Yamaha DJX-IIB - Manual (Page 30)

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26 Scratch Pad arpeggios
The Scratch Pad has so much more than just scratch sounds! For some examples of how musical
you can get with the Scratch Pad, check out the Arpeggiator kits.
Try this out! Select P29 and start V A3. Call up Scratch 49. Now the Scratch Pad plays arpeggi-
ated phrases in time with the rhythm. Mix the arpeggios in with the Pattern and create your own
sophisticated, multi-textured arrangements! You can keep the arpeggios playing indefinitely —
even when the Scratch Pad is stopped — by pressing LOOP. Try working the Scratch Pad in differ-
ent ways — rotating the pad in full turns, and changing speed, too. Notice how the arpeggios get
higher or lower in pitch, depending on how fast you turn the pad!
27 Scratch Pad sound effects
The DJX-IIB’s Scratch Pad has a slew of special sound effects you can fly into your tracks and give
your mixes a unique, dynamic touch.
Select Scratch 63. Turn the Scratch Pad clockwise to get one sound effect, and turn it counter-
clockwise to get a different sound!
28 Scratch low, scratch high...
The pitch of the Scratch Pad depends on how fast you scratch — just like a real turntable!
To get real low and grainy, turn the pad real slowly. For an edgy, high-pitched scratch, move the
pad fast. Play around with this, and experiment with different Scratch kits!
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