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Section 3
Rev0.02
Using loop effects
Effects that are connected between the effect-send and effect-
return 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.
And since send levels can be set independently for each
different input and track, it is easy to set up conditions
where, for example, a lot of reverb is applied to a vocal line
but only a little is applied to the drums.
The BR-1200CD features CHORUS/DELAY/DOUBLING
and REVERB as loop effects, and using these, you can easily
and effectively add breadth and depth to the sound.
Reverb:
Reverb (or reverberation) is the result of countless reflections
from the floor, walls, and ceiling of the room in which the
musician is performing. Think of the sound that lingers and
fades away after you clap your hands in a church—this is
reverb. The actual sound of this effect can vary widely as a
result of factors such as the size of the performance space
(whether it be a room, hall, etc.), the shape of this space, and
the material of the walls or other surfaces that reflect the
sound waves.
Chorus:
A chorus effect creates a copy of the original sound with a very
slight change in pitch, and by superimposing this on top of the
original sound, it lets you add fatness and breadth to the sound.
Delay:
A delay is a little bit like an echo, and by repeating the
original sound after it is played, this effect can add a sense of
spaciousness and depth to the sound. In addition, when this
effect is applied to instruments that play melodies, it can
make their performance sound smoother or can add an extra
bounce to their rhythm.
Doubling:
A doubling effect sets up a tiny time deviation (or short
delay) between the left and right sides of a signal to give the
sound a stereo feel.
You can only select and use one chorus, delay, or
doubling effect—two or more of these effects cannot be
used at the same time. Note, however, that reverb can be
used at the same time as a chorus, delay, or doubling
effect.
Changing the Loop Effect Settings
Chorus/Delay/Doubling
Although you can make settings for the chorus, delay, and
doubling in screens they share, they cannot be used
simultaneously; you must select one of them before it can be
used.
The procedures for selecting chorus, delay, and doubling and
adjusting the tone are described below.
1. Press [CHORUS/DELAY].
The Chorus/Delay/Doubling Send screen will appear.
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Pressing [F1] (MIN) at this time sets the chorus/delay/
doubling send level to the minimum value (0). Conversely,
pressing [F2] (MAX) sets the chorus/delay/doubling send
level to the maximum value (100).
2. Press [F3] (EDIT).
The Chorus/Delay/Doubling Edit screen will appear.
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3. Move the cursor to the parameter that you want to
change and select a new setting using the TIME/
VALUE dial.
You will be able to hear how your new settings change
the chorus/delay/doubling sound.
TYPE CHORUS, DELAY, DOUBL’N
This parameter selects the type of effect.
■ When CHORUS is selected
PRE-DELAY
0.5–50.0 ms (Default: 20.0 ms)
This adjusts the delay between output of the direct sound and
output of the effect sound.
RATE 0–100 (Default: 50)
Adjusts the rate of the chorus.
DEPTH 0–100 (Default: 50)
Adjusts the depth of the chorus.
LOW CUT FLAT, 40 Hz–800 Hz (Default: FLAT)
This parameter sets the low-band cutoff characteristic of the
chorus sound.