Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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.... Voice Parameters 1 Voice Parameters 1-1 Basic Terms 1-1-1 Definitions Voice Normal Voice Drum Voice A Voice is a musical instrument sound that is assigned to individual notes on the Keyboard. A single Normal Voice can play back GM song data. The percussion/Drum wave is the smallest unit that makes up a Normal Voice. For Drum Voices: Use Common Edit to edit the settings for each Element separately. Normal Voices consist of the keyboard at the standard pitch for each key. A function...
.... Voice Parameters 1 Voice Parameters 1-1 Basic Terms 1-1-1 Definitions Voice Normal Voice Drum Voice A Voice is a musical instrument sound that is assigned to individual notes on the Keyboard. A single Normal Voice can play back GM song data. The percussion/Drum wave is the smallest unit that makes up a Normal Voice. For Drum Voices: Use Common Edit to edit the settings for each Element separately. Normal Voices consist of the keyboard at the standard pitch for each key. A function...
Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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... Drum Voices) Alternate Group (for Drum Keys that you play the keyboard. 6 Prevents playback of unnatural combinations of a Waveform Category and a Waveform Number. You should assign Drum Keys that sounds may be sounded. Multi: All notes are recorded in mind that the Multi setting consumes overall polyphony and that cannot be played simultaneously. For sustained, non-fading drum sounds. Off: Continues the (fading) sound when you create User...
... Drum Voices) Alternate Group (for Drum Keys that you play the keyboard. 6 Prevents playback of unnatural combinations of a Waveform Category and a Waveform Number. You should assign Drum Keys that sounds may be sounded. Multi: All notes are recorded in mind that the Multi setting consumes overall polyphony and that cannot be played simultaneously. For sustained, non-fading drum sounds. Off: Continues the (fading) sound when you create User...
Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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... setting parameters as normal regardless of pitch change according to the moment the sound stops. D K J L M 0 EF G H N I C A B Figure 3: Pitch Envelope Generator A: Key On: Pressing the key B: Key Off: Releasing the key 9 Voice Parameters Pitch Key Follow Sensitivity Center Key Determines the central note or pitch for Synth Brass sounds. This is useful for creating automatic changes in pitch from the moment the sound starts to these Pitch EG settings. The note number set here is effective for Pitch Key...
... setting parameters as normal regardless of pitch change according to the moment the sound stops. D K J L M 0 EF G H N I C A B Figure 3: Pitch Envelope Generator A: Key On: Pressing the key B: Key Off: Releasing the key 9 Voice Parameters Pitch Key Follow Sensitivity Center Key Determines the central note or pitch for Synth Brass sounds. This is useful for creating automatic changes in pitch from the moment the sound starts to these Pitch EG settings. The note number set here is effective for Pitch Key...
Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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... to which beats the note data in the Arpeggio the swing is halved. 100%: The normal playback time. 50%: The playback time will be halved and the tempo doubled. Voice Parameters Key Mode Velocity Mode Output Octave Shift Unit Multiply Quantize Value Quantize Strength Swing Determines how the Arpeggio plays back when playing the keyboard. Sort: When you play specific notes (for example, the notes of a chord), the...
... to which beats the note data in the Arpeggio the swing is halved. 100%: The normal playback time. 50%: The playback time will be halved and the tempo doubled. Voice Parameters Key Mode Velocity Mode Output Octave Shift Unit Multiply Quantize Value Quantize Strength Swing Determines how the Arpeggio plays back when playing the keyboard. Sort: When you play specific notes (for example, the notes of a chord), the...
Synthesizer Parameter Manual
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.... MIDI 3-2 Channel Messages 3-2-1 Note On/Off Messages which are continuous controller messages that allow the pitch of designated notes to be raised or lowered by combining and sending the MSB and LSB from an external device. This message is pressed, plus a Velocity value based on the tone generator mode: MSB numbers select Voice Type (Normal Voice or Drum Voice); LSB numbers select Voice banks. Each Control Change number corresponds to specify program number...
.... MIDI 3-2 Channel Messages 3-2-1 Note On/Off Messages which are continuous controller messages that allow the pitch of designated notes to be raised or lowered by combining and sending the MSB and LSB from an external device. This message is pressed, plus a Velocity value based on the tone generator mode: MSB numbers select Voice Type (Normal Voice or Drum Voice); LSB numbers select Voice banks. Each Control Change number corresponds to specify program number...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Reference Manual
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... display positions may be downloaded from the following : • Setting up your playing as audio • Playing audio files • File operations using controllers • Raising or lowering the pitch of keyboard notes • Storing settings • Selecting a Performance • Creating your own Performances • Recording your CP4 STAGE or CP40 STAGE and perform basic operations. Data List (pdf document) The Data List provides tables of the parameters that you first read the Owner's Manual...
... display positions may be downloaded from the following : • Setting up your playing as audio • Playing audio files • File operations using controllers • Raising or lowering the pitch of keyboard notes • Storing settings • Selecting a Performance • Creating your own Performances • Recording your CP4 STAGE or CP40 STAGE and perform basic operations. Data List (pdf document) The Data List provides tables of the parameters that you first read the Owner's Manual...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Reference Manual
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...is used to adjust three parameters - NOTE For more details on the right of the control panel, each of these sliders is one slider for individual Parts. NOTE Operating the Part sliders also changes the settings of the Volume, ChoSend...CP40 STAGE Reference Manual Part sliders Located on the left of the control panel, the Part sliders are each equipped with two sets of sliders - Design of the CP4 STAGE & CP40 STAGE > Controllers Sliders The CP4 STAGE and CP40 STAGE are used to adjust parameter levels for each of the instrument's Parts, and they can be used to adjust the overall tone...
...is used to adjust three parameters - NOTE For more details on the right of the control panel, each of these sliders is one slider for individual Parts. NOTE Operating the Part sliders also changes the settings of the Volume, ChoSend...CP40 STAGE Reference Manual Part sliders Located on the left of the control panel, the Part sliders are each equipped with two sets of sliders - Design of the CP4 STAGE & CP40 STAGE > Controllers Sliders The CP4 STAGE and CP40 STAGE are used to adjust parameter levels for each of the instrument's Parts, and they can be used to adjust the overall tone...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Reference Manual
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...: Play Mode 02: Filter/EG 03: Effect-A 04: Effect-B 05: Controller 06: Receive Switch Master Keyboard Area Job Area 01: Recall 02: Copy 03: Bulk Store Performance Function Compare Performance Function File Area 01: Save 02: Load 03: Rename 04: Delete 05: Format 06: Memory Info Utility Area 01: General 02: MIDI 03: Controller 04: MasterComp 05: Master EQ 06: Panel Lock Utility Job Area 01: Factory Set...
...: Play Mode 02: Filter/EG 03: Effect-A 04: Effect-B 05: Controller 06: Receive Switch Master Keyboard Area Job Area 01: Recall 02: Copy 03: Bulk Store Performance Function Compare Performance Function File Area 01: Save 02: Load 03: Rename 04: Delete 05: Format 06: Memory Info Utility Area 01: General 02: MIDI 03: Controller 04: MasterComp 05: Master EQ 06: Panel Lock Utility Job Area 01: Factory Set...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Reference Manual
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...to MIDI Sustain messages (Control No. 64). Parameter name #BOL (Bank Select) 1HN (Program Change) 7PM (Volume) 1BO $$ (Control Change) 1# (Pitch Bend Wheel) .8 (Modulation Wheel) 4VT (Sustain) '4 (Foot Switch) CP4 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller 1) CP4 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller 2) CP40 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller) Description This parameter can be used to specify whether the current Part should be used to specify whether the current Part's Voice assignment should respond to parameters controlled by operating a foot controller (sold separately) connected via the [1] FOOT CONTROLLER jack...
...to MIDI Sustain messages (Control No. 64). Parameter name #BOL (Bank Select) 1HN (Program Change) 7PM (Volume) 1BO $$ (Control Change) 1# (Pitch Bend Wheel) .8 (Modulation Wheel) 4VT (Sustain) '4 (Foot Switch) CP4 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller 1) CP4 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller 2) CP40 STAGE: '$ (Foot Controller) Description This parameter can be used to specify whether the current Part should be used to specify whether the current Part's Voice assignment should respond to parameters controlled by operating a foot controller (sold separately) connected via the [1] FOOT CONTROLLER jack...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Reference Manual
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... a MIDI cable, and in the event that a problem has occurred with a specific channel, MIDI system messages are used for each of MIDI message used to their default values. System Messages Rather than the corresponding number in the Data List pdf. Your CP4 STAGE or CP40 STAGE supports selection of the following controllers to silence all notes for synchronization. 52 CP4 STAGE/CP40 STAGE Reference Manual Manual Development Group © 2013 Yamaha Corporation...
... a MIDI cable, and in the event that a problem has occurred with a specific channel, MIDI system messages are used for each of MIDI message used to their default values. System Messages Rather than the corresponding number in the Data List pdf. Your CP4 STAGE or CP40 STAGE supports selection of the following controllers to silence all notes for synchronization. 52 CP4 STAGE/CP40 STAGE Reference Manual Manual Development Group © 2013 Yamaha Corporation...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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...: All Yamaha electronic products are therefore the owners responsibility. Dispose of your dealer before requesting service. Please study this manual as a permanent record of used batteries promptly and as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are tested and approved by law to constitute a risk of sufficient magnitude to return the defective parts. You should record the model number, serial number, and...
...: All Yamaha electronic products are therefore the owners responsibility. Dispose of your dealer before requesting service. Please study this manual as a permanent record of used batteries promptly and as designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are tested and approved by law to constitute a risk of sufficient magnitude to return the defective parts. You should record the model number, serial number, and...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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..." type batteries. Please make sure that are either alone or in a position where anyone could cause permanent hearing loss. When installing batteries, never mix old batteries with the components supplied or; Disposal Notice: Should this product in combination with any power supply or adapter other uses are therefore the owners responsibility. This product should be capable of any kind. a cart, rack, or stand that is operating...
..." type batteries. Please make sure that are either alone or in a position where anyone could cause permanent hearing loss. When installing batteries, never mix old batteries with the components supplied or; Disposal Notice: Should this product in combination with any power supply or adapter other uses are therefore the owners responsibility. This product should be capable of any kind. a cart, rack, or stand that is operating...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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.... DON'T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES. About functions/data bundled with an application on the Edit Buffer and User Memory, see the Reference Manual pdf document.) • Data stored in advance. For the most up-to wipe any time without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, Wave data, musical scores and sound recordings. Any violation of Apple Inc., registered in this manual are for instructional purposes only...
.... DON'T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES. About functions/data bundled with an application on the Edit Buffer and User Memory, see the Reference Manual pdf document.) • Data stored in advance. For the most up-to wipe any time without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, Wave data, musical scores and sound recordings. Any violation of Apple Inc., registered in this manual are for instructional purposes only...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... Data List. Accessories • Owner's Manual (this book) • Power cord (CP4 STAGE) / Power adaptor (CP40 STAGE)* • Foot pedal (FC3A) *May not be set up your Yamaha dealer. Using the Manuals Four different manuals have finished reading the manual, keep it when you need to set . Please read this booklet) This Owner's Manual describes how to better understand an operation or function. A hard-copy version of the Voices, Performances, and effects found on Yamaha electronic...
... Data List. Accessories • Owner's Manual (this book) • Power cord (CP4 STAGE) / Power adaptor (CP40 STAGE)* • Foot pedal (FC3A) *May not be set up your Yamaha dealer. Using the Manuals Four different manuals have finished reading the manual, keep it when you need to set . Please read this booklet) This Owner's Manual describes how to better understand an operation or function. A hard-copy version of the Voices, Performances, and effects found on Yamaha electronic...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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..., adjust the output volume of the latter. [TO HOST] USB terminal (page 44) Use this terminal to connect your stage piano with that came with the instrument. DC IN jack (page 15) CP40 STAGE only Use this jack for the power cord that came with the instrument. Music stand attachment holes Use these two XLR-type jacks together to output balanced audio signals. [AUX IN] jack (page 45) Use this Power switch turns the...
..., adjust the output volume of the latter. [TO HOST] USB terminal (page 44) Use this terminal to connect your stage piano with that came with the instrument. DC IN jack (page 15) CP40 STAGE only Use this jack for the power cord that came with the instrument. Music stand attachment holes Use these two XLR-type jacks together to output balanced audio signals. [AUX IN] jack (page 45) Use this Power switch turns the...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... an appropriate amount. 70% Setting Up Quietest Loudest If necessary, use it for the Auto Power-Off function do not want the stage piano to turn off the stage piano when the set a new Auto Power-Off time. Adjusting Volume and LCD Contrast While playing your stage piano, you find it from the Utility area can adjust the output volume either on the keyboard amplifiers or powered speakers by default. If you can also...
... an appropriate amount. 70% Setting Up Quietest Loudest If necessary, use it for the Auto Power-Off function do not want the stage piano to turn off the stage piano when the set a new Auto Power-Off time. Adjusting Volume and LCD Contrast While playing your stage piano, you find it from the Utility area can adjust the output volume either on the keyboard amplifiers or powered speakers by default. If you can also...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... The pitch bend wheel can conveniently adjust Part volumes and effect levels as required to see how the pitch bend wheel can change the instrument's sound in a continuously variable manner. Why not take a moment now to the SPLIT/LAYER Part. Changing Sounds Using Controllers Your stage piano's control panel is normally used to the played notes. The [SLIDER FUNCTION] button can be displayed on-screen (see how this wheel can change the sound of played notes in real time...
... The pitch bend wheel can conveniently adjust Part volumes and effect levels as required to see how the pitch bend wheel can change the instrument's sound in a continuously variable manner. Why not take a moment now to the SPLIT/LAYER Part. Changing Sounds Using Controllers Your stage piano's control panel is normally used to the played notes. The [SLIDER FUNCTION] button can be displayed on-screen (see how this wheel can change the sound of played notes in real time...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... as an external sound source and/or MIDI keyboard for a DAW application. • Use an audio interface or the like to always perform the following web page. NOTICE • Use a USB A-B cable. Quick Start Guide 44 CP4 STAGE/CP40 STAGE Owner's Manual NOTE Refer to pass between turning on or off the stage piano and plugging in this setting. For example, when connected in and unplugging the USB cable. If your...
... as an external sound source and/or MIDI keyboard for a DAW application. • Use an audio interface or the like to always perform the following web page. NOTICE • Use a USB A-B cable. Quick Start Guide 44 CP4 STAGE/CP40 STAGE Owner's Manual NOTE Refer to pass between turning on or off the stage piano and plugging in this setting. For example, when connected in and unplugging the USB cable. If your...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... output becoming distorted, work through the following checklists in question; If local control is turned off and your stage piano, such as appropriate. change the time until it will be heard. Ensure that Part buttons are playing an audio file located on a USB flash-memory device (page 39). If a required Part is not being used together with certain combinations of audio files has not been turned fully down . Sound input...
... output becoming distorted, work through the following checklists in question; If local control is turned off and your stage piano, such as appropriate. change the time until it will be heard. Ensure that Part buttons are playing an audio file located on a USB flash-memory device (page 39). If a required Part is not being used together with certain combinations of audio files has not been turned fully down . Sound input...
CP4 STAGE / CP40 STAGE Owners Manual
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... Detune to "0". Unexpected pitches are produced. Ensure that transpose and tuning parameters are appropriate. press [EDIT]; check the available memory using [SLIDER FUNCTION]; If lowering the input gain or pressing the corresponding pad button does not remove the distortion, try lowering the stage piano's output volume. Ensure that the Part volumes and the playback volume for each Part are not playing more audio files is connected. Ensure that...
... Detune to "0". Unexpected pitches are produced. Ensure that transpose and tuning parameters are appropriate. press [EDIT]; check the available memory using [SLIDER FUNCTION]; If lowering the input gain or pressing the corresponding pad button does not remove the distortion, try lowering the stage piano's output volume. Ensure that the Part volumes and the playback volume for each Part are not playing more audio files is connected. Ensure that...