Chapter 6 Editing Functions

Inserting a Blank Measure

You can add a blank measure at a location you specify. This

addition of a blank measure is called “Insertion.”

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1.Follow the steps in “Choosing an Editing Function” (p. 124) to choose <Insert>.

The following screen will appear.

Display Description

From The first measure in the passage you want to insert

For

The number of measures to insert

Tr/Pt Track button or Part number to insert Choosing “All” inserts the blank measures at the same location in all Parts.

2.Touch the screen to choose the item you want to make the setting for.

3.Use the Value [-] [+] buttons or the dial to set the item.

To cancel insertion of a blank measure, touch <Exit>. The insertion is canceled and the KF-90 goes back to the Song Edit screen.

4.When you’re done making all the settings, touch <Execute>.

Insertion of a blank measure starts.

When insertion is finished, you are returned to the Song Edit screen.

Transposing Individual Parts

You can transpose specified parts and tracks individually.

1.Follow the steps in “Choosing an Editing Function” (p. 124) to choose <Transpose>.

The following screen will appear.

Display Description

From The first measure in the passage you want to transpose

For

The number of measures to transpose

Tr/Pt Track button or Part number to transpose Choosing “All” transposes the same location in all Parts.

Bias The amount of transposition

You can choose a value from -24 (two octaves lower) to +24 (two octaves higher), in semitone increments.

2.Touch the screen to choose the item you want to make the setting for.

3.Use the Value [-] [+] buttons or the dial to set the item.

To cancel transposition, touch <Exit>.

The transposition is canceled and the KF-90 goes back to the Song Edit screen.

4.When you’re done making all the settings, touch <Execute>.

The passage you specified is transposed at the specified value.

When transposition is finished, you are returned to the Song Edit screen.

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KF-90 specifications

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The KF-90 boasts an impressive library of sounds, including a rich array of acoustic piano voices, electric pianos, string instruments, and synthesizers. With over 300 built-in tones, musicians will find endless possibilities for creativity. Additionally, the onboard sound engine leverages advanced sampling technology to ensure that the sounds produced are high quality and accurate.

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