Korg Kross Operation Guide

About this manual

Thank you for purchasing the Korg KROSS SYNTHESIZER WORKSTATION. To help you get the most out of your new instrument, please read.

The manuals and how to use them

The KROSS comes with the following manuals.

• Quick Start Guide (printed)

The manuals listed below can be downloaded from the Korg website.

• Operation Guide (PDF) (this document)

• Parameter Guide (PDF)

• Voice Name List (PDF)

• Quick Start Guide (PDF)

You can also watch video manuals on the Korg website.

• Video manual

http://www.korg.com/

Quick Start Guide

This provides a simple explanation of the KROSS’s functions. To begin, please read the Quick Start Guide.

Operation Guide (this document)

Put simply, the Operation Guide is designed to answer the question, “How do I do this?”

It explains the names and functions of each part of the KROSS, basic operation, an overview of each mode, how to edit sounds, record on the sequencer, and so on. This guide also explains the basics of effects, the Arpeggiator, Drum Track, and Drum Kits.

Finally, it also contains a troubleshooting guide as well as supplemental information such as a list of specifications.

Conventions in this manual

References to the KROSS

The KROSS is available in 88-key, and 61-key models. The manuals refer to all models without distinction as “the KROSS.”

Abbreviations for the manuals: PG

In the documentation, references to the manuals are abbreviated as follows.

PG: Parameter Guide

Symbols , , Note, Tips

These symbols respectively indicate a caution, a MIDI-related explanation, a supplementary note, or a tip.

Example screen displays

The parameter values shown in the example screens of this manual are only for explanatory purposes, and may not necessary match the values that appear on the LCD screen of your instrument.

MIDI-related explanations

CC# is an abbreviation for Control Change Number.

In explanations of MIDI messages, numbers in square brackets [ ] always indicate hexadecimal numbers.

Parameter Guide

The Parameter Guide is designed to answer the question, “What does this do?”

Organized by mode and page, the Parameter Guide includes information on each and every parameter in the KROSS.

Voice Name List

The Voice Name List lists all of the sounds and setups that are in the KROSS when it is shipped from the factory, including Programs, Combinations, Multisamples, Drumsamples, Drum Kits, Arpeggio Patterns, Drum Track Patterns, Demo Songs, and Template Songs.

PDF versions

The KROSS PDF manuals are designed for easy navigation and searching. They include extensive PDF contents information, which generally appears on the side of the window in your PDF reader and lets you jump quickly to a specific section. All cross-references are hyper-links, so that clicking on them automatically takes you to the source of the reference.

Video Manual

This video illustrates the main functionality of the KROSS.

What is ?

(Resonant structure and Electronic circuit Modeling

System) is Korg’s proprietary technology for digitally

recreating the numerous factors that produce and influence a sound, ranging from the sound-production mechanisms of acoustic instruments and electric/electronic musical instruments, to the resonances of an instrument body or speaker cabinet, the sound field in which the instrument is played, the propagation route of the sound, the electrical and acoustic response of mics and speakers, and the changes produced by vacuum tubes and transistors.

* All product names and company names are the trademarks

or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

About this manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

Introduction to the KROSS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Front and rear panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Items in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Basic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

About the KROSS’s modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Turning the power on/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Turning the power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

An overview of the edit pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Basic oscillator settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Creating time-varying changes (LFO and EG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Diverse modulation settings (AMS and AMS mixer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Controlling Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Using Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using the Amp section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Making controller assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Arpeggiator settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Drum Track settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Using the step sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Automatically importing a Program into Sequence mode . . . . . . . . . . .44

Playing and editing Combinations . . . . . . . 45

Playing combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Selecting Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Combination categories and numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using controllers to modify the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Performing with the arpeggiator, drum track or step sequencer . . . . .46

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting foot controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using an SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Connecting the KROSS to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Connecting MIDI devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing and editing Programs . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Selecting Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Program categories and numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Performing with the arpeggiator, drum track or step sequencer. . . . . 28

Quick Layer/Split function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Quick Layer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Quick Split . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Combination settings made by Quick Layer/Split . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Easy program editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Tone Adjust and EG Adjust functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Adjusting the volume balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using REALTIME CONTROLS to adjust the sound or effects . . . . . . . . . . 32

Comparing the unedited sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Saving your edits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Detailed Editing with Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Before you start editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Editing a combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Summary of the edit pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

A suggested approach for editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Comparing with the sound before you started editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Changing the program of each timbre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Adjusting the mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Using the Tone Adjust and EG Adjust functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Saving a Combination you’ve edited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Using REALTIME CONTROLS to adjust the sound or effects . . . . . . . . . .49

Layers, Splits, and Velocity Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Status settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

MIDI settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Changing the program settings to match the combination. . . . . . . . . . 51

Arpeggiator settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Drum Track settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Using the step sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Automatically importing a combination into Sequence mode . . . . . . . 52

Favorites function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

What is the Favorites function? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using the Favorites function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Recalling a favorite sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Registering a sound in Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Convenient ways to use favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Specifying a program change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Saving your Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

About the KROSS’s Sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Sequencer mode structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Playing back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Playback methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Preparations for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Recording MIDI in real time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Performing with the arpeggiator drum track or step sequencer. . . . . .62

Recording your pad sampler performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Recording System Exclusive events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Song editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Saving your MIDI song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Drum Track function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Performing with the Drum Track function . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Using the Drum Track function in Program mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Using the Drum Track function in Combination mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Drum Track function settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Drum Track function settings in Program mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Drum Track function settings in Combination mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Drum Track function settings in Sequencer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Synchronizing the Drum Track function . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

The Trigger “Sync” parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Synchronization with song stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Slave operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Master operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Step sequencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Performing with the step sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Playback and settings in Program mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Step sequencer settings in Combination mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Step sequencer settings in Sequencer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Using the step sequencer with Favorites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Using Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

An overview of the KROSS’s effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Effect I/O. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Effects in each mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Routing and effect settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Effect settings for a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Effect settings for a combination or song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Effect settings for audio input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Dynamic modulation (Dmod). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Arpeggiator function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Using the arpeggiator while you play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Using the arpeggiator in Program mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Arpeggio pattern selection and operation settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Using the arpeggiator in Combination mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Arpeggiator settings in Combination and Sequencer modes . . . . . . . . 76

Linking the arpeggiator to programs or combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Creating a user arpeggio pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

About user arpeggio patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Editing a user arpeggio pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Regarding arpeggiator synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

“Key Sync.” parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Synchronizing the step sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Pad Sampler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Performing with the pad sampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Recording samples (sampling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Editing a sample . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Playing samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

MIDI transmission and reception for the pad sampler function. . . . . . 97

Using samples in other ways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Exporting a sample. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Audio recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

An overview of the audio recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

About the audio recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

AUDIO RECORDER SETUP window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Recording and playing audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Recording the performance of the KROSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Recording external audio input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Playing back an audio song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Multi-track recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Preparing a new audio song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Convenient functions for playback and recording. . . . 104

Returning to the state before or after recording (Undo/Redo). . . . . . 104

Specifying how recording will start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

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Loop playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Pad audio play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Importing or exporting WAVE files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Adjusting the volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

SD card-related messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Pad audio play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Performing with the pad audio play function. . . . . . . . 109

Specifying an audio song and assigning the song to a pad. . . . . . . . . 109

Using the pads to play back audio songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Using Drum Kits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Drum Kit Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Before you start editing… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Editing a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Overall settings for the KROSS, and saving/

loading data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Problems at start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

Basic operation (screen and functions). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

Audio output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

Audio input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Programs and Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

Arpeggiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Drum Track function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Drum Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Step sequencer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Pad sampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Audio recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

MIDI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Damper pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Connections with a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Error and confirmation messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Operating requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

How Global/Media mode is organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Global setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Basic settings for the KROSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

MIDI settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Pedal and other controller settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Creating and selecting scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Data used by the KROSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Saving data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Saving data on the KROSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Writing to internal memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Editing names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Saving to SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Loading data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Data that can be loaded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Loading data from SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Media utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

Formatting SD card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Setting the current time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

MIDI Implementation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Restoring the factory settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Loading the preloaded data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Initializing the user bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Initializing the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Updating the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

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KROSS 61-key

* The battery compartment of the KROSS 61-key is located on the bottom panel.

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KROSS 88-key

Front and rear panels

Front panel

1. Keyboard

The KROSS 61-key has a 61-note keyboard (velocity sensitive, aftertouch not supported). The KROSS 88-key has a 88-note natural weighted hammeraction (NH) keyboard (velocity sensitive, aftertouch not supported).

When playing these keyboards, your playing strength (velocity) can affect aspects of the sound such as the volume and the EG speed, allowing you to vary the character of the attack. (see pages 31 and 43)

You can also set keyboard tracking settings so that the sound will change as you move across the keyboard, for example by becoming brighter as you play higher notes. (see page 42)

2. Controllers

SW1, SW2 buttons

You can assign various functions to the SW1 and SW2 buttons for each program, combination, or song. You can use these buttons to control program parameters via AMS (Alternate Modulation), or effect parameters via Dmod (Dynamic Modulation). They can also transpose the keyboard by octaves, turn portamento on/off, or lock the Pitch Bend position.

Each button can work as either a

Toggle

In and off each time the button is pressed. In the assigned function is active on only as long as you hold down the button.

In Program mode, you can check the assignments of SW1 and SW2 on the PROG> MAIN page. For details, please see “SW (Switch assignment) information” on page 28. When you write a Program or Combination, the on/off status of the SW1 and SW2 buttons is saved. Please see “Setting the functions of SW1 and SW2” on page 44.

Pitch bend wheel (left)

Move this wheel forward or backward to control the pitch. The center is the normal position, where there is no pitch change. When you take your hand off of the pitch bend wheel, it will return to the center position. The amount of pitch change can be specified individually for each program’s oscillator, combination timbre, and song track. You can also use the pitch bend lock function of the SW1 or SW2 buttons to lock the pitch so that it will stay at the position of the wheel immediately before the button was released.

Modulation wheel (right)

Move this wheel away from yourself to control various program parameters or effect parameters. If the wheel is moved all the way

Toggle

Momentary

mode, the assigned function is switched between on

Momentary

button.

mode,

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toward yourself, the effect will be zero. The modulation wheel will stay in its position when you release it, and the effect will continue. The function that is controlled by the wheel is assigned by the program parameters or effect parameters. Although different effects are assigned for different programs and combinations, a vibrato effect which cyclically varies the pitch is typically assigned to the modulation wheel.

3. VOLUME knob

This knob adjusts the volume of the OUTPUT L/MONO, R outputs, as well as the volume of the headphone jack. (see page 17)

4. ARP (Arpeggiator) button

This button turns the arpeggiator on/off. The button will be lit up if the arpeggiator is on. (see page 73)

5. DRUM TRACK button

This button turns the Drum Track function on or off. This button also indicates the operating state of the drum track. Unlit: off, Blinking: waiting for trigger, Lit: on (see page 83)

6. REALTIME CONTROLS

When you're playing a program or combination,you can use these to adjust the sound or the effects, or to make simple edits. Here you can also turn the external audio input on/off, adjust the vocoder function, and adjust the tempo of the arpeggiator or sequencer.

For details on operating each parameter and on saving your changes, see PG p.311.

Note:

REALTIME CONTROLS can be used when the SELECT

LED is lit. They cannot be used when the LED is unlit.

the program etc., the program-related knob values are reset to the center position.

Tips:

When you operate a knob, the function and value that you operated are shown. After a time, you return to the previous page or window.

Note:

Display indications return to the previous page or window

after a certain time has passed.

7. Modes

Press one of these buttons to enter the corresponding mode. The KROSS has four operating modes. The currently selected mode button will be lit up. (see “Selecting modes” on page 12)

PROG button

This button selects Program mode. Programs are basic sounds; in Program mode you can play and edit programs.

COMBI button

This button selects Combination mode. Combinations are sets of programs with split or layer settings; you can use a combination to create sounds that are more complex than a program. In Combination mode you can play and edit combinations.

SEQ button ( )

This button selects Sequencer mode. In this mode you can record, play, and edit MIDI songs.

By pressing the EXIT button ( ) and the SEQ button ( ), selects Global/Media mode. In this mode you can adjust overall settings for the KROSS, edit drum kits and arpeggio patterns, and save or load data using an SD card.

8. CATEGORY dial, LED

Use this dial to select the sound category of the program or combination.

SELECT button, SELECT LED

This selects the functions that are controlled by the SWITCH button, KNOB 1 button, and KNOB 2 button. Each time you press the button, the functions being controlled are switched, and the SELECT LED is lit. The functions controlled by the SELECT button are saved for each program, combination, or song.

SWITCH button, SWITCH LED

Each time you press this button, the function selected by the SELECT button turns on or off. If the function selected by the SELECT button is on, the SWITCH LED is brightly lit. The SWITCH LED is dimly lit for functions that are not selected by the SELECT button, letting you see the on/off status of those functions. The TAP LED blinks according to the tempo setting.

When you operate the button, the parameter name and value of the selected function appears in the display for a time.

Tips:

If you long-press the SELECT button, a list of the selected functions appears. After a time, you return to the previous page or window.

Note:

Display indications return to the previous page or window

after a certain time has passed.

KNOB1 knob, KNOB2 knob

Turn these knobs to edit the functions selected by the SELECT button. If you edit a setting and then use the SELECT button to select another function, the state or value edited by the KNOB 1 and 2 knobs is preserved. However, be aware that if you re-select

9. Quick layer/split

Here you can easily create layered or split sounds using two programs. Select the first sound in Program mode; then press this button. In the dialog box that appears, select the second sound and specify its volume; then confirm the settings. Choose LAYER if you want the two sounds to play together across the entire keyboard; choose SPLIT if you want the two sounds to play separately in the high and regions of the keyboard.

Note:

A layer or split sound that you create can be saved as a

combination.

Tips:

If you want to adjust more sophisticated settings in order to

obtain more complex sounds, use Combination mode.

LAYER/SPLIT button

When you press the LAYER/SPLIT button, the QUICK LAYER dialog box or the QUICK SPLIT dialog box appears.

In the QUICK LAYER dialog box, pressing the PAGE+



SPLIT) button opens the QUICK SPLIT dialog box. In the

(



QUICK SPLIT dialog box, pressing the PAGE- (LAYER button opens the QUICK LAYER dialog box.

QUICK LAYER DIALOG

A program of the strings category is layered with the currently selected program. Select a program to layer, and adjust the volume and octave settings. By pressing the MENU (WRITE) button you can save the settings to a user combination bank. (see page 29)

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QUICK SPLIT DIALOG

The currently selected program is assigned to the high range and a program of the bass category is assigned to the low range. Select the split program, swap the high and low programs if desired, and adjust settings such as the split point, volume, and octave. By pressing the MENU (WRITE) button you can save the settings to a user combination bank. (see page 30)

10. AUDIO REC (Audio recorder)

Here is where you can control the audio recorder, which lets you record and play back your KROSS performance or signal from an external audio input. You can execute functions such as play, stop, or record, and adjust various settings for the recorder.

To control the audio recorder, use the AUDIO REC (play/pause) button and the four buttons below the AUDIO RECORDER SETUP window.

In order to use the audio recorder, you’ll need a SD card (separately sold).

(play/pause) button ( )

This is a dedicated button that executes the recorder playback (or record) and pause functions. In any mode, this button lets you immediately play (or record) or pause. The state of the light and color of the button indicates the operating status of the recorder.

Unlit: Stopped Lit green: Playing Blinking green: Playback is paused Lit red: Recording Blinking red: Recording is paused Blinking orange: Recording is paused

(waiting for Auto input)

If you hold down the EXIT button ( ) and press the

(play/pause) button ( ), the AUDIO

RECORDER SETUP window appears.

11. Display

This shows the parameters and settings of the KROSS, as well as a variety of other information.

Pages:

Each screen of parameters or information is called a “page.” To edit or adjust the settings of the KROSS, you’ll access the page that contains the desired parameter, and then change its value.

Dialog box:

command function, confirm a result, or recall a temporary function is called a “dialog box.” For more about various objects that you’ll see in pages and dialog boxes, please see page 7.

The screen that appears when you need to perform a

Adjusting the display contrast

To adjust the contrast of the display, hold down the EXIT button and turn the VALUE dial. You can also adjust the display contrast in the Global/Media mode PREF 1 page. (see page 117)

12. Functions / Page controller

You’ll use these buttons to access pages in the display, and to select or execute functions that provide convenient commands in each page. The functions of the four buttons will change according to the page or dialog box that’s currently shown.

PAGE– button PAGE+ button

Use these two buttons to move between pages in order to select the page that you want to see. The page name or tab that’s displayed on the upper part of the page indicates the currently shown page.

MENU button

This button displays the page menu for each mode, allowing you to select a page.

Operations while a dialog box is shown

While a dialog box is shown, the function of these four buttons will change so that you can perform tasks that are appropriate for that dialog box. The functions assigned to the buttons are shown in the bottom of the display.

For example, suppose that you’re in Program mode and press the FUNCTION button to access the function list. The functions that are assigned to the four buttons are shown in the bottom of the dialog box. If you press the CLOSE (actually FUNCTION) button, the dialog box will close and you’ll return to the previous page.



Press the button to select a function. Press the OK (actually MENU) button to open or execute the selected function. For example if you select Write Program and press the MENU (OK) button, the WRITE PROGRAM dialog box will appear. Here, the FUNCTION (CANCEL) and MENU (OK) functions are assigned to the two buttons.

(actually PAGE–) button or (actually PAGE+)

13. Value Controller

Use these to edit in the display. You’ll use these to move the cursor and select parameters, to edit values, and also to execute or cancel commands.

VALUE dial

Edit the value of the parameter (edit cell) where the cursor is located.

Tips:

You can adjust the contrast of the display by holding down

the EXIT button ( ) and turning the VALUE dial.

EXIT button ( )

Use this button to cancel the execution of a function or the change in a parameter value, or to close a dialog box. You’ll also use this to move to the first page (such as the MAIN page) within the mode.

FUNCTION button

This button shows a function list containing convenient commands on each page.

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By using the EXIT button together with another button, you can perform the following functions.

Button or dial used

with EXIT

Selects Global/Media mode. If while in Global/Media mode you

SEQ button ( )

AUDIO REC (play/pause) button (

SEQUENCER (REC) button (

STEP SEQ ACTIVE button (

FAVORITE ACTIVE button (

SAMPLER ACTIVE button (

SAMPLER HOLD button (

AUDIO PLAY ACTIVE button (

VALUE dial Adjusts the contrast. (see above)

REALTIME CONTROLS SELECT button

BANK SELECT button

)

once again press the EXIT button

()

( ), you'll jump to the MEDIA >FILE page.

Opens the AUDIO RECORDER SETUP window.

In Sequencer mode, moves to the previously-specified playback start position. (see page 56)

Opens the STEP SEQ EDIT page.

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Enters the Add to Favorite registration-

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ready state.

Opens the SAMPLER SETUP

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window.

Puts the pad sampler in mute mode

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Opens the AUDIO PLAY SETUP

)

window.

Selects the parameter to be controlled in reverse order.

Selects favorites, pad sampler, and pad audio play banks in reverse order.

Func tions

and SEQ button

ENTER button

Use this button to perform a function, select an radio button, or to turn a check box on/off. When you select a parameter and press the ENTER button, you’ll



be able to use the you’ve edited the value, press the ENTER button to confirm the change.

When you press the ENTER button on the MAIN page of Program or Combination mode, a sound select list will appear.

cursor buttons to edit the value. After

◄►▲▼ Cursor buttons

Use these buttons to move the cursor in the display. Move the cursor up/down/left/right to select the parameter that you want to edit.

If the page contains more parameters than can be shown on a



single screen, a and you’ll be able to scroll the page up/down. (see “j: Scroll” on page 8)

You can also use the value in steps of 1. (see “ENTER button and ▲▼ cursor buttons” on page 13)

symbol is shown to the left of the screen,



buttons to increment or decrement the

14. SEQUENCER

You’ll use these buttons in Sequencer mode to record and play back MIDI.

(REC) button ( )

Pressing this button will enter record-ready mode. Once you’re in record-ready mode (shown by the button’s light), you can begin recording by pressing the SEQUENCER (start/stop) button. For details, please see “Recording MIDI in real time” on page 61.

By pressing this (REC) button in Program mode or Combination mode, you can instantly access the Auto Song Setup function which lets you start recording immediately. (see page 60)

Hold down the EXIT button( ) and press the (REC) button ( ) to instantly move the song playback position to the specified location. By default, this will be the first beat of the first measure. You can also specify a desired location by using a function command.

(start/stop) button

This button starts or stops recording and playback.

15. Pad section

1-16 Pad

Use pads 1-16 to control the step sequencer, favorites, sampler, and audio play. You can switch the function of pads 1-16 by pressing the ACTIVE button( ) that corresponds to each function, making it light. By pressing an ACTIVE button ( ) together with the EXIT button ( ), you can access the setup page for each function.

STEP SEQ (Step Sequencer)

The

step sequencer

using pads 1–16 to turn the notes on/off that are played by the kick, snare, and hi-hat etc.

ACTIVE button ( )

This button indicates and changes the on/off status of the step sequencer. If this is lit, you can use pads 1-16 to control the step sequencer. (see page 89)

When you hold down the EXIT button ( ) and press this button, the STEP SEQ EDIT page for Program, Combination, or Sequencer mode will appear, allowing you to turn steps on/off and to specify the pattern's resolution, length, and the sound used for each tone.

Note:

If the favorites select screen is shown, holding down the EXIT button ( ) and pressing this button does not show the STEP SEQ EDIT page.

While the STEP SEQ EDIT page is shown, you can hold down the ACTIVE button and press pads 1-13 to select the tone (e.g., kick, snare, accent) that will be controlled by pads 1-16.

By holding down the ACTIVE button and pressing a key, you can select the sound (instrument) that’s actually played by each tone. (see page 90)

RUN button

When you press the RUN button (the button will be lit), the step sequencer will begin playing. You’ll hear the drum loop pattern that’s specified by pads 1–16.

When you press the RUN button once again (the button will be unlit), the step sequencer will stop playing.

FAVO RIT ES

The

Favorites function

recall frequently-used programs, combinations, or audio songs for the audio recorder to play. You can use this function to register your favorite sounds, or to arrange the sounds you’ll use during a live performance in the order that they will be needed.

lets you easily create drum loop patterns by

lets you use pads 1–16 to instantly

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ACTIVE button ( )

Use this button to turn the Favorites function on/off, or to register sounds. (see page 53) To recall a sound that you've registered, turn this button on, and then use the BANK SELECT button and pads 1-16. To register a sound, select that program or combination; then hold down the EXIT button ( ) and press the FAVORITES ACTIVE button ( ), and finally use the BANK SELECT button and pads 1-16.

SAMPLER (Pad Sampler)

The pad sampler function lets you use pads 1-16 to play or perform samples that you recorded from the performance of the KROSS or from an external audio input. You can also edit the samples. Up to four stereo samples can be played simultaneously. (see page 93)

Note:

When using the pad sampler function, we recommend that you use an SD card. You can use the card to automatically save or load sample data.

ACTIVE button ( )

This button makes the pad sampler active, or displays the SETUP page when used with the EXIT button ( ). In the SAMPLER SETUP window, this lets you check and edit the assignments of samples to pads, prepare for sampling, and edit the recorded samples.

Bank A 1–16, bank B 1–16, bank C 1–16, bank D 1–16, bank E 1–16, bank F 1–16, bank G 1–16, bank H 1–16

When the pad audio play function is on (AUDIO PLAY ACTIVE button lit), you can select the audio play bank. You can use pads 1-16 to perform the following audio song operations.

Bank A 1–16, bank B 1–16, bank C 1–16, bank D 1–16, bank E 1–16, bank F 1–16, bank G 1–16, bank H 1–16

16. Battery compartment

The KROSS can be powered by batteries that you install here. (see page 19) The battery compartment of the KROSS 61-key is located on the bottom panel.

17. Compartment (KROSS 88-key only)

The compartment can store small items such as a USB cable or AC adapter.

You can open the lid in the same way as you open the battery compartment cover. (→ p.19)

HOLD button ( )

By pressing this simultaneously with a pad, you can hold the pressed state of that pad. By using this with the EXIT button ( ), you can temporarily mute the currently-sounding pads.

AUDIO PLAY (Pad Audio Play)

ACTIVE button ( )

This button makes the pad audio play function active, or displays the SETUP page when used with the EXIT button ( ). In the AUDIO PLAY SETUP window, this lets you check and edit the assignments of audio songs to pads, import WAVE files, and adjust the volume.

BANK SELECT

BANK SELECT button, BANK LED A-H

Use this button to select the displayed zone of the step sequencer, or to switch banks of favorites, pad sampler, or pad audio play.

Tips:

When selecting a bank, pressing the EXIT button ( ) and BANK SELECT button lets you select banks in reverse order. (Except for the step sequencer)

If the step sequencer is on (with the STEP SEQ button lit), pads 1–16 will show the on/off status of each step. You can use pads 1–16 to turn each step on/off. A:Step1-16, B:Step17-32, C:Step33-48, D:Step49-64

If the Favorites function is on (FAVORITES button lit), this button selects the Favorites bank. Use pads 1–16 to select the following Favorites.

Bank A 1–16, bank B 1–16, bank C 1–16, bank D 1–16, bank E 1–16, bank F 1–16, bank G 1–16, bank H 1–16

When the pad sampler function is on (SAMPLER ACTIVE button lit), this selects sampler banks. You can use pads 1-16 to perform the following sample operations.

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The headphone jack of the KROSS 88-key model is located on the front of the unit on the left.

Rear panel

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1. Power supply

Be sure to see the “Turning the power on/off” section on page 17 and follow the correct procedure described there.

Note:

The KROSS has an auto power-off function that automatically turns off the power when the keyboard or front panel buttons have not been used for a certain length of time. With the factory settings, this is set to 4 hours. (see “Auto poweroff function” on page 18)

(Power) button

To turn the power on or off, hold down the power button. (see page 17)

DC 9V jack

The included AC adapter is connected here. (see page 17)

Connections must be made with the power turned off.

Please be aware that careless operation may damage

your speaker system or cause malfunctions.

Cord hook

Use this to secure the cord of the included AC adapter. After connecting the AC adapter, loop the cord around the hook that’s located on rear panel so that the cord won’t get pulled out inadvertently. Leave enough slack on the plug end so that you can disconnect it if you want to. (see page 17)

Be careful not to bend the base of the plug any more

than necessary.

3. Audio input

This jack lets you input audio from an external source; the audio can be recorded on the audio recorder or pad sampler, or sent through the internal effects and output via the OUTPUT jacks. To adjust the input gain (Gain) etc., use REALTIME CONTROLS - AUDIO IN 1 - KNOB1:GAIN.(You can also adjust these settings in the AUDIO IN page of each mode.)

The input gain (Gain) can be saved as a global setting (G-SET). (see “Global audio input settings (G-SET) and individual settings” on page 22)

Note:

The input signals from the MIC IN jack and the LINE IN jack cannot be used simultaneously. To select the input that will be used, choose the REALTIME CONTROLS setting AUDIO IN 2 and use the SWITCH (MIC/LINE) button.

For more about connections and settings, please see “Connecting your input devices” on page 21.

MIC IN jack (1/4" phone type)

This is a 1/4" phone jack. You can connect a dynamic mic, an active-type guitar, or a guitar effect unit.

Note:

This jack does not support condenser mics or other mics that require phantom power or plug-in power. Such types of mic must be connected via a mic preamp or appropriate device.

LINE IN jack (stereo mini type)

This is an 1/8" stereo mini phone jack. Connect it to the output jack of your audio device or external audio source.

2. Audio output

OUTPUT L/MONO, R jacks

These are stereo audio outputs. For stereo connections, use the L/ MONO and R jacks. For mono connections, use the L/MONO jack. Use the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume. (see “Connecting your output devices” on page 21)

(Headphone) jack

Connect the 1/8" stereo mini-phone plug of your headphones here. This jack outputs the same signal as the OUTPUT L/ MONO and R jacks.

The headphone volume is controlled by the VOLUME knob.

Note:

The headphone jack of the KROSS 88-key model is located

on the front of the unit at the left.

4. USB

port

(USB B type, for connecting to computer)

You can connect your computer to this port. Note data and other performance data, as well as sound settings, can be transmitted and received via MIDI between a computer and the KROSS; audio data can also be transmitted and received. (→ p.25)

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b: Page tabs a: Mode/Page title

d: Edit cell

g: Toggle

h: Check box

c: Parameters

e: Popup button

f: Radio buttons

5. SD card

SD card slot

You can insert an SD card here. An SD card can be used to store KROSS sounds and song data. (see page 25)

Since the SD card is accessed directly when you use the audio recorder to play or record, an SD card is required in order to use this functionality.

Note:

When using the pad sampler function, we recommend that you use an SD card. You can use the card to automatically save or load sample data.

6. MIDI

MIDI IN connector MIDI OUT connector

MIDI lets you connect the KROSS to a computer or other MIDI devices, for sending and receiving note data, controller gestures, sound settings, and so on. (see page 26)

7. Foot controllers

DAMPER jack

An optional DS-1H (damper pedal) can be connected to this jack. If the optional DS-1H is connected, it will function as a halfdamper pedal. If another switch-type pedal is connected, it will function as a damper switch. The DS-1H half-damper pedal allows a finer degree of control compared to a switch-type pedal. Set the pedal polarity so that the pedal will function correctly. (see “Connecting a damper pedal” on page 23)

ASSIGNABLE SWITCH jack

An on/off-type foot switch such as the optional PS-1 or PS-3 (pedal switch) can be connected to this jack. You can use a foot switch to apply modulation to sounds or effects, to set the tap tempo, or to start/stop the sequencer or to punch-in/out.

The function of the assignable switch is specified by Global/ Media mode settings in the G-INPUT/CTRL> FOOT page, just as for the assignable pedal. (see “Connecting a foot switch” on page 23)

ASSIGNABLE PEDAL jack

An optional EXP-2 (foot controller), XVP-10 or XVP-20 (expression pedal) can be connected to this jack. You can use a pedal to apply modulation to sounds or effects, or to adjust the overall volume.

The function of the assignable pedal is specified by Global/Media mode settings in the G-INPUT/CTRL> FOOT page. (see “Connecting a foot pedal” on page 24)

Items in the display

a: Mode/Page title

This indicates the current page within the selected mode. From the left, this shows the initial letter of the mode name and

the page name.

b: Page tabs

Most pages are divided into multiple tabs. Use the PAGE+/– buttons to select the tab that you want to see.

c: Parameters

The parameters for various settings are shown in the display. Use the ◄►▲▼ cursor buttons to select a parameter.

d: Edit cell

Some of the parameters or parameter values will be highlighted when you use the ◄►▲▼ cursor buttons. This is called the

cell

, and the highlighted item will be available for editing.

Other methods can also be used to adjust parameters that are indicated by the following icons.

e: Popup button

If you use the cursor buttons to select a parameter indicated by this button (making it the edit cell) and press the ENTER button, a popup menu shows the available parameter values. To enter a value for the parameter, use the ▲▼ cursor buttons.

f: Radio buttons

If you use the cursor buttons to select a parameter with this type of button (i.e., making it the edit cell) and press the ENTER button, you then can choose one of multiple options.

You can also use the cursor buttons to select a parameter (making it the edit cell) and use the VALUE dial to select the value.

g: Toggle

If a parameter with this symbol is selected (i.e., when it is the edit cell), pressing the ENTER button will switch the function or turn it on/off each time you press the ENTER button.

edit

8. KORG Logo Light

The LED of the KORG logo will light. You can specify the color of the LED illumination, and whether it is lit or unlit. (→ PG p.159)

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h: Check box

j: Scroll

k: Function list

h: Check box

By selecting a check box parameter and pressing the ENTER button or turning the VALUE dial, you can select or clear the check box. You can enable or disable a parameter or function by selecting or clearing the check box. The parameter or function is enabled if the check box is selected, and disabled if it is cleared.

i: Category select icon

For parameters indicated by this icon, you can use the CATEGORY dial or the VALUE dial to select the category or number.

j: Scroll

Use this to see parameter values that cannot be shown in a single screen. Additional parameters exist in the direction of the black indicator.

* Text edit

When you select a parameter indicated by this icon and press the ENTER button, a text edit window will appear. In this screen you can rename text (such as the name of a program, combination, or song). (see “Editing names” on page 124)

* MENU (OK) button, FUNCTION (CANCEL) button

To execute a function, press the OK button. To cancel without executing, press the CANCEL button.

* DONE button, COPY button, INSERT button

There are also buttons such as DONE, COPY, and INSERT which perform an action when pressed, like the OK button and CANCEL button explained in “* Function dialog box.”

k: Function list

The function list will appear when you press the FUNCTION button. The functions that are shown will depend on the page that’s selected. The functions shown on the bottom of the dialog box are assigned to the four buttons. (see page 3)

l: Function dialog box

When you select a function, you’ll see a dialog box where you can adjust the settings that are needed to execute the command. The dialog box that appears will depend on the command that you selected. Some commands such as Solo Setting do not display a dialog box.

l: Function dialog box

Text edit icon

FUNCTION (CANCEL) button MENU (OK) button

Basic Information About the KROSS’s modes

Basic Information

About the KROSS’s modes

The KROSS has four modes

The KROSS has numerous functions that let you play and edit programs or combinations, record and play back sequence data,

modes

and manage media. These functions are grouped into “ The KROSS has four modes.

Program mode

Programs are the basic sounds of KROSS. In Program mode, you can:

• Select and play Programs.

• Use one arpeggiator in your performance.

• Play back Drum Track patterns while you perform using a Program.

• You can use the step sequencer to easily create drum loop patterns. You can play a program while a drum pattern plays back. You can also perform simultaneously with the arpeggiator and drum track.

• Edit Programs

You can use the Tone Adjust function to easily edit the program.

You can use the quick layer/split function to easily layer two programs or create split sounds.

You can adjust the parameters and settings of the oscillators, filters, amps, EGs, LFOs, effects, arpeggiator, drum track, etc.

You can use up to five insert effects, and two master effects.

Plus, you can create drum programs using drum kits (as created in Global/Media mode).

Combination mode

Combinations are sets of up to 16 programs that can be played simultaneously, letting you create sounds that are more complex than a single Program. In Combination mode, you can:

• Select and play Combinations.

• Use multiple timbres to play arpeggio patterns generated by two arpeggiators.

• Use one timbre for the drum track pattern, and play back a drum pattern while you perform.

• Use the step sequencer to easily create drum loop patterns. You can play a combination while a drum pattern plays back. You can also perform simultaneously with the arpeggiator and drum track.

• Use the KROSS as a 16-track multi-timbral tone generator.

• Edit Combinations

You can use the tone adjust function to easily edit the program of each timbre.

You can assign Programs to each of the 16 Timbres, each with separate volume, pan, and keyboard and velocity zones; adjust settings for effects, arpeggiator, drum track, step sequencer.

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Plus, you can use up to five insert effects, and two master effects.

Sequencer mode

Sequencer mode lets you record, playback, and edit MIDI tracks. You c a n :

• Use the sixteen-track MIDI sequencer to record and play back songs.

• Record a single MIDI track, one at a time, or record as many as all sixteen tracks simultaneously. You can also record system exclusive messages.

• Record and play back the pad sampler performance.

• Use multiple tracks to record and play back performances generated by two arpeggiators.

• Use one track for the drum track pattern, and play back or record a drum pattern.

• Use the step sequencer to easily create drum patterns.

• Edit songs

• Use the KROSS as a 16-part multi-timbral sound module.

• GM/GM2 playback is also supported.

• Use the Tone Adjust function to easily edit the program of each track.

• Use up to five insert effects, and two master effects.

Global/Media mode

Here is where you can save/load data on an SD card. You can also adjust overall settings for the entire KROSS, and edit drum kits and arpeggio patterns.

You c a n :

• Adjust settings that affect the entire KROSS, such as master tune and global MIDI channel.

• Create user scales

• Create drum kits using drumsamples.

• Create user arpeggio patterns.

• Set the function of the assignable pedals and assignable buttons.

• Transmit MIDI System Exclusive data dumps.

• Save and load Programs, Combinations, MIDI Songs, and Global setup data.

• Format the SD card.

• Export and import sequences to and from SMF (Standard MIDI Files)

Other functions

In addition to its four modes, the KROSS provides various functions that are convenient for performance and practice: audio recorder, pad audio play, pad sampler, and favorites.

AUDIO RECORDER

There's an independent audio recorder that can record an audio signal from an external mic or line input, or USB audio input, or the audio of the program, combination, or sequencer playback.The sequencer and audio recorder are not able to synchronize. (see page 99)

PAD AUDIO PLAY

Using this function, audio songs that you recorded or audio files that were imported from an external source can be assigned to the pads and recalled easily for playback.

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PAD SAMPLER

Using this function, external input audio or phrases that you perform can be recorded and saved as sample data, and assigned to pads 1-16 for playback. Up to four samples can play back simultaneously, while you use pad operations to play samples as one-shot or as a loop. Control the data filer function (save and load MIDI exclusive data).

Favorites function

You can register programs or combinations to pads 1-16 and recall them instantly regardless of the mode you're in.

Relational diagram of the KROSS’s modes

IFX 1

IFX 5

MFX 1

MFX 2

Insert / Master Eect

TRACK 1

TRACK 8

TRACK 2

TRACK 3

TRACK 4

TRACK 5

TRACK 6

TRACK 7

PROGRAM

TRACK 9

TRACK 16

TRACK 10

TRACK 11

TRACK 12

TRACK 13

TRACK 14

TRACK 15

PROGRAM

IFX 1

IFX 5

MFX 1

MFX 2

Insert / Master Eect

TIMBRE 1

TIMBRE 8

TIMBRE 2

TIMBRE 3

TIMBRE 4

TIMBRE 5

TIMBRE 6

TIMBRE 7

PROGRAM

TIMBRE 9

TIMBRE 16

TIMBRE 10

TIMBRE 11

TIMBRE 12

TIMBRE 13

TIMBRE 14

TIMBRE 15

PROGRAM

IFX 1

IFX 5

MFX 1

MFX 2

Insert / Master Eect

MIDI TRACK 1...16

PCG / SNG / SMF

WAV

Drum Track

DRUMS PROGRAM

Step Sequencer

STEP SEQ PROGRAM

ARPEGGIO PATTERN

Preset Pattern: Up - Random

Preload/User Pattern

OSC 1

PITCH1

FILTER1 AMP1

OSC 2

Multisample 1

Drum Kit

Multisample 2

Multisample 3

Multisample 4

PITCH2

FILTER2 AMP2

Multisample 1

Multisample 2

Multisample 3

Multisample 4

Key Assign

DRUM KIT

GLOBAL MODE

PROGRAM MODE

COMBINATION MODE

SEQUENCER MODE

DRUM TRACK PATTERN

MEDIA MODE

ARPEGGIO PATTERN

Arpeggiator

Drum Track

Step Sequencer

Arpeggiator

Preset Drum Track Pattern

Arpeggiator

FAVORITES

Audio Recorder

Drumsample 1

Drumsample 2

Drumsample 3

Drumsample 4

SAMPLER

STEP SEQ

AUDIO PLAY

SD Card

Pad Sampler

Drum Track

Step Sequencer

Pad Sampler

16 Pads

.KEP (EX-PCM)

Basic Information About the KROSS’s modes

Introduction to the KROSS

Basic operations

After you’ve turned on the KROSS, here’s how to perform basic operations, such as selecting modes and pages.

Selecting modes

In order to use a particular function on the KROSS, you must first select the appropriate mode.

• Press one of the front panel mode buttons to enter the corresponding mode.

COMBI button: Combination mode

PROG button: Program mode

SEQ button( ): Sequencer mode

EXIT button ( ) + SEQ button( )

For a summary of each mode, please see the “About the KROSS’s modes” section on page 9.

Note:

The mode that’s currently selected is shown by the mode

switch that’s lit up.

Selecting pages and tabs

One screen of displayed information is called a “page.” To access the page you want, you can use the PAGE– and PAGE+ buttons, or you can press the MENU button and choose from the page menu.

• Make sure that the desired mode is selected.

For this explanation we’ll use Combination mode as an example.

Using the PAGE+/– buttons to move between pages

• You can move between pages by pressing the PAGE+ or PAGE– button.

Using the page menu to access different pages

The page menu shows a list of the pages and tabs within each mode. Select the desired page and tab from this list.

1. Press the MENU button.

The page menu will appear.

The page where you were immediately before pressing the PAGE button is indicated by a diamond-shaped symbol to the left.

2. Press the PAGE+ button or the PAGE+ button to select a page.

As an example here, select C-ZONE/DELAY.

3. Press the FUNCTION (TABS) button.

The “tabs of” (TABS OF) page will appear.

Global/Media mode

4. Press the PAGE+ button or the PAGE– button to select a tab.

As an example here, select KEY ZONE.

5. Press the MENU (OK) button.

The C-ZONE/DELAY> KEY ZONE page will appear.

Note:

If you select a page from the page menu (rather than from the “tabs of” menu), the page for the previously-selected tab will appear.

Using the MENU button + PAGE+/- buttons to move between pages

• Hold down the MENU button and press the PAGE+ (PAGE–) button.

In Combination mode, this lets you move in units of pages; e.g., COMBI ↔ C-INPUT/CTRL ↔ C-Tone ADJ ↔ C-TIMBRE ↔ ... etc. Each time, the page of the most recently selected tab will be selected.

Using the EXIT button to move between pages

• Pressing this button will take you back to the MAIN page of the current mode. Each time you press the button, you’ll move between pages in the following way.

Program, Combination, and Sequencer mode: the MAIN page of each mode.

Global/Media mode: the BASIC page in Global/Media mode  the MAIN page in the previously-selected mode among program, conbination and sequencer.

• When a dialog box is open, this button cancels the settings that were made in the dialog box and closes the dialog box, just like pressing the Cancel button.

• If a popup menu is open, pressing EXIT closes the menu.

Selecting a parameter and editing the value

1. Use the ◄►▲▼ cursor buttons to select the

parameter that you want to edit.

2. If you select an edit cell, the display will be highlighted. Edit the value.

The way that the value will change depends on the type of parameter or object. (see “Items in the display” on page 7)

• The value in the edit cell can be edited by using the VALUE dial, the ENTER button, and the ▲▼ cursor buttons.

VALUE dial

Use this dial to edit the selected parameter’s value. This control is convenient when you want to scroll through a very long list of selections.

Basic Information Basic operations

ENTER button and ▲▼ cursor buttons

When you select a parameter and press the ENTER button, a ▲▼ symbol will appear beside the value ( → ), and you can use the ▲▼ cursor buttons to increment or decrement the value in steps of one. When you’ve specified the value, press the ENTER button once again to confirm it. This method is convenient when you want to make small changes.

Note:

If you decide not to change the value, press the EXIT button.

Using the keyboard to enter a note number or velocity value

For parameters that specify a note number (such as G4 or C#2) or a velocity value, pressing the ENTER button will cause a ▲▼ symbol to appear beside the value (see above). You can play a key to directly enter a note number or velocity value. When you’ve specified the value, press the ENTER button once again to confirm it.

ENTER button

If the parameter item is a toggle, radio button, or check box, press the ENTER button to switch the setting.

Other

CATEGORY dial, VALUE dial

Parameters indicated by (category select icon) can be edited using the CATEGORY dial and VALUE dial to change the category and program/combination number. The dial’s LED will light to indicate the current category.

In Program mode you can select the program category and number.

In Combination mode these dials have the following two functions.

• Select the combination category and number.

• When the edit cell is a timbre program (highlighted), the dials select the program category and number.

In Sequencer mode when the edit cell is a track program (highlighted), the dials select the program category and number.

Compare/Undo function

Compare on (i.e., the saved settings), the check mark will be cleared, and your previously edited settings will be lost. Even if you turn Compare on again (select the check mark), the previous settings will not return.

Sequencer mode

In Sequencer mode, you can use the Undo function to make “before and after” comparisons immediately after using realtime recording or step recording to record a song, or after performing an edit on a track.

For example, this can be used effectively when realtimerecording a MIDI track for a song.

1. Realtime-record a MIDI track. (Take 1)

2. Once again, realtime-record on the same track. (Take 2)

3. If you turn on the Undo function (select the check mark), take 1 will be recalled.

4. If you turn off the Undo function (clear the check mark), take 2 will be recalled.

5. If at step 3 you once again realtime-record on the same track (take 3), the Compare function will now be referencing take 1.

6. If at step 4 you once again realtime-record on the same track (take 3), the Compare function will be referencing take 2.

In this way, the Undo function lets you recall the previous recording or the previous state of event editing.

Note:

If you edit while Undo is on (the check mark selected), the check mark will be cleared. That musical data now becomes the musical data that will be selected when Undo is off.

Global/Media mode

The Compare function is not available in Global/Media mode.

Audio recorder

When using the audio recorder, you can use Undo to return to a previously recorded state. You can step back through multiple takes. You can also redo. In the AUDIO RECORDER SETUP dialog box, press the PAGE– (UNDO) button.

Program, Combination mode

Use this when you wish to compare the edits you have made to a program or combination’s sound with the un-edited original (i.e., the sound that is written into memory).

While editing a program or combination, you can turn on the Compare function (select the check mark) to recall the settings that were last written to that program number or combination number. When you turn off the Compare function (remove the check mark), you will return to the settings that you had previously been editing.

1. While editing, turn the Compare function on (select the check mark).

To turn this on, press the FUNCTION button to access the function list, use the PAGE+ (▼) or PAGE– (▲) button to select Compare, and press the MENU (OK) button.

The sound that had been saved before you began editing will be recalled.

2. When you turn off the Compare function (remove the check mark), you will return to the sound that you had previously been editing.

To turn it off, select the Compare function once again and press the MENU (OK) button.

Note:

If you edit the settings that were recalled by turning

Pad Audio Play

As with the audio recorder, the pad audio play function also lets you return to the previously recorded state. In the AUDIO SONG SETUP dialog box, press the PAGE- (UNDO) button.

Pad Sampler

The compare function cannot be used with pad sampler recording, nor when editing in the EDIT SAMPLE window.

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Selecting and executing functions

The functions provide commands that are specific to each page, such as Write (save) or Copy. The available functions will depend on the selected page.

For example, the functions in Program mode let you write (save) the settings, or let you perform convenient editing procedures such as copying settings between oscillators or effects, or a Sync function that lets you edit two EGs together.

1. Press the FUNCTION button.

The function list will appear.

2. Use the PAGE+ (▼) and PAGE– (▲) buttons to select

a function, and press the MENU (OK) button.

A dialog box for the selected function will appear.

Check-type commands will not display a dialog box; their status will be switched, and the list will close.

• If you want to close the list without selecting a command, press the FUNCTION (CLOSE) button once again.

3. Use the ◄►▲▼ cursor buttons to select parameters

in the dialog box, and use the VALUE dial, ENTER button, and ▲▼ cursor buttons to enter the value.

You can use the CATEGORY dial and VALUE dial when selecting a program or combination number in the dialog box.

4. To execute, press the MENU (OK) button.

If you decide not to execute, press the FUNCTION (CANCEL) button.

The dialog box will close.

Writing/saving

After editing, you should write or save your changes as necessary. For example if you’ve edited a program, your changes will be lost if you select another program or turn off the power. The same

applies to a combination. Settings that you edit in Global/Media mode, songs and Favorites

will be remembered as long as the power is on, but your changes will be lost when you turn off the power, unless you write these changes into memory. For more details on the Write procedure, see the following pages.

• Programs → p.122

• Combinations → p.122

• Favorites → p.54

• Global settings (GLOBAL–G-USER SCALE) → p.124

• Drum kits → p.124

• User arpeggio pattern → p.124

• User template songs → PG p.140

• For details on writing to internal memory → p.122

Please see the following pages for more information about saving.

• Saving a MIDI song → p.65

• Saving to SD card → p.121

Note:

On the KROSS, the action of writing into internal memory is called “Writing,” and the action of saving to an SD card device is called “Saving.”

Assigning a name (renaming)

You can edit the name of an edited program, combination, song, drum kit, or arpeggio pattern. For additional details, please see “Editing names” on page 124.

Basic Information Basic operations

SELECT LED

REALTIME CONTROLS

When you're playing a program or combination,you can use these to adjust the sound or the effects in real time, or to make simple edits. You can also adjust settings for external audio input and the vocoder function, and adjust the tempo of the arpeggiator and sequencer.

Here's how to use REALTIME CONTROLS to adjust the tempo.

1. Press the SELECT button several times to make the TEMPO light.

Note:

The selection of the SELECT button is saved for each

program, combination, or song.

Tips:

By holding down the EXIT button ( ) and pressing the SELECT button, you can step through the parameters in reverse order.

2. Turn the KNOB 1 knob to adjust the tempo.

3. You can set the tap tempo by pressing the SWITCH

button. The tempo will be specified when you tap twice, but you should tap several times for better precision.

Note:

REALTIME CONTROLS can be used when the SELECT

LED is lit. They cannot be used when the LED is unlit.

Parameters that can be operated using REALTIME CONTROLS

For details on each of the parameters that can be controlled, see the parameter guide. (→ PG p.305)

TONE 1

•VELOCITY

Specifies how the velocity of your keyboard playing affects the sound.

•CUTOFF

Adjusts the cutoff frequency of the filter. Varies the brightness of the sound.

• RESONANCE

Adjusts the resonance level of the filter. Raising the filter resonance level gives a distinctive character to the sound.

TONE 2

•OCTAVE

Raises or lowers the pitch of the entire keyboard in steps of an octave. With the default setting, the pitch is lowered one octave.

•ATTACK

Adjusts the envelope attack times of the filter and amp. This specifies the attack time that starts at note-on.

• RELEASE

Adjusts the envelope release times of the filter and amp. This specifies the time from note-off until the sound fades to silence.

EFFECT

•MASTER FX

Turns the master effect on/off.

Note: This is linked with the setting of the Global/Media mode parameter System- “Effect SW - MFX."

•INSERT FX

Controls the "Wet/Dry" balance of all insert effects.

• MFX2/REVERB

Controls the "Wet/Dry" balance of MFX2 (master effect

2).

AUDIO IN 1

• AUDIO ON/OFF

Selects whether an external audio source connected to the MIC IN or LINE IN jack will or will not be input.

• GAIN

Adjusts the level at the input stage of the external audio signal that's being input.

So that the sound does not change suddenly while

you're performing, the GAIN value does not change until the position of the knob matches the current value. Once you have turned the knob to the position of the current value, you can adjust the value.

• MFX2/REVERB

Adjusts the send level at which the external audio signal that's being input is sent to master effect 2.

For preload sounds, either a reverb-type or a delay-type effect is assigned to master effect 2. Use this when you want to apply these effects to the external audio from the mic input.

AUDIO IN 2

• MIC/LINE

Selects the external input jack that is used.

• VOCODER

Selects a vocoder effect using the mic input, or an effect and program settings that are appropriate for vocals.

In the VOCODER window, you can use the FUNCTION button to directly change or adjust settings such as AUDIO ON/OFF or GAIN for AUDIO IN 1.

• FX CONTROL

Adjusts the tonal character of the vocoder or vocal effect that's selected by the VOCODER knob.

Tempo

This adjusts the tempo for the entire KROSS. The tempo setting will control the following.

* Arpeggiator * Drum Track * Step sequencer * Songs in Sequencer mode * Tempo sync LFO * Tempo sync (BPM) delay effects

•TAP

Introduction to the KROSS

Sets the tempo via tap tempo. This LED will blink at quarter-note intervals of the current tempo.

Tap tempo control is available whenever the KNOB1 knob (TEMPO) can be used.For example it cannot be controlled during songplayback if the Sequencer mode Tempo Mode is set to Auto. (see page 103 of the Parameter Guide)

Note: You can use the tap tempo control function by pressing the SWITCH (TAP) button and also by pressing a foot switch that’s connected to the ASSIGNABLE SWITCH jack. (page 23 and page 165, page 303 of the Parameter Guide)

•TEMPO

Adjusts the tempo.

•ARP-GATE

Changes the duration of the arpeggio notes in real time.

Setup

AC adapter

(Included)

Power button

DC9V (Power supply) jack

DC plug

Cord hook

to an AC outlet

Turning the power on/off

The KROSS can be powered either by an AC adapter or by using batteries.

Connecting the AC adapter

1. Make sure that the power is turned off. Make sure

that nothing is shown on the display, and that the LEDs are unlit.

2. Connect the DC plug of the included AC adapter to

the DC9V (power supply) jack on the KROSS’s rear panel.

You must only use the included AC adapter. Using any other AC adapter might cause malfunctions.

3. Connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet.

Be sure to use an AC outlet of the correct voltage for your adapter.

4. Use the cord hook of the KROSS to fasten the AC

adapter cord so that it will not be unplugged accidentally.

Turning the power on

1. Turn the KROSS’s VOLUME knob all the way to the left so that the volume is down.

If any external equipment, such as a monitor amplifier is connected, lower their volume as well and then turn off their power.

2. On the rear panel of the KROSS, hold down the power button until the power turns on. Keep holding down the button until the display lights up.

The display will show the model name and software version.

With the factory settings, the auto power-off function of the KROSS is enabled; immediately after you start up, the following message will appear, indicating the time until the power will turn off automatically. If you disable the auto power-off function, this message is not displayed. (see “Auto power-off function” on page 18)

3. Turn on the power of the external equipment that’s connected to the KROSS’s OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks, such as a monitor amplifier.

4. Use the KROSS’s VOLUME knob and the volume controls of your external equipment to set the volume to a suitable level.

Setup

Auto power-off function

Turning the power off

When you turn off the power, unsaved data will be lost. Be sure to save any important data such as edited sounds or global settings. (see page 14)

If the KROSS’s auto power-off function is enabled, its power will automatically turn off if there has been no user input for a certain length of time. Unsaved data will be lost even if the power is turned off by the auto power-off function.

1. Turn the KROSS’s VOLUME knob all the way to the left so that the volume is lowered.

2. If external equipment such as a monitor amplifier is connected, lower their volume and then turn off their power before proceeding.

3. Hold down the power button of the KROSS to turn off the power. Keep holding down the button until the display turns off.

Never turn off the power while processing is in progress. Turning off the power while the following processes are in progress may damage the data in internal memory or on the SD card.

• Writing data to internal memory (display indicates “Now writing into internal memory”)

• Writing to an SD card (e.g., while saving in Media mode, recording on the audio recorder, or during Export)

A small amount of electrical power is used even when the power is off (STANDBY). If you won’t be using the KROSS for an extended period, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. If you’re using batteries, remove the batteries.

2. Press the PAGE+ (or PAGE–) button to access the GLOBAL> PREF 1(Preferences 1) page.

3. Use the cursor ▼▲ buttons to select the Auto PowerOff parameter.

4. Use the VALUE dial to specify the time until the power will turn of.

If you don’t want the auto power-off function to turn off the power automatically, set this to Disabled.

5. Save the setting.

Press the FUNCTION button to access the function list. Choose Write Global Setting. (If a different function is selected, press the PAGE- button to select it.)

Press the MENU (OK) button. A confirmation message will appear; press the MENU (OK) button once again. The setting has now been saved.

Auto power-off function

The KROSS has an auto power-off function that automatically turns off the power when there is no user input (*) for a certain length of time. With the factory settings, this is set to four hours.

* Using the VOLUME knob is not considered to be user input.

Changing the auto power-off setting

If you want to change the setting so that the power will not turn off automatically, proceed as follows to disable the auto power-off function.

1. Simultaneously press the EXIT button ( ) and SEQ button ( ) to access the GLOBAL/MEDIA page. (If it does not appear, press the EXIT button.)

Auto power-off warning message

When the specified length of time has elapsed without any user input on the KROSS, a message will appear, warning you that the auto power-off function is about to turn off the power.

When the power turns off, the settings you had been editing will be lost. If you want to keep the edited settings, you must save them first.

If you want to continue using the system, press the keyboard, or a button. The Auto power-off function will be reset. If the same specified length of time elapses with no user input, the same message will appear again.

Using batteries

Spare battery compartment

Batteries that can be used

Use six AA nickel-metal hydride batteries or alkaline batteries. Zinc-carbon batteries cannot be used.

Note: Batteries are not included. You’ll need to obtain them separately.

Do not mix new and old batteries, or batteries of differing types. Mixing batteries in this way may cause them to leak or burst.

Continuous operating time

Alkaline batteries will allow approximately four hours of usage with the factory settings. Battery life will depend on the type of batteries and the conditions of use.

Replacing the batteries

An indicator on the upper right side of the screen shows the remaining battery capacity ( , , ). If you’re using the AC adapter, this will indicate .

If is flashing, the batteries are almost exhausted. Immediately save any important data, and either install fresh batteries or switch to using the AC adapter.

If the batteries are exhausted, remove them immediately. Leaving exhausted batteries installed may cause malfunctions such as battery leakage. You should also remove the batteries if you won’t be using the unit for an extended period of time.

Note: If the batteries run low, you can plug in the AC adapter and continue operation without having to power-off.

Note: If you turn on the power with an SD card already inserted, there will be some cases in which the data from the SD card is read as a background process after the unit has started. While the data is being read, some functions will be in a paused state, and will be unavailable. During this time, the SD card access indicator ( ) blinks in a position that overlaps with the remaining battery capacity indicator or the AC adapter indicator. For details, refer to "Automatic SD card loading at start-up" (→ p.25).

Turning the power on/off Using batteries

KROSS 88-key: While pressing the ||| area of the cover(a.), slide it diagonally upward (b.), and open the battery compartment (c.).

Note: The battery compartment cover is located on the left side of the front panel.

Note: You can use the same procedure to open the storage compartment for small items that is located at the opposite side from the battery compartment.

The battery compartment cover does not detach. Do not apply excessive force to the battery compartment cover.

2. Install batteries.

When inserting the batteries, be sure to observe the correct polarity (“+” and “–”). Place the “–” end of each battery against the tip of the spring, and press it into place.

KROSS 61-key

Installing batteries

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

KROSS 61-key: The battery compartment is located on

the bottom panel.

When turning the unit upside down, place it on a

blanket or similar material to prevent damage to the

knobs and dials.

While pressing the cover latch, pull it upward and remove it.

KROSS 88-key

3. Close the battery compartment cover.

Close the cover by reversing the steps you took to remove it.

Setup

In order for the remaining battery amount to be displayed correctly, you must set the Global/Media mode GLOBAL> PREF 1(Preferences 1) page Battery Type setting to specify the type of battery that you’re using.

Specifying the type of batteries you installed

After you’ve installed the batteries, turn on the power and specify the type of batteries you’re using.

1. In the GLOBAL>PREF 1 (Preferences 1) page, select the Battery Type parameter.

Perform steps 1–3 of “Changing the auto power-off setting” on page 18.

2. Press the ENTER button to switch the setting.

Alkaline batteries: Alkaline

Nickel-metal hydride batteries: Ni-MH

3. Save the setting.

Press the FUNCTION button, and in the function list choose Write Global Setting. (If a different function is selected, press the PAGE– button to select it.)

Press the MENU (OK) button. A confirmation message will appear; press the MENU (OK) button once again. The setting has now been saved.

Connections

AC adapter

(Included)

DC plug

to an AC outlet

DAMPER

ASSIGNABLE PEDAL

ASSIGNABLE SWITCH

SD card

MIDI keyboard

MIDI IN MIDI OUT

MIDI cable

USB cable

Audio player, etc.

Mic

Monitor Amplier, etc.

INPUT

Headphones

Computer

Pedal connections etc.

Connections to MIDI equipment

Connections to computers

Insert an SD card

Connect output devices

Connect input devices

SD card slot

USB B

MIDI OUT, IN

AUDIO OUTPUT R, L/MONO

LINE IN, MIC IN ASSIGNABLE DAMPER, SWITCH, PEDAL

KROSS-88key

Connections must be made with the power turned off. Please be aware that careless usage may damage your speaker system or cause other malfunctions.

Connections Audio connections

Audio connections

Connecting your output devices

The KROSS does not contain built-in speakers. In order to hear the sound of your performance, you’ll need to connect other audio equipment such as a monitor amplifier, a mixer, a stereo set or headphones.

Connecting audio equipment

The KROSS’s audio output is designed to produce a signal level that is higher than consumer audio equipment such as CD players. For this reason, performing at high a volume may damage your speakers or equipment. Please use caution when adjusting the volume.

1. Minimize the volume of all connected equipment, and turn off the power.

2. Connect the KROSS’s OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks to the input jacks of your monitor amplifier or mixer.

Note: If you connect only the L/MONO jack, the L and R sound will be mixed for mono output. In order to take full advantage of the KROSS’s capabilities, we recommend that you listen in stereo. If you’re playing back through your stereo audio system or an audio player that has external input connectors, connect the KROSS to the jacks that are marked LINE IN, AUX IN, or external input. (You might need to obtain the appropriate adapter plug or conversion cable.)

Connecting headphones

Using headphones at high volume for an extended time may cause hearing damage. Please avoid excessively high volume levels.

1. Connect the stereo mini-plug of your headphones to the KROSS’s Headphone jack.

Headphones

2. Use the VOLUME knob to adjust the headphone volume.

The KROSS’s Headphone jack will output the same signal as the OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks.

The output from the OUTPUT jack is not turned off even if headphones are connected to the Headphone jack.

Connecting your input devices

You can sing while applying the built-in effects of the KROSS to your mic, or connect an audio player and perform along with the playback.

You can also use the audio recorder or pad sampler to record the audio input.Alternatively, you can record just the external audio input without mixing-in the performance of the KROSS. For example if you're rehearsing in the studio, you could record only the band's performance while you play the KROSS.(→ p.22)

When connecting an input device, use the REALTIME CONTROLS section's SELECT button to select AUDIO IN 1, and press the SWITCH button (ON/OFF) to turn the input off (unlit). After you have connected the input device, once again press the SWITCH button (ON/OFF) to turn the input on (lit).

If you're not using the MIC IN or LINE IN jack, use the REALTIME CONTROLS section's SELECT button to select AUDIO IN 1, and press the SWITCH button (ON/OFF) to turn the input off (unlit).

Connecting a mic

1. Make sure that the SWITCH button LED (ON/OFF)

2. Turn the VOLUME knob of the KROSS all the way to

is off (unlit) in the AUDIO IN 1 row of the REALTIME CONTROLS section.

the left, minimizing the volume.

Setup

Direct Send

3. Connect a dynamic mic to the MIC IN jack.

Note: This jack does not support condenser mics or other mics that require phantom power or plug-in power. Such types of mic must be connected via a mic amp.

Connecting a guitar

Connect your guitar to the MIC IN jack. Please see the “Connecting a mic” section above.

Note: Most guitars and basses (i.e., equipped with passive pickups that do not have a preamp) produce a low output level that cannot be recorded at a satisfactory volume or quality. Route such instruments through a preamp or effect unit before connecting them to the KROSS. If the output of the preamp or effect unit is too high, and you cannot set an appropriate input level, adjust the output level of the preamp or effect unit. If your instrument has active-type pickups with a built-in preamp, simply connect it directly.

Connecting an audio player

An audio player or other stereo line input source can be connected to the LINE IN jack.

1. Make sure that the SWITCH button LED (ON/OFF) is off (unlit) in the AUDIO IN 1 row of the REALTIME CONTROLS section.

2. Turn the VOLUME knob of the KROSS all the way to the left, minimizing the volume.

3. Connect your audio player to the LINE IN jack.

Selecting the audio input

Specify and enable the audio input to which you connected your mic, guitar, or audio player as described above.

Note: It's not possible to input audio via both the LINE IN jack and MIC IN jack simultaneously.

1. In REALTIME CONTROLS, use the SELECT button to select AUDIO IN 2.

2. In REALTIME CONTROL, use the SWITCH button to select either MIC (LED lit) or LINE (LED unlit). Only the selected input is enabled.

FUNCTION button while the popup screen is shown during steps 2 and 3, the AUDIO IN -QUICK SETTING- dialog box appears.

Note: The Global setting (G-SET) dialog box is shown above. These input settings are used by the entire KROSS. (see “Global audio input settings (G-SET) and individual settings”)

5. By setting the Direct Send parameter, you can record just the external audio input from a mic connected to the MIC IN jack, without recording the sound of the KROSS's performance. For example if you're rehearsing in the studio, you could record only the band's performance while you play the KROSS.

Direct Send off: The audio input and the KROSS's

performance are mixed and recorded.

Direct Send on: Only the audio input is recorded. The sound of the KROSS's performance is not mixed. (In this case, the audio input sound is not output from audio out.)

6. To save the settings, press the PAGE+ (WRITE GSET) button. A dialog box will appear; press the MENU (OK) button to save the settings.

Adjusting the audio input

1. Select the input. (“Selecting the audio input” on page 22)

2. Use the GAIN to adjust the level of the external audio signal. In REALTIME CONTROLS, use the SELECT button to select AUDIO IN 1, and use the KNOB 1 knob to adjust the volume of the input signal.

So that the sound does not change suddenly while you're performing, the GAIN value does not change until the position of the knob matches the current value. Once you have turned the knob to the position of the current value, you can adjust the value.

3. If you want to change the amount of effect that is applied, adjust MFX2/REVERB in the AUDIO IN 1 row of the REALTIME CONTROLS section. Operating the KNOB 2 knob adjusts the amount that is sent to the MFX2 effect.

Tip: Although it will depend on the settings of the program or combination, Send2 typically applies reverb. For more about effect-related settings, see “Effect settings for audio input” on page 71.

4. To specify the pan, or the amount that is sent to the MFX1 effect, adjust settings in the AUDIO IN QUICK SETTING- dialog box. If you press the

Note: The explanation above is the procedure for saving Global settings (G-SET). (see “Global audio input settings (G-SET) and individual settings”)

7. Press the MENU (DONE) button to return to the page you were in prior to the dialog box.

Global audio input settings (G-SET) and individual settings

The audio input of the KROSS is affected by settings that are shared by the entire instrument (Global settings / G-SET) and by individual settings that are made independently for each program, combination, or MIDI song.

With the factory settings, the programs, combinations, and MIDI songs are set to use G-SET by default. For some sounds, individual settings have been made for the vocoder sound or vocal effect. By opening the AUDIO IN -QUICK SETTING- dialog box, you can check whether that program or combination uses the global settings (G-SET) or its own individual settings.

Tip: Sounds with individual settings are stored in the DRUM/SFX category.

Connections Connecting foot controllers

Connecting foot controllers

If you connect an optional damper pedal, foot switch, or foot pedal, you’ll be able to control the KROSS using your feet.

The AUDIO IN -QUICK SETTING- dialog box can be opened from the FUNCTION (QUICK SETTING) button shown in the lower left when you operate an audio-related parameter in REALTIME CONTROLS.

In the upper left, [G-SET], [PROG] (or [COMBI], [SEQ]) indicate whether the global settings (G-SET) or the individual settings are specified.

Global setting (G-SET)

Individual setting (PROG, COMBI, SEQ)

The global setting dialog box contains a PAGE+ (WRITE GSET) button; by pressing this button you can save the edited settings as global settings. For individual settings, press the MENU (DONE) button to close the dialog box, and use the appropriate Write function to save the settings. For details on how to save, please see “Writing a Program or Combination” on page 122.

Only in the case of input gain (Gain), the global setting (G-SET) and the individual setting are shared. Use the global setting (G-SET) to save the setting. Although you can edit this in the AUDIO IN page or the QUICK SETTING dialog box of each mode, you can’t save it as an individual setting (PROG, COMBI, SEQ).

To create individual settings

In addition to using the AUDIO IN -QUICK SETTINGdialog box, you can also adjust this setting in the INPUT/ CTRL> AUDIO IN page of each mode. For a program, combination, or MIDI song that uses G-SET, the upper left of the screen will show the G-SET indication selected. By clearing this selection you can adjust individual settings.

Connecting a damper pedal

When you press the damper pedal, the notes you’ve pressed will be sustained so that they will continue even after you take your hands off the keyboard. This is also called a sustain pedal; it has the same function as the damper pedal of an acoustic piano.

If the optional Korg DS-1H damper is connected, you’ll be able to take advantage of the “half-damper” effect, where the depth that you press the pedal will vary the amount of damper that’s applied. If any other type of pedal is connected, it will function as a damper switch.

In Combination or Sequencer mode, you can also select settings so that the damper will be applied to some sounds but not to other sounds.

1. Connect a Korg DS-1H damper pedal to the DAMPER jack.

2. Set the polarity of the switch.

In the G-INPUT/CTRL> FOOT page, set the Damper Polarity parameter.

If you’re using the DS-1H, choose the (–) KORG Standard setting. With the factory settings, (–) KORG Standard is selected. If the operation is inverted when you use a foot switch other than the DS-1H, simply set the polarity to the (+) setting.

Note: The half-damper sensitivity is adjusted to a standard value when the KROSS is shipped from the factory. If the half-damper pedal you’re using does not respond appropriately, please adjust the sensitivity. (see page 177 of the Parameter Guide)

Connecting a foot switch

This lets you use a simple foot switch, such as the Korg PS-1 or PS-3, as an assignable controller. The foot switch can perform a wide variety of functions, such as:

• Selecting programs or favorites

• An assignable source for modulating sounds and effects

• Portamento on/off

• Sequencer start/stop or punch in/out

• Starting, pausing, and stopping audio recorder playback or recording

•Tap Tempo

• Arpeggiator on/off

• Switch the Drum Track on/off

• Step sequencer RUN on/off

• Use various KROSS controls (modulation wheel, SW1/ SW2, etc.)

This button will always function in the same way regardless of the Program, Combination, or Song you’ve selected. You can assign the function in the Global/Media mode.

Setup

Using a foot switch to select Programs

You can select programs by using a foot switch connected to the ASSIGNABLE SWITCH jack. By assigning the appropriate function, you can increment or decrement the program number in steps of one.

This lets you change Programs without using your hands– which is great for quick Program changes in live performance situations.

There are two ways of doing this: by assigning the foot switch to Program Up/Down, or to Value Inc/Dec. Each of these is suited to a particular application, as described below.

• Program Up/Down: When performing with the usual MAIN page or the favorites list open

• VALUE Inc/Dec: When performing with the sound select list open

Assigning the foot switch to Program Up/Down

Assigning the foot switch to Program Up or Program Down lets you directly control Program changes from the foot switch. For most situations, this is the more straightforward method.

To set this up:

1. Connect a foot switch to the rear-panel ASSIGNABLE SWITCH jack.

Use an optional PS-1/PS-3 pedal switch.

2. Access the G-INPUT/CTRL> FOOT page.

Now, the foot switch will step through the Programs, one by one.

5. If you want to preserve this setting even when the power is turned off, be sure to Write the data. (see page 124)

6. Press the PROG button to enter PROG> MAIN, and press the foot switch to change the Program.

Note: This setting also works in the same way for selecting combinations or favorites.

Note: With the Program Up/Down method, you can’t switch programs while the sound select list is open. Use the method explained below in “Assigning the foot switch to Value Inc/ Dec”.

Assigning the foot switch to Value Inc/Dec

This lets you use the Assignable Foot Switch to duplicate the functions of the VALUE dial.

This method is convenient if you want to open the Sound select list and switch programs while viewing the program or combination menu.

1. Follow steps 1–2 under “Assigning the foot switch to Program Up/Down,” above.

2. At the top of the page, set the Foot Switch Assign parameter to Value Inc (or Value Dec).

3. Now, the foot switch will act just like you’re turning the VALUE dial.

Note: The foot switch will work like this for the entire KROSS–not just when the Sound select list is open.

Proceed as follows.

Hold down the EXIT button ( ) and press the SEQ button ( ) to enter the GLOBAL/MEDIA mode.

Press the MENU button to access the function list. Use the PAGE+ (▼) and PAGE– (▲) buttons to select GINPUT/CTRL, and press the MENU (OK) button.

Use the PAGE+ (▼) and PAGE– (▲) buttons to select the G-INPUT/CTRL> Foot page, and press the MENU (OK) button.

3. Set “Foot Switch Assign” to either Program Up or Program Down.

If you choose Program Up, the next program number up will be selected each time you press the foot switch.

If you choose Program Down, the next program number down will be selected each time you press the foot switch.

Use the cursor ▲▼ buttons to select Foot Switch Assign. Press the ENTER button to access the list, and use the cursor ▲▼ buttons to select Program Up or Program Down. Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

4. Set the “Foot Switch Polarity” to match the polarity of the pedal you’ve connected.

If you’ve connected the optional PS-1 or PS-3 pedal, choose (–) KORG Standard. Use the cursor ▼ button to select the parameter, and press the ENTER button. The setting will alternate on/off each time you press the button.

Connecting a foot pedal

If you connect an optional EXP-2 foot controller or XVP-10/ XVP-20 expression/volume pedal to the ASSIGNABLE PEDAL jack, you can use it to apply modulation to sounds or effects, or to adjust the overall volume.

This pedal will always function in the same way regardless of the Program, Combination, or Song you’ve selected. You can assign the function in the Global/Media mode.

Like the Assignable Foot Switch, described above, the Foot Pedal can be used for many different functions, including:

• Master Volume

• Channel Volume, Pan, or Expression

• Assignable sound modulation, as several different AMS or Dmod sources

• Effects Send level control

• Use various KROSS controls (Modulation wheel, etc.)

1. Connect an optional XVP-10, XVP-20 or EXP-2 to the ASSIGNABLE PEDAL jacks.

2. Use the Foot Pedal Assign parameter (G-INPUT/ CTRL> FOOT page) to specify the function that will be controlled by the foot pedal.

Adjust settings as explained in “Assigning the foot switch to Program Up/Down”.

+ 122 hidden pages

Korg Kross Operation Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About this manual

Table of Contents

Introduction to the KROSS

Front and rear panels

Front panel

Rear panel

Items in the display

Basic Information

About the KROSS’s modes

Basic operations

Setup

Turning the power on/off

Connecting the AC adapter

Turning the power on

Turning the power off

Using batteries

Connections

Audio connections

Connecting foot controllers