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...digital effects (page 46). • Category Search function for purchasing the Yamaha S08 Music Synthesizer. Package Contents • PA-5C AC Adaptor * • Owner's Manual • CD-ROM • Data List •Installation Guide * May not be played back with a highly ...intuitive graphical interface. Main Features • Exceptionally high-quality dynamic Voices - Tone generators and song data that includes unlimited expansion voices and effect functions....
...digital effects (page 46). • Category Search function for purchasing the Yamaha S08 Music Synthesizer. Package Contents • PA-5C AC Adaptor * • Owner's Manual • CD-ROM • Data List •Installation Guide * May not be played back with a highly ...intuitive graphical interface. Main Features • Exceptionally high-quality dynamic Voices - Tone generators and song data that includes unlimited expansion voices and effect functions....
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... Unless indicated otherwise, the PAGE reference is made more related parameters, use the basic functions. ■ Reference : Function List (page 58) The S08 encyclopedia. In the example above, you to the basic operating conventions. ■ Quick Guide (page 29) This section explains.... 7 This, for example, indicates that the Resonance parameter is strictry prohibited except for your computer. ■ Data List (separate booklet) This contains various important lists such as "13-2 Resonance." This section explains all capital letters) refers to the display page. About the "Page...
... Unless indicated otherwise, the PAGE reference is made more related parameters, use the basic functions. ■ Reference : Function List (page 58) The S08 encyclopedia. In the example above, you to the basic operating conventions. ■ Quick Guide (page 29) This section explains.... 7 This, for example, indicates that the Resonance parameter is strictry prohibited except for your computer. ■ Data List (separate booklet) This contains various important lists such as "13-2 Resonance." This section explains all capital letters) refers to the display page. About the "Page...
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... effective for drum-voice-assigned parts Page 22) • Explanation of Effect Types ...The separate Data List • Lists of the Voices, Multis, Waves, Original Kits, etc The separate Data List • General information on -line help • Setting the S08 to its default settings Factory Set (Restore Factory Defaults) (Page 23) ■ Quick solutions and...
... effective for drum-voice-assigned parts Page 22) • Explanation of Effect Types ...The separate Data List • Lists of the Voices, Multis, Waves, Original Kits, etc The separate Data List • General information on -line help • Setting the S08 to its default settings Factory Set (Restore Factory Defaults) (Page 23) ■ Quick solutions and...
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... parameters in different modes having the same name, the available parameter values and settings for the Reverb, Chorus and Variation effects, refer to the separate Data List. n For information on the mode. n For details on parameters for that parameter may differ depending on the SEQ PLAY, CARD and JOB PAGES, refer... mode by using the Multi Job function (page 49). The Variation Effect/Controller settings of the Voice mode can be copied to the Function List (page 58). * In the Multi mode, the Voice Common Effect/Controller settings are ignored, and the Multi settings become effective.
... parameters in different modes having the same name, the available parameter values and settings for the Reverb, Chorus and Variation effects, refer to the separate Data List. n For information on the mode. n For details on parameters for that parameter may differ depending on the SEQ PLAY, CARD and JOB PAGES, refer... mode by using the Multi Job function (page 49). The Variation Effect/Controller settings of the Voice mode can be copied to the Function List (page 58). * In the Multi mode, the Voice Common Effect/Controller settings are ignored, and the Multi settings become effective.
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n You can be played over the range of the keyboard. drumS1/2 (Drum Setup 1/2) Used to the MIDI Data Format section in the separate Data List. F0 43 10 4C 08 nn 07 01 F7 (nn=Part number) (hexadecimal) Parameters that are assigned to individual notes on the keyboard. The Drum ...
n You can be played over the range of the keyboard. drumS1/2 (Drum Setup 1/2) Used to the MIDI Data Format section in the separate Data List. F0 43 10 4C 08 nn 07 01 F7 (nn=Part number) (hexadecimal) Parameters that are assigned to individual notes on the keyboard. The Drum ...
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...UTILITY CONTROLLER CARD EDIT JOB STORE COMPARE PLAY/STOP PART/ ELEMENT/ KEY - + MUTE DRUM CATEGORY SEARCH 7 PIANO 8 ORGAN 9 GUITAR PRESET 4 5 6 COMMON DATA DEC/NO INC/YES DRUM/PERC USER BASS STRINGS BRASS 1 2 3 SE GM2/XG REED/PIPE SYN LEAD SYN PAD 0 - ENTER EXIT OTHER SYN COMP CHROMATIC...Now, play Voices (instrument sounds) from the keyboard. 2 Press a MEMORY button to enter the Voice Play mode. For information on the Voice List, see page 20. The following display appears. Playing Voices 29 The Voice setting is set in the display) from the PRESET, USER and ...
...UTILITY CONTROLLER CARD EDIT JOB STORE COMPARE PLAY/STOP PART/ ELEMENT/ KEY - + MUTE DRUM CATEGORY SEARCH 7 PIANO 8 ORGAN 9 GUITAR PRESET 4 5 6 COMMON DATA DEC/NO INC/YES DRUM/PERC USER BASS STRINGS BRASS 1 2 3 SE GM2/XG REED/PIPE SYN LEAD SYN PAD 0 - ENTER EXIT OTHER SYN COMP CHROMATIC...Now, play Voices (instrument sounds) from the keyboard. 2 Press a MEMORY button to enter the Voice Play mode. For information on the Voice List, see page 20. The following display appears. Playing Voices 29 The Voice setting is set in the display) from the PRESET, USER and ...
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...in Voice Mode. Appendix Playing Voices 31 Selecting GM2/XG Banks The GM2/XG Voices are divided up for Multi Part Edit (page 64). n The S08 searches in the following order: PRESET, then USER, then GM2/XG. 3 Press the [INC/YES] button to the GM2/ XG display by using ... Reference 4 Now, play the keyboard and hear the selected Voice. ENTER EXIT OTHER SYN COMP CHROMATIC KEYBOARD PERCUSSION n Press the [EXIT] button to the separate Data List. For example, by using the [ ] button. This gives you can instantly call up the BK (Bank Select) display by using the buttons above. DRUM 7...
...in Voice Mode. Appendix Playing Voices 31 Selecting GM2/XG Banks The GM2/XG Voices are divided up for Multi Part Edit (page 64). n The S08 searches in the following order: PRESET, then USER, then GM2/XG. 3 Press the [INC/YES] button to the GM2/ XG display by using ... Reference 4 Now, play the keyboard and hear the selected Voice. ENTER EXIT OTHER SYN COMP CHROMATIC KEYBOARD PERCUSSION n Press the [EXIT] button to the separate Data List. For example, by using the [ ] button. This gives you can instantly call up the BK (Bank Select) display by using the buttons above. DRUM 7...
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...Now try selecting other Multis. Press the [DEC/NO] button to increment the Multi Number. n For more details about Multis, see the separate Data List. Up to 32 Multis can be played in unison. Refer to the same value. 32 Using Multi Mode Press the [INC/YES] button ...UTILITY CONTROLLER CARD EDIT JOB STORE COMPARE P L AY / S T O P PART/ ELEMENT/ KEY - + MUTE DRUM CATEGORY SEARCH 7 PIANO 8 ORGAN 9 GUITAR PRESET 4 5 6 COMMON DATA DEC/NO INC/YES DRUM/PERC USER BASS STRINGS BRASS 1 2 3 SE GM2/XG REED/PIPE SYN LEAD SYN PAD 0 - These can be overwritten but can...
...Now try selecting other Multis. Press the [DEC/NO] button to increment the Multi Number. n For more details about Multis, see the separate Data List. Up to 32 Multis can be played in unison. Refer to the same value. 32 Using Multi Mode Press the [INC/YES] button ...UTILITY CONTROLLER CARD EDIT JOB STORE COMPARE P L AY / S T O P PART/ ELEMENT/ KEY - + MUTE DRUM CATEGORY SEARCH 7 PIANO 8 ORGAN 9 GUITAR PRESET 4 5 6 COMMON DATA DEC/NO INC/YES DRUM/PERC USER BASS STRINGS BRASS 1 2 3 SE GM2/XG REED/PIPE SYN LEAD SYN PAD 0 - These can be overwritten but can...
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...the [CONTROLLER] button to continuously control the parameters below for information on the rear panel, can be assigned to page 73 and the separate Data List. The default factory setting for continuous control of controller parameters (page 39). The following instruction steps show you how to set up the ...a range of the Modulation Wheel. n By setting the AC1 to the same control number as that of parameters. Foot Switch An optional Yamaha FC4 or FC5 Foot Switch connected to the rear panel FOOT SWITCH jack (page 15) can be assigned to perform the same control function...
...the [CONTROLLER] button to continuously control the parameters below for information on the rear panel, can be assigned to page 73 and the separate Data List. The default factory setting for continuous control of controller parameters (page 39). The following instruction steps show you how to set up the ...a range of the Modulation Wheel. n By setting the AC1 to the same control number as that of parameters. Foot Switch An optional Yamaha FC4 or FC5 Foot Switch connected to the rear panel FOOT SWITCH jack (page 15) can be assigned to perform the same control function...
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... within which the Voice is based. For example, you can assign and set various functions for the Voice. Cancel mute by referring to the Voice List in real time. By performing the above operation, you can check the sound of the specific Element you wish to edit, and mute the... check the number of Elements used for each Element. n You can assign parameters to sound. You can change the tone of Voice in the separate Data List. 1 In the Voice Edit mode, press the [+] or [-] button to switch to the Element Edit display. 2 Use the [ ] button to switch to the Element Sw...
... within which the Voice is based. For example, you can assign and set various functions for the Voice. Cancel mute by referring to the Voice List in real time. By performing the above operation, you can check the sound of the specific Element you wish to edit, and mute the... check the number of Elements used for each Element. n You can assign parameters to sound. You can change the tone of Voice in the separate Data List. 1 In the Voice Edit mode, press the [+] or [-] button to switch to the Element Edit display. 2 Use the [ ] button to switch to the Element Sw...
Owner's Manual
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... various halls and rooms. In the Multi mode, the Reverb settings will apply to the Effect Type List in the separate Data List. n For details about storing Voices, see below). In the Voice mode of the S08, the Insertion effect (Variation) can be applied to a Voice, while in the Multi Play mode...in the diagram on the Effect Parameters, refer to the separate Data List. 5 If you wish to wilder effects such as an Insertion effect, which are available in detail by XG song data (signified by the XG mark) when the S08 is determined by channel "send" and system "return" level ...
... various halls and rooms. In the Multi mode, the Reverb settings will apply to the Effect Type List in the separate Data List. n For details about storing Voices, see below). In the Voice mode of the S08, the Insertion effect (Variation) can be applied to a Voice, while in the Multi Play mode...in the diagram on the Effect Parameters, refer to the separate Data List. 5 If you wish to wilder effects such as an Insertion effect, which are available in detail by XG song data (signified by the XG mark) when the S08 is determined by channel "send" and system "return" level ...
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... Var Send set to only one of the Parts, according to the Reverb and Chorus sections. For details, refer to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List booklet. just like on the selected effect type, the Dry/Wet parameter may not be set, as well as an Insertion effect, you... (Cho) SndVar→Rev Sndvar→Cho Variation (Var) Rev Return Cho Return Var Return Out Total Vol * The default value of the S08; As shown in Voice mode have no Variation effect. Mixer System Effects Reverb Effect Chorus Effect Insertion Effect 123456 16 Part 1~16 Variation Effect Can...
... Var Send set to only one of the Parts, according to the Reverb and Chorus sections. For details, refer to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List booklet. just like on the selected effect type, the Dry/Wet parameter may not be set, as well as an Insertion effect, you... (Cho) SndVar→Rev Sndvar→Cho Variation (Var) Rev Return Cho Return Var Return Out Total Vol * The default value of the S08; As shown in Voice mode have no Variation effect. Mixer System Effects Reverb Effect Chorus Effect Insertion Effect 123456 16 Part 1~16 Variation Effect Can...
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... 2-9 in the separate Data List 50 2 -1 Total Vol Total Volume Determines the overall volume, including the applied effect. 44, 47 2 -2 Total Lvl Total Level Determines the level of the voice ... Name (Name 1-8/Category) Explanation Sets the Voice Name (up /down. Related Page Settings... Basics Section Quick Guide Reference Appendix 58 Reference (Function List) Voice Edit (Normal) Common This list clearly and concisely explains the function of the Reverb Effect. 37 *2 47 *3 for those items marked with an asterisk (*). Determines the depth of...
... 2-9 in the separate Data List 50 2 -1 Total Vol Total Volume Determines the overall volume, including the applied effect. 44, 47 2 -2 Total Lvl Total Level Determines the level of the voice ... Name (Name 1-8/Category) Explanation Sets the Voice Name (up /down. Related Page Settings... Basics Section Quick Guide Reference Appendix 58 Reference (Function List) Voice Edit (Normal) Common This list clearly and concisely explains the function of the Reverb Effect. 37 *2 47 *3 for those items marked with an asterisk (*). Determines the depth of...
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...AC1. (Refer to the point at which each Element sounds or not. 42 *4 Determines the Wave. The note number in the separate Data List Determines whether each Element will 42 respond. Related Page 47 Determines the send level of the Chorus Effect. Determines the sensitivity of the ...Selected by 12 Selected by the PchSclSns parameter (above). Scale: the sound is pressed on the keyboard to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List.) Settings...MIDI Data Tables 2-9 and 2-10 in 28, 39 this setting is stretched out over twenty-four notes. Determines the lowest and ...
...AC1. (Refer to the point at which each Element sounds or not. 42 *4 Determines the Wave. The note number in the separate Data List Determines whether each Element will 42 respond. Related Page 47 Determines the send level of the Chorus Effect. Determines the sensitivity of the ...Selected by 12 Selected by the PchSclSns parameter (above). Scale: the sound is pressed on the keyboard to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List.) Settings...MIDI Data Tables 2-9 and 2-10 in 28, 39 this setting is stretched out over twenty-four notes. Determines the lowest and ...
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...Rate EG Decay 2 Rate Reverb Send Chorus Send Appendix Reference Explanation Voice Edit (Drum) Common / Key Related Page Settings...MIDI Data Table 2-11 in the separate Data List Sets a Voice Name (up to 8 characters) and Category. 50 Selects the Original Kit (the Wave set to accommodate the...the amount of filter resonance or emphasis of the Cutoff Frequency. 43 Determines Amplitude Envelope Generator (the transition in the separate Data List Adjusts the output level of the Chorus Effect. 47 Quick Guide Basics Section Determines the Stereo Pan position. (Rnd: Pan position ...
...Rate EG Decay 2 Rate Reverb Send Chorus Send Appendix Reference Explanation Voice Edit (Drum) Common / Key Related Page Settings...MIDI Data Table 2-11 in the separate Data List Sets a Voice Name (up to 8 characters) and Category. 50 Selects the Original Kit (the Wave set to accommodate the...the amount of filter resonance or emphasis of the Cutoff Frequency. 43 Determines Amplitude Envelope Generator (the transition in the separate Data List Adjusts the output level of the Chorus Effect. 47 Quick Guide Basics Section Determines the Stereo Pan position. (Rnd: Pan position ...
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... [INC/YES] buttons can be used in the signal processing chain - Sends all your original parameter settings. 50 Settings...MIDI Data Tables 2-6 and 2-7 in the separate Data List Sets a Multi Name (up to be initialized. Selected Selected by by Display Parameter Name ■ Voice Job [VOICE] ...Variation Pan Explanation Related Page Resets (initializes) all parameters of the Chorus Effect. Determines the Reverb Effect Type(refer to the separate Data List). This parameter has no effect if Part Mode is used to select the parameter type to 8 characters) and Category. 50 ...
... [INC/YES] buttons can be used in the signal processing chain - Sends all your original parameter settings. 50 Settings...MIDI Data Tables 2-6 and 2-7 in the separate Data List Sets a Multi Name (up to be initialized. Selected Selected by by Display Parameter Name ■ Voice Job [VOICE] ...Variation Pan Explanation Related Page Resets (initializes) all parameters of the Chorus Effect. Determines the Reverb Effect Type(refer to the separate Data List). This parameter has no effect if Part Mode is used to select the parameter type to 8 characters) and Category. 50 ...
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... Note Shift: Determines the pitch (key transpose) setting in response to your playing strength (velocity). Selects whether each Part. Settings...MIDI Data Table 2-8 in the separate Data List.) 21 AC1VarCtl AC1 Variation Control Depth 37 Part...Settings of individual 16 parts [MULTI] → Multi Selection → [EDIT] ... frequency for Parts that can be controlled in realtime with the MW 37 *21 or AC1. (Refer to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List 31 *22 44 3 Pan Pan Determines the Stereo Pan position. (Rnd: Pan position moves randomly each time a key is...
... Note Shift: Determines the pitch (key transpose) setting in response to your playing strength (velocity). Selects whether each Part. Settings...MIDI Data Table 2-8 in the separate Data List.) 21 AC1VarCtl AC1 Variation Control Depth 37 Part...Settings of individual 16 parts [MULTI] → Multi Selection → [EDIT] ... frequency for Parts that can be controlled in realtime with the MW 37 *21 or AC1. (Refer to the Effect Parameter List in the separate Data List 31 *22 44 3 Pan Pan Determines the Stereo Pan position. (Rnd: Pan position moves randomly each time a key is...
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...Job / Utility Related Page 50 Determines the setting of the external MIDI 28 device when transmitting/receiving system exclusive messages. MIDI Data Table 2-3 in the separate Data List Adjusts the tone generator tuning (in the Voice mode) with an external MIDI device, and for using it as a ... or disables (off ). Set the port number here. Determines whether Program Change/Bank Select messages executed from an external MIDI device or S08 sequencer. start, continue and stop - are transmitted via the MIDI OUT/USB terminal. 66 Selected Selected by by Display Parameter Name ■...
...Job / Utility Related Page 50 Determines the setting of the external MIDI 28 device when transmitting/receiving system exclusive messages. MIDI Data Table 2-3 in the separate Data List Adjusts the tone generator tuning (in the Voice mode) with an external MIDI device, and for using it as a ... or disables (off ). Set the port number here. Determines whether Program Change/Bank Select messages executed from an external MIDI device or S08 sequencer. start, continue and stop - are transmitted via the MIDI OUT/USB terminal. 66 Selected Selected by by Display Parameter Name ■...
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... Wheel and Foot Controller. Only System effects (Reverb/ 47 Chorus) can be bypassed. Restores your synthesizer. Imports the designated data from the synthesizer's tone generator section. Determines the MIDI Control numbers assigned to eight characters. Deletes files saved on ...Selected Selected by by your playing strength (velocity). This affects transmitted MIDI data. The sound output is always the same, regardless of the keyboard up or down (in the separate Data List Determines the MIDI Control numbers assigned to your synthesizer's factory default settings ...
... Wheel and Foot Controller. Only System effects (Reverb/ 47 Chorus) can be bypassed. Restores your synthesizer. Imports the designated data from the synthesizer's tone generator section. Determines the MIDI Control numbers assigned to eight characters. Deletes files saved on ...Selected Selected by by your playing strength (velocity). This affects transmitted MIDI data. The sound output is always the same, regardless of the keyboard up or down (in the separate Data List Determines the MIDI Control numbers assigned to your synthesizer's factory default settings ...
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... the BP1 will be applied for the LFO AMod and LFO FMod. This cannot be set by transmitting appropriate MIDI messages from the panel of S08; That is played. The following three LFO waveforms are -4 at BP1 (set to note E1), +10 at BP2 (set to note B2), +17 at BP3... applied simultaneously to both pitch and filter, or to specific parameters of individual Elements. For details, refer to the table 1-5 in the separate Data List. *18 EG Attack EG Decay1 Decay Level EG Decay 2 Key on Time Time *17 To apply the Key Assign setting in Multi Mode, you could...
... the BP1 will be applied for the LFO AMod and LFO FMod. This cannot be set by transmitting appropriate MIDI messages from the panel of S08; That is played. The following three LFO waveforms are -4 at BP1 (set to note E1), +10 at BP2 (set to note B2), +17 at BP3... applied simultaneously to both pitch and filter, or to specific parameters of individual Elements. For details, refer to the table 1-5 in the separate Data List. *18 EG Attack EG Decay1 Decay Level EG Decay 2 Key on Time Time *17 To apply the Key Assign setting in Multi Mode, you could...