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    Additional Functions Additional functions in Version 2 ■ Effect Algorithms Inherited from the BOSS GT-6B The BC-1600CD incorporates algorithms—virtually unaltered—from the world-famous BOSS GT-6B bass multi- effects processor. Now bassists also can enjoy using COSM Amp Modeling, COSM Overdrive/Distortion, and other high-quality modeling effec[...]

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    2 Algorithms From the GT-6B (COSM OD BASS AMP) Version 2 now includes effects algorithms from the BOSS GT- 6B multi-effects processor that can be used for bass guitars. These algorithms are referred to by the title “COSM OVERDRIVE BASS AMP (COSM OD BASS AMP).” COSM OD BASS AMP incorporates the BOSS GT-6B’s amp modeling and COSM overdrive and [...]

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    3 Making Detailed Settings for Pitch Correction (Correction Event Map) In Version 2, you can now specify the precise time and level of pitch correction used when editing the pitch with the Pitch Correction function. This allows you to select and edit just those portions of the vocals you want to correct. When detailed corrections are made to the pi[...]

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    4 Making Detailed Settings for Pitch Correction (Correction Event Map) 7. Move the cursor to “SMOOTH” and specify the correction speed. fig.03-3683d SMOOTH -100 – +100 The value set here is added to the value of the “Smooth” patch parameter (p. 118 in Owner’s Manual). When set to “0,” the correction speed is the same as that set in [...]

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    5 Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) In Version 2, when applying backing chorus, you can now specify precisely the time and pitches in the harmony and the backing chorus ON/OFF status. This allows you, for example, to freely add harmonies to solo vocals. In adding detailed backing chorus, the time at which the backing [...]

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    6 Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) VOICE1: OFF The first voice is not played after the specified point in the song. AUTO After the specified point in the song, the voice is played in accordance with the rhythm arrangement’s chord map. (This functions the same way as Harmony Sequence in versions prior to Version 1.1[...]

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    7 Adjusting the Mastering Tool Kit Effects and Volume In Version 2, not only can you select Mastering Tool Kit patches, but you can now also make adjustments to the patches with VALUE knobs 1–3. 1. Select a Mastering Tool Kit patch. 2. Press PAGE SCROLL button [ ]. The VALUE knob (1–3) icons appears. fig.03-901d 3. Adjust the VALUE 1–3 knobs [...]

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    8 Importing BR-1180CD/1200CD Songs Via CD-R/RW Discs (BR-1180CD/1200CD Song Convert) With Version 2, without having additional operation, you can convert songs created with the BR-1180CD/1200CD and import them to the BR-1600CD. • Users already working with Version 1.10 should note that BR-1180CD song convert function is already featured in Versio[...]

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    9 S ynchronizing the BR-1600CD to Another BR Series Device or MIDI Sequencer (MTC Slave) With Version 2, the BR-1600CD can receive synchronization messages known as “MIDI Time Code” (MTC), which allows you to synchronize its playback timing with an external device. In such setups, another BR Series unit (BR-8/532/ 864/900CD/1180/1180CD/1200CD) [...]

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    10 Synchronizing the BR-1600CD to Another BR Series Device or MIDI Sequencer 3. Press [EXIT/NO] several times to return to the top screen. 4. If you want to record using the slave device, press [REC] on the slave BR-1600CD at this point so the button flashes red (recording standby mode). Do not press [PLAY] at this time. Additionally, you do not ne[...]

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    11 Saving Recorded Data for All Tracks at One Time in WAV/AIFF Format When saving recorded track data to a computer via USB in WAV or AIFF format, Version 2 now enables you to save all of the tracks in one operation. If using Windows: At Step 5 of the procedure on p. 248 in the Owner’s Manual, rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to the right to select *-*[...]

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