Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano FP-2.
Main Features
Stylish, Light, Compact Design
The refined design fits in anywhere; and since it is so lightweight and compact, it’s easy to take
the instrument with you wherever you go.
Authentic Piano Performances
Features high-quality concert grand piano sounds and a Hammer Action keyboard that gives
a more realistic piano touch by providing a heavier feel in the low end and a lighter feel in the
upper notes.
In addition, the FP-2 is equipped with three pedal jacks and comes with a half-damper pedal
capable of adjusting the depth of the resonance, combining to allow you to enjoy truly
authentic piano performances.
201a
Before using this unit,
carefully read the sections
entitled:
SAFELY” and
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (p.
2; p. 4)
provide important
information concerning the
proper operation of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel
assured that you have
gained a good grasp of every
feature provided by your
new unit, Owner’s manual
should be read in its
entirety. The manual should
be saved and kept on hand
as a convenient reference.
“USING THE UNIT
. These sections
Wide Variety of Tones For Use in Many Musical Genres and High-quality
Effects
The FP-2 offers not just piano sounds, but over 50 different onboard sounds that can be used
in a wide variety of musical styles.
You can also play Drum Sets with the instrument.
Additionally, the high-quality effects allow you to add more richness and expression to the
sound.
“Session Partner” Lets You Enjoy Playing with a Session-Like Feel
Enjoy true session-like feel while performing along with a “rhythm” section built upon
realistic-sounding “rhythms.”
You can specify the “rhythm” chord progression with your left hand, and create original
chord progressions as well.
Experience a Variety of Performances with Dual and Split Functions
Layer two of the FP-2’s many internal tones, play with different tones assigned to the left and
right sections of the keyboard, and enjoy many other possibilities in working with
Performances.
Easy Recording Functions
You can easily record your own performances using simple button operations.
Includes USB Connector
Connect your computer to the FP-2’s USB connector and exchange MIDI data.
High-quality Speaker Provided
Enjoy listening to powerful, moving performances thanks to the high-quality speaker.
“Sound Control” and “Equalizer” for Enriched Sound
These functions allow you to correct discrepancies in the tone and adjust the tonal quality to
create a fuller sound.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
For the U.K.
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
BLUE:
BROWN:
NEUTRAL
LIVE
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.
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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
001
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
• 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.
• When using the unit with a rack or stand recommended by Roland, the rack or stand must be
carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain
stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need
to make sure that any location you choose for
placing the unit provides a level surface that will
properly support the unit, and keep it from
wobbling.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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.
• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or
an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
“Information” page when:
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional
audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a
level that could cause permanent hearing loss.
Damage to speakers or other system components
may result.
• 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.
• If you need to move the instrument, take note of
the precautions listed below. At least two persons
are required to safely lift and move the unit. It
should be handled carefully, all the while keeping
it level. Make sure to have a firm grip, to protect
yourself from injury and the instrument from
damage.
1
• Check to make sure the screws securing the unit
to the stand have not become loose. Fasten them
again securely whenever you notice any
loosening.
• Should you remove screws for the stand or the
music stand, make sure to put them in a safe place
out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of
them being swallowed accidentally.
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2 and 3, please read and observe the following:
Power Supply
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.
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.
358
• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard.
This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing
to produce sound.
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.
Additional Precautions
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents
of data that was stored in another MIDI device (e.g., a
sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
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.
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.
560
• Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in
use.
561
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression pedals,
you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
562
• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using
some other make of connection cable, please note the
following precautions.
• 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.
Handling CD-ROMs
801
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside
(encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM
discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean
using a commercially available CD cleaner.
4
Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ................................................. 2
IMPORTANT NOTES............................................................ 4
Adjusts the volume balance of the Upper and Lower Tones in
Dual Play and Split Play (p. 18).
3
[Reverb] Button
You can use this to add the characteristic reverberation of a
concert hall to what you play (p. 21).
In addition, you can hold down this button while pressing
[Effects] button to listen demo song (p. 11).
4
[Effects] Button
Use this to add a variety of different effects to the sound
(p. 22).
By holding down this button and pressing the [Transpose]
button, you can change the keyboard’s touch sensitivity
(p. 19).
5
[Transpose] Button
Transposes the pitch of the keyboard (p. 24).
In addition, you can hold down this button while pressing
[Split] button to store the selected functions and states of the
buttons, and call up the stored settings (p. 33).
6
[Split] Button
Allows you to play different tones in the left and right sides
of the keyboard (p. 16).
7
Tone Buttons
They are used to choose the kinds of sounds (Tone Groups)
played by the keyboard (p. 14).
8
Display
Displays information such as the song number, Rhythm
number, tempo, beat, and parameter settings values.
2
3
4
5
6
9
[Display] Button
Press this to change the Internal Song or tempo or Rhythm
(p. 12, p. 25, p. 29).
Each time you press this button, the tempo, the Rhythm
number, and the Song number will be displayed alternately.
In addition, you can hold down this button while pressing
button to make various different settings (p. 38 to p. 49).
10
[-] [+] Buttons
These two buttons are used to modify the values of a variety
of settings.
Pressing both the [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously returns
the setting of a particular item or function to its original
value.
11
[ (Metronome)] Button
Turns the internal metronome on and off (p. 25).
12
[Start/Stop] Button
Switches the Session Partner start or stop (p. 28).
13
[Part] Button
Switches the performance parts in Session Partner (p. 29).
14
[Chord Progression] Button
This turns the Session Partner chord progression on and off.
When turned off, chords are specified in the left side of the
keyboard (p. 31).
15
[Play/Stop] Button
Starts and stops playback of internal songs and recorded
performances (p. 12).
Used for starting recording of performances (p. 34).
16
[Rec] Button
Puts the unit in the state whereby it is ready for recording
performances (p. 34).
7
[-]
6
17
[Sound Control] Button
This produces a sound with greater brilliance (p. 26).
18
[Equalizer] Button
Switches the equalizer on or off (p. 26).
Panel Descriptions
2
3
4
56
7
8
9
10
1
891011
Rear Panel
12131415161718
1
USB(MIDI) Connector
Use this for connecting a computer to the FP-2 using a USB
cable (p. 45).
2
MIDI Connectors
Used for connecting external MIDI devices and for sending
and receiving MIDI messages (p. 46).
3
Pedal Jacks
Accepts connection of the supplied pedal (DP Series), or
other suitable pedals (p. 9).
4
Line In Jacks
Provide input of the audio signals. Used for connecting
audio equipment and other such devices (p. 44).
5
Line Out Jacks
Provide output of the audio signals. Also used for connecting
audio equipment and other such devices (p. 44).
These allow you to play sounds from the FP-2 through other
audio devices.
6
[Speaker] Switch
This switch turns the internal speaker on/off (p. 44).
7
[Power] Switch
This switch turns the unit on/off (p. 10).
8
DC In Jack
Connect the supplied AC adaptor here (p. 8).
9
Cord Hook
Use this to fix in place the cord from the supplied AC
adaptor (p. 8).
10
Phones Jacks
A set of headphones can be connected to this jack (p. 10).
7
Before You Play
Rear Panel
ground terminal
cord hook
Making Connections
1.
2.
fig.00-01
3.
4.
fig.00-02
Before you begin making connections, confirm the following.
Is the volume level of the FP-2 turned all the way down?
Is the power to the FP-2 turned off?
Connect the supplied Power Cord to the supplied AC
adaptor.
AC adaptor
Power cord
Power outlet
Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the FP-2, and then plug
its other end into a power outlet.
Loop the AC adaptor cord around the cord hook to fasten it
in place.
927
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the
plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the
AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in
the illustration.
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience
a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the
touch when you touch this device. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical
charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about
this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground.
When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the
particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method,
contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
Unsuitable places for connection
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)
• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of
lightning)
8
Before You Play
Installing the Music Stand
fig.00-03
1.
Using the supplied screws, attach the music stand
to the back of the FP-2 as illustrated.
Be sure to use the supplied screws for attaching the
music stand.
Turn the screws clockwise until they’re held in place–but
don’t tighten them yet.
Put the music stand between the screws and the
2.
FP-2’s body.
While supporting the music stand with one hand,
3.
secure it in place by turning the screws.
When attaching the music stand, support it firmly with
one hand to make sure that you don’t drop it. Be careful,
so you don’t get your fingers pinched.
To remove the music stand, support it with one hand
while loosening the screws.
After removing the music stand, don’t forget to retighten
the screws.
* Do not apply excessive force to the installed music stand.
Using the stand
When using the stand (FPS-11A), be sure to affix the spacers
that are provided with the stand, as shown in the figure.
fig.00-03
Connecting Pedals
1.
Connect the pedal included with the FP-2 to one
of the Pedal jacks.
When connected to the Damper jack,
the pedal can be used as a damper
pedal.
When connected to Sostenuto(FC1)
jack, the pedal can be used as a
sostenuto pedal. In addition, it can be
set to function as an another works
(p. 39, p. 48).
When connected to Soft(FC2) jack,
the pedal can be used as a soft pedal.
In addition, it can be set to function
as an another works (p. 39, p. 48).
* Unplugging a pedal cord from the unit while the power is on
may cause the pedal’s effect to be applied without stopping.
The power of the FP-2 must be turned off before inserting or
removing a pedal cord.
Damper Pedal
Use this pedal to sustain the sound. While the pedal is
depressed, long lingering reverberations continue to be
added to the sound after you release from the keys.
The pedal included with the FP-2 functions as a half-damper
pedal, which allows you to adjust the amount of resonance.
When you depress the damper pedal on an acoustic piano,
the sound from the strings that were struck resonates with
other strings, adding rich reverberations and broadness to
the sound. You can adjust this resonance (sympathetic
resonance) when the damper pedal is depressed.
* Set the switch on the included pedal to “Continuous” when
the pedal is connected.
Sostenuto Pedal
This pedal sustains only the sounds of the keys that were
already played when you pressed the pedal.
→
With the pedal connected to the Sostenuto(FC1) jack, it can be
assigned other functions as well. Refer to “Changing How the
Pedals Work” (p. 39), “Using the Pedal to Switch Setup
(Pedal shift)” (p. 48).
Soft Pedal
This pedal is used to make the sound softer.
Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that
is not as strong as when otherwise played with the
equivalent strength. This is the same function as the left
pedal of an acoustic piano.
→
With the pedal connected to the Soft(FC2) jack, it can be
assigned other functions as well. Refer to “Changing How the
Pedals Work” (p. 39), “Using the Pedal to Switch Setup
(Pedal shift)” (p. 48).
→
By obtaining a second and third pedal, you can then use three
pedals simultaneously. If you wish to purchase the optional
pedal (DP series), please contact the dealer where you
purchased the FP-2.
9
Before You Play
Rear Panel
ON
Lower Position
Turning the Power On and Off
* Once the connections have been completed (p. 8), turn on
power to your various devices in the order specified. By
turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.
■
Turning On the Power
Before you switch on the power, turn the volume
1.
down all the way by rotating the [Volume] knob.
fig.00-05
2.
Press the [Power] switch on the back of the unit.
The power will turn on, and “FP2” appears in the
display.
After a few seconds, the unit becomes operable and
playing the keyboard produces sound.
fig.00-06
Adjusting the Sound’s
Volume and Brilliance
fig.00-08
Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall
1.
volume level.
Rotating the knob clockwise increases the volume;
counterclockwise rotation decreases it.
Connecting Headphones
Connecting headphones allows you to enjoy playing
anytime, even at night, without concern.
* Headphones are not included. Consult your Roland dealer if
you want to purchase.
fig.00-09
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval
(a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will
operate normally.
Adjust the volume to obtain the proper volume
3.
level.
■
Turning Off the Power
Before switching the power off, turn the volume
1.
all the way down by rotating the [Volume] knob.
fig.00-05
Press the [Power] switch on the back of the unit.
2.
The power is switched off.
fig.00-07
Rear Panel
Upper Position
ON
1.
Plug the headphones into the Phones jack at the
rear of the piano.
Use the [Volume] knob on the FP-2 to adjust the volume
of the headphones.
* Make sure to use stereo headphones.
* Make sure to use only Roland headphones. Headphones from
other manufacturers may be unable to provide sufficient
volume.
Some Notes on Using Headphones
• To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones
only by the headset or the plug.
• The headphones may be damaged if the volume is too
high when they are plugged in. Lower the volume on the
FP-2 before plugging in the headphones.
• To prevent possible auditory damage, loss of hearing, or
damage to the headphones, the headphones should not
be used at an excessively high volume. Use the
headphones at a moderate volume level.
10
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
2,31,42,32,3
Listening to Demo Songs
Now, try listening to demo songs.
The FP-2 comes with eight demo songs.
The six Tone buttons, the [Start/Stop] button, and the [Play/Stop] button
are each assigned one demo song.
All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use of this
material for purposes other
than private, personal
enjoyment is a violation of
applicable laws.
NOTE
No MIDI data for the music
that is played will be
output.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Hold down the [Reverb] button and press the [Effects]
button.
The indicators for the Tone and [Start/Stop] and [Play/Stop] buttons flash
in red.
The following appears in the display.
fig.01-03
Press one of the flashing buttons other than the [Reverb] or
the [Effects] button to select the song.
Songs play back continuously. The button for the song currently being
played back flashes on and off.
When playback of the last song is reached, playback continues by returning
to the first song and playing that again.
To stop playback, press the flashing button.
Press the [Reverb] button or the [Effects] button to exit Demo
mode.
The indicators return to their previous state.
The demo song cannot be
played back while recorded
performance data remains
in the FP-2’s memory. Press
[Rec] button to delete the
performance data (p. 13).
Press a button not assigned
to a demo song to exit
Demo mode.
11
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
Pressing the [Display]
button alternately displays
the tempo, the currently
selected Rhythm number
(indicated by an initial ”r“),
and the currently selected
Song number (indicated by
an initial ”S“).
Only the display of the
tempo and rhythm number
alternates when you press
the [Display] button while
performing with Session
Partner.
buttonindicator
Red
Rhythm number
Orange
Listening to Internal Songs
1.
2.
3.
4.
Now, try listening to Internal songs.
The FP-2 comes with sixty five internal songs.
fig.01-01
123,4
Press the [Display] button several times, getting its indicator
to light in green.
The following appears in the display.
fig.01-02
Press to light in green
Press the [-] or [+] button to select the song.
Press the [Play/Stop] button.
The song will begin playing back.
The selected song is played to the end, and then playback stops.
To stop playback, press the [Play/Stop] button once more.
The next time you press the [Play/Stop] button, the song that was stopped
is played from the beginning.
For more on internal song
names, refer to “Internal
Song List” (p. 66).
Tempo
Green Song number
■
Playing Back All Songs Continuously (All Song Play)
Listening to all of internal songs repeatedly played back in succession is
known as “All Song Play.”
fig.01-06
1.
Hold down the [Display] button and press the [Play/Stop]
button.
Songs play back continuously.
2.
When playback of the last song is reached, playback continues by returning
to the first song and playing that again.
To stop playback, press the [Play/Stop] button.
All Song Play is exited when the performance is stopped.
The next time you press the [Play/Stop] button, the song that was stopped
is played.
12
12
About the Display of
the Internal Songs
USr (User)—Stores
recorded Performances (for
more on recording →p. 34).
When “S.” is added—
Indicates one of the piano
songs
When the following appears in the display
Right-hand
Par t
Left-hand
Par t
If there is any performance data stored in the FP-2’s memory, the following
appears in the display.
fig.01-03
Until you erase the performance data, you cannot play back an internal
song.
To erase the performance data and play back the internal song, press the
[Rec] button.
If you don’t want to erase the song, press the [Play/Stop] button.
■
Listening to Each Part Separately
With the internal songs, you can select the performance part that is to be
played back.
You can also practice each hand separately while playing along with the
song.
The performance data is assigned to the Track buttons as shown below.
fig.01-05
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
flash
While pressing down the
[Play/Stop] button, the
Track button for the part
being played back lights in
green.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Select the song to be played back (p. 12).
Hold down the [Play/Stop] button and press either [Part]
button or [Chord Progression] button to select the part for
which you want the sound to not be played.
The indicator on the selected button goes out.
The sound for the performance part selected in Step 2 is not played.
Temporarily preventing the sounds of a specified part from playing is called
“muting.”
Hold down the [Play/Stop] button and press the button
selected in Step 2.
The sound of the muted part is then played.
Press the [Play/Stop] button to stop playback.
Changing the song cancels
the mute setting.
13
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
Performing with a Variety of Sounds
The FP-2 features over 300 different internal sounds, allowing you to enjoy
performing with sounds suitable for many different types of music.
These onboard sounds are called “Tones.” The Tones are divided into six
different groups, each of which is assigned to a different Tone button.
The Tone “Grand Piano 1” is selected when the instrument’s power is
turned on.
fig.01-07
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For more on Tones, refer to
“Tone List” (p. 54)
1.
2.
Press one of the Tone buttons to choose a Tone Group.
You’ll hear the Tone assigned to Tone number 1 in the selected Tone Group.
Try fingering the keyboard.
The Tone number appears in the display.
fig.01-08
Press the [-] or [+] button to select a Tone from the Tone
Group.
The Tone you’ve selected is heard when you finger the keyboard.
The next time you choose this Tone button, the tone you’ve selected here is
played.
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Performing With Two Layered Tones
(Dual Play)
You can play two different sounds from a single key at the same time. This
method of performance is called “Dual Play.”
Example: Try Layering Piano and String Tones
fig.01-09
1
1.
Hold down the [Piano] button and press the [Strings/Pad]
button.
The indicators for both buttons light.
Try fingering the keyboard. Both the piano and string sounds play.
Pressing two Tone buttons at the same time in this manner activates Dual Play.
Of these two selected tones, the one for the Tone button you pressed first is
called the “Upper Tone,” and the one for the Tone button you pressed after
that is called the “Lower Tone.”
The Tone button’s indicator lights in red for the Upper Tone, and in orange
for the Lower Tone.
fig.01-10
red
Upper Tone
Here, the piano tone is the Upper Tone and the strings tone is the Lower
Tone.
2.
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To exit Dual Play, press either Tone button.
Now, only the tone of the button you just pressed is sounded.
Changing the Tone variations
Changing the Upper Tone Variations
Press the [-] or [+] button.
You can change the pitch of
the Lower Tone an octave at
a time. Refer to “Changing
the Pitch of the Lower Tone
in Octave Steps (Octave
Shift)” (p. 41).
You can vary the volumelevel balance of the two
tones. Take a look at
“Changing the Volume
Balance for Dual Play and
Split Play” (p. 18).
orange
Lower Tone
Although when you press
the pedal while in Dual
Play, the effect is applied to
both tones, you can set the
FP-2 so that the effect is not
applied to the Lower Tone.
Refer to “Changing How
the Pedal Effects Are
Applied” (p. 39).
Changing the Lower Tone Variations
Hold down the Tone button for the Lower Tone, and press
the [-] or [+] button.
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You can vary the volumelevel balance of the two
tones. Take a look at
“Changing the Volume
Balance for Dual Play and
Split Play” (p. 18).
Performing With Different Tones in the Left and
Right Sides of the Keyboard (Split Play)
Performing with the keyboard divided at a certain key into a left side and a
right side is called “Split Play,” and the point at which the keyboard is
divided is called the “split point.”
In Split Play, you can have a different tone sound in the left and right sides.
When the instrument is turned on, the split point is set to “F 3.” The split
point key is included in the left side.
While in Split Play, a sound played in the right side is called an “Upper
Tone,” and the sound played in the left side is called a “Lower Tone.”
Example: Let’s try split play with the piano tones.
fig.01-11
You can specify which part
is to have priority when the
effects assigned to the
Upper Tone and Lower
Tone differ. Refer to
“Setting the Part to Which
Effects Are Added” (p. 41).
1.
2.
12,3
Press the [Piano] button.
Now, the piano tone is selected.
Press the [Split] button, getting its indicator to light.
The keyboard is divided into upper and lower sections.
fig.01-12
F 3 (Split Point)
Lower ToneUpper Tone
The right-hand section of the keyboard plays piano tone, and the left-hand
section plays A. Bass+Ride tone.
You can play a tone for the right side (the Upper Tone) before splitting the
keyboard.
The Tone button’s indicator lights in red for the Upper Tone, and in green
for the Lower Tone.
3.
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To exit Split Play, press the [Split] button once more.
The [Split] button’s indicator light goes out and the upper tone becomes the
tone for the entire keyboard.
red
Upper Tone
green
Lower Tone
When you switch from
Dual Play (p. 15) to Split
Play, the Upper Tone used
in Dual Play is selected as
the Upper Tone for Split
Play.
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You can change the pitch of
the Lower Tone an octave at
a time. Refer to “Changing
the Pitch of the Lower Tone
in Octave Steps (Octave
Shift)” (p. 41).
Changing Tone Group and Tone Variation.
Changing the Upper Tone
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
1.
2.
Press the Tone button to choose a Tone Group.
Press the [-] or [+] buttons to select the Tones.
Changing the Lower Tone
1.
Hold down the [Split] button and press the Tone button to
choose a Tone Group.
2.
Hold down the [Split] button and press the [-] or [+] buttons
to select a Tones.
While holding down...
For more on selecting tones, refer to “Performing with a Variety of Sounds”
(p. 14).
When the tone of the same
Tone button is selected for
both the Upper and Lower
Tones, the indicator for
Tone button flash in green
while the [Split] button is
held down.
Press
Press
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Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point
You can change the location where the keyboard is divided (the split point)
within the range of B1 through B6.
This is set to “F 3” when the instrument is turned on.
This setting remains in effect until you turn off the power.
fig.01-14
F 3
B1B6
1.
Hold down the [Split] button and press a key set as the split
point.
The key you pressed becomes the split point, and appears in the display.
The key being used as the split point belongs to the left-hand section of the
keyboard.
When you release the [Split] button, you return to the previous screen.
The name of the key acting
as the split point is
indicated in the display, as
shown below.
Display
C d_ d E_
Letter
C D D E
name
Display
E F F G
Letter
E F F G
name
Display
A_ A b_ b
Letter
A A B B
name
Changing the Volume Balance for Dual
Play and Split Play
You can change the volume balance of the Upper and Lower Tones in Dual
Play (p. 15) and Split Play (p. 16).
fig.01-15
1.
Use the [Balance] knob to adjust the volume balance.
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Changing the Keyboard’s Touch
You can change the touch sensitivity, or response of the keys.
When the instrument is turned on, this is set to “N (Normal).”
fig.01-17
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
21,3
1.
2.
Hold down the [Effects] button and press the [Transpose]
button.
The indicators for the [Transpose] and [Reverb] buttons flash in red.
The currently selected keyboard touch appears in the display.
fig.01-18
Press the [-] or [+] buttons to select the touch.
IndicateDescription
OFF
(Fixed)
-L-
(Light)
-N-(Normal)
The sound plays at one set volume, regardless of the force
used to play the keys.
A light keyboard touch is selected. You can achieve fortissimo (ff) play with a less forceful touch than usual, so the
keyboard feels lighter. This setting makes it easy to play,
even for children.
This sets the standard keyboard touch. You can play with
the most natural touch. This is the closest to the touch of
an acoustic piano.
NOTE
With certain sounds, the
touch may not change.
3.
Here, a heavy keyboard touch is selected. You have to fin-
-H-
(Heavy)
ger the keyboard more forcefully than usual in order to
play fortissimo (ff), so the keyboard touch feels heavier.
Dynamic fingering adds even more feeling to what you
play.
Press the [Effects] button or the [Transpose] button.
The indicators return to their previous state.
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Changing the Velocity When the Key Touch Is Set
to “Fixed”
This sets the velocity the sound will have when the keyboard touch is set to
“Fixed (p. 19).”
1.
2.
3.
Hold down the [Effects] button and press the [Transpose]
button.
The indicators for the [Transpose] and [Reverb] buttons flash in red.
Hold down the [Effects] button and the [Transpose] button,
and press the [-] or [+] button to change the velocity.
You can set this to any value from 1 to 127.
While holding down...
Press the [Effects] button or the [Transpose] button.
The indicators return to their previous state.
Press
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You cannot make separate
reverb effect depth settings
for each individual tone.
Adding Reverberation to Sounds (The Reverb Effect)
You can apply a reverb effect to the notes you play on the keyboard. With
the reverb effect, you obtain a pleasant reverberation, making it sound as if
you were performing in a concert hall or similar space.
fig.01-21
1,2
1.
2.
Press the [Reverb] button, getting its indicator to light.
Try fingering the keyboard.
The reverb effect is applied to the entire tone.
The eliminate the Reverb effect, press the [Reverb] button
once more, extinguishing the indicator.
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Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect
You can select from ten levels of depth for the reverb effect.
1.
Hold down the [Reverb] button and press the [-] or [+]
button.
The selected depth for the reverb effect appears in the display.
While holding down...
NOTE
NOTE
You cannot change reverb
effect depth of Session
Partner, Demo songs, and
Internal song.
Press
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Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
Some tones initially have
effect applied. Selecting
such a tone makes the
[Effects] button’s indicator
light up automatically.
Adding a Variety Effects to the Sound
In addition to reverb, you can apply a variety of changes to the FP-2’s
sounds.
These are referred to as “effects.” With the FP-2, you can select from ten
different effect types.
With the factory default settings, effects have been preselected for each tone.
fig.01-19
1,2
NOTE
Effects may not be applied
with some of sounds.
1.
2.
Press the [Effects] button, getting its indicator to light.
Try fingering the keyboard.
The effect is applied to the currently selected tone.
To remove the effect, press the [Effects] button once more,
extinguishing the indicator.
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Changing the Depth of Effect
You can select from ten levels of depth for the effect.
1.
Hold down the [Effects] button and press the [-] or [+] button.
The depth for the effect being applied to the currently selected tone appears
in the display.
While holding down...
Press
You can specify which part
is to have priority when the
effects assigned to the
Upper Tone and the Lower
Tone differ. Refer to
“Setting the Part to Which
Effects Are Added” (p. 41).
NOTE
You cannot change the
levels of depth for the
rotary effect.
The next time you choose the same tone, the effect with the depth you’ve
selected here is applied.
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You can change the effect
type. Refer to “Changing
the Effect Type” (p. 40).
Chapter 1 Playing the Keyboard
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Adding a Spinning Sound to Organ Tones (Rotary Effect)
The Rotary effect is applied to some Organ tones you can select with the
[Organ] button. When one of these tones is selected, you can use the [Effects]
button to change the speed of the rotary effect.
What the rotary effect does is to add a “spinning” effect similar to the sound
of an organ using a rotating speaker.
1.
Press the [Organ] button and select the organ tone.
When a tone that has the Rotary effect added is selected, the [Effects]
button’s indicator flashes or blinks in green.
To prevent the Rotary effect
from being applied, select an
effect type other than the
Rotary effect and then
remove the effect. Refer to
“Changing the Effect Type”
(p. 40).
2.
Each time pressing the [Effects] button, switch the speed of
the rotary effect between rapid and slow rotation.
When the [Effects] button’s indicator flashes, a more rapid rotary effect is
applied.
When the [Effects] button’s indicator blinks, a slower rotary effect is
applied.
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