DJX Manual

2ModelSerial No.Purchase Date

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION (U.S.A.)This product utilizes batteries or an external powersupply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product toany power supply or adapter other than onedescribed in the manual, on the name plate, orspecifically recommended by Yamaha.

This product should be used only with the compo-nents supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that isrecommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used,please observe all safety markings and instruc-tions that accompany the accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:The information contained in this manual is be-lieved to be correct at the time of printing. How-ever, Yamaha reserves the right to change ormodify any of the specifications without notice orobligation to update existing units.

This product, either alone or in combination withan amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may becapable of producing sound levels that couldcause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operatefor long periods of time at a high volume level orat a level that is uncomfortable. If you experienceany hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you shouldconsult an audiologist. IMPORTANT: The louderthe sound, the shorter the time period beforedamage occurs.

NOTICE:Service charges incurred due to lack of knowledgerelating to how a function or effect works (whenthe unit is operating as designed) are not coveredby the manufacturers warranty, and are thereforethe owners responsibility. Please study thismanual carefully and consult your dealer beforerequesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:Yamaha strives to produce products that are bothuser safe and environmentally friendly. We sin-cerely believe that our products and the produc-tion methods used to produce them, meet thesegoals. In keeping with both the letter and the spiritof the law, we want you to be aware of the follow-ing:

Battery Notice:This product MAY contain a small non-recharge-able battery which (if applicable) is soldered inplace. The average life span of this type of batteryis approximately five years. When replacementbecomes necessary, contact a qualified servicerepresentative to perform the replacement.

This product may also use household type bat-teries. Some of these may be rechargeable. Makesure that the battery being charged is a recharge-able type and that the charger is intended for thebattery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix old batterieswith new, or with batteries of a different type.Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatchesor incorrect installation may result in overheatingand battery case rupture.

Warning:Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate anybattery. Keep all batteries away from children.Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regu-lated by the laws in your area. Note: Check withany retailer of household type batteries in yourarea for battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:Should this product become damaged beyondrepair, or for some reason its useful life is consid-ered to be at an end, please observe all local,state, and federal regulations that relate to thedisposal of products that contain lead, batteries,plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you,please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:The name plate is located on the bottom of theproduct. The model number, serial number, powerrequirements, etc., are located on this plate. Youshould record the model number, serial number,and the date of purchase in the spaces providedbelow and retain this manual as a permanentrecord of your purchase.

92-BP PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

3 Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televi-sions, radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which canaffect proper operation of the other products.

Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might acci-dentally fall over.

Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor and other cables.

When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paintthinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, sincethis might discolor the panel or keyboard.

Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, anddo not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

Use only the stand/rack specified for the instrument. When attaching thestand or rack, use the provided screws only. Failure to do so could causedamage to the internal components or result in the instrument falling over.

Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncom-fortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If youexperience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

n SAVING USER DATA Save all data to an external device such as the Yamaha MIDI Data Filer

MDF3, in order to help prevent the loss of important data due to a mal-function or user operating error.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modi-fications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.

PRECAUTIONSPLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.

Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal partsor modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceableparts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immedi-ately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wetconditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spillinto any openings.

If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there isa sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusualsmells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off

the power switch, disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet, and havethe instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Use the specified adaptor (PA-5B, PA-5C or an equivalent recommendedby Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to theinstrument or overheating.

Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from theoutlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust whichmay have accumulated on it.

CAUTIONAlways follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to theinstrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters orradiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord,place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone couldwalk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.

When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, alwayshold the plug itself and not the cord.

Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly causeoverheating in the outlet.

Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or duringelectrical storms.

Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/-polarity markings. Failure to do so might result in overheating, fire, orbattery fluid leakage.

Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteriestogether with old ones. Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkalinebatteries with manganese batteries, or batteries from different makers, ordifferent types of batteries from the same maker, since this can causeoverheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.

Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.

If the instrument is not to be in use for a long time, remove the batteriesfrom it, in order to prevent possible fluid leakage from the battery.

Keep batteries away from children.

Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn offthe power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for allcomponents, set all volume levels to minimum.

Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extremecold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during theday) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to theinternal components.

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WARNINGAlways follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock,short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

* The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owners manual are for in-structional purposes only, and may be different from the ones on your instru-ment.

Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha DJX!

You now own a portable keyboard that combines advanced func-tions, great sound and exceptional ease-of-use in a highly compact

package. Its outstanding features also make it a remarkably expres-sive and versatile instrument.

Read this Owners Manual carefully while playing your new DJX inorder to take full advantage of its various features.

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Main Features

Other powerful features include: Exceptionally realistic and dynamic sounds with 284voices, utilizing digital recordings of actual instruments.

Dual voice and Split voice modes that let you layer twovoices together or assign two voices to separate sections ofthe keyboard

Four high-quality effects Reverb, Chorus, DSP, andArpeggiator each with a variety of different types.

100 pattern styles, each with different Lead In/Out andBeat A/B sections. All styles also have their own four BreakOut patterns. The DJX also gives you convenient controlover pattern Styles including BPM (Tempo) and inde-pendent Pattern Volume.

Powerful song recording operations for recording andplaying back complete compositions (three User songs areavailable). Up to six tracks can be recorded to a song,including a special chord track for style pattern.

Performance Setup, for automatically calling up anappropriate voice for playing with the selected style. Plus,there are 16 User Performance Setup memory spaces thatlet you save your custom panel settings for instant recall.

Touch response for maximum expressive level controlover the voices.

Convenient footswitch control over various functions including sustain, start/stop, and more.

GM (General MIDI) compatibility and full GM voice set.

Large custom LCD gives you easy, at-a-glance confirma-tion of all important settings, as well as chord and noteindications.

Comprehensive MIDI functions that let you integrate theDJX into a MIDI music system, for sequence recording andother advanced applications.

Built-in, high-quality stereo amplifier/speaker system.

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Real-time ControlsThe DJX is equipped with an amazing set of real-timeperformance controls, that let you tweak the soundof various instrument parts as you play!

Control KnobsThese five knobs let make various dynamicchanges to the voices and patterns.

ASSIGN knobIncluded in the control knobs is a special ASSIGNknob that can be assigned to control any one ofa variety of functions.

RIBBON CONTROLLERThis expressive control can also be assigned tocontrol any one of a variety of functions.

Part Select (PART CONTROL)Use this to select the Part you want to use withthe control knobs or RIBBON CONTROLLER.

Part On/Off (PART CONTROL)This function lets you alternately mute and un-mute specific instrument parts of the pattern asits playing.

PITCH BEND wheelUse this to raise and lower the pitch of the voiceas you play.

Digital SamplingThis function lets you record your own sounds to beplayed from the keyboard. Up to twelve differentsamples can be recorded. Simple editing functions,such as setting the end point and looping, are alsoprovided.

5Contents

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PANEL CONTROLS ANDTERMINALS 6

Front Panel ................................... 6

Rear Panel .................................... 7

SETTING UP 8POWER REQUIREMENTS ..................... 8TURNING ON THE POWER .................8

ACCESSORY JACKS .............................9

Quick Guide 10

Step 1 The DJX Take it for a spin! .............. 10

Step 2 Using the Keyboard .......... 12

Step 3 Demo Song/Voice/Style ... 14

Step 4 Digital Sampling ............... 16

Step 5 Function Parameters ......... 18

Step 6 Assigning Various Controls tothe ASSIGN Knob, RIBBONCONTROLLER, andFootswitch ........................ 20

PANEL DISPLAY INDICATIONS 22

PLAYING VOICES THE VOICEMODE 24PLAYING A VOICE MAIN VOICE ... 25

About Panel Voices andGM Voices .................................. 26

Drum Kit Voice Chart(voices 141 - 155) ...................... 26

Function Parameters Main Voice .. 27

TRANSPOSE AND TUNING ................ 28Transpose ........................................ 28Tuning ............................................. 29

PLAYING TWO VOICES DUAL VOICE ....................................... 29

Function Parameters Dual Voice ... 30

PLAYING TWO VOICES SPLIT VOICE ........................................ 31

Function Parameters Split Voice .... 32

ADDITIONAL VOICE FUNCTIONS VOICE SET, TOUCH SENSITIVITY, ANDPITCH BEND RANGE ...........................33

Function Parameters Voice Set, Touch Sensitivity andPitch Bend Range ............................. 33

EFFECTS 34REVERB ................................................ 34

CHORUS .............................................. 35

DSP ..................................................... 36

ARPEGGIATOR .................................... 37Function Parameters Effects .......... 37

Effect Types ................................38

SONG PLAYBACK THE SONG MODE 40SELECTING AND PLAYING A SONG ... 40

CHANGING THE BPM (TEMPO) .........41

ABOUT THE BEAT DISPLAY .................42

ADJUSTING THE SONG VOLUME .......43

PATTERNS THE STYLE MODE 44SELECTING A STYLE AND PLAYINGTHE PATTERN ......................................44

PATTERN CONTROLS ..........................47

PATTERN SECTIONS (BEAT A, BEAT BAND BREAK OUTS) .............................48

CHANGING THE BPM (TEMPO) .........48

ADJUSTING THE PATTERN VOLUME .....49

FINGERING .........................................50

BEAT REVERSE ..................................... 52

PART ON/OFF ..................................... 52 About the Parts ..........................53

SETTING THE PATTERN SPLIT POINT ....54Function Parameter Pattern Split Point .............................55

PERFORMANCE SETUP 56PERFORMANCE SETUP USER .........56

Recording a User PerformanceSetup ................................................56

Recalling a User PerformanceSetup ................................................57

Selecting a User Bank .................57

PERFORMANCE SETUP PRESET ...... 58Selecting a Preset PerformanceSetup ................................................58

THE KNOBS 59USING THE KNOBS .............................59

About CUTOFF andRESONANCE .............................. 62

About GROOVE ..........................62

ASSIGN KNOB ....................................63ASSIGN Knob Parameters .................64

RIBBON CONTROLLER 66USING THE RIBBON CONTROLLER ....66

RIBBON CONTROLLER Parameters ... 67

How the RIBBON CONTROLLERworks .........................................68

DIGITAL SAMPLING 69ABOUT DIGITAL SAMPLING ............... 69

RECORDING A SAMPLE ANDPLAYING IT .........................................70

Guidelines for sampling ..............71 Trigger Level ...............................71

Sampling memory capacity ........ 73

Deleting a sample ......................74 Recording additional samples .....74

SAMPLE EDITING ................................75Setting the End Point ........................75

Creating Loops ................................. 78

About the resolution settings ...... 79

SONG RECORDING 80RECORDING A USER SONG REALTIME RECORDING ......................81

Additional Operations ................ 84

RECORDING A USER SONG STEP RECORDING ...............................85

Recording Notes ...............................86

Additional Operations ................ 88

Replacing a Note or Rest .................. 89

Entering Velocity Curves ...................90Velocity Curve Chart ......................... 90

CLEARING A SONG .............................91

MIDI FUNCTIONS 92WHAT IS MIDI? ................................... 92

Channel Messages ............................ 93

System Messages .............................. 93

CONNECTING TO A PERSONALCOMPUTER .........................................94

MIDI Terminals ...........................94

FUNCTION PARAMETERS MIDI .....95

USING BULK DUMP SEND/SAMPLING SEND TO SAVE DATA .......97

Saving Bulk Data/Sampling Data ...... 97

Loading Bulk Data/Sampling Data ....99

USING INITIAL SETUP SENDWITH A SEQUENCER ........................100

Sending Initial Setup Data .............. 100

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................102

DATA BACKUP & INITIALIZATION .... 103

VOICE LIST ........................................ 104

DRUM KIT LIST ................................. 108

STYLE LIST ........................................ 111

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART ...... 112

SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 115

INDEX ............................................... 116

6PANEL CONTROLS AND TERMINALS

Front Panel

1 MASTER VOLUME dialThis determines the overall volume of the DJX.

2 OVERALL, DEMO START buttons ( s , t , +, -)These are for selecting the various overall functionsand setting their values. (See page 22.) They arealso used to play the Demo songs. (See pages 14,40.) In the Digital Sampling function, these are usedto select and set the sample editing parameters. (Seepage 75.)

3 FUNCTION buttonThis selects the Function mode. (See page 18.)

4 SONG buttonThis selects the Song mode. (See page 40.)

5 STYLE buttonThis selects the Style mode. (See pages 15, 44.)

6 VOICE buttonThis selects the Voice mode. (See pages 14, 25.)

7 Numeric keypad, +/- buttonsThese are for selecting songs, voices, and styles. (Seepages 40, 25, and 44.) They are also used formaking various settings, such as:

Selecting and changing the Function param-eters (page 18) Setting note values and other settings for theStep Record function (page 86)

8 DIGITAL SAMPLING section RECORDbutton and INPUT LEVEL knobThese two controls are used for the Digital Samplingfunctions. (See page 69.)

9 Knobs CUTOFF, RESONANCE, GROOVE,ASSIGN, BASS BOOSTThese controls allow you to make expressive, dy-namic, real-time changes to various aspects of thevoices and styles. (See page 59.)

0 RIBBON CONTROLLERThis assignable control allows you to make expres-sive, dynamic, real-time changes to various aspects ofthe voices and styles. (See page 66.)

! PART CONTROL buttonThis turns the Part Control function on and off. (Seepage 59.)

@ PATTERN CONTROL buttonWhen the Style mode is selected, this alternatelyenables or disables keyboard control over the patternchords. (See page 45.)

# SYNC-START buttonThis turns the Sync-Start function on and off. (Seepage 46.)

$ START/STOP buttonWhen the Style mode is selected, this alternatelystarts and stops the pattern. (See pages 45, 47.) Inthe Song mode, this alternately starts and stops songplayback. (See page 41.)

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7% LEAD IN/LEAD OUT buttonWhen the Style mode is selected, this is used tocontrol the Lead In and Lead Out functions. (Seepages 46, 47.)

^ BEAT A/B (BREAK OUT) buttonsWhen the Style mode is selected, these are used tochange pattern sections and control the Break Outfunction. (See page 48.)

& RECORD buttonThis is used for selecting and enabling the recordingfunctions: Song (pages 82, 85) and PerformanceSetup (page 56).

* PERFORMANCE SETUP / SONG MEMORYbuttonsWhen the Style mode is selected, these are used toselect the Performance Setup registrations (pages 57,58). When the Song mode is selected, these are usedto select specific tracks (pages 82, 86).

( ARPEGGIATOR buttonThis turns the Arpeggiator effect on and off. (Seepage 37.)

) REVERB buttonThis turns the Reverb effect on and off. (See page34.)

q DUAL buttonThis turns the Dual mode on and off. (See page 29.)

PANEL CONTROLS AND TERMINALS

Rear Panel

1 DC IN 10-12V jackThis is for connection to a PA-5B/5C AC poweradaptor. (See page 8.)

2 PHONES/AUX OUT jackThis is for connection to a set of stereo headphonesor to an external amplifier/speaker system. (See page9.)

3 FOOT SWITCH jackThis is for connection to an optional FC4 or FC5Footswitch. The footswitch is generally used tocontrol sustain, but it can conveniently be set tocontrol one of a variety of functions instead. (Seepages 9, 21.)

IN OUTMIDIFOOT SWITCHPHONES/AUX OUT

DC IN 10-12V MICLINE IN

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4 MIDI IN, OUT terminalsThese are for connection to other MIDI instrumentsand devices. (See page 94.)

5 LINE IN jackThis is used with the Digital Sampling functions, andis for connection to and recording of an externalaudio source (line level), such as a CD player orcassette deck. (See pages 9, 70.) (Connector: mono,1/4 phone jack.)

6 MIC jackThis is used with the Digital Sampling functions, andis for connection to a microphone for recordingacoustic audio. (See pages 9, 70.) (Connector:mono, 1/4 phone jack.)

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w PITCH BEND wheelThis is used for raising or lowering thepitch of the voices as you play. Itaffects only the voices played in thePERFORMANCE section of the key-board. The pitch range of the wheelcan also be set (see page 33).

e STAND BY/ON switch

8SETTING UP

This section contains information about setting up your DJX for playing. Makesure to read this section carefully before using the instrument.

n When the Batteries Run DownWhen the batteries run low and the batteryvoltage drops below a certain level, the DJX maynot sound or function properly. As soon as thishappens, replace them with a complete set ofsix new batteries.

Never mix old and new batteries or different types ofbatteries (e.g., alkaline and manganese). To prevent possible damage from battery leakage, removethe batteries from the instrument if it is not to be used for along time.

BATTERIES 1.5V x 6

POWER REQUIREMENTSAlthough the DJX will run either from an op-tional AC adaptor or batteries, Yamaha recom-mends use of the more environmentally safe ACadaptor. Follow the instructions below accordingto the power source you intend to use.

Never interrupt the power supply (e.g. remove the batteries orunplug the AC adaptor) during any DJX record operation!Doing so can result in a loss of data.

Using an AC Power AdaptorTo connect your DJX to a wall socket, you willneed the optionally available Yamaha PA-5B/5CPower Adaptor. Use of other AC adaptors couldresult in damage to the instrument, so be sure toask for the right kind. Connect one end of theadaptor to the DC IN 10-12V jack on the rearpanel of your DJX, and the other end to asuitable electrical outlet.

Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-5B/5C AC Power Adaptor (or otheradaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to power yourinstrument from the AC mains. The use of other adaptors mayresult in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the DJX.

Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the DJX, orduring electrical storms.

Using Batteriesn Inserting BatteriesTurn the instrument upside-down and removethe battery compartment lid. Insert six 1.5-voltsize D (SUM-1, R-20 or equivalent) batteries asshown in the illustration, making sure that thepositive and negative terminals are properlyaligned, and replace the lid.

TURNING ON THE POWERWith the AC power adaptor connected or withbatteries installed, simply press the power switchuntil it locks in the ON position. When theinstrument is not in use, be sure to turn thepower off. (Press the switch again so that itpops up.)

Even when the switch is in the STAND BY position, electricityis still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. Whenyou are not using the DJX for a long time, make sure youunplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet, and/orremove the batteries from the instrument.

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n Using the MIDI Terminals

Make sure that the footswitch plug is properly connected tothe FOOT SWITCH jack before turning on the power. Do not press the footswitch while turning the power on.Doing this changes the recognized polarity of the footswitch,resulting in reversed footswitch operation.

SETTING UP

ACCESSORY JACKSn Using HeadphonesFor private practicing and playing withoutdisturbing others, connect a set of stereo head-phones to the rear panel PHONES/AUX OUTjack. Sound from the built-in speaker system isautomatically cut off when you insert a head-phone plug into this jack.

n Using a FootswitchThis feature lets you use an optional footswitch(Yamaha FC4 or FC5) to control a variety offunctions. (See page 21.)

n Connecting a Keyboard Amplifier or StereoSystemThough the DJX is equipped with a built-inspeaker system, you can also play it through anexternal amplifier/speaker system. First, makesure the DJX and any external devices are turnedoff, then connect one end of a stereo audiocable to the LINE IN or AUX IN jack(s) of theother device and the other end to the rear panelPHONES/AUX OUT jack on the DJX.

The DJX also featuresMIDI terminals,allowing you tointerface the DJX withother MIDI instru-ments and devices.(For more informa-tion, see page 94.)

MIDI instrument

To prevent damage to the speakers, set the volume of theexternal devices at the minimum setting before connectingthem. Failure to observe these cautions may result in electricshock or equipment damage.

n Using the MIC and LINE IN jacksThese are for recording an external audio sourcein the Digital Sampling functions (page 70).The MIC jack is for connection to a microphonefor recording vocals and acoustic instruments.The LINE IN jack is for connecting to and record-ing a line level signal, such as that of a CD playeror cassette deck.

CD player, etc.

PHONES/AUX OUT

Stereo system

PHONES/AUX OUT

FOOT SWITCH

Never connect a line level signal (CD player, cassette deck,electronic instrument, etc.) into the MIC input jack! Doing thiscould damage the DJX and its Digital Sampling functions.

MICLINE IN

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Cant wait to get going? Heres all you need to lay down the beat andstart jamming on your new DJX! Just follow the numbers...

Step 1 The DJX Take it for a spin!

Sure, the DJX is ready to play right out of the box but we urge you totake the time to read this short, easy-to-understand section. If youvenever even touched an electronic keyboard before, following the steps inthis section will make you a master of the DJX in virtually no time at all!Plus, it will give you the tools to explore and use the advanced functionsin your music. Enjoy!

Unless you enjoy reading manuals, youre probablyeager to start playing your new DJX right now.

If so, this next section is for you!

6 A special Beat Reverse key letsyou break up the beat and hitthe top of the measure. Playthe key repeatedly and stutterthe rhythm a bit!

Want to find out more? See page 52.

Give it some juice...Give it some juice...

1 Plug in the adaptor, and turn on the power.

Work out on the knobs!Work out on the knobs!

3 These three knobs give you dynamic, real-timecontrol over the pattern. Try em out! Want to find out more? See page 59.

Start it up!Start it up!

2 Start the pattern by pressing the START/STOPbutton. You can also start the pattern bypressing any one of the keys in the PATTERNsection of the keyboard.


Cut loose on the ribbon!Cut loose on the ribbon!

4 Slide your finger along the RIBBONCONTROLLER and hear how thesound changes. There are tons ofthings you can assign to this, too!


Mix up the beats!Mix up the beats!

5 Play around with the BEAT A and BEAT Bbuttons, and get the rhythm to flow.

Shake it up and turn it round!Shake it up and turn it round!

GROOVE knobChange the feel or timing ofthe pattern. Turn this to give itsome swing, make it laid-back... or just play it straight.

ASSIGN knobYou call the shots with thisknob... Assign it to controldynamics, tempo/pitch, or anyone of a variety of functions!

BASS BOOST knobPump up the bass of theentire DJX sound withthis knob!

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7 With the PART ON/OFF keys,youre an instant maestro ofmix. Check the name of thePart (instrument) over eachkey, then press it to turn thePart off and on. The Partsthat are currently turned onare shown by darkened keysin the display.


Drop Parts out, fly Parts in!Drop Parts out, fly Parts in!

Tweak the voice while you play!Tweak the voice while you play!

9 Turn the two voice-related knobs forsome wild effects, while you playthe voice from the PERFORMANCEsection of the keyboard.


Pick your own Parts!Pick your own Parts!

10 You can select different Parts to becontrolled with the voice-related knobs(in step 9 above) by pressing one ofthe PART SELECT keys. The selectedPart is shown as a darkened key in thedisplay.


Play the wheel!Play the wheel!

11 The highly expressive PITCH BEND wheel roundsout the DJXs set of amazing power tools! Play thekeyboard, and bend the pitch up by moving thewheel up with your left thumb. Bring the pitchdown by moving the wheel down. Let go of thewheel, and the pitch naturally snaps back to normal!


Arpeggiator magic!Arpeggiator magic!

8 First, press the ARPEGGIATOR button to turn thefunction on. Then, hold down two or three keysat the same time in the PERFORMANCE sectionof the keyboard, and let the Arpeggiator workits magic!


CUTOFF knobJust like on vintage analog synthe-sizers, this knob lets you sweep thecutoff frequency of the filter as youplay the keyboard. Turn it to theright to open up the filter for abrighter sound, and turn it to theleft to shut down the filter.

RESONANCE knobSet this to determine how much the CUTOFF knobaffects the sound. Turn it to the right for maximumfilter effect, and to the left for more subtle filterchanges.

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Step 2 Using the Keyboard

The keyboard of the DJX is far different (and more powerful!) than any youve ever seen.Lets take a look...

Each time you turn on the DJX, the keyboard is split into the following functions:

What do these keys do?

Part SelectThese keys let you selectspecific Parts for controlwith the knobs and theRIBBON CONTROLLER.(See page 60.)

Part On/OffThese keys let you mute/un-mute specific Parts of apattern before or duringplayback. (See page 52.)

PatternThese keys let you instantlychange the chords of thepattern. (See page 50.)

PerformanceThese keys are for normalplaying of the selectedvoice (or voices).

A special DJX Demo voice (#000) is automatically selected each time you turn on the power. Thisvoice has a huge variety of sounds, with each key playing a different sound percussion, drumloops, scratch, special FX, human voice and many others!

To hear the DJX Demo voice properly across the entire keyboard, make sure that Part Control,Pattern Control and Sync-Start are off. (See page 13.)

z Enter the Voice mode.

x Select voice #000.

c Play different keys and listen to the variety of sounds.

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Special DJX Demo VoiceSpecial DJX Demo Voice

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Step 2 Using the Keyboard

Other keyboard settings are available depending on the on/off settings of Part Control and PatternControl. (You can turn these on and off with the PART CONTROL and PATTERN CONTROL buttons.)

When Part Control is off:

Turn Part Control off by pressing the PART CONTROL button.

When Pattern Control is off:

Turn Pattern Control off by pressing the PATTERN CONTROL button.

When Part Control and Pattern Control are both off:

Turn Part Control off by pressing the PART CONTROL button; turn Pattern Control off by pressing thePATTERN CONTROL button. In this condition, you can play the entire keyboard normally.

C1 Ab2 A2 C6

Pattern Keys Performance Keys

C1 B1 C2 Ab2 A2 C6

Part Select Keys

Part On/Off Keys

Performance Keys

Entire keyboard (C1 C6) is used for Performance.

More keyboard settings

Beat Reverse Key(See page 52)

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Step 3 Demo Song/Voice/Style

The DJX features a total of 284 high-qualityvoices. Lets try a few of them out...

x Stop the song.

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z Simultaneously press both OVERALL s /tbuttons.

The DJX has three Demo songs that showcase the authentic voicesand dynamic patterns of the instrument.

z Enter the Voice mode.

x Select a voice.

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Panel voices ........... 1 - 140 (140 voices)141 - 155 (15 drum kit voices)

GM voices .............. 156 - 283 (128 voices)Sampling voice ...... 284

Panel Voice List


No. Voice Name0 DJX

SYNTH LEAD1 Fuzzline2 Talkbox3 Acid Sync4 Universe5 Adrenaline6 Fragile7 Cut Glass

BASS LEAD8 Killer S9 Reso-X10 Choppy11 PhatMan12 Organese13 Happy Vibes14 TriTouch15 Sync

SQUARE LEAD16 MC-Line17 Alien18 Psyche19 Clanger20 Square Lead 121 Square Lead 2

No. Voice NameSAW LEAD

22 Break It23 Scary24 Move It25 Robot Lead26 Fat27 Seq Ana28 Stab29 Pulse Saw30 Sawtooth Lead 131 Sawtooth Lead 232 Bedtime

SYNTH PAD33 Sequenza34 Insomnia35 Wave200136 Amber37 Eerie38 Trance PadRESONANCE BASS39 Techno Bass40 KickinB41 Bassline42 Nu Floor43 Fish30344 No.No.No

No. Voice Name45 Nu Swing46 Synth Bass

ANALOG BASS47 Analog Bass48 Dance Bass49 Snap Bass50 Old Mini51 Power Bass52 Dub Bass53 Factory54 Hyper55 Kidz Bass56 Techno

BASS57 Acoustic Bass58 Finger Bass59 Pick Bass60 Fretless Bass61 Slap Bass

SCRATCH62 Scratch63 Killer DJ

SFX64 FMTB 165 BLJ Trill66 Omen-FX

No. Voice Name67 Rave Pipe 168 Rave Pipe 269 FMTB 270 GtrChord71 HiquiTB72 Reverse73 Signal74 Aah75 Turntable

HIT76 Metal Hit77 Sharp Hit78 Mild Hit

HUMAN VOICE79 Come On 180 Come On 281 GetUp!82 Go!!83 Huea84 Hiuhu85 Yo-Kurt86 Oh Babe87 Ohh 188 Ohh 289 One More Time90 Uhh

No. Voice Name91 Uhh+Hit92 Yeah...

DRUM LOOP93 091bpmC494 095bpmC495 096bpmC496 102bpmC497 103bpmC498 106bpmC499 110bpmC4100 114bpmC4101 134bpmC4102 135bpmC4103 137bpmC4104 138bpmC4105 144bpmC4106 160bpmC4107 Samba137

PIANO108 Funky Electric Piano109 DX Electric Piano110 CP 80111 Bell Electric Piano112 Clavi

ORGAN113 Jazz Organ 1

No. Voice Name114 Jazz Organ 2115 Rock Organ116 Cheez Organ117 16'+2' Organ118 Dance Organ119 MissU120 R&B Organ

GUITAR121 Octave Guitar122 Clean Guitar123 Muted Guitar124 Overdriven Guitar

STRINGS125 Strings126 Marcato Strings127 Synth Strings128 StringPad129 Pizzicato

BRASS130 Techno Brass131 Jump Brass132 Brass Phase133 Synth Brass134 Bright Brass135 Brass Tek

No. Voice NameFLUTE

136 Ethnic Flute137 Coco Flute

PERCUSSIVE138 Claps-X139 Rim-X140 Tom-X

DRUM KITS141 Standard Kit 1142 Standard Kit 2143 Room Kit144 Rock Kit145 Electronic Kit 1146 Analog Kit 1147 Dance Kit148 Jazz Kit149 Brush Kit150 Symphony Kit

SPECIAL KITS151 Analog Kit 2152 Analog Kit 3153 Electronic Kit 2154 B900 Kit155 DJX Kit

Playing back all three songsPlaying back all three songs

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Step 3 Demo Song/Voice/Style

The PortaTone features 100 different styles in various music genres. With the Performance Setupfunction, you can call up voice and other settings that best match the selected style. Each stylehas been programmed with two Preset Performance Setups.

1 Enter the Style mode.

2 Select a style.For a list of styles,see below.

3 Press one of the Performance Setupbuttons: Preset A or B.


4 Start the pattern andplay the keyboard.

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Style List

No. Style NameINTRODUCTION

1 Pop Techno2 Trip Hop3 Electro Beat4 Goa5 Hard Step 8th6 Handbag 17 Romantic House8 Ambient9 Acid Jazz10 Treach11 Steppa12 Struttin13 All That14 Soulful

TECHNO15 Tribal Techno16 Gabba17 Soft Gabba18 Euro Techno

No. Style Name19 Modern Detroit Techno20 Vintage Detroit Techno21 Modern Berlin Techno22 Minimal Techno23 Speed Garage24 Acid Techno25 Samba Techno

TRIP HOP26 Funky Trip Hop27 Pop Trip Hop28 Vintage Trip Hop

ELECTRO29 Plastic Electro30 Cosmic Beat31 Body Rock32 Compilation

TRANCE33 Trance34 Psychodelic Trance35 Relaxx

No. Style Name36 Hypnotic37 Dark Trance

DRUMNBASS38 DrumnBass39 Hard Jungle40 Soul 2001

DANCE FLOOR41 Euro Dance42 Euro Latin43 Pop Reggae44 Handbag 2

HOUSE45 House46 Acid House47 Deep House48 Progressive House49 Tribal House50 Vintage Chicago51 Hard Floor52 Hip House

No. Style Name53 Club House54 Dub House

ABSTRACT BEATS55 Digital Rock56 Underground57 Chill Out

RAP58 Bomb59 Dance Hall60 Hype61 Money62 Ragga63 Shakin64 Tip

HARDCORE65 Buggin66 Diesel67 Hi Rolla68 Homies69 SuckaMC

No. Style Name70 SupaBad71 WestSide

OLD SKOOL72 Beatbox73 Delight74 Flares75 Funked Up76 Jack77 Old Skool78 Party79 Theque

FRESH80 Chillin81 Dreamin82 EastSide83 Grind84 Hezee85 Loc

No. Style NameR & B

86 Bouncy87 Do it up88 Hump89 Plush90 Pow!91 Skippin92 Solid

SLO JAMS93 1stLuv94 Cool95 DaLadies96 Daydream97 Loverz98 On Hit99 Pushin100 Sultry

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Step 4 Digital Sampling

Yes, Digital Sampling is built into your new DJX and its truly easy to use. Try it out!

z Set up the DJX for sampling.Connect in one of the two ways shownbelow.

x Enter the Sampling mode.Press the RECORD button in the DIGITALSAMPLING section.

If youre using amicrophone, plug itinto the MIC jack onthe rear panel.

If youre using a CD player,plug it into the LINE IN jackon the rear panel. (DONTplug it into the MIC jack!This could damage the DJX!)

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c Set the sampling level.Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob (while singinginto the microphone or playing the CD).

b Set sampling to standby.Press the START/STOP button.

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v Press a key on the keyboard.Press middle C (C3) for this example. Thesound you record will be assigned to this key.

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Join the sampling revolution!Join the sampling revolution!

Make sure the level meter in the displaydoesnt go above this level:

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Step 4 Digital Sampling

n Start recording.Sing into the microphone or play the CD.Sampling starts when the DJX receives thesignal. Sampling also automatically stopsafter about three seconds.

m Play the sample from the keyboard.Try pressing and holding various keys on thekeyboard and listen to your new sample.

, Exit from the Sampling mode.Press the RECORD (DIGITAL SAMPLING)button again.Voice #284 (Sampled) is automaticallyselected for playing.


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The DJX has a variety of settings in the Function parameters.These give you detailed control over many of the DJXs features. Heres how to use them:

z Press the FUNCTION button.

Step 5 Function Parameters

x Select a Function number.For a list of functions, see page 19.

The Function number can be selectedwhile the FUNCTION indication isflashing.

Enter the Functionnumber on thenumeric keypad.

the same time, the Function number (F02in the example above) changes automaticallyto the current value of the Function param-eter.

Current value of the selected Functionparameter.

v Use the numeric keypad to change thevalue or setting. For on/off settings, usethe +/- buttons.

Restoring the Default ValueIf youve changed the parameter setting, you caninstantly restore the default setting by pressing both+/- buttons simultaneously.

Negative valuesTo directly enter negative values (for those parametersthat have negative values), simultaneously hold downthe - button and press the desired number button.

F02FUNCTION

STYLE M.Octave

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Since the FUNCTION indication flashes for only acouple of seconds, make sure to select the parameterquickly after step 1 above.

c After FUNCTION in the display stopsflashing, change the value or setting.After a couple of seconds, the FUNCTIONindication stops flashing and remains lit. At

b Exit the Function mode.Once youve made all desired settings, pressone of the other mode buttons (SONG,STYLE, or VOICE).

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F01 M.Volume Main Voice Volume 27

F02 M.Octave Main Voice Octave 27

F03 M.Pan Main Voice Pan 27

F04 M.RevLvl Main Voice Reverb Send Level 27

F05 M.ChoLvl Main Voice Chorus Send Level 27

F06 M.DspLvl Main Voice DSP Effect Send Level 27

F11 D.Volume Dual Voice Volume 30

F12 D.Octave Dual Voice Octave 30

F13 D.Pan Dual Voice Pan 30

F14 D.RevLvl Dual Voice Reverb Send Level 30

F15 D.ChoLvl Dual Voice Chorus Send Level 30

F16 D.DspLvl Dual Voice DSP Effect Send Level 30

F17 D.Voice Dual Voice 30

F18 Dual Dual On/Off 30

F21 S.Volume Split Voice Volume 32

F22 S.Octave Split Voice Octave 32

F23 S.Pan Split Voice Pan 32

F24 S.RevLvl Split Voice Reverb Send Level 32

F25 S.ChoLvl Split Voice Chorus Send Level 32

F26 S.DspLvl Split Voice DSP Effect Send Level 32

F27 S.Voice Split Voice 32

F28 Split Split On/Off 32

F29 SplitPnt Split Point 32

F31 Reverb Reverb On/Off 38

Function Parameters List

Step 5 Function Parameters

Function page

F32 RevType Reverb Type 38

F33 Chorus Chorus On/Off 38

F34 ChoType Chorus Type 38

F35 Dsp DSP On/Off 38

F36 DspType DSP Type 38

F37 Arpgator Arpeggiator On/Off 38

F38 ArpgType Arpeggiator Type 38

F41 UserBank Performance Setup User Bank 57

F51 PtrnSPnt Pattern Split Point 55

F61 USng1Clr User Song 1 Clear 91



F71 FootSw Footswitch 21

F72 VoiceSet Voice Set 33

F73 TouchSns Touch Sensitivity 33

F74 PBRange Pitch Bend Range 33

F81 RemoteCh Remote Channel 95

F82 KbdOut Keyboard Out 95

F83 PtrnOut Pattern Out 95

F84 Local Local On/Off 96

F85 ExtClock External Clock 96

F86 BulkSend Bulk Data Send 96,97

F87 InitSend Initial Data Send 96,100

F88 SmplSend Sampling Send 96,97

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Step 6 Assigning Various Controls to the ASSIGN Knob,

z Press the OVERALL s or t button repeatedlyuntil the dark bar at the left of the display isdirectly opposite KNOB ASSIGN or RIB-BON CONTROLLER ASSIGN.

x Change the assignment for the selectedcontroller by using the OVERALL +/-buttons.

ASSIGN Knob/RIBBON CONTROLLER Function List

* These functions can be assigned only to the RIBBON CONTROLLER.** These functions are effective regardless of the Part Select setting. (See page 60.)*** These Function parameters are effective only for the Main voice, regardless of the Part Select settings.

Description

This is the same parameter as controlled by the CUTOFF knob (page 61).

This is the same parameter as controlled by the RESONANCE knob (page 61).

This determines the depth of the Reverb effect. (See page 34.) Turning theknob also automatically turns on Reverb, if it was originally turned off.

This determines the depth of the Chorus effect. (See page 35.)

This determines the depth of the DSP effect. (See page 36.)

This creates a vibrato-like pitch wavering effect.

This determines the attack of the sound or, in other words, how long ittakes for the sound to reach full volume when a note is played. For certainpercussive sounds, this may have little or no audible effect.

This determines how long the sound sustains after a note is released. Forcertain percussive sounds, this may have little or no audible effect.

This determines the position of the sound in the stereo image (left, center, orright).

This determines the volume (level) of the sound.

This is the same parameter as controlled by the GROOVE knob (page 61).

This makes both subtle and dramatic changes in the Pattern by altering thelevel of the individual notes. This affects the entire Pattern.

This determines the amount or strength of the level change in the Dynamicsparameter (#09, above). This affects the entire Pattern.

This determines both the tempo and the pitch of the entire DJX sound, affect-ing all Parts of the Pattern and all voices.

This determines the speed of the Arpeggiator function. (See page 37.)

Function Name Display Name

Cutoff Frequency * Cutoff

Resonance * Resonanc

Reverb Send Level RevLevel

Chorus Send Level ChoLevel

DSP Send Level DspLevel

Modulation Mod

Attack Time Attack

Release Time Release

Pan Pan

Volume Volume

Groove * ** Groove

Dynamics ** Dynamics

Dynamics Strength ** Strength

Turntable ** Turntbl

Arpeggiator Speed *** ArpSpeed

Currently assigned control or function.

ASSIGN Knob and RIBBON CONTROLLER Changing the AssignmentASSIGN Knob and RIBBON CONTROLLER Changing the Assignment

DEMO START

DEMO START

For more information on theASSIGN knob and RIBBONCONTROLLER, see pages 63, 66.

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RIBBON CONTROLLER, and Footswitch

Function Name Display Name

Sustain Sustain

Arpeggiator Hold ArpgHold

Start/Stop StartStp

Lead In/Lead Out Ld InOut

Beat A Beat A

Beat B Beat B

Arpeggiator On/Off Arpgator

Dual On/Off Dual

Split On/Off Split

Reverb On/Off Reverb

Chorus On/Off Chorus

DSP On/Off Dsp

Tap Tap

Description

Damper pedal or sustain operation. Pressing the footswitch applies a naturalsustain to the keyboard-played voice.

When the Arpeggiator effect (page 37) is turned on, this lets you use thefootswitch to keep the Arpeggiator cycling, even when you take your fingersfrom the keyboard or play different notes. Press and hold the footswitch for aslong as you want the Arpeggiator effect to be active.

When the Song mode or Style mode is active, this provides the same functionas the START/STOP button (see pages 41, 45). Each press of the footswitchalternately starts and stops song or pattern playback.

When the Style mode is active, this provides the same function as the LEAD IN/LEAD OUT button (see pages 46, 47). Pressing the footswitch twice while thePattern is playing back causes the Lead Out section to gradually slow down(page 47).

When the Style mode is active, this provides the same function as the BEAT A(BREAK OUT) button (see page 48).

When the Style mode is active, this provides the same function as the BEAT B(BREAK OUT) button (see page 48).

When the Style mode is active, this provides the same function as theARPEGGIATOR button (and the Arpeggiator On/Off parameter, #37). (See page37.)

This provides the same function as the DUAL button (and the Dual On/Offparameter, #18). (See page 29.)

This provides the same function as the Split On/Off parameter, #28. (See page31.)

This provides the same function as the REVERB button (and the Reverb On/Offparameter, #31). (See page 34.)

This provides the same function as the Chorus On/Off parameter, #33. (Seepage 35.)

This provides the same function as the DSP On/Off parameter, #35. (See page36.)

This useful function lets you use the footswitch to tap out the BPM (Tempo) andautomatically start a selected song or pattern at that tapped speed. Simply tap(press/release) the footswitch (four times for a 4/4 time signature), and thesong or pattern starts automatically at the BPM you tapped. The BPM can alsobe changed during playback by tapping the footswitch twice at the desiredtempo.

Footswitch Function List

Assignment of the footswitch is done from Function parameter #71. (For instructions on usingthe Function parameters, see page 18.) The default setting for the footswitch is #13 Tap.

STYLE F71FUNCTION

FootSw STYLE F13FUNCTION

Tap

Footswitch Control Changing the AssignmentFootswitch Control Changing the Assignment

The DJX has a footswitch feature that can be used to control a variety offunctions and operations. By using your foot to conveniently controlthese functions, you free your hands to concentrate on your performance.

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PANEL DISPLAY INDICATIONS

The DJX features a large multi-function display that shows all important settingsfor the instrument. The section below briefly explains the various icons andindications in the display.

1 Mode indicatorsThese indicate the currently selected mode Voice, Style, Song, or Function with the modename encircled in a rounded rectangle. WhenSTYLE or SONG appear without the rect-angle, the corresponding mode is active in thebackground.

In the first example, the Style mode is selected.

2 Overall functions bar indicatorThe DJX has five Overall functions or controls.The currently selected function is indicated by adark bar that appears next to its name (printedon the panel).

3 KeyboardWhen Part Control (page 59) is turned on, thisindicates the status of the PART SELECT andPART ON/OFF keys. The lower octave in thedisplay corresponds to the PART SELECT keys;the selected Parts key is dark. The upper octavein the display corresponds to the PART ON/OFFkeys; dark keys indicate the corresponding Part ison.

4 Measure and BPM (Tempo)These show the current measure during play-back of a song or style, and the currently setBPM (Tempo) value for the song or style.

In the second example, the Voice mode hasbeen selected, but the Style mode is still activein the background. (This means that the stylecontrols are active and can be used to play thecurrently selected style.)

8 Icon window

7 Song/Voice/Style name and number

6 Chord

5 Beat indicators

4 Measure andBPM (Tempo)

3 Keyboard

2 Overall functions bar indicator

1 Mode indicators

9 Song track indicators

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5 Beat indicatorsThese dark bars (one large, three small) flash insequence and in time with the song or style.The large bar indicates the first beat of themeasure. (See page 42.)

6 ChordWhen a user song (with chords) is being playedback, this indicates the current chord root andtype. It also indicates chords played in thePATTERN section of the keyboard when the Stylemode and Pattern Control are on.

7 Song/Voice/Style name and numberThis portion of the display indicates the nameand number of the currently selected song,voice, or style. It also displays the name andcurrent value or setting of the Overall functionsand the Function parameters, as well as otherimportant operation messages.

PANEL DISPLAY INDICATIONS

8 Icon windowDepending on the mode or function selected,this displays various symbols (icons) and othermessages to provide convenient, at-a-glanceinformation about the DJX operation. Forexample, when a song or pattern is playing, thisdisplays the level of each instrumental track.

9 Song track indicatorsIn song recording and playback, these indicatethe status of the tracks. (See pages 82, 86.)

0 GM iconThis appears when a GM (General MIDI) voice isselected. (See page 26.)

GM System Level 1

GM System Level 1 is an addition to the MIDI standard which ensures that any GM-

compatible music data can be accurately played by any GM-compatible tone generator,

regardless of manufacturer. The GM mark is affixed to all software and hardware products

that support GM System Level 1. The DJX supports GM System Level 1.

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PLAYING VOICES THE VOICE MODE

The Voice mode features 270 authentic voices (including 128 General MIDIvoices), plus 15 special drum kits all of which have been created withYamahas sophisticated AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generation system.The Voice mode gives you many powerful and versatile tools for playing andenhancing these Voices.

The voices are divided into various instrumentcategories, all of which are printed on the panelfor convenience. For a complete list of theavailable voices, see page 104.

The Voice mode is actually divided into threeseparate modes: Main, Dual and Split. In theMain Voice mode (see page 25), you can play asingle voice over the entire range of the key-board. The Dual Voice mode (page 29) allowsyou to layer two different voices together forrich, complex sounds. The Split Voice mode(page 31) lets you set up two different voices forplaying from separate sections of the keyboard.

The DJX includes special Drum Kit voices #141 - #155 that let you play various drumand percussion sounds from the keyboard.(Refer to the Drum Kit Voice chart on page 26.)Symbols are also printed above the keyboard,conveniently indicating which sounds are playedfrom which keys.

The DJX also has a special Sampled voice#284, to which your own original samples canbe recorded. (See page 69.)

1 Select the Voice mode. (Press the VOICE button.)

2 Select a voice (with the numeric keypad).

You can also select a Dual voice and/or a Split voice:

Dual voice

1 Turn on the Dual voice. (Press the DUAL button.)

2 Select the Dual voice (from the Function mode).

Split voice

1 Turn on the Split voice (from the Function mode).

2 Select the Split voice (Function mode).

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There are three ways to select voices: 1) directly entering the voice numberwith the numeric keypad, 2) using the +/- keys to step up and downthrough the voices, or 3) pressing the VOICE button to advance throughthe voice numbers.

2 Select the desired voice number.Use the numeric keypad. The basic categories of voices and their numbersare shown at the right side of the panel. A complete list of the availablevoices is given on page 104.

Using the +/- keysPress the + key to select the next voice number, and press the - key toselect the previous voice. Holding down either key continuously scrolls upor down through the numbers. The +/- keys have a wrap around fea-ture. For example, pressing the + key from voice #284 returns to voice#000.

All two-digit voice numberscan be selected withoutentering an initial 0.However, when selectingvoice numbers 0 - 28, theDJX pauses briefly beforeactually calling up the voice.(This pause allows forentering three-digit voicenumbers, such as 235.Entering the numbers 2then 9 immediately callsup voice #29, since thereare no voices #290 orhigher.)

If you want to immediatelycall up voices #0 - #28,enter one or two zerosbefore the number; forexample, select voice #9 bypressing 0, 0, then9. Pressing only 0 doesnot change the voice.

Using the numeric keypadEnter the digits of the voice number as indicated on the panel. For ex-ample, to select voice #42, press 4 on the numeric keypad, then 2.

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Using the VOICE buttonPress the VOICE button to select the next voice number. (This functionsexactly the same as the + button.)

Each voice is automaticallycalled up with the mostsuitable octave rangesetting. Thus, playingmiddle C with one voicemay sound higher or lowerthan another voice at thesame key.

3 Play the selected voice.To change to another voice, repeat step 2 above.

About Panel Voices and GM VoicesKeep in mind that the DJX has two separate sets of voices: Panelvoices and GM (General MIDI) Voices. The GM Voices can also beused for optimum playback of GM-compatible song data. Thismeans that any GM song data (played from a sequencer or other MIDI device) willsound just as the composer or programmer intended.When a GM voice is selected, the General MIDI icon appears at the top left of thedisplay.

When you select avoice, the DJX alsoautomatically calls upvarious settings thatare appropriate for thevoice. [This is truewhen Voice Set(Function #72, page33) is set to on thedefault setting.]


141VOICESTYLE Std.Kit1

Drum Kit Voice Chart (voices 141 - 155)When one of the 15 panel Drum Kit voices are selected you canplay different drums and percussion instruments on the keyboard.

No. Name LCDDRUM KITS141 Standard Kit 1 Std.Kit1142 Standard Kit 2 Std.Kit2143 Room Kit Room Kit144 Rock Kit Rock Kit145 Electronic Kit 1 ElctKit1146 Analog Kit 1 AnlgKit1147 Dance Kit DanceKit148 Jazz Kit Jazz Kit149 Brush Kit BrushKit150 Symphony Kit SymphKitSPECIAL KITS151 Analog Kit 2 AnlgKit2152 Analog Kit 3 AnlgKit3153 Electronic Kit 2 ElctKit2154 B900 Kit B900 Kit155 DJX Kit DJX Kit

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Function Parameters Main Voice

The Function parameters provide additional settings for the Main voice.These settings are especially useful when using a second voice in theDual or Split modes, since they let you change or enhance the sound ofthe Main voice separate from the Dual or Split voice. These settingsinclude:

Volume Octave Pan

Reverb Send Level Chorus Send Level DSP Effect Send Level

Function Parameters

No. Parameter Name Display Name Range/Settings

F01 Main Voice Volume M.Volume 0 127

F02 Main Voice Octave M.Octave -2 2 (octaves)

F03 Main Voice Pan M.Pan -7 (full left) 0 (center) 7 (full right)

F04 Main Voice Reverb M.RevLvl 0 127Send Level

F05 Main Voice Chorus M.ChoLvl 0 127Send Level

F06 Main Voice DSP M.DspLvl 0 127Effect Send Level

Description

This determines the volume of the Main voice, lettingyou create an optimum mix with the Dual or Splitvoice.

This determines the octave range for the Main voice.Use this to set the most suitable range for the Mainvoice when using the Split mode, or use it to create anoctave layer in the Dual mode.

This determines the pan position of the Main voice inthe stereo image.

This determines how much of the Main voices signal issent to the Reverb effect. (See page 34.) Higher valuesresult in a louder Reverb effect.

This determines how much of the Main voices signal issent to the Chorus effect. (See page 35.) Highervalues result in a louder Chorus effect.

This determines how much of the Main voices signal issent to the DSP effect. (See page 36.) Higher valuesresult in a louder DSP effect.

These settings are not savedwhen you turn off thepower. If you wish to savethem, save them to a Userbank in the PerformanceSetup feature (page 56).

Selecting and changing the Function parameters:Press the FUNCTION button, then use the numeric keypad to select theparameter number. After FUNCTION stops flashing, use the numerickeypad or +/- buttons to change the setting. (For details, see page 18.)

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Decreases Transposevalue

Increases Transposevalue

You can also adjust the tuning and change the transposition (key) of theentire DJX sound with the Transpose and Tuning functions.

TransposeTranspose determines the key of both the main voice and the pattern of theselected style. It also determines the pitch of the songs. This allows you toeasily match the pitch of the DJX to other instruments or singers, or play ina different key without changing your fingering. The Transpose settingscan be adjusted over a range of 12 semitones ( 1 octave).

1 Select the Transpose function in the Overall menu.Press one of the OVERALL s /t buttons, repeatedly if necessary, untilTranspos appears in the display.

2 Change the value.Use the OVERALL +/- buttons to increase or decrease the Transpose value.Holding down either button continuously increases or decreases the value.

Restoring theDefault TransposeValueIf youve changed theTranspose setting, youcan instantly restore thedefault setting of 00by pressing bothOVERALL +/- buttonssimultaneously (whenTranspose is selected inthe Overall menu).

Current Transpose valueIndicates Transpose isselected

00VOICESTYLE Transpos

DEMO START

TRANSPOSE AND TUNINGTRANSPOSE AND TUNING

The Transpose and Tuningsettings have no effect onthe Drum Kit voices (#141 -#155).

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DEMO START


Decreases Tuningvalue

Increases Tuningvalue

TuningTuning determines the fine pitch setting of both the main voice and thepattern of the selected style. It also determines the pitch of the songs. Thisallows you to accurately match the tuning with that of other instruments.The Tuning settings can be adjusted over a range of 100 (approx. 1semitone).

1 Select the Tuning function in the Overall menu.Press one of the OVERALL s /t buttons, repeatedly if necessary, until Tun-ing appears in the display.

2 Change the value.Use the OVERALL +/- buttons toincrease or decrease the Tuningvalue. Holding down eitherbutton continuously increases ordecreases the value.

Restoring theDefault TuningValueIf youve changed theTuning setting, you caninstantly restore thedefault setting of 00by pressing bothOVERALL +/- buttonssimultaneously (whenTuning is selected inthe Overall menu).

Current Tuning valueIndicates Tuning isselected

000VOICESTYLE TuningDEMO START

The Dual Voice mode lets you create richly textured sounds by layeringtwo different voices together one voice being the Main voice selected inthe normal way (page 25), and the other a Dual voice selected as describedbelow.

1 Turn on the Dual Voice mode.Press the DUAL button.

When you play the keyboard, both the currently selected Main and Dualvoices will be heard.

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The Dual Voice modecan also be turned onand off with a con-nected footswitch. (Seepage 21.)

To turn the Dual mode off, press the DUALbutton again.

PLAYING TWO VOICES DUAL VOICEPLAYING TWO VOICES DUAL VOICE

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Function Parameters Dual Voice

The Function parameters provide all settings for the Dual voice. Like the similar settings in the MainVoice mode, these settings let you change or enhance the sound of the Dual voice separate from theMain voice. These settings include:

Volume Octave Pan


Function Parameters


F11 Dual Voice Volume D.Volume 0 127

F12 Dual Voice Octave D.Octave -2 2 (octaves)

F13 Dual Voice Pan D.Pan -7 (full left) 0 (center) 7 (full right)

F14 Dual Voice Reverb D.RevLvl 0 127Send Level

F15 Dual Voice Chorus D.ChoLvl 0 127Send Level

F16 Dual Voice DSP D.DspLvl 0 127Effect Send Level

F17 Dual Voice D.Voice 0 284

F18 Dual On/Off Dual on, off

Description

This determines the volume of the Dual voice, lettingyou create an optimum mix with the Main voice.

This determines the octave range for the Dual voice.Use this to create an octave layer with the Main voice.

This determines the pan position of the Dual voice inthe stereo image. For a spacious sounding effect, setthis value at or near -7, and set the Main Voice Pan(page 27) at the opposite positive value.

This determines how much of the Dual voices signal issent to the Reverb effect. (See page 34.) Higher valuesresult in a louder Reverb effect for the Dual voice.

This determines how much of the Dual voices signal issent to the Chorus effect. (See page 35.) Higher valuesresult in a louder Chorus effect for the Dual voice.

This determines how much of the Dual voices signal issent to the DSP effect. (See page 36.) Higher valuesresult in a louder DSP effect for the Dual voice.

This determines the Dual voice. (See list on page 104.)

This turns the Dual Voice mode on/off. (This is thesame function as that of the DUAL button. It can alsobe controlled by a connected footswitch; see page 21.)

Dual Voice Dual On/Off


2 Select the desired Dual voice and make other set-tings for the voice (if desired) in the Function mode.


For the Dual voice to beheard properly, make sureto:* Select a different voice(#17, Dual Voice).* Set the volume to anappropriate level (#11, DualVolume).


3 Exit the Function mode.Once youve made all desired settings, press one of the other mode but-tons (SONG, STYLE, or VOICE).

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In the Split Voice mode, you can assign two different Voices to opposite parts of the PERFORMANCEsection of the keyboard, and play one Voice with your left hand while your right plays another. Forexample, you could play bass with the left hand and play piano with the right. The right-hand (orupper) Voice is selected in the Main Voice mode (page 25), and the left-hand (or lower) Voice isselected in the Split Voice mode, as described below.

Where the Split voice is actually played on the keyboard depends on the Part Control and PatternControl on/off settings. When both of these are off, the entire keyboard can be used for the Main andSplit voices. (For details, see page 13.)

1 Turn the Split voice on in the Function parameters(#28).To do this, press the FUNCTION button, then use the numeric keypad toselect parameter number 28. After FUNCTION stops flashing, use the +/-buttons to change the setting. (For details, see page 18.)

2 Make other settings for the Split voice (if desired) inthe Function mode.

For the Split voice to beheard properly, make sureto:* Turn the followingfunctions off: Part Control(page 59) and PatternControl (page 45).* Set the volume to anappropriate level (#21, SplitVolume).* Set the octave to amusically appropriatesetting (#22 Split Octave).For example, a bass voicemight best be played with a-1 setting, while a stringsvoice might sound best at1.* Set the desired Split Point(#29). For most purposes,however, the default SplitPoint of 071 (Main voicestarts at middle C) issuitable. (See the Param-eters list below for details.)



PLAYING TWO VOICES SPLIT VOICEPLAYING TWO VOICES SPLIT VOICE

Main voice

Split point

Split voice

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Function Parameters Split Voice

The Function parameters provide all settings for the Split voice. Like the similar settings in the MainVoice mode, these settings let you change or enhance the sound of the Split voice separate from theMain voice. These settings include:

Volume Octave Pan


Function Parameters


F21 Split Voice Volume S.Volume 0 127

F22 Split Voice Octave S.Octave -2 2 (octaves)

F23 Split Voice Pan S.Pan -7 (full left) 0 (center) 7 (full right)

F24 Split Voice Reverb S.RevLvl 0 127Send Level

F25 Split Voice Chorus S.ChoLvl 0 127Send Level

F26 Split Voice DSP Effect S.DspLvl 0 127Send Level

F27 Split Voice S.Voice 0 284

F28 Split On/Off Split on, off

F29 Split Point SplitPnt 000 127

Description

This determines the volume of the Split voice, lettingyou create an optimum mix with the Main voice.

This determines the octave range for the Split voice.Use this to set the most suitable range for the Split(lower) voice.

This determines the pan position of the Split voice inthe stereo image. For a spacious sounding effect, setthis value at or near -7, and set the Main Voice Pan(page 27) at the opposite positive value.

This determines how much of the Split voices signal issent to the Reverb effect. (See page 34.) Higher valuesresult in a louder Reverb effect for the Split voice.

This determines how much of the Split voices signal issent to the Chorus effect. (See page 35.) Higher valuesresult in a louder Chorus effect for the Split voice.

This determines how much of the Split voices signal issent to the DSP effect. (See page 36.) Higher valuesresult in a louder DSP effect for the Split voice.

This determines the Split voice. (See list on page 104.)

This turns the Split Voice mode on/off. This can also becontrolled by a connected footswitch. (See page 21.)

This determines the highest key for the Split voice andsets the Split point in other words, the key thatseparates the Split (lower) and Main (upper) voices.(The Split voice sounds up to and including the SplitPoint key.) The default Split Point is 071 (B3). Thevalue can also be set directly by pressing the desiredkey while this parameter is selected. While this is beingset, the keyboard does not produce any sound. Aftersetting this, make sure to select a different parameteror exit the Function mode before playing the keyboard.

The Split Point setting is related to and affected bythe Pattern Split Point setting. (See page 54.)

In order to use the entire keyboard for the Split andMain voices, turn the following functions off: PartControl (page 59) and Pattern Control (page 45).

Split Voice Split On/Off Split Point

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Voice Set, Touch Sensitivity, and Pitch Bend Range are three importantvoice-related parameters, and are found in the Function parameters.

When Voice Set (described in greater detail below) is set to on, you canautomatically call up a variety of voice-related settings that best suit theselected voice.

Touch Sensitivity (also described below) gives you dynamic, expressivecontrol over the voices by letting you set how the volume of the DJXresponds to your playing strength.

Pitch Bend Range lets you set the amount of pitch change when using thePITCH BEND wheel. (See page 7.)


F72 Voice Set VoiceSet oFF, on

F73 Touch Sensitivity TouchSns 1 3

F74 Pitch Bend Range PBRange 1 12(semitones)

Description

When this is set to on, selecting a voice also automaticallycalls up special voice-related parameters and values that bestsuit the voice. The parameters included in Voice Set are:

Main Voice Volume, Octave, Pan Dual Voice Number, Volume, Octave, Pan,

Reverb Send Level, Chorus Send Level, DSPSend Level

Arpeggiator Type, On/Off

Use the panel ARPEGGIATOR and DUAL buttons to turn therespective functions on or off.

A setting of 1 results in limited touch response; thissetting produces a relatively narrow dynamic range, nomatter how lightly or strongly you play the keys. 2 letsyou play over a normal dynamic range (soft to loud), while3 is designed for playing very soft passages, giving youslightly more detailed control in the soft volume range.

This determines the amount that pitch is raised or loweredwhen using the PITCH BEND wheel. At the minimumsetting, moving the PITCH BEND wheel up or downchanges the pitch by a maximum of 1 semitone or half-stepin either direction. At the maximum setting of 12, pitch ischanged over a range of one octave (12 semitones). ThePITCH BEND wheel affects only the voices played in thePERFORMANCE section of the keyboard.

Function Parameters Voice Set, Touch Sensitivity and Pitch Bend Range

Selecting and changing the Function parameters:Press the FUNCTION button, then use the numeric keypad to select the parameter number.After FUNCTION stops flashing, use the numeric keypad or +/- buttons to change the setting.(For details, see page 18.)

Function Parameters

ADDITIONAL VOICE FUNCTIONS VOICE SET, TOUCHSENSITIVITY, AND PITCH BEND RANGEADDITIONAL VOICE FUNCTIONS VOICE SET, TOUCHSENSITIVITY, AND PITCH BEND RANGE

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EFFECTS

The Reverb effect reproduces the natural ambient wash of sound thatoccurs when a instrument is played in a room or concert hall. A total ofeight different Reverb types simulating various different performanceenvironments are available.

1 Turn on the Reverb effect.Press the REVERB button.

Reverb can also beturned on and off witha connected footswitch(page 21), or fromFunction parameter#31 (page 38).

2 Set the desired Reverb Type (#32) in the Functionmode.


For a list of the Reverb Types, see page 39.

The panel REVERB on/offbutton affects only thekeyboard played voices. Ifyou want to turn off theReverb effect for the overallDJX sound (includingaccompaniment andsongs), set the Reverb Type(#9, page 39) to off.

These settings are notsaved when you turn off thepower. If you wish to savethem, save them to a Userbank in the PerformanceSetup feature (page 56).

Three additional ReverbTypes are available whencontrolling the DJX from aMIDI device. (For details,see page 114.)

The DJX is equipped with a wide variety of effects that can be used to enhancethe sound of the voices. Four general categories of effects are provided Re-verb, Chorus, DSP, and Arpeggiator and each category has many effect typesto choose from.

Application of the effects is also exceptionally flexible. All four effects can be used simultaneously, andthe degree of the Reverb, Chorus, and DSP effects can be adjusted independently for each of thevoices: Main, Dual, and Split.

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Indicates that Reverb is on

REVERBREVERB

1 Turn on the effect.

2 Set the effect type (Function mode).

3 Set the effect send level for the desired voices Main, Dual, Split(Function mode). (Not necessary for Arpeggiator.)

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The Chorus effect lets you enhance the sound of a voice with through theuse of pitch modulation. Two basic types are provided: Chorus andFlanger. Chorus produces a thicker, warmer, and more animated sound,whereas Flanger creates a swirling, metallic effect. A total of four Chorustypes are available.

The Chorus effect isapplied only to the key-board-played voices.


Three additional ChorusTypes are available whencontrolling the DJX from aMIDI device. (For details,see page 114.)

2 Set the Chorus Send Level for the desired voice(s).The Main, Dual, and Split voices can each be set to have different amountsof Chorus. Use the corresponding Chorus Send Level parameters in theFunction mode (Main: #05, Dual: #15, Split: #25) to control this. (Seepages 27, 30, 32.)

If the Chorus Send Level isset to a value near or at000, the Chorus effectmay not be heard.


EFFECTS

1 Turn on the Chorus effect (#33) and set the ChorusType (#34) in the Function mode.


For a list of the Chorus Types, see page 39.

CHORUSCHORUS

3 Set the Reverb Send Level for the desired voice(s).The Main, Dual, and Split voices can each be set to have different amountsof Reverb. Use the corresponding Reverb Send Level parameters in theFunction mode (Main: #04, Dual: #14, Split: #24) to control this. (Seepages 27, 30, 32.)

If the Reverb Send Level isset to a value near or at000, the Reverb effectmay not be heard.

The Chorus effect canalso be turned on andoff with a connectedfootswitch. (See page21.)

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The DSP effect section provides many reverb and chorus effects, plus awealth of other useful and dynamic effects for enhancing and changing thesound of the voices. Included among these miscellaneous effects arereverse gate reverb, phaser, rotary speaker, tremolo, echo, delay, distortion,equalization, and wah. A total of thirty-three DSP types are available.

1 Turn on the DSP effect (#35) and set the DSP Type(#36) in the Function mode.


For a list of the DSP Types, see page 39.

The DSP effect is appliedonly to the keyboard-playedvoices.


Eighteen additional DSPTypes are available whencontrolling the DJX from aMIDI device. (For details,see page 114.)


The DSP effect canalso be turned on andoff with a connectedfootswitch. (See page21.)

EFFECTS

2 Set the DSP Send Level for the desired voice(s).The Main, Dual, and Split voices can each be set to have different amountsof DSP. Use the corresponding DSP Send Level parameters in the Functionmode (Main: #06, Dual: #16, Split: #26) to control this. (See pages 27, 30,32.)

If the DSP Send Level is setto a value near or at 000,the DSP effect may not beheard.

DSPDSP

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Function Parameters Effects

The Effect Function parameters provide all effect-related settings (with the exception of the Sendparameters in the Main, Dual, and Split sections). These settings include:

Reverb On/Off Reverb Type Chorus On/Off Chorus Type

DSP On/Off DSP Type Arpeggiator On/Off Arpeggiator Type

EFFECTS

The Arpeggiator effect lets you automatically create a variety of patternsand arpeggios in the Main voice, simply by holding one or more keys in thePERFORMANCE section of the keyboard. A total of sixteen differentArpeggiator types are available.

The speed of the Arpeggiator depends on the BPM setting (page 41). Thespeed can also be controlled as you play with the ASSIGN knob or RIBBONCONTROLLER (when either of those controls are set to ArpeggiatorSpeed; see pages 64 and 67).

1 Turn on the Arpeggiator effect.Press the ARPEGGIATOR button.

2 Set the Arpeggiator Type (#38) in the Functionmode.


For a list of the Arpeggiator Types, see page 38.


If keys are being heldwhen the Arpeggiator isturned on, the Arpeggiatoreffect begins only whenanother key is pressed. Ifkeys are being held whenthe Arpeggiator is turnedoff, the Arpeggiator effectcontinues until all keys arereleased.

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Indicates that Arpeggiator is on


The DJX also has anArpeggiator Holdfunction that lets youuse a connectedfootswitch to keep theArpeggiator cycling,even when you takeyour hands from thekeyboard. (See page21.)

The Arpeggiatoreffect can also beturned on and off witha connected footswitch(page 21), or fromFunction parameter #37(page 38).

ARPEGGIATORARPEGGIATOR

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n Effect Types

EFFECTS

Function Parameters


F31 Reverb On/Off Reverb on, off

F32 Reverb Type RevType (See Reverb Typelist below.)

F33 Chorus On/Off Chorus on, off

F34 Chorus Type ChoType (See Chorus Typelist below.)

F35 DSP On/Off Dsp on, off

F36 DSP Type DspType (See DSP Type listbelow.)

F37 Arpeggiator On/Off Arpgator on, off

F38 Arpeggiator Type ArpgType (See Arpeggiato

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