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(2) Edit section: This section holds the 4-D encoder, a multifunctional element to be used in
various contexts. Used in combination with the 4-D encoder, the three Quick Edit buttons
nearby allow you to easily adjust the volume, tempo and swing of your Sounds, Groups and
Project. In Step mode they let you quickly adjust the velocity, position and tune of the selected
events(s). For more information on this section, see
(3) Performance section: This section provides you with various tools shaped for live perform-
ance. The
NOTE REPEAT
button provides you access to the Note Repeat / Arp feature. The
LOCK
button allows you to store and recall snapshots during your set. Underneath, the Smart
Strip and its four function buttons make up a highly versatile and intuitive tool for enriching
your performance. For more information on this section, see
.
(4) Group section: The dedicated Group buttons allow you to instantly access each of your
Groups. For more information on this section, see
(5) Transport section: Start, stop and restart playback, activate record and tap the tempo, sim-
ply by pressing the dedicated buttons. Use
SHIFT
to access the secondary functions of your
controller. For more information on this section, see
(6) Pad section: Access the various controller modes using the column of mode buttons on the
left-hand side of this section. Use the 16 pads to play your Sounds. Above the pads, the Pad
Input Mode buttons let you choose how the pads will behave: e.g., they can trigger all Sounds
in your Group, different notes of a single Sound, specific chords of a single Sound, or create
and edit events in the step sequencer. Besides playing the Sounds, the pads provide you ac-
cess to many editing and selection commands depending on the selected controller mode. For
more information on this section, see
2.3.1.1
Control Section
The Control section provides access to all parameters of the selected mode. It also contains
dedicated buttons to access, e.g., the Browser, the Arranger, the Mixer and the Sample Editor.
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