Zoom MRT-3 operation manual Introduction

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ZOOM Micro RhythmTrak MRT-3(subsequently referred to as

"the MRT-3").

The MRT-3 offers the following attractive features.

Sophisticated rhythm machine incorporates 199 super-realistic drum and percussion sounds in an amazingly compact body. A full 396 preset patterns contain a wide variety of preprogrammed rhythms. 99 additional patterns can be programmed and stored by the user.

Create a backing sequence (song) with up to 99 patterns. As many as 99 such songs can be stored for immediate use at any time.

Internally lit pads let you follow the rhythm pattern visually during song playback or when using a pattern.

Choose up to 14 sounds from the built-in drum and percussion sources, and then adjust level, tuning, and panning individually to create your very own drum kit. This gives you the flexibility to realize your creative vision.

Perfectly intuitive and simple design lets you master the unit right away, even if you have never used a drum machine before.

Optional foot switch FS01 allows pattern start/stop control or tempo switching. You can also operate an assigned sound such as bass drum or open/closed hi- hat.

MIDI IN connector allows use with an external MIDI sequencer or other device. The Multitrak Recording Studio ZOOM MRS-4 is an ideal match, letting you synchronize the audio tracks from the recorder with the rhythm track from the MRT-3. Playing the sounds of the MRT-3 with an external MIDI component is also possible.

Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most out of your MRT-3 and to ensure optimum performance and reliability.

Introduction

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Contents 8888 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions/ Usage PrecautionsBattery operation AC adapter operationHandling Usage PrecautionsContents MRT-3 IntroductionRear Panel Names of PartsTop Panel Connection Example Getting ConnectedTurn power to the MRT-3 on Using BatteriesTurn the unit over and open the battery compartment cover PreparationsPattern Terms Used in This ManualKit Preset kits Kit Kit03Pad/Pad Bank User kitsPress the Song key Listening to the Demo SongPress the Function key Playing the Pads Manual Play To switch the kit played by the pads, press the KIT keyPress the Pattern key Hit any padUse the Value +/- keys to select a kit number A01 Using Patterns Pattern ModeD05 @05 Playing a Pattern112 01-3114 Changing the Tempo of Pattern PlaybackPress the Function key and then pad 3 Quantize @01EReal-Time Pattern Recording While holding down the REC key, press the Play key Press the Function key againTap the pads in accordance with the metronome sound Adjust the tempo if necessaryPattern Step Recording To enter a rest, press the REC key Press the REC keyChanging the User Pattern Length Changing User Pattern Resolution After RecordingUse the Value +/- keys to set the new beat Changing the User Pattern BeatUse the Value +/- keys to set the new bar length Copy A05@05 Copying a PatternDEL @01Erasing a Single User Pattern Pattern mode, select the user pattern to be erased U01 U99ALL DEL @05EDeleting All User Patterns Pattern mode, with playback stopped, press the Function keyEditing a User Kit Creating Your Own Kit Kit ModePress the KIT key Press pad 1 or 3 7 to select the item to changeItems common to entire kit 1212Items for individual pads instrument sound Pad 1 PAD Inst Kit ItemsPad 3 Inst Tune Pad 5 Inst PANPad 7 Inst Level NormPad 4 KIT Level Pad 6 PAD Sens51@ 05PCopying a Kit Kit mode, select the kit to be used as copy sourceZoom MRT-3 What Is a Song? Creating Songs Song ModeSettings for entire song Settings for individual patterns@23 02 ERecording Song Patterns Use the Value +/- keys to select an empty song numberTo proceed to the next step, press the REC key EE020103 When one song is completed, press the Stop key0125 To listen to the song, press the Play keyChanging the Tempo Within a Song Hold down the Tempo key Changing the Song Volume122 PAT When you have selected the kit, press the Function keySelecting a Dedicated Song Kit Hold down the Function keyChecking the Amount of Remaining Memory for Songs 0100Copying a Song Song mode, press the Function key, and then the Pattern keyDeleting a Song DELIf desired, you can delete all songs Deleting All SongsStrt Controlling the MRT-3 With a Foot SwitchOther Functions Use FS01 to set the tempo A7A5Use FS01 to control start/pause Use FS01 to control start/stopPattern mode, press the Function key and then pad 6 Midi Synchronizing Playback With an External DeviceInt Internal Midi Midi clockMidi Use the Value +/- keys to select the Midi or rMt settingWhen rMt is selected as clock source INT When the setting is complete, press the Function key againPlaying MRT-3 Sounds From an External Midi Component Press and hold the KIT keyPlay the external Midi sequencer or keyboard Setting the Pattern/Song Playback SwingUse the Value +/- keys to adjust the swing amount Setting the Precount for Real-Time Recording Hold down the REC key while turning power to the MRT-3 on Returning the MRT-3 to the Factory Default ConditionTroubleshooting Stereo OUT SpecificationsKit List ReferencePAD # Midi Note Number ChartCategory Inst # Name Instrument ListHI Hats KIT Pattern ListPOP01 HIP01 INTRO01 FCH Midi ImplementationDrum Machine Midi Implementation ChartDisplay IndexChanging the beat of a user Zoom Corporation