Roland RD-8 User Manual

User Manual

RHYTHM DESIGNER RD-8

Classic Analog Drum Machine with 16 Drum Sounds, 64 Step Sequencer,
Wave Designer and Dual-Mode Filter

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Table of Contents

Thank you .......................................................................2

Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3

Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3

Limited warranty ............................................................ 3

1. Introduction ............................................................... 4

2. Features ...................................................................... 4

3. Front and Rear Panel Control Layout ....................... 5

4. Overview ....................................................................8

5. Creating a Pattern (Step Mode) ................................ 9

6. Playing a Pattern (Pattern Mode) ........................... 11

7. Creating a Song (Pattern Chaining Mode) ............. 11

8. Creating a Song Chain (Song Mode) ...................... 11

9. Wave Designer ......................................................... 12

10. Analog Filter........................................................... 12

11. Settings ................................................................... 13

12. Software Updates .................................................. 16

13. Parameters ............................................................. 16

14. SysEx information .................................................20

15. RD-8 Set-up Example ........................................... 23

16. Specications .........................................................25

17. Glossary .................................................................. 26

Thank you

Thank you very much for expressing your condence in Behringer by purchasing
the RD-8 Rhythm Designer with 16 original drum sounds, 64-step sequencer,
integrated Wave Designer, integrated dual-mode lter, 11 independent analog
outputs plus a mono mix, 16 authentic step pads, 16 pattern changes per song
and an easily readable 7-segment 4-character LED display for tempo.

Important Safety Instructions

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by qualiedpersonnel.

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maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.

Caution

To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot

remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualied personnel.

Caution

To reduce the risk of re or electric shock,

do not expose this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids and no objects lled with liquids,
suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution

These service instructions are for use

by qualied service personnel only.
Toreduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
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1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe
provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories specied by
themanufacturer.

12. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specied by the
manufacturer, orsold with
the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid

injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
beendropped.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.

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product: This symbol indicates
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disposed of with household
waste, according to the WEEE
Directive (2012/19/EU) and

your national law. This product
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(EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have
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case or similar unit.

19. Do not place naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.

disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a
battery collection point.

21. Use this apparatus in tropical and/or
moderate climates.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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About the RD-8

• Authentic recreation of the inuential and highly sought after legendary

analog drum machine

• 16 original drum sounds with additional parameters and

global Accent capability

• Modern and versatile workow provides enhanced playability, enabling you

to create captivating live performances

• Powerful 64-step drum sequencer supports poly-meter, step-repeat,

note-repeat, Real-Time Triggering, track-mute and track-solo

• Integrated FX bus features Wave Designer and dual-mode Analog Filter with

per voice assignment

• Live recording, editing and playback of Analog Filter cuto via automation

• Storage of up to 16 songs and 256 patterns, all of which can be imported/

exported during playback for unlimited songs and patterns

• Pattern Mode allows arrangement of patterns into full songs and setting

number of repeats per song part

• Song Mode allows chaining songs together for live sets and

expanded compositions

• Unique Auto Scroll feature enables improvisation in all modes

• Comprehensive MIDI In/Out/Thru and USB implementation for

synchronization and connection to external devices

• Sync options include USB, MIDI, Clock and Internal for maximum versatility

• 11 independent analog outputs for external processing or recording your

rhythms as multi-track audio

1. Introduction

An ultra-aordable leap into the warm world of analog drum beats, the
Behringer RD-8 gives you the power to create fascinating rhythms with incredible
power and ease. The RD-8’s pure analog signal uses legendary analog circuits
with some additional pots for more parameters.

The RD-8 is ideal for the studio and/or the road. Owning an RD-8 gives you all the
power of a classic drum machine in a exible package with the ability to create
bewildering beats.

1.1 Before you get started

The RD-8 was carefully packed in the factory to guarantee safe transport.
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its
contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit.
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to us, but notify your dealer and
the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement
may not be granted.

1.1.1 Initial operation

Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and, to
avoid over-heating, please do not place the RD-8 on high temperature devices
such as radiators or power amps.

 WARNING: The RD-8 is supplied with a DC power adapter that

meets the required safety standards. Do not use any other power adapter.

Powerful and Feature Rich Sequencer

The RD-8 features what we believe to be one of the most power ful step
sequencers ever created. Improved workows increase productivity making
complex song creation simple. The 64-step sequencer with storage of up to 256
patterns and 16 songs allows complicated song arrangements.

A Design for Life

Designed for life and live performance, including all new features for live use in
each of the sequencer modes: Step Repeat, Note Repeat, Real-Time Triggering
and live Step-Overdubbing. Enable recording in Pattern Launch Mode to build up
song structures on the y, switch back to Manual Mode at the touch of a button,
and then use Autoll to introduce more variations. Cue up another song from
memory, without interrupting playback, so you can literally perform entire sets
straight from the one machine.

Advanced Dual-Mode Filter

To add new possibilities to the RD-8 it has a highly-exible 12 dB lter, which lets
you freely experiment with the cuto frequency and resonance to create out-of­this-world beats. RD-8’s HPF button toggles between LPF (lo-pass lter) and HPF
(hi-pass lter). Fluid sweeps of the lter’s CUTOFF knob can be recorded straight
into the sequencer and can be further tweaked in the Step Editor.

Wave Shaping Goodness

The integrated Wave Designer has individual ATTACK and SUSTAIN controls for
adding another dimension to drum beats. Sounds can be controlled in new ways
to provide exciting new tones.

Polymeter Mode

Trigger Happy Controls and Connectivity

The RD-8 has 29 knobs, 5 switches and 59 buttons, all laid out in a highly­intuitive format that puts the fun back into your drum beat creation. Input and
output connections include: audio input/output, MIDI input, output and thru
over USB and 5 pin MIDI din ports. With 3 trigger outs the RD-8 lets you control
external synths and hardware sequencers to create songs without a digital audio
workstation (DAW) in sight. Full live performances can be made using these
extra outputs by controlling other units. The RD-8 can also send and receive clock
information with highly accurate timing to sync it to the outside world.

You are covered

We always strive to provide the best possible customer experience. Our products
are made in our own Music Tribe factor y using state-of-the-art automation,
enhanced production workows and quality assurance labs with the most
sophisticated test equipment available in the world. As a result, we have one of
the lowest product failure rates in the industry, and we condently back it up
with a generous warranty program.

3. Front and Rear Panel Control Layout

3.1 Top Controls

3.1.1 Volume Section

• Powerful headphone and main outputs with ¼" (6.35 mm) connectors

• High-visibility LED display makes it easy to verif y program parameters

• Robust encoder for editing parameters such as Tempo, Swing, Probability,

Flam and Random

• 16 authentic-style step buttons with bold LED indicators for easy

pattern creation

• 3-Year Warranty Program*

• Designed and engineered in the U.K.

*Warrant y details can be fou nd at www.musict ribe.com

 WARNING: Please make sure that all units have a proper ground

connection. For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor
from any units.

1.2 The product manual

This product manual is designed to give you both an overview of the RD-8, as well
as detailed information on each of the controls and parameters. The manual is
based on the initial software release, V1.1.8. Further features and updates will
be added later so please regularly check for sof tware updates. You will nd an
overview of the physical control elements in the next chapter.

1.3 Preparation

 CAUTION: Remember to turn your monitors/loudspeakers on last

when powering up your system. Turn your monitors/loudspeakers o rst when
powering down your system.

2. Features

A Past Masterpiece Rejuvenated

Great care has been taken in designing the RD-8 to achieve new possibilities in
beat creation by reviving a timeless analog design from one of the best classic
drum machines of yester year. By creating a fresh modern take on a characteristic
drum machine, the RD-8 gives you the power to harness the phenomenal
sound of the original. Colossal bass drums through to sizzling hi-hats can be
manipulated to take your rhythm conception to the next level. This is no digital
clone, it’s an analog beat making monster.

RD-8 gives you the power to control loops in new ways with the Loop Overlay
function, which generates continual variations and Polymetric to add spice
to your beats. With the Loop Overlay function, you can set dierent sequence
lengths for each of the drum tracks independently to create complex overlapping
rhythms and make your song structures really evolve.

Parameter Chaining

Set separate chain preferences for each of your parameters, allowing them to
persist globally or to switch on song or pattern changes. Parameters include
Tempo, Swing, Flam, Probability, independent track mutes/solos, FX bus
assignments, Filter Modes and sweeps for enhanced real-time control. Patterns
can be changed on the y for further creative control when using the RD-8 as the
heart of your live setup.

Creative Auto Fill

The auto ll function lets you make on the y changes and gives that extra touch
to your compositions by adding lls at any point in a song. This gives the RD-8 a
musical edge when it comes to bringing songs to life.

USB Control

To bring the RD-8 into the modern world USB has been added for sync and midi
triggering. The RD-8 can be controlled by a DAW if required. Songs and patterns
exchanged, or individual sounds triggered by the DAW sequencer.

(1) (2)

(1) MASTER – Controls the main output level.

(2) PHONES – Adjusts the headphones level. NOTE: The headphones

signal is taken before the Wave Designer and Filter for monitoring
purposes. This means the Wave Designer and Filter are not audible
in the headphones.

3.1.2 Analog Filter Section

(4)(3) (5) (6)

(3) CUTOFF – Adjusts the cuto frequency of the lter.

(4) HPF – Toggle the lter between HPF (hi-pass lter) and

LPF (lo-pass lter, default).

(5) ON – Engages the lter into circuit when illuminated.

(6) RESONANCE – Adjusts the resonance of the lter. This emphasizes the

frequencies around the cuto point.

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3.1.3 Wave Designer

(7) (8) (10)(9)

(7) ATTACK – Controls the attack portion of the Wave Designer circuit.

Turn counter clockwise (CCW) to reduce the at tack portion of the signal and
clockwise (CW) to enhance the attack por tion of the selected signal.

(8) SIG – Shows that signal is present in the Wave Designer circuit.

(9) SEND – Activates the Wave Designer assignment menu. The button is

illuminated when one or more voices are assigned to this bus.

(10) SUSTAIN – Controls the sustain portion of the Wave Designer circuit.

Turn CCW to reduce the sustain portion of the signal and turn CW to lengthen
the sustain.

3.1.4 Edit Section

(11) (12) (14)(13)

(11) SAVE – Save a song or pattern to a memory slot.

(12) COPY – Copy pattern from one location to another memory location.

3.1.7 Playback Controls

(30)(28)(23) (24) (31) (32)

(33)

(29)

(25) (26) (27)

(23) TAP/HOLD – Set the tempo of the unit with 5 taps. Hold for quick

macro control.

(24) DISPL AY – Multi function 4-character display.

(25) RECORD – Enable/disable record mode.

(26) STOP – Stops the currently playing song or pattern.

(27) PLAY/ PAUSE – Play or pause the current song or pattern.

(28) DATA – Encoder for data editing.

(29) DATA MODE – Cycles through the various Data Modes. Tempo, Swing,

Probability and Flam.

(30) TEMPO – Adjust the Tempo parameter when selected with the

DATA encoder.

3.1.9 Step & Note Repeat Section

(46)

(39) (40) (41)

(39) 1 – Step or Note repeat of a value of 1.

(40) 2 – Step or Note repeat of a value of 2.

(41) 4 – Step or Note repeat of a value of 4.

(42) 8 – Step or Note repeat of a value of 8.

(43) STEP REPEAT – Repeats the step by the selec ted value.

(44) NOTE REPEAT – Repeats the note played with the trigger button by the

selected value.

(45) TRIGGER – Trigger repeats when engaged.

(46) 1/2/4/8 – Indication of number of repeats selected.

3.1.11 Voice Control

(42) (43) (44)

(45)

(52)

3.1.10 Track Control and Settings

(47)
(48)

(50)
(51)

(47) MUTE – Activates mute menu.

(48) SOLO – Activates solo menu.

(49) STEP BUTTONS – Used to input step information into patterns and is

also used for various system tasks when used in conjunction with the
(50) SETTINGS button or for deeper editing.

(50) SETTINGS – Used in combination with the (49) STEP BUTTONS to select

dierent operational modes.

(51) AUTOFILL – Select and add a ll pattern.

(13) ERASE – Delete the selected song, pattern or settings.

(14) DUMP – Performs a MIDI SysEx Dump of pattern, song or settings.

3.1.5 Mode Section

(15) (16) (17)

(15) SONG – Enter Song Mode. Cue 1 of 16 songs.

(16) PATTERN – Enter Pattern Mode. Use the 16 available patterns to build

your song.

(17) STEP – Shows each available step for the selected voice (up to 64 steps

per pattern).

3.1.6 Sync Section

(18) (19) (20) (21) (22)

(18) CYCLE – Cycles through the various SYNC options when the sequencer is

stopped. Internal, MIDI, USB or TRIG (External Clock) options.

(19) INTERNAL – The unit is the sync master.

(20) MIDI – Sync is taken from MIDI in port.

(21) USB – Sync is taken from the USB port.

(31) SWING – Adjust the Swing parameter or shue feeling when selected with

the DATA encoder (50% straight to 75% full swing).

(32) PROB – Adjust the probability factor of steps triggering.

(33) FLAM – Adjust the FLAM width.

3.1.8 Auto Scroll Section

(34)

(35)

(36) (37) (38)

(34) AUTO SCROLL – Step Mode: Keep Playhead visible. Pattern Mode: Advance

song when loop expires. If Auto Scroll is enabled for a pattern that has more
than 16 steps, when the Playhead advances beyond a 16-step boundary,
the steps will automatically switch pages to stay in sync with the Playhead.

(35) BANKS 16/32/48/64 – White shows bank position of Playhead in current

pattern. Red shows currently-viewed bank position.

(36) << (POSITION MOVE LEFT) - Step Mode: Choose viewed bank position.

Pattern Mode: Choose Playhead position within selected song.

(37) LENGTH – Step mode: Set the length of the selected pattern. Pattern Mode:

Set number of repeats for selected part within the song.

(38) >> (POSITION MOVE RIGHT) - Step Mode: Choose viewed bank position.

Pattern Mode: Choose Playhead position within selected song.

(53)

(54)
(55)

(56)

(58)

(52) LEVEL – Level of the 11 voices, plus Accent.

(53) TUNING – Relative tuning of associated voice.

(54) TONE – Applies a lter to the voice reducing the high frequencies as you

turn CCW.

(55) DECAY – Changes the decay time of the voice. Turn CCW for shorter,

CW for longer.

(59)

(57)

(56) SNAPPY – Adjust the amount of snap sound to the snare sound. Turning CW

increases snap.

(57) VOICE SWITCH – Switch between the two voices available.

(58) VOICE SELECT – Selects the voice for editing patterns, Wave Designer,

soloing or mute.

(59) OFFSET – Changes the length of the Hand Clap sound.

(22) TRIG – Sync is taken from the External Clock input.

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(68) (69) (70) (71) (72) (73) (74)

(75)

(76) (77) (78) (79) (80) (81) (82) (83)

3.2 Rear Panel connections

(60) (61) (62) (63) (64) (65) (66) (67)

(68) (69) (70) (71) (72) (73) (74)

(60) POWER – Connect the supplied PSU here and engage power switch to

turn on.

(61) PHONES - Connect headphones via a ¼" (6.35 mm) TRS connector.

(62) MONO – Main output via a ¼" (6.35 mm) TRS connector.

(63) RETURN – Sums audio post lter bus. ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced connector.

(64) USB – Connect to a computer for updates and DAW control.

(65) MIDI IN – To input MIDI from an external MIDI device such as a sequencer

or DAW.

(66) MIDI OUT – Output of MIDI data to an external MIDI device.

(67) MIDI THRU – A direct output of the MIDI in to chain to other devices.

(68) CH INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Closed Hat.

(84)

(75)

(76) (77) (78) (79) (80) (81) (82) (83)

(81) TRIGGER OUT 3 – +5 v 1ms pulse to trigger ex ternal devices. ¼" (6.35 mm)

unbalanced output.

(82) SYNC IN – SYNC to external device transmitting clock information using a

1/8” (3.5 mm) TRS jack. Start/stop signal on ring and clock on tip.

(83) SYNC OUT – SYNC external devices to the Rhythm Designer using an

unbalanced ⁄" (3.5 mm) jack.

(84) BOOT – Enter boot mode for software updates.

4. Overview

This overview will help you set up the RD-8 analog rhythm designer and briey
introduce its capabilities.

4.1 Connections

4.4 Voice Section

In this section the sounds and controls are described to help you achieve the most from the RD-8 which has 16 sounds, plus Accent.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12)

(1) ACCENT – This function is used to give emphasis to any voice programmed

on the same step. The LEVEL control determines the amount of emphasis
given to the selected voices. Turn Counter Clockwise (CCW) to reduce the
amount of global Accent. Turn Clockwise (CW) to increase the global Accent
level. Accent can also be programmed via MIDI or USB by using a velocity
value of 110 or higher. When a note is programmed above the 110 velocity
level, all other sounds triggered at the same time will be accented too.

(2) BASS DRUM – This classic sound dened a generation. The LEVEL control

adjusts the level compared to the other voices. TONE applies a lter to the
sound, CCW to remove high frequency information. Turning CW brightens
the sound. DECAY controls how long the drum will ring. Turn CW for longer
tones. The TUNING function (placed in the Accent section but controls the
bass drum only) changes the pitch of the bass drum, turn CCW for low
sounds, turn CW to raise the pitch.

5. Creating a Pattern (Step Mode)

Patterns can use up to 64 steps which gives a great deal of exibility.

How to record a basic 16-step pattern:

1. Selec t a SONG.

2. Press PATTERN.

3. Select desired pattern number via step keys 1-16.

4. Press STEP.

5. Select desired tempo with Data control.

6. Press RECORD.

7. Select the VOICE you wish to use.

(69) OH INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Open Hat.

(70) CY INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the Cymbal.

(71) CB INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Cow Bell.

(72) CP/MA INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Hand Clap or Maracas.

(73) RS/CL INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Rim Shot or Claves.

(74) HT/HC INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

High Tom or High Conga.

(75) MT/MC INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Mid Tom or Mid Conga.

(76) LT/LC INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Low Tom or Low Conga.

(77) SD INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Snare Drum.

(78) BD INDIVIDUAL OUTPUT – ¼" (6.35 mm) Unbalanced output of the

Bass Drum.

(79) TRIGGER OUT 1 – +5 v 1ms pulse to trigger external devices. ¼" (6.35 mm)

unbalanced output.

(80) TRIGGER OUT 2 – +5 v 1ms pulse to trigger external devices. ¼" (6.35 mm)

unbalanced output.

The RD-8 has a ¼" (6.35 mm) mono jack output on the rear of the unit plus
11 independent voice ¼" (6.35 mm) jacks. When the individual voice outputs
are used and connected, they cut that voice from the MAIN MONO output. This is
useful for adding eects or external processing to individual sounds.

Audio return is via the ¼" (6.35 mm) mono RETURN jack on the rear panel.
This input can be used to process an individual voice or voices via external
processing (mixer, compressor or reverb, etc.), then return the signal back into
the main output of the RD-8. Please consult the connection set-up guide for
examples (8.1).

The CLOCK IN/OUT connections use ⁄" (3.5mm) TRS jacks.

CAUTION: Do not overload the ⁄" (3.5 mm) CLOCK IN input. This jack can only
accept voltages up to a maximum of +15 V. The 3.5 mm CLOCK OUT outputs
should only be connected to inputs capable of receiving the output voltages.
Failure to follow these instructions may damage the RD-8 or external units.

4.2 Software Setup

The RD-8 is a USB Class Compliant MIDI device, and so no driver installation
is required. The RD-8 does not require any additional drivers to work with
Windows and MacOS.

4.3 Hardware Setup

First make all the audio and power connections to your system. Connect a DAW,
external sequencer or keyboard with MIDI output directly to the RD-8 MIDI IN
5-pin DIN type input or via MIDI over USB if desired. Apply power to the RD-8
using the supplied power adapter only. Ensure your sound system is turned
down. Turn on the RD-8 rear power switch. Use the MIDI page in the settings
function to set the RD-8 to a unique MIDI channel within your system.

(3) SNARE DRUM – The SNAPPY control simulates the sound of the snares

microphone moving closer to and from the bottom drum head. LEVEL and
TONE control as the bass drum voice.

(4) LOW TOM/LOW CONGA – The switch determines which sound is in use.

TUNING adjusts the pitch of the sound. Turn CCW for low sounds and CCW to
raise the pitch. LEVEL control is the same as the bass drum voice.

(5) MID TOM/MID CONGA – Same functions as (4) LOW TOM/LOW CONGA.

(6) HI TOM/HI CONGA – Same functions as (4) LOW TOM/LOW CONGA.

(7) RIM SHOT/CLAVES – The switch determines which sound is in use.

The LEVEL control adjusts the level compared to the other voices.

(8) HAND CLAP/MARACAS – The switch determines which sound is in use.

The LEVEL control adjusts the level compared to the other voices. OFFSET
adjusts the length of the hand clap only, from short (CCW) to long (CW).

(9) COW BELL – The level control gives you more cow bell, if desired.

(10) CYMBAL – LEVEL and TONE control as the bass drum voice. DECAY controls

how long the cymbal rings.

(11) OPEN HAT – The controls are the same as the CYMBAL voice.

(12) CLOSED HAT – LEVEL and TONE control as the bass drum voice. When the

closed hat is programmed on a step immediately after an OPEN HAT, the
closed hat voice cuts the OPEN HAT voice, which is a classic drum machine
trick to simulate a real hi-hat.

8. Steps can be programmed either with the unit playing (press PLAY) or in the
stopped position. The moving white LED is the play head which shows the
current play position. The TRIGGER pad can also be used to play and record
the currently-selected voice.

9. Select dierent voices to add into the current pattern.

10. Press stop and record to exit record step mode.

How to save a pattern:

1. Once you have created your masterpiece of a pattern press PATTERN.

2. Press SAVE.

3. Press PATTERN again.

4. Select the Step number of the Pattern you wish to save, current pattern will
be displayed in white after which SAVE will ash.

5. Press the ashing SAVE button to execute the operation.