Roland GW-7 Using Effects, Adjusting the Reverb or Chorus Send Level, Editing the Effects

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Performance Functions and Effects

Using Effects

The GW-7 contains built-in reverb, chorus, and multi-effect (MFX) processors. You can choose an effect type for each processor.

Adjusting the Reverb or Chorus Send Level

1.Press ANALOG MODIFY [SELECT] so EFFECT is lit.

2.Turn the C1 (REVERB) or C2 (CHORUS) knob.

Chorus is applied only if MFX is OFF.

Editing the Effects

1.Press [EFFECTS].

2.Use SELECT [ ][ ] to select a parameter, and turn the VALUE dial to edit its value.

Parameter

Range

Explanation

 

 

 

MFX

Refer to p. 20

Selects the type of multi-effect. It is memorized in each Tone.

 

 

* For details, refer to “Multi-Effect List” (p. 20).

 

 

* MFX are not applied to the following three types of tones.

 

 

The lower part in Split mode

 

 

The second tone in Dual mode

 

 

Drum sets

Tone MFX

OFF, ON

Normally you will leave this ON. Only one setting can be saved in the entire GW-7.

 

 

ON: When you switch the Tone, the MFX will also change.

 

 

OFF: The MFX will not change when you switch the Tone.

Chorus

OFF,

Selects the type of chorus. It is memorized in each Performance.

 

CHORUS 1–4,

* Chorus is applied only if MFX is OFF.

 

FB CHORUS,

OFF: Chorus will not be applied.

 

FLANGER,

CHORUS 1–4: These are typical chorus effects that add depth and spaciousness.

 

SHORT DLY,

FB CHORUS: A chorus that produces a flanger-like effect, and a mild tone.

 

S DLY FB

FLANGER: A metallic-sounding effect reminiscent of a jet airplane taking off and landing.

 

 

SHORT DLY: Delays the sound, producing an echo effect.

 

 

S DLY FB: A short delay will be repeated.

Cho Main

0–127

Adjusts the amount of chorus applied to the Main mode Tone, the Tone of the Upper Part in Split mode,

 

 

or the first Tone in Dual mode. It is memorized in each Tone.

Cho Dual

0–127

Adjusts the amount of chorus applied to the second Tone in Dual mode. It is memorized in each Perfor-

 

 

mance.

Cho Split

0–127

Adjusts the amount of chorus applied to the Tone of the Lower Part in Split mode. It is memorized in each

 

 

Performance.

Reverb

OFF,

Selects the type of reverb. It is memorized in each Performance.

 

ROOM 1–3,

OFF: Reverb will not be applied.

 

HALL 1–2,

ROOM 1–3: These simulate the reverberation of a room. Higher-numbered settings simulate larger

 

PLATE,

rooms.

 

DELAY,

HALL 1–2: These simulate the reverberation of a concert hall. Higher-numbered setting simulate larger

 

PAN DELAY

halls.

 

 

PLATE: This is a digital simulation of a metal-plate reverb unit. It is particularly appropriate for percus-

 

 

sive sounds.

 

 

DELAY: A delay effect (without reverb), producing a repeating echo.

 

 

PAN DELAY: A delay sound is repeated, alternating between the left and right channels.

Rev Main

0–127

Adjusts the amount of reverb applied to the Main mode Tone, the Tone of the Upper Part in Split mode,

 

 

or the first Tone in Dual mode. It is memorized in each Tone.

Rev Dual

0–127

Adjusts the amount of reverb applied to the second Tone in Dual mode. It is memorized in each Perfor-

 

 

mance.

Rev Split

0–127

Adjusts the amount of reverb applied to the Tone of the Lower Part in Split mode. It is memorized in each

 

 

Performance.

3.When you’re finished editing the effect settings, press [EFFECTS] or [EXIT] to return to the previous screen.

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Contents Conventions Used in This Manual For the U.K Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not drop it Important Notes Contents Front Panel Panel DescriptionsRear Panel About the GW-7 Connecting External Equipment, Pedals, and SwitchesConnecting a Pedal and Switch IntroductionPlaying Sounds from the Keyboard Keyboard Mode Turning the Power On/OffListening to the Demo Song Using the Metronome Restoring the GW-7 to Its Factory SettingsUsing Split Mode Using Dual ModeOctave Settings Keyboard Mode FunctionsSelecting the Tone for the Keyboard Mode Using the Favorite Tone FunctionParameter Range Explanation Editing a ToneEditing a Tone in Detail Saving a ToneOther Functions Using the GW-7 as a Midi Keyboard ControllerPress Select to return to the keyboard channel screen Playing Back a Backing Other Functions Related to Music Styles Selecting a Music StyleAdding Music Styles Deleting a Music StyleAssigning the D Beam Controller Function Performance Functions and EffectsPerformance Functions Beam ControllerSelecting a Performance Using Preset PerformancesPitch Bend and Modulation Assignable PedalOFF, on Performance ParametersAdjusting the Reverb or Chorus Send Level Using EffectsEditing the Effects Enhancer Multi-Effect ListKeyboard Song FunctionsRecording a Song AllDeleting a Song Using a Foot Switch to Punch-In/OutRecording Another Song After Previously Recording Saving a SongMoving the Playback Location of a Song Selecting and Playing a SongMinus-One Playback USB Functions and System Functions System SettingsTransferring Files via USB Parameter Range Explanation System Parameter FunctionsMidi Channels Midi FunctionsMidi Parameters Bulk Dump Using the GW-7 as a Midi Sound ModuleBulk Load Troubleshooting Pitch Is Wrong Sound Is DistortedCho Dual, Cho Split, Rev Main, Rev Dual, Rev Split p Button Tone Category Tone ListsTone Lists Wind World Button Rhythm Category Drum SetsOHH Drum SetsPC 68 CC32 PC 85 CC32 Kick House Kick HipHop Kick SimpleKick SFX Name Tempo Time sign Music StylesDM7 Chord Intelligence Mode 1 settingGM7 Midi Imprementation Chart Backing Track SpecificationsGW-7 Workstation Sound GeneratorControl Pedal IndexSong For the USA For EU CountriesFor Canada Africa Information