Roland BR-800 manual

3 Record while Listening to Rhythm Record with Effects Applied Preparations for Recording Record/Playback Edit Y our Song Master Y our Song Make Connections (p. 32) T urn the Power On/Off (p. 34) Record (p. 36) Playback (p. 41) T urning the Insert Effect On/Off (p. 55) Easily Edit the Insert Effect (p. 55) T urn Rhythm On/Off (p. 90) Play Patterns [...]

4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ......................................................................................................... 003 • Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so[...]

5 014 • Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) ......................................................................................................... 015 • Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords — the total[...]

6 IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply: Use of Batteries 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is[...]

7 IMPORTANT NOTES 553 • Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. 554 • Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display. 556 • When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never [...]

8 Contents Recording Flow on the BR-800 ............... 3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY .................... 4 IMPORTANT NOTES .............................. 6 Main Features .......................................... 11 Panel Descriptions .................................. 12 Top Panel................................................... 12 Front Panel .....[...]

9 Contents Using Effects ....................... 53 Using Insert Effects ................................ 54 Effect Patches and Banks ........................ 54 Turning the Insert Effect On/Off .......... 55 Easily Creating an Insert Effect (EZ TONE) ........................................................ 55 Editing the Insert Effect Settings....[...]

10 Contents Using the BR-800 as an Audio Interface ................................................. 119 Recording Audio from the BR-800 on Your Computer ...................................... 119 Using the BR-800 to Hear Songs Played Back by Your Computer........................ 119 Using the BR-800 to Record Songs Played Back by Your Computer....[...]

11 Main Features The BR-800 is a digital recorder that allows even the beginner to create songs easily. From recording to mastering, this convenient device makes it easy for you to start enjoying the benefits of digital recording. The BR-800 provides recording capabilities to meet a wide range of needs. • COSM effects for electric guitar/bass are[...]

12 Panel Descriptions fig.TopPanel.eps MIC L/R (internal stereo microphones L/R) You can use these microphones to record in stereo. “Selecting the Input Source” (p. 37) * Speakers are not built in. In order to hear the sound, you’ll need to use headphones or connect amplified speakers to LINE OUT jacks. [INPUT SENS (Input sensitivity) [1] , [[...]

13 Panel Descriptions Track [1]–[7/8] faders These faders adjust the playback volume of each track. [RHYTHM] fader This fader adjusts the volume of the rhythm. “Playing Patterns” (p. 91) “Playing an Arrangement” (p. 93) [MASTER] fader This fader adjusts the overall volume. Track 1–7/8 [PLAY] buttons These buttons select the tracks that [...]

14 Panel Descriptions fig.TopPanel.eps [TRACK] button This button allows you to adjust each track’s tone quality or edit the track (p. 105). [MENU] button This button accesses various functions, such as settings for the entire BR-800. [EXIT] button This button returns you to the previous screen, or cancels an operation. [ENTER] button This button[...]

15 Panel Descriptions Display fig.Display.eps This shows various types of information depending on the settings you’re making, such as volume levels, menu screens, and parameter editing screens. If you find the display screen difficult to read, refer to “Adjusting the Display Contrast” (p. 128). Song This shows the song name. Time This shows [...]

16 Panel Descriptions fig.FrontPanel.eps PHONES jack (stereo phone type) Connect separately sold stereo headphones here. Connecting headphones will allow you to hear the same sound as the LINE OUT jacks outputs. Use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the headphone volume. GUITAR/BASS jack Connect your guitar or bass here. This is a high-impedance input j[...]

17 Panel Descriptions fig.RearPanel.eps Security Slot ( ) http://www.kensington.com/ LINE OUT jacks These are analog audio output jacks. You can connect them to external audio equipment (e.g., a stereo amp), or to a CD recorder or similar device to record the BR-800’s analog output (p. 116). FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL (Foot switch/Expression pedal) jack A[...]

18 Panel Descriptions fig.SidePanel.eps MEMORY CARD (SD card) slot Insert an SD card. Recording is not possible unless an SD card is inserted. “SD Cards that Can Be Used with the BR-800” (p. 142) USB connector This connector lets you connect the BR-800 to your computer via a USB cable. When connected to a computer, you’ll be able to do the fo[...]

19 Panel Descriptions 1 Make sure that the [POWER] switch is “OFF.” 2 Turn the BR-800 upside down. 3 Detach the battery cover. fig.Batt01.eps 4 Insert six AA batteries into the battery compartment, taking care to observe the correct polarity (+/- orientation). fig.Batt02.eps 5 Attach the battery cover. Installing Batteries Battery cover • Whe[...]

MEMO 20 BR800_e.book 20 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

21 Quick Start BR800_e.book 21 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

22 Listening to the Demo Songs The SD card included with the BR-800 contains demo songs. Here’s how to play back the demo songs. With the power switched off on both the BR-800 and your monitor speakers, make connections as shown below. fig.Quick_EZ1-e.eps 1. Make Connections Monitor speakers AC adaptor T o the LINE OUT jacks Stereo headphones If [...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 23 Listening to the Demo Songs * You must use the following procedure to turn on the power. Using an incorrect order may cause malfunction or speaker damage. 2. Turn on the Power 1 Lower the BR-800’s [MA[...]

24 Listening to the Demo Songs 3. Listen to the Demo Songs 1 Press the [MENU] button. The MENU screen will appear. D_Menu_Input.eps 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SONG,” and press the [ENTER] button. The SONG screen will appear. D_Song_New.eps 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SELECT,” and pres[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 25 Listening to the Demo Songs 5 Set the faders to the positions shown below. fig.Quick_DemoSong3-5-e.eps [MASTER] fader at minim um. T rack faders to nominal position. 6 Press the [PLAY] button. Song play[...]

26 Recording with the EZ Recording Function EZ Recording is a function that makes it easy to start recording. Simply select a recording source and the desired musical style, and the most suitable effect and rhythm settings will be made automatically. As an example, here how to record your guitar. For details on connections and turning on the power,[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 27 Recording with the EZ Recording Function 2. Recording 4 Press the [ENTER] button. The EZ REC-3 screen will appear. The effect and rhythm for the selected SOURCE and CATEGORY are shown. D_EZ_Rec_Result_G[...]

28 Recording with the EZ Recording Function 3 Slowly increase the [MASTER] fader to adjust the volume to the appropriate level for monitoring. fig.Quick_EZ2-3.eps 4 Press the [REC] button. The [REC] button will blink red; the BR-800 is now in recording-standby mode. fig.Quick_EZ2-4-e.eps Blinking 5 Press the [PLAY] button. The [PLAY] button will li[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 29 Recording with the EZ Recording Function 3. Playing Back 1 Press the [ZERO] button to return to the beginning of the song. The current time location will change to 00:00:00-00:0. fig.Quick_EZ3-1.eps 2 P[...]

30 Recording with the EZ Recording Function Choose the setting that’s appropriate for the input source you’re recording. Choose the style of music that’s closest to what you have in mind for your song. EZ Recording Parameter List SOURCE Parameter Explanation E.GUITAR Choose this when recording an electric guitar connected to the GUITAR/ BASS [...]

31 Getting Ready to Record BR800_e.book 31 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

32 Making Connections Make connections as shown in the illustrations below. Make sure that the power to all of your equipment is switched off before you make connections. fig.panel-e.eps ■ Side Panel Computer AC adaptor ■ Rear Panel Monitor speakers etc. Foot s witch (FS-5U etc.) Expression pedal (Roland EV -5 etc.) P ortable audio play er etc.[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 33 Making Connections A slot (cord hook) for securing the AC adaptor cord is built into the bottom of the BR-800. To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out [...]

34 Turning the Power On/Off Once the connections have been completed (p. 32), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. 1 Check the following before you turn on the power. ❒ Have connections with your external eq[...]

35 Recording/ Playback BR800_e.book 35 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

36 Recording The BR-800 manages your recordings in units called “songs.” To record a new song, carry out the procedure below. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SONG,” and press the [ENTER] button. D_Song_New.eps 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “NEW,” and press the [[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 37 Recording Here’s how to select the input source you’ll be recording, and specify the number of tracks that you want to record. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the[...]

38 Recording Here’s how to adjust the volume of the recording on the track. 1 Lower the [MASTER] fader. 2 Turn the [REC LEVEL] knob to approximately the center position, and slowly raise the [MASTER] fader. 3 Use the [REC LEVEL] knob to adjust the recording level. Adjust the level so that the INPUT level meter moves within the range of -12 (betwe[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 39 Recording Each of the BR-800’s tracks contains eight “V-tracks,” and you can choose one of these V-tracks for recording or playback. By using V-tracks, you can record and compare multiple takes of[...]

40 Recording You can adjust the stereo feel (pan) of your instruments’ input sound. 1 Press the [TRACK] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “PAN,” and press the [ENTER] button. The PAN screen will appear. D_Pan.eps 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to select the input or track whose setting you want to edit. * You ca[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 41 Recording Loop recording is a function that copies the recorded data when you stop recording, making it occupy approximately 200 measures. By using Loop recording you can easily create looped phrases th[...]

42 Recording Additional Performances (Overdubbing) Tracks whose track [PLAY] button is lit or blinking already contain recorded sound. The process of listening to previously recorded sound while you record additional material on another track is called “overdubbing.” This allows you to record parts such as bass, guitar, and vocals on separate t[...]

43 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Playing Back Repeatedly ( Repeat) By using the “repeat” function you can repeatedly play back a specified region. The repeat region will repeatedly play back as follows. fig.01-570 1 Press the [REPE[...]

44 Playing Back Repeatedly (Repeat) Normally, the repeat start/end points will be set to the moments at which you press the [REPEAT] button, meaning that the repeat region might not be set precisely as you intended. In such cases, you can use the “Quantize” feature so that the repeat region will be set in precise one-measure units regardless of[...]

45 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Re-Recording Only Over a Mistake (Punch-In/Out) When recording, there may be times when you made a mistake or were unable to play as you intended. In such cases, you can use punch-in/out to re-record on[...]

46 Re-Recording Only Over a Mistake (Punch-In/Out) ■ Using a foot switch If you’re recording an instrumental performance by yourself and simultaneously operating the recording system, it’s convenient to use a separately sold foot switch (e.g., BOSS FS-5U or Roland DP-2) so that operations can be performed using your foot. Connect your foot sw[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 47 Re-Recording Only Over a Mistake (Punch-In/Out) 4 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “DISP,” and turn the dial to choose the units in which you’ll specify the locations. 5 Use th[...]

48 Cancelling an Operation (UNDO/REDO) There may be times when you would like to cancel the result of an operation; for example, when recording, you might not have been able to record as you intended, or you might have made a mistake when making editing settings. In such cases, you can use “Undo.” Undo means to return to the state prior to the [...]

49 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Viewing Information about the Song Here’s how you can make the recording-standby or recording screen show the remaining recording time. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to m[...]

50 Simple Recording (SONG SKETCH) By putting the BR-800 in Song Sketch mode, you can use it as a stereo WAV file recorder/player. This provides an easy way to record your song ideas and phrases. Press the [SONG SKETCH] button to enter Song Sketch mode. The SONG SKETCH screen will appear. Press the [EXIT] button to return to normal mode. The SONG SK[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 51 Simple Recording (SONG SKETCH) 6 Press the [REC] button. Recording will begin. The [PLAY] button will light green, and the [REC] button will light red. fig.Rec04-e.eps 7 When you’re finished recording[...]

52 Simple Recording (SONG SKETCH) You are free to assign a name to a WAV file. 1 Press the [SONG SKETCH] button. The SONG SKETCH screen will appear. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to the file name, and use the dial to select the file that you want to rename. 3 Press the [MENU] button. 4 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move th[...]

53 Using Effects BR800_e.book 53 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

54 Using Insert Effects The BR-800 has independent processors for four different kinds of effects: insert effects, loop effects, track EQ, and mastering effects. You can use these simultaneously, and make settings for each as appropriate for your needs. This chapter explains how to edit the insert effect processor, and how to save your edited setti[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 55 Using Insert Effects 1 Press the [EFFECTS] button. The [EFFECTS] button will light, and the insert effect will turn on. fig.effect_on_off.eps Press the [EFFECTS] button once again to turn the insert eff[...]

56 Using Insert Effects 5 If you want to save the current effect settings, proceed as described in “Saving the Insert Effect Settings (Write)” (p. 57). To create a new effect sound, choose an existing patch that’s close to what you have in mind, and then edit it. When saving the edited patch, save it as a user patch or song patch. 1 Press the[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 57 Using Insert Effects 4 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to each effect, and use the dial to specify the on/off status of each effect. The icons show the status of each effect as follows[...]

58 Using Insert Effects The BR-800 lets you change the location of the insert effect, allowing you to use it for a variety of different purposes. 1 In the EFFECT screen, press the CURSOR [ ] button to move the cursor to “LOCATION,” and press the [ENTER] button. The LOCATION screen will appear. D_Effect_Location.eps 2 Turn the dial to specify th[...]

59 Using Insert Effects Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 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[...]

60 Using Insert Effects 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 GUITAR TO BASS. fig.GuitarToBass.eps Guitar to Bass Compressor/Limiter Wah Distortion Amp Equalizer Noise Suppressor Modulation - Enhancer - Slow Gear - Defretter - Octave[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 61 Using Insert Effects This is a multi-effect for vocals. It provides effects that are optimized for vocals. fig.VocalMulti.eps Pitch Correct Dynamics Tone/SFX Equalizer Noise Suppressor Double/Harmony De[...]

62 Using Insert Effects This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electric guitar. For the guitar, you can produce an amp sound using a preamp and speaker simulator. (GUITAR) fig.VOGTAMPGuitar.eps Compressor/Limiter Amp Equalizer Noise Suppressor Modulation - Enhancer - Guitar Sim - Slow Gear - Sitar Sim - Octave - Pitch S[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 63 Using Insert Effects 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.VOA[...]

64 Using Insert Effects This is an effect for four-channel microphone recording. It provides the effects needed for recording with multiple microphones. fig.4-InputMulti.eps Low Cut Compressor/Limiter Equalizer Noise Suppressor This provides an independent compressor/limiter for each track. It allows you to make the playback volume of each track mo[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 65 Using Insert Effects *1 Setting available when MODE is set to COMPRESSOR. *2 Setting available when MODE is set to LIMITER. With “BASS MULTI” algorithms ATTACK 0–100 Adjusts the strength of the pi[...]

66 Using Insert Effects *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to BOSS COMP or D-COMP. *2 Setting available when TYPE is set to BOSS COMP, D-COMP, BOSS LIM, RACK 160 D, or VTG RACK U. *3 Setting available when TYPE is set to BOSS LIM, RACK 160 D, or VTG RACK U. *4 Setting available when TYPE is set to MULTI BAND. *5 Setting available when TYPE is se[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 67 Using Insert Effects *1 Setting available when the algorithm is set to GUITAR MULTI. *2 Setting available when the algorithm is set to BASS MULTI or GUITAR TO BASS. *3 Setting available when MODE is set[...]

68 Using Insert Effects With “BASS MULTI” or “GUITAR TO BASS” algorithms COSM technology simulates different preamp characteristics, speaker sizes, and cabinet shapes. TONE -50–+50 Adjusts the tone. E.LEVEL (Effect Level) 0–100 Adjusts the volume of the effect sound. D.LEVEL (Direct Level) 0–100 Adjusts the volume of the direct sound.[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 69 Using Insert Effects MATCH MATCH DRIVE This models the sound input to left in- put on a Matchless D/C-30. A simulation of the latest tube amp widely used in styles from blues and rock. FAT MATCH This mo[...]

70 Using Insert Effects With “BASS MULTI” or “GUITAR TO BASS” algorithms ORIGINAL This is the built-in speaker of the amp you selected with PREAMP TYPE. 1x8” This is a compact open-back speaker cabinet with one 8-inch speaker. 1x10” This is a compact open-back speaker cabinet with one 10-inch speaker. 1x12” This is a compact open-back[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 71 Using Insert Effects *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to FLIP TOP, B MAN, CONCERT 810, T.E., or SESSION. *2 Setting available when TYPE is set to SUPER FLAT or AC BASS. *3 Setting available when TY[...]

72 Using Insert Effects This adjusts the tone as a equalizer. A parametric type is adopted for the high-middle and low-middle range. This effect reduces the noise and hum picked up by guitar pickups. Since it suppresses the noise in synchronization with the envelope of the guitar sound (the way in which the guitar sound decays over time), it has ve[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 73 Using Insert Effects Use TYPE to select the effect that you want to use. ENHANCER This is an effect that clarifies the contour of the input sound by emphasizing the attack of the sound following changes[...]

74 Using Insert Effects BASS SIM (Bass Simulator) Simulation of the characteristics of particular bass components such as pickups and different bass bodies allows you to switch among a number of different bass types all while using a single bass. SLOW GEAR This produces a volume-swell effect (“violin-like” sound). DEFRETTER This simulates a fre[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 75 Using Insert Effects SITAR SIM (Sitar Simulator) This simulates the sound of the sitar. OCTAVE This adds a note one octave lower, creating a richer sound. Because of the need to analyze the pitch, chord[...]

76 Using Insert Effects PHASER By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the phaser effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the sound. FLANGER The flanging effect gives a twisting, jet-airplane-like character to the sound. TREMOLO Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume. Parameter/ Range Explanation TYPE Selec[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 77 Using Insert Effects ROTARY This produces an effect like the sound of a rotary speaker. UNI-V (Uni-Vibe) This models a Uni-Vibe. Although this resembles a phaser effect, it also provides a unique undula[...]

78 Using Insert Effects CHORUS In this effect, a slightly detuned sound is added to the original sound to add depth and breadth. DBL DELAY (Doubling Delay) By adding a slightly time-delayed sound to the direct sound, this produces the impression that multiple sources are sounding together (a “doubling” effect). Best results will be achieved whe[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 79 Using Insert Effects This effect adds delayed sound to the direct sound, giving more body to the sound or creating special effects. *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to PAN. Simulation of the charac[...]

80 Using Insert Effects *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to JB. This transforms the pickup output of an electro-acoustic guitar into a richer sound, as though it had been recorded using a microphone. Corrects inaccuracies in the pitch. With certain settings, pitch correct can make the pitch change in a coarse “stair-step” fashion to produc[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 81 Using Insert Effects Adjusts the tonal character or applies special effects. *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to DISTORTION. *2 Setting available when TYPE is set to STROBE or FLANGER. *3 Setting a[...]

82 Using Insert Effects This filter cuts out vocal pop and other unwanted low-band noise. This effect is used to produce a lo-fi sound. *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to RADIO. *2 Setting available when TYPE is set to VINYL. *3 Setting available when TYPE is set to RADIO or VINYL. *4 Setting available when TYPE is set to DIGITAL. LOW CUT Par[...]

83 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Adding a Sense of Spaciousness By making use of the BR-800’s onboard “Loop Effects,” you can add a sense of spaciousness and depth to your sounds. You can adjust the effect depth by adjusting the [...]

84 Adding a Sense of Spaciousness 1 Press the [TRACK] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “REVERB” or “CHO/DLY,” and press the [ENTER] button. The send level screen will appear. D_Reverb.eps 3 Press the [ENTER] button. The loop effect parameter edit screen will appear. For REVERB D_Reverb_Edit.eps For CHO/DLY D_Ch[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 85 Adding a Sense of Spaciousness *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to SPRING. *1 Setting available when TYPE is set to CHORUS. *2 Setting available when TYPE is set to DELAY. E.LEVEL (Effect Level) 0?[...]

86 Adjusting the Tone of Each Track The BR-800 provides a three-band equalizer that’s independent for each track. You can use this to adjust the tone quality of each track. 1 Press the [TRACK] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “EQ,” and press the [ENTER] button. The EQ edit screen will appear. D_EQ.eps 3 Use the C[...]

87 Using Rhythm BR800_e.book 87 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

88 Overview of the Rhythm Section The BR-800 provides a dedicated rhythm generator that is separate from the audio tracks 1–7/8. You can use this rhythm as a guide during recording, or create an original rhythm backing by arranging various internal rhythms to match the structure of your song. Broadly speaking, the BR-800’s rhythms consist of ?[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 89 Overview of the Rhythm Section ■ Arrangements Although a pattern can be used by itself like a metronome to guide your practicing, that would mean that the rhythm does not change from the beginning to [...]

90 Overview of the Rhythm Section 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. The [RHYTHM] button will light, and the rhythm will turn on. fig.rhythm_on_off-e.eps When you press the [RHYTHM] button once again, the [RHYTHM] button will go out; rhythm will be off. The BR-800 lets you use rhythm in either of two modes: Pattern mode and Arrangement mode. Pattern mode[...]

91 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Playing Patterns Here’s how to select one of the internal patterns and make it play repeatedly. 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. The [RHYTHM] button will light, indicating that Rhythm is turned on. 2 Use [...]

92 Playing Patterns Here’s how to change the pattern playback tempo when you’re in the play screen. 1 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to the tempo indication. D_Play_Tempo.eps 2 Turn the dial to adjust the tempo. The pattern playback tempo will change. You can change the pattern playback tempo by pressing the [TAP TEMPO] butto[...]

93 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Playing an Arrangement Here’s how to select and play one of the internal arrangements. 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. The [RHYTHM] button will light, indicating that Rhythm is on. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [[...]

94 Playing an Arrangement Here’s how to change the playback tempo of an arrangement when you’re in the play screen. 1 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to the tempo indication. D_Play_Tempo.eps 2 Use the dial to adjust the tempo. The arrangement’s playback tempo will change. You can temporarily change the arrangement playback [...]

95 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Changing the Drum Sounds (Drum Kit) A drum kit is a set containing various rhythm instrument sounds. The BR-800 contains nine “preset drum kits.” By using “BR-800 Rhythm Editor” you can create f[...]

96 Creating an Original Arrangement The BR-800 lets you place patterns in the desired order to make an arrangement, thus creating the structure of your entire song from intro to ending. Once you’ve created an arrangement, you can save it as a song arrangement. An arrangement can contain up to 999 measures. Now let’s try actually creating an arr[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 97 Creating an Original Arrangement 7 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to the parameter that you want to edit, and use the dial to edit the value. By pressing the [PLAY] button you can aud[...]

98 Creating an Original Arrangement Here’s how to insert a new step at the current step. fig.04-550.eps 1 Access the ARRANGE STEP screen as described in steps 1–5 of “Creating an Original Arrangement” (p. 96). 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons and the dial to select the location (step number) at which you want to insert a step. D_Arrange_Ste[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 99 Creating an Original Arrangement You can freely assign a name (arrangement name) of up to eight characters to a song arrangement. 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move th[...]

100 Creating an Original Arrangement If you want to slightly modify a preset arrangement, or create a variation of an existing arrangement, you can do so by copying it as a song arrangement and then editing the copy. 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “TYPE.” 3 Turn the dial to select “ARRANGE.[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 101 Creating an Original Arrangement Here’s how to erase step 2 and all following steps of the song arrangement. Step 1 will remain without being erased, and will be set to “Metro” (metronome). 1 Pre[...]

102 Delaying the Pattern/ Arrangement Playback (OFFSET) Here’s how you can specify a time offset by which the pattern or arrangement will be delayed relative to the playback of the audio tracks. 1 Press the [RHYTHM] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “OFFSET,” and press the [ENTER] button. D_Rhythm_Offset.eps 3 Use[...]

103 Editing BR800_e.book 103 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

104 Finding the Location at which a Sound Begins or Ends (Scrub/Preview) Scrub function When editing a song, you might need to find the precise location at which a sound begins or the region on which you want to perform auto punch-in recording. The BR-800 provides a “scrub” function that is a convenient way to find such locations. Using the scr[...]

105 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Editing You can copy or erase tracks, or import song sketch data. ■ Copying track data Here’s how to copy all data from the specified track to another track. 1 Press the [TRACK] button. 2 Use the C[...]

106 Editing ■ Erasing track data 1 Press the [TRACK] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “TRACK EDIT,” and press the [ENTER] button. D_Track_Edit_Copy.eps 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “ERASE,” and press the [ENTER] button. 4 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons and the dial to select the trac[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 107 Editing Here’s how to copy the currently selected song. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SONG,” and press the [ENTER] button. 3 Use the CURSOR [ [...]

108 Editing When you create a new song, it will automatically be given a name such as “SONG 0001.” When you’ve finished a song, you should give it an appropriate name so that your song data will be easier to manage. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SONG,” and press the [ENTER] button. 3 Us[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 109 Editing On the BR-800, the following content is saved as song data. • Recorded data • The state of the mixer (pan, track EQ, etc.) • Song patches for the insert effect • Song patches for the ma[...]

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111 Mastering BR800_e.book 111 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

112 Using Mastering in Creating a Song This chapter explains the process of mixing down your recorded tracks onto two tracks and applying a “mastering effect” to create a finished song with the optimal volume level. The sound of the rhythm and of the input source selected by INPUT SELECT (p. 37) can also be combined at this time. fig.mastering-[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 113 Using Mastering in Creating a Song 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “MASTERING,” and press the [ENTER] button. 3 Use the dial to turn MASTERING “O[...]

114 Using Mastering in Creating a Song 12 When you’ve finished mastering, press the [STOP] button. The result will be saved on the mastering-destination track, and the PREVIEW screen will appear. D_Master_Preview.eps If you press the [PLAY] button, the result of mastering will play back. Use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the volume. Press the [EXI[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 115 Using Mastering in Creating a Song Here’s how to assign a name to the patch you created, and save it as a new patch. 1 From the mastering effect select screen, press the CURSOR [ ] button to move the[...]

116 Making Use of Songs After Mastering Songs you’ve created using the BR-800 can be converted to WAV/AIFF files using the “BOSS BR Series Wave Converter.” The following things become possible once you’ve converted your songs to WAV/AIFF format. • Play back your songs using your computer software • Create original CDs • Listen to your[...]

117 Using USB BR800_e.book 117 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

118 Before Using USB The BR-800 is equipped with a USB connector. When connected to your computer, you’ll be able to perform the following operations. ● Use the BR-800 as an audio interface or control surface (p. 119, p. 120). ● Transfer audio data between the BR-800 and your computer (p. 121). ● Create original rhythms and drum kits for us[...]

119 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Using the BR-800 as an Audio Interface Using USB, the sound you input to the BR-800 or the sound from tracks being played back can be recorded by your personal computer software. You’ll also be able [...]

120 Using the BR-800 as a Control Surface The BR-800 can operate via USB as a controller for your music production software (DAW software). * The unit can be used as an audio interface even while it is in Control Surface mode. * Put the BR-800 in control surface mode before you start up your DAW software. If you start up your DAW software before en[...]

121 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Exchanging Data with Your Computer By using “BOSS BR Series Wave Converter” you can convert BR-800 audio data to WAV/AIFF files, or convert WAV/AIFF files from your computer to BR-800 audio data. ?[...]

122 Exchanging Data with Your Computer 5 Press [ENTER]. The Idling screen will appear. D_USB_Idling.eps A “BOSS_BR-800” icon (or a “removable disk (*:)” icon) will appear on your computer. * If the Idling screen does not appear, you won’t be able to proceed with the following steps. Please check the connection. 6 Transfer the WAV file. To[...]

123 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Saving Data on Your Computer (Backup/Recover) When your SD card has filled up, or if you want to save important data on your computer, you can create a backup. It’s a good idea to make regular backup[...]

124 Saving Data on Your Computer (Backup/Recover) 7 Stop the connection between the BR-800 and your computer. Windows users In My Computer, right-click the “BOSS_BR-800” icon (or the “removable disk (*:)” icon), and choose “Eject.” Mac OS users Drag the “BR-800” icon to the “Eject” icon. 8 Press [EXIT]. You will return to the pl[...]

125 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Making Settings for USB Functionality This section explains how to make settings for the BR-800’s USB-related functionality. Make the settings that are appropriate for how you’re using the BR-800. [...]

126 Making Settings for USB Functionality OUT POSITION (Output position) This specifies which signal of the BR-800 will be output via USB. * In Control Surface mode, the signal as it is immediately after passing through the [REC LEVEL] knob will be output. MASTER The signal as it is immediately after pass- ing through the [MASTER] fader will be out[...]

127 Convenient Functions BR800_e.book 127 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

128 Adjusting the Display Contrast Depending on the location in which the BR-800 is placed or the conditions of use, you might find the display difficult to read. If so, proceed as follows to adjust the display’s contrast. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SYSTEM,” and press the [ENTER] button.[...]

129 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Using a Foot Switch/Expression Pedal If you connect a foot switch (such as the separately available BOSS FS-5U or Roland DP-2) to the FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack on the rear panel, you’ll be able to contr[...]

130 Tuning Your Instrument (TUNER) The BR-800 provides a Chromatic Tuner function that makes it easy to tune an instrument. The built-in tuner supports guitar or bass guitar. Here’s how to tune your guitar. * Playback or recording is not possible while using the tuner. First, make sure that: • Your guitar is connected to the GUITAR/BASS INPUT j[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 131 Tuning Your Instrument (TUNER) 3 While watching the tuning guide, tune your instrument so that the center indicator is lit. If the difference is within ±50 cents of the correct pitch, the tuning guide[...]

132 Mixing the Sound from an Audio Device (LINE IN MIX) “Line In Mix” is a function that allows the input from LINE IN to be mixed with the output from LINE OUT. By using “Line In Mix” you can avoid having to use an external mixer. The sound of your external audio device will be mixed inside the BR-800 with the BR-800’s own output. fig.06[...]

133 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Output Settings (OUTPUT) The sound of the tracks and the rhythm sound can be divided between LINE OUT jacks and PHONES jack output. This is convenient when you want to play back the sound of the tracks[...]

134 Practicing Phrases (PHRASE TRAINER) The BR-800 provides a Phrase Trainer function, which lets you slow down the playback speed (Time Stretch) or minimize a vocal or guitar solo that’s localized at the center of the sound field (Center Cancel), so you can conveniently practice your instrument by playing along with a recording. * Phrase Trainer[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 135 Practicing Phrases (PHRASE TRAINER) This function lets you minimize the sounds that are heard in the center (such as vocals or guitar solo). This is convenient when you’re practicing with a song as b[...]

136 Restoring the Factory Settings (FACTORY RESET) The “Factory Reset” operation returns the BR-800 to its factory-set state. You can also specify the range of settings that will be returned to their factory-set state. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “FACTORY RESET,” and press the [ENTER] bu[...]

137 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Initializing an SD Card (FORMAT) 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SD CARD,” and press the [ENTER] button. D_SD_Format.eps 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] [...]

138 Viewing the SD Card Usage (SD CARD INFORMATION) Here’s how to view the usage status of the SD card. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SD CARD,” and press the [ENTER] button. 3 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “INFORMATION,” and press the [ENTER] button. D_SD_Info2.ep[...]

139 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Reducing the Battery Consumption (POWER SAVE) This function dims the display backlight and buttons to conserve power if no switch or dial has been operated for a certain length of time. When the Power [...]

140 Using a Condenser Microphone (PHANTOM POWER) If you’re using a condenser microphone that requires phantom power, turn on the phantom power as follows. The BR-800 can provide +48 V phantom power to a condenser microphone connected to the XLR connector of INPUT 4. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 2 Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to[...]

141 Appendixes BR800_e.book 141 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

142 SD Cards that Can Be Used with the BR-800 The BR-800 uses SD cards to record and play back. ■ SD cards that are known to work If using an SD card other than the included one, refer to the Roland website (http://www.roland.com/) for the most recent information on cards that are known to work with the BR-800. ■ Recording time The following ta[...]

143 SD Cards that Can Be Used with the BR-800 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 4 To prevent the removed screw from being lost, use a Phillips (+) screwdriver to attach it in the location shown in the illustration below. fig.CardSlot03.eps[...]

144 Arrangement / Pattern List Preset Arrangement List Each of the preset Arrangement (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[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 145 Arrangement / Pattern List 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[...]

146 Troubleshooting This section contains tips to help you solve problems. If this information does not help you solve the problem, please contact a customer service location listed at the end of this manual. Problems with the Power Supply Item Explanation Page Power won’t turn on Is the BR-800’s power switch set correctly? Make sure that the B[...]

Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm 147 Troubleshooting Can’t record Could the song be protected? p. 108 Is an SD card inserted? p. 142 Could the SD card have insufficient free space? p. 138 Could the SD card be locked? p. 143 Could you be[...]

148 Troubleshooting The BR-800 uses touch sensors. The buttons will respond when you touch them directly with your finger. Problems with USB Item Explanation Page Idling screen does not appear Is the USB cable connected correctly? p. 32 Does your computer’s operating system support the BR-800? p. 118 Can’t hear sound being input via USB Could I[...]

149 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Error Message List An error message will appear in the display if you attempt to perform an invalid operation or if an operation could not be executed correctly. Take the appropriate action for the mes[...]

150 Error Message List Drive busy! Data could not be read or written fast enough because the data is stored on the SD card in a fragmentary man- ner. Alternatively, you are using an SD card that is not fast enough. This problem is more likely to occur if you join together phrases (record- ed data) of only a few seconds in length, such as when using[...]

151 Error Message List Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Stop P.Trainer! The operation you attempted cannot be executed while the Phrase Trainer (p. 134) is operating. Turn the Time Stretch and Center Cancel function “OFF.” p. 134 Stop[...]

152 Specifications BR-800 : Digital Recorder * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * AF method (Adaptive Focus method) Adaptive Focus is a unique Roland/BOSS technology that allows the signal noise (S/N) ratios of AD and DA convert[...]

153 Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm Index Numerics 4-INPUT MULTI ..................................................................... 64 8-TRACK COMP/LIM ........................................................... 64 A A.GUITAR MULTI ..[...]

154 Index G GTR SIM ................................................................................... 73 Guitar Simulator ..................................................................... 73 GUITAR TO BASS ............................................................ 60, 79 GUITAR/BASS ..........................................................[...]

155 Index Editing Mastering Using USB Con venient Functions Appendixes Quick Start Getting Ready to Record Recording/ Playbac k Using Effects Using Rhythm REDO ........................................................................................ 48 Reference pitch ...................................................................... 131 REPEAT [...]

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157 fig.15_WEEE_Small.eps fig.16_ChineseRoHS.eps For EU Countries For China BR800_e.book 157 ページ ２０１０年３月２日　火曜日　午後６時４０分[...]

158 fig.09B-17.eps fig.14.eps This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. 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 brou[...]