Using the loop effects/Track EQ

Here is an explanation of how to change the various parameters for the loop effects (chorus/delay/doubling/ reverb).

For an explanation of loop effects, refer to “Loop Effect Parameter Functions” (p. 131).

Loop effects do not have “patches.” Loop effect settings are saved along with the song data.

If you want to save the settings in the currently selected song, hold down [STOP], and press [REC].

Selecting the loop effect

*You cannot use the chorus, delay, and doubling effects together. You must choose only one.

1.Press [LOOP EFFECTS].

2.Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “CHO/

DLY” or “REV,” and press [ENTER].

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3.Press CURSOR [ ] [ ] until “FX Type” or “Type” is displayed, then turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the

loop effect.

When using CHO/DLY

Select from “CHORUS,” “DELAY,” or “DBLN”

(doubling).

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When using REV

Select either “HALL” or “ROOM.”

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4.To change the settings for the selected effect, press CURSOR [ ] [ ] to select the parameter and turn the

TIME/VALUE dial to change the set value.

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For a description of the parameters for each effect, refer

to “Loop Effect Parameter Functions” (p. 131).

5.When you finish making settings,

press [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the PLAY screen.

Doubling

When you want to spread out the guitar backing sound to the left and right, record the same guitar backing separately to two tracks, then pan the sounds to the left and right. This is known as “doubling.”

By using the “DBLN” loop effect, you can produce a doubling effect even from a single-track (mono) recording, allowing you to make more efficient use of the tracks.

*If you want to emphasize the doubling effect, pan the track completely to the right or to the left and increase the doubling effect level. In addition, use the following procedure to raise the send level.

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Roland BR-864 Using the loop effects/Track EQ, Selecting the loop effect, When using CHO/DLY, When using REV, Doubling

BR-864 specifications

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