Roland CDX-1 User Manual

CDX-1 Owner’s Manual 02678356 ’01-10-A3-31N Owner’s Manual To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover to left or right Before usin

10❍ Supply the power to CDX-1 and the receiver from the different power outlet.❍ Consult your nearest Roland Service Center or autho-rized Roland dist

100Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceCutting a phrase—CutWhen you cut a phrase, subsequent phrases will be moved forward.fig.34-141. Pr

101Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songErasing Phrases—EraseThe phrase that you cut will be silen

102Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceInserting a phrase in another location—InsertIf something has already been recorded at the insert

103Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songDividing the phrase at the current location—SplitThis func

104Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceFinely Adjusting the Timing of Each Phrase—Adjust TimingThe positioning of phrases on the sequence

105Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songOffset and End Point“WaveOffset” and “WaveEnd,” the parame

106Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceEdit on Sequence Play List screen—Quick EditIt is convenient to select a phrase to edit seeing who

107Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songDeleting a sequence trackAn unwanted sequence track can be

108Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceRecording the sequence playback sound on audio trackWhen you have created a sequence that you like

109Creating an audio CD

11 Introduction

110Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingWhat is multitrack recording?The CDX-1 provides eight “audio tracks” that are used to independently recor

111Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingPrepare for recording7. Press [YES/ENTER].fig.41-01A message of “Format OK?” appears in the screen.8. Pre

112Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingErasing the entire contents of a CD-RW discSometimes you may no longer need to keep the data that was sav

113Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingPrepare for recordingMonitoring the sound of a connected instrumentSelecting the input sourcePress the IN

114Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingTuning an instrument—TunerThe CDX-1 has a built-in chromatic tuner function that allows you to tune your

115Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingPrepare for recordingSetting the reference pitch of the tunerThe frequency of the A4 note on the instrume

116Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingUsing the rhythm guideWhen you record, it is convenient to use the built-in rhythm guide. If you record a

117Prepare for recording—Multitrack recordingPrepare for recordingChanging the rhythm pattern1. Press RHYTHM GUIDE [PATTERN/TEMPO].The Rhythm Guide Se

118Prepare for recording—Multitrack recording4. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to the item you wish to edit, and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to ed

119Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceRecording a PerformanceHere’s how a performance on a connected instrument c

12Before you beginCheck the contents of the packageThe CDX-1 is packaged with the following items. Please make sure that you have all of them.❒ CDX-1

120Recording/playing back a performanceRecord1. Press REC [ ].REC [ ] blink (recording-standby mode).2. Press PLAY [ ].REC [ ] and the [STATUS] of the

121Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceRe-recording only a mistake—Punch-in/outYou may occasionally make a mistake

122Recording/playing back a performanceUsing a foot switch to punch-in/outIf you are playing an instrument at the same time that you operate the contr

123Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performance2. Press AUTO PUNCH [IN].fig.42-08The current location will be registered a

124Recording/playing back a performanceRecording an additional performance while listening to an existing performance—OverdubbingThe process of listen

125Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceCombining the performances of multiple audio tracks—Bounce RecordingDependi

126Recording/playing back a performancePlaying back and stopping a recorded performancePlaying back/stopping1. For the audio tracks that you wish to p

127Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceIncreasing the free space on a CD-RW disc—Optimize DiscWhen you perform ove

128Recording/playing back a performanceRepeatedly playing a specified region—the Repeat functionBy using the Repeat function you can repeatedly play b

129Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceAssigning markers within a song—MarkerThe Marker function lets you assign a

13Before you beginBefore you beginA diverse array of connectors● The CDX-1 provides four type of input jacks. Since a high impedance phone jack (GUITA

130Recording/playing back a performanceChanging the location of a marker1. Press [UTILITY].The Menu are displayed as icon.fig.42-142. Press CURSOR [ ]

131Recording/playing back a performanceRecording/playing back a performanceStopping the song automatically—Marker StopYou can make playback stop at ma

132Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CDPreparing to write a CD-R disc—MixdownThe process of combining the performances recorded on mul

133Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CDEditing a recorded performance to create an audio CDMixing downAfter listening to repeated play

134Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CDAdjusting the mastering toolsThe mastering tools are a convenient set of tools that divide the

135Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CDEditing a recorded performance to create an audio CDCompleting your original CD—CD BurningHere’

136Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CDFinalizing a CD-R discHere’s how to finalize an original CD that you created, so that it can be

137Taking full advantage of the CDX-1

138More functions for the CDX-1Undoing a recording/editing operationWhen you record or sample a performance, the recorded (or sampled) results may not

139More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesCueing to a precise location—PreviewWhen you are editing the performance of an a

14Expanding the memoryThe CDX-1 comes with 32 MB of memory into which audio samples can be loaded. However, in some cases, 32 MB of memory will be ins

140More functions for the CDX-1Using Scrub to make fine adjustments in the cue location—Scrub PreviewAn extremely short region (45 milliseconds) eithe

141More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the insert effectsThe CDX-1 comes with two onboard effects processors: an

142More functions for the CDX-1Using an insert effect1. Press INSERT EFFECTS [ON/OFF].[ON/OFF] will light, and the sound processed by the effect will

143More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesSaving insert effect settingsYou can assign a name (patch name) to the edited ef

144More functions for the CDX-1Changing the insert effect connectionsBy changing the connections of the insert effect, you can meet the needs of a wid

145More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the loop effectsWhat is a loop effect?The method of sending a signal from

146More functions for the CDX-1ReverbReverb consists of overlapping sounds reflected from the walls and floor. For example, if you clap your hands in

147More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesCreating a backup CD-RW discIf you have a CD-RW disc that contains important per

148More functions for the CDX-1Connecting with a digital audio deviceThe output of a digital audio device such as a CD player, DAT recorder, or MD rec

149More functions for the CDX-1Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesTo Prevent Digital recording with CD players1. Press [UTILITY].The Menu are disp

15Expanding the memoryExpanding the memoryHow to expand the memory1. Turn off the power to the CDX-1 and any connected equipment, and then disconnect

150More functions for the CDX-1Prohibiting digital copying—Digital Copy ProhibitWhen digitally recording from the CDX-1 to an MD recorder or similar d

151Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesMIDI FundamentalsWhat is MIDI?MIDI stands for “Musical Instrument Dig

152Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesSwitching MIDI OUT/THRUMIDI messages (the data handled by MIDI) is transferred using the following three typ

153Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing MIDI to control the CDX-1 from another deviceThe CDX-1 can be c

154Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesSynchronized playback with the CDX-1 as the masterThe CDX-1 can operate in synchronization with a MIDI seque

155Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the CDX-1 with other MIDI devices6. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “MTC.”● Sync Out: Select whethe

156Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing MMCThis section explains how to make settings for synchronizing the playback with a computer-based MID

157Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing the CDX-1 as an MMC slave1. Make the following connections.fig.

158Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devicesUsing an external MIDI sound module to play the rhythm guideThe rhythm guide can be played using your favori

159CD direct recording

16Expanding the memoryRemoving the memoryTo remove the memory module, reverse the installation procedure.1. Simultaneously press outward the white cli

160Recording to a CD-R disc—CD RecorderThe CDX-1 can record an external audio source directly to a CD-R without using the audio tracks.• You must use

161Recording to a CD-R disc—CD RecorderCD direct recordingRecording an external audio source to a CD-R discHere we will explain an example using digit

162Recording to a CD-R disc—CD RecorderRecording samples played using Pad Crossfade on a CD-R discThe sound of samples played using Pad Crossfade can

163Recording to a CD-R disc—CD RecorderCD direct recordingRecording the sequence playback on a CD-R discHere’s how you can record the playback sound o

164Memo...Memo...

165Appendices

166TroubleshootingIf you encounter problems with the operation of the CDX-1, first check the following points. If after these steps the problem is sti

167TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThere is no sound only when the effects are in use● Is the output level of the inserted effects patch raised?Raise th

168TroubleshootingCannot digitally record● Have you made settings to allow digital recording from your CD player?At the factory settings, the CDX-1 ca

169TroubleshootingTroubleshootingUnable to make Audio CD● Are you using CD-R disc?It is impossible to make Audio CDs on CD-RW disc or on unwritable CD

17Expanding the memoryExpanding the memoryMemory read/write test—DIMM diagnosticsYou can perform a read/write test to see whether the additional wave

170Major Message List● Bank is protected.The operation cannot be executed since the pad bank is protected.● Canceled.The operation was canceled.● Can&

171Major Message ListMajor Message List● Obey copyrights? See Manual for details.Do you agree to obey copyright law? Please refer to the owner's

172Rhythm Pattern ListBeat No. Name Measure1/1 01 Metronom 12/1 01 Metronom 13/1 01 Metronom 14/1 01 Metronom 15/1 01 Metronom 16/1 01 Metronom 17/1 0

173Rhythm Pattern ListRhythm Pattern ListBeat No. Name Measure4/4 41 Funk 1 24/4 42 Funk 2 24/4 43 Funk 3 24/4 44 Funk 4 24/4 45 Funk 5 24/4 46 Funk 6

174Mixer effect parameter functionsEQ (Equalizer): This is a two-band equalizer that is independent for each track.Parameter (full name) Setting Funct

175Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm listHere we will explain the effects used by each algorithm and the order in which they are con

176Insert effect algorithm list1. STEREO MULTIThis algorithm connects seven types of effect, all in full stereo.Parameter (full name) Setting Function

177Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● WAH (Wah): The wah effect creates a unique tone by changing the frequency response charac

178Insert effect algorithm list2. LO-FI BOXThis allows you to model sounds that appear to be playing on an AM radio, the sounds of old records played

179Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● NS (Noise Suppressor): This effect reduces the noise and hum.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off

18Learning about CD-R/RW discsWhat is a CD-R/RW disc?The CDX-1 lets you record your performances on a CD-RW disc, and finally use a CD-R disc to creat

180Insert effect algorithm list3. VO+GT.AMP (Vocal+Guitar Amp)This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electric guitar. For

181Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● DLY (Delay): This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound

182Insert effect algorithm list4. VO+AC.MDL (Vocal+Acoustic Guitar Modeling)This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electr

183Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● DLY (Delay): This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound

184Insert effect algorithm list5. VO+ACOUSTIC (Vocal+Acousitc Guitar)This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and acoustic guit

185Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list6. COSM GUITAR AMPThis is a multi-effect designed for electric guitar. This provides an amp

186Insert effect algorithm list● EQ (Equalizer): A 4-band equalizer.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off) OFF, ON This parameter turns the equalizer effect on

187Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● DLY (Delay): This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound

188Insert effect algorithm list7. ACOUSTIC MDL (Acoustic Guitar Modeling)This is a multi-effect designed for electric guitar. It allows you to use an

189Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● EQ (Equalizer): A 4-band equalizer.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off) OFF, ON This parameter t

19Learning about CD-R/RW discsLearning about CD-R/RW discsDiscs for use on the CDX-1The CDX-1 contains various functions, and the discs it uses will d

190Insert effect algorithm list8. BASS MDL (Bass Guitar Modeling)Models the sound of a bass guitar. Obtain the sound of a bass guitar while playing an

191Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● NS (Noise Suppressor): This effect reduces the noise and hum.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off

192Insert effect algorithm list9. ACOUSTIC GUITARThis is a multi-effect designed for acoustic guitar. Even when an electric-acoustic is connected at l

193Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● NS (Noise Suppressor): This effect reduces the noise and hum.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off

194Insert effect algorithm list10. BASS MULTI (Bass Guitar Multi)This is a multi-effect designed for bass guitar. Appropriate for creating standard ba

195Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm listHigh-Mid Gain (High-Mid Gain) -20–+20 dB This parameter sets the gain (amount of boost or c

196Insert effect algorithm list11. COSM BASS AMP (COSM Bass Guitar Amp)This is a multi-effect designed for bass guitar. This features an amp sound tha

197Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● SP (Speaker Modeling): This models the characteristics of various types of speakers. Effe

198Insert effect algorithm list● NS (Noise Suppressor): This effect reduces the noise and hum.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off) OFF, ON This parameter tur

199Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list12. VOCAL MULTIThis is a multi-effect designed for vocals. It provides the basic effects ne

2 To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover to left or rightThis product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/E

20Learning about CD-R/RW discsCD-R/RW disc handling and cleaningDisc handling● Do not place a disc in direct sunlight for an extended period of time.●

200Insert effect algorithm list● NS (Noise Suppressor): This effect reduces the noise and hum.Effect On/Off (Effect On/Off) OFF, ON This parameter tur

201Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list13. VOICE TRANSFORMERThis is a multi-effect designed for vocals. Special effects can also b

202Insert effect algorithm listAvailable types of modulation and their effectParameter (full name) Setting Function● [FLG] FLANGER (Flanger): The flan

203Insert effect algorithm listInsert effect algorithm list● [TRM] TRM/PAN (Tremolo/Pan): Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume.

204GlossaryBalanced connectionA method of transmitting signals using three electrical conductors. This cancels any noise that may have entered the lin

205GlossaryGlossaryFrameThis refers to the individual still images that make up a moving picture on a video recorder etc. In the context of SMPTE time

206GlossaryMonitorThe action of auditioning or listening to an audio signal. What a recording engineer does when listening to the sound that is being

207GlossaryGlossaryS/P DIFS/P DIF stands for Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format. This is a specifications for transmitting and receiving stereo dig

208Parameter List• The setting of the Tuner parameter, LCD Contrast parameter, System parameter and MIDI parameter are stored in internal memory.• Whe

209Parameter ListParameter List Pad Recording ParameterParameter name Display Initial Value ValueData Type Data Type STANDARD HIGH, STANDARD, LONG1,

21Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsTop PanelINPUT sectionfig.14-01ePEAK indicatorsThese indicate whether distortion is occurring in the sound that

210Parameter List Pad Bank ParameterParameter name Display Initial Value ValueBank Number Bank 1 1–64Bank Name Name - 10 charactersFoot Switch PAD Fo

211Parameter ListParameter List MIDI ParameterParameter name Display Initial Value ValueRhythm MIDI Channel Rhythm Ch. OFF OFF, 1–16Pads Rx Channel P

212MIDI ImplementationModel CDX-1 Version 1.01, Apl. 16 20011. RECOGNIZED RECEIVE DATA Channel Voice Message● Note On/OffReceive the note number whic

213MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation● REWIND (MCS)Status Data Bytes StatusF0H 7FH, Dev, 06H, 05H F7HByte DescriptionF0H Status of System Exclusiv

214MIDI Implementation System Exclusive MessageStatus Data Bytes StatusF0H iiH, ddH, ..., eeH F7HByte DescriptionF0H Status of System Exclusive Messa

215MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation5. Appendices● Decimal and Hexadecimal table(Hexadecimal number is shown with H.)In MIDI documentation, data

216MIDI ImplementationFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumber:VelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveSystemCommonSystemRe

217Mixer Block DiagramMixer Block DiagramLEVELPA NCHO/DLYSENDREC RREC LMIX RMIX LCHO/DLY SEND LINSERTFXINPUT MIXER (IN 1 - IN 2)TRACK MIXER (TR 1 - TR

218SpecificationsCDX-1:MULTITRACK CD RECORDER / AUDIO SAMPLE WORKSTATION● Audio Data FormatCDX-1 Original Format (R-DAC)●Maximum PolyphonyMonaural x 8

219SpecificationsSpecifications● CD-RW Drivex12 (Write), x10 (Rewrite), x32 (Read), ●Power SupplyDC 12 V: Supplied AC Adaptor (PSB-2U)●Current Draw2.8

22Panel DescriptionsINSERT EFFECTS sectionHere you can make settings for the insert effect.➔ “Using the insert effects” (p. 141), “Insert effect algo

220IndexAAC ADAPTOR Jack ... 30ACOUSTIC GUITAR ...

221IndexFfaded-in ... 71faded-out ...

222Poweroff ... 34on ...

223IndexMemo...

224Memo...

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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

2 To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover to left or rightThis product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/E

CDX-1 Owner’s Manual 02678356 ’01-10-A3-31N Owner’s Manual To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover to left or right Before usin

Newly Added Functions Ver.1.5As the result of recent upgrades, the descriptions in the Owner's Manual may not accurately represent the performanc

23Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsAUDIO TRACK sectionfig.14-04eSTATUS buttons 1–8These switch the status of each audio track. The current status i

2Compressing/expanding a sample according to the tempo at which playback was stoppedWhile playback is stopped, you can adjust the length of the sample

3Modifying the pitch of a sample to create a new sample—Pitch ChangeYou can modify the pitch of a sample to create a new sample.1. Press PAD RECORDING

4Making fine adjustments to the location at which a sample starts/endsWhen you arrange samples in a sequence track to create a song, you will sometime

5Making fine adjustments to the location at which a sample starts/endsUsing scrub to set a point—Scrub PreviewScrub Preview repeatedly plays an extrem

6Adjusting the crossfade timeYou can adjust the time over which two pads will be exchanged by the Pad Crossfade function (Owner's Manual; p. 71).

7Exchanging the contents of sequence tracks—Exchange TrackA sequence track and its corresponding audio track cannot be played back at the same time. F

8Copying the contents of a sequence track—Copy TrackThe contents of a sequence track can be copied to another sequence track.1. Press PAD SEQUENCING [

9Editing a specified region of a sequence track—Region In/OutIn the Sequence Play List screen, you can specify a region, then edit only that region. Y

10Editing a specified region of a sequence trackCanceling an editing regionTo cancel an editing region that you've specified, perform the followi

11Editing a specified region of a sequence trackCutting Segments—CutThis operation cuts the phrases of the specified region. Any phrases that followed

24Panel DescriptionsDISPLAY, UTILITY and UNDO/REDO Buttonfig.14-06eDISPLAY ButtonUse these to move between screen pages in the display.➔ “Switching am

12Editing a specified region of a sequence trackPasting to a Another Location—PasteThis operation pastes the phrases of the specified region to anothe

13Muting (silencing) a specific audio trackDuring playback, you can switch audio tracks between muted (silent) and playing statuses.1. During playback

14Using [STATUS] to select the track whose parameters you want to adjustWhen you want to adjust an audio track's mixer settings (pan, equalizer),

15Preventing tempo data from being read from a CD-RW discWhen pads or sequences are stored in internal memory, you can specify that the tempo data of

16Using the tempo of a sample to modify the tempo mapHere's how you can easily modify the tempo map to match a drum loop sample on which your son

17Using Pads/Sequences while you mix downYou can play sequence tracks and pads while mixing down. This can be done in any combination: for example, yo

18Editing the Mastering Tool settingsYou can edit the mastering tool settings while you listen to the mixdown. Select one of the preset patches (P01–P

19Saving the mastering tool settingsYou can assign a name (patch name) to the mastering tool settings you've edited, and save your settings. This

20Mastering Tools parameter listThe Mastering Tools is compressor that splits sounds into different frequency band to unify their volumes.Parameter (f

21Mastering Tools parameter list● IN (Input): Specify the frequency points at which the original sound will be divided, so that the expander/compress

25Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsSTATUS ButtonThe color of the button will indicate the current status.Lit in green: Play back samples and the se

22Mastering Tools parameter list● COMP (Compressor) *2: Compressor the entire output signals when the input volume exceeds a specified value.Effect On

23Remembering the icon that was last selected in a menu screenYou can cause the icon that was last selected in the following menu screens to be rememb

24Synchronization with a Sequence or Drum MachineYou can cause a MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine to operate in synchronization with the button operat

26Panel DescriptionsAUDIO TRACK RECORD Sectionfig.14-09eAUDIO TRACK RECORD indicatorThis will light when a CD-RW disc for use by the CDX-1 (formatting

27Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsFF (fast-forward) buttonThe song will fast-forward while you hold down the button.REPEAT buttonYou can specify a

28Panel DescriptionsControl sectionfig.14-13e NO/EXIT ButtonPress this when you wish to return to the previous screen (i.e., the next higher screen in

29Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsMASTER Sectionfig.14-15eMASTERING TOOLS ButtonThis button switches “mastering tools kit” (p. 134) effect on and

3011• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit...

30Panel DescriptionsFront Panelfig.front_eDisc TrayPlace the CD to be loaded on this tray.Emergency eject holeThis hole allows the disc tray to be ope

31Panel DescriptionsPanel DescriptionsMIDI Connectors (IN, OUT/THRU)Connect an external MIDI device (e.g., MIDI controller or MIDI sequencer) here.•IN

32Basic operation of the CDX-1Connecting peripheral equipmentMake connections as shown in the diagram below. Before you begin making connections, be s

33Basic operation of the CDX-1Basic operation of the CDX-1Turning the Power On and Off* Once the connections have been completed (p. 32), turn on powe

34Basic operation of the CDX-1Turning Off the Power1. Turn off the power of the connected equipment in the opposite order from which they were turned

35Basic operation of the CDX-1Basic operation of the CDX-1Inserting/removing a discInserting a discfig.15-08e1. Press the EJECT button.The disc tray w

36Basic operation of the CDX-1Removing a disc1. Press the EJECT button.The disc tray will open.* If a CD-RW disc is inserted in CDX-1, a message “Save

37Basic operation of the CDX-1Basic operation of the CDX-1Switching among the Basic screensThe basic display screens of the CDX-1 are accessed by pres

38Basic operation of the CDX-1If you are confused about operations or screens—Going back to the Basic screenWhile you are still unfamiliar with operat

39Basic operation of the CDX-1Basic operation of the CDX-1Viewing information on the CD-RW disc —Song Information screenYou can view information about

4ContentsIMPORTANT NOTES ...9Introduction...

40Basic operation of the CDX-1Returning the CDX-1 to the factory settings—InitializeThe current settings of the CDX-1 can be returned (initialized) to

41Basic operation of the CDX-1Basic operation of the CDX-1The meaning of each Initialize icon● Initialize Global Parameters iconfig.15-18When you sele

42What you need to do to create your own CDSteps taken in producing an original CDThe following introduces you to a number of paths that you could cho

43What you need to do to create your own CDWhat you need to do to create your own CDPath 2fig.16-01Sample sounds from a sampling CD (“clip audio” coll

44What you need to do to create your own CDPath 4fig.16-09Record external audio sources directly to a CD-R disc, without using the audio tracks.➔ “Rec

45What you need to do to create your own CDWhat you need to do to create your own CDListening to the demo discHere’s how to play back the demo disc an

46What you need to do to create your own CDAdjusting the volume of each audio track—AUDIO TRACK fadersThe volume of audio tracks 1–8 is adjusted with

47Playing an audio CD

48How to play an audio CD—the CD PlayerAbout the DisplayCD Player screenWhen you insert an audio CD, the CD Player screen appears. fig.2-01eSwitching

49How to play an audio CD—the CD PlayerHow to play an audio CDPlaying and stopping a songHere’s how to play an audio CD on the CDX-1.Playing/stopping

5Playing an audio CD... 47How to play an audio CD—the CD Player...

50How to play an audio CD—the CD PlayerChanging the playback locationMoving to the previous/next track When the song is stoppedPress SEARCH [ ] to mo

51How to play an audio CD—the CD PlayerHow to play an audio CDRepeatedly playing a specified region—the Repeat functionYou can specify a region that y

52How to play an audio CD—the CD PlayerChanging the way in which audio CD volume is adjustedAt the factory settings, the audio CD volume is set to be

53Collecting audio material

54Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingWhat is sampling?Sampling refers to the process by which audio sources such as instruments or vocals can be digit

55Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padNaming a pad bankEach of the 64 pad banks can be given a name of up to ten characters.

56Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingSampling to a padSampling an external soundAs an example, we will explain how to connect a synthesizer and sample

57Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padSampling from a CD audio clip collection inserted in the CDX-1Here’s how you can sample

58Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingLoading a Windows WAVE fileSome commercially available sampling CD audio clip collections (copyright-free) design

59Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padUsing free audio sources from the InternetIf you have a computer that can connect to th

6Preventing specific samples from sounding simultaneously—Mute Groups...74Playing a sample from a connected foot switch...

60Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingMaking settings in the Sampling screenThe Sampling screen appears in step 3 of “Sampling an external sound” (p. 5

61Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padSpecifying stereo or mono—TypeYou can specify whether the sound will be sampled in mono

62Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingMaking sure to capture the beginning of the sound—Pre TriggerDepending on the sampling conditions, the beginning

63Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padSampling from a pad to another pad—ResamplingYou can press one or more pads to play the

64Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingIf the display indicates “Memory Full.”If the remaining memory is completely used up during sampling, the display

65Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padDeleting a sample—Delete SampleHere’s how you can delete an unwanted sample to free up

66Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingPreventing accidental erasure of pads—Bank ProtectThe samples assigned to the pads can be protected against accid

67Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingRecording a sound to a padSaving Pad/Sequence on a CD-RW discPad and Sequence (p. 88) can be saved on a CD-RW dis

68Recording a sound to a pad—SamplingLoading Pad/Sequence from a CD-RW discTo load Pad/Sequence saved in CD-RW disc, carry out the following process.1

69Playing the pad samplesPlaying the pad samplesBasic ways to play samplesPlaying a samplePress a pad in which a sample has been recorded (lit), and i

7Tuning an instrument—Tuner...114Adjusting th

70Playing the pad samplesChanging how a pad starts and stops sounding—Pad Play1. Press PAD RECORDING [TEMPO MATCH] twice.Alternatively, you can press

71Playing the pad samplesPlaying the pad samplesCrossfading the pad samples you play—Pad CrossfadeBy using Pad Crossfade, you can play pad samples wit

72Playing the pad samplesMaking the sound continue even after you release the pad—HoldIn some cases, you may want a sample whose Pad Play setting (p.

73Playing the pad samplesPlaying the pad samplesPlaying repeatedly—Loop modeLoop refers to a state in which a sample is played repeatedly from its sta

74Playing the pad samplesPreventing specific samples from sounding simultaneously—Mute GroupsSamples that do not need to sound simultaneously (or that

75Playing the pad samplesPlaying the pad samplesPlaying a sample from a connected foot switchIf a separately sold foot switch (e.g., DP-2 or BOSS FS-5

76Editing the sample of a padThe 512 samples (8 pads x 64) stored in the CDX-1 can be edited in a variety of ways, such as by adjusting their volume o

77Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padDisplaying the correct tempo of a samplefig.33-02The upper right of the Pad Parameter screen d

78Editing the sample of a padAdjusting the start/end points of the sound—Trim SampleYou can specify the portion of the sample that are played when you

79Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padAutomatically removing Empty Portion at the Beginnings and Ends of SamplesThis automatically r

8Taking full advantage of the CDX-1... 137More functions for the CDX-1 ...

80Editing the sample of a padExpanding and Compressing a sample to modify the length or tempoIf you want the tempo or length of samples to match, you

81Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padExpanding/compressing by a specified percentage or tempo—Time StretchSince this function needs

82Editing the sample of a padCopying a sample to another pad—ClipboardBy temporarily pasting a sample into the clipboard, you can easily copy a sample

83Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padSplitting a sample among several pads—Divide SampleSometimes after sampling an extended perfor

84Editing the sample of a padAutomatically dividing a sample at silent portions1. Press PAD RECORDING [TEMPO MATCH] twice.Alternatively, press [TEMPO

85Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padDividing a sample at the timing that you press a button1. Press PAD RECORDING [TEMPO MATCH] tw

86Editing the sample of a padCreating a “reverse tape” style sample—Create ReversalBy using this function you can create a sample that sounds as thoug

87Editing the sample of a padEditing the sample of a padBoosting the sample level as high as possible—NormalizeNormalize is a function that raises the

88Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceWhat is a sequence?You can create a song by consecutively playing pad samples. The CDX-1 is able to

89Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songThe Relationship Between Sequences and PhrasesThe sequence

9IMPORTANT NOTES291aIn addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on p. 2–3, please read and observe the following:Power Supply301• Do

90Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceRecording pad operations as you play pads—Realtime RecordingRealtime recording of pad operations is

91Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songRecording while you listen to the playback of another seque

92Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceCorrecting timing inaccuracies while you record—QuantizePad operations are recorded on the track wi

93Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songRecording pad operations at the specified interval—Step Rec

94Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceStep recordingIn the explanation that follows, we will assume that pads [1] and [2] contain samples

95Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songAdding dynamics while you step-recordThe volume level of st

96Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequencePlaying a sequence trackThe number of sounds that can be played simultaneously is a total of four s

97Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songPlaying sequence tracks and audio tracks simultaneouslyWhen

98Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceEditing a sequence trackThe samples arranged in a sequence track can be edited by moving the locati

99Arranging audio samples to create a song—SequenceArranging audio samples to create a songPasting a phrase at a different location—PasteIf something