Roland Musical Instrument RD 300SX User Guide

Owner’s Manual  
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano RD-300SX.  
201a  
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”  
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 4). These sections provide important information  
concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you  
have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual  
should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a  
convenient reference.  
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012b  
101b  
Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC  
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so  
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by  
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center,  
or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on  
the “Information” page when:  
their location or position does not interfere with  
their proper ventilation.  
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101cThis (RD-300SX) for use only with Roland stand  
KS-12. Use with other stands (or carts) is capable  
of resulting in instability causing possible injury.  
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102cAlways grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor  
• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the  
plug has been damaged; or  
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs  
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been  
spilled onto the unit; or  
cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an  
outlet or this unit.  
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise  
has become wet); or  
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103b  
• The unit does not appear to operate normally  
or exhibits a marked change in performance.  
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013 In households with small children, an adult  
At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC  
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe  
all dust and other accumulations away from its  
prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the  
power outlet whenever the unit is to remain  
unused for an extended period of time. Any  
accumulation of dust between the power plug  
and the power outlet can result in poor insulation  
and lead to fire.  
should provide supervision until the child is  
capable of following all the rules essential for the  
safe operation of the unit.  
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014 Protect the unit from strong impact.  
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104 Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming  
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be  
placed so they are out of the reach of children.  
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106 Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on  
(Do not drop it!)  
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015 Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to  
share an outlet with an unreasonable number of  
other devices. Be especially careful when using  
extension cords—the total power used by all  
devices you have connected to the extension  
cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating  
(watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive  
loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat  
up and eventually melt through.  
the unit.  
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107cNever handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with  
wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging  
from, an outlet or this unit.  
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016 Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult  
108b  
Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC  
adaptor and all cords coming from external  
devices.  
with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service  
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as  
listed on the “Information” page.  
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023 DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional  
109b  
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and  
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 11, p.  
13).  
audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a  
level that could cause permanent hearing loss.  
Damage to speakers or other system components  
may result.  
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110b  
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning  
in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the  
outlet.  
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118a  
Should you remove ground terminal screw, keep  
them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so  
there is no chance of them being swallowed  
accidentally.  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
291a  
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:  
Power Supply  
Repairs and Data  
301  
452  
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is  
• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s  
being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an  
inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine,  
memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs.  
Important data should always be backed up in another  
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper  
(when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid  
the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when  
circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we  
regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and  
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.  
microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a  
motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical  
appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit  
to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not  
practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power  
supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.  
302  
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long  
hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a  
cause for concern.  
Additional Precautions  
551  
307  
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be  
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the  
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the  
improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against  
the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that  
you periodically save a backup copy of important data  
you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI  
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions  
and/or damage to speakers or other devices.  
Placement  
351  
device (e.g., a sequencer).  
• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment  
552  
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents  
containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To  
alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit;  
or move it farther away from the source of interference.  
of data that was stored in another MIDI device (e.g., a  
sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation  
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.  
352a  
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception.  
553  
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s  
Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.  
352b  
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks  
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.  
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications  
devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of  
this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initi-  
ating a call, or while conversing.  
Should you experience such problems, you should  
relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater  
556  
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the  
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you  
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s  
internal elements.  
558a  
distance from this unit, or switch them off.  
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s  
354a  
volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use  
headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about  
those around you (especially when it is late at night).  
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near  
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed  
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.  
559a  
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.  
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box  
355b  
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,  
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.  
• When moved from one location to another where the  
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water  
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage  
or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in  
this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must  
allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation  
561  
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5, EV-7; sold  
separately). By connecting any other expression pedals,  
you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.  
has completely evaporated.  
358  
Handling CD-ROMs  
• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard.  
801  
This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing  
to produce sound.  
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside  
(encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM  
discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean  
using a commercially available CD cleaner.  
Maintenance  
401a  
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth  
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To  
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a  
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe  
the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.  
402  
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,  
to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.  
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Adjusting the Volume.............................................................................................................................. 14  
Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect (Reverb Depth) ............................................................ 27  
Playing Rhythm ([RHYTHM]) ............................................................................................................... 32  
Changing the Rhythm Pattern .................................................................................................... 32  
Changing Rhythm Tempos.......................................................................................................... 33  
Changing the Rhythm Volume ................................................................................................... 33  
Selecting Stored Settings ([SETUP])....................................................................................................... 34  
Storing Settings to Setups ([WRITE]) .................................................................................................... 35  
Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)........................................................................................................ 36  
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Contents  
Using the Pedal to Switch Setup (Setup Pedal Shift)............................................................... 39  
Setting the Pan............................................................................................................................... 43  
Selecting Sounds on an External MIDI Device ......................................................................... 47  
Recording the Performance ......................................................................................................... 48  
Switching Setups........................................................................................................................... 49  
Connecting to Your Computer via USB (USB Mode).........................50  
Switching USB Drivers ............................................................................................................................ 50  
Exchanging MIDI Messages with Your Computer ............................................................................. 50  
About V-LINK.........................................................................................51  
How to Use the V-LINK............................................................................................................... 51  
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Contents  
Shortcut List..........................................................................................66  
MIDI Implementation Chart ..................................................................67  
Main Specifications ..............................................................................68  
Index.......................................................................................................69  
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Main Features  
Refined Design and a Compact,  
Lightweight Body  
The RD-300SX’s black alumite body not only looks great on  
stage, it’s also compact and lightweight, for an instrument  
that is easy to carry wherever you are performing.  
High-Quality Effects  
The RD-300SX also includes 78 types of multi-effects, for  
example sympathetic resonance that simulates the resonance  
of the piano strings when the pedal is pressed, a rotary  
speaker effect, distortion, and more. The instrument also  
provides a wide variety of tone adjustment capabilities  
including a two-band digital equalizer and a Sound Control  
function that helps check inconsistencies in the sound.  
88-Key Multi-Sampled Piano  
Those same piano sounds, created through 88-key sampling,  
which won wide acclaim when they made their debut in the  
Fantom-X series of instruments (the ultimate in synthesizers),  
are provided onboard the RD-300SX. The only difference is  
that they have been arranged so they more aptly suit their  
new role as the sounds produced by a dedicated stage piano.  
This gives you the kind of expressiveness available only with  
88-key multisampled sounds, expressive power unequalled  
by any other synthesizer.  
A Variety of Functions Available  
Only with a Stage Piano  
This instrument features not only the standard controls you  
would expect on a stage piano, such as the bender/  
modulation lever, it also includes a [SETUP] button that  
allows you to call up a variety of stored settings instantly and  
a [MIDI TX] button that gives you simplified control of  
external sound modules.  
Additionally, you can take the piano wave forms that make  
your band sound great and store them in the instrument, and  
use two types of piano sounds to enjoy performances in a  
variety of genres.  
This stage piano provides rapid, intuitive control of your  
sounds.  
This instrument also features a full line of important stage  
piano tones including electric piano, organ, strings, synth  
pad, and more.  
Rhythm Function  
You can play rhythm patterns with the touch of a single  
button. This enables you to back up your performances with  
realistic drum sounds, improvise with a true jam session feel,  
and use the metronome to practice grooves you are not yet  
familiar with.  
A Full 128 Voices  
The RD-300SX features 128-voice polyphony, with all sounds  
available in every performance mode. Enjoy natural  
performances even when layering multiple sounds.  
USB and GM/GM2 Compatible  
The RD-300SX comes equipped with a USB port and GM2  
sound module that can be utilized when you use the RD-  
300SX as an input keyboard in composing songs with a  
computer or when using the instrument as a sound module.  
Compact Hammer Action Keyboard  
and Half-Pedal Capability  
The RD-300SX incorporates a hammer action keyboard using  
absolutely no springs, which is even capable of reproducing  
the subtle changes in touch that are normally experienced  
when you move from the lower to the higher registers.  
Additionally, a half-pedal capable pedal (DP-8) is also  
included, enabling authentic pedal performance.  
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Only MIDI messages are handled with the USB function.  
Convention Used in This Manual  
• Words enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate panel  
buttons.  
You can access Split and Dual modes and carry out other  
main operations simply by pressing a single button (p. 20).  
Furthermore, pressing the ONE TOUCH [PIANO] button lets  
you immediately switch to the settings most suited for piano  
performances, regardless of the mode or settings currently in  
effect (p. 18).  
Example: [SPLIT] indicates the SPLIT button.  
• (p. **) indicates a reference page.  
985  
• The explanations in this manual include illustrations that  
depict what should typically be shown by the display.  
Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer,  
enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer  
sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not  
always match what appears in the manual.  
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Panel Descriptions  
Front Panel  
fig.00b-01  
2
6
13  
14  
16  
15  
7 8  
11  
12  
1
3 4 5  
9 10  
17  
1. VOLUME slider  
13. ONE TOUCH  
Adjusts the overall volume that is output from the rear panel  
OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack (p. 14).  
[PIANO]  
[SETUP]  
2. EQUALIZER/EFFECTS  
[LOW] knob  
Calls up the stored settings (Setup) (p. 34).  
Adjusts the sound’s low-frequency range.  
[HIGH] knob  
14. MODE  
[DUAL]  
Adjusts the sound’s high-frequency range.  
Switches the RD-300SX to “Dual Mode,” which enables  
[SPLIT]  
3. [SOUND CONTROL/V-LINK]  
[SOUND CONTROL] switches SOUND CONTROL on/off (p. 30).  
[V-LINK] switches the V-LINK function on/off (p. 51).  
Puts the keyboard in “Split mode,” wherein you can use more  
than one tone by having different tones play in different parts of  
the keyboard (p. 22).  
4. [REVERB]  
Switches REVERB on/off (p. 27).  
15. [LOWER SELECT/KEY TOUCH]  
When this is switched to on, you can select the LOWER ZONE  
tone with the TONE SELECT buttons (p. 24). This button is also  
5. [MULTI EFFECTS]  
Switches the multi-effects on/off (p. 28).  
6. ZONE LEVEL sliders  
16. FUNCTION  
Adjusts the volume level in each zone (p. 24).  
[EDIT]  
7. [MIDI TX]  
Press this button when you wish to adjust various settings (p. 37).  
In addition, you can listen to the demo songs by simultaneously  
pressing this button and [WRITE] (DEMO PLAY) (p. 17).  
[WRITE]  
Enables control of external MIDI sound modules from the RD-  
300SX (p. 46, p. 47, p. 48).  
8. [RHYTHM/TEMPO]  
Stores the current settings to “Setup” (p. 35).  
[RHYTHM] is used to turn the rhythm performance on and off (p. 32).  
[TEMPO] is used to change the rhythm tempo (p. 33).  
17. TONE SELECT buttons  
Pressed to select a tone’s category (p. 19).  
9. [SHIFT/EXIT]  
[SHIFT] is pressed simultaneously with other buttons to execute  
various functions.  
[EXIT] is pressed to return to previous screens.  
Pitch Bend/Modulation lever  
fig.00b-02  
10. [TRANSPOSE/ENTER]  
[TRANSPOSE] sets the range of the keyboard to transposed (p. 25).  
[ENTER] is used to finalize a value or execute an operation.  
11. DISPLAY  
This shows the Tone numbers and the values of various  
settings, etc.  
This allows you to control pitch bend or apply vibrato (p. 30).  
12. [DEC], [INC]  
This is used to modify values.  
If you keep on holding down one button while pressing the  
other, the value change accelerates.  
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Panel Descriptions  
Rear Panel  
fig.00b-03  
3
1
2
4 5  
6 7 8 9  
1. USB connector  
6. Ground terminal  
This connector lets you use a USB cable to connect your  
computer to the RD-300SX (p. 50).  
927  
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may  
experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the  
surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device,  
microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other  
objects, such as guitars. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical  
charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are  
concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (p. 11) with  
an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum  
may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If  
you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest  
Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as  
listed on the “Information” page.  
2. PEDAL jacks (DAMPER, CONTROL)  
Connecting the pedal switch (DP series) provided with the RD-  
damper pedal.  
With an optional expression pedal (such as the EV series or  
other model) connected to the CONTROL jack, you can then  
assign a variety of functions to the pedal (p. 39, p. 40).  
3. MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)  
Used for connecting external MIDI devices and for transmission  
of MIDI messages (p. 12, p. 47).  
Unsuitable places for connection  
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)  
• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)  
4. OUTPUT L(MONO)/R jacks  
Provide output of the audio signals. These are connected to an  
amp or other device. For monaural output use the L/MONO  
jack (p. 12).  
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be  
dangerous in the event of lightning)  
7. [POWER]  
Turns the power on/off (p. 13).  
5. PHONES jack  
A set of headphones can be connected to this jack (p. 12).  
Even when headphones are connected, sound will still be  
output from the output jacks.  
8. DC In jack  
Connect the included AC adaptor here (p. 11).  
9. Cord hook  
Anchor the included power cord here (p. 11).  
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Getting Ready  
Making Connections  
1
Before you begin making connections, confirm the following.  
Is the volume level of the RD-300SX turned all the way down?  
Is the power to the RD-300SX turned off?  
2
Connect the supplied power cord to the supplied AC adaptor.  
fig.00c-01  
AC adaptor  
Power cord  
Power outlet  
3
4
Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the RD-300SX, and then plug its other  
end into a power outlet.  
Loop the AC adaptor cord around the cord hook to fasten it in place.  
fig.00c-02  
Rear Panel  
ground terminal  
cord hook  
The cord of the  
supplied AC Adaptor  
To the Power Outlet  
924  
927  
* To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out  
accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power  
cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.  
* Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting  
sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device,  
microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is  
due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are  
concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground.  
When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your  
installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service  
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.  
Unsuitable places for connection  
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)  
• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)  
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)  
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Getting Ready  
Connecting the RD-300SX to External Equipment  
The RD-300SX is not equipped with an amplifier or speakers. In order to produce  
sound, you need to hook up audio equipment such as a monitor speaker or a stereo  
set, or use headphones.  
To prevent malfunction and/  
* Audio cables, MIDI cables, USB cables, headphones, and expression pedals are not included.  
or damage to speakers or other  
devices, always turn down the  
volume, and turn off the  
power on all devices before  
making any connections.  
921  
Consult your Roland dealer if you need to purchase accessories such as these.  
fig.00c-03  
Stereo  
headphones  
MIDI IN  
MIDI OUT  
MIDI sound module etc.  
Roland  
MIDI sequencer etc.  
Use Stereo headphones.  
Expression pedal (EV-5, 7)  
or Pedal switch (DP Series)  
Use only the specified  
expression pedal (EV-5, EV-7;  
sold separately). By connecting  
any other expression pedals,  
you risk causing malfunction  
and/or damage to the unit.  
925  
Monitor speakers  
(powered)  
Mixer etc.  
Pedal switch  
(DP series)  
Power amp.  
1
Before you begin making connections, confirm the following.  
Set the switch on the included  
pedal to “Continuous” when  
the pedal is connected.  
Is the volume level of the RD-300SX or connected amp turned all the way down?  
Connecting Pedals  
Connect the pedal included with the RD-300SX to one of the PEDAL jacks.  
When connected to the DAMPER jack, the pedal can be used as a damper pedal.  
Connecting the pedal to the CONTROL jack allows you to assign a variety of  
functions to the pedal (p. 40).  
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Getting Ready  
Turning the Power On and Off  
941  
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices  
in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing  
malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.  
Turning On the Power  
1
Before you switch on the power, turn the volume down all the way using the  
VOLUME slider.  
To prevent incorrect  
functioning of the Pitch Bend  
Lever (p. 30), refrain from  
touching the lever when you  
turn on the power.  
Also completely turn down the volume of any connected audio device and other  
equipment.  
fig.00c-05  
This unit is equipped with a  
protection circuit. A brief  
interval (a few seconds) after  
power up is required before  
the unit will operate normally.  
942  
2
Press the [POWER] switch on the back of the unit.  
The power will turn on, and “Pno” appears in the display.  
fig.00c-06  
Rear Panel  
Lower Position  
ON  
3
Turn on the power to connected external devices.  
4
Adjust the volume of the connected external device.  
5
Adjust the RD-300SX’s volume to obtain the proper volume level.  
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Getting Ready  
Turning Off the Power  
1
Before you turn off the power, turn the volume down all the way using the  
VOLUME slider.  
Also completely turn down the volume of any connected audio device and other  
equipment.  
2
Turn off the power to connected external devices.  
3
Press the [Power] switch on the back of the unit.  
The power is switched off.  
fig.00c-07  
Rear Panel  
Upper Position  
OFF  
Adjusting the Volume  
fig.00c-05  
1
Adjust the volume using the VOLUME slider.  
Move the slider up to increase the volume, or down to lower it.  
Also adjust the volume of the connected device to an appropriate level.  
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Getting Ready  
Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches (Master Tune)  
For a cleaner ensemble sound while performing with one or more other instruments,  
ensure that each instrument’s standard pitch is in tune with that of the other  
instruments. In general, the tuning of an instrument is indicated by the pitch in Hertz  
(Hz) of the middle “A” note.  
This matching of other instruments’ basic reference pitches is called “tuning.”  
When the instrument is turned on, the standard pitch is set to “440.0 Hz.”  
fig.00c-10  
2,6  
2,4  
3
1 5  
1
2
Press [EDIT], getting the indicator to light.  
The Edit Menu screen appears.  
Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “System,” then press [ENTER].  
The TONE SELECT button blinks.  
fig.disp.SYS  
3
4
Press [PIANO].  
The parameter name (tun) appears in the display while [PIANO] is held down.  
When the button is released, the last three digits of the currently set basic reference  
pitch are shown in the display.  
Press [INC] or [DEC] to change the standard pitch.  
For faster value increases, keep  
[INC] pressed down and press  
[DEC]. For decreasing value  
faster, keep [DEC] pressed  
down and press [INC].  
You can set the standard pitch anywhere in a range of 415.3 Hz to 466.2 Hz.  
The pitch is lowered 0.1 Hz each time [DEC] is pressed. When the button is held  
down, the pitch drops continuously.  
The pitch is raised 0.1 Hz each time [INC] is pressed. When the button is held down,  
the pitch rises continuously.  
To return to the original pitch, press [DEC] and [INC] simultaneously.  
5
6
If you want to save the settings, press [WRITE].  
A confirmation screen appears.  
fig.disp.Sur  
If this setting has not been  
saved, it is lost when the  
power is turned off.  
If you want to continue with the save, press [ENTER].  
You can return to Step 2.  
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Overview of the RD-300SX  
Basic Organization of the  
RD-300SX  
Units of Sound  
Tone  
The RD-300SX can be divided into two sections: a keyboard  
The individual sounds used when playing the RD-300SX are referred  
controller section and a sound generator section. The two sections  
to as “Tones.”  
are connected internally by means of MIDI.  
fig.00d-01  
The RD-300SX has 340 individual tones, and a variety of tones can be  
used in performances.  
Sound  
Generator  
Section  
Part  
A sound generator of this type which can control multiple sounds  
using one device is referred to as a multitimbral sound generator.  
The RD-300SX contains a multitimbral sound generator capable of  
playing sixteen Tones simultaneously.  
Play  
“Parts” are where Tones that are created when the RD-300SX is used  
as a sound generator are assigned. Different Tones can be assigned  
to each of the Parts and controlled individually.  
Keyboard Controller Section  
(controllers such as keyboard, pitch bend lever, etc.)  
*
external devices via MIDI or USB.  
Keyboard Controller Section  
Zone  
This section includes the keyboard, the Pitch Bend/Modulation  
lever, the panel knobs, and any pedal connected to the rear panel.  
Actions such as pressing and releasing of keys on the keyboard,  
depressing a pedal, and so forth, are converted to MIDI messages  
and sent to the sound generator section, or to an external MIDI  
device.  
With the RD-300SX, you can freely control two of the above-  
mentioned parts using the RD-300SX’s buttons and keys; these two  
parts are referred to as the UPPER zone and LOWER zone. You can  
layer each zone (Dual Play; p. 21) or play them in different ranges of  
the keyboard (Split Play; p. 22).  
Sound Generator Section  
The sound generator section produces the sound. Here, MIDI  
messages received from the keyboard controller section or external  
MIDI device are converted to musical signals, which are then output  
as analog signals from the OUTPUT and PHONES jacks.  
Basic Operation of the RD-  
300SX  
Changing the Settings Values  
When changing settings values, you can use [DEC] and [INC].  
[DEC], [INC]  
Pressing [INC] increases the value, and [DEC] decreases it. Keep the  
button pressed for continuous adjustment. For faster value increases,  
keep [INC] pressed down and press [DEC]. For decreasing value  
faster, keep [DEC] pressed down and press [INC].  
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Listening to the Demo (Demo Play)  
Here’s how to listen to the demo songs.  
The RD-300SX comes with a total of eleven internal demo songs, including demo  
All rights reserved.  
songs that utilize and demonstrate the instrument’s special qualities, and others that  
introduce you to the instrument’s tones.  
Unauthorized use of this  
material for purposes other  
than private, personal  
enjoyment is a violation of  
applicable laws.  
No. Song Name  
d-1. Let's Hang Out  
d-2. RD-300SX Piano  
d-3. Stay Tuned  
Composer/Copyright  
Scott Tibbs © 2004 Roland Corporation  
Scott Tibbs © 2004 Roland Corporation  
Scott Tibbs © 2004 Roland Corporation  
Scott Tibbs © 2004 Roland Corporation  
981a  
d-4. Tone Preview  
* With d-4, there is one song in each of the tone categories for a total of eight demo songs.  
fig.01-01  
4
1
3
2
3
* The current settings are erased when demo song is played. Be sure that any settings you want  
to keep are saved to a Setup (p. 35).  
1
Hold down [EDIT] and press [WRITE].  
The Demo screen appears.  
fig.disp.d-1  
No data for the music that is  
played will be output from  
MIDI OUT.  
982  
2
3
Press [INC] or [DEC] to select the song you want to hear.  
Press [ENTER] to start the playback of the song.  
While the demo songs are  
playing back, playing the  
keyboard will not produce  
sound.  
Playback of all the songs is repeated.  
When you press the TONE SELECT button, d-4 is selected, and the demo song using  
the tone from the category corresponding to the pressed button begins to play.  
The selected TONE SELECT button lights up in red.  
4
To stop a song while it is playing, press ONE TOUCH [PIANO].  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Piano Performances (ONE TOUCH [PIANO])  
Now, try performing with the piano.  
With the RD-300SX, you can call up the optimal settings for piano performances with  
the press of a single button.  
fig.01-04  
1
1
Press ONE TOUCH [PIANO].  
fig.disp.Pno  
Pressing ONE TOUCH  
[PIANO] restores all of the  
settings to their status at the  
If you want to save the  
settings, store them to a Setup  
(p. 35).  
Pressing ONE TOUCH [PIANO] sets the entire keyboard to play with the piano  
tone.  
With the RD-300SX, you can adjust the keyboard touch to suit your own style of  
piano performance. For more detailed information, refer to “Changing the  
Keyboard’s Touch” (p. 26).  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Performing with a Variety of Tones  
The RD-300SX provides 340 types of Tones.  
Each one of these individual sounds is called a tone.  
For more on the RD-300SX’s  
Tones are assigned to the TONE SELECT buttons according to the tone category  
selected.  
internal tones, refer to the  
“Tone List” (p. 60).  
Try selecting and performing with a number of different tones.  
fig.01-06  
1
2
3
1
Press ONE TOUCH [PIANO].  
This selects a single tone to be played over the entire keyboard.  
Tones selected with [RHY/  
GM2] are registered in the  
following order: “Rhythm  
Sets,” “GM2 Rhythm Sets,”  
and “GM2 Tones.” Refer to the  
“Rhythm Set List” (p. 62).  
2
3
Press any of the TONE SELECT buttons to select the tone category.  
Press [INC] or [DEC] to select the tone.  
The TONE SELECT button for the selected category lights.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Playing Multiple Tones with the Keyboard  
The RD-300SX features four Internal zones (UPPER and LOWER), and one tone can  
be assigned to each of these zones.  
In each zone used, you can have multiple tones layered and played simultaneously  
or have different tones played in the left and right parts of the keyboard.  
These different ways of using tones are referred to as “keyboard modes.” There are  
three keyboard modes.  
Single: One tone is played for the entire keyboard.  
Dual:  
Two tones are layered and played together.  
Split:  
The keyboard is divided into two separate ranges at a certain key (the  
split point), with different tones played in the left and right ranges.  
The two layered parts played in Dual mode are called the UPPER and LOWER parts.  
In Split mode, UPPER refers to the part played in the right section of the keyboard,  
while LOWER refers to the part played in the left section of the keyboard.  
UPPER is played over the entire keyboard when the RD-300SX is set to Single mode.  
fig.01-07  
Dual mode  
UPPER  
LOWER  
Split mode  
Split point  
LOWER  
UPPER  
Switching to Single Mode  
and Split mode, to Single mode, in which a single tone is used throughout the entire  
keyboard.  
Pressing ONE TOUCH [PIANO]  
This applies the piano tone to the entire keyboard, setting the optimal conditions for  
piano performances.  
However, pressing ONE TOUCH [PIANO] disables any settings made up to that  
point. Be sure to save any settings you want to keep to a Setup (p. 35) before pressing  
ONE TOUCH [PIANO].  
Turning [DUAL] or [SPLIT] off (turning the indicator off)  
In this case, the UPPER tone is applied to the entire keyboard.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Performing with Two Layered Tones ([DUAL])  
fig.01-08  
1, 2  
1
“Changing the Tone for a  
Press [DUAL], getting the indicator to light.  
Zone” (p. 24)  
Try fingering the keyboard.  
fig.disp.tone1  
“Adjust the Volume Level for  
Individual Zones (ZONE  
LEVEL sliders)” (p. 24)  
The tones for UPPER and LOWER are layered and played.  
When you press [DUAL], the [LOWER SELECT] indicator automatically light up,  
and the LOWER tone number appears in the display. You can display the UPPER  
TONE number by pressing [LOWER SELECT] so its indicator goes out.  
2
Press [DUAL] once more, and the indicator light goes out.  
The tone for UPPER played.  
Pressing Two TONE SELECT buttons Simultaneously  
You can layer two tones by pressing two TONE SELECT buttons simultaneously.  
For example, if you want to layer a piano sound with strings, together press both  
[PIANO] and [STRINGS].  
[DUAL] starts to flash and when you begin playing the keyboard, the piano and  
strings sounds are layered together.  
When this is done, the tone for the button that is pressed down first (indicator lit in  
red) is assigned to UPPER, and the other tone (indicator lit in orange) is assigned to  
LOWER.  
Once you have selected two TONE SELECT buttons, pressing either TONE SELECT  
button then selects that tone as the [UPPER] tone, and the LOWER tone stops  
playing.  
* You cannot layer two tones when [SPLIT] is set to ON.  
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([SPLIT])  
Such a division of the keyboard into right- and left-hand sections is called a “Split,”  
and the key where the division takes place is called the “Split Point.” The split-point  
key is included in the LOWER section.  
You can change the split point.  
Please refer to “Changing the  
The Split Point has been set at the factory to “B3.”  
Keyboard’s Split Point” (p.  
23).  
fig.01-10  
1, 2  
1
“Changing the Tone for a  
Press [SPLIT], getting the indicator to light.  
Zone” (p. 24)  
[LOWER SELECT] lights.  
Try fingering the keyboard.  
“Adjust the Volume Level for  
Individual Zones (ZONE  
LEVEL sliders)” (p. 24)  
The UPPER tone plays in the right-hand section of the keyboard, and the LOWER  
tone plays in the left-hand section.  
fig.01-12  
Split Point (B3)  
LOWER  
UPPER  
2
To exit Split mode, press [SPLIT] once more, and the indicator light goes out.  
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Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point  
You can change the point at which the keyboard is divided (the Split Point) in Split  
mode.  
1
2
Hold down [SPLIT] for several seconds.  
You can also change the split  
point by holding down [SPLIT]  
and pressing [INC] or [DEC].  
A screen such as the following appears, and the current value of the setting is  
displayed.  
fig.disp.b3  
While holding down [SPLIT], press the key that you want to use as the split  
point.  
The key for the split point  
appears in the display as  
You can adjust the split point in semitone increments.  
When you release [SPLIT], the previous display will reappear.  
shown below.  
fig.01-11  
* The split-point key is included in the LOWER section.  
fig.01-13  
Display  
Letter  
B3 (when the power is turned on)  
C
E
C
F
D
F
E
G
B
name  
Display  
Letter  
name  
A0  
B7  
Display  
Range in which the split point can be set  
Letter  
name  
A
A
B
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Changing the Tone for a Zone  
When changing the tone assigned to a zone in Dual or Split mode, use [LOWER  
SELECT] to specify the zone with the tone you want to change.  
fig.01-14  
1
2
2
1
2
If you want to select UPPER, press [LOWER SELECT] until the indicator is off.  
When you want to select LOWER, press [LOWER SELECT] until the indicator  
is green.  
[LOWER SELECT] is disabled  
when [DUAL] or [SPLIT] is  
switched off.  
fig.01-15  
When selecting the UPPER zone  
When selecting the LOWER zone  
The TONE SELECT button indicators are red when the UPPER zone is selected and  
green when the LOWER zone is selected. In either zone, if tones from the same  
category are selected, the button's indicator lights in orange.  
Select the tone category with a TONE SELECT button, then select the tone  
with [INC] or [DEC].  
Adjust the Volume Level for Individual Zones (ZONE LEVEL sliders)  
fig.01-16  
The RD-300SX features two parts you can freely control using the instrument’s  
buttons and keys; these two parts are called the UPPER zone and LOWER zone.  
You can adjust the volume for each zone using the ZONE LEVEL sliders.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Transposing the Key of the Keyboard ([TRANSPOSE])  
You can transpose performances without changing the keys you are playing, as well  
as change the pitch by an octave. This feature is called “Transpose.”  
This is a convenient feature to use when you want to match the pitch of the keyboard  
performance to a vocalist’s pitch, or perform using the printed music for trumpets or  
other transposed instruments.  
Note messages from MIDI IN  
The reference Transpose setting is C4, and the setting can be adjusted in semitone  
units in a range of -48-0- +48.  
will not be transposed.  
fig.01-17  
1, 2, 3  
1
Hold down [TRANSPOSE] for several seconds.  
A screen such as the following appears, and the current value of the setting is  
displayed.  
fig.disp.0  
Even when the Transpose  
function is turned on, the Split  
Point (p. 23) remains  
unchanged.  
2
Hold down [TRANSPOSE] and press a key.  
For example, to have “E” sound when you play “C” on the keyboard, hold down  
[TRANSPOSE] and press the E4 key. The degree of transposition then becomes “+4.”  
You can also change a key by  
holding down [TRANSPOSE]  
When you release [TRANSPOSE], the previous display will reappear.  
When the amount of transposition is set, the Transpose function switches on, and  
[TRANSPOSE] lights up.  
You can make different Key  
Transpose settings for each  
zone. Refer to “Changing the  
pitch of the tone in semitone  
steps (Key Transpose)” (p.  
43).  
3
To turn off Transpose, press [TRANSPOSE] so that its indicator goes off.  
The next time [TRANSPOSE] is pressed, the sound is transposed by an amount  
corresponding to the value set here.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Changing the Keyboard’s Touch  
You can change the touch sensitivity, or response of the keys.  
When the instrument is turned on, this is set to “M (Medium).”  
fig.01-19  
1, 3  
1
2
1
2
Hold down [SHIFT] and press [LOWER SELECT].  
With certain sounds, the touch  
may not change.  
[SHIFT] blinks.  
The currently selected keyboard touch appears in the display.  
fig.disp.-M-  
Press [INC] or [DEC] to select the touch.  
Indicate  
Description  
The sound plays at one set volume, regardless of the force used to  
play the keys.  
Fixed  
Light  
A light keyboard touch is selected. You can achieve fortissimo (ff)  
play with a less forceful touch than usual, so the keyboard feels  
lighter. This setting makes it easy to play, even for children.  
This sets the standard keyboard touch. You can play with the  
most natural touch. This is the closest to the touch of an acoustic  
piano.  
Here, a heavy keyboard touch is selected. You have to finger the  
keyboard more forcefully than usual in order to play fortissimo  
(ff), so the keyboard touch feels heavier. Dynamic fingering adds  
even more feeling to what you play.  
Medium  
Heavy  
3
Press [SHIFT], and the indicator light goes out.  
Changing the Velocity When the Key Touch Is Set to “Fixed”  
This sets the velocity the sound will have when the keyboard touch is set to “Fixed.”  
1
When “OFF” is selected in Step 2 above, holding down [LOWER SELECT] and  
pressing [INC] or [DEC] changes the velocity of the sound.  
You can set this to any value from 1 to 127.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Adding Reverberation to Sounds ([REVERB])  
You can apply a reverb effect to the notes you play on the keyboard. With the reverb  
effect, you obtain a pleasant reverberation, making it sound as if you were  
performing in a concert hall or similar space.  
fig.01-21  
1, 2  
1
2
Press [REVERB], getting its indicator to light.  
Try fingering the keyboard.  
The reverb effect is applied to the entire tone.  
To eliminate the Reverb effect, press [REVERB] once more, extinguishing the  
indicator.  
Changing the Reverb Effect Type  
You can select from four different reverb effect types.  
1
While holding down [SHIFT], press [REVERB].  
2
Press [INC] or [DEC] to switch the reverb type.  
Displayed  
Description  
Reverb present in normal rooms  
ROOM  
Reverb found in larger halls  
Reverb of church cathedrals  
Reverb for use with GM2  
HALL  
CATHEDRAL  
GM REVERB  
3
After determining the type, press [SHIFT] to return to the previous screen.  
Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect (Reverb Depth)  
You can select from 127 levels of depth for the reverb effect.  
Reverb depth settings can be  
made independently for each  
zone (p. 41).  
1
Hold down [REVERB] and press [INC] or [DEC] to change the depth of the  
reverb effect.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Adding a Variety Effects to the Sound ([MULTI EFFECTS])  
In addition to reverb (p. 27), you can apply a variety of changes to the RD-300SX’s  
sounds. These are referred to as “multi effects.” With the RD-300SX, you can select  
from 78 different effect types.  
Effects may not be applied  
with some of sounds.  
With the factory default settings, effects have been preselected for each tone.  
fig.01-23  
1, 2  
1
Press [MULTI EFFECTS], getting its indicator to light.  
You can specify which zone is  
Try fingering the keyboard.  
to have priority when the  
effects assigned to the Upper  
zone and the Lower zone differ.  
Refer to “Setting the Zone to  
which Multi Effects are  
The effect is applied to the currently selected tone.  
2
To remove the effect, press [MULTI EFFECTS] once more, extinguishing the  
indicator.  
Added (MFX Zone)” (p. 40).  
Changing the Depth of Effect  
You can change the levels of depth for the effect.  
The content and range vary according to the MFX type. For more detailed  
information, refer to “Effects List” (p. 55).  
You can change the effect type.  
Refer to “Changing the Multi-  
effects Type” (p. 29).  
1
Hold down [MULTI EFFECTS] and press [INC] or [DEC].  
The depth for the effect being applied to the currently selected tone appears in the  
display.  
The next time you choose the same tone, the effect with the depth you’ve selected  
here is applied.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Changing the Multi-effects Type  
1
While holding down [SHIFT], press [MULTI EFFECTS].  
For more on the RD-300SX’s  
internal effect types, refer to  
the “Effects List” (p. 55).  
The effect number appears in the display.  
2
Press [INC] or [DEC] to select the effect type.  
3
After determining the type, press [SHIFT] to return to the previous screen.  
Adding a Spinning Sound to Organ Tones (Rotary Effect)  
The Rotary effect is applied to some Organ tones you can select with the [ORGAN]  
button. When one of these tones is selected, you can use the [MULTI EFFECTS]  
To prevent the Rotary effect  
button to change the speed of the rotary effect.  
from being applied, select an  
effect type other than the  
Rotary effect and then remove  
the effect (p. 29).  
What the rotary effect does is to add a “spinning” effect similar to the sound of an  
organ using a rotating speaker.  
1
2
Press [ORGAN] and select the organ tone.  
When a tone that has the Rotary effect added is selected, the [MULTI EFFECTS]  
button’s indicator flashes.  
You can apply the rotary effect  
to tones other than the organ  
tones as well.  
Each time pressing [MULTI EFFECTS], switch the speed of the rotary effect  
between fast and slow rotation.  
When the [MULTI EFFECTS] button’s indicator flashes, a more fast rotary effect is  
applied.  
When the [MULTI EFFECTS] button’s indicator blinks, a slower rotary effect is  
applied.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Changing the Sound’s Pitch in Real Time  
(Bender/Modulation Lever)  
While playing the keyboard, move the lever to the left to lower the pitch, or to the  
right to raise the pitch. This is known as Pitch Bend.  
The effect obtained when you  
move the lever may differ  
according to the tone being  
used. Additionally, the effect  
applied by moving the lever is  
predetermined for each tone,  
and cannot be changed.  
You can also apply vibrato by manipulating the lever away from you. This is known  
as Modulation.  
If you move the lever away from you and at the same time move it to the right or left,  
you can apply both effects simultaneously.  
fig.01-25  
Modulation  
Pitch Bend  
Making a More Consistent Sound ([SOUND CONTROL])  
Switching on the Sound Control function suppresses differences in volume for a  
more consistent sound.  
Sounds may become distorted  
with certain tones. In such  
1
instances, lower the zone  
Press [SOUND CONTROL], getting its indicator to light.  
volume.  
2
While holding down [SOUND CONTROL], press [INC] or [DEC] to change the  
type.  
Displayed  
Description  
Applies strong compression.  
Hard Comp  
Soft Comp  
Low Boost  
Mid Boost  
High Boost  
Applies mild compression.  
Boosts the low end.  
Boosts the midrange.  
Boosts the high end.  
3
To remove this function, press [SOUND CONTROL] once more, extinguishing  
the indicator.  
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Performing with the Keyboard  
Adjusting the Level of the Sound’s Low and  
High-Frequency Ranges (EQUALIZER)  
The RD-300SX is equipped with a two-band equalizer.  
You can adjust the levels of the low-frequency and high-frequency ranges using the  
Equalization is applied to the  
overall sound output from the  
OUTPUT jacks.  
EQUALIZER [LOW] and [HIGH] knobs, respectively.  
fig.01-26  
Sounds may distort at certain  
knob settings. If this occurs,  
lower the volume level in the  
zones using the respective  
ZONE LEVEL sliders.  
1
Turn the EQUALIZER knobs to adjust the levels in each range.  
Turning a knob towards the minus (-) sign cuts the level of that frequency range; turn  
the knob towards the plus (+) sign to boost the level of that range.  
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Using the Convenient Functions in Performances  
Playing Rhythm ([RHYTHM])  
The RD-300SX features internally programmed drum patterns in a variety of musical  
genres, including jazz, rock, and more, that you can use as accompaniment for your  
performances on the RD-300SX. These drum patterns are known as “rhythms.”  
fig.02-01  
1, 2  
1
Press [RHYTHM] to make the button indicator light.  
The Rhythm begins playing.  
2
Press [RHYTHM] once more; the indicator goes out, and the Rhythm stops  
playing.  
Changing the Rhythm Pattern  
You can select the way a Rhythm is played (the pattern) to match a variety of  
different musical genres.  
For more information about  
the kind of Rhythm Patterns,  
1
please refer to “Rhythm  
Press [RHYTHM] to make the button indicator light.  
Pattern List” (p. 65).  
The Rhythm begins playing.  
2
While holding down [RHYTHM], press [INC] or [DEC] to select a pattern.  
The Rhythm’s pattern changes.  
fig.disp_r1  
Rhythm pattern performance  
3
data is not output from the  
MIDI OUT connector nor the  
USB connector when MIDI Tx  
Mode (p. 46) is set to Mode 1.  
If you press [RHYTHM] once more, the indicator light goes out, and the  
Rhythm stops playing.  
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Using the Convenient Functions in Performances  
Changing Rhythm Tempos  
1
While holding down [SHIFT], press [RHYTHM].  
The way Rhythm is played and  
the tempo display may differ  
with some Rhythm Patterns.  
The rhythm tempo is displayed.  
2
Press [INC] or [DEC] to change the tempo.  
The Rhythm are played at the selected tempo.  
3
Press [SHIFT] to return to the previous screen.  
Changing the Rhythm Volume  
1
While holding down [RHYTHM], move the ZONE LEVEL slider.  
The volume of the rhythm changes.  
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Using the Convenient Functions in Performances  
Selecting Stored Settings ([SETUP])  
The RD-300SX’s tone settings, effect settings, and other such settings are collectively  
referred to as a “Setup.”  
The current settings are erased  
when a Setup is called up. Be  
sure to save any Setup you  
would like to keep first before  
calling up another Setup (p.  
35).  
Once you’ve stored your preferred settings, and settings for the songs to be  
performed as a Setup, you can then switch whole groups of settings during a  
performance just by switching Setups.  
You can store up to 32 different Setups.  
The RD-300SX is shipped from the factory with recommended Setups already  
prepared.  
Now try actually calling up a Setup.  
fig.02-02  
1
2
2
1
2
Press [SETUP], getting the indicator to light.  
“Setup List” (p. 66)  
The Setup screen, shown below, appears in the display.  
fig.disp.SUP  
Press [INC] or [DEC], or TONE SELECT buttons to select a Setup.  
fig.disp.S11  
S.11 S.21 S.31 S.41 S.51 S.61 S.71 S.81  
S.12 S.22 S.32 S.42 S.52 S.62 S.72 S.82  
S.13 S.23 S.33 S.43 S.53 S.63 S.73 S.83  
S.14 S.24 S.34 S.44 S.54 S.64 S.74 S.84  
Setup  
Number  
When Selecting with the TONE SELECT Buttons  
3
Try playing the keyboard.  
The settings are switched to those of the Setup that has been called up.  
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Using the Convenient Functions in Performances  
Storing Settings to Setups ([WRITE])  
If you want to use the changed content as a new Setup, use the following procedure  
to save the settings to a Setup.  
You can store 32 Setups on the RD-300SX.  
fig.02-05  
1
3, 4  
2
2
1
Press [WRITE], getting the indicator to light.  
The Setup screen appears.  
fig.disp.S11  
2
3
Select the save-destination Setup, either by pressing [INC] or [DEC], or TONE  
SELECT buttons.  
Press [ENTER].  
fig.disp.Sur  
A confirmation screen (Sure?) appears.  
If you do not want to save the Setup, press [EXIT] or [WRITE].  
The operation is cancelled, and you are returned to the Tone screen.  
4
When [ENTER] is pressed, saving of the Setup begins.  
When you have finished saving the Setup, the [WRITE] indicator goes out.  
You are returned to the Tone screen.  
The following settings cannot be saved to a Setup.  
• System settings (p. 37)  
• SOUND CONTROL settings (p. 30)  
• EQUALIZER Knob Position (p. 31)  
• V-LINK settings (p. 51)  
• Transpose (p. 25)  
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Using the Convenient Functions in Performances  
Disabling the Buttons (Panel Lock)  
Once Panel Lock is engaged, all buttons (except for the VOLUME slider, ONE  
TOUCH [PIANO], and the [EXIT] button) will not function. This prevents settings  
from being changed inadvertently on stage or in other such situations.  
fig.02-06  
2
2
1
1
2
While holding down [EDIT], press [ENTER].  
Then, continue to hold down these two buttons by following display will appear.  
fig.disp.—  
Press ONE TOUCH [PIANO] or [EXIT] to cancel Panel Lock.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
The process of changing tone parameters to create the tones you like,  
and changing the settings for various functions is known as  
“editing.”  
(System)  
When [EDIT] is pressed and the indicator is lit, the RD-300SX  
switches to “Edit mode.”  
Functions that affect the RD-300SX’s overall operating environment  
You can save edited settings to Setups.  
are called “System functions.”  
Edited settings are discarded when the RD-300SX’s power is turned  
off, so be sure that any settings you want to keep are saved to a Setup.  
For details, refer to “Storing Settings to Setups ([WRITE])” (p. 35).  
How to Make Settings  
However, you cannot save System content to the Setups. If you want  
to save changes made to the system, perform the Write procedure  
separately (p. 37).  
1. Press [EDIT].  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “System,” then press  
[ENTER].  
fig.disp.SYS  
Parameters That Can Be Set  
You can set the following parameters in Edit mode.  
System: Settings related to the functioning of the entire instrument  
(p. 37)  
Master Tune  
Stretch Tune  
Damper Pedal Polarity  
Control Pedal Polarity  
Setup Control Channel  
Setup Pedal Shift  
USB Driver  
3. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned.  
The parameter name appears in the display while the button is  
held down. When the button is released, the value for the  
parameter is shown in the display.  
TONE  
Indication  
Parameter  
SELECT  
button  
Common: Settings for pedal functions and other such functions  
(p. 40)  
PIANO  
Master Tune (p. 38)  
MFX Zone  
Control Pedal Function  
Tone: Tone settings (p. 41)  
Cutoff  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
Temperament, Key (p. 38)  
Stretch Tune (p. 38)  
Resonance  
Attack Time  
Decay Time  
Release Time  
Reverb Send Level  
Fine Tune  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
Damper Pedal Polarity (p. 38)  
Control Pedal Polarity (p. 39)  
Setup Control Channel (p. 39)  
Setup Pedal Shift (p. 39)  
USB Driver (p. 39)  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
Bend Range  
Upper, Lower Zone: Zone settings (p. 42)  
Key Transpose  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
Pan  
RHY/GM2  
Damper Pedal Switch  
Control Pedal Switch  
Bender Switch  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to set the value.  
Modulation Switch  
Part: Part On/Off (p. 43)  
1–16  
5. If you want to save the setting, press [WRITE]. Then, press  
[ENTER].  
Utility: Settings for backing up, Factory Reset, etc. (p. 44)  
Bulk Dump Temporary  
Bulk Dump Setup  
Factory Reset  
You can return to Step 2 by pressing [EXIT].  
TX Mode  
Local Control  
Unless they have been saved, these settings are lost when the  
power is turned off.  
*
Some tones are set so no effects are applied.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Selecting the Keynote  
Tuning to Other Instruments’  
Pitches (Master Tuning)  
When playing with tuning other than equal temperament, you need  
to specify the keynote for tuning the song to be performed (that is,  
the note that corresponds to C for a major key or to A for a minor  
key). (If you choose an equal temperament, there’s no need to select  
a keynote.)  
For a cleaner ensemble sound while performing with one or more other  
instruments, ensure that each instrument’s standard pitch is in tune with  
that of the other instruments. In general, the tuning of an instrument is  
indicated by the pitch in Hertz (Hz) of the middle “A” note.  
The last three digits of the current standard pitch setting appear in  
the display.  
Set the keynote by holding down [E.PIANO] and pressing [INC] or  
[DEC].  
The selected keynote appears in the display as shown below.  
fig.03-01  
Value  
Display  
Letter  
name  
415.3Hz – 466.2Hz (0.1 Hz increments)  
C
D
D
E
E
F
F
G
A
A
B
B
*
When performing in ensemble with other instruments, be aware that  
depending on the key, there may be some shifting of the pitch. Tune the  
RD-300SX to the fundamental pitch of the other instruments.  
Adjusting the Tuning  
(Temperament, Key)  
This sets the tuning and keynote (tonic) for entire parts.  
fig.disp.1-C  
Precise Modification of Chord  
Sonorities (Stretch Tune)  
Changes the pitch using the “stretch tuning” method typically used  
on acoustic pianos. This makes high-range sounds slightly higher in  
pitch, and low-range sounds slightly lower in pitch.  
Temperament Keynote  
Most modern songs are composed and played with the assumption  
that equal temperament will be used, but when classical music was  
composed, there were a wide variety of other tuning systems in  
existence. Playing a composition with its original tuning lets you enjoy  
the sonorities of the chords that the composer originally intended.  
Indication  
Value  
OFF  
ON  
You can select from eight tunings.  
Indi-  
Tuning  
Description  
cation  
Switching the Pedal’s Polarity  
(Damper Pedal Polarity)  
1
2
3
4
Equal  
Temperament  
This tuning divides an octave into 12  
equal parts. Every interval produces  
about the same amount of slight disso-  
nance.  
This scale eliminates dissonance in  
fifths and thirds. It is unsuited to play-  
ing melodies and cannot be transposed,  
but is capable of beautiful sonorities.  
The scales of the major and minor just  
intonations are different. You can get  
the same effect with the minor scale as  
with the major scale.  
This scale devised by the philosopher  
Pythagoras eliminates dissonance in  
fourths and fifths. Dissonance is pro-  
duced by third-interval chords, but mel-  
odies are euphonious.  
This switches the polarity of the pedal connected to the PEDAL  
(DAMPER) jack on the rear panel.  
Just (Major)  
Just (Minor)  
Pythagorean  
On some pedals, the electrical signal output by the pedal when it is  
pressed or released is the opposite of other pedals. If your pedal has  
an effect opposite of what you expect, set this parameter to REVERSE.  
If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this  
parameter to STANDARD.  
Indication  
Value  
STANDARD  
REVERSE  
5
Kirnberger  
This scale is a modification of the meantone  
and just intonations that permits greater  
freedom in transposition to other keys. Per-  
formances are possible in all keys (III).  
6
7
8
Mean Tone  
Werckmeister  
Arabic  
This scale makes some compromises in  
just intonation, enabling transposition  
to other keys.  
This is a combination of the mean tone  
and Pythagorean scales. Performances are  
possible in all keys (first technique, III).  
Arabic Scale. This scale is suitable for  
Arabic music.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Switching the Pedal’s Polarity  
(Control Pedal Polarity)  
Using the Pedal to Switch Setup  
(Setup Pedal Shift)  
This switches the polarity of the pedal connected to the PEDAL  
(CONTROL) jack on the rear panel.  
You can use the pedal which is connected to the PEDAL (CONTROL)  
jack on the rear panel as a dedicated switch for selecting Setup in  
order.  
On some pedals, the electrical signal output by the pedal when it is  
pressed or released is the opposite of other pedals. If your pedal has  
an effect opposite of what you expect, set this parameter to REVERSE.  
If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this  
parameter to STANDARD.  
Indication  
Value  
Description  
OFF  
You can use the pedal function  
set with Control Pedal Func-  
tion (p. 40).  
ON  
This becomes a dedicated  
switch for switching Setups.  
Indication  
Value  
STANDARD  
The function set with Control Pedal Function (p. 40) cannot be  
used when this is switched to ON.  
REVERSE  
Making the Settings for the USB  
Driver  
Using Program Change Messages  
to Switch Setups  
If you intend to connect to a computer using the USB connector, you  
need to make the following setting before you make the connection.  
(Setup Control Channel)  
You can switch the RD-300SX’s Setups with MIDI messages from an  
external MIDI device.  
After changing settings, turn the power off and then on again.  
Set the MIDI Receive channel for receiving the MIDI messages  
(Program Changes) from the external MIDI device to be used for  
switching Setups.  
There is no need to use the Write procedure for the USB Driver  
settings.  
When not switching Setups from an external MIDI device, set this to  
OFF.  
Indication  
Value  
Description  
Original  
Select this when using the supplied  
driver with a USB connection.  
Value  
1–16, OFF  
Generic  
Select this when using a gener-  
ic USB driver included with the  
OS with a USB connection.  
When the Control Channel settings are transmitted along with  
the part’s MIDI receive channel, switching of Setups takes  
priority over the switching of tones. For more on program  
changes for switching Setups, refer to “Switching Setups” (p.  
49).  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Setting the Zone to which Multi  
Effects are Added (MFX Zone)  
Setup-Related Settings  
(Common)  
This specifies which zone is to have priority when the effects  
assigned to the Upper Tone and Lower Tone differ in Split mode or  
Dual mode (p. 20).  
How to Make Settings  
1. Press [EDIT].  
Indication  
Description  
UPPER  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “Common,” then press  
[ENTER].  
fig.disp.Con  
LOWER  
*
If same effects are assigned to the Upper Tone and Lower Tone, the  
same effects are added to both of Tones.  
3. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned.  
The parameter name appears in the display while the button is  
held down. When the button is released, the value for the  
parameter is shown in the display.  
Changing the Pedal Function  
This sets the function of the pedal switch or expression pedal (such  
as the optional EV-5) connected to the CONTROL jack on the rear  
panel.  
TONE  
Indication  
Parameter  
SELECT  
button  
PIANO  
This function cannot be used when Setup Pedal Shift is  
switched to ON (p. 39) .  
MFX Zone (p. 40)  
Indication  
Description  
Soft (Default)  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
Control Pedal Function (p. 40)  
Sostenuto  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
Expression  
Rhythm Start/Stop  
Multi-effects ON/OFF  
Modulation  
Only the indicators of buttons to which a parameter is assigned  
blink.  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to set the value.  
5. Press [EDIT] to turn off the indicator and quit editing.  
You can return to Step 2 by pressing [EXIT].  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Changing Tone Elements  
Tone Settings  
(Cutoff/Resonance/Attack Time/  
Decay Time/Release Time)  
(Tone Parameter)  
You can make changes in tones by adjusting the settings of the  
following five elements.  
How to Make Settings  
Cutoff:  
Adjusts how much the filter is opened.  
1. Press [EDIT].  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
Resonance: This boosts the portions in the region around the  
cutoff frequency, lending a particular quality to the  
sound. Excessively high settings can produce  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “Tone,” then press [ENTER].  
fig.disp.ton  
oscillation, causing the sound to distort.  
Attack Time: The time it takes after the key is pressed for a sound  
to reach full volume.  
Decay Time: The time it is to take following the attack for the  
volume to decrease.  
3. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned.  
The parameter name appears in the display while the button is  
held down. When the button is released, the value for the  
parameter is shown in the display.  
Release Time: The time it takes after the key is released for a sound  
to become inaudible.  
Making abrupt changes in the settings values may cause the  
sound to become distorted or overly loud. Carefully monitor  
volume levels while making the settings.  
When setting the LOWER zone, set [LOWER SELECT] to ON.  
Parameter  
Value  
Description  
Cutoff  
-64–0– +63  
Higher values brighten the sound;  
lower values make the sound seem  
darker.  
Higher value makes the special  
quality of the sound stronger;  
lower value reduce these charac-  
teristics.  
Higher values produce a milder at-  
tack; lower values produce a sharper  
attack.  
The time it takes for the volume to  
fall increases as the value is  
raised; lowering the value de-  
creases the decay time.  
TONE  
SELECT  
button  
Indication  
Parameter  
Resonance  
-64–0– +63  
PIANO  
Cutoff (p. 41)  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
Resonance (p. 41)  
Attack Time (p. 41)  
Decay Time (p. 41)  
Release Time (p. 41)  
Reverb Send Level (p. 41)  
Fine Tune (p. 42)  
Attack Time  
Decay Time  
-64–0– +63  
-64–0– +63  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
Release Time  
-64–0– +63  
Higher values produce longer decay;  
set lower values for a clear-cut sound.  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
The effect may not be apparent with some tones, even when the  
value is changed.  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
Bend Range (p. 42)  
Setting the Amount of Reverb Applied  
to Each Tone (Reverb Send Level)  
This sets the depth of the reverb effect for each tone.  
Only the indicators of buttons to which a parameter is assigned  
blink.  
When this value is set to “0,” no effect is applied even when  
[REVERB] is pressed.  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to set the value.  
5. Press [EDIT] to turn off the indicator and quit editing.  
You can also make the setting by holding down [REVERB] and  
adjusting the ZONE LEVEL slider.  
You can return to Step 2 by pressing [EXIT].  
Value  
0–127  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Changing the Pitch (Fine Tune)  
Making the Settings for  
Each Zone Individually  
(Zone Parameter)  
Adjusts the pitch of the tone’s sound up or down in 1-cent steps  
(+/-50 cents).  
Value  
-50 – 50 (cent)  
How to Make Settings  
1. Press [EDIT].  
One cent is 1/100th of a semitone.  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “U-L,” then press [ENTER].  
Changing the Bend Range  
(Bend Range)  
fig.disp.U-L  
This sets the amount of pitch change that will occur when you move  
the Pitch Bend lever in semitone increments (+/-2 octaves).  
3. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned.  
The parameter name appears in the display while the button is  
held down. When the button is released, the value for the  
parameter is shown in the display.  
Value  
0–24  
When setting the LOWER zone, set [LOWER SELECT] to ON.  
TONE  
Indication  
Parameter  
SELECT  
button  
PIANO  
Key Transpose  
Pan  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
Damper Pedal Switch  
Control Pedal Switch  
Bender Switch  
Modulation Switch  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
Only the indicators of buttons to which a parameter is assigned  
blink.  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to set the value.  
5. Press [EDIT] to turn off the indicator and quit editing.  
You can return to Step 2 by pressing [EXIT].  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Changing the pitch of the tone in  
semitone steps (Key Transpose)  
Part On/Off (Part)  
You can choose whether or not to have messages from external MIDI  
devices be received by each individual part.  
Value  
-48—0— 48  
1. Press [EDIT].  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “Part,” then press [ENTER].  
fig.disp.Prt  
Setting the Pan  
The Pan setting localizes the sound image of each part when the  
output is in stereo. With an increase in the value for L, more of the  
sound will be heard as coming from the left side. Similarly, more of  
the sound will originate at the right if the value of R is increased.  
When set to 0, the sound is heard as coming from the center.  
3. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the part number you want to change is assigned.  
Press [LOWER SELECT] so that the indicator lights to select  
Part 9–16.  
Value  
The channel number appears in the display while the button is  
held down. When the button is released, the status of the  
channel (on/off) is shown in the display.  
L64–0–R63  
Turning Each Controller On and Off  
TONE SELECT  
button  
PIANO  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
STRINGS/PAD  
GUITAR/BASS  
BRASS/WINDS  
VOICE/SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
Part  
Part  
LOWER SELECT=OFF  
LOWER SELECT=ON  
These settings determine whether each individual part is controlled  
(ON), or not (OFF) by the pedals connected to each PEDAL jack  
(DAMPER, CONTROL), the Modulation lever, and the Bender.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Parameter  
Value  
Damper Pedal Switch  
Control Pedal Switch  
Pitch Bender Switch  
Modulation Switch  
OFF, ON  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to switch the setting to ON or OFF.  
The indicator for the currently selected part flashes, while the  
indicator for a part that is ON lights steadily.  
5. Press [EDIT] to turn off the indicator and quit editing.  
You can return to Step 2 by pressing [EXIT].  
On the RD-300SX, UPPER is fixed as Part 1 (Ch 1), while  
LOWER is fixed as Part 2 (Ch 2). Note that the keyboard won’t  
produce sound if Parts 1 and 2 are set to OFF.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Bulk Dump Temporary  
The content of the currently selected Setup is transmitted.  
5. Press [PIANO].  
Utility Settings (Utility)  
The following screen appears, and [PIANO] flashes.  
fig.disp.bdt  
Transferring Setups to External  
Devices (Setup Bulk Dump)  
You can transfer the contents of Setups to an external MIDI device.  
This operation is called “bulk dump.”  
Use this procedure to save the data to an external MIDI device in  
situations such as when you want to perform by connecting another  
RD-300SX with the same settings, or to prevent your Setups from  
corruption.  
6. Put the external sequencer in record mode.  
7. Press [ENTER].  
A confirmation screen (Sure?) appears.  
If you do not want to transmit the settings, press [EXIT].  
1. Connect the RD-300SX and the external sequencer, using  
8. Press [ENTER] again to transmit the settings.  
an optional MIDI or USB cable (sold separately).  
When the transfer is completed, you can return to Step 3.  
2. Press [EDIT].  
9. Stop the external sequencer.  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
3. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “Utility,” then press [ENTER].  
Bulk Dump Setup  
fig.disp.Utl  
The content of all Setups is transmitted.  
5. Press [E.PIANO].  
The following screen appears, and [E.PIANO] flashes.  
fig.disp.bdS  
4. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned,  
then select the parameter.  
TONE SELECT  
button  
Indication  
Description  
6. Put the external sequencer in record mode.  
PIANO  
Bulk Dump Temporary  
(p. 44).  
7. Press [ENTER].  
A confirmation screen (Sure?) appears.  
If you do not want to transmit the settings, press [EXIT].  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
Bulk Dump Setup (p. 44).  
Factory Reset (p. 45).  
TX Mode (p. 46)  
8. Press [ENTER] again to transmit the settings.  
When the transfer is completed, you can return to Step 3.  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
9. Stop the external sequencer.  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
Local Control (p. 46)  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
Only the indicators of buttons to which a parameter is assigned  
light.  
Stop the rhythms and do not touch the keys or controllers when  
performing the Bulk Dump procedure.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Restoring Saved Settings to the RD-  
300SX  
factory condition (Factory Reset)  
When returning settings saved to an external sequencer back to  
the RD-300SX, an Exclusive message is transmitted from the  
external sequencer, then the data is received by the RD-300SX.  
The settings stored in the RD-300SX can be returned to their factory  
settings.  
Be aware that when you restore Setups data to the RD-300SX,  
the data in the RD-300SX will be overwritten and lost.  
Executing “Factory Reset” results in deletion of the Setups (p.  
34) and the System (p. 37). If you want to keep any data you  
have stored, use the “Bulk Dump Setup” operation to save the  
data to an external sequencer (p. 44).  
1. Connect the RD-300SX and the external sequencer, using  
an optional MIDI or USB cable (sold separately).  
2. Make sure that [EDIT] indicator is extinguished.  
*
You cannot save the System settings by Bulk Dump.  
If the [EDIT] indicator is lit, press [EDIT] to turn the indicator  
light off and put the RD-300SX in normal performance mode.  
1. Press [EDIT].  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
3. Transmit (play back) the data from the external sequencer.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “Utility,” then press [ENTER].  
fig.disp.Utl  
After playback of the Bulk Dump Setup data, the RD-300SX  
writes the data to the internal memory. Be sure never to turn off  
the power while this data is being written.  
For details on transmitting exclusive data, refer to the owner’s  
manual for your sequencer.  
3. Press [ORGAN].  
fig.disp.Fctl  
4. Press [ENTER].  
A confirmation screen (Sure?) appears.  
To cancel the Factory Reset, press [EXIT].  
5. Press [ENTER] again to start the Factory Reset operation.  
When the Factory Reset is completed, you can return to Step 2.  
Never turn off the power during Factory Reset.  
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Settings for Each Function ([EDIT])  
Setting the MIDI Tx Mode  
Switching Local Control On and Off  
By setting the MIDI Tx Mode, you can select to have a more suitable  
(to the external MIDI device) selection of MIDI data be output from  
the RD-300SX when you make tone changes on the RD-300SX.  
“Mode 1” is the power-up default setting.  
When connecting a MIDI sequencer, set Local Control to “Off.”  
When the instrument is turned on, this is set to “On.”  
As illustrated, information describing what has been played on the  
keyboard is passed to the internal sound generator over two  
different routes, (1) and (2). As a result, you hear overlapping or  
intermittent sounds. To prevent this from happening, route (1) must  
Indication  
Value  
Description  
be severed, by setting the unit to what is known as “Local Off.”  
fig.03-02  
Mode1  
This setting is suited for con-  
necting to a sound module. The  
MIDI information (for exam-  
ple: Program change) is not  
output from the RD-300SX  
when you make a tone change  
on the RD-300SX.  
This setting is suitable for the  
connection of sequencers. The  
MIDI information (for example:  
Bank select, Program Change,  
Settings of Effects, and so on) is  
output from the RD-300SX  
when you make a tone change  
on the RD-300SX.  
Local On  
(1)  
Sequencer  
Memory  
MIDI  
OUT  
MIDI  
IN  
Sound  
Generator  
Mode2  
MIDI  
OUT  
MIDI  
IN  
Thru function On  
(2)  
Each note played  
is sounded twice  
Local Control ON: The keyboard and the internal sound generator  
are in a linked state.  
fig.03-03  
Sound is emitted  
The MIDI Tx button is disabled in Mode 2.  
Sound Generator  
Local On  
Local Control OFF: The keyboard and the internal sound generator  
are in an unlinked state. No sound will be  
produced by the keyboard when it is played.  
fig.03-04  
No sound produced  
Sound Generator  
Local Off  
Indication  
Value  
OFF  
ON  
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Connecting External MIDI Devices  
What’s MIDI?  
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard  
specification that allows musical data to be exchanged between  
electronic musical instruments and computers. By using a MIDI  
cable to connect devices that have MIDI connectors, you can create  
an ensemble in which a single MIDI keyboard can play multiple  
instruments, or change settings automatically as the song progresses.  
Using the RD-300SX As a  
Master Keyboard  
By connecting an external MIDI device to the MIDI OUT connector  
on the RD-300SX’s rear panel, you can then control the external MIDI  
device with the RD-300SX.  
Normally, the RD-300SX transmits Note messages from the MIDI  
OUT connector, but you can control not only Note messages, but a  
variety of other external MIDI device settings as well.  
Make the following settings if you do not want to have MIDI  
messages transmitted.  
About MIDI Connectors  
The RD-300SX has the following two types of MIDI connector. Their  
1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [MIDI Tx].  
functions differ as described below.  
fig.04-01  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to switch the setting to ON or OFF.  
*
To enable transmission, set this to ON.  
This button is disabled when Tx Mode is set to Mode 2.  
Selecting Sounds on an External  
MIDI Device  
To switch the tones of an external MIDI device, enter the program  
number and the MSB/LSB of the Bank Select message as numerical  
values on the RD-300SX.  
For instructions on connecting the external devices, refer to  
“Connecting the RD-300SX to External Equipment” (p. 12).  
MIDI IN Connector  
Performance messages from an external MIDI device are received  
sounds or switch tones.  
1. Press [MIDI Tx].  
2. Referring to the following, press the TONE SELECT button  
to which the parameter you want to change is assigned,  
then select the parameter.  
MIDI OUT Connector  
If you want to change the sounds, press [ORGAN] first to send  
the Program Change message.  
MIDI messages are transmitted from this connector to external MIDI  
devices. The RD-300SX’s MIDI OUT connector is used for sending  
the performance data of the keyboard controller section as well as  
data used for saving various settings and patterns (Bulk Dump  
p. 44).  
TONE  
Indication  
Parameter  
SELECT  
button  
PIANO  
Bank Select MSB  
Bank Select LSB  
Program Change  
Pan  
Connecting to External MIDI Sound  
Generators  
E.PIANO  
ORGAN  
fig.04-02  
STRINGS/  
PAD  
MIDI IN  
GUITAR/  
BASS  
Reverb Send  
Chorus Send  
Key Transpose  
MIDI Ch  
Sound Generator A  
MIDI OUT  
RD-300SX  
BRASS/  
WINDS  
VOICE/  
SYNTH  
RHY/GM2  
If the RD-300SX transmits a Program number or a Bank number  
for which no Tone has been assigned, an alternate Tone may be  
selected, or in some cases, there may be no sound played. If you  
do not want to transmit the Program number or Bank Select, set  
the MSB/LSB to “--- (OFF).”  
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Connecting External MIDI Devices  
3. Press [INC] or [DEC] to change the parameter values.  
Pressing [INC] and [DEC] simultaneously switches the settings  
value to “--- (OFF).” When this setting is “--- (OFF),” program  
numbers or bank select messages will not be transmitted.  
When recording to an external sequencer, it is convenient if you set  
MIDI TX Mode to Mode2. When using this function, you can get the  
most suitable settings for recording the RD-300SX’s data to an  
external sequencer, without having to make all the Part and channel  
settings.  
When setting the LOWER zone, set [LOWER SELECT] to ON.  
Parameter  
Tx  
Value  
For more detailed information on how to make the settings, refer to  
“Setting the MIDI Tx Mode” (p. 46).  
Bank Select MSB  
Bank Select LSB  
Program Change  
CC 00  
CC 32  
Program  
Change  
0–127, --- (OFF)  
0–127, --- (OFF)  
0–127, --- (OFF)  
Pan  
CC10  
CC91  
CC93  
---  
L64–0–63R, --- (OFF)  
--- (OFF), 0–127  
--- (OFF), 0–127  
-48–0– +48  
Reverb Send  
Chorus Send  
Key Transpose  
MIDI Ch  
Use the following procedure when recording to an external  
sequencer.  
---  
1–16  
1. Turn on the external sequencer’s Thru function and turn off  
the RD-300SX’s local control.  
For details, refer to the section “Switching Local Control On  
and Off” (p. 46).  
Recording RD-300SX  
Performances to an  
Refer to your sequencer owner’s manual for instructions on  
how to carry out this procedure.  
External MIDI Sequencer  
2. Select the Setup for the performance to be recorded.  
For instructions on selecting the Setup, refer to p. 34.  
Now, try using an external sequencer to record your music onto  
multiple tracks, and then play back the recorded performance.  
3. Use the procedure described in the previous section  
“Settings for Recording” to make the MIDI Tx Mode settings  
to Mode2.  
Connecting to an External  
Sequencer  
4. Begin recording with the external sequencer.  
5. Bulk Dump the Setup.  
fig.04-03  
Transmit the contents of the selected Setup to the external  
sequencer.  
For instructions on carrying out this operation, refer to  
“Transferring Setups to External Devices (Setup Bulk  
Dump)” (p. 44).  
MIDI IN  
MIDI OUT  
6. Perform on the RD-300SX.  
7. When the performance is finished, stop recording with the  
external sequencer.  
MIDI Sequencer  
MIDI OUT  
MIDI IN  
Recording is now complete.  
RD-300SX  
back on the external sequencer.  
1. Before starting the connection procedure, make sure that  
2. After reading “Connecting the RD-300SX to External  
Equipment” (p. 12), connect an audio device/system or  
headphones.  
3. Connect the external MIDI sequencer with the MIDI cable as  
shown in the figure above.  
4. As described in “Turning On the Power” (p. 13), turn on the  
power of each device.  
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Connecting External MIDI Devices  
Playing the RD-300SX’s  
from an External MIDI Device  
Transmitting Bank Select (Controller Number 0, 32) and Program  
Change messages from the external MIDI device to the RD-300SX  
allows you to switch Setups and Tones.  
Internal Sound Generator  
from an External MIDI Device  
Try Playing the RD-300SX from an External MIDI Device.  
Making Connections  
Switching Tones (p. 19, p. 60)  
fig.04-05  
Switching Setups  
MIDI OUT  
The MIDI messages transmitted by the external MIDI device will be  
received by the RD-300SX to select Setups as shown in the following  
table.  
Number  
Bank Select  
Program Change  
Number  
MIDI Sequencer  
MIDI IN  
MSB  
LSB  
1–32  
85  
0
1–32  
must be matched to the RD-300SX’s controller channel (p. 39).  
When switching individual parts, match the MIDI channel of the  
transmitting device to the RD-300SX's receive channel. However, if  
the same channel is set for both the control channel and receive  
channel, the control channel takes priority, resulting in Setups being  
RD-300SX  
1. Before starting the connection procedure, make sure that  
2. After reading “Connecting the RD-300SX to External  
Equipment” (p. 12), connect an audio device/system or  
headphones.  
3. Connect the external MIDI device with the MIDI cable as  
shown in the figure above.  
4. As described in “Turning the Power On and Off” (p. 13),  
turn on the power of each device.  
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Connecting to Your Computer via USB (USB Mode)  
4. Press [INC] or [DEC] to set the value.  
Switching USB Drivers  
Display  
Value  
Original  
Description  
Select this when using the sup-  
plied driver with a USB connec-  
tion.  
Select this when using a generic  
USB driver included with the OS  
with a USB connection.  
What is the USB MIDI Driver?  
Generic  
The USB MIDI Driver is a software which passes data between  
the RD-300SX and the application (sequencer software, etc.) that  
is running on the USB-connected computer.  
5. After changing settings, turn the power off and then on  
The USB MIDI Driver sends data from the application to the  
RD-300SX, and passes data from the RD-300SX to the  
again.  
application.  
fig.05-01  
There is no need to use the Write procedure for the USB Driver  
settings.  
Exchanging MIDI Messages  
with Your Computer  
You can use a USB connector to connect the RD-300SX to your  
computer. For more details, refer to the separate “USB Installation  
Guide.”  
Application  
USB connector  
USB  
Driver  
*
Connecting your computer to the RD-300SX for the first time requires  
installation of the “USB Driver” (on the included CD-ROM) to the  
computer. For more details, refer to the separate “USB Installation  
Guide.”  
USB cable  
Computer  
*
921  
*
Only MIDI data can be transmitted using USB.  
USB connector  
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices,  
always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices  
before making any connections.  
*
USB cables are not included. Consult your Roland dealer if you need  
to purchase.  
RD-300SX  
*
*
Use a USB cable no longer than 3 meters.  
Turn on the power to the RD-300SX before starting up MIDI  
applications on the computer. Do not turn the RD-300SX on or off  
while any MIDI application is running.  
When a computer is connected to the USB connector, you can  
determine the USB driver to be used as follows:  
*
Do not connect or disconnect the USB cable while the RD-300SX’s  
power is on.  
1. Press [EDIT].  
*
*
If not using USB, disconnect the USB cable from the RD-300SX.  
The indicator lights, and the RD-300SX switches to Edit mode.  
If, during the transmission/reception of data, the computer switches to  
energy-saving mode or suspended mode, or if the RD-300SX’s power  
is switched on or off, the computer may freeze, or the RD-300SX’s  
operation may become unstable.  
2. Press [INC] or [DEC] to select “System,” then press  
[ENTER].  
fig.disp.SYS  
*
When using your computer’s sequencer software to record  
RD-300SX performances, we recommend setting the sequencer  
software’s Soft Thru to “OFF.”  
3. Press [RHY/GM2].  
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About V-LINK  
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.  
(Examples)  
By using the RD-300SX and Edirol DV-7PR together, you can:  
Make Edirol DV-7PR playback settings remotely from the RD-  
300SX.  
Use the RD-300SX’s keyboard to switch the Edirol DV-7PR’s  
images (clips/palettes).  
*
In order to use V-LINK with the RD-300SX and Edirol DV-7PR, you  
will need to make connections using an USB-MIDI Interface (sold  
separately).  
Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power  
to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage  
to speakers or other devices.  
How to Use the V-LINK  
1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [SOUND CONTROL].  
The display changes as shown below, and the RD-300SX  
switches to image control mode.  
fig.06-01  
You can control images using the twelve keys at the left end of  
the keyboard.  
fig.06-03  
A0~G#1  
*
While V-LINK is switched on, no sound is produced when you press  
any of the twelve keys at the left end of the keyboard.  
2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [SOUND CONTROL] once  
again to exit.  
The display returns to its normal state, and the V-LINK setting  
is switched off.  
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Troubleshooting  
If the RD-300SX does not function in the way you expect, first  
check the following points. If this does not resolve the  
problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service  
Station.  
Problem  
Check/Solution  
Is the device enabled to transmit MIDI  
messages?  
• Set [MIDI TX] to ON (p. 47). MIDI  
messages cannot be transmitted if  
[MIDI TX] is set to OFF.  
Problem  
Check/Solution  
No Sound From the  
Connected MIDI  
Device  
Power Not Coming  
On  
Is the power cord properly connected? (p.  
11)  
Is the RD-300SX’s keyboard controller  
section MIDI Transmit channel matched  
to the connected MIDI device’s MIDI  
Receive channel?  
14) or connected device turned all the  
way down?  
• Make the Ch settings screen (p. 47).  
Are all connections properly made?  
• When using the RD-300SX as a stand-  
alone instrument, be sure to connect  
with audio cables or use headphones  
(p. 12).  
Is the power to all devices turned on?  
No Sound (With a  
MIDI Device  
Is the MIDI cable connected and plugged  
in correctly?  
Connected)  
Does the MIDI channel match the  
connected instrument? (p. 47)  
Are sounds audible with headphones  
connected?  
Is V-LINK switched on (p. 51)?  
When V-LINK is switched on, the twelve  
keys at the left end of the keyboard are  
used to control images, and no sounds  
are played with these keys.  
• If sounds are audible through  
headphones, it may indicate that there  
is a short in an audio cable or some sort  
of amp or mixer problem. Check the  
cables and equipment once again.  
No Sound From the  
Left Side  
With certain Tones, for example Rhythm  
Sets, bass Tones, Timpani, and other  
Tones will not sound if a portion of the  
Tone falls outside the recommended  
range.  
No Sound  
Is a zone level turned off with the ZONE  
LEVEL sliders? (p. 24)  
No Sound in a  
Specific Range  
Is the Part setting set to OFF (p. 43)?  
If the sound for a pressed key is not being  
played, is the Local Switch set to OFF?  
• Set the Local Control to ON (p. 46).  
The RD-300SX has a maximum  
polyphony of 128 voices. When playing  
together with a song or Rhythm along  
with heavy use of the damper pedal, the  
performance data may exceed the  
the keyboard may not sound.  
Are the effect settings correct?  
Not All Sounds Are  
Played  
• Check the ON/OFF settings for MULTI  
EFFECTS [ON/OFF] (p. 28), MFX Zone  
(p. 40) and level settings (p. 28).  
Has the volume been lowered by pedal  
operations or by MIDI messages (volume  
messages or expression messages)  
Did you call up a Setup?  
• When a Setup is called up, the current  
Tone, effect, and other settings are  
disabled, and the selected Setup goes  
settings to a Setup (p. 35).  
received from an external MIDI device?  
No Sound for  
Specific Zone  
Is the zone’s volume level turned down?  
• Check the ZONE LEVEL sliders (p. 24).  
Tones Are Altered  
Did you press ONE TOUCH [PIANO]?  
• When ONE TOUCH [PIANO] is  
pressed, the current Tone, effect, and  
other settings are disabled, and settings  
for use in piano performances go into  
effect (p. 18). Save the required settings  
to a Setup (p. 35).  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Check/Solution  
Problem  
Check/Solution  
Is the RD-300SX in Dual Play? (p. 21)  
Depending on the Tone selected, pitches  
played in certain registers will be  
Two Sounds are  
When the RD-300SX is connected to an  
mode (p. 46). Alternatively, set SOFT  
THRU on the sequencer to “OFF.”  
changed and played at other pitches.  
Produced When the  
Keyboard is Played  
Have you set Transpose? (p. 25, p. 55)  
Has the RD-300SX gone out of tune?  
• Check the System Master Tune settings  
in Edit mode (p. 38).  
Pitch is Odd  
Is [MIDI TX] set to ON?  
• When [MIDI TX] is set to ON, the  
external sound generator is controlled.  
To change the RD-300SX’s tones, set  
[MIDI TX] to OFF (p. 47).  
Has the pitch been changed by pedal  
operations or by Pitch Bend messages  
received from an external MIDI device?  
Tone Doesn’t  
Change  
Are the LOWER SELECT settings correct?  
(p. 28)  
When you try playing more than the  
maximum 128 voices simultaneously,  
sounds currently being played may be  
cut out.  
Sound is Cut Off  
Could the Effect Type be set to 0? (p. 29)  
Could the Effect Level be set to 0? (p. 28)  
Effects Not Applied/  
Effects Sound  
Wrong  
Sound Keeps  
Playing When Key is  
Pressed  
Is the hold pedal polarity reversed?  
• Check the System Damper Pedal  
Polarity settings in Edit mode (p. 38).  
When the zone to which the effects are  
applied is assigned to the Lower Tone,  
the effects are then not applied to the  
Upper Tone (p. 40).  
Is the pedal connected correctly?  
• Connect the pedal securely to the  
PEDAL jack (p. 12).  
As the RD-300SX piano sounds faithfully  
reproduce the depth and reverberation of  
actual acoustic pianos, reverberation may  
still be audible even after the reverb effect  
is removed from sounds.  
Are you using a pedal made by another  
manufacturer?  
Reverb Remains  
Even After Reverb is  
Lifted  
• Use the pedal included with the RD-  
300SX or an optional DP Series or  
similar pedal.  
With the acoustic piano settings, sounds  
in the upper 1 1/2-octave range are  
extended to the end regardless of the  
damper pedal actions. The tone is also  
different in this range. Roland’s pianos  
faithfully reproduce the sonic qualities of  
acoustic pianos. Furthermore, you can  
use the instrument’s Key Transpose  
setting to change that range over which  
the damper pedal has no effect.  
Pedal Has No Effect,  
or Effect “Sticks”  
Unplugging a pedal cord from the unit  
pedal’s effect to be applied nonstop.  
Be sure to switch off the power to the unit  
before attempting to disconnect or  
connect a pedal cord (p. 12).  
Sound Suddenly  
Changes at Key in  
Upper Octaves  
When Setup Pedal Shift is set to ON and  
the pedal is being used as a dedicated  
Setup switch (p. 39), the control pedal  
function cannot be used (p. 40).  
In some Tones, the settings are such that  
sounds randomly play from the left or  
right side (are panned) each time the keys  
are pressed. These settings cannot be  
changed.  
Sounds Come From  
Left or Right Each  
Time Key is Pressed  
(Panned)  
Sounds can be distorted due to equalizer,  
multi-effect, and Part volume settings.  
Adjust the ZONE LEVEL sliders (p. 24).  
Sound is Distorted  
Is a distortion-type effect being applied to  
the sound (p. 28)?  
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Problem  
Check/Solution  
When listening through headphones:  
Certain piano tones that feature  
vibrant, sparking sounds contain a  
large high-frequency component,  
which may make it appear that a  
metallic reverberation has been  
applied. This faithfully reproduces the  
characteristics of acoustic pianos, and  
does not indicate any malfunction.  
Since this reverberation becomes  
particularly audible when  
High-Pitched Whine  
is Produced  
supplemented by heavy reverb, you  
may be able to diminish the problem  
by reducing the amount of reverb  
applied to the sound.  
When listening through speakers:  
Here, a different cause (such as  
resonance produced by the RD-300SX)  
would be suspect. Consult your  
Roland dealer or nearest Roland  
Service Center.  
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Effects List  
Indicated  
number  
Effect name  
Overview  
Effect parameter name when changed by holding down  
[MULTI EFFECTS] and pressing [INC] or [DEC] (p. 29):  
An overview thereof (Value)  
00  
01  
THRU  
EQUALIZER  
Amplifies the low and high ends for a notice-  
ably striking tone.  
EQ Gain:  
Gain of the low and high range (0–30)  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
MID CUT  
Cuts the midrange for a clean, refreshing  
tone.  
Reduces the volume of the low end.  
Mid Gain:  
Gain of the middle range (0–30)  
Low Gain:  
Gain of the low range (0–64)  
LOW CUT  
LOW BOOST  
Boosts the volume of the lower range, creat-  
ing powerful lows.  
This filter cuts specific frequencies.  
Boost Gain:  
Amount by which the lower range will be boosted (0–12)  
Filter Cutoff:  
Cutoff frequency of the filter (0–127)  
Rate:  
Rate of modulation (0–21)  
Sens:  
Sensitivity of the enhancer (0–127)  
NOTCH  
FILTER  
STEP FILTER  
This filter changes the cutoff frequency in a  
stepped fashion.  
Controls the overtone structure of the high  
frequencies, adding sparkle and tightness to  
the sound.  
ENHANCER  
08  
AUTO WAH  
Cyclically controls a filter to create cyclic  
change in timbre.  
Manual:  
Adjusts the center frequency at which the effect is applied  
(0–127)  
09  
10  
11  
HUMANIZER  
Adds a vowel character to the sound, making  
it similar to a human voice.  
Simulates the large triple stack speaker  
Rate:  
Frequency at which the two vowels switch (0–21)  
Direct Level:  
Volume of the direct sound (0–127)  
Rate:  
SPEAKER  
SIMULATOR  
PHASER  
This is a stereo phaser.  
A phase-shifted sound is added to the origi-  
nal sound and modulated.  
Frequency of modulation (0–21)  
12  
13  
14  
STEP PHASER  
This is a stereo phaser.  
The phaser effect will be varied gradually.  
Extremely high settings of the phase differ-  
ence produce a deep phaser effect.  
A phaser that continues raising/lowering the  
frequency at which the sound is modulated.  
Step Rate:  
Frequency of modulation (0–21)  
Rate:  
Frequency of modulation (0–21)  
Speed:  
Speed at which to raise or lower the frequency at which the  
sounds modulated (0–200)  
MULTI  
PHASER  
INFINITE  
PHASER  
15  
RING  
MODULATOR  
This is an effect that applies amplitude mod-  
ulation (AM) to the input signal, producing  
bell-like sounds.  
Frequency:  
Adjusts the frequency at which modulation is applied (0–127)  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
STEP RING  
MODULATOR  
A ring modulator that cyclically changes the  
modulated frequencies.  
Cyclically modulates the volume to add  
tremolo effect to the sound.  
Cyclically modulates the stereo location of  
the sound.  
Cyclically modulates the stereo location of  
the sound.  
By applying successive cuts to the sound, this  
effect turns a conventional sound into a  
sound that appears to be played as a backing  
phrase. This is especially effective when ap-  
plied to sustain-type sounds.  
Rate:  
Rate of modulation (0–21)  
Rate:  
Frequency of the change (0–21)  
Rate:  
Frequency of the change (0–21)  
Rate:  
Frequency of the change (0–21)  
Rate:  
TREMOLO  
AUTO PAN  
STEP PAN  
SLICER  
Frequency of the change (0–21)  
21  
22  
ROTARY  
The Rotary effect simulates the sound of the  
rotary speakers often used with the electric  
organs of the past.  
This type provides modified response for the  
rotary speaker, with the low end boosted fur-  
ther.  
Speed:  
Rotational speed of the rotating speaker (0–1)  
VK ROTARY  
Speed:  
Rotational speed of the rotating speaker (0–1)  
23  
24  
CHORUS  
This is a stereo chorus.  
Depth:  
Depth of modulation (0–127)  
Depth:  
Depth of modulation (0–127)  
FLANGER  
This is a stereo flanger.It produces a metallic  
resonance that rises and falls like a jet air-  
plane taking off or landing.  
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Effects List  
Indicated  
number  
Effect name  
Overview  
Effect parameter name when changed by holding down  
[MULTI EFFECTS] and pressing [INC] or [DEC] (p. 29):  
An overview thereof (Value)  
25  
26  
STEP  
FLANGER  
HEXA-  
CHORUS  
This is a flanger in which the flanger pitch  
changes in steps.  
Uses a six-phase chorus to give richness and  
spatial spread to the sound.  
Step Rate:  
Rate of pitch change (0–21)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the chorus  
sound (0–100)  
27  
28  
TREMOLO  
CHORUS  
This is a chorus effect with added Tremolo  
(cyclic modulation of volume).  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the tremolo  
chorus sound (0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the chorus  
sound (0–100)  
SPACE-D  
This is a multiple chorus that applies two-  
phase modulation in stereo. It gives no im-  
pression of modulation, but produces a  
transparent chorus effect.  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
3D CHORUS  
3D FLANGER  
This applies a 3D effect to the chorus sound.  
The chorus sound will be positioned 90 de-  
grees left and 90 degrees right.  
This applies a 3D effect to the flanger sound.  
The flanger sound will be positioned 90 de-  
grees left and 90 degrees right.  
This applies a 3D effect to the step flanger  
sound. The flanger sound will be positioned  
90 degrees left and 90 degrees right.  
A chorus effect that lets you apply an effect  
independently to the low-frequency and  
high-frequency ranges.  
A flanger that lets you apply an effect inde-  
pendently to the low-frequency and high-fre-  
quency ranges.  
A step flanger that lets you apply an effect in-  
dependently to the low-frequency and high-  
frequency ranges.  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the chorus  
sound (0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the flanger  
sound (0–100)  
Step Rate:  
3D STEP  
FLANGER  
Rate of pitch change (0–21)  
2BAND  
CHORUS  
Balance:  
Volume balance of the original sound and chorus sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance of the original sound and flanger sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
2BAND  
FLANGER  
2BAND STEP  
FLANGER  
Volume balance of the original sound and flanger sound  
(0–100)  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
OVERDRIVE  
Creates a soft distortion similar to that pro-  
duced by vacuum tube amplifiers.  
Produces a more intense distortion than  
Overdrive.  
This is an overdrive that provides heavy dis-  
tortion.  
This is a distortion effect that provides heavy  
distortion.  
This is an effect that simulates the sound of a  
guitar amplifier.  
Flattens out high levels and boosts low lev-  
els, smoothing out fluctuations in volume.  
Compresses signals that exceed a specified  
volume level, preventing distortion from oc-  
curring.  
Level:  
Output Level (0–127)  
Level:  
Output Level (0–127)  
Level:  
Output Level (0–127)  
Level:  
Output Level (0–127)  
Pre Amp Master:  
Volume of the entire pre-amp (0–127)  
Threshold:  
Adjusts the volume at which compression begins (0–127)  
Threshold:  
Adjusts the volume at which compression begins (0–127)  
DISTORTION  
VS OVERDRIVE  
VS  
DISTORTION  
GUITAR AMP  
SIMULATOR  
COMPRESSOR  
LIMITER  
42  
GATE  
Cuts the reverb’s delay according to the vol-  
ume of the sound sent into the effect. Use this  
when you want to create an artificial-sound-  
ing decrease in the reverb’s decay.  
Threshold:  
Volume level at which the gate begins to close (0–127)  
43  
44  
45  
46  
DELAY  
This is a stereo delay.  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
LONG DELAY  
SERIAL DELAY  
A delay that provides a long delay time.  
This delay connects two delay units in series.  
Adds modulation to the delayed sound.  
MODULATION  
DELAY  
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Effects List  
Indicated  
number  
Effect name  
Overview  
Effect parameter name when changed by holding down  
[MULTI EFFECTS] and pressing [INC] or [DEC] (p. 29):  
An overview thereof (Value)  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
3TAP PAN  
DELAY  
Produces three delay sounds; center, left and  
right.  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound  
(0–100)  
4TAP PAN  
DELAY  
This effect has four delays.  
MULTI TAP  
DELAY  
This effect provides four delays with feed-  
back.  
REVERSE  
DELAY  
This is a reverse delay that adds a reversed  
and delayed sound to the input sound.  
SHUFFLE  
DELAY  
Adds a shuffle to the delay sound, giving the  
sound a bouncy delay effect with a swing  
feel.  
This applies a 3D effect to the delay sound.  
The delay sound will be positioned 90 de-  
grees left and 90 degrees right.  
3D DELAY  
TIMECONTROL  
DELAY  
A stereo delay in which the delay time can be  
varied smoothly.  
LONG TIME  
CONTROL  
DELAY  
A delay in which the delay time can be varied  
smoothly, and allowing an extended delay to  
be produced.  
55  
56  
TAPE ECHO  
A virtual tape echo that produces a realistic  
tape delay sound.  
In addition to a Lo-Fi effect, this adds various  
types of noise such as white noise and disc  
noise.  
Echo Level:  
Volume of the echo sound (0–127)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the effect sound  
(0–100)  
LOFI NOISE  
57  
58  
59  
60  
LOFI  
COMPRSSOR  
This is an effect that intentionally degrades  
the sound quality for creative purposes.  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the effect sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the effect sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the effect sound  
(0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the effect sound  
(0–100)  
LOFI RADIO  
TELEPHONE  
PHONOGRAPH  
In addition to a Lo-Fi effect, this effect also  
generates radio noise.  
This applies a telephone sound.  
Simulates a sound recorded on an analog  
record and played back on a record player.  
61  
62  
PITCH  
SHIFTER  
2VOICE PITCH  
SHIFTER  
A stereo pitch shifter.  
Fine:  
Adjusts the pitch of the pitch shifted sound (0–100)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the Pitch Shift 1 and Pitch Shift 2  
sounds (0–100)  
Shifts the pitch of the original sound. This 2-  
voice pitch shifter has two pitch shifters, and  
can add two pitch shifted sounds to the orig-  
inal sound.  
63  
64  
65  
STEP PITCH  
SHIFTER  
REVERB  
This pitch shifter changes the shift volume of  
the pitch shift sound in a stepped fashion.  
Adds reverberation to the sound, simulating  
an acoustic space.  
This is a special type of reverb in which the  
reverberant sound is cut off before its natural  
length.  
Rate:  
Rate of modulation (0–21)  
Time:  
Time length of reverberation (0–127)  
Balance:  
Volume balance between the direct sound and the reverb  
sound (0–100)  
GATED  
REVERB  
66  
67  
OVERDRIVE  
CHORUS  
This effect connects an overdrive and a cho-  
rus in series.  
Chorus Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the chorus and the sound that is not sent through the  
chorus (0–100)  
OVERDRIVE  
FLANGER  
This effect connects an overdrive and a  
flanger in series.  
Flanger Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the flanger and the sound that is not sent through the  
flanger (0–100)  
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Effects List  
Indicated  
number  
Effect name  
Overview  
Effect parameter name when changed by holding down  
[MULTI EFFECTS] and pressing [INC] or [DEC] (p. 29):  
An overview thereof (Value)  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
OVERDRIVE  
DELAY  
This effect connects an overdrive and a delay  
in series.  
Delay Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the delay and the sound that is not sent through the  
delay (0–100)  
DISTORTION  
CHORUS  
This effect connects a distortion and a chorus  
in series.  
Chorus Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the chorus and the sound that is not sent through the  
chorus (0–100)  
DISTORTION  
FLANGER  
This effect connects a distortion and a flanger  
in series.  
Flanger Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the flanger and the sound that is not sent through the  
flanger (0–100)  
DISTORTION  
DELAY  
This effect connects a distortion and a delay  
in series.  
Delay Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the delay and the sound that is not sent through the  
delay (0–100)  
ENHANCER  
CHORUS  
This effect connects an enhancer and a cho-  
rus in series.  
Chorus Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the chorus and the sound that is not sent through the  
chorus (0–100)  
ENHANCER  
FLANGER  
This effect connects an enhancer and a  
flanger in series.  
Flanger Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the flanger and the sound that is not sent through the  
flanger (0–100)  
ENHANCER  
DELAY  
This effect connects an enhancer and a delay  
in series.  
Delay Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the delay and the sound that is not sent through the  
delay (0–100)  
CHORUS  
DELAY  
This effect connects a chorus and a delay in  
series.  
Delay Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the delay and the sound that is not sent through the  
delay (0–100)  
FLANGER  
DELAY  
This effect connects a flanger and a delay in  
series.  
Delay Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the delay and the sound that is not sent through the  
delay (0–100)  
CHORUS  
FLANGER  
This effect connects a chorus and a flanger in  
series.  
Flanger Balance:  
Adjusts the volume balance between the sound that is sent  
through the flanger and the sound that is not sent through the  
flanger (0–100)  
Depth:  
Depth of the effect (0–10)  
SYMPATHETIC  
RESONANCE  
On an acoustic piano, holding down the  
damper pedal allows other strings to reso-  
nate in sympathy with the notes you play,  
creating rich and spacious resonances. This  
effect simulates these sympathetic resonanc-  
es.  
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Error Messages  
Display  
Meaning  
Too much MIDI data was sent from the external MIDI instrument at one time,  
and the unit could not process the data. Reduce the amount of MIDI data being  
sent to the RD-300SX.  
A problem such as a loose MIDI cable or computer cable occurred.  
Make sure the MIDI cables and computer cables are correctly hooked up.  
A system error has occurred.  
Try performing the procedure over again. Should this message continue to ap-  
pear even after repeated attempts, please consult the nearest Roland Service  
Center.  
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Tone List  
MSB: Bank Select MSB (Control Number: 0)  
LSB: Bank Select LSB (Control Number: 32)  
PC: Program Change  
[PIANO]  
[GUITAR/BASS]  
<GM2 Tones>  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
X-Ultimate  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
013  
Dyna Nylon  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
068  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
013  
015  
016  
017  
018  
019  
020  
021  
022  
023  
024  
025  
026  
027  
028  
029  
030  
031  
032  
033  
034  
035  
036  
037  
038  
039  
040  
041  
042  
043  
044  
045  
046  
047  
048  
049  
050  
051  
052  
053  
054  
055  
056  
057  
058  
059  
060  
061  
062  
063  
064  
065  
066  
067  
068  
069  
070  
071  
072  
073  
074  
075  
Piano 1  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
121  
000  
001  
002  
000  
001  
000  
001  
000  
001  
000  
001  
002  
003  
000  
001  
002  
003  
004  
000  
001  
002  
003  
000  
001  
000  
000  
000  
000  
001  
000  
001  
000  
000  
001  
002  
000  
000  
001  
002  
003  
000  
001  
002  
000  
000  
001  
002  
000  
001  
000  
001  
000  
000  
000  
001  
002  
003  
000  
001  
002  
003  
001  
001  
001  
002  
002  
003  
003  
004  
004  
005  
005  
005  
005  
006  
006  
006  
006  
006  
007  
007  
007  
007  
008  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
012  
013  
013  
014  
015  
015  
015  
016  
017  
017  
017  
017  
018  
018  
018  
019  
020  
020  
020  
021  
021  
022  
022  
023  
024  
025  
025  
025  
025  
026  
026  
026  
026  
Grand RD  
Steel Gtr  
Piano 1w  
X-Pure Grand  
Mellow Piano  
X-PureMellow  
Piano+Strings  
Rock Piano  
Jz Gtr Hall  
Blusey OD  
Punker  
European Pf  
Piano 2  
Piano 2w  
SX Ac.Bass  
FingerMaster  
SX Fretnot  
Slap Bass  
Bass+RideCym  
Punch MG  
101 Bass  
Piano 3  
Piano 3w  
Honky-tonk  
Honky-tonk  
Honky-tonk 2  
E.Piano 1  
St.Soft EP  
FM+SA EP  
60's E.Piano  
E.Piano 2  
Detuned EP 2  
St.FM EP  
X-Pure Mono  
GrandRD Mono  
[E.PIANO]  
Synth Bass  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
Vintage EP 1  
Vintage EP 2  
70's E.Piano  
60's E.Piano  
FM E.Piano  
Clav  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
065  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
[BRASS/WINDS]  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
EP Legend  
EP Phase  
Harpsichord  
Coupled Hps.  
Harpsi.w  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
StackTp Sect  
VoyagerBrass  
Wood Symphny  
Bigband Sax  
Soprano Sax  
Tenor Sax  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
069  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
Natural Hps.  
Vibraphone  
Marimba  
Harpsi.o  
Clav.  
Morning Lite  
Flute  
Pulse Clav  
Celesta  
Bend SynBrs  
Jump For KY  
Afro Horns  
[ORGAN]  
Glockenspiel  
Music Box  
Vibraphone  
Vibraphone w  
Marimba  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
Zepix Organ  
FullDraw Org  
X Perc Organ  
Gospel Spin  
Mellow Bars  
Rock Organ  
Massive Pipe  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
066  
066  
066  
066  
066  
066  
066  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
[VOICE/SYNTH]  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
Marimba w  
Xylophone  
Tubular-bell  
Church Bell  
Carillon  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
Jazz Scat  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
070  
070  
070  
070  
070  
070  
070  
070  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
Morning Star  
Choir Aahs  
Female Aahs  
Galactic SX  
Saw Lead  
Santur  
[STRINGS/PAD]  
Organ 1  
Square Lead  
SuperSawSlow  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
Trem. Organ  
60's Organ 1  
70's E.Organ  
Organ 2  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
SX Strings  
Studio Sect.  
OrchestraPad  
ChmbrStrings  
Pizzicato  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
087  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
067  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
[RHYTHM/GM2]  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
Chorus Or.2  
Perc. Organ  
Organ 3  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
SX Pop Kit  
SX Rock Kit  
SX Jazz Kit  
SX R&B Kit  
SX House Kit  
086  
086  
086  
086  
086  
064  
064  
064  
064  
064  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
JP Strings  
Soft Pad  
Church Org.1  
Church Org.2  
Church Org.3  
Reed Organ  
Puff Organ  
Accordion Fr  
Accordion It  
Harmonica  
Bandoneon  
Nylon-str.Gt  
Ukulele  
Silky Way  
Nu Epic Pad  
Strings Pad  
Flange Dream  
InfinitePhsr  
<GM2 Rhythm Sets>  
No. Tone Name  
MSB LSB PC  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
013  
014  
GM2 STANDARD 120  
000  
000  
000  
000  
000  
000  
000  
000  
000  
001  
009  
017  
025  
026  
033  
041  
049  
057  
GM2 ROOM  
GM2 POWER  
GM2 ELECTRIC  
GM2 ANALOG  
GM2 JAZZ  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
Nylon Gt.o  
Nylon Gt.2  
Steel-str.Gt  
12-str.Gt  
GM2 BRUSH  
GM2 ORCHESTRA 120  
GM2 SFX 120  
Mandolin  
Steel + Body  
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Tone List  
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Jazz Gt.  
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215  
Brass 2  
121  
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001  
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001  
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270  
Shanai  
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001  
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127  
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127  
128  
128  
128  
128  
Pedal Steel  
Clean Gt.  
Synth Brass1  
Pro Brass  
Oct SynBrass  
Jump Brass  
Synth Brass2  
SynBrass sfz  
Velo Brass 1  
Soprano Sax  
Alto Sax  
Tinkle Bell  
Agogo  
Chorus Gt.  
Mid Tone GTR  
Muted Gt.  
Steel Drums  
Woodblock  
Castanets  
Taiko  
Funk Pop  
Funk Gt.2  
Concert BD  
Melo. Tom 1  
Melo. Tom 2  
Synth Drum  
808 Tom  
Elec Perc  
Reverse Cym.  
Gt.FretNoise  
Gt.Cut Noise  
String Slap  
Breath Noise  
Fl.Key Click  
Seashore  
Rain  
Jazz Man  
Overdrive Gt  
Guitar Pinch  
DistortionGt  
Feedback Gt.  
Dist Rtm GTR  
Gt.Harmonics  
Gt. Feedback  
Acoustic Bs.  
Fingered Bs.  
Finger Slap  
Picked Bass  
Fretless Bs.  
Slap Bass 1  
Slap Bass 2  
Synth Bass 1  
SynthBass101  
Acid Bass  
Clavi Bass  
Hammer  
Tenor Sax  
Baritone Sax  
Oboe  
English Horn  
Bassoon  
Clarinet  
Piccolo  
Flute  
Recorder  
Pan Flute  
Bottle Blow  
Shakuhachi  
Whistle  
Thunder  
Wind  
Ocarina  
Stream  
Square Wave  
MG Square  
2600 Sine  
Saw Wave  
OB2 Saw  
Doctor Solo  
Natural Lead  
SequencedSaw  
Syn.Calliope  
Chiffer Lead  
Charang  
Bubble  
Bird  
Dog  
Horse-Gallop  
Bird 2  
Synth Bass 2  
Beef FM Bass  
RubberBass 2  
Attack Pulse  
Violin  
Telephone 1  
Telephone 2  
DoorCreaking  
Door  
Slow Violin  
Viola  
Scratch  
Wind Chimes  
Helicopter  
Car-Engine  
Car-Stop  
Car-Pass  
Car-Crash  
Siren  
Cello  
Wire Lead  
Solo Vox  
Contrabass  
Tremolo Str  
PizzicatoStr  
Harp  
5th Saw Wave  
Bass & Lead  
Delayed Lead  
Fantasia  
Yang Qin  
Timpani  
Warm Pad  
Sine Pad  
Train  
Orche str  
Jetplane  
Orchestra  
Polysynth  
Space Voice  
Itopia  
Starship  
60s Strings  
Slow Strings  
Syn.Strings1  
Syn.Strings3  
Syn.Strings2  
Choir Aahs  
Chorus Aahs  
Voice Oohs  
Humming  
Burst Noise  
Applause  
Laughing  
Screaming  
Punch  
Bowed Glass  
Metal Pad  
Halo Pad  
Sweep Pad  
Ice Rain  
Heart Beat  
Footsteps  
Gun Shot  
Machine Gun  
Lasergun  
Explosion  
Soundtrack  
Crystal  
SynVox  
Syn Mallet  
Atmosphere  
Brightness  
Goblin  
Analog Voice  
OrchestraHit  
Bass Hit  
6th Hit  
Echo Drops  
Echo Bell  
Echo Pan  
Star Theme  
Sitar  
Euro Hit  
Trumpet  
Dark Trumpet  
Trombone  
Trombone 2  
Bright Tb  
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(mono tones).  
Sitar 2  
Banjo  
Tuba  
Shamisen  
Koto  
MutedTrumpet  
MuteTrumpet2  
French Horns  
Fr.Horn 2  
Taisho Koto  
Kalimba  
Bagpipe  
Brass 1  
Fiddle  
61  
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[EXC]: will not sound simultaneously with other percussion instruments of the same number.  
SX Pop Kit  
SX Rock Kit  
SX Jazz Kit  
SX R&B Kit  
SX House Kit  
21  
23  
24  
26  
28  
29  
31  
33  
35  
36  
38  
40  
41  
43  
45  
47  
Rock Kick  
Pop Kick  
Old Kick  
Pop Kick  
Analog Kick 1  
Rock Kick  
Rock CHH1  
Rock Snare 1  
Finger Snap  
707 Claps  
Hand Clap 1  
Hand Clap 2  
Hand Clap 3  
Pop PHH  
Hand Clap 4  
Snare Roll  
Old Kick  
Old Kick  
Jazz Kick 1  
Analog Kick 1  
Jazz Swish  
Jazz Tap 1  
Jazz Tap 2  
Finger Snap  
707 Claps  
Hand Clap 1  
Hand Clap 2  
Hand Clap 3  
Pop PHH  
Gospel Hand Clap  
Snare Roll  
Analog Kick 2  
TR909 Kick 1  
TR909 Kick 2  
R&B CHH 2  
R&B CHH 3  
R&B CHH 4  
Finger Snap  
707 Claps  
Hand Clap 1  
Gospel Hand Clap 2  
Hand Clap 2  
R&B CHH 5  
Gospel Hand Clap  
Lo-Bit CHH  
Analog Kick 1  
R&B Kick  
R&B Side Stick 1  
R&B Snare 1  
R&B Snare 2  
R&B Snare 3  
Sharp Low Tom 6  
R&B CHH 1  
Sharp Low Tom 5  
R&B CHH 1  
Dance Kick  
Lo-Bit CHH  
22  
[EXC1]  
Analog Kick 1  
Hush Kick  
Pop CHH 1  
Reg. Snare 1  
Finger Snap  
707 Claps  
Hand Clap 1  
Hand Clap 2  
Hand Clap 3  
Pop PHH  
Hand Clap 4  
Snare Roll  
Techno Kick 2  
Concert Snare  
Snare Roll  
Finger Snap  
High-Q  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
25  
27  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
Slap  
Scratch Push  
Scratch Pull  
Sticks  
Square Click  
Metro Click  
30  
32  
34  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
Metro Bell  
Old Kick  
Hush Kick  
Reg.Stick  
Pop Kick  
Jazz Kick 2  
House Kick 1  
House Kick 2  
R&B Side Stick 1  
House Snare 1  
House Snare 2  
House Snare 3  
House Low Tom 1  
House CHH  
House Low Tom 2  
House PHH  
Rock Kick  
C2  
37  
39  
Rock Side Stick  
Rock Snare 1  
Snare Ghost  
Rock Snare 2  
Rock Low Tom Flm  
Rock CHH 1  
Rock Low Tom  
Rock CHH 2  
Rock Mid Tom Flm  
Rock OHH  
Rock Mid Tom  
Rock High Tom Flm  
Rock Crash Cymbal  
Rock HighTom  
Pop Ride Cymbal 2  
Rock Chinese Cymbal  
Rock Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Rock Splsh Cymbal  
Cha Cha Cowbell  
Rock Chinese Cymbal 2  
Vibraslap  
Jazz Snare Swing  
Jazz Snare 1  
Pop Snare Swing  
Jazz Snare 2  
Jazz Low Tom Flm  
Pop CHH 1  
Jazz Low Tom  
Pop CHH 2  
Jazz Mid Tom Flm  
Pop OHH  
Jazz Mid Tom  
Jazz High Tom Flm  
Jazz Crash Cymbal  
Jazz HighTom  
Jazz Ride Cymbal 1  
Jazz Chinese Cymbal  
Jazz Ride Cymbal 2  
Tambourine  
Pop Splsh Cymbal  
Cha Cha Cowbell  
Jazz Crash Cymbal 2  
Vibraslap  
Pop Ride Cymbal 1  
Bongo Hi  
Reg. Snare  
Reg. Snare Ghost  
Titan Snare  
Reg. Low Tom Flm  
Pop CHH 1  
Reg. Low Tom  
Pop CHH 2  
Reg.Mid Tom Flm  
Pop OHH  
42  
44  
46  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
Sharp Low Tom 4  
R&B OHH  
House Mid Tom 1  
House OHH  
House Mid Tom 2  
House High Tom 1  
Reg. Mid Tom  
Reg. High Tom Flm  
Sharp High Tom 3  
Sharp High Tom 2  
R&B Crash Cymbal  
Sharp High Tom 1  
Pop Ride Cymbal 1  
R&B Chinese Cym  
R&B Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
TR909 Ride  
Cha Cha Cowbell  
House Crash Cymbal  
Vibraslap  
Pop Ride Cymbal 2  
House Bongo Hi  
House Bongo Lo  
House Conga Hi  
House Conga Mt  
House Conga Lo  
Timbale Hi  
C3 48  
50  
49  
51  
Pop Crash Cymbal 1  
Reg. High Tom  
Pop RideCymbal 1  
Pop Chinese Cymbal  
Pop Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Pop Splash Cymbal  
Cha Cha Cowbell  
Pop Crash Cymbal 2  
Vibraslap  
Pop RideCymbal 2  
Bongo Hi  
Bongo Lo  
Conga Mute  
Conga Hi  
House Crash Cymbal  
House High Tom 2  
House Ride Cymbal  
Reverse Cymbal  
House Ride Bell  
ShakeTambourine  
House Splash Cymbal  
House Cowbell  
HouseCrash Cymbal  
Vibraslap  
Pop Ride Cymbal 2  
House Bongo Hi  
House Bongo Lo  
House Conga Hi  
House Conga Mt  
House Conga Lo  
Timbale Hi  
52  
53  
54  
56  
58  
55  
57  
59  
Pop Ride Cymbal 1  
Bongo Hi  
Bongo Lo  
Conga Mute  
Conga Hi  
Conga Lo  
Timbale Hi  
Timbale Lo  
C4 60  
62  
61  
63  
Bongo Lo  
Conga Mute  
Conga Hi  
Conga Lo  
Timbale Hi  
Timbale Lo  
Agogo Bell Hi  
Agogo Bell Lo  
Shaker 2  
64  
Conga Lo  
Timbale Hi  
Timbale Lo  
Agogo Bell Hi  
Agogo Bell Lo  
Shaker 2  
65  
66  
68  
70  
Timbale Lo  
Timbale Lo  
Agogo Bell Hi  
Agogo Bell Lo  
Cabasa  
Agogo Bell Hi  
Agogo Bell Lo  
Shaker 2  
Agogo Bell Hi  
Agogo Bell Lo  
Cabasa  
67  
69  
Shaker 3  
Shaker 3  
Shaker 3  
House Maracas  
House Maracas  
71  
Whistle Short  
Whistle Long  
Guiro Short  
Guiro Long  
Claves  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Cuica Mute  
Cuica Open  
Triangle Mt  
Triangle Op  
Cabasa  
Jingle Bell  
Wind Chime  
Castanets  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Open  
Cana  
Flamenco Timbale Hi  
Flamenco Timbale Lo  
Flamenco Timbale Flam  
Shaker 1  
Shaker 2  
Bongo Lo Mt  
Grit Snare  
Jungle Snare 1  
Reg.Stick  
Titan Snare  
Old Kick  
Pop Kick  
[EXC2]  
Whistle Short  
Whistle Long  
Guiro Short  
Guiro Long  
Claves  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Cuica Mute  
Cuica Open  
Triangle Mt  
Triangle Op  
Cabasa  
Jingle Bell  
Wind Chime  
Castanets  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Open  
Cana  
Flamenco Timbale Hi  
Flamenco Timbale Lo  
Flamenco Timbale Flam  
Shaker 1  
Shaker 2  
Bongo Lo Mt  
LoFi Snare  
Jungle Snare 1  
Rock Side Stick  
Rock Snare 2  
Old Kick  
Pop Kick  
Rock Kick  
[EXC2]  
Whistle Short  
Whistle Long  
Guiro Short  
Guiro Long  
Claves  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Cuica Mute  
Cuica Open  
Triangle Mt  
Triangle Op  
Cabasa  
Jingle Bell  
Wind Chime  
Castanets  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Open  
Cana  
[EXC2]  
Whistle Short  
Whistle Long  
Guiro Short  
Guiro Long  
House Claves  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Hoo Hi  
Hoo Lo  
Triangle Mt  
Triangle Op  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
[EXC2]  
Whistle Short  
Whistle Long  
Guiro Short  
Guiro Long  
House Claves  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Hoo Hi  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
C5 72  
74  
73  
75  
76  
77  
78  
80  
82  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
Hoo Lo  
79  
Electric Triangle Mt [EXC5]  
Electric Triangle Op[EXC5]  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Wind Chime  
81  
83  
Wind Chime  
Castanets  
C6 84  
86  
85  
87  
Castanets  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Open  
Tambourine  
Tambourine  
Cabasa Up  
Cabasa Down  
Shaker 1  
Shaker 2  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Open  
Cana  
Flamenco Timbale Hi  
Flamenco Timbale Lo  
Flamenco Timbale Flam  
Shaker 1  
Shaker 2  
Bongo Lo Mt  
LoFi Snare  
Jungle Snare 1  
R&B Side Stick 2  
Analog Snare  
TR808 Kick 1  
TR808 Kick 2  
Jungle Kick  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
88  
Flamenco Timbale Hi  
Flamenco Timbale Lo  
Flamenco Timbale Flam  
Shaker 1  
89  
90  
92  
94  
91  
93  
Shaker 2  
Bongo Lo Mt  
Jazz Snare 1  
Jazz Snare 2  
Jazz Snare Swing  
Jazz Swish  
Old Kick  
Jazz Kick 1  
Jazz Kick 2  
Analog Kick 1  
Jazz Tap 1  
Jazz Tap 2  
Pop Snare Swing  
Slappy  
Wah Gtr Noise 1  
Wah Gtr Noise 2  
Bongo Lo Mt  
Grit Snare  
95  
Jungle Snare 1  
R&B Side Stick 2  
Analog Snare  
HipHop Kick  
TR808 Kick 1  
TR808 Kick 2  
Techno Kick  
Rock Snare Dry  
Electric Snare  
Jungle Snare 2  
Vinyl Noise  
96  
98  
C7  
97  
99  
100  
101  
Rock Kick  
102  
104  
106  
Analog Kick 1  
Rock Snare Dry  
Electric Snare  
Reg. Snare Ghost  
Slappy  
Analog Kick 1  
Rock Snare Dry  
Electric Snare  
Rock Snare Ghost  
Slappy  
Techno Kick  
103  
105  
Rock Snare Dry  
Electric Snare  
Jungle Snare 2  
Slappy  
Wah Gtr Noise 1  
Wah Gtr Noise 2  
107  
108  
Wah Gtr Noise 1  
Wah Gtr Noise 2  
Wah Gtr Noise 1  
Wah Gtr Noise 2  
Wah Gtr Noise 1  
Wah Gtr Noise 2  
C8  
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GM2 STANDARD  
GM2 ROOM  
GM2 POWER  
GM2 ELECTRIC  
21  
23  
24  
26  
28  
29  
31  
33  
35  
36  
38  
40  
41  
43  
45  
47  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Mix Kick  
Standard KK1  
Side Stick  
Standard SN2  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 7  
Room Tom 5  
Close HiHat2  
Room Tom 6  
Pedal HiHat2  
Room Tom 2  
Open HiHat2  
Room Tom 2  
Rock Tom 1  
Crash Cym.1  
Rock Tom 1  
Ride Cymbal  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
22  
25  
27  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Jazz Kick 1  
Mix Kick  
Side Stick  
Standard SN1  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 3  
Real Tom 6  
Close HiHat2  
Real Tom 6  
Pedal HiHat2  
Real Tom 4  
Open HiHat2  
Real Tom 4  
Real Tom 1  
Crash Cym.1  
Real Tom 1  
Ride Cymbal  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
30  
32  
34  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Standard KK1  
Power Kick1  
Side Stick  
Dance Snare1  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 4  
Room Tom 5  
Close HiHat2  
Room Tom 6  
Pedal HiHat2  
Room Tom 2  
Open HiHat2  
Room Tom 2  
Rock Tom 1  
Crash Cym.1  
Rock Tom 1  
Ride Cymbal  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Power Kick1  
Elec Kick 1  
Side Stick  
Elec. Snare  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 2  
Synth Drum 2  
Close HiHat2  
Synth Drum 2  
Pedal HiHat2  
Synth Drum 2  
Open HiHat2  
Synth Drum 2  
Synth Drum 2  
Crash Cym.1  
Synth Drum 2  
Ride Cymbal  
ReverseCymbl  
Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
C2  
37  
39  
42  
44  
46  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
C3 48  
50  
49  
51  
52  
53  
54  
56  
58  
55  
57  
59  
C4 60  
62  
61  
63  
64  
65  
66  
68  
70  
67  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
69  
71  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
C5 72  
74  
73  
75  
76  
77  
78  
80  
82  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
79  
81  
83  
C6 84  
86  
85  
87  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
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GM2 ANALOG  
GM2 JAZZ  
GM2 BRUSH  
GM2 ORCHSTRA  
GM2 SFX  
21  
23  
24  
26  
28  
29  
31  
33  
35  
36  
38  
40  
41  
43  
45  
47  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
-----  
22  
25  
27  
Close HiHat2  
Pedal HiHat2  
Open HiHat2  
Ride Cymbal3  
Sticks  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Concert BD  
Mix Kick  
Side Stick  
Concert Snr  
Castanets  
Concert Snr  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Timpani  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
Con.Cymbal2  
Vibraslap  
Concert Cym.  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
30  
32  
34  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
TR-808 Kick2  
TR-808 Kick  
808 Rimshot  
808 Snare 1  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 6  
808 Tom 2  
TR-808 CHH  
808 Tom 2  
808__chh  
808 Tom 2  
TR-808 OHH  
808 Tom 2  
808 Tom 2  
808 Crash  
808 Tom 2  
Ride Cymbal  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
808cowbe  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
808 Conga  
808 Conga  
808 Conga  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Jazz Kick 2  
Jazz Kick 1  
Side Stick  
Standard SN3  
909 HandClap  
Elec Snare 5  
Real Tom 6  
Close HiHat2  
Real Tom 6  
Pedal HiHat2  
Real Tom 4  
Open HiHat2  
Real Tom 4  
Real Tom 1  
Crash Cym.1  
Real Tom 1  
Ride Cymbal  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell 3  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Jazz Kick 2  
Jazz Kick 1  
Side Stick  
Brush Swirl  
Brush Slap1  
Brush Swirl  
Brash Tom 2  
Close HiHat3  
Brash Tom 2  
Pedal HiHat3  
Brash Tom 2  
Open HiHat3  
Brash Tom 2  
Brash Tom 2  
Crash Cym.3  
Brash Tom 2  
Ride Cymbal2  
ChinaCymbal  
Ride Bell 2  
Tambourine  
Splash Cym.  
Cowbell  
C2  
37  
39  
-----  
-----  
High-Q  
Slap  
ScratchPush  
ScratchPull  
Sticks  
[EXC7]  
[EXC7]  
42  
44  
46  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
[EXC1]  
SquareClick  
Mtrnm.Click  
Mtrnm. Bell  
Gt.FretNoiz  
Gt.CutNoise  
Gt.CutNoise  
String Slap  
Fl.KeyClick  
Laughing  
Screaming  
Punch  
Heart Beat  
Footsteps  
Footsteps  
Applause  
Creaking  
Door  
Scratch  
Wind Chimes  
Car-Engine  
Car-Stop  
Car-Pass  
Car-Crash  
Siren  
C3 48  
50  
49  
51  
52  
53  
54  
56  
58  
55  
57  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
Crash Cym.2  
Vibraslap  
59  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
Ride Cymbal4  
Bongo High  
Bongo Lo  
Mute H.Conga  
Conga Hi Opn  
Conga Lo Opn  
High Timbale  
Low Timbale  
Agogo  
C4 60  
62  
61  
63  
64  
65  
66  
68  
70  
67  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Agogo  
Cabasa  
Maracas  
Train  
69  
Jetplane  
Helicopter  
Starship  
Gun Shot  
Machine Gun  
Lasergun  
Explosion  
Dog  
HorseGallop  
Bird  
Rain  
Thunder  
Wind  
Seashore  
Stream  
Bubble  
-----  
808marac  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
808clave  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
71  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
-----  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
ShrtWhistle  
LongWhistle  
Short Guiro  
Long Guiro  
Claves  
Woodblock  
Woodblock  
Mute Cuica  
Open Cuica  
MuteTriangl  
OpenTriangl  
Shaker  
Jingle Bell  
Bell Tree  
Castanets  
Mute Surdo  
Open Surdo  
Applause  
[EXC2]  
[EXC2]  
[EXC3]  
[EXC3]  
C5 72  
74  
73  
75  
76  
77  
78  
80  
82  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC4]  
[EXC5]  
[EXC5]  
79  
81  
83  
C6 84  
86  
85  
87  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
[EXC6]  
-----  
-----  
-----  
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Rhythm Pattern List  
No.  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
013  
014  
015  
016  
017  
018  
019  
020  
021  
022  
023  
024  
025  
026  
027  
028  
029  
030  
031  
032  
033  
034  
035  
036  
037  
038  
039  
040  
041  
042  
043  
044  
045  
046  
047  
048  
049  
050  
051  
052  
053  
054  
055  
056  
057  
058  
059  
060  
061  
062  
063  
064  
065  
Rhythm Pattern  
R&B Pop 1  
R&B Pop 2  
R&B 1  
066  
067  
068  
069  
070  
071  
072  
073  
074  
075  
076  
077  
078  
079  
080  
081  
082  
083  
084  
085  
086  
087  
088  
089  
090  
091  
092  
093  
094  
095  
096  
097  
098  
099  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
128  
129  
130  
R&B 9  
R&B 10  
R&B 11  
R&B 12  
R&B 13  
R&B 14  
R&B 15  
R&B 16  
R&B 17  
R&B 18  
Funk 1  
Funk 2  
131  
132  
133  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
141  
142  
143  
144  
145  
146  
147  
148  
149  
150  
151  
152  
153  
154  
155  
156  
157  
158  
159  
160  
161  
162  
163  
164  
165  
166  
167  
168  
169  
170  
171  
172  
173  
174  
175  
176  
177  
178  
179  
180  
181  
182  
183  
184  
185  
Rhumba  
Mambo 1  
Mambo 2  
Merengue  
Power Fusion 1  
Power Fusion 2  
Rock 3  
Rock 4  
Rock 5  
Rock 6  
Rock 7  
Rock 8  
Rock 9  
Rock 10  
Rock 11  
Rock 12  
Rock 13  
Rock 14  
Rock 15  
R&B 2  
Shuffle Pop 1  
Shuffle Pop 2  
Latin Pop 1  
Latin Pop 2  
Jazz Brush 1  
Jazz Waltz  
Ballad 1  
Ballad 2  
Rock 1  
Rock 2  
Back Beat 1  
Back Beat 2  
Elec Dance 1  
Elec Dance 2  
Pop 1  
Pop 2  
Pop 3  
Pop 4  
8Beat Pop 1  
8Beat Pop 2  
8Beat Pop 3  
8Bt Fusion 1  
8Bt Fusion 2  
Pop Funk 1  
Pop Funk 2  
Pop Funk 3  
Pop Funk 4  
Pop Funk 5  
Pop Funk 6  
Pop Funk 7  
Pop Funk 8  
16Beat Pop 1  
16Beat Pop 2  
16Beat Pop 3  
16Bt Fusion 1  
16Bt Fusion 2  
16Bt Fusion 3  
Shuffle Pop 3  
Shuffle Pop 4  
Shuffle Pop 5  
Shuffle Pop 6  
Shuffle Pop 7  
West Coast  
Motown  
R&B Pop 3  
R&B Pop 4  
R&B Pop 5  
Back Beat 3  
Back Beat 4  
Back Beat 5  
Back Beat 6  
Back Beat 7  
Back Beat 8  
Back Beat 9  
Back Beat 10  
R&B 3  
Funk 3  
8Beat Rock 1  
8Beat Rock 2  
8Beat Rock 3  
16Beat Rock 1  
16Beat Rock 2  
Ballad 3  
Piano Ballad  
Rockaballad  
Blue Grass  
Combo 1  
Combo 2  
Fast Swing 1  
Fast Swing 2  
Swing 1  
Swing 2  
Swing 3  
Jazz Brush 2  
Free Jazz  
Jazz 1  
Jazz 2  
Jazz 3  
Jazz 4  
Jazz 5  
Jazz 6  
Jazz 7  
Jazz 8  
Jazz 9  
Jazz 10  
Blues 1  
Blues 2  
Gospel 1  
Gospel 2  
Polka 1  
Rock 16  
Rock 17  
Rock 18  
Rock 19  
Rock 20  
Progressive  
Elec Dance 3  
Elec Dance 4  
Elec Dance 5  
Elec Dance 6  
Elec Dance 7  
Elec Dance 8  
Elec Dance 9  
Elec Dance 10  
Acid Jazz  
Techno  
Hip Hop  
House  
Jungle  
Dance  
Pop Waltz 1  
Pop Waltz 2  
Pop Waltz 3  
Pop Waltz 4  
Simple Waltz 1  
Simple Waltz 2  
3/4 Brush  
5/4 Fusion  
5/4 Swing  
5/8 Progress  
6/4 Fusion  
6/8 Progress  
6/8 Swing  
7/4 Fusion  
7/4 Swing  
7/8 Progress  
Polka 2  
Latin Pop 3  
Latin Pop 4  
Latin Pop 5  
Latin Pop 6  
Latin Pop 7  
Latin Pop 8  
Latin Pop 9  
Latin Pop 10  
Latin Pop 11  
Bossa Nova 1  
Bossa Nova 2  
Bossa Nova 3  
Fast Bossa  
Pop Bossa  
Salsa 1  
R&B 4  
R&B 5  
R&B 6  
R&B 7  
Salsa 2  
Samba 1  
Samba 2  
R&B 8  
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Setup List  
Selecting Stored Settings ([SETUP]) (p. 34)  
“RHY:”  
These Setups let you enjoy performing with a session-like feel while playing a Rhythm.  
Be sure to check it out. For more on Rhythms, refer to Playing Rhythm ([RHYTHM]) (p. 32).  
[PIANO]  
[STRINGS/PAD]  
S.41 Phaser Pad  
[VOICE/SYNTH]  
S.71 RHY:Trance  
S.72 Large Choir  
S.73 RHY:Piano/EP  
S.74 Humanizer  
S.11 Piano&Pad 1  
S.12 RHY:Jazz Trio1  
S.13 Bright Pad  
S.14 3D Effect  
S.42 RHY:Bigband  
S.43 Strings&Winds  
S.44 RHY:Swing Vibe  
[E.PIANO]  
[GUITAR/BASS]  
S.51 RHY: Rock  
S.52 Synth Brass  
S.53 RHY:Jazz Trio3  
S.54 Warm Pad  
[RHY/GM2]  
S.21 RHY:Jazz Trio2  
S.22 Harpsi/Strings  
S.23 RHY:Latin  
S.24 Piano&Pad 2  
S.81 RD SETUP  
S.82 RD SETUP  
S.83 RD SETUP  
S.84 RD SETUP  
[ORGAN]  
[BRASS/WINDS]  
S.61 Orchestra  
S.31 Organ Split  
S.32 RHY:Jazz Funk  
S.33 Cathedral  
S.62 Flute/E.Piano  
S.63 RHY:SwingPop  
S.64 Comp Piano  
S.34 RHY: R&B Groove  
*
Setup No. 81–84 (RD SETUP) include the “Basic Setup.” Use this when creating Setups from scratch.  
Shortcut List  
You can easily change settings for the following functions using a number of related buttons.  
*
“[A] + [B]” indicates that you are to hold down [A] and press [B].  
What to do  
Operation  
Page  
p. 30  
p. 27  
p. 41  
p. 28  
Changing the Sound Controller Type  
Changing the Reverb Depth  
Changing the Reverb Depth for Each Tone  
[SOUND CONTROL] + [INC/DEC]  
[REVERB] + [INC/DEC]  
[REVERB] + [ZONE LEVEL SLIDER]  
[MULTI EFFECTS] + [INC/DEC]  
Changing the Amount of Multi-effects Ap-  
plied  
Changing the Amount of Transposition  
p. 25  
[TRANSPOSE] + [INC/DEC]  
[TRANSPOSE] + Key  
Changing Rhythm Patterns  
p. 32  
p. 33  
p. 23  
[RHYTHM] + [INC/DEC]  
Changing the Rhythm Pattern Volume Level  
Changing the Split Point Key  
[RHYTHM] + [ZONE LEVEL SLIDER]  
[SPLIT] + [INC/DEC]  
[SPLIT] + Key  
Switching V-LINK On and Off  
Changing the Reverb Type  
Changing the Multi-effects Type  
Switching MIDI TX On and Off  
Changing the Rhythm Tempo  
Changing the Key Touch  
p. 51  
p. 27  
p. 29  
p. 47  
p. 33  
p. 26  
[SHIFT] + [SOUND CONTROL]  
[SHIFT] + [REVERB]  
[SHIFT] + [MULTI EFFECTS]  
[SHIFT] + [MIDI TX]  
[SHIFT] + [RHYTHM]  
[SHIFT] + [LOWER SELECT]  
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MIDI Implementation Chart  
DIGITAL PIANO  
Date : Oct. 20, 2004  
Version : 1.00  
Model RD-300SX  
MIDI Implementation Chart  
Transmitted  
Recognized  
Remarks  
Function...  
Basic  
Channel  
Default  
Changed  
1
1
1–16  
1–16  
16  
Default  
Messages  
Altered  
Mode 3  
x
Mode 3  
Mode 3, 4(M=1)  
* 1  
Mode  
**************  
Note  
Number :  
0–127  
**************  
0–127  
0–127  
True Voice  
Note ON  
Note OFF  
O
x
O
x
Velocity  
8n v=64  
After  
Touch  
Key’s  
Ch’s  
x
x
O
O
Pitch Bend  
O
O
0, 32  
1
Bank select  
Modulation  
Portamento time  
Data entry  
O
O
x
O
O
5
O
6, 38  
7
x
O
Volume  
O
O
O
O
x
O
10  
11  
64  
65  
66  
67  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
84  
91  
93  
Panpot  
O
Expression  
Hold 1  
O
O
Portamento  
Sostenuto  
O
O
O
x
O
Control  
Change  
Soft  
O
Resonance  
Release time  
Attack time  
Cutoff  
O
x
O
x
O
x
O
Decay time  
Vibrato rate  
Vibrato depth  
Vibrato delay  
Portamento control  
Effect1 depth  
Effect3 depth  
NRPN LSB, MSB  
RPN LSB, MSB  
x
O
x
O
x
O
x
O
x
O
O
O
x
O (Reverb)  
O (Chorus)  
98, 99  
100, 101  
x
x
O
Prog  
Change  
0–127  
**************  
O
0–127  
: True Number  
Program number 1–128  
System Exclusive  
O
O
: Song Pos  
: Song Sel  
: Tune  
x
x
x
x
x
x
System  
Common  
System  
Real Time  
: Clock  
: Commands  
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
O
x
O (120, 126, 127)  
: All sound off  
O
:
Reset all controllers  
Aux  
Message  
x
: Local Control  
: All Notes OFF  
: Active Sense  
: Reset  
O (123–125)  
O
x
* 1 Recognized as M=1 even if M1.  
Notes  
Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY  
Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO  
O : Yes  
X : No  
Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO  
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Main Specifications  
RD-300SX: Digital Piano (Conforms to General MIDI 2 System)  
Keyboard  
Dimensions  
88 keys (Compact Progressive Hammer Action Keyboard)  
1,408 (W) x 336 (D) x 134 (H) mm  
55-7/16 (W) x 13-1/4 (D) x 5-5/16 (H) inches  
Part  
Weight  
16 Parts  
15.5 kg / 34 lbs 3 oz  
Maximum Polyphony  
Accessories  
128 voices  
Owner’s Manual  
Wave Memory  
USB Installation guide  
CD-ROM (Roland Digital USB Driver)  
Damper Pedal (DP-8)  
AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)  
Power Cord  
64 M bytes (16-bit linear equivalent)  
Tones  
Normal Tones:  
70  
256  
5
General MIDI 2 Tones:  
Rhythm Sets:  
Options  
General MIDI 2 Rhythm Sets:  
9
Keyboard Stand: KS-12  
Pedal Switch:  
Damper Pedal:  
Foot Switch:  
DP-2  
Setups  
DP-8  
32  
BOSS FS-5U,  
FS-6 (TRS phone jacks cannot be used.)  
Effects  
Expression Pedal: EV-5, EV-7  
MIDI Implementation  
Multi-Effects:  
78 types  
4 types  
Reverb:  
Sound Control  
2-band Digital Equalizer  
962a  
*
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or  
appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.  
Rhythm Pattern  
185 styles  
Controllers  
Zone Level slider x 2  
Equalizer knobs  
Pitch Bend/Modulation lever  
Display  
7 segments, 3 characters (LED)  
Connectors  
Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type  
Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type  
Pedal Jacks (DAMPER, CONTROL): 1/4 inch TRS phone type  
MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)  
USB Connector (MIDI)  
DC IN Jack  
Power Supply  
DC 9 V (AC adaptor)  
Power Consumption  
11 W  
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A
Attack Time .................................................................... 41  
Fine Tune ........................................................................ 42  
B
Bend Range .................................................................... 42  
Bulk Dump  
Ground Terminal ........................................................... 10  
C
Connecting  
Pedals ........................................................................ 12  
Power Cord .............................................................. 11  
Key Transpose ............................................................... 43  
D
Damper Pedal Switch ................................................... 43  
DC In jack ....................................................................... 10  
Decay Time ..................................................................... 41  
M
Modulation Lever ...................................................... 9, 30  
Multi Effects ................................................................... 40  
Depth ......................................................................... 28  
Rotary Effect ............................................................. 29  
Type ........................................................................... 29  
E
Edit  
Tone Parameter ........................................................ 41  
Utility ......................................................................... 44  
Zone Parameter ........................................................ 42  
Effects List ...................................................................... 55  
ENTER .............................................................................. 9  
EQUALIZER .............................................................. 9, 31  
Error Messages .............................................................. 59  
EXIT ................................................................................... 9  
O
ONE TOUCH ................................................................... 9  
OUTPUT R/L(MONO) Jacks ...................................... 10  
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Index  
P
Part ............................................................................ 16, 43  
Pitch ........................................................................... 30, 38  
Pitch Bend Lever ............................................................. 9  
Polarity  
Tempo  
TONE SELECT Buttons .................................................. 9  
Tonic ................................................................................ 38  
R
Restoring ......................................................................... 45  
Reverb Effect  
USB Driver ................................................................ 39, 50  
USB Mode ....................................................................... 50  
RHYTHM ................................................................... 9, 32  
Rhythm  
WRITE ......................................................................... 9, 35  
ZONE LEVEL Sliders ............................................... 9, 24  
Zone Parameter ............................................................. 42  
S
Single Mode ................................................................... 20  
SOUND CONTROL .................................................. 9, 30  
Sound Generator Section .............................................. 16  
SPLIT ........................................................................... 9, 22  
Split Mode ................................................................ 20, 22  
Split Point ....................................................................... 23  
Stretch Tune ................................................................... 38  
System ............................................................................. 37  
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For the U.K.  
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.  
BLUE:  
NEUTRAL  
BROWN: LIVE  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying  
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.  
For EU Countries  
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.  
For the USA  
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.  
For Canada  
NOTICE  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
AVIS  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
For the USA  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Compliance Information Statement  
Model Name :  
Type of Equipment :  
Responsible Party :  
Address :  
RD-300SX  
Digital Piano  
Roland Corporation U.S.  
5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938, U. S. A.  
(323) 890 3700  
Telephone :  
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Information  
When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland  
distributor in your country as shown below.  
PHILIPPINES  
COSTA RICA  
TRINIDAD  
NORWAY  
JORDAN  
AFRICA  
G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.  
339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue  
Makati, Metro Manila 1200,  
PHILIPPINES  
JUAN Bansbach Instrumentos  
Musicales  
AMR Ltd  
Roland Scandinavia Avd.  
AMMAN Trading Agency  
245 Prince Mohammad St.,  
Amman 1118, JORDAN  
TEL: (06) 464-1200  
Ground Floor  
Kontor Norge  
EGYPT  
Al Fanny Trading Office  
9, EBN Hagar A1 Askalany  
Street,  
ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis,  
Cairo 11341, EGYPT  
TEL: 20-2-417-1828  
Maritime Plaza  
Barataria Trinidad W.I.  
TEL: (868)638 6385  
Ave.1. Calle 11, Apartado 10237,  
San Jose, COSTA RICA  
TEL: 258-0211  
Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95  
Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo  
NORWAY  
TEL: (02) 899 9801  
KUWAIT  
EASA HUSAIN AL-YOUSIFI  
& SONS CO.  
Abdullah Salem Street,  
Safat, KUWAIT  
TEL: 2273 0074  
SINGAPORE  
SWEE LEE MUSIC  
COMPANY PTE. LTD.  
150 Sims Drive,  
SINGAPORE 387381  
TEL: 6846-3676  
URUGUAY  
Todo Musica S.A.  
Francisco Acuna de Figueroa  
1771  
C.P.: 11.800  
Montevideo, URUGUAY  
TEL: (02) 924-2335  
CURACAO  
Zeelandia Music Center Inc.  
Orionweg 30  
Curacao, Netherland Antilles  
TEL:(305)5926866  
POLAND  
MX MUSIC SP.Z.O.O.  
UL. Gibraltarska 4.  
PL-03664 Warszawa POLAND  
TEL: (022) 679 44 19  
REUNION  
TEL: 243-6399  
Maison FO - YAM Marcel  
25 Rue Jules Hermann,  
Chaudron - BP79 97 491  
Ste Clotilde Cedex,  
LEBANON  
Chahine S.A.L.  
Gerge Zeidan St., Chahine  
Bldg., Achrafieh, P.O.Box: 16-  
5857  
Beirut, LEBANON  
TEL: (01) 20-1441  
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC  
Instrumentos Fernando Giraldez  
Calle Proyecto Central No.3  
Ens.La Esperilla  
Santo Domingo,  
Dominican Republic  
TEL:(809) 683 0305  
PORTUGAL  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Portugal Office  
Cais das Pedras, 8/9-1 Dto  
4050-465, Porto, PORTUGAL  
TEL: 22 608 00 60  
CRISTOFORI MUSIC PTE LTD  
Blk 3014, Bedok Industrial Park E,  
#02-2148, SINGAPORE 489980  
TEL: 6243-9555  
VENEZUELA  
Instrumentos Musicales  
Allegro,C.A.  
Av.las industrias edf.Guitar  
REUNION ISLAND  
TEL: (0262) 218-429  
SOUTH AFRICA  
That Other Music Shop(PTY)Ltd.  
11 Melle St., Braamfontein,  
Johannesbourg,  
SOUTH AFRICA  
TEL: (011) 403 4105  
TAIWAN  
ROLAND TAIWAN  
ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.  
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung  
Shan N.Road Sec.2, Taipei,  
TAIWAN, R.O.C.  
import  
#7 zona Industrial de Turumo  
Caracas, Venezuela  
TEL: (212) 244-1122  
ROMANIA  
FBS LINES  
Piata Libertatii 1,  
535500 Gheorgheni,  
ROMANIA  
OMAN  
ECUADOR  
Mas Musika  
Rumichaca 822 y Zaruma  
Guayaquil - Ecuador  
TALENTZ CENTRE L.L.C.  
P.O. BOX 37, MUSCAT,  
POSTAL CODE 113  
TEL: 931-3705  
FAX: (011) 403 1234  
EUROPE  
TEL:(593-4)2302364  
TEL: (02) 2561 3339  
TEL: (266) 364 609  
Paul Bothner(PTY)Ltd.  
17 Werdmuller Centre,  
Main Road, Claremont 7708  
SOUTH AFRICA  
QATAR  
Al Emadi Co. (Badie Studio &  
Stores)  
P.O. Box 62, Doha, QATAR  
TEL: 4423-554  
EL SALVADOR  
OMNI MUSIC  
75 Avenida Norte y Final  
Alameda Juan Pablo II,  
Edificio No.4010 San Salvador,  
EL SALVADOR  
THAILAND  
AUSTRIA  
Roland Elektronische  
Musikinstrumente HmbH.  
RUSSIA  
MuTek  
3-Bogatyrskaya Str. 1.k.l  
107 564 Moscow, RUSSIA  
TEL: (095) 169 5043  
Theera Music Co. , Ltd.  
330 Verng NakornKasem, Soi 2,  
Bangkok 10100, THAILAND  
TEL: (02) 2248821  
TEL: (021) 674 4030  
Austrian Office  
Eduard-Bodem-Gasse 8,  
A-6020 Innsbruck, AUSTRIA  
TEL: (0512) 26 44 260  
SAUDI ARABIA  
aDawliah Universal  
Electronics APL  
Corniche Road, Aldossary  
Bldg., 1st Floor, Alkhobar,  
SAUDI ARABIA  
VIETNAM  
Saigon Music  
Suite DP-8  
40 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan Street  
Hochiminh City, VIETNAM  
TEL: (08) 930-1969  
TEL: 262-0788  
SPAIN  
ASIA  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Paseo García Faria, 33-35  
08005 Barcelona SPAIN  
TEL: 93 493 91 00  
GUATEMALA  
BELGIUM/FRANCE/  
HOLLAND/  
LUXEMBOURG  
Roland Central Europe N.V.  
Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel  
(Westerlo) BELGIUM  
CHINA  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road  
Shanghai 200090, CHINA  
TEL: (021) 5580-0800  
Casa Instrumental  
Calzada Roosevelt 34-01,zona 11  
Ciudad de Guatemala  
Guatemala  
SWEDEN  
P.O.Box 2154, Alkhobar 31952  
SAUDI ARABIA  
TEL: (03) 898 2081  
TEL:(502) 599-2888  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
SWEDISH SALES OFFICE  
Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.  
S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN  
TEL: (0)8 702 00 20  
HONDURAS  
Almacen Pajaro Azul S.A. de C.V.  
BO.Paz Barahona  
3 Ave.11 Calle S.O  
San Pedro Sula, Honduras  
TEL: (504) 553-2029  
AUSTRALIA/  
NEW ZEALAND  
TEL: (014) 575811  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
(BEIJING OFFICE)  
10F. No.18 3 Section Anhuaxili  
Chaoyang District Beijing  
100011 CHINA  
SYRIA  
Technical Light & Sound  
Center  
Rawda, Abdul Qader Jazairi St.  
Bldg. No. 21, P.O.BOX 13520,  
Damascus, SYRIA  
CZECH REP.  
K-AUDIO  
Kardasovska 626.  
CZ-198 00 Praha 9,  
CZECH REP.  
AUSTRALIA/  
SWITZERLAND  
Roland (Switzerland) AG  
Landstrasse 5, Postfach,  
CH-4452 Itingen,  
SWITZERLAND  
TEL: (061) 927-8383  
NEW ZEALAND  
Roland Corporation  
Australia Pty.,Ltd.  
38 Campbell Avenue  
Dee Why West. NSW 2099  
AUSTRALIA  
MARTINIQUE  
Musique & Son  
Z.I.Les Mangle  
97232 Le Lamantin  
Martinique F.W.I.  
TEL: 596 596 426860  
TEL: (2) 666 10529  
TEL: (010) 6426-5050  
TEL: (011) 223-5384  
DENMARK  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
(GUANGZHOU OFFICE)  
2/F., No.30 Si You Nan Er Jie  
Yi Xiang, Wu Yang Xin Cheng,  
Guangzhou 510600, CHINA  
TEL: (020) 8736-0428  
TURKEY  
Ant Muzik Aletleri Ithalat Ve  
Ihracat Ltd Sti  
Siraselviler Caddesi  
Siraselviler Pasaji No:74/20  
Taksim - Istanbul, TURKEY  
TEL: (0212) 2449624  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,  
DK-2100 Copenhagen  
DENMARK  
UKRAINE  
TIC-TAC  
Mira Str. 19/108  
P.O. Box 180  
295400 Munkachevo,  
UKRAINE  
TEL: (03131) 414-40  
For Australia  
Tel: (02) 9982 8266  
For New Zealand  
Tel: (09) 3098 715  
Gigamusic SARL  
10 Rte De La Folie  
97200 Fort De France  
Martinique F.W.I.  
TEL: 596 596 715222  
TEL: 3916 6200  
FINLAND  
Roland Scandinavia As, Filial  
Finland  
Elannontie 5  
FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND  
TEL: (0)9 68 24 020  
HONG KONG  
Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.  
Service Division  
22-32 Pun Shan Street, Tsuen  
Wan, New Territories,  
HONG KONG  
U.A.E.  
Zak Electronics & Musical  
Instruments Co. L.L.C.  
Zabeel Road, Al Sherooq Bldg.,  
No. 14, Grand Floor, Dubai,  
U.A.E.  
CENTRAL/LATIN  
AMERICA  
UNITED KINGDOM  
MEXICO  
Roland (U.K.) Ltd.  
Atlantic Close, Swansea  
Enterprise Park, SWANSEA  
SA7 9FJ,  
Casa Veerkamp, s.a. de c.v.  
Av. Toluca No. 323, Col. Olivar  
de los Padres 01780 Mexico  
D.F. MEXICO  
ARGENTINA  
Instrumentos Musicales S.A.  
Av.Santa Fe 2055  
(1123) Buenos Aires  
ARGENTINA  
TEL: (011) 4508-2700  
GERMANY  
Roland Elektronische  
Musikinstrumente HmbH.  
Oststrasse 96, 22844  
Norderstedt, GERMANY  
TEL: (040) 52 60090  
TEL: 2415 0911  
TEL: (04) 3360715  
UNITED KINGDOM  
TEL: (01792) 702701  
TEL: (55) 5668-6699  
Parsons Music Ltd.  
NICARAGUA  
Bansbach Instrumentos  
Musicales Nicaragua  
Altamira D'Este Calle Principal  
de la Farmacia 5ta.Avenida  
1 Cuadra al Lago.#503  
Managua, Nicaragua  
8th Floor, Railway Plaza, 39  
Chatham Road South, T.S.T,  
Kowloon, HONG KONG  
TEL: 2333 1863  
NORTH AMERICA  
MIDDLE EAST  
BARBADOS  
GREECE  
STOLLAS S.A.  
Music Sound Light  
155, New National Road  
Patras 26442, GREECE  
TEL: 2610 435400  
CANADA  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
(Head Office)  
5480 Parkwood Way  
Richmond B. C., V6V 2M4  
CANADA  
A&B Music Supplies LTD  
12 Webster Industrial Park  
Wildey, St.Michael, Barbados  
TEL: (246)430-1100  
INDIA  
Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.  
409, Nirman Kendra  
Mahalaxmi Flats Compound  
Off. Dr. Edwin Moses Road,  
Mumbai-400011, INDIA  
TEL: (022) 2493 9051  
BAHRAIN  
Moon Stores  
No.16, Bab Al Bahrain Avenue,  
P.O.Box 247, Manama 304,  
State of BAHRAIN  
TEL: (505)277-2557  
BRAZIL  
Roland Brasil Ltda.  
Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B  
Parque Industrial San Jose  
Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL  
TEL: (011) 4615 5666  
PANAMA  
TEL: (604) 270 6626  
SUPRO MUNDIAL, S.A.  
Boulevard Andrews, Albrook,  
Panama City, REP. DE  
PANAMA  
TEL: 17 211 005  
HUNGARY  
Roland East Europe Ltd.  
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83  
H-2046 Torokbalint,  
HUNGARY  
CYPRUS  
Radex Sound Equipment Ltd.  
17, Diagorou Street, Nicosia,  
CYPRUS  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
(Toronto Office)  
170 Admiral Boulevard  
Mississauga On L5T 2N6  
CANADA  
INDONESIA  
PT Citra IntiRama  
J1. Cideng Timur No. 15J-150  
Jakarta Pusat  
INDONESIA  
TEL: (021) 6324170  
TEL: 315-0101  
TEL: (23) 511011  
CHILE  
Comercial Fancy II S.A.  
Rut.: 96.919.420-1  
Nataniel Cox #739, 4th Floor  
Santiago - Centro, CHILE  
TEL: (02) 688-9540  
PARAGUAY  
Distribuidora De  
Instrumentos Musicales  
J.E. Olear y ESQ. Manduvira  
Asuncion PARAGUAY  
TEL: (595) 21 492147  
TEL: (022) 66-9426  
TEL: (905) 362 9707  
IRELAND  
Roland Ireland  
G2 Calmount Park, Calmount  
Avenue, Dublin 12  
Republic of IRELAND  
TEL: (01) 4294444  
IRAN  
MOCO INC.  
No.41 Nike St., Dr.Shariyati Ave.,  
Roberoye Cerahe Mirdamad  
Tehran, IRAN  
U. S. A.  
KOREA  
Roland Corporation U.S.  
5100 S. Eastern Avenue  
Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938,  
U. S. A.  
Cosmos Corporation  
1461-9, Seocho-Dong,  
Seocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA  
TEL: (02) 3486-8855  
COLOMBIA  
Centro Musical Ltda.  
Cra 43 B No 25 A 41 Bododega 9  
Medellin, Colombia  
PERU  
Audionet  
Distribuciones Musicales SAC  
Juan Fanning 530  
Miraflores  
TEL: (021) 285-4169  
TEL: (323) 890 3700  
ITALY  
Roland Italy S. p. A.  
Viale delle Industrie 8,  
20020 Arese, Milano, ITALY  
TEL: (02) 937-78300  
ISRAEL  
Halilit P. Greenspoon & Sons  
Ltd.  
8 Retzif Ha'aliya Hashnya St.  
Tel-Aviv-Yafo ISRAEL  
TEL: (03) 6823666  
MALAYSIA  
Roland Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.  
45-1, Block C2, Jalan PJU 1/39,  
Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling  
Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA  
TEL: (03) 7805-3263  
TEL: (574)3812529  
Lima - Peru  
TEL: (511) 4461388  
As of January 15, 2005 (ROLAND)  
03785945  
’05-5-3N  
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