Owner’s Manual
* The power to this unit will be turned o automatically after a predetermined
amount of time has passed since it was last used for playing music, or its
buttons or controls were operated (AUTO OFF function).
If you do not want the power to be turned o automatically, disengage the AUTO
OFF function (p. 5).
5 Unsaved data is lost when the power turns o. Before turning the power o,
save the data that you want to keep.
5 To restore power, turn the power on again.
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the
Owner’s Manual (p. 23)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
© 2019 Roland Corporation
Panel Descriptions
Top Panel
1
9 10
2
5 6
2
7 8
1 Display
Shows the number of the current phrase memory, and
various other information.
2 [VALUE] knob
3
4
Selects the parameter that’s shown in the display, or
edits the value.
3 [MENU] button
Accesses various parameters.
MEMO
By pressing the [MENU] button and [EXIT] button simultaneously,
you can save the phrase (p. 17).
4 [EXIT] button
Used to move the cursor shown in the display, and also
for other purposes.
5 LOOP indicator
The indicators around the edge light according to the
status of recording, playback, or overdubbing.
The center of the indicator shows the division (TRK 1,
TRK 2) of the loop that’s playing.
Panel Descriptions
6 [LEVEL] (LOOP) knob
Adjusts the volume of the phrase loop.
7 [LEVEL] (RHYTHM) knob
Adjusts the volume of the rhythm.
8 RHYTHM indicator
The indicators around the edge light according to the
rhythm playback status.
The center of the indicator shows the division (INTRO,
PTN 1, PTN 2, ENDING) of the rhythm that’s playing.
9 [LOOP] switch
Switches between recording, playback, and
overdubbing.
For an empty phrase
Recording -> Playback -> Overdubbing
For a phrase that contains data
Playback -> Overdubbing
During playback or overdubbing
Hold down the switch for two seconds or longer to
Undo (cancel the recording or the last overdub).
Hold down the switch once again for two seconds or
longer to Redo (cancel the Undo).
Press the switch twice in succession to stop.
While stopped
Hold down the switch for two seconds or longer to clear
the phrase.
10 [RHYTHM] switch
While the rhythm is stopped
Press the switch to play the rhythm.
Hold down the switch for two seconds or longer to turn
SYNC on/o (p. 10).
While the rhythm is playing
Press the switch to add a ll-in.
Hold down the switch for two seconds or longer to
switch the division (PTN 1/PTN 2).
Press the switch twice in succession to stop playback.
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Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
A B C
INPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks
A
Connect your guitar, bass, or eect unit here.
Use the A and B jacks if connecting an eect unit that
has stereo output. Use only the A jack if using this unit
in mono.
B OUTPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks
Connect this jack to your amp or monitor speakers.
Use only the OUTPUT A jack if using this unit in mono.
Even sound that is input in stereo is output in mono.
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D
Turning On/O the Power
* Once everything is properly connected, be sure to
follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If
you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk
causing malfunction or equipment failure.
The DC IN jack also operates as the power switch. The
power turns on when you insert a plug into the DC IN
jack. The power turns o when you remove the plug.
When powering up
Power-up equipment such as your guitar amp last.
When powering down
Power-down equipment such as your guitar amp rst.
Caution when turning o the power
* Never turn o the power in the following states (don’t
remove the plug from the DC IN jack). You risk losing all of
the saved data.
5 While the LOOP indicator is rotating (during recording,
playback, or overdubbing)
5 While the display indicates “LOADING…” or “EXECUTING…”
(while switching, saving, deleting, or loading phrase
memory)
Panel Descriptions
* Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to turn
the volume down. Even with the volume turned down,
you might hear some sound when switching the unit
on/o. However, this is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction.
AUTO OFF Settings
If you don’t need the power to turn o automatically,
set “AUTO OFF” to “OFF.”
1. From the Menu screen 0 “SYSTEM” 0 select “AUTO OFF”
and press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to change the value.
OFF The power will not turn o automatically.
The power will automatically turn o when 10 hours have
ON
passed since you last played or operated the RC-10R.
3. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to the top
screen.
C CTL 1, 2/EXP jacks
You can connect a footswitch (sold separately: FS-5U,
FS-6, FS-7) and use it to control various functions.
& For details, refer to “Parameter Guide (English)”
(PDF).
* Use only the specied expression pedal. By connecting
any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
D DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
* Use only the included AC adaptor. Using any other
adaptor may result in malfunctions or electric shock.
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn
down the volume, and turn o all the units before making
any connections.
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Panel Descriptions
Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
F
E
MIDI jacks
E
Connect an external MIDI device here. You can
synchronize an external MIDI device with this unit.
To make this connection, use a TRS/MIDI connecting
cable (sold separately: BMIDI-5-35).
NOTE
Do not connect an audio device here. Doing so will
cause malfunctions.
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F USB port
Connect your computer using a commercially available
USB cable that supports USB 2.0.
You can use your computer to read or write the RC-10R’s
phrases, and synchronize an external USB MIDI device
with the RC-10R.
& For details, refer to “Parameter Guide (English)”
(PDF).
* Do not use a micro USB cable that is designed only for
charging a device. Charge-only cables cannot transmit
data.
How the RC-10R Is Organized
RC-10R
Phrase Memory 99
Phrase Memory 1
Rhythm
Looper
SYSTEM
INTRO
PTN 2
TRK 1
PTN 1
ENDING
TRK 2
“Recording” and “Overdubbing”
In this manual, “recording” refers to the rst recording that
you make on an empty track, and “overdubbing” refers
to the second and subsequent recordings that you layer
onto the rst recording.
Phrase Memory
A combination of a track with a rhythm pattern is called a
“phrase memory.” You can store up to 99 dierent phrase
memories.
Rhythm
The rhythm consists of four divisions: INTRO, PTN 1, PTN 2,
and ENDING. Additionally, the PTN 1 and the PTN 2 each have
their own ll-in.
Looper
The looper consists of two divisions: TRK 1 and TRK 2. You can
use this to record and play back the sound of your guitar or
bass.
SYSTEM
This contains overall settings for the entire RC-10R.
& For details, refer to “Parameter Guide (English)” (PDF).
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Basic Operation
INTROINTRO
PTN 1PTN 1
TRK 1TRK 1
SYNC = ONSYNC = ON
SYNC = ONSYNC = ON
Workow
The RC-10R lets you use “rhythm playback,” “loop recording,” and “rhythm playback + loop recording.”
Rhythm
([RHYTHM] switch)
Looper
([LOOP] switch)
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Once
Once
Press
(to INTRO)
Press
(record/play TRK 1)
Automatic
(to PTN 1)
Once
Two
seconds
Press
(ll in)
“Looper operation” (p. 10)
Press
(switch)
PTN 2PTN 2
TRK 2TRK 2
ENDINGENDING
Once
Press
(ll in)
Twice
Twice
Press
(to ENDING)
Press
(stop)
Basic Operation
INTRO
A short intro suitable for the pattern will play.
PTN 1
This is the basic rhythm pattern.
PTN 2
This rhythm pattern is more amboyant than the PTN 1.
Fill in
You can insert a ll-in at any time while the PTN 1 or PTN
2 are playing. The ll-in is also inserted when you switch
between PTN 1 and PTN 2.
The PTN 1 and the PTN 2 each play a dierent ll-in.
ENDING
After a ll-in, the ending plays and then the rhythm
stops.
Looper (TRK 1, TRK 2)
Use this to record and play back the sound of your guitar
or bass.
When you switch between PTN 1 and PTN 2 in the
Rhythm section, these tracks also switch automatically
for the looper section.
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Basic Operation
Looper operationLooper operation
PLAY
(loop playback)
PLAY
(loop playback)
REC
(record)
REC
(record)
OVER-
DUBBING
OVER-
DUBBING
Once
* If there is no recorded
data, you’ll start with
recording.
Two
seconds
Synchronizing the looper and rhythm (p. 15)
You can specify whether the looper and rhythm operate simultaneously (SYNC ON) or separately (SYNC OFF).
To turn SYNC on/o, hold down the [RHYTHM] switch for two seconds or longer while the looper and rhythm are stopped.
When SYNC is on, the RHYTHM indicator changes color.
SYNC OFF: red and green
SYNC ON: red and light blue
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Press
(undo/redo)
Press
(loop playback)
Once
Press
(overdubbing)
Basic Operation
Basic Rhythm Operation
Selecting a Rhythm Pattern
The RC-10R contains more than 280 dierent rhythm
patterns.
1. Press the [VALUE] knob to move the cursor to
the genre.
* If the screen is dierent than shown above, press the
[EXIT] button several times to access the top screen.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the genre.
3. Press the [VALUE] knob to move the cursor to
the rhythm pattern.
4. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the rhythm
pattern.
MEMO
5 For details on the internal rhythm patterns, refer to
“Parameter Guide” (PDF). To obtain the PDF manual,
refer to p. 21.
5 You can’t change the time signature of the rhythm
patterns. Select a rhythm pattern of the time signature
that you want to play.
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Basic Operation
Playing the Rhythm
1. Press the [RHYTHM] switch.
The rhythm plays.
The RHYTHM indicator rotates at the timing of the
rhythm.
Switching Between PTN 1 and PTN 2
1. While the rhythm is playing, hold the
[RHYTHM] switch for two seconds.
A ll-in is inserted, and then the division that plays
is switched.
Stopping the Rhythm
1. While the rhythm is playing, press the
[RHYTHM] switch twice in succession.
A ll-in is inserted, the ending plays, and then the
rhythm stops.
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5 You can also start the rhythm without playing the intro.
5 You can also stop the rhythm without playing the ending.
& For details, refer to “Parameter Guide (English)” (PDF).
Inserting a Fill-In
1. While the PTN 1 or PTN 2 are playing, press the
[RHYTHM] switch once.
A ll-in appropriate to the rhythm pattern is
inserted.
MEMO
5 A ll-in is also inserted when you switch between PTN
1 and PTN 2.
Basic Operation
Adjusting the Rhythm Volume
1. Turn the [LEVEL] (RHYTHM) knob.
Adjusting the Tempo
1. Press the [VALUE] knob to move the cursor to
the tempo.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to adjust the tempo.
Basic Looper Operation
Selecting a Phrase Memory
1. Press the [VALUE] knob to move the cursor to
the phrase number.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select a phrase
memory (1–99).
LOOP indicator Explanation
Unlit
Lit Green
No recorded data
Press the [LOOP] switch to start
recording
Recorded data exists
Press the [LOOP] switch to start loop
playback
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Basic Operation
Record
Select a phrase memory that does not contain recorded
data, and press the [LOOP] switch to start recording.
Track status and LOOP indicator color
Green: When stopped, data exists; otherwise,
playing
Red: Recording
Orange: Overdubbing
Light blue: When using Undo or Redo
Overdub
By pressing the [LOOP] switch during loop playback, you
can record another layer (overdub) onto the currentlyplaying phrase.
5 If you press the [LOOP] switch during overdubbing,
you’ll switch to loop playback.
5 You can perform Undo and Redo operations.
& “Cancelling an Overdub (Undo/Redo/Track
Clear)” (p. 15)
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Loop Playback
During overdubbing, or if a phrase memory containing
recorded data is selected, you can press the [LOOP]
switch to start loop playback.
5 If you press the [LOOP] switch during loop playback,
you’ll switch to overdubbing.
5 During phrase playback, if you move the cursor to
the phrase number and turn the [VALUE] knob, the
phrase memory number blinks, allowing you to
select the next phrase (memory shift).
5 You can also perform memory shift operations
using an external footswitch connected to the CTL
1, 2 jacks.
& For details, refer to “Parameter Guide (English)”
(PDF).
Stopping
To stop, press the [LOOP] switch twice in succession.
Basic Operation
Cancelling an Overdub (Undo/Redo/Track Clear)
You can Undo/Redo by holding down the [LOOP] switch
for two seconds or longer during phrase playback or
overdubbing.
You can clear the phrase by holding down the [LOOP]
switch for two seconds or longer while the phrase is
stopped.
Operation Explanation
Undo
Redo
Clear
You can cancel the recording or the most recent overdub
by holding down the [LOOP] switch for two seconds or
longer during playback or overdubbing.
If you want to bring back the cancelled sound, once
again hold down the [LOOP] switch for two seconds
or longer during playback. Redo is possible only for
overdubbing.
While phrase playback is stopped, you can hold down
the [LOOP] switch for two seconds or longer to clear the
phrase (this Clear operation is temporary; the phrase
saved in phrase memory is not lost).
Using Rhythm and Looper Together
For even more variety in your performance, you can use
the rhythm together with the looper.
Using the Looper to Record a Backing with Rhythm
1. Make sure that the rhythm and the looper are
stopped.
2. Hold down the [RHYTHM] switch for two
seconds or longer.
SYNC turns on, so that the rhythm and looper will
operate simultaneously.
When SYNC is on, the RHYTHM indicator changes
color.
SYNC OFF: red and green
SYNC ON: red and light blue
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Basic Operation
3. Press the [RHYTHM] switch.
After the intro plays, the rhythm’s PTN 1 plays. At the
same time, the looper’s TRK 1 starts being recorded.
4. Press the [LOOP] switch.
The length of the TRK 1 is determined, and the
looper switches to the playback state.
You can perform freely while playing back the
backing track that you created using the rhythm
and looper.
You can also press the [LOOP] switch again and
overdub.
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* The length of the track is automatically adjusted (loop
quantized) according to the tempo and the time
signature of the rhythm.
Start
Even if the timing is slightly inaccurate, the
phrase length will automatically be adjusted to
the precise measure interval.
* The rhythm is not recorded on the looper.
* Even during loop recording, overdubbing, or playback,
you can freely insert a rhythm ll-in by pressing the
[RHYTHM] switch.
Stop
Basic Operation
Recording a TRK 2
Just as you can switch the rhythm between the PTN 1
and the PTN 2, you can also switch between the looper’s
TRK 1 and TRK 2 during recording or playback. This lets
you create a backing track that contains dierent chord
progressions appropriate for the song’s playback parts.
1. During TRK 1 recording, overdubbing, or
playback, hold down the [RHYTHM] switch for
two seconds or longer.
The rhythm switches to playing the PTN 2, and at
the same time the looper switches to recording the
TRK 2.
In the same way as when recording the TRK 1, you
can also switch the TRK 2 between playback and
overdubbing.
MEMO
5 The rhythm part that is playing and the looper track
that is recording, playing, or overdubbing are shown in
the center of each indicator.
& “5 LOOP indicator” (p. 2)
& “8 RHYTHM indicator” (p. 3)
Stopping Playback
1. Press the [RHYTHM] switch twice in succession.
Playback continues to the end of the measure, the
ending plays, and then playback stops.
Phrase Memories (Write/Delete)
Saving a phrase
If you record or overdub, or make rhythm settings, and
then select another phrase memory or turn o the
power, your phrase settings will be lost.
If you want to keep your phrase, you must write it into
memory.
1. While stopped, hold down the [MENU] button
and press the [EXIT] button.
The MENU screen appears.
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Basic Operation
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select “WRITE,” then
press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
3. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the write-
destination phrase memory.
If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.
MEMO
5 The maximum recording time is a total of approximately
six hours for all phrases (including an unsaved phrase).
If there’s not enough memory to save the phrase, the
display indicates “MEMORY FULL!” In this case, delete
unneeded phrases (p. 18) and then try the operation
again.
4. Press the [VALUE] knob.
The phrase is saved.
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NOTE
5 Never turn o the power while “EXECUTING...” is shown.
Doing so might cause all saved data to be lost.
5 When repairing the unit, we take great care to save the
contents of memory, but it might not be possible to
recover the contents of memory in cases such as when
the memory section has malfunctioned.
5 Roland accepts no responsibility, nancial or otherwise,
for recovering any contents lost from this unit’s
memory.
Deleting a phrase
Here’s how to delete a phrase.
1. While stopped, hold down the [MENU] button
and press the [EXIT] button.
The MENU screen appears.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select “CLEAR,” and
then press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
3. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the phrase
memory that you want to delete, and then
press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.
4. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select “YES,” and then
press the [VALUE] knob.
The phrase is deleted.
NOTE
5 Never turn o the power while “EXECUTING...” is shown.
Doing so might cause all saved data to be lost.
Basic Operation
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Appendix
Returning to the Factory Settings
(Factory Reset)
Restoring the RC-10R’s settings to their original factory
default settings is referred to as “Factory Reset.”
Factory reset lets you return the system settings to their
factory-set state or initialize all phrase memories. When
you initialize the phrase memories, the phrases are
deleted.
1. Press the [MENU] button.
The MENU screen appears.
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2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select “FACTORY
RESET,” and then press the [VALUE] knob to
conrm.
You see a screen where you can specify the range of
the factory reset.
3. Specify the range of the factory reset.
SYS
1–99
Press the [VALUE] knob.
Press the [EXIT] button.
Turn the [VALUE] knob.
System and MIDI parameter
settings
The contents of phrase
memories 1–99
To advance the cursor
To return the cursor
To edit the value
Parameter Value Explanation
FROM
TO
Appendix
4. Press the [VALUE] knob to conrm the range of
the factory reset.
If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.
5. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select “YES,” and then
press the [VALUE] knob.
The factory reset is executed.
NOTE
5 Never turn o the power while “EXECUTING...” is shown. Doing
so might cause all saved data to be lost.
Attaching the Rubber Feet
You can attach the rubber feet
(included) if necessary.
Attach them in the locations shown
in the illustration.
Using the unit without rubber feet
may damage the oor.
* When turning the unit over,
be careful so as to protect the
buttons and knobs from damage.
Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.
To Obtain the Parameter Guide
1. Access the following URL.
http://www.boss.info/manuals/
2. Choose “RC-10R” as the
product name.
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Appendix
Main Specications
BOSS RC-10R: RHYTHM, LOOP STATION
Maximum Recording Time: Approx. 6 hours (stereo)
Looper
Rhythm
Maximum Phrase
Memory
Power Supply
Current Draw
Dimensions
Weight
(excluding AC adaptor)
Accessories
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Number of Tracks: 2
Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 32-bit oat, stereo)
Rhythm Type: 280 types or greater
Rhythm Control: Intro, PTN 1, PTN 1 Fill, PTN 2, PTN 2
Fill, Ending
Rhythm Kit: 16 types
Maximum Polyphony: 24 voices
99
AC Adaptor
250 mA
101 (W) x 138 (D) x 63 (H) mm
4 (W) x 5-7/16 (D) x 2-1/2 (H) inches
101 (W) x 138 (D) x 65 (H) mm
4 (W) x 5-7/16 (D) x 2-9/16 (H) inches
620 g
1 lbs 6 oz
Owner’s Manual
Leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
AC Adaptor
Rubber foot
(rubber foot not included),
(rubber foot included)
Footswitch: FS-5U
Options
Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
* This document explains the specications of the
product at the time that the document was issued. For
the latest information, refer to the Roland website.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES
WARNING
Concerning the AUTO OFF function
The power to this unit will be turned o
automatically after a predetermined amount
of time has passed since it was last used for
playing music, or its buttons or controls were
operated (AUTO OFF function). If you do not
want the power to be turned o automatically, disengage
the AUTO OFF function (p. 5).
Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltage
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied
with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage
at the installation matches the input voltage
specied on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC
adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or be
designed for a dierent voltage, so their use could result in
damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
CAUTION
Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts
listed below, always keep them out of the reach
of small children.
• Included Parts
Rubber feet (p. 21)
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES
Placement
• Depending on the material and temperature of the
surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may
discolor or mar the surface.
Repairs and Data
• Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make
a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer
to write down the needed information. Although we will
do our utmost to preserve the data stored in your unit
when we carry out repairs, in some cases, such as when
the memory section is physically damaged, restoration
of the stored content may be impossible. Roland
assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any
stored content that has been lost.
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Additional Precautions
• Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the result
of equipment failure, incorrect operation, etc. To protect
yourself against the irretrievable loss of data, try to make
a habit of creating regular backups of the data you’ve
stored in the unit.
• Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of
any stored content that has been lost.
• Use only the specied expression pedal. By connecting
any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
• Do not use connection cables that
resistor.
contain a built-in
USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES
Intellectual Property Right
• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording,
video recording, copy or revision of a third party’s
copyrighted work (musical work, video work, broadcast,
live performance, or other work), whether in whole or in
part, and distribute, sell, lease, perform or broadcast it
without the permission of the copyright owner.
• Do not use this product for purposes that could
infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We
assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any
infringements of third-party copyrights arising through
your use of this product.
• The copyright of content in this product (the sound
waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns,
phrase data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by
Roland Corporation.
• Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said
content (except song data such as Demo Songs) for the
creating, performing, recording and distributing original
musical works.
• Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to
extract said content in original or modied form, for
the purpose of distributing recorded medium of said
content or making them available on a computer
network.
• The SD logo
and SDHC logo are
trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• This product contains eParts integrated software
platform of eSOL Co.,Ltd. eParts is a trademark of eSOL
Co., Ltd. in Japan.
• This product includes third party open source software.
Copyright (c) 2009-2017 ARM Limited. All rights reserved.
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”);
You may obtain a copy of the License at
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Copyright (c) 2016, Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Copyright 2016-2017 NXP
All rights reserved.
Licensed under the BSD-3-Clause
You may obtain a copy of the License at
https://opensource.org/licenses/BSD-3-Clause
• Roland, BOSS are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY/IMPORTANT NOTES
• Company names and product names appearing in this
document are registered trademarks or trademarks of
their respective owners.
• In this manual, company names and product names
of the respective owners are used because it is the
most practical way of describing the sounds that are
emulated using DSP technology.
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