Korg MS2000, MS2000R User Manual

To ensure long, trouble-free operation, please read this manual carefully.

Precautions

Location

Using the unit in the following locations can result in a malfunction.

• In direct sunlight

• Locations of extreme temperature or humidity

• Excessively dusty or dirty locations

• Locations of excessive vibration

Power supply

Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet of the correct voltage. Do not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your unit is intended.

Interference with other electrical devices

This product contains a microcomputer. Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios and televisions.

THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for U.S.A.)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Unauthorized changes or modiﬁcation to this system can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Handling

To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.

Care

If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene or thinner, or cleaning compounds or ﬂammable polishes.

Keep this manual

After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.

Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment

• Never set any container with liquid in it near this equipment. If liquid gets into the equipment, it could cause a breakdown, ﬁre, or electrical shock.

• Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If something does slip into the equipment, unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet. Then contact your nearest Korg dealer or the store where the equipment was purchased.

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Data handling

Unexpected malfunctions can result in the loss of memory contents. Please be sure to save important data on an external data ﬁler (storage device). Korg cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or damage which you may incur as a result of data loss.

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Thank you for purchasing the

Korg MS2000/MS2000R analog modeling synthesizer

trouble-free enjoyment, please read this manual carefully and use the product correctly.

About this manual

How this manual is organized

The

MS2000/MS2000R

lows.

Basic Guide

First read the Basic Guide to learn essential points of operation and basic procedures.

“Introduction” MS2000R

“Front and rear panel”

front panel, and the input/output jacks and switches of the rear panel.

“Connections” MS2000R

computers, pedals, and pedal switches.

“Playing”

(listening to the demos, selecting sounds, using the arpeggiator, etc.).

“Editing”

parameters and global parameters, and describes how the main parameters are edited.

explains the features of the

, and how its modes and programs are organized.

explains how to connect the

to external audio devices, external MIDI devices,

explains basics for playing the

explains the basic procedures for editing sound

Parameter Guide

This section explains the operation of all MS2000/MS2000R parameters and discusses points of which you should be aware for various settings. The explanations are organized by page for each mode.

Refer to this section when an unfamiliar parameter appears, or when you would like to learn more about the functions.

Appendices

This section provides explanations of MIDI-related topics such as the MIDI messages that the use (control changes etc.), as well as a Voice Name List and other information.

owner’s manual is organized as fol-

MS2000/

explains the knobs and keys of the

MS2000/

MS2000/MS2000R

can

Printing conventions in this manual

Knobs and keys [ ]

Knobs and keys on the panel of the MS2000/MS2000R are enclosed in square brackets [ ].

Parameters shown in the LCD screen “ “

Parameters that appear in the LCD screen are enclosed in double quotation marks “ “.

Bold type

Parameter values are printed in bold type. The names of parts of the MS2000/MS2000R and operating procedures are also printed in bold type.

Procedure steps

Steps in a procedure are printed as ● or 1 , 2 , 3 . . .

●

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This indicates a page to which you can refer.

Symbols ,

These symbols respectively indicate points of caution and words of advice.

Display screen

The values of parameters appearing in the display screens printed in this manual are only explanatory examples. They will not necessarily match the values shown in the LCD screen of your instrument.

MIDI-related explanations

CC# is used as an abbreviation for Control Change Number.

In MIDI-related explanations,

brackets [ ]

are in hexadecimal notation.

. . .

numbers enclosed in square

. To ensure

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Basic Guide................................1

Introduction................................................. 2

Main features ..........................................................2

The structure of the MS2000/MS2000R....................2

Modes............................................................................2

Program Play mode............................................................. 2

LCD Edit mode .................................................................... 2

Global mode ......................................................................... 2

How a program is structured...........................................3

Synth programs.................................................................... 3

Vocoder programs............................................................... 4

Front and rear panel ................................... 5

Front panel.....................................................................5

MS2000 .................................................................................. 5

MS2000R ............................................................................... 5

Rear panel......................................................................8

Control panel (MS2000)..................................................9

Connections .............................................. 10

Connecting the AC adapter ...........................................10

Connecting external devices ..........................................10

Connecting pedals and switches ....................................10

Connecting MIDI devices ...............................................10

1. Using the MS2000/MS2000R as a tone generator module 10

2. Playing an external MIDI device................................ 10

3. Setting the MIDI channel (preparations for

playing) .......................................................................... 11

Connections to the AUDIO IN jacks................................11

Connections to a computer/sequencer ...........................11

1. Connecting the MS2000 to a computer/sequencer . 11

2. Connecting the MS2000R to a computer/

sequencer ....................................................................... 11

Playing ..................................................... 12

Turning the power on/off and adjusting the

volume..................................................................12

Listen to the demo performance..............................12

Playing a program.................................................13

MS2000.......................................................................13

1. Select a program ........................................................... 13

2. Changing the pitch sounded by the keyboard in

one-octave steps........................................................... 13

MS2000R.....................................................................14

1. Selecting a program ......................................................14

2. Use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play the

program .......................................................................... 14

3. Changing the pitch sounded by the keys in

one-octave steps ............................................................14

Playing arpeggios.........................................................15

1. Play a program in which the arpeggiator is

turned on ........................................................................ 15

2. Using the knobs and keys to modify the settings.....15

Using MOD SEQUENCE to modify the sound ..................16

1. Playing a program in which MOD SEQUENCE

is on .................................................................................16

2. Checking the parameter that is assigned to each sequence 16

3. Checking the value recorded for each step ...............16

Using external input .....................................................17

1. Modifying an external waveform...............................17

2. Using the vocoder function .........................................17

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

Editing program parameters .................................. 18

Basic editing procedures ...............................................18

1. Editing in Program Play mode....................................18

2. Editing in LCD Edit mode ...........................................18

3. Switching timbres .........................................................19

4. Returning to the state before editing (Compare)......19

5. Writing (saving) an edited program...........................19

Editing a synth program................................................20

1. Specify how notes will be sounded............................20

2. Make oscillator settings................................................20

3. Set the volume of each oscillator.................................21

4. Make filter settings........................................................21

5. Specify time-varying change in the tone ...................22

6. Adjust the output of the timbre ..................................22

7. Specify time-variant changes in volume....................23

8. Make LFO settings ........................................................24

9. Apply modulation to parameters (Virtual Patch) ....24

10. Make MOD SEQUENCE settings ..............................25

Editing effect parameters ..............................................26

1. Modulation effect settings ...........................................26

2. Delay settings.................................................................27

Editing arpeggio parameters.........................................27

Editing vocoder program...............................................28

1. Adjust the mic input audio..........................................28

2. Set the filter ....................................................................28

Changing the program name ........................................29

Editing Global parameters .....................................30

Basic editing procedure.................................................30

Editing parameters .......................................................30

1. Defeat memory protect.................................................30

2. Restoring settings to their factory state......................30

3. Synchronization with external MIDI devices ...........31

4. Saving data on an external device (Data Dump)......31

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Table of Contents

Parameter Guide......................33

Program parameters ................................. 34

1. PROGRAM COMMON Parameters......................34

Page01: COMMON..........................................................34

2. NAME (Program Name) .....................................35

Page02: NAME.................................................................35

3. SYNTH Parameters.............................................35

VOICE ......................................................................35

Page03: VOICE.................................................................35

PITCH....................................................................... 36

Page04: PITCH .................................................................36

OSCILLATOR............................................................. 36

Page05: OSC 1...................................................................36

Page06: OSC 2...................................................................38

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MIXER ...................................................................... 38

Page07: MIXER.................................................................38

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FILTER....................................................................... 39

Page08: FILTER................................................................39

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AMP (Amplifier)........................................................40

Page09: AMP ....................................................................40

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EG (Envelope Generator)........................................... 40

Page10: EG 1 .....................................................................40

Page11: EG 2 .....................................................................40

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LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).................................. 41

Page12: LFO 1...................................................................41

Page13: LFO 2...................................................................41

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VIRTUAL PATCH........................................................ 42

Page14: PATCH1..............................................................42

Page15: PATCH2..............................................................42

Page16: PATCH3..............................................................42

Page17: PATCH4..............................................................42

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MOD SEQUENCE ......................................................42

Page18: SEQ COMMON.................................................42

Page19: SEQ1....................................................................43

Page20: SEQ2....................................................................43

Page21: SEQ3....................................................................43

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EFFECTS.................................................................... 44

Page22: MOD FX..............................................................44

Page23: DELAY FX..........................................................44

Page24: EQ........................................................................44

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ARPEGGIATOR .........................................................45

Page25: ARPEGGIO ........................................................45

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UTILITY .....................................................................46

Page26: UTILITY..............................................................46

4. Vocoder Parameters ..........................................49

VOICE...................................................................... 49

Page03: VOICE................................................................. 49

PITCH....................................................................... 49

Page04: PITCH................................................................. 49

OSCILLATOR............................................................. 49

Page05: OSC 1 ..................................................................49

AUDIO IN 2.............................................................. 49

Page06: AUDIO IN 2....................................................... 49

MIXER...................................................................... 50

Page07: MIXER ................................................................50

FILTER ...................................................................... 50

Page08: FILTER................................................................ 50

AMP ........................................................................ 50

Page09: AMP.................................................................... 50

EG (Envelope Generator)........................................... 51

Page10: EG 1..................................................................... 51

Page11: EG 2..................................................................... 51

LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).................................. 51

Page12: LFO 1 .................................................................. 51

Page13: LFO 2 .................................................................. 51

CH PARAM............................................................... 51

Page14: CH LEVEL ......................................................... 51

Page15: CH PAN .............................................................51

EFFECTS.................................................................... 51

Page16: MOD FX .............................................................51

Page17: DELAY FX.......................................................... 51

Page18: EQ........................................................................ 51

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ARPEGGIATOR ......................................................... 51

Page19: ARPEGGIO........................................................ 51

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UTILITY..................................................................... 51

Page20: UTILITY ............................................................. 51

Global parameters ....................................53

Page1: GLOBAL............................................................... 53

Page2: MEMORY............................................................. 54

Page3: MIDI...................................................................... 54

Page4: MIDI FILTER ....................................................... 55

Page5: CTRL CHANGE.................................................. 56

Page6: PEDAL&SW......................................................... 56

Page7: USER SCALE....................................................... 57

Page8: CALIB................................................................... 57

Appendices............................................... 58

About MIDI............................................................58

MIDI messages transmitted and received by the MS2000/MS2000R 58

MIDI channels.................................................................... 58

Note-on/off ........................................................................ 58

Program change................................................................. 58

Aftertouch........................................................................... 58

Pitch bend ........................................................................... 58

Control changes ................................................................. 59

Arpeggiator ........................................................................ 63

System exclusive messages .............................................. 63

Front panel knob/key control change assignments..... 65

How “Resolution” and “Sync Note” values correspond

to note values........................................................66

Voice Name List.....................................................67

Blank chart............................................................70

Troubleshooting.....................................................73

Specifications and options......................................73

Index ....................................................................74

MIDI Implementation Chart.....................................77

Basic Guide

IntroductionFront and rear panelConnectionsPlayingEditing

Basic Guide

Introduction Front and rear panel Connections Playing Editing

Introduction

Main features

1. Analog modeling system

The MS2000/MS2000R provides eight types of oscillator algorithms, including waveforms of analog synthesizers, and places the most important sound parameters on the front panel so that you can modify sounds as you play or perform a variety of realtime editing, with the same ease of operation as on an analog synthesizer.

2. 128 programs

The MS2000/MS2000R contains a total of 128 programs, with 16

each in banks A–H.

3. Virtual Patch function

Not only EG and LFO, but also velocity and keyboard tracking can be used as modulation sources, and assigned to parameters that make up the sound, giving you even more freedom to create sounds.

4. MOD SEQUENCE

MOD SEQUENCE is a step sequencer that lets you apply time-varying change to sound parameters in a way similar to analog synthesizers of the past.

5. External input waveforms can be processed

A waveform input from the AUDIO IN 1, 2 jacks can be processed in the same way as the internal waveforms.

The structure of the MS2000/MS2000R

Modes

The

MS2000/MS2000R

Program Play mode

A01:MS2000/R Single =120

In this mode you can select and play a program (sound). As you play, you can use the front panel knobs and keys to modify the sound and change the parameter values. You can also use the arpeggiator and MOD SEQUENCE for additional performance possibilities.

LCD Edit mode

Mode: Split

In this mode you can view parameter values in the LCD screen and edit them. Access this mode when you wish to edit parameters that do not correspond to any knob or key on the front panel, or when you wish to make detailed adjustments to a parameter value.

Global mode

has the following three modes.

01A COMMON

6. Vocoder function

If a mic is connected to the AUDIO IN 2 jack, the

MS2000R

In addition to using two 16-bank ﬁlter sets to simulate the vocoder sounds of classic equipment, you can create original vocoder sounds by shifting the ﬁlter frequency, or adjusting the level and pan of individual frequency bands.

can be used as a four voice vocoder.

MS2000/

7. Arpeggiator

The

MS2000/MS2000R

you to produce arpeggios simply by holding down a chord. You can choose from six arpeggio types, and also specify the duration and spacing of the arpeggiated notes.

provides an arpeggiator that allows

1A GLOBAL

Mst.Tune:440.0Hz

In Global mode you can make the following settings.

• Adjust the tuning and edit user scale data

• Specify the functions of the assignable pedal and assignable switch

• Transmit a MIDI exclusive data dump

• Set MIDI and other parameters for the entire the

MS2000/MS2000R

Basic Guide

How a program is structured

The programs of the MS2000/MS2000R can be classiﬁed in one of two categories depending on the Voice mode setting (LCD Edit mode Page 01A: COMMON “Mode”): synth programs whose “Mode” is Single/Dual/Split, and vocoder programs whose “Mode” is Vocoder.

Synth programs

As shown in the diagram below, a synth program consists of timbres, effects, and an arpeggiator.

(in the case of Dual/Split)

Free Assign

KBD Track

Velocity

Free Assign

TIMBRE 1/2

A timbre consists of OSC1/OSC2/NOISE, MIXER, FILTER, AMP, EG, LFO, VIRTUAL PATCH, and MOD SEQUENCE. If the voice mode is Single, only TIMBRE 1 will sound. If the voice mode is Dual or Split, both timbres TIMBRE 1 and TIMBRE 2 will sound.

OSC1/OSC2/NOISE

OSC1 (Oscillator 1) allows you to select from eight different oscillator algorithms, including basic analog synthesizer waveforms such as SAW and PWM, Cross Modulation, and the DWGS (Digital Waveform Generator System) used on the Korg DW-8000 synthesizer. A waveform input from the AUDIO IN 1/2 jacks can also be processed.

OSC2 (Oscillator 2) allows you to select from three types: SAW, SQU, and TRI. It can also be used as a modulator oscillator for the Sync or Ring modulation characteristic of analog synthesizers.

NOISE (Noise Generator) produces white noise. This can be used for sound effects, etc.

MIXER

Here you can adjust the levels of OSC1, OSC2 and NOISE, and send the combined signal to the FILTER.

FILTER

The FILTER cuts or emphasizes frequency components of the signal from the oscillator, thus adjusting the tone (brightness, etc.). These ﬁlter settings will signiﬁcantly affect the sound. You can select from four types of ﬁlter: –12 or –24 dB/oct LPF (Low Pass Filter), –12 dB/oct BPF (Band Pass Filter), or –12 dB/oct HPF (High Pass Filter). Use EG1 to create time-variant changes in cutoff frequency.

AMP

This consists of AMP (Ampliﬁer), DIST (Distortion), and PAN (Panpot).

AMP sets the volume, and PAN sets the stereo location. Use EG2 to create time-variant changes in volume. You can produce hard\harsh tones by turning DIST on. By

adjusting the ﬁlter cutoff and resonance, strong effects can be produced.

EG1/2

An EG (Envelope Generator) applies a time-variant change to a sound parameter.

On the MS2000/MS2000R, there are two EG’s for each timbre. Each EG consists of four parameters: ATTACK (attack time), DECAY (decay time), SUSTAIN (sustain level), and RELEASE (release time).

EG1 is assigned as the envelope source that produces timevariant change in the FILTER cutoff frequency.

EG2 is assigned as the envelope source that produces timevariant change in the AMP volume.

If you wish to assign EG1 and EG2 to other parameters, you can make VIRTUAL PATCH settings to do so.

LFO 1/2

The LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) applies cyclic change to sound parameters.

The MS2000/MS2000R provides two LFO’s for each timbre, each with four waveforms.

LFO1 is assigned as the modulation source for OSC1. LFO2 is assigned as the modulation source for the pitch

modulation controlled by the modulation wheel. If you wish to assign LFO1 and LFO2 to other parameters,

you can make VIRTUAL PATCH settings to do so.

IntroductionFront and rear panelConnectionsPlayingEditing

VIRTUAL PATCH

VIRTUAL PATCH allows you to use not only EG or LFO, but even velocity (keyboard playing dynamics) or keyboard tracking (the area of the keyboard you play) as modulation sources which can be assigned to sound parameters for greater freedom in creating sounds. Four routings (combinations) can be speciﬁed for each timbre.

EFFECTS

Each program has a modulation effect, delay, and equalizer. For a modulation-type effect, you can select from three

effects such as chorus. For a delay effect, you can select from three types of delay,

including a stereo delay.

MOD SEQUENCE

MOD SEQUENCE is a step sequencer that lets you apply time-variant change to various sound parameters in a way similar to analog synthesizers of the past.

Use the sixteen knobs on the front panel to set the value of each step, and playback to make the sound change.

You can also operate the knobs in realtime, and record their movements (parameter values) in each step (Motion Rec function).

Since each timbre can have up to three sequences, you can obtain very complex tonal changes.

ARPEGGIATOR

This is an arpeggiator with six types of arpeggio type. For a program whose voice mode is Dual/Split, arpeggios

can be played on one or both timbres. Since arpeggiator settings can be made for each program,

you can create and save an arpeggio type that is suitable for the sound of that program.

Vocoder programs

Vocoder programs consist of OSC1/NOISE, MIXER, VOCODER SEC., EFFECT, and ARPEGGIATOR. The vocoder takes a signal from the internal tone generator (OSC1/NOISE) or the AUDIO IN 1 jack, applies to it the characteristics of the signal that is input from the AUDIO IN 2 jack, and outputs the result. The most popular use for this is to input a voice from a mic connected to the AUDIO IN 2 jack, in order to create the effect of an instrument speaking.

OSC1/NOISE/AUDIO IN 1 jack (carrier)

The OSC1/NOISE signal will be the carrier to which the vocoder effect is applied. Waveforms that contain large numbers of overtones such as SAW and VOX WAVE are ideal for the carrier waveform.

It is also possible to apply the vocoder effect to a waveform that is input to the AUDIO IN 1 jack together with OSC1/ NOISE.

The volumes of OSC1/NOISE/AUDIO IN are adjusted by the MIXER, and the combined signal is output to the VOCODER SEC.

AUDIO IN 2 jack (modulator)

The signal that is input to the AUDIO IN 2 jack will be the modulator. In general, it is most common for a voice to be input to the modulator, but you can create unique effects by inputting rhythm sounds or other waveforms.

VOCODER SEC.

This consists of two sets of 16 band-pass ﬁlters (ANALYSIS FILTER and SYNTHESIS FILTER) and the ENVELOPE FOLLOWER.

The audio signal from the AUDIO IN 2 jack (modulator) is input to sixteen bandpass ﬁlters (ANALYSIS FILTER), and the ENVELOPE FOLLOWER detects the volume envelope (time-variant change) of each frequency band.

Then, the signal from the internal tone generator or the AUDIO IN 1 jack (carrier) is input to the other set of 16 band-pass ﬁlters (SYNTHESIS FILTER), and processed by the envelopes detected by the ENVELOPE FOLLOWER to modulate the carrier with the features of the voice, producing the impression that the instrument or sound is talking (vocoder effect).

It is also possible to use the FORMANT SHIFT or CUTOFF parameters to change each frequency of the carrier bandpass ﬁlter. This will cause the frequency response curve to be raised or lowered while preserving the character of the modulator, and will dramatically affect the tone.

Front and rear panel

Front panel

The characters printed inverse white on the front panel are vocoder program parameters (LCD Edit mode Page 01A: COMMON “Mode” = Vocoder).

MS2000

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MS2000R

6 7

DEF

6 7

1 POWER/VOLUME

[POWER/VOLUME] knob

This turns the power on/off and adjusts the volume.

2 AUDIO IN

[1/ ] knob

This adjusts the input level of the AUDIO IN 1 jack.

[2/ ] knob

This adjusts the input level of the AUDIO IN 2 jack.

3 OSCILLATOR 1

[WAVE• ] key

This selects the waveform for oscillator 1. The LED for the selected waveform will light.

[CONTROL 1• ] knob

This adjusts a waveform parameter. The parameter will depend on the selected waveform.

[CONTROL 2• ] knob

This adjusts a waveform parameter. The parameter will depend on the selected waveform.

4 OSCILLATOR 2

[WAVE] key

This selects the waveform for oscillator 2. The LED for the selected waveform will light.

6 FILTER

[FILTER TYPE• ] key

For synth programs, this selects the ﬁlter type. The LED for the selected ﬁlter type will light. For vocoder programs, this selects the formant shift. The LED for the selected formant shift will light.

[CUTOFF• ] knob

For synth programs, this sets the ﬁlter cutoff frequency. For vocoder programs, this sets the cutoff frequency of the synthesis filter.

[RESONANCE• ] knob

For synth programs, this sets the amount of ﬁlter resonance. For vocoder programs, this sets the amount of resonance for the synthesis filter.

[EG1 INT• ] knob

For synth programs, this adjusts how much the ﬁlter cutoff frequency will be affected by the time-variant change produced by EG1. For vocoder programs, this adjusts the depth of the modulation that is applied to the cutoff frequency of the synthesis filter. The modulation source can be selected by .

[KBD TRACK• ] knob

For synth programs, this adjusts the ﬁlter keyboard tracking (change in cutoff frequency that will occur according to the keyboard location you play). For vocoder programs, this adjusts the sensitivity of the ENVELOPE FOLLOWER for the vocoder sec.

[OSC MOD] key

This selects how the oscillator 2 will modulate by oscillator 1. The modulated waveform will be output from oscillator 2.

[SEMITONE• ] knob

For synth programs, this sets the pitch of oscillator 2 in semitone steps. For vocoder programs, this sets the output level of the HPF (high pass ﬁlter) that is applied to the signal received at the AUDIO IN 2 jack.

[TUNE• ]knob

For synth programs, this is a ﬁne adjustment for the pitch of oscillator 2. For vocoder programs, this sets the threshold level at which the signal input from the AUDIO IN 2 jack will be cut.

5 MIXER

[OSC1• ] knob

This adjusts the volume of oscillator 1.

[OSC2• ] knob

For synth programs, this adjusts the volume of oscillator

2. For vocoder programs, this adjusts the volume of the signal that is input from the AUDIO IN 1 jack.

[NOISE• ] knob

This adjusts the volume of the noise generator.

7 AMP

[LEVEL• ] knob

For synth programs, this adjusts the volume of each tim- bre. For vocoder programs, this adjusts the volume of the internal tone generator carrier (OSC1/NOISE).

[PAN• ] knob

For synth programs, this sets the output panning for each timbre. For vocoder programs, this sets the level at which the signal from the AUDIO IN 2 jack will be output directly.

[EG 2/GATE] key

This selects the envelope source for the volume.

[DISTORTION• ] key

This switches distortion on/off.

8 ARPEGGIATOR

[TEMPO] knob

This sets the tempo of the arpeggio performance. This setting will also determine the MOD SEQUENCE playback speed, and is used when synchronizing the LFO frequency to the tempo.

[GATE] knob

This adjusts the length of the notes sounded by the arpeggiator.

[ON/OFF] key

This turns the arpeggiator on/off.

Basic Guide

[LATCH] key

If this is on, the arpeggiator will continue playing even if you release your hand from the keyboard.

[RANGE] key

This sets the range in which the arpeggio will be played.

[TYPE] key

This selects the arpeggio type.

9 KEY & DISPLAY

ORIGINAL VALUE LED

When editing, this will light when the value currently selected by the knob or key matches the written value.

LCD

In Program Play mode, this will display information such as the program number and program name. In LCD Edit and Global modes, this will display parameters.

CURSOR [√][®] keys

In LCD Edit and Global modes, these are used to select the parameter that you wish to edit.

[+/YES] [–/NO] keys

In Program Play mode, these are used to select programs. In LCD Edit and Global modes, these are used to set values, and to write or copy data.

PAGE [+][–] keys

These are used to switch pages.

[EDIT] key

This key enters LCD Edit mode. While you are editing a program, you can hold down this key and press the [EXIT] key to return to the original written settings (the Compare function).

[GLOBAL] key

This key enters Global mode By holding down the [EXIT] key and then holding down this key, you can enter Demo mode.

A EFFECTS

[MOD/DELAY• ] key

This selects the effect that will be edited.

[SPEED/TIME• ] knob

This adjusts the modulation speed of the modulation effect or the delay time of the delay effect.

[DEPTH/FEEDBACK• ] knob

This adjusts the effect depth and the amount of feedback.

B LFO1/LFO2

[SELECT• ] key

This selects the LFO waveform.

[FREQUENCY• ] knob

This sets the LFO frequency.

C EG1/EG2

[ATTACK• ] knob

This sets the attack time (rise time).

[DECAY• ] knob

This sets the decay time (the time from when the attack time is completed until the sustain level is reached).

[SUSTAIN• ] knob

This adjusts the sustain level (the level that will be held while the note is sustained).

[RELEASE• ] knob

This sets the release time (the time from when you release the note until it decays).

D PORTAMENTO

[TIME• ] knob

This determines how portamento will be applied.

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[WRITE] key

Use this key to save the settings you edit.

[EXIT] key

From any mode, this key lets you return to Program Play mode. It is also used to cancel a write or copy operation.

0 VIRTUAL PATCH

[SELECT] key

This selects the patch.

[SOURCE• ] key

For synth programs, this selects the modulation source. For vocoder programs, this selects the modulation source that is applied to the synthesis ﬁlter cutoff frequency.

[DESTINATION] key

This selects the parameter to which modulation will be applied.

[PATCH1], [PATCH2], [PATCH3], [PATCH4] knobs

These adjust the depth of modulation.

E MOD SEQUENCE

[ON/OFF] key

This switches the sequence on/off.

[REC] key

Use this when you wish to record realtime knob movements as a sequence.

F TIMBRE SELECT

[SELECT] key

When editing a Dual/Split program, this switches between the two timbres for editing.

G OCTAVE (MS2000), KEYBOARD (MS2000R)

MS2000 OCTAVE [UP], [DOWN] keys

These shift the pitch range of the keyboard in one-octave steps.

MS2000R [KEYBOARD] key

If this key is pressed to make the LED light, you can use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play the program.

H SEQ EDIT/

[SELECT• ] key

For synth programs, this selects a sequence when creating or editing sequence data. When a sequence is selected, use the sixteen knobs at the right to create the sequence data. For a vocoder program, this is used to set the synthesis filter levels and panpot. In this case, the sixteen knobs at the right are used to set the various parameter values.

I BANK (MS2000), BANK/OCTAVE (MS2000R)

MS2000 [UP], [DOWN] keys

Select the program bank.

MS2000R [UP], [DOWN] keys

If the [KEYBOARD] key is off (LED dark), these select the program bank. If the [KEYBOARD] key is on (LED lit), these change the pitches assigned to the SELECT [1]–[16] keys in oneoctave steps.

J SELECT [1]–[16] keys

In Program Play mode, use these to select programs. In LCD Edit mode, use these to select pages. On the MS2000R, turning the [KEYBOARD] key on (LED lit) will cause these keys to function as a convenience MIDI keyboard, which you can use to play the program.

K PHONES jack (MS2000R)

Connect a set of headphones to this jack.

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1 OUTPUT

L/MONO, R jacks

Connect these to your powered monitor speakers, stereo amp, mixer, or multitrack recorder. If you are playing in mono, make connections to the L/MONO jack.

2 AUDIO IN

AUDIO IN 1 jack

For synth programs, connect a synthesizer or audio device here. The input signal can be used as the oscillator 1 waveform. For vocoder programs, this will be the input jack for the external carrier of the vocoder.

AUDIO IN 2 jack

For synth programs, connect a synthesizer or audio device here. This can be used together with the AUDIO IN 1 jack as the oscillator 1 waveform. For vocoder programs, connect a mic to this jack, and input the modulator audio signal.

3 ASSIGNABLE

SWITCH jack

Connect a switch pedal here.

PEDAL jack

Connect a volume pedal (expression pedal) here.

4 MIDI

MIDI IN connector

MIDI data is received at this connector. Connect it to an external MIDI device.

MIDI OUT connector

MIDI data is transmitted from this connector. Connect it to an external MIDI device.

MIDI THRU connector

MIDI data received at MIDI IN is re-transmitted without change from this connector. Use it when you wish to connect three or more MIDI devices.

[AUDIO IN 2 Level] switch

Set this according to the input source that is connected to the AUDIO IN 2 jack. If a mic is connected, set this to MIC. If a synthesizer or audio device is connected, set this to LINE.

5 DC 9V

Connect the included AC adapter here.

6 Cable hook

Wrap the AC adapter power cable around this to prevent accidental disconnection. When unwrapping the cable from the hook, do not apply excessive force to the cable.

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Control panel (MS2000)

1 PITCH BEND wheel

This controls the pitch.

2 MODULATION wheel

This controls the modulation depth. With the factory settings, it will control the depth of the modulation applied by the LFO2 to the oscillator pitch.

3 PHONES jack

A set of headphones can be connected here.

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AC adapter (included)

Connect to an AC outlet

Connections

MIDI IN

MIDI keyboard, tone generator module, sampler etc.

Be sure to turn off the power of all devices before making connections. Failing to take this precaution may cause your speaker system to be damaged, or may cause malfunctions.

MIDI OUT

Connecting the AC adapter

Connect the included AC adapter. After you have connected the AC adapter to the MS2000/ MS2000R, plug it into an AC outlet.

Connecting external devices

Connect the OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) of the MS2000/ MS2000R to your audio system (mixer, powered monitor

system etc.). In order to take full advantage of the potential of the MS2000/MS2000R, we recommend that you use stereo output. If you are making monaural connections, use the L/MONO jack.

Monitor speakers

(amplified)

b. ASSIGNABLE SWITCH jack

If you wish to use a pedal switch to change programs, to change the octave up/down, or to turn portamento or the arpeggiator on/off, connect a PS-1 switch pedal (sold separately) or DS-1H damper pedal (sold separately). The function that will be controlled is determined by the “A.SwFunc” setting in Global mode Page 6B: PEDAL&SW (☞Parameter guide p.56). With the factory settings, this is set to Damper.

Connecting MIDI devices

If you wish to connect the MS2000/MS2000R to an external MIDI device, use a MIDI cable to make connections.

1. Using the MS2000/MS2000R as a tone generator module

To use the MS2000/MS2000R as a tone generator module, use a MIDI cable to connect the MS2000/MS2000R’s MIDI IN connector to the MIDI OUT of the external MIDI device.

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

Connecting pedals and switches

By connecting a volume pedal and a switch pedal you can expand your performance possibilities. Connect a pedal and/or switch pedal as necessary. You can set the polarity of the pedal in Global mode Page 6: PEDAL&SW. (☞Parameter guide p.56)

a. ASSIGNABLE PEDAL jack

If you wish to use a pedal to control breath control, volume, pan, or expression, connect an EXP-2 expression pedal (sold separately) or an XVP-10 EXP/VOL pedal (sold separately) etc. The function that will be controlled is determined by the “A.Pedal” setting in Global mode Page 6A: PEDAL&SW (☞Parameter guide p.56). With the factory settings, this is set to Exp Pdl.

External MIDI device

MS2000/MS2000R

2. Playing an external MIDI device

If you wish to play an external MIDI device from the keyboard of the MS2000 or from the SELECT [1]–[16] keys of the MS2000R, use a MIDI cable to connect the MIDI OUT connector of the MS2000/MS2000R to the MIDI IN connector of the external MIDI device.

MIDI OUT

MS2000/MS2000R

MIDI IN

External MIDI device

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3. Setting the MIDI channel (preparations for playing)

If you are using the MS2000/MS2000R as a tone generator module, or if you are using the MS2000 as a master keyboard to play an external MIDI device, you must set the MIDI channel of the MS2000/MS2000R to match the MIDI channel of the external MIDI device before you can begin playing.

Use the following procedure to set the MIDI channel.

a. Check the connections

● Make sure that the MS2000/MS2000R is correctly con-

nected to the external MIDI device (☞p.10).

b. Set the MIDI channel of the MS2000/MS2000R

The Global MIDI channel of the MS2000/MS2000R is set in Global mode Page 3A: MIDI “MIDI Ch.”

1 Press the [GLOBAL] key.

You will enter Global mode.

2 Press the SELECT [5] key.

Page 3A: MIDI “MIDI Ch” will appear in the LCD screen.

3A MIDI

MIDI Ch:01

With the factory settings, the global MIDI channel is set to 1.

3 Use the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys to set the MIDI channel. 4 Press the [EXIT] key to return to Program Play mode.

c. Set the MIDI channel of the connected device

Set the MIDI channel of the connected external MIDI device to match the MIDI channel you set for the MS2000/ MS2000R.

For the procedure, refer to the owner’s manual of the connected device.

Global parameters that you edit will return to their unedited setting if you turn off the power without saving. To save your edits, you must perform the Write operation. (☞p.30)

Connections to a computer/ sequencer

1. Connecting the MS2000 to a computer/ sequencer

If you wish to perform on the MS2000 keyboard, record your performance on a computer or sequencer, and then play back the performance on the MS2000 (i.e., using the MS2000 as both a MIDI keyboard for input and as a MIDI tone generator), connect the MS2000 to your computer/ sequencer using a MIDI interface as shown below.

MIDI interface

Computer

MIDI IN

If the echo back setting of the sequencer is turned on, duplicate notes will be sounded when you play the MS2000 keyboard. To prevent this, turn the Global mode Page 3B: MIDI “Local” setting OFF to break the connection inside the MS2000. However, be aware that if “Local” is OFF, it will not be possible to play the MS2000 by itself.

MIDI OUT

MS2000

2. Connecting the MS2000R to a computer/sequencer

If you wish to connect the MS2000R to a computer/ sequencer, use a MIDI interface to connect the MS2000R, master keyboard, and computer as shown below.

MIDI IN

MIDI interface

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Connections to the AUDIO IN jacks

If you wish to modify the sound of an external synthesizer, sampler or other audio source or want use the MS2000/ MS2000R as a vocoder, connect your equipment to the AUDIO IN jack(s). For details on connections and settings, refer to the Basic Guide section entitled “Using external input” (☞p.17).

Computer

MIDI IN

MS2000R

In order to connect to your computer, you will need a MIDI interface. Please purchase an interface suitable for your computer. For details on connections between your computer and MIDI interface, and on MIDI port settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your MIDI interface.

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

MIDI OUT

MIDI keyboard

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= DEMO SONG #1 = Demo Song No.1

Turning the power on/off and adjusting the volume

a. Turn on the power

Before turning on the power of the MS2000/MS2000R, turn off the power of the connected devices.

1 Rotate the [POWER/VOLUME] knob to turn on the

power.

The Program Play mode screen will appear. When the power is ﬁrst turned on, you will always be in Program Play mode. The upper line of the LCD will show the bank, number, and name of the program. The lower line will show the voice mode of the program, and the tempo.

Program bank and number

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2 Turn on the power of the connected devices.

b. Adjust the volume

● Rotate the [POWER/VOLUME] knob to an appropriate

level.

The headphone volume is also adjusted by this knob.

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Tempo

Program name

Listen to the demo performance

The MS2000/MS2000R contains several demo songs. Listen to the demo songs to hear the rich sounds and their expressive potential.

a. Play back the demo songs

● Hold down the [EXIT] key and the [GLOBAL] key for

approximately one second.

Hold down the [EXIT] key, and then press and hold the [GLOBAL] key. The demo songs will begin playing consecutively, starting with the ﬁrst song. The LCD screen will show the song name.

b. Select a demo song

● During playback, use the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys.

The demo song will change. The LCD screen will indicate the name of the selected demo song.

c. Exit the demo performance

● Press the [EXIT] key.

You will return to Program Play mode.

c. Turn off the power

1 Turn off the power of the connected devices. 2 Rotate the [POWER/VOLUME] knob all the way to the

left.

Rotate it until it clicks off. The power of the MS2000/MS2000R will be off.

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Playing a program

Here’s how to select and play a program. The MS2000/MS2000R contain a total of 128 programs, with 16 programs in each of eight banks (A–H). You can select programs in Program Play mode. If the LCD screen shows that you are in LCD Edit mode or Global mode, press the [EXIT] key. The method of changing the program or pitch differs between the MS2000 and the MS2000R. Also, the SELECT [1]–[16] keys can be used to play a program only on the MS2000R.

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1. Select a program

There are two ways to select a program.

a. Using the BANK [UP] [DOWN] keys and the SELECT

[1]–[16] keys

This method lets you directly select the desired program.

1 Use the BANK [UP] [DOWN] keys to select the desired

program bank.

Pressing these keys will switch between banks A–H. The selected bank will be shown in the LCD screen.

2 Use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to select the desired pro-

gram number.

The numbers above each key correspond to the program number.

b. Using the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys

● Press the [+/YES] key.

Each time you press the key, the program number will increase by one.

● Press the [–/NO] key.

Each time you press the key, the program number will decrease by one.

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2. Changing the pitch sounded by the keyboard in one-octave steps

The pitch assigned to the keyboard can be changed over a range of ±2 octaves.

a. Raising the pitch

● Press the OCTAVE [UP] key.

Pressing the key once will make the key LED light green, and the pitch will be one octave higher. Pressing the key twice will make the key LED light red, and the pitch will be two octaves higher. To return to the original pitch, press the [DOWN] key.

b. Lowering the pitch

● Press the OCTAVE [DOWN] key.

Pressing the key once will make the key LED light green, and the pitch will be one octave lower. Pressing the key twice will make the key LED light red, and the pitch will be two octaves lower. To return to the original pitch, press the [UP] key.

The setting of the BANK/OCTAVE [UP][DOWN] keys cannot be saved for individual programs. If you wish to change the pitch for a speciﬁc program, use the LCD Edit mode Page 04A: PITCH “Transpose” parameter. (☞Parameter guide p.36, Page 04A: PITCH “Transpose”)

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1, 2

A A#B C

C#D D#E F F#G G

1. Selecting a program

There are two ways to select a program.

a. Using the BANK/OCTAVE [UP] [DOWN] keys and

the SELECT [1]–[16] keys

This method lets you directly select the desired program.

1 Press the [KEYBOARD] key to make the key LED go

dark.

2 Use the BANK/OCTAVE [UP] [DOWN] keys to select

the desired program bank.

Pressing these keys will switch between banks A–H. The selected bank will be shown in the LCD screen.

3 Use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to select the desired pro-

gram number.

The numbers above each key correspond to the program number.

b. Using the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys

● Press the [+/YES] key.

Each time you press the key, the program number will increase by one.

● Press the [–/NO] key.

Each time you press the key, the program number will decrease by one.

2. Use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play the program

On the MS2000R, you can use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play the program.

1 Press the [KEYBOARD] key to make the key LED

light.

2 Press the SELECT [1]–[16] keys.

The program will sound. The correspondence between

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the SELECT [1]–[16] keys and their pitches is shown in the illustration above.

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3. Changing the pitch sounded by the keys in one-octave steps

The pitch assigned to the SELECT [1]–[16] keys can be changed over a range of ±2 octaves.

This setting has no effect on the pitches that will be generated by a MIDI keyboard or other external MIDI devices that are connected to the MS2000R.

● Before you begin, press the [KEYBOARD] key to make

the key LED light.

a. Raising the pitch

● Press the BANK/OCTAVE [UP] key.

b. Lowering the pitch

● Press the BANK/OCTAVE [DOWN] key.

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Playing arpeggios

The MS2000/MS2000R contain a built-in arpeggiator that sounds an arpeggiated (broken) chord when you hold down a chord on the keyboard.

When you hold down a chord on the keyboard, it will be sounded as shown at right (Arpeggio Type: Up)

1. Play a program in which the arpeggiator is turned on

Some of the factory preset programs have the arpeggiator turned on. Here’s how to select and play one of these programs.

1 Select a program for which the ARPEGGIATOR [ON/

OFF] key is lit.

Programs for which the [ON/OFF] key is lit have the arpeggiator turned on. The arpeggio type and other settings will be appropriate for the sound of the program.

2 Hold down a chord on the keyboard.

An arpeggio will begin playing. On the MS2000R if you press the [KEYBOARD] key to

make the key LED light, you will be able to use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play arpeggios (☞p.14 “2. Use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to play the program”).

2. Using the knobs and keys to modify the settings

You can use the front panel knobs and keys to modify the arpeggiator settings.

Each time you press the key, the setting will alternate between on and off.

c. Setting the pitch range of the arpeggio

1 Press the [RANGE] key.

The pitch range will be displayed in the lower line of the LCD screen. Each time you press the key, the pitch range will change between 1–4 octaves.

2 Press the [EXIT] key.

The previous LCD screen will reappear.

d. Selecting the arpeggio type

1 Press the [TYPE] key.

The lower line of the LCD screen will show the arpeggio type. Each time you press the key, the arpeggio type will change.

2 Press the [EXIT] key.

The previous LCD screen will reappear.

e. Adjusting the note length (gate time)

● Rotate the [GATE] knob.

Rotating the knob toward the right will lengthen the notes, and rotating it toward the left will shorten them.

f. Adjusting the arpeggiator playback speed

● Rotate the [TEMPO] knob.

Rotating the knob toward the right will speed up the playback speed, and rotating it toward the left will slow down the playback speed. The selected speed will be shown in the lower left of the LCD screen.

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a. Turning the arpeggiator on (off)

● Press the ARPEGGIATOR [ON/OFF] key.

When the [ON/OFF] key is lit, the arpeggiator is on. When it is dark, the arpeggiator is off. Each time you press the key, the setting will alternate between on and off.

b. Maintaining the arpeggiator after you release your

hand from the keyboard

● Press the [LATCH] key to make the key LED light

(LATCH is on).

When LATCH is on, the arpeggiator will continue playing even after you release your hand from the keyboard.

b c d

The LED located above the [TEMPO] knob will blink at quarter note intervals of the MS2000/MS2000R’s internal clock.

The playback speed of the arpeggiator can be synchronized to an external MIDI device. (☞Parameter Guide p.54, Global parameter Page 3C: MIDI “Clock”)

g. Other arpeggiator-related settings

The arpeggiator also allows you to set the “Key Sync,” “Resolution,” and “Swing.” For details on these parameters, refer to p.27 of the Basic Guide, Editing section “Editing arpeggio parameters,” and Parameter Guide p.45, Program parameters “■ ARPEGGIATOR.”

Using MOD SEQUENCE to modify the sound

1. Playing a program in which MOD SEQUENCE is on

Some of the factory preset programs contain sequence data. Here’s how to select and play these programs.

1 Select a program whose MOD SEQUENCE [ON/OFF]

key is lit.

Programs whose MOD SEQUENCE [ON/OFF] key is lit contain sequence data.

For some programs, both the sequence and the arpeggiator will be on, but for this example we recommend that you select a program in which only the sequence is on.

2 Play the keyboard.

The program will sound, and the sequence will begin playing to modify the sound. The SELECT [1]–[16] keys will light consecutively to indicate the step that is currently playing.

3 Rotate the [TEMPO] knob.

The speed at which the sound is modiﬁed will change.

3. Checking the value recorded for each step

Here’s you to use the sixteen knobs to check the value that is recorded for each step.

1 Press the SEQ EDIT [SELECT] key to select a sequence

(SEQ 1–3).

2 Rotate the sixteen knobs located beside the SEQ EDIT

LED so that the ORIGINAL VALUE LED is lit.

The number shown below each knob corresponds to the sequence step. As you rotate each knob, the position where the ORIGINAL VALUE LED lights will be the value that was recorded at that step of the sequence.

The value of each step represents the change from the written or currently-set value of the parameter.

If the SEQ EDIT [SELECT] key has selected a sequence (SEQ 1–3), you can use the sixteen knobs located beside the SEQ EDIT LED to edit the data of each step.

2. Checking the parameter that is assigned to each sequence

Here’s how to check the parameter that is assigned to each sequence.

● Press the SEQ EDIT [SELECT] key to select a sequence

(SEQ 1–3).

The LED of the selected sequence will light, and the assigned parameter will be displayed in the LCD screen.

If “Cutoff” is assigned to SEQ1

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If all LED’s are dark, no sequence is selected (sequence select is off). In this case, the voice mode and tempo of the program will be displayed. In Program Play mode, you can only check the assigned parameters. To assign a parameter, use LCD Edit mode (☞Basic Guide p.25, Edit section “b. Specify sequence data for each step”).

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Using external input

1. Modifying an external waveform

A waveform from an external device connected to the AUDIO IN jack can be modiﬁed in the same way as an internal waveform.

Before you connect an external device, turn off the power of both devices, and set the MS2000/MS2000R’s AUDIO IN [1/ ] knob to 0.

1 Connect the external device.

OUT

MIDI

Synthesizer, sampler etc.

2 Turn on the power of both devices. 3 Set the MIDI channel of the MS2000/MS2000R and the

MIDI channel of the connected MIDI device to the same channel.

For details on setting the MS2000/MS2000R’s MIDI channel, refer to Basic Guide p.11, Connections “3. Setting the MIDI channel (preparations for playing).”

4 Press the OSCILLATOR 1 [WAVE] key to make the

AUDIO IN LED light.

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2. Using the vocoder function

Here’s how to select a vocoder program (a program whose voice mode is Vocoder), and try out the vocoder function.

a. Using an internal waveform as the carrier

Before you connect a mic, turn off the power, and set the MS2000/MS2000R’s AUDIO IN [2/ ] knob to 0.

1 Connect a mic to the AUDIO IN 2 jack.

Mic

2 Set the rear panel [AUDIO IN 2 Level] switch to the

MIC position.

3 Turn on the power of the MS2000/MS2000R. 4 Select a vocoder program.

Programs for which the lower left of the LCD screen indicates Vocoder are vocoder programs.

5 Input a voice from the mic, and adjust AUDIO IN [2/

] so that the LED does not light red.

By rotating the [ ] knob you can directly output the voice that was input. Make adjustments while listening to the voice that is input.

6 While inputting a voice, play the keyboard.

The sound with the vocoder effect will be output. If you are unable to hear the effect, try adjusting the AMP [ ] knob or the MIXER [ ] knob. For details on vocoder editing, refer to Basic Guide p.28, Editing section “Editing vocoder program.”

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5 Input a waveform from the connected external device,

and adjust the AUDIO IN [1/ ] knob so that the LED does not light red.

6 Operate the knobs and keys of the FILTER, AMP, EG,

and LFO to modify the input waveform.

For details on parameter settings, refer to Basic Guide p.20 “Editing a synth program.”

Pitch-related parameters will not apply to the waveform from the AUDIO IN jack.

b. Using an external waveform as the carrier

If you wish to use a waveform that is input from an external device as the carrier, make settings as described in both of the previous sections “1. Modifying an external waveform” and “2. Using the vocoder function.”

Make connections as shown below.

Mic

OUT

MIDI

Synthesizer, sampler etc.

OUTPUT

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Editing program parameters

Programs consist of a large number of parameters. In order to create a program from scratch, you will need to understand all of these parameters. Instead of this, we suggest that you select a factory preset program, and try editing it in order to understand each parameter.

Basic editing procedures

The basic procedures for editing are explained below. You can edit a program in Program Play mode or in LCD Edit mode.

1. Editing in Program Play mode

In Program Play mode, you can not only select and play a program, but also use the front panel knobs and keys to edit the sound of the program as you play, for example by adjusting the ﬁlter cutoff or slightly slowing the attack.

The parameters that correspond to each key will change value or be switched on/off each time you press the key, and their status will be shown by the LED or in the LCD screen.

The parameters that correspond to each knob can be adjusted in “analog” fashion as indicated by the markings around the knob.

For both knobs and keys, the ORIGINAL VALUE LED will light when their setting matches the original written value.

2. Editing in LCD Edit mode

Use LCD Edit mode to edit parameters for which there is no knob or key, or to edit while checking the parameter value in the LCD screen.

a. Enter LCD Edit mode

● Press the [EDIT] key.

You will enter LCD Edit mode. The upper line of the LCD screen will show the page number and the page name. The lower line will show the parameter name and value.

Page number

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Parameter name

Page name

Parameter value

b. Select a page

LCD Edit mode consists of multiple pages. Use the PAGE [+][–] keys and the SELECT [1]–[16] keys to select pages.

● Press the PAGE [+] or [–] key.

Each time you press the key, the next or previous page will appear.

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● Press a SELECT [1]–[16] key

You will move directly to the page of the desired parameter. The SELECT [1]–[16] keys correspond to pages as shown below.

Key Page

SELECT [1] Page01A: COMMON “Mode” SELECT [2] Page03A: VOICE “Assign” SELECT [3] Page04A: PITCH “Transpose” SELECT [4] Page05A: OSC 1 “Wave”

SELECT [5]

SELECT [6]

SELECT [7] Page09A: AMP “Level” SELECT [8] Page10A: EG 1 “Attack” SELECT [9] Page12A: LFO 1 “Wave”

SELECT [10]

SELECT [11]

SELECT [12]

SELECT [13]

SELECT [14]

SELECT [15]

SELECT [16]

There are some pages to which the SELECT [1]–[16] keys do not correspond. To access such a page, use the SELECT [1]–[16] keys in conjunction with the PAGE [+][–] keys. For example if you wish to access Page 11A: EG 2 “Attack” in the LCD screen, press the SELECT [8] key and then press the PAGE [+] key.

Page06A: OSC 2 “Wave” (Single/Dual/Split) Page06A: AUDIO IN 2 “Gate Sense” (Vocoder)

Page08A: FILTER “Type” (Single/Dual/Split) Page08A: FILTER “Formant Shift” (Vocoder)

Page14A: PATCH 1 “Source: Dest” (Single/Dual/Split) Page14A: CH LEVEL “CH: Level” (Vocoder)

Page18A: SEQ COMMON “Last STEP” (Single/Dual/Split) Page15A: CH PAN “CH: Pan” (Vocoder)

Page22A: MOD FX “Type” (Single/Dual/Split) Page16A: MOD FX “Type” (Vocoder)

Page23A: DELAY FX “Type” (Single/Dual/Split) Page17A: DELAY FX “Type” (Vocoder)

Page24A: EQ “LowEQFreq” (Single/Dual/Split) Page18A: EQ “LowEQFreq” (Vocoder)

Page25A: ARPEGGIO “Type” (Single/Dual/Split) Page19A: ARPEGGIO “Type” (Vocoder)

Page26A: UTILITY “InitProgram” (Single/Dual/Split) Page20A: UTILITY “InitProgram” (Vocoder)

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c. Select a parameter

If Global mode Page 2C: Memory “Page Jump” is turned ON, operating a front panel knob in LCD Edit mode will cause the LCD screen to jump automatically to that parameter. (With the factory settings, this is ON.)

● Press the CURSOR [√] or [®] key.

When you press the key, the parameter will change. The cursor will blink at the beginning of the parameter value. If the parameter no longer changes when you press the CURSOR [®] key, you have reached the last parameter in that page.

01A COMMON

Mode: Single

If there are two parameters in a single screen, use the CURSOR[√][®] keys to move the cursor to the parameter that you wish to modify.

In some cases, the setting of one parameter may cause the number of parameters in the page to change. For example if the Page 01A: COMMON “Mode” parameter is set to Split instead of Single, there will be two additional parameters: “Timbre Voice” and “Split Point.” In conjunction with this, the alphabetical character following the page number will also change. (In the case of Single, Page 01B: COMMON will be “Scale.” In the case of Split, Page 01B: COMMON will be “Timbre Voice.”)

01A COMMON

Mode: Single

01A COMMON

Mode: Split

d. Input the value

● Use the front panel knobs or keys, or the [+/YES]

[–/NO] keys to input the value.

Normally you will use the front panel knobs and keys. If the parameter has no corresponding knob or key, or if you wish to edit the setting in detail, you can use the [+/ YES] [–/NO] keys. Each time you press the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys, the value will increase or decrease in steps of one. If you hold down the [+/YES] key and press the [–/NO] key, the value will increase in steps of ten. If you hold down the [–/NO] key and press the [+/YES] key, the value will decrease in steps of ten.

e. Return to Program Play mode

● Press the [EXIT] key.

You will return to Program Play mode.

14A PATCH1

EG 1 >Pitch

01B COMMON

Scale:Equal Temp

01C COMMON

Scale Key: C

14A PATCH1

EG 1 >Pitch

01B COMMON

Scale:Equal Temp

01B COMMON

Timbre Voice:2+2

3. Switching timbres

For a program whose voice mode is Dual/Split, you can select the timbre that you wish to edit.

● Press the TIMBRE SELECT [SELECT] key.

The LED of the selected timbre will light. Each time you press the key, the timbre will change. The front panel knobs and keys and the parameters shown in the LCD screen will apply to the selected timbre.

4. Returning to the state before editing (Compare)

While editing a program, you can temporarily return to the settings that were written before you edited them.

1 While holding down the [EDIT] key, press the [EXIT]

key.

The lower line of the LCD screen will indicate “COMPARE” and you will return to the state of the settings before they were edited. The upper line of the display will indicate the program number and program name.

2 Press the [EXIT] key.

You will return to Program Play mode.

5. Writing (saving) an edited program

If you turn off the power or change to a different program without saving your edited program or arpeggiator settings, they will be lost. To save a program, you must perform the Write operation.

Before you begin the Write process, turn the Global mode Page 2A: Memory “Protect” setting OFF (with the factory settings this is ON). (☞p.30 “1. Defeat memory protect”)

1 In Program Play mode or LCD Edit mode, press the

[WRITE] key.

The upper line of the LCD will continue to show what had been displayed when you pressed [WRITE] key. (In the ﬁgure below, the [WRITE] key was pressed in LCD Edit mode Page 01A: COMMON.) The lower line of the LCD will indicate the writing destination program number (the number of the program that you edited).

If you decide to cancel the Write operation, press the [EXIT] key.

2 Use the [+/YES] [–/NO] keys to select the writing desti-

nation program number.

If you do not need to change the writing destination, proceed to step 3.

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