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To ensure long, trouble-free operation, please read this manual carefully. Precautions Location Using the unit in the following locations can result in a malfunction. • In direct sunlight • Locations of extreme temperature or humidity • Excessively dusty or dirty locations • Locations of excessive vibration Power supply Please connect the designated AC/AC power supply to an AC outlet of the correct voltage. Do not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your unit is intended.
Thank you for purchasing the Korg TRITON-Rack expandable HI module/sampler. To ensure trouble-free enjoyment, please read this manual carefully and use the instrument as directed. About this manual The owner’s manuals and how to use them The TRITON-Rack come with the following owner’s manuals. • Basic Guide • Parameter Guide • Voice Name List Basic Guide First read this manual carefully to gain a basic understanding of the instrument and to learn basic operation.
Table of Contents About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii The owner’s manuals and how to use them . . . iii Conventions in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Main features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview of the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Front and rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
More about Alternate Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Combination mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 How a combination is organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Basic combination editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Timbre 1–8 program, pan and volume 2.1: Ed–Prog/Mix. . . . 52 Controller settings 2.2: Ed–Ctrl . . . . . . . . 53 Settings for status, MIDI channel, and playing mode 3.1: Ed–Param1 . . . . 53 Note timing and scale settings 3.2: Ed–Param2 . . . .
Synchronization with an external sequencer in Program, Combination, or Multi mode . . . . . . 93 Effects settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Effects in each mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Routing settings and effect settings . . . . . . . . . . . Effect settings for a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Effect settings in Combination, and Multi modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Effect settings in Sampling mode . . . . . . . . . .
Main features Overview The TRITON-Rack is a expandable Hi-modele/sampler that features the HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis system as its tone generator. Its numerous functions include high-quality preset multisamples/programs/combinations, an effect section, sampling, multis, a dual polyphonic arpeggiator, RPPR, analog two-channel audio input/six-channel audio output, and digital two-channel audio output.
produced by a program. You can also make settings that include external tone generators. With the factory settings, 512 user combinations suitable for a wide range of styles are preloaded in banks INT-A–INT-D. • When one or more separately sold EXB-PCM options are installed (up to eight boards), programs and combinations for the corresponding EXB-PCM can be loaded into user program banks/ user combination banks EXB-A–EXB-H.
The TRITON-Rack has numerous functions: playing and editing programs, combinations, or multis; recording and playing pattern data; recording samples; and managing disk data. The largest unit used to organize these functions is called a mode. The TRITON-Rack has six modes. Program mode • Select and play programs • Edit a program Make settings for the oscillator, filter, amp, EG, LFO, effects, and arpeggiator. • The Audition function can be used.
Front and rear panel Front panel 1...10 11 22, 23 12...16 17, 18 19...21 24...27 1. [INPUT] knob 5 This knob adjusts the input level of the AUDIO INPUT 1 and 2 jacks. 1 2. [OUTPUT] knob This knob adjusts the volume of the AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/MONO and R jacks, as well as the headphone jack. 3. Headphone jack 6 2 3 7 8 9 10 4 A set of headphones (standard 1/4" stereo phone plug) can be connected here (☞p.13).
[1] TEMPO: Controls the tempo of the arpeggiator or of the Multi mode RPPR. [2] ARP-GATE: Controls the gate time (note duration) of the arpeggiated notes. At the center position (12 o’clock), the setting of the arpeggiator “Gate” parameter will be used. Rotating the knob toward the left will shorten the time, and rotating it toward the right will lengthen the time. [3] ARP-VELOCITY: Controls the velocity (playing strength) of the arpeggiated notes.
[D], [E], [F], [G], or [H] keys will select the EXB-A (E-A), EXB-B (E-B), EXB-C (E-C), EXB-D (E-D), EXB-E (E-E), EXB-F (E-F), EXB-G (E-G), and EXBH (E-H) banks. Normally, the external banks are used to load the included combinations when the EXB-PCM series options are installed. When the program of a Combination mode or Multi mode timbre/track is selected, these keys are used to select the program bank.
Introduction 24. Numeric keys [0], [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7], [8], [9] [–] key [./HOLD] key [ENTER] key Rear panel 1. AC power supply connector (~AC9V) Use these keys to numerically input a parameter value. Use numeric keys [0]–[9], the [–] key, and the [./HOLD] key to enter the value, and press the [ENTER] key to confirm it. The [–] key inverts the sign (+/–) of the parameter value. The [./HOLD] key lets you input a value with a decimal point. The [.
The MIC/LINE level select switch ([MIC/LINE] switch) and the level adjustment knob ([INPUT] knob) allow you to use a wide range of external audio sources, from mic level to line level. AUDIO INPUT 1/2 jacks These are unbalanced 1/4" phone jacks. (☞p.107). [MIC/LINE] switch This switches the input level of the AUDIO INPUT 1/2 jacks (☞p.107). 5. AUDIO OUTPUT Connect these outputs to the input jacks of your amp or mixer.
a: Current page d: Edit cell f: Function buttons By pressing the function key [F1]–[F8] nearest this button, you can turn various functions on/off. e: Check box : SW1 and SW2 in Program, Combination, Multi, or Sampling modes. c: Parameter b: Tab , : Starts/stops pattern recording in Multi mode, starts/stops sample recording in Sampling mode. f: Function button : Accesses the utility menu where you can execute utility menu commands.
* Dialog boxes * When you select a utility menu command etc., a dialog box will open. Use the cursor keys [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] to select parameters. Use the VALUE controllers (☞p.35) to input the parameter values. When selecting program or combination numbers in a dialog box, you can use the [BANK] and [A]–[H] keys in addition to the VALUE controllers. As in the utility menu, press the function key [F1]– [F8] nearest etc. (function button 2) to access the execution or operation screen.
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Connecting audio equipment etc. Connections must be made with the power turned off. Please be aware that careless operation may damage your speaker system or cause malfunctions. If you wish to use the AUDIO OUTPUT (INDIVIDUAL) 1–4 jacks of the TRITON-Rack, we recommend that you use a mixer. If you playback the TRITON-Rack through your stereo audio system, be aware that high volumes may damage your speakers. Be careful not to raise the volume excessively.
● When using headphones, plug them into the headphones jack located on the front panel. Headphone Connecting MIDI equipment The TRITON-Rack produces sound when it receives MIDI messages from another MIDI device such as a MIDI keyboard or sequencer (computer). Use a MIDI cable to make these connections. Connecting a MIDI keyboard 3.
Connecting a sequencer (computer) Basic settings for using the TRITON-Rack as the MIDI tone generator for monitoring and playback when recording on an external sequencer or computer * Echo Back is a function by which data received at MIDI IN is re-transmitted without change from MIDI OUT. Computer MIDI interface (multi-port) MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI OUT MIDI IN ● MIDI OUT connector of the MIDI keyboard → computer with MIDI interface → TRITON-Rack MIDI keyboard etc.
Turning the power on/off Before you turn on the power, make sure that the desired connections have been made as described in “Setup” (☞p.12–p.14). • When using a Sampling mode utility menu command (“Move Sample,” “Move MS,” “Conv. To Prog,” “Time Slice” etc.) to simultaneously modify programs or drum kits. 1. Turning the power on 1 Press the TRITON-Rack’s [POWER] switch to turn on the power. The LCD screen will show the model name and software version of your TRITON-Rack.
Listening to the demo songs Here’s how to listen to the demo songs of the TRITONRack. 1 Press the [DEMO/SNG] key. (LED lit) You will enter the Demo/Song, Play page. 2 In “Demo Song Select,” select a demo song. Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] keys to highlight a song name in “Demo Song Select.” 3 Use the VALUE controllers ([VALUE] dial, [INC], [DEC] keys, numeric keys [0]–[9] and the [ENTER] key) to select the demo song that you wish to hear. 4 Press the [F5] (“START”) key. Playback will begin.
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Playing from a MIDI keyboard (Program, Combination mode) When you wish to play the TRITON-Rack from a MIDI keyboard and take advantage of performance functions such as its realtime controllers or arpeggiator, you should use Program and Combination modes. The following section explains how to use Program and Combination mode. Before you begin trying the operations described here, make the appropriate connections etc. as described in the preceding chapter “Setup.
1 Press the [COMBI] key. (LED lit) You will enter Combination mode. Make sure that the upper line of the LCD screen indicates “COMBI 1.1: Play.” Selecting a combination number 2 Make sure that “Combi Select” is selected. If it is not selected, use the [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] keys to highlight the combination name in “Combi Select.” "Combi Select" Bank No. "Category" 3 Use the VALUE controllers to select the combination that you wish to play. ☞“1. Listening to the sound of a program” 3 4 Audition the sound.
When you adjust the cutoff frequency of the filter, the brightness of the sound will change. The effect will depend on the settings of the program parameters, but normally, rotating the knob toward the left will darken the sound, and rotating it toward the right will brighten it. When the arpeggiator is running, it is effective to use this in conjunction with the C-mode [ARP-GATE] knob to control the arpeggiated notes.
The arpeggiator is a function that automatically generates arpeggios (broken chords). Most arpeggiators produce an arpeggio when you play a chord on the keyboard. Settings using controllers Arpeggiator on/off ● Each time you press the [ARP ON/OFF] key, the arpeggiator will be switched on/off. When this is on, the LED will light, and playing the keyboard of a connected MIDI instrument will start the selected arpeggio pattern.
The knob setting is saved when you write the program. You can control the effect by simultaneously adjusting the A-mode [EG-RELEASE] knob. Adjusting the strength of the arpeggio notes 1 Press the [SELECT] key to make the upper left “C” LED light. 2 Rotate the [ARP-VELOCITY] knob to adjust the strength of the arpeggiated notes. Rotating the knob toward the left will make the notes weaker, and rotating the knob toward the right will make the notes stronger.
Using the arpeggiator as you play in Combination mode In Combination mode the TRITON-Rack provides dual arpeggiators, allowing you to run two arpeggio patterns simultaneously. As you select various combinations, you will notice that the [ARP ON/OFF] key LED will light for some combinations. (☞“Other settings for the arpeggiator”) When you press the keyboard, the arpeggiator will start. For other combinations, you can press the [ARP ON/OFF] key (the LED will light) to turn on the arpeggiator.
Playing with a computer/ sequencer (Multi mode) 4) Use the [VALUE] dial or the [INC], [DEC] keys to select the template multi that you wish to load. For this example, let’s select P00: Pop/Ballade. 5) Press the [F8] (“OK”) key to load the template. Use Multi mode when you want the TRITON-Rack to simultaneously play multiple tracks of musical data sent from your computer/sequencer. This section explains basic operation of Multi mode.
2. Controlling tracks from your computer/sequencer MIDI transmit/receive channel Set the MIDI transmit channel of your computer/ sequencer to match the “MIDI Channel” of the TRITON-Rack track that you wish to play. Using the RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Recording) function The Multi mode of the TRITON-Rack provides an RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Recording) function.
000: FEVER will be displayed. Simple program editing 3 Make sure that the RPPR check box is checked. Checked: The selected RPPR (the setting of 5.1: RPPR, RPPR Setup) will operate. Unchecked: RPPR will not operate. This is the normal state of Multi mode. 4 Set the “Control Track” MIDI channel and the channel of the transmitting MIDI device to the same setting. In the illustration above, track 1 is the control track.
Adjusts the level balance between oscillators 1 and 2. For programs whose “Mode (Oscillator Mode)” (PROG 2.1: Ed-Basic, Prog Basic page) setting is Single, oscillator 2 will not sound. Only the level of oscillator 1 will change. For a Drums program, this performance editor will have no effect. Amp Level Adjusts the amp level. This will adjust the volume of the entire program. Attack Time Adjusts the attack time of the filter EG and amp EG. This will adjust the speed of the attack from note-on.
For this example, select I-A003: Legato Strings. This is a layered combination with piano and rich strings. Make sure that the [INT/EXB] LED is dark. (If it is lit, press the [BANK] key.) Then consecutively press the [A] key, the [3] key, and the [ENTER] key. Alternatively, the program for a timbre can be selected by category. Choose “Program Select,” press the [F8] (“UTILITY”) to access the utility menu, and press the [F7] key to choose “Select by Category.” Press the [F8] (“OK”) key.
Here’s how to load demo multisample data and play it back in Sampling mode. 1 Load “DCUT_SMP.KSC” from the included “TNRFD-01P” floppy disk. 1) Insert the included “TNRFD-01P” floppy disk into the floppy disk drive. 2) Press the [DISK] key (LED lit) to enter Disk mode. 3) Press the [F1] (“Load”) key to select the Load page. 4) Use the [ ], [ ] keys to select “DCUT_SMP.KSC” 5) Press the [F8] (“UTILITY”) key to access the utility menu. With the factory settings, the global MIDI channel is set to channel 1.
Connect your external audio device and make input settings Manual sampling There are two ways to record a sample: manual and auto. In this example we will use manual sampling. 7 Press the [F2] (“Rec.”) key to access the Recording page. TRITON-Rack CD player L LINE OUT R 1 Connect the AUDIO INPUT 1, 2 jacks on the rear panel of the TRITON-Rack to the AUX OUT L and R jacks of your CD player. 2 Set the AUDIO INPUT [MIC/LINE] switch to the LINE position.
Index1 Index2 Currently selected index/Total number of indexes 4 Assign the second sample in “SMPL.” Select “SMPL,” and press the [INC] key to select 0002: NewSample_0002-L (the 100 BPM drum phrase). 5 Listen to the samples that you assigned to the multisample. 1 Select 3.1: Loop Edit. Press the [MENU] key to open the page menu, and press the [F3] key. Press the [F8] (“Open”) key. 2 Select “Index” 001, and make sure that “SMPL” is set to 0000: LOOP1-140BPM-L.
Press the [F8] (“UTILITY”) key to access the utility menu, and press the [F7] key to select “Grid.” Press the [F8] (“OK”) key. The following dialog box will appear. 4. Convert to a program Next we will convert the samples and multisample to a program. 1 Press the [F1] (“Edit1”) key to access the Edit1 page. Check “Grid,” set “Resolution” to , and press the [F8] (“OK”) key. Set “ (Grid Tempo)” to 140. With these settings, vertical dotted lines will be displayed at 140 BPM quarter note intervals.
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Basic operation of the TRITON-Rack Selecting modes, pages and tabs; setting parameters 1. Selecting modes ● In order to use a particular function on the TRITON-Rack, you must first select the appropriate mode. Press one of the front panel mode keys ([COMBI] key – [DISK] key) to enter the corresponding mode.
In Combination mode pages that display timbres 1–8, or in Multi mode pages that display tracks 1–8 or 9–16, you can hold down the [TIMBRE/TRACK] key and press the nearest function key [F1]–[F8] to select the desired timbre or track. 4. Setting a parameter The parameter value in the edit cell can be set by using the front panel VALUE controllers ([INC] key, [DEC] key, [VALUE] dial, numeric keys [0]–[9], [–] key, [./ HOLD] key, and [ENTER] key).
Saving data Types of data that can be saved On the TRITON-Rack, there are three ways to save data: writing to internal memory, saving on external media (floppy disk etc.), and MIDI data dump. Writing to internal memory The following data that you edit can be written into internal memory. • Program Programs 0–127 in banks I-A–I-F, E-A–E-H (However, bank I-F is available only if the separately sold EXB-MOSS option is installed.) • Combination Combinations 0–127 in banks I-A–I-E, E-A–E-H • Global settings (1.
The screen shown is for Program mode Writing to internal memory Memory protect You should also turn memory protect off if you want to load the above data from external media or via MIDI data dump, or if you wish to record or edit patterns in Multi mode. If the category you specify here is for a program, you can use it when selecting by category in the Cat. Hold function or the “Select by Category” utility in PROG 1.1: Play, “Program Select” in the COMBI 1.1: Play, Prog page, the COMBI 2.1: Ed-Prog/Mix.
Assigning a name (Rename) You can modify the name of an edited program, combination, multi, drum kit, user arpeggio pattern, multisample or sample etc. You can also modify the category names for programs and combinations. These renaming operations can be performed in the following pages. Programs PROG 1.1...7.3 Utility: Write Program Combinations COMBI 1.1...7.3 Utility: Write Combination Multis MULTI 1.1...4.4, 6.1 Utility: Rename Multi Tracks MULTI 1.1, 5.1 Utility: Rename Track Patterns MULTI 5.
Writing global settings, user drum kits, and user arpeggio patterns The settings you edit in Global mode can be written into internal memory. This is done using the operations Write Global Setting, Write User Drum Kits, and Write User Arpeggio Patterns. If you wish to use these settings after turning the power off, be sure to write the data. Using the [WRITE] key to write 1 In the following pages, press the [WRITE] key. A dialog box will appear.
6 Select the “Save All” utility. Saving on external media For details on the data that can be saved on external media (floppy disk etc.) (☞p.36 “Types of data that can be saved”). The user patterns or RPPR settings of Multi mode and the multisamples and samples of Sampling mode cannot be written into internal memory. This data will disappear when the power is turned off.
3) Insert the next floppy disk into the TRITONRack’s floppy disk drive. 4) Press a function key etc. to make the TRITONRack detect the next floppy disk. 5) Press the [F8] (“Select”) key. Saving will begin. 6) If the “No Space available on medium” dialog box appears again, repeat steps 1)–5). If you decide to cancel the Save operation, press the [F7] (“Cancel”) key. The dialog box of step 2) will appear. Press the [F7] (“Cancel”) key will appear.
Restoring the factory settings Loading the preloaded data and demo songs 1. Loading programs, combinations, global settings, arpeggio patterns, and drum kits Here’s how to restore the preloaded data (☞p.36) for programs, combinations, global settings, user arpeggio patterns, and user drum kits to the factory settings. When you perform the Load operation described below, the data that had been previously written will be overwritten (and lost).
Program mode With the factory settings, the TRITON-Rack’s INT-A– INT-D contain preloaded programs. You can modify these programs, or create your own original programs from an initialized state. You can also create original programs using samples/ multisamples that you sampled in Sampling mode (or loaded into memory in Disk mode). Programs you edit or create can be written to 1,664 program memory locations: bank INT-A–INT-E, and EXBA–EXB-H.
Basic (Prog Basic) page The three elements of sound Sound can be broken down into three elements: pitch, tone, and volume. On the TRITON-Rack, these elements correspond to the Pitch, Filter, and Amplifier settings of the program. In other words you would adjust the Pitch settings to modify the pitch, the Filter settings to modify the tone, and the Amplifier settings to modify the volume. In Oscillator (Oscillator: 2.
1 Specify different multisamples for “High Multisample” and “Low Multisample.” 2 Specify a velocity value for “Velocity SW L→H.” Notes played on a connected MIDI keyboard at a velocity less than the value you specify will sound the Low multisample; velocities at or above this velocity value will sound the High multisample. For example if you set “Velocity SW L→H” to 100, playing the keyboard softly will sound the “Low” multisample, and playing strongly will sound the “High” multisample.
OSC1 page Pitch The “JS (+X)” and “JS(–X)” settings specify the amount of pitch change (in semitones) that will occur when MIDI pitch bend messages are received or when the joystick etc. of a MIDI-connected TRITON or other instrument is moved to left or right. A setting of +12 allows the pitch to be controlled a maximum of one octave upward; a setting of –12 allows the pitch to be controlled a maximum of one octave downward.
The TRITON-Rack provides Filter 1 for OSC1 and Filter 2 for OSC2. For each of these filters, you can select from two types (Low Pass Resonance or Low Pass & High Pass). Filter 2 can be used if “Mode (Oscillator Mode)” is set to Double. Filter characteristics Level Level This area of overtones will be diminished Resonance When “Resonance” is set to a higher value, the overtones in the region of the cutoff frequency will be boosted as shown in the diagram below, giving a distinctive character to the sound.
lfoMod (LFO Mod.) page Volume Indicates settings that allow the LFO to produce cyclic changes in tone (a “wah” effect). Intensity: “to A (LFO1 Int. to A)” and “to B (LFO1 Int. to B)” specify how greatly the LFO will change the tone. JS-Y Int.: “to A” and “to B” specify the depth of the wah effect that will be produced by the LFO when the joystick of a MIDI-connected TRITON or other instrument is moved toward yourself, or when CC#2 is received. “Int. to A” and “Int.
keyboard. With a negative (–) value, the volume will decrease as you play lower on the keyboard. • When Ramp “High” has a positive (+) value, the volume will increase as you play higher on the keyboard. With a negative (–) value, the volume will decrease as you play higher on the keyboard. Filter1, 4.2: Ed-Filter2, 5.1: Ed-Amp1, and 5.2: EdAmp2 pages. Amp Mod. Specify how the LFO’s will produce cyclic changes in volume (the tremolo effect).
More about Alternate Modulation Alternate Modulation is a type of modulation that can be used to control various aspects of the sound. AMS (Alternate Modulation Source) refers to any of the numerous sources that can control alternate modulation, and includes controllers such as the realtime controller that you physically operate, incoming MIDI data, as well as modulators such as the EG or LFO.
Combination mode A combination consists of a variety of parameters that can be accessed in 2.1: Ed–Basic–7.3: Ed–MasterFX. The diagram below shows how a combination is structured. Basic combination editing Banks INT-A–INT-D of the TRITON-Rack contain a wide variety of combinations that use the preloaded programs (bank INT-A and INT-B) and the preset and preloaded user arpeggio patterns and effects. You can edit these combinations, or create your own original combinations from an initialized state.
Layer, split, and velocity switch The Compare function Within a combination, you can use keyboard location and velocity to change the program that sounds. The programs assigned to each timbre can sound in three ways: as a layer, a split, or a velocity switch. A combination can be set to use any one of these methods, or to use two or more of these methods. When 2.1: Ed–Basic–7.3: Ed–MasterFX are displayed, you can press the [COMPARE] key to make the LED light.
Volume Bank(EX2) MSB, Bank(EX2) LSB Adjusts the volume of each timbre. Create the overall sound by adjusting the volume balance between timbres. The “Volume” setting is an important aspect of creating the sound, and this setting will have a significant effect on the overall impression produced by the combination. This setting is valid when “Status” is set to EX2. It specifies the Bank Select message that will be transmitted from the TRITON-Rack. 2.
Adjusting the BPM of multisamples or samples created in Sampling mode If a timbre program uses multisamples or samples that you created in Sampling mode (or loaded in Disk mode) to a specific BPM value, you can use the “Detune BPM Adj.” utility with a specified BPM value. This changes the BPM by changing the playback pitch. (☞PG p.38) Timbres 2 and 3 create a layer. Timbre 1 and timbres 2/ 3 are split between the B3 and C4 note numbers.
Brass Timbre 2 Strings 127 64 63 1 Velocity switch As an example, we will explain how to create a combination like the one shown above. 1 In 1.1: Play or 2.1: Ed-Prog/Mix, select the programs that timbres 1–2 will use. Select a brass program for timbre 1. Select a strings program for timbre 2. 2 In the MIDI page of 3.
Multi mode In Multi mode the TRITON-Rack functions as a MIDI multi-timbral tone generator that receives multiple tracks of musical data from an external MIDI sequencer and plays them. Up to sixteen tracks of musical data can be played. In addition, the RPPR or arpeggiator functions of the TRITON-Rack can be used simultaneously with this playback, which is useful in a variety of music production or live performance situations.
• Standard MIDI Files (.MID) Standard MIDI Files of 99 measures or less can be loaded into a user pattern. Conversely, a user pattern can be saved as a Standard MIDI File. This allows compatibility with another device that supports SMF. The files listed above are loaded from floppy disk or other media in Disk mode. For details on saving multi data refer to PG p.134. For details on the contents of the keyboard model data that will be loaded/saved, refer to PG p.235.
Each pattern consists of musical data for one track. It is not possible to create patterns that contain multiple tracks. Multi settings These patterns are used by the RPPR function. The RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Recording) function: Program, pan, and volume settings for each track 1–16 1.1: Play For each multi, you can assign a pattern to each note of a connected MIDI keyboard, and play multiple patterns in realtime by playing notes on the keyboard. (☞p.25, p.
Controller settings 2.2: Controller For each multi, specify the functions for the B-mode of the REALTIME CONTROLS knobs [1]–[4] and for “SW1” and “SW2.” (☞p.100, PG p.53, 213, 214) Status, MIDI channel, and note mode settings 3.1: Param1 MIDI page Pitch page Transpose, Detune (BPM Adj.) For each track, specify the pitch of the program. (☞PG p.55) Note timing and scale settings 3.
Pattern and RPPR settings 5.1: RPPR Here you can record and play user patterns, and make RPPR settings. Refer to the subsequent sections “Recording a pattern,” “Editing,” and “RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Recording) function.” If you wish to keep the user patterns and RPPR settings, you must save them on external media such as a floppy disk. This data cannot be written to a template multi. Arpeggiator settings 6.1: Arp. Indicates arpeggiator settings. (☞p.87) Bus settings 7.
5 Use the “Pattern Parameter” utility to specify the number of measures in the pattern and its time signature. When you have finished making these settings, press the [F8] (“OK”) key. 6 Use “ (Tempo)” to specify the recording tempo. 7 Use “Resolution” to specify the recording resolution. (“Realtime quantize “Resolution””) Metronome settings 8 Set “Metronome Sound,” “Precount,” “Level,” and “Bus Select.” These settings specify how the metronome will sound during recording and playback. (☞PG p.
Recording controllers such as the REALTIME CONTROLS Step recording on a track or pattern Although you may operate controllers etc. to record control data in a pattern, you should restore the control data to its normal value within the pattern. If you fail to restore the normal value, unnecessary control data may remain in a “stuck” position when you place the pattern in a song or use the RPPR function to play the pattern.
5 Check the “Assign” check box. RPPR settings RPPR settings are made individually for each multi. To use RPPR playback, check the 1.1: Play Multi page “RPPR” check box. If this is checked, the RPPR function will be turned on, and playing the keyboard on a connected MIDI instrument will cause patterns to playback according to the RPPR settings. If the “RPPR” check box is not checked, the multi will play normally even if RPPR settings have been made.
etc. to match the MIDI channel of the track you wish to play. Also set the “Control Track” to match the track you wish to play. For example you might assign backing patterns such as drums and bass to the C#2–B2 keys and use these keys to control pattern playback, and use keys C3 and above to play solos in realtime. It is a good idea to keep the assigned keys together in this way.
Sampling mode Features of sampling mode • 48 kHz 16 bit linear mono/stereo sampling. • 16 Mbytes of sample (waveform) data memory is standard, allowing you to sample for approximately 2 minutes 54 seconds in monaural, or approximately 1 minute 27 seconds in stereo.
• The grid function displays a BPM-based grid on the waveform display, helping you to create loops or make waveform edits that match the desired BPM. • Each multisample allows you to create up to 128 indices. Each index consists of a sample assignment, a key zone, an original key, a playback pitch, and settings such as level. • The “Keyboard & Index” display lets you edit a multisample while viewing the assignments and zones of each sample.
48 kHz 16 bit sampling is the same quality as in audio devices such as DAT. A CD uses 44.1 kHz 16 bit sampling, which is a slightly lower sampling frequency. Samples and Multisamples Samples The data that is recorded (sampled) into internal memory or loaded from a file is referred to as a sample or sample file. Samples consist of the actual waveform data, and parameters that specify how the data will be played back, such as Start, Loop Start, and End Address.
Be aware that when you change the setting from Off to L/R or IFX1–5, the volume level in the AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks and in the headphones may rise excessively. Sampling Preparations for sampling “Input 1” controls the AUDIO INPUT 1 jack, and “Input 2” controls the AUDIO INPUT 2 jack. Connections and settings for a monaural source The settings up to this point will cause the sound from the AUDIO INPUT 1 jack to be output from the AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO jack and from the L channel of the headphones.
Using an insert effect The TRITON-Rack’s insert effects can be applied to the sound that is being input from the AUDIO INPUT 1 and 2 jacks, allowing you to record a sample with effects applied. As an example, we will explain the procedure for applying an insert effect to a stereo source and sampling the result. 1 Make the settings of step 1 and 2 in “Connections and settings for a stereo source.” Immediately after the power is turned on, 000: NewMS______000 will be created automatically.
“Connections and settings for a stereo source,” the L and R meters will move. Use the “Recording Level [dB]” slider to adjust the level. For this example, set the slider to the 0.0 setting (☞PG p.78). 9 At the moment that you wish to begin sampling, press the [F5] (“START”) key. Sampling will begin. 0 Sampling will stop when you press the [F5] (“STOP”) key. Sampling will stop automatically when the remaining amount of memory reaches zero.
Immediately after the power is turned on, “Pstn (Position)” will be R (Right), “Range (Zone Range)” will be 012(Keys), and “Orig.K (Original Key Position)” will be Btm (Bottom), so that indexes will be created as shown below. If you set “Range (Zone Range)” to 1(Key), an index will be created for each note of the keyboard and a sample assigned to in index. You can then continue sampling.
before the first waveform, “LpS (Loop Start)” is set immediately before the second waveform, and “E (End)” is set as desired. S (Start) LpS (Loop Start) Check “Grid,” set “Resolution” as desired, and press the [F8] (“OK”) key. The dotted grid lines will appear. E (End) By using the ZOOM ([F4] key–[F7] key) you can change the range that is displayed. When “S (Start)” is highlighted, zoom will be performed from the start address (☞PG p.85). 2 Set “ (Grid Tempo)” to the desired BPM tempo value.
Editing the waveform data of the sample is done in 2.1: Sample Edit. You can use commands such as cut, copy, and normalize to edit the waveform data. 1 Select the sample that you wish to edit. Use “SMPL (Sample Select) or “Index” in the 2.1: Sample Edit, Edit 1 page or the 1.1: Recording, Sample page to select the sample. (☞p.70) If you use “SMPL Sample Select)” to select the sample, be aware that the index assignment will also change. 2 Select the 2.1: Sample Edit, Edit2 page.
Multisample editing Editing a multisample is accomplished with a number of operations i.e. creating indexes for the multisample and assigning a sample to each index, editing operations such as deleting, copying, and inserting indexes, and detailed settings such as sample level and pitch for each index. Multisample editing is performed in 4.1: Multisample. Basic settings such as creating indexes and assigning samples can also be made in the 1.1: Recording, Sample page.
The time-slices sample can be used in the following ways by the RPPR function of Multi mode. • Multiple rhythm loop samples of differing tempo can be matched to the same tempo without changing their pitch. • You can change the tempo in realtime without affecting the pitch. • Multiple rhythm loop samples can be turned on/ off in realtime from the keyboard of a connected MIDI instrument.
7 Next use “SMPL” to select the 100 BPM rhythm loop sample. Repeat steps 2–5 to execute Time Slice and make any necessary adjustments. In step 4, set “Source BPM” to 100. •5.1: RPPR, RPPR KEY: D2, Assign: On, Pattern: User U01, Track: 02 (set in step 8) After making sure that RPPR is turned on, play C#2 and D2 on the keyboard of the connected MIDI instrument, and the time-sliced samples will play back at the tempo specified by “ (Tempo)” without their pitch being changed.
Global mode In Global mode, playing the keyboard of a connected MIDI instrument will cause the TRITONRack to sound in the state of the previouslyselected mode. If you move from Sampling mode to Global mode when sample memory is empty (such as immediately after the power is turned on), be aware that the TRITON-Rack will not produce sound. The settings that you edit in Global mode are preserved as long as the power remains on, but will be lost when the power is turned off.
best to first select a drum kit program in Program mode, and then do your editing in Global mode. Editing a drum kit Before editing a drum kit, uncheck the Memory Protect (☞p.37). 1 In PROG 1.1: Play, select the program that you wish to use while editing the drum kit. Select a drum kit program from the preload programs etc. If the drum kit that you will be editing is already being used by a program, select that program. (In the separate “VNL,” programs that use a drum kit are marked by a d symbol.
If you wish to use the settings of another “KEY,” select the “Copy Key Setup” utility. 0 Select the Voice/Mixer page in GLOBAL 5.1: DKit. A Set the “Excl Group.” The “Excl Group” setting is used when you wish to group drumsamples of the same type.
Disk mode External SCSI storage media (when the separately sold EXB-SCSI option is installed) How Disk mode is organized In Disk mode you can use floppy disks or a connected external SCSI device (if the separately sold EXB-SCSI is installed) to save or load various types of data. You can also make settings related to saving and loading functionality.
The data that can be loaded from external media (e.g., floppy disk) is shown in the diagram at the bottom of the previous page. (☞For details on each type of data, refer to PG p.123) If the separately sold EXB-SCSI option is installed, data can also be loaded from media such as a hard disk or CD-ROM. Data loading procedure Loading Programs, Combinations, Drum kits, User arpeggio patterns, and Global settings (loading a .
specified load destination bank. Global setting data will not be loaded. If you set “.PCG Contents” to Bank I-A, and set “To” to Bank I-A, the data will be loaded as follows.
EXB-PCM boards can be installed in any slot 1–8. (☞PG p.249) 1 If you have modified the settings or the order of the programs of banks I-A or I-B, load banks I-A and I-B from the disk included with the TRITONRack. The EXB-PCM01, 02, and 04 combinations are created using programs for the EXB-PCM as well as preloaded programs from banks I-A and I-B. For this reason, you must also load the preloaded program banks I-A and I-B if you load EXB-PCM01, 02, or 04. (☞p.81 “Data loading procedure”) 2 Load C_BANK.
• .WAVE files, .AIFF files Samples you created in Sampling mode can be exported and saved as .WAVE files or .AIFF files. For details on each type of file and the icon associated with it, refer to the lower diagram on page p.80. Formatting media The TRITON-Rack can format a floppy disk or external SCSI media. Floppy disk write protect Floppy disks have a small write protect hole that can be used to prevent data from being erased or rewritten accidentally.
Arpeggiator settings Arpeggiator settings for a program Arpeggiator on/off Each time you press the [ARP ON/OFF] key, the arpeggiator will be switched on or off. When on, the LED will light. When you play the keyboard of a connected MIDI instrument, an arpeggio will play according to the selected arpeggio pattern. The on/off setting is stored when the program is written. P000: UP UP P001: DOWN DOWN Basic functions This chapter describes the procedure for making arpeggiator settings in each mode.
U200 (E–A) – U327 (E–H) With the factory settings, these do not contain patterns. If certain separately sold EXB-PCM series option boards are installed and the included disk is loaded, other arpeggio patterns will be added. 4 Make settings for the various parameters. “Octave”: Select the octave range in which the arpeggio will be played. If this is unchecked, the arpeggio will be sounded in the order in which the notes were played on the connected MIDI instrument (Off).
Linking the arpeggiator to a program If you want the arpeggiator settings written in a program to be selected when that program is selected, check Program for “Auto Arp.” (GLOBAL 1.1: System, Basic page). Arpeggiator settings in Combination and Multi modes In Combination and Multi modes, the TRITON-Rack provides dual arpeggiator functionality that lets you use two arpeggio patterns simultaneously. The settings in each of these modes are made in the similar way.
You can use keyboard ranges or playing velocity to operate the arpeggiator, or to switch between arpeggiators A and B. By setting the COMBI 3.3: Ed-Key Zone, Key page and COMBI 3.4: Ed-Vel Zone, Vel page to set keyboard ranges and velocity ranges in conjunction with each other, you can create even more variations. 9 If you wish to save the edited combination settings in internal memory, turn off memory protect in Global mode (☞p.37), and write the combination. (☞p.38).
The patterns that can be selected on the TRITONRack’s arpeggiator are called “arpeggio patterns.” There are two types of arpeggio patterns: preset arpeggio patterns and user arpeggio patterns. Preset arpeggio patterns: There are five patterns; UP, DOWN, ALT1, ALT2, and RANDOM. The operation of these patterns is fixed, and cannot be edited.
• Tone: At each step, a chord consisting of up to 12 tones (Tone No. 00–11) can be sounded. To input tones, select “Step (Step No.)” and then use numeric keys [0]–[9], [–], and [./HOLD] to input tones. The “Tone No.” corresponds to the [0]–[9], [–], and [./HOLD] keys as shown below. Each time you press a [0]–[9], [–], or [./HOLD] key, the corresponding tone will be turned on/ off. The horizontal lines of the grid shown in the center of the LCD screen indicate the tones.
3 Set “Step (Step No.)” to 03, and press the [0] key. Set “Ptch (Pitch Offset)” to +00. 4 Set “Step (Step No.)” to 04, and press the [0] key. Set “Ptch (Pitch Offset)” to +00. 5 Set “Step (Step No.)” to 05, and press the [0] key. Set “Ptch (Pitch Offset)” to +12. 6 For “Step (Step No.)” 06, do not enter a tone. 7 Set “Step (Step No.)” to 07, and press the [0] key. Set “Ptch (Pitch Offset)” to +00. 8 Set “Step (Step No.)” to 08, and press the [0] key. Set “Ptch (Pitch Offset)” to –02.
4 Input the kick (Tone00). Set “Step (Step No.)” to 01, and press the [0] key. Then set “Step (Step No.)” to 05, and press the [0] key. 5 Input the snare (Tone01). Set “Step (Step No.)” to 03, and press the [1] key. Then set “Step (Step No.)” to 07, and press the [1] key. 6 Input the closed hi-hat (Tone02). Set “Step (Step No.)” to 01, 02, 03, 05, 06, and 07, and press the [2] key for each. 7 Input the open hi-hat (Tone03). Set “Step (Step No.)” to 04, and press the [3] key. Then set “Step (Step No.
The note timing of the arpeggiator will depend on the setting of its “Key Sync.” check box. If this is checked, the arpeggiator will begin operating at the moment that you play the first note-on after having released all notes on the connected MIDI instrument. If this is unchecked, the arpeggiator will synchronize to the timing of the internal/external MIDI clock. The following paragraphs explain how synchronization occurs when the “Key Sync.” check box is unchecked.
Effects settings The effect section of the TRITON-Rack provides five insert effects, two master effects, one master EQ (stereo 3-band EQ), and a mixer that controls the routing of these components. You can choose from 102 types of full-digital effects for each insert effect, and from 89 types for each master effect. The effects are categorized as follows.
Routing settings and effect settings The insert effects, master effects, and master EQ have the same structure in all modes, but the routing settings will determine how the oscillators of a program or the timbres of a combination or track of a song will be sent to each insert effect or master effect. In the pages that follow, we will explain how you can make routing settings and effect settings in each mode. (PROG 7.2: Ed-Insert FX, Setup page) after the signal has passed through the insert effects.
Master effects The input levels to the master effects are set by the “Send Level 1, 2” (step 3 or 8). If “Send Level 1, 2” are zero, the master effects will not apply. “Send Level 1” corresponds to MFX1, and “Send Level 2” corresponds to MFX2. 0 Select the PROG 7.3: Ed-MasterFX, Setup page. Effect settings in Combination, and Multi modes In Combination, and Multi modes, you can specify the routing of each timbre/track to the insert effects and master effects.
Insert effects Here you can select the effects for each IFX1–IFX5, adjust the “Pan (CC#8)” setting that follows each insert effect, and specify “BUS Select,” “S1 (Send1(MFX1)),” and “S2 (Send2(MFX2)).” If insert effects are connected in series, the setting after the last IFX will be valid. Use “S1 (Send1(MFX1))” and “S2 (Send2(MFX2))” to adjust the depth of the master effects after the signal has passed through the IFX. These settings are made in the same way as for programs (☞p.95).
If “BUS (IFX/Indiv.) Select” is set to IFX1–5, this is set by “Send Level 1” and “Send Level 2” (Insert Fx tab) after the sound has passed through the insert effects. If “BUS (IFX/Indiv.) Select” is set to other than Off and “Level” is raised, the external audio source will be input to the TRITON-Rack.
Other functions You can also transpose by changing the pitch in semitone steps. To transpose the pitch of the entire TRITON-Rack, use GLOBAL 1.1: System Basic page “Key Transpose.” The pitch can be transposed over a range of ±1 octave. Here we will explain how to adjust the tuning and transposition of the entire TRITON-Rack in Global mode. 1 Press the [GLOBAL] key to enter Global mode. 2 Press the [EXIT] key. 3 Press the [F1] (“Basic”) key.
Changing the scale You can specify the scale for each program, for each timbre in a combination, or for each track of a multi. These settings are made by “Type” in the following pages, and by “Use Prog’s Scale” for a combination or multi. Program 2.1: Ed–Basic, Prog Basic Combination 3.2: Ed–Param2, Other Multi 3.2: Param2, Other (Othr..8/Othr..16) In this case, you will normally select SW1 Mod.(CC#80) and SW2 Mod.(CC#81).
Adjusting the contrast (brightness) of the LCD screen Use the GLOBAL 1.1: System, Preference page “LCD Contrast” to make adjustments. Using the TRITON-Rack as a data filer MIDI exclusive data transmitted from an external device can be received by the TRITON-Rack and saved on a floppy disk (the Data Filer function). This is done using the Disk mode Save page “Save Exclusive” (☞PG p.135). Basic functions Shortcuts [MENU] key + numeric keys [0]–[9] x2 • Access the various pages within each mode.
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Appendices If you experience problems, refer to the relevant item and take the appropriate measures. Power does not turn on • Is the AC/AC power supply connected to an outlet? (☞p.12) • Is the [POWER] switch turned on? Turn on the front panel [POWER] switch. (☞p.15) Power is on, but nothing is displayed in the LCD screen • Perform the following procedure. (☞PG p.110) 1 Press the [EXIT] key three times, and press the [GLOBAL] key. 2 Hold down the [EXIT] key, and press the [WRITE] key.
Combinations or multis do not sound correctly after data was loaded • In the dialog box when saving the data, did you check the check boxes for each item that you wanted to save? (☞p.40) • Are the program numbers of the combination the same as they were when the combination was created? • Are the program or combination banks/numbers the same as when you created the multi? (☞PG p.
Can’t save data to a floppy disk • Is the floppy disk inserted correctly? • Is the floppy disk formatted? • Is the write protect hole of the floppy disk covered, so that it is in the “write permit” position? Correctly insert a 3.5 inch 2HD or 2DD floppy disk (with its write protect hole covered) into the disk drive, and perform the save operation once again. The TRITON-Rack does not recognize when MO media has been exchanged, and does not correctly display the media information after the exchange.
Specifications and options Specifications System HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis system Modes Combination, Program, Multi, Sampling, Global, Disk, (Demo) Tone generator HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis system Polyphony: 60 voices (60 oscillators) in single mode 30 voices (60 oscillators) in double mode Filters: 24 dB/oct LPF with resonance 12 dB/oct LPF + HPF Alternate modulation function Waveform memory 32 Mbyte PCM ROM (425 multisamples, 413 drumsamples) Expandable via PCM ROM option (EXB-PCM series is sup
[OUTPUT] level knob (for AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/MONO, R, HEADPHONE) Audio inputs AUDIO INPUT 1, 2 LEVEL [MIC/LINE] switch, [INPUT] knob Input impedance 10 [kΩ] Nominal level LINE +4 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= min. –30 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= max. MIC –17 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= min. –52 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= max. Maximum level LINE +14 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob = min. –20 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= max. MIC –7 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= min. –42 [dBu] @ [INPUT] knob= max.
［60 notes Expandable HI module/sampler］ Date : 2000. 06. 21 MIDI Implementation Chart MIDI Implementation Chart Function Transmitted Recognized TRITON-Rack Basic Channel Default Changed Mode Memorized Messages Altered Note Number: 1−16 1−16 1−16 1−16 × 3 × Remarks Memorized ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ 0−127 0−127 Transmitted as arpeggiator or sequence (Pattern, Audition, Demo) data. ○ 9n, V=1−127 × ○ 9n, V=1−127 × Transmitted as arpeggiator or sequence (Pattern, Audition, Demo) data.
Index B E 10’s Hold 19 12 dB/oct low pass filter and 12 dB/ oct high pass filter 47 Bank 5, 35, 37, 40, 81 Combination 19, 53 Multi 25, 59 Program 18, 44 Sampling 103 Bank select 25 Bit resolution 66 BPM 32, 54, 59, 65, 72, 75, 98, 103 Brightness of the sound 20 BUS 8, 103 AUDIO INPUT 97 Combination 55, 96 Drum Kit 79 Multi 60, 61, 96 Program 49, 95 Sampling 30, 68, 69 Edit Buffer 38 Edit cell 9 Effect 94, 99 EG 46, 48 Amp EG (Amplifier EG) 48 Attack Time 27 EG-INTENSITY 20 EG-RELEASE 20 Filter EG 47 Pi
Keyboard crossfade 52 Keyboard input 35 Keyboard Track 47, 48 .KMP file 41, 80, 83 .KSC file 29, 32, 41, 80, 81, 83 .KSF file 41, 80, 83 L Latch 22, 86 Layer 27, 52, 54 LCD screen 5, 9, 15, 34 Contrast 101 Level Amp Level 27 AUDIO INPUT 97 OSC Balance 27 LFO 46–49, 62, 98 Load 81, 104 .
T Tab 9, 34 Template Multi 24, 58, 61 Tempo 5, 21, 49, 61, 75, 85, 87, 98 The factory settings 42 The mode and page that will be selected when the power is turned on 15 The three elements of sound 44 Timbre 27, 52 Time signature 61 Time Slice 65, 75 Time Stretch 65 Tone 19, 44, 47, 48, 78, 99 Tone (Arpeggiator) 90–92 Track 24 Transpose 26, 53, 59, 99 Tremolo 46, 49 Tuning 99 W [WRITE] 7, 37, 39, 103 Write 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 36, 37, 39, 78, 89 Z Zero crosses 72 ZOOM 72 Appendices “SW1”, “SW2“ 9, 20, 45,
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