Roland BR-600 Instrukcja Właściciela

Printing Conventions in This Manual • Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate buttons. [PLAY] PLAY button [REC] REC button• Re

10Rev0.10Creating Patterns by Tapping the Drum Pads (Realtime Recording) ... 145Rehearsing Recordings...146Dele

100Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electric guitar.For the guitar, you can

101Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3This simulates the sound of an acoustic guitar. It allows you to use an electric guitar to produce

102Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10A sound with a subtly shifted pitch is added to the direct sound, making the final output sound thicker and

103Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3Attack Time (with VtgRack) 0 – 100This adjusts the amount of time it takes for the compression rat

104Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10By adding sounds which are out-of-phase with the direct sound, this effect enhances the definition of the s

105Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3Produces a lo-fi sound.On/Off OFF, ONThis parameter turns the lo-fi box effect on/off.TypeSelect t

106Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10This effect reduces the noise and hum. Since it suppresses the noise in synchronization with the envelope o

107Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3Adjust the distortion and tone of the guitar sound.* When all Bass, Middle and Treble are set to “

108Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10This creates a bell-like sound by ring-modulating the guitar sound with the signal from the internal oscill

109Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume. Pan cyclically moves the stereo posit

11Rev0.10Section 6 Other Convenient Functions.. 189Adjusting the Display Contrast ...190Using a Foot Switch or Expression Pedal ...

110Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10The wah effect creates a unique tone by changing the frequency response characteristics of a filter.Touch w

Rev0.10111Section 3MasteringUse the “Mastering Tool Kit” to produce a two-track master of the bounce tracks with the levels optimized.* Mastering can

112MasteringRev0.105Select the Mastering Tool Kit.Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Preset/Song/User patch and number for the Mastering Tool Kit.“

113MasteringRev0.10Section 3To create a new patch, select the patch that most closely resembles the sound you have in mind from the effects patches al

114MasteringRev0.10This assigns a name (patch name) to the edited patch settings and saves the settings.* If you do not need to change the patch name,

Rev0.10115Section 3Mastering Tool Kit Parameter FunctionsThe Mastering Tool Kit's algorithms are composed from the following effects.EqualizerBas

116Mastering Tool Kit Parameter FunctionsRev0.10This is a filter that cuts unwanted low range noise, such as pops.On/Off OFF, ONThis setting turns the

117Mastering Tool Kit Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3This compresses the overall output signal when the input volume level exceeds a set value.On/

118Rev0.10Using the Loop EffectsHere is an explanation of how to change the various parameters for the loop effects (chorus/delay/doubling/reverb).For

119Using the Loop EffectsRev0.10Section 3The following explains how you can alter the volume of the signals sent by each track to the loop effects (th

12Rev0.10Introduction to the BR-600The BR-600 digital multitrack recorder has been designed to provide the intuitive feel of a conventional music reco

120Rev0.10Loop Effect Parameter FunctionsThis selects the chorus, delay, or doubling effect.FX TypeThis sets the type of the effect.CHORUS :A sound wi

Rev0.10121Section 3Using the Track EQThis section explains how to edit the Track EQ settings (parameters).For a fuller description of Track EQ, refer

122Rev0.10Track EQ Parameter FunctionsThis is a two-band equalizer that is independent for each track.On/Off OFF, ONThis parameter turns the equalizer

Rev0.10123Section 3Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction) The term Pitch Correction is used to describe a group of effects that are used on rec

124Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10Let’s now use the BR-600’s pitch correction feature to clean up some mistakes in a solo vocal p

125Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10Section 313Press [PLAY].Both [PLAY] and [REC] will light up and recording will start. The solo

126Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10Each of the preset patches 1–5 uses a slightly different method for correcting pitches. Normall

127Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10Section 3Modified Pitch Correction settings are saved by writing them together under a new patc

128Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10In the procedures described thus far, what has been explained is how to correct the overall pit

129Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)Rev0.10Section 36Use [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “Smth” and specify the correction speed.Smth (Smoo

13Introduction to the BR-600Rev0.10Versatile digital effects processorsThe BR-600 comes with five different types of effects processors. These systems

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131Section 4Using The RhythmSection 4 Using The Rhythm

132Rev0.10About RhythmsWith the BR-600, you can use the panel buttons (drum pads) to play the drum sounds any way you like.The BR-600 features nine pr

133About RhythmsRev0.10Section 4The BR-600’s rhythms are composed of performance data of two main types called “patterns” and “arrangements.”When band

134About RhythmsRev0.10Although you can play a pattern by itself as a guide for practice, like a metronome, the rhythm in that case continues from the

Rev0.10135Section 4Playing the Drum SoundsNow try playing the drum sounds using free hand movements to play the pads.1With the Play screen active, pre

Rev0.10136Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Selecting Drum KitsA drum kit consists of a collection of various rhythm instrument sounds organized as o

137Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Rev0.10Section 43Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “KIT,” and press [ENTER].When using pattern modeWhen

Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Rev0.10138Creating Original Drum Kits (Tone Load)With the BR-600, you can create original drum kits not only with t

139Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Rev0.10Section 45Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the range (start and end points) of drum

14Introduction to the BR-600Rev0.10Your BR-600 is equipped with the input jacks shown below.GUITAR/BASS :This high-impedance input jack allows you to

140Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Rev0.101Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR[ ][ ]to move the cursor to “TONE,” and

141Changing the Drum Sound (Drum Kits)Rev0.10Section 41Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to

142Rev0.10Playing Rhythm PatternsNow try selecting a pattern you like from the internal rhythm patterns and then have that pattern play back repeatedl

Rev0.10143Section 4Playing Rhythm ArrangementsNow try selecting an arrangement you like from the internal arrangements and then have that arrangement

144Rev0.10Creating Original PatternsWith the BR-600 you can create your own original patterns and then save these as song patterns. This is convenient

Rev0.10Creating Original Patterns145Section 4Creating Patterns by Tapping the Drum Pads (Realtime Recording)1Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press

146Creating Original PatternsRev0.106Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “REC,” and press [ENTER].A one-measure count-in is played, and then Realtime Recor

147Creating Original PatternsRev0.10Section 4During Realtime Recording, you can delete any drum sounds you do not need by holding down [DELETE/MUTE] a

Creating Original PatternsRev0.10148Inputting Sounds One by One While Confirming the Input Visually (Step Recording)When inputting patterns, you can a

149Creating Original PatternsRev0.10Section 46Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select “REC,” and press [ENTER].Recording begins.* You can also start recording

15Introduction to the BR-600Rev0.10The BR-600 uses CompactFlash cards as the storage media for recording and playback. The BR-600 uses 32 MB to 1 GB C

150Creating Original PatternsRev0.1011If you mistakenly input the wrong drum sound, delete that sound.You can use the following procedure to delete dr

Rev0.10151Section 4Naming PatternsSong patterns can be given a name (pattern name) that consists of up to eight characters.1Confirm that [PAD] is not

152Rev0.10Copying PatternsWhen you want to change a preset pattern slightly to create a desired pattern, you can copy the preset pattern to a song pat

Rev0.10153Section 4Erasing Patterns1Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [PATTERN].[PATTERN] and [RHYTHM ON/OFF] light.2Press [RHYTHM EDIT].The P

154Rev0.10Creating Original ArrangementsWith the BR-600, you can arrange patterns in whatever sequence you like, giving you freedom to compose songs,

155Creating Original ArrangementsRev0.10Section 46Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to the parameter you want to change, then turn the TIME/VALU

156Creating Original ArrangementsRev0.10Perform the procedure below to insert a new step at the current step.fig.04-5501Confirm that [PAD] is not lit,

Rev0.10157Section 4Naming ArrangementsSong arrangements can be given a name (arrangement name) of your choice that consists of up to eight characters.

158Rev0.10Copying ArrangementsWhen you want to change a preset arrangement slightly to create a desired arrangement or create a variation of a source

Rev0.10159Section 4Erasing ArrangementsThis erases Step 2 and all subsequent steps in the currently selected song arrangement. Step 1 cannot be erased

16Rev0.10Panel Descriptionsfig.00-050 Input sectionGUITAR/BASS/MIC2 dialThis dial adjusts the input sensitivity for the GUITAR/BASS and MIC2 inputs.MI

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161Section 5Using USBSection5 Using USB

162Rev0.10Before Using USB (Overview)The BR-600 is equipped with a USB port for connecting the BR-600 directly to computers, allowing you to carry out

163Before Using USB (Overview)Rev0.10Section 5USB FolderWAV and AIFF files loaded to the BR-600’s tracks, and WAV and AIFF files saved on computers (t

164Rev0.10With WindowsWhen a memory card is full or when you want to save important data to a computer, you can carry out a backup. We recommend makin

165With WindowsRev0.10Section 5With Windows 2000/Me1) In My Computer, right-click on the “BOSS_BR-600” icon (or “Removable disk (*:)” icon) to “Eject”

166With WindowsRev0.105When restoring data backed up on a computer to the BR-600, drag the “ROLAND” folder to the “BOSS_BR-600” icon (or the “Removabl

167With WindowsRev0.10Section 5You can convert the BR-600’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your m

168With WindowsRev0.108Export the WAV or AIFF file to the computer.1) Click the “BOSS_BR-600” (or “Removable disk (*:)”) icon.2) Drag the WAV or AIFF

169With WindowsRev0.10Section 5When exporting WAV or AIFF files, a memory card needs to have the following amounts of storage space remaining:When exp

17Panel DescriptionsRev0.10INPUT SELECT buttonsUse these buttons to select the input source (input jack) that you wish to record. The selected button

170With WindowsRev0.10You can take WAV or AIFF files on your computer, such as files created with audio software applications, and load them to the BR

171With WindowsRev0.10Section 57Copy the WAV or AIFF files you want to import.1) Click the “BOSS_BR-600” (or “Removable disk (*:)”) icon.2) Drag the i

172With WindowsRev0.10You can import SMFs (Standard MIDI Files) stored on memory cards as song patterns. You can easily increase your collection of so

173With WindowsRev0.10Section 57Press [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen.* If you press [EXIT] without quitting the connection to the comp

174With WindowsRev0.10You can import WAV and AIFF files on your computer and load these as drum sounds (TONE LOAD).1Connect your computer and the BR-6

175With WindowsRev0.10Section 56Quit the connection to the computer.With Windows XPIn My Computer, right-click on the “BOSS_BR-600” icon (or “Removabl

176With WindowsRev0.1011Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the WAV or AIFF file you want to load as the drum sound, then press [ENTER].12Turn the TIME/

177With WindowsRev0.10Section 56Delete the BR-600 “ROLAND” folder.1) Click the “BOSS_BR-600” (or “Removable disk (*:)”) icon, and delete the “ROLAND”

178Rev0.10With MacintoshWhen a memory card is full or when you want to save important data to a computer, you can carry out a backup. We recommend mak

179With MacintoshRev0.10Section 51Connect your computer and the BR-600 with a USB cable.2Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, and with the recorder stopped,

18Panel DescriptionsRev0.10[TUNER]Use this button to turn on and off the tuner.“Tuning an Instrument (Tuner)” (p. 192)[RHYTHM ON/OFF]This switches the

180With MacintoshRev0.10You can convert the BR-600’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your mastered

181With MacintoshRev0.10Section 58Export the WAV or AIFF file to the computer.1) Double-click the “BOSS_BR-600” icon.2) Drag the WAV or AIFF file in t

182With MacintoshRev0.10You can take WAV or AIFF files on your computer, such as files created with audio software applications, and load them to the

183With MacintoshRev0.10Section 56Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the measure or position in the track from which loading is to start,

184With MacintoshRev0.10You can import SMFs (Standard MIDI Files) stored on memory cards as song patterns. You can easily increase your collection of

185With MacintoshRev0.10Section 510Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “SMF,” and press [ENTER].The names of the SMFs on the memory card are displaye

186With MacintoshRev0.10You can import WAV and AIFF files on your computer and load these as drum sounds (TONE LOAD).1Connect your computer and the BR

187With MacintoshRev0.10Section 56Quit the connection to the computer.1) Drag the “BOSS_BR-600” icon into the trash.7Press [EXIT] repeatedly to return

188With MacintoshRev0.10You can use the BR-600 to play BR-900CD / BR-864 / BR-532 data.* First be sure to back up the BR-900CD / BR-864 / BR-532’s “RO

189Section 6Other Convenient FunctionsSection6 Other Convenient Functions

19Panel DescriptionsRev0.10 REC/PLAY sectionAUTO PUNCHThis button is used to make settings for the automatic punch in/out function.[ON/OFF]This turns

190Rev0.10Adjusting the Display ContrastDepending on where the BR-600 is situated, the display contents may be difficult to read. If this is the case,

Rev0.10191Section 6Using a Foot Switch or Expression PedalYou can connect a sold separately foot switch (such as the BOSS FS-5U or Roland DP-2) or exp

192Rev0.10Tuning an Instrument (Tuner)The BR-600 has a built-in “chromatic tuner function” that allows you to tune your instrument quickly.The built-i

193Tuning an Instrument (Tuner)Rev0.10Section 63While viewing the tuning guide, adjust the tuning so that “ ” is positioned midway “ ” between the two

194Rev0.10Mixing the Output from an External Audio Device with the Output from Your BR-600 (Audio Sub Mix)The Audio Sub Mix function allows you to mix

Rev0.10195Section 6Practicing Difficult Phrases (Phrase Trainer)Your BR-600 features a built-in “Phrase Trainer.” You can also slow down (Time Stretch

196Practicing Difficult Phrases (Phrase Trainer)Rev0.10The Center Cancel function allows you to remove the central sound of the playback (e.g., vocals

Rev0.10197Section 6Initializing the BR-600’s SettingsThe following settings are initialized together at one time.• System Settings• Effects (User Patc

198Initializing the BR-600’s SettingsRev0.10Follow the procedure below to initialize the user effect patches or song effect patches.* The same content

199Initializing the BR-600’s SettingsRev0.10Section 61Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.For EU CountriesFor CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requ

20Panel DescriptionsRev0.10 Track/Fader sectionTRACK MIXER fader 1–4, 5/6–7/8For controlling the volumes of each track during playback.RHYTHM faderAdj

200Rev0.10Conserving Battery Power (Power Save)Your BR-600 is equipped with a power save function that limits the current dissipation during use. When

Rev0.10201Section 6Utility Parameter ListUtilities include the following :• “System parameters” for setting functions affecting the entire BR-600• “Sy

202Utility Parameter ListRev0.101Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “SYNC,” and press [EN

203Section 7AppendicesSection7 Appendices

204Rev0.10Effect Patch List GTR (GUITAR/BASS)No. Patch Name Algorithm01 JC Clean COSM GTR AMP02 HiGainLd COSM GTR AMP03 Over Drv COSM GTR AMP04 Phase

205Effect Patch ListRev0.10Section 7No. Patch Name Algorithm01 Vo Comp1 COSM COMP VCL02 Vo Comp2 COSM COMP VCL03 Kick Cmp COSM COMP VCL04 SnareCmp COS

206Effect Patch ListRev0.10No. Patch Name Algorithm01 EQ + JC VO+GT AMP02 DELAY+JC VO+GT AMP03 CMP+TWIN VO+GT AMP04 EQ+twin VO+GT AMP05 CMP+SMAL VO+GT

207Rev0.10Section 7Mastering Tool Kit Patch List MTK (MASTERING TOOL KIT)No. Patch Name01 Mix Down02 PreMastr03 Live Mix04 Pop Mix05 DanceMix06 Jingl

208Rev0.10Arrangement / Pattern ListPreset Arrangement ListEach of the preset Arrangement (except Metro4/4) is set so that a three-measure BREAK, foll

209Arrangement / Pattern ListRev0.10Section 7Preset Pattern ListPattern Name(Abbreviation shown in display)InitialTempoBeatMeasureIN V1 F1 V2 F2 EROCK

21Panel DescriptionsRev0.10 Displayfig.00-051Information about items for which settings are available in volume level and menu screens, parameter sett

210Rev0.10Parameter List(*1) If you want to save the settings as the currently selected song data, hold down [STOP] and press [REC].(*2) Stored in the

211Parameter ListRev0.10Section 7Pitch CorrectionParameter Name Display Initial Value Valid SettingsLocation LocationTRACK 1TRACK 1–8, TRACK 1 2–7 8Tr

212Parameter ListRev0.10 Sync Parameter (*1)Parameter Name Display Initial Value Valid SettingsSync Offset Offset 00:00:00-00.0 00:00:00-00.0–23:59:5

Rev0.10213Section 7TroubleshootingIf the BR-600 does not function as you expect, please check the following points before assuming that a malfunction

214TroubleshootingRev0.10“Unsupported Card!” is displayed❍ Do you have a compatible (CompactFlash) memory card inserted in the BR-600?❍ Is the memory

Rev0.10215Section 7Error MessagesIf you attempt an incorrect operation or if an operation could not be executed, the display will indicate an error me

216Error MessagesRev0.10Drive Busy!Cause : If this message appears after you have been using the memory card with the BR-600, the data on the card has

217Error MessagesRev0.10Section 7No Song!Cause : There are no songs on the memory card.Solution : Create a new song (p. 54).Cause : Incorrect data is

218Rev0.10SpecificationsBR-600 : Digital Recorder● TracksTrack : 8 V-Track : 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track)* Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simult

219SpecificationsRev0.10Section 7● Power SupplyDC 9 V : Supply AC Adaptor (PSA series)/Size AA Dry battery x 6 (alkaline batteries recommended)● Curre

22Panel DescriptionsRev0.101. MIC2 jack (TRS 1/4” phone type)These jack allows a mic to be connected (p. 34).* If the connection has been made to the

220Rev0.10IndexNumerics4Band Equalizer ... 96–1004Band Equalizer/Wah ...

221IndexRev0.10Delay ... 96–100, 103DELETE/MUTE ...

222IndexRev0.10Rhythm ... 198System ...

223IndexRev0.10NNAM ... 88NAME ...

224IndexRev0.10Repeating Playback ... 58Resonance ...

225IndexRev0.10USB ... 162USB Folder ...

226TRACK SHEET PANEQ LowEQ HighCHO/DLY SendREV SendPANEQ LowEQ HighPANEQ LowEQ HighPANEQ LowEQ HighPANEQ LowEQ HighTRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 TRACK 4 TRA

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.For EU CountriesFor CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requ

Printing Conventions in This Manual • Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate buttons. [PLAY] PLAY button [REC] REC button• Re

23Panel DescriptionsRev0.10fig.00-0901. GUITAR / BASS jackHigh-impedance input jack to directly connect your guitar or bass.(p. 34)2. MIC1 L / R (onbo

24Panel DescriptionsRev0.101Make sure that the power of the BR-600 is turned off.2Turn over the BR-600.3Slide the battery cover in the direction indic

25Panel DescriptionsRev0.10The Play screen is the most fundamental screen of the BR-600, and is the first screen that appears when the BR-600 is turne

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27Quick StartQuick Start

28Rev0.10Connecting Peripheral DevicesMake connections as shown in the diagram below. When making any connections, make sure that all devices are turn

29Connecting Peripheral DevicesRev0.10Quick StartThe bottom of the BR-600 features a groove (cord hook) for securing the AC adaptor (PSA series) cord.

3Rev0.10013• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential fo

30Connecting Peripheral DevicesRev0.10If your mic cable has an XLR connector, you can connect the mic using the converter cable included with the BR-6

Rev0.1031Quick StartTurning On / Off the BR-600Be sure to use the following steps to turn on the power. Making a mistake in this procedure may result

32Rev0.10Listening to a Demo SongUpon power-up, the song that was selected before the power was turned off is selected, and the data of that song is l

Rev0.1033Quick StartMoving the current positionYou can use the following method to move the current position.The song fast forwards as long as the [FF

34Rev0.10Connecting InstrumentsYour BR-600 is equipped with a number of input jacks to match the type of instrument that you will connect. Select an i

Rev0.1035Quick StartPreparing Songs For RecordingWhen the memory card contains more than one song, the song that was recorded last is automatically se

36Rev0.10Selecting the InputSelect the input source to record. The selected button will light.fig.00-290[GUITAR]Select to record the instrument connec

37Selecting the InputRev0.10Quick StartAdjust the volume of the input source for recording.1Lower the MASTER fader.2Turn the REC LEVEL dial to its cen

38Rev0.10Using Insert EffectsThe BR-600 comes with five onboard effects processors: an insert effect, loop effects, track EQ, pitch correction and mas

39Using Insert EffectsRev0.10Quick Start2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to align the cursor up with the effect patch, and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to change the

4Rev0.10IMPORTANT NOTES291aIn addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following:Power Supp

40Rev0.10Using the RhythmThe “Rhythm” is a dedicated Rhythm track that can not only play back Rhythm sounds as a guide during recording, you can also

41Using the RhythmRev0.10Quick Start1Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [ARRANGE] so that the button lights up (indicating the BR-600 is in Arr

42Using the RhythmRev0.101Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [ARRANGE] so that the button lights up.fig.00-400[RHYTHM ON/OFF] simultaneously li

43Using the RhythmRev0.10Quick StartYou can temporarily change the tempo of the arrangement or pattern being played by carrying out the following proc

44Rev0.10Recording1Press either [1]–[7/8] at REC TRACK to select the recording track. If the button flashes in red, that track is ready for recording.

45RecordingRev0.10Quick StartRecording on the BR-600 is separated into three main modes.Use whichever mode is suitable in the course of bringing your

46RecordingRev0.10fig.00-5301Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until INPUT is indicated for REC MODE at the left of the screen.The BR-600 will now enter Inp

Rev0.1047Quick StartPlaying Back Recorded Musicfig.00-5611Press [ZERO] to move to the time location 00:00:00-00.0.2Press [PLAY].[PLAY] lights in green

48Rev0.10Recording an additional performance while listening to an existing performance Overdubbing The tracks for which the REC TRACK button is lit i

Rev0.1049Quick StartPutting multiple tracks together (Bounce) You can adjust the tone, panning, and volume balance for each track individually.1Confir

5IMPORTANT NOTESRev0.10556• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid ca

50Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce)Rev0.10“Track EQ” is an independent two-band equalizer featured on each track that allows you to adjust the

51Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce)Rev0.10Quick Start3Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] until “FX Type” or “Type” is displayed, then turn the TIME/VALUE di

52Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce)Rev0.10fig.00-7201Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until “BOUNCE” is indicated for REC MODE at the left of the s

53Section 1Recording and PlaybackSection 1 Recording and Playback

54Rev0.10Recordingfig.00-2501Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “NEW,” and press [ENTER].

55RecordingRev0.10Section 11Press either [1]–[7/8] at REC TRACK to select the recording track. If the button flashes in red, that track is ready for r

56RecordingRev0.10The BR-600 is a eight-track multitrack recorder, and each track consists of eight V-Tracks. You can select any one of these V-Tracks

57RecordingRev0.10Section 11Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until INPUT indicator lights up.fig.00-5402Press [REC].[REC] flashes in red and the BR-600 ent

58Rev0.10Repeating Playback (Repeat)By using the “Repeat function” you can repeatedly play back a specified part. Repeating playback allows you to che

59Repeating Playback (Repeat)Rev0.10Section 1Normally, the repeat start and end points are registered at the exact position where [REPEAT] is pressed.

6Rev0.10ContentsIMPORTANT NOTES...4Introduction to the BR-600 ...12Features ...

60Rev0.10Re-recording Only a Mistake (Punch-in/out)You may occasionally make a mistake while recording, or the performance may not turn out as you exp

61Re-recording Only a Mistake (Punch-in/out)Rev0.10Section 1It can be difficult sometimes to punch in and out with the [REC] button when both playing

62Re-recording Only a Mistake (Punch-in/out)Rev0.10• To erase an auto punch-in location, press and hold AUTO PUNCH [ON/OFF] and then press [IN].• To e

63Re-recording Only a Mistake (Punch-in/out)Rev0.10Section 1The repeat function (p. 58) allows you to play a certain portion of a song (the loop porti

64Rev0.10Canceling an Operation (Undo/Redo)Occasionally when the recording you make may not turn out as you wish, or the settings you make for an edit

Rev0.1065Section 1Putting Multiple Tracks Together (Bounce)Although the BR-600 allows the simultaneous playback of eight tracks, when you run out of t

66Putting Multiple Tracks Together (Bounce)Rev0.105If you want to mix in the sound of the Rhythm as well, increase the Rhythm fader. If you do not wan

Rev0.1067Section 1Loading Songs Created with the BR-900CD/BR-864/BR-532You can load songs created with the BR-900CD, BR-864, or BR-532 into the BR-600

68Loading Songs Created with the BR-900CD/BR-864/BR-532Rev0.10When copying song data created with the BR-532 from SmartMedia to a BR-600 memory card,

Rev0.1069Section 1Displaying the Song InformationFollow the procedure below to either display the elapsed recording time in the recording standby and

7Rev0.10Section 1 Recording and Playback ... 53Recording ...54Creating Songs for Recording ...

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71Section 2EditingSection 2 Editing

72Rev0.10Registering Time (Locator)Using the locator function, you can register any desired time in a song as a “locator point” so that you can jump t

Rev0.1073Section 2Search for the Music’s Start and End (Scrub/Preview)Scrub functionWhen editing a sound, some times you need to know exactly where th

74Search for the Music’s Start and End (Scrub/Preview)Rev0.10Besides switching the scrub point in the Play screen (p. 73), you can also use the follow

Rev0.1075Section 2Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)The BR-600 allows you to edit your songs by performing editing functions such as copy

76Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.101Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press [UTILITY].2Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor

77Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.10Section 2Perform the procedure given below to copy the portion from the repeat start (A) to th

78Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.108Press [ENTER]. fig.02-1509Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the number of copies you want to

79Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.10Section 2Track Move allows you to move a specific portion of data to a different location. Per

8Rev0.10Section 3 Using Effects ... 91Using the Insert Effects...92Effect Patches and Banks...92E

80Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.1010Press [ENTER].fig.02-41011Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the time of the be

81Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.10Section 24Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER].fig.02-3205Use CURSOR [ ]

82Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.106Press [ENTER].fig.02-4507Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the time of the begi

83Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.10Section 23Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “ERS,” and press [ENTER].fig.02-5204Turn

84Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.103Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “ERS,” and press [ENTER].fig.02-4804Turn the TIME/

85Editing the Performance on a Track (Track Edit)Rev0.10Section 2Perform the procedure given below to exchange the data between two tracks.Ex. : excha

86Rev0.10Organizing the Songs You’ve RecordedFollow the procedure below to copy the currently selected song.1Confirm that [PAD] is not lit, then press

87Organizing the Songs You’ve RecordedRev0.10Section 2When you perform overdubbing or punch-in/out, the data that you rewrite (replace) actually remai

88Organizing the Songs You’ve RecordedRev0.10When a new song is created, it is automatically given a name such as “SONG 0001.” With your 600, you can

89Organizing the Songs You’ve RecordedRev0.10Section 23Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “PRT,” and press [ENTER].The Song Protect screen app

9Rev0.10Fixing the Pitch of Vocals (Pitch Correction)...123The Pitch Correction...123Makeup

90Rev0.10Creating a Master Tape/ DiscThis process involves recording the finished song to your recorder (cassette tape recorder, CD recorder, etc.) an

91Section 3UsingEffectsSection 3 Using Effects

92Rev0.10Using the Insert EffectsThe BR-600 comes with five effects processors: an insert effects, loop effects, Track EQ, Pitch Correction, and Maste

93Using the Insert EffectsRev0.10Section 3If you wish to create a new effect sound, you should first select an existing patch that is closest to the s

94Using the Insert EffectsRev0.10Follow the procedure below to enter a name (patch name) for an effect that you’ve modified, and save it as a new effe

95Using the Insert EffectsRev0.10Section 3By default, the insert effect is inserted immediately after the input source. The reason for this is to allo

96Rev0.10Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsThe algorithms (the available effects and their connection order) that can be used as an insert effect are s

97Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3Simulates the sound of a bass guitar. Obtain the sound of a bass guitar while playing an electric g

98Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10This is a multi-effect designed for bass guitar. This features an amp sound that uses a preamp and speaker s

99Insert Effect Parameter FunctionsRev0.10Section 3This is a multi-effect designed for vocals. The COSM compressor/limiter is perfect for creating a b