Roland XV-88 User Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland XV-88 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer.* Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Co

10ContentsChapter 7. Adding Effects...105About the Onboard Effects ...

100Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsWMT TUNE (WMT Tune)fig.06-17Coarse (Coarse Tune)Adjusts the pitch of the waveform’s sound up or down in semitone ste

101Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsChapter 6V-Sens (Pitch Envelope Velocity Sensitivity)Keyboard playing dynamics can be used to control the depth of t

102Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsCutoff (Cutoff Frequency)Selects the frequency at which the filter begins to have an effect on the waveform’s freque

103Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsChapter 6V-T1 (TVF Envelope Time 1 Velocity Sensitivity)Use this parameter when you want velocity to affect T1 (Time

104Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsTVA VELOCITYfig.06-27Velocity Sens (TVA Envelope Velocity Sensitivity)Specifies how keyboard playing dynamics will a

105Chapter 7Chapter 7. Adding EffectsThis chapter explains how effects are applied in Patch/Rhythm Set mode or Performance mode.For information about

106Chapter 7. Adding EffectsApplying Effects in Patch Mode or Rhythm Set ModeOnly one Multi-effect, Chorus, or Reverb effect can be set for each Patch

107Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Audio Signal FlowThe audio path of direct sounds or sounds that have been passed through the effects in Patch/Rhy

108Chapter 7. Adding EffectsSelecting the Way the Direct Sound is OutputHere, set the way the direct sound is output for each Patch or Rhythm Set. The

109Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7• The output destination of the signal after passing through the chorus is set with Output Assign parameter or Se

11ContentsInitializing Sound Generator Settings (INIT)...185Initiali

110Chapter 7. Adding EffectsINDIV 3: Output to the INDIVIDUAL 3 jack in mono without passing through Multi-effects.INDIV 4: Output to the INDIVIDUAL 4

111Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Applying Effects in Performance ModeOnly one Multi-effect, Chorus, or Reverb effect can be set for each Performan

112Chapter 7. Adding EffectsAudio Signal FlowThe audio path of direct sounds or sounds that have been passed through the effects in Performance mode i

113Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Selecting the Way the Direct Sound is OutputHere, set the way the direct sound is output and the amount of each e

114Chapter 7. Adding Effects5. Either rotate the VALUE dial or press [INC/+]/[DEC/-] to set the value.6. Press [EXIT] to return to the PERFORM PLAY pa

115Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7MFX PRM (MFX Parameter)fig.07-09MFX Parameter sets the parameters for the Multi-effects selected by the Multi-eff

116Chapter 7. Adding EffectsSource (Multi-Effects Control Source)Sets the MIDI message used to change the Multi-effects parameter with the Multi-effec

117Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Multi-Effects TypesMulti-Effects provides 63 types of effect. This section explains the features of each Multi-ef

118Chapter 7. Adding EffectsSelecting Multi-Effects by CategoryPressing [PATCH FINDER] in the MFX TYPE page switches the display to the following page

119Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 701: STEREO EQ (Stereo Equalizer)This is a four-band stereo equalizer (low, mid x 2, high).fig.MFX-01LowFreq (Low

12ContentsAppendices ...213Troubleshooting...

120Chapter 7. Adding Effects03: DISTORTIONThis effect produces a more intense distortion than Overdrive.fig.MFX-03Drive #Adjust the degree of distorti

121Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 705: SPECTRUMSpectrum is a type of filter which modifies the timbre by boosting or cutting the level at specific f

122Chapter 7. Adding Effects07: AUTO WAHThe Auto Wah cyclically controls a filter to create cyclic change in timbre.fig.MFX-07Filter (Filter Type)Sele

123Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Level (Output Level) #Adjust the output level.09: COMPRESSORThe Compressor flattens out high levels and boosts lo

124Chapter 7. Adding Effects11: HEXA-CHORUSHexa-chorus uses a six-phase chorus (six layers of chorused sound) to give richness and spatial spread to t

125Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 713: SPACE-DSpace-D is a multiple chorus that applies two-phase modulation in stereo. It gives no impression of mo

126Chapter 7. Adding Effects15: STEREO FLANGERThis is a stereo flanger. (The LFO has the same phase for left and right.) It produces a metallic resona

127Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7LowGain (Low Gain)Adjust the gain of the low frequency range.Hi Gain (High Gain)Adjust the gain of the high frequ

128Chapter 7. Adding Effects18: MODULATION DELAYThis effect adds modulation to the delayed sound, producing an effect similar to a flanger.When Feedba

129Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 719: TRIPLE TAP DELAYThe Triple Tap Delay produces three delay sounds; center, left and right.fig.MFX-19Delay C (D

13Main Features128-Voice PolyphonyThe previous maximum number of 64 simultaneous voices has been expanded to 128, providing ample expression capabilit

130Chapter 7. Adding Effects20: QUADRUPLE TAP DELAYThe Quadruple Tap Delay has four delays.fig.MFX-20aThe stereo location of each delay sound is as fo

131Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 721: TIME CONTROL DELAYThis effect allows you to use a specified controller (the controller selected in Multi-effe

132Chapter 7. Adding EffectsLvl Bal (Level Balance)Adjust the volume balance between the Pitch Shift A and Pitch Shift B sounds.Balance (Effect Balanc

133Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 724: REVERBThe Reverb effect adds reverberation to the sound, simulating an acoustic space.fig.MFX-24Type (Reverb

134Chapter 7. Adding Effects26: OVERDRIVE→CHORUSThis effect connects an overdrive and a chorus in series.fig.MFX-26OD DriveAdjust the degree of overdr

135Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 728: OVERDRIVE→DELAYThis effect connects an overdrive and a delay in series.fig.MFX-28OD DriveAdjust the degree of

136Chapter 7. Adding Effects32: ENHANCER→CHORUSThis effect connects an enhancer and a chorus in series.fig.MFX-32Enhancer Sens (Enhancer Sensitivity)

137Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 734: ENHANCER→DELAYThis effect connects an enhancer and a delay in series.fig.MFX-34Enhancer Sens (Enhancer Sensit

138Chapter 7. Adding Effects36: FLANGER→DELAYThis effect connects a flanger and a delay in series.fig.MFX-36Flg Dly (Flanger Pre Delay Time)Adjust the

139Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 738: CHORUS/DELAYThis effect connects a chorus and a delay in parallel. The parameters are the same as for “35: CH

14Front and Rear PanelFront Panelfig.00-02D BEAM CONTROLLER SectionYou can apply a variety of effects to sounds simply by moving your hand. → (p. 45)[

140Chapter 7. Adding EffectsX-Fbk (Cross Feedback Level)Adjust the proportion (%) of the phaser sound that is to be returned to the input. Positive (+

141Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Cutoff (Cutoff Frequency)Sets the cutoff frequency when a specific frequency band is cut off by a filter.Step Rat

142Chapter 7. Adding EffectsLowGain (Low Gain) Specifies the low frequency gain (amount of boost or cut).Positive (+) settings will emphasize (boost)

143Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 745: MULTI TAP DELAYThe Multi Tap Delay has four delays. Each of the Delay Time parameters can be specified as a n

144Chapter 7. Adding Effects46: REVERSE DELAYReverse Delay is a delay effect that adds the reverse of the input sound as the delay sound.fig.MFX-46Del

145Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 747: SHUFFLE DELAYShuffle Delay adds a shuffle to the delay sound, giving the sound a bouncy delay effect with a s

146Chapter 7. Adding Effects48: 3D DELAYThis applies a 3D effect to the delay sound. The delay sound will be positioned 90 degrees left and 90 degrees

147Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 749: PITCH SHIFTERA Pitch Shifter shifts the pitch of the direct sound. This 3-voice pitch shifter has three pitch

148Chapter 7. Adding Effects51: LOFI NOISEIn addition to a Lo-Fi effect, this effect also generates various types of noise, such as radio noise and di

149Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Level (Output Level) #Adjust the output level.53: OVERDRIVE 2This is an overdrive that provides heavy distortion.

15Front and Rear Panelfig.00-03[RHYTHM]Selects Rhythm Set mode. → (p. 39)[ZONE]When the XV-88 is in Performance mode, this switches it to the Zone mod

150Chapter 7. Adding Effects55: STEREO COMPRESSORfig.MFX-55SustainAdjust the time over which low level sounds are boosted until they reach the specifi

151Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 757: GATEThe Gate effect cuts the reverb’s delay according to the volume of the sound input to the effects device.

152Chapter 7. Adding EffectsModeSets the manner in which the volume changes as one beat progresses to the next.LEGATO: The change in volume from one b

153Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Filter TypeOFF: A filter will not be used.LPF: The frequency region above the Cutoff Freq setting will be cut.HPF

154Chapter 7. Adding EffectsStep Rate (Step Rate Switch/Step Rate #)Determines whether the pitch is changed in a stepped fashion (ON) or not (OFF).And

155Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 763: AUTO PANThe Auto Pan effect cyclically modulates the stereo location of the sound.fig.MFX-63Mod Wave (Modulat

156Chapter 7. Adding EffectsMaking Chorus SettingsYou can make the settings for Chorus used by Patches/Rhythm Sets/Performances.Setting Procedure1. Af

157Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7CHO PRM (CHO Parameter)fig.07-14Sets the parameter for the Chorus selected by the Chorus type. The parameters tha

158Chapter 7. Adding EffectsCHO OUT (Chorus Output)fig.07-15Output Assign (Chorus Output Assign)Selects the pair of OUTPUT jacks to which the Chorus s

159Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Functions of ParametersThe functions of Reverb parameters are explained according to the display arrangement.REV

16Front and Rear Panel[PHRASE PREVIEW]/[DEMO]PHRASE PREVIEW: Press this when you wish to use phrases to audition a patch. → (p. 32)DEMO: To hear the d

160Chapter 7. Adding Effects● For Type: SRV ROOM/SRV HALL/SRV PLATEPre Delay (Pre Delay Time)This specifies the time between when the direct sound is

161Chapter 7. Adding EffectsChapter 7Copying Another Effect Setting (Effects Copy)This function lets you copy data of any Performance, Patch, or Rhyth

162Chapter 8. Saving SoundsModifications you make to a sound are temporary, and will be lost when the power is turned off, or when another Performance

163Chapter 8. Saving SoundsChapter 8Temporary MemoryTemporary AreaThis area holds data for the Performance, Patch, and Rhythm Set you select using the

164Chapter 8. Saving SoundsSaving to Internal MemoryThis function writes sound settings you’ve modified into internal USER group (user memory).When yo

165Chapter 8. Saving SoundsChapter 82. Press [UNDO/COMPARE].The PATCH COMPARE page appears, making it possible to sound the save destination Patch.fig

166Chapter 8. Saving SoundsSaving to an External MIDI DeviceYou can save data by transmitting it to an external MIDI device (MIDI sequencer, etc.).Con

167Chapter 8. Saving SoundsChapter 8Saving a Group of Tones to a Memory CardThe Performances, Patches, Rhythm Sets, System and Favorite List settings

168Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Functions related to the XV-88’s overall operating environment, including the dis

169Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Chapter 9System TempoSystem Tempo sets the tempo value when the System Tempo Cloc

17Front and Rear PanelRear Panelfig.00-05fig.00-06Power SwitchPress to turn the power on/off. → (Quick Start; p. 18)AC InletConnect the included power

170Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Remote (Remote Keyboard Switch)Set this parameter ON when you want to use an exte

171Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Chapter 9TRANSMIT MIDIfig.09-09Specify how MIDI messages will be transmitted.Prog

172Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)HOLD PEDALfig.09-13Sets the function of the pedal connected to the HOLD PEDAL jac

173Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Chapter 9C1–C4 Output (C1–C4 Slider Output)Selects the sound generator(s) (the in

174Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)KEY SCALEfig.09-19If you wish to define a scale for use in Performance mode/GM mo

175Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Chapter 9SHAMISEN: The playing style of a Shamisen.BOUND BALL: A style suggestive

176Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Beat PatternSelect the beat pattern from the choices below. This setting will aff

177Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Chapter 9Polarity (D Beam Polarity)Switches the polarity of the D Beam controller

178Chapter 9. Getting More Familiar with the XV-88 (System Functions)Checking the Installation of the Wave Expansion Board and Controlling External MI

179Chapter 10Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)The Utility mode allows you to store Performance/Patch/Rhythm Set settings (Write), and transmi

18Front and Rear Panelfig.00-11OUTPUT A (MIX) Jacks (L (MONO), R)These jacks output the audio signal to the connected mixer/amplifier system in stereo

180Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)3. Use or to select the desired function (the function name will blink), and press [ENTER].The display fo

181Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10Saving a PatchThe settings of the current Patch will be written into user memory. Press [UTILIT

182Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Copying Sound Generator Settings (COPY)This function lets you copy data of any Performance, Patch, or Rhy

183Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10Copying a PatchTo copy the settings of a Patch, press [UTILITY] in Patch mode, then perform Cop

184Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Copying a Rhythm SetTo copy the Rhythm Set settings, press [UTILITY] in Rhythm Set mode and perform Copy

185Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10Initializing Sound Generator Settings (INIT)This function resets settings of the current Perfor

186Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)You can specify the data to be transmitted by selecting the appropriate combination shown below.For examp

187Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10You can specify the data to be transmitted by selecting the appropriate combination shown below

188Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Protecting the Internal Memory (PROTECT)This feature helps prevent the accidental overwriting of user mem

189Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10Formatting the Memory Card for the XV-88 (FORMAT)This function initializes (formats) a memory c

19Chapter 1Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88How the XV-88 Is OrganizedBasic StructureThe XV-88 can be broadly divided into two sections: a keyboard con

190Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Checking the Contents of a Memory Card (INFO)You can view the number of files on a memory card, its remai

191Chapter 10. Memory Settings (Utility Mode)Chapter 10Recalling Factory Default Settings (FACTORY RESET)You can restore all settings stored in the XV

192Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)The XV-88 features a GM mode—a convenient way to play back or create GM score data (music

193Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Chapter 11Muting a Specific PartWhen you switch over to GM mode, all Parts will be set to

194Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Making Effects Settings in GM Mode (EFFECTS)In GM mode, a GM-exclusive Chorus and Reverb

195Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Chapter 11GM CHORUSfig.11-04Type (Chorus Type)Selects the type of Chorus.CHORUS 1–4: Chor

196Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Rx Sw (Receive Switch)Specifies whether each Part will receive Note messages (ON), or not

197Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Chapter 11CONTROLfig.11-10BendRng (Bend Range)Specifies the amount of pitch change in sem

198Chapter 11. Using the XV-88 as a GM Sound Module (GM Mode)Convenient Functions in GM Mode (GM Utility)In the GM mode, you can initialize GM mode, a

199Chapter 12Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88This section discusses various techniques for effectively using the XV-88 for specific ap

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20Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Classification of XV-88 Sound TypesWhen using the XV-88, you will notice that a variety of different categories come

200Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Changing the Speed of the Rotary Effect to Synchronize It to the LFO CycleInstead of using an effec

201Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 12Modifying Multi-Effects to Match the System’s TempoIn the following example, we will sync

202Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-881. On the PATCH PLAY page, select a Patch that uses a Phrase Loop.2. Set the Clock Source parameter

203Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 126. Set the P.C# parameter to match the Program Change number for the Tone you want the ex

204Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-884. If you wish to play only the external MIDI sound module, set the Local Switch to off.The Local S

205Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 12Playing the XV-88’s Sound Generator from an External MIDI Device1. Set the COMPUTER switc

206Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Changing the Multi-Effects Settings From an External MIDI Device in RealtimeThe Multi-effects setti

207Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 12Selecting PatchesThe MIDI messages transmitted by the external MIDI device will be receiv

208Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Enjoying Desktop MusicThe XV-88 can be controlled by music software running on a computer. This wil

209Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 124. Connect the other end of the Computer cable to the COMPUTER connector on the left side

21Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Chapter 1Rhythm SetsA Rhythm Set is a grouping of percussion instruments (Rhythm Tones). Since percussion instrument

210Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-883. Use a MIDI cable to connect the MIDI OUT connector of the MIDI interface to the MIDI IN connecto

211Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88Chapter 12Disconnecting the Keyboard from the Internal Sound Generator (Local OFF)The XV-88 contain

212Chapter 12. Realizing the Potential of the XV-88How MIDI Messages Are Exchanged with a ComputerDepending on the setting of the COMPUTER switch, MID

213Appendices

214TroubleshootingIf the this unit does not function in the way you expect, first check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, co

215TroubleshootingAppendicesIs the rear panel COMPUTER switch set to the correct position?• If you are using the XV-88 while connected to a computer,

216TroubleshootingSound Is Distorted• Is an effect which distorts the sound being applied? (p. 117)• If the sound is distorted for specific Patches or

217TroubleshootingAppendicesWhen Using Sequencing Software, Operating the Sliders or Other Controls Does Not Affect the Sound• For some sequencing pro

218Error MessagesIf there has been a mistake in operation, or if the XV-88 is unable to continue processing as you directed, an error message will app

219Error MessagesAppendicesfig.err12Situation: A problem has occurred with the MIDI cable connections.Action: Check that MIDI cables are not broken or

22Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Setting the MIDI Connection (Zone and Part)Although the XV-88’s keyboard controller section and sound generator sect

220Quick Reference of ProceduresThe XV-88 has a large number of functions. This section gives the procedures for using some of the frequently-used fun

221Quick Reference of ProceduresAppendicesPatch ModeModifying Zone Settings (basic procedure)1. Turn on the [ZONE] indicator.2. Use the function butto

222Quick Reference of ProceduresRhythm Set ModeModifying Patch Settings (basic procedure)1. Turn on the [EDIT] indicator.2. Use the function buttons t

223Quick Reference of ProceduresAppendicesController SettingsModifying Rhythm Set Settings (basic procedure)1. Turn on the [EDIT] indicator.2. Use the

224Quick Reference of ProceduresControlling Tone Parameters of the Patch by the Slider or Pedal (Matrix Controller)For each Patch, you can specify up

225Quick Reference of ProceduresAppendicesSaving and Loading DataControlling Multi-effects Parameters by the Slider or Pedal (Multi-effects Controller

226Quick Reference of ProceduresSaving Patch Settings1. In Patch mode, press [UTILITY].2. Select “1. WRITE” on the UTIL 1 page.3. Specify the writing

227Quick Reference of ProceduresAppendicesControlling External MIDI DevicesDeleting a File from Memory Card1. Press [UTILITY].2. Select “1. CARD” on t

228Quick Reference of ProceduresControlling the XV-88 from an External MIDI DeviceSetting the MIDI Receive Channel for Performance Mode (for each Part

229Quick Reference of ProceduresAppendicesOthersUsing the Panic FunctionPress [SHIFT] + [EXIT].Adjusting the TuningMaster parameter (SYSTEM/TUNE/SYSTE

23Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Chapter 1Number of VoicesThe XV-88 is able to play up to 128 notes simultaneously. The following paragraphs discuss

230Parameter ListPerformance Parameters* Parameters that can be set independently for each Part are indicated by “P.”COMMON Group (p. 51)Display Param

231Parameter ListAppendicesMIDI Group (p. 52)Display Parameter ValueMIDI Channel MIDI receive channel 1–16 PRx Sw Receive switch OFF, ON PMute Sw Mute

232Parameter ListZone Parameters* Parameters that can be set independently for each Tone are indicated by “Z.”COMMON Group (p. 58)Display Parameter Va

233Parameter ListAppendicesD BEAM Group (p. 63)Display Parameter ValueD BEAM CONTROL Assign D Beam assign (*1)Output D Beam output OFF, INT, MIDI, BOT

234Parameter ListEFFECTS Group (p. 75)Display Parameter ValueOUTPUT Output Assign Output assign MFX, OUTPUT A/B, INDIV 1–4TOutput level 0–127 TChorus

235Parameter ListAppendicesCONTROL Group (p. 76)Display Parameter ValuePATCH KEY MODE Assign Key assign POLY, MONOLegato Solo legato switch OFF, ONLeg

236Parameter ListLFO Group (p. 83)Display Parameter ValueLFO1 WAVE Form LFO waveform SIN,TRI, SAW-UP, SAW-DW, SQR, RND, UP, DW, TRP, S&H, CHS TOfs

237Parameter ListAppendicesTVF Group (p. 87)Display Parameter ValueTVF FILTER Type Filter type OFF, LPF, BPF, HPF, PKG, LPF2, LPF3 TCutoff Cutoff freq

238Parameter ListEFFECTS Group (p. 97)Display Parameter ValueOUTPUT Output Assign Output assign MFX, OUTPUT A/B, INDIV 1–4TOutput level 0–127 TChorus

239Parameter ListAppendicesPITCH Group (p. 100)Display Parameter ValuePITCH Coarse Coarse tune -48– +48 semitone TFine Fine tune -50– +50 cent TRandom

24Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Basic Operations on the XV-88Switching ModesThe XV-88 contains a large number of functions. In order to organize the

240Parameter ListGM Mode Parameters* Parameters that can be set independently for each Part are indicated by “P.”EFFECTS Group (p. 194)Display Paramet

241Parameter ListAppendicesMulti-Effects Parameters01: STEREO EQ (p. 119)Parameter ValueLowFreq Low frequency 200, 400 HzLowGain Low gain -15– +15 dBH

242Parameter List10: LIMITER (p. 123)Parameter ValueThresh Threshold level 0–127Ratio Compression ratio 1.5:1, 2:1, 4:1, 100:1Release Release time 0–1

243Parameter ListAppendices18: MODULATION DELAY (p. 128)Parameter ValueDelay L Delay time left 0.0–500.0 msDelay R Delay time right 0.0–500.0 msFbk Fe

244Parameter List25: GATED REVERB (p. 133)Parameter ValueType Gated Reverb type NORMAL, REVERSE, SWEEP1, SWEEP2Pre Dly Pre delay time 0.0–100.0 msGat

245Parameter ListAppendices36: FLANGER→DELAY (p. 138)Parameter ValueFlg Dly Flanger pre delay time 0.0–100.0 msFlgRate Flanger rate 0.05–10.00 HzFlg D

246Parameter List45: MULTI TAP DELAY (p. 143)Parameter ValueDelay 1 Delay time 1 0–1800 ms, noteDelay 2 Delay time 2 0–1800 ms, noteDelay 3 Delay time

247Parameter ListAppendices51: LOFI NOISE (p. 148)Parameter ValueType LoFi type 1–9Post Fltr Post Filter type OFF, LPF, HPF:(*1)Radio Detune Radio det

248Parameter List60: 3D CHORUS (p. 152)Parameter ValuePre Dly Pre delay time 0.0–100 msRate LFO rate 0.05–10.00 Hz, noteDepth LFO depth 0–127Phase Pha

249Parameter ListAppendicesReverb ParametersREVERB (p. 159)Parameter ValueType Reverb/Delay type ROOM1, ROOM2, STAGE1, STAGE2, HALL1, HALL2DELAY, PAN-

25Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Chapter 1About the Function ButtonsFunction buttons are buttons that perform a variety of functions. The function th

250Parameter ListSystem ParametersSETUP Group (p. 168)Display Parameter ValueSYSTEM SETUP LCD LCD contrast 1–10Power Up Mode Power up mode LAST-SET, D

251Parameter ListAppendicesTUNE Group (p. 173)Display Parameter ValueSYSTEM TUNE Master Master tune 415.3–466.2 HzKey Shift Master key shift -24– +24

252Performance ListUSER (User Group)No. Name Key Mode01 Andreas Cave LAYER02 XV Piano&Bs LAYER03 BigOrchestra LAYER04 SlicingSvox+ LAYER05 Arp Bel

253AppendicesPatch ListUSER (User Group) PR-A (Preset A Group)No. Name Voice Key Assign001 Y2K Concerto 8 POLY002 XV SteelGt 1 4 POLY003 Shapeshifter

254Patch ListPR-B (Preset B Group) PR-C (Preset C Group)No. Name Voice Key Assign001 Dist Gtr 1 3 POLY002 Dist Gtr 2 3 POLY003 R&R Chunk 4 POLY004

255Patch ListAppendicesPR-D (Preset D Group) PR-E (Preset E Group)No. Name Voice Key Assign001 Echo Piano 3 POLY002 Upright Pno 3 POLY003 RD-1000 3 PO

256Patch ListPR-F (Preset F Group)No. Name Voice Key Assign001 80s Retrosyn 2 POLY002 Power Stack 3 POLY003 Don't Jump 8 POLY004 Big Bubbles 3 PO

257Patch ListAppendicesPR-H (GM2 Group)No. Name Voice LSB PC001 Piano 1 4 0 1002 Piano 1w 2 1003 European Pf 1 2004 Piano 2 4 0 2005 Piano 2w 1 1006 P

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259Rhythm Set ListAppendices28293133353032343940414345474244463638378788848685515253555759545658485049636465676971666870606261757677798183788082727473

26Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88When [EDIT] Indicator is LitEach mode contains a large number of settable items, and these items are organized into

260Rhythm Set List28293133353032343940414345474244463638378788848685515253555759545658485049636465676971666870606261757677798183788082727473C2C3C4C5C6

261Rhythm Set ListAppendices28293133353032343940414345474244463638378788848685515253555759545658485049636465676971666870606261757677798183788082727473

262Rhythm Set List28293133353032343940414345474244463638378788848685515253555759545658485049636465676971666870606261757677798183788082727473C2C3C4C5C6

263AppendicesWaveform ListNo. Wave Name0001 StGrand pA L0002 StGrand pA R0003 StGrand pB L0004 StGrand pB R0005 StGrand pC L0006 StGrand pC R0007 StGr

264Waveform ListNo. Wave Name0251 UprightBs 2C0252 Ac.Bass A0253 Ac.Bass B0254 Ac.Bass C0255 Slap Bass 10256 Slap & Pop0257 Slap Bass 20258 Slap B

265Waveform ListAppendicesNo. Wave Name0501 DIGI Bell 1+0502 JD Cowbell0503 Bell Wave0504 Chime0505 Crystal0506 2.2 Bellwave0507 2.2 Vibwave0508 Digiw

266Waveform ListNo. Wave Name0751 Rock Tom M f0752 Rock Tom H f0753 Rock Flm L10754 Rock Flm L20755 Rock Flm M0756 Rock Flm H0757 Jazz Tom L p0758 Jaz

267Waveform ListAppendicesNo. Wave Name1001 REV MplTom21002 REV MplTom41003 REV 808Tom1004 REV VerbTomH1005 REV VerbTomL1006 REV DryTom H1007 REV DryT

268Arpeggio Style ListStyle Motif Beat Pattern Accent Rate Shuffle Rate1/4 all 1/ 4 0–100% 50–90%1/6 all 1/ 6 0–100% 50–90%1/8 all 1/ 8 0–100% 50–90%1

269AppendicesAbout MIDIMIDI (Musical Instruments Digital Interface) is a standard specification that allows musical data to be exchanged between elect

27Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Chapter 1Modifying a ValueTo modify a value, use the VALUE dial, [INC/+]/[DEC/-] or [0]–[9] (numeric keys).fig.01-16

270MIDI ImplementationModel: XV-88 (128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer)Date: Feb. 15, 2000Version: 1.001. Receive data Channel Voice Messages* Not recei

271MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ Volume (Controller number 7)Status 2nd byte 3rd byteBnH 07H vvHn = MIDI channel number:0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)vv = Volum

272MIDI Implementation❍ Vibrato Delay (Controller number 78)Status 2nd byte 3rd byteBnH 4EH vvHn = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)vv = Vibrat

273MIDI ImplementationAppendicesmm, ll = Pitch Bend value: 00 00H - 40 00H - 7F 7FH (-8192 - 0 - +8191)* Not received when the Bender parameter (PATCH

274MIDI Implementation❍ GM2 System OnStatus Data byte StatusF0H 7EH 7FH 09H 03H F7HByte ExplanationF0H Exclusive status7EH ID number (Universal Non-re

275MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ Channel PressureStatus Data byte StatusF0H 7FH, 7FH, 09H, 01H, 0nH, ppH, rrH F7HByte ExplanationF0H Exclusive status

276MIDI Implementation❍ Data set 1DT1 (12H)Status Data byte StatusF0H 41H, dev, 00H, 10H, 12H, aaH, bbH, F7HccH, ddH, eeH, ... ffH, sumByte Explanati

277MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ Volume (Controller number 7)Status 2nd byte 3rd byteBnH 07H vvHn = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)vv = Volu

278MIDI Implementation● Channel PressureStatus 2nd byteDnH vvHn = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)vv = Channel Pressure: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) ●

279MIDI ImplementationAppendices3. Parameter Address Map * Transmission of “#” marked address is divided to some packets. For example, ABH in hexadeci

28Chapter 1. Overview of the XV-88Assigning a NameThe XV-88 lets you assign names to Patches, Performances, and Rhythm Sets. The procedure is the same

280MIDI Implementation❍ 1-1-3 System Keyboard+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset |

281MIDI ImplementationAppendices|# 00 15 | 0000 aaaa | || | 0000 bbbb |

282MIDI Implementation|# 00 17 | 0000 aaaa | || | 0000 bbbb |

283MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ 1-3-1-1 Patch Common+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset |

284MIDI Implementation|—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00 46 | 0aaa aaaa | Matrix Control 4 Sou

285MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ 1-3-1-3 Patch Common Chorus+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset

286MIDI Implementation❍ 1-3-1-6 Patch Tone+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset |

287MIDI ImplementationAppendices❍ 1-3-2-1 Rhythm Common+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset |

288MIDI Implementation❍ 1-3-2-3 Rhythm Common Chorus+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Offset |

289MIDI ImplementationAppendices|—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00 21 | 0000 000a | WMT1 Wave

29Chapter 2Chapter 2. PlayingPlaying in Patch ModeThe sounds used for an ordinary performance are called Patches. Select a Patch before playing.Select

290MIDI Implementation2. GS (Model ID = 42H)❍ System Parameter+——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Start

291MIDI ImplementationAppendices|—————————————+———————————+————————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 40 2x 30 | 0aaa aaaa | PAf Pitch

292MIDI Implementation Arpeggio Parameter List● Arpeggio Style+—————————————————————————+—————————————————————————+—————————————————————————+|value| p

293MIDI ImplementationAppendices Decimal and Hexadecimal Table (An “H” is appended to the end of numbers in hexadecimal notation.)In MIDI documentatio

294MIDI Implementation Example of an Exclusive Message and Calculating a ChecksumRoland Exclusive messages (RQ1, DT1) are transmitted with a checksum

295MIDI ImplementationAppendices The Scale Tune Feature (address: 40 1x 40)The scale Tune feature allows you to finely adjust the individual pitch of

296MIDI ImplementationFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumber :VelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeTransmitted RecognizedRemarksDefaultChangedDefau

297MIDI ImplementationAppendicesProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveSystemCommonSystemReal TimeAuxMessagesNotes72737475767778808182838491929394951–31, 64–951

298SpecificationsXV-88: 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer (Conforms to General MIDI 2 System)● Keyboard88 keys (Full-weighted with velocity and channel

299AppendicesComputer Cable Wiring Diagrams678345126783451267834512mini DIN, 8-pin, male mini DIN, 8-pin, malemini DIN, 8-pin, maleD-sub, 25-pin, fema

3001• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual...

30Chapter 2. Playing3. Select the Patch number. Rotate the VALUE dial or press [INC/+]/[DEC/-] to select a Patch.You can also select the Patch number

300IndexSymbols[+OCT] ... 14, 47[-OCT] ...

301IndexChorusChorus parameters ... 248Chorus send level (GM Part) ...

302IndexDelay Time ... 84DELETE ...

303IndexINFOGM Part ... 197Memory card ...

304IndexLowerD Beam range lower (System) ... 46, 177D Beam range lower (Zone) ...

305Index50: LOFI COMPRESS ... 14751: LOFI NOISE ...

306IndexPATCH CATEGORY ... 69Patch category ...

307IndexRRandomRandom pan depth (Rhythm Tone) ... 103Random pan depth (Tone) ...

308IndexSSAVE ... 167, 190SaveCompare function ...

309IndexTVA envelope time 4 velocity sensitivityRhythm Tone ... 104Tone .

31Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2The following categories can be selected.Category Group Category Contents--- NO ASSIGN No assignPianoPNO AC.PIANO Acousti

310IndexV-ResonanceResonance velocity sensitivity (Rhythm Tone) ... 102Resonance velocity sensitivity (Tone) ...

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InformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below.As of

32Chapter 2. PlayingUsing Phrase Preview to Play PatchesThe XV-88 allows you to preview Patches by hearing a phrase appropriate for each type of Patch

33Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2Playing Single Notes (Solo)Normally, the XV-88 allows you to play chords. Pressing [SOLO] allows performance using single

34Chapter 2. PlayingUsing the Sliders to Modify the Sound in RealtimeWith the four sliders (Palette Slider) in the PALETTE section, you can create sou

35Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2<Layer Performance>In a Layer Performance, you can select multiple Zones, and play those Zones and their linked Par

36Chapter 2. PlayingPlaying Fatter and Richer Sounds by Combining Patches (Layer)In a Layer Performance, the Zones whose Local switches are set to ON

37Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 23. Confirm that the [EDIT] and [LOCAL/TX] indicators are extinguished, and, press a Function button to select the Zone li

38Chapter 2. PlayingMuting a Specific Part (Turning Receive Switch On/Off)While you play along with the playback of a song, you can turn on/off any sp

39Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2Adjusting the Volume Balance Between Parts1. Make sure the PERFORM PLAY page is displayed.2. Press [LEVEL] and its indica

4USING THE UNIT SAFELY102a• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from an outlet...

40Chapter 2. PlayingXP-A, B (Wave Expansion Boards installed in EXP-A, B Slots)These are the groups of Rhythm Sets from Wave Expansion Boards (optiona

41Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2Playing Percussion Instruments1. Press [RHYTHM] to call up the RHYTHM PLAY page.2. Select a desired Rhythm Set.3. Press a

42Chapter 2. PlayingThere are 45 arpeggio styles available. For selection, refer to the following guideline.Playing an Arpeggio According to the Timin

43Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2Playing an Arpeggio Over a Preset Keyboard AreaAs soon as you press [ARPEGGIO] to turn the Arpeggiator on, the keyboard w

44Chapter 2. PlayingSimulating a Rhythm GuitarYou can simulate a rhythm guitar by following the procedure below. By using the Palette Slider, it is al

45Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 24. Press , move the cursor to “Motif,” and specify the order in which the notes of the chord will be sounded.The availabl

46Chapter 2. Playing4. When changing the sound generator to be controlled with the D Beam Controller, hold down [ON] to display the D BEAM CONTROL pag

47Chapter 2. PlayingChapter 2Convenient Functions for PerformanceTransposing the Keyboard in Octave Units (Octave Shift)The Octave Shift function tran

48Chapter 2. PlayingTransposing the Keyboard in Semitone Steps (Transpose)Transpose changes keyboard pitch in units of semitones (-5– +6 semitones).Th

49Chapter 3Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesWith the XV-88, you have total control over a wide variety of settings. Each item that can be set is known

5Important NotesIn addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and ob

50Chapter 3. Creating Performances10.When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] or [PERFORM] to return to the PERFORM PLAY page.An asterisk * appea

51Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesChapter 3Functions of Performance ParametersThis section explains the functions the different Performance parameters

52Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesSetting Effects for a Performance (EFFECTS)For details regarding effect settings, refer to the pages shown below.• “

53Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesChapter 3VELO CRV (Velocity Curve)fig.03-12Velocity CurveVelocity Curve selects for each MIDI channel one of the fou

54Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesMODIFYfig.03-16Cut (Part Cutoff Frequency Offset)Adjusts the cutoff frequency for the Patch or Rhythm Set assigned t

55Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesChapter 3Coarse (Part Coarse Tune)Adjusts the pitch of the Part’s sound up or down in semitone steps (+/-4 octaves).

56Chapter 3. Creating PerformancesConfirming MIDI Information for Each Part (INFO)INFO (Part Information)fig.03-19fig.03-20The displays allow you to c

57Chapter 4Chapter 4. Zone SettingsPressing [ZONE] while in Performance mode switches you to Zone mode. In Zone mode, you can make settings affecting

58Chapter 4. Zone SettingsMaking Settings While Comparing Zones (Palette Edit)When modifying Zone settings for a Performance, the values for eight Zon

59Chapter 4. Zone SettingsChapter 4SINGLE: When the keys are pressed, the single specified Part (current Part) are played. Zone settings are ignored.

6How to Use This ManualThis owner’s manual is organized as follows. But before you start reading it, we’d like to suggest going through the Quick Star

60Chapter 4. Zone SettingsYou can also set the transmit switch settings on the PERFORM PLAY page. When the [EDIT] indicator is extinguished and the [L

61Chapter 4. Zone SettingsChapter 4Arpeggiator Settings (ARPEGGIO)This is where the settings used in performing arpeggios in Performance mode are made

62Chapter 4. Zone SettingsMotifSets the order in which notes of the chord will sound.Some settings will not be available depending on the Style parame

63Chapter 4. Zone SettingsChapter 4Key VelocitySpecifies the loudness of the notes that you play.If you want the velocity value to change according to

64Chapter 4. Zone SettingsD BEAM RANGEfig.04-17Lower (D Beam Range Lower)Specifies the lower limit of the range of the D Beam controller. Values below

65Chapter 5Chapter 5. Creating PatchesWith the XV-88, you have total control over a wide variety of settings. Each item that can be set is known as a

66Chapter 5. Creating PatchesHow to Make the Patch SettingsStart with an existing Patch and edit it to create a new Patch. Each Patch can contain up t

67Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5If you’ve made a mistake in setting a parameter value, or you have second thoughts about the changes, press [UND

68Chapter 5. Creating PatchesCopying the Settings of Another Tone (Tone Copy)Tone settings from any desired Patch can be copied to any desired Tone of

69Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Cautions When Using a One-shot WaveformIt is not possible to use the envelope to modify a one-shot waveform to c

7How to Use This ManualNotation Used in This Owner’s ManualTo make operation procedures easy to understand, the following notation system is adopted:C

70Chapter 5. Creating PatchesPATCH LVL&PAN (Patch level & Pan)fig.05-09Level (Patch Level)Specifies the volume of the Patch.You can specify th

71Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5OUTPUT A: Output to the OUTPUT A (MIX) jacks in stereo without passing through Multi-effects.OUTPUT B: Output to

72Chapter 5. Creating PatchesRel (Release Time Offset)Release Time Offset alters the release time of the overall Patch, while preserving the relative

73Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5L.Fade (Velocity Fade Width Lower)U.Fade (Velocity Fade Width Upper)L.Fade and U.Fade set the range within which

74Chapter 5. Creating Patchesfig.05-23This type applies a booster to distort the waveform, and then combines the two filters. The TVA for Tone 1 (or 3

75Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Booster (Booster Gain)When a Structure Type of TYPE 3 or TYPE 4 is selected, you can adjust the depth of the boo

76Chapter 5. Creating PatchesUsing Controllers to Change How Sounds Are Played (CONTROL)The parameters in this group determine how various controllers

77Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Start (Portamento Start Pitch)Portamento will begin anew if you press another key during a pitch movement. This

78Chapter 5. Creating PatchesRedamper (Redamper Switch)When a Hold 1 message is received after a key was released but before the sound has completely

79Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5• Velocity (VELOCITY): Pressure you press a key with• Keyfollow (KEYFOLLOW): Keyboard position with C4 as 0• Tem

8ContentsMain Features...13Front and Rear Panel...

80Chapter 5. Creating Patches● Changing How the Effects Are AppliedDRY LEVEL: Changes the volume of dry sounds.CHORUS SEND: Changes the amount of Chor

81Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Modifying Waveforms (WAVE)Select the PCM waveform that is to be the basis of the Tone, and apply effects to the

82Chapter 5. Creating PatchesTONE DELAYfig.05-45This produces a time delay between the moment a key is pressed (or released), and the moment the Tone

83Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Time (Tone Delay Time)Specifies the time from when the key is pressed (or if the Mode parameter is set to KEY-OF

84Chapter 5. Creating PatchesLFO1/LFO2 FADEfig.05-52Fade Mode (LFO Fade Mode)Specifies how the LFO will be applied.After referring to “How to Apply th

85Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5● LFO is immediately added after the key is pressed, after which the effect gradually fades.fig.05-56.eFade Mode

86Chapter 5. Creating PatchesModifying Pitch (PITCH)You can set the WG pitch of each Tone.PITCHfig.05-60Coarse (Coarse Tune) ★Adjusts the pitch of the

87Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5Time Keyfollow (Pitch Envelope Time Keyfollow)Use this parameter when you want the keyboard location of notes to

88Chapter 5. Creating PatchesLPF2: Low Pass Filter 2. Although frequency components above the Cutoff frequency (Cutoff parameter) are cut, the sensiti

89Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5TVF VELOCITYfig.05-69V-Cutoff (Cutoff Frequency Velocity Sensitivity)Use this parameter when changing the cutoff

9ContentsChapter 3. Creating Performances...49How a Performance Is Organized...

90Chapter 5. Creating PatchesV-T4 (TVF Envelope Time 4 Velocity Sensitivity)The parameter to use when you want key release speed to control the T4 (Ti

91Chapter 5. Creating PatchesChapter 5V-Curve (TVA Envelope Velocity Curve)Selects one of the following seven curves to specify how keyboard dynamics

92Chapter 5. Creating PatchesTVA TIME ENV (TVA Time Envelope)fig.05-80Here you can make settings for the TVA envelope (time-variant changes in volume)

93Chapter 6Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsWith the XV-88, you have total control over a wide variety of settings. Each item that can be set is known a

94Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm Sets6. Use or to move the cursor to the parameter you wish to modify.7. Use the VALUE dial, [INC/+]/[DEC/-], or the numer

95Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsChapter 62. Press [UTILITY], getting its indicator to start blinking.3. Press the numeric key [2], then or to call up

96Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsFunctions of Rhythm Set ParametersThis section explains the functions the different Rhythm Set parameters have, as we

97Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsChapter 6Setting Effects for a Rhythm Set (EFFECTS)For details regarding effect settings, refer to the pages shown be

98Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsIf NO SUSTAIN is selected for Envelope Mode parameter (RHYTHM/CONTROL/CONTROL), this setting will have no effect.Modi

99Chapter 6. Creating Rhythm SetsChapter 6WMT VEL RANG (WMT Velocity Range)fig.06-14Specifies the range of playing dynamics (key velocity) which will