Boss DR-3 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS DR-3 Dr. Rhythm.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–4)
• IMPORTANT NOTES (page 5)
These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by
your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept
on hand as a convenient reference.
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Printing Conventions in This Manual
• Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate buttons.
[SONG] SONG button
START [ ] START button
• Reference such as (p. **) indicate pages in this manual to which you can refer.
Copyright © 2003 BOSS CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of BOSS
CORPORATION.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to
read the instructions below, and the
Owner’s Manual.
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• Do not open (or modify in any way)
the unit or its AC adaptor.
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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or
replace parts within it (except when
this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all
servicing to your retailer, the nearest
Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page.
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• Never use or store the unit in places
that are:
• Subject to temperature extremes
(e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed
vehicle, near a heating duct, on top
of heat-generating equipment); or
are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on
wet floors); or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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• Make sure you always have the unit
placed so it is level and sure to remain
stable. Never place it on stands that
could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
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• Use only the specified AC adaptor
(PSA-series), and make sure the line
voltage at the installation matches the
input voltage specified on the AC
adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors
may use a different polarity, or be
designed for a different voltage, so
their use could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
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• Do not excessively twist or bend the
power cord, nor place heavy objects
on it. Doing so can damage the cord,
producing severed elements and short
circuits. Damaged cords are fire and
shock hazards!
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• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and
headphones or speakers, may be
capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss.
Do not operate for a long period of
time at a high volume level, or at a
level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing
in the ears, you should immediately
stop using the unit, and consult an
audiologist.
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• Do not allow any objects (e.g.,
flammable material, coins, pins); or
liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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• Immediately turn the power off,
remove the AC adaptor from the
outlet, and request servicing by your
retailer, the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:
• The AC adaptor or the power-
supply cord has been damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid
has been spilled onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain
(or otherwise has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
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• 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.
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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• 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 power used
by all devices you have connected to
the extension cord’s outlet must never
exceed the power rating (watts/
amperes) for the extension cord.
Excessive loads can cause the
insulation on the cord to heat up and
eventually melt through.
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• Before using the unit in a foreign
country, consult with your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” sheet.
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• Batteries must never be recharged,
heated, taken apart, or thrown into fire
or water.
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• The unit and the AC adaptor should
be located so their location or position
does not interfere with their proper
ventilation.
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• Always grasp only the output plug or
the body of the AC adaptor when
plugging into, or unplugging from,
this unit or an outlet.
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• Any accumulation of dust between the
AC adaptor and the power outlet can
result in poor insulation and lead to
fire. Periodically wipe away such dust
with a dry cloth. Also, disconnect the
power plug from the power outlet
whenever the unit is to remain unused
for an extended period of time.
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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables from
becoming entangled. Also, all cords
and cables should be placed so they
are out of the reach of children.
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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy
objects on the unit.
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107d
• Never handle the AC adaptor body, or
its output plugs, with wet hands when
plugging into, or unplugging from, an
outlet or this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the
AC adaptor and all cords coming from
external devices.
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109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the
power and unplug the AC adaptor
from the outlet (P. 16).
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• Whenever you suspect the possibility
of lightning in your area, disconnect
the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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• If used improperly, batteries may
explode or leak and cause damage or
injury. In the interest of safety, please
read and observe the following
precautions (P. 15).
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• Carefully follow the installation
instructions for batteries, and make
sure you observe the correct
polarity.
2
• Avoid using new batteries together
with used ones. In addition, avoid
mixing different types of batteries.
3
• Remove the batteries whenever the
unit is to remain unused for an
extended period of time.
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• If a battery has leaked, use a soft
piece of cloth or paper towel to
wipe all remnants of the discharge
from the battery compartment.
Then install new batteries. To avoid
inflammation of the skin, make sure
that none of the battery discharge
gets onto your hands or skin.
Exercise the utmost caution so that
none of the discharge gets near
your eyes. Immediately rinse the
affected area with running water if
any of the discharge has entered the
eyes.
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• Never keep batteries together with
metallic objects such as ballpoint
pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.
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• Used batteries must be disposed of in
compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may
be observed in the region in which you
live.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
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In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–4, please read and
observe the following:
Power Supply: Use of Batteries
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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).
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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after
long hours of consecutive use. This is normal,
and is not a cause for concern.
303a
• The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the
unit’s power consumption is relatively high.
Should you prefer to use batteries, please use the
alkaline type.
304a
• When installing or replacing batteries, always
turn off the power on this unit and disconnect
any other devices you may have connected. This
way, you can prevent malfunction and/or
damage to speakers or other devices.
306b
• Batteries are supplied with the unit. The life of
these batteries may be limited, however, since
their primary purpose was to enable testing.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn
off the power to all units. This will help prevent
malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or
other devices.
Placement
351
•
Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other
equipment containing large power transformers)
may induce hum. To alleviate the problem,
change the orientation of this unit; or move it
farther away from the source of interference.
352a
• This device may interfere with radio and
television reception. Do not use this device in the
vicinity of such receivers.
352b
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated
in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur
when receiving or initiating a call, or while
conversing. Should you experience such
problems, you should relocate such wireless
devices so they are at a greater distance from this
unit, or switch them off.
354a
•
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it
near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an
enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to
temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform
or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where
the temperature and/or humidity is very
different, water droplets (condensation) may
form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction
may result if you attempt to use the unit in this
condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you
must allow it to stand for several hours, until the
condensation has completely evaporated.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft,
dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened
with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth
impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive
detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents
of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
551
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can
be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction,
or the improper operation of the unit. To protect
yourself against the risk of loosing important
data, we recommend that you periodically save a
backup copy of important data you have stored
in the unit’s memory on a paper.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore
the contents of data that was stored in another
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been
lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability
concerning such loss of data.
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 pull on the
cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or
damage to the cable’s internal elements.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep
the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may
prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to
be concerned about those around you (especially
when it is late at night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package it
in the box (including padding) that it came in, if
possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
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Main Features
Making Your Own Rhythm Pattern Arrangements with Style Play
With the DR-3, you can enjoy performing rhythm patterns made up of drum and bass sounds.
You can add fill-ins and switch patterns while you play, making it easy to develop choruses,
bridges, and solos for your songs.
100 Different Preset Styles
The DR-3 comes with 100 different prepared Styles in a variety of genres, including Rock, Funk,
Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin, and more. You can also create up to 100 of your own original Styles.
TSC (Total Sound Control) Function
This includes two types of effects, “Sound Shape,” which adjusts the overall tone of the sound,
and “Ambience,” which alters the overall acoustic characteristics.
This feature makes it easy to attain the sound you want, whether it be a harder sound for Rock,
an acoustic sound for Jazz, or the sound you get when performing live on stage.
Sound Shape and Ambience each includes eight presets and eight memories you can use to store
your own favorite settings.
Control the DR-3 with a Foot Switch
The DR-3 allows you to connect up to two (optional) foot switches. You can use your foot to
control the DR-3 as you perform, making this perfect for jam sessions and live performances.
You can a variety of functions to the foot switches, including switching patterns and turning the
Variation function on and off.
Variation Function Lets You Enjoy a Wide Variety of Arrangements
The DR-3 includes a Variation function that lets you play different arrangements within songs,
for example arrangements to build up the excitement, quieter ones for vocal solos, along with a
wide variety of other arrangements.
Produce Rhythm Patterns Automatically in Auto Mode
In Auto mode, you can produce songs by having the rhythm patterns be changed automatically
every eight or sixteen measures, allowing you to enjoy jam sessions once you start a song,
without having to operate the DR-3.
High-Quality Instrument Sounds–Ghost Notes, Too
The DR-3 features special “soft shot,” “double shot,” and “buzz shot” sounds for use as snare
ghost notes. Using these makes it possible to get even more realistic rhythm patterns.
Dynamics-Capable Pad Keys
The pad keys on the DR-3 are capable of producing dynamics. The volume changes in response
to the force you use to play the pads.
This lets you alter the sound you play depending on how hard you hit the pads, such as for hard
shots and soft shots on the snare.
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Main Features
Setting the Tempo with Tap Tempo Function
You can set tempos just by tapping the button at the desired timing.
Key Shift Function
You can easily change the key in which you are playing.
You can also easily get flat-tuning of a guitar, or match the key used by a different instrument,
such as a sax.
Convenient Song Composing and Performing Functions
While basically following procedures similar to those used in performing Styles, you can create
songs intuitively with the panel pads.
After you create a song, you can add cymbal crashes, change bass phrases, and edit specific
portions of songs.
Synchronize Performances with Digital Recorders and Sequencers
Using MIDI, you can synchronize performances with digital recorders (such as those in the BR
Series) and sequencers, or start and stop the DR-3 using a GT-6.
Equipped with Both Phono Jacks and Phone Jacks
In addition to 1/4” phone jacks, the DR-3 also features RCA phono jacks, which let you connect
a variety of other devices, such as mixers, amps, and audio systems.
Compact Body
The DR-3 is lightweight, compact, and very portable. And since the unit can be powered with
batteries, you can use it just about anywhere.
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Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ..................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT NOTES............................................................................... 5
Main Features ......................................................................................... 6
Panel Descriptions ............................................................................... 12
Before You Play .................................................................................... 15
Install Batteries.......................................................................................................... 15
Making Connections................................................................................................. 16
Turning On/Off the Power ..................................................................................... 17
Reset to Default Factory Settings (Factory Reset) ................................................ 18
Quick Start.......................................................20
Let’s Listen to the Demo...................................................................... 21
Let’s Play a Style .................................................................................. 22
Performing Styles with Selecting Patterns ([MANU]) ........................................ 22
Performing Variations on Styles (VARIATION).................................................. 24
Selecting Styles.......................................................................................................... 26
Changing the Tempo ([TEMPO]) ........................................................................... 27
Setting the Tempo by Tapping It Out (Tap Tempo)..................................... 27
Changing the Key ([KEY SHIFT]) .......................................................................... 28
Let’s Use a Foot Switch ....................................................................... 29
Connecting the Foot Switch .................................................................................... 29
Using the Foot Switch .............................................................................................. 30
Let’s Perform with the Patterns Switched Automatically ([AUTO]) ....... 31
Let’s Change the Overall Tone of the Sound and Acoustics (TSC) ...... 32
Chapter 1 Overview of the DR-3.......................................................... 34
The DR-3’s Performance Modes ............................................................................. 34
Style Play Mode ........................................................................................................ 34
Makeup of a Style ..................................................................................................... 35
Song Mode ................................................................................................................. 37
Switching the Pad Functions................................................................................... 37
Main Screens and Functions.................................................................................... 38
Starting and Stopping Performances and Recording ................................... 40
Adjusting the Tempo ([TEMPO]).................................................................... 41
Changing the Key of the Performance ([KEY SHIFT])................................. 42
Chapter 2 Playing Styles (Manual Mode [MANU]) ............................. 43
How the Pads Work When Performing Styles .............................................. 43
Selecting Styles.......................................................................................................... 43
Selecting the Patterns to be Played......................................................................... 44
Starting/Stopping.............................................................................................. 44
How to Change Patterns................................................................................... 44
Selecting Variations (VARIATION) ....................................................................... 45
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Chapter 3 Playing Styles (Auto Mode [AUTO]) .................................. 46
Selecting a Style......................................................................................................... 46
Performing in Auto Mode ....................................................................................... 46
Changing the Pattern Progression in Auto Mode......................................... 47
Chapter 4 Controlling the Styles with a Foot Switch ........................ 48
Starting and Stopping Performances ..................................................................... 48
Switching Verses....................................................................................................... 48
Assigning Functions to the Foot Switch................................................................ 49
Chapter 5 Changing the Overall Tone of the Sound and Acoustics (TSC).......... 51
Changing the Overall Tone of the Sound ([SOUND SHAPE]) .......................... 51
Altering the Acoustic Characteristics of the Overall Sound ([AMBIENCE])... 52
Changing the Sound Shape Parameters ................................................................ 53
How to Make the Settings ................................................................................ 53
Changing the Equalizer Parameters ............................................................... 53
Changing the Compressor Parameters........................................................... 54
Naming the Settings .......................................................................................... 55
Copying the Settings ......................................................................................... 55
Changing the Ambience Parameters ..................................................................... 56
How to Make the Settings ................................................................................ 56
Changing the Ambience Parameters .............................................................. 56
Naming the Settings .......................................................................................... 57
Copying the Settings ......................................................................................... 57
Chapter 6 Performing with the Pads................................................... 58
Playing Drum Sounds.............................................................................................. 59
Playing Percussion Sounds ..................................................................................... 59
Playing Bass Sounds................................................................................................. 59
Selecting a Different Sound (VARIATION [KIT])................................................ 60
Chapter 7 Creating Styles.................................................................... 61
Procedure for Creating Styles ................................................................................. 61
<1> Selecting a Number for the Style .................................................................... 62
<2> Making the Settings for the New Style .......................................................... 62
Setting the Tempo for the Style ....................................................................... 62
Setting the Beat................................................................................................... 62
Setting Up the Kit .............................................................................................. 63
Changing the Sound to Be Muted ................................................................... 63
Making the TSC Settings for the Style ............................................................ 64
Determining the Number of Measures for Each Pattern ............................. 64
<3> Recording the Patterns ..................................................................................... 65
Using Realtime Recording................................................................................ 65
• Recording the Drum Part .............................................................................. 65
• Recording the Bass Part................................................................................. 66
Using Step Recording........................................................................................ 67
• Recording the Drum Part .............................................................................. 67
• Recording the Bass Part................................................................................. 68
Adding Dynamics to the Sounds (Velocity Edit).......................................... 69
Transposing the Pattern’s Bass Part................................................................ 70
Playing Back Recorded Patterns...................................................................... 70
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<4> Confirming the Created Style.......................................................................... 70
Performing the Created Style........................................................................... 70
Editing the Settings............................................................................................ 70
Naming, Copying, and Deleting Styles ................................................................. 71
Naming the Style ............................................................................................... 71
Copying the Style............................................................................................... 71
Clearing the Style............................................................................................... 72
Copying and Deleting Patterns .............................................................................. 72
Copying Patterns ............................................................................................... 72
Clearing Patterns ............................................................................................... 73
Chapter 8 Creating and Performing Songs ([SONG]) ....................... 74
What is a Song? .................................................................................................. 74
Procedure for Creating Songs ................................................................................. 74
<1> Selecting a Number for the Song .................................................................... 75
<2> Make the Settings for the New Song.............................................................. 75
Setting the Basic Tempo.................................................................................... 75
Making the TSC Settings for the Song ............................................................ 76
<3> Recording the Song........................................................................................... 76
When Using Step Recording ............................................................................ 76
When Using Realtime Recording .................................................................... 77
Editing Notes to Drum Parts and Bass Parts in the Song ............................ 78
<4> Editing Songs..................................................................................................... 80
Adding Patterns In the Song (INSERT).......................................................... 80
Deleting Specified Segments (DELETE)......................................................... 81
Copying Specified Segments (COPY)............................................................. 82
Changing the Tempo Part Way Through a Song (TEMPO)........................ 83
<5> Checking the Created Song ............................................................................. 83
Performing the Created Song........................................................................... 83
Editing the Settings............................................................................................ 83
Naming, Copying, and Deleting Songs................................................................. 84
Naming the Song ............................................................................................... 84
Copying the Song .............................................................................................. 84
Clearing the Song............................................................................................... 85
Performing Songs ..................................................................................................... 85
Performing Songs .............................................................................................. 85
Switching Patterns With a Foot Switch .......................................................... 86
Playing Multiple Songs Continuously (Song Chain) ................................... 87
Chapter 9 Changing the Operating Environment (System).............. 88
How to Make the Settings ................................................................................ 88
Setting the Parts To Be Output from the OUTPUT Jacks.................................... 89
Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity.................................................................................. 89
Setting the Reference Pitch for the Bass Part ........................................................ 89
Changing the Volume of the Metronome Sound................................................. 89
Chapter 10 Creating Your Own Kits.................................................... 90
How to Make the Settings ................................................................................ 90
Selecting the Sounds Assigned to the Pads........................................................... 91
Setting the Volume ................................................................................................... 91
Setting the Position of the Sound ........................................................................... 91
Naming the Kit.......................................................................................................... 91
Copying the Kit......................................................................................................... 92
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Chapter 11 Connecting and Using External MIDI Devices ............... 93
What is MIDI? .................................................................................................... 93
Starting/Stopping and Synchronizing Performances on the DR-3
from an External MIDI Device................................................................................ 93
Setting the MIDI Channels ............................................................................... 94
Setting Sync Mode ............................................................................................. 95
Using An External MIDI Device to Play the DR-3............................................... 95
Using the DR-3 to Record Performances Played by External MIDI Devices ... 96
Appendices......................................................98
Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 99
Message List ....................................................................................... 100
Parameter List..................................................................................... 101
Instrument/Bass Tone List ................................................................ 104
Preset Kit List ..................................................................................... 106
Preset Style List.................................................................................. 116
MIDI Implementation .......................................................................... 117
MIDI Implementation Chart ................................................................ 120
Specifications ..................................................................................... 122
Index .................................................................................................... 123
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Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
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1. Display
* The explanations in this manual include
illustrations that depict what should
typically be shown by the display. Note,
however, that your unit may incorporate a
newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g.,
includes newer sounds), so what you actually
see in the display may not always match what
appears in the manual.
2. VALUE dial
Selects Styles and songs.
You can set tempos by rotating the dial
after pressing the TEMPO button (11).
This is also used during editing to input
settings values.
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3. MODE button
MANU (Manual) button
Press this button to switch to Manual
mode, in which you perform by switching
the patterns yourself.
AUTO button
Press this button to switch to Auto mode,
in which the patterns are switched
automatically during play of Styles.
SONG button
Press this button to switch to Song mode,
in which you play songs.
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Panel Descriptions
4.
START button
Starts and pauses Styles/songs playback
or recording.
STOP button
This stops the performance of the Styles or
songs.
STEP REC button
This starts Step Recording of Styles and
songs.
Pressing START button during Step
Recording then starts Realtime Recording.
5. EDIT button
Uses this when making settings related to
the performance and the usage
environment for the DR-3.
6. / /
/EXIT /
/ENTER buttons
The four buttons, , , and
are called the cursor buttons.
Cursor buttons are used to select
parameters and changes screens (pages).
EXIT button is pressed to stop an operation.
ENTER button is used to “lock in” a value
you’ve set or to execute an operation.
7. TSC (Total Sound Control)
buttons
SOUND SHAPE button
Adjusts the overall tone of the sound.
AMBIENCE button
Alters the acoustic characteristics of the
overall sound.
8. PTN button
* These are indicated in this manual as [ ].
Press this button to switch patterns with
the pads (12).
When this button is ON (lit), the 9–12
buttons switch to the following functions.
9. VARIATION buttons
PTN button
The Pattern’s variation is played.
KIT button
Plays with the Kit’s variation sound.
MUTE button
Some instrument sounds of the pattern are
muted.
10. KEY SHIFT button
Changes the key of the Patterns and songs
(transposing).
11. TEMPO (TAP) button
Adjusts the tempo.
You can tap this button at least four times
to set the tempo to the interval between the
taps.
12. Pattern Pads
When the PTN button (8) is on, you can
switch the patterns with these eight pads.
13. INST (Instrument) button
Press this button to use the pads to play
drum and bass sounds.
When this button is on (lit), the 9–12
buttons play the drum and bass sounds.
Also, you can press this button to switch
the sound groups for the pads (14).
14. Pads
When INST button (13) is ON (lit), drum
and bass sounds are played with these
pads.
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Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel
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1. MIDI IN connector
External MIDI device can be connected to this connector.
2. FOOT SW (Switch) jack
By connecting a foot switch, you can obtain pedal control over the start and stop of performances,
switching the patterns, or other actions.
3. OUTPUT jack R (MONO) / L (PHONES)
Provides output of the audio signals. Connect to your amp, stereo system, or similar equipment.
For monaural output use the R (MONO) jack.
For a set of headphones use the L (PHONES) jack.
* You cannot get monaural output while simultaneously using the headphones.
4. OUTPUT jack R / L
Provides output of the audio signals. Connect to your amp, stereo system, or similar equipment.
Connect cables having RCA phono plugs here.
5. VOLUME knob
Adjusts the volume from the OUTPUT jacks.
6. POWER switch
Switches the power on and off.
7. AC Adaptor jack
You can use a separately sold AC adapter (BOSS PSA series).
8. Security Slot ( )
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Before You Play
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Install Batteries
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Make sure that the power is turned off.
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Remove the battery cover on the unit’s underside.
When turning the unit upsidedown, get a bunch of
newspapers or magazines, and
place them under the four
corners or at both ends to
prevent damage to the buttons
and controls. Also, you should
try to orient the unit so no
uttons or controls get
damaged.
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Insert six AA batteries in the battery case, taking care
to ensure that the positive (+) and negative (-)
When turning the unit upsidedown, handle with care to
avoid dropping it, or allowing
it to fall or tip over.
terminals are not reversed.
fig.00-02
We recommend the use of
alkaline batteries for extended
attery life.
Do not mix new batteries with
partially used batteries, and do
not mix batteries of differing
types.
When the battery power
egins to run low, “Battery
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Close the battery cover.
Low!” appears in the display
when the power is turned on.
When this occurs, replace with
new (six AA) batteries.
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Before You Play
NOTE
NOTE
Making Connections
The DR-3 is not equipped with an internal amp or speakers. To
hear sound, either connect an amplifier and speakers or use stereo
headphones.
Audio cables, MIDI cables, Stereo headphones, and foot switches
are not included. Please purchase these items from your dealer.
1
Before you begin making connections, confirm the
following.
• Is the volume level of the DR-3 or connected amp turned all the
way down?
• Is the power to the DR-3 or connected amp turned off?
fig.00-03
Stereo Headphones
Foot Switch
AC Adoptor
(PSA-series: option)
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 connections with
the DR-3.
Monitor Speaker
Audio Set
2
Connect the amp and audio gear, or the headphones
as shown in the diagram.
In order to take full advantage of the DR-3’s sound we
recommend that you play it in stereo.
When using the system in mono, connect to the OUTPUT R
(MONO) jack.
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For instructions on connecting
to the MIDI connectors, refer
to p. 93.
For instructions on
connecting to the FOOT
SW jack, refer to p. 29.
You cannot get monaural
output while simultaneously
using the headphones.
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Turning On/Off the Power
NOTE
■ Turning on the power
Once the connections have been completed (p. 16), 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
Before you turn the power on, make sure of the
following points.
• Are external devices connected correctly?
• Is the volume level of the DR-3 or connected amp turned all the
way down?
2
Turn on the POWER switch located on the rear panel
of the DR-3.
fig.00-04
3
Turn on the power of the amp.
Press the flashing [INTRO/START] button to start the performance.
Rotate the VOLUME knob on the rear panel to adjust the DR-3’s
volume level.
fig.00-05
Before You Play
This unit is equipped with a
protection circuit. A brief
interval (a few seconds) after
power up is required before
the unit will operate normally.
Press STOP [ ] to stop the
performance.
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Also adjust the volume levels for amps and other connected gear.
■ Turning Off the Power
1
Before turning off the DR-3’s power, make sure that:
• Is the volume level of the DR-3 or connected amp turned all the
way down?
2
Switch off any amps and other external equipment.
3
Turn off the power of the DR-3.
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Before You Play
Reset to Default Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
This returns all settings on the DR-3 to the values they had when
the unit shipped from the factory. This is called Factory Reset.
fig.00-06p
1
2, 4
3, 5, 6
1
With the performance stopped, press [EDIT].
fig.00-07d
2
Press [ ] to select a <SYSTEM>.
fig.00-08d
3
Press [ENTER].
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4
Press [ ] to select a <FACTORY RESET>.
fig.00-10d
5
Press [ENTER].
A message confirming that you want to proceed with Factory
Reset is displayed.
fig.00-11d
To cancel, press [EXIT].
6
To execute Factory Reset, press [ENTER].
Factory Reset is executed.
When Factory Reset is done, the previous screen is displayed.
All of the settings are restored to their original factory status.
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Quick Start
This Quick Start manual describes how to enjoy performing the
rhythm used in the DR-3’s Styles.
Pre-programmed Styles are provided in Rock, Jazz, and a variety of
other musical genres.
Once you select a Style in the desired genre, you can put together
backing that matches your own performances by switching Patterns.
The Patterns prepared for each Style include not only an “intro” and
“ending,” but up to three types of “fill-ins” and “verses” (main rhythm
patterns). You can perform the rhythm in a variety of ways.
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Let’s Listen to the Demo
NOTE
NOTE
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Now listen to the demo performance, which brings the DR-3’s
“Styles” to life.
The “Patterns” in the demo performance are switched
automatically. The pattern pads light when the corresponding
Patterns are playing.
fig.QS-01p
1
1
Hold down [MANU] and press [AUTO].
The DR-3 switches to Demo mode, and the performance begins.
If a Pattern or song is playing, press STOP [ ] to stop the
performance, then perform Step 1.
fig.QS-02d
The Style name which is playing, is displayed.
2
Press STOP [ ] to stop the demo performance.
If you want to listen to the demo performance again, press START
[].
Styles and Patterns —
Song performances require
rhythm patterns that vary a
little for each section of the
performance (intro, fill-ins,
ending, and so on). The DR-3
features eight prepared
rhythm patterns expressing
these variations within the
songs. Eight patterns are
grouped together in what is
called a “Style.” The DR-3
features 100 pre-programmed
internal Styles (Preset Styles)
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to suit a variety of musical
genres. You can also put
together your own
combinations of Patterns to
create whole new Styles (User
Styles).
All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use of this
material for purposes other
than private, personal
enjoyment is a violation of
applicable laws.
You cannot switch Patterns by
pressing the pattern pads
while the demo performance is
playing. For information about
performances which do allow
you to switch the Patterns,
refer to “Let’s Play a Style” (p.
22).
When using [MANU],
[AUTO], or [SONG] to switch
modes, stop the performance
first before you press the
utton.
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Let’s Play a Style
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There are two ways to perform Styles, using “Manual mode,” in
which you switch the Pattern yourself, or “Auto mode,” where
the DR-3 switches Patterns automatically.
Now, try performing in Manual mode.
Performing Styles with Selecting Patterns ([MANU])
Each Style includes eight prepared rhythm patterns; intro, fill-in
A, verse A, fill-in B, verse B, fill-in C, verse C and ending.
In Manual mode, you play switching Patterns yourself.
fig.QS-03p
1
For more information on
“Auto mode,” please refer to
p. 31.
2
4
3
Pattern Pad
1
With the performance stopped, press [MANU] so the
button lights up.
This puts the DR-3 in Manual mode.
The Style screen appears in the display.
fig.QS-04d
Style No.
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Style Name
TempoBeatMeasure
If [INST] is lit, then drum or
ass sounds are played when
you press the pads (p. 58).
To switch Patterns with the
pads, press [ ] so that this
utton lights up.
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Press [INTRO/START] to start the performance from
the intro.
3
Press one of the pattern pads to switch Patterns.
The Patterns assigned to the pattern pads are shown below.
Pad
INTRO/
Name
Description
START
After the
intro is
played, the
Style proceeds to
Verse A.
When you press a pattern pad, the pattern for the pad you've
pressed will start playing as soon as the one that's currently
playing has finished.
When you press [FILL], the fill-in is played, and then the verse
corresponding to that fill-in is automatically played. For example,
if you press [FILL A], the DR-3 automatically switches to [VERSE
A] after the fill-in.
FILL A VERSE A FILL B VERSE B FILL C VERSE C
After Fill-In
A is played,
the Style
proceeds to
Verse A.
This is the
main performance
Pattern.
After Fill-In
B is played,
the Style
proceeds to
Verse B.
4
When you press [ENDING/STOP], the ending is
played and then the performance stops.
This is a
complementary
Pattern to
Verse A.
After Fill-In
C is played,
the Style
proceeds to
Verse C.
Let’s Play a Style
When you press a pattern pad
other than [INTRO/START],
the performance begins from
that pattern.
ENDING/
STOP
This is the
most elaborate of
the Patterns A–C.
What is a Fill-In? —These are
lively performance Patterns
inserted in spaces between
phrases and other points in
songs and Styles. Fill-ins of up
to one whole measure in
length are played according to
when you press the [FILL].
The ending
is played,
and then
the performance
stops.
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To stop the Style without
having the ending played,
press STOP [ ].
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Let’s Play a Style
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Performing Variations on Styles (VARIATION)
You can use the three VARIATION buttons to add variety to the
performance, even with the same Style.
Button
Name
Description
fig.QS-05p
1
PTN KIT MUTE
The Pattern’s variation is played.
This substitutes
the kits, thereby
changing the tone.
This mutes a part
of the drum set.
3, 4, 5
What is a Kit? — These are
sounds, selected from those
of 26 drum sounds and one
together as a single set.
The settings used when you
press a VARIATION button
differ according to the Style.
You can use the VARIATION
mode, but in Auto mode and
Song mode (p. 37) as well.
uilt into the DR-3, consisting
ass sound that are grouped
uttons not only in Manual
2
VARIATION Button
1
With the performance stopped, press [MANU] so the
button lights up.
This puts the DR-3 in Manual mode.
2
When you press [INTRO/START], the performance
starts from the intro.
3
Press VARIATION [PTN].
VARIATION [PTN] lights up, and the variation for the Pattern
currently being performed is played.
When you press VARIATION [PTN] once again, the button’s
light goes out, and the original Pattern is played.
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The VARIATION [PTN]
utton does not have any
effect on patterns other than
verses.
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Press VARIATION [KIT].
VARIATION [KIT] lights up, and the drum set and bass sounds
changes.
When you press VARIATION [KIT] once again, the button’s light
goes out, and the original Pattern is played.
5
Press VARIATION [MUTE].
VARIATION [MUTE] lights up, and a part of sounds are muted.
When you press VARIATION [MUTE] once again, the button’s
light goes out, and the muted sounds play again.
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When you press [ENDING/STOP], the ending is
played and then the performance stops.
Let’s Play a Style
With some Styles, the sound
may not change.
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Let’s Play a Style
Selecting Styles
The DR-3 comes with 100 pre-programmed Styles already built
in.
Now try listening to some of the different Styles.
fig.QS-06p
1
You can also create your own
Styles. For more information,
refer to “Chapter 7 Creating
Styles” (p. 61).
2
3
1
With the performance stopped, press [MANU] so the
button lights up.
The Style screen appears in the display.
fig.QS-04d
Style No.
Style Name
TempoBeatMeasure
2
Turn the VALUE dial to select a Style.
3
Press [INTRO/START] to start the performance from
the intro.
You can change Styles by turning the VALUE dial, even during
the performance.
4
When you press [ENDING/STOP], the ending is
played and then the performance stops.
4
If you switch the style during
its performance, a “ ” mark
appears in front of the style
name which will be played
next.
The style switches after the
currently playing pattern ends,
and the “ ” mark disappears.
When you press a pattern pad
other than [INTRO/START],
the performance begins from
that pattern.
“Preset Style List” (p. 116)
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Changing the Tempo ([TEMPO])
Now let’s try changing the performance tempo.
fig.QS-08p
1
Press [TEMPO (TAP)].
The Tempo screen appears.
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Let’s Play a Style
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2
Adjust the tempo with the VALUE dial.
The tempo can be set to any value from 20 to 260.
3
Press [EXIT] to return you to the previous screen.
■ Setting the Tempo by Tapping It Out (Tap Tempo)
You can have the tempo be set to match an interval that you’ve
demonstrated by tapping the button. This function is called “Tap
Tempo.”
1
Press [TEMPO (TAP)] at least four times.
The interval between presses of the button is set as the tempo.
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Let’s Play a Style
Changing the Key ([KEY SHIFT])
You can perform Styles in different keys (transposed).
This function is called “Key Shift.”
fig.QS-10p
1
Press [KEY SHIFT].
The Key Shift screen appears.
fig.QS-11d
2
3
1
2
Set the key with the VALUE dial.
You can set the value in semitone units within the range from -12
to +12, or one octave lower to one octave higher.
This changes the key of the performance.
3
Press [EXIT] to return you to the previous screen.
To return to the original key, press [KEY SHIFT], then set the key
to “0” using the VALUE dial.
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Let’s Use a Foot Switch
NOTE
NOTE
You can use a foot switch (such as the optional FS-5U) to start and
stop performances and switch verses (p. 23). This is convenient, as
it allows you to switch the Patterns with your foot.
You can connect up to two foot switches.
Connecting the Foot Switch
1
Connect the foot switch to the FOOT SW jack on the
rear panel.
fig.QS-14
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
connecting a foot switch.
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White
Start/Stop
(
Performance
(Switching Verses)
)
Red
When Connecting Two Foot Switches
With the factory settings, foot switches connected using the plug
with a white ring are used for starting and stopping
performances, and foot switches connected using the plug with a
red ring are used for switching verses.
A special PCS-31 cable
(optional) is required when
connecting two foot switches.
When connecting the foot
switch (the optional FS-5U) to
the FOOT SW jack, set the
polarity switch as shown in the
following figure.
Polarity Switch
You can change the foot switch
functions. For more details,
refer to “Assigning Functions
to the Foot Switch” (p. 49).
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Let’s Use a Foot Switch
Using the Foot Switch
The example here describes use of the DR-3 with two foot
switches connected.
When you have only one foot switch connected, you can only use
it to start and stop the performance.
1
With the performance stopped, press [MANU] so the
button lights up.
This puts the DR-3 in Manual mode.
2
When you press the foot switch connected with the
plug with a white ring, the performance begins.
The performance starts from the intro.
3
Pressing the foot switch connected with the plug that
has a red ring switches to the next verse after the
verse currently being played.
4
When you press the foot switch connected with the
plug with the white ring, the ending is played, and
then the performance stops.
You can change the foot switch
functions. For more details,
refer to “Assigning Functions
to the Foot Switch” (p. 49).
When you press the foot
switch with the red ring, a fillin is played after the verse
currently being played, and
the performance switches to
the next verse. Pressing the
foot switch while Verse A is
playing switches the
performance to Verse B,
pressing the foot switch
during Verse B switches the
performance to Verse C, and
pressing the foot switch
during Verse C switches the
performance to Verse A.
By continuing to press the foot
switch, you can select
subsequent verses according to
the number of times you press
the foot switch.
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