Roland RD-300SX Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master Tuning, Selecting the Keynote

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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])

Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches (Master Tuning)

For a cleaner ensemble sound while performing with one or more other instruments, ensure that each instrument’s standard pitch is in tune with that of the other instruments. In general, the tuning of an instrument is indicated by the pitch in Hertz (Hz) of the middle “A” note.

The last three digits of the current standard pitch setting appear in the display.

Value

415.3Hz – 466.2Hz (0.1 Hz increments)

Adjusting the Tuning

(Temperament, Key)

This sets the tuning and keynote (tonic) for entire parts.

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Temperament Keynote

Most modern songs are composed and played with the assumption that equal temperament will be used, but when classical music was composed, there were a wide variety of other tuning systems in existence. Playing a composition with its original tuning lets you enjoy the sonorities of the chords that the composer originally intended. You can select from eight tunings.

Indi-

Tuning

Description

cation

 

 

 

 

 

1

Equal

This tuning divides an octave into 12

 

Temperament

equal parts. Every interval produces

 

 

about the same amount of slight disso-

 

 

nance.

2

Just (Major)

This scale eliminates dissonance in

 

 

fifths and thirds. It is unsuited to play-

 

 

ing melodies and cannot be transposed,

 

 

but is capable of beautiful sonorities.

3

Just (Minor)

The scales of the major and minor just

 

 

intonations are different. You can get

 

 

the same effect with the minor scale as

 

 

with the major scale.

4

Pythagorean

This scale devised by the philosopher

 

 

Pythagoras eliminates dissonance in

 

 

fourths and fifths. Dissonance is pro-

 

 

duced by third-interval chords, but mel-

 

 

odies are euphonious.

5

Kirnberger

This scale is a modification of the meantone

 

 

and just intonations that permits greater

 

 

freedom in transposition to other keys. Per-

 

 

formances are possible in all keys (III).

6

Mean Tone

This scale makes some compromises in

 

 

just intonation, enabling transposition

 

 

to other keys.

7

Werckmeister

This is a combination of the mean tone

 

 

and Pythagorean scales. Performances are

 

 

possible in all keys (first technique, III).

8

Arabic

Arabic Scale. This scale is suitable for

 

 

Arabic music.

Selecting the Keynote

When playing with tuning other than equal temperament, you need to specify the keynote for tuning the song to be performed (that is, the note that corresponds to C for a major key or to A for a minor key). (If you choose an equal temperament, there’s no need to select a keynote.)

Set the keynote by holding down [E.PIANO] and pressing [INC] or [DEC].

The selected keynote appears in the display as shown below.

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Display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Letter

C

D

D

E

E

F

F

G

A

A

B

B

name

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*When performing in ensemble with other instruments, be aware that depending on the key, there may be some shifting of the pitch. Tune the RD-300SX to the fundamental pitch of the other instruments.

Precise Modification of Chord Sonorities (Stretch Tune)

Changes the pitch using the “stretch tuning” method typically used on acoustic pianos. This makes high-range sounds slightly higher in pitch, and low-range sounds slightly lower in pitch.

Indication

Value

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switching the Pedal’s Polarity (Damper Pedal Polarity)

This switches the polarity of the pedal connected to the PEDAL (DAMPER) jack on the rear panel.

On some pedals, the electrical signal output by the pedal when it is pressed or released is the opposite of other pedals. If your pedal has an effect opposite of what you expect, set this parameter to REVERSE. If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this parameter to STANDARD.

Indication

Value

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STANDARD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REVERSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 201a Do not open or modify in any way the unit or its AC adaptor Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not drop it Important Notes Contents About V-LINK Connecting External Midi DevicesContents 220 Main Features Panel Descriptions Front PanelRear Panel Panel DescriptionsMaking Connections Connect the supplied power cord to the supplied AC adaptorGetting Ready Before you begin making connections, confirm the followingConnecting the RD-300SX to External Equipment Connecting PedalsPress the Power switch on the back of the unit Turning the Power On and OffTurning On the Power Adjust the volume using the Volume slider Adjusting the VolumeTurning Off the Power Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master Tune Units of Sound Overview of the RD-300SXBasic Organization of the RD-300SX Basic Operation of the RD- 300SXHold down Edit and press Write Listening to the Demo Demo PlaySong Name Composer/Copyright To stop a song while it is playing, press ONE Touch PianoPress ONE Touch Piano Performing with the KeyboardPiano Performances ONE Touch Piano Performing with a Variety of Tones Tone Select button for the selected category lightsPlaying Multiple Tones with the Keyboard Switching to Single ModeTurning Dual or Split off turning the indicator off Pressing ONE Touch PianoPerforming with Two Layered Tones Dual Press DUAL, getting the indicator to lightPress Dual once more, and the indicator light goes out Pressing Two Tone Select buttons SimultaneouslyPress SPLIT, getting the indicator to light Keyboard’s Split Point pChanging the Keyboard’s Split Point Hold down Split for several secondsChanging the Tone for a Zone Hold down Transpose and press a key Transposing the Key of the Keyboard TransposeHold down Transpose for several seconds Pitch of the tone in semitone Steps Key Transpose pChanging the Keyboard’s Touch Changing the Velocity When the Key Touch Is Set to FixedPress SHIFT, and the indicator light goes out Hold down Shift and press Lower SelectChanging the Reverb Effect Type Press REVERB, getting its indicator to lightAdding Reverberation to Sounds Reverb Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect Reverb DepthChanging the Depth of Effect Press Multi EFFECTS, getting its indicator to lightAdding a Variety Effects to the Sound Multi Effects Hold down Multi Effects and press INC or DECWhile holding down SHIFT, press Multi Effects Changing the Multi-effects TypeAdding a Spinning Sound to Organ Tones Rotary Effect Press Organ and select the organ toneMaking a More Consistent Sound Sound Control Turn the Equalizer knobs to adjust the levels in each range Changing the Rhythm Pattern Press Rhythm to make the button indicator lightPlaying Rhythm Rhythm Pattern List pChanging the Rhythm Volume Changing Rhythm TemposPress INC or DEC, or Tone Select buttons to select a Setup Selecting Stored Settings SetupPress SETUP, getting the indicator to light Setup List pPress WRITE, getting the indicator to light Storing Settings to Setups WriteSettings Not Saved in a Setup When Enter is pressed, saving of the Setup beginsWhile holding down EDIT, press Enter Press ONE Touch Piano or Exit to cancel Panel LockDisabling the Buttons Panel Lock How to Make Settings Settings for Each Function EditMaking System Settings System Parameters That Can Be SetSwitching the Pedal’s Polarity Damper Pedal Polarity Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master TuningAdjusting the Tuning Temperament, Key Selecting the KeynoteMaking the Settings for the USB Driver Switching the Pedal’s Polarity Control Pedal PolarityUsing the Pedal to Switch Setup Setup Pedal Shift Indication Value DescriptionChanging the Pedal Function Control Pedal Function Setup-Related Settings CommonSetting the Zone to which Multi Effects are Added MFX Zone Press INC or DEC to select Common, then pressParameter Value Description Tone Settings Tone ParameterPress INC or DEC to select Tone, then press Enter Press INC or DEC to select U-L, then press Enter Changing the Pitch Fine TuneChanging the Bend Range Bend Range Turning Each Controller On and Off Setting the PanPart On/Off Part Bulk Dump Setup Utility Settings UtilityTransferring Setups to External Devices Setup Bulk Dump Bulk Dump TemporaryTransmit play back the data from the external sequencer Restoring Saved Settings to the RD- 300SXPress Enter again to start the Factory Reset operation Press OrganIndication Setting the Midi Tx ModeSwitching Local Control On and Off What’s MIDI? Connecting External Midi DevicesUsing the RD-300SX As a Master Keyboard Connecting External Midi Devices Connecting to an External SequencerSettings for Recording Recording the PerformanceMaking Connections Switching SetupsSelecting RD-300SX Sounds from an External Midi Device Number Bank Select Program ChangePress INC or DEC to set the value Display Value Description Switching USB DriversExchanging Midi Messages with Your Computer AgainHold down Shift and press Sound Control How to Use the V-LINKAbout V-LINK Hold down Shift and press Sound Control once again to exitTroubleshooting Problem Check/SolutionTroubleshooting Keyboard is PlayedWhen listening through headphones When listening through speakersEffects List Effect name OverviewEffects List SPACE-D3TAP PAN Sympathetic Error Messages Display MeaningTone List Tone NameTone List Rhythm Set List 106GM2 Standard GM2 Room GM2 Power GM2 Electric Rhythm Set ListGM2 Analog GM2 Jazz GM2 Brush GM2 Orchstra GM2 SFX Rhythm Pattern List Rhythm PatternShortcut List Setup ListSelecting Stored Settings Setup p What to do OperationMidi Implementation Chart Midi Implementation ChartMain Specifications ConnectorsIndex KEY TouchIndex RhythmFor EU Countries Compliance Information StatementFor the U.K For the USAInformation
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