Korg PX5D User Manual 2
Owner’s manual
Manuel d’utilisation
Bedienungsanleitung
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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
• Close to magnetic fields
Power supply
Please connect the designated AC adapter 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
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience
reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable
distance from radios and televisions.
Handling
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the
switches or controls.
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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 adapter from the wall outlet. Then contact
your nearest Korg dealer or the store where the equipment was purchased.
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for USA)
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.
Notice regarding disposal (for EU)
If this “crossed-out trash can” symbol is shown
on the product or in the operating manual, you
must dispose of the product in an appropriate
way. Do not dispose of this product along with
your household trash. By disposing of this product correctly, you can avoid environmental harm
or health risk. The correct method of disposal
will depend on your locality, so please contact
the appropriate local authorities for details.
* Company names, product names, and names of formats
etc. are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
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Table of Contents
Precautions ............................................... 2
Introduction ..............................................6
Main features ........................................... 6
Turning on the power ................................ 7
Controls and connectors ............................8
LCD screen ................................................................ 10
Making connections ................................11
Connecting to your Computer .............................. 13
Using the editor software ............................................... 13
Transferring audio data .................................................. 13
Initial Settings ......................................... 15
Quick Edit ................................................................. 15
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Play mode ..............................................16
Selecting a program ................................................16
PROGRAM MEMORY [A], [B], [C], [D] buttons ......... 16
Using foot switches to select programs ......................... 16
Master level ............................................................... 16
Bypass/Mute ............................................................. 17
Tuner ...........................................................................17
Specifying the function of the Value encoder .. 18
Key Lock function ................................................... 18
Rhythm & Bass mode ..............................19
PTN (Pattern play) ...................................................19
CHAIN (Chain play) ...............................................21
SONG (Song play)................................................... 23
Phrase Trainer mode ...............................25
Select the recording mode ..................................... 25
Recording ..................................................................26
Playback .....................................................................27
Pause ...........................................................................27
Saving .........................................................................27
Edit mode ...............................................28
Select the effect that you wish to edit................. 28
Editing each effect ...................................................28
DYNA: Dynamics & Pickup Modeling ......................... 28
AMP: Amp Modeling ...................................................... 29
CAB: Cabinet Modeling .................................................. 29
MOD: Modulation & Filter Effect Modeling ................ 30
DLY: Delay Modeling ...................................................... 30
DLY: Delay Time .............................................................. 30
REV: Reverb Modeling.................................................... 30
NR: Noise reduction ........................................................ 31
RENAME .......................................................................... 31
WRITE ............................................................................... 31
Utility mode ............................................ 32
Select a utility function ..........................................32
Change settings for each utility function .......... 32
BACKLIGHT: LCD backlight on/off ............................ 32
KEY-TRN: Key transpose................................................ 32
KTR+BC: Key transpose + bass cancel .......................... 33
AMP/LIN: Amp/line select ........................................... 33
FOOTSW: Foot switch pedal settings............................ 34
USBSEND: USB Send ...................................................... 35
USB RCV: USB Receive ................................................... 35
AUX>USB: USB audio interface .................................... 35
MIDDRUM: MIDI Drum/Bass ...................................... 36
Loading the factory-set data ................... 36
Effect Parameter List ............................... 37
DYNA: Dynamics & Pickup modeling ............... 37
AMP: Amp Modeling ............................................. 39
CAB: Cabinet modeling ......................................... 43
MOD: Modulation & Filter Effect Modeling ....45
DLY: Delay Modeling ............................................. 49
REV: Reverb Modeling........................................... 50
Preset Program Names ........................... 51
Rhythm Pattern List ................................. 52
Troubleshooting ...................................... 53
Specifications.......................................... 55
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the KORG PANDORA PX5D
personal multi-effect processor. In order to enjoy your
PANDORA PX5D, please read this owner’s manual care-
fully and retain it for future reference.
Main features
The PX5D is a versatile multi-effect unit that packs an
incredible range of guitar amps, bass amps and effects
into a compact unit which utilizes Korg’s proprietary
“
” modeling technology to create detailed and
powerful modeling sounds.
180 types of effect variations with a maximum of seven
effects that can be used simultaneously.
IPE (Integrated Parameter Edit) allows effects to be
quickly edited.
100 user and 100 preset programs
Control dials
The PX5D includes 18 types of guitar amp models, 10
types of bass amp models, and 6 type of synths, each of
which can be edited quickly and easily.
Backlit LCD
The large LCD screen can be easily viewed even in dark
locations.
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Auto Tuner function
This feature makes tuning fast and easy. You can also
tune without being heard (i.e., while muted).
Rhythm and Bass function
128 types of rhythm and bass patterns or a metronome
can be used. 16 multiple patterns can also be connected
for successive playback.
Phrase Trainer function
You can use Rhythm & Bass mode to specify a rhythm
pattern, play along with this rhythm pattern from an audio source connected to the AUX jack or USB connector
or on your guitar (or bass) connected to the INPUT jack
while you record the result, and then play back the recording as a loop (maximum of approximately 80 seconds). The playback speed can also be slowed down
without affecting the pitch of the audio. The rhythm selected in Rhythm & Bass mode and the effect output can
also be recorded simultaneously.
AUX pitch function
This lets you modify the pitch of audio from the AUX
jack or USB connector (Key Transpose function) or cancel the low-frequency region (Bass Cancel function).
TAP/BYPASS button
You can easily set the Delay Time or the tempo of the
Rhythm & Bass function to match the tempo of the song.
Value encoder
This lets you rapidly select programs or edit the effects.
USB-MIDI, USB audio interface function
If you use the included USB cable to connect the PX5D
to your computer, you’ll be able to use the editor software* to edit the PX5D or transfer audio data between
the PX5D and your computer.
*: You can download the editor software from the Korg
website (http://www.korg.com/). Expected to become
available in October, 2007.
Turning on the power
Remove the battery cover located on the bottom of the
PX5D by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. Insert
two AA alkaline batteries as shown in the illustration. Be
sure to insert the batteries observing the correct polarity.
What is
(Resonant structure and Electronic circuit
Modeling System) is KORG’s proprietary sound
modeling technology which precisely reproduces the
complex character and nature of both acoustic and
electric instruments as well as electronic circuits in
real world environments.
variety of sound generation characteristics including
instrument bodies, speakers & cabinets, acoustic
fields, microphones, vacuum tubes, transistors, etc.
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emulates a wide
Battery Low display
When the battery begins to run low, the Low Battery icon
will light. When this icon lights, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Programs and other data (except
for the data being edited) will not be lost even if the battery is removed and changed.
Batteries that have run down must be removed from the
PX5D. If you leave dead batteries in the unit, malfunctions (battery leakage, etc.) may occur. You should also
remove the batteries when you do not expect to use the
PX5D for an extended period of time.
An AC adapter is not included with this product. It must
be purchased separately.
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Controls and connectors
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5. Power switch
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This switch turns the power on/off.
STANDBY: The power is off.
ON: The power is on.
USB: The power is on. When the PX5D is connected to
your computer via the USB cable, your computer will
supply power via the USB bus.
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Some computers may not be able to supply power via USB
bus power. In this case, use a self-powered USB hub (that
obtains power from an external supply), use two batteries, or use the AC adaptor.
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1. INPUT jack
Connect your guitar or bass to this jack.
2. AUX jack (stereo)
Connect this jack to a CD player or other audio source.
3. INPUT switch
Use this to adjust the input level depending on the output level of your guitar or bass (☞p.15).
4. Control dials
These dials control the gain, tone, and volume of the amp
models and synth parameters.
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6. FOOT SW jack
You can use the included cable for FOOT SW jack to connect two foot switches.
7. OUTPUT jack
Connect this jack to your guitar amp, bass amp, or headphones etc.
8. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
(☞p.10 “LCD screen”)
9. CURSOR
Use these buttons to select programs or the parameter
that you wish to edit. These will also operate the Phrase
Trainer function.
10. DC4.5V
The separately sold AC adapter (DC4.5V
nected here.
11. RHYTHM button
Use this button to enter Rhythm & Bass mode (☞p.19).
12. PHRASE TRAINER button
Use this button to enter Phrase Trainer mode (☞p.25).
13. UTILITY button
Use this button to enter Utility mode (☞p.32).
14. PROGRAM MEMORY [A] [B] [C] [D] buttons
You can assign your favorite programs to these four buttons (A–D) (☞p.16).
15. ENTER/REC button
This button is used to switch an effect on/off, to edit
patterns in Rhythm & Bass mode, or to start recording
in Phrase Trainer mode.
16. EXIT button
Returns to Play mode or to the preceding screen.
17. TAP/BYPASS button
In Edit mode this button lets you specify the delay time
for delay effects (☞p.15), or the rhythm tempo for rhythm
& bass mode (☞p.19). In Play mode, this button will Bypass or Mute the PX5D, and activate the Tuner (☞p.17).
) is con-
18. USB connector
Use the included USB cable to connect this to your computer. You’ll be able to use the editor software to edit the
PX5D or transfer audio data between the PX5D and your
computer.
19. Value encoder
Use this to adjust the master level, edit effects, and select programs.
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LCD screen
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1. Effect chain
This area indicates the on/off status of the DYNA, AMP,
CAB, MOD, DLY, and REV effects.
2. Program name/Effect type display
This area shows the program name or effect type. When
the PX5D is bypassed or muted, this will function as the
tuner.
3. USB icon
This is shown if the PX5D is connected to your computer via the USB port.
4. Low Battery icon
This icon will light when the batteries run low.
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5. Mode icons
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These are shown when you enter the corresponding
mode.
6. Program number/value display
This displays the program number. When you change
the Master Level, its value will be displayed here for several seconds. During editing, this displays the parameter values.
7. ORIG (Original) icon
If the parameter or value being edited matches the value
that is written in the program, the ORIG icon will light.
8. Bar graph
In Play mode or Edit mode, this graph indicates the master level or the value of a parameter. In Rhythm mode,
this indication will change according to the rhythm pattern that’s playing.
9. Variation icons (VARI1, VARI2)
This shows the variation of the rhythm pattern or rhythm
& bass pattern you’re using in Rhythm mode (☞p.20).
Making connections
When connecting an external device (ie-guitar amp, bass amp, CD player, AC adapter, etc.) be sure to turn the unit
off.
headphone*4
mini-component /
stereo etc.
guitar amp /bass amp/
powered monitor
Digital recorder
AC adapter *1
Foot switch *5
*3
CD player etc.*2
guitar or bass
*6
*7
Computer
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*1 Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter (DC4.5V
*2 If a CD player or other audio source is connected to
*3 The PX5D’s output jack is stereo. If you use a mono
*4 The PX5D’s output level and sound quality will vary
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the AUX jack, you can play along with your guitar or
bass. However the volume must be adjusted from the
connected device.
Connecting cables are sold separately.
cable to connect it to a guitar or bass amp etc., only
the L (left) output will be heard.
depending on which headphones are used. We recommend using good quality low impedance headphones, 32 Ohms or less with a sensitivity rating near
100dB/mW or above. Many headphones sold for use
with portable CD or cassette players will work fine.
Use the included cable for FOOT SW jack to connect
two foot switches to the PX5D. You can connect two
foot switches such as the Korg PS-1 (sold separately).
In Utility mode you can specify the function of the
pedal switches; for example you can use them to
switch programs, or to start/stop recording and playback in Phrase Trainer mode (☞p.16 “Using foot
switches to select programs,” ☞p.34 “FOOTSW”).
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*6 Use the included USB cable if you want to connect
the PX5D to your computer. For details on connections to your computer, refer to “Connecting to your
computer.”
*7 If needed, you can attach the included rubber feet to
the bottom of the PX5D.
Connecting to your Computer
If you use the included USB cable to connect the PX5D
to your computer, you’ll be able to use the editor software to edit the PX5D, and transfer audio data between
the PX5D and your DAW software.
Using the editor software
The editor software lets you edit programs, manage data
libraries, and create chains for Rhythm & Bass mode.
You can download the editor software from the Korg website (http://www.korg.com/). For details on installing and
using the editor software, refer to the owner’s manual.
In order to use the editor software, you’ll need to install
the KORG USB-MIDI driver into your computer. (“Installing the software” in the included CD-ROM).
Transferring audio data
If you use a USB cable to connect the PX5D to your computer, the PX5D’s effect output, the rhythm sounds of
Rhythm & Bass mode, and phrases you recorded in
Phrase Trainer mode can be recorded directly into audio
tracks of your DAW software. The playback of your DAW
software can also be monitored through the PX5D.
If you’re computer is running Windows XP, we recommend that you install the KORG USB-ASIO driver (in
the included CD-ROM) into your computer if you want
to transfer audio using the USB connector. For details
on installing the KORG USB-ASIO driver, refer to “Installing the software” on the included CD-ROM.
The following illustration shows the signal flow when
the PX5D is connected to your computer.
OUTPUT
USB
INPUT
PX5D
Rhythem&Bass
Phrase Trainer
Effect
The PX5D’s effect will not apply to the audio input via
the USB connector.
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Adjust the master level setting to change the volume of
the audio signal that’s sent from the PX5D’s OUTPUT
jack (☞p.16 “Master level”).
Adjust the Utility mode “USBSEND” setting to change
the volume of the audio signal that’s sent from the
PX5D’s USB connector to the computer (☞p.35 “USBSEND”).
Adjust the Utility mode “USB RCV” setting to change
the volume of the audio signal that’s input from the computer to the PX5D (☞p.35 “USB RCV”).
Normally, the signal that’s being input from the AUX
jack is not sent to the USB connector. If you want the
input signal from the AUX jack to be sent to your computer, access the Utility mode “AUX > USB” screen
(☞p.35 “AUX>USB”).
If you’re recording the PX5D’s effect output onto an audio track of your DAW software, turn off the “audio in
thru” function of your software to prevent echo-back.
For details on using your DAW software, refer to the operation manual included with your software.
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Initial Settings
1 When you finish making connections, set the power
switch to the “ON” position. (This setting is referred
to as Play mode.)
Use the π/† CURSOR to select a program.
2 Set the input level switch depending on the output
level of your guitar or bass.
HI: High-output pickups (e.g., humbucking or pick-
ups with a preamp)
LO: Low-output pickups (e.g., single-coil type pickups)
3 Set the volume control of your guitar or bass to its
usual position. Use the Value encoder to adjust the
master level.
Quick Edit
In each mode (except when Mute/Bypass or Key Lock
are active), you can use the Control dials to adjust the
gain, tone, or volume of amp modeling. When you move
a control dial, the parameter name and value will appear
for several seconds in the value display. If the setting
matches the original setting, the ORIG icon will light.
The Delay Time can also be set by pressing the TAP/BY-
PASS button twice at the desired interval (except when
in Rhythm & Bass mode).
When you set the delay time, the value display will indicate the delay time for several seconds.
Amp gain, tone, and volume
Program
name
Program
selection
Settings that you make using Quick Edit will return to
the original saved settings if you change programs or turn
off the power before Writing (☞p.31 “WRITE”).
Input level switch
Master level
adjustment
Set the
delay time
Program
number
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Play mode
Play mode is the mode in which you will normally use
the PX5D.
Selecting a program
Use the π/† CURSOR to select a program. The program/effect type display will show the program name,
and the value display will show the program number.
You can select from one hundred user programs (U00–
U99) and one hundred preset programs (P00–P99). You
can select programs even if you’re in Rhythm & Bass
mode, Phrase Trainer mode (except while recording), or
Utility mode (except while in certain screens).
PROGRAM MEMORY [A], [B], [C], [D] buttons
You can assign four of your favorite programs to the PROGRAM
MEMORY [A]–[D] buttons. While you perform, simply press
the corresponding PROGRAM MEMORY [A]–[D] button and
the selected program will be recalled instantly.
Here’s how to assign a program to a button. In this example,
we’ll assign the selected program to button [A].
1 Use the π/† CURSOR to select the program you
want to assign to button [A].
2
Press and hold the PROGRAM MEMORY [A] button
for approximately one second. The LCD will indicate
“PGM>A,” and the selected program will be assigned
to button [A].
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You can use a foot switch connected to the FOOT SW
jack to switch between the four programs assigned to
PROGRAM MEMORY [A]–[D] (☞p.34 “FOOTSW”).
Using foot switches to select programs
If you connect foot switches to the PX5D’s FOOT SW jack
and use Utility mode to assign the Pedal Switch function,
you’ll be able to use the foot switches to select programs.
Use the included cable for FOOT SW jack to connect your
foot switches. The red jack on one end of the cable will be
Program Up, and the other white jack will be Program
Down (☞p.11 “Making connections,” p.34 “ FOOTSW”).
Master level
When you turn the Value encoder to adjust the master
level, the master level value will be shown in the program
number/value display for several seconds. The bar graph
will also change to indicate the level. The master level is
remembered even when the power is turned off.
Bar gragh
Program number display
Master level value
You can also adjust the settings so that the π/† CUR-
SOR will adjust the master level (☞p.18 “Specifying the
function of the Value encoder”).
Bypass/Mute
When you press the TAP/BYPASS button for approxi-
mately one second, the PX5D will be bypassed, and the
original sound will be dry (no effects). The effect chain
will blink, and the display will indicate “BYPASS” for
approximately one second.
If you press and hold the TAP/BYPASS button for ap-
proximately two seconds, the output signal will be muted. The effect chain will blink rapidly, and the display
will indicate “MUTE” for approximately one second.
Bypass/mute will be turned off when you press the TAP/
BYPASS button once again. You can also return to Play
mode by pressing the EXIT button. Bypass or Mute can
also be entered from modes other than Play mode.
You can also activate Bypass or Mute using two foot
switches connected to the PX5D (☞p.34 “ FOOTSW”).
Tuner
The tuner will operate when you bypass or mute.
meter
sharp
note name
calibration
center mark
1 Play a single string on your guitar or bass.
The LCD will show the note name and the calibra-
tion. If the pitch is more than a semitone higher than
the note name, a sharp symbol will appear at the
upper right of the note name.
2 The display area will act as a meter to show the pitch.
Tune each string of your guitar or bass so that the
indicator above the center mark is lit.
3 When you press either the TAP/BYPASS button, the
tuner (bypass/mute) will be turned off. You can also
return to Play mode by pressing the EXIT button.
Calibration (Standard pitch A = 440)
You can use the Value encoder to adjust the calibration
in the range of A = 438 Hz–445 Hz. The calibration setting you make will remain until the power is turned off.
Once the power is turned off, calibration will be reset to
A = 440 Hz.
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Specifying the function of the Value encoder
You can specify the function that the Value encoder will
perform in Play mode. While in Play mode, hold down the
EXIT button and press either the √ CURSOR or the ®
CURSOR to assign the following functions.
●
Hold down the EXIT button and press the √ CUR-
SOR. The LCD will indicate “MASTER” for approxi-
mately one second. The Value encoder will adjust the
master level, and the
π/†
CURSOR will select programs. You can use the Value encoder to quickly adjust the master level. Each time the power is turned
on, this setting will be in recalled.
Select
a program
Adjust the
master level
● Hold down the EXIT button and press the ® CUR-
SOR. The LCD will indicate “PROGRAM” for ap-
proximately one second. The Value encoder will select programs, and the
π/†
CURSOR
will adjust the
master level. You can use the Value encoder to quickly
select programs.
Adjust the
master level
Select a
program
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Key Lock function
By activating the Key Lock function, you can disable all
operations except for selecting programs. This is a convenient way to prevent accidental operation during a live
performance.
● Hold down the EXIT button and press the TAP/BYPASS button. The LCD will indicate “KEYLOCK”
for approximately one second. The value encoder,
buttons, and knobs other than the
PROGRAM MEMORY [A]–[D] buttons, and the foot
switches will not function.
Only program
selection is
possible
The Key Lock function will be cancelled when the
power is turned off. You can also cancel the Key Lock
function by performing “Specifying the function of
the Value encoder.”
π/† CURSOR,
Rhythm & Bass mode
The PX5D provides 128 different rhythm & bass patterns.
You can also connect up to 16 patterns for consecutive
playback.
From Play mode (except when Mute, Bypass, or Key Lock
are active), AUX Pitch mode, or Phrase Trainer mode, press
the RHYTHM button to enter Rhythm & Bass mode. The
pattern will start according to the play type you’ve selected. The bar graph will change according to the rhythm
pattern that’s playing.
Play mode.
Rhythm & Bass mode provides three types of play.
PTN: Pattern play
You can select one rhythm pattern and play it. The LCD
shows the PTN icon.
CHAIN: Chain play
You can connect up to 16 patterns for consecutive playback. Playback will start after a pre-count.
SONG: Song play
This lets you play the demo songs. Playback will start
after a pre-count.
Each time you press the RHYTHM button, you’ll cycle
through the choices of PTN→CHAIN→SONG→ PTN→CHAIN→SONG ..., and the LCD will show the icon
for the currently selected type of play.
Press the EXIT button to return to
When you enter Rhythm & Bass mode, the selected type
of play will be the type that had been selected when you
last exited Rhythm & Bass mode.
If you set the Phrase Trainer recording mode to “JAM,”
you’ll be able to record your guitar or bass phrase along
with the rhythm & bass pattern that’s selected in Rhythm
& Bass mode.
PTN (Pattern play)
This play type lets you select and play one rhythm &
bass pattern. Use the √/® CURSOR to select each parameter, and use the value encoder and the ENTER/REC
button to specify its value.
switch programs.
Rhythm pattern/variation
Reverb level
The settings you select here are remembered even when
the power is turned off.
The π/† CURSOR
Te mp o
Level
Bass key
will
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Rhythm Pattern/Variation
Use the Value encoder to select the rhythm pattern (☞p.52
“Rhythm pattern list”). Use the ENTER/REC button to
select the rhythm pattern variation.
BASIC: Basic rhythm pattern.
VARI1: Variation 1. The variation 1 icon will light.
VARI2: Variation 2. The variation 2 icon will light.
Rhythm pattern
variation
icon
Tempo
Use the Value encoder to set the tempo in the range of
40–240 bpm. You can also set the tempo by pressing the
TAP/BYPASS button twice at the desired rhythm.
Bass Key
Use the ENTER/REC button to select a bass pattern variation. Depending on the rhythm pattern that you have
selected, some bass lines will include a chord progression.
OFF: Bass pattern off.
BASIC: Basic bass pattern.
VARI1: Variation 1. This is a major chord bass pattern.
The LCD shows the variation 1 icon.
VARI2: Variation 2. This is a minor chord bass pattern.
The LCD shows the variation 2 icon.
Use the Value encoder to set the key in a range of C,
C#...A#, B allowing you to practice your guitar or bass
in a scale that matches that key.
Root note
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Tempo
If the bass pattern is variation 2 (VARI2), an “m” is shown
beside the root note.
If “MTRONM0”–“MTRONM9”(metronome) is selected as the rhythm pattern, there will be no bass notes, and
this screen will not appear.
Level
Use the Value encoder to set the level of Rhythm & Bass
sound.
Level
Reverb
Use the Value encoder to set the amount of Reverb for
the Rhythm & Bass.
Reverb level
This uses the same reverb as the program effect. This parameter has no effect if you have selected a program that
does not use reverb modeling, or if the reverb effect level
is “0.”
CHAIN (Chain play)
Two or more rhythm & bass patterns connected in a sequence are collectively called a “chain.” CHAIN (Chain
Play) lets you edit a chain and play it. One chain can connect up to sixteen patterns. The PX5D contains twenty
chains. When you select CHAIN (Chain play), there will
be a pre-count and then playback will begin automatically.
CHAIN (Chain Play) lets you select a chain, and specify
its tempo, volume level, and reverb level. Use the √/®
CURSOR to select each parameter, and use the Value
encoder and the ENTER/REC button to specify the val-
ue of that parameter.
In the Chain Select screen, you can press the ENTER/
REC button to enter the Chain Edit screen. Here you can
specify the rhythm & bass pattern used by each step of
the chain (☞p.22 “Chain edit”). Press the EXIT button
to return to the chain select screen.
To Chain edit
ENTER/REC EXIT
Chain select
Write
Reverb level
Tempo
Level
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Chain select (CHAIN 01–20)
Here you can select one of the twenty chains.
In this screen, you can press the ENTER/REC button to
enter the Chain Edit screen (☞p.22 “Chain edit”).
The edited settings will return to the settings of the original program if you switch chains or turn off the power
without Writing.
Tempo
Use the Value encoder or TAP/BYPASS button to set the
tempo (☞p.20 “Tempo”).
Level
Use the Value encoder to set the level of Rhythm & Bass
sound (☞p.21 “Level”).
Reverb
Use the Value encoder to set the amount of Reverb for
the Rhythm & Bass (☞p.21 “Reverb”).
Write
This saves the chain. Use the Value encoder to select the
save-destination (chain number) and press the ENTER/REC
button. The PX5D can store twenty chains.
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Chain number
Chain edit
Here you can specify the pattern that will be used for each
step. In the chain select (CHAIN01–20) screen, press the
ENTER/REC button to enter the Chain Edit screen. Use the
√/® CURSOR to select each step, use the π /† CURSOR
to select a parameter, and use the value encoder and EN-
TER/REC button to specify the value. After you’ve specified the pattern for each step of the chain, press the EXIT
button to return to the Chain Select screen.
Repeat Repeat Repeat
Bass key Bass key Bass key
Rhythm pattern Rhythm pattern Rhythm pattern
Step01
Step02
Step16
The edited settings will return to the settings of the original program if you switch chains or turn off the power
without Writing.
Rhythm Pattern
Use the Value encoder to select a rhythm pattern.
Use the ENTER/REC button to select the rhythm pat-
tern variation (☞p.20 “Rhythm Pattern/Variation”).
Rhythem pattern
Bass key
Step number
When you turn the value encoder with the √/® CURSOR
held down to move the step, the pattern before the movement
is copied to the pattern following the movement. This is a
convenient way to place multiple copies of the same pattern.
Bass Key
Use the ENTER/REC button to select a bass pattern vari-
ation. Use the Value encoder to set the key (☞p.20 “Bass
Key”).
Bass key
Step number
Repeat
Use the Value encoder to specify the number of times
that the pattern selected for each step will be repeated.
The pattern will be played repeatedly for the number of
times you specify, and then the pattern specified by the
next step will be played.
repeat
Step number
SONG (Song play)
Here’s how to play the demo songs that are built into
the PX5D. When you select SONG (Song play), there
will be a pre-count and then playback will begin automatically. To pause during playback, you can press the
ENTER/REC button. Press the button once again to resume playback.
If you press and hold the ENTER/REC button for one
second or longer, you’ll return to the beginning of the
demo song and begin playback.
While playing or stopped, you can use the π/† CURSOR
to change programs.
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Use the √/® CURSOR to select a parameter, and use
the Value encoder to specify the value.
Song select
Loop
Te mp o
Reverb Level
Transpose
Level
Song Select
Use the Value encoder to select the demo song you want
to hear. The PX5D contains three demo songs.
Song number
Tempo
Use the Value encoder to specify the playback tempo. If
you select the “FIL” setting, the demo song will play at
the tempo specified by the song itself (☞p.20 “Tempo”).
Transpose
Use the Value encoder to specify the transposition. You
can transpose the playback pitch in semitone steps.
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Level
Use the Value encoder to set the level of Rhythm & Bass
sound (☞p.21 “Level”).
Reverb
Use the Value encoder to set the amount of Reverb for
the Rhythm & Bass (☞p.21 “Reverb”).
Loop
Use the Value encoder to change the loop setting. This
specifies how playback will be repeated.
On (ON): The demo song will play repeatedly.
OF (OFF): The demo song will play only once.
Phrase Trainer mode
An audio source from the AUX jack and USB Connector,
a phrase you play on your guitar or bass, or the rhythm
you specified in Rhythm & Bass mode can be recorded,
and played back repeatedly as a loop. This provides a
convenient way to practice by playing along with the
repeating phrase. You can slow down the playback speed
without affecting the pitch, which can help you to learn
difficult phrases.
PX5D’s memory.
If your computer is running Windows XP, and you want
to transfer audio data via the USB connector, we recommend that you install the KORG USB-ASIO driver (provided on the included CD-ROM). For details on how to
install the KORG USB-ASIO driver, refer to “Installing
the software” on the included CD-ROM.
Select the recording mode
In Play mode (except during bypass/mute or key lock),
Rhythm & Bass mode, or Utility mode, press the
PHRASE TRAINER button to enter Phrase Trainer
mode. When you enter this mode, the recording mode
and time select screen will appear, and the Phrase Trainer
icon will blink. In this screen, the PX5D will be ready to
record. Press the EXIT button to return to Play mode.
You can save the recorded phrase in the
Recording
mode
Phrase Trainer icon
Use the PHRASE TRAINER button to specify the recording mode. The recording mode will change each time
you press the PHRASE TRAINER button.
AUX: Record the audio input from the AUX jack or USB
connector.
GTR/BAS: Record your connected guitar or bass.
AUX+G/B: Record both the audio input from the AUX
jack or USB connector and your guitar or bass.
JAM: Record both the rhythm pattern you last selected
for playback in Rhythm & Bass mode and the sound of
your guitar (bass).
If you’re using both the USB connector and AUX jack,
the audio input from both jacks will be recorded. Use the
volume control of your connected device to adjust the
volume balance.
If Song Play was last selected in Rhythm & Bass mode,
you won’t be able to select “JAM” as the recording mode.
Use the value dial to select the recording time (for “JAM,”
the number of measures).
Recording
time
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20: Approximately 20 seconds.
Recording time
40: Approximately 40 seconds.
80: Approximately 80 seconds.
1, 2, 3…: Number of measures.
If the recording mode is “JAM,” the recording quality
will be set automatically, based on the tempo and the
specified number of measures.
If you select a long recording time (40 or 80), the audio
quality of the recording will be lower.
If the recording mode is “JAM” and the tempo of the rhythm
is extremely slow, it will not be possible to record a large
number of measures. Please adjust the tempo in Rhythm &
Bass mode (maximum length is approximately 80 seconds)
If you want to use Chain in Rhythm & Bass mode to record
a one-measure rhythm pattern etc. in “JAM“ mode using
multiple patterns, specify the number of recording measures to be the number of patterns you're using. For example if you want to use two patterns of a 2/4 time signature
to record a one-measure pattern of a 4/4 time signature,
specify 2 measures as the number of recording measures.
Start playback on your CD or other audio source, and at
the point where you wish to begin recording, press the
ENTER/REC button. Recording will begin.
You can use a foot switch connected to the FOOTSW jack
to start/stop recording (☞p.34 “FOOTSW”).
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If the recording mode is “JAM,” recording will begin after precount.
If, after recording, you want to change the recording mode
or recording time, press the PHRASE TRAINER button
while playback is paused.
Recording
When you begin recording, the recording time will be indicated as a numerical value.
When you want to stop recording, press the ENTER/REC
button, the ® CURSOR, or PHRASE TRAINER button.
Recording will stop, and loop playback will begin automatically. If you do not stop recording, recording will continue until the selected recording time or number of measures has elapsed, and loop playback will begin automatically.
The phrase will be recorded and played back in mono.
Playback
The recorded phrase will playback as a loop. During playback or while paused, you can use the π/† CURSOR to
select programs.
playback time
playback speed(%)
Rotating the Value encoder toward the left will slow down
the playback speed without affecting the pitch. You can
choose from six levels of playback speed: 100%, 90%, 80%,
75%, 66%, and 50%.
During playback, you can hold down the √ CURSOR to
rewind, or hold down the ® CURSOR to fast-forward.
By pressing the PHRASE TRAINER button, you can hold
the sound that was being played at the moment you
pressed the button (the Hold function). This is convenient
when you need to hear individual notes in a phrase.
Pause
When you press the ® CURSOR, the playback will pause.
Press the ® CURSOR once again, and playback will resume. Pressing the √ CURSOR while playback is paused
will return you to the beginning of the recorded phrase.
If you wish to re-record the phrase, press the ®
CURSOR to pause playback.
Start the CD or other audio source, and press the ENTER/
REC button at the beginning of the desired phrase. If you
want to change the recording mode or time, press the
PHRASE TRAINER button while paused.
Saving
If you want to save the phrase you recorded, press the
PHRASE TRAINER button several times while paused
until the LCD indicates “SAVE?”. Then press the ENTER/
REC button once again to save the phrase.
The “SAVE?” screen will be available from the recording
mode screen if you’ve just recorded a phrase.
If you turn off the power without saving, the recorded
phrase will be erased.
Only one phrase can be saved. When you save, the previously-saved phrase will be over-written and erased.
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Edit mode
In this mode you can turn each effect on/off, and edit
the effect type, parameter values, and program name.
In Play mode, press the ® CURSOR to access the DYNA
effect edit screen. Renaming the program and writing
the program are also performed here.
Select the effect that you wish to edit
Each time you press the √/® CURSOR, you will cycle
through the effects in the order shown below. When an
effect is selected, its icon will blink.
(Delay time)
In any screen of Edit mode, you can use the Control dials
to edit the Amp models, or use the TAP/BYPASS button
to set the delay time.
For details on the effect types and parameters, refer to
the Effect Parameters list (☞p.37).
Press the EXIT button to return to Play mode.
The edited settings will return to the settings of the orig-
inal program if you switch programs or turn off the power without Writing (☞p.31 “WRITE”).
DYNA: Dynamics & Pickup Modeling
These are dynamics-type effects such as compressor,
auto-wah, and pickup modeling effects.
Editing each effect
For each effect, you can select the effect type and change
its parameter values.
Effects that are turned “OFF” will automatically be
turned on if you press the ENTER/REC button or use
the π/† CURSOR to select the effect type. If a program
was not written after it was edited, the decimal point of
the program number will light.
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▲/▼: Type selection
On, Off
Parameter
value
AMP: Amp Modeling
BTQ CLN–OCTFUZZ (15 types) are guitar amps, and
VA LV E1 –UKMAJOR (10 types) are bass amps.
GSYNTH1–GSYNTH3 are guitar synths, and BSYNTH1–
BSYNTH3 are bass synths. The value display will indi-
cate “Gt” for approximately one second if you’ve selected
a guitar model, or “bA” if you’ve selected a bass model.
Amount of distortion*
Type selection
▲/▼:
*Operation will be different if VALVE1–JAZZ (bass amps),
GSYNTH1–3, or BSYNTH1–3 is selected as the type.
Low range*
High range*
On, Off
Volume*
Mid
range*
The VOLUME dial can be used to adjust the volume even
when the amp modeling effect is “OFF.”
CAB: Cabinet Modeling
This simulates the acoustical characteristics of the amp’s
cabinet. This is especially effective when you are not using
an amp (e.g., when using headphones, or when connecting to a mixer, hard-disk recorder, or other audio device).
1X8TWD–4X12VIN (11 types) are guitar amp cabinets, and
LA 4X10–COMBI (12 types) are bass amp cabinets.
The
value display will indicate “Gt” for approximately one second if you’ve selected a guitar amp cabinet, or “bA” if you’ve
selected a bass amp cabinet.
Type selection
▲/▼:
On, Off
Presence
You can also use a guitar amp with a bass cabinet, or a
bass amp with a guitar cabinet.
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MOD: Modulation & Filter Effect Modeling
These are modulation and filter-type effects such as chorus, flanger, phaser, and pitch shifter.
▲/▼: Type selection
On, Off
Parameter
value
DLY: Delay Time
The screen shows the delay time of the delay modeling
effect. In this screen, you can use the Value encoder to
specify the delay time. You can also use the TAP/BYPASS
button to specify the delay time in this screen.
Delay time
DLY: Delay Modeling
These are delay-type effects for which you can set the
delay time by pressing the TAP/BYPASS button at a
desired interval.
▲/▼: Type selection
On, Off
Delay time
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Effect
level
On, Off
REV: Reverb Modeling
These are reverb-type effects that add spaciousness to
the sound.
▲/▼: Type selection
On, Off
Effect
level
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