Roland BR-800 User Manual
Recording Flow on the BR-800
Preparations for Recording
Record/Playback
Record with Effects Applied
Record while Listening to Rhythm
Edit Your Song
Make Connections (p. 32)
Turn the Power On/Off (p. 34)
Record (p. 36)
Playback (p. 41)
Turning the Insert Effect On/Off (p. 55)
Easily Edit the Insert Effect (p. 55)
Turn Rhythm On/Off (p. 90)
Play Patterns (p. 91)
Copy or Erase Tracks (p. 105)
Name Your Song (p. 108)
to Record
Playback
Recording/
Using
Effects
Using
Rhythm
EditingMasteringUsing USBConvenient
Master Your Song
Using Mastering in Creating a Song (p. 112)
Making Use of Songs After Mastering (p. 116)
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Functions
Appendixes Quick StartGetting Ready
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
002c
• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit
or its AC adaptor.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace
parts within it (except when this manual
provides specific instructions directing you to
do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
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004
• Never install the unit in any of the following
locations.
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a
heating duct, on top of heat-generating
equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
floors); or are
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
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007
• Make sure you always have the unit placed so
it is level and sure to remain stable. Never
place it on stands that could wobble, or on
inclined surfaces.
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008c
• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied
with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage
at the installation matches the input voltage
specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC
adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for
a different voltage, so their use could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
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About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be
carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must
not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that
the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
009
• Do not excessively twist or bend the power
cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so
can damage the cord, producing severed
elements and short circuits. Damaged cords
are fire and shock hazards!
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010
• This unit, either alone or in combination with
an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may
be capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not
operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or
at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
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011
• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable
material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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012c
• If any of the following occurs, immediately
turn off the power, remove the AC adaptor
from the outlet, and disconnect the USB cable.
Then, request servicing by your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
• The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has been
damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto
the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has
become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
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013
• In households with small children, an adult
should provide supervision until the child is
capable of following all the rules essential for
the safe operation of the unit.
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014
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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015
• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to
share an outlet with an unreasonable number of
other devices. Be especially careful when using
—
extension cords
the total power used by all
devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet
must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for
the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation
on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.
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016
• Before using the unit in a foreign country,
consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
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019
• Batteries must never be recharged, heated,
taken apart, or thrown into fire or water.
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027
• Never expose Battery to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be
located so their location or position does not
interfere with their proper ventilation.
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102d
• Always grasp only the output plug or the
body of the AC adaptor when plugging into,
or unplugging from, this unit or an outlet.
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103b
• At regular intervals, you should unplug the
AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth
to wipe all dust and other accumulations
away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the
power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to
remain unused for an extended period of time. Any
accumulation of dust between the power plug and the
power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.
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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the reach of children.
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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects
on the unit.
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107d
• Never handle the AC adaptor body, or its
output plugs, with wet hands when plugging
into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC
adaptor and all cords coming from external
devices.
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109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power
and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p.
32).
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110b
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of
lightning in your area, disconnect the AC
adaptor from the outlet.
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111: Selection
• If used improperly, batteries may explode or
leak and cause damage or injury. In the
interest of safety, please read and observe the
following precautions (p. 19).
1
• Carefully follow the installation instruc-
tions for batteries, and make sure you
observe the correct polarity.
2
• Avoid using new batteries together with
used ones. In addition, avoid mixing
different types of batteries.
3
• Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to
remain unused for an extended period of time.
5
• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth or paper
towel to wipe all remnants of the discharge from the
battery compartment. Then install new batteries. To
avoid inflammation of the skin, make sure that none of
the battery discharge gets onto your hands or skin.
Exercise the utmost caution so that none of the
discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately rinse the
affected area with running water if any of the discharge
has entered the eyes.
6
• Never keep batteries together with metallic objects such
as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.
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112
• Used batteries must be disposed of in
compliance with whatever regulations for
their safe disposal that may be observed in the
region in which you live.
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118c
• Keep any screws or card cover you may
remove and the included SD card in a safe
place out of children’s reach, so there is no
chance of them being swallowed accidentally.
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120
• Always turn the phantom power off when
connecting any device other than condenser
microphones that require phantom power.
You risk causing damage if you mistakenly
supply phantom power to dynamic microphones, audio
playback devices, or other devices that don’t require such
power. Be sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that
came with it.
(This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply:
Use of Batteries
301
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is
being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled
by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine,
microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a
motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical
appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this
unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is
not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a
power supply noise filter between this unit and the
electrical outlet.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a
cause for concern.
303a
• The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s
power consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer
to use batteries, please use the alkaline type.
304a
• When installing or replacing batteries, always turn off
the power on this unit and disconnect any other devices
you may have connected. This way, you can prevent
malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other
devices.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions
and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
Placement
351
• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other
equipment containing large power transformers) may
induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the
source of interference.
352a
• This device may interfere with radio and television
reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such
receivers.
352b
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications
devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity
of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or
initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you
experience such problems, you should relocate such
wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from
this unit, or switch them off.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit.
Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use
the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the
unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until
the condensation has completely evaporated.
360
• Depending on the material and temperature of the
surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may
discolor or mar the surface.
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber
feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please
make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry
cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water.
To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to
wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
deformation.
Repairs and Data
452
• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s
memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs.
Important data should always be backed up on an SD
card, a computer, or written down on paper (when
possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the
loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when
circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we
regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
551
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the
improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself
against the risk of loosing important data, we
recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of
important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on
an SD card or a computer.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the
contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory or
an SD card once it has been lost. Roland Corporation
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its
jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to
malfunctions.
554
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s
internal elements.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the
unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to
use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned
about those around you (especially when it is late at
night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the
box (including padding) that it came in, if possible.
Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging
materials.
561
• Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland
EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk
causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
562
• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use
cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this
unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to
be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information
on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the
cable.
Before Using SD Cards
Using SD Cards
704
• Carefully insert the SD card all the way in—until it is
firmly in place.
708
• SD cards are constructed using precision components;
handle the cards carefully, paying particular note to the
following.
• To prevent damage to the cards from static
electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity
from your own body before handling the cards.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact
with the contact portion of the cards.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock
or vibration.
• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed
vehicles, or other such locations.
• Do not allow cards to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.
Handling DVD-ROMs
801
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside
(encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty DVDROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs
clean using a commercially available DVD cleaner.
Copyright
851
• Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, performance, or broadcast of copyrighted material (musical
works, visual works, broadcasts, live performances, etc.)
belonging to a third party in part or in whole without the
permission of the copyright owner is forbidden by law.
852
• This product can be used to record or duplicate audio or
visual material without being limited by certain technological copy-protection measures. This is due to the fact
that this product is intended to be used for the purpose
of producing original music or video material, and is
therefore designed so that material that does not infringe
copyrights belonging to others (for example, your own
original works) can be recorded or duplicated freely.
853
• Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a
copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of
third-party copyrights arising through your use of this
unit.
705
• Never touch the terminals of the SD card. Also, avoid
getting the terminals dirty.
Operating Buttons
• The buttons might not respond correctly in the following
situations.
• If you operate them wearing gloves
• If you operate them with a pen or any object other
than your finger
• If beads of water have formed on the BR-800
• If an object is resting on the BR-800
• If two or more buttons are being touched
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Contents
Recording Flow on the BR-800 ...............3
USING THE UNIT SAFELY.................... 4
IMPORTANT NOTES.............................. 6
Main Features.......................................... 11
Panel Descriptions.................................. 12
Top Panel................................................... 12
Front Panel................................................ 16
Rear Panel ................................................. 17
Side Panel.................................................. 18
Installing Batteries ................................... 19
Quick Start ......................... 21
Listening to the Demo Songs ................22
1. Make Connections ............................... 22
2. Turn on the Power ............................... 23
3. Listen to the Demo Songs ................... 24
Recording with the EZ Recording
Function ...................................................26
1. Make Recording Settings .................... 26
2. Recording .............................................. 27
3. Playing Back ......................................... 29
EZ Recording Parameter List ................. 30
Getting Ready to Record ..... 31
Making Connections ..............................32
Using the Cord Hook .............................. 33
Turning the Power On/Off................... 34
Turning the Power On ............................ 34
Turning the Power Off ............................ 34
Recording/Playback ........... 35
Recording................................................. 36
Creating a New Song (SONG NEW)..... 36
Selecting a Song (SONG SELECT)......... 36
Selecting the Input Source ...................... 37
Adjusting the Input Sensitivity.............. 37
Adjusting the Recording Level .............. 38
Selecting the Track(s) for Recording ..... 38
Selecting V-Tracks.................................... 39
Adjusting the Stereo Feel of the Input
Sound (PAN)............................................. 40
Recording ..................................................40
Loop Recording ........................................ 41
Playback..................................................... 41
Recording Additional Performances
(Overdubbing) ........................................ 42
Playing Back Repeatedly (Repeat)....... 43
Specifying the Repeat Region................. 43
Setting the Repeat Region to an Exact
Interval....................................................... 44
Re-Recording Only Over a Mistake
(Punch-In/Out) ...................................... 45
Manual Punch-In/Out ............................45
Auto Punch-In/Out ................................. 46
Cancelling an Operation
(UNDO/REDO) ..................................... 48
Returning to the Previous State
(UNDO) .....................................................48
Canceling the Undo (REDO) ..................48
Viewing Information about the Song.. 49
Viewing the Remaining Recording
Time............................................................ 49
Viewing Song Information ..................... 49
Simple Recording (SONG SKETCH)... 50
Switching to Song Sketch Mode............. 50
Recording ..................................................50
Playback..................................................... 51
Erasing a WAV File.................................. 51
Naming a WAV File................................. 52
Viewing Information about
the WAV File............................................. 52
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Contents
Using Effects ....................... 53
Using Insert Effects ................................ 54
Effect Patches and Banks ........................ 54
Turning the Insert Effect On/Off .......... 55
Easily Creating an Insert Effect (EZ
TONE)........................................................ 55
Editing the Insert Effect Settings............ 56
Saving the Insert Effect Settings
(Write)........................................................ 57
Changing the Location of the Insert
Effect (LOCATION)................................. 58
Algorithm List .......................................... 59
Parameter List........................................... 64
Adding a Sense of Spaciousness .......... 83
Adjusting the Loop Effect Depth........... 83
Editing the Loop Effect ........................... 84
Parameter List........................................... 84
Adjusting the Tone of Each Track........ 86
Editing the Track EQ ............................... 86
Parameter List........................................... 86
Using Rhythm ..................... 87
Overview of the Rhythm Section .........88
Patterns and Arrangements.................... 88
About the Drum Sounds (Drum Kits)... 89
Turning the Rhythm On/Off ................. 90
Switching between Pattern Mode and
Arrangement Mode ................................. 90
Playing Patterns...................................... 91
Changing the Tempo............................... 92
Using [TAP TEMPO] Button to Set the
Tempo........................................................ 92
Playing an Arrangement .......................93
Changing the Tempo............................... 94
Using [TAP TEMPO] Button to Set the
Tempo........................................................ 94
Changing the Drum Sounds
(Drum Kit) ...............................................95
Selecting a Drum Kit................................ 95
Creating an Original Arrangement ..... 96
Inserting a Step......................................... 98
Erasing a Step ........................................... 98
Naming an Arrangement........................ 99
Copying an Arrangement ..................... 100
Erasing an Arrangement ....................... 101
Delaying the Pattern/Arrangement
Playback (OFFSET) .............................. 102
Editing ..............................103
Finding the Location at which a Sound
Begins or Ends (Scrub/Preview) ....... 104
Editing.................................................... 105
Track Editing .......................................... 105
Copying a Song (SONG COPY) ........... 107
Erasing a Song (SONG ERASE) ...........107
Naming a Song (SONG NAME) ..........108
Protecting a Song
(SONG PROTECT)................................. 108
Saving a Song
(SAVE CURRENT STATE) ...................109
Mastering .........................111
Using Mastering in Creating a Song . 112
Editing the Mastering Effect Settings.. 114
Saving the Mastering Effect Settings
(Write)...................................................... 115
Parameter List......................................... 115
Making Use of Songs After
Mastering............................................... 116
Making Use of Songs on Your
Computer ................................................ 116
Recording the Mastered Song to an
External Device....................................... 116
Using USB .........................117
Before Using USB ................................. 118
About the “BR-800 DVD-ROM” ..........118
Installing the USB Driver ...................... 118
Data Structure on the SD Card............. 118
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Contents
Using the BR-800 as an Audio
Interface ................................................. 119
Recording Audio from the BR-800 on
Your Computer ...................................... 119
Using the BR-800 to Hear Songs Played
Back by Your Computer........................ 119
Using the BR-800 to Record Songs Played
Back by Your Computer........................ 119
Using the BR-800 as a Control
Surface.................................................... 120
Using SONAR LE................................... 120
Controllers that Can Be Used
in Control Surface Mode....................... 120
Exchanging Data with Your
Computer............................................... 121
Using BOSS BR Series Wave
Converter................................................. 121
Transferring WAV Files ........................ 121
Saving Data on Your Computer
(Backup/Recover) ................................123
Making Settings for USB
Functionality .........................................125
Parameter List......................................... 125
Convenient Functions ........ 127
Adjusting the Headphone Volume
(PHONES LEVEL).................................. 133
Practicing Phrases
(PHRASE TRAINER)........................... 134
Slowing Down the Speed
(TIME STRETCH)................................... 134
Minimizing Sounds in the Center
(CENTER CANCEL).............................. 135
Restoring the Factory Settings
(FACTORY RESET).............................. 136
Initializing an SD Card (FORMAT)... 137
Viewing the SD Card Usage
(SD CARD INFORMATION) ............. 138
Reducing the Battery Consumption
(POWER SAVE).................................... 139
Using a Condenser Microphone
(PHANTOM POWER)......................... 140
Appendixes....................... 141
SD Cards that Can Be Used
with the BR-800 .................................... 142
Arrangement / Pattern List................ 144
Preset Arrangement List .......................144
Preset Pattern List ..................................145
Adjusting the Display Contrast.......... 128
Using a Foot Switch/Expression
Pedal ....................................................... 129
Using an Expression Pedal ................... 129
Using a Foot Switch............................... 129
Tuning Your Instrument (TUNER).... 130
Switching to the Tuner.......................... 130
Tuning...................................................... 130
Specifying the Tuner’s Reference
Pitch ......................................................... 131
Mixing the Sound from an Audio
Device (LINE IN MIX) .........................132
Output Settings (OUTPUT)................. 133
Output Settings for LINE OUT and
Headphone (OUTPUT MODE)............ 133
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Troubleshooting ................................... 146
Problems with the Power Supply ........ 146
Problems with the Sound...................... 146
Problems with the SD Card .................. 147
Problems with USB ................................ 148
Problems with the Buttons.................... 148
Error Message List ............................... 149
Specifications ........................................ 152
Index....................................................... 153
Main Features
The BR-800 is a digital recorder that allows even the beginner to create songs easily.
From recording to mastering, this convenient device makes it easy for you to start enjoying the benefits of digital recording.
Four-Track Simultaneous Recording/Eight-Track Simultaneous Playback
The BR-800 provides recording capabilities to meet a
wide range of needs.
Numerous High-Quality Effects (p. 53, p. 111)
• COSM effects for electric guitar/bass are taken from
the BOSS GT-10/10B.
• Effects for vocals which provide for pitch correction,
and those that realistically model the sound of an
acoustic guitar are provided.
• Since the BR-800 comes equipped with mastering
effects that you can use at anytime, as well as loop
effects, it alone is just about all you need for creating
some truly high-quality songs.
Rhythm Function (p. 87)
Comes with Rhythm production functionality that
offers high-quality drum sounds.
You can use this as a guide during recording, or create
your own original rhythm part and record it along
with your performance.
Connecting via USB (p. 117)
There are three ways of powering the unit: with an AC
adaptor, with batteries, or by connecting it to a USB
bus. This means that you can use the BR-800 just about
anywhere.
Built-in Stereo Microphones
The built-in stereo microphones provide a convenient
way to record your band performance or acoustic
instruments.
Three-Way Power Supply
The BR-800 can be operated using an AC adaptor,
batteries, or USB bus power.
EZ Recording Function (p. 26)
The EZ Recording function provides quick setup for
various types of recording.
Song Sketch Function (p. 50)
The Song Sketch function lets you record and play back
stereo WAV files.
This is a convenient way to record audio memos of
your musical ideas and phrases.
About COSM (Composite Object Sound
Modeling)
Composite Object Sound Modeling–or “COSM” for
short–is BOSS/Roland’s innovative and powerful
technology that’s used to digitally recreate the sound
of classic musical instruments and effects. COSM
analyzes the many factors that make up the original
sound–including its electrical and physical
characteristics–and creates a digital model that
accurately reproduces the original.
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Panel Descriptions
1
Top Panel
fig.TopPanel.eps
1
2
3
4
MIC L/R (internal stereo microphones L/R)
You can use these microphones to record in stereo.
“Selecting the Input Source” (p. 37)
* Speakers are not built in. In order to hear the sound, you’ll
need to use headphones or connect amplified speakers to
LINE OUT jacks.
8
7
6
5
PEAK indicators
These indicate whether distortion is occurring with respect
to INPUT 1–4 jacks or with the internal stereo microphones
(input sources).
The indicator will light approximately -6 dB below the
level at which distortion begins. Use the INPUT SENS
knobs to adjust the input sensitivity so that the PEAK
indicators light occasionally when you play strongly.
2
[INPUT SENS (Input sensitivity) [1] , [2] knobs
These knobs adjust the input sensitivity of the devices
connected to INPUT 1 and 2 jacks.
INPUT SENS (Input sensitivity)
[3/MIC L], [4/MIC R] knobs
These knobs adjust the input sensitivity of the devices
connected to INPUT 3 and 4 jacks, or of the internal stereo
microphones.
“Adjusting the Input Sensitivity” (p. 37)
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“Adjusting the Input Sensitivity” (p. 37)
[REC LEVEL] (Recording level) knob
This knob adjusts the volume of the recording on the track.
* If you turn down the [REC LEVEL] knob during recording
in order to decrease the monitoring volume, the input source
will be recorded at a lower volume. This will cause noise to
be more noticeable when you raise the track’s volume during
playback.
If you want to decrease the monitoring volume, you should
use the [MASTER] fader to lower the volume. If you want to
change the volume during playback, adjust the [TRACK]
faders of each track.
“Adjusting the Recording Level” (p. 38)
3
5
Track [1]–[7/8] faders
These faders adjust the playback volume of each track.
[RHYTHM] fader
This fader adjusts the volume of the rhythm.
“Playing Patterns” (p. 91)
“Playing an Arrangement” (p. 93)
[MASTER] fader
This fader adjusts the overall volume.
4
Track 1–7/8 [PLAY] buttons
These buttons select the tracks that will play.
Unlit:
Lit:
Blinking:
Track 1–7/8 [REC] buttons
These buttons select the tracks that will be recorded.
Unlit:
Lit:
Blinking:
[TAP TEMPO] button
You can set the tempo of the rhythm by repeatedly pressing
this button at the desired timing.
[MASTER FX] (Mastering effect) button
This button accesses a screen where you can turn the
mastering effect on/off and edit its settings.
Track that contains no data (unrecorded)
Track that will play (contains data)
Track that will not play (contains data)
Track that will not be recorded
Track that will be recorded
Track that will be loop-recorded
“Recording” (p. 36)
“Using [TAP TEMPO] Button to Set the Tempo” (p.
92), (p. 94)
Panel Descriptions
[RETRY] button
This button returns to the time location at which you last
started recording.
[REPEAT] button
Use this button to specify a desired section for repeated
listening.
“Playing Back Repeatedly (Repeat)” (p. 43)
[ZERO] button
This button moves you to the 00:00:00-00:0 time location.
[REW] (Rewind) button
The song will continue rewinding while you hold down this
button.
[FF] (Fast-forward) button
The song will continue fast-forwarding while you hold
down this button.
[STOP] button
This button stops recording/playback.
“Recording” (p. 40)
“Playback” (p. 41)
[PLAY] button
This button plays the song. If the [REC] button is blinking,
pressing [PLAY] button will start recording. This button
will light green during recording or playback.
“Recording” (p. 40)
“Playback” (p. 41)
[REC] (Recording) button
This is the Recording button. In addition to the normal
Recording operation, it is also used to punch-in/out. While
in recording standby, this button will blink red, and will
change to steadily lit red during recording.
“Mastering” (p. 111)
“Recording” (p. 40)
“Manual Punch-In/Out” (p. 45)
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Panel Descriptions
7
fig.TopPanel.eps
1
2
3
4
6
[TRACK] button
This button allows you to adjust each track’s tone quality or
edit the track (p. 105).
[MENU] button
This button accesses various functions, such as settings for
the entire BR-800.
[EXIT] button
This button returns you to the previous screen, or cancels an
operation.
[ENTER] button
This button confirms a selection or finalizes an entry.
Dial
Use this to move the current location of the song (fast-
forward or rewind). When making settings for various
functions, this dial is used to edit values.
8
7
6
5
[EFFECTS] button
This button accesses a screen in which you can turn the
insert effect (p. 54) on/off and edit its settings.
[RHYTHM] button
This button accesses a screen in which you can turn the
rhythm on/off and edit its settings.
“Overview of the Rhythm Section” (p. 88)
[SONG SKETCH] button
This button takes you to Song Sketch mode.
“Simple Recording (SONG SKETCH)” (p. 50)
[EZ REC] (EZ recording) button
This button enters EZ Recording mode.
CURSOR buttons
These buttons move the cursor.
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“Recording with the EZ Recording Function” (p. 26)
8
Display
fig.Display.eps
2 3
Panel Descriptions
6
Tempo
This indicates the tempo of the rhythm.
7
4
5
Level meter
This indicates the volume.
1
6
7
This shows various types of information depending on the
settings you’re making, such as volume levels, menu
screens, and parameter editing screens.
If you find the display screen difficult to read, refer to
“Adjusting the Display Contrast” (p. 128).
1
Song
This shows the song name.
2
Time
This shows the current time location in the song in
terms of “** hours (h) ** minutes(m) ** seconds(s).”
3
Frame
This shows the frame number of the current position in
the song.
4
Measure
This shows the current location in the song.
From the left, the values indicate the “measure
number” – “beat number.”
5
Power
This indicates the power supply status.
Indication
Explanation
Power is being supplied from the AC
adaptor.
Power is being supplied from the computer.
The batteries are in good condition.
Item
INPUT
TRACK
RHY
L R
Explanation
This indicates the volume of the input.
This indicates the volume of the output
from each track.
This indicates the volume of the output
from the rhythm.
This indicates the volume of the output
following the [MASTER] fader.
About the Play Screen
On the BR-800, the main screen that appears (for example)
immediately after the power is turned on (see below) is
called the “Play screen.”
D_Play.eps
The explanations in this manual include
illustrations that depict what should typically be
shown by the display. Note, however, that your
unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of
the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what
you actually see in the display may not always
match what appears in the manual.
The batteries are running low.
The batteries are almost empty. Install
fresh batteries as soon as possible.
The batteries are empty. Install fresh
batteries.
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Panel Descriptions
If the OUTPUT MODE (p. 133) is set to “SPLIT,” only the sound of the rhythm track will be output from the
PHONES jack.
Front Panel
fig.FrontPanel.eps
1
1
PHONES jack (stereo phone type)
Connect separately sold stereo headphones here. Connecting headphones will allow you to hear the same sound as the
LINE OUT jacks outputs.
Use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the headphone volume.
2
GUITAR/BASS jack
Connect your guitar or bass here. This is a high-impedance input jack.
2
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Rear Panel
fig.RearPanel.eps
Panel Descriptions
2
1
Security Slot ( )
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2
LINE OUT jacks
These are analog audio output jacks. You can connect them to external audio equipment (e.g., a stereo amp), or to a CD
recorder or similar device to record the BR-800’s analog output (p. 116).
3
FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL (Foot switch/Expression pedal) jack
A separately sold foot switch (BOSS FS-5U, Roland DP-2) or expression pedal (Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H)
can be connected here.
If a foot switch is connected, you can use your foot to start/stop song playback or to punch-in/out.
If an expression pedal is connected, you can use your foot to control the insert effect.
“Using a Foot Switch/Expression Pedal” (p. 129)
4
LINE IN jack
This is an input jack for analog audio signals. You can connect the output of your portable audio player or similar device
to this jack.
5
INPUT 1–4 jacks
These are microphone/line input jacks/connectors. Two types are provided: mono phone jacks (TRS balanced input)
and XLR connectors (balanced input).
The XLR connector of INPUT 4 is able to provide 48V phantom power. The mono phone jacks accept both balanced and
unbalanced connections.
4
31
5
“Using a Condenser Microphone (PHANTOM POWER)” (p. 140)
* You can’t use the mono phone jack and the XLR connector simultaneously for the same input. Do not connect plugs to both
simultaneously.
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Panel Descriptions
Side Panel
fig.SidePanel.eps
1
1
MEMORY CARD (SD card) slot
Insert an SD card. Recording is not possible unless an SD card is inserted.
“SD Cards that Can Be Used with the BR-800” (p. 142)
2
USB connector
This connector lets you connect the BR-800 to your computer via a USB cable. When connected to a computer, you’ll be
able to do the following things.
• Use the BR-800 as an audio interface and control surface
• Transfer audio data to and from the computer
• Create original rhythms and drum kits
• Back up your data
“Using USB” (p. 117)
3
[POWER] switch
This is the power switch. It turns the BR-800’s power on/off (p. 34).
Position
ON
OFF Power is off
USB
Explanation
Power is on, when using the included AC adaptor or batteries
Power is on, when connected via USB cable.
USB (bus power) can be used when the BR-800 is connected to your computer via a USB cable.
Power is supplied from your computer via the USB cable. If using bus power, set the power switch to
the USB position.
* Before you can power the unit via a USB bus, you first need to install the appropriate driver in your computer
(p. 118).
* Depending on your computer, the BR-800 might not be able to operate using bus power. If so, please use the
included AC adaptor.
2
4
3
4
DC IN (AC adaptor) jack
Connect the included AC adaptor here (p. 32).
• Use only the included AC adaptor. Using any other adaptor may cause overheating and malfunction.
• Important data may be damaged if the AC adaptor is disconnected during use.
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Installing Batteries
• When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch
of newspapers or magazines, and place them
under the four corners or at both ends to prevent
damage to the buttons and controls. Also, you
should try to orient the unit so no buttons or
controls get damaged.
• When turning the unit upside-down, handle with
care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or
tip over.
• If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak
and cause damage or injury. In the interest of
safety, please read and observe the following
precautions.
• Carefully follow the installation instructions for
batteries, and make sure you observe the
correct polarity.
• Avoid using new batteries together with used
ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types
of batteries.
• Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to
remain unused for an extended period of time.
• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth
or paper towel to wipe all remnants of the
discharge from the battery compartment. Then
install new batteries. To avoid inflammation of
the skin, make sure that none of the battery
discharge gets onto your hands or skin. Exercise
the utmost caution so that none of the discharge
gets near your eyes. Immediately rinse the
affected area with running water if any of the
discharge has entered the eyes.
• Never keep batteries together with metallic
objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces,
hairpins, etc.
• We recommend that you use alkaline batteries,
which have a longer life span.
• When the batteries run low, the display will
indicate “Battery Low!” When this message
appears, replace the batteries as soon as possible.
• The battery life will depend on the conditions of
use and on the model of batteries. It will also be
affected by the type and capacity of the SD card.
1
Make sure that the [POWER] switch is “OFF.”
2
Turn the BR-800 upside down.
3
Detach the battery cover.
fig.Batt01.eps
Battery cover
4
Insert six AA batteries into the battery compartment,
taking care to observe the correct polarity (+/-
orientation).
fig.Batt02.eps
5
Attach the battery cover.
Panel Descriptions
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MEMO
20
Quick
Start
21
Listening to the Demo Songs
Monitor speakers
AC adaptor
To the LINE OUT jacks
Stereo headphones
If you’re using headphones,
connect them to the
PHONES jack.
Electric guitar
To the GUITAR/BASS jack
The SD card included with the BR-800 contains demo songs. Here’s how to play back the demo songs.
1. Make Connections
With the power switched off on both the BR-800 and your monitor speakers, make connections as shown below.
fig.Quick_EZ1-e.eps
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Listening to the Demo Songs
2
Turn on the [POWER] switch.
fig.Quick_DemoSong2-2.eps
2. Turn on the Power
* You must use the following procedure to turn on the power. Using an incorrect order may cause malfunction or speaker damage.
Lower the BR-800’s [MASTER] fader.
1
fig.Quick_DemoSong2-1.eps
Turn on the power of your monitor speakers.
3
to Record
Playback
Recording/
Using
Effects
Using
Rhythm
EditingMasteringUsing USBConvenient
Turning the Power Off
Make sure that song playback is stopped.
1
If the song is playing, press the [STOP] button to stop playback.
Turn off the power of your monitor speakers.
2
Turn off the [POWER] switch.
3
* Don’t turn off the power if the “Keep power on!” indication is shown.
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Functions
Appendixes Quick StartGetting Ready
Listening to the Demo Songs
3
Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SELECT,” and press the
[ENTER] button.
The SONG SELECT screen will appear.
3. Listen to the Demo Songs
Press the [MENU] button.
1
The MENU screen will appear.
D_Menu_Input.eps
Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “SONG,” and press the
2
[ENTER] button.
The SONG screen will appear.
D_Song_New.eps
Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “DemoSong,” and press the
4
[ENTER] button.
The play screen will appear.
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Set the faders to the positions shown below.
8
Press the [STOP] button to stop playback.
fig.Quick_DemoSong3-5.eps
5
fig.Quick_DemoSong3-5-e.eps
Listening to the Demo Songs
Track faders to nominal position.
[MASTER] fader at minimum.
Press the [PLAY] button.
6
Song playback will start. Slowly raise the [MASTER] fader to adjust the volume.
fig.Quick_DemoSong3-6.eps
Move the track faders to adjust each track’s volume as desired.
7
to Record
Playback
Recording/
Using
Effects
Using
Rhythm
EditingMasteringUsing USBConvenient
• Use of the demo song supplied with this product for any purpose other than private,
personal enjoyment without the permission of the copyright holder is prohibited by law.
Additionally, this data must not be copied, nor used in a secondary copyrighted work
without the permission of the copyright holder.
• Music Data Copyright: © 2010 BOSS Corporation
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Functions
Appendixes Quick StartGetting Ready
Recording with the EZ Recording Function
2
Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “NEW SONG,” and press the
[ENTER] button.
The EZ REC-2 screen will appear.
D_EZ_Rec_Souce.eps
EZ Recording is a function that makes it easy to start recording. Simply select a recording source and the desired musical
style, and the most suitable effect and rhythm settings will be made automatically.
As an example, here how to record your guitar.
For details on connections and turning on the power, refer to “1. Make Connections” (p. 22) and “2. Turn on the Power”
(p. 23).
1. Make Recording Settings
Press the [EZ REC] button.
1
The EZ REC-1 screen will appear.
D_EZ_Rec_New.eps
A new song will be created if you select “NEW
SONG” (p. 36).
If you want to use EZ Recording with the currently
selected song, select “CURRENT SONG.”
Use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons and the dial to choose the “SOURCE” and
3
“CATEGORY.”
Since you’ll be inputting your guitar, choose “E. GUITAR” as the SOURCE.
As the CATEGORY, choose the style that’s closest to what you have in mind for your song.
D_EZ_Rec_Category.eps
For details on the parameters for SOURCE and
CATEGORY, refer to “EZ Recording Parameter
List” (p. 30).
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Press the [ENTER] button.
1
Set the faders to the positions shown below.
fig.Quick_DemoSong3-5-e.eps
[MASTER] fader at minimum.
Track faders to nominal position.
4
The EZ REC-3 screen will appear.
The effect and rhythm for the selected SOURCE and CATEGORY are shown.
D_EZ_Rec_Result_Guitar.eps
Press the [ENTER] button.
5
This completes the recording settings.
2. Recording
Recording with the EZ Recording Function
You can use the CURSOR [ ] [ ] buttons
and the dial to change the effect or rhythm.
to Record
Playback
Recording/
Using
Effects
Turn the [REC LEVEL] knob to adjust the recording level.
2
Adjust the level so that the INPUT level meter moves within the range of -12 (between -24 and -6)–0
dB.
fig.Quick_EZ2-2.eps
Adjust
to -12–0 dB
Using
Rhythm
EditingMasteringUsing USBConvenient
Functions
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Appendixes Quick StartGetting Ready
Recording with the EZ Recording Function
5
Press the [PLAY] button.
The [PLAY] button will light green, the [REC] button will light red, and recording will begin.
At the same time that recording begins, the rhythm will start sounding.
fig.Quick_EZ2-5-e.eps
Slowly increase the [MASTER] fader to adjust the volume to the appropriate level for
3
monitoring.
fig.Quick_EZ2-3.eps
Press the [REC] button.
4
The [REC] button will blink red; the BR-800 is now in recording-standby mode.
fig.Quick_EZ2-4-e.eps
Blinking
Lit
Press the [STOP] button to stop recording.
6
The track 1 [PLAY] button will light green, indicating that recording has been performed on track 1.
fig.Quick_EZ2-6.eps
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3. Playing Back
This completes recording using the EZ Recording function.
Go ahead and try using the same procedure for other instruments or the internal microphones.
Press the [ZERO] button to return to the beginning of the song.
1
The current time location will change to 00:00:00-00:0.
fig.Quick_EZ3-1.eps
Press the [PLAY] button.
2
Song playback will start. Use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the playback volume.
fig.Quick_EZ3-2.eps
Recording with the EZ Recording Function
to Record
Playback
Recording/
Using
Effects
Using
Rhythm
EditingMasteringUsing USBConvenient
Functions
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Appendixes Quick StartGetting Ready
Recording with the EZ Recording Function
EZ Recording Parameter List
SOURCE
Choose the setting that’s appropriate for the input source
you’re recording.
Parameter
E.GUITAR
AC.GUITAR
(GTR IN)
AC.GUITAR
(MIC)
BASS
VOCAL (MIC)
VOCAL (IN4)
SIMUL
(E+IN4)
SIMUL
(AC+IN4)
SIMUL
(E+MIC)
KEYBOARD
MIC
IN1&IN2
LINE IN
USB
4CH INPUT
Explanation
Choose this when recording an electric
guitar connected to the GUITAR/
BASS jack.
Choose this when recording an acoustic guitar connected to the GUITAR/
BASS jack.
Choose this when recording an acoustic guitar via the internal stereo microphones.
Choose this when recording an electric
bass connected to the GUITAR/BASS
jack.
Choose this when recording vocals via
the internal stereo microphones.
Choose this when recording vocals via
a microphone connected to the
INPUT4 jack.
Choose this when recording a guitar
connected to the GUITAR/BASS jack
simultaneously with the vocals via a
microphone connected to the INPUT4
jack.
Choose this when recording an acoustic guitar connected to the GUITAR/
BASS jack simultaneously with the vocals via a microphone connected to the
INPUT4 jack.
Choose this when recording a guitar
connected to the GUITAR/BASS jack
simultaneously with the vocals via the
internal stereo microphones.
Choose this when recording a keyboard connected in stereo to the INPUT 1 jack and INPUT 2 jack.
Choose this when using the internal
stereo microphones.
Choose this when recording via microphones connected to the INPUT 1 jack
and INPUT 2 jack.
Choose this when recording sound
from a portable audio player or other
device connected to the LINE IN jack.
Choose this when recording sound
that’s input via the USB connector.
Choose this when recording via microphones or other devices connected to
the INPUT 1–4 jacks.
CATEGORY
Choose the style of music that’s closest to what you have in
mind for your song.
Parameter
ROCK
METAL
POP
BALLAD
BLUES
R&B
JAZZ
FUSION
COUNTRY
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Getting
Ready
to Record
31
Making Connections
■ Side Panel
Computer
AC adaptor
■ Rear Panel
Monitor
speakers etc.
Foot switch
(FS-5U etc.)
Expression pedal
(Roland EV-5 etc.)
Portable audio
player etc.
■ Front Panel
Stereo headphone
Electric guitar
or
Electric bass
Microphone
Keyboard etc.
Make connections as shown in the illustrations below. Make sure that the power to all of your equipment is switched off
before you make connections.
fig.panel-e.eps
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