Roland BR-864 manual

Owner’s Manual ********** 1*SX Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS BR-864 8-Track Digital Studio. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: • USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3) • IMPORTANT NOTES (page 4–5) These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Addi[...]

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NOTICE A[...]

3 013 • In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit. .......................................................................................................... 014 •Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) [...]

4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries 301 • Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system). 302 • The AC ada[...]

5 IMPORTANT NOTES 561 • Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-300L; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit. 562 • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautio[...]

6 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ...................................................................... 2 IMPORTANT NOTES .............................................................................. 4 Introduction to the BR-864 ................................................................. 14 Features ..........................................[...]

7 Contents Tapping to change the tempo of the arrangements or patterns ............................................. 36 (6) Basic recording ................................................................................................................... 37 Selecting the recording track .............................................................[...]

8 Contents Effect patches and banks ....................................................................................................... .5 6 Editing insert effect settings ................................................................................................... 57 Saving insert effects settings (Write) ................................[...]

9 Contents Organizing the songs you’ve recorded .............................................. 83 Copying a Song (Song Copy) .................................................................................................. 83 Erasing songs (Song Erase) ..............................................................................................[...]

10 Contents Copying patterns .................................................................................................................... 103 Erasing patterns ..................................................................................................................... 103 About the drum kits .........................................[...]

11 Contents Doubling ....................................................................................................................................... 119 Enhancer ....................................................................................................................................... 119 Equalizer ..............................[...]

12 Contents Section 5 Other Convenient Functions ........... 135 Using a foot switch or expression pedal .......................................... 136 When using a foot switch ...................................................................................................... 136 When using an expression pedal ...................................[...]

13 Contents Section 6 USB ............................................... 155 Before Using USB (Overview)........................................................... 156 Compatible OS ........................................................................................................................ 156 Composition of data on memory cards ......[...]

14 Introduction to the BR-864 Features Simple operation The BR-864 is designed to be operated as easily as a cassette tape recorder, even by beginners. Whether you are simply preparing a demo tape, or are getting ready to go to master with your first album, the simple operation of the BR-864 allows you to create digital recordings the very day you [...]

15 Introduction to the BR-864 Editing Functions With the BR-864, you can perform editing operations such as copying, moving, and erasing, which cannot be done with multitrack recorders that use tapes. This means operations such as copying and repeating a multiple-bar phrase, moving a multiple-bar phrase to another track, and erasing the data of a t[...]

16 Introduction to the BR-864 Memory cards supported by your BR-864 The BR-864 uses CompactFlash cards as the storage media for recording and playback. The BR-864 uses 32 MB to 1 GB CompactFlash cards with a 3.3 V power supply. CompactFlash Type II cards are not compatible. CompactFlash cards are available at your nearest computer or digital camera[...]

17 Panel Descriptions Front Panel 1. PEAK indicator This indicator shows how strong the input level is at the various input jacks (e.g., GUITAR/BASS and MIC). This indicator lights at a level -6 dB lower than where sound distortion occurs. Adjust the input sensitivity with the SENS knob so that this indicator lights only occasionally, at those mome[...]

18 Panel Descriptions 5. INPUT LEVEL knob Use this knob to adjust the volume of the input source for recording. * If you use the INPUT LEVEL knob to turn down the volume of the input source during recording, the sound will be recorded in the audio track at a low volume, so that noise will be more apparent when you raise the volume of the audio trac[...]

19 Panel Descriptions 18. REC TRACK (Recording Track) buttons 1–4/5–8 Use these buttons to select to which track you will record. The button of the track selected will flash in red and then light in red when recording begins. When recording is finished, the button of the selected track will light alternately in orange and green. The relationshi[...]

20 Panel Descriptions 27. RHYTHM GUIDE Here you can make settings for the Rhythm Guide function. ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF button: Pressed to cycle the Rhythm Guide function through the available selections: Arrangement → Pattern → Off. TONE LOAD button: This calls up the screen for the rhythm tones Tone Load function. RHYTHM GUIDE fader: Adjusts the[...]

21 Panel Descriptions Display fig.00-203d Displays the menu screen, parameter setting screen, or other information, depending on the type of settings being made. If the screen is difficult to view, see “Adjusting the Display Contrast” (p. 26). 1. MEAS (MEASURE) Displays the current position within the song. Indicated from left to right are the [...]

22 Panel Descriptions 5. DIGITAL OUT connector Optical connector for outputting digital audio signals. The same sound that is output from LINE OUT is also output from DIGITAL OUT. You can connect a DAT recorder or CD recorder to this connector and make digital recordings of the BR-864’s output. 6. FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack This is an input jack for [...]

23 Quick Start Quick Start[...]

24 Listening to the demo songs (1) Connecting peripheral devices Make connections as shown in the diagram below. When making any connections, make sure that all devices are turned off. fig.00-301 To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any co[...]

25 Listening to the demo songs Quick Start * When using the FS-5U foot switch (sold separately), set the polarity switch as shown below. If the polarity switch is not set correctly, the foot switch may not operate properly. fig.00-304 * If using an expression pedal (EV-5 or FV-300L), set the MIN volume level to “0.” ● Insert the memory card ([...]

26 Listening to the demo songs Adjusting the Display Contrast Depending on where the BR-864 is situated, the display contents may be difficult to read. If this is the case, perform the procedure given below to adjust the contrast (1 to 32). fig.00-309 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SYS,” and press [ENTER]. fi[...]

27 Listening to the demo songs Quick Start 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “01:Dreamin’.” 4. Press [ENTER]. ■ If you have changed the recording or editing Since the BR-864 automatically updates the recorded data and operation content if the recording or editing have been changed, you do not need to perform any special operations for s[...]

28 Listening to the demo songs Moving through a song using hours, minutes, seconds, frames, or sub frames Press [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to hours, minutes, seconds, frames, or sub-frames display, and turn the TIME/ VALUE dial to change the current time in the song. Moving through a song in measures or beats The current position’s measure– bea[...]

29 Quick Start Recording/playing back a song (1) Preparing the memory card The BR-864 writes the recorded data directly to the inserted memory card. Therefore, for recording or playback, the memory card must be inserted. “Memory cards supported by your BR-864” (p. 16) Inserting the memory card Before inserting the memory card (CompactFlash), be[...]

30 Recording/playing back a song 4. To continue with the initializing, press [ENTER] (YES). To cancel the operation, press [EXIT] (NO) (or [UTILITY]). When [ENTER] (YES) is pressed, initializing begins. When the initializing has been completed, “Completed!” appears in the display. “Keep power on! Song creating...” then appears in the displa[...]

31 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start fig.00-405 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “NEW,” and press [ENTER]. “Type” appears in the display. fig.00-406d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the desired data type. * The BR-864 uses a sample rate of 44.1 kHz. It is not possible to change the sample rate.[...]

32 Recording/playing back a song [MIC] Select to record the signal from a microphone connected to the MIC jack or from the internal microphone. When the MIC indictor for the INPUT SELECT button is lit, you can use both the microphone connected to the MIC jack and the internal microphone simultaneously. * Your BR-864 is shipped with its internal mic[...]

33 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start Adjusting the input level Adjust the volume of the input source for recording. 1. Lower the MASTER fader. 2. Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob to its center position and then slowly increase the MASTER fader. ig.00-421b At this time, use the INPUT LEVEL knob to adjust the input level so that the level changes in[...]

34 Recording/playing back a song GTR: Effect patches for use with guitars. MIC: Effect patches for use on the sound from the MIC input (i.e., vocals). LIN (LINE): Effect patches for use on the sound from CDs, MDs, and other external devices from the LINE input. SML (SIMUL): Effect patches for recording vocals and a guitar together. “Effect patche[...]

35 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start (5) Using the rhythm guide What is the Rhythm Guide? When you record, it is convenient to use the built-in rhythm guide. The “rhythm guide” is a dedicated rhythm track that can not only play back rhythm sounds as a guide during recording, you can also use it to play internal rhythm patterns and origi[...]

36 Recording/playing back a song Preset Arrangements (P) The preset arrangements contain preset data. Their settings cannot be changed, and you cannot create a new preset arrangement. Song Arrangements (S) Song arrangements can be written; however, the data for song arrangements are stored along with the song data to the memory card. fig.00-420 3. [...]

37 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start (6) Basic recording Selecting the recording track 1. Press [TRACK] to switch between Tracks 1–4 and Tracks 5–8. The [TRACK] indicator is lit when Tracks 5–8 are selected. fig.00-422a 2. Press either [1/5]–[4/8] at REC TRACK to select the recording track. If the button flashes in red, that track i[...]

38 Recording/playing back a song INPUT: Only the instrument sounds or other input sources are recorded to the tracks. Sounds played back from other tracks are not recorded. BOUNCE: As the sounds on different tracks are played back, they are recorded together onto another track. In Bounce mode, you can play back eight tracks simultaneously and recor[...]

39 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start (7) Playing back recorded music 1. Press [ZERO] to move to the time location 00:00:00-00.0. fig.00-431 2. Press [PLAY]. Use the TRACK faders to adjust the volume separately for each track. Fader position display When you hold down [TRACK], the current positions of the TRACK faders (1–8) are shown in th[...]

40 Recording/playing back a song 3. Adjust the faders so the tracks being played back are at a suitable level. 4. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. 5. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC TRACK button indicators change from flashing in red to being continually lit and recording begins. [PLAY] lights up.[...]

41 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start fig.00-435d 3. When changing the EQ settings, press CURSOR [ ] repeatedly to display the parameter screen, then use the [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to change the setting’s value. fig.00-436d For more on the settings content, refer to “Track EQ Parameter Functions” (p. 133). 4. When you have fi[...]

42 Recording/playing back a song For more on the settings content, refer to “Loop Effect Parameter Functions” (p. 131). 5. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to display the Send Level settings screen. When using CHO/DLY fig.00-441d When using REV fig.00-442d 6. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust each track’s send level. * Pressing a REC[...]

43 Recording/playing back a song Quick Start 5. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC TRACK buttons stop flashing in red and instead light solidly, and recording starts. fig.00-447 6. When you finish recording, press [STOP]. The REC TRACK button lights alternately in orange and green, indicating that track contains recorded data. * During updating, “Ke[...]

44 Recording/playing back a song 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the V-track to which you want to record. * In this case, although the source and destination tracks in this recording process are the same. You cannot make these changes on other tracks. The next V-Track after the recording source is automatically selected as the recording-desti[...]

45 Section 1 Recording Section 1 Recording[...]

46 Recording Selecting the recording track 1. Press [TRACK] to switch between Tracks 1–4 and Tracks 5–8. The [TRACK] indicator is lit when Tracks 5–8 are selected. fig.01-100 2. Press either [1/5]–[4/8] at REC TRACK to select the recording track. If the button flashes in red, that track is ready for recording. fig.01-101 The status of each [...]

47 Recording Section 1 Changing V-Tracks The BR-864 is a eight-track multitrack recorder, and each track consists of eight V-Tracks. You can select any one of these V-Tracks for recording or playback. Therefore, by making use of the many V-Tracks, you can use the BR-864 just as if it were a 64-track multitrack recorder. This allows a wide range of [...]

48 Recording Recording Operations 1. Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until “INPUT” is indicated for REC MODE at the left of the screen. fig.01-109d 2. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.01-110 3. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC TRACK buttons stop flashing in red and instead light solidly, and re[...]

49 Section 1 Repeating Playback (Repeat) By using the “Repeat function” you can repeatedly play back a specified part. Repeating playback allows you to check the mixing balance or perform loop recordings (p. 54) with the punch in/out functions. The position in the song where [REPEAT] is pressed first becomes repeat start point (A), and the posi[...]

50 Repeating Playback (Repeat) Setting the repeat portion with accurate timing Normally, the repeat start and end points are registered at the exact position where [REPEAT] is pressed. This may make it difficult for you to set the repeat portion exactly as you desire. If this is the case, you can use the quantize function to have the time [REPEAT] [...]

51 Section 1 Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) You may occasionally make a mistake while recording, or the performance may not turn out as you expect. In this case, you can punch in/out to re-record only the portion that is mistaken. Changing to recording during the playback of a song is referred to as punching in , and changing from recor[...]

52 Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) Manually punching in and out using a foot switch In operating the foot switch during playback of a song (manual patch in and out), press the foot switch once to punch in, then press it again to punch out. In order to use a foot switch When you are using a foot switch (BOSS FS-5U, Roland DP-2, etc.) to p[...]

53 Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) Section 1 Erasing a registered auto punch in/out location ■ To erase an auto punch-in location, press and hold AUTO PUNCH [ON/OFF] and then press [IN]. ■ To erase an auto punch-out location, press and hold AUTO PUNCH [ON/OFF] and then press [OUT]. When the settings are erased, the AUTO PUNCH [ON/OFF[...]

54 Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) Repeatedly Recording Over the Same Location (Loop Recording) The repeat function (p. 49) allows you to play a certain portion of a song (the loop portion) over and over again. If you used auto punch in/out together with the repeat function, the portion will be repeated so the result of the recording can[...]

55 Section 1 Canceling an Operation (Undo/Redo) Occasionally when the recording you make may not turn out as you wish, or the settings you make for an editing operation are incorrect, and you want to reverse what you have done. At these times, you can use the “Undo function.” The Undo function reverses the action you have just performed and ret[...]

56 Using the insert effects The BR-864 comes with four effects processors: an insert effects, loop effects, Track EQ, and Mastering Tool Kit. An insert effects, loop effects, and Track EQ can be used simultaneously, and you can make settings for each effect as desired. Here is an explanation of how to change the various parameters for the insert ef[...]

57 Using the insert effects Section 1 Editing insert effect settings If you wish to create a new effect sound, you should first select an existing patch that is closest to the sound you want, and then edit its settings. If you wish to save the effect settings that you edited, save them as a user patch or song patch. 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The Effect S[...]

58 Using the insert effects Edited effect settings are temporary. If you exit the Edit Effect screen without saving the effect patch you changed, “TMP” appears next to the indication of the bank. Be aware that if you select a new effect patch while “TMP” is displayed, the altered effect patch is returned to its original settings and the cha[...]

59 Using the insert effects Section 1 Changing how the insert effects are used according to the mode By default, the insert effect is inserted immediately after the input source. The reason for this is to allow for the effects- processed (wet) sound to be recorded and monitored. However, sometimes you want to change the connection order. On the BR-[...]

60 Putting multiple tracks together ( Bounce) Although the BR-864 allows the simultaneous playback of eight tracks, when you run out of tracks, the BR-864 also lets you copy the recordings of multiple tracks together onto one track (V-Track). This is called “bounce” (also known as bounce recording or ping-pong recording). By combining multiple [...]

61 Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce) Section 1 fig.01-603d 6. Press [ENTER] to confirm the screen for specifying the recording-destination track. Return to the Play screen. The REC TRACK button for the track selected as the recording destination flashes in red. If the selected recording destination track already has data recorded to it, the[...]

62 Using the loop effects/Track EQ Here is an explanation of how to change the various parameters for the loop effects (chorus/delay/doubling/ reverb). For an explanation of loop effects, refer to “Loop Effect Parameter Functions” (p. 131). Loop effects do not have “patches.” Loop effect settings are saved along with the song data. If you w[...]

63 Using the loop effects/Track EQ Section 1 Adjusting how the loop effect is applied The following explains how you can alter the volume of the signals sent by each track to the loop effects (the send level), and control the degree to which the loop effects are applied. 1. Press [LOOP EFFECTS]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “CHO/[...]

64 Using the loop effects/Track EQ Setting the Track EQ This section explains how to edit the Track EQ settings (parameters). For a fuller description of Track EQ, refer to “Track EQ Parameter Functions” (p. 133). Track EQ do not have “patches.” Loop effect settings are saved along with the song data. If you want to save the settings in the[...]

65 Section 1 Mastering Use the “Mastering Tool Kit” to produce a two-track master of the bounce tracks with the levels optimized. * In Mastering mode, the following buttons are disabled after you set the recording source and destination and return to the Play screen. In addition, you cannot make Insert mode settings (p. 59). [INPUT SELECT], [TU[...]

66 Mastering 7. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Mastering Tool Kit bank and number. “Mastering Tool Kit Patch List” (separate sheet) 8. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen. 9. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.01-804 10. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC [...]

67 Mastering Section 1 4. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to each effect and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to turn each effect on or off. Blocks that are turned on are shown in uppercase letters, while blocks that are turned off are shown in lowercase letters. Turn on the effects that you want to use. 5. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor t[...]

68 Displaying the song information Displaying the remaining available recording time Follow the procedure below to either display the elapsed recording time or the remaining available recording time in the recording standby and recording screens. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SYS,” and press [ENTER]. fig.01-[...]

69 Section 2 Editing Section 2 Editing[...]

70 Registering time (Locator Function) Using the locator function, you can register any desired time in a song as a “ locator point ” so that you can jump to that point later with just the press of a button. This function is quite useful during editing. Registering a locator point 1. At the Play screen, move to the location where you want to re[...]

71 Section 2 Search for the music’s start and end (Scrub/Preview) Scrub Function When editing a sound, some times you need to know exactly where the sound starts, or exactly where the recording with an auto punch in starts. To enable you to find these points accurately, the BR-864 is equipped with the Scrub Function. When you use the Scrub Functi[...]

72 Search for the music’s start and end (Scrub/Preview) Changing the scrub points Besides switching the scrub point in the Play screen (p. 71), you can also use the following method to switch the scrub point. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SCR,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-204d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to sele[...]

73 Section 2 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) The BR-864 allows you to edit your songs by performing editing functions such as copying and moving data recorded on the tracks. Data is saved in its edited form when you return to the Play screen from the Track Edit screen. * During automatic updating, “Keep power on!” appears in [...]

74 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-306d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-307d 7. Use [CURSOR] and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the time of t[...]

75 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Section 2 fig.02-319d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-314d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S” (Start) of data you want to copy. 8. [...]

76 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-319d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “ALL” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-320d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6. When you are ready to execute the copy, press [ENTER]. The display will ask “Are [...]

77 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Section 2 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “MOV,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-324d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-325d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to. 6[...]

78 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-331d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-332d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S” (Start) of data you want to move. 8. Press [ENT[...]

79 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Section 2 5. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-338d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the time of the beginning of the location “T” (To) where you want the data to be[...]

80 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-341d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-342d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to erase from. 6. When you are ready to execute the erasure, press [ENTER]. The display will ask “Are you sure?,” so that you ca[...]

81 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Section 2 5. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to erase from. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-347d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S” (Start) of data you want to erase. 8. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-348d4 9. Use [CURSO[...]

82 Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Exchanging data (Track Exchange) Perform the procedure given below to exchange the data between two tracks. Example: exchanging all the data on track 1 with all the data on track 2 fig.02-352 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “TRK,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-3[...]

83 Section 2 Organizing the songs you’ve recorded Copying a Song (Song Copy) Follow the procedure below to copy the currently selected song. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “EDT,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-401d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “CPY,” and press [ENTER]. The Copy Song screen ap[...]

84 Organizing the songs you’ve recorded Saving memory on the memory card ( Song Optimize) When you perform overdubbing or punch-in/out, the data that you rewrite (replace) actually remains on the memory card. In some cases, this unwanted data may occupy a significant amount of space on the memory card. This will cause the time available for recor[...]

85 Organizing the songs you’ve recorded Section 2 Protecting a song ( Song Protect) You can imagine situations where, after taking care to create a song, you accidentally overwrite it with a recording, deleting the performance itself. To prevent such accidents, you can protect song data so that it cannot be rewritten accidentally (Song Protect). [...]

86 Creating a master tape This process involves recording the finished song to your recorder (cassette tape recorder, CD recorder, etc.) and making a master tape. Recording to a cassette tape recorder (analog connection) 1. Connect the BR-864’s LINE OUT jacks to the cassette tape recorder's input jacks. fig.02-501a 2. Put the cassette tape r[...]

87 Creating a master tape Section 2 fig.02-502d 4. Rotate TIME/VALUE dial to select the “ON.” ON: Digital copying will be prohibited. OFF: Digital copying is enabled. 5. Press [UTILITY] (or press [EXIT] repeatedly) to return to the Play screen. * During updating, “Keep power on!” appears in the upper line of the display, while the lower lin[...]

88 MEMO[...]

89 Section 3 Using the Rhythm Guide Section 3 Using the Rhythm Guide[...]

90 About the Rhythm Guide The “rhythm guide” is a dedicated rhythm track that can not only play back rhythm sounds as a guide during recording, you can also use it to play internal rhythm patterns and original user-created rhythm patterns and to play and record these patterns as your own rhythm part performances. The rhythm guide features two m[...]

91 About the Rhythm Guide Section 3 Switching the Rhythm Guide mode The Rhythm Guide mode switches each time [ARRANGE/ PATTERN/OFF] is pressed. [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF]: Lit (Arrangement Mode) Performance and programming of arrangements is enabled. Press [PLAY] to start the performance of the arrangement. * You cannot play back or record during progra[...]

92 About the Rhythm Guide Selecting patterns This selects the pattern to be played with the Rhythm Guide. 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. fig.03-203d 2. Select a pattern. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Preset/Song and number. P001–P327: Preset patterns 1–327 S001–S100: Song [...]

93 Section 3 Creating original arrangements You can create arrangements (Song arrangements) of up to 999 measures. 1. Make sure performance of the song is stopped, then press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is lit. fig.03-301d 2. Press [PROGRAM]. fig.03-302d 3. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “EDIT,” and press [ENTER].[...]

94 Creating original arrangements Inserting a step Perform the procedure below to insert a new step into the location of the present step. fig.03-305 * The parameter value of inserted step will be the same as of the targeted step. 1. Make sure performance of the song is stopped, then press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is lit[...]

95 Creating original arrangements Section 3 * Press [ENTER] to switch between uppercase and lowercase. 4. Press [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. * During updating, “Keep power on!” appears in the upper line of the display, while the lower line shows what is being processed. Copying arrangements You can take the currently selected[...]

96 Creating original patterns When creating a rhythm arrangement by stringing together rhythm patterns, there may be times when you do not find anything suitable among the preset rhythm patterns, or when you want to get a rhythm pattern that sounds exactly the way you want. In such cases, you can create your own original rhythm patterns. There are [...]

97 Creating original patterns Section 3 fig.03-403d 4. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to set the measure, beat, and click from which to start recording of the pattern. Measure This sets the number of measures in the pattern to be recorded. Valid Settings: 1–999 Tempo When recording, this sets the tempo for confirming the pattern. Valid Sett[...]

98 Creating original patterns fig.03-405 fig.03-405a When using high-resolution Quantize settings, you may be unable to view the entire pattern, from start to finish, in the display at one time. In such instances, a “ ” symbol appears, indicating that there is material not currently displayed. fig.03-405b 8. Set the tempo and Quantize values as[...]

99 Creating original patterns Section 3 5. Rehearse the performance by pressing the REC TRACK [1/5]–[4/8], [V-TRACK] and [TAP]. You can switch the UPPER and LOWER drum sounds by pressing [RHYTHM PAD]. * At this point, adjust Fader 1 to confirm the velocity status. 6. When you have finished rehearsing, move the cursor to “STOP” and press [ENTE[...]

100 Creating original patterns Creating patterns in Step Recording 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. fig.03-415d 2. Press [PROGRAM]. fig.03-416d 3. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “STEP,” and press [ENTER]. “STEP” appears in REC MODE at the left of the screen. The recording standby screen appear[...]

101 Creating original patterns Section 3 7. Set the velocity (how “hard” the note is played) for the sounds to be input from the current point by adjusting Fader 1. fig.03-423d 8. Input the drum sound. There are two ways to input drum sounds. (Method 1) Inputting with the REC TRACK buttons Use REC TRACK [1/5]–[4/8], [V-TRACK] and [TAP] to inp[...]

102 Creating original patterns 9. Set the tempo and Quantize values as needed. 10. Repeat Steps 6–9 as needed. * Press [PLAY] to listen to the recording pattern. 11. When you have finished inputting sounds, move the cursor to “STOP” and press [ENTER]. * You can also stop recording by pressing [STOP]. Changing the velocity During Step Recordin[...]

103 Creating original patterns Section 3 Copying patterns 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. 2. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “COPY,” and press [ENTER]. The Pattern Copy screen appears. fig.03-429d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the copy- destination arrangement. S001–S100: Song Pattern 1?[...]

104 About the drum kits A drum kit is a variety of rhythm instrument sounds collected in a single set; the BR-864 includes nine internal “preset drum kits.” In addition, you can also put together an additional five original “song drum kits.” Song drum kits are saved to individual songs on memory cards. The drum kit instrument sounds are use[...]

105 About the drum kits Section 3 * Drum kits are stored to each individual arrangement separately. (Example) Arrangement Drum Kit ROCK 1 ............... ROOM ROCK 2 ............... STD 2 : : Creating original drum kits (Tone Load) With the BR-864, you can create original drum kits not only with the internal drum sounds, but by loading drum sounds [...]

106 About the drum kits Start Point (“S”) Specify the measure or location to be used as the start point for loading the drum sounds. fig.03-508d End Point (“E”) Specify the measure or location to be used as the end point for loading the drum sounds. From the screen for setting the start point, press CURSOR [ ] repeatedly to display the scre[...]

107 About the drum kits Section 3 Copying drum sounds from other drum kits 1. Press [TONE LOAD]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “COPY,” and press [ENTER]. fig.03-519d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the copy- destination drum kit, then press [ENTER]. P1–9: Preset Drum Kit 1–9 S1–5: Song Drum Kit 1–5 fig.03-520d 4. [...]

108 About the drum kits Erasing drum sounds 1. Press [TONE LOAD]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “ERASE,” and press [ENTER]. fig.03-523d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the erase drum kit, then press [ENTER]. S1–5: Song Drum Kit 1–5 fig.03-524d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the erase drum sound, then press [EN[...]

109 Section 4 Effects Section 4 Effects[...]

110 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The Effect Settings screen appears. fig.04-101d 2. Select an effect patch. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the bank, Preset/Song/User, and patch number. 3. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “EDIT,” and press [ENTER]. The Edit Effect screen appe[...]

111 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Algorithm List The algorithms (the available effects and their connection order) that can be used as an insert effect are shown below. The algorithms that can be selected will differ for each bank. To select the algorithm that you wish to use, first select the effect bank that includes that algorithm,[...]

112 Insert Effect Parameter Functions 3. BASS SIM Simulates the sound of a bass guitar. Obtain the sound of a bass guitar while playing an electric guitar. * You should avoid playing chords when using the Bass Simulator. fig.04-108 Bass Simulator Compressor/Defretter - Compressor - Defretter Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Modulation - Flanger - Choru[...]

113 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 7. BASS MULTI This is a multi-effect designed for bass guitar. Appropriate for creating standard bass sound. fig.04-112 Compressor/Defretter - Compressor - Defretter Octave Enhancer 4Band Equalizer/Wah - 4Band Equalizer - Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Modulation - Flanger - Chorus - Phaser - Pitch [...]

114 Insert Effect Parameter Functions 10. VOCAL MULTI This is a multi-effect designed for vocals. It provides the basic effects needed for vocals. fig.04-115 Compressor De-esser Enhancer 4Band Equalizer Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Modulation - Flanger - Chorus - Phaser - Pitch Shifter - Doubling - Tremolo/Pan Delay 11. VOICE TRANS This is a multi-[...]

115 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 13. STEREO MULTI This algorithm connects seven types of effect, all in full stereo. fig.04-118 Compressor Ring Modulator 4Band Equalizer/Wah - 4Band Equalizer - Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Modulation - Flanger - Chorus - Phaser - Pitch Shifter - Doubling - Tremolo/Pan Delay 14. LO-FI BOX This all[...]

116 Insert Effect Parameter Functions 16. VO+AC.SIM This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electric guitar. For the guitar, you can make the electric guitar sound like an acoustic guitar. (GUITAR) fig.04-123 (MIC) fig.04-122 (GUITAR) Acoustic Guitar Simulator Compressor Noise Suppressor Delay (MIC) Compressor 4Band Equa[...]

117 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Parameter List Acoustic Guitar Simulator This simulates the sound of an acoustic guitar. It allows you to use an electric guitar to produce sounds similar to those of an acoustic guitar. If you set the pickup selector of your guitar to the front position, the desired effect will be easier to achieve. [...]

118 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Pre Dly 0.5–50.0 ms Adjusts the time needed for the effect sound to be output after the direct sound has been output. E.Level 0–100 Adjusts the volume of the effect sound. Compressor This corrects differences in input to create a steadier, more even volume balance. This is used to extend the sustain of inpu[...]

119 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Depth 0–100 This controls the ratio of harmonics. Increasing the value will increase the harmonic content and therefore will create a more unusual sound. Level 0–100 Adjusts the volume of the defretter sound. Delay This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound. On/Of[...]

120 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Hi-M F 100 Hz–10.0 kHz This parameter sets the central frequency for the high-midrange equalizer. Hi-M Q 0.5–16 This parameter sets the range of change in gain for the frequency set by “Hi-M F.” A larger value results in a narrower range of change. Hi Gain -20– +20 dB This parameter sets the gain (amo[...]

121 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Chromatic (with SQUARE, SAW) OFF, ON This switches on or off the chromatic function. When it is on, the pitch change of the synthesizer sound is in semitone steps. This does not respond to pitch changes less than a semitone, such as what might be obtained with bending or vibrato. Thus, this is effecti[...]

122 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Harmonist “Harmonist” is the amount of shifting is adjusted according to an analysis of the guitar input, allowing you to create harmonics based on diatonic scales. * This effect can be used when the MODULATION “Type” parameter is set to “HARMONIST.” * Since pitch and attack information for the inpu[...]

123 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Modify Fil This is a filter featuring a wide range of possible settings (modifiable filter). Select different types to get a variety of different filter effects. OFF: The modify filter will not be used. LPF: The effect will function as a low pass filter. BPF: The effect will function as a band pass fi[...]

124 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Preamp Adjust the distortion and tone of the guitar sound. * When all Bass, Middle and Treble are set to “0,” no sound may be produced depending on the “Type” setting. On/Off OFF, ON Turns the preamp effect on/off. Type This sets the type of the preamp. The distortion and tone characteristics of each am[...]

125 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Section 4 Slow Attack This produces a volume-swell effect (“violin-like” sound). * This effect can be used in the “COSM GTR AMP” algorithm when the MODULATION “Type” parameter is set to “SLOW ATCK.” On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the slow attack effect on/off. RiseTme 10–2000 ms This adju[...]

126 Insert Effect Parameter Functions Voice Transformer This controls the formants, allowing a variety of voice characters to be created. This adds two voice characters with differing formants to the direct sound. On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the voice transformer effect on/off. Formant1 -100– +100 Adjust the formant of the voice character[...]

127 Section 4 Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Carry out Steps 1–6 from p. 65, and switch to Mastering mode. The Mastering Tool Kit selection screen appears. fig.04-201d 2. Select a Mastering Tool Kit. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Preset/Song/User and number. 3. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the c[...]

128 Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Parameter List Equalizer On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the equalizer effect on/off. Input Gain -24 – +12 dB Sets the overall volume before passing through the equalizer. Low Type SHELVNG, PEAK Sets the equalizer type (shelving, peaking) for the lower range. Low Gain -12 – +12 dB Sets the amount o[...]

129 Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Section 4 Expander This expands the dynamic range at a fixed ratio. On/Off OFF, ON This setting turns the expander on/off. Lo Thres -80–0 dB This sets the volume level at which the lower-range expander goes into effect. Lo Ratio 1:1.00–1:16.0, 1:INF This sets the ratio of increase in output of the lowe[...]

130 Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Mixer Adjusts the volume of each frequency band. Lo Level -80– +6 dB Sets the volume level of the lower range after the signal passes through the expander and compressor. Mid Level -80– +6 dB Sets the volume level of the midrange after the signal passes through the expander and compressor. Hi Level -80[...]

131 Section 4 Loop Effect Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [LOOP EFFECTS]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “CHO/ DLY” or “REV,” and press [ENTER]. fig.01-701d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] until “FX Type” or “Type” is displayed, then turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the loop effect. When using CHO/DLY Select [...]

132 Loop Effect Parameter Functions Parameter List CHORUS/DELAY/DBLN (Doubling) This selects the chorus, delay, or doubling effect. FX Type This sets the type of the effect. CHORUS: A sound with a subtly shifted pitch is added to the direct sound, making the final output sound thicker and broader. DELAY: This creates a thicker sound by applying a d[...]

133 Section 4 Track EQ Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [EQ]. 2. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to set the EQ On/Off for each track. * Pressing a REC TRACK button moves the cursor to the track corresponding to the button pressed. fig.04-401d 3. To change the EQ settings, press CURSOR [ ] repeatedly to display the parameter scree[...]

134 MEMO[...]

135 Section 5 Other Convenient Functions Section 5 Other Convenient Functions[...]

136 Using a foot switch or expression pedal You can connect an optional foot switch (such as the BOSS FS-5U or Roland DP-2) or expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-300L) to the FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack on the rear panel, allowing you to use your foot to control a number of functions. fig.05-101 * Use only the specified expression peda[...]

137 Section 5 Tuning an instrument (Tuner) The BR-864 has a built-in “chromatic tuner function” that allows you to tune your instrument quickly. The built-in tuner supports both guitar and bass guitar. As an example here, we will explain how to use the tuner to tune your guitar. * It is not possible to play back or record while using the tuner.[...]

138 Tuning an instrument (Tuner) Tuning 1. Play a note using the string you are tuning. The screen will indicate the note name that is closest to the pitch of the string you played. * Cleanly play a single note only on the string you wish to tune. 2. Continue tuning until the pitch name of the string you are tuning appears in the display. Normal tu[...]

139 Section 5 Copying difficult songs (Phrase Trainer) Your BR-864 features a built-in “ Phrase Trainer .” The Phrase Trainer records from the device connected to the input jack (e.g., CD players or MD player) and then allows you to play back a part of that recording repeatedly to allow you to practice that portion again and again. You can also[...]

140 Copying difficult songs (Phrase Trainer) 3. To emphasize the bass sound, press CURSOR [ ] [] to select “Low Boost,” and turn the TIME/VALUE dial and adjust the value so that the bass sound is more easily heard. fig.05-303d 4. Press CURSOR [ ] to select “C.Adjust,” and turn the TIME/VALUE dial and adjust the value of the sound that you w[...]

141 Section 5 Synchronizing with MIDI devices In this chapter, you will learn the basic features of the MIDI interface and how to synchronize output with a MIDI sequencer. MIDI Fundamentals MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. This is a worldwide standard that was developed in order to allow music data and sound data to be exchange[...]

142 Synchronizing with MIDI devices 4. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “RhyMIDI ch.” fig.05-403d 5. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to set the MIDI channel (1–16). If you select “OFF,” note messages of the rhythm guide will not be transmitted. 6. Press [UTILITY] (or press [EXIT] repeatedly) to return to the Play screen. * During updating, “Keep[...]

143 Synchronizing with MIDI devices Section 5 fig.05-405d 4. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “Sync Gen,” and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to set the sync generator. fig.05-406d OFF: Synchronization signals will not be output. MTC: MIDI Time Code will be transmitted. MCK: Sends the MIDI clock based on the tempo set with the Rhythm Guide (p. 90). * If[...]

144 Synchronizing with MIDI devices Setting the MTC offset The offset sets the time required to align the song playback and MTC timing when synchronizing an external device using MTC from the BR-864. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SYNC,” and press [ENTER]. fig.05-408ad 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “Off[...]

145 Synchronizing with MIDI devices Section 5 fig.05-410d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “MMC Master,” and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to set the MMC mode. fig.05-411d OFF: MMC will not be transmitted. MASTER: MMC information is sent. The BR-864 becomes the master of the external MIDI instrument. * For details on the MMC functionality supported[...]

146 Mixing the output from an external MIDI device with the output from your BR-864 (Audio Sub Mix) The Audio Sub Mix function allows you to mix the signal input from LINE IN with the signal output to LINE OUT. When performing synchronized playback using the BR-864 and an external MIDI device, you can use the Audio Sub Mix function to mix the outpu[...]

147 Section 5 Initializing the BR-864’s settings Initializing all the BR-864’s settings The following settings are initialized together at one time. • System Settings • Effects (User Patches/Song Patches) • Rhythm Guide (Arrangements/Patterns/Drum Kits) 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “INI,” and press[...]

148 Initializing the BR-864’s settings Initializing the effect settings Follow the procedure below to initialize the user effect patch or song effect patch. A list of the initial settings for each parameter is given in the “Parameter List” (p. 178). 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “INI,” and press [ENTER][...]

149 Initializing the BR-864’s settings Section 5 Initializing the Memory Card Be aware that when initialized, any existing data on the card will be erased. * If you initialize the memory card supplied with the BR-864, the demo songs on the card will be lost. Before you insert or remove a memory card, always turn off the BR-864 first.If a memory c[...]

150 Conserving battery power ( Power Save) Your BR-864 is equipped with a power save function that limits the current dissipation during use. When the power save function is activated, if no button, or TIME/VALUE dial on the BR-864 is used for a certain amount of time, the BR-864 will enter the standby state and turn off the display backlight and b[...]

151 Section 5 Utility parameter list Utilities include the following: • “System parameters” for setting functions affecting the entire BR-864 • “Sync parameters” for setting synchronized performance functions • “Scrub parameters” for setting scrub functions • “Insert mode” for setting effect functions About the System parame[...]

152 Utility parameter list MTC Type Valid Settings: 30, 29N, 29D, 25, 24 (Initial value: 30) This sets the type of MTC output from the MIDI OUT connector. 30: 130 frames per second non-drop format. This is used by audio devices such as analog tape recorders, and for NTSC format black and white video (used in Japan and the U.S.). 29N: 29.97 frames p[...]

153 Utility parameter list Section 5 About the effects Insert mode This section describes Insert mode. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SYS,” and press [ENTER]. 3. Make the setting with the TIME/VALUE dial. Insert Mode Valid Settings: INPUT<NORMAL>, INPUT<REC DRY>, TRACK 1–8, TRACK 1&2–7&[...]

154 MEMO[...]

155 Section 6 USB Section 6 USB[...]

156 Before Using USB (Overview) The BR-864 is equipped with a USB connector, which allows you to connect the BR-864 directly to a computer, making it easy to back up your important song data and exchange files between the BR-864 and the computer. What is USB? USB, short for “Universal Serial Bus,” is a type of interface for connecting computers[...]

157 Before Using USB (Overview) Section 6 USB Folder WAV and AIFF files loaded to the BR-864’s tracks, and WAV and AIFF files saved on computers (track data converted to WAV and AIFF format) will be saved here (p. 161, p. 164). Folders and files created on memory cards are displayed on the computer screen. When you continue with an operation, the[...]

158 Backing up the BR-864’s data With Windows 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears. 3. Select “BACKUP” with the TIME/VALUE dial, then press [ENTER]. The Idling screen appears in the display. fig.06-103d * You cannot carry out[...]

159 Backing up the BR-864’s data Section 6 With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears. 3. Select “BACKUP” with the TIME/VALUE dial, then press [ENTER]. The Idling screen appears in the display. fig.06-106d * You cann[...]

160 Backing up the BR-864’s data fig.06-110ad * You cannot carry out the following procedure unless the Idling screen is displayed. Refer to p. 182 for instructions on resolving this problem. With Windows The “BOSS_BR-864” (or “Removable Disk (*:)”) icon is added to the computer. fig.06-104 With Macintosh The “BOSS_BR-864” icon is add[...]

161 Section 6 Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) You can convert the BR-864’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your mastered tracks to WAV or AIFF files, you can easily use your computer to create audio CDs with the data, as well as load the data into audio applications[...]

162 Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) fig.06-114d When you have finished exporting the data, the Idling screen returns to the display. 8. Quit the connection to the computer. In My Computer, right-click on the “BOSS_BR-864” icon (or “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) to “Eject” the disk. * If this procedure fails to[...]

163 Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) Section 6 6. Press [ENTER]. Conversion of the WAV or AIFF file begins. Conversion of the WAV or AIFF file begins. Files names are converted as shown below. (Mono) Track 1, V-Track 1 TR01_ _ _1.WAV or TR01_ _ _1.AIF Track 1, V-Track 2 TR01_ _ _1.WAV or TR01_ _ _1.AIF : Track 8, V-Trac[...]

164 Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-864 tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) You can take WAV or AIFF files on your computer, such as files created with audio software applications, and load them to the BR-864’s tracks. ● Wave data in the following formats can be imported. You cannot import wave data in other formats. • WAV or AIFF format • Mono or Stereo[...]

165 Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-864 tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) Section 6 7. Quit the connection to the computer. In My Computer, right-click on the “BOSS_BR-864” icon (or “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) to “Eject” the disk. * If this procedure fails to eject the disk, use the procedure below. 1) Click the icon in the task tray, then click th[...]

166 Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-864 tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) fig.06-130d The “BOSS_BR-864” icon is added to the computer. fig.06-107 6. Copy the WAV or AIFF files you want to import. 1) Double-click the “BOSS_BR-864” icon. 2) Drag the imported WAV or AIFF file to the “USB” folder. * Only one file can be imported at a time in each impor[...]

167 Section 6 Importing SMFs and creating patterns You can import SMFs (Standard MIDI Files) stored on memory cards as song patterns. You can easily increase your collection of song patterns by creating SMFs on your computer or other device and copying them to memory cards. ● You cannot import SMFs containing more than 999 measures. ● Add the e[...]

168 Importing SMFs and creating patterns fig.03-436d 8. Press [PROGRAM]. fig.03-437d 9. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “SMF,” and press [ENTER]. The names of the SMFs on the memory card are displayed. fig.03-438d 10. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the SMF to be imported, then press [ENTER]. When importing GM/GS/XG-compatible SMFs, MID[...]

169 Importing SMFs and creating patterns Section 6 fig.03-435d When you have finished importing the SMF, the Idling screen returns to the display. 5. Quit the connection to the computer. 1) Drag the “BOSS_BR-864” icon into the trash. 6. Press BR-864’s [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. * If you press [EXIT] without quitting the c[...]

170 Loading drum sounds from WAV/AIFF files You can import WAV and AIFF files on your computer and load these as drum sounds (TONE LOAD). ● Wave data in the following formats can be imported. You cannot import wave data in other formats. • WAV or AIFF format • Mono or Stereo • 8-bit or 16-bit • Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz ● Add the extensio[...]

171 Loading drum sounds from WAV/AIFF files Section 6 * If this procedure fails to eject the disk, use the procedure below. 1) Click the icon in the task tray, then click the “Stop USB Disk—drive (*:)” message displayed there. fig.06-105a 2) Click [OK] in the “Safe To Remove Hardware” dialog box that appears. 6. Press BR-864’s [EXIT] re[...]

172 Loading drum sounds from WAV/AIFF files With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears. 3. Select “BACKUP” with the TIME/VALUE dial, then press [ENTER]. The Idling screen appears in the display. fig.03-513d * You canno[...]

173 Loading drum sounds from WAV/AIFF files Section 6 10. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the load- destination song drum kit. S1–5: Song Drum Kit 1–5 fig.03-517d 11. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the load- destination song drum sound, then press [ENTER]. The load is executed. To cancel, press [EXIT]. fig.03-518d * During updating, “[...]

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175 Section 7 Appendices Section 7 Appendices[...]

176 Arrangement / Pattern List Preset Arrangement List Each of the preset patterns (except Metro4/4) is set so that a three-measure BREAK, followed by V1 (verse) comes after the E (ending). No. Arrangement Name Initial Tempo Beat Starting measure BREAK V1 Drum Kit IN V1 F1 V2 F2 V2 END P01 ROCK1 130 4/4 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 16 19 ROOM P02 ROCK2 130 4/4 [...]

177 Arrangement / Pattern List Section 7 Preset Pattern List Pattern Name (Abbreviation shown in display) Initial Tempo Beat Measure IN V1 F1 V2 F2 E ROCK1 130 4/4 1 2 2 2 2 4 ROCK2 130 4/4 2 2 2 2 2 4 ROCK3 118 4/4 2 2 1 2 1 2 ROCK4 118 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 4 ROCK5 104 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 2 ROCK6 86 4/4 1 4 1 4 1 2 Hard Rock 1(HdRc1) 130 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 3 Hard R[...]

178 Parameter List (*1) If you want to save the settings as part of the currently selected song, hold down [STOP] and press [REC]. (*2) Stored in the BR-864. (*2) Not Stored. Mixer Parameter (*1) Parameter Name Display Initial Value Valid Settings Input Select - GUITAR/BASS GUITAR/BASS, MIC, LINE, SIMUL Recording Mode REC MODE INPUT INPUT, BOUNCE, [...]

179 Parameter List Section 7 Recorder Parameter (*1) Parameter Name Display Initial Value Valid Settings Recording Track Status - Track 1: REC PLAY, REC Track 2–8: PLAY V-Track V-TRACK 1 1–8 Auto Punch On/Off - OFF OFF, ON Auto Punch In/Out - - 00:00:00-00.00–23:59:59-**.** (*) Locator - - 00:00:00-00.00–23:59:59-**.** (*) Repeat - - 00:00:[...]

180 Parameter List Scrub Parameter (*3) Parameter Name Display Initial Value Valid Settings Scrub From/To Mode FROM/TO FROM FROM, TO Preview Switch Preview SW OFF OFF, ON Insert Mode Parameter (*3) Parameter Name Display Initial Value Valid Settings Insert Mode Insert Mode INPUT<NORMAL> INPUT<NORMAL>, INPUT<REC DRY>, TRACK 1–8, [...]

181 Section 7 Troubleshooting If the BR-864 does not function as you expect, please check the following points before assuming that a malfunction has occurred. If this does not resolve the problem, contact a nearby Roland service center or your dealer. Problems with the sound No sound ❍ Is the power of the BR-864 and of the connected equipment tu[...]

182 Troubleshooting Problems with the memory card “Unsupported Card!” is displayed ❍ Do you have a compatible (CompactFlash) memory card inserted in the BR-864? ❍ Is the memory card fully and securely inserted? Synchronization problems (Cannot synchronize) When using MTC to synchronize the BR-864 with a MIDI sequencer, the BR-864 must be th[...]

183 Section 7 Error Messages If you attempt an incorrect operation or if an operation could not be executed, the display will indicate an error message. Refer to this list and take the appropriate action. Battery Low! Cause: The batteries are depleted (6 x AA dry-cell batteries). Solution: Replace the batteries as soon as possible (p. 22). Cannot E[...]

184 Error Messages ERROR! No File Cause: The BR-864’s [EXIT] button was pressed during the import of a WAV or AIFF file (p. 164), when there were no WAV or AIFF files in the “USB” folder. Solution: Copy the WAV or AIFF files that you want to import to the “USB” folder. Lack of Event! Cause: It is not possible to execute Undo or Redo if fe[...]

185 Section 7 8-TRACK DIGITAL STUDIO Date: Mar. 1, 2003 Model BR-864 Version: 1.00 MIDI Implementation 1. TRANSMITTED DATA ■ Channel Voice Message ● Note On If the MIDI parameter “RhyMIDI ch” is set to “1–16,” note numbers/velocities corresponding to the rhythm pattern will be transmitted on the MIDI channel that is specified for the [...]

186 MIDI Implementation ■ System Exclusive Message Status Data Bytes Status F0H iiH,ddH, ..., eeH F7H Byte Description F0H Status of Exclusive Message iiH ID Number 7EH Universal Non Realtime Message 7FH Universal Realtime Message ddH Data: 00H - 7FH (0-127) : : eeH Data F7H EOX (End of Exclusive Message) The BR-864 can transmit and receive Unive[...]

187 MIDI Implementation Section 7 ● LOCATE (MCP) ❍ Format 2 - LOCATE [TARGET] Status Data Bytes Status F0H 7FH, Dev, 06H, 44H, 06H, 01H, hrH, mnH, scH, frH, ffH F7H Byte Description F0H Status of Exclusive Message 7FH Universal System Exclusive Message Realtime Header Dev Device ID (7FH) 06H MMC Command Message 44H LOCATE(MCP) 06H Number of Byt[...]

188 MIDI Implementation Chart M I D I I m p l e m e n t a t i o n C h a r t Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number : Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Prog Change System Exclusive System Common System Real Time Aux Message Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks Default Changed Default Messages Altered True Voice Note ON Note OFF Key&[...]

189 Section 7 Specifications BR-864: Digital Studio ● Tracks Track: 8 V-Track: 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track) * Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 8 tracks can be played back simultaneously. ● Useful Capacity CompactFlash: 32 M–1 G bytes ● Data Type HiFi (MT2) STANDARD (LV1) LONG (LV2) ● Signal Processing AD Conversi[...]

190 Specifications ● Current Draw 200 mA * Expected battery life under continuous use: Alkaline: 5 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. ● Dimensions 322 (W) x 225 (D) x 69 (H) mm 12-11/16 (W) x 8-7/8 (D) x 2-3/4 (H) inches ● Weight 1.65 kg/3 lbs 11 oz (excluding batteries) ● Accessories Dry battery (R6 (A[...]

191 Section 7 Index Numerics 24 ...................................................................................... 143, 152 25 ...................................................................................... 143, 152 29D ................................................................................... 143, 152 29N ......................[...]

192 Index Delay ................................................................................. 62, 119 DELETE/MUTE .................................................. 19, 39, 99, 102 Demo Song ............................................................................... 26 Depth ............................................... 117, 119–120, 12[...]

193 Index Section 7 I IMPORT .......................................................................... 164–165 Import ........................................................................................ 96 IN ............................................................................. 18, 33, 47, 90 In Send .................................[...]

194 Index MIDI IN ................................................................................... 141 MIDI OUT ......................................................................... 22, 141 MIDI Sequencer ..................................................................... 142 Mix Level ......................................................[...]

195 Index Section 7 Reference Pitch ....................................................................... 138 Rehearse .................................................................................... 98 Release ..................................................................... 121, 123, 130 Release Time ....................................[...]

196 Index TONELOAD Folder .............................................................. 156 Top-Hi ..................................................................................... 117 Top-Mid .................................................................................. 117 TOUCH ...........................................................[...]

197 MEMO Section 7[...]

PAN EQ Low EQ High CHO/DLY Send REV Send PAN EQ Low EQ High PAN EQ Low EQ High PAN EQ Low EQ High PAN EQ Low EQ High PAN EQ Low EQ High Insert Mode: Patch: Mastering Tool Kit: TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 TRACK 4 TRACK 5 TRACK 6 TRACK 7 TRACK 8 PAN EQ Low EQ High PAN EQ Low EQ High EFFECTS COMMENTS Track Sheet CHO/DLY Send REV Send CHO/DLY Send REV Send[...]

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NOTICE A[...]

Owner’s Manual ********** 1*SX Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS BR-864 8-Track Digital Studio. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: • USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3) • IMPORTANT NOTES (page 4–5) These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Addi[...]