Korg Wavedrum Mini User Manual
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Owner’s Manual
Manuel d’utilisation
Bedienungsanleitung
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Table Of Contents
Precautions ........................................................4
Cautions for use ..................................................5
Introduction .................................................5
Main features .....................................................5
Getting to know the WAVEDRUM Mini .........6
Getting ready to play ....................................7
Connecting the clip to the WAVEDRUM Mini ......7
Connecting the power ........................................7
Turning the power on ........................................7
Adjusting the volume .........................................8
Turning the power off ........................................8
Switching the output destination ......................8
Using batteries ...................................................8
Location .............................................................9
Performing .................................................11
Performance techniques ..................................11
Selecting sounds ..............................................11
Using effects ....................................................12
Playing and overdubbing rhythm patterns ...... 12
Overdubbing phrases (Looper) ........................ 13
Editing the settings .................................... 14
Editing procedure ............................................ 14
Parameter list .................................................. 14
Effect type list .................................................. 15
Appendix ....................................................17
Restoring the factory settings .......................... 17
Error messages ................................................ 17
Troubleshooting .............................................. 17
Specifications .................................................. 18
Voice Name List .......................................... 68
Sounds .................................................................... 68
Effects ..................................................................... 69
Rhythm Patterns .................................................... 69
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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.
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 (EU only)
When this “crossed-out wheeled bin”
symbol is displayed on the product,
owner’s manual, battery, or battery
package, it signifies that when you wish
to dispose of this product, manual,
package or battery you must do so in an
approved manner. Do not discard this product,
manual, package or battery along with ordinary
household waste. Disposing in the correct
manner will prevent harm to human health and
potential damage to the environment. Since the
correct method of disposal will depend on the
applicable laws and regulations in your locality, please contact your local administrative
body for details. If the battery contains heavy
metals in excess of the regulated amount, a
chemical symbol is displayed below the
“crossed-out wheeled bin” symbol on the battery or battery package.
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Cautions for use
The speaker contains a magnet
This speaker that's built into this instrument contains a magnet. Do not place it near cards or medical
devices that might be affected by magnetism.
Do not allow heavy objects to rest on the pad for an
extended time
Do not leave the clip attached for an extended time
If a heavy object is left on the WAVEDRUM Mini's
pad surface for an extended time, a mark may be
left both on the pad surface and on the object touching it. Do not leave heavy objects on the pad surface, or leave the WAVEDRUM Mini face down for
an extended time. Similarly, leaving the clip
attached for an extended time may cause a mark.
Changes due to aging or the state of the surface may
also cause such marks to occur regardless of how
long the WAVEDRUM Mini is in contact with the
other object.
About feedback
The WAVEDRUM Mini uses a sensor to detect the
vibrations that occur in the pad or clip when you
strike it. In some cases, the sensor will respond not
only to this direct impact but also to the sound from
a high-volume speaker, picking it up as though the
signal was coming through a microphone. In partic-
Introduction
ular, when you're playing the WAVEDRUM Mini
while monitoring the sound through a large PA system, the WAVEDRUM Mini's sound that's being
output from the speakers may be conveyed directly
from the speakers or as vibration from the floor
transmitted through a stand, and detected by the
WAVEDRUM Mini's sensor, producing acoustic
feedback (a whine or howl) that can cause an
uncontrollable sustained sound to be produced.
Feedback places an excessive load on the amps and
speakers, and may damage them seriously. When
using the WAVEDRUM Mini with a large monitor
system, please use the PA system's equalizers and
limiters to prevent feedback and protect the speakers just as you would do for a microphone used by
an acoustic instrument or vocalist.
Recording with the Looper function will make feedback more likely. Please be careful with the volume.
Data handling
Unexpected malfunctions can result in the loss of
memory contents. Korg cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or damage which you may incur
as a result of data loss.
* This product was developed under license of physical model-
ing tone generator patents (http://www.sondius-xg.com)
owned by Stanford University USA and the Yamaha Corporation.
* All product names and company names are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Introduction
The WAVEDRUM Mini is a completely new concept in percussion synthesizers, with the following
three major features:
• It can be played anywhere
• It can turn anything into a Wavedrum
• It's easy to transport
Main features
Revolutionary synthesis technology
The pad and clip sensors capture the sound of the
musician's strikes, and a variety of Wavedrum-based
synthesis technologies are used to generate unique
sounds. Since the output is based on the sounds that
you perform, the sound will change sensitively and
diversely in response to your playing technique and
the subtle movements of your fingers and palm,
allowing a high degree of performance freedom
with endless variation.
Turn anything into WAVEDRUM
The clip with the built-in sensor can be attached to
any object, transforming it into a Wavedrum.
This lets you turn a nearby object into a Wavedrum,
and the tonal character will change depending on
the material of the object—wood, metal, or glass
etc.
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Getting to know the WAVEDRUM Mini
Operating
panel
Clip connection
jack
VOLUME knob
Remaining
battery
indicator
Speaker
TopLeft side Right side
Pad
Sensor clip (Clip)
OUTPUT jack
Headphone jack
Power switch
DC9V jack
100 sounds, 10 effects
The 100 sounds cover all styles from percussion to
sound effects. The sounds produce totally different
tones depending on your playing style. Different
sounds can be independently assigned to the pad
and the clip.
There are also 10 dedicated effects that are optimized for percussion.
Rhythm patterns
You can enjoy jam sessions by playing along with
100 rhythm patterns that range across many genres
and tempo settings.
There's also a recording function that lets you layer
your own performances onto these rhythm patterns.
Looper
The Looper function lets you create grooves from
scratch.
It's a great way to create your very own original
grooves.
Internal speaker and battery operation for
portability
The lightweight and compact design make it easy to
carry the WAVEDRUM Mini anywhere. With a
built-in speaker and battery operation, you'll be able
to play it anywhere and anytime.
You can use the included strap to attach the WAVEDRUM Mini to your foot or another part of your
body.
Getting to know the WAVEDRUM Mini
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Sensor clip (Clip)
CLIP jack
Cable hook
DC9V jack
Power switch
to an electrical outlet
AC adapter (included)
Cable hook
Getting ready to play
Getting ready to play
Connecting the clip to the WAVEDRUM Mini
1.
Make sure that the WAVEDRUM Mini's power
switch is turned off. (The display and indicators
should be unlit.)
2.
Connect the clip to the CLIP jack located on the
left side of the WAVEDRUM Mini.
Do not connect anything other than the
included clip to the CLIP jack.
3.
To prevent the clip cable from being unplugged,
use the cable hook located on the bottom of the
WAVEDRUM Mini to secure the cable in place.
Connecting the power
1.
Connect the DC plug of the included AC Adapter
to the DC9V jack located on the right side of the
WAVEDRUM Mini.
2.
Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.
Use only the included AC Adapter. Using any
other AC Adapter may cause malfunctions.
Use an AC outlet of the correct voltage for the
included AC Adapter.
3.
To prevent the AC Adapter cable from being
unplugged, use the cable hook located on the bottom of the WAVEDRUM Mini to secure the
cable in place.
Turning the power on
1.
Lower the volume by turning the VOLUME
knob all the way to the left.
2.
Press the power switch to turn the power on.
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Getting ready to play
Adjusting the volume
• Turn the VOLUME knob toward right to
increase the volume, or toward the left to lower
the volume.
The VOLUME knob controls the output of the
built-in speaker, the headphone jack, and the OUTPUT jack.
After you've adjusted the volume to an appropriate
level, try playing the WAVEDRUM Mini. For
details, refer to “Performing” (See page 11).
Turning the power off
When you've finished performing, turn the power
off.
1.
Lower the volume by turning the WAVEDRUM
Mini's VOLUME knob all the way to the left.
2.
Hold down the power switch for approximately
one second; the power will turn off.
Auto power-off function
The WAVEDRUM Mini's auto power-off function
will automatically turn off the power approximately
four hours after the last panel operation was performed.
If desired, you can disable the auto power-off function. See
By default, the auto power-off function is enabled.
page 14
for details.
If you're using headphones with a 1/4" mini adapter
plug, be sure to grasp the adapter when inserting or
removing the plug.
To protect your hearing, avoid listening at high
volume for extended periods of time when
using headphones.
Connecting to an audio device
Connect the WAVEDRUM Mini's OUTPUT jack to
the input jack of your mixer or powered monitor.
The output signal is monaural. If a cable is connected to the OUTPUT jack, the built-in speaker
will be muted.
Before plugging anything in, be sure to poweroff the WAVEDRUM Mini and the device
that's being connected. If you connect the
WAVEDRUM mini to other devices while it's
powered-on, you might damage the WAVEDRUM Mini, the other device or malfunctions
might occur. In addition, be sure that the volume is lowered on all connected equipment.
OUTPUT jack
Headphone jack
INPUT
Headphones
Powered monitor, etc.
Switching the output destination
Your monitor equipment might be damaged if
high volume sound is suddenly output from the
WAVEDRUM Mini. This could also damage
your hearing if you're listening through headphones. Please use caution when setting the
volume.
Using headphones
If you're using headphones, connect them to the
headphone jack. If headphones are connected,
sound won't be output from the built-in speaker.
You can use headphones when you don't want to
disturb others around you, such as at night. Insert
the plug of your stereo headphones into the headphone jack located on the right side of the WAVEDRUM Mini.
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Using batteries
Detach the battery cover located on the bottom of
the WAVEDRUM Mini, and install six nickel-metal
hydride batteries, making sure that they are oriented in the correct polarity.
note:
Batteries are not included. You'll need to
obtain them separately.
Disconnect the AC Adapter's DC plug before
you install or replace the batteries.
Do not mix charged batteries with exhausted
batteries, and do not mix batteries of different
types.
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1.
To open the battery cover, lightly press and lift up
the latches indicated by the arrows in the illustration.
2.
Insert six AA nickel-metal hydride batteries.
Take care that the polarity (+ and - indication) of
each battery is correct.
3.
Align the tabs of the battery cover, and close it.
Press down on the latches indicated by the
arrows until the cover clicks securely closed.
Battery cover
Tab
Replacing the batteries
When the batteries run low, the battery indicator
will blink. The WAVEDRUM Mini will continue
functioning for a time, but you should replace the
batteries as soon as possible.
Batteries that have become unusable should be
removed immediately. Leaving dead batteries
in the unit may cause malfunctions (e.g., electrolyte leakage from the batteries). You should
also remove the batteries if you won't be using
the unit for an extended period of time.
Getting ready to play
Attaching the included clip to an object, or
detaching it
By attaching the WAVEDRUM Mini's clip to a
nearby object that emits sound when you strike it,
you can transform that object into a Wavedrum. The
tonal character will vary depending on the object, so
we suggest that you try out various types of objects.
• Lower the VOLUME knob before you attach or
detach the clip.
• Secure the clip to the object so that it does not
come off while you perform.
• Do not pull on the jaws of the clip when detaching it from the object. Doing so may damage the
clip or the object. Be sure to open the clip when
detaching it.
Although the clip can be attached to a wide
variety of objects, you should be aware of your
surroundings, and refrain from attaching it in
ways that would inconvenience others. Since it
is possible for the clip to deform or scratch the
object where it's attached, please use caution
when attaching it.
If the clip is left attached to an object for an
extended period of time, it may leave a mark
on the object when removed. Depending on
aging or the state of the object's surface finish,
damage may occur regardless of the length of
time.
Location
Place the WAVEDRUM Mini on a flat and stable location. If you're performing in a seated
position, you can use the included strap to fasten it to your leg. When using the clip, fasten it
securely to the object, ensuring that it's in a stable location like the WAVEDRUM Mini itself.
You should neatly bundle the power cable and
audio cable so that they don't catch on anything.
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Getting ready to play
Slits Strap
A
B
B
Attaching and detaching the included strap
You can use the included strap to attach the WAVEDRUM Mini to your leg for performances.
Pass the strap through the slits on the bottom of
the WAVEDRUM Mini as shown in the illustration below. If you fail to do this correctly,
the strap may slip off or come loose.
The buckle is made of plastic, and should be
inspected before use to make sure that it is not
cracked or damaged. Accidents may occur if
you use the strap with a cracked or damaged
buckle.
1.
Pass the strap through the slits as shown in the
illustration below.
3.
Place the WAVEDRUM Mini on your leg as
shown in the illustration, and secure it with the
strap. Pass the strap around your leg and latch the
buckle. Pull end 'B' of the strap (shown in the
previous illustration) to securely fasten the
WAVEDRUM Mini to your leg.
2.
Pass the strap through the buckle as shown in the
illustration.
To tighten, pull end 'B' of the strap in parallel with
the buckle.
To loosen, push portion 'A' of the buckle upward
in the direction of the arrow.
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Performing
Display Rhythm pattern / Looper
selection indicator
Sound select
Rhythm pattern /
Looper transport
Effect select
Performance techniques
The WAVEDRUM Mini lets you independently
assign different sounds to the pad and the clip for
performances.
Since the tone will change sensitively and diversely
in response to your playing technique and to subtle
movements of your fingers and palm, you'll have a
high degree of performance freedom with a wide
range of sonic variation.
The sounds range from simulations of typical percussion instruments to sounds in where the pitch
will differ for each strike, and you can even use
scale settings to perform phrases. In addition to the
output volume being controlled by the force of your
strike, the output of some sounds will also be
affected by the tone of your strike, whether it's a soft
(warm) tone or a hard (sharp) tone. Although different materials will produce different results, striking
near the center of the surface will tend to produce a
softer tone, while striking near the edge will produce a harder tone. Again, although there will be
differences between users, striking the surface with
the pad of your fingertip as though you were pressing it will produce a softer sound, while slapping the
surface with all your fingers will tend to produce a
harder sound. The open and slap performance techniques used on a conga or djembe will produce similar tonal changes.
For the clip, you can try attaching it to different
materials, and enjoy the resulting differences in
strike responses and tonal changes.
For details on the sounds, refer to “Sounds” (See
page 68).
Performing
Do not strike any part of the WAVEDRUM
Mini other than its pad; e.g., do not strike the
control panel or speaker.
Do not strike the clip itself.
Selecting sounds
Here's how to select from the 100 different sounds.
1.
To choose whether you'll be selecting a sound for
the clip or pad, press the CLIP/PAD button that's
located to the left side of the control panel. This
selection will alternate each time you press the
button. The indicator of the selected side (clip or
pad) will light.
You won't be able to switch sounds if the CLIP,
PAD, 'a', or 'b' indicators are blinking (Edit mode).
In this case, press the CLIP/PAD button to make
the indicator light up.
2.
Use the buttons to select the desired sound.
The display will indicate the sound number.
If you hold down the or button, the number
will change consecutively.
Strike the pad or the object to where the clip is
attached, and listen to the sound you've selected.
note:
Immediately after the power is turned on,
sound 00 will be selected for both the pad and the
clip.
note:
You can also exit Edit mode by pressing the
, , or + buttons as well as the CLIP/PAD
button.
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Performing
Using effects
Here's how to apply an effect to the sound. You can
use either effect 'a' or b', but not both.
• Press the FX button. Each time you press it, the
effect setting will cycle through effect 'a' (the 'a'
indicator lit), effect 'b' (the 'b' indicator lit), and
off (both indicators 'a' and 'b' unlit).
You won't be able to switch effects if the CLIP,
PAD, 'a', or 'b' indicators are blinking (Edit mode).
In this case, press the CLIP/PAD button to make the
indicator light up.
note:
You can assign different effect types to effects
'a' and 'b'. You can also adjust settings such as the
amount of effect that will be applied. For details on
these settings, refer to “Editing the settings” (See
page 14).
note:
Immediately after the power is turned on, the
effect will be off. 'a' and 'b' will remember the settings that you had last specified before turning the
power off.
note:
You can also exit Edit mode by pressing the
, , or + buttons as well as the CLIP/PAD
button.
Playing and overdubbing rhythm patterns
You can enjoy jamming along with rhythm patterns
in a variety of genres. You can also overdub your
own performance onto these rhythm patterns.
Playing back a rhythm pattern
1.
While holding down the SHIFT button, press the
button to make the rhythm pattern / looper
select indication (located in the upper right of the
operating panel) light up.
This selects the rhythm pattern function.
2.
Press the button to start playback (the indicator will light).
3.
Press the button to stop playback (the indicator will go dark).
4.
You can choose from 100 different rhythm patterns. To switch rhythm patterns, press the + button. The next rhythm pattern (i.e., the pattern of
the following number) will be selected. If you
hold down the SHIFT button and press the + button, the previous rhythm pattern will be selected.
By holding down the + button, you can step
through the rhythm patterns.
The pattern number in the display will blink while
the rhythm pattern is switching. Once the change
has occurred, the display will revert to indicating
the sound number.
For details on each rhythm pattern, refer to
“Rhythm Patterns” (See page 69).
note:
You can adjust the volume of the rhythm pat-
tern. Refer to “Editing the settings” (See page 14).
note:
You can't change the playback speed of the
rhythm pattern.
Overdubbing your own performance onto a
rhythm pattern
1.
Select a rhythm pattern, and play it back. See
“Playing back a rhythm pattern.”
2.
Select the sound that you want to overdub. See
“Selecting sounds.”
3.
Press the button to start recording (the indicator will light up).
4.
Strike the pad or the object where the clip is
attached; your performance will be recorded.
5.
Press the button or the button to stop
recording.
If you press the button, recording will end and
playback will continue. If you press the button, recording will end and playback will stop.
6.
You can repeat the above steps to overdub your
performance as many times as you wish.
note:
If you want to erase your recorded performance and re-record, you can use the Undo/Redo
function. Refer to “Undo and Redo” (See page 13).
note:
If you press the button from the stopped
condition, playback and recording will start simultaneously.
The recorded performance will disappear when
you select another rhythm pattern, switch to the
Looper function, or turn off the power. Immediately after the power is turned on, the original
rhythm pattern 00 will be selected.
During playback and recording, the pad sensitivity will automatically be lowered to prevent
acoustic feedback.
7.
You can mute (or unmute) the sound of the
rhythm pattern if desired. If you mute the rhythm
pattern, you'll hear only the performance that you
overdubbed.
Hold down the SHIFT button and press the FX
button. Each time you do so, muting will turn on/
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Performing
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off. When muted, the rhythm pattern / looper
select indicator will blink.
note:
If you select another rhythm pattern (or switch
to the Looper) while muted, muting will automatically be cancelled.
Overdubbing phrases (Looper)
You can create phrases by overdubbing the sound of
your own performance. The maximum length of the
phrase is 25 seconds.
First recording pass
1.
Hold down the SHIFT button and press the
button to make the rhythm pattern / looper select
indicator (at the upper right of the operating
panel) go dark.
The Looper function is now selected.
2.
Press the button. The WAVEDRUM Mini will
be in record-ready mode (the and buttons will blink).
3.
Start performing by striking the pad or the object
to where the clip is attached. Recording will start
the instant the first sound is input to the pad or
clip.
Alternatively, you can press the button to
start recording.
The display will indicate the remaining number of
seconds available for recording.
4.
To stop recording, press one of the four buttons
to the right ( – SHIFT); recording will stop,
and the recorded phrase will play back repeatedly.
The location where you stopped recording on this
first pass will be the end of the loop; i.e., this
determines the length of the phrase.
4.
When you've finished performing, press the
or button.
If you press the button, recording will end and
playback will continue. If you press the button, recording will end and playback will stop.
note:
If you decide to cancel the recorded performance and re-record, you can use Undo/Redo. Refer
to “Undo and Redo.”
note:
If you press the button from the stopped
status, playback and recording will start simultaneously.
The recorded performance will disappear when
you switch to the Rhythm Pattern function, or
when you turn off the power.
During playback and recording, the pad sensitivity will automatically be lowered to prevent
acoustic feedback.
Undo and Redo
Undo
takes you back to the state of the previous
recording.
• During playback, while stopped, or during
recording, hold down the SHIFT button and
press the button.
note:
If you Undo while recording, you won't be
able to Redo. You can't Undo while recording the
first pass of the Looper.
Redo
takes you from the state following Undo back
to the last-recorded state.
• During playback or while stopped, hold down the
SHIFT button and press the button.
Second and subsequent recording passes
1.
Press the button to play back the Looper
(the indicator will light up).
As desired, select the sound that you want to overdub.
2.
Press the button. Recording will start (the
indicator will light up).
3.
Strike the pad or the object where the clip is
attached; your performance will be recorded
(overdubbed).
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Editing the settings
Edit page
select
Edit select (press for
two seconds)
Numeric input
Edit select (press for two
seconds) / Page select
Editing the settings
The WAVEDRUM Mini lets you adjust the volume
of the pad, clip, and rhythm pattern.
For some sounds, you can change the pitch or transposition.
You can also change the effect type for effects 'a'
and 'b', and adjust the effect.
These types of adjustments are referred to as “editing.”
Editing procedure
1.
Hold down the Edit (CLIP/PAD) button for
approximately two seconds.
The two indicators below the button will blink,
and the display will indicate an edit page. If you're
editing an effect, the indicators below the FX button will also blink.
2.
To select the parameter that you want to edit, use
the buttons to switch between edit pages.
For more about the edit pages and their parameters, refer to “Parameter list.”
For example if you want to edit the effect type for
effect 'a', choose (effect 'a': Type select).
3.
Edit the value.
Hold down the SHIFT button, and use the
buttons to change the value. The value will appear
in the display when you press the SHIFT button;
you'll see this value change when you press the
or button. If you hold down a button, the value
will change successively.
4.
When you've finished editing, press the Edit
(CLIP/PAD) button to exit the edit pages.
note:
The edited content is automatically saved
when you exit the edit pages.
note:
You can also exit the edit pages by pressing
the , , or + button instead of the Edit (CLIP/
PAD) button.
note:
If you want to edit the Transpose or Scale setting, you must first select a sound where those
parameters are available, and then enter the edit
pages. Refer to “Sounds” (See page 68).
note:
You can't enter the edit pages while the Rhythm
Pattern or the Looper is playing or recording.
note:
You can also enter the edit pages by holding
down the FX button for two seconds or longer. Each
time you press the FX button, you'll step through
the edit pages in the order of → → .
Parameter list
The WAVEDRUM Mini lets you edit the following
parameters.
Global parameters
Edit page no.: Parameter name [Default value]
: Transpose [0...12]
Specifies the key in semitone steps.
Transpose can be edited only for some of the
sounds. A value of 0 corresponds to C. Increasing
the value will raise the pitch in semitone steps.
However in some cases, incrementing this value
will make the pitch “wrap around” to the octave
below; for example at the value 6 (F#), the pitch
might be the F# an octave below, with subsequent
increments once again raising the pitch. This will
differ for each sound.
The right column of the table in “Sounds” (See page
68) indicates the value where the pitch of a transposable sound will wrap around.
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: Scale (temperament) [0...6]
Some sounds allow you to play phrases in a scale.
Some phrases will sound randomly with a different
pitch of the scale being heard each time you strike,
while for other phrases the pitch is determined by
the force of your strike. The scale can be specified
only for some of the sounds.
The right column of the table in “Sounds” (See page
68) contains a “O” for sounds that let you specify
the scale.
You can choose from the following scales.
0. Major, 1. Major Pentatonic, 2. Minor Pentatonic,
3. Minor, 4. India (Hanuma Todi), 5. Gamelan,
6. Tonic
With the 6. Tonic setting, the sound will be at the
pitch specified by the “Transpose” setting. For other
settings, refer to “Scale” (See page 69).
: Pad level [0...99]
Adjusts the volume of the sound output by the pad.
Use this to adjust the volume balance between the
pad and the clip.
: Clip level [0...99]
Adjusts the volume of the sound output by the clip.
Use this to adjust the volume balance between the
pad and the clip.
: Clip gain [0...99]
Adjusts the level of the input signal from the clip.
Adjust this as appropriate for the volume produced
by the object where the clip is attached.
: Rhythm level [0...99]
Adjusts the volume of the rhythm pattern.
: Speaker level [0...99]
Adjusts the output volume of the speaker. This setting does not affect the OUTPUT or headphone
jacks.
: Auto power-off [Off, On]
With the On ( ) setting, the auto power-off function is enabled; the WAVEDRUM Mini will automatically turn off the power approximately four
hours after the last panel operation was performed.
With the Off ( ) setting, the auto power-off function is disabled.
Effect parameters
Edit page no.: Parameter name [Default value]
: Effect 'a': Type select [0...9]
Selects the effect type for effect 'a'. For the available
effect types, refer to “Effect type list” below.
: Effect 'a': Dry/wet [0...99]
Adjusts the balance between the effect sound and
direct sound. With a setting of 0, only the direct
sound will be heard.
: Effect 'a': Parameter 1 [min...max]
: Effect 'a': Parameter 2 [min...max]
: Effect 'a': Parameter 3 [min...max]
These parameters edit the effect. The three parameters will differ depending on the effect type. Refer
to “Effect type list” below.
: Effect 'b': Type select [0...9]
Selects the effect type for effect 'b'. For the available
effect types, refer to “Effect type list” below.
: Effect 'b': Dry/wet [0...99]
Adjusts the balance between the effect sound and
direct sound. With a setting of 0, only the direct
sound will be heard.
: Effect 'b': Parameter 1 [min...max]
: Effect 'b': Parameter 2 [min...max]
: Effect 'b': Parameter 3 [min...max]
These parameters edit the effect. The three parameters will differ depending on the effect type. Refer
to “Effect type list” below.
Effect type list
Use or to select an effect type, and use
, , or , , respectively
to edit the parameters. For every effect type,
and adjust the “dry/wet” balance.
Effect type 0: Reverb
This adds reverberation to the sound.
Parameter 1: Type [0...10]
Selects the type of reverb.
0: Off, 1: Slap, 2: Spring1, 3: Spring2, 4: Plate,
5: Garage, 6: Chamber, 7: Canyon, 8: Room,
9: Studio, 10: Hall
Parameter 2: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the reverb sound.
Parameter 3: Depth [0...99]
Adjusts the duration of the reverb.
Effect type 1: Multi Tap Delay
This provides a multi-tap delay with three taps.
Delay creates an “echo-like” effect.
Parameter 1: Mode [0...4]
This specifies the combination of heads to use.
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0: Conventional echo.
1: Plays delayed sound in the rhythm “ta ta ta (rest)”
2: Plays delayed sound in the rhythm “ta (rest) ta ta”
3: Plays delayed sound in the rhythm “ta ta (rest) ta”
4: Plays delayed sound in the rhythm “ta ta ta ta”
Parameter 2: Time [0...99]
Adjusts the delay time.
Parameter 3: Feedback [0...99]
Adjusts the amount of feedback.
Effect type 2: Delay + Reverb
This is a combination of delay and reverb.
Parameter 1: Time [0...99]
Adjusts the delay time of the delay.
Parameter 2: Feedback [0...99]
Adjusts the amount of feedback for the delay.
Parameter 3: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the reverb.
Effect type 3: Reverb + Phaser
This is a combination of reverb and phaser, which
produces a twisting sound like that of a rotary
speaker.
Parameter 1: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the reverb.
Parameter 2: Depth [0...99]
Adjusts the phaser's modulation depth.
Parameter 3: Speed [0...99]
Adjusts the phaser's modulation speed.
Effect type 4: Reverb + Flanger
This is a combination of reverb and flanger, which
produces a swooshing sound reminiscent of a jet
airplane taking off and landing.
Parameter 1: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the reverb.
Parameter 2: Depth [0...99]
Adjusts the flanger's modulation depth.
Parameter 3: Speed [0...99]
Adjusts the flanger's modulation speed.
Effect type 5: Pitch Shifter
This effect generates harmony by adding a pitchshifted sound.
Parameter 1: Pitch [0...48]
Adjusts the pitch in semitone steps.
Parameter 2: Tracking [0...99]
Adjusts the tracking characteristics of the pitch
shifter. A shorter setting is appropriate when the
Pitch is set near 24, and a longer setting is appropriate when the Pitch is set at a more distant value.
Parameter 3: Delay Time [0...99]
Adjusts the delay time of the mixed sound.
Effect type 6: Random Step Filter
This effect applies a filter with a randomly changing
frequency.
Parameter 1: Speed [0...99]
Adjusts the speed.
Parameter 2: Depth [0...99]
Adjusts the depth of modulation.
Parameter 3: Resonance [0...99]
Adjusts the depth of resonance.
Effect type 7: Sweep Modulation Delay +
Flanger
This is a combination of a sweep modulation delay
that applies modulation according to the dynamics
of the input sound, and a flanger.
Parameter 1: Time [0...99]
Adjusts the sweep time of the sweep modulation
delay.
Parameter 2: Type [0...1]
Specifies the sweep direction of the sweep modulation delay.
Parameter 3: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the flanger.
Effect type 8: Tube OD + Flanger
This is a combination of an overdrive that distorts
the sound, and a flanger.
Parameter 1: Drive [0...99]
Adjusts the distortion (boost) of the overdrive.
Parameter 2: Speed [0...99]
Adjusts the flanger's modulation speed.
Parameter 3: Mix [0...99]
Adjusts the mix amount of the flanger.
Effect type 9: Random Step Filter + Delay
This is a combination of a random step filter and a
delay.
Parameter 1: Speed [0...99]
Adjusts the speed of the random step filter.
Parameter 2: Depth [0...99]
Adjusts the modulation depth of the random step filter.
Parameter 3: Time [0...99]
Adjusts the delay time.
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Appendix
Appendix
Restoring the factory settings
Here's how to return the WAVEDRUM Mini's
global settings and effect settings to their factory-set
condition.
1.
While holding down the button, press the
power switch to turn on the power.
The display will blink “PL” and the button
indicator will blink.
2.
Hold down the button for approximately two
seconds to execute the factory reset.
If you decide to cancel without executing, press
the power switch to turn off the power.
Never turn off the power while data is being
loaded. Doing so may damage the data.
3.
When you execute this operation, the WAVEDRUM Mini will be returned to its factory-set
condition, and will be in the same state as after a
normal power-on.
Error messages
The WAVEDRUM Mini automatically performs an
internal check when its power is turned on. If a
problem is detected, one of the following error messages will be displayed. Take the appropriate action
described below.
E. 0
: The user data has been lost. Initialize the data
as described in “Restoring the factory settings”
above.
E. 1
: A system error has occurred. Immediately stop
using the WAVEDRUM Mini, and contact your
nearby Korg dealer.
Troubleshooting
If you suspect a malfunction, check the following
points first. If this does not resolve the problem,
contact your nearby Korg dealer.
Power won't turn on
• Make sure that the AC Adapter is correctly connected to the WAVEDRUM Mini and to an AC
outlet.
• If you're using batteries, make sure that they are
inserted correctly.
No sound from the speaker
• Turn the VOLUME knob toward the right.
• No sound will be output from the speaker if a
cable is connected to the headphone jack or the
OUTPUT jack.
G. 7
• Could the global parameter
set to 0?
Can't select sounds or effects
Could the CLIP or PAD indicators of the buttons on
the left of the control panel be blinking?
Press one of the CLIP/PAD, , , or + buttons
to make the indicator change from blinking to
steadily lit.
Rhythm pattern doesn't sound
• Could the rhythm pattern / looper select indicator
(on the upper right side of the panel) be blinking?
If it's blinking, the rhythm pattern is muted. To
cancel muting, hold down the SHIFT button and
press the FX button.
• Could the global parameter
level be set to 0?
Speaker Level be
G. 6
rhythm pattern
Can't operate the buttons
The pattern number on the display will blink while
the rhythm pattern is being switched. During this
time, you won't be able to switch sounds or start/
stop the rhythm pattern.
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