Roland RS-70 - Manual (Page 11)

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Main Features
A broad range of new, high-quality sounds
Careful attention has been paid to refining the most important
sounds for a live keyboard, such as piano, organ, strings, and brass.
In addition, the latest cutting-edge sounds are also included.
An emphasis has also been placed on sounds important for music
production, such as guitar, bass, drums, and a variety of analog
sounds.
The General MIDI score conforming to General MIDI /General MIDI
2 is also supported with high-quality sounds.
Quick and easy sound editing
To edit the sounds (patches) of the RS-70, you simply choose from
the wide range of “
tones ” (pre-programmed instrumental sounds)
and edit them. Editing is easy; you can adjust the brightness (filter),
attack and decay, modulation (LFO), and effects, or layer two tones
to create a rich sound.
“Quick Sequencer” for easy operation
The built-in loop-based QUICK SEQ (quick sequencer) is designed
for intuitive operation. You can create songs or arrangements simply
by layering phrases as you think of them. There’s no need to be
aware of MIDI settings—creating songs is quick and stress-free.
Patterns you create can be connected to create a song.
For those who have no prior experience with MIDI equipment—as
well as for experts—the RS-70 is the ideal way to capture your
musical ideas.
Numerous rhythm patterns and
phrase templates
The loop sequencer contains a variety of preset rhythm patterns
covering styles such as R&B, hip-hop, jazz, rock, and techno. In
addition, the “
phrase template ” function makes it easy to produce
phrases and playing techniques typical of each sound, simply by
pressing a key. By using these two features together, you can
produce music even more efficiently.
USB connector for connection to your PC
The rear panel has a USB connector for direct connection to your
computer. You can immediately start using the included sound
editor software or your own commercial sequencer software,
without having to provide a USB-MIDI interface.
Multi-chord memory function
The Chord Memory function lets you play a registered chord by
pressing a single key.
You can register different chord forms to each key, and recall
multiple chords together.
Several sets of chord progressions that typically appear in one song
have been registered as presets. By using this in conjunction with the
Quick Sequencer, you can easily create patterns with your favorite
chord progressions.
V-LINK function
V-LINK ( ) is a function that provides for the play of
music and visual material. By using V-LINK-compatible video
equipment, visual effects can be easily linked to, and made part of
the expressive elements of a performance. By connecting the RS-70 to
the Edirol DV-7PR or V-4, you can switch images in synchronization
with music, or use the RS-70’s knobs and Pitch Bend/Modulation
Lever to control the brightness, color, or playback speed of the
images.
Compact and easy to carry
The RS-70 is compact, light, and easy to carry. It’s an instrument
with great sounds and professional-level functionality that can be
easily carried between your bedroom and the stage or studio.
Dedicated sound editor is included
The dedicated sound editing program “ RS Editor ” (Mac and
Windows versions on a hybrid CD-ROM) is included, allowing you
to use your computer to create and rearrange sounds quickly and
easily.
D Beam controller
The D Beam controller gives you control over a variety of effects,
simply by moving your hand. In conjunction with the visual
element, this can be a powerfully impressive addition to a live
performance.
General MIDI
General MIDI is a set of recommendations which seeks to
provide a way to go beyond the limitations of proprietary
designs, and standardize the MIDI capabilities of sound
generating devices. Sound generating devices and music files
that meet the General MIDI standard bear the General MIDI
logo ( ). Music files bearing the General MIDI logo can be
played back using any General MIDI sound generating unit to
produce essentially the same musical performance.
General MIDI 2
The upwardly compatible General MIDI 2 ( )
recommendations pick up where the original General MIDI left
off, offering enhanced expressive capabilities, and even greater
compatibility. Issues that were not covered by the original
General MIDI recommendations, such as how sounds are to be
edited, and how effects should be handled, have now been
precisely defined. Moreover, the available sounds have been
expanded. General MIDI 2 compliant sound generators are
capable of reliably playing back music files that carry either the
General MIDI or General MIDI 2 logo.
In some cases, the conventional form of General MIDI, which
does not include the new enhancements, is referred to as
“General MIDI 1” as a way of distinguishing it from General
MIDI 2.
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