Roland Prelude User Manual

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10Panel DescriptionsFront Panel1. VOLUME knobThis knob controls the volume of the entire Prelude. Beware of excessive levels as they may cause the spe

1001191 (PC: 41)GM2 BRUSH1192 (PC: 49)GM2 ORCHSTRA1193 (PC: 57)GM2 SFXHigh Q ClosedHi-hat -----Slap Pedal Hi-hat -----Scratch Push Open

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102Chord Intelligence● = Constituent notes of this chord★ = Keys you need to press to hear this chord when “Chord Mode” in “Performance Parameters” is

103Chord Intelligence● = Constituent notes of this chord★ = Keys you need to press to hear this chord when “Chord Mode” in “Performance Parameters” is

104MIDI Implementation ChartFunction...BasicChannelPitch BendProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveSystemCommonSystemRealtimeAuxMessagesNotesTransmitted Recogn

105SpecificationsPrelude: Music KeykoardConforms to General MIDI 2 System)Style Converter 3 System RequirementsPlaylist Editor System Requirements986*

106IndexAAC Adaptor ... 14Accompaniment ...

107IndexLower MFX Reverb Send ... 40Lower MFX Source ...

108IndexSONG TRACK ... 27Song Trans ...

109As of Jan. 1, 2009 (ROLAND)InformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Rolanddistributor in your

11Panel Descriptions16. VALUE dialUse this to edit the value of the parameters (settings) in the screen.EDIT section17. Cursor buttons ([ ] [ ] [ ] [

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12Panel DescriptionsRear Panel1. LCD CONTRAST knobAdjusts the display’s contrast (p. 16).2. MIDI OUT/IN connectorsConnect MIDI devices to these connec

13IntroductionWhat is a Performance? (p. 36)A “Performance” is a group of settings that specifies the Tone and Style, the keyboard mode, and various o

14IntroductionNon-Rewritable memoryPreset memoryData in Preset memory cannot be rewritten. However, you can call up settings from preset Performances

15Introductionfig.codef.epsThe Prelude contains an internal amplification system but can also be connected to audio equipment such as a monitor speake

16Introduction1. Turn the [LCD CONTRAST] knob on the rear panel.Moving the cursorA single screen or window displays multiple parameters or items for s

17Introduction1. Press [MENU].2. Use [ ] [ ] to select “Demo Play” then press [ENTER].3. Use the cursor buttons to select the song you want to hear th

18IntroductionHere you can specify whether the sound from the EXT INPUT jack (p. 15) will be used.You can also specify whether the Center Cancel funct

19 Keyboard Mode Functions Immediately after you turn on the power, the Prelude will be in a state where you can use the entire keyboard to play a pia

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20Keyboard Mode Functions3. To exit Dual mode, press [DUAL] once again so its light goes out. The Prelude contains more than 1000 different Tones. You

21Keyboard Mode Functions3. When you’ve finished making settings, press [EXIT] once to close the window.This setting determines how the volume changes

22Keyboard Mode FunctionsAudio data cannot be transposed. 3. Hold down [TRANSPOSE], and use the VALUE dial to specify the desired value.[TRANSPOSE] wi

23Backing Track FunctionsThe Prelude allows you to use the following three types of musical backing. To switch the backing type, use BACKING TYPE [STY

24Backing Track Functions1. Press [STYLE] so the button is lit.At this time, the keyboard Split Point will be set to “C4” (the default setting).If you

25Backing Track Functions3. To exit the PERFORM MIXER screen, press [EXIT] or press [PART VIEW] so its light is turned off.Sync Start/Stop (SYNC butto

26Backing Track Functions6. Press [ENTER] to delete the Style(s).If you press [EXIT], you’re returned to the previous screen without deleting the Styl

27Backing Track FunctionsEven without pressing [ ], recording starts when you play on the keyboard…(1) if the [SYNC START] button is lit, or…(2) if yo

28Backing Track FunctionsIn the SONG TRACK screen you can overdub additional material onto your recorded performance, or re-record the specified measu

29Backing Track FunctionsA confirmation window will appear.5. Press [ENTER] to save the Song.If you press [EXIT], you’re returned to the previous scre

3 Using the unit safely 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ...

30Backing Track FunctionsMoving the playback location of a songUse the SONG buttons to specify the song playback location.Performing along with a song

31Backing Track FunctionsMain ScreenWhen you connect USB memory to the Prelude and press [USB MEMORY PLAYER], the Main screen will appear as follows.1

32Backing Track Functions2. Use [ ] [ ] to select the playlist that you want to play.3. When you press [ ], the songs in the selected playlist will be

33Backing Track FunctionsIf you modify the content of the playlist, an “*” will be shown before the playlist name. If you want to keep the playlist yo

34Performance Functions and EffectsThe D Beam controller can be used simply by waving your hand over it. Depending on the function that is assigned to

35Performance Functions and EffectsD Beam functions marked with an “*” cannot be recorded in a song.STREAM*The sound of running water will continue as

36Performance Functions and EffectsIf you turn off the power while the D BEAM screen is displayed, the D Beam setting you chose will not be remembered

37Performance Functions and Effects4. Use [ ] [ ] or the VALUE dial to select a Performance.5. Press [ENTER] to set the Performance.If you press [EXIT

38Performance Functions and EffectsEditing a Tone in detailYou can edit the currently selected Tone (including rhythm set Tones) in more detail. The T

39Performance Functions and EffectsPortamento is an effect that smoothly changes the pitch from one note to the next. Vibrato is an effect that uses a

4 011 • Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. ..

40Performance Functions and EffectsThe Prelude contains built-in reverb, chorus, and multi-effect (MFX) processors. You can choose an effect type for

41Performance Functions and EffectsEFFECT SOURCEUpper MFX SourceSpecifies the MFX settings that will be used for the Upper Part. If you choose “PERFOR

42Using MIDIThe Prelude can transmit and receive performance data when connected to an external MIDI device, which enables the two devices to control

43Using MIDIMIDI ParametersIf you want to use the Prelude with an external MIDI sequencer, for example to create Styles, proceed as follows.1. Press [

44Using MIDIIf you use a USB cable (commercially available) to connect the USB MIDI connector located on the Prelude’s rear panel to the USB connector

45System SettingsSettings that affect the entire operating environment of the Prelude, such as tuning and MIDI message reception, are referred to as “

46System SettingsPedal AssignFILL UPThe pedal will trigger a fill-in, and then the next variation will play (e.g., from MAIN “1” to “2”). Once you rea

47System SettingsSettings cannot be stored for the parameters marked by “*” in the table. When the power is turned on, these parameter will always ret

48Using USB MemoryYou can save Prelude user data to USB memory (i.e., back up data), or load data from USB memory into the Prelude. Data you’ve downlo

49Using USB MemoryDeleting user data that you loadedTo delete User Styles, refer to “Deleting a User Style” (p. 25).To delete User Songs, refer to “De

5 Important notes In addition to the items listed under “Using the unit safely” (p. 3), please read and observe the following: Power Supply • Do not

50About V-LINKConnecting the Prelude to a V-LINK compatible image device allows you to control the images with the Prelude.To prevent malfunction and/

51About V-LINK* On V-LINK compatible devices such as the Edirol DV-7PR/P-1, only Note Tx Channel A is used.In motion dive .tokyo Performance Package,

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53TroubleshootingThis section provides points to check and actions to take when the Prelude does not function as you expect. Refer to the appropriate

54AppendicesPitch Is WrongFor some Tones, the pitch in certain ranges may sound different than other Tones.—Could the tuning of the Prelude be incorre

55Error MessagesIf an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error message will appear. Refer

56Effects ListThe multi-effects feature 78 different kinds of effects. Some of the effects consist of two or more different effects connected in serie

57Some effect parameters (such as Rate or Delay Time) can be set in terms of a note value.Such parameters have a num/note switch that lets you specify

58This is a four-band stereo equalizer (low, mid x 2, high).fig.MFX-01This is a stereo spectrum. Spectrum is a type of filter which modifies the timbr

59This is a filter with an extremely sharp slope. The cutoff frequency can be varied cyclically.fig.MFX-05This is a filter whose cutoff frequency can

6 Important notes • Do not bend or drop USB memory, or subject it to strong impact.• Do not leave USB memory in direct sunlight or in locations such

60Cyclically controls a filter to create cyclic change in timbre.fig.MFX-08Adds a vowel character to the sound, making it similar to a human voice.fig

61A phase-shifted sound is added to the original sound and modulated.fig.MFX-11The phaser effect will be varied gradually.fig.MFX-12Extremely high set

62A phaser that continues raising/lowering the frequency at which the sound is modulated.fig.MFX-14This is an effect that applies amplitude modulation

63Cyclically modulates the stereo location of the sound.fig.MFX-18aThis uses a 16-step sequence to vary the panning of the sound.fig.MFX-19By applying

64The Rotary effect simulates the sound of the rotary speakers often used with the electric organs of the past. Since the movement of the high range a

65This is a stereo flanger. (The LFO has the same phase for left and right.) It produces a metallic resonance that rises and falls like a jet airplane

66This is a chorus effect with added Tremolo (cyclic modulation of volume).fig.MFX-27This is a multiple chorus that applies two-phase modulation in st

67This applies a 3D effect to the flanger sound. The flanger sound will be positioned 90 degrees left and 90 degrees right.fig.MFX-30This applies a 3D

68A flanger that lets you apply an effect independently to the low-frequency and high-frequency ranges.fig.MFX-33A step flanger that lets you apply an

69Creates a soft distortion similar to that produced by vacuum tube amplifiers.fig.MFX-35Produces a more intense distortion than Overdrive. The parame

7 Main Features The Ideal Music Keyboard for Entertainment High-quality sounds ● The latest sounds generated by a top-level sound generator with 128-

70Specifications for each Speaker TypeThe speaker column indicates the diameter of each speaker unit (in inches) and the number of units.Flattens out

71This is a stereo delay.When Feedback Mode is NORMAL:fig.MFX-43aWhen Feedback Mode is CROSS:fig.MFX-43bA delay that provides a long delay time.fig.MF

72Adds modulation to the delayed sound.When Feedback Mode is NORMAL:fig.MFX-46aWhen Feedback Mode is CROSS:fig.MFX-46bProduces three delay sounds; cen

73This effect provides four delays. Each of the Delay Time parameters can be set to a note length based on the selected tempo. You can also set the pa

74This applies a 3D effect to the delay sound. The delay sound will be positioned 90 degrees left and 90 degrees right.fig.MFX-52A stereo delay in whi

75A virtual tape echo that produces a realistic tape delay sound. This simulates the tape echo section of a Roland RE-201 Space Echo.fig.MFX-55In addi

76In addition to a Lo-Fi effect, this effect also generates radio noise.fig.MFX-58fig.MFX-59Simulates a sound recorded on an analog record and played

77Shifts the pitch of the original sound. This 2-voice pitch shifter has two pitch shifters, and can add two pitch shifted sounds to the original soun

78This is a special type of reverb in which the reverberant sound is cut off before its natural length.fig.MFX-65fig.MFX-66fig.MFX-67fig.MFX-6865: GA

79The parameters are essentially the same as in “66: OVERDRIVE → CHORUS,” with the exception of the following two.Overdrive Drive → Distortion Drive,

8 Contents Using the unit safely ...3Important notes ...5Main Features...

80fig.MFX-74fig.MFX-75fig.MFX-7674: ENHANCER → DELAYParameter Value DescriptionEnhancer Sens 0–127 Sensitivity of the enhancerEnhancer Mix 0–127Lev

81fig.MFX-77On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal allows other strings to resonate in sympathy with the notes you play, creating rich an

82The Prelude’s Chorus effect unit can also be used as a stereo delay unit.These settings allow you to select chorus or delay, and the characteristics

83These settings allow you to select the desired type of reverb, and its characteristics.Reverb ParametersParameterValue DescriptionReverb Type0 (OFF)

84Tone List*Nos. 897–1152 (Tones) and Nos. 1185–1193 (Rhythms) are GM2 sounds.No. Name Category MSB LSB PC1 Rich Grand AC.PIANO 87 64 12 88ConcertPno

85151 Chapel Organ ORGAN 87 65 23152 Grand Pipe ORGAN 87 65 24153 Pipe Org/Mod ORGAN 87 65 25154 Masked Opera ORGAN

86305 Stringz 101 STRINGS 87 66 49306 Crossed Bows STRINGS 87 66 50307 Warm Strings STRINGS 87 66 51308 Stacc mp Str STRINGS

87459 Stimulation HARD LEAD 87 67 75460 BodyElectric HARD LEAD 87 67 76461 Classic Lead HARD LEAD 87 67 77462 Feat Lead HARD LEAD

88613 Echo Echo PULSATING 87 68 101614 Keep going PULSATING 87 68 102615 Arposphere PULSATING 87 68 103616 Voco Riff PULSATIN

89767 Metal Swell BRIGHT PAD 87 69 127768 NuSoundtrack BRIGHT PAD 87 69 128769 Phat Strings BRIGHT PAD 87 70 1770 Soft OB Pad SOFT PAD

9 USB Memory Player (SMF/Audio File Player)... 30 Playing Back SMF/Audio Files ...30USB Memory Pla

90921 Celesta KEYBOARDS 121 0 9922 Glockenspiel BELL 121 0 10923 Music Box BELL 121 0 11924 Vibraphone MAL

911075 Metal Pad BRIGHT PAD 121 0 941076 Halo Pad BRIGHT PAD 121 0 951077 Sweep Pad SOFT PAD 121 0 961078 Ice Rain

92Rhythm Set ListPreset Group GM GroupTone No Name1153 GW Std Kit1154 WD Std Kit 1155 LD Std Kit 1156 TY Std Kit 1157 StandardKit11158 StandardKit2

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941159StandardKit31160Rock Kit 11161Rock Kit 21162Brush Jz Kit1163Orch Kit1164909 808 KitHipHop Kick2 R&B Kick MaxLow Kick2 TR909 Kick1a Timpani

951165Limiter Kit1166HipHop Kit 11167R&B Kit1168HiFi R&B Kit1169Machine Kit11170Kit-Euro:POPDance Kick 1 PlasticKick2 70's Kick MaxLow

961171House Kit1172Nu Technica 1173Machine Kit21174ArtificalKit 1175Noise Kit1176Kick MenuTR909 Kick 3 SH32 Kick 1 AnalogKick 5 TR909 Kick 2 TR909 Ki

971177Snare Menu1178Snr/Rim Menu1179HiHat Menu1180Tom Menu1181Clp&Cym&Hit 1182FX/SFX Menu----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ---------- ----- -----

981183Percussion1184Scrh&Voi&WldCowbell -----Cowbell Mute -----Cowbell2 Lng -----Cowbell2 Edg -----Cowbell3 mf -----Cowbell3 f -----Wo

99272829313335303234394041434547424446363837515253555759545658485049C2C3Note No.6364656769716668707576777981837880827274738788848685C5C66260C461GM Gro