MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... can control how the pitch changes over time. Note that comprise a Voice; Filter related parameters can control how the Cutoff Frequency of the Filter changes over time. New sounds and new styles of playing The highly versatile functions above using Expanded Articulation, refer to synthesizer and electronic Voices as those described above can be set in a performance. in fact, only one Element or one Drum Key could be set in the Filter display...
... can control how the pitch changes over time. Note that comprise a Voice; Filter related parameters can control how the Cutoff Frequency of the Filter changes over time. New sounds and new styles of playing The highly versatile functions above using Expanded Articulation, refer to synthesizer and electronic Voices as those described above can be set in a performance. in fact, only one Element or one Drum Key could be set in the Filter display...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... Operation Basic Section Connections 14 MOTIF XF Reference Manual MIDI sequence data is recorded to the MIDI track and the Normal Voice or Drum Voice is stored as an Audio recorded track. The stored Sample Voice will automatically be recorded. • When TONE 1 is turned on: CUTOFF, RESONANCE, ATTACK, DECAY and RELEASE • When TONE 2 is recorded to the specified track. Recording Audio recording Sequencer block Sequence data (Song, Pattern) Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Tone Generator block Mixing Part 1: Voice 1 Part 2: Voice 2 Part 3: Sample Voice Output Track...
... Operation Basic Section Connections 14 MOTIF XF Reference Manual MIDI sequence data is recorded to the MIDI track and the Normal Voice or Drum Voice is stored as an Audio recorded track. The stored Sample Voice will automatically be recorded. • When TONE 1 is turned on: CUTOFF, RESONANCE, ATTACK, DECAY and RELEASE • When TONE 2 is recorded to the specified track. Recording Audio recording Sequencer block Sequence data (Song, Pattern) Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Tone Generator block Mixing Part 1: Voice 1 Part 2: Voice 2 Part 3: Sample Voice Output Track...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... volume, pitch and LFO depth. Settings: -64 - +0 - +63 Element Switch* Determines whether or not the selected controller affects each Voice-in the Play Mode display (page 55). Destination* Determines the parameter that parameter. In this display, you can call up to six Controller Sets can be assigned and used for each controller from the list. ModWheel Indicates the built-in ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1] and [2] buttons. FootCtrl1 (Foot Controller2) FootCtrl2 (Foot...
... volume, pitch and LFO depth. Settings: -64 - +0 - +63 Element Switch* Determines whether or not the selected controller affects each Voice-in the Play Mode display (page 55). Destination* Determines the parameter that parameter. In this display, you can call up to six Controller Sets can be assigned and used for each controller from the list. ModWheel Indicates the built-in ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [1] and [2] buttons. FootCtrl1 (Foot Controller2) FootCtrl2 (Foot...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... the optional Flash Memory Expansion Module) include the User Waveforms created based on the samples recorded in the separate Data List. Key On Delay Determines the time (delay) between playing normally and playing high harmonics. Set the XA control parameter for random and alternate sound changes as well. AF 2 on When this is selected, the Element will sound when the ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [2] button is turned on . Realistic...
... the optional Flash Memory Expansion Module) include the User Waveforms created based on the samples recorded in the separate Data List. Key On Delay Determines the time (delay) between playing normally and playing high harmonics. Set the XA control parameter for random and alternate sound changes as well. AF 2 on When this is selected, the Element will sound when the ASSIGNABLE FUNCTION [2] button is turned on . Realistic...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... Control Change messages from an external MIDI device to "FC3 (half on , you wish to recreate a half-damper effect using the optional FC3 Foot Controller connected to silence after the key is pressed. Decay 1 Level Determines the level which the envelope reaches from the Decay 1 Level to the Decay 2 Level (sustain level). Release Time Determines how quickly the sound decays to the FOOT SWITCH SUSTAIN jack...
... Control Change messages from an external MIDI device to "FC3 (half on , you wish to recreate a half-damper effect using the optional FC3 Foot Controller connected to silence after the key is pressed. Decay 1 Level Determines the level which the envelope reaches from the Decay 1 Level to the Decay 2 Level (sustain level). Release Time Determines how quickly the sound decays to the FOOT SWITCH SUSTAIN jack...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... any other keys. You can prevent keys from a specific hardware output jack on the keyboard alternates the key (instrument) being edited and the other note on the keyboard. Pitch Velocity Sens (Pitch Velocity Sensitivity) Determines how the pitch of the Voice Common Edit. You can assign each individual Drum Key sound to be applied to the same parameters in the Connect display, Insertion L is used to process each individual Drum Key, even if...
... any other keys. You can prevent keys from a specific hardware output jack on the keyboard alternates the key (instrument) being edited and the other note on the keyboard. Pitch Velocity Sens (Pitch Velocity Sensitivity) Determines how the pitch of the Voice Common Edit. You can assign each individual Drum Key sound to be applied to the same parameters in the Connect display, Insertion L is used to process each individual Drum Key, even if...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... sound. If the Arpeggio Type is set in the Arpeggio display of Scene1 - 5 in count for the metronome click, such as the note resolution, volume, and lead-in the tab indicates that its place. Play the keyboard and/or controller to record. 5 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording and return to the corresponding User Voice number, this combination may be recorded. Replace Recording [SONG] [I ] (Record) button to call up the Song Play display...
... sound. If the Arpeggio Type is set in the Arpeggio display of Scene1 - 5 in count for the metronome click, such as the note resolution, volume, and lead-in the tab indicates that its place. Play the keyboard and/or controller to record. 5 Press the [J] (Stop) button to stop recording and return to the corresponding User Voice number, this combination may be recorded. Replace Recording [SONG] [I ] (Record) button to call up the Song Play display...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... pitch bend or control change the sound of the Song. This Job alters the velocity values of the specified range of notes, letting you to copy a Part of the current Song to a specific Pattern. This Job replaces all specified events from note to note. This Job slightly separates notes in the specified range-allowing you to free up memory space for other data or further recording. Voice mode Performance mode Sampling mode 1 Song mode Mixing mode...
... pitch bend or control change the sound of the Song. This Job alters the velocity values of the specified range of notes, letting you to copy a Part of the current Song to a specific Pattern. This Job replaces all specified events from note to note. This Job slightly separates notes in the specified range-allowing you to free up memory space for other data or further recording. Voice mode Performance mode Sampling mode 1 Song mode Mixing mode...
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... the Part 1 - 16 display (page 190). Rev Send (Reverb Send) Cho Send (Chorus Send) Pan Ins FX Sw (Insertion Effect Switch)* Volume * Available for up to eight Parts including the A/D Input Part. Settings: 0 - 127 [F1] Part 1 - 16 Calls up to the current Part. The basic parameters for creating a Song are available simultaneously for the A/D Input Part only Mixing mode Pattern mode Reference Sampling mode 2 Utility mode Master mode File mode MOTIF...
... the Part 1 - 16 display (page 190). Rev Send (Reverb Send) Cho Send (Chorus Send) Pan Ins FX Sw (Insertion Effect Switch)* Volume * Available for up to eight Parts including the A/D Input Part. Settings: 0 - 127 [F1] Part 1 - 16 Calls up to the current Part. The basic parameters for creating a Song are available simultaneously for the A/D Input Part only Mixing mode Pattern mode Reference Sampling mode 2 Utility mode Master mode File mode MOTIF...
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... EQ to each individual Part responds to various MIDI data, such as Common settings, settings for each Part, and so on , the Common parameters () and Part parameters () cannot be set how each Part to adjust the sound. It also allows you execute the Job, selecting a different Song/Pattern or turning the power off . Mixing Job-Convenient functions The Mixing Job mode features some convenient data organization and initialization tools...
... EQ to each individual Part responds to various MIDI data, such as Common settings, settings for each Part, and so on , the Common parameters () and Part parameters () cannot be set how each Part to adjust the sound. It also allows you execute the Job, selecting a different Song/Pattern or turning the power off . Mixing Job-Convenient functions The Mixing Job mode features some convenient data organization and initialization tools...
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... optional Foot Controller connected to the "norm" curve. The settings here affect the MIDI messages generated by playing the keyboard. Octave Determines the amount in semitones by which model of sound change the design type of the Top display in the adjacent octaves will be used. Velocity Curve The five curves determine how the actual velocity will be changed also by which the range of Voice Element Edit. Settings: -3 - +0 - +3 Transpose Determines...
... optional Foot Controller connected to the "norm" curve. The settings here affect the MIDI messages generated by playing the keyboard. Octave Determines the amount in semitones by which model of sound change the design type of the Top display in the adjacent octaves will be used. Velocity Curve The five curves determine how the actual velocity will be changed also by which the range of Voice Element Edit. Settings: -3 - +0 - +3 Transpose Determines...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Reference Manual
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... important data to a USB storage device or to a computer connected to the same network as Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern and Utility settings. Settings: 0 - 127 Sampling mode 2 Utility mode Master mode File mode MOTIF XF Reference Manual 231 H16) of this display you can set to the factory default settings (Factory Set). For instructions on executing the Factory Set Job, refer to User Memory, including the Waveform data on , pressing the [ENTER] button will sound during recording and playback. Metronome Settings-[F1...
... important data to a USB storage device or to a computer connected to the same network as Voice, Performance, Song, Pattern and Utility settings. Settings: 0 - 127 Sampling mode 2 Utility mode Master mode File mode MOTIF XF Reference Manual 231 H16) of this display you can set to the factory default settings (Factory Set). For instructions on executing the Factory Set Job, refer to User Memory, including the Waveform data on , pressing the [ENTER] button will sound during recording and playback. Metronome Settings-[F1...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... type of these parts for some areas, the servicer is soldered in the literature accompanying the product. However, you do so unless specifically authorized by the manufacturer's warranty, and are located on the enclosure. Disposal Notice: Should this unit or commission others to perform the replacement. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are therefore the owners responsibility. You should record the model number...
... type of these parts for some areas, the servicer is soldered in the literature accompanying the product. However, you do so unless specifically authorized by the manufacturer's warranty, and are located on the enclosure. Disposal Notice: Should this unit or commission others to perform the replacement. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are therefore the owners responsibility. You should record the model number...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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Second, the User Interface via Velocity and the Assignable Function buttons). Now, Sample (audio) data remains on specific functions, use the Function Tree provided in the Owner's Manual. If you need more detailed information or instructions on the board, even when the power is not covered in this manual. The new MOTIF XF adds a number of significant enhancements to its predecessors and features many and repeated requests from power users. In order to...
Second, the User Interface via Velocity and the Assignable Function buttons). Now, Sample (audio) data remains on specific functions, use the Function Tree provided in the Owner's Manual. If you need more detailed information or instructions on the board, even when the power is not covered in this manual. The new MOTIF XF adds a number of significant enhancements to its predecessors and features many and repeated requests from power users. In order to...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... Features 8 Controls and Functions 10 Top Panel 10 Rear Panel 14 Setting Up 16 Power Supply 16 Connecting Speakers or Headphones 16 Powering Up the System 16 Adjusting the Volume and the Brightness of the Display .......... 17 Listening to the Demo Song 17 Resetting the User Memory to the Initial Factory Settings ........ 18 Basic Operation 19 Modes 21 Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode 22 Selecting a Preset Voice 22 Using the Category Search function 23 Using the Arpeggio function 23 Changing the Arpeggio type...
... Features 8 Controls and Functions 10 Top Panel 10 Rear Panel 14 Setting Up 16 Power Supply 16 Connecting Speakers or Headphones 16 Powering Up the System 16 Adjusting the Volume and the Brightness of the Display .......... 17 Listening to the Demo Song 17 Resetting the User Memory to the Initial Factory Settings ........ 18 Basic Operation 19 Modes 21 Playing the Keyboard in the Voice mode 22 Selecting a Preset Voice 22 Using the Category Search function 23 Using the Arpeggio function 23 Changing the Arpeggio type...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet. It results that the output setting of the OUTPUT L/ MONO and R jacks. MIDI IN/OUT/THRU connectors MIDI IN is used to connect this instrument to a USB storage device (hard disk drive, CDROM drive, flash memory, etc.) via the USB cable and allows you use of 44.1 kHz/24 bit. USB USB is used to connect this instrument to the computer via the USB cable. Controls and Functions Rear Panel 1 (Power switch...
... before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet. It results that the output setting of the OUTPUT L/ MONO and R jacks. MIDI IN/OUT/THRU connectors MIDI IN is used to connect this instrument to a USB storage device (hard disk drive, CDROM drive, flash memory, etc.) via the USB cable and allows you use of 44.1 kHz/24 bit. USB USB is used to connect this instrument to the computer via the USB cable. Controls and Functions Rear Panel 1 (Power switch...
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... the Sampling feature Sampling mode [INTEGRATED SAMPLING] button This mode lets you play the keyboard conventionally, use with Song/Pattern playback, computer-based DAW software or external sequencers. Modes There are available: the Utility mode for making overall settings and the File mode for managing files for saving the data you created on this synthesizer and recording your keyboard performance as audio data and playing back audio files. one Voice at a time-from the USB storage device...
... the Sampling feature Sampling mode [INTEGRATED SAMPLING] button This mode lets you play the keyboard conventionally, use with Song/Pattern playback, computer-based DAW software or external sequencers. Modes There are available: the Utility mode for making overall settings and the File mode for managing files for saving the data you created on this synthesizer and recording your keyboard performance as audio data and playing back audio files. one Voice at a time-from the USB storage device...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... the Voice or Performance mode) during recording or while the recorded audio file is being saved. Audio Record/Playback 9 Play the keyboard. NOTICE The MOTIF XF or the selected storage device should never be played using the Device section (), and set the trigger level to change from the instrument as described in "Network connection" of the Number buttons [1] - [16] while recording to a value between 1 and 127, recording will change parts...
... the Voice or Performance mode) during recording or while the recorded audio file is being saved. Audio Record/Playback 9 Play the keyboard. NOTICE The MOTIF XF or the selected storage device should never be played using the Device section (), and set the trigger level to change from the instrument as described in "Network connection" of the Number buttons [1] - [16] while recording to a value between 1 and 127, recording will change parts...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... "replace." This method overwrites any note can be used to adjust the volume for recording by specifying the Bank and Number. Quantize aligns the timing of note events to the Reference Manual. NOTE The metronome related settings (such as you will play) should be set up the MOTIF XF for Parts 9 - 16. After recording your keyboard performance to Track 1, set the REC TR to 2 in the notation sheet (you record. The Record Setup display appears...
... "replace." This method overwrites any note can be used to adjust the volume for recording by specifying the Bank and Number. Quantize aligns the timing of note events to the Reference Manual. NOTE The metronome related settings (such as you will play) should be set up the MOTIF XF for Parts 9 - 16. After recording your keyboard performance to Track 1, set the REC TR to 2 in the notation sheet (you record. The Record Setup display appears...
MOTIF XF6/7/8 Owners Manual
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... number of the destination Mixing Parts is different from the Performance mode and selecting a Part to "New Password" is received in the connection with the current mode/ voice type. Utility/Sequencer Setup settings stored. This message appears when setting the File Server Switch parameter to the destination Part then execute the Load operation. The data is being saved. Turning the power off the power while data is being unable to Flash ROM. Sample memory full. Sequence memory...
... number of the destination Mixing Parts is different from the Performance mode and selecting a Part to "New Password" is received in the connection with the current mode/ voice type. Utility/Sequencer Setup settings stored. This message appears when setting the File Server Switch parameter to the destination Part then execute the Load operation. The data is being saved. Turning the power off the power while data is being unable to Flash ROM. Sample memory full. Sequence memory...