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DR-880 Application Guide (from pattern creation to playback)
Chap. 1
By using the EZ Compose function you can create original patterns very easily. You can also add
chord progressions and fill-ins.
You can use the Groove Modify function to change the rhythmic feel when playing the patterns you
create.
Of course, you can also create patterns by realtime recording or step recording. You can also perform
pattern editing operations, and even edit individual note data.
You can also import SMF data from your computer via a USB connection and use it as a pattern.
Select a Kit to choose the instrumental sounds you want to play. In addition, you can select a TSC
(Total Sound Control) patch to specify the overall sound and ambience. You can also specify the kit
and TSC patch used for each pattern.
You can edit kits and TSC patches, and save them as user kits and user patches.
You can create a song by placing your completed patterns in the desired playback order.
By making loop settings you can make a specific region of your song play repeatedly.
You can use guitar effects while playing your guitar or bass.
In addition to using the preset patches, you can also create and store user patches.
You can play back your completed patterns or songs, and play along on your guitar or bass connected
to the GUITAR/BASS INPUT. You can use a foot switch to control operations such as start/stop, or
use an expression pedal to control guitar volume or a pedal wah effect.
The playback sound from the DR-880 itself and from a connected guitar/bass is output as a digital
audio signal from DIGITAL OUT, letting you record it on a digital recorder.
The DR-880’s playback can be synchronized via MIDI with your MIDI sequencer or digital recorder.
In addition, you can register your favorite patterns, songs, or guitar effect patches in the FAVORITE
buttons for instant recall while you perform.
Creating patterns
Choosing your sounds
Creating a song
Using guitar effects
Performance and recording
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