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JP-8000
Music Synthesizer It�s a Fact�
The JP-8000 is a new-generation synthesizer, bridging the gap between analog and digital synths. It uses Roland�s Analog Modeling technology instead of sampled waveforms, in combination with front panel knob and sliders, to create incredible new sounds. � DSP oscillators simulate 7 different analog waveforms � 8-voice polyphony � Keyboard layers & splits � Oscillator sync, cross & ring modulation � 48 arpeggiator styles � 48 recordable RPS patterns � EQ, chorus, flanger, phaser & delay � Sliders and knobs transmit MIDI data � Arpeggiator, LFOs, & effects sync to MIDI � 256 patches & 128 performances � New Super Saw waveform that models 7 saw waves using just one voice of polyphony.

TurboStart
Use the following procedure to select and listen to performances: 1. Press PERFORM/PATCH until �PERFORM� is displayed. 2. Use the BANK/VALUE buttons to select the desired bank�each bank contains eight performances. 3. Use the 1-8 buttons to select the desired performance.

Using the Arpeggiator
1. 2. 3. Select a performance. Hold SHIFT and press PFM COMMON (1). Press PFM COMMON (1) until �Arpeggio Dest� is displayed. Use the DOWN/UP buttons to select LOWER & UPPER if it�s not already selected. 4. Press PFM COMMON until �ARP BEAT PATTERN� is displayed. Use the DOWN/UP 5. 6. 7. 8. buttons to select the desired arpeggio pattern. Press ON/OFF (under Arpeggiator/RPS) so that it�s lit. Play the keyboard to hear the arpeggio. Use the TEMPO knob to adjust the tempo as desired. Press ON/OFF to turn the arpeggiator off.

Initialize
Use this procedure to restore the factory settings: 1. Hold SHIFT and press INIT/UTIL. 2. Press INIT/UTIL until �Initialize [WRITE]� is displayed. 3. Use the DOWN/UP buttons to select FACTORY PRESET, then press WRITE.

Playing RPS Patterns
RPS patterns are short sequences�one to four bars�that are assigned to various notes on the keyboard. There are 48 preset RPS patterns that you can choose from, or you can create your own. RPS settings such as ON/OFF and TEMPO can be stored in each performance. To play an RPS Pattern: 1. Select the desired sound. 2. Press ON/OFF (under Arpeggiator/RPS) so that it�s lit. 3. Press MODE until all three indicators�UP,DOWN, and RND�are lit. 4. Play the keyboard to hear the RPS patterns. To record an RPS Pattern: 1. Hold REC and press the C4 key. 2. Press CLEAR (6) followed by WRITE. 3. Press REC and play the keyboard when �M=1 B=1� is displayed. Press REC when finished. 4. Make sure that ON/OFF is lit and press the C4 key to hear your new RPS pattern.

Playing the ROM Demos
1. 2. 3. Press ARP HOLD and REC simultaneously. Song 1 will begin to play. Use the 1-8 buttons to select a different song. Press EXIT to return to the previous screen.

Selecting Sounds
On the JP-8000, each musical sound that you play is called a �performance.� Each performance contains two patches (upper and lower)�you can play either one, or both. Patch selections for the upper and lower parts, front panel settings, arpeggiator/RPS settings, and a variety of other settings are stored with each performance.

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