling.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
If the volume is insufficient, or if youre unable to adjust the

volume successfully, refer to Setting the Input Volume (Input
Setting) (p.80).
Appendix
79
Sampling
Setting the Input Volume (Input

Setting)
Heres how to set the input volume for the device thats connected
to the AUDIO INPUT jack or the USB COMPUTER port.
1. In the SAMPLING STANDBY screen (p. 79), press the [2]

(Input Setting) button.
Moving/Copying a Sample (Clip

Board)
You can move or copy a sample to another pad.
Moving a Sample
1. While holding down the pad that contains the sample you
want to move, press the [CLIP BOARD] button.

dial to change the setting.
Tab
Parameter
Value
Audio Input
Audio Input Level
0127
USB Audio
USB Audio Input Level
0127
MEMO
You can also access the SYSTEM EFFECTS screen from the
EFFECTS EDIT screen (p. 52).
2. While holding down the [CLIP BOARD] button, press the

move-destination pad.
The sample is moved.
* If the move-destination pad contains a sample, the message
Overwrite? appears. If you want to overwrite, press the [6]
(OK) button; if you decide to cancel, press the [7] (Cancel)
button.
Copying a Sample
1. While holding down the [SHIFT] button and the pad that
contains the sample you want to copy, press the [CLIP
BOARD] button.
2. While holding down the [CLIP BOARD] button, press the

copy-destination pad.
The sample is copied.
* If the copy-destination pad contains a sample, the message
Overwrite? appears. If you want to overwrite, press the [6]
(OK) button; if you decide to cancel, press the [7] (Cancel)
button.
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Editing a Sample
5. Press the [7] (EXIT) button.
Heres how to edit a sample.
Editing Procedure
Overview
The sample is saved.

MEMO
The sample is saved when you exit the SAMPLE EDIT screen.
1. Press the [PAD UTILITY] button.
Renaming the Sample (Rename)
Performing
The SAMPLE PAD screen appears.
Heres how to change the name of the sample.
1. In the SAMPLE EDIT screen, press the [2] (Rename)

button.
The SAMPLE EDIT screen appears.
Cutting Unwanted Regions from the

Sample (Truncate)
Heres how you can cut unwanted regions from the beginning and
end of the sample by specifying the desired portion (start point and
end point).
Region that will play
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Start point
End point
Sampler

dial to change the setting.
Parameter
START POINT
END POINT
([2] knob)
000000000
This is the playback start point. Adjust

this to skip any unwanted portion
of the waveform at the beginning of
the sample, so that the desired sound
plays immediately.
000001000
This is the playback end point. Adjust

this to omit any unwanted portion
of the waveform at the end of the
sample, so that it does not play.
* The distance between the start
point and the end point cannot be
999 or less.
x1x128
Changes the vertical zoom (the

amplitude axis of the waveform).
GATE
OFF, ON
Specifies whether the sample will stop

playing when you release the pad
(ON) or will continue playing even
after you release the pad (OFF).
LOOP
OFF, ON
Specifies whether the sample will (ON)

or will not (OFF) play as a loop.
0127
Adjusts the volume of the sample.
ZOOM VERT
([4] knob)
LEVEL
([6] knob)
Specifies whether the effect will (ON)

or will not (OFF) be applied to the
sample.
EFFECT SW
OFF, ON


The Truncate operation is executed.
Deleting a Sample (Delete)

Heres how to delete a sample.

2. Press a pad to select the sample that you want to delete.
3. Press the [4] (Sample Delete) button.

The sample is deleted.
MEMO
You can also delete a sample from the SAMPLE EDIT screen (p. 81)
by using the [4] (Sample Utility) button.
MEMO
You can apply Master Comp, Master
EQ, and TFX to the sample.
81
Appendix
Changes the horizontal zoom (the

time axis of the waveform).
button.
Settings
1/11/65536
([3] knob)
1. In the SAMPLE EDIT screen, press the [3] (Truncate)
DAW
ZOOM HORZ
Explanation
Pads
([1] knob)
Value
Editing
2. Press a pad to select the sample that you want to edit.

3. Press the [2] (Sample Edit) button.
Performance
Functions
2. Assign a name to the sample (p. 45).
Editing a Sample
Zooming the Sample Display (Zoom)

You can change the magnification at which the sample is displayed.
Importing an Audio File (Sample Import)

You can import an audio file and play it as one of the FAs samples.
1. In the SAMPLE EDIT screen (p. 81), press the [5] (Zoom)
1. Before you continue, place the audio file to be imported in
2. Use the cursor buttons to change the display zoom.

3. Press the [5] (Sample Import) button.
4. Use the dial or the [DEC] [INC] buttons to select the audio
button.
Auditioning the Edited Result (Preview)

Heres how to audition the result of your sample editing.
1. In the SAMPLE EDIT screen (p. 81), press the [6] (Preview)
button.
The sample plays.
Exporting the Sample in WAV Format

(Export Sample)
Heres how to export the sample in WAV format.
1. In the SAMPLE EDIT screen (p. 81), press the [4] (Sample
Utility) button.
2. Move the cursor to Export Sample (WAV), and press the

[7] (Select) button.


The exported WAV file is saved in the SD cards EXPORT SAMPLE
folder.
to cancel.
NOTE
the IMPORT folder of the SD card.
file that you want to import, and press the [7] (Select)
button.
MEMO
By pressing the [4] (Auto Import) button you can import

samples to multiple vacant pads in a single operation. Proceed
to step 6. If there are no vacant pads, importing is not possible.
You can change the import-source folder.
Press the [2] (Folder) button to access the Change Folder
window. When you select the import-source folder, the files in
the selected folder are shown in the SAMPLE IMPORT screen.
5. Press a pad to select the import-destination pad.


The WAV file is imported.
Audio files that can be imported

WAV/AIFF
Sampling frequency
44.1/48/96 kHz
Bit rate
8/16/24 bit
Format
MPEG-1 audio layer 3
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
MP3
64/80/96/112/128/160/192/
Bit rate
224/256/320 kbps,
VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
Never turn off the power while data is being exported.

MEMO
You can export all samples of the song in a single operation (p.
76).
If you execute Truncate before you export, the WAV between the
start point and end point is exported.
Switching the Sample Information

Display (Change Information)
You can switch the sample information that is shown in the SAMPLE
PAD screen.
1. In the SAMPLE PAD screen (p. 81), press the [3] (Change
Information) button.
The displayed information changes each time you press the button.
Sample name
GATE and LOOP on/off status
EFFECT SW on/off status
Sample name
Stereo/mono
Sample size
82
Overview
Performing
Explains how to use the pads.
Editing
Using the Pads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Performance
Functions
07: Pads
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Using the Pads

In addition to using the FAs pads to play samples, you can assign
the pads to perform a variety of other functions.
Specifying the Function of the Pads

(PAD UTILITY)
Heres how to specify the function of the pads.
Switching Part Mute (PART MUTE)

You can use the pads to mute (silence) the parts (116).
When you press a pad, the corresponding part switches between
mute (blinking) and play (lit).
MEMO
The pad number corresponds to the part number.
Switching the Soloed Part (PART SOLO)

You can use the pads to switch the part thats being soloed (p. 44, p. 63).
When you press the blinking pad once again, solo turns off.
MEMO
2. Press the [6] (Pad Mode) button.

3. Press a pad [1][7] to select the desired function.
A setting screen appears according to the function that you select.
Using the Pads as Numeric Keys

(NUMERIC)
You can use the pads as numeric keys.
Pad
Function
Explanation
[1]
SAMPLE PAD
The pads play samples.
[2]
PART SELECT
The pads select parts.
Pad
Explanation
19
This is convenient when entering numeric parameter values.
[3]
PART MUTE
The pads turn part mute on/off.
[1][9]
[4]
PART SOLO
The pads turn part solo on/off.
[10]
[5]
NUMERIC
The pads function as numeric keys.
[11]
PARTIAL SW/SEL
The pads select partials and turn them

on/off.
[12]
[HOLD]
Confirm (same operation as the [ENTER] button)
[BANK]
Cancel (same operation as the [EXIT] button)
[6]
[7]
KBD SW
The pads turn the keyboard switch on/off.
MEMO
You can also select the pad function by holding down the [PAD
UTILITY] button and pressing a pad [1][7].
Playing Samples (SAMPLE PAD)
Selecting Partials and Turning Them On/

Off (PARTIAL SW/SEL)
You can use the pads to select a partial to edit, and to turn it on/off.
The pads play samples.

MEMO
For details, refer to Selecting/Playing Samples (p.78).
Selecting Parts (PART SELECT)

You can use the pads to select parts (116).
* When youre performing in the STUDIO SET PLAY screen, the
parts that you can select are limited by the performance mode.
If youre using single play mode, only part 1 can be selected. If
youre using Dual or Split performance mode, only parts 1 and 2
can be selected.
MEMO
The pad of the selected part blinks.
When youre using Split performance, pad [1] selects the lower
part (part 2), and pad [2] selects the upper part (part 1).
84
Pad
Explanation
[1]
Select partial 1
[2]
Select partial 2
[3]
Select partial 3
[4]
Select partial 4
[5]
Turn partial 1 on/off
[6]
[7]
[8]
* This is available only if youve selected a tone in which that

partial exists. If the tones type is SuperNATURAL synth tone,
partial 4 does not exist, so pads [4] and [8] cannot be used.
Using the Pads

Overview
Turning the Keyboard Switch On/Off

(KBD SW)
You can use the pads to turn the keyboard switch (p. 27) on/off.
When you press a pad, the keyboard switch of the corresponding
parts turns on (blinking) or off (lit).
Performing
* The keyboard switch is available only in multi part play mode.

MEMO
The keyboard switch settings are saved in the studio set.
Performance
Functions
Editing
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
85
86
Overview
Performing
Explains how to use the FA in conjunction with a computer or DAW controller.
Editing
Connecting to a Computer via USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Performance
Functions
08: DAW
Using the FA with DAW Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Connecting to a Computer via USB

If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect a USB
port of your computer to the USB COMPUTER port located on the
rear panel of the FA, you can use MIDI-compatible software (DAW
software) to play back audio and MIDI data on the FA.
USB COMPUTER port
USB cable
Installing the USB Driver

The USB driver is software that exchanges data between the FA and
your computer software.
In order to use the FAs dedicated USB driver, you must install the
USB driver.
MEMO
For details on downloading and installing the USB driver, refer to
the Roland website.
http://www.roland.com/support/
For details on operating requirements, refer to the Roland website.

Roland website
http://www.roland.com/support/
NOTE
For some types of computer, this might not work correctly. Refer
to the Roland website for details on the operating systems that
are supported.
A USB cable is not included. You can purchase one from the
dealer where you purchased the FA.
Use a USB 2.0 cable.
Heres how to switch between the FAs dedicated USB driver and the
generic driver provided by your operating system.

The MENU screen appears.
2. Move the cursor to System and press the [ENTER]

button.
The SYSTEM SETUP screen appears.
Your computers USB port must support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.
3. Use the cursor [
Turn on the power of the FA before you start the DAW software
on your computer. Dont turn the FAs power on/off while your
DAW software is running.
4. Specify the USB Driver.
USB audio
FA gcomputer
If the FA is connected to your computer via a USB cable, the
audio output youve chosen in the FA can be recorded into your
computers DAW software.
Computer gFA
If the FA is connected to your computer via a USB cable, the
sound of your computer can be reproduced from an audio system
connected to the FAs MAIN OUTPUT jacks.
USB MIDI
If the FA is connected to your computer via a USB cable, the FAs
performance data (MIDI data) can be recorded into your DAW
software, and performance data (MIDI data) played back by your
DAW software can be sounded by the FAs sound engine.
88
Making USB Driver Settings
tab.
Driver
VENDOR
(MIDI+AUDIO)
GENERIC (MIDI
only)
][
] buttons to select the General
Explanation
The dedicated driver provided by Roland specifically
for the FA is used.
Both MIDI and audio are available.
The generic driver of the operating system is used.
Only MIDI is available.
MEMO
This system takes effect when the FA is powered-on following
System Write.
5. Press the [6] (Write) button to save the setting.

6. Turn the power off, and then on again.
Using the FA with DAW Software

3. Move the cursor to CONTROL MAP and use the dial to
select the DAW software that youre using.
You can use the FA as a controller for your DAW software.
Value
Explanation
The FA provides various DAW control maps. Simply select the

appropriate control map to apply the appropriate settings for the
DAW software that youre using.
LOGIC PRO
When controlling Logic Pro.
SONAR
When controlling SONAR.
CUBASE
When controlling Cubase.
If you want to use the FA as a controller for your DAW software,

set the USB Driver setting to VENDOR (MIDI+AUDIO).
Using the FA to Control DAW Software

USER
Youll be able to choose the MIDI messages that are

transmitted when you press pads [1][8].
4. Use the cursor [

tab.
][
] buttons to select the Controller
5. Turn the Local Switch OFF (p. 90).

6. In your DAW software, open the project file that you want
Performance
Functions
1. Use a USB cable to connect the FA to your computer.
Choose USER if your system cannot use the Mackie

Control control surface.
Performing
MEMO
Overview
Using the FA as a DAW Controller
to control.
MEMO
For details on how to do this, refer to the owners manual of your

DAW software.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
7. Make the appropriate control surface settings for the

DAW software you selected (p. 90).
MEMO
This message is not shown if you power-on the FA with it
already connected to the computer.
Available controllers Explanation

[
] button
Start playback.
] button
Start recording on record-standby tracks.
[
[
[
[
] button
] button
] button
] button
Pad [1][8]
[1][6] knob
[S1] [S2] button
Return the current position to the beginning.

Rewind.
Fast-forward.
Stop recording or playback.
] buttons emulate the Mackie Control control
Pads
] through [
The [
surface.
Sampler
DAW Control mode is on, and the DAW CONTROL screen appears.
8. Operate the FA to control your DAW software.
Editing
Before you continue, select FA-06 08 as the MIDI input device

and output device.
Emulate the Mackie Control control surface

Function buttons (F1F8).
Control the function thats assigned. (p. 90)
MEMO
DAW
You can also turn DAW Control mode on/off by pressing the
[DAW CONTROL] button.
As necessary, make the synchronization settings Sync Out
and Sync Mode (p. 101).
Settings
Appendix
89
Settings in LOGIC PRO

This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic
Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.
1. From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] g

[Control Surfaces] g [Setup] to open the setting
screen.
2. From the menu, choose [New] g [Install].

3. From the list of Model, choose Mackie Control and
Assigning Functions to Knobs and

Buttons
You can assign functions to the [1][6] knobs and the [S1] [S2]
buttons.
You can store sixteen sets of these assignments, with each set
containing the assignments of the [1][6] knobs and the [S1] [S2]
buttons.
1. In the DAW CONTROL screen, select the Controller tab.
press Add.
4. As the input port and the output port, specify FA-06

08 DAW CTRL.
Settings in SONAR
This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR
X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.
1. From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] g
[Preferences] g [MIDI Devices] to open the input/

output device selection.
2. To the input devices and output devices, add FA-06

08 DAW CTRL.
3. In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces].

4. Press Add new Controller/Surface to access the
control surface settings dialog box.
5. Choose Mackie Control as the control surface,
choose FA-06 08 DAW CTRL as the input port and

output port, and then press OK.
Settings in CUBASE
This explanation describes the procedure when using the
Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for
other versions.
1. From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device

Setup].
2. Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the
dialog box, and choose Mackie Control from the

pulldown menu.
3. As the MIDI input and MIDI output for Mackie

Control, specify FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.
2. Select the set of assignments that you want to edit.

MEMO
You can press the [ENTER] button and rename the set.

dial to edit the setting.
Parameter
Explanation
Local Switch
Turns the Local switch (p. 100) on/off when in DAW

Control mode.
Tx Channel
Specifies the MIDI transmit channel used when in

DAW Control mode.
Set this as desired.
S1, S2
Select the MIDI messages that are transmitted when

you press the [S1] [S2] buttons.
Knob 16
Select the MIDI messages that are transmitted when

you turn the [1][6] knobs.
MEMO
If you want your settings to be remembered, save the DAW
CONTROL settings (p. 92).
Using the FA as a MIDI Keyboard

Your playing on the FAs keyboard (MIDI data) can be recorded into
your DAW software, or used to play software instruments.
4. In the left side of the dialog box, choose MIDI Port
1. Connect the FA to your computer and turn on DAW
5. In FA-06 08 DAW CTRL, clear the check box from
2. In the DAW CONTROL screen, select the Controller tab.

3. Turn the Local Switch OFF.
Setup to access the setting screen.

In ALL MIDI Inputs.
Control mode.
MEMO
Set the MIDI transmit channel as necessary (Tx Channel: p. 90).
90
Performance data (MIDI data) played back by your DAW software

can make the FAs sound engine produce sound.
mode on.
2. Start your DAW software, and open the project file that
you want to play.
MEMO
For details on how to make this setting, refer to the owners

manual of your DAW software.
3. In the DAW CONTROL screen, select the Studio Set tab.
Sound from your computer can also be reproduced from a device

thats connected to the FAs MAIN OUTPUT jacks.
1. Connect the FA to your computer.

2. Start up your DAW software, and choose FA-06 08 as
the audio input device and output device.
For details on how to make this setting, refer to the owners manual
of your DAW software.
Performance
Functions
Before you continue, select FA-06 08 as the MIDI input device

and output device.
The FAs audio output youve specified can be recorded into DAW
software on your computer.
Performing
1. Connect the FA to your computer, and turn DAW Control
Using the FA as an Audio Interface
Specifying the USB Audio Output

Heres how to specify the USB audio that is output from the USB
COMPUTER port.
1. In the SYSTEM SETUP screen (p. 97), press the [3] (System
Editing
Effects) button.
2. Use the cursor [

Audio tab.
][
] ] buttons to select the USB
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Sampler
* Depending on the channel settings of your DAW, messages that

switch studio sets may be transmitted on the channel of a part,
causing the tone to switch. If this occurs, check the channel
settings of your DAW.
4. Move the cursor to RxCH of the tone that you want to

play, and use the dial to specify the receive channel.
MEMO
If you turn RxSw off, MIDI messages are not received.
5. In your DAW software, set the transmit channels of the

tracks that youre playing back to match the receive
channel settings of the FA.
6. Play back your DAW software.

You hear the playback sounded by the FAs tones.
the dial to change the setting.

Value
Explanation
MAIN
The same sound as the output of the MAIN OUTPUT

jacks is output to the USB COMPUTER port.
INPUT
The sound being input from the AUDIO INPUT jack is

output without change to the USB COMPUTER port.
INPUT-EFX
The sound being input from the AUDIO INPUT

jack is processed by the noise suppressor (NS) and
microphone reverb (MIC Reverb) before being output
to the USB COMPUTER jack.
DAW
For details on how to make this setting, refer to the owners manual
of your DAW software.
3. Move the cursor to USB Audio Output Select and use

Pads
It is convenient to turn RxSw on/off if you temporarily want to

stop receiving MIDI messages.
Overview
Playing the FAs Sound Engine from

DAW Software
The USB audio signal flow can be viewed in the EFFECTS EDIT
screen (p. 52).
Settings
Appendix
91
Saving the DAW CONTROL Settings

The DAW CONTROL settings revert to their previous state when you
turn off the power. If you want the DAW CONTROL settings to be
remembered even after power-off, save them.
1. In the DAW CONTROL screen, press the [Write] button.


The DAW CONTROL settings are saved.
MEMO
When you save the DAW CONTROL settings, the system settings
are also saved.
NOTE
Never turn off the power while settings are being saved.
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Overview
Performing
Explains convenient functions, and settings that apply to the entire FA.
Editing
Useful Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Performance
Functions
09: Settings
Settings for the Entire FA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
About the Wireless LAN Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Sampler
Pads
DAW
Settings
Appendix
Useful Functions
Basic Procedure for Utility
Operations
Backing Up User Data (Backup/

Restore)
The contents of the FAs user memory and system memory (p. 14) can
be saved to an SD card (Backup) or returned to the FA (Restore).

2. Move the cursor to Utility and press the [ENTER]
Backing Up to an SD Card (Backup)
button.
The UTILITY screen appears.
NOTE
If you back up with a file name that is identical to existing
backup data on the SD card, the existing data is overwritten. If
you want to save a new backup, assign it a different name.
1. In the UTILITY screen, select Backup and press the

[ENTER] button.

file that you want to back up (p. 45).
3. Press the [7] (Backup) button.

3. Select the function that you want to execute, and press
the [ENTER] button.
Function
Explanation
Backup
Writes the user memory and system

memory data to an SD card.
Restore
Loads backed-up data from an SD card

into the FA.
Export Song
Exports a song in WAV/SMF format. Also,

exports samples in WAV format.
Import Studio Set/

Tone
Imports a studio set or a tone from data

backed-up to an SD card.
You can also import INTEGRA-7 tones
that you download from the Axial site.


Page
The data is backed up to the SD card.
NOTE
p. 94
p. 74
p. 95
Never turn off the power while a backup is in progress.
Returning Backup Data to the FA

(Restore)
1. In the UTILITY screen, select Restore and press the
Factory Reset
Returns the FA to the factory-set

condition.
p. 95
Format SD Card
Initializes an SD card.
p. 96
Bulk Dump
Sends the studio set and tone settings of

the temporary area to an external MIDI
device.
p. 96
[ENTER] button.
2. Use the cursor buttons to select the file that you want to
restore, and press the [7] (Restore) button.
NOTE
When you execute the Restore operation, all settings currently
saved in the FA are lost. If you want to keep the current settings,
back them up with a different name.

When the restore is complete, the message Completed. Please
Power Off! appears.
NOTE
Never turn off the power during the Restore operation.
4. Turn the power off, and then on again.
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Useful Functions
You can import a studio set or tone from data that you backed-up
on an SD card.
You can import INTEGRA-7 tones that you download from the Axial
site.
1. Download INTEGRA-7 tones from Axial.
Performing
You can also import INTEGRA-7 tones that you download from the
Axial site.
Importing Tones Downloaded from the

Axial Site
Overview
Importing a Studio Set or Tone

(Import Studio Set/Tone)
MEMO
Importing from Backup Data
For details on how to download tones, refer to the Axial site.

http://axial.roland.com/
2. Using your computer, copy the tone data to the IMPORT
2. Use the cursor buttons to select the backup data, and
3. Import the tones as described in Importing from Backup
and press the [ENTER] button.

press the [7] (Select) button.
MEMO
You can change the import-source folder.
that you want to import, and assign a check mark to them.

Button
Explanation
[2] (Mark)
Applies a check mark.
[3] (Mark All)
Applies check marks to all studio sets or tones in

the list.
[4] (Search I)
In the list, jumps to the studio set or tone to which

you applied a check mark.
4. Press the [7] (Import) button.

5. Select the save-destination of the data that you want to

The selected file is imported.
Heres how the settings stored in the FA can be restored to their

factory-set state (Factory Reset).
NOTE
When you execute the Factory Reset operation, all data saved
in the FA is lost. If you want to keep the data, back it up to an SD
card.
1. In the UTILITY screen, select Factory Reset and press

the [ENTER] button.

Pads
import, and press the [7] (Execute) button.
Restoring the Factory Settings

(Factory Reset)
Sampler
[4] (Search H)
Axial is a sound library site from

which you can download
additional sounds for Roland
synthesizers.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
3. Use the cursor buttons to select the studio sets or tones
Data (p.95).
Editing
Press the [2] (Folder) button to access the CHANGE FOLDER

window. When you select the import-source folder, the files
within the selected folder appear in the IMPORT (SELECT FILE)
window. If youre importing tones that you downloaded from
the Axial site, select the IMPORT folder.
folder of the SD card.
Performance
Functions
1. In the UTILITY screen, select Import Studio Set/Tone

The factory reset is executed.
NOTE
The data on the SD card will not return to the factory-set state.
DAW
Never turn off the power while the Factory Reset operation is in
progress.
Settings
Appendix
95
Useful Functions
Initializing an SD Card (Format SD

Card)
Heres how to initialize (format) an SD card.
NOTE
Do not format the SD card that is included with this product.
If you format the SD card that is included with this product, all of
the demo song data on the card is erased.
Back up the data to your computer before formatting the
card.
When you format a card, all its data is lost. If the SD card
contains important data, back it up first as described in
Backing-Up SD Card Data to a Computer (p.96).
Transmitting the Temporary Areas Data

to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)
Heres how to transmit the studio set and tone settings to an
external MIDI device. This operation is called bulk dump. You
can use this operation when you want to connect another FA
unit and play it using identical settings, or when you want to save
your studio set and tone settings on an external MIDI device as a
precaution against data loss.
Connect the FA to your external MIDI device as shown in the
illustration before you proceed.
USB COMPUTER port
USB cable
1. In the UTILITY screen, select Format SD Card and press

the [ENTER] button.
Sequencer
software such
as SONAR


The SD card is formatted.
Backing-Up SD Card Data to a Computer

1. Remove the SD card from the FA.
2. Insert the SD card into your computer.
If your computer does not have an SD card slot, use a commerciallyavailable SD card reader.
3. Copy (drag and drop) all folders of the SD card into a

folder on your computer.
NOTE
You must copy all folders. The system will not work correctly if
you copy only some of the folders.
4. Stop the SD card connection, and remove the SD card

from your computer.
5. Insert the SD card into the FA.
Restoring Backed-Up Data to a SD Card

1. Remove the SD card from the FA.
2. Insert the SD card into your computer.
If your computer does not have an SD card slot, use a commerciallyavailable SD card reader.
3. Copy (drag and drop) all of the backed-up folders from

your computer to the SD card.
NOTE
When you copy the backed-up data to an SD card, the data
previously stored on that SD card is lost.
You must copy all folders. The system will not work correctly if
you copy only some of the folders.
4. Stop the SD card connection, and remove the SD card

from your computer.
5. Insert the SD card into the FA.

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1. In the UTILITY screen, choose Bulk Dump and press the

[ENTER] button.


The bulk dump is executed.
Settings for the Entire FA

These settings apply to the FA as a whole
Parameter
Explanation
Screen Saver
Time
OFF, 30 [sec] ,
If you dont want the screen saver to

start, turn this OFF.
160 [min]
MEMO
button.
VENDOR
The SYSTEM SETUP screen appears.
(MIDI+AUDIO)
USB Driver
GENERIC
MIDI and audio are both available.

The generic driver provided by the
operating system is used.
Only MIDI is available.
Startup
Specifies the studio set that will be
Startup Studio SONG, (Studio set loaded when the unit is turned on.
Set
number)
Choose SONG if you want to use the
studio set that is selected by the song.

dial to change the value.
You can make system effect settings by pressing the [3] (System
Effects) button.
For details on the system effect parameters, refer to Parameter
Guide (PDF).
Keyboard settings (Keyboard)

Parameter
Value
Keyboard
Velocity
1127
The transmitted velocity value will

be fixed, regardless of the force with
which you strike the key.
LIGHT
The keyboard will have a lighterfeeling touch. Since youll be able

to reach fortissimo (ff ) without
having to play as strongly as with the
MEDIUM setting, the keyboard
will feel lighter. This setting makes it
easier for people with reduced finger
strength to play the keyboard.
1. In the SYSTEM SETUP screen, press the [6] (System Write)

button.
MEDIUM
This is the standard keyboard touch

setting.
HEAVY
The key will have a heavier-feeling

touch. Since youll need to play more
strongly than with the MEDIUM
setting in order to reach fortissimo
(ff ), the keyboard will feel heavier. This
setting allows you to use your playing
dynamics to add more expression to
your performances.
The settings will be saved.
Never turn off the unit while data is being saved.
Keyboard
Velocity Curve
System Parameter
The operations of the system parameters are explained below,
organized according to the structure of the parameters.
Adjusts the keyboard velocity curve.
General settings (General)
Auto Off
Value
Explanation
OFF,
Specifies whether the unit will turn off

automatically after a certain time has
elapsed.
30 [min] ,
240 [min]
Keyboard
Velocity Curve
Offset
-10+9
Higher values make the keyboard feel

heavier.
Arpeggio
Specifies how arpeggios will be triggered.
If you dont want the unit to turn off

automatically, choose OFF setting.
The arpeggio starts the moment you

play the keyboard.
The brightness will increase as the

value is raised.
Arpeggio
Trigger
Quantize
BEAT
If you play the keyboard while the

sequencer or a rhythm pattern is
playing, the arpeggio automatically
starts at the beginning of the beat.
MEASURE
If you play the keyboard while the

sequencer or a rhythm pattern is
playing, the arpeggio automatically
starts at the beginning of the measure.
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Appendix
OFF
Adjusts the brightness of the display.

LCD Brightness 120
Lower values make the keyboard feel

lighter.
Settings
Parameter
DAW
The transmitted velocity value will

correspond to the force with which
you strike the key.
Pads
REAL
System settings will return to their previous state when you turn
off the unit. If you want these settings to be retained even after the
unit is turned off, you must save the system settings.
NOTE
Explanation
Specifies the velocity transmitted when a key is played.
Sampler
Saving the System Settings
If you want the most recently saved

song to be loaded, choose LASTSAVED.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
MEMO
Specifies the song that will be loaded

when the unit is turned on.
Editing
Startup Song
LAST-SAVED,
(Song name)
Performance
Functions
(MIDI only)
The dedicated driver provided by

Roland specifically for the FA is used.
Performing
You can view the displayed screen

by pressing the [5] (Scrn Saver)
button.
2. Move the cursor to System and press the [ENTER]
Overview
The screen saver starts after a certain

time has elapsed.
Basic Procedure for System Settings

Value
For the basic procedure for system settings,

refer to p. 97.

Pedal settings (Pedal)
Parameter
Value
[S1] [S2] button settings (S1/S2)

Explanation
Parameter
Specifies whether the functions

controlled by the pedals connected to
the FOOT PEDAL CTRL 1 and 2 jacks
will be determined by the system
settings (SYSTEM) or by the studio set
settings (STUDIO).
S1/S2 Assign
Source
Value
Explanation
SYSTEM, STUDIO

controlled by the [S1] [S2] buttons will
be determined by the system settings
(SYSTEM) or by the studio set settings
(STUDIO).
Control Pedal
Pedal Assign
Source
SYSTEM, STUDIO
Assignable
Specify the functions that are controlled by the [S1] [S2]
buttons.
Specify the functions that are controlled by pedals

connected to the FOOT PEDAL CTRL 1 and 2 jacks.
OFF
CC0131,
32 (OFF), 3395
BEND DOWN
BEND UP
AFTERTOUCH
Control Pedal 1 START/STOP
Assign
TAP TEMPO
Control Pedal 2
Assign
STUDIO SET
DOWN
Control Pedal 1
Polarity
Control Pedal 2
Polarity
No function is assigned.
Controller number 131, 3395
The same effect as moving the pitch
bend lever to the right.
bend lever to the left.
Aftertouch
FAVORITE DOWN
FAVORITE UP
Switch the favorite to the next

number.
PANEL-DEC
The same effect as pressing the panel

[DEC] button.
PANEL-INC

[INC] button.
Selects the polarity of the pedals
connected to the FOOT PEDAL CTRL 1
and 2 jacks.
STANDARD,
REVERSE
Depending on the model of pedal,

the result of depressing or releasing
the pedal might be the opposite of
what you expect. If so, choose the
REVERSE setting. If youre using
a Roland pedal (that has no polarity
switch), choose the STANDARD
setting.
Hold Pedal
Selects the polarity of the pedal
connected to the FOOT PEDAL HOLD
jack.
Hold Pedal
Polarity
Continuous
Hold Pedal
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STANDARD,
REVERSE
OFF, ON
Aftertouch
MONO/POLY
Switch between mono/poly.
CHORUS SWITCH
Turn the chorus on/off.
Switch S2
Assign
REVERB SWITCH
Turn the reverb on/off.
MASTER EQ
SWITCH
Turn the master EQ on/off.
TFX SWITCH
Turn the total effect on/off.
MASTER KEY
DOWN
Lower the keyboard range by a

semitone.
MASTER KEY UP
Raise the keyboard range by a

semitone.
MOMENTARY,
LATCH
Specify the operation of the [S1] [S2]

buttons.
Switch the studio set to the previous

number.
Switch the favorite to the previous

number.
Depending on the model of pedal,

the result of depressing or releasing
the pedal might be the opposite of
what you expect. If so, choose the
REVERSE setting. If youre using
a Roland pedal (that has no polarity
switch), choose the STANDARD
setting.
If this is ON, the FOOT PEDAL HOLD
jack will support half-pedaling. If
half-pedaling is enabled, you can
connect a damper pedal (such as the
DP-10; available separately) and use
the pedal to control subtle nuances of
the piano sounds you play.
AFTERTOUCH

[TAP] button.
Switch the studio set to the next

number.
CC0131, 32
(OFF), 3395
Switch S1
Assign
Start/stop the song.
STUDIO SET UP
OFF
Switch S1
Assign Mode
Switch S2
Assign Mode

refer to p. 97.
SOUND MODIFY knob settings (Knob)
Knob Assign
Source
Explanation
SYSTEM, STUDIO

controlled by the SOUND MODIFY
knobs will be determined by the
system settings (SYSTEM) or by the
studio set settings (STUDIO).
DIRECT, CATCH
When you switch tones in Single play

mode, this setting specifies whether
the SOUND MODIFY knob settings are
reset (ON) or not reset (OFF).
If this is ON, the following
parameters are reset when you switch
tones.
CUTOFF
ATTACK
RELEASE
OFF, ON
LEVEL
EQ LOW
EQ MID1
EQ MID2
EQ MID3
EQ HIGH
COMPRESSOR
TONE
ASSIGN 1, ASSIGN 2, ASSIGN 3,
ASSIGN 4, ASSIGN 5 (with the KNOB
ASSIGN settings in their factory-set
state)
Assignable
Sound Modify
Knob 16
Assign
SOLO SYNTH
The D-BEAM controller operates as a

monophonic synthesizer.
EXPRESSION
The D-BEAM controller controls the

volume.
ASSIGNABLE
The D-BEAM controller controls the

function that you assign.
Level
0127
Adjusts the volume of the solo synth.
Chorus Send
Level
0127
Adjusts the chorus send level.
Reverb Send
Level
0127
Adjusts the reverb send level.
Range
28OCT
Adjusts the range in which the pitch of

the solo synth will vary.
Osc 1
Waveform
SAW, SQR
D-Beam Switch
Solo Synth
Osc 1 Pulse
Width
Osc 1 Coarse
Tune
Osc 1 Fine
Tune
Selects the waveform.
0127
Specifies the pulse width of the

waveform. By cyclically modifying
the pulse width you can create subtle
changes in the tone.
-48+48
Adjusts the pitch of the tones sound

(in semitones, +/-4 octaves).
-50+50
Adjusts the pitch of the tones sound

(in 1-cent steps).
Osc 2
Waveform
Osc 2 Pulse
Width
Osc 2 Coarse
Tune
(same as Osc 1)
Osc 2 Fine
Tune
Osc 2 Level
Osc Sync
Switch
0127
Adjusts the level of the Osc 2.
OFF, ON
Turning this switch on produces a

complex sound with many harmonics.
This is effective when the Osc 1 pitch is
higher than the Osc 2 pitch.
Specifies the type of filter.
CC0131,
32 (OFF), 3395
OFF
No filter is used.
PITCH BEND
Applies the same effect as when the

pitch bend lever is moved.
LPF
This reduces the volume of all

frequencies above the cutoff
frequency (Cutoff ).
AFTERTOUCH
Aftertouch
TFX PARAM 13
Controls parameters 13 of the Total

Effect.
(Low Pass Filter)

Filter Type
BPF
(Band Pass Filter)
(High Pass Filter)
D-BEAM controller settings (D-Beam)

Explanation
0127
The higher the value you set for this

parameter, the more sensitive the
D-BEAM controller becomes.
controlled by the D-BEAM controller
will be determined by the system
settings (SYSTEM) or by the studio set
settings (STUDIO).
This emphasizes the frequencies in the

region of the cutoff frequency.
Cutoff
0127
Frequency at which the filter begins

to have an effect on the waveforms
frequency components.
Resonance
0127
Emphasizes the portion of the sound

in the region of the cutoff frequency,
adding character to the sound.
LFO Rate
0127
Adjusts the modulation speed of the

LFO.
LFO Osc 1 Pitch

-63+63
Depth
Specifies the depth to which the LFO

will modulate the Osc 1 pitch.
LFO Osc 2 Pitch

-63+63
Depth

will modulate the Osc 2 pitch.
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Appendix
D-Beam Assign
SYSTEM, STUDIO
Source
(Peaking Filter)
This cuts the frequencies in the region

below the cutoff frequency.
Settings
D-Beam Sens
Value
PKG
This leaves only the frequencies in the

region of the cutoff frequency, and
cuts the rest.
DAW
OFF
HPF
Parameter
SAW (sawtooth wave), SQR (square

wave)
Pads
Specify the functions that are controlled by the SOUND

MODIFY knobs.
Sampler
TFX SELECT
OFF
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Auto Knob
Reset (for
Single)
PAN
Specify the functions that are controlled by the D-BEAM

controller.
Editing
RESONANCE
Explanation
Performance
Functions
When you operate a knob, this

setting specifies whether control data
corresponding to the knobs position
is always transmitted (DIRECT) or
whether control data is transmitted
only after the knob passes through
the current value of the parameter
(CATCH).
Value
Performing
Knob Mode
Value
Parameter
Overview
Parameter

refer to p. 97.

Parameter
LFO Osc 1
Pulse Width
Depth
LFO Osc 2
Pulse Width
Depth
Value
-63+63
-63+63
Explanation
will modulate the pulse width of the
Osc 1 waveform.

will modulate the pulse width of the
Osc 2 waveform.
100
Explanation
OFF, ON
Enables/disables the connection

between the controller section
(keyboard, pitch bend/modulation
lever, panel knobs and buttons,
D-BEAM controller, pedals, etc.) and
the internal sound engine.
Local Switch
Normally you should leave this ON.

Choose the OFF setting if you want
operations on the FA to control only
an external sound module.
Master Tune
415.3466.2 [Hz]
Sets the FAs overall tuning (the

frequency of the A4 key).
Specify the functions that are controlled by the

[ASSIGNABLE] button.
Master Key
Shift
-24+24
Shifts the FAs overall pitch range in

semitone steps.
OFF
Master Level
0127
Sets the FAs overall volume.
Output Gain
-12+12 [dB]
Adjusts the FAs overall output gain.
CC0131,
32 (OFF), 3395
BEND DOWN

bend lever to the right.
BEND UP

bend lever to the left.
AFTERTOUCH
Aftertouch
CUTOFF
Adjusts the cutoff frequency.
RESONANCE
Adjusts the resonance.
ATTACK
Adjusts the attack.
RELEASE
Adjusts the release.
PAN
Adjusts the pan.
LEVEL
Adjusts the volume.
EQ LOW
Adjusts the low frequency range.
EQ MID1
Adjusts the mid-1 frequency range.
EQ MID2
EQ MID3
EQ HIGH
Adjusts the high frequency range.
INPUT LEVEL
Adjusts the input volume from the

AUDIO INPUT jack.
KNOB ASSIGN16
Adjust the [1] (ASSIGN 1)[6]

(ASSIGN 6) knobs.
COMPRESSOR
Adjusts the compressor.
TONE
Adjusts the tone.
CHORUS
Adjusts the chorus.
REVERB
Adjusts the reverb.
TFX SELECT
Selects the total effect.
TFX CTRL
Controls the total effect.
SAMPLE PAD
Plays a sample.
0127
0127
Beam Assign
Knob Polarity
STANDARD,
REVERSE
Beam Assign
Sample Pad
Number
1-14-16
Specifies whether the currently

sounding notes will remain (ON) or
not (OFF) when you select a different
sound.
Tone Remain
OFF, ON
* In some cases, the effect sound

might not remain.
* If you switch from an organ
SuperNATURAL acoustic tone, the
sound will not remain even if this
setting is ON.
Sample Output
MAIN, SUB
Assign
Specifies whether the sample playback

sound is output from the MAIN
OUTPUT jacks (MAIN) or from the SUB
OUT jack (SUB).
Wireless Audio
0127
Level
Adjusts the volume that is output via

the wireless LAN function.
Wireless
Output Assign
When using the wireless LAN function

to output the sound of the FA, this
setting chooses the sound of the MAIN
OUTPUT jacks (MAIN) or the sound of
the SUB OUT jack (SUB).
MAIN, SUB
Using the Local Switch setting

If youre using a DAW software with the FAs keyboard
controller section and sound generator section, you should
turn the Local Switch OFF. Heres why.
We need to connect these sections in the following order: the
FAs keyboard a DAW software the FAs sound generator.
Since the FAs keyboard section and sound generator section
are connected internally, such a connection order would
normally be impossible. However, if the Local Switch is OFF,
the FAs keyboard section and its sound generator section
will be independent, allowing you to use a DAW software as
shown here in the illustration.
MEMO
By setting the Range Max below
the Range Min, you can invert the
range of variation.
Range Min
Value
* The Pulse Width is activated when

SQR is selected with Osc 2
waveform.
Specifies the upper limit of the

D-BEAM controller range.
Range Max
Parameter
* The Pulse Width is activated when

SQR is selected with Osc 1
waveform.
Assignable
D-Beam Assign
Sound settings (Sound)
Keyboard
Local Off
Specifies the lower limit of the

D-BEAM controller range.
STANDARD: The assigned parameter
changes in the positive (+) direction
when you move your hand closer to
REVERSE: The assigned parameter
changes in the negative (-) direction
when you move your hand closer to
Selects the sample that plays if
D-Beam Assign is set to SAMPLE
PAD.
DAW software
Sound
generator

refer to p. 97.
Synchronization settings (Sync/Tempo)
Tempo Assign
Source
MASTER
The FA will be the synchronization

master. Choose this setting if youre
using the FA on its own without
synchronizing it to another device, or
if you want the tempo of an external
MIDI device to synchronize with the
FA.
REMOTE
The FA will obey start, continue, stop,

and song position pointer messages
from another device, but the FAs own
tempo setting is used as the playback
tempo.
OFF, ON
Specifies whether clock, start,

continue, stop, and song position
pointer messages are transmitted
to another device (ON) or are not
transmitted (OFF).
MIDI, USB
When the Sync Mode is SLAVE,

this setting specifies whether the FA
will synchronize to synchronization
messages from the MIDI IN connector
or from the USB port.
Click settings (Click)

Value
OFF, ON
* If you want to control the

arpeggiator from an external MIDI
device, turn this ON.
Studio Set
Control
Channel
116, OFF
Choose OFF setting if you dont

want studio sets to be switched from a
connected MIDI device.
USB-MIDI Thru OFF, ON
OFF, ON
Specifies whether program change

messages will be transmitted (ON) or
not be transmitted (OFF).
Transmit Bank
Select
OFF, ON
Specifies whether bank select

Transmit
OFF, ON
Active Sensing
Specifies whether active sensing

Transmit Edit
Data
OFF, ON
Specify whether changes you make

in the settings of a studio set will
be transmitted as system exclusive
messages (ON), or will not be
transmitted (OFF).
OFF, ON
If this is ON, MIDI messages that are

input from the MIDI IN connector are
re-transmitted without change from
the MIDI OUT connector.
Receive
Program
Change
OFF, ON
Specifies whether program change

messages will be received (ON) or not
be received (OFF).
Receive Bank
Select
OFF, ON
Specifies whether bank select

be received (OFF).
Receive
Exclusive
OFF, ON
Specifies whether system exclusive

be received (OFF).
Receive GM
System On
OFF, ON
Specifies whether GM System On

be received (OFF).
Receive GM2
System On
OFF, ON
Specifies whether GM2 System On

be received (OFF).
Receive GS
Reset
OFF, ON
Specifies whether GS Reset messages

will be received (ON) or not be
received (OFF).
The click sounds when a song is

playing.
REC-ONLY
The click sounds when a song is being

recorded.
Soft Through
PLAY&REC
The click sounds when a song is

playing or being recorded.
Receive
ALWAYS
The click sounds at all times.
010
Adjusts the click volume.
TYPE2
Click sound
TYPE3
Beep sound
TYPE4
Cowbell sound
OFF, ON
Adds an accent to the click sound.
MAIN, SUB
Specifies whether the click sound is

output from the MAIN OUTPUT jacks
(MAIN) or from the SUB OUT jack
(SUB).
101
Appendix
Transmit
Program
Change
PLAY-ONLY
Conventional metronome sound (first

beat is a bell)
Specifies whether MIDI messages

received via the USB COMPUTER
port/MIDI IN connector will be
re-transmitted from the MIDI OUT
connector/USB COMPUTER port (ON)
or not be re-transmitted (OFF) (p. 102).
Transmit
No click is sounded.
TYPE1
Specifies the MIDI receive channel

on which MIDI messages (program
change/bank select) from an external
MIDI device will be received by the FA
to switch studio sets.
Settings
Click Output
Assign
Remote
Keyboard
Switch
Turn this ON if youre using an

external MIDI keyboard instead of the
FAs keyboard. In this case, the MIDI
transmit channel of your external MIDI
keyboard does not matter. Normally,
this can be left at OFF.
DAW
Click Accent
Switch
When transmitting and receiving

system exclusive messages, the device
ID numbers of both devices must
match.
OFF
Selects the click sound.
Click Sound
1732
Pads
Click Level
Device ID
Explanation
Specifies how the click will be sounded.
Click Mode
Explanation
Sampler
Parameter
Value
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
SLAVE
The FA will be the synchronization

slave. Choose this setting if you want
the FA to synchronize to MIDI clock
messages received from an external
device.
Parameter
Editing
Clock Source
SYSTEM, STUDIO
SET
When you switch studio sets, this

setting specifies whether to use the
current tempo (SYSTEM) or to use the
tempo that is stored in the studio set
(STUDIO SET).
Performance
Functions
Sync Output
Explanation
Performing
Sync Mode
Value
MIDI settings (MIDI)

Overview
Parameter

refer to p. 97.
Preview settings (Preview)
What is a MIDI?
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard
specification that allows musical data to be transferred
between electronic musical instruments and computers. If
a MIDI cable is connected between devices equipped with
MIDI connectors, youll be able to play multiple devices
from a single MIDI keyboard, perform ensembles using
multiple MIDI instruments, program the settings to change
automatically as the song progresses, and more.
Parameter
Value
SINGLE: The notes specified by

Preview 14 Note Number will be
sounded one at a time, consecutively.
Preview Mode
SINGLE, CHORD,
PHRASE
CHORD: The notes specified by

Preview 14 Note Number will be
sounded simultaneously.
PHRASE: The phrase provided for the
corresponding patch type (category)
will be played.
About MIDI connectors

The FA is equipped with the following two types of MIDI
connectors, each of which has the following role.
Explanation
Preview 14
Note Number
0 (C-)127 (G9)
Specify the pitches of the four notes

that will be sounded if you set
the Preview Mode to SINGLE or
CHORD.
* These settings are ignored if Preview
Mode is set to PHRASE.
Preview 14
Velocity
OFF, 1127
* These settings are ignored if Preview

Mode is set to PHRASE.
Connector
Explanation
MIDI IN connector
This connector receives MIDI messages

that are sent from an external MIDI device.
When the FA receives MIDI messages, it can
respond by playing notes, switching sounds,
etc.
This connector transmits MIDI messages to

MIDI OUT connector an external MIDI device. Use it when you
want to control an external MIDI device.
Control function settings (Control)

Parameter
Value
Control Source SYSTEM, STUDIO

Select
SET
MIDI signal flow

MIDI IN
USB OUT
USB IN
FA
Sound
Generator
Section
USB-MIDI Thru = ON
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
USB OUT
USB IN
FA
Sound
Generator
Section
102
Explanation
SYSTEM: System Control Src 14 will
be used for tone control.
STUDIO SET: Tone Control Src 14 of
the Studio Set will be used for tone
control.
Specify the MIDI messages that will be
used as system controls.
USB-MIDI Thru = OFF

MIDI OUT
Specify the velocities of the four

notes that will be sounded if you set
the Preview Mode to SINGLE or
CHORD.
OFF,
System Control CC0131, 3395,
Src14
PITCH BEND,
AFTERTOUCH
System Control settings allow you to

specify MIDI messages that will apply
in common to the entire FA, and can
be used for controlling volume, tone,
etc.
You can assign up to four MIDI
messages for this type of control.
If you want to make assignments for
realtime control of the sound and
effects for each tone independently,
use matrix control or multi-effect
control.
For details, refer to the Parameter
Guide (PDF).

refer to p. 97.
Visual Control settings (Visual Control)

Explanation
Visual Control
Switch
OFF, ON
Turns the Visual Control function on/

off.
Visual Control
Mode
MVC, V-LINK
MVC: Choose this setting if controlling

a MIDI Visual Control device.
V-LINK: Choose this setting if
controlling a V-LINK device.
Specifies whether the sound of the FA
is (ON) or is not (OFF) heard when you
play the keyboard.
Specifies the MIDI channel used to

switch images.
Effect Ch
116
Specifies the MIDI channel used to

switch video effects.
Playback
Speed Ctrl
OFF, CC01CC31,
CC64CC95,
Bender, Ch
Aftertouch
Specifies the controller used to change

the video playback speed.
Playback
Speed Range
0.11.02.0,
0.51.02.0,
0.01.04.0,
0.51.04.0,
0.01.08.0,
0.51.08.0,
0.01.016.0,
0.51.016.0,
0.01.032.0,
0.51.032.0,
0.02.04.0,
0.04.08.0,
0.08.016.0,
0.016.032.0,
-2.01.04.0,
-6.01.08.0
Specifies the range in which the video

playback speed will change.
The three values specify the playback
speed (as a multiple of normal speed)
when the controller selected by
Playback Speed Ctrl is at the minimum
value, center value, and maximum
value, respectively.
Specifies the controller used to control

the dissolve time (video switching
time).
Effect Ctrl 3
OFF, CC01CC31,
CC64CC95,
Bender, Ch
Aftertouch
Specifies the controller used to control

the video effect.
Keyboard
Range Lower
FA-06: C2C7
Keyboard
Range Upper
FA-08: A0C8
Effect Ctrl 1
Effect Ctrl 2
OFF, Assignable
Turn this Assignable if you want

note data to switch images. Normally,
program change messages are used
to switch images, so you would leave
this OFF.
Connect a MIDI cable from this units MIDI Out connector

to the MIDI In connector of your Visual Control or V-LINK
compatible device.
* Youll need a MIDI cable (sold separately) in order to
connect this unit to a device that supports Visual Control.
Visual Control or V-LINK
compatible equipment
MIDI IN connector
MIDI OUT connector
Information about the FA itself (Information)

Here you can view the software version of the FA and the status of
expansion sounds.
Display
Explanation
System Version
Displays the FAs software version.

Displays information about expansion sounds.
Expansion
MEMO
DAW
Note Message
Enabled
Specifies the range of keys that will

switch images.
Connection examples
Pads
OFF, CC01CC31,
CC64CC95,
Bender, Ch
Aftertouch
Dissolve Time
Ctrl
V-LINK is Rolands proprietary

specification that allows visual expression
to be linked with musical performance Video equipment
that is compatible with V-LINK can be connected to
electronic musical instruments via their MIDI ports, making
it easy to enjoy a variety of visual effects that are linked with
the performance.
Sampler
116
What is V-LINK?
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Clip Ch
* The Visual Control Local Switch

setting is not saved. It will
automatically be ON when you
turn on the power.
Editing
OFF, ON
MIDI Visual Control is an internationally-used

recommended practice that was added to the
MIDI specification so that visual expression
could be linked with musical performance Video equipment
that is compatible with MIDI Visual Control can be connected
to electronic musical instruments via MIDI in order to control
video equipment in tandem with a performance.
Performance
Functions
Visual Control
Local Switch
What is MIDI Visual Control?
Performing
Value
Overview
Parameter
A wide variety of tones from the Axial sound

library site can be added to the FA.
MEMO
You can use the function buttons to make the following settings.
Explanation
[2] (MVC Sw)
Turns the Visual Control function on/off.
[3] (Send Reset)
Sends a reset all controllers message to the MIDI

Visual Control device.
[4] (Local Sw)
Turns the Visual Control Local Switch on/off.
Settings
Button
Appendix
103
About the Wireless LAN Function

What is Wireless LAN Function?
2. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless g WPS.

The WPS screen appears.
By inserting the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold

separately) into the FAs USB FOR UPDATE port, youll be able to
use wireless-compatible applications (such as the Air Recorder
iPhone app).
iPhone etc.
Wireless LAN access point

(e.g., wireless LAN router)
FA
Wireless USB Adapter

(WNA1100-RL; sold
separately)
Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN
Items required to use the wireless LAN function

**Wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately)
**Wireless LAN access point (e.g., wireless LAN router) *1 *2 *3

**iPhone or iPod touch etc.
*1 The wireless LAN access point you use must support WPS. If
your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, you can
connect using the procedure described in Connecting to a
Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (SELECT ACCESS
POINT) (p.105).
*2 The ability to connect with all kinds of wireless LAN access
points is not guaranteed.
*3 If youre unable to connect to the wireless LAN access point, try
connecting using Ad-Hoc mode (p. 106).
Basic Connection Method (Connect

by WPS)
The first time you connect the FA to a wireless network, youll need
to perform the following procedure (WPS) to join the wireless
network.
3. Perform the WPS operation on your wireless LAN access

point (e.g., press the WPS button on your wireless LAN
access point).
For details on WPS operation of your wireless LAN access point,
refer to the documentation for your wireless LAN access point.
4. Press the [6] (OK) button of the FA.

Once successfully connected, the status (WIRELESS STATUS) screen
(p. 105) appears.
5. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the top screen.

You can use the wireless connection from an iPhone app such as
Air Recorder. Choose FA-06 08 in the instrument select screen of
your iPhone app.
NOTE
The device (e.g., iPhone) running the app must be connected to
the same network.
MEMO
The connection data is stored in memory when you perform
the WPS procedure; the device will automatically connect to the
wireless network the next time.
All connection data will be erased if you perform a factory reset.
Connection data is not included in a backup saved in the SD
card.
Icons in the display

The wireless LAN status is shown in the upper part of the
display.
This procedure is required only the first time. (Once youve joined
the network, this procedure will no longer be necessary.)
What is WPS?
This is a standard that makes it easy to make security
settings when connecting to a wireless LAN access point. We
recommend that you use WPS when connecting to a wireless
LAN access point.
1. Insert the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold

separately) into the FAs USB MEMORY port.
NOTE
Never turn off the power or disconnect the wireless USB Adapter
while the screen indicates Processing...
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Icon
Explanation
Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point.
Three bars are used to indicate the signal level (the
strength of the connected wireless LAN access points
radio signal).
The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not connected
with a wireless LAN access point.
The wireless USB adapter is not inserted (nothing is
displayed).
Ad-Hoc mode (p. 106).
You can view or edit the wireless settings.
Status Indication (WIRELESS STATUS)

1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless.
The WIRELESS STATUS screen appears.
This method lets you connect by choosing a wireless LAN access

point from the list that is displayed.
* Wireless standards 802.11g/n (2.4 GHz) and authentication
methods WPA/WPA2 are supported.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless g Select AP.

The SELECT ACCESS POINT screen appears.
Performing
This shows the wireless LAN status.
Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point

That You Select (SELECT ACCESS POINT)
Overview
Wireless LAN Function Settings
Performance
Functions
A symbol is shown for the currently-connected wireless

LAN access point.
Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point.
You can update the list by pressing the [6] (Refresh) button.
The identifier (name) of the connected wireless LAN

access point is shown.
2. Choose the wireless LAN access point to which you want

to connect, and press the [7] (Select) button.
A connection with the wireless LAN access point is

being established.
NOT CONNECTED
The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not

connected to a wireless LAN access point.
If youre using this wireless LAN access point for the first time,
youll proceed to the authorization (WIRELESS STATUS) screen.
NOT AVAILABLE
The wireless USB adapter is not inserted.
If this is a wireless LAN access point to which you have

connected in the past, just press the [7] (Select) button and
youll be connected. Once successfully connected, youll be
returned to the status (Wireless Status) screen.
Ad-Hoc mode.
AD-HOC MODE
The Ad-Hoc SSID and Ad-Hoc Key are shown.

For details, refer to Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode
(Ad-Hoc Mode) (p.106).
What the function buttons do

Explanation
[2] (Select AP)
Move to a screen where you can choose a wireless

LAN access point and connect to it.
[3] (WPS)
Move to a screen for performing WPS.
[4] (Options)
Make settings for Wireless ID or Ad-Hoc mode (p. 106).
[5] (Information)
View the IP address and MAC address.
Authorization screen (AUTHORIZATION)

3. Enter the security code (passphrase) of your wireless LAN
access point, and press the [7] (OK) button.
For details on how to enter characters, refer to Saving a Studio

Set (p.45).
Pads
Button
You will be connected to the selected wireless LAN access point.
Sampler
NOW CONNECTING
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
CONNECTED
Explanation
Editing
Display
* You cannot enter a space at the end of the passphrase.
DAW
Settings
Once successfully connected, youll be returned to the status

(WIRELESS STATUS) screen.
Appendix
105
Other Settings (WIRELESS OPTIONS)

Make settings for Wireless ID or Ad-Hoc mode.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless g Options.

The WIRELESS OPTIONS screen appears.
1. Select the [MENU] button Wireless g Options.

The WIRELESS OPTIONS screen appears.
2. Turn the Ad-Hoc Mode ON.

You can use Channel to specify a channel (111) for Ad-Hoc mode.
Normally, you wont need to change the channel. Try changing the
channel only if you have problems connecting.
3. Press the [EXIT] button to access the WIRELESS STATUS

screen.
Parameter
Explanation
Specifies the final digits of the FAs device name
and Ad-Hoc SSID (FA) that will be shown as the
instrument in the wirelessly connected app.
Wireless ID
Normally, you should specify 0, but if you have

more than one of the same instrument, you can set
the Wireless ID in the range of 199 to change the
device name and Ad-Hoc SSID for each instrument,
as follows.
If Wireless ID = 0, FA-06 08 (default value)
If Wireless ID = 1, FA-06 08_1
:
If Wireless ID = 99, FA-06 08_99
Ad-Hoc Mode
Turns Ad-Hoc mode on/off.
Ad-Hoc Channel
Specifies the channel (111) for Ad-Hoc mode.
Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode (Ad-Hoc Mode)
MEMO
The Ad-Hoc SSID (FA-06 08) will be the value that you specified
in the WIRELESS OPTIONS screen Wireless ID setting.
4. On the iPhone or other wireless device that you want
to connect, select the Ad-Hoc SSID shown in the above

screen to make the connection. (For example, on an
iPhone, choose [Settings] g [Wi-Fi] g [Choose a
Network] to select the above Ad-Hoc SSID. A password
entry screen appears; enter the above Ad-Hoc key.)
For details on how to connect to a wireless LAN from an iPhone or

other device, refer to the owners manual of that device.
5. When you want to end the Ad-Hoc mode connection,

restore the iPhone settings in [Settings] g [Wi-Fi] g
[Choose a Network] to their previous state.
Heres how to connect in Ad-Hoc mode.
What is Ad-Hoc mode?

Ad-Hoc mode lets you connect the FA directly to an iPhone
or other wireless device without using a wireless LAN access
point. This is a convenient way to use the FA with an iPhone
or other wireless device if youre in a location where the
wireless LAN access point you normally use is unavailable,
such as when youre away from home.
FA
iPhone etc.
The Ad-Hoc SSID (FA-06 08) and the Ad-Hoc Key (a five-character
text string) will be displayed.
Checking the IP Address and MAC

Address (WIRELESS INFORMATION)
Heres how to check the IP address and MAC address.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless g Information.
Wireless USB Adapter

(WNA1100-RL; sold
separately)
Wireless LAN
Limitations
The iPod touch or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc
mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with
another wireless device. However, an iPhone or other wireless
device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the
Internet via the cellular connection.
Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet
connectivity, you may incur costs depending on your rate plan.
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MEMO
The MAC address shows
the value indicated on the
bottom of the wireless USB
adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold
separately).
Overview
Performing
Provides troubleshooting information and lists error messages.
Editing
About SD Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Performance
Functions
10: Appendix
Chord Memory List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Error Message List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Sampler
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
MIDI Implementation Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Pads
Main Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
DAW
Settings
Appendix
About SD Cards
When using a commercially available SD card, insert it as follows.
1. Remove the screws from the rear panel SD card protector.

When this unit is shipped from the factory, the SD card protector
screws are installed as shown in the illustration. To remove the card
protector, you must first use a phillips screwdriver to remove the
screws.
Preparing an SD card for use

When using a commercially available SD card with the FA,
you must first format it as described in Initializing an SD
Card (Format SD Card) (p.96). However, dont format the SD
card thats included with the FA. If you format the included
SD card, youll lose all of the demo song data that was on the
card.
Once you format an SD card, the data that used to be on
it cannot be recovered. We recommend that you back up
the data as described in Backing-Up SD Card Data to a
Computer (p.96).
The memory card write protect feature (LOCK)
NOTE
Never turn off the power or disconnect the SD cards while the
screen indicates Processing...
Never remove the SD card while the writing is in progress.
2. Pull out the included SD card, insert your SD card into the
slot, and then reattach the SD card protector.
The contents of the memory card can

be protected by write protecting it.
To write protect a card, slide the write
protect switch on the side of the
memory card to the LOCK position.
Unlock write protect to delete data on
the card.
Write protect
switch
The folder structure of an SD card

EXPORT TRACK folder
Carefully insert the SD
cards all the way inuntil it
is firmly in place.
WAV files created by multi-track export are saved

here.
EXPORT STEREO MIX folder
WAV files created by two-track export are saved
here.
EXPORT SAMPLE folder
* Some SD card types or SD cards from some manufacturers may

not record or play back properly on the FA.
* All SD cards eventually wear out. We recommend that you
consider the SD card not as a permanent storage site, but as
a place to store data temporarily. We also recommend that
you back up important data onto the another media that is
supported by your unit.
WAV files of exported samples are saved here.
EXPORT SMF folder

Exported SMF files are saved here.
IMPORT folder
Files that you want to import to the FA should be
copied here.
ROLAND folder
FA songs and backup data are saved here.
BACKUP folder
Backup data is saved here.
FA folder
SCREEN SAVER folder
Screen saver data is saved
here.
SONG folder
Songs and sample data are
saved here.
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Chord Memory List

01: Pop 1
Constituent Notes of Chord Forms
C3, G3, D4, E4
C#3, C4, D#4, F4
D3, F4, A3, C4
D#3, A#3, D4, G4
E3, C4, D4, G4
F2, A3, E4, G4
F#2, A3, D4, E4
G2, D4, E4, G4
G#2, C4, D4, F4
A2, A3, C4, F4
A#2, A#3, D4, G4
B2, B3, D4, G4
Chord Name
Cmaj9
C#dim7
D-9
D#dim7
E-7
Fmaj9
F#-7 (b5)
G7sus4 (9 13)
G#dim7
A-9
C7(on Bb)
B-7(b5)

C3, E3, B3, D4
C#3, G3, A#3, E4
D3, F3, C4, E4
D#3, A3, C4, F#4
E3, B3, D4, G4
F3, A3, E4, G4
F#3, A3, C4, E4
G2, A3, C4, F4
G#2, B3, D4, F4
A2, B3, C4, G4
A#2, G3, C4, E4
B2, A3, D4, F4

C3, E4, G4, C5
C#3, E4, G4, A#4
D3, D4, F4, A4
D#3, F#4, A4, C5
E3, E4, G4, B4
F3, F4, A4, C5
F#3, E4, A4, C5
G3, D4, G4, B4
G#3, D4, F4, B4
A2, E4, A4, C5
A#2, D4, F4, A#4
B2, D4, F4, B4
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Chord Name
CDb
Ddim
Eb
Edim7
FGbdim7
GAb
A-7(b5)
Bb
Bdim7

C3, D#4, G4, C5
C#3, C#4, F4, G#4
D3, D4, F4, G#4
D#3, D#4, G4, A#4
E3, C#4, G4, A#4
F2, C4, F4, G#4
F#2, C4, D#4, A4
G2, A#3, D4, G4
G#2, C4, D#4, G#4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, D4, F4, A#4
B2, D4, F4, G#4
Sampler

C3, E3, A3, D4
C#3, F3, B3, E4
D3, F3, C4, E4
D#3, G3, C#4, F#4
E3, G#3, D4, G4
F3, A3, E4, G4
F#3, A#3, E4, A4
G2, F3, B3, E4
G#2, F#3, C4, F4
A2, G3, C4, D4
A#2, G#3, C4, D4
B2, A3, D4, E4
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Chord Name
C6 9
C#7(#9)
D-9
D#7(#9)
E#7(#9)
Fmaj9
F#7(#9)
G7(13)
G#7(13)
A-7(11)
Bb9
B-7(11)
09: Trad Min 2
Chord Name
Cmaj9
Dbmaj7
Dmaj9
Ebmaj9
Emaj9
Fmaj9
Gbmaj9
Gmaj9
Abmaj9
Amaj9
Bbmaj9
Bmaj9

C3, E3, G3, B3, D4
C#3, F3, G#3, C4, D#4
D3, F#3, A3, C#4, E4
D#3, G3, A#3, D4, F4
E3, G#3, B3, D#4, F#4
F3, A3, C4, E4, G4
F#3, A#3, C#4, F4, G#4
G3, B3, D4, F#4, A4
G#3, C4, D#4, G4, A#4
A3, C#4, E4, G#4, B4
A#3, D4, F4, A4, C5
B3, D#4, F#4, A#4, C#5
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Chord Name
CDb
Ddim
Eaug
EFGbdim7
G
Ab
A-7(b5)
Bb
Bdim

C3, D#4, G4, C5
C#3, C#4, F4, G#4
D3, D4, F4, G#4
D#3, D#4, G4, B4
E3, E4, G4, B4
F2, C4, F4, G#4
F#2, C4, D#4, A4
G2, B3, D4, G4
G#2, G#4, D#4, C4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, D4, F4, A#4
B2, D4, F4, B4
Chord Name
C-add9
Dbmaj7
D-7(b5)
Ebmaj7
Edim7
F-7(9)
Gbdim7
G-7
Abmaj7
A-7(b5)
Bb7sus4(9 13)
Bdim7

C3, D4, D#4, G4
C#3, G#3, C4, F4
D3, C4, F4, G#4
D#3, A#3, D4, G4
E3, A#3, C#4, G4
F2, G#3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, D#4
G2, A#3, D4, F4
G#2, C4, D#4, G4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, G#3, C4, D#4
B2, G#3, D4, F4
DAW

C3, E3, A3, D4
C#3, F3, B3, D#4
D3, F3, C4, E4
D#3, G3, C#4, F4
E3, G3, D4, F#4
F2, G#3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, E4
G2, F3, B3, D#4
G#2, F#3, C4, F4
A2, G3, C#4, F4
A#2, G#3, D4, G4
B2, A3, D4, E4
Pads
Chord Name
C6 9
C#9
D-9
D#9
E-9
F-9
F#-7(b5)
G7(b13)
G#7(13)
A7(b13)
Bb7(13)
B-7(11)
05: Jazz 3
10: Pop Min 1
Appendix
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Settings
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
08: Trad Min 1
04: Jazz 2
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Chord Name
C
C#dim7
DD#dim7
EF
F#-7(b5)
G
G#dim7
ABb
Bdim
07: Trad Maj
03: Jazz 1
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B

C3, A#3, D4, E4
C#3, F3, B3, D#4
D3, F#3, C4, E4
D#3, G3, C#4, F4
E3, G#3, D4, G4
F2, A3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, D#4
G2, F3, B3, E4
G#2, B3, D4, F4
A2, G3, C#4, F4
A#2, G#3, D4, G4
B2, A3, D4, F4
Editing
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Chord Name
C7(9)
C#7(9)
D7(9)
D#7(9)
E7(#9)
F7(9)
F#dim7
G7(13)
G#dim7
A7(b13)
Bb7(13)
B-7(b5)
Performance
Functions
02: Pop 2
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Performing
Chord Name
Cadd9
C#maj9
D-7
D#maj7
Cadd9 (on E)
Fmaj9
Dadd9 (on F#)
Cadd9 (on G)
F-6 (on Ab)
F (on A)
G- (on Bb)
G (on B)
Overview
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
06: Blues
109
Chord Memory List

11: Pop Min 2
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
16: 5th Stack

Chord Name
C-add9
Eb7(on Db)
D-7(b5)
Ebmaj7
Emaj7(9)
F-7(9)
Gbdim7
G7(b13)
Abmaj7
A-7(b5)
C-7(on Bb)
C-maj7(B)

C3, D4, D#4, G4
C#3, A#3, D#4, G4
D3, G#3, C4, F4
D#3, A#3, D4, G4
E3, G#3, D#4, F#4
F2, G#3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, D#4
G2, F3, B3, D#4
G#2, C4, D#4, G4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, C4, D#4, G4
B2, D4, D#4, G4
12: Jazz Min 1

Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Chord Name
C-7(11)
Db7(#9)
D-7(b5)
Ebaug maj7
E7(9)
F7(9)
Gbdim7
G7(#9)
Abmaj7(#11)
A-7(b5)
Bb-7
Bdim7
Chord Name
C-7(9)
Db7(9)
D-7(9)
Eb7(9)
Emaj7(9)
F-7(9)
Gbdim7
G7(13)
Ab-6
A-7(b5)
Bb-7
B-7(b5)

C3, D#3, A#3, D4
C#3, F3, B3, D#4
D3, F3, C4, E4
D#3, G3, C#4, F4
E2, G#3, D#4, F#4
F2, G#3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, D#4
G2, F3, B3, E4
G#2, B3, D#4, F4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, G#3, C#4, F4
B2, A3, D4, F4
Chord Name
-------------------------

C4, C5
C#4, C#5
D4, D5
D#4, D#5
E4, E5
F4, F5
F#4, F#5
G4, G5
G#4, G#5
A4, A5
A#4, A#5
B4, B5
Chord Name
-------------------------

C4, F4
C#4, F#4
D4, G4
D#4, G#4
E4, A4
F4, A#4
F#4, B4
G4, C5
G#4, C#5
A4, D5
A#4, D#5
B4, E5
14: Oct Stack

Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
15: 4th Stack

Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
110
Chord Name
-------------------------

C4, G4
C#4, G#4
D4, A4
D#4, A#4
E4, B4
F4, C5
F#4, C#5
G4, D5
G#4, D#5
A4, E5
A#4, F5
B4, F#5
Chord Name
Major Scale
Major Pentatonic Scale
Minor Scale
Harmonic Minor Scale
Melodic Minor Scale
Whole Tone Scale
Blue note Scale
Japanese Minor
Ryukyu Scale
Bari Scale
Spanish Scale
Gypsy Scale

C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, B4
C4, D4, E4, G4, A4
C4, D4, D#4, F4, G4, G#4, A#4
C4, D4, D#4, F4, G4, G#4, B4
C4, D4, D#4, F4, G4, A4, B4
C4, D4, E4, F#4, G#4, A#4
C4, D#4, F4, F#4, G4, A#4
C4, C#4, F4, G4, A#4
C4, E4, F4, G4, B4
C4, C#4, D#4, G4, G#4
C4, C#4, E4, F4, G4, G#4, A#4
C4, C#4, E4, F4, G4, G#4, B4
17: Scale Set

C3, A#3, D#4, F4
C#3, F3, B3, E4
D3, C4, F4, G#4
D#3, B3, D4, G4
E2, G#3, D4, F#4
F2, A3, D#4, G4
F#2, A3, C4, D#4
G2, B3, F4, A#4
G#2, C4, D4, G4
A2, C4, D#4, G4
A#2, G#3, C#4, F4
B2, G#3, D4, F4
13: Jazz Min 2

Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
Assign Key
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
* To change the key of a chord set, change the value for KEY in the
CHORD MEMORY screen.
The illustration below shows how to determine the key of the song
from the key signature (the number of and symbols).
fig.KEY.eps
Block Diagram
Overview
USB
COMPUTER
LINE
GUITAR/MIC
FA
Performing
AUDIO IN
USB Audio
Output Select
AUDIO OUT
ADC
STUDIO SET
PART 15
PART 16
MFX
Performance
Functions
NS
PART 10 (DRUM PART)

PART 3
PART 2
TONE
PART 1
DRUM
Inst
Output
Assign
INST/PARTIAL
DRUM KIT
DRUM
INST 62
DRUM
INST 01
COMP+EQ 6
COMP+EQ 5
COMP+EQ 4
COMP+EQ 3
COMP+EQ 2
COMP+EQ 1
TFX
MFX
EQ
LEVEL
MIC Reverb
Editing
EQ
LEVEL
DRUM
Comp+EQ
Output
Assign
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
IFX
Sampler
TFX Location
Reverb
Chorus
M.COMP/IFX Select
SAMPLER
Master
Comp
Pads
DAW
USB Audio Input Destination
Master
EQ
TFX
Settings
SAMPLING MODE
Appendix
DAC
DAC
PHONES
SUB
OUTPUT
(STEREO)
MAIN
OUTPUT
(R)
MAIN
OUTPUT
(L/MONO)
111
Error Message List

If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error message appears.
Refer to the explanation for the error message that appears, and take the appropriate action.
Message
Meaning
Action
Cannot Import!
Sound data cannot be imported.
An import destination has not been selected. Select the import destination
(p. 95).
File Not Selected!
No file is selected.
Select a file.
This is a file that the FA is unable to play.
Do not use this file.
The audio file format is invalid.
Use a WAV/AIFF file that complies with the guidelines (p. 16).
The format of an SMF you intend to import to an arpeggio style or

rhythm pattern must be Format 0.
Make sure that the SMF youre importing is in Format 0.
The SMF you attempted to import cannot be loaded into the FA.
SMF data that contains a time signature other than the time signature
specified in the Pattern Time Signature (p. 50) setting cannot be loaded by the
FA. You need to change the time signature data of the SMF.
Incorrect File!
Execute the factory reset operation (p. 95).
Memory Damaged!
The contents of internal memory may have been damaged.
MIDI Buffer Full!
An unusually large amount of MIDI data was received, and could not
be processed.
Reduce the amount of MIDI messages that are being transmitted.
MIDI Offline!
The MIDI IN connection was broken.
Check that there is no problem with the MIDI cable connected to the FAs MIDI
IN, and that the MIDI cable was not disconnected.
Now Playing!
Since the FA is playing, this operation cannot be executed.
Stop playback before you execute the operation.
Now Recording!
Since the FA is recording, this operation cannot be executed.
Stop recording before you execute the operation.
Permission Denied!
The operation could not be performed because the read-only attribute

is set for the folder or file.
Use your computer to clear the read-only attribute of the file or folder.
The FA was unable to start up.

Program Error!
The program could not be read correctly. Alternatively, the system

update program may be invalid.
If this does not solve the problem, contact your dealer or customer support.
Use the correct program to perform the update once again.

Data could not be read from the SD card.
Make sure that SD card is correctly inserted (p. 108).
The file is damaged.
Do not use this file.
The allowable sampling time has been exceeded.
The allowable number of measures for realtime recording has been

exceeded.
Rec Over Flow
Since a large amount of recorded data was input all at once, it could
not be processed correctly.
Reduce the amount of recorded data.
Rhythm Pattern Full!
The maximum number of notes that can be recorded in one rhythm

pattern has been exceeded; the rhythm pattern cannot be recorded
any further.
Delete unneeded data from the rhythm pattern that youre recording.
Sample Length Too

Short!
The sample is too short, and cannot be edited correctly.
If the sample is extremely short, editing may not produce the desired result.
Song Full!
Since the maximum number of notes that can be recorded in a song or

phrase has been exceeded, no further recording/editing is possible.
Use the Track Modify operations Delete or Erase to remove unneeded data
from the song that youre recording or editing (p. 64).
System Memory
Damaged!
The contents of system memory may be damaged.
Read Error!
Rec Length Too Long!
The SD card format is invalid.

SD Card Error!
Data cannot be read from the SD card.

Data cannot be written to the SD card.
Execute the factory reset operation (p. 95).

Use the FA to format the SD card (p. 96).
Make sure that the SD card is correctly inserted (p. 108).
SD Card Full!
There is insufficient space on the SD card.
Delete unneeded data (p. 73).
SD Card Locked!
Writing or erasure are not possible because the SD card is locked.
Turn off the power, remove the SD card, and unlock it.
The SD card is not inserted, or is inserted incompletely.

SD Card Not Ready!
The SD card was removed after you selected data that was on the SD
card.
Turn off the unit, firmly insert the SD card, and then turn on the unit once
again (p. 19, p. 108).
The format of the SD card is invalid.
Too Much Data!
The SMF youre importing to an arpeggio style or rhythm pattern

contains too much data.
Keep the SMF data within 500 notes (note-on/off ) for an arpeggio style, and
within 4,000 events for a rhythm pattern.
You Cannot Erase
This message cannot be erased.
Data could not be written to the SD card.
Make sure that SD card is correctly inserted (p. 108).
The format of the SD card is invalid.
Write Error!
112
Troubleshooting
Problem
Action
Page
The unit turns off

unexpectedly
Check the Auto Off system setting.
The FA will automatically be turned off when no operation has been

performed for a certain length of time. (At the factory settings, the
power will be turned off after 4 hours.)
p. 97
Power wont turn on
Are the included AC adaptor and power cord correctly

connected to an outlet and to the FA?
Do not use any AC adaptor or power cord other than the supplied
items. Doing so will cause malfunctions.
Overview
Items to check
Overall problems
If you want the FA to stay on, change the Auto Off system setting to
OFF.
Problems with the sound

Turn on the power of the connected amp or speaker.
Adjust the volume of the connected equipment.
Could the [VOLUME] knob be set to the minimum level?
Adjust the [VOLUME] knob.
p. 19
Are your amp, speakers, headphones, etc., connected

correctly?
Correctly connect your amp, speakers, and headphones.
p. 8
Can you connect headphones and hear sound through

them?
If you hear sound through your headphones, it may be that there

is a broken connection cable, or that your amp or mixer have
malfunctioned. Check your connection cables and equipment once
again.
For details on the parameters, refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
Could you be using a connection cable that contains a

resistor?
Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
If pressing the keyboard does not produce sound, could

the Local switch be turned off?
Turn the Local Switch ON.
p. 100
Could the tones partials be turned off?
Turn the Partial Switch ON.
p. 49
Could the level setting be too low?
In the Sound system settings, check the Master Level setting.
p. 100
Are the effect settings correct?
Check the effect on/off settings. Also check settings such as the effect
levels.
p. 52
Has the expansion sound data been loaded correctly?
If the settings of the sound use a tone, wave, or instrument of an

expansion sound, make sure that the corresponding expansion sound
data is loaded correctly.
p. 103
Step on the pedal, move your hand above the D-BEAM controller, and
Could the volume have been lowered by a pedal
check settings of the other controllers.
operation, a D-BEAM controller operation, or a MIDI
message (volume or expression) received from an external
MIDI device?
Adjust the Level setting to raise the volume of the part that you dont
hear.
p. 44
No sound from a specific

part
Pitch is wrong
Could the part be muted?
Turn the mute off.
Could the part be assigned as the pad part?
If a part is assigned as the pad part, it will not play the sound engine.
Check the pad part setting.
p. 58
Could the Rx Switch of the part be turned off?
Turn the Rx Switch ON.
p. 44
Could a key range be set?
If you dont hear sound from a specific range of keys, check the key
range settings.
p. 44
Could you be applying an effect that intentionally distorts

the sound?
If the sound of a specific tone or part is distorted, lower the volume of

that tone or part.
Could the [VOLUME] knob be set too high?
If the overall sound is distorted, lower the [VOLUME] knob.
p. 19
Could the Output Gain be raised excessively?
In the Sound system settings, check the Output Gain setting.
p. 100
Could a system effect be applied?
It may be that the Master EQ or TFX settings are making the sound
distort. Check the Master EQ and TFX settings.
p. 54
p. 100
p. 44
p. 44, p. 46
Could the FAs tuning be incorrect?
In the Sound system settings, check the Master Tune setting.
Could the pitch have been changed by a pedal operation

or by a pitch bend message received from an external
MIDI device?
Check the pedal and the pitch bender.
p. 41, p. 42
Could the Coarse Tune, Fine Tune, or Master Tune

parameters be set?
Check the Coarse Tune, Fine Tune, and Master Tune settings.
p. 99, p. 100
Notes will be interrupted if more than 128 notes are

sounded simultaneously.
Reduce the number of layers in the studio set youre using. Increase the
voice reserve setting for layers in which notes must not drop out.
p. 44
Check the system setting Hold Pedal Polarity.
p. 98
Notes remain sounding

Could the polarity of the hold pedal be reversed?
when you play the keyboard
113
Appendix
Notes are broken off
hear.
Settings
Sound is distorted
Could the volume of the part have been lowered?
DAW
No sound from a specific

range of keys
Pads
Check the expression messages that are being transmitted by your

external MIDI device.
Sampler
hear.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
No sound
Check the various Output Assign settings.
Editing
Are the settings for the output destination correct?
Performance
Functions
Is the connected amp or speaker powered up?

Could the volume of a connected device have been
lowered?
Performing
p. 8
Troubleshooting
Problem
Items to check
Sound is still heard from the

opposite side as well even
Could effects be applied?
when panned all the way to
one side
Notes played in a high
register sound funny
Action
Since the FAs internal effects are stereo, applying an insert effect will
allow effect sound to be heard from the opposite side even if the
source sound is panned all the way to one side.
When you play high notes on the FA, you might hear notes
This is usually because you have exceeded the highest note that the FA
that fail to sound, whose pitch fails to rise, or a noise that
is able to produce, and wont occur with the notes you would normally
changes depending on the note you play (a warbling,
use. This does not indicate a malfunction.
chirping, rustling, beeping, etc.)
Page
Turn the parts Arpeggio Switch ON.

Cant play arpeggios
Could the parts Arpeggio Switch be OFF?
Pitch sometimes fails to rise

when playing legato
When the Legato Switch is ON and Legato Retrigger

is OFF, and you hold down a low note and play a high
note to produce a legato effect, the pitch might stop at a
certain point and fail to rise as far as you expect because
the upper limit of the wave data has been exceeded.
If the tone uses multiple waves, and each of these waves
has a different upper limit, the result might no longer
sound mono.
When you press a pad, the

sound plays and does not
stop
Could the [HOLD] button be lit?
When you use Favorites to

recall a sound, the sound
is different than when you
registered it
The registered content differs depending on the

performance mode in which you registered the favorite.
If youre using multi part play mode, arpeggios cannot be played unless
the parts Arpeggio SWITCH is ON, even if the [ARPEGGIO] button
is on.
If you want to make large changes in the pitch, you should turn Legato
Retrigger ON.
p. 44
For details on the parameters, refer to Parameter Guide (PDF).
Press the [HOLD] button once again so the light goes out.
Check the performance mode, and then re-register the favorite.
The keyboard wont play the

Could you have changed the Rx Channel of the pad part?
sound of the pad part
If you registered the favorite in single play mode, only the tone settings
are recalled. If you want studio set settings such as reverb to be recalled
as well, select multi part play mode, save the studio set, and register it
as a favorite.
Set the pad part number to match the Rx Channel number.
p. 28
p. 44
Problems with the effects
Effect not applied
You specified a delay time

value (for example for
multi-effect DELAY) as a
note value, but theres a
limit beyond which the
delay time will not change
Could the effect switch be off?
Check the on/off setting of each effect.
Check the send level to each effect.
The effect wont be obtained if the send level to that effect is set at 0.
Even if the send levels to the effect is set above 0, the effect wont be
applied if the multi-effect level, or reverb level are set to 0. Check each
of these settings.
Check the delay time setting.
Since the delay time has an upper limit, specifying the delay time
as a note value and then slowing down the tempo may reach this
upper limit. The maximum delay time is the highest value that can be
specified numerically (i.e., other than in terms of a note value).
p. 52
p. 53
For PCM synth tones, you can use matrix control to control the tone in
real time.
The Modulation or other
controller is always on
Check the matrix control settings.
Matrix control uses MIDI messages such as incoming MIDI control

changes as a source to modify the parameters of a tone.
p. 47
Depending on these settings, the FA may respond to MIDI messages

from an external MIDI device and be in an unexpected state.
Problems with the sequencer
Are Receive GM System On and Receive GM2 System On
turned ON?
Turn Receive GM System On and Receive GM2 System On ON.
Are you trying to start playback from midway through the

song?
The beginning of a GM score song contains a GM/GM 2 system on

message. In some cases, a GM score cannot be played back correctly
unless this message is received
Are you trying to play song data designed for the GS

Format?
Data created exclusively for the Sound Canvas Series may not play back
properly on the FA.
After recording, there is no

sound when you play back
the song
Could the tracks be muted?
Turn mute off.
p. 63
The tempo is different than

the last time I played back
the song.
Did you save the song?
On the FA, if you change the tempo and play back, that new tempo
is not saved unless you save the song to user memory or an SD card.
Conversely, if you save the song, the previous tempo disappears. Be
careful to check the current tempo when you save the song.
p. 74
Could an unwanted program change have been input?
Delete the unwanted program change.
p. 69
Could you have input a program change into the wrong

track?
Check the MIDI channel.
p. 68
In View Select, is any data set not to be displayed?
Change the View Select settings so that the data is displayed.
p. 69
An imported SMF file is not

played correctly
Sounds are switched

without your intention
Data supposed to be
present does not appear in
microscope
114
p. 101
Troubleshooting
Problem
p. 68
In some cases, you may be unable to hear any sound after playing the
last song that was faded-out. This may be because the volume has
been lowered by volume messages or expression messages. Check the
value of these messages, and set them to appropriate values.
Are more than 128 voices playing simultaneously?
Reduce the number of voices. With certain sounds like continuous

sounds with long releases, even though the actual sound may not be
audible to you, processing for playing the sound is still underway, so
in these cases as well, the performance data can differ from the actual
number of voices being played.
Are you using a tone that uses a lot of LFO?
Try changing to a different tone. LFO processing invariably places a big

load on the machine, so heavy use of the LFO slows down processing
for the FA overall, which can end up having affecting the expression of
sounds themselves.
Editing
Is the data concentrated at the beginning of the beats in

the sequence data?
Performance
Functions
Performances are sluggish,

or have interruptions
Could the song data include Bank Select data that is not
defined on the FA?
It could be that a Bank Select in the song data that is not specified
by the FA was encountered in the song. No sound is played if the
tone group is not one designated by the FA with Bank Select MSB/
LSB. Note that if you omit the Bank Select, and send only the Program
Change, the tone in the currently selected group that has the specified
Program Change number will play. Try resettling the tone using the
panel controls. Furthermore, when selecting tones from an external
MIDI device, be sure to send the Bank Select MSB/LSB and the Program
Change as a single set for reliable reproduction. First sending the MSB
and LSB (the order in which these are sent does not matter), followed
by the Program Change.
Page
Avoid overlapping data with the same timing by setting an offset

of 12 tick instead. Data may easily become concentrated at the
beginning of the beats in the song data when, for example, the song
data is input using Step Recording, or if the data is quantized after
being input with a keyboard in real time.
Change the position of the Program Change. When Program Changes

are inserted in songs, processing time for switching tones increases,
which may then cause the performance to become sluggish.
p. 68
Move the location of the data. System Exclusive messages contain

large amounts of data, thus placing a heavy burden on sequencers and
Is there a System Exclusive message at the point where the
sound modules. Try repositioning data and changing System Exclusive
song performance is sluggish?
messages to Control Changes for any data for which Control Changes
can be substituted.
Sampler
If the data is no longer needed, delete the data.
Save the tones.
If you edit the tones used by a studio set, or if the temporary tones of
the studio set were rewritten from an external MIDI device, youll need
to save those tones as well.
p. 48
Check the effect settings.
It may be that the total effect (tone effect) and master effect (system
effect) settings were changed.
p. 52
Arpeggio and controller

settings differ between
studio sets
Check the arpeggio and controller settings.
Arpeggio and controller settings are independently saved for each

studio set.
Pads
Is there an Aftertouch or other such large Control Change

at the point where the song performance is sluggish?
Problems with saving
A studio set sounds
different than when you
saved it
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Because of this, large amounts of data are sent to the FA, and the
processing for expressing sounds becomes bogged down.
Is there a Program Change at the point where the song
performance is sluggish?
Performing
No sound is played even

when Program Changes
are sent.
Action
Overview
After using a MIDI

sequencer to play a song,
sounds stopped playing
Items to check
p. 33, p. 39
Problems with external MIDI devices
Exclusive messages are not

received
Does the FAs MIDI transmit channel match the connected

devices MIDI receive channel?
Match the FAs transmit channel and your connected devices receive
channel.
p. 90
Could Receive Exclusive be turned OFF?
Turn Receive Exclusive ON.
p. 101
Does the transmitting units Device ID number match the

FAs Device ID number?
Set the Device ID numbers.
p. 101
When the tones bend range

is large (48), the pitch does
not rise to its full extent
when a MIDI pitch bend
message is received
Although a tones bend range can be set in a range of

048, there are some waves for which the pitch cannot rise
to the full extent of the pitch bend message, causing the
pitch to stop rising at a certain point. We guarantee that
the pitch will rise at least to a pitch bend range setting of

12, but please use caution if you specify a bend range that
is greater than this.
p. 90
Problems with the sampling

The sound from an
external input is not stereo
(monaural)
Could the STEREO SW be set to MONO?
Set the STEREO SW to STEREO.
p. 79
115
Appendix
Some DAW software may not soft-thru system exclusive If youre using this type of DAW software, and you want to record
messages.
system exclusive messages, turn on the Local Switch.
Settings
When using DAW software,

operating knobs or other
controls does not affect the
sound
DAW
No sound from an external

MIDI device
Troubleshooting
Problem
Items to check
Action
Page
Is the input level appropriate?
If the input level is too high, the sound will distort. If the input level is
too low, noise will be obtrusive.
p. 79
Adjust the input level to an appropriate setting.
Sampled sound contains

Are the effect settings appropriate?
excessive noise or distortion
Are multiple samples being played simultaneously?
Some types of effect may increase the level louder than the original
sample, or may intentionally distort the sound. Some effects will also
cause noise to be emphasized.
Temporarily turn off effects, and check whether the sample
itself contains noise or distortion. Then adjust the effect settings
appropriately.
Even if the level of each individual sample is appropriate,
simultaneously playing multiple samples may cause the overall level to
be excessively high, causing distortion. Lower the level of each sample
so that the sound is not distorted.
p. 81
Problems with a microphone or external device youre recording

When using the LINE jack: Adjust the volume on the connected device.
Could the input volume be lowered?
External input sound is not
heard, or is too soft
Microphone sound is not

heard, or is too soft
When using the GUITAR/MIC jack: Adjust the rear panel [LEVEL] knob.
p. 80
If the volume is still insufficient, adjust the Audio Input Level.

Are the connection cables connected correctly?
Check the connections.
A connection cable may be broken.
Could you be using a connection cable that contains a

resistor?
Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
Are the microphone cable connected correctly?
Check the connection.
A microphone cable may be broken.
Could the microphone volume be lowered?

Could the [MIC/GUITAR] switch be set to GUITAR?
Adjust the rear panel [LEVEL] knob.

If the volume is still insufficient, adjust the Audio Input Level.
Set the [MIC/GUITAR] switch to MIC.
p. 8
p. 8
p. 80
p. 9
Problems with an SD card

SD card is not recognized
Check the format of the SD card.

Could a strong physical shock have been applied to the
SD card?
Data on the SD card was

damaged
Could the power have been turned off while accessing the Format the SD card on the FA.
SD card?
p. 96
Could you have formatted the card on a computer or

digital camera?
Cant back up to SD card
Could the SD card be write protected?
Disable write protection.
Is there sufficient free space on the SD card?
Use an SD card that has sufficient free space.
Check the format of the SD card. The FA can use SD cards

that are formatted in FAT format.
Format the SD card on the FA.
p. 108
p. 108
Problems with USB connection

The FA is not detected by
the computer
116
Does your computers USB port support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed?
The USB port of the computer to which the FA is connected must

support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.
Troubleshooting
Overview
Problems when connecting to a wireless LAN

* For problems related to communication, refer also to the owners manual of your wireless LAN access point.
* For details on operating your wireless LAN access point, refer to its owners manual.
Problem
Cause/Action
Page
Performing
Check that your wireless LAN access point supports the WPS standard.
If your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, connect using the procedure described in Connecting in Ad-Hoc
mode (Ad-Hoc Mode) (p.106).
The FA does not support the 802.11a and 802.11b wireless standards. Please use 802.11g or 802.11n (both at 2.4 GHz).
WEP authentication is not supported. Please use WPA or WPA2 authentication.
Be sure that your wireless LAN access point is set to use DHCP.
If the FA cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point that it previously could connect to, make sure the Ad-Hoc Mode setting is
set to OFF.
Performance
Functions
Cannot connect to wireless

LAN
You may not be able to connect to the wireless network depending on the condition of the wireless signal. In this case, refer to
the procedure described in Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS) (p.104) and try selecting and connecting to the wireless
LAN access point again.
The FA remembers a limited amount of information about network connections. Once the limit is reached, data from new
connections may overwrite older data.
All connection data will be erased if you perform a factory reset.
If network connection information is erased, repeat the connection procedure and connect again.
Editing
Access Point Not

Supported appears on the
display and the FA cannot
connect to the wireless LAN
access point
The access point is not supported. Please use WPA or WPA2 authentication.
p. 104
Wireless communications may be unstable if the condition of the wireless signal is poor.
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
If the wireless communications are unstable, responsiveness may deteriorate and audio drop-outs may occur.
Connection is unstable
The following may solve the trouble.

Move the FA and the wireless LAN access point closer to each other.
Change the channel setting on the wireless LAN access point.
Is the FA turned on?
Is a wireless USB adapter (WNA1100-RL) connected to the FAs USB MEMORY port?
Is the FA connected to the wireless LAN?
Are the FA and the iPad connected to the same network (i.e., the same wireless LAN access point)?
Sampler
The FA does not appear

among the instruments
connected to your
application
Is the wireless LAN access point set to allow communication among the devices connected to it?
Refer to the wireless LANs documentation for information about the relevant settings.
Is the wireless LAN access point connected to the Internet?
The iPad cannot connect to

the Internet
Pads
Could you be connected in Ad-Hoc mode?

The iPad or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with another
wireless device. However, an iPad or other wireless device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the Internet
via the cellular connection. Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet connectivity, you may incur costs
depending on your rate plan.
DAW
Settings
Appendix
117
MIDI Implementation Chart

Sound generator section
Date : Jan. 1, 2014
Version : 1.00
Model FA-06/08
Transmitted
Function...
Basic
Channel
Default
Changed
116
116
116
116
Mode
Default
Message
Altered
Mode 3
Mono, Poly
Mode 3
Mode 3, 4 (M=1)
0127
0127
Note
Number
: True Voice
**************
0127
**************
Velocity
Note On
Note Off
o
o
o
o
After
Touch
Keys
Channels
x
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
x
x
x
o
o
*1
**************
o
*1
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o (Tone Modify 1)
o (Tone Modify 2)
o (Tone Modify 3)
o (Tone Modify 4)
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o (Tone Variation 1)
o
o (Reverb)
o (Chorus)
x
x
o
o
*1
0127
Pitch Bend
Control Change
Program
Change
0, 32
1
2
4
5
6, 38
7
10
11
16
17
18
19
64
65
66
67
68
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
80
81
82
83
84
91
93
131, 3395
96, 97
98, 99
100, 101
131, 33127
: True Number
System Exclusive
*3
System
Common
: Song Position
: Song Select
: Tune
x
x
x
x
x
x
System
Realtime
: Clock
: Commands
x
x
o
x
Aux
Messages
: All Sound Off

: Reset All Controllers
: Local On/Off
: All Notes Off
: Active Sensing
: System Reset
x
x
x
x
o
x
o
o
x
o (123127)
o
x
Notes
Mode 1: Omni On, Poly
Mode 3: Omni Off, Poly
118
Recognized
*1
Remarks
*2
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
Bank select
Modulation
Breath type
Foot type
Portamento time
Data entry
Volume
Panpot
Expression
General purpose controller 1
Hold 1
Portamento
Sostenuto
Soft
Legato foot switch
Resonance
Release time
Attack time
Cutoff
Decay time
Vibrato rate
Vibrato depth
Vibrato delay
Portamento control
General purpose effect 1
General purpose effect 3
General purpose controller
Increment, Decrement
NRPN LSB, MSB
RPN LSB, MSB
DAW CONTROL
Program Number 1128
*1
*1 O X is selectable.
*2 Recognized as M=1 even if M 1.
*3 Transmitted only when Transmitted Edit Data is ON or RQ1 is received.
Mode 2: Omni On, Mono

Mode 4: Omni Off, Mono
o: Yes
x: No
MIDI Implementation Chart

Sequencer section
Version : 1.00
Model FA-06/08
Transmitted
Function...
Recognized
Default
Changed
All channel
x
All channel
116
Mode
Default
Message
Altered
x
x
x
x
0127
0127
There is no specific
basic channel
Performing
Basic
Channel
Note On
Note Off
o
o
o
o
After
Touch
Keys
Channels
o
o
o
o
*1
*1
*1
*1
o
**************
o
0127
*1
*1
Control Change
Program
Change
0119
: True Number
System Exclusive
Sequencer
(Creating Songs)
Velocity
Editing
: True Voice
**************
0127
**************
Performance
Functions
Note
Number
Pitch Bend
o
x
x
*1
o
x
x
*1
System
Realtime
: Clock
: Commands
o
o
*1
*1
o
o
*1
*1
: All Sound Off

: Reset All Controllers
: Local Controll On/Off
: All Notes Off
: Omni Mode Off
: Omni Mode On
: Mono Mode On
: Poly Mode On
: Active Sensing
: System Reset
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
x
o
o
x
x
o
o
o
o
o
x
*1
*1
*3
*4
*1
*1
*1
*1
*3
*3
*3
*3
Notes
*1 O X is selectable
*2 Not recorded when received, but can be created and transmitted using Microscope
*3 First, a a note-off message is recorded for each note that is currently on; then this message itself is recorded
*4 The All Notes Off message itself is not recorded; a note-off message is recorded for each note that is currently on
Mode 2: Omni On, Mono

Mode 4: Omni Off, Mono
o: Yes
x: No
DAW
Mode 1: Omni On, Poly

Mode 3: Omni Off, Poly
*2
*2
Pads
: Song Position
: Song Select
: Tune
Sampler
System
Common
Aux
Messages
Remarks
Overview
Date : Jan. 1, 2014
Settings
Appendix
119
Main Specifications
Roland FA-06, FA-08: Synthesizer Keyboard (Conforms to General MIDI 2 System)
Keyboard
Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
FA-06: 61 keys (with velocity)
MAIN Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch TRS phone type
FA-08: 88 keys (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)
Sub Output Jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type

AUDIO INPUT Jacks
Sound Generator Section
LINE: Stereo miniature phone type
Maximum Polyphony 128 voices (varies according to the sound generator load)
Parts
16 parts
Tones
GUITAR/MIC: 1/4-inch phone type

Connectors
SuperNATURAL Acoustic
MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)
SuperNATURAL Synth
USB FOR UPDATE Port
SuperNATURAL Drum Kit
USB COMPUTER Port (USB Hi-Speed AUDIO/MIDI)
PCM Synth
(Use a USB cable and a computer with a USB port that

support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.)
PCM Drum Kit
DC IN Jack
* GM2 compatible sounds are included.
Wave Expansion Slots
2 slots
Power Supply
* The wave expansion slots are rewritable internal

waveform memory.
You can download data from the Axial sound library site
and write it via a USB flash drive into the FAs internal
wave memory (slot).
AC Adaptor
Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 68 types (Vocoder can be used

only on part 1.)
FA-06: 1,008 (W) x 300 (D) x 101 (H) mm
Part EQ: 16 systems

Drum Part COMP+EQ: 6 systems
Chorus: 3 types
Effects
FOOT PEDAL Jacks (CTRL 1, CTRL 2, HOLD)
Reverb: 6 types
Current draw
1,300 mA
Dimensions
39-11/16 (W) x 11-13/16 (D) x 4 (H) inches
FA-08: 1,415 (W) x 340 (D) x 142 (H) mm
55-3/4 (W) x 13-7/16 (D) x 5-5/8 (H) inches
Weight (excluding AC Adaptor)
Master Compressor (This can be changed to Insert FX (78

types).)
FA-06: 5.7 kg
Master EQ
FA-08: 16.5 kg
Total Effects (TFX): 29 types

Mic Input Reverb: 8 types
Sequencer
12 lbs 10 oz
36 lbs 7 oz
Accessories
Quick Start
MIDI Tracks
16
Leaflet USING THE UNIT SAFELY

SD Card (installed in the product when shipped from the factory)
File format
Original, SMF export/import supported, WAV export

supported
* Sampler trigger data can be recorded.
AC Adaptor
SD Card Protector (installed in the product when shipped from the factory)
Power Cord
Sampler
Format
16-bit linear, 44.1 kHz, WAV/AIFF/MP3 import supported
Maximum Polyphony 8
Number of Samples
Options (sold separately)

Keyboard Stand (*1):
16 Pads x 4 Banks (for each song)
FA-06: KS-18Z, KS-12
* Samples cannot be used as wave data for the sound

engine.
FA-08: KS-G8, KS-G8B, KS-18Z, KS-12, KS-J8

Pedal Switch: DP series
Expression Pedal: EV-5
Other
Favorite
Rhythm Pattern
Functions
Arpeggio
Chord Memory
D-BEAM Controller
USB Flash Memory (*2)

Wireless USB Adapter: WNA1100-RL
*1 When using the KS-18Z and KS-J8, ensure that the height of the unit is one meter
or lower.
*2 Use USB Flash Memory (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Flash Memory) sold by
Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.
Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever

Controllers
Assignable Switch x 2 (S1/S2)

Control Knob x 6
Sample Pad
Tempo Knob
Display
5-inch Graphic Color LCD
External Memory
SD Card (SDHC supported)
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
MEMO
For details on how to place this unit on a stand, refer to Placing This Unit on a Stand (p.17).
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Overview

Explains sampling and sample editing.

Explains convenient functions that youll use while

Explains how to edit studio sets, tones, and effects.

Explains how to use the pads.

Explains basic performance operations, such as how to

Explains convenient functions, and settings that apply to

Sequencer (Creating Songs)

About the PDF manual

Explains how to use the sequencer to play, record and edit

Using the Arpeggiator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setting the Arpeggiator Tempo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

An Overview of the FA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Holding the Arpeggio (Hold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Importing a Computer SMF File into an Arpeggio Style

Creating an Arpeggio Style from a Song (Import Song). . . . 34

Playing One Tone (Single Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using Chord Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Adjusting the Level of the Low, Mid, and High

Selecting a Tone from a List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adjusting the Input Volume (INPUT LEVEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Playing Two Tones Together (Dual). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

03: Performance Functions

Applying an Assigned Function (ASSIGN 16) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

05: Sequencer (Creating Songs)

Editing a Studio Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Overall Settings for the Studio Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Selecting and Playing Songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Settings for Each Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Setting the Tempo of the Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Saving a Studio Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Looping the Song Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Prepare for Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Basic Procedure for Tone Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

SuperNATURAL Acoustic Tone (SN-A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Selecting the Performance Data to Record

SuperNATURAL Synth Tone (SN-S). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Removing Unwanted Data During Recording

Selecting the Partials to Edit (Partial Select) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Editing the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Initializing a Partial (Partial Initialize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Specifying the Sound Engine Played by Each Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Copying a Partial (Partial Copy). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Initializing a Pattern (Initialize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Editing the Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Basic Procedure for Track Modify. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Editing the System Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Edit Performance Data for Entire Tracks (Track Modify). . . . . . . . . . . 64

Saving the Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Muting a Parts Performance (MUTE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Selecting the Partials That Sound (Partial Switch). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Initializing a Part (Part Init). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Initializing a Studio Set (Studio Set Init) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Inserting Performance Data (Create). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Changing the Tempo During a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Specifying the Songs Time Signature (Time Signature) . . . . . . . . . . 73

Save the Song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Exporting a Two-Channel Mix in WAV Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Exporting Tracks as Individual WAV Format Files