Roland MC-909 - Manual (Page 13)

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An Overview of the
MC-909
Features of the MC-909
Cutting-edge groovebox that unifies
MIDI and sampling
In a single unit, the MC-909 delivers the power of a
conventional groovebox (an all-in-one synthesizer and
sequencer) plus a full-fledged sampler. It’s a new generation of
workstation that gives you everything you need to perfect your
music.
Built-in mastering functionality
A three-band compressor is built-in, letting you apply the
mastering operations that are the indispensable final step in
music production. The output of the MC-909 can be recorded
directly to CD or MD.
Sample synthesis
Waveforms sampled by the MC-909 or loaded from an external
source can be freely manipulated using the filter, LFO, and
effects in the same way as the internal preset waveforms.
Full-fledged sampler
The high-performance 44.1 kHz sampler provides five sampling
modes for various situations. You can sample external analog or
digital input sources, or resample the internal sounds. The full
range of editing functions includes Time Stretch and Chop.
Memory can be expanded to a maximum of 256 MB by adding
DIMM modules. When added to the internal 16 MB of RAM
(approximately 3 minutes of monaural sampling), this gives
you up to 272 MB (approximately 51 minutes of monaural
sampling).
High-performance synthesizer sound
generator
Features Roland's latest high-performance synthesizer sound
generator, with 800 patches and 64 rhythm sets that are based
on new waveforms created especially for the MC-909.
You can also install one wave expansion board (SRX series) to
increase the waveforms available to you when the need arises.
In particular, installing the SRX-05 “Supreme Dance” board will
let you use special patches and rhythm sets created specifically
for the MC-909.
The latest patterns for creative use
and immediate performance
For immediate playing or for use in your own compositions, the
MC-909 provides 215 preset patterns and 440 different RPS
patterns, covering a broad range of current dance styles,
including techno, trance, house, hiphop, and R&B.
Plenty of external interfaces
The MC-909 provides a USB connector for file transfer with
your computer. Waveform data files in .WAV or .AIFF formats
and SMF-format sequence data can be imported or exported
between the MC-909 and your computer with the click of a
mouse, as easily as if you were using an external drive.
Highly evolved turntable emulation,
and dual D Beam controllers
By automatically time-stretching a sample according to the
sequencer playback tempo, you can maintain playback
synchronization between the sequencer and samples. This lets
you use the turntable emulation slider to control the sequencer
and sample BPM in real time. You can also specify the variable
range of the slider.
In addition, the MC-909 features dual D Beam controllers,
located at the left and right of the panel. This gives you the
capability for special effects that have never been possible until
now.
Easy creation of original patterns
With a large LCD, knobs and a mixer section that can be
operated at any time to modify the sound directly, and newly
developed velocity pads, the MC-909 is an ideal recording
environment. You can use realtime, TR-REC, and step recording
methods, and manipulate your music with editing functionality
that goes well beyond previous grooveboxes.
The sequencer has also been upgraded, letting you create 16-
part patterns that are up to 998 measures long. SMF Convert
Load/Save functions ensure easy data exchange with other
sequencers.
Two multi-effects, a compressor, and
reverb
The two independent MFX units (multi-effects: MFX1 provides
38 types, MFX2 provides 47 types) provide a complete array of
effects that are ready to go whenever you need them. In
particular, MFX2 can produce long delays of up to four seconds.
The two-band compressor is a great way to power-up rhythm
instruments such kick drum. The acclaimed reverb from the XV
series is also provided.
V-LINK function
V-LINK ( ) is a function that provides for the
play of music and visual material. By using V-LINK-compatible
video equipment, visual effects can be easily linked to, and
made part of the expressive elements of a performance. By
connecting the MC-909 to the Edirol DV-7PR, you can switch
images in synchronization with music, or use the MC-909’s
knobs to control the brightness, color, or playback speed of the
images.
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