Yamaha EX5R - Manual (Page 49)

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The Power of the Performance Mode
The EX Performance mode allows up to 16 different voices to be assigned to different “parts” and
combined in a number of ways. The results can be ideal for real-time performance — as the name of
the mode suggests — or for sequencing via the EX Song or Pattern mode, or via external MIDI
control. Either way, the Performance mode offers versatility and control not available in the Voice
mode.
■ Layers
Two different voices (know as “parts” in the Performance mode) can be combined in layers and
played simultaneously. Independent volume, panning, effects, and control parameters are provided
for each part, so you have total control over how the parts are mixed to create the final sound.
Straightforward layering lets you combine similar voices to create exceptionally thick, rich textures.
You can also detune layers in relation to each other for even greater depth. Completely different
voices can also be layered for unique effects: a fairly common example would be layered piano and
strings. But layering is only the beginning …
See the Performance Edit mode parameters, page 158, for part assignment, volume, panning, effects, and
related parameters.
Example: a simple 2-layer performance.
You can layer the voices, though, the sounds being produced may be delayed depending on the voice
combination.
LAYER 1
LAYER 2
Song/Pattern
MIDI CH
1~16
Sequencer
Layer Switch: ON
=
Plays layered
voices
Plays each part
(voice)
Performance
CH1
Part 1~16
Part 1~16
CH16
Performance
Introductor
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