Section 1 Editing Section 2 Using Effects Section 3 Using Rhythm Section 4 Using the CD-R/RW Drive Section 5 Using MIDI Section 6 Using USB Section 7 Other Convenient Functions Section 8 Appendices Section 9 Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: Recording and Playback Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS BR-1200CD Digital Recording Studio.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
012b 101b • 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” sheet when: • The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation. ..........................................................................................................
IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply Maintenance 301 401a • 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES 562 • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions. • Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.
Precautions Regarding the Hard Disk The BR-1200CD contains an internal hard disk. This device is of an extremely high-precision design, and it can be easily damaged if not used and handled correctly. To ensure that the hard disk is being handled properly, you must adhere to the following: Important Performance and Image Data Once a hard disk fails to function normally, all data that has been stored on it could be destroyed. ● All hard disks eventually wear out.
Notes When Using Mics Always be sure to switch the phantom power off except when connecting condenser mics requiring a phantom power supply. Supplying phantom power to dynamic mics, audio playback equipment, and other devices that do not use phantom power may cause damage to your equipment. For mic specifications, please refer to the owner's manual for whatever model of mic you are using. (BR-1200CD Phantom Power: +48 V DC, 7 mA Max.
Before Using CD-R/RW Discs Two different types of recordable disc can be used with the BR-1200CD—namely, CD-R discs and CD-RW discs. What is a CD-R disc? CD-R (Compact Disc Recordable) is a CD to which data can be written. It is not possible to erase or move the data that has been written. This type of disc should be used to create audio CDs that will be played on standard CD players. Playback of CD-RW discs will not be possible on this type of equipment.
Before Using CD-R/RW Discs Compatibility of CD-R/RW discs and drives ● Ensure that the recommended type of CD-R/RW discs are always used. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to an increase in the frequency of write errors. ● Even when the recommended type of disc is used, there is still a possibility that write errors can occur. Please be aware that this type of problem can still result from variations in CD-R/RW drives and CD-R/RW disc manufacturing differences.
Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................... 2 Basic Operation................33 IMPORTANT NOTES....................................... 4 Precautions Regarding the Hard Disk ........... 6 Notes When Using Mics ................................ 7 Connecting other devices.............................34 Precautions When Making Connections................35 Turning on/off the BR-1200CD ....................36 About the CD-ROM “Discrete Drums” ............ 7 Turning on the BR-1200CD.........
Contents Changing the drum pattern tempo..........................58 Changing the Final Mastering Track ......................80 Set the new tempo using the TIME/VALUE dial ................................58 Rectifying recording mistakes (Undo/Redo) ...............................................81 Setting the tempo using [TAP]..............................59 Undo ..............................................................................81 Changing the drum sounds ................................
Contents Disabling Auto Scene .............................................95 Setting Auto Scene control of effects and track EQ............................................95 Finding the start or end of a section of audio (Scrub/Preview)............................ 97 Using Scrub to find the start of a section of audio ..........................................97 Changing the scrubbing direction ..........................98 Using Scrub and Preview to find the end of a section of audio .....................
Contents Setting the application method for backing choruses (Harmony Sequence Edit) ......137 Section 4 Using Rhythm..153 Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) .............................138 Makeup of Drum/Bass/Loop Phrase......... 154 Saving Vocal Tool Box settings (Patch Write) ..............................................................140 Bass ..............................................................................
Contents Creating bass patterns using real-time recording........................................175 Creating rhythm arrangements .................199 Practicing before recording (Rehearsal).............176 Erasing All Pattern Assignments at One Time................................................................200 Recording in perfect time (Quantize).................176 Assembling drum and bass patterns ....................199 Creating bass patterns using step recording.............................
Contents Section 5 Using the CD-R/RW Drive ... 217 Creating Audio CD .................................... 218 Precautions.................................................................218 Setting the time between songs (Pre-Gap) ..........218 Writing Songs to Discs ............................................219 Writing songs individually (Track At Once) .....................................................219 Setting the time until the CD-R/RW drive stops (CD Hold Time)................
Contents Section 7 Using USB ....... 257 Performing hard disk operations...............284 Before Using USB (Overview) ................... 258 Viewing information about the hard disk (Hard Disk Information).......................284 Operations that can be performed via USB.........258 Initializing the hard disk (Disk Initialize) ..........285 Compatible OS..........................................................258 Initializing only one of multiple partitions ........286 Connecting a computer.....
Contents COSM Comp/Limiter (COSM Compressor/Limiter) .................................296 Mastering Tool Kit parameter functions .... 315 COSM Overdrive/Distortion..................................297 Bass Cut Filter............................................................316 COSM PreAmp&Speaker .......................................297 Enhancer .....................................................................316 De-esser ......................................................................
Introduction to the BR-1200CD Main Features ■ Ease of use The BR-1200CD has been designed so that even beginners will be able to use it in the same way as a standard tape recorder. Regardless of whether you want to record put together a demo, or create a finished audio CD, you will be able to put the BR-1200CD to use as soon as you take it out of the box. Novices and experts alike can fully enjoy the thrilling world of digital recording using this advanced digital audio workstation.
Introduction to the BR-1200CD ■ Powerful editing functions With the BR-1200CD, you can copy, move, and erase audio, and perform many other editing operations that are only possible with full digital recorders. For example, you could repeat a certain four-measure drum pattern over and over to create a break-beats sound; alternatively, you could easily position the exact same chorus section at the beginning and end of a song.
Panel Descriptions Top Panel fig.0005-01 2 1 5 9 3 4 6 8 7 10 1. INPUT SENS knobs These knobs are used to adjust the sensitivity of the corresponding input jacks. Note that the INPUT SENS 1 knob also adjusts the sensitivity of the GUITAR/BASS jack. 2. PEAK indicators These indicators allow you to confirm whether or not the audio being input via the corresponding input jack is distorting, and they do this by lighting up when the volume reaches the distortion level of -6 dB.
Panel Descriptions 5. INPUT LEVEL knob Adjusts the volume of all input sources, and the volumes determined using this knob are the actual volumes that will be recorded on tracks. SEARCH button: Use this button to jump back to the previous marker before the current position. SEARCH button: 6. TUNER ON/OFF button Use this button to jump forward to the next marker after the current position. Use this button to turn the tuner (p. 275) on and off. CLEAR button: 7.
Panel Descriptions fig.0005-02 20 28 29 30 19 18 21 14 22 13 12 27 26 25 23 11 24 15 16 17 11. ZERO button 17. REC (record) button Press to jump to the very beginning of the song. This is the BR-1200CD’s record button, and in addition to normal recording, it is also used to perform manual punch-in and punch-out. This button’s indicator will turn red and begin to flash when the BR-1200CD is standing by to start recording, and this will change to a steady red when recording is actually started.
Panel Descriptions 22. REVERB button This calls up either a screen for setting of the send level from each track to the loop effect reverb, or a screen that allows reverb parameters to be set (p. 126). 23. AUDIO TRACK MIXER faders 1–8, 9/10, 11/12 These faders are used to control the volumes of the corresponding tracks during playback. Since tracks 9/10 and 11/12 are fixed as stereo tracks, a single fader controls the volume of both tracks in the stereo pair simultaneously.
Panel Descriptions fig.0005-03 34 37 38 46 47 39 40 44 43 41 42 45 31 32 36 35 33 31. TAP button 34. TRACK TYPE SELECT button By tapping this button along with your song, you can set the tempo for the Drum, Bass and Loop Phrases (p. 158, p. 173, p. 187). Calls up a screen for selecting track types. Tracks 8 and 9/10 can each be set to one of two track types—namely, tracks used for recording audio or tracks used for rhythm arrangement components such as Loop Phrases, Bass, and Drums.
Panel Descriptions 36. VALUE knobs 45. CD-R/RW When the icons for these knobs are displayed on-screen, use these knobs to change setting values. AUDIO CD WRITE/PLAY button 37. UTILITY button Calls up a wide range of functions such as track editing, organization of songs, and the like. 38. UNDO/REDO button Use this button to restore your song’s previous condition by canceling the last audio recording or editing operation.
Panel Descriptions Front Panel fig.0005-04 3 2 1 5 4 7 6 1. GUITAR/BASS jack CD-R/RW drive This high-impedance input jack is used to directly connect guitar or bass. fig.05-02 The MIC 1 jack (or XLR connector) and the GUITAR/ BASS jack share the same internal circuitry, and when a connection has been made to both of these input jacks, the GUITAR/BASS jack will be selected automatically. 2. PHONES jack Use this jack to connect separately sold headphones. 3.
Panel Descriptions Display 5. Information fig.05-03 The Information box displays various items of song data (such as effect patch, marker names, tempo, chord, and the remaining time available for recording). Displays the menu screen, parameter setting screen, or other information, depending on the type of settings being made. If the screen content is difficult to see, refer to “Adjusting the display’s contrast” (p. 274). fig.0005-05 1 2 5 3 6 4 7 6.
Panel Descriptions Rear Panel fig.0005-06 3 2 13 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 1. POWER switch 6. MIDI IN connector Use this switch to turn the BR-1200CD on and off (p. 36). The BR-1200CD receives MIDI data via this connector. Connect the MIDI OUT connector of external MIDI devices such as sequencers to this connector using a MIDI cable. 2. DC IN (AC adaptor) jack Connect the BR-1200CD’s AC adaptor to this jack.
Panel Descriptions 10. LINE OUT jacks The LINE OUT jacks are used to output an analog audio signal. Connect these jacks to a device such as a CD-R, MD, or tape recorder to make an analog recording of the BR1200CD’s output. If necessary, you can make a setting that mixes the signals being input via LINE IN jacks with the signal being output via the LINE OUT jacks. (Audio Sub Mix: p. 277) 11. LINE IN jacks The LINE IN jacks for analog audio signals.
Common operations and display items Top screen Displayed shortly after the power is turned on, this is the main BR-1200CD screen. Among other important information, the top screen presents the current position within the song, the level meters, and remaining recording time on the hard disk.
Common operations and display items Page Scroll fig.06-06 When “ ” and/or “ ” is displayed on the left and right of the screen, respectively, it will indicate that the BR-1200CD could not fit all of the relevant content on-screen and that some content is hidden in the direction of the arrow. The CURSOR [ content. ] or [ ] are used to display this hidden Press[ ] to scroll the screen to the left, and press [ scroll the screen to the right.
Common operations and display items TIME/VALUE dial fig.06-05 The TIME/VALUE dial is used to change the cursor position, values, or characters. In the case of values, these are increased when the dial is turned clockwise, and reduced when the dial is turned counterclockwise. VALUE 1/PAN, VALUE 2, and VALUE 3 knobs fig.06-07 These knobs can be used to change the values of parameters indicated by knob icons ( ) on-screen. Turn clockwise to increase a value and counterclockwise to decrease it.
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Connecting other devices fig.07-01 MIDI IN Computer LINE OUT MIDI Sequencer, MIDI Sound Module, etc. CD Player, Keyboard, etc. MIDI OUT USB Mic MIDI Sequencer etc. DIGITAL IN AC Adaptor (PSB-3U) Guitar or Bass LINE IN Audio Set, etc. DS-30A/50A/90A, Digital Amp, etc. Stereo Headphones Set the polarity switch as shown below. Expression Pedal (Roland EV-5 etc.) Foot Switch (FS-5U etc.
Connecting other devices 1 Connect the guitar, bass guitar, microphone, etc. to the BR-1200CD’s input jacks. 2 Guitar, bass, etc.: Connect to the GUITAR/BASS jack on the front panel. Connect to the INPUT 2/MIC 2 input jack on the rear panel. Connect to the LINE IN L and R jacks on the rear panel. 3 If necessary, connect an expression pedal or foot switch to the BR-1200CD. Any MIDI or USB connections should also be made.
Turning on/off the BR-1200CD Turning on the BR-1200CD Use the POWER switch to turn the BR-1200CD on and off. Once the connections have been completed (p. 34), 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. fig.07-02 POWER Switch 1 Before turning on the power, the volume of all connected devices should be turned all the way down.
Turning on/off the BR-1200CD Turning off the BR-1200CD 1 If an amplifier or any other similar device is connected to the BR-1200CD’s output, this should be turned off first of all. Press the BR-1200CD’s POWER switch. The pressed button pops out. The message “Shutdown OK?” will appear. fig.07-04ad The message “Storing Current...” will appear and saving of the currently selected song will begin. When saving has been completed, the message “Now shutdown...
Listening to the demo songs and selecting songs (Song Select) When the BR-1200CD is turned on, the top song is automatically selected and all data necessary for playback is loaded. When the loading of this data has been completed, the name of the song will be displayed. If you wish to work on a different song, you can select that song using the following procedure. Demo songs are stored on the BR-1200CD. Let’s now select one of these songs to listen to. (Refer to the Demo Song List: p. 72.) fig.
Basic operation of the recorder Playing and stopping fig.07-09 2 4 1 2 In order to avoid being startled by sudden loud noises, turn the PHONES VOLUME knobs and the MASTER fader all the way down before proceeding. 1,3 3 4 Press [PLAY]. Slowly raise the PHONES VOLUME knob(s) and the MASTER fader until the playback can be heard at a suitable level. Basic Operation 1,3 Press [STOP]. The BR-1200CD will stop playback. The BR-1200CD will start playback.
Basic operation of the recorder Adjusting the volume fig.07-09a 2 1 Move the MASTER fader up and down while the song is being played. The overall volume changes in response to the position of this fader. The display on the MIX level meter changes in response to the volume. 1 2 Move the Track faders for each track up and down. The volume of each track changes in response to the position of the corresponding fader. In addition, the display on each track’s level meter changes in response to its volume.
Basic operation of the recorder Changing the current position The current position within a song can be moved regardless of whether or not the song is being played. Any one of a number of different methods can be used to change the current position. Basic Operation • When the current position is changed, it takes a bit of time before you can carry out the next operation. This time is necessary for reading of data from the hard disk that will be needed for playback at the new song position.
Basic operation of the recorder Using TIME/VALUE dial A cursor is displayed below the time for the current position on the top screen. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to change the time values and to move the current position. fig.07-09c 1,3 2,4 1 Move the cursor to the seconds, minutes or hours value. 3 Move the cursor to the measures or beats value. fig.07-103d Measures Beats fig.07-101d Minutes Hours Seconds 2 4 Turn the TIME/VALUE dial.
Basic operation of the recorder Using markers A number of song markers are set up in the demo songs in advance. These markers can be used to jump to the corresponding positions within the song. fig.07-09D Basic Operation 1 2 1 Press MARKER [SEARCH ]. The current position will jump to the location of one of the markers that has been set. Each time [SEARCH ] is pressed, the current position will jump forward to the next nearest marker.
Basic operation of the recorder Changing V-Tracks Recorded variations that use V-Tracks are included in the demo songs. We will now change V-Tracks to listen to these variations. fig.07-09k What are V-Tracks? Each BR-1200CD track comprises sixteen different virtual tracks, one of which is selected for recording and/or playback. In other words, performances can be recorded onto a total of 192 tracks (i.e., 12 x 16), and any sixteen of these tracks can be played back at any one time.
Basic operation of the recorder 2 Move the cursor to the track whose V-Track is to be changed, and then use the TIME/VALUE dial to select a new V-Track. The symbol indicating the currently selected V-Track will move to this new V-Track. 3 Press [EXIT/NO] to return to the top screen. 4 Press [PLAY] to start playback. 5 If you wish to store the modified settings, save the current song (p. 70).
Basic operation of the recorder Turning tracks off temporarily (Track Mute) When recording a band or the like, it is often necessary to turn off just the vocalist’s track to listen to the combined sound of the instruments. In a situation like this, the BR-1200CD allows you to temporarily turn off the audio from specific tracks (Track Mute). fig.07-09h 2 1 Hold down [TRACK MUTE] and press the track button for the track(s) you want to mute.
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Preparing a song for recording (Song New) Preparing a song for recording (Song New) If you are going to record your own performance from scratch, you will first of all have to create a new song free of any recorded audio data. This operation is referred to as “Song New,” and it is carried out as follows. fig.07-15 5 1 Press [UTILITY]. 3 The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.07-16d 1 4 2,3 2,3 Move the cursor to the NEW icon and press [ENTER/YES].
Preparing a song for recording (Song New) 4 Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the song’s initial track type. For example, let’s select USE DRUMS + LOOP PHRASE for this song. Initial Track Types 12 AUDIO TRACKS USE DRUMS + LOOP USE DRUMS + BASS + LOOP Track types can be freely changed even after Song New has been completed. 5 Basic Operation USE BASS All tracks from 1 through 11/12 are set up as audio tracks.
Selecting an input source for recording (Input Select) Before you start recording an instrument, you will have to select the input source to which that instrument has been connected. Furthermore, when you select an input source, the appropriate insert effects for that input source will be automatically selected and applied to the input. fig.07-19 INPUT SELECT Buttons Recording guitar or bass guitar Recording guitar + Vocal Press INPUT SELECT [GUITAR/BASS].
Adjusting the input source volume (Input Sensitivity) fig.07-20 2 1 2 Play the instrument to be recorded. Check whether the PEAK indicator for that instrument’s input source lights up when the instrument is played hard. If it lights up frequently: The volume is too loud. Turn the INPUT SENS knob for the corresponding input source counterclockwise to reduce the volume to a level where the PEAK indicator lights up only occasionally when the instrument is played hard.
Recording with effects (Insert Effects) When an input source is chosen, a suitable insert effect for that input source will be selected automatically by the BR1200CD. For example, when GUITAR/BASS has been chosen, an effect will be selected from the guitar bank; when VOCAL has been chosen, an effect will be selected from the MIC bank; and so on. Each bank contains a number of different effects (Effect Patches) with various different settings that affect the sound. Let’s now select some of these patches.
Recording with effects (Insert Effects) When you Want to Record the Input Sounds As Is You may want to turn off an Insert Effect in order to record the input source as is. If this is the case, use the following procedure to turn off the effect (Effect Off). fig.07-22a Basic Operation 1,2,3 1 Press [EFFECTS]. The insert effects’ patch screen will appear. fig.07-23d 2 3 If you would like to re-apply the insert effect, press [EFFECT] once again. The insert effect has been turned on.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording It is often difficult to keep playing a part at a fixed tempo until you have become very familiar with it. If you play along with the BR-1200CD’s internal drums, however, this type of variation in tempo can be dramatically reduced. Thanks to the highly realistic sound of the BR-1200CD’s PCM drum samples, you’ll be able to enjoy the great feeling of playing along with actual drums.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Playing drum sounds fig.07-27 Basic Operation 3 1 3 2 4 PATTERN indicator is lit: Pattern mode In this mode, a rhythm pattern of one or several bars in length is played repeatedly. This type of playback can be used instead of a metronome, and it can also provide a useful guide track when you are working on ideas for new songs. Press the track button for Track 9/10 several times until it starts to flash.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Selecting drum patterns The BR-1200CD features preset drum patterns. Let’s choose one of these patterns to play with. fig.07-07a 3,5 3,4 6 1 2 6 Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. 1 4 2 Move the cursor to the drum pattern number. fig.07-30d Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Select screen will appear. fig.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Basic Operation At the time of purchase, the BR-1200CD contains drum patterns only in Preset patterns (P001–). User patterns (U001 –) and Song (S001–) are provided for you to freely create your own drum patterns, and these patterns are initially empty. If you select “U” or “S” at this time the BR-1200CD will not be able to play back a rhythm track. Even while the drum pattern is being played, you can repeat Step 5 above to select a new pattern.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Changing the drum pattern tempo Two simple methods are available for changing the tempo of the drum track. ● Set the new tempo using the TIME/VALUE dial ● Tap the new tempo using [TAP] Set the new tempo using the TIME/VALUE dial fig.07-07a 3 3 4 1 1 2 Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. 3 Move the cursor to “TEMPO” and select a suitable tempo using the TIME/VALUE dial.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Setting the tempo using [TAP] In addition to setting the tempo using [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial, you can also set it by tapping your finger on [TAP] at the desired tempo. (Tap Tempo) This feature proves extremely useful when you want to match the playback tempo to that of an audio CD but don’t know the actual BPM value. fig.07-07a Basic Operation 1 1 Tap your finger on [TAP] four times with approximately the same interval.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording Changing the drum sounds Drum patterns can be given a completely new feel by changing the sounds of the drums that they use. fig.07-30g 4 4 3 1 2 Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. 1 3 2 Press [F1] (SETUP). The Pattern Setup screen will appear. fig.07-32d Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Select screen will appear. fig.
Selecting drums to act as a guide for recording A short period of time (i.e., 1 or 2 seconds) is required for the switching of drum kits. Although you will not be able to hear the drum pattern during this period, this is normal and is not the result of a malfunction.
Adjusting the recording level fig.07-33 1 2 1 Play the instrument to be recorded. The level meters on the display change in response to the instrument’s volume. fig.07-33ad 2 Use the INPUT LEVEL knob to ensure that the peak display for any level meter does not rise above 0 dB when the instrument is played hard. Rather than changing the volume of effect inputs, the INPUT LEVEL knob adjusts the volume after effects have been applied.
Setting an audio input’s left-right position (Input Pan) When recording from a number of different microphones at the same time or in other similar situations, you can widen the overall sound by setting the left-right position (i.e., the pan) of each microphone before recording is started. fig.07-34a 2 Basic Operation 2 1 1 Press CHANNEL EDIT [PAN]. The pan setting screen will appear. fig.07-34d 2 Move the cursor to “IN,” and use the TIME/ VALUE dial to make a new pan setting.
Applying reverb for a warmer sound during recording (Reverb) Vocalists often find it easier to sing when a small amount of reverb is applied to their voice during recording. This does not apply to vocalists alone—in fact, you will find that the presence of reverb on other instruments can also lead to improved performances and better recordings, and this is particularly true in the case of instruments that play melodies. We will now apply reverb to our input sources to see how it sounds. fig.
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Recording In the previous sections, you have made all the necessary preparations for recording instruments as they are played along with a drum pattern. We will now record one of these instruments. fig.07-38 1,6 5 1 4,7 3 Press [ZERO]. 2 6 Press [ZERO]. 7 Press [PLAY]. The current position will jump to the beginning of the song. 2 Press the track button for the track to be recorded (Recording Track). [PLAY] will light up and the recorded performance will be played back.
Recording Input Select status and track button functions * The following section describes the selection of audio tracks using track buttons. When any of the TRACK TYPE indicators are lit up, Tracks 9/10 and 11/12 will each be selected for drum patterns, bass patterns, and loop phrases, respectively. It is important to remember that the operation of these tracks will differ from that of standard audio tracks.
Recording a new track while listening to an earlier recording (Overdubbing) The BR-1200CD is a multi-track recorder, and in contrast to standard tape recorders, MD recorders, etc., multi-track recorders allow you to record new tracks while you listen to tracks that have been previously recorded. This capability is referred to as “overdubbing.
Recording a new track while listening to an earlier recording (Overdubbing) 7 Move the recorded track’s fader to a position that gives a suitable playback volume, and then press [PLAY]. [PLAY] will light up and the track just recorded will play back together with those tracks recorded earlier. 8 9 Repeat Steps 1 to 7 as many times as necessary to make the required number of recordings. If you wish to store the recorded audio, save the current song (p. 70).
Saving your song (Song Save) In the BR-1200CD, recorded or edited audio data is only temporarily stored on the hard disk until the corresponding song is saved. If the power is turned off without saving the song, all newly recorded audio data, edited data, modified mixer settings, etc. will be lost. The Save function prevents this from occurring by storing the recorded and edited data on the BR-1200CD’s hard disk. fig.07-11 2 1 1 With the top screen displayed, hold down [STOP] and press [REC].
Saving your song (Song Save) Saving your song from the Utility screen In addition to the above method, songs can also be saved from the Utility screen. Note that both methods save songs in exactly the same way. fig.07-12 1 Basic Operation 2,3,4 2,3 1 Press [UTILITY]. 3 The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.07-13d Alternatively, you can press [F1] (STORE) if the STORE icon is currently displayed. The message “Save Current?” will appear.
Demo Song List Song Name Composer “Atomic Locust” Music by Marty Friedman/Takeomi Matsuura Copyright © 2004 Marty Friedman, Takeomi Matsuura “Hold Up the Light” Composers: Percy Bady, Benjamin Winans Words and Music: Percy Bady, Words: Benjamin Winans Copyright © 1988 Bad Bady Music, Inc., Dasnice Music, Benny’s Music, BMI Over My Head Music by Greg Peters and J.P. Charles Lyrics by J.P. Charles Copyright © 2004 JCP Music, ASCAP * No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT.
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Playing back repeatedly (Repeat Function) Use the Repeat function to play a certain section of the song in a repeated fashion. This function can also be combined with punch-in and punch-out to carry out loop recording (p. 75). fig.01-010 (A) (B) Position for playback 1. Move to the song position from which looped playback is to be started. 2. Press [REPEAT]. [REPEAT] will start to flash and the current position will be specified as the start position (A) for repeat playback. 3.
Re-recording only the portion that is mistaken (Punch In/Out) Performing manual punch in and punch out using [REC] The following section will describe using manual punch in and punch out to re-record a portion of Track 1, which was recorded earlier. 1. Press the TRACK [1]. This track button will start to flash orange and green. 2. Move the fader for Track 1 to the position shown below.
Re-recording only the portion that is mistaken (Punch In/Out) Performing manual punch in and punch out using a foot switch If you intend to use a foot switch (such as the optional Roland DP-2 or BOSS FS-5U) to activate punch in and punch out, it should be connected to the BR-1200CD at this time. Use the following procedure to set the appropriate action for the foot switch jack. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.
Re-recording only the portion that is mistaken (Punch In/Out) * Note that the punch in and punch out positions must be at least 0.5 seconds apart. Accordingly, the punch out position cannot be set up within 0.5 seconds of the punch in position. Once you have determined the segment you want to record, try actually recording using auto punch in/out. For this example, we will use auto punch in and punch out to re-record a portion of Track 1, which was recorded earlier. 1. Press the TRACK [1].
Re-recording only the portion that is mistaken (Punch In/Out) Repeating recording in a specific section (Loop Recording) When the BR-1200CD’s repeat function is used in combination with punch in and punch out, the recorded section will be played back automatically so you can hear what you have recorded. In addition, if you find that you are not happy with your recording, simply press [REC] without stopping playback to re-record once again.
Using V-Tracks “Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit)” (p. 99) 3. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to change the V-Track setting. The “ ” is displayed when the V-Track containing recorded audio data is selected. fig.11-03d Section 1 Although the BR-1200CD is a 16-track multi-track recorder, you can select any one of sixteen V-Tracks for each of these tracks. In this way, you can use the BR-1200CD as if it were actually a 256-track multi-track recorder.
Using V-Tracks Assigning names to V-Tracks (Track Name) Changing the Final Mastering Track Names can be assigned to any or all of the BR-1200CD’s 192 V-Tracks. Although a name corresponding to the Input Select (i.e., Track Name) used for a V-Track is assigned automatically when it is initially recorded to, you can easily edit this name later on. When in Mastering mode, the symbol [ ] will be automatically placed on the right of the V-Track from Track 11/12 that was most recently used for mastering.
Rectifying recording mistakes (Undo/Redo) In addition, if you then want to restore this recording, you can cancel the Undo and return the BR-1200CD to its condition at the end of recording. (Redo) Redo Use Redo to restore a recording that was canceled using Undo. When a Redo is possible, the “ ” appears beside the song name of the top screen. The procedure for Redo is as follows. Undo 1. Press [UNDO/REDO]. The message “Undo?” will appear.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) If you have constructed a song through repeated overdubbing, it is often the case that the recorded instruments will sound disjointed in terms of volume and position, giving the impression that they’re not actually part of the same performance. Nevertheless, if you combine each of these tracks into a stereo mix while readjusting the balance of volume and pan settings, you will be able to convey the image of a single, complete song.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) THR (Threshold): ATK (Attack): This parameter adjusts the time it takes for the compressor to start affecting the sound after the volume exceeds the THR. Smaller values reduce the time until the compressor starts working. Adjusting the sound of each track (Equalizer) Each of the tracks contains a built-in three-band equalizer (EQ), and these can be used to adjust the low, mid, and high bands of audio recorded on the corresponding track. 1.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) LOW: This parameter adjusts the sound of the low band. It can be used to change the degree of punch in bass guitars, kick drums, and other instruments at the rhythmic core of a song. Note that low-band EQ has little effect on brighter instruments such as strings or cymbals. The high, mid, low and parameters can also be adjusted directly using the VALUE1, VALUE2, and VALUE3 knobs, respectively.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) fig.07-50bd Applying chorus, delay or doubling 1. Press LOOP EFFECTS [CHORUS/DELAY]. fig.07-51d • In addition to the cursor, the track buttons can also be used to directly choose the track to which settings are to be changed.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) 6. While listening to the playback from the selected track, use the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust the send level until you like what you hear. When the send level is 0, no effect will be applied; when it is 100, the maximum amount of effect will be applied. 7. If necessary, repeat Steps 5 and 6.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) 6. Press [ZERO], then press [PLAY]. The audio data bounced to Track 11/12 will now be played back. This process of adjusting the tone and balance for each track, and of then recording these to a single stereo track is referred to as a Mix Down. • If you turn off the BR-1200CD without saving the current song, the track recorded by bouncing will be lost. It is important, therefore, that you save your songs regularly.
Mixing audio from various tracks onto a stereo track (Bounce) Several seconds may be necessary before you can proceed with the next operation. 8. To check the results of the bouncing, play the disc back as an audio CD (p. 224). 9. To enable playback of the bounced tracks on a conventional audio CD player, finalize the disc (p. 225). Finalizing the CD-R/RW disc allows the content to be heard using a regular CD player but prevents any further bouncing or writing of tracks to the disc.
Section 2 Editing Section 2 Editing 89
Placing markers in your song (Marker) The BR-1200CD’s Marker function allows you to place markers at the required points in a song. You can then jump quickly to any registered marker position by simply indicating its number. In addition, this function also proves extremely useful during the editing process. Up to 100 markers can be positioned within a song, and these are numbered 1 to 100 from the beginning of the song.
Placing markers in your song (Marker) Editing markers 2. Press [F2] (NAME). * If not creating a marker, “NAME” will not appear. Moving markers 1. Press [UTILITY]. 3. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to change the marker name. fig.12-09d The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d Section 2 4. To save the changed name, save the song (p. 70). 2. Move the cursor to the MARKER icon and press [ENTER/YES]. The Marker screen will appear. Assigning an audio-CD song division to a marker fig.
Placing markers in your song (Marker) Stopping automatically at a marker (Marker Stop) • Be sure to save your song before creating an audio CD. Settings will not be stored until your song is saved, and this can result in song divisions not being recognized correctly during the writing process. • A maximum of 99 songs can be written to a single audio CD.
Registering and recalling mixer settings (Scene) The BR-1200CD allows you to register up to 100 batches of mixer and effect settings per song. Each of these batches of settings is referred to as a Scene, and they can be quickly and easily recalled whenever needed. For example, if you wish to compare different mix balances during mixdown, it is convenience to register each of the different mixer setting as a scene. In addition, you can also assign scenes to markers (p.
Registering and recalling mixer settings (Scene) Recalling scenes automatically during recording or playback (Auto Scene) The BR-1200CD allows you to assign scenes to markers so that they can be recalled automatically when recording or playback reaches the corresponding marker positions. Referred to as Auto Scene, this function makes it possible for track faders, effects, etc. to be controlled automatically. Setting an Auto Scene 1.
Registering and recalling mixer settings (Scene) Clearing an Auto Scene 4. If you wish to store the modified settings, save the current song (p. 70). 1. Press MARKER [SEARCH ] or [SEARCH ] to move to the marker with the scene assignment you wish to clear. This marker will be shown in the display’s Marker box. Take care not to forget if “Auto Scene” is set to “OFF” when saving a song, or Auto Scene will not function afterwards.
Registering and recalling mixer settings (Scene) • When playback reaches a location where a marker has been set, the scene assigned to the marker is called up automatically, and the settings change to those recorded in the scene, including the track EQ and effects patch parameters. • Be sure to note that application of the effects in the performance may be delayed from several hundred milliseconds to one second from the point at which the marker is set.
Finding the start or end of a section of audio (Scrub/Preview) The Scrub function: When you are editing a song, you will often need to know exactly where a section of audio starts or exactly where to set up the punch in position for the automatic start of recording. the BR-1200CD provides a convenient Scrub function that you can use to locate these positions. You cannot use the Scrub function with Track 8 and Track 9/10 when the track type is set to anything other than “AUDIO.” 1.
Finding the start or end of a section of audio (Scrub/Preview) Changing the scrubbing direction The BR-1200CD allows you to perform scrubbing either to or from the current position. Use the following procedure to change this scrubbing direction. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-50d Using Scrub and Preview to find the end of a section of audio Enabling Preview You must first of all set up the BR-1200CD to use the Preview function. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) The BR-1200CD allows you to edit the makeup of your song using a host of functions such as the copying or moving of sections of audio within a track or to different tracks. Example 1: Copying to the same track twice fig.15-01 A Precautions when editing tracks END A" TO Time Example 2: Copying to a different track twice fig.15-02 B B' Section 2 • Remember to always save your song if you want to store the track edits that you have made.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) COPY INS (insert) Copying will not be performed for any line containing one or more question marks. As Tracks 9/10 and 11/12 are stereo tracks, it will not be possible to select either of their mono tracks independent of the other. fig.15-07d 6. Press [F3] (LOC). The Time Setting screen will appear. The Track Copy screen will appear, allowing you to select the tracks and V-Tracks to be used as the copy source and destination.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) 9. Press [EXIT/NO] several times to return to the top screen. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d Moving audio data (Track Move) Example 1: Moving data within a specific track fig.15-22 2. Move the cursor to the TRACK icon and press [ENTER/ YES]. Alternatively, you can press [F3] (TRACK) if the TRACK icon is currently displayed. The Track Menu screen will appear. fig.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) If you are using MOVE + INS, it will not be possible to specify the same track as the source and destination. 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the move range and destination positions. fig.15-32d 4. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to choose the tracks and V-Tracks to be used as the source and destination. fig.15-30d Pressing [F1] (DISP) at this time will allow you to select how positions will be specified (i.e.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) Exchanging audio data (Track Exchange) The Track Exchange function allows you to exchange the all recorded data between two different tracks. 4. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to choose the tracks and V-Tracks between which you want to exchange audio data. If a name has been assigned to the selected track, it will be displayed at this time. fig.15-37d Example: Exchanging all data between Tracks 1 and 2 fig.15-33 Track 1 A Track 2 B C E D E 5.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) Inserting a blank space between audio data (Track Insert) The Track Insert function allows you to insert a blank space at a specific location. If you want to add a new phrase to the middle of a section of audio data, use this function to add a blank space of the same length as the new phrase, and then record the phrase into this space. fig.15-39 fig.15-43d 5.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) If a time value is used to specify the Start point and you then switch the specification method to measures or markers, a plus (+) character may be displayed to warn that the indicated position is not the same as the actual position. If you are specifying these items as measure locations, you can eliminate this discrepancy by using the TIME/VALUE dial in measures screen to specify the location.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) 2. Move the cursor to the TRACK icon and press [ENTER/ YES]. Alternatively, you can press [F3] (TRACK) if the TRACK icon is currently displayed. 7. Use [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “PERCENT” then set the normalization volume with the TIME/VALUE dial. fig.15-74d The Track Menu screen will appear. fig.15-05dI PERCENT: 3. Move the cursor to the NORMALIZE icon and press [ENTER/YES].
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) Deleting audio data and closing the resulting gap (Track Cut) The Track Cut function allows you to delete audio data from a specified range, and when audio data is deleted in this way, the section of audio data positioned behind it is moved forwards to fill the resulting gap. fig.15-46 A fig.15-50d 5. If you want to delete audio data from other tracks using the same settings (for range, etc.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) fig.15-05d • If time values are used to specify the above points and you then switch the specification method to measures or markers, a plus (+) character may be displayed to warn that the indicated positions and the actual positions are not the same. If you want to specify points using measures or markers, this discrepancy can be eliminated by using the TIME/VALUE dial to make settings in each of the relevant screens.
Editing a recorded performance (Track Edit) • As Tracks 9/10 and 11/12 are stereo tracks, it will not be possible to select either of their mono tracks independent of the other. 6. Press [F3] (LOC). The screen for setting the segment to delete appears. fig.02-0831d Section 2 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the erase range. Pressing [F1] (DISP) at this time will allow you to select how the positions will be specified (i.e., by measure, time, or marker).
Organizing your songs Displaying song details (Song Information) No.: Use Song Information to display the following information for the currently selected song. Shows the song’s name. ● Song number ● Song name ● Song protection (on or off) Shows the song’s number. Name: If song protection is turned on, “PROTECTED” will be displayed here. If the song is recorded or edited, “EDITED” will be displayed here.
Organizing your songs fig.16-08d Erasing songs (Song Erase) Use this function to erase songs from your hard disk. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. 4. Move the cursor to the song to be copied and press [F3] (GO). fig.12-12d The message “Sure?” will appear. fig.16-09d 5. Press [ENTER/YES]. Copying of the selected song will now begin. The lowest unused song number will be assigned to the song newly created in the copy process.
Organizing your songs fig.16-03d The message “Save Current?” may appear if you have recorded new audio data, performed editing, modified mixer settings, or changed the effects’ song patch (p. 118, p. 132, p. 143, p. 146) in the current song. If you want to save the current mixer settings, song patch, etc., before erasing a different song, press [ENTER/YES]; if this will not be necessary, press [EXIT/NO].
Organizing your songs Protecting a song (Song Protect) Even if you have saved an important song to the BR-1200CD’s hard disk, there is always a possibility that you can accidentally overwrite audio data and loose irreplaceable recordings. However, you can use the Song Protect function to ensure that valuable audio data is protected from being overwritten. Protecting a song (Song Protect) 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d The current song will be protected.
Organizing your songs Naming a song (Song Name) Saving your song (Song Save) When you create a new song, the BR-1200CD will automatically name it “SONG 001” or something similar. If all songs are named in this way, however, it will be difficult to tell them apart. It is recommended that you name your songs appropriately so that they can be conveniently managed later on. Note, however, that the BR-1200CD stores the following when songs are saved. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear.
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Makeup of BR-1200CD effects The BR-1200CD contains the following types of effects. ● Insert effects (p. 118) Insert effects are applied to input audio and are capable of changing the sound in a wide range of different ways. By changing the way an insert effect is connected, you can have it be applied not only to the input audio, but also to a track’s playback or to the Master output. Furthermore, a host of different insert effects can be chosen to match the instrument or input in question.
Makeup of BR-1200CD effects Doubling: This effect sets up a tiny time deviation (or delay) between the left and right sides of a signal to give the sound a stereo feel. You cannot use the loop effects while the Mastering Tool Kit is being used. ● Vocal Tool Box (p. 131) The Vocal Tool Box is used with the playback from tracks on which solo vocal performances have been recorded, and it allows you to correct variations in pitch and to add a backing chorus.
Using insert effects This section will provide a description of the methods for changing and saving the various parameters for insert effects. The relationship between INPUT SELECT buttons and the selected bank is as follows: Rather than being restricted to usage only during recording, the BR-1200CD’s insert effects can also be used with a specific track during playback or with the mix created from various tracks.
Using insert effects Modifying insert effect settings 5. Press [F3] (=>PRM.). To create a new effect, find the preset patch that is closest to what you are looking for, and then change the settings to get the sound just right. When you are saving a preset patch with modified settings, you should save it as a user patch or a song patch. fig.31-03d 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The Effects Patch screen will appear. fig.31-01d Patch Number Bank 6.
Using insert effects Changing the sound of insert effects using the VALUE knobs When you move the cursor to the right of the insert effects patch selection screen, a screen allowing you to edit parameters with the VALUE knobs appears. 5. Make changes in the parameters in the same manner with the VALUE 1–VALUE 3 knobs. 6. To save the modified sound, carry out the procedure described below in “Saving insert effect settings” (p. 122). fig.
Using insert effects Changing effect block connections fig.31-54d When you have selected the COSM OD GUITAR AMP or COSM OD BASS AMP effects algorithm, you will be able to freely modify the way in which the algorithm's internal effect blocks are connected. As a result, you will be able to try out a wide range of different effect sequences in the same way as if you were using compact pedal effects and audio cables. 6. If you want to reposition any of the other effect blocks, repeat Steps 3 through 5.
Using insert effects Saving insert effect settings Modified effect settings are saved by writing them together with a new patch name. 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Effects Edit screen. fig.31-05d This field should be left unchanged at “*TMP(CURRENT)” If a different message is displayed, however, move the cursor to this field and turn the TIME/VALUE dial counterclockwise to restore “*TMP(CURRENT).” TO: 2.
Using insert effects Copying insert effect settings The BR-1200CD’s function for copying patches proves extremely useful when you want to create a number of effect patches with slightly different settings. 1. Press [F3] (WRITE•COPY) on the Effects Edit screen. The Effects Patch Write/Copy screen will appear. fig.
Using insert effects Using an expression pedal When you connect an expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H) to the rear panel’s EXP PEDAL jack, you will be able control certain effect parameters using your feet. fig.53-00 Expression pedal (Roland EV-5 etc.) • It is important that you use the specified type of expression pedal (such as the separately available Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-500L/FV-500H). Connection of any other product can cause the BR-1200CD to malfunction.
Using loop effects Effects that are connected between the effect-send and effectreturn points of input channels and tracks are referred to as loop effects. This type of effect is generally used to change the spatial nature of a song using reverberation, stereo processing, and the like. You can specify how much of an input or track to send to a loop effect by setting the corresponding send level, and naturally, this will change the degree to which the effect is applied to that input or track.
Using loop effects LEVEL 0–100 (Default: 50) Adjusts the overall volume of the effect sound. If you set this to 0, the chorus will have no effect. ■ When DELAY is selected TIME 10–1000 ms (Default: 500 ms) This parameter adjusts the delay time (i.e., the interval over which sound is delayed). FEEDBACK 0–100 (Default: 0) This parameter adjusts the amount of feedback. Changing the amount of feedback also causes the number of individual repetitions of the delayed sound to change.
Using loop effects PLATE: Simulates the reverberation of reverb devices using large metal plates that have been constant favorites in professional studios. TIME 0.1 s – 10.0 s (Default:2.0 s) This parameter adjusts the duration (time) of the reverb. PRE-DELAY 1.0 ms –100.0 ms (Default: 15.0 ms) This parameter adjusts the delay between the direct sound and the start of the reverb. TONE -12–+12 (Default: 0) This parameter adjusts the overall tone of the reverb sound.
Using track-specific compressors (Track Compressor) A compressor is used to smooth out volume fluctuations in the track’s playback, thus making it easier to hear at all times. You cannot use the insert effects, Vocal Tool Box, speaker modeling, or Mastering Tool Kit while the track compressor is being used. For details regarding basic track compressor operations, refer to “Suppressing variations in volume (Compressor)” (p. 82).
Using track-specific compressors (Track Compressor) Switching track compressors between stereo and mono (Stereo Link) If you intend to apply a compressor to a stereo-recorded track, you will need to align the left and right compressor settings in order to prevent differences in volume occurring on the left and right (Stereo Link). Use the following procedure to turn Stereo Link on and off. 1. Press [COMP]. The Compressor screen will appear. fig.32-05d Section 3 2.
Using track-specific equalizers (Track EQ) Setting the Track EQ 5. Press [EXIT/NO] several times to return to the top screen. 6. If you wish to store the modified settings, save the current song (p. 70). For details regarding basic equalizer operations, refer to “Adjusting the sound of each track (Equalizer)” (p. 83). Only one set of equalizer settings can be saved per song. The following section will deal with the finer points of equalizer setting methods. 1. Press [EQ].
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) The Vocal Tool Box The term Vocal Tool Box is used to describe a group of effects that are used on recorded vocal tracks to fix incorrect pitches and to automatically apply a backing chorus. When compared with guitars, pianos, and other musical instruments, the human voice generally produces a relatively unstable tone.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Vocal Tool Box patches In the case of both pitch correction and harmony sequence, you can set up the way in which the effect is to be applied and can then save these settings. A group of such settings is referred to as a Patch. At the time of purchase, a total of 10 pitch correction and harmony sequence patches (i.e., preset patches) will be stored in the BR-1200CD.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) 9. Press a track button to select the track for recording the corrected vocal part. The track button will turn red and start flashing to indicate selection as the recording track. Although the tracks will be selected as the stereo tracks when track buttons are first pressed, if one of the flashing buttons for Tracks 1 through 8 is pressed while flashing, the corresponding track will be selected as a mono track. 10.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Smooth 0–100 This setting determines how quickly pitch correction will react to changes of pitch in the original vocal part. Large values result in a longer time before correction is applied; consequently, changes in pitch will be more gradual. Small values produce rapid changes in pitch. Corrections that are made too rapidly seem robotic.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) AUTO: SMOOTH After the specified point in the song, all pitches are corrected in semitone increments. The value set here is added to the value of the “Smooth” patch parameter (p. 134). 4. Press [F1] (NEW). A new correction event is inserted. fig.03-0371d 5. Move the cursor to “TIME” and specify the time at which you want the correction to start with the TIME/ VALUE dial. fig.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Applying a backing chorus to vocals (Harmony Sequence) Lets now use the BR-1200CD’s harmony sequence feature to apply a backing chorus to a solo vocal performance. A threepart backing chorus will be created based on the chord sequence specified for your rhythm arrangement. Backing chorus parts are created by modifying the pitch of the original solo vocal track.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Inserting rests in a backing chorus Whenever you use Harmony Sequence, a continuous backing chorus is played from the beginning to the end of the song. In certain cases, however, you will probably need the backing chorus to stop at certain points within your song. To do this, specify “non-chord” for corresponding chords input in the chord input screen (p. 200). 3. Press [F3] (=>PRM.). The Parameter screen will appear.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) HI.MALE (High Male) Select this setting for a high-pitched, male voice. LO.FEML (Low Female) Select this setting for a low-pitched, female voice. In the procedures described thus far, what has been explained is how to add the backing chorus automatically to all of the vocals in the song, from start to finish. HI.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) The sequence of harmony events with the information they contain is called a “harmony event map.” 7. Specify the settings for “VOICE2” and “VOICE3” in the same manner. Initially, only one harmony event, “AUTO,” is input at the beginning of the harmony event map. 8. Press [F1] (NEW). AUTO: After the specified point in the song, the backing chorus is automatically added in accordance with the rhythm arrangement’s chord map.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Saving Vocal Tool Box settings (Patch Write) 5. Move the cursor to the destination patch number and select a destination patch using the TIME/VALUE dial. fig.35-13d Modified Vocal Tool Box settings are saved by writing them together under a new patch name. 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Pitch Correction or Harmony Sequence screen. The patch name setting screen will appear. fig.
Fixing the pitch of vocals/Adding a backing chorus to vocals (Vocal Tool Box) Copying Vocal Tool Box settings (Patch Copy) The BR-1200CD’s function for copying patches proves extremely useful when you want to create a number of effect patches with slightly different settings. 1. Press [F3] (WRITE•COPY) on the Pitch Correction or Harmony Sequence screen. The Vocal Tool Box Write/Copy screen will appear. fig.35-14d Section 3 2.
Recreating the characteristics of different monitor speakers (Speaker Modeling) In order to allow you to recreate the characteristics of various different types of monitor speakers, the BR-1200CD provides a function known as Speaker Modeling. Using this function, you can hear how your songs will sound on different monitoring systems; furthermore, by comparing these different sounds as you search for the best balance, you can achieve mix-downs of a much higher quality.
Recreating the characteristics of different monitor speakers (Speaker Modeling) Speaker Modeling patches Modifying Speaker Modeling settings At the time of purchase, the BR-1200CD’s Speaker Modeling already contains 44 preset patches that cannot be overwritten (P001 through P044), 44 user patches that can be used in any song (U001 through U044), and 44 song patches that are stored together with a specific song (S001 through S044). User patches and song patches can be overwritten.
Recreating the characteristics of different monitor speakers (Speaker Modeling) 6. Press [EXIT/NO] to return to the Speaker Modeling patch screen. Saving Speaker Modeling settings fig.37-08d Modified Speaker Modeling settings are saved by writing them together under a new patch name. 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Speaker Modeling edit screen. fig.37-09d In order to indicate that the Speaker Modeling settings have been temporarily changed, the patch number will be displayed as “*TMP.
Recreating the characteristics of different monitor speakers (Speaker Modeling) Copying Speaker Modeling settings The BR-1200CD’s function for copying patches proves extremely useful when you want to create a number of effect patches with slightly different settings. 1. Press [F1] (WRITE•COPY) on the Speaker Modeling edit screen. It is important to remember that the destination patch will be fully overwritten by the patch specified by copy-source patch number.
Mastering When creating a CD, it is crucial that the overall volume of the song be reduced in order to allow its loudest parts to be recorded without any degradation of sound quality. However, this reduction in volume can often result in CDs that lack power and punch.
Mastering Adjusting the Mastering Tool Kit Effects and Volume Although you can do your mastering just by selecting patches, you can adjust effects with more detail using the VALUE 1–3 knobs. Moreover, adjustment of the volume in mastering is important in ensuring that music CDs are burned with the proper volume levels. 1. Press [PLAY], and while playing back Track 11/12, adjust the Track 11/12 fader until the level meter generally fluctuates just under the full level.
Mastering Mastering 1. Move the current position back to the beginning of the song. 2. Press [EXIT/NO] to return to the Mastering Mode top screen. If you turn off the BR-1200CD without saving the current song, the mastered track will be lost. fig.03-891d 3. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to choose the V-Tracks to be used as the source and destination of mastering. fig.07-56fd The V-Track for Track 11/12 that was most recently used for mastering is set as the final mastering track.
Mastering Modifying Mastering Tool Kit settings (Edit) The Mastering Tool Kit comprises the following effect blocks. fig.36-01 High-band GAIN Track 11/12 Playback sound EXPANDER COMPRESSOR EXPANDER COMPRESSOR EXPANDER COMPRESSOR Middle band INPUT EQ BASS CUT FILTER BASS CUT ENHANCER FILTER DIVIDER GAIN MIXER LIMITER CLIP/ DITHER MIX L/R Low-band GAIN • The low-band, which contains the sounds of the kick drum, bass guitar, and other instruments that provide the basic song rhythm.
Mastering 5. Press [F3] (BLOCK<=) to return to the Mastering Tool Kit edit screen. Saving Mastering Tool Kit settings 6. Press [EXIT/NO] to return to the Mastering tool Kit Patch screen. Modified effect settings are saved by writing them together under a new patch name. fig.36-03d 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Mastering Tool Kit edit screen. fig.36-04d In order to indicate that the Mastering Tool Kit settings have been temporarily changed, the patch number will be displayed as “TMP.
Mastering Copying Mastering Tool Kit settings Using Auto Fade In/Out The BR-1200CD’s function for copying patches proves extremely useful when you want to create a number of effect patches with slightly different settings. The term Fade-In is used to describe the way in which the volume is gradually raised from silence to the standard level at the beginning of a song. The opposite effect, where the volume is gradually reduced to silence at the end of a song, is referred to as a Fade-Out.
Mastering When the current position is in front of the START point, you will not be able to hear the BR-1200CD’s playback as the volume will be set to zero. The volume will start to increase little by little when the current position reaches the START point. LENGTH: The parameter sets the time (in seconds) from the start of fade-in until the standard volume is reached. CURVE: This parameter sets the shape of the volume increase curve during fade-in.
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Makeup of Drum/Bass/Loop Phrase The BR-1200CD's programmable rhythm section comprises tracks for Drum Patterns, Bass Patterns, and Loop Phrases. When used, you will be able to have your favorite rhythms automatically played over and over to provide a convenient guide for recording and practicing.
Makeup of Drum/Bass/Loop Phrase Loop Phrases One method often used when putting songs together involves the creation first of all of a section of basic audio data of one or two measures in length, and the basic song structure is then formed by repeating this section the required number of times. The term Loop Phrase is used to describe one of these sections of basic audio data.
Rhythm arrangements The drum, bass, and Loop Phrase elements described above can only repeat a single basic pattern; nevertheless, they can be extremely useful when practicing or putting together ideas for songs. Once you have decided on the structure of your song, however, simple repeating patterns will begin to sound uninteresting, and you will probably want to use different patterns for sections such as the intro, verse, chorus, fill, and ending.
Using drums Setting the track type Playing drum sounds To use drums, you must first of all set up Track 9/10 as a Drum & Loop Phrase track using its track type setting. Simply changing the track type may not be sufficient to allow drums to be played. Use the following procedure in such cases. fig.20-002 2 2 1. Press the track button for Track 9/10 several times until it lights up. 3 1 Pressing the button repeatedly allows you to cycle through the available choices, which are: Flashing → On → Off.
Using drums Selecting drum patterns Changing the drum pattern tempo 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Selection screen will appear. The Pattern Selection screen will appear. fig.20-005d fig.20-005d 3.
Using drums Selecting a drum kit About the Drum Pattern Beat Although every drum, bass, and Loop Phrase pattern has its own beat setting, there is also a universal beat setting that can be applied to all drum and bass patterns and Loop Phrases as a whole. When drum, bass, and Loop Phrase patterns are played simultaneously in Pattern mode, they are not played according to any of their individual beat settings, but instead conform to one beat setting that is applied to them all.
Creating drum patterns If you cannot find a drum pattern that suits your song among the BR-1200CD’s preset drum patterns, you can easily create an original pattern as described below. Either one of the following two methods can be used to do this. ● Real-time recording Real-time recording allows you to tap the track buttons in time with a metronome and to record the performance data produced. The drum pattern will be repeated over and over, with new performance data being constantly mixed into it.
Creating drum patterns Creating drum patterns using real-time recording 6. Use the track buttons to play the desired drum pattern and use the track faders to set the velocity (dynamics) of the sounds. The relationship between track buttons and drum sounds is as follows. When a MIDI keyboard is connected to the MIDI IN port, you will be able to use this keyboard to perform real-time recording. Note that there is no need to set a MIDI channel for the MIDI keyboard in such a case (p. 254). 1.
Creating drum patterns 11. Move the cursor to “To:” Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the drum pattern to which the data is to be saved. fig.20-013ad Only user drum patterns and song drum patterns may be selected for saving drum pattern data. You will not be able to select a preset drum pattern at this time.
Creating drum patterns Creating drum patterns using step recording [F2] (>>RES<<) 1. After carrying out the steps described in “Preparing for recording,” press [F2] (REC). [F3] (<>) The Pattern Recording screen will appear. fig.04-0140d Each time this button is pressed, magnification of the step recording grid is decreased. Each time this button is pressed, magnification of the step recording grid is increased.
Creating drum patterns When working with long patterns or high resolutions, it is likely that all of the step recording data will not fit into a single screen. In such a case, you can press one of the CURSOR [ the right. ] or [ ] to scroll the display to the left or In addition, if you want to program a drum not currently shown on the left of the screen, move the cursor up or down accordingly. This action will cause the steprecording grid to scroll up or down, displaying other drum sounds.
Creating drum patterns 15. Press [F3] (GO). The drum pattern will be saved. When the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that saving has been completed. If you select a different drum pattern or load a new song without saving the current pattern, all of the newly recorded data will be lost. This data will also be lost if you turn off the BR-1200CD before saving.
Creating drum patterns fig.20-026dd 2) Set a new value using the TIME/VALUE dial. The performance data will be updated with this new gate time setting. In general, the gate time specifies the amount of time a sound continues to play. However, drum tones on the BR-1200CD continue to play for a fixed length of time, regardless of the gate time setting, making adjustment of the gate time unnecessary.
Creating drum patterns Changing the drum pattern’s groove (Swing) The Swing function allows you to produce a swing-type groove in your drum patterns by delaying the timing at which notes with weaker beats are played. 1. Move the cursor to “SWING POS” on the Drum Pattern Edit screen. 4. Press [PLAY] to check whether the degree of swing is correct for your song. Playback of the drum pattern will start. Press [STOP] to end playback. 5.
Creating drum patterns Changing a drum pattern’s name 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Drum Pattern Edit screen. If you select a different drum pattern or load a new song without saving the current pattern, the new name will be lost. This name will also be lost if you turn off the BR-1200CD before saving. The Drum Pattern name screen will appear. fig.20-032ad Copying drum patterns 2. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to change the name character by character. fig.20-32bd 1.
Creating drum patterns The drum pattern selected as the copy destination will be overwritten in this process. As it will not be possible to restore the corresponding data, care should be taken to ensure that important patterns are not accidentally overwritten in this way. Loading drum patterns from the CD-R/RW drive (SMF Import) The BR-1200CD allows you to read Standard MIDI Files (or SMFs) from CD-R/RW discs into user drum patterns and song drum patterns.
Creating drum patterns fig.20-041d 5. Press [F1] (IMPORT). The SMF Import screen will appear, displaying a list of the SMFs contained on the CD-R/RW. fig.04-0600d In the case of SMFs supporting the GM, GS, or XG standards, drum-type performance data is generally assigned to MIDI channel 10. By setting the MIDI channel to 10 in such a case, you can ensure that only the drum data will be extracted from the SMF.
Using bass Setting the track type Playing bass To use bass, you must first of all set up Track 8 as a Bass track using its track type setting. Simply changing the track type may not be sufficient to allow bass to be played. Use the following procedure in such a case. fig.20-044 2 2 1. Press the track button for Track 8 several times until it lights up. 3 1 Pressing the button repeatedly allows you to cycle through the available choices, which are: Flashing → On → Off.
Using bass Selecting bass sounds Selecting bass patterns Now that we can hear the bass, let’s select a bass sound to work with. 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Selection screen will appear. fig.20-005d The Pattern Selection screen will appear.
Using bass Specifying bass pattern chords You can specify bass pattern chords as described below to hear how the bass pattern will sound playing different chords. All preset bass patterns have been created based on the chord C. When you specify a chord, however, the individual notes that make up the bass pattern will be automatically adjusted so that the specified chord will now be played. Note that simply specifying a chord does not result in the bass pattern being permanently changed.
Creating bass patterns When you cannot find a suitable bass pattern for your song among the BR-1200CD’s preset bass patterns, you can easily create an original pattern as described below. Either one of the following two methods can be used to do this. ● Real-time recording Real-time recording allows you to tap the track buttons in time with a metronome and to record the performance data produced. The bass pattern will be repeated over and over, with new performance data being constantly mixed into it.
Creating bass patterns Creating bass patterns using real-time recording When a MIDI keyboard is connected to the MIDI IN port, you will be able to use this keyboard to perform real-time recording. Note that there is no need to set a MIDI channel for the MIDI keyboard in such a case (p. 254). 1. After carrying out the steps described in “Preparing for recording,” press [F2] (REC). The Pattern Recording Selection screen will appear.
Creating bass patterns 9. Press [EXIT/NO]. The Bass Pattern Edit screen will appear once again. 10. Press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL). The Write screen for bass patterns will appear. fig.20-054d Practicing before recording (Rehearsal) Whenever rehearsal is turned on, you will be able to play bass sounds without recording them, even if real-time recording is in progress. This feature comes in very handy when you want to practice playing a bass pattern. 1. Press [F2] (REHEARSAL) in real-time recording mode.
Creating bass patterns QTZ: ( ) ( ( ) ) ( ( ) ) OFF Moves bass notes to the nearest quarter-note triplet. Moves bass notes to the nearest eighth-note triplet. Moves bass notes to the nearest sixteenth note. ) ( Creating bass patterns using step recording Moves bass notes to the nearest eighth note. ) ( ( Moves bass notes to the nearest quarter note. Moves bass notes to the nearest sixteenth-note triplet. Moves bass notes to the nearest thirty-second note.
Creating bass patterns ( ) OFF Allows input in thirty-second-note triplet units. Allows input at the finest resolution—i.e., 96 clock units per quarter note. 4. Move the cursor to “GATE” and select the duration of the note to be input (i.e., the gate time) as a percentage using the TIME/VALUE dial. GATE (gate time): 10% to 95% When the value is lowered, the more staccato the performance will become. With certain sounds, this can make the bass seem as if it is being played with the strings muted.
Creating bass patterns Correcting bass patterns (Microscope) To change a bass note’s gate time: 1) Move the cursor to “GATE” field. fig.20-069b Microscope is used to made detailed corrections to bass patterns. In specific terms, this function displays a bass pattern’s performance data in list format so that any of the corresponding parameters can be corrected as required. 1. After carrying out the steps described in “Preparing for recording,” press [F2] (REC).
Creating bass patterns 7. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the bass pattern to which the data is to be saved. Only user bass patterns and song bass patterns may be selected for saving bass pattern data. You will not be able to select a preset bass pattern at this time. 8. Press [F3] (GO). The bass pattern will be saved. When the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that saving has been completed.
Creating bass patterns 5. If you want to store the swing setting you have just made, press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL). The Write screen for bass patterns will appear. Changing a bass pattern’s name 1. Press [F1] (NAME) on the Bass Pattern Edit screen. fig.20-054d fig.20-1000d 6. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the bass pattern to which the data is to be saved. 2. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to change the name character by character. At this time, the FUNCTION buttons operate as follows.
Creating bass patterns Copying bass patterns Deleting bass patterns 1. Press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL) on the Bass Pattern Edit screen. 1. Press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL) on the Bass Pattern Edit screen. The Write bass patterns will appear. The Write bass patterns will appear. fig.20-054d fig.20-054d 2. Press [F1] (=>COPY). 2. Press [F2] (=>DELETE). The Copy screen for bass patterns will appear. fig.20-254dfig.20-054d 3.
Creating bass patterns Loading bass patterns from the CD-R/RW drive (SMF Import) 5. Press [F1] (IMPORT). The SMF Import screen will appear, displaying a list of the SMFs contained on the CD-R/RW. fig.04-1040d The BR-1200CD allows you to read Standard MIDI Files (or SMFs) from CD-R/RW discs into user bass patterns and song bass patterns. Precautions for SMF import ● ● CR-R/RW discs of ISO9660 Level 2, Mode 1 format are supported for import.
Creating bass patterns 9. Move the cursor to “Pattern” and use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the bass pattern to which the data is to be imported. fig.04-1080c It will not be possible to select preset bass patterns as destinations for SMF import. 10. Press [F3] (GO). Importing of the selected SMF will begin. When the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that the import has been completed. Rev0.
Using Loop Phrases One method often used when putting songs together involves the creation first of all of a section of basic audio data of one or two measures in length—i.e., a Loop Phrase— and the basic song structure is then formed by repeating this section the required number of times. The BR-1200CD supports this type of song creation method and allows you to freely arrange and play Loop Phrases within rhythm arrangements. Setting the track type The Track Type Select screen closes. The DRUMS/LOOP PH.
Using Loop Phrases Selecting a Loop Phrase A number of different Loop Phrases will have already been stored on the BR-1200CD at the time of purchase. Let’s now select one of these phrases to work with. 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) • At the time of purchase, the BR-1200CD will contain various user Loop Phrases for immediate use. For more detailed information regarding these user Loop Phrases, refer to “User Loop Phrase List” (p.
Using Loop Phrases Changing the Loop Phrase tempo 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Selection screen will appear. Setting the tempo using [TAP] In addition to setting the tempo using [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial, you can also set it by tapping your finger on [TAP] at the desired tempo.
Creating Loop Phrases Although the BR-1200CD already contains a number of Loop Phrases at the time of purchase, you can also create your own original Loop Phrases using portions of recorded audio tracks or by importing audio data from commercially available sampling CDs and the like. Precautions for Loop Phrase creation ● A single Loop Phrase can be anywhere between 0.5 and 30 minutes in length. Loop Phrase lengths outside this range are not supported.
Creating Loop Phrases 5. Press [F3] (LOC). The Import Position Setting screen appears. fig.04-1190d • If the Loop Phrase selected for creation already contains data, this will be overwritten by the audio data from the source track. As it will not be possible to restore this data, care should be taken to ensure that important Loop Phrases are not accidentally overwritten in this way. 6.
Creating Loop Phrases Using wave data on a CD-ROM/R/ RW disc (Loop Phrase Import) If the audio data you want to use for a Loop Phrase is contained as an AIFF or WAV file on a CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW disc, this data can be easily imported into a selected phrase. Using this function, you will be able to import audio data from commercially available sampling CDs and from CD-R or CD-RW discs that you have created using a PC. 1.
Creating Loop Phrases 8. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Loop Phrase to which the data is to be imported. fig.20-096d Reading all files at once 1. Carry out Step 1 through Step 4 above. 2. Press [F3] (ALL). All files will be selected. However, if there is a total of more than fifty files present, only fifty files will be selected. 9. Press [F3] (GO). fig.20-097d The BR-1200CD will begin importing the selected file and creating the Loop Phrase.
Creating Loop Phrases Specifying and modifying the source loop phrase (Time Modify) You are able to change the playback tempo of an existing loop phrase and create a new loop phrase from that data. 1. Press CD-R/RW [LOOP PHRASE IMPORT]. The Loop Phrase Menu screen will appear. fig.20-090d Example 1) The bank only contains loop phrases with a BPM setting of 100. 100 x 0.75 = 75 100 x 1.5 = 150 → The allowed settings fall in the range from 75 and above and 150 and under (i.e., from 75 to 150).
Creating Loop Phrases Modifying Loop Phrase settings When a loop phrase is created, the number of measures is set automatically according to the length of the Loop Phrase such that the BPM for these measures are as close to 120.0 as possible. In addition, the start and end positions for playback of the Loop Phrase are set to the start and end of the audio data. The following procedure can be used to modify any of these settings. 1. Press CD-R/RW [LOOP PHRASE IMPORT].
Creating Loop Phrases 10. Press [ENTER/YES]. The modified settings will be saved, and when the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that this operation has been completed. If you load a new song or turn off the BR-1200CD without saving in this way, all modified settings will be lost. Assigning Loop Phrases to track buttons To stop playback of the Loop Phrase, press the same track button once again. You can also play back the Loop Phrase by pressing [F1] (PREVIEW).
Creating Loop Phrases 5. If you copied to a Loop Phrase in the song bank, you should now save the current song (p. 70). Erasing Loop Phrases 1. Press CD-R/RW [LOOP PHRASE IMPORT]. Copying all Loop Phrases in a bank The Loop Phrase Menu screen will appear. fig.20-090d 1. When you select the Loop Phrase numbers as the copy source, turn the TIME/VALUE dial clockwise to select “ALL.” 2. Select the bank to which the Loop Phrases are to be copied. 3. Press [F3] (GO).
Setting the Universal Beat for Drums, Bass, and Loop Phrases Although every drum, bass, and Loop Phrase pattern has its own beat setting, there is also a universal beat setting that can be applied to all drum and bass patterns and Loop Phrases as a whole. When drum, bass, and loop phrase patterns are played simultaneously in Pattern mode, they are not played according to any of their individual beat settings, but instead conform to one beat setting that is applied to them all.
Using rhythm arrangements Selecting a rhythm arrangement 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/ PATTERN] so the ARRANGEMENT indicator is lighted. (Arrangement mode) No Loop Phrases are included in preset rhythm arrangements, and for this reason, there will be no playback from the Loop Phrase track. If you would also like to hear a Loop Phrase, select either a user rhythm arrangement or a song rhythm arrangement, and then assign a Loop Phrase to it. (“Assembling Loop Phrases” (p. 202)) 2.
Using rhythm arrangements 4. Press [F1] (EDIT). The tempo set for Pattern mode (p. 158, p. 173, p. 187) and the tempo set for Arrangement mode are handled separately. The Rhythm Arrangement Edit screen will appear. fig.04-1481d Setting the tempo using [TAP] In addition to setting the tempo using [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial, you can also set it by tapping your finger on [TAP] at the desired tempo. (Tap Tempo) 5. Move the cursor to “DRUM” and select a drum kit using the TIME/VALUE dial. fig.
Creating rhythm arrangements If you cannot find a rhythm arrangement that suits your song among the BR-1200CD’s preset rhythm arrangements, you can easily create an original arrangement as described below. • “*TMP” appears for the rhythm arrangement immediately after its data is recorded or edited. If you try to select a different rhythm arrangement with the TIME/VALUE dial while the cursor is positioned above this, the cursor turns white.
Creating rhythm arrangements Erasing All Pattern Assignments at One Time To erase all pattern assignments at one time, carry out the following procedure in the Rhythm Arrangement View screen. 1. Move the cursor to the type of pattern you want to erase (“DRUM” or “BASS”), then press [F2] (CLEAR). The message “Sure?” will appear. 2. Press [ENTER/YES]. All patterns of the type indicated by the cursor position are erased.
Creating rhythm arrangements Changing and moving chords • - - - - (N.C., non-chord) Select this type of chord if you want the original Bass Pattern to be played without a chord setting. Normally, when a chord type of root “C” is set to “- - -,” the original performance data is played as is. However, when the root is any note other than “C” and non-chord is selected, the original performance data will be adjusted according.
Creating rhythm arrangements Inserting chords Assembling Loop Phrases Use the following procedure to insert a new chord between two existing chords. 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/ PATTERN] so the ARRANGEMENT indicator is lighted. (Arrangement mode) 1. On the Chord Input screen, move the cursor to the chord immediately in front of the insertion position. fig.21-17d 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Rhythm Arrangement Selection screen will appear. fig.21-33d 2. Press [F1] (NEW).
Creating rhythm arrangements TEMPO Simplifying Loop Phrase input When Loop Phrases are assigned to the track buttons, you will be able to use the track buttons to conveniently input Loop Phrases. In such a case, the length of the Loop Phrase will be set as the number of measures that it contains. For instructions for assigning Loop Phrases to the track buttons, refer to “Assigning Loop Phrases to track buttons” (p. 194). 7.
Creating rhythm arrangements Erasing All Loop Phrases at One Time Copying a Loop Phrase from a rhythm arrangement to an audio track To erase all Loop Phrase assignments at one time, carry out the following procedure in the Rhythm Arrangement View screen. When one or more Loop Phrases have been assembled into the currently selected rhythm arrangement, you can copy the complete loop-phrase assembly as audio data to one of the BR-1200CD’s audio tracks. 1.
Creating rhythm arrangements 4. Press [F3] (LOC). fig.04-1661d Once audio data has been copied to an audio track in this way, it will not be possible to change its tempo at a later time. 5. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the copy range. fig.21-24d If you are not happy with the results of a copy operation, you can use Undo to cancel it. (“Undo” (p. 81)) 7. Press the track button for Track 9/10 several times until it turns off. The Loop Phrase will now be turned off. 8.
Creating rhythm arrangements Modifying all of the loop phrases in the current rhythm arrangement (Arrangement Modify) Example 2) If you have already set up a rhythm arrangement using loop phrases, you can modify all of the loop phrases used in that rhythm arrangement at one time. The fastest of these tempos is the BPM setting of 140. 1. Press CD-R/RW [LOOP PHRASE IMPORT]. The Loop Phrase screen will appear. fig.
Creating rhythm arrangements Naming and saving rhythm arrangements The following section describes how to name and save the rhythm arrangements that you create. Unless the song is saved, all rhythm arrangement data will be lost when a different rhythm arrangement is selected or a new song is loaded. In addition, this data will also be lost if you turn off the BR-1200CD before saving your data. It is a good idea, therefore, to regularly save rhythm arrangements that you intend to use again. 1.
Creating rhythm arrangements Copying a rhythm arrangement Deleting a rhythm arrangement 1. Press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL) on the Rhythm Arrangement Edit screen. 1. Press [F3] (WR•CPY•DEL) on the Rhythm Arrangement Edit screen. 2. Press [F1] (=>COPY). 2. Press [F2] (=>DELETE). The Copy screen for rhythm arrangements will appear. The Delete screen for rhythm arrangements will appear. fig.21-29d fig.21-30d 3.
Setting tempos and beats for individual measures (Tempo Map/Beat Map) In addition to setting of a single tempo and beat for an entire rhythm arrangement, the BR-1200CD can also set these playback parameters more precisely on a measure-bymeasure basis. If a single tempo and beat can be used from the beginning to the end of your rhythm arrangement, there is no particular need to set up a Tempo Map or a Beat Map.
Setting tempos and beats for individual measures (Tempo Map/Beat Map) Setting beats for individual measures (Beat Map) The Beat Map function is used to set beats for individual measures. This type of map arranges beats on a measure-bymeasure basis, and it can be saved together with the rhythm arrangement. You can create up to 50 beat maps. If the same beat is used for multiple consecutive measures, do not set a separate beat map for each measure, but make a single setting for the entire group of measures.
Using a metronome The BR-1200CD can be used to play a metronome in place of a drum performance when recording or practicing. Playing a metronome Setting the track type Simply changing the track type may not be sufficient to allow a metronome to be played. Use the following procedure in such a case. To use a metronome, you must first of all set up Track 9/10 as a Metronome track using its track type setting. 1. Press the track button [9/10] several times until it lights up. fig.
Using a metronome Selecting metronome sounds Now that we can hear the metronome, let’s select sounds to be used. 1. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [ARRANGEMENT/PATTERN] so the PATTERN indicator is lighted. (Pattern mode) 2. Press PROGRAMMABLE RHYTHM [EDIT]. The Pattern Selection screen will appear.
Creating Drum and Bass Patterns Simply and Easily (EZ Compose) What is EZ Compose? TYPE / No.: KICK SNR “EZ Compose” is a group of functions that lets you create a pattern simply by making a few settings in the screen-you don’t have to input each individual note of the rhythm. You can also add a chord progression and fill-ins. fig.04-1891 This selects the “Kick/Snare” preset pattern and number. Type: 8BEAT, 16BEAT, SHUFFLE, 1/2SHUFFLE TYPE / No.: BASS This selects the “Bass” preset pattern and number.
Creating Drum and Bass Patterns Simply and Easily (EZ Compose) Adding a chord progression Adding a fill-in By selecting the desired chord progression from those made available on the unit, and adding it to the currently selected pattern, you can have bass parts be played according to the selected chord progression. You can choose from a variety of fill-ins and add them to the currently selected pattern. 1. Press [F2] (=>CHORD). fig.04-1920d 1. Press [F2] (=>FILL IN).
Creating Drum and Bass Patterns Simply and Easily (EZ Compose) Press [PLAY] to play the pattern with the current settings. fig.04-1970d Press [ENTER], you can play only the measures within which a fill-in occurs. If the number of measures specified by INTERVAL is greater than the number of measures in the pattern, the measure at which the fill-in occurs will not be played. 6. Repeat Steps 1–5 for any further patterns you wish to paste in. Pasting In Rhythm Arrangements 7.
Section 5 Using the CD-R/RW Drive Section 5 Using the CD-R/RW Drive 217
Creating Audio CD Precautions In addition to CD-R discs, you can also use CD-RW discs when making audio CDs. However, it may not be possible for audio CDs created using CD-RW discs to be played on standard CD players. Whenever a CD is created using the Disc At Once By Marker function (p. 222), the pre-gap specified here will be ignored and all gaps will be set to 0 seconds.
Creating Audio CD Writing Songs to Discs In order to do this, you’ll need an unrecorded CD-R or CDRW disc. Writing songs individually (Track At Once) 1. Load the song that you want to write. 2. Insert an unrecorded CD-R or CD-RW disc into the CDR/RW drive. Methods for creating audio CDs The BR-1200CD allows you to create audio CDs in three different ways. 3. Press [AUDIO CD WRITE/PLAY]. The Audio CD screen will appear. fig.
Creating Audio CD 10. Press [ENTER/YES]. The message “Now Writing...” will appear and writing to the audio CD will begin. When writing has been completed, the message “Finalize OK?” will be displayed. 11. If you intend to write additional songs to the same CDR disc, press [EXIT/NO]. Alternatively, press [ENTER/YES] if no more songs will be added to this disc. If you press [ENTER/YES], the message “Finalizing...” will appear and the finalization process will begin.
Creating Audio CD 6. Press [F1] (INSERT). A new song will be inserted. 7. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to choose the song that you want to write. fig.05-131d 16. Press the CD-R/RW drive’s EJECT button to eject the disc. This completes the writing process. For details regarding listening to the audio CD that you have just created, refer to “Playing Back Audio CDs” (p. 224). It may take a period of several seconds before the disc is actually ejected. 8.
Creating Audio CD Creating Audio CDs with Audio Tracks Separated by Markers (Disc At Once by Marker) When audio CDs are created from live performances, nonstop DJ mixes, and other tracks recorded continuously over long periods of time, these long tracks can end up being written to the CD as a single song. With the BR-1200CD, however, you can use the marker function to set divisions at the desired points within such an audio track so that it can be written as separate songs.
Creating Audio CD Writing to an CD-R/RW We will now write the songs set up using the CD track markers to a new CD-R or CD-RW. 1. Insert an unrecorded CD-R or CD-RW disc into the CDR/RW drive. 11. Press [ENTER/YES] once again. The message “Now Writing...” will appear and writing of the audio CD will begin. When the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that writing has been completed. 2. Press [AUDIO CD WRITE/PLAY]. The Audio CD screen will appear. fig.07-57d 3. Press [F1] (WRITE).
Creating Audio CD Playing Back Audio CDs Let’s now listen to the audio CD we have just created using the BR-1200CD’s CD-R/RW drive. In addition to CD-R discs, this drive can be used to play back CD-RW discs that cannot be played on standard CD players. Naturally, you will also be able to listen to commercially produced audio CDs on this drive, and it can even play back audio CDs created using the BR-1200CD that have not yet been finalized. Songs recorded on an audio CD are often referred to as “tracks.
Creating Audio CD Enabling playback on CD players (Finalize) If you intend to play a audio CD that was written using the BR-1200CD’s CD-R/RW drive on a standard CD player, the audio CD must be finalized. Audio CD-R/RW discs can be finalized at any time to enable playback on this type of player. What is finalizing? In addition to the audio data itself, other information describing the position and time of this data is also written to audio CDs. This process is known as “Finalizing.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data The BR-1200CD’s built-in CD-R/RW drive can be used to exchange data in the following ways: • Storing of songs and other hard-disk data to CD-R/RW discs (Backup) • Reading songs and other backup data back into the hard disk (Recover) • Swapping of audio data with a PC Backing up a song (Song Backup) Saving Recorded Songs to CD-R/RW Discs 2. Press CD-R/RW [DATA SAVE/LOAD].
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data To cancel this selection, press [F2] once again. This deselects all songs. 6. When you have selected all of the songs you want to back up, press [F3] (GO). 2. Press CD-R/RW [DATA SAVE/LOAD]. The Data CD Menu screen will appear. fig.41-05d The message “Write Speed?” will appear. fig.41-03d 3. Move the cursor to RECOVER icon, and press [ENTER/ YES]. 7. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to set the write speed. 8. Press [ENTER/YES].
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Saving Data on the Hard Disk to CD-R/RW Discs Saving Data to CD-R/RW Discs (User Backup) 5. Move the cursor to the type of data you want to back up and press [F1] (SELECT). The data will selected for backup. fig.41-07ad The BR-1200CD allows you to back up the following types of user data to CD-R/RW discs.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data 9. Press [ENTER/YES] once again. The BR-1200CD will begin writing data to the CD-R/RW disc. When the message “Complete!” appears, it indicates that the backup has been successfully completed. • The range of available write speeds can sometimes be limited by the type of media being used. In such a case, the BR-1200CD will allow you to select only the supported speeds.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Saving the Entire Contents of the Hard Disk to a CD-R/RW Disc If the hard disk contains any data of the same type as that being recovered, it will be completely overwritten in the recovery process. As it will not be possible to restore this data, care should be taken to ensure that important data is not accidentally overwritten in this way.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data 5. Press [ENTER/YES]. The message “Write Speed?” will appear. fig.41-13d Reading backed-up hard disk contents back into the hard disk (HDD Recover) 1. Insert a CD-R/RW disc containing an HDD backup into the BR-1200CD’s CD-R/RW drive. 6. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to set the write speed. 7. Press [ENTER/YES]. If you want to cancel the backup, press [EXIT/NO]. The message “Write Sure?” will appear. The drive’s access indicator will begin to flash.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Copying and writing waveform data This procedure requires a computer equipped with a drive capable of writing to CD-R/RW discs. If you have a computer equipped with a CD-R/RW drive, you can use CD-R/RW discs to transfer waveform data between multiple BR-1200CDs. You can, for example, use these discs to copy waveform data created with the audio software on your computer and then paste the data to audio tracks.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data 6. To switch the format of the wave file you want to import, press [F1] (TYPE). [F1] acts as a toggle, switching the file format between WAV and AIFF each time it’s pressed. 7. Move the cursor to the waveform data files you want to import. fig.R16-08ad • At this time, press [F1] (DISP) to switch between ways to specify the location (measures, time, markers).
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data 3. Move the cursor to WAVE icon, and press [ENTER/ YES]. Alternatively, you can press [F1] (WAVE) if the WAVE icon is currently displayed. 6. Press [F3] (LOC). The Import Destination Location Settings screen appears. fig.05-820d The WAV/AIFF screen will appear. fig.R16-07 7. Move the cursor to “TYPE,” then rotate the TIME/ VALUE dial to select the file format you want to export. 4. Press [F2] (EXPORT). fig.R16-11bd The Waveform Data Export screen appears. fig.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data fig.R16-93d 10. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to set the write speed. 11. Press [ENTER/YES]. The message “Write Sure?” appears. To cancel, press [EXIT/NO]. 12. Press [ENTER/YES] again. Writing to the CD-R/RW disc begins. When “Complete!” appears, the writing is finished. The following files will have been written to the CD-R/ RW disc in ISO9660 Level 2, Mode 1 format. Track 1, V-Track 1 T01___01.WAV or T01___01.AIF Track 1, V-Track 2 T01___02.WAV or T01___02.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Playing SMFs using external MIDI instruments (SMF Player) You can use the BR-1200CD to read SMFs from CD-R/RW discs and play these files using MIDI instruments connected to the MIDI OUT port. Any SMFs that satisfy the following conditions can be played in this way. fig.41-27d 5. Press [F2] (PLAYER). A list of the SMFs contained on the current CD-R/RW disc will appear. fig.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Erasing data from a CD-RW disc (CD-RW Erase) If you are using CD-RW discs, you will be able to erase unneeded data from the discs and reuse them for data storage. • Once erasing has been started, it will not be possible to cancel this process. • The amount of time required for erasing data will depend on the type of CD-RW disc used. • This process results in all data being erased from a disc.
Using the CD-R/RW drive to exchange data Setting the time until the CD-R/ RW drive stops (CD Hold Time) Whenever the BR-1200CD’s CD-R/RW drive is used to read or write data, the drive’s internal motor will continue to spin for a specific period of time after this process has been completed. In situations where this becomes a hindrance to the music making process, you can set a new duration for the spinning down of the motor. 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d 2.
Importing songs from CDs to audio tracks The BR-1200CD allows you to import selected songs from a audio CD to audio tracks. 1. Insert a audio CD into the BR-1200CD’s CD-R/RW drive. The drive’s access indicator will begin to flash. Wait until this indicator stops flashing and turns off before proceeding.
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MIDI fundamentals By using MIDI to connect the BR-1200CD to other MIDIcapable devices, you can perform the following: MIDI channels ● Play rhythm performances on external MIDI sound module ● Synchronize with external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines The MIDI standard allows data to be exchanged among multiple MIDI-compatible devices using a single MIDI cable, and this is made possible by what are known as MIDI channels.
Playing drum and bass patterns on external MIDI sound module When you play back drum and bass patterns, rhythm arrangements, and the like, the BR-1200CD will use its internal drum and bass sounds to reproduce the programmed performance. However, if you want to use drum and bass sounds other than those stored internally, you can transmit performance data via the MIDI OUT port to have the performance played on a different MIDI sound module.
Playing drum and bass patterns on external MIDI sound module Drum sounds and note numbers The correspondence between drum sounds and note numbers is as shown below.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines You can use the BR-1200CD’s tempo and time position as the master tempo and master time position so that external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines can be synchronized with its playback (Master Sync). The following three synchronization methods are available. ● ● A MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine can be synchronized to the rhythm’s tempo using the BR1200CD’s MIDI timing clock. A MIDI sequencer can be synchronized to the playback time using MTC.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines The synchronization setting screen will appear. fig.50-06d 4. Move the cursor to “Sync Gen.” and select “MIDI CLK” using the TIME/VALUE dial. Sync Gen. (Sync Generator): This parameter sets the type of synchronization signal that will be output via the MIDI OUT port.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines The Sync Parameter screen will appear. fig.50-09d 5. Move the cursor to “Sync Gen.” and select “MTC” using the TIME/VALUE dial. The BR-1200CD will now be set up to transmit MTC signals. 6. Move the cursor to “MTC Type” and select a suitable MTC type using the TIME/VALUE dial. You will need to match the BR-1200CD’s MTC type to that used on the external MIDI sequencer.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines Changing the TIME field display Whenever you are transmitting MTC signals from the BR1200CD in order to synchronize an external MIDI device, you will be able to change the way in which time is displayed in the TIME field. 1. On the Sync Parameter screen, move the cursor to the “Time Disp.” field and select a time display format using the TIME/VALUE dial. Time Disp.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines 4. Move the cursor to the SYNC TRK icon and press [ENTER/YES]. 2. Reconnect the MIDI cable as shown below. fig.50-13 Alternatively, you can press [F1] (SYNC TRK) if the SYNC TRK icon is currently displayed. The message “Waiting for Clock...” will appear and the BR-1200CD will enter MIDI Timing Clock Standby mode. fig.50-12d Rhythm Machine or MIDI Sequencer MIDI IN MIDI OUT 5. Start playback on the MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine.
Synchronizing external MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines Setting the starting time of synchronization (Sync Offset) “SYNC TRK” will only be available for selection when a sync track has been recorded. 6. Move the cursor to “Sync Gen.” and select “MIDI CLK” using the TIME/VALUE dial. If you wish to synchronize the external MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine from the middle of the song, do as follows: 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.
Controlling MMC-compatible devices from the BR-1200CD 2. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d What is MMC? An abbreviation of MIDI Machine Control, MMC is a protocol for the remote control of multiple recording devices from a single device using MIDI system exclusive messages. Since the BR-1200CD supports this protocol, it can be used to start, stop, rewind, or control connected MIDI devices in a range of other similar ways.
Controlling track volumes via MIDI (MIDI Fader) The BR-1200CD can both transmit and receive fader operations in the form of MIDI signals (MIDI Fader). And in addition to fader signals, expression pedal signals can also be transmitted and received in the same way. By using this function to record and playback fader and expression pedal operations on an external device such as a MIDI sequencer, you will be able to carry out remote control of BR-1200CD mix-downs and other procedures.
Controlling track volumes via MIDI (MIDI Fader) Setting the MIDI channel for MIDI Fader Confirming the current fader positions At the time of purchase, the following MIDI channels will be initially assigned to the BR-1200CD’s faders and expression pedal.
Inputting drum and bass patterns from a MIDI keyboard (MIDI Recording) Although the BR-1200CD’s track buttons and faders can be used to input drum and bass patterns, the input procedure can be simplified and note volumes can be controlled much more precisely if you use an external MIDI keyboard for this purpose. 1. Connect an external MIDI keyboard as shown below. fig.50-26 MIDI Keyboard MIDI OUT MIDI IN 2. Start real-time drum or bass recording (p. 161, p. 175).
Using MIDI to Control the Switching of the Insert Effects (Effects Program Change) You can use Program Changes received at MIDI IN to switch insert effects patches. Similarly, you can also have insert effects patch selections made on the BR-1200CD transmitted as Program Changes from MIDI OUT. 4. Move the cursor to “Effects Ch.” and turn the TIME/ VALUE dial to select the MIDI channel over which the Program Change messages are to be transmitted and received. fig.50-60d 1. Press [UTILITY].
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Before Using USB (Overview) The BR-1200CD is equipped with a USB connector, which allows you to connect the BR-1200CD directly to a computer, making it easy to back up your important song data and exchange files between the BR-1200CD and the computer. USB, short for “Universal Serial Bus,” is a type of interface for connecting computers with a variety of peripheral devices. Using USB allows you to connect different peripherals using a single USB cable, and also provides rapid data transmission.
Before Using USB (Overview) Connecting a computer Use the USB cable to connect the BR-1200CD to your computer. Purchase USB cables at computer stores or other retailers. fig.52-01 USB connector of your computer When you double-click the BR-1200CD icon or the “Removable Disk (*:)” icon in Windows, or double-click the BR-1200CD icon in Mac OS, all of the files and folders contained in the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be displayed onscreen.
With Windows Backing up the BR-1200CD’s data fig.52-08 1. Connect your computer and the BR-1200CD with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d 6. Select all of the files and folders and copy them to the backup folder on the PC. It is good practice to create a new folder for the storage of backup data. Extra care should be taken to ensure that each and every file and folder is selected and copied.
With Windows With Windows 2000/Me 1) In My Computer, right-click on the “BR-1200CD” icon (or “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) to “Eject” the disk. 2) Click the icon in the task tray, then click the “Stop USB Disk-drive (*:)” message displayed there. Reading backup data back into the BR-1200CD from the PC (Recover) 1. Initialize the BR-1200CD’s hard disk. (p. 285) fig.
With Windows 6. When the “BR-1200CD” icon (or “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) is displayed, double-click this icon. 2) Click [OK] in the “Safe To Remove Hardware” dialog box that appears. All of the backup files and folders will appear on-screen. With Windows 2000/Me 7. Select all of the backup files and folders. Extra care should be taken to ensure that each and every file and folder is selected and copied.
With Windows Saving BR-1200CD track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) You can convert the BR-1200CD’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your mastered tracks to WAV or AIFF files, you can easily use your computer to create audio CDs with the data, as well as load the data into audio applications. 1. Connect your computer and the BR-1200CD with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [UTILITY].
With Windows 12. Press the BR-1200CD’s [EXIT/NO]. fig.52-18 The file type selection screen will be displayed once again. WAV or AIFF files will be automatically deleted from the BR-1200CD’s internal hard disk. 9. Click the USB folder. fig.52-19 • If you are using an OS other than Windows Me, the BR1200CD will automatically return to the USB screen when “Remove Hardware” is carried out. 10. Drag the WAV or AIFF file to the computer’s folder and drop it in the folder. 11.
With Windows Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-1200CD tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) 4. Move the cursor to the IMPORT icon and press [ENTER/YES]. Alternatively, you can press [F3] (IMPORT). The USB Import screen will appear. fig.52-22d You can take WAV or AIFF files on your computer, such as files created with audio software applications, and load them to the BR-1200CD’s tracks. ● Wave data in the following formats can be imported. You cannot import wave data in other formats.
With Windows 8. When the “BR-1200CD” icon (or “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) is displayed, double-click this icon. The files and folders from the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be displayed on the PC monitor. In some cases, a certain amount of time will pass before the hard disk is displayed. 9. Double-click the USB folder. The USB folder opens. Confirm that the USB folder is empty.
With Macintosh Backing up the BR-1200CD’s data 1. Connect your computer and the BR-1200CD with a USB cable. 5. Double-click the “BR-1200CD.” The files and folders from the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be displayed on the PC monitor. fig.52-08 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [UTILITY]. The Utility Menu screen will appear. fig.12-12d 6. Select all of the files and folders and copy them to the backup folder on the computer.
With Macintosh Reading backup data back into the BR-1200CD from the PC (Recover) With Mac OS 9.1.x / 9.2.x 6. Open the folder on the PC where you have stored the backup data. All of the backup files and folders will appear on-screen. 1. Initialize the BR-1200CD’s hard disk. (p. 285) Note that all of the data on the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be deleted as a result of this operation, and if necessary, you should make a separate backup. 2. Connect your computer and the BR-1200CD with a USB cable. 3.
With Macintosh With Mac OS X 6. Double-click the BR-1200CD icon. The files and folders from the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be displayed on the PC monitor. fig.52-08ax 7. Open the folder on the PC where you have stored the backup data. If the current song contains newly recorded audio data or newly modified settings, the message “Save Current?” may be displayed during the recovery procedure.
With Macintosh Saving BR-1200CD track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) You can convert the BR-1200CD’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your mastered tracks to WAV or AIFF files, you can easily use your computer to create audio CDs with the data, as well as load the data into audio applications. 1. Connect your computer and the BR-1200CD with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [UTILITY].
With Macintosh 8. Double-click the “BR-1200CD” icon. All of the files and folders from the BR-1200CD’s hard disk will be displayed on the PC monitor. fig.52-08a Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-1200CD tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) You can take WAV or AIFF files on your computer, such as files created with audio software applications, and load them to the BR-1200CD’s tracks. 9. Double-click the USB folder. ● fig.52-19a Wave data in the following formats can be imported.
With Macintosh 4. Move the cursor to the IMPORT icon and press [ENTER/YES]. Alternatively, you can press [F3] (IMPORT). 8. Double-click the BR-1200CD icon. The files and folders from the BR-1200CD's hard disk will be displayed on the PC monitor. The USB Import screen will appear. fig.52-22d In some cases, a certain amount of time will pass before the hard disk is displayed. 9. Double-click the USB folder. The USB folder opens. 5. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track to be loaded.
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Adjusting the display’s contrast In certain locations, the BR-1200CD’s display may be difficult to read. In such cases, use the following procedure to adjust the display’s contrast. fig.53-25 1 3 2 2 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility screen will appear. fig.53-26d 2. Move the cursor to the LCD icon and press [ENTER/ YES]. Alternatively, press [F1] (LCD) if the LCD icon is currently displayed. The LCD Contrast screen will appear. fig.53-27d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust the contrast.
Tuning instruments (Tuner) The BR-1200CD features an integrated chromatic tuner and this allows you to conveniently tune instruments. 4. If you wish to store the modified settings, save the current song (p. 70). Setting the reference pitch Before you can use the tuner, you will first of all have to set its reference pitch (or frequency). This pitch is used to define the frequency for A4 (i.e., A above middle C on a piano keyboard).
Tuning instruments (Tuner) For example, when the right tuning guide is lit, it indicates that the string’s pitch is higher (or sharper) than the correct pitch, and you should loosen the corresponding peg. On the other hand, when the left tuning guide is lit, it indicates that the string’s pitch is lower (or flatter) than the correct pitch, and you should tighten the corresponding peg.
Mixing audio-device output with the BR-1200CD’s output (Audio Sub Mix) The Audio Sub Mix function allows LINE IN to be directly mixed with the audio being output via the LINE OUT jacks. 1. Press [UTILITY]. Accordingly, you can use this function to mix the BR1200CD’s audio output with audio from an external audio device without having to prepare a separate mixer. fig.12-12d The Utility screen will appear. Audio Sub Mix is set up as described below. fig.53-21 2.
Using condenser microphones (Phantom Power) Most condenser microphones need a supply of power known as phantom power in order to operate. fig.53-17 1,5 1,5 Accordingly, the BR-1200CD can supply phantom power at +48 V to condenser microphones connected to any of the XLR-type connectors for MIC 1 and MIC 2. 2 4 3 Phantom power Condenser microphones generally contain a pair of thin opposing electrodes.
Using condenser microphones (Phantom Power) 5. Slowly raise the INPUT SENS knobs, the MASTER fader and INPUT LEVEL knobs, and confirm that an audio signal is being received from the condenser microphone(s). 6. To turn off the phantom power, repeat Steps 1 through 3, and then set “Phantom” to “OFF” in Step 4. Precautions for phantom power usage • Phantom power cannot be turned on or off individually for MIC 1 and 2.
Creating a MD protected from digital copying When you are digitally mixing-down audio from the BR1200CD to a MD recorder or another similar digital device, you can use the following procedure to prohibit the creation of digital copies from the mix-down tape. 4. Press [EXIT/NO] several times to return to the top screen. 5. Mix down your song(s) from the BR-1200CD to a MD recorder or another similar digital device. fig.
Changing the content of the level meter display (Pre/Post Fader) Normally, the level meters for the tracks, which are displayed on the top screen, will indicate the levels that the various signals have after they have passed through the corresponding faders (i.e., the post-fader volumes). 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility screen will appear. fig.12-12d You can, however, use the following procedure to have the levels that the signals are at before they pass through the faders (i.e.
Initializing all BR-1200CD settings (Initialize) The Initialize function allows you to return all of the following BR-1200CD parameters to their original settings. fig.53-28 ● Global Parameters 1 • Reference Pitch in Tuner parameters • System parameters 2,3 4,5 • Sync parameters • MIDI parameters 2,3 • Marker parameters • Scene parameters • Scrub and Preview parameters ● Mixer Parameters • Track Compressor, EQ, Pan • Loop Effects • Input Select 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility screen will appear.
Initializing all BR-1200CD settings (Initialize) MIXER icon fig.53-33d 3. Move the cursor to the icon for the parameters to be initialized and press [ENTER/YES]. Alternatively, you can push the FUNCTION button below the relevant icon. The message “Initialize *** OK?” will appear. Example:) When GLOBAL icon is selected When this icon is selected, • Track Compressor, EQ, Pan • Loop Effects • Input Select • Recording Mode fig.
Performing hard disk operations Viewing information about the hard disk (Hard Disk Information) 3. Move the cursor to the INFO icon and press [ENTER/ YES]. The size of each partition appears. fig.54-03d To display the hard disk data use the following procedure. fig.53-28 4 1 The capacity of the hard disk is displayed in units of 1 MB (i.e., 1,04,576 bytes). 2,3 2,3 4 1. Press [UTILITY]. The Utility screen will appear. The currently selected partition is indicated by an asterisk (“*”).
Performing hard disk operations Initializing the hard disk (Disk Initialize) 3. Move the cursor to the INITIALIZE icon and press [ENTER/YES]. The message “FORMAT MODE: NORMAL” appears. fig.54-04d The appropriate settings for the internal hard disk were made before the BR-1200CD left the factory, so it is ready for immediate use. If for any reason the hard disk can no longer be written to or read from, or if you immediately want to delete all data from the disk, you can carry out Disk Initialize. 4.
Performing hard disk operations 6. Press [ENTER/YES]. (If you wish to cancel the initialization, press [EXIT/NO]). 3. Move the cursor to the HDD icon and press [ENTER/ YES]. “Now Initializing...” appears in the display, and initialization begins. The Hard Disk screen will appear. fig.54-02d After the initialization is completed properly, the message “Complete!” will appear and the top screen returns to the display. A new song “SONG 001” will be created on the hard disk. 4.
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Insert effect algorithm list The algorithms (the available effects and their connection order) that can be used as an insert effect are shown below. The algorithms that can be selected will differ for each bank. To select the algorithm that you wish to use, first select the effect bank that includes that algorithm, and then refer to “Insert Effect Patch List” (p. 327) and select a patch that uses the desired algorithm.
Insert effect algorithm list 4. COSM COMP GUITAR AMP 6. BASS MULTI This is a multi-effect designed for electric guitars. In addition to a COSM compressor/limiter, it uses a preamp and speaker simulator to produce characteristic amp sounds. This is a multi-effect designed for bass, and it is suitable for creating standard bass sounds. fig.31-17 fig.31-15 COSM Comp/Limiter PreAmp Speaker Simulator 4Band Equalizer/Wah - 4Band Equalizer - Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Delay 5.
Insert effect algorithm list 8. COSM OD BASS AMP 9. COSM COMP BASS AMP This multi-effect is used with electric bass guitars. Utilizing COSM Amplifier Modeling and COSM Overdrive/Distortion as featured on the BOSS GT-6B, this effect allows you to recreate a host of distortion and bass amplifier sounds. In addition, the BR-1200CD also allows you to freely change the way in which this algorithm's internal effect blocks are connected. This is a multi-effect designed for bass.
Insert effect algorithm list 11. VOICE TRANSFORMER This is a multi-effect designed for vocals. It allows you to produce unique effects using a voice transformer. fig.31-21 BANK: STEREO 14. STEREO MULTI This algorithm connects seven types of effects, all in full stereo. fig.31-24 Voice Transformer Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Modulation - Flanger - Chorus - Phaser - Pitch Shifter - Doubling - Tremolo/Pan Delay 12. COSM VOCAL COMP This is a multi-effect designed for vocals.
Insert effect algorithm list BANK: SIMUL 16. VO+GT.AMP This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal part and electric guitar. You can create an amp sound for the guitar using a preamp and speaker simulator. 18. VO+ACOUSTIC This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal part and acoustic guitar. You can create a warm sound for the guitar and make it sound as if a mic were being used, even when an electricacoustic is connected using a direct line. fig.31-28 fig.
Insert effect parameter functions PIEZO: The trademarks listed in this document are the property of their respective companies. Said companies are not affiliated with BOSS and have neither licensed nor authorized the BOSS BR-1200CD. Their trademarks are used solely to identify equipment whose sound is simulated by the BR-1200CD. Simulates the sound you would get from a pickup installed on an electric-acoustic guitar. With this setting, a certain amount of compression will be applied during the attack.
Insert effect parameter functions 3 Band Equalizer Low-Mid Q 0.5–16 This parameter sets the range of change in gain for the frequency set by “Low-Mid Freq” A larger value results in a narrower range of change. This is the 3-band equalizer. High Gain -20–+20 dB This parameter sets the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the highrange equalizer. High Freq 1.0 –16 kHz This parameter sets the frequency for the high range equalizer.
Insert effect parameter functions Chorus LowCutFilter This effect adds a sound with a subtly shifted pitch to the direct sound, which gives the final output sound greater breadth and depth. Best results will be achieved when stereo output is used. On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the chorus effect on or off. Rate 0–100 This adjusts the rate of the chorus. Depth 0–100 This adjusts the depth of the chorus. Effect Level 0–100 This parameter adjusts the overall volume of the effect sound.
Insert effect parameter functions Compressor Type Selects the compressor/limiter type. This effect can be used to produce a long sustain sound by evening out volume levels in the input signal. ■ When “COSM OD GUITAR AMP” algorithm is selected On/Off OFF, ON BOSSCmp D-Comp Rack160 VtgRack Models the BOSS CS-3 compact effects processor. Models the MXR dyna comp. Models the dbx 160x. Models the UREI 1178. This parameter turns the compressor effect on or off.
Insert effect parameter functions COSM Overdrive/Distortion COSM PreAmp&Speaker This effect distorts the sound to create long sustain COSM technology plays an indispensable role in simulating the distinguishing characteristics of various guitar amps in the “Preamp” section, and is also used to simulate various speaker sizes and cabinet constructions in the “Speaker Simulator.” On/Off OFF, ON Turns the Overdrive/Distortion effect on or off. Type Selects the type of distortion.
Insert effect parameter functions 5150DRV MTL STK MTLLEAD This models the lead channel of a Peavey EVH 5150. This is a drive sound suited to metal. This is a lead sound suited to metal. Gain 0 –100 Adjusts the distortion of the amp. 1x10” 1x12” 2x12” Bass 0 –100 Adjusts the tone for the low frequency range. Middle 4x12” 0–100 Adjusts the tone for the middle frequency range. Treble 0–100 Adjusts the tone for the high frequency range.
Insert effect parameter functions ■ When “COSM OD BASS AMP” algorithm is selected Ultra Hi Type This controls the ultra high-frequency range lying beyond treble. This sets the type of the bass guitar preamp. The distortion and tone characteristics of each amp are as shown below: Ultra Lo FLIPTOP B MAN BASS360 T.E. SESSION CONCERT Speaker SW Speaker Type 0 –100 -50 –+50 (or 0–100) Adjusts the tone for the low frequency range.
Insert effect parameter functions Defretter Delay This effect simulates the sound of a fretless bass. This effect creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound. On/Off OFF, ON On/Off This parameter turns the defretter effect on or off. Sensitivity 0–100 This controls the input sensitivity of the defretter. Adjust this parameter until your guitar’s harmonic changes sound natural. Type Attack * 0–100 This parameter controls the attack of the defretter.
Insert effect parameter functions Distance Enhancer Microphones often exhibit a boost in the volume of the lower frequencies when they are positioned close to the sound source, and this is referred to as proximity effect. By adding sounds that are out-of-phase with the direct sound, this effect enhances the definition of the sound and makes it more present in the mix. The Distance effect is used to simulate this phenomenon. On/Off On/Off This parameter turns the enhancer effect on or off.
Insert effect parameter functions Flanger Humanizer This algorithm produces a flanging effect, which makes a sound seem as if it is twisting. This can create human vowel-like sounds. On/Off OFF, ON Vowel1 A, E, I, O, U This selects the first vowel. This parameter turns the flanger effect on or off. Rate 0–100 Determines the rate of the flanging effect. Depth Rate 0–100 Depth This parameter adjusts the center frequency at which the effect will be applied.
Insert effect parameter functions Release 0–100 Bit OFF, 15–1 This adjusts the time it takes for limiting to be removed once the signal level drops below the threshold. Modifies the number of data bits. When turned off, the number of data bits will remain unchanged. Detect HPF If an extremely low number of bits is selected, certain input sources may result in loud noises being input, even when there is no input sound. In such a case, raise the noise suppressor’s threshold.
Insert effect parameter functions Mic Converter Noise Suppressor This effect can convert the characteristics of an inexpensive general-purpose microphone into those of an expensive studio microphone (i.e., Microphone Conversion). Furthermore, when used with a part that has already been recorded, it can reproduce the same tonal changes as would occur if the microphone type or distance had been changed.
Insert effect parameter functions Phaser ■ When algorithm other than “COSM OD GUITAR AMP” and “COSM OD BASS AMP” is selected By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the phaser effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the sound. Rate On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the phaser effect on or off. ■ When “COSM OD GUITAR AMP” or “COSM OD BASS AMP” algorithm is selected Type Selects the number of stages that the phaser effect will use.
Insert effect parameter functions Pitch Shifter ■ When algorithm other than “COSM OD GUITAR AMP” and “COSM OD BASS AMP” is selected This effect moves the pitch of the original sound up or down within a range of two octaves. P.Shift Type On/Off MANUAL: OFF, ON Selects either a manual or pedal-type pitch shifter. This parameter turns the pitch shifter effect on or off. A simple pitch shifter.
Insert effect parameter functions ■ With “COSM BASS AMP” or “COSM COMP BASS AMP” algorithms Preamp This effect is used to adjust the distortion and tone of guitar sounds. * When Bass, Middle, and Treble are all set to 0, certain Amp Type settings may result in no sound being output. On/Off OFF, ON The vintage sound of an early transistor amp. The sound of a large double-stack, vacuumtube amp with ultra-lows and a crisp edge. AC AMG Volume 0–100 Turns the preamp effect on or off.
Insert effect parameter functions Ring Modulator Speaker Simulator This creates a bell-like sound by ring-modulating the guitar sound with the signal from the internal oscillator. The sound will be unmusical and lack distinctive pitches. This effect simulates the characteristics of various types of speakers. When the output from the BR-1200CD is connected directly to a mixer or similar device, this effect can be used to create the sound of your favorite speaker system.
Insert effect parameter functions Sub Equalizer Tremolo/Pan This adjusts the tone as a sub equalizer. A parametric type is adopted for the high-middle and low-middle range. Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume, and pan moves the stereo position in a cyclic manner between left and right (when stereo output is used). On/Off OFF, ON On/Off This parameter turns the sub equalizer effect on or off.
Insert effect parameter functions Vibrato Wah This effect creates vibrato by slightly modulating the pitch. The wah effect creates a unique tone by changing the frequency response characteristics of a filter. Type MANUAL, PEDAL This parameter sets whether or not vibrato is to be controlled using the pedal. MANUAL: Vibrato is applied normally. PEDAL: The depth of vibrato can be controlled by the degree to which the expression pedal is applied.
Insert effect parameter functions Mode LPF, BPF, HPF Selection for the wah mode. Polarity LPF: This creates a wah effect over a wide frequency range. UP: BPF: The frequency of the filter will rise. This creates a wah effect in a narrow frequency range. DOWN: HPF: The frequency of the filter will fall. This provides a distinctive wah effect when applied to the bass guitar sound.
Insert effect parameter functions Frequency 0–100 Adjusts the center frequency of the wah effect. Peak 0–100 Adjusts the way in which the wah effect is applied to the area around the center frequency. Lower values will produce a wah effect over a wider area; higher values, a wah effect over a narrower area. When the setting is 50, a standard wah sound will be produced. * With a value of “50” a standard wah sound will be produced. Level 0–100 This parameter adjusts the volume.
Speaker Modeling parameter functions This effect simulates the response of a wide variety of speakers, ranging from high-quality professional monitor speakers used in studios around the world to speakers from compact televisions or portable radios. SP Modeling (speaker modeling) On/Off OFF, ON Turns speaker modeling on or off. fig.37-13d Model Selects the speaker whose characteristics you wish to simulate. No modeling will be performed.
Speaker Modeling parameter functions Bass Cut Filter Limiter This filter cuts out vocal pop and other unwanted low-band noise. A limiter reduces loud input levels to prevent distortion. On/Off Switches the limiter on or off. OFF, ON This setting turns the Bass Cut Filter on or off. Cut Off Freq On/Off Threshold THRU, 20 –2000 Hz This parameter sets the frequency below which vocal pop and other undesirable lower-range noises will be filtered out.
Mastering Tool Kit parameter functions This is a compressor effect that controls the volume level for each frequency range (lower range, midrange, and upper range) separately in order to even out the differences between them. This allows you to achieve the optimal level when mixing down to MD or DAT, and when using CD-R disks to create your own original audio CDs. Equalizer On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the equalizer effect on or off.
Mastering Tool Kit parameter functions Bass Cut Filter Expander This filter cuts out vocal pop and other unwanted low-band noise. This effect expands the dynamic range at a fixed ratio. On/Off This setting turns the expander on or off. OFF, ON This setting turns the Bass Cut Filter on or off. Cut Off Freq On/Off ExpL: Thres 20 Hz–2.0 kHz This parameter sets the frequency below which vocal pop and other undesirable lower-range noises will be filtered out.
Mastering Tool Kit parameter functions Compressor Mixer This effect is used to compress the overall output signal when the input level exceeds a set value. The mixer is used to adjust the volume of each frequency band. On/Off Low Level OFF, ON This setting turns the compressor on or off. CmpL: Thres -24–0 dB This parameter sets the volume level at which the low-band compressor begins to affect the sound. CmpL: Ratio 1:1.00–1:16.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs When the insert effect patch setting screen is displayed, you can assign parameters you wish to control to value knobs VALUE 1 through VALUE 3. When the effect patch selection screen is displayed, you can assign parameters you wish to control to value knobs VALUE 1 through VALUE 3.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Uni-V Short Delay Humanizer Ring Modulator Sub Equalizer Delay Chorus Parameter Abbreviation Rate Depth Level Delay Time Feedback Effect Level Vowel1 Vowel2 Rate Depth Manual Level Freqency Effect Level Direct Level Low Gain Low-Mid Freq Low-Mid Q Low-Mid Gain Hi-Mid Freq Hi-Mid Q Hi-Mid Gain High Gain Level On/Off Type Delay Time Tap Time Feedback Hi Cut Freq Effect Level On/Off Mode Rate Depth Pre Delay Hi Cut Freq Effect Level UNI.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Parameter Abbreviation Tremolo/Pan Mode Rate Depth TRM/PAN MODE TRM/PAN RATE TRM/PAN DEPTH Algorithm: COSM COMP GUITAR AMP Effect Block COSM Comp/Limiter PreAmp Speaker Simulator Equalizer/Wah 4Band Equalizer Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Abbreviation On/Off Type Attack Sustain Threshold Input Ratio Attack Time Release Time Tone Level On/Off Amp Type Volume Bass Middle Treble Presence Master Bright Gain On/Off Speaker Type Mic Setting
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Chorus Phaser Pitch Shifter Doubling Tremolo/Pan Delay Parameter Abbreviation Rate Depth Pre Delay Effect Level Rate Depth Manual Resonance P.Shift Type Pitch D:E Balance Separation Delay Time Separation Effect Level Mode Rate Depth On/Off Type Feedback Effect Level Delay Time CHORUS RATE CHORUS DEPTH CHORUS PREDLY CHORUS LEVEL PHASER RATE PHASER DEPTH PHASER MANUAL PHASER RESO P.SHIFT TYPE P.SHIFT PITCH P.SHIFT D:E P.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Equalizer/Wah 3Band Equalizer Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume FX Octave Enhancer Slow Gear Defretter Ring Modulator Phaser 322 Abbreviation On/Off Effect Type Low Gain Low Freq Low Q Mid Gain Mid Freq Mid Q High Gain High Freq High Q Level Type Pedal Pos.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Algorithm: COSM COMP BASS AMP Effect Block COSM Compressor/Limiter PreAmp Speaker Simulator Equalizer/Wah 4Band Equalizer Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume Delay Parameter Abbreviation On/Off Type Attack Sustain Threshold Input Ratio Ratio Attack Time Release Time Tone Level On/Off Amp Type Volume Bass Middle Treble Master Bright Gain On/Off Speaker Type Mic Setting Mic Level Direct Level On/Off Effect Type Low Gain Low-Mid Gain Low-Mid Freq Low-Mid Q Hi-
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Phaser Pitch Shifter Doubling Tremolo/Pan Delay Parameter Abbreviation Rate Depth Manual Resonance P.Shift Type Pitch D:E Balance Separation Delay Time Separation Effect Level Mode Rate Depth On/Off Type Feedback Effect Level Delay Time PHASER RATE PHASER DEPTH PHASER MANUAL PHASER RESO P.SHIFT TYPE P.SHIFT PITCH P.SHIFT D:E P.
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Effect Block Tremolo/Pan Delay Parameter Abbreviation Mode Rate Depth On/Off Type Feedback Effect Level Delay Time TRM/PAN MODE TRM/PAN RATE TRM/PAN DEPTH DELAY ON/OFF DELAY TYPE DELAY FEEDBCK DELAY LEVEL DELAY TIME Effect Block PreAmp Algorithm: LO-FI BOX Effect Block Lo-Fi Noise Suppressor Parameter Abbreviation On/Off Effect Type Tuning Noise Filter D:E Balance Wow Flutter Noise Filter D:E Balance Pre Filter Sample Rate Bit Post Filter Effect Level
Effect parameters assigned to VALUE knobs Algorithm: VO+ACOUSTIC Effect Block Compressor (Mic) Noise Suppressor (Mic) Acoustic Processor Compressor (Guitar) Noise Suppressor (Guitar) Parameter Abbreviation On/Off Sustain Attack Level On/Off Threshold Release On/Off Body Mic Distance Level On/Off Sustain Attack Level On/Off Threshold Release M:COMP ON/OFF M:COMP SUST M:COMP ATTACK M:COMP LEVEL M:NS ON/OFF M:NS THRESH. M:NS REL. A:AC ON/OFF A:AC BODY A:AC MIC.
Insert Effect Patch List GUITAR No. Patch Name Algorithm No.
Insert Effect Patch List MIC No. Patch Name Algorithm P101 Mtown LoDown COSM OD BASS AMP P102 Liverpool COSM OD BASS AMP P103 B-M Exprosed COSM OD BASS AMP P104 Geddy's COSM OD BASS AMP P105 No.
Insert Effect Patch List STEREO No. SIMUL Patch Name Algorithm No. Patch Name Algorithm STEREO MULTI P001 EQ + JC120 VO+GT.AMP CMP+THIN EQ STEREO MULTI P002 DELAY+ JC120 VO+GT.AMP P003 CMP+TIGHT EQ STEREO MULTI P003 COMP +CLN TW VO+GT.AMP P004 CMP+BIG EQ STEREO MULTI P004 EQ + DRV TW VO+GT.AMP P005 CMP+SMALL EQ STEREO MULTI P005 COMP +SM AMP VO+GT.AMP P006 T'WAH : UP STEREO MULTI P006 EQ + CRUNCH VO+GT.AMP P007 T'WAH : DOWN STEREO MULTI P007 EQ + MATCH VO+GT.
Vocal Tool Box Patch List No. P001 P002 P003 Patch Name Smooth Alto No. Algorithm PITCH CORRECTION Smooth Sop. PITCH CORRECTION Smooth Tenor PITCH CORRECTION P004 Smooth Bari. PITCH CORRECTION P005 Machine Tune PITCH CORRECTION Patch Name Algorithm P006 Clean Harmny HARMONY SEQUENCE P007 Natural Cho. HARMONY SEQUENCE P008 Wide Chorus HARMONY SEQUENCE P009 Spacy Chorus HARMONY SEQUENCE P010 Bad Harmony HARMONY SEQUENCE Speaker Modeling Patch List No. Patch Name No.
Preset Rhythm Arrangement List No. Name Tempo Beat Kit Bass No. Name Tempo Beat Kit Bass 130 4/4 HEAVY FINGERED P051 ARG.BALAD 02 70 4/4 STD2 FINGERED ARG.ROCK 02 88 4/4 ROOM FINGERED P052 ARG.BALAD 03 60 4/4 JAZZ FINGERED P003 ARG.ROCK 03 72 4/4 ROOM PICK P053 ARG.BALAD 04 58 4/4 STD2 FINGERED P004 ARG.ROCK 04 92 4/4 ROOM FINGERED P054 ARG.BALAD 05 64 4/4 ROOM FINGERED P005 ARG.ROCK 05 184 4/4 ROOM FINGERED P055 ARG.
Preset Drum Pattern List Pattern Name 332 Beat Number of measures 140 88 72 92 184 120 236 76 150 168 210 168 250 94 98 108 130 98 126 113 126 118 120 114 140 98 110 130 126 113 104 86 137 128 102 138 120 86 130 215 124 92 185 100 96 151 120 112 110 66 70 60 58 64 72 89 50 89 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 5/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 6/8 6/8 4/
Preset Bass Pattern List Pattern Name Number of measures 140 88 72 92 184 120 236 76 150 168 210 168 250 94 98 108 130 98 126 113 126 118 120 114 140 98 110 130 126 113 104 86 137 128 102 138 120 86 130 215 124 92 185 100 96 151 120 112 110 66 70 60 58 64 72 89 50 89 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 5/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 6/8 6/8 4/4 IN 4 4 2
User Loop Phrase List No. WAV File Name No. WAV File Name \\AIRBRUSH\B NOHAT.WAV B001 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\BREAK.WAV A002 \\AIRBRUSH\BRSH BT.WAV B002 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\BRIDGE.WAV A003 \\AIRBRUSH\CRASH.WAV B003 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\CHORUS.WAV A004 \\AIRBRUSH\VERSE.WAV B004 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\END CRSH.WAV A005 \\AIRBRUSH\VERSE2.WAV B005 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\INTRO.WAV A006 \\BASH IT\BRIDGE.WAV B006 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\SOLO.WAV A007 \\BASH IT\BRIDGE2.WAV B007 \\EASY GO\DRUMS\VERSE.
User Loop Phrase List No. WAV File Name No. WAV File Name D001 \\ROCK HEAD\DRUMS\VERSE.WAV C002 \\FLY\DR & PERC\END CRASH2.WAV D002 \\ROCK HEAD\PERC\LOOP1 END.WAV C003 \\FLY\DR & PERC\FILL.WAV D003 \\ROCK HEAD\PERC\LOOP1.WAV C004 \\FLY\DR & PERC\FILL10.WAV D004 \\ROCK HEAD\PERC\LOOP2 END.WAV C005 \\FLY\DR & PERC\FILL9.WAV D005 \\ROCK HEAD\PERC\LOOP2.WAV C006 \\FLY\DR & PERC\HAT END.WAV D006 \\ROCK HEAD\PERC\LOOP3 END.WAV C007 \\FLY\DR & PERC\INTRO5.
Harmony Sequence Chord Note List Chord types that enable chord conversion (26 types and N.C.) consist of the following notes. The following shows chord types with the root C. fig.Chprd Type Maj m sus4 dim M7 M9 add9 6 6(9) 7sus4 7 5 7(13) ––– 7 aug (N.C) * The 13th of the chord is not played.
Troubleshooting If the BR-1200CD does not function as you expect, please check the following points before assuming that a malfunction has occurred. If this does not resolve the problem, contact a nearby Roland service center or your dealer. The input cannot be heard ❍ Has the sound source been correctly connected to either an input jack or connector? If a connection is made to both the 1/4” phone mono jack and the XLR connector, priority will be given to the 1/4” phone mono jack.
Troubleshooting The recorded sound contains noise or distortion ❍ Is the input sensitivity set appropriately? If the input sensitivity is too high, the recorded sound will be distorted. If it is too low, the input sound will be buried in noise. Adjust the SENS knob so that the level meter moves as much as possible without causing the PEAK indicator to light.
Troubleshooting Synchronization problems Problems with USB Cannot synchronize The message “Waiting...” does not turn off When using MTC to synchronize the BR-1200CD with a MIDI sequencer, the BR-1200CD must be the master device. ❍ Is the MIDI cable connected correctly? ❍ Is the MIDI cable broken? ❍ Has the sync generator been set to the desired synchronization method (MTC or MIDI Clock)? (p. 246) ❍ If you are synchronizing with MTC, has the other device been set to the same MTC type? (p.
Error Messages Blank Disc! Data Too Large! Cause: Disc in the CD-R/RW drive contains no data. Cause 1: You attempted to import an SMF exceeding 250 KB. Action: Load a CD-R/RW disc that has data written on it. Action 1: Prepare the SMF to be loaded so that it is no more than 250 KB. Cannot Punch In for CD-R/RW! Cause: Action: You attempted to press [REC] after you had already pressed [PLAY] when directly bouncing tracks to a CD-R/RW disc (p. 87).
Error Messages Event Memory Full! Medium Error! Cause: The BR-1200CD has used up all the events that can be handled by one song. Cause: Action: Perform the Song Optimize operation. (p. 112) There is a problem with the CD-R/RW disc or hard disk. Alternatively, the disc on the CD-R/RW drive is unreadable. Finalized Disc! Action 1: Confirm that the correct type of disc is placed in the CD-R/RW drive. Cause: Data has already been written to the CD-R/RW disc, and the data has been finalized.
Error Messages Not CD-RW Disc! Too Long Name! Cause: The disc is not a CD-R/RW disc, so the data cannot be erased. Cause: The names of files and folders on the current CD-R/ RW disc are too long. Action: Use a CD-R/RW disc. Action: Add up the lengths of all file names and folder names, and then modify these names to reduce the total number of characters to 236 or less. Pattern Memory Full! Cause: The total number of sounds in the drum and bass patterns has exceeded 10,000.
DIGITAL RECORDING STUDIO Model: BR-1200CD MIDI Implementation ■Channel Voice Messages ●Note off 2nd byte kkH n = MIDI channel number: kk= Note number: vv = Note off velocity: 3rd byte vvH 0H - FH (ch.1 - ch.
MIDI Implementation ■System Realtime Message 2. Data Transmission ●Timing Clock ■Channel Voice Messages Status F8H ●Note off * Status 8nH Received during creation of sync tracks in the Sync Track screen. ●Start 2nd byte kkH Status FAH n = MIDI channel number: kk = Note number: vv = Note off velocity: * ●Note on Received when creation of the sync track begins in the Sync Track screen. ●Stop Status FCH * Received when creation of the sync track is finished in the Sync Track screen.
MIDI Implementation ❍Expression (Controller number 11) Status BnH 2nd byte 0BH n = MIDI channel number: vv = Expression: * 3rd byte vvH 0H - FH (ch.1 - ch.16) 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) When the MIDI parameter “MIDI Fader” is set to ON, this is transmitted via the MIDI channel set for the EXP PEDAL when the EXP PEDAL is operated.
MIDI Implementation ■System Realtime Messages ❍STOP (MCS) Status F0H ●Timing Clock Status F8H * Transmitted when “Sync Gen.” is “MIDI CLOCK” in the SYNC parameter. ●Start Status FAH * Transmitted when “Sync Gen.” is “MIDI CLOCK” in the SYNC parameter. ●Continue Status FBH * Transmitted when “Sync Gen.” is “MIDI CLOCK” in the SYNC parameter. ●Stop Status FCH * Transmitted when “Sync Gen.” is “MIDI CLOCK” in the SYNC parameter.
MIDI Implementation ❍LOCATE [MCP] Format2—LOCATE [TARGET] Status Data byte F0H 7FH, Dev, 06H, 44H, 06H, 01H, hrH, mnH, scH, frH, ffH Byte F0H 7FH Dev 06H 44H 06H 01H hrH, mnH, scH, frH, ffH F7H * 3.
MIDI Implementation Chart DIGITAL RECORDING STUDIO Date : Dec. 1, 2004 MIDI Implementation Chart Model BR-1200CD Transmitted Function...
Specifications BR-1200CD: Digital Recording Studio ● Tracks Track: 12 V-Track: 192 (16 V-Tracks per each Track) * Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 12 tracks can be played back simultaneously. ● Input Impedance GUITAR/BASS jack: 1 MΩ MIC 1, 2 jacks: 12.5 kΩ (HOT-COLD) (TRS balanced/XLR) 6.
Specifications ● Power Supply DC 12 V; Supply AC Adaptor (PSB-7U) ● Power Consumption 3.0 A ● Dimensions 478 (W) x 297 (D) x 95 (H) mm 18-7/8 (W) x 11-3/4 (D) x 3-3/4 (H) inches ● Weight 4.1 kg / 9 lbs 1 oz (Excluding AC Adaptor) ● Accessories AC Adaptor (PSB-7U) Owner’s Manual Roland Service (information sheet) CD-ROM “DISCRETE DRUMS” ● Options Expression Pedal: EV-5 (Roland) Foot Volume/Expression: FV-500L/FV-500H Foot Switch: FS-5U Pedal Switch: DP-2 (Roland) * 0 dBu = 0.
Index Symbols *TMP ..................... 119, 138, 144, 150, 160, 174, 188, 199 *TMP(CURRENT) ............... 122–123, 140, 144–145, 150 + ............................................. 100, 102, 105, 108, 205, 233 =>CHORD .................................................................... 214 =>COPY ........................................................ 168, 182, 208 =>DELETE ................................................... 169, 182, 208 =>FILL IN ......................................................
Index 352 C CANCEL ....................................................................... 121 CD hold time ................................................................ 238 CD HoldTime ............................................................... 238 CD player ...................................................................... 218 CD TRACK ..................................................................... 91 CD Track Marker .........................................................
Index Compatible OS ............................................................. 258 Compressor .................... 82, 116, 288, 291–292, 296, 317 Compressor Edit screen ............................................. 128 Compressor/Defretter ........................................ 288–289 CONCERT .................................................................... 299 Condenser microphone .............................................. 278 Connecting ......................................................
Index E 354 F F1–F3 ............................................................................... 25 Fade in ........................................................................... 151 FADE OUT ................................................................... 152 Fade-out ........................................................................ 151 FADER icon .................................................................. 253 Fader position ......................................................
Index G Gain ....................................................... 298, 303, 307, 314 Gain SW ........................................................................ 298 GATE ..................................................................... 178–179 Gate time ...................................................................... 178 GLOBAL icon ............................................................... 282 GM .................................................................
Index 356 M M.SCOPE ...................................................................... 179 Macintosh ............................................................. 258, 267 MANUAL ............................................................. 306, 310 Manual .................................................................. 302, 305 Manual punch in/out ................................................... 75 MAP EDIT .................................................... 134, 200, 210 MARK button ..........
Index MTC ....................................................................... 246–247 MTC Type ..................................................................... 247 MTL STK ....................................................................... 298 MTLLEAD .................................................................... 298 MUF FUZ ...................................................................... 297 N N.C. ................................................................................
Index 358 PRE-DELAY ......................................................... 125, 127 Pre-fader ....................................................................... 281 Pre-gap .......................................................................... 218 Pre-gap setting screen ................................................. 218 Presence ................................................................ 298, 307 Preset bass patterns .....................................................
Index Rehearsal .............................................................. 162, 176 REL .................................................................................. 83 RELATIVE TIME ......................................................... 248 RELEASE ...................................................................... 128 Release .......................................................... 304, 314, 317 Release Time ................................................................
Index 360 T T.E. ................................................................................. 299 TAP ................................................................ 158, 187, 198 [TAP] ............................................................................... 59 TAP button ..................................................................... 24 Tap tempo ..................................................... 158, 187, 198 Tap Time ................................................................
Index U V VALUE knobs ........................................................ 25, 120 Vibrato .......................................................... 288, 290, 310 Vibrato pedal ................................................................ 124 VIEW ............................................................................. 200 Vnt.Cn ........................................................................... 304 VO DRV ........................................................ 297, 307–308 vo drv .
Index V-TRACK button ........................................................... 24 V-Tracks .......................................................................... 44 W WAH ............................................................................. 310 Wah ............................................................... 288–291, 310 Wah pedal .................................................................... 124 Wah Type .....................................................................
USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
Section 1 Editing Section 2 Using Effects Section 3 Using Rhythm Section 4 Using the CD-R/RW Drive Section 5 Using MIDI Section 6 Using USB Section 7 Other Convenient Functions Section 8 Appendices Section 9 Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: Recording and Playback Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS BR-1200CD Digital Recording Studio.
