Roland AX-Synth owner manual Control Change list

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Appendix

Control Change list

Here are the official or frequently-used functions of Control Change numbers CC00~127. Not all MIDI instruments support all Control Changes, while some instruments may use certain numbers for different pur- poses. Be sure to check the MIDI implementation chart of the external instrument.

CC00 . . . . . . . . . . Bank Select MSB

CC01 . . . . . . . . . . Modulation wheel

CC02 . . . . . . . . . . Breath control

CC03 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC04 . . . . . . . . . . Foot controller

CC05 . . . . . . . . . . Portamento time

CC06 . . . . . . . . . . Data Entry MSB

CC07 . . . . . . . . . . Channel Volume

CC08 . . . . . . . . . . Balance

CC09 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC10 . . . . . . . . . . Pan

CC11 . . . . . . . . . . Expression

CC12 . . . . . . . . . . Effect control 1

CC13 . . . . . . . . . . Effect control 2

CC14 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC15 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC16 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #1

CC17 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #2

CC18 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #3

CC19 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #4

CC20~CC31 . . . . Undefined

CC32 . . . . . . . . . . Bank Select LSB

CC33 . . . . . . . . . . Modulation wheel LSB

CC34 . . . . . . . . . . Breath control LSB

CC35 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC36 . . . . . . . . . . Foot controller LSB

CC37 . . . . . . . . . . Portamento time LSB

CC38 . . . . . . . . . . Data entry LSB

CC39 . . . . . . . . . . Channel Volume LSB

CC40 . . . . . . . . . . Balance LSB

CC41 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC42 . . . . . . . . . . Pan LSB

CC43 . . . . . . . . . . Expression Controller LSB

CC44 . . . . . . . . . . Effect control 1 LSB

CC45 . . . . . . . . . . Effect control 2 LSB

CC46 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC47 . . . . . . . . . . Undefined

CC48 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #1 LSB

CC49 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #2 LSB

CC50 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #3 LSB

CC51 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #4 LSB

CC52~63. . . . . . . Undefined

CC64 . . . . . . . . . . Damper/Hold (Sustain)

CC65 . . . . . . . . . . Portamento on/off

CC66 . . . . . . . . . . Sustenuto on/off

CC67 . . . . . . . . . . Soft pedal on/off

CC68 . . . . . . . . . . Legato Footswitch

CC69 . . . . . . . . . . Hold 2

CC70 . . . . . . . . . . Sound Controller 1

CC71 . . . . . . . . . . Harmonic Content (Resonance)* CC72 . . . . . . . . . . Release Time*

CC73 . . . . . . . . . . Attack Time*

CC74 . . . . . . . . . . Brightness (Cutoff)*

CC75 . . . . . . . . . . Decay Time*

CC76 . . . . . . . . . . Vibrato Rate*

CC77 . . . . . . . . . . Vibrato Depth*

CC78 . . . . . . . . . . Vibrato Delay*

CC79 . . . . . . . . . . Sound Controller 10

CC80 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #5

CC81 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #6

CC82 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #7

CC83 . . . . . . . . . . General Purpose Controller #8

CC84 . . . . . . . . . . Portamento Control (Source Note)

CC85~90 . . . . . . Undefined

CC91 . . . . . . . . . . Effects 1 Depth

CC92 . . . . . . . . . . Effects 2 Depth

CC93 . . . . . . . . . . Effects 3 Depth

CC94 . . . . . . . . . . Effects 4 Depth

CC95 . . . . . . . . . . Effects 5 Depth

CC96 . . . . . . . . . . Data entry +1

CC97 . . . . . . . . . . Data entry -1

CC98 . . . . . . . . . . NRPN LSB

CC99 . . . . . . . . . . NRPN MSB

CC100 . . . . . . . . . RPN LSB

CC101 . . . . . . . . . RPN MSB

CC102~CC120 . Undefined

CC120 . . . . . . . . . All Sound Off

CC121 . . . . . . . . . Reset All Controllers

CC122 . . . . . . . . . Local control on/off

CC123 . . . . . . . . . All notes off

CC124 . . . . . . . . . Omni mode off (+ all notes off) CC125 . . . . . . . . . Omni mode on (+ all notes off) CC126 . . . . . . . . . Poly mode on/off (+ all notes off) CC127 . . . . . . . . . Poly mode on (incl mono=off +all

notes off)

(*) Definition according to General MIDI System Level 2 (GM2)

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Contents Page Declaration of Conformity Shoulder Synthesizer If you do not use the AX-Synth as a shoulder keyboard If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak Important notes Battery handling Strap holder precautionCopyright Contents High-quality Internal sound source Cable-free live operation possibleIn-depth programming with the ‘AX-Synth editor’ Panel descriptions Front panel‘Neck’ control section Bottom panelConnection panel rear Connecting the AC adaptor Making connectionsInserting or replacing batteries Connecting the AX-Synth Battery charge indicationControlling a MIDI-compatible sound source Controlling the AX-Synth from an external Midi deviceUsing headphones Some notes on using headphonesWorking with a computer or sequencer Powering up Turning the power offPlaying the AX-Synth Selecting ‘regular’ TonesSelecting ‘regular’ Tones sequentially Numeric selection of a ‘regular’ ToneGrouping frequently-used Tones Favorite Selecting ‘SuperNATURAL’ TonesSelecting ‘SPECIAL’ Tones Assigning a Tone to a Favorite memoryRecalling Favorite memories BankUsing the AX-Synth’s performance functions Master TuneTranspose Using the Modulation Bar Using the Touch ControllerOctave Switch mode Octave Hold modeUsing the D Beam controller Selecting the Bender ModeAftertouch Usable range of the D Beam controllerSelecting the Portamento mode PortamentoAssigning a different function to the D Beam controller Sustaining notes Hold buttonFoot Pedal socket Editing Tone settings Editing the volume and Reverb Send levelsUsing the AX-Synth as Midi controller Setting the Midi transmit channelMidi messages that can be trans- mitted/received About the AX-Synth’s receive channelTransmitting Program Change numbers Transmitting Program Change numbers sequen- tiallyEntering Program Change numbers directly Using the Bulk Dump function Archiving the AX-Synth’s settings using a Midi sequencerSending your settings back to the AX-Synth Using the AX-Synth as Midi controller Using the AX-Synth’s USB port General considerationsPossible applications ConnectionMaking the settings for the USB driver How to use V-LINK About V-LINKActivating V-LINK Operations on the AX-SynthBattery-related functions Loading the factory settingsChecking the remaining battery charge Sleep mode settingTroubleshooting AppendixControl Change list Tone list Regular TonesSA EP Specifications Roland AX-Synth Shoulder SynthesizerMidi implementation chart Shoulder Synthesizer Date March Model AX-Synth VersionIndex IndicationInformation For China 602.00.0354.02

AX-Synth specifications

The Roland AX-Synth is a groundbreaking keytar that merges the classic charm of traditional synthesizers with cutting-edge technology, making it an ideal instrument for modern musicians and performers. Best known for its sleek, ergonomic design and wide-ranging sound capabilities, the AX-Synth caters particularly to keyboardists who want to take their performance to new heights.

One of the standout features of the AX-Synth is its portability. Weighing in at just under 4 kg, the AX-Synth is lightweight and easy to handle, allowing performers to move freely on stage while delivering captivating performances. The AX-Synth’s built-in strap system ensures that the instrument stays securely in place during active performances, allowing musicians to focus on their creative expressions without worrying about stability.

The synthesizer boasts a rich sound engine derived from Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL technology. This advanced sound engine offers a remarkable level of expressiveness, with a wide range of sounds—from traditional analog synths to complex acoustic instruments. Additionally, the AX-Synth enables real-time sound manipulation thanks to its intuitive controls, including sliders and knobs for adjusting parameters such as filter, modulation, and effects.

One of the most appealing characteristics of the AX-Synth is its deep connectivity. It features MIDI I/O, allowing it to communicate with other devices and DAWs seamlessly. Moreover, it can operate as a USB MIDI controller, opening the door to a vast array of digital audio workstations and software instruments.

Another noteworthy aspect of the AX-Synth is its onboard effects. Musicians can easily add depth and texture to their performances with effects such as reverb, chorus, and delay. This versatility provides users with endless creative possibilities, allowing them to craft unique soundscapes on the fly.

The AX-Synth also includes a variety of performance features like arpeggiators and customizable patches, allowing musicians to explore diverse musical ideas during live shows. Its user-friendly interface makes it easy to navigate through the numerous presets and settings, ensuring that artists spend less time setting up and more time performing.

Overall, the Roland AX-Synth is not just a keytar; it's a powerful tool for musical expression, blending modern technology with the expressive nature of synthesizers. Whether on stage or in the studio, the AX-Synth opens new avenues for musicians, making it an essential instrument for those looking to make their mark in contemporary music.