Boss Audio Systems GT-10B User Manual

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2–3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4–5). 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.

Owner’s Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS GT-10B.

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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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• 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” sheet.

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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• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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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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• 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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• 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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• 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 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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• 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, the power-supply cord, or the plug

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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• 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 plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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• 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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• 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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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

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• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 27).

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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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• Should you remove the screw and the USB connector cap, keep them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

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• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

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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.

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• 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

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• 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.

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• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

Maintenance

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• 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.

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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

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• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

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• 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 in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer).

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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• 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.

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• 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).

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• 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.

IMPORTANT NOTES

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• Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/500H with a connection cable (stereo 1/4” phone – stereo 1/4” phone); sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

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• This product can be used to record or duplicate audio without being limited by certain technological copyprotection measures. This is due to the fact that this product is intended to be used for the purpose of producing original music, and is therefore designed so that material that does not infringe copyrights belonging to others (for example, your own original works) can be recorded or duplicated freely.

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• Do not use this unit 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 unit.

Printing Conventions and icons in This Manual

Text or numerals enclosed

in square brackets [ ]

(p.**)

Indicate buttons.

[WRITE]

Indicates information that you

should be aware of when

using the GT-10B.

Indicates supplementary

information about an

operation.

Indicates information about a

convenient operation.

Indicates a reference page.

WRITE button

About the Explanations of Procedures in the Text

• For selecting items like those shown in the screen view below, the explanations describe how to make the selection using the knobs, but you can also select the items

using [ ] and [ ] (the cursor buttons).

IMPORTANT NOTES ...............................................................................4

Main Features........................................................................................10

Names of Things and What They Do...................................................11

Front Panel................................................................................................................................................. 11

Rear Panel.................................................................................................................................................. 13

Checking the Package Contents.................................................................................................. 13

Quick Guide...........................................................................................14

Getting Ready ........................................................................................................................................... 14

Playing Sounds .........................................................................................................................................16

Editing........................................................................................................................................................ 18

Basic Operation.............................................................................................................................. 18

Creating Sounds Based on Existing Patches .............................................................................18

Creating Sounds with Ease (EZ TONE)..................................................................................... 20

Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds..............................................................22

Making the Connections.......................................................................................................................... 22

Turning on the Power.............................................................................................................................. 24

The Icons in the Play Screen ........................................................................................................ 24

Switching the Play Screen............................................................................................................ 25

Adjusting the Output Level .................................................................................................................... 25

Making Settings for a Connected Device (Output Select) .................................................................. 26

Turning Off the Power............................................................................................................................. 27

Tuning the Bass (TUNER)....................................................................................................................... 27

Turning the Tuner Function On and Off ................................................................................... 27

About the Display During Tuning ............................................................................................. 27

How to Tune .................................................................................................................................. 28

Changing the Tuner Settings (Tuner Pitch)............................................................................... 28

Changing the Tuner Settings (Tuner Out)................................................................................. 29

Selecting a Tone (Patch Change) ............................................................................................................ 30

What is a Patch?............................................................................................................................. 30

Using the Pedal to Select the Patch.............................................................................................31

Using the Dial to Select the Patch ............................................................................................... 32

Separating Patches into Groups (CATEGORY)........................................................................ 32

Adjusting a Tone ...................................................................................................................................... 32

Chapter 2 Creating Sounds (Patch Edit).............................................33

Creating Sounds with Ease (EZ TONE) ................................................................................................ 33

Creating a Tone for the Song You Envision (Create)............................................................... 33

Adjusting the Tone (Edit)............................................................................................................. 33

Setting the Effects .....................................................................................................................................34

Turning an Effect On and Off...................................................................................................... 34

Setting the Effects Simply (Quick Setting)................................................................................. 35

Switching Between Knob View and List View ......................................................................... 35

Adjusting the Parameters............................................................................................................. 36

Changing the Connection Order of Effects (Effect Chain)...................................................... 37

Using Two Different Type Effects (Channel Select)................................................................. 39

Grouping Patches by Category (CATEGORY) ......................................................................... 40

Naming User Categories (CATEGORY NAME) ...................................................................... 41

Naming a Patch (PATCH NAME) ......................................................................................................... 42

Chapter 3 Saving a Tone ......................................................................43

Saving a Patch (PATCH WRITE) ...........................................................................................................43

Copying Patches (PATCH COPY) .........................................................................................................43

Exchanging Patches (PATCH EXCHANGE)........................................................................................ 44

Initializing Patches (PATCH INITIALIZE)........................................................................................... 44

Storing Settings by Effect (User Quick Settings).................................................................................. 45

Swapping Effect Settings Between Channels .......................................................................................46

Chapter 4 Playing Sounds ...................................................................47

Setting the Functions of the Knobs of the Play Screen........................................................................ 47

Using Pedals to Control the Parameters ...............................................................................................48

Using the CTL/EXP Pedal With the Same Functions Assigned at All Times (Pedal Function)

Setting CTL/EXP Functions Individually in Each Patch (PEDAL FX) ................................. 49

Setting Each Controller Functions to Individual Patches (Assign)........................................ 51

Activating the Virtual Expression Pedal at the Start of Operations (Internal Pedal System)

Turning the Effects On and Off with the BANK/Number Pedals (Manual Mode)....................... 56

Switching to Manual Mode ......................................................................................................... 56

Switching Effects On and Off with the Pedals.......................................................................... 56

Assigning an Effect On/Off Switch to a Pedal ......................................................................... 57

Switching Settings with the Number Pedals........................................................................................ 58

Phrase Loop Play...................................................................................................................................... 59

What’s Phrase Loop? ....................................................................................................................59

Using the Phrase Loop ................................................................................................................. 59

Setting Phrase Loop ...................................................................................................................... 60

Overview of Phrase Loop Operation .........................................................................................62

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Chapter 5 Making Global Settings.......................................................63

Making Settings Matched to the Connected Bass (Input Select) ....................................................... 63

Adjusting the Overall Sound to Match the Usage Environment (Global) ....................................... 64

Adjusting the Overall Tone (Global EQ) ...................................................................................64

Controlling the Overall Effect of the Noise Suppressor (Total Noise Suppressor)............. 65

Controlling the Overall Reverb Level (Total REVERB)........................................................... 66

Setting the Output Reference Level to Match the Connected Equipment (Main Out Level)

Adjusting the Output Level of the DIGITAL OUT Jack.......................................................... 68

Switching the SUB OUTPUT Jacks Signals ...............................................................................69

Adjusting the SUB OUTPUT Jacks Level .................................................................................. 70

Adjusting the Display Contrast (LCD Contrast).................................................................................. 71

Keeping Effect Sounds Playing After Patches Are Switched (Patch Change Mode) .....................72

Using the Identical Preamp Settings in All Patches (Preamp Mode) ............................................... 73

Using the System Preamp............................................................................................................ 73

Setting the System Preamp .......................................................................................................... 73

Saving the Current Preamp Setting As the System’s Preamp Setting................................... 74

Limiting the Banks That Can Be Switched (Bank Extent) .................................................................. 75

Setting the Timing Used for Switching Patches (Bank Change Mode) ............................................ 76

Having Values from an EXP Pedal Carried Over When Patches are Called Up (EXP Pedal Hold)

Switching How the Pedal Indicators Light (Pedal Indicate).............................................................. 78

Setting the Dial Function (Dial Function) ............................................................................................. 79

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)..................................................................................... 80

Adjusting the EXP Pedal (Pedal Calibration)....................................................................................... 81

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Chapter 6

What Can You Do with MIDI? ............................................................................................................... 83

Making the Settings for MIDI Functions............................................................................................... 84

Using the GT-10B with External MIDI Devices Connected

Operating From the GT-10B ........................................................................................................ 83

Remotely Controlling the GT-10B Using an External MIDI Device ...................................... 83

Setting the MIDI Receive Channel.............................................................................................. 84

Setting the MIDI Omni Mode......................................................................................................85

Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel ........................................................................................... 85

Setting the MIDI Device ID.......................................................................................................... 85

Setting the MIDI Sync Clock........................................................................................................ 85

Sending Program Change Messages .......................................................................................... 86

Sending EXP Pedal Operations as Control Change Messages ............................................... 86

Sending EXP Pedal Sw Operations as Control Change Messages......................................... 86

Sending External EXP Pedal Operations as Control Change Messages ...............................86

Sending CTL Pedal Operations as Control Change Messages............................................... 87

Sending External Footswitch Operations as Control Change Messages ..............................87

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Setting the Correspondences Between Program Change Messages and Patches (Program Change Map)

Enabling/Disabling the Program Change Map Settings (MIDI Map Select)....................... 88

Setting the Program Change Map .............................................................................................. 88

Changing Patches Using Bank Select Messages .................................................................................. 89

Changing Patch Numbers on an External MIDI Device from the GT-10B........................... 89

Changing Patch Numbers on the GT-10B from an External MIDI Device........................... 90

Transmitting Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)........................................................... 91

Making the Connections ..............................................................................................................91

Transmitting................................................................................................................................... 92

Receiving Data from an External MIDI Device (Bulk Load).............................................................. 93

Making the Connections ..............................................................................................................93

Receiving ........................................................................................................................................ 93

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Chapter 7

Before Connecting with USB .................................................................................................................. 94

Setting the USB Functions....................................................................................................................... 96

Recording the GT-10B’s Output with a Computer.............................................................................. 98

Applying GT-10B Effects to a Computer’s Audio Playback .............................................................. 99

Using the GT-10B Connected to a Computer Via USB

Installing and Setting the USB Driver........................................................................................ 94

Exchanging MIDI Messages between the Computer and the GT-10B .................................. 94

Switching the Driver Mode ......................................................................................................... 95

Setting the Digital Audio Signal Input and Output................................................................. 96

Setting the Direct Monitor ...........................................................................................................97

Controlling the Direct Monitor Setting from a Computer ...................................................... 98

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Chapter 8 Parameters Guide..............................................................100

COMPRESSOR/LIMITER..................................................................................................................... 100

OD/DS

(Overdrive/Distortion).......................................................................................................................... 101

PREAMP .................................................................................................................................................. 102

Preamp Settings........................................................................................................................... 102

Speaker Settings .......................................................................................................................... 104

EQ (Equalizer)......................................................................................................................................... 105

FX-1/FX-2 ................................................................................................................................................ 105

T.WAH (Touch Wah).................................................................................................................. 106

AUTO WAH (Auto Wah) ..........................................................................................................106

SUB WAH..................................................................................................................................... 107

SUB COMP (Sub Compressor).................................................................................................. 107

SUB LIMITER .............................................................................................................................. 108

GRAPHIC EQ (Graphic Equalizer) .......................................................................................... 108

PARA EQ (Parametric Equalizer)............................................................................................. 108

ENHANCER ................................................................................................................................ 109

TONE MODIFY........................................................................................................................... 109

BASS SIM. (Bass Simulator)....................................................................................................... 109

SLOW GEAR................................................................................................................................ 110

DEFRETTER................................................................................................................................. 110

BASS SYNTH............................................................................................................................... 110

OCTAVE....................................................................................................................................... 111

PITCH SHIFTER.......................................................................................................................... 111

HARMONIST ..............................................................................................................................112

SOUND HOLD............................................................................................................................ 113

PHASER........................................................................................................................................ 114

FLANGER ....................................................................................................................................114

TREMOLO.................................................................................................................................... 115

ROTARY....................................................................................................................................... 115

UNI-V............................................................................................................................................ 115

PAN............................................................................................................................................... 115

SLICER.......................................................................................................................................... 116

VIBRATO...................................................................................................................................... 116

RING MOD. (Ring Modulator) ................................................................................................. 117

HUMANIZER.............................................................................................................................. 117

2X2 CHORUS............................................................................................................................... 118

SUB DELAY ................................................................................................................................. 118

DELAY ..................................................................................................................................................... 119

DELAY Common Parameters ...................................................................................................119

Pan................................................................................................................................................. 120

Dual-S, Dual-P, Dual-L/R.......................................................................................................... 120

Warp.............................................................................................................................................. 120

Modulate ...................................................................................................................................... 120

CHORUS.................................................................................................................................................. 121

REVERB ................................................................................................................................................... 121

MASTER .................................................................................................................................................. 122

MASTER ....................................................................................................................................... 122

MASTER BPM/KEY................................................................................................................... 122

PEDAL FX .................................................................................................................................... 122

ASSIGN 1–8.................................................................................................................................. 126

SEND/RETURN.......................................................................................................................... 131

AMP CONTROL .........................................................................................................................132

NS1/NS2 (Noise Suppressor) ................................................................................................... 132

CH.SELECT (Channel Select).................................................................................................... 133

EZ TONE ................................................................................................................................................. 134

STEP1: TONE............................................................................................................................... 134

STEP2: DRIVE.............................................................................................................................. 134

SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................................... 134

TUNER.......................................................................................................................................... 134

INPUT/OUTPUT........................................................................................................................ 134

PHRASE LOOP ........................................................................................................................... 135

MANUAL MODE SETTING ..................................................................................................... 136

PLAY OPTION ............................................................................................................................ 136

CONTROLLER ............................................................................................................................ 137

LCD ............................................................................................................................................... 139

MIDI .............................................................................................................................................. 139

USB................................................................................................................................................ 140

OUTPUT SELECT................................................................................................................................... 141

Appendices..........................................................................................142

Signal Flow .............................................................................................................................................. 142

MIDI Implementation Chart................................................................................................................. 143

Specifications........................................................................................................................................... 144

Error Messages........................................................................................................................................ 145

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 145

Problems with the sound ........................................................................................................... 145

Other Problems............................................................................................................................ 146

Index.....................................................................................................147

Main Features

Multi-Effects Processor Designed for Bass, Packed with the Latest Technologies

The GT-10B’s original high-performance processors put BOSS’s wealth of bass expertise in a single package.

BOSS COSM effects have been precision-tuned to fully express all of the subtle fingering nuances that are characteristic of the bass. It can truly be said that this is the definitive bass multi-effects processor.

Create Tones Intuitively with EZ TONE

The EZ TONE provides an innovative user interface that enables you to create your own tones with absolutely no special knowledge of effect parameters needed.

Sound making on the EZ TONE is truly intuitive. EZ TONE shows you the way to create the sound with both graphical icons and intuitive terms such as “SOFT” or “HARD.” Choose the basic sound you want according to the music genre, song imagery, performance-style. Then you can shape the sound by just moving the cursor on the TONE GRID toward “SOFT” or “HARD.”

Now everyone can easily create his or her own tones the instant a sonic image comes to mind.

Phrase Loop Feature

The Phrase Loop feature lets you record and play loop performances, whereby you continue adding new sounds as the loop plays.

The unit provides up to 38 seconds of recording time, which lets you switch effects as you continue to layer additional bass lines.

You can also take phrases recorded beforehand without effects and then apply the perfect tone, adding the effects as you play back the phrase.

A Wide Variety of Tones with Parallel Chain

The GT-10B includes a “Parallel Chain” function that allows you to split the “chain”—the signal path—into two independent chains, with full freedom to arrange effects in each chain in any order you want.

This feature also enables you to change the relative balance of sounds from the two chains according to volume or pitch, and provides you with even greater precision in creating tones.

Works Like a Compact Effects Processor

Operating the GT-10B is like using compact effects processors. It’s easy to make super-fast tone adjustments, even in the middle of live performances. Just select an effects type, then directly adjust the four optimal parameters with the front-panel knobs. Of course, you can also switch the display to show all effect parameters to create tones with even more exacting detail.

Equipped with XLR Balanced Output Jacks

The GT-10B features two XLR type output jacks, enabling you to connect to PAs and recording decks.

High-Visibility Indicators

Foot pedal indicators and other lights all utilize brightly lit LEDs. Clearly visible in any situation, whether it be in a live outdoor concert or up on a pitch-black stage, these indicators help ensure accurate operation.

Names of Things and What They Do

Front Panel

Display

Various information about the GT-10B is shown here. The display screen on the left side shows the bank number.

OUTPUT LEVEL Knob

This adjusts the volume level at the OUTPUT jack and the PHONES jack.

OUTPUT SELECT Button

This adjusts the characteristics of the output from the GT10B to match the type of equipment that is connected (p. 26).

SYSTEM Button

This makes global settings mainly, for the GT-10B (p. 63).

EZ TONE

CREATE Button

This makes it easy to create tones based on the musical genre and the feel of the song you have in mind (p. 33).

EDIT Button

This provides a simple way to modify tones (p. 33).

Parameter Knobs P1 Through P4

These change the values of the parameter shown on the display.

Dial

This switches patches and modifies values.

[ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] (Cursor Buttons)

These move the onscreen cursor up, down, or to the left or right.

10 11

13 14

PHRASE LOOP

ON / OFF

BPM

EFFECTS SELECT

Use these buttons to switch effects on or off, or to change their settings (p. 34). When an effect is switched on, the button’s indicator lights up; the indicator goes out when the effect is off.

* [MASTER/PEDAL FX] does not light up.

COMP (Compressor) Button

OD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion) Button

PREAMP Button

EQ (Equalizer) Button

FX-1 Button

FX-2 Button

DELAY Button

CHORUS Button

REVERB Button

MASTER/PEDAL FX (Master/Pedal Effect) Button

SELECT Button

These switch between the A and B channels for the Effects.

10.

DISPLAY MODE Button

Allows you to change the way things are shown in the display (p. 25).

11.

EXIT Button

Use this to go back to the previous screen or to cancel an operation.

Names of Things and What They Do

12.

CATEGORY/ENTER Button

Use this button for the following operations:

• When executing an operation

• When selecting patches arranged by category (p. 32)

• When doing tap input for MASTER BPM (p. 122) or Delay Time (p. 119)

13.

TUNER/BYPASS Button

Press to use the tuner features (p. 27).

14.

WRITE Button

Use this to store patch settings in memory, or to replace or copy settings (p. 43).

15.

BANK Pedals

Use these when switching patch banks (p. 31) or performing operations with phrase loops (p. 59).

You can switch a phrase loop on or off by depressing the two BANK pedals

at the same time (

16.

PHRASE LOOP (p. 59)

REC/DUB (Recording/Overdubbing) Indicator

This lights steadily when you’re recording or overdubbing a phrase, and flashes during recording standby.

PLAY Indicator

This lights up while phrase playback is in progress.

p. 59

17.

Number Pedals 1 through 4

These switch the patch number (p. 31).

18.

CTL (Control) Pedals 1 and 2

These can be used to control a variety of functions you assign, such as the A and B channels for the PREAMP (p.

102) or switching the Tuner on or off (p. 48).

19.

EXP (Expression) Pedal

Controls volume, wah, and other parameters (p. 48).

When operating the EXP Pedal, be careful not to get your fingers pinched between the movable part and the panel. In places with small children, an adult should provide supervision and guidance until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

When “EXP1” is shown in the display for a parameter, indicates the GT10B’s EXP pedal.

20.

EXP PEDAL SW (EXP Pedal Switch)

The switch is turned on or off by firmly pressing on the toe of the EXP Pedal.

21.

EXP PEDAL SW ON/OFF

(EXP Pedal Switch On/Off) Indicator

This lights up when the feature controlled by the EXP PEDAL SW is on and goes out when the controlled feature is off.

Rear Panel

Names of Things and What They Do

SUB OUTPUT Jacks L, R

These balanced output jacks use XLR type connectors.

GND LIFT Switch

You can disconnect the SUB OUTPUT jacks’ No. 1 pin from the GT-10B’s ground.

Switch this to LIFT if a ground loop or similar problem is causing output of hum or noise. Normally, this is set to GND.

INPUT Jack

The bass is connected here.

OUTPUT Jacks L/MONO, R

Connect to your amp, mixer, or such device.

PHONES Jack

Connect headphones here.

Tonal adjustments for monitoring are applied when headphones are connected to the PHONES jack.

EXT LOOP SEND RETURN Jacks

Connect to external effects processor or amp.

AMP CONTROL Jack

When using the AMP CONTROL function (p. 132), connect to the jack used for switching bass amp channels.

EXP PEDAL 2/CTL 3, 4 Jack

Connect an optional expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5) or footswitch (such as the BOSS FS-6) here (p. 22).

USB Connector

Use a USB cable to connect a computer to this connector and enable exchange of data between the GT-10B and the computer (p. 94).

10.

DIGITAL OUT Jack

Outputs digital audio signals (p. 68).

11.

MIDI IN/OUT Connectors

Connect an external MIDI device to these connectors to transmit and receive MIDI messages (p. 83).

12.

POWER Switch

Turns the power on and off.

13.

DC IN (AC Adaptor) Jack

Connect the included AC adaptor here.

* To prevent damaging the GT-10B, please be sure not to use

any AC adaptor other than the one included with the GT-10B.

14.

Cord Hook

Hook the AC adaptor cord here to prevent the adaptor plug from being disconnected (p. 22).

* Disconnecting the AC adaptor while the GT-10B is in use may

result in corruption of important data.

15.

Security Slot ( )

Connect a commercially available anti-theft security cable here.

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16.

Grounding Terminal

Connect the ground cable here.

Before using the grounding terminal, carefully read the sections entitled: Notes in the “Making the Connections” (p. 23).

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Checking the Package Contents

The GT-10B comes with the following items. After opening the package, please check all items. If any items are missing, please contact the retailer from whom this product was purchased.

• GT-10B

• AC Adaptor (Roland PSB-1U)

• Owner’s Manual (This document)

• Roland Service (Information Sheet)

Quick Guide

The Quick Guide describes required settings and basic operations. For detailed descriptions of operations, refer to the explanations in chapter 1 and after.

Getting Ready

Connect the bass and the bass amp.

For detailed information on how to make the connections, refer to “Making the Connections” (p. 22).

Once the connections have been completed, 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.

Connect the Bass and Amp

Before turning on the power, confirm the following.

Bass Amp

Bass

Turn On the Power

Plug the AC adaptor into a power outlet.

• Are all external devices properly connected?

• Is the volume on the GT-10B, your amp, and all other connected devices turned down to the minimum level?

Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all connected devices.

Insert the DC plug on the AC adaptor into the DC IN jack on the GT-10B.

Use the POWER switch to switch on the power.

Power up the bass amp.

For information on how to switch off the power, refer to “Turning Off the Power” (p. 27).

OUTPUT

External Effector

Bass Amp

Bass

INPUT

Adjust the Volume

Quick Guide

Examples of Connections Using the SEND/RETURN Jacks

Quick Guide

Use the OUTPUT LEVEL knob to adjust the volume level.

PHRASE LOOP

ON / OFF

BPM

Example 1: Using an External Effects Unit

This enables use as one of the GT-10B’s effects.

Example 2: Using Send and Return on the

bass Amp

This allows you to switch between use of the GT-10B and the bass amp’s preamp.

Tune the Bass

Each press of the TUNER/BYPASS button switches the Tuner feature on or off.

Switching on the Tuner feature enables direct output of input sounds (bypass), and lets you tune the bass while in this state. For more information, refer to “Tuning the Bass (TUNER)” (p. 27).

Bass Amp Bass

SEND

INPUT

* When you’re making connections using the SEND/

RETURN jacks, you also need to make settings for the “SEND/RETURN” (p. 131).

RETURN

Quick Guide

Playing Sounds

Once you’ve finished getting ready to play, try playing sounds as you operate the GT-10B.

About the Bank and Number Display

Choosing a Patch in the Current Bank

Choose the patch you want to use by depressing the corresponding number pedal.

The display on the left side shows the bank, and the display on the right side shows the bank and patch number.

Bank Number

User Bank

Preset Bank

The indicator for the number pedal you pressed lights up and the patch is switched.

Choosing a Patch in a Different Bank

Press the BANK pedals to select the desired bank.

The GT-10B stands by for specification of the patch number, and the number pedal indicators blink.

Choose the patch you want to use by depressing the corresponding number pedal.

The indicator for the number pedal you pressed lights up and the patch is switched.

If you’re not at the Play screen (p. 24), you won’t be able to switch patches. Press the [EXIT] button to go back to the Play screen, then choose the patch.

What is a Patch?

A combination (or set) of effects together with a group of parameter settings is called a “patch.”

The GT-10B can store 400 different patches in memory, organized by bank and number as shown below.

User Bank 01

BPM

Preset Bank 50

Preset Bank 01

User Bank 50

You can also use the BANK pedals to operate the Phrase Loop feature. Phrase Loop is a feature that lets you record a performance and play it back as a loop. For more information, refer to “Phrase Loop Play” (p. 59).

Patches include User patches, which you can use to save the settings for newly created effects, and Preset patches, for which modified settings cannot be saved.

For more information, refer to “Selecting a Tone (Patch Change)” (p. 30).

Switch the Patch with the Dial

When you’re at the Play screen (p. 24), turning the dial switches the patch.

Quick Guide

Working with Effects Using the Pedals

The EXP Pedal and the CTL 1 and 2 pedals can be set to use in switching effects on or off for individual patches, use as a volume pedal, and other such operations.

PHRASE LOOP

ON / OFF

BPM

Executing these operations during a performance lets you modify the sound more effectively.

Press the CTL 1 pedal.

The CTL1 pedal function is switched on. (The indicator for the CTL 1 pedal lights up.) Press a second time to switch off. (The indicator for the CTL 1 pedal goes out.)

Press the CTL 2 pedal.

The CTL2 pedal function is switched on. (The indicator for the CTL 2 pedal lights up.) Press a second time to switch off. (The indicator for the CTL 2 pedal goes out.)

Press the toe of the EXP Pedal.

The EXP Pedal value rises.

Press the heel of the EXP Pedal.

The EXP Pedal value decreases.

Press the toe of the EXP Pedal firmly.

The EXP PEDAL SW function is switched on. (The EXP PEDAL SW ON/OFF indicator lights up.) Press firmly a second time to switch off. (The EXP PEDAL SW ON/OFF indicator goes out.)

You can assign the parameters you want to the EXP Pedal, EXP PEDAL SW and the CTL 1 and 2 pedals and operate them accordingly. For more information, refer to “Using Pedals to Control the Parameters” (p. 48).”

Quick Guide

Editing

Basic Operation

This describes the basic operations you use when editing settings.

Access the System Menu screen.

Choose the menu item.

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The setting screen for the selected item appears.

* In this example, "PATCH EDIT" icon is selected.

Buttons and Knobs You Use

These set the parameter value.

· Changes the page.

This displays the System Menu.

Sets the parameter value.

· Chooses an item.

This confirms the selected item.

BPM

This quits making settings.

Creating Sounds Based on Existing Patches

Let’s try creating a new sound based on a patch whose sound is close to what you want to make.

Switching Effects On and Off

Choose a patch whose sound is close to the sound you want to create (p. 16).

Buttons and Knobs You Use

These set the parameter value.

These choose the effect.

Choose the effect you want to switch on or off.

For more information about each parameter, refer to “Chapter 8 Parameters Guide” (p. 100).

Again press the button you pressed in step 2.

The effect is switched on or off.

Effect on: button illuminated

Effect off: button extinguished

BPM

Quick Guide

Choose the menu item.

* Depending on the choosing item in Step 2, this screen may not appear.

The setting screen

for the selected item appears.

Example 2

Change the parameter

settings.

Example 1

Only the major parameters are shown in Knob View, you can adjust the parameters quickly. If you want to have all parameters appear, switch to List View.

Quit the settings.

(Go back to the previous screen.)

Each press this button switches between Knob View and List View.

Adjusting Effect Parameters

Switch on the effect you want to adjust.

If you switch patches, all settings that have been made will be lost. To save the sound you’ve created, carry out the Write procedure (p. 43).

Adjust the parameters for the effect.

For more information about each parameter, refer to “Chapter 8 Parameters Guide” (p. 100).

Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you obtain the sound you want.

Quick Guide

Creating Sounds with Ease (EZ TONE)

Using the EZ Tone feature (p. 33) lets you quickly find settings close to the musical genre and feel of the song you want to create, and enables you to create the sound easily. Let’s try creating sounds using EZ Tone.

Use the basic tones and variations to choose the musical genre and the feel of the song.

Choose the Basic Tone

Variations

Basic Tones

For more information about each parameter, refer to “STEP1: TONE” (p. 134).

Buttons and Knobs You Use

These change the page.

This starts the EZ Tone feature.

BPM

These set the parameter values.

Quick Guide

Using Tone Grid, adjust the distortion or compression until you get the sound you want.

Adjust the Distortion/Compression

Distortion/Compression:

Soft

Tone: Smooth

Tone: Edge

Cursor movement

Distortion/Compression:

Hard

Horizontal Vertical

Cursor movement

If you switch patches, you’ll lose all the settings you’ve made. To save the sound you’ve created, carry out the Write procedure (p. 43).

You can take parameters you’ve adjusted with EZ TONE CREATE and fine-tune them further using EZ TONE EDIT or parameter operations. For more information, refer to “Adjusting the Tone (Edit)” (p. 33).

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INPUT OUTPUT

OUT IN

Mixer

Bass Amp

Stereo

Headphone

External EffectorBass Computer

MIDI Sequencer

AC Adaptor

(PSB-1U)

Digital Recorder etc.

Expression Pedal (Roland EV-5, etc.)

Footswitch (BOSS FS-6, etc.)

Making the Connections

Connecting Directly to a Recording Mixer or PA Mixer (XLR Balanced Output)

The GT-10B features balanced outputs that utilize SUB OUTPUT jacks (XLR connectors). Although direct boxes are generally used to connect bass (effects processor) outputs to mixers in concert halls and recording studios, you can connect the GT-10B directly to the mixer, which lets you avoid degradations in the sound quality, as well as any additional problems that might occur as the result of connecting multiple devices.

• The SUB OUTPUT level cannot be adjusted with the OUTPUT LEVEL knob.

• The OUTPUT SELECT function (p. 26) affects sounds from the OUTPUT jacks. The output from the SUB OUTPUT jacks will always be equivalent to the sound that is output when the LINE/PHONES setting is used.

•

BOSS FS-6

PCS-31 cable

To CTL3,4 jack To CTL3,4 jack To CTL3,4 jack

White Red White Red

BOSS FS-5U

(CTL3)

BOSS

FS-5U

(CTL4)

(CTL3) (CTL4)

(CTL4) (CTL3)

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.

• Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all connected devices.

• When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the INPUT jack may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

• When outputting in mono, connect the cable to the OUTPUT L/MONO jack.

• Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-500L; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

• Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as basses. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. Unsuitable places for connection

· Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

· Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

· Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

• Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

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• When connecting an expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL2/CTL 3,4 jack, set the minimum volume for the connected expression pedal to the “MIN” position.

• When connecting a BOSS FS-6 footswitch (optional) to the EXP PEDAL 2/CTL 3,4 jack, set the MODE switch and POLARITY switch as shown below.

Chapter

• When connecting a BOSS FS-5U footswitch (optional) to the EXP PEDAL 2/CTL 3,4 jack, set the POLARITY switch as shown below.

Porarity Switch

• You can use the special (optional Roland) PCS-31 connector cord to connect two footswitches.

• When a BOSS FS-6 footswitch (optional) is connected to the CTL3,4 jack with an optional connection cable (stereo 1/4” phone – stereo 1/4” phone), pedal switch B operates according to the CONTROL 3 settings, and pedal switch A operates according to the CONTROL 4 settings.

AC Adaptor

Indicator

• To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.

• This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR) type connectors. Wiring diagrams for these connectors are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

Power Cord

AC Outlet

•

When using the unit with an expression pedal or a footswitch (the optional FS-6 or FS-5U) connected to the EXP PEDAL 2/CTL 3,4 jack, make the settings given on “Using Pedals to Control the Parameters” (p. 48).

• For more on using the AMP CONTROL jack, refer to “AMP CONTROL” (p. 132).

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Turning on the Power

Before turning on the power, confirm the following.

• Are all external devices properly connected?

• Is the volume on the GT-10B, your amp, and all other connected devices turned down to the minimum level?

• Upon power-up, the patch most recently

The display changes, showing the following.

pears at this point is called the “

Play screen

The screen that ap-

.”

Turn on the power to any external effects processors → the bass amp (power amp).

selected when the power was last turned off is selected.

• 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.

• 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.

The Icons in the Play Screen

Master BPM

Bank - Patch Number

Category Name

Patch Name

Displays the Master BPM (p. 122) value for each patch.

When the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Single, effect channel A is selected. Also, this is displayed when the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Dynamic B.

When the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Single, effect channel B is selected. Also, this is displayed when the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Dynamic A.

This is displayed when the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Dual Mix, Dual L/R, or Freq Divide. When the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Dynamic A or Dynamic B, it is displayed according to the input level.

OUTPUT SELECT setting

Effect Channel

PREAMP Solo Sw

For details on the OUTPUT SELECT icons, refer to “Making Settings for a Connected Device (Output Select)” (p. 26).

When the Effect Ch.Mode is set to Dynamic, the display switches between A and B according to the input level.

This is displayed when the PREAMP Solo Sw is Off.

This is displayed when the PREAMP Solo Sw is On.

The “S” icon is not shown if the selected amp type doesn’t have the Solo Sw parameter.

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* About the S icon and A icon displayed at the Screen 4 and 5.

The S icon displays when the Pedal Function is enabled (p. 48).

The A icon displays when the Patch Assign Function is enabled (p. 51).

Switching the Play Screen

The GT-10B has a variety of Play screen variations. You can switch the information shown in the Play screen by pressing .

• You can use the PARAMETER knobs 1 through 4 to work with the values of the parameters displayed at the bottom of the Play screen. Also, for each parameter, you can change the corresponding assignment at the SYS KNOB ASSIGN screen (p. 47).

• The parameter name displayed at the each Play screen is abbreviated. For details about parameter names, refer to “Parameters You Can Set with PDL:CTL/EXP” (p. 125) or “Display of Parameters You Can Set with SYS KNOB SETTING” (p. 138).

Chapter

Screen 1

This displays the name of the patch and the parameters you can work with using the PARAMETER 1 through 4 controls.

Screen 4

This screen displays the functions assigned to CTL 1 and 2, the EXP PEDAL SW, and the EXP Pedal.

Screen 2

This screen displays the effect channel level and the preamp that’s in use.

Screen 5

This screen displays the functions assigned to the Number Pedal Switch, CTL 3 and 4, the external expression pedal (EXP PEDAL2).

Screen 3

This screen displays the effect channel mode and the effect channel level.

Screen 6

This is the screen shown when you’re in Manual mode (p. 56). Manual mode is enabled only while this screen is displayed. Pressing [CATEGORY/ENTER] in this screen allows you to make settings for MANUAL MODE SETTING.

Screen 7

The effects used, as well as their connection sequence (CHAIN) in a channel is indicated.

Adjusting the Output Level

Adjust the GT-10B’s output level with the OUTPUT LEVEL knob.

Screen 8

The patch name and the output level meter are displayed.

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Making Settings for a Connected Device (Output Select)

Select the type of device connected to the OUTPUT jack.

• To derive the maximum performance from the GT-10B, be sure to make the correct setting for OUTPUT SELECT, the one that’s most suitable for your setup.

• The OUTPUT SELECT function affects sounds from the OUTPUT jacks. The output from the SUB OUTPUT jacks will always be equivalent to the sound that is output when the LINE/PHONES setting is used.

• If the headphones are connected to the PHONES jack, the output from OUTPUT jack and PHONES jack will be equivalent to the sound that is output when the LINE/PHONES setting is used.

The OUTPUT SELECT screen appears.

Value

Patch

System This uses the system’s Output Select setting. The same output setting is used for all patches.

Value

AMP WITH TWEETER

AMP NO TWEETER

Move the cursor to Mode.

Set the Mode.

Explanation

This uses the patch’s Output Select setting. You can use a different output setting for each individual patch.

Move the cursor to Select.

Choose the operation for the Select parameter.

Explanation Icon displayed on

Use this setting when connecting to a tweeter-equipped bass amp.

Use this setting when connecting to a bass amp that has no tweeter. The high-frequency range is adjusted.

the Play screen

LINE/PHONES

Use this setting when connecting to a multi-track recorder for recording or when using headphones.

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Turning Off the Power

Before turning off the power, confirm the following.

• Is the volume on the GT-10B, your amp, and all other connected devices turned down to the minimum level?

• Have you saved any patches containing settings that have been changed? (p. 43)

Turn off the power to the bass amp (power amp) → any external effects processors and other devices.

Chapter

Turn the GT-10B’s power off.

Changes in patch settings are lost when the power is turned off. If you want to save changes in the settings, carry out the Write procedure (p. 43) before turning off the power.

Tuning the Bass (TUNER)

When the Tuner is turned on, sounds input to the GT-10B are output directly as is (bypassed), and the tuner is activated.

Under these conditions you can then tune your bass.

Turning the Tuner Function On and Off

About the Display During Tuning

With the GT-10B’s internal tuner, the Note Name and the Tuning Guide are shown of the display, indicating the difference between the input sound and the sound in the display.

The tuner is switched on or off.

Note Name

Tuning Guide

When the difference from the correct pitch falls within 50 cents, the Tuning Guide then indicates the size of that difference. As you watch the Tuning Guide, tuning until the center indicator lights up.

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Too High

Tuned

Too Low

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• General Four-String Bass

• General Five-String Bass

• General Six-String Bass

4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Regular E A D G

1/2 Step Down

DGC



1 Step Down D G C F

5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Regular B E A D G

1/2 Step Down

ADGCF



1 Step Down A D G C F

6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Regular B E A D G C

1/2 Step Down

ADGCF



1 Step Down A D G C F



How to Tune

Play a single open note on the string being tuned.

Tune the string until the string name appears in the display.

Keep checking the Tuning Guide, tuning until the center indicator lights up.

The Note Name closest to the pitch of the string that was played appears in the display.

Only play a single note on the one string being tuned.

Repeat Steps 1–3 until all of the strings are tuned.

Changing the Tuner Settings (Tuner Pitch)

Range

435Hz–445Hz

Turn on the Tuner.

Move the cursor to PITCH.

Change the reference pitch.

Explanation

This sets the reference pitch.

• The frequency of A4 (the middle A on a piano keyboard) played by an instrument (such as a piano) that provides the pitch to which the other instruments refer in tuning before a performance begins is called the reference pitch.

• This is set to 440 Hz when shipped from the factory.

Changing the Tuner Settings (Tuner Out)

TUNER

Effector

Off

TUNER

Switch

TUNER

OUTPUT

EXP

Pedal

Mute

Bypass

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Turn on the Tuner.

Move the cursor to OUTPUT.

Select the output while Tuner is on.

Value

Bypass

Mute Sounds are muted, and no sound is output.

Explanation

Sounds input to the GT-10B bypass the processing and are output directly as is.

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• When OUTPUT is set to “Bypass,” and Tuner is set to ON, you can adjust the volume of the direct sound by operating the EXP Pedal.

• OUTPUT is set to “Bypass” when shipped from the factory.

Switching the Tuner On and Off with the CTL Pedal

By setting the CTL Pedal function (p. 48) to “Tuner,” you can switch the tuner on and off with one of the CTL pedals.

Switching the Tuner On and Off by Lifting Up on the EXP Pedal

When the EXP Pedal is functioning as a Foot Volume control, set one of the ASSIGN 1–8 Assign Variable settings (p. 51) as follows.

With these setting, you can switch on the Tuner by drawing back the EXP Pedal.

Target: Tuner Sw Src Mode: Moment

Min: On ActRngLo: 0

Max: Off ActRngHi: 1

Source: EXP1 PEDAL

Switching the Tuner On and Off with the Number Pedal

Set the Num Pdl Sw function (p. 58) to Tuner to switch the tuner on and off with the number pedal of the current patch.

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Selecting a Tone (Patch Change)

What is a Patch?

A combination (or set) of effects together with a group of parameter settings is called a “patch.”

The GT-10B can store 400 different patches in memory, organized by bank and number as shown below.

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Preset Bank 50

Preset Bank 01

User Bank 50

User Bank 01

User Banks (U01–U50)

Newly created effects settings are saved in the User banks. Patches in these banks are called “User patches.”

A “U” appears in the display when a User patch is selected.

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Preset Banks (P01–P50)

The Preset banks contain effect settings that make full use of the features the GT-10B has to offer. The patches in these banks are called “Preset patches.” When you change the settings of a Preset patch, save the result as a User patch. Preset patches cannot be overwritten.

A “P” appears in the display when a Preset patch is selected.

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