Roland JS-8 User Manual

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Owner's Manual

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For the U.K.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE: BROWN:

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.

This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

NEUTRAL LIVE

For EU Countries

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

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

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

For C.A. US (Proposition 65

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

JS-8 Audio Player with Guitar Effects Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S.Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700

)

201a

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 42) and “Important Notes” (p. 43). These sections 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, this owner’s manual should be read in its entirety, and it should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

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Contents

Main Features ................................................... 2

Setting Up the JS-8 ........................................... 4

Printing Conventions and icons in This Manual

Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ]

(p. **)

Indicate buttons.

[WRITE] WRITE button

Indicates information that you should be aware of when using the JS-8.

Indicates supplementary information about an operation.

Indicates information about a convenient operation.

Indicates a reference page.

Basic setup for the JS-8 ....................................................................4

Basic operation of the JS-8 .............................................................5

Using the JS-8 with Other Devices ..............................................6

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your

Playing Songs ......................................................................................8

Playing Songs on USB Memory ................................................8

Recording Performances ................................................................9

Selecting Songs ................................................................................10

Switching E ects..............................................................................12

Saving E ects ...............................................................................13

Convenient Practice Functions ...................................................14

Tuner/Metronome.......................................................................14

Phrase Trainer ...............................................................................15

Backing ....... 8

Importing Songs ............................................. 16

Checking the Package Contents

• JS-8

• AC Adaptor (Roland PSB-1U)

• Owner's Manual (This document)

• SD Card

• Roland Service (Information Sheet)

Technology that simulates existing physical structures, materials, and the like using different, virtual means is called “modeling technology.” COSM (Composite Object Sound Modeling) is a technical innovation from Roland that combines a number of such sound-modeling technologies to create new and unique sounds.

Importing Songs from CD Players and Other Devices .......16

Capturing Songs from Various Sound Sources .....................17

Using the JS-8 Song List Editor ...................... 18

Convenient Functions .................................... 20

Advanced Editing of E ect Parameters ...................................20

Saving E ects ....................................................................................20

About the JS-8's Internal E ects ................................................22

Adjusting the Guitar and Mic Input Sensitivity ....................31

Turning O the Internal Speakers ..............................................31

Calling Up the E ect Stored in a Song (Patch Sync) ...........31

Using Foot Switches and Expression Pedals ..........................32

Using USB Audio Interfaces .........................................................33

Using Commercial SD Cards ........................................................35

Initializing SD Cards ....................................................................35

Backing Up .........................................................................................36

Recovering Backed Up Data (RECOVER) ..................................37

Song Settings

(Song Information/Protect/E ects/Song Name) .................38

Converting songs and transferring them between media

Various System Settings ................................................................39

..........38

Appendices ..................................................... 40

Error Messages ................................................................................. 40

Troubleshooting...............................................................................41

USING THE UNIT SAFELY ................................................................42

Important Notes ...............................................................................43

Index .................................................................................................... 44

Speci cations ................................................................................... 44

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Chapter

Main Features

The JS-8 combines the functions of an audio playback device with a variety of popular BOSS guitar effects, all in a single unit. Just plug in your guitar and enjoy performing along with songs while playing through great-sounding COSM amps and effects.

Basic Structure of the JS-8

Basic Routing of Sounds

You can easily play along with your favorite songs.

”Playing Songs” (p. 8)

Audio Signal

Song (Audio File)

Song

(MP3 or other format)

Internal Speaker

Play back

directly.

GUITAR IN

Audio Player Section

Eects Section

Recording Performances

As you can play, you can record your performance (along with the backing music) to assess your playing or create a new backing track.

”Recording Performances” (p. 9)

Internal Speaker

Song

(MP3 or other format)

Audio Player Section

GUITAR IN

Eects Section

Audio Recorder Section

Recording is possible

only to SD card.

Song

Sound Path When Used with Connected Devices

You can use the JS-8 with digital audio players, computers, and other devices to play sounds and more.

Audio Signal

Main Features

Computer Computer

USB

AUX IN

CD Player, Digital Audio Player,

or other equipment

GUITAR IN

Song

(MP3 or other format)

Types of Memory Supported by the JS-8 and Their Applications

You can use two kinds of storage with the JS-8, SD cards and USB memory.

SD (or SDHC) Cards

The JS-8 can record your performances, and can play back songs from an SD card (JS-8 songs, MP3, or WAV).

Song

(Audio File)

USB

OUTPUT

Stereo, other equipment

Audio Player Section

Internal Speaker

PHONES

Eects Section

Songs Supported by the JS-8

The JS-8 works with songs in the following formats.

JS-8 Songs ( Recording/ Playback)

• Roland/BOSS proprietary compression format

MP3 ( Playback only)

• Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz

• Bit Rate: 32-320 kbps

• You'll need an SD card in order to record and play back

on the JS-8.

990, 991

• The JS-8 supports SDHC cards.

• Some SD card types or SD cards from some manufac-

turers may not record or play backproperly on the JS-

USB Memory

You can play back MP3 and WAV files stored in USB memory just as they are and import song data to SD cards.

• Operation of the JS-8 does not require USB memory.

• No USB memory is included with the JS-8. Purchase

USB memory separately.

WAV ( Playback only)

• Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz

• Quantization Bit Rate: 8/16/24-bit

• Monaural or Stereo Data

• Uncompressed (Linear)

The JS-8 does not support song formats other than those described above.

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Memory Con rmed as Functional with the JS-8

Information on SD cards and USB memory confirmed to work with the JS-8 can be found on the Roland website.

http://www.roland.com/

Chapter

Setting Up the JS-8

Basic setup for the JS-8

AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)

Be sure to use a PSB-1U adaptor.

The use of any other adaptor may

cause malfunction.

Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

Electric Guitar

Top

Front side

921

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

983

Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:

1. Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).

2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.

3. Lowering volume levels.

Microphone

“Adjusting the Guitar and Mic Input Sensitivity” (p. 31) “Turning Off the Internal Speakers” (p. 31)

Basic operation of the JS-8

Song playback

time (Min:Sec)

Song

MENU Button

This calls up various different functions depending on the screen displayed.

Setting Up the JS-8

Cursor Button

This moves the position of the cursor (highlighted portion) in the display. Use the dial to adjust the highlighted value.

Turning the Power On/ Turning the Power O

941

Once the connections have been completed (p. 4) (p. 6), 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.

When powering up

• Turn on the power to your component stereo system

or mixer last.

When powering down

• Turn o the power to your component stereo system

or mixer  rst.

942

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.

About the Top Screen

This screen will appear when you turn on the JS-8's power. The procedures explained in this manual will start from this screen.

Number and name of the currently selected effect patch

EXIT Button

Press this to cancel settings and return to previous screens.

Name of the currently selected song

Dial

Use this to change values and settings.

ENTER Button

Use this to confirm selection of an item, and to adjust the values of settings and switch among them.

Cursor (highlighted

display)

Level Meter

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Play Mode Display

Displayed Description Displayed Description

The current song plays to the end and stops.

Playback of the current song is repeated.

Songs are played back in the listed order.

Playback of songs in the list is repeated.

Songs in the list are played back in random order.

Playback of songs in list is repeated in random order.

Time location “A” has been registered for AB Repeat.

Playback will repeat between time locations "A" and "B" (AB Repeat).

Song playback location

Song playback time (Min:Sec)

985

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.

REMAIN: Remaining time available for recording REC: Elapsed recording time (displayed while recording)

Setting Up the JS-8

Using the JS-8 with Other Devices

Ground

Terminal

Computer

USB Cable

(Commercially available)

Expression Pedal

(EV-5, etc.)

SD Card

Connector

(BOSS FS-6, etc.)

USB Memory

Connector

Footswitch

Security

Slot

Top

Cover Holder

(indentation)

About the USB Cable

A USB cable is not included with the JS-8. Please use a commercially available cable.

About the Cover Holder (indentation)

If you detach the cover of the USB connector, place it in the cover holder so that it won’t be lost.

Cover

Holder

Ground Terminal

About the Ground Terminal

927

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, microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. 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)

SD Card

USB Memory

About the SD Cards and the SD Card Connector

Insert the SD card, label side up, into the slot in the JS-8’s rear panel. Press the inserted SD card until you hear an audible “click.”

Recording and playback on the JS-8 requires an SD card.

930

Never insert or remove an SD card while this unit’s power is on. Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the SD card.

931

Carefully insert the SD card all the way in-until it is firmly in place.

To prevent dust from entering the SD card connector and to prevent the SD card from being stolen, you should screw on the connector cover.

About the USB Memory Connector

Only USB memory can be connected to the USB memory connector. Do not connect devices such as a hard disk or CD-ROM drive.

About the Expression Pedal and Footswitch

925

Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L, or FV-500H; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

Never connect or disconnect the expression pedal or the footswitch while this unit’s power is on.

About the Security Slot

988

Connect a commercially available anti-theft security cable here. http://www.kensington.com/

Stereo Headphones

White (Left channel)

Stereo Headphones

Microphone

Electric Guitar

Setting Up the JS-8

Front side

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Right side

AUX IN jacks

LINE OUT jacks

Microphone

CD Player, Digital Audio Player,

or other device

White (Left channel)

Red (Right channel)

Component stereo system or other device

About the AUX IN Jack

Input audio from line-level devices here.

About the LINE OUT Jacks

Output audio to a component stereo system or other device from here.

Caution When Making Connections

921

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

983

Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:

1. Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).

2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.

3. Lowering volume levels.

Chapter

To AUX IN

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your

Playing Songs

CD Player,

Digital Audio Player,

or other device

Step

Use a commercially available cable

that's appropriate for the device to

which you are connecting.

You can mix in sound from external audio devices.

Adjust the Volume

Step

Play[] and Stop[]

Use these buttons to start and stop performances.

1. Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob completely counterclockwise (minimum level).

2. Press [](PLAY), and while the song is playing back, gradually turn the MASTER VOLUME knob clockwise until you reach the desired volume level.

Backing

To AUX IN

Stereo miniature

phone type

Rewind[ Fast Forward[

These let you move rapidly to points before and after the current playback location in the song.

Electric Guitar

While stopped, pressing [o](STOP) will return the song playback location to the beginning (00:00) (Zero Return).



] and



]

Step

Adjust the Guitar Level

1. Turn the MASTER VOLUME knob completely counterclockwise (minimum level).

2. While playing the guitar, gradually turn the GUITAR VOLUME knob clockwise until you reach the desired volume level.

Playing Songs on USB Memory

1. Connect the USB memory device to the USB memory connector.

The contents of the USB memory device will be displayed.

2. Using the dial, select the song that you want to play, then press [ENTER].

3. Continue by following the procedure in “Playing Songs.”

Recording Performances

You can record the exact sounds you hear from the JS-8.

Recording Performances

1. Press []( REC).

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

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To Stop Recording

1. Press [](STOP).

Saves the recorded song and starts playback.

• Recorded data (songs) are automatically assigned the name "SONG****" (with **** indicating the number).

• You can easily  nd songs you’ve recorded in the JS-8 by using the “USER” category in the SEARCH function.

To select the "USER" category, refer to “Narrowing the Number of Songs Appearing in the Display (SEARCH Function)” (p. 10)

With the MENU button...

You can do the following by pressing the MENU button.

MENU Category Description

Add the current song to the BEST 30.

BEST 30 EDIT

AB EDIT

CAPTURE

METRONOME

”Ranking Your Favorite Songs (BEST

30)” (p. 10)

Make precise settings for the AB REPEAT function.

”Repeating Playback of a Fixed Segment (AB REPEAT)” (p. 15)

Capture audio. This is a convenient way to capture a song.

”Importing the Song (CAPTURE)” (p. 16)

Sound the metronome.

Discards the recorded content. At the message "Are you sure?", press [ENTER] to discard the recording. (The recorded content will not be saved.)

MENU Category Description

SONG INFO

SYSTEM ERASE

EXPORT

IMPORT

CONVERT

PHRASE LOOP

Confirm song information and edit song names.

Make a variety of JS-8 settings.

Delete the selected song.

Convert the selected song to WAV format and write it to USB memory.

Store the songs on the selected USB memory to the SD card.

Convert MP3 data on the SD card to JS-8 song format.

Use the Phrase Loop function.

”The PHRASE LOOP function” (p. 29)

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

Selecting Songs

1. Press [SONG LIST].

2. Turn the dial to select a song.

3. Press [ENTER].

Select the song you want to hear or the rhythm you want played.

You can narrow the number of songs displayed by specifying certain conditions ( SEARCH Function).

Narrowing the Number of Songs Appearing in the Display ( SEARCH Function)

1. Press [SONG LIST].

2. Press [MENU].

3. Select the search type with the dial and press [ENTER].

Narrowing down the songs listed in the display helps you find the songs you are looking for more quickly.

981b

Use of the demo song and rhythm data 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.

Ranking Your Favorite Songs

( BEST 30)

1. Before starting, first select a song you want to list in the BEST 30.

2. Press [MENU].

3. Select BEST 30 EDIT with the dial and press [ENTER].

4. Determine the order using the dial, then press [ENTER].

• Narrowing search results with the SEARCH function applies to songs shipped with the JS-8 and songs saved to the JS-8 using the JS-8 Song List Editor.

• You can display up to a maximum of 4,000 songs.

This process determines the songs listed when BEST 30 is selected as the SEARCH type. Including your favorite songs, allows you to always have the songs you want appear in song lists.

With the MENU button...

Pressing [SONG LIST] and then [MENU] allows you to carry out the following procedures.

You can choose from the following types of searches.

SEARCH Type Description

ALL SONGS

USER

BEST 30

All songs included in the saved albums and artists are listed.

Data recorded with the JS-8 is automatically registered in this category.

Only the thirty favorite songs are listed, if these songs have already been ranked (1–30).

Songs are listed by album title (ALBUM) or artist name (ARTIST).

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

ALBUM/ARTIST

RHYTHM

USB MEMORY

SD CARD

With “Selecting Songs,” songs are displayed according to the selected search type.

MENU Category Description

REMOVE

The MENU categories that are displayed may differ according to the screen and cursor position.

These headings are available when album titles and artist names are registered to the songs. You can use the JS-8 Song List Editor to register and edit album titles and artist names.

Only short phrases ( RHYTHM LOOP) contained on the card included with the JS-8 are listed.

By using the JS-8 Song List Editor you can add a favorite audio file as a rhythm.

Browses files saved to the USB memory.

Browses files saved to the SD card.

Only if the VIEW SW parameter is ON. (p. 39)

Remove the selected song from the BEST 30 list.

How to Use the RHYTHM Data

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The rhythm data in the included card can be played back repeatedly in place of the metronome or backing.

1. Press [SONG LIST].

2. Press [MENU].

3. Select RHYTHM with the dial and press [ENTER].

4. Turn the dial to select the song (rhythm data) and press [ENTER].

5. Use the dial to set the “Play Mode Display” (p. 5) to

6. Press [](PLAY); the rhythm will play.

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

Switching E ects

Select E ects

1. Press [EFFECTS].

Switch to the SOLO E ect

1. Press [ SOLO].

Effect patch number

Effect category

Use the

dial to select

the effect.

With the MENU button...

Pressing [EFFECT] and then [MENU] allows you to carry out the following procedures.

The SOLO icon will light if SOLO is on.

MENU Category Description

WRITE

EXCHANGE INITIALIZE

The MENU categories that are displayed may differ according to the screen and cursor position.

Saves the effect currently being edited. Also copies the currently selected effect.

Exchanges one effect for another.

Initializes the effect settings.

Switching Back and Forth Between Two E ects

Different JS-8 effect numbers are stored depending on whether SOLO is on or off. The JS-8 will assign a different effect patch number depending on whether the SOLO button is on or off. Thus, you can instantly switch between two different effects each time you press [ SOLO].

Switching Between Two Eects

with the SOLO Button

SOLO OFF

SOLO ON

SOLO On/O

PRESET 005

USER 001

USER 100

PRESET 001

PRESET 100

Eect Patch

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

Changing E ects to Get the Desired Sound

1. Press [EFFECTS].

2. Press the right cursor button.

You can create sounds by choosing song genres and using intuitive sound-shaping grids that adjust multiple parameters with a single control.

Screen 1

Choose the basic music style (Category).

Press the right cursor button to edit the effect patch(Screen 2).

You can then select a sound that is similar to what you have in mind.

Distortion: Soft

Screen 3

Delay time: Short

Screen 2

Delay sound: Dry (light)

For solos

For backing

Delay sound: Wet (strong)

Press the right cursor button to switch to Screen 3.

Distortion: Hard

To adjust the sound, move the cursor's position with the cursor buttons and dial.

You can save the result by pressing [MENU] and selecting WRITE.

Delay time: Long

To adjust the sound, move the cursor's position with the cursor buttons and dial.

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You can edit effect patches even more precisely. Please refer to “Advanced Editing of Effect Parameters” (p.

20)

Saving E ects

1. After editing the effect patch, press [MENU].

2. Select WRITE with the dial and press [ENTER].

Use the left and right cursor buttons and the dial to name the effect.

Press [ENTER] to save the effect to the selected effect patch number.

Switching effect patches with PATCH SELECT before you save an edited effect patch will cause the edited content to be lost.

Select the effect patch number that you want to save your changes to.

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

Convenient Practice Functions

Metronome

Tuner

1. Press [TUNER].

Use this feature to tune your instruments.

This sets the frequency of A4 (the middle A on a piano keyboard).

Adjust the tuning until the desired pitch is shown and both triangles are lit.

Display Description



Standard Tuning

Guitar Bass

Too low

Tuned



Too high



7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

B E A D G B E

B E A D G

Play along with the metronome to learn how to perform at a steady tempo.

Press [ SPEED] two or more times to match the song's rhythm; that pace is set as the TEMPO.

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select METRONOME with the dial and press [ENTER].

Press [ENTER] to turn the metronome sound on and off.

This sets the metronome beat.

• You can't play back songs in the Metronome screen.

• The metronome will stop sounding when you exit the

Metronome screen.

This sets the tempo (BPM).

This sets the metronome volume.

Phrase Trainer

Specify the frequency range

of the sound you want to

eliminate.

•

MID: Middle frequency range

Play Your Guitar with Songs as Your Backing

Repeating Playback of a Fixed Segment ( AB REPEAT)

1. Press [](PLAY).



2. Press [A again at the end point of the segment to be repeated.

Use this feature for guitar solo practice and in other situations where you want to practice along with a single section as it plays back repeatedly.

To turn AB Repeat off, press [A

Precise Adjustment of the AB REPEAT Segment

You can precisely adjust the start and end points of the segment to be repeated.

1. In the Top screen, press [MENU].

2. Select METRONOME with the dial and press [ENTER].

B] at the start point, and



B] once again.



Practicing with the Song Tempo Changed and Center Sound Removed

1. Press [ SPEED].

This lets you slow down the song tempo to practice faster passages and remove the center sound from songs so you can use them for backing as you perform.

Press the right cursor button to

Screen 1

This sets the song speed. Normally, the speed is set to 100%.

Screen 2

switch to the screen for the pitch (Screen 2).

Set this to ON to remove the sounds

heard in the center ( Center Cancel).

Press the right cursor button to switch to the screen for finely adjusting the Center Cancel quality (Screen 3).

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3. In the AB REPEAT EDIT screen, adjust the start point (A) and the end point (B).

• You can press [ENTER] in the AB REPEAT EDIT screen to alternately switch the AB REPEAT function on and o without clearing the markers.

• With MP3 data, you may be unable to play back from a speci c time (the performance starts near the speci ed time). In such cases, if you want playback to start at an exact point, use the CONVERT function to convert the  le to a JS-8 song.

• The interval between time locations “A” and “B” cannot be less than 0.5 seconds.

• Phrase Trainer settings are saved as part of each song on the SD card.

• However, these settings are not saved for songs in USB memory.

Raises or lowers the pitch in semitone steps.

Screen 3

Specify the location in the sound field of the sound you want to eliminate. C0 eliminates the sound that's in the center, L** and R** eliminate sounds at the left or right, respectively.

Depending on the recorded audio, it may not be possible to completely eliminate the sound.

Specify the frequency range of the sound you want to eliminate.

• HIGH: High frequency range

• MID: Middle frequency range

• LOW: Low frequency range

Adjusts the pitch in fine steps of 1 cent.

Increasing this value will remove the sound more completely.

The PH.TRAINER icon will be lit if Speed, Pitch, or Center Cancel are on.

Chapter

set value. (LEVEL1–LEVEL7)

Importing Songs

Importing Songs from CD Players and Other Devices

CD player,

Digital Audio Player,

or other equipment

Importing the Song ( CAPTURE)

Use this procedure to import (capture) songs from CD players and other devices.

1. Press [MENU].

Use a commercially available cable that's appropriate for the device to

which you are connecting.

To AUX IN

Stereo miniature

phone type

2. Select CAPTURE with the dial and press [ENTER].

3. On your CD player or other device, start playing the song that you want to import.

4. To quit importing, press [EXIT].

Capturing Data at the Desired Time Capturing Automatically

This mode (OFF) lets you start data capture manually by pressing the [ENTER] button.

Press [ENTER] to start the capture.

• Audio input from the GUITAR/MIC IN jack (guitar, vocals, etc.) are not recorded during captures.

• Captured data (songs) are automatically assigned the name "SONG****" (with **** indicating the number).

• You can easily  nd songs you’ve captured in the JS-8 by using the “USER” category in the SEARCH function.

• The captured data will be saved in JS-8 format.

Press [ENTER] to switch to standby mode. In standby mode, the capture begins automatically when the input level exceeds a set value.

In this mode, the capture begins automatically when the input level exceeds a set value. (LEVEL1–LEVEL7)

Capturing Songs from Various Sound Sources

The JS-8 can capture songs using various different methods.

Source Capture Method

Analog connection (audio input to AUX IN jack)

Refer to “Importing the Song (CAPTURE)” (p. 16).

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select AUDIO and press [ENTER].

Importing Songs

Digital connection (audio input to USB port)

USB Memory

Importing Songs to the JS-8 from Computers (USB Port)

3. Use the computer software to select the JS-8 as the audio output destination.

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For instructions on how to switch the output destination, refer to the user's guide for the software you are using.

4. Follow the instructions in “Importing the Song (CAPTURE)” (p. 16) to capture the data.

1. Connect the USB memory to the JS-8's USB port.

2. Use the dial to select the song you want to capture.

3. Press [MENU] to select IMPORT, then press [ENTER].

4. Press [ENTER].

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

3. Follow the instructions in “Importing WAV or MP3 into the JS-8 (IMPORT)” (p. 19) to import the songs on the computer to the JS-

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Using the JS-8 Song List Editor

You can use the JS-8 Song List Editor (hereafter referred to as “ Song List Editor”) for the following.

• Importing songs from music CDs into the JS-8

• Importing WAV and MP3  les into the JS-8

• Editing song data

1. Connecting to the Computer

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB

USB

port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

Computer

JS-8

2. Installing the Song List Editor

The SD card included with the JS-8 comes with Song List Editor contained on the card.

Song List Editor can be installed only on one computer.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

3. Using Explorer or My Computer (Windows) or Finder (Mac OS), navigate to the folders on the JS-8.

4. Open the WIN folder (Windows users) or the MAC folder (Mac OS users).

A USB cable is not included with the JS-8. Please use a commercially available cable.

5. Copy the USB driver installer for your computer's operating system to a folder on the computer.

Windows XP/Vista users (in the WIN folder)

• JS8_EditorWin***.zip

Mac OS users (in the MAC folder)

• JS8_EditorMac***.zip

6. Double-click the installer listed above to uncompress it.

7. In the folder that is created when you uncompress the file, read the readme_ e.txt file and install Song List Editor as directed.

• The included SD card contains Song List Editor installers, sample songs and rhythms, and other  les. You can delete any unneeded data to utilize the SD card's capacity more e ectively.

• You can access the data again by backing up the  les before deleting them or by downloading the various  les from the Roland website.

3. Starting up the Song List Editor

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. Double-click the icon for the Song List Editor.

Using the JS-8 Song List Editor

Importing Songs into the

JS-8 from CDs ( CD IMPORT)

This procedure converts music CDs to songs and imports them into the JS-8.

1. Start up the Song List Editor.

2. Load the CD you want to import into the JS-8.

3. Click [ CD RIPPING].

Importing WAV or MP3 into

the JS-8 ( IMPORT)

This procedure imports WAV or MP3 audio data into the JS-8.

1. Start up the Song List Editor.

2. Click [ IMPORT].

3. Use the Song List Editor to select the song (audio file) you want to import.

4. Click [OK].

4. Use the Song List Editor to select the song you want to import.

You can easily find songs you’ve imported in the JS-8 by using the “USER” category in the SEARCH function.

5. Click [OK].

Editing Song Information

You can use the Song List Editor to edit information (song names, artist names, and album titles) registered to songs stored in the JS-8.

• The JS-8's Search function works by using this information.

• The Song List Editor supports MP3 tag data.

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For details on using the Song List Editor, refer to the Song List Editor Help.

Displaying Song Names with Non-Alphabetic Characters

You can use the Song List Editor to name songs using not only letters of the alphabet, numerals, and symbols, but also double-byte characters (such as Japanese "kanji" characters). In addition, the JS-8 can display song names (even those containing double-byte characters), when the songs are imported into the JS-8 using the Song List Editor.

• The JS-8 can handle up to a maximum of 4,000 songs.

• You can register up to 2,000 headings, including those

for Album Title, Artist Name.

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selected effect.

then select

to save the edit.

Convenient Functions

Advanced Editing of E ect Parameters

1. Press [EFFECTS].

Screen 1

Effect

patch

number

Use the dial to select the effect category.

Screen 5 (Example: AMP)

Use the cursor buttons and dial to edit the parameters.

Press [ENTER] to switch the effect on and off.

Select the effect patch you want to edit here.

Press the right cursor button to switch to Screen 2, 3.

Press the right cursor button to access additional parameters for the selected effect.

Press [MENU], then select WRITE to save the edit.

Screen 2

Screen 4

Use the cursor buttons to select the effect you want to edit.

Screen 3

Use the dial to switch the selected effect on and off.

Press the right cursor button to switch to Screen 4.

To adjust the sound, move the cursor's position with the cursor buttons and dial.

Pressing [MENU] enables various editing procedures.

Press [ENTER]

to switch to the settings screen for the selected effect

(Screen 5).

(Example) AMP

ON:

OFF:

Saving E ects

1. After editing the effect, press [MENU].

2. Use the cursor buttons to select WRITE, and then press [ENTER].

Select the effect patch number you want to save

Use the left and right cursor buttons and the dial to name the effect.

your changes to.

Press [ENTER] to save the effect to the selected effect number.

Switching effects with PATCH SELECT before you save an edited effect will cause the edited content to be lost.

To Copy an E ect Patch

Call up the effect patch you want to copy, then merely save that effect patch as it is to the desired effect patch number.

About the E ect Menu

Pressing [EFFECT] and then [MENU] allows you to carry out a variety of different procedures.

MENU Category Description Screen

Use the left and right cursor buttons and the dial to name the effect.

Press [ENTER] to enter the change.

Pressing [MENU] allows you to

carry out the following procedures.

MENU Category

ALL DELETE

DELETE

INSERT

WRITE

PATCH NAME

Saves the effect patch currently being edited (or copies the current patch if it’s unedited).

Changes the name of the effect patch.

Convenient Functions

Select the patch number to be written to here (save

destination).

Press [ENTER]

to save the effect patch.

Description

Deletes the all characters.

Deletes the character and shifts the characters that follow to the left.

Inserts a blank space at the cursor position.

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EXCHANGE

INITIALIZE

The MENU categories that are displayed may differ according to the screen and cursor position.

Exchanges the current effect patch with another patch.

Restores the effect settings to their default factory state.

The message "Are you sure?" appears.

Press [ENTER] to exchange effect numbers.

• To return to the factory settings, press [ENTER].

• If you decide to cancel, press [EXIT].

Sets the number for the effect you want to exchange.

Convenient Functions

About the JS-8's Internal E ects

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Internal E ects

With the JS-8, you can use seven effects types simultaneously in a single effects patch, including AMP (amp modeling), FX (various effects), EQ (equalizer), NS (noise suppressor), DELAY (delay), and REVERB (reverb). For the FX type, you can select among compressor, distortion, wah, and a wide variety of other effects.

Internal Effects

Models sounds passed through guitar and bass amps. COSM modeling simulates not just preamp and speaker characteristics, but even miking as well.

AMP (amp modeling)

FX (effects)

EQ (equalizer)

NS (noise suppressor)

You can select from a large number of different amp types.

“AMP parameter list”, “MIC TYPE” (p. 24)

Provides a wide variety of effects to choose from, including compressor, distortion, wah, and many others.

”FX parameter list” (p. 25)

Adjusts the volume levels for different frequencies in the low-frequency to high-frequency ranges. Low and high midrange settings feature parametric equalization.

”EQ parameter list” (p. 28)

This effect suppresses noise and hum from the guitar’s pickups. Since the noise reduction follows the guitar sound’s envelope (the change in volume over time), it has practically no influence on the guitar sound itself, thus producing a highly natural effect.

DLY (delay)

CHO (chorus)

REV (reverb)

AMP parameter list

TYPE Paramter

OFF/ON BOSS CLEAN JC-120 JAZZ COMBO

JC CLEAN

FULL RANGE

CLEAN TWIN PRO CRUNCH TWEED

TW CLEAN

DELUX CRUNCH

”NOISE SUPPRESSOR parameter list” (p. 28)

A delayed sound is added to the normal guitar sound, producing a thicker tone with a distinctive ambience.

”DELAY parameter list” (p. 29)

This effect adds a subtle frequency modulation, producing a beautiful sound with greater breadth and body.

”CHORUS parameter list” (p. 30)

This effect adds reverberation and other spatial effects. Set the REVERB TYPE to choose from a variety of different types of reverb sound.

”REVERB parameter list” (p. 30)

Turns the AMP OFF/ON.

This is a clean sound that is smooth and warm.

This is the sound of the Roland JC-120.

This is a sound suited to jazz.

This is a sound with flat response. Good for acoustic guitar.

This models a Fender Twin Reverb.

This models a Fender Pro Reverb.

This models a Fender Bassman 4 x 10” Combo.

This models a Fender Deluxe Reverb.

TYPE Paremeter

BOSS CRUNCH BLUES WILD CRUNCH

CRUNCH

STACK CRUNCH VO DRIVE VO LEAD

COMBO

VO CLEAN

MATCH DRIVE

FAT MATCH

MATCH

MATCH LEAD

BG LEAD

BG DRIVE

BG LEAD

BG RHYTHM

MS1959 I

SIC

MS1959 I+II

MS CLAS-

Convenient Functions

This is a crunch sound that faithfully reproduces picking nuances.

This is a sound suited to blues.

This is a crunch sound with wild distortion.

This is a crunch sound with high gain.

This models the drive sound of a VOX AC-30TB. This is a sound that it suited to sixties-style British rock.

This models the lead sound of the VOX AC-30TB.

This models the clean sound of the VOX AC-30TB.

This models the sound produced using the left input on a Matchless D/C-30, a modern tube amp widely used in styles from blues to rock.

This models the sound of a Matchless modified for high gain.

This models the sound produced using the right input on a Matchless D/C-30

This models the lead sound of the MESA/Boogie combo amp, a tube amp that was very popular in the late ‘70s and ‘80s.

This models a MESA/Boogie with TREBLE SHIFT SW on.

This models the rhythm channel of a MESA/Boogie combo amp.

This models the sound produced using Input I on a Marshall 1959 Super Lead amp. This is a trebly sound suited to hard rock.

The sound of connecting Inputs I and II of the Marshall 1959 amp in parallel, creating a sound with a stronger low end than I.

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MS HIGAIN

ERN

MS SCOOP

MS MOD-

R-FIER VINTAGE R-FIER MODERN

R-FIER

R-FIER CLEAN T- AMP LEAD T- AMP CRUNCH

T- AMP

T- AMP CLEAN BOSS DRIVE SLDN LEAD STACK

HI-GAIN

HEAVY LEAD BOSS METAL 5150 DRIVE METAL LEAD

METAL

EDGE LEAD BASS CLEAN BASS CRUNCH

BASS

BASS HIGAIN

This models the sound of a Marshall modified with a midrange boost.

This is a Marshall sound that’s been tweaked for a metal sound.

Models the sound of the Channel 2 VINTAGE Mode on the MESA/Boogie DUAL Rectifier.

Models the sound of the Channel 2 MODERN Mode on the MESA/Boogie DUAL Rectifier.

Models the sound of the Channel 1 CLEAN Mode on the MESA/Boogie DUAL Rectifier.

The models A MP3 on a Hughes & Kettner TriAmp.

The models AMP2 on a Hughes & Kettner TriAmp.

The models AMP1 on a Hughes & Kettner TriAmp.

This is a drive sound producing awesome distortion.

This models a Soldano SLO-100, a very popular tube amp in the 1980s.

This is a lead sound with high gain.

A powerful lead sound featuring extreme distortion.

This is a metal sound suited to heavy riffs.

This models the lead channel of a Peavey EVH 5150.

This is a lead sound suited to metal.

This is a sharp sound suited for lead play.

Clean sound that is great for use with bass guitars.

Crunch sound with natural distortion that sounds great with bass guitars.

A high-gain sound suitable for use with bass guitars.

Parameter

GAIN

LEVEL

Adjusts the distortion of the amp.

Adjusts the volume of the entire preamp.

Be careful not to raise the LEVEL setting too high.

Convenient Functions

Parameter

BASS

These adjust the volume of the respective EQ bands.

When you set the TYPE parameter to VO DRIVE, VO LEAD, VO CLEAN, MATCH DRIVE, FAT MATCH, or MATCH LEAD, the PRESENCE parameter functions as the high cut filter found in the original amps.

BRIGHT

GAIN SW

SOLO SW

SOLO LEVEL

SP TYPE

MIDDLE

Turns the bright setting OFF/ON.

The BRIGHT parameter setting is only partially available with some JC CLEAN, TW CLEAN, CRUNCH, or BG LEAD settings in AMP TYPE.

OFF Bright is not used.

Provides for selection from three levels of distortion. Distortion will successively increase for settings of LOW, MIDDLE and HIGH.

Set SOLO SW to ON to add a boost in volume that’s suitable for solos.

Adjusts the volume level when the SOLO SW is ON.

Select the speaker type.

OFF

ORIGIN

1x8”

1x10”

1x12”

2x12”

4x10”

4x12”

8x12”

TREBLE

Bright is switched on to create a lighter and crisper tone.

This turns off the speaker simulator.

This is the built-in speaker of the amp you selected with AMP TYPE.

This is a open-back speaker cabinet with one 8-inch speaker.

This is a open-back speaker cabinet with one 10-inch speaker.

This is a open-back speaker cabinet with one 12-inch speaker.

This is a open-back speaker cabinet with two 12-inch speakers.

This is a closed-back speaker cabinet with four 10-inch speakers.

This is a closed-back speaker cabinet with four 12-inch speakers.

This is a double stack of two closed-back cabinets, each with four 12-inch speakers.

PRESENCE

Frequency

Parameter

MIC TYPE

MIC DIS.

MIC POS.

MIC LEVEL

This setting selects the simulated mic type.

This is the sound of the SHURE SM-57, a general-use dynamic

DYN57

DYN421

CND451

CND87

FLAT

Simulates the distance between the mic and speaker.

OFF MIC

ON MIC

This simulates the mic position.

CENTER

1–10

Adjusts the volume of the mic.

mic used for instruments and vocals. Optimal for use in miking guitar amps.

This is the sound of the SENNHEISER MD-421, a dynamic mic with extended low end.

This is the sound of the AKG C451, a small-diaphragm condenser mic for use with instruments.

This is the sound of the NEUMANN U87, a large-diaphragm condenser mic with flat response.

Simulates a mic with perfectly flat response. Produces a sonic image close to that of listening to the sound directly from the speakers (on site).

This setting points the mic away from the speaker.

Provides conditions whereby the mic is directed more towards the speaker.

Simulates the condition that the mic is set in the middle of the speaker cone.

Simulates the condition that the mic is moved away from the center of the speaker cone.

FX parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

FX SELECT Parameter

OD/DS

WAH

COMP

LIMITER

OCTAVE

AC.PROCESSOR (AC.PRO)

PHASER

Turns FX OFF/ON.

This effect distorts the sound to create long sustain. Select the type of distortion with TYPE, then use DRIVE to adjust the amount of distortion.

You can connect an expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL CTL1/2 jack and use the pedal to control the wah effect in real time.

This is an effect that produces a long sustain by evening out the volume level of the input signal. Use the SUSTAIN parameter to adjust the length of the effect and ATTACK to adjust the strength of the picking attack.

The limiter attenuates loud input levels to prevent distortion. Adjust THRESHOLD to match the guitar input signal.

This adds a note one octave lower, creating a richer sound. Play a single tone while completely muting the other strings.

This processor allows you to change the sound produced by the pickup on an acoustic electric guitar, creating a richer sound similar to that obtained with a microphone placed close to the guitar. You can select the acoustic guitar type.

By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the phaser effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the sound. You can select the phaser configuration.

Convenient Functions

”OD/DS parameter list” (p. 26)

”WAH parameter list” (p. 26)

”COMP parameter list” (p. 27)

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”LIMITER parameter list” (p. 27)

”OCTAVE parameter list” (p. 27)

”AC.PROCESSOR parameter list” (p. 27)

FLANGER

TREMOLO

ROTARY

UNI-V

PAN

”PHASER parameter list” (p. 27)

The flanging effect gives a twisting, jet-airplane-like character to the sound.

”FLANGER parameter list” (p. 27)

Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume.

”TREMOLO parameter list” (p. 27)

This produces an effect like the sound of a rotary speaker. Setting CTL 1/2 to ROTARY SPEED SEL allows you to switch the speaker’s rotation speed between SLOW and FAST with the footswitch.

”ROTARY parameter list” (p. 28)

This models a Uni-Vibe. Although this resembles a phaser effect, it also provides a unique modulation that you can’t get with a regular phaser.

”UNI-V parameter list” (p. 28)

Alternately changes the volume level of the left and right channels. When monitoring the sound in stereo, this effect makes the guitar sound “fly” back and forth between the speakers.

”PAN parameter list” (p. 28)

Convenient Functions

OD/DS parameter list

BOOSTER

Mid Bst

Cln Bst

Trbl Bst

BLUES

Blues

Crunch

Natural

OD-1

T-Scrm

Turbo

Warm OD

DIST

Dist Mild DS Mid DS

This is a booster with unique characteristics in the midrange. This produces a great sound for solos.

This not only functions as a booster, but also produces a clean tone that has punch even when used alone.

This is a booster that has bright sound characteristics.

This is the crunch sound of the BOSS BD-2. This produces distortion that faithfully reproduces the nuances of picking.

A crunch sound with an added element of amp distortion.

This provides the natural sounding distortion of a slightly overdriven amp.

The sound of the BOSS OD-1. This produces sweet, mild distortion.

This models an Ibanez TS-808.

This is the high-gain overdrive sound of the BOSS OD-2.

This is a warm overdrive.

This gives a basic, traditional distortion sound.

This produces a mild distortion sound.

This distortion sound features a boosted midrange.

CLASSIC

RAT GUV DS DST+

This models a Pro Co RAT.

This models a Marshall GUV’ NOR.

This models an MXR DISTORTION+.

MODERN

Modern

Solid

Stack

This is the deep distortion sound of a large stack-type amp.

This is a distortion sound featuring an edge effect.

A fat sound with an added element of a stack amp’s distortion.

METAL

Loud

Metal Z

Lead

This distortion sound is ideal for performing heavy riffs.

This is the sound of the BOSS MT-2. It produces a wide range of metal sounds, from old style to slash metal.

Produces a distortion sound with the smoothness of an overdrive along with a deep distortion.

FUZZ

60s FZ

Oct FZ Muff FZ

This models a FUZZFACE. It produces a fat fuzz sound.

This models an ACETONE FUZZ.

This models an Electro-Harmonix Big Muff π.

Parameter

DRIVE TONE EFFECT LEVEL

Adjusts the depth of distortion.

Adjusts the tone.

Adjusts the volume of the OD/DS sound.

WAH parameter list

Parameter

Selects the wah mode.

MODE

TYPE (*1)

MANUAL

T.UP This produces a wah effect

T.DOWN

Selects the type of wah.

CRY WAH

VO WAH

FAT WAH

LIGHT

7ST WAH

RESO

An expression pedal connected to the EXP/CTL PEDAL jack will control wah.

matched to the intensity of picking.

This models the sound of the CRY BABY wah pedal popular in the ‘70s.

This models the sound of the VOX V846.

This is a wah sound featuring a bold tone.

This wah has a refined sound with no unusual characteristics.

This expanded wah features a variable range compatible with seven-string and baritone guitars.

This completely original effect offers enhancements on the characteristic resonances produced by analog synth filters.

Parameter

Adjusts the position of the wah pedal.

PEDAL POS. (*1)

SENS (*2)

FR EQUENCY (*2)

PEAK (*2)

(*1) Setting available with MODE set to MANUAL. (*2) Setting available with MODE set to T.UP or T.DOWN.

This parameter will change when you operate the expression pedal.

This sets the sensitivity of response to the input sound.

Adjusts the center frequency of the Wah effect.

This sets the intensity of the wah sound.

Convenient Functions

COMP parameter list

Parameter

SUSTAIN ATTACK LEVEL

This sets the sustain for the sound.

This sets the attack (onset) of the sound.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

LIMITER parameter list

Parameter

THRESHOLD

RELEASE

LEVEL

When the input signal level exceeds the level set here, limiting will be applied.

Adjusts the amount of time that the limiting effect is applied after the signal exceeds the threshold level.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

OCTAVE parameter list

Parameter

OCTAVE LEVEL

DI RECT LEVEL

This sets the volume level of the effect sound.

This sets the volume level of the direct sound.

AC.PROCESSOR parameter list

Parameter

Selects the modeling type.

This is the sound of a small-bodied acoustic guitar.

This is a standard, unadorned acoustic guitar sound.

This is a bright acoustic guitar sound.

This is a powerful acoustic guitar sound.

TYPE

BASS MIDDLE TREBLE

SMALL

MEDIUM

BRIGHT

POWER

Adjusts the low-end volume.

Adjusts the midrange volume.

Adjusts the high-end volume.

PHASER parameter list

Parameter

Selects the number of stages that the phaser effect uses.

This is a four-phase effect. A light phaser effect is obtained.

This is an eight-phase effect. This is the most common phaser effect.

This is a twelve-phase effect. A deep phase effect is obtained.

This is the phaser with two phase shift circuits connected in series.

TYPE

4 STAGE

8 STAGE

12 STAGE

BI-PH.

RATE This sets the speed of the effect. DEPTH RESONANCE

This sets the richness of the effect.

This sets the intensity of the effect.

FLANGER parameter list

Parameter

RATE This sets the speed of the effect. DEPTH

MANUAL

RESONANCE

This sets the richness of the effect.

Adjusts the modulation frequency of the flanger effect.

This sets the intensity of the effect.

TREMOLO parameter list

Parameter

RATE DEPTH

WAVE SHAPE

This sets the speed of the effect.

This sets the richness of the effect.

Adjusts changes in volume level. A higher value will steepen wave’s shape.

About the RATE Parameter in PHASER, FLANGER, and TREMOLO E ect

When set to BPM, the value of the RATE parameter is set according to the value of the “EFFECT TEMPO” (p. 30) specified for each patch. This makes it easier to achieve effect sound settings that match the tempo of the song.

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Convenient Functions

ROTARY parameter list

Parameter

RATE SLOW

RATE FAST

DEPTH

SPEED SELECT

This parameter adjusts the SPEED SELECT of rotation when set to “SLOW.”

This parameter adjusts the SPEED SELECT of rotation when set to “FAST.”

This sets the richness of the effect.

This parameter changes the simulated speaker’s rotating speed.

UNI-V parameter list

Parameter

RATE DEPTH LEVEL

This sets the speed of the effect.

This sets the richness of the effect.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

PAN parameter list

Parameter

RATE This sets the speed of the effect. DEPTH

WAVE SHAPE

This sets the richness of the effect.

Adjusts the sound character of the volume level changes imparted with the pan effect.

EQ parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

These adjust the volume of the respective EQ bands.

Specify the center frequency of the mid bands with "LO MID FREQ" and "HI MID FREQ."

LEVEL

LO-MID Q

HI-MID Q

LO CUT

HI CUT

Turns the EQ OFF/ON.

LO G

LO MID FREQ HI MID FREQ

Adjusts the volume before the equalizer.

Adjusts the width of the area affected by the EQ centered at the “LO MID FR EQ.” Higher values will narrow the area.

Adjusts the width of the area affected by the EQ centered at the “HI MID FR EQ.” Higher values will narrow the area.

This sets the frequency at which the low cut filter begins to take effect. When “FLAT” is selected, the low cut filter will have no effect.

This sets the frequency at which the high cut filter begins to take effect. When “FLAT” is selected, the high cut filter will have no effect.

LO MID GAIN

HI MID GAIN

HI G

Frequency

About the RATE Parameter in ROTARY, UNI-V, and PAN E ect

NOISE SUPPRESSOR parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

THRESHOLD

RELEASE

Turns the NOISE SUPPRESSOR OFF/ON.

This adjusts the effect in response to the level of noise. A value of 0 switches off the noise suppressor.

Setting this higher than necessary may cause no sound to be produced when the guitar is played at low volume.

Adjusts the time from when the noise suppressor begins to function until the noise level reaches “0.”

DELAY parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

Turns the DELAY OFF/ON.

Use this to choose the type of delay.

SINGLE This is a simple monaural delay.

PAN

STEREO

REV. This produces the effect of playback in reverse.

ANALOG This produces a mild analog delay sound.

TAPE This setting provides the characteristic wavering sound of a tape echo.

MOD. This is a delay with a pleasant chorus-type effect added to the delay repeats.

HICUT This features a more suppressed high end than the Single delay.

Convenient Functions

This delay is specifically for stereo output. This provides a tap delay effect that divides the delay time between the left and right channels.

The direct sound is output from the left channel, and the effect sound is output from the right channel.

This provides a phrase loop effect where you can record up to 40 seconds of a performance and play it back repeatedly in a loop. You can use the loop for backing, and add more material by overdubbing additional performances in the loop.

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TYPE

DELAY TIME

FEEDBACK

EFFECT LEVEL

PH.LOOP

REC

PLAY

lit

PH.LOOP

(Assignment example)

CTL2

CTL1

PH.LOOP STOP PH.LOOP REC/PLAY

STANDBY

OVERDUB

lit lit

You'll need a footswitch (e.g., FS-6; sold separately) in order to use PH.LOOP.

This sets the delay time.

When set to BPM, the value of the DELAY TIME parameter is set according to the value of the “EFFECT TEMPO” (p. 30) specified for each patch. This makes it easier to achieve effect sound settings that match the tempo of the song.

This sets the number of repetitions for the delay.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

When TYPE is set to REVERSE, this adjusts the balance of direct and effect sound.

The PHRASE LOOP function

When you choose PHRASE LOOP from MENU in the top screen, the delay TYPE will switch to Phrase Loop (PH.LOOP) and pedal assignments will be made automatically.

• In the PHRASE LOOP screen, the pedals are assigned as follows. CTL1=PH.LOOP STOP CTL2=PH.LOOP REC/PLAY

• When you exit the PHRASE LOOP screen, the e ect and pedal assignments will return to their previous settings.

Convenient Functions

CHORUS parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

TYPE

Turns the CHORUS OFF/ON.

Use this to choose the type of chorus.

MONO This chorus effect outputs the same sound from the left and right channels.

ST 1 This is a stereo chorus effect that adds different chorus sounds to L channel and R channel.

ST 2

MN MLD This features a more suppressed high end than MONO.

ST1 MLD This features a more suppressed high end than ST 1.

ST2 MLD This features a more suppressed high end than ST 2.

This sets the speed of the effect.

This stereo chorus uses spatial synthesis, with the direct sound output in the left channel and the effect sound output in the right channel.

RATE

DEPTH EFFECT LEVEL

This sets the richness of the effect.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

REVERB parameter list

Parameter

OFF/ON

TYPE

REVERB TIME

HIGH CUT

EFFECT LEVEL

Turns the REVERB OFF/ON.

Use this to choose the type of reverb.

AMBI.

ROOM Simulates the reverberation in a small room. Provides warm reverberations.

HALL 1 Simulates the reverberation in a concert hall. Provides clear and spacious reverberations.

HALL 2 Simulates the reverberation in a concert hall. Provides mild reverberations.

PLATE

Adjusts the length (time) of reverberation.

The high cut filter adjusts the amount of high frequencies in the reverb sound. When “FLAT” is selected, the high cut filter will have no effect.

This sets the volume level of the effect.

Simulates an ambience mic (off-mic, placed at a distance from the sound source) used in recording and other applications. Rather than emphasizing the reverberation, this reverb is used to produce a sense of openness and depth.

Simulates plate reverberation (a studio effect unit that uses the vibration of a large metal plate to produce reverberation). Provides a metallic sound with a distinct upper range.

EZ CHARACTER parameter list

Parameter

This sets the tempo when RATE parameters such as DELAY TIME, PHASER, and FLANGER are synchro-

EFFECT TEMPO

EZ CHAR

nized to the song tempo. Set DELAY TIME and RATE to (Whole Note)-(16th Note). You can also input the tempo by tapping [ SPEED] in time with the beat (TAP function).

This adjusts the character of the guitar tone, ranging from solo tone (-20) to a tone used for backing (+20).

Adjusting the Guitar and Mic Input Sensitivity

You can connect a mic to the JS-8's GUITAR/MIC IN jack and adjust the input sensitivity.

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

3. Select SYSTEM SETTING, and then press [ENTER].

4. Set INPUT GAIN parameter to MIC.

• The JS-8 features an e ect especially designed for use with mics. To choose this e ect, select MIC from the e ect categories.

• When connecting a guitar to the GUITAR/MIC IN jack, set the INPUT GAIN parameter back to GUITAR.

• Use INPUT SENS to precisely adjust the input sensitivity.

• The JS-8 does not feature a phantom power supply, so no

sound will be produced if you connect a condenser mic or other mic that requires phantom power.

Convenient Functions

Turning O the Internal Speakers

You can output audio from the JS-8's OUTPUT jacks to an external playback device (Ex. component stereo system). When doing so, you may want to turn off the JS-8's internal speakers. Use the following procedure to switch off the internal speakers.

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

3. Select SYSTEM SETTING, and then press [ENTER].

4. Set SPEAKER SW parameter to OFF.

Calling Up the E ect Stored in a Song (Patch Sync)

The effect patch stored in each song can be called up at the same time that you switch songs.

1. Turn the dial to select the desired song.

2. Press [MENU].

3. Select SONG INFO, then press [ENTER]

4. Press the right cursor button once to access the following screen.

If you press [MENU] to select SET PATCH, the currently selected effect patch number will be registered (assigned) to PATCH SYNC.

You can disable (turn off) the Patch Sync function in System Settings (p. 39).

If this is disabled, the Patch Sync setting will be ignored, and the currently selected effect patch will be used. (The effect patch will not change when you switch songs.)

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Specifies the effect patch that will be called up if SOLO is OFF.

Specifies the effect patch that will be called up if SOLO is ON.

Effect Patch Number

OFF Play using the current effect patch.

P*** Call up the specified preset effect patch. U*** Call up the specified user effect patch.

The Patch Sync function cannot be used for songs in USB memory.

Convenient Functions

Using Foot Switches and Expression Pedals

EXP/CTL PEDAL jack

JS-8

1/4” phone cable (monaural)

(Commercially available item)

Expression Pedal

(Roland EV-5, etc.)

If you’re using an FS-5U footswitch, set its POLARITY switch as shown below.

Stereo 1/4”

phone cable (Commercially available item)

Footswitch (BOSS FS-6)

CTL1CTL2 CTL1CTL2 CTL1

If you’re using an FS-6 footswitch, set its MODE and POLARITY switches as shown below.

PCS-31L: sold separately

Red White

B A

Never connect or disconnect the expression pedal or the footswitch while this unit’s power is on.

Footswitch

(BOSS FS-5U)

You can connect an optional footswitch and use your foot to control the following operations. The function controlled with the footswitch is assigned with PEDAL SETTING in the SYSTEM settings.

PEDAL SETTING

PLAY/STOP Operate the player ( Play/ Stop).

REC/STOP Operate the recorder (Rec/ Stop).

PATCH +1 Select the next effect patch number (+1).

PATCH -1 Select the previous effect patch number (-1).

SOLO Switch SOLO on and off.

PH.LOOP REC/PLAY Control REC/PLAY in PHRASE LOOP ( DELAY).

PH.LOOP STOP Stop PHRASE LOOP ( DELAY). The recorded content will be erased at the same time.

ROTARY SPEED SEL Switch the speaker's rotation speed (SLOW/FAST).

TUNER Switch the Tuner screen on/off.

If a separately sold expression pedal is connected, the operation of the expression pedal is determined by the effect that's selected.

Effect setting Expression pedal operation

FX=ON, FX SELECT= WAH, and MODE=MANUAL

Other than the above Operates as a volume pedal.

Operates as a wah pedal.

Convenient Functions

Using USB Audio Interfaces

Exchanging audio data between a computer and the JS-8 via USB requires installation of a USB driver on the computer you are using. Follow the instructions below to install the USB driver.

• It is only necessary to install the USB driver on the computer the  rst time the driver is used.

• The USB driver is contained on the SD card included with the JS-8.

• The latest version of the USB driver can be found on the Roland website.

Preparing to Install the USB Driver

Save the USB driver installer for your computer.

The following procedure is not necessary if you already have downloaded the USB driver from the Roland website and saved it on your computer. If so, proceed to “Installing the USB Driver”.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

3. Using Explorer or My Computer (Windows) or Finder (Mac OS), navigate to the folders on the JS-8.

4. Open the WIN folder (Windows users) or the MAC folder (Mac OS users).

5. Copy the USB driver installer for your computer's operating system to a folder on the computer.

Windows XP/Vista users (in the WIN folder)

• JS8_XPDrv***.zip (for Windows XP)

• JS8_VistaDrv***.zip (for Windows Vista)

• JS8_Vista64Drv***.zip (for Windows Vista 64-bit

edition)

Mac OS users (in the MAC folder)

• JS8_MacDrv***.tgz (for Mac OS X)

Although the copy-destination folder can be anywhere on the computer, we recommend that you copy to a folder that will be easy to locate later.

6. Disconnect the JS-8 from the computer:

With Windows Vista/XP

• In My Computer, right-click on the “JS-8” icon (or “Removable disk (*:)” icon) to “Eject” the disk.

With Mac OS X

• Drag the “JS-8” icon to the eject icon in the Dock.

If you’re using Windows Vista/XP and were unable to “eject” in step 5, proceed as follows.

1. Click the icon in the task tray, then click the “ Stop USB Disk–drive (*:)” message displayed there.

Task bar

2. Click [OK] in the “Safe To Remove Hardware” dialog box that appears.

Task tray

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Installing the USB Driver

1. Disconnect a USB cable from the JS-8's USB port.

2. Download the USB driver installer from the Roland website or copy it as described above, and then double-click it to uncompress the file.

3. Read the Readme.htm file found in the uncompressed folder, and install the driver as directed.

Playing Songs on a Computer Through the JS-8

You can listen to audio played back with a computer through the JS-8's speakers via a USB connection.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select AUDIO and press [ENTER].

3. Set the JS-8 as the output destination for audio played back by the computer's audio playback software.

For instructions on how to switch the output destination, refer to the user's guide for the software you are using.

Convenient Functions

Using the JS-8 with Commercial Digital Audio Workstation ( DAW) Software

Via USB, you can use the JS-8 as an audio interface for commercially available DAW software. Record audio from a connected guitar or mic into the DAW, either dry or with the JS-8's effects applied. Play back audio from the DAW for monitoring purposes, or through the JS-8's effects to "re-amp" previously recorded tracks.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select AUDIO and press [ENTER].

3. Press [MENU].

4. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

5. Select USB ( COMPUTER), and then press [ENTER].

6. Select AUD IO ROUTING, and then press [ENTER].

7. Set the desired USB audio routing (see the table below).

8. Select the JS-8 as the audio input and audio output device in the D AW software you're using.

For instructions on operating the D AW software, refer to the owner’s manual for the D AW software you are using.

USB AUDIO ROUTING Description USB AUDIO ROUTING Description

DEFAULT

GUITAR (E FX)

GUITAR (DRY)

Select this setting when using the JS-8 as a USB audio interface or when playing the guitar while playing back songs with the computer.

Select this setting when playing the guitar while playing back songs with the computer or when using the computer to record guitar sounds with effects added.

Select this setting when playing the guitar while playing back songs with the computer or when using the computer to record guitar sounds without any effects added.

With this setting, you can still monitor the guitar sound with effects, but the DAW will capture the sound before effects are applied.

RE- AMP

Select this setting when "re-amping" guitar sounds that were previously recorded without any effects added.

Select this setting when playing

DI RECT OFF

If you turn the JS-8's power off with USB AUDIO ROUTING set to RE- AMP or DI RECT OFF, it will be set to DEFAULT the next time you turn the power on.

audio from the computer as is.

With this setting, you cannot play guitar sounds directly through the the JS-8's speakers.

The only sound that can be played through the speakers is audio from the computer.

What is “ Re-Amping?”

This is a technique in which a guitar sound is recorded directly into a DAW without any effects, then played back through effects later to create a finished guitar sound after the fact. The advantage of re-amping is that, even after recording, you can use your recorded performance as is to create new sounds. This technique is particularly advantageous if you’ve ever recorded your guitar with effects added, and then later realized you were unhappy with the results, or found that the guitar gets “lost in the mix” after other parts are added.

With re-amping, you can focus on recording a great performance instead of worrying about getting the perfect effects sound. Once your performance has been recorded dry, you can then play it back through the JS-8’s effects, adjust the sound just the way you want it, and then record the result as a new track in the DAW.

When you intend to record a sound dry and re-amp it later, choose GUITAR (DRY) as the JS-8’s USB audio routing. This allows you to monitor the live guitar sound with effects (for inspiration during recording) while sending the dry sound to the DAW software. To play recorded audio from the DAW through the JS-8’s effects, select RE- AMP as the USB audio routing.

Using Commercial SD Cards

Removing SD Cards

1. Press [POWER] to turn off the JS-8.

2. Push SD card inward, and then release your finger.

Remove an SD card only while the JS-8's power is switched off. Removing an SD card with the JS-8 turned on may result in

corruption of data recorded on the SD card or damage to the card itself.

Convenient Functions

1. Push

2. Release your nger

Initializing SD Cards About the SD card Write/

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

3. Select SD CARD, and then press [ENTER].

4. Select FORMAT, and then press [ENTER].

5. When the message "Are you sure?" appears, press [ENTER].

Initializing the SD card causes the loss of all data on the card. Song protection settings are also disregarded. Since there is no way to recover data after initialization, be sure to back up any important data before initializing.

If you want to copy data from one SD card to another freshly initialized SD card, back up the first SD card (“Backing Up SD Cards” (p. 36)), and then recover the backed-up data to the new SD card (“Recovering Backed Up Data to SD Cards (RECOVERY)” (p. 37)).

Speci cations for SD Cards Used with the JS-8

The JS-8 supports SD cards meeting the following specifications.

• Maximum capacity: 32 GB

• SD/SDHC standard

Memory Con rmed as Functional with the JS-8

Information on SD cards confirmed to work with the JS-8 can be found on the Roland website. http://www.roland.com/

Protect Function ( Lock)

Write

Protect

The contents of the memory card can be protected by write

protecting it. To write protect a card, slide the write protect switch on the side of the memory card to the “LOCK” position. Unlock write protect to delete data on the card.

SD Card Capacity and Recording Time

The table below shows the relationship between SD card capacity and the approximate number of JS-8 songs you can store on the card.

JS-8 Song MP3 WAV 1 GB (included card as shipped from the factory) 1 GB (included card after initialization) 32 GB

30 songs 120 songs 10 songs

50 songs 200 songs 20 songs

1,700 songs 4,000 songs 600 songs

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• The JS-8 supports SDHC memory cards.

• Some SD card types or SD cards from some manufactur-

ers may not record or play backproperly on the JS-8.

• Figures in the table above are based on a song length of  ve minutes.

• M P3  gures are based on data encoded at 128 kbps.

• W AV  gures are based on stereo data with a sampling

rate of 44.1 kHz and quantization bit rate of 16 bits.

• The number of songs you can record may vary according to the songs contained.

• Regardless of the amount of free space that is available, the JS-8 can only store a maximum of 4,000 songs.

Convenient Functions

Backing Up

Backing Up SD Cards

You can back up data on SD cards to computers.

The computer procedures in the following descriptions use Explorer and My Computer with Windows and Finder and other applications with the Mac OS.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

3. Using Explorer or My Computer (Windows) or Finder (Mac OS), navigate to the folders on the JS-8.

"Removable Disk (*:)" may appear instead of the JS-8 icon.

4. Copy (drag and drop) the entire ROLAND folder within the JS-8 icon to a folder residing on the computer.

Copy the entire ROLAND folder. Copying only portions within the ROLAND folder may render the data unusable as backup data.

5. Disconnect the JS-8 from the computer.

With Windows Vista/XP

Right-click on the "JS-8" icon in My Computer (or the "Removable Disk (*:)" icon) and execute "Eject."

With Mac OS

Drag the "JS-8" icon to the eject icon in the Dock.

Backing Up E ects to SD Cards (PATCH BACKUP)

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

3. Select PATCH BACKUP, and then press [ENTER].

4. Select BACKUP, and then press [ENTER].

5. When the message "Are you sure?" appears, press [ENTER].

Convenient Functions

Recovering Backed Up Data ( RECOVER)

Recovering Backed Up Data to SD Cards ( RECOVERY)

Use this procedure to restore JS-8 data previously backed up on a computer to SD cards. You can restore the JS-8 to its status at the time the data was backed up.

The computer procedures in the following descriptions use Explorer and My Computer with Windows and Finder and other applications with the Mac OS.

1. Connect the computer to the JS-8's USB port by a USB cable.

2. When the USB SELECT screen appears in the JS-8, select JS-8 SONG LIST EDITOR and press [ENTER].

3. Copy (drag and drop ) the backed up entire “ROLAND” folder on the computer to the “JS-8” icon (or the “Removable disk (*:)” icon) and drop it there (overwriting it).

• "Removable Disk (*:)" may appear instead of the JS-8 icon.

• During the copy, a message may appear on the computer saying that an identical  le exists at the copy destination. If this oc-

curs, click "Overwrite all" to continue with the copy.

• Recovering (copying) backed up data to an SD card results in the loss of the content of the card prior to the recovery, restoring the card with the data at the time the data was backed up.

• Copy the entire ROLAND folder. Copying only portions within the ROLAND folder may render the data unusable as backup data.

4. Disconnect the JS-8 from the computer.

With Windows Vista/XP

Right-click on the "JS-8" icon in My Computer (or the "Removable Disk (*:)" icon) and execute "Eject."

With Mac OS

Drag the "JS-8" icon to the eject icon in the Dock.

Recovering E ects Backed Up on SD Cards (PATCH RECOVER)

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

3. Select PATCH BACKUP, and then press [ENTER].

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4. Select RECOVER, and then press [ENTER].

Use this mode to recover all the effects backed up on an SD card to the JS-8.

Press [ENTER] to recover the data. (This will overwrite the data stored in all patches.)

Specify the effect patch number to be recovered.

Press [ENTER] to recover the data. (This will overwrite the data stored in all patches.)

Use this mode to recover only specified effects to the JS-8.

Specify the destination effect patch that you'd like to recover the patch to.

Convenient Functions

to PATCH SYNC.

select

SET PATCH, the

To save the

changes, press

the song.

sible to delete or

Song Settings ( Song Information/ Protect/ E ects/ Song Name)

1. Turn the dial to select the desired song.

2. Press [MENU].

3. Select SONG INFO, then press [ENTER].

Screen 1

Screen 3

Use the left and right cursor buttons and the dial to name the song.

To cancel the changes, press [EXIT].

Song size

To save the changes, press [ENTER].

Press the right cursor button to switch to Screen 2.

Song

format

Song length

(time)

Pressing [MENU] allows you to carry out the following procedures.

MENU Cat-

Description

Screen 2

This sets the volume of song playback. Normally, SONG LEVEL should be set to 100.

If this is ON, it will not be possible to delete or modify that song.

egory

ALL DELETE Deletes the all characters.

DELETE

INSERT

Deletes the character and shifts the characters that follow to the left.

Inserts a blank space at the cursor position.

Press the right cursor button to switch to Screen 3.

If you press [MENU] to select SET PATCH, the currently selected effect patch number will be registered (assigned) to PATCH SYNC.

When set to OFF, the current effect patch is used when the song is selected. When set to a specific effect patch number, that patch is called up when the song is selected. (p. 31)

Effect Patch Number

Preset P*** User U***

(With *** indicating the number.)

For songs in USB memory, only Screen 1 can be viewed.

Converting songs and transferring them between media

Here's how you can convert a song's format, or transfer songs between an SD card and USB memory.

1. Use the dial to select the desired song.

2. Press [MENU].

3. Choose the desired action from the menu, and press [ENTER].

MENU Catego-ryDescription

EXPORT

IMPORT

CONVERT

Write the currently selected song to USB memory.

Store the songs on the selected USB memory to the SD card.

Convert MP3 data on the SD card to JS-8 song format.

4. When the message "Are you sure?" appears, press [ENTER].

The MENU categories that are displayed may differ according to the screen and cursor position.

Convenient Functions

are returned to the selected

factory settings, check here.

Various System Settings

1. Press [MENU].

2. Use the dial to select SYSTEM, and then press [ENTER].

You can make a variety of settings for the JS-8 in the SYSTEM screen.

SYSTEM Category Description

SYSTEM SETTING Allows you to turn the internal speaker on and off and adjust the GUITAR/MIC IN jack input sensitivity.

Adjusts the tone of the entire JS-8.

Adjust the

low-end

GLOBAL EQ

volume.

Adjust the midrange volume.

USB ( COMPUTER) Allows you to switch the USB mode and audio data routing.

SD CARD Allows you to edit the VIEW SW parameter, check the capacity, and initialize (format) the card.

USB MEMORY Allows you to confirm the capacity of the connected USB memory.

PEDAL

PATCH BACKUP

LCD Allows you to adjust the LCD display's contrast.

FACTORY RESET

Allows you to assign functions to an externally connected footswitch.

”Using Foot Switches and Expression Pedals” (p. 32)

Allows you to back up and recover effects.

”Backing Up Effects to SD Cards (PATCH BACKUP)” (p. 36), “Recovering Effects Backed Up on SD Cards

(PATCH RECOVER)” (p. 37)

Allows you to restore the JS-8 to its original default factory settings.

To restore all parameters to their default factory settings, check here.

To restore the system parameters to their default factory settings, check here.

To restore the user effect patches to their default factory settings, check here.

Adjust the high-end volume.

Turns GLOBAL

EQ OFF/ON.

Specify the range of user effect patches to be restored to the original settings.

Press [ENTER]; the parameters are returned to the selected factory default settings.

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About the VIEW SW parameter for the SD card

If VIEW SW is turned ON, an SD CARD item will be added to the SONG LIST. By selecting SD CARD in the SONG LIST, you'll be able to directly view the contents of the SD card from the JS-8's own screen, just as on your computer.

1. Press [MENU].

2. Select SYSTEM, then press [ENTER].

3. Select SD CARD, then press [ENTER].

4. Select SETTING, then press [ENTER].

VIEW SW Description

OFF

SD CARD will not be shown in the SONG LIST. (Factory setting)

SD CARD will be shown in the SONG LIST. By selecting SD CARD in the SONG LIST, you can view the files that are saved on the SD card.

Chapter

Appendices

Error Messages

Cannot Edit Song Name!

It is not possible to edit the song name. Use Song List Editor to edit the name.

The song name edited by Song List Editor can be viewed but not edited on the JS-8.

Card Full!

There is no free space on the SD card. Either delete unwanted songs from this card (p. 9), or use a different SD card that contains free space. (p. 35)

Card Locked!

The SD card’s write protection is activated. Turn off write protection. (p. 35)

Card Read Error!

The SD card cannot be read. Format the SD card. (p. 35) However, be aware that formatting an SD card will erase all data stored on that card.

Card Write Error!

Cannot write to the SD card. Format the SD card. (p. 35) However, be aware that formatting an SD card will erase all data stored on that card.

Data Too Long!

Playback is not possible because the song is too long (too large).

Data Too Short!

Playback is not possible because the song is too short.

Drive Busy!

The data could not be read or written fast enough.

• If this error message appears when you're playing highbit-rate MP3 data, or when you've raised the playback speed or pitch of MP3 data, use CONVERT to convert that MP3 data to JS-8 song format before using it.

• If this error message appears when you're playing back a song from USB memory, use IMPORT to import that song into the SD card before using it.

No Backup Data!

There is no effect data backed up to the SD card.

No Card!

No SD card is inserted in the JS-8.

No File!

The selected song does not exist on the SD card. From the song list, delete the song that produced the error.

Protected!

The song is protected. Turn off protection. (p. 38)

Too Many Songs!

The limit on the number of songs that can be recorded on an SD card (4,000) has been reached. (p. 35) Either delete unwanted songs from this card (p. 9), or use a different SD card that contains free space. (p. 35)

Unformatted Card!

Either the SD card has not been formatted, or it was formatted in a way that the JS-8 cannot recognize. Use the JS-8 to format the SD card. (p. 35)

Unformatted USB Memory!

Either the USB Memory has not been formatted, or it was formatted in a way that the JS-8 cannot recognize. Use your computer to initialize the USB memory.

Unsupported Card! Unsupported USB Memory!

This card (or USB Memory) cannot be used by the JS-8. Use an SD card (USB Memory) that Roland has verified as working with the JS-8. Information on SD cards (USB Memories) confirmed to work with the JS-8 can be found on the Roland website.

Unsupported Format!

The song cannot be played because it is in a format not supported by the JS-8.

USB is not connected!

No USB cable is connected. Use a USB cable to connect the JS-8 to your computer.

USB Memory Full!

There is no free space on the USB Memory. Either delete unwanted songs from this USB Memory (p. 9), or use a different USB Memory that contains free space.

USB Memory Read Error!

The USB Memory cannot be read. Use your computer to initialize the USB memory. However, be aware that formatting an USB Memory will erase all data stored on that USB memory.

USB Memory Write Error!

Cannot write to the USB Memory. Use your computer to initialize the USB memory. However, be aware that formatting an USB Memory will erase all data stored on that USB memory.

Troubleshooting

Appendices

Power not turning on

• Make sure the JS-8's AC adaptor is properly connected to the power outlet and the JS-8 (p. 4).

No sound

• Is the MASTER LEVEL knob turned down? (p. 6)

• Is the SPEAKER switch set to OFF? (p. 31)

• Are there any songs on the SD card?

Recorded sound is distorted

• Could the guitar level be excessive?

Adjust the GUITAR LEVEL (p. 8) or SONG LEVEL (p. 38) so that "" does not light.

Can’t play MP3/ WAV  le

• Are the MP3  le's sampling rate and bit rate or the WAV  le's sampling rate and quantization bit rate supported by the JS-8? (p. 3)

• Increasing the playback speed or changing the pitch of MP3s with higher bit rates may not be e ective in playing back these  les. In such cases, convert the song to JS-8 format. (p. 38)

Can’t set AB REPEAT segment times correctly

• You cannot set the interval between Point A and Point B to a value less than 0.5 seconds. Increase this interval so that it is at least 0.5. seconds.

• You may be unable to properly play back AB REPEAT segments with MP3s. In such cases, convert the song to JS-8 format. (p. 38)

Low volume from the device connected

to the GUITAR/MIC IN or AUX IN jack

• Are you using a connection cable that includes a resistor? Use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

• Is the external device's volume properly adjusted?

• Is the GUITAR LEVEL knob turned down? (p. 8)

• Is a mic connected with INPUT GAIN switched to the

guitar setting? Adjust the INPUT GAIN. (p. 31)

Can’t run the unit

• Is the JS-8 connected via USB to the computer application?

Can’t record/can’t import songs

• Do you have an SD card inserted?

• Is the SD card lock on?

• Does the SD card have too little free space available?

• Are you using an SD card that is known to work with

the JS-8?

• Do you have more than 4,000 songs (including WAV and MP3  les)? (p. 28) Delete any songs you don't need. (p. 31)

• The JS-8 only handles up to 2,000 artist, album, and keyword headings. Delete any unneeded artists, albums, or keywords. (p. 28)

Problems with SD cards

"Unsupported Card!" displayed

• Is the SD card completely inserted?

• Have you inserted an SD card that is not supported by

the JS-8?

SD card data corrupted

Corruption of data on SD cards may be caused by the following. Reinitialize the SD card.

• Could the power have been turned o during recording or while the JS-8 was connected via USB to your computer?

• Did you disconnect the USB cable while the JS-8 was connected to a computer?

• Did you remove the SD card while the JS-8 was still turned on?

• Could the SD card have been subjected to strong impact?

Problems with USB memory

USB memory not recognized

• Is the USB memory securely connected?

• The JS-8 supports FAT-formatted USB memory. On a

computer, reformat the USB memory to FAT format.

Cannot EXPORT to USB memory

• Is the USB memory write protected?

• Does the USB memory have too little free space avail-

able?

Problems with USB connection

• Is the USB cable properly connected?

• Is the computer turned on?

• Are you using an OS supported by the JS-8?

• Is the SD card completely inserted?

• Have you inserted an SD card that is not supported by

the JS-8?

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Appendices

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

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

WARNING

002c

Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

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.

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 heatgenerating 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 vibra-

tion and shakiness.

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.

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.

008e

Use only the attached powersupply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

WARNING

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!

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.

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.

012b

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:

• The AC adaptor, the powersupply cord, or the plug 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.

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.

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.

WARNING

014

Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

015

Do not force the unit’s powersupply 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.

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.

CAUTION

101b

The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

102c

Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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.

CAUTION

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.

106

Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

107c

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

108b

Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

109b

Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 4).

110b

Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

118a

Should you remove connecter covers, screw, ground terminal, and SD cards, keep them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

Important Notes

204

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

206e

The screen shots in this document are used in compliance with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.

206j

Windows® is known officially as: "Microsoft® Windows® operating system."

207

Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

209

Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc.

213

Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

220

All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

238

MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia Corporation.

239

The SD logo ( ) and SDHC logo ( ) are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.

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.

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 USB memory or 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 USB memory or computer.

552

Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on USB memory or computer once it has been lost. Roland Corporation and BOSS Corporation assume 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.

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, or 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.

Appendices

Before Using SD Cards

704

Carefully insert the SD card all the way in-until it is firmly in place.

1. Push

2. Release your nger

705

Never touch the terminals of the SD card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

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 (storage temperature: -25 to 85 ºC).

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

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.

852a

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 thirdparty copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

981b

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Index

AB REPEAT .....................................9, 15, 41

AC.PROCESSOR................................ 25, 27

ALL DELETE ....................................... 21, 38

AMP ................................ 20, 22, 23, 24, 34

Audio Interface ....................................... 33

AUDIO ROUTING .................................... 34

Backing Up ............................................... 36

BEST 30 ...........................................9, 10, 11

Capacity .................................................... 35

CAPTURE ...............................................9, 16

Card Locked! ............................................ 40

Card Read Error! ..................................... 40

Card Write Error! ..................................... 40

CD IMPORT ............................................... 19

CD RIPPING .............................................. 19

Center Cancel .......................................... 15

CHORUS .................................................... 30

COMP .................................... 25, 27, 34, 39

Connecting .............................................. 18

CONVERT .......................................9, 15, 38

Cursor Button .............................................5

Data Too Long! ........................................ 40

Data Too Short! ....................................... 40

DAW ............................................................ 34

DELAY.................................... 22, 29, 30, 32

Dial .................................................................5

Digital Audio Workstation .................. 34

E ect Parameters ................................... 20

E ects ........12, 13, 20, 22, 36, 37, 38, 44

ENTER Button .............................................5

EQ .................................................. 22, 26, 28

ERASE ............................................................9

Error ............................................................ 40

EXCHANGE ........................................ 12, 21

EXIT Button ................................................. 5

EXPORT...........................................9, 38, 41

EZ CHARACTER ....................................... 30

FACTORY RESET ...................................... 39

FLANGER ..................................... 25, 27, 30

footswitch ........................... 25, 29, 32, 39

FX ........................................... 22, 25, 32, 34

Guitar Level .................................................8

IMPORT ...........................................9, 17, 19

Importing Songs ...................... 16, 17, 19

INITIALIZE .......................................... 12, 21

INPUT GAIN ................................ 31, 41, 44

Input Sensitivity ..................................... 31

JS-8 Song ......................... 3, 10, 11, 18, 35

LCD .............................................................39

LIMITER ............................................... 25, 27

Lock ............................................................ 35

MENU button ............................... 9, 11, 12

MENU Button .............................................5

Metronome .............................................. 14

MP3 .......... 3, 9, 15, 18, 19, 23, 35, 38, 41

No Card! .................................................... 40

No File! ....................................................... 40

NOISE SUPPRESSOR .............................. 28

OCTAVE............................................... 25, 27

OD/DS ................................................. 25, 26

PAN ...............................................25, 28, 29

PATCH BACKUP ......................... 36, 37, 39

PATCH NAME ........................................... 21

PEDAL ................................... 25, 26, 32, 39

PEDAL SETTING ...................................... 32

PHASER........................................ 25, 27, 30

Play .....3, 5, 8, 14, 15, 16, 25, 32, 33, 34,

............................................................... 40, 44

Playing ...................................................8, 33

Play Mode ....................................................5

Power Button ...............................5, 41, 43

Protect .................................. 35, 38, 40, 42

Protected! ................................................. 40

Re-Amp .....................................................34

REC ................................ 5, 9, 27, 32, 34, 37

Recording .............................2, 3, 9, 35, 43

Recording Time ...................................... 35

REMAIN ........................................................5

REMOVE ....................................................11

REVERB ...............................................22, 30

RHYTHM ............................................. 11, 23

ROTARY ........................................ 25, 28, 32

Routing.........................................................2

Saving E ects ................................... 13, 20

SD Card .............................3, 35, 36, 37, 43

SD CARD ..................................... 11, 35, 39

SD card Write/Protect Function ........ 35

SEARCH ............................9, 10, 11, 16, 19

Selecting Songs ..................................... 10

SET PATCH ......................................... 31, 38

SOLO ............................................12, 24, 32

Song Information ...........................19, 38

Song List Editor ................. 10, 11, 18, 19

Song Name ....................................... 19, 38

SPEAKER SW ............................................ 31

SPEED ...................... 14, 15, 25, 28, 30, 32

Stop .................................................8, 32, 33

Switching E ects ................................... 12

SYSTEM SETTING ............................ 31, 39

Tempo ........................................................ 15

Too Many Songs! .................................... 40

Top Screen ..................................................5

TREMOLO ........................................... 25, 27

Troubleshooting .................................... 41

Tuner .......................................................... 14

Unformatted! ..........................................40

UNI-V ................................................... 25, 28

Unsupported Card! ............................... 40

Unsupported Format! .......................... 40

USB Audio Interfaces............................ 33

USB (COMPUTER) ............................ 34, 39

USB Driver ................................................ 33

USB MEMORY ................................... 11, 39

WAH .............................................. 25, 26, 32

WAV ................ 3, 9, 18, 19, 27, 28, 35, 41

WRITE .................................... 12, 13, 20, 21

Speci cations

JS-8: Audio Player with Guitar Effects (eBand)

AD Conversion • 24-bit + AF method (GUITAR/

DA Conversion • 24-bit Sampling

Frequency Effect Patches • Preset: 130

Nominal Input Level

Input Impedance • GUITAR/MIC IN: 1 Mohm

Nominal Output Level

Output Impedance • PHONES: 44 ohms

MIC IN)

• 24-bit (AUX IN)

• 44.1 kHz

• User: 100

• GUITAR/MIC IN: -20 dBu

( INPUT GAIN=GUITAR)

• GUITAR/MIC IN: -32 dBu ( INPUT GAIN=MIC)

• AUX IN: -15 dBu

• AUX IN: 22 kohms

• PHONES: -10 dBu

• LINE OUT: -10 dBu

• LINE OUT: 1 kohm

Connectors • GUITAR/MIC IN (1/4 inch

Current Draw • 400 mA Dimensions • 264 ( W) x 166 (D) x 201 (H)

Weight • 1.7 kg

Accessories • AC adaptor (PSB-1U)

phone type)

• AUX IN (Stereo miniature phone type)

• PHONES (Stereo miniature phone type)

• LINE OUT (RCA phono type)

• C TL1,2/EXP (1/4 inch TRS

phone type)

• USB ( Type A)

• USB ( Type B)

• DC IN

• 10-7/16 ( W) x 6-9/16 (D) x 7-15/16 (H) inch

• 3 lbs 12 oz (excluding AC adaptor)

• SD card (1 Gbyte)

• Owner’s Manual

• Roland Service (Information

Sheet)

Options • Footswitch (BOSS FS-5U)

0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of the A/D and D/A converters.

• Dual Footswitch (B0SS FS-6)

• Expression Pedal (Roland EV-

5, BOSS FV-500L, BOSS FV500H)

• Footswitch Cable (Roland PCS-31L)

For the U.K.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE: BROWN:

This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

NEUTRAL LIVE

For EU Countries

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

For C.A. US (Proposition 65

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

JS-8 Audio Player with Guitar Effects Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S.Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700

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