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© ZOOM Corporation S) MRS-B(E).book 1 K- 2004#7R300 ME FRSH242 MRS-S MultiTrak Recording Studio Operation Manual Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In this manual, symbols are used 10 highlight warnings and cautions for you 10 read so that accidents can be prevented. The mes anings of these symbols are as follows:

This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters. If users Waming ignore this symbol and handle the device Caution the wrong way, serious injury or death could result. This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result. Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the MRS-8. + Power requirements Since power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter when possible. When powering the unit from batteries, use only alkaline types. [AC adapter operation] + Be sure 10 use only an AC adapter which supplies 9 V DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus” plug (Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter other than the specified type may damage the unit and pose a safety hazard. Connect the AC adapter only to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. + When disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet, always grasp the adapter itself and do not + During lightning or when not using the unit for an extended period, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet. [Battery operation] + Use four conventional IEC R6 (size AA) batteries (alkatine). + The MRS-8 cannot be used for recharging. Pay close attention to the labelling of the battery to make sure you choose the correct type. + When not using the unit for an xtended period, remove the batteries from the unit. If battery leakage has occurred, wipe the battery compartment and the battery terminals carefully to remove all remnants of battery fluid. + While using the unit, the battery compartiment cover should be closed. + Environment To prevent the risk of fre, electric shock or Wang. malfunction, avoid using your MRS-8 in environments where it will be exposed 1: + Extreme temperatures + Heat sources such as radiators or stoves + High humidity or moisture + Excessive dust or sand + Excessive vibration or shock + Handling + Never place objects filled with liquids, such as À vases, on the MRS-8 since this can cause electric shock + Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the MRS-8 since this can cause fire À The MRS-8 is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue pressure on the keys and other controls. Also take care not to drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure. + Connecting cables andinput and output jacks You should always turn off he power 10 the MRS-8 PIN and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. AIso make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the power cord before moving the MRS-8. + Alterations Never open the case of the MRS-8 or attempt to sg modify the product in any way since this can result in damage 10 the unit. + Volume Do not use the MRS 8 at a loud volume for a long Énen time since this can cause hearing impairment. ZOOM MRS-8

Usage Precautions + Electrical interference For safety considerations, the MRS-8 has been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from extemal interference. However, equipment thatis very susceptible 1 interference or that emits powerful uld not be placed near the MRS- 8, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out electromagnetic wave entirely With any type of digital control device, the MRS-8 included. electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning and can corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to minimize the sk of damage + Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth 10 clean the MRS-8. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax. or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or damage the surface. + Backup The data of MRS-8 can be lost because of malfunction or incorrect operation. Backup your data. + Copyrights Except for personal use, unauthorized recording from copyrighted sources(CDs, records, tapes, video clips, broadcast material and s0 on) is prohibited. ZOOM Corporation does not bear any liability for injunctions regarding the copyright law infringement. Please keep this manual future reference. a convenient place for ZOOM MRS-8

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14. Creating a new project .

12. Selecting the rhythm pattern to use.

Step 2: Recording the first track … 241 Adjusting input sensitivity. 2.2. Appling the insert effect .

2.3 Selecting a track and recording.

Step 3: Overdubbing .

3.1 Making settings for input sensi

insert effect … 3.2. Selecting a track and recording. Step 4: Mixing 41 Adjusting volume, pamning, and E.

4.2 Applying the send/retum effect

4.3 Applying the insert effect to a track

61 Using the mastering effect 29

Reference [Recorder] V-takes .… Suitching V-takes Changing the V-take name Moving to a desired point in the song (locate function) 85 Setting marks in a song (marker function) neseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeees 35 Setting a mark 35 Locating a mark 36 Deleting a mark 36 Playing back the same passage repeatediy {A-B repeat function)... 36 Re-recording only a specified region {punch-in/out function) 37 Manual punch-in/out 37 AAuto punch-in/out 37 Recording several tracks on a master track {mixdown function) 38 About he master track 38 Master track mixdown steps. 39 Playing {he master track 39 Combining multiple tracks on one or two tracks (bounce function) … 40 Making bounce settings 40 Executing bounce recording a Recording drum/bass sound on audio tracks hythm recording) 42 Selecting Ihe recording sourc 4 Rhyihm recording procedure 4 Making settings for pre-count operation … 43 ZOOM MRS-8

• MRS-B(E)book 5 A3 2004#7R30A ME FRSM242 Reference [Track Editing] . Editing a range of data. Basic steps for range eciting Copying a specified range of data p. 45
• Moving a specified range of data . 46 Erasing a specified range of data . 47 Trimming a specified range of data p. 47
• Fade-in/fade-out of specified data range p. 48
• Reversing a specified range of audio data Editing using V-takes … Le Basic steps for V-lake editing . 50 Erasing a V-take st Copying a V-take st Moving a V-take. st Exchanging V-takes. 52 Imporing a V-take from another project. Track capture and swap. Capturing a track Swapping track data Reference [Mixer] .… About the mixer . Assigning input signal to recording tracks … Adjusting the signal for each track {track parameters) Linking two tracks (stereo link) Reference [Rhythm] . About the rhythm section Drum kits and bass programs: 61 Rhythm patterns 62 Rhythm song 62 Rhythm pattern mode and rhythm song mode Playing rhythm pattems . Selecting a rhythm pattem 63 Ghanging the tempo 63 Ghanging the drum kit / bass program . 64 Using the pads to play drumvbass sounds …… 64 Creating a rhythm pattem . Preparations Drum sequence real-time input Bass sequence real-time input Drum sequence step input 70 Bass sequence step input 7 Entering rhythm pattern chord information . Changing the drum/bass sequence volume level 74 Assigning a name to a rhythm pattern p. 49
• ZOOM MRS-8 Reference [Effects] . Contents Editing rhythm patterns p. 75
• Copying a rhythm pattem . 75 Erasing a rhythm pattern. 76 Greating a rhythm song p. 76
• Selecting a rhythm song . 76 Entering pattern information using step input. 77 Using FAST for pattern information input 79 Entering chord information a Entering other information. 83 Playing a rhythm song … 7 Editing a rhythm song . 85 Copying a specified range of measures 85 Transposing the entire rhythm song 85 Copying a rhythm song, 86 Erasing 1he rhyihm song . 87 Assigning a name to a rhythm song 87 Importing rhythm patterns and rhythm songs from another project Editing various settings of the rhythm section … . 89 Basic procedure Le 89 Changing the length of the pre-count 89 Changing the metronome volume. 90 Adiusting the sensitiity of the pads 90 Checking the remaining amount of memory. 90 Swapping the lef/rght pan position 90 About the effects . Using the insert effect. About insert effect patches. Changing the insert location of ine insert effect Selecting Ihe patch for the insert effect 93 Editing an insert effect patch 95 Storing or swapping insert effect patches 98 AAssigning a name to an insert effect patch. …. 98 Apphing the insert effect only to the monitor signal Using the send/rotur effect . About the send/return effect patches 100 Selecting a send/return effect patch 100 Editing a send/return effect patch 100 Storing or swapping send/return effect patches Assigning a name to a send/ietum effect patch Importing patches from another project. p. 88

• Contents Reference [Projects]. About projects Working with projects. Basic procedure Loading a project Creating a new project Copying a project Erasing a project Changing the project name Protecting a project 107 Reference [MIDI]
• About MIDI … What you can do using MIDI … Making MIDI-related settings … Basic procedure Setting the drum kit/bass program MIDI channel 109 Tuming Timing Clock messages on or of. 109 Tuming Song Position Pointer messages on or of 110 Tuming Start/Stop/Continue messages on or of 110 Turing MIDI Time Code (MTC) messages on or of 110 Reference [Other Functions] p. 111
• Playing several projects continuousiy (sequence play) .… 111 Creating a playlist ant Playing a playlist 112 Using the tuner function … p. 114
• Using the chromatic tuner 114 Using other tuning types 115 Switching the level meter display type .… 116 Adjusting the display contrast and backlight . 116 Changing the SD card 117 Formatting an SD card.… 118 Checking the available SD card capacity/ project size Troubleshooting Problems during playback. Problems during recording . Problems with effects … Problems with the rhythm section … Problems with MIDI . Other problems … Appen Specifications. Effect Parameters Insert Effect Send/retum Effect 133 Effect Patch Insert Effect 134 Send/return Effect 139 Rhythm Patte … Drum Kits/Bass Programs. Instrument/MIDI note number chart . Files on SD card . MIDI implementation . MIDI implementation chart .… INDEX ZOOM MRS-8 p. 118

MRS-B(E).book 7 Introduction Thank you for selecting the ZOOM MRS-8 MultiTrak Recording Studio (simply called the “MRS-8” in this n The MRS-8 is a fascinating product with the following features. Four major functions in a compact unit The MRS-8 combines an 8-track SD card recorder, effect device, digital mixer, and drumybass machine in a single unit of amazingly compact dimensions. Everything you need to create music is right there. Use it to pre-produce a song at home or take it into the studio for some serious recording work, The MRS-8 is a great tool that will go anywhere Versatile input configuration handles a wide variety of sources In addition to the standard phone type jack, the MRS-8 features a combo type connector that can handle XLR plug leads (balanced) as well as phone plug leads (balanced and unbalanced). Guitar, bass, synthesizer and various other sources as well as microphones and direct boxes can be connected easily. À high-performance microphone is also built in, which is great for recording acoustic guitar or vocals. Recorder with 8 tracks x 10 virtual takes The recorder section provides four mono tracks and two stereo tracks, resulting in a total of eight tracks. Each track has ten virtual tracks (V-takes). À bounce function lets you play all tracks and record the result on an empty V-take. Dedicated master track for mixdown The master track is separate from the regular recording tracks and is optimized for mixdown with a minimum of fuss. A sequence play function lets you play the master tracks of multiple songs in suce for moving mixed-down songs onto an external recorder in one g0. ion, which is convenient + Fullfunction mixer | The built-in digital mixer handes the audio tracks and drum/bass sounds and allows adjusting parameters such as & level, panning, EQ, and effect intensity. The result is a full-fledged stereo mix to which the input signal can also be Î added. Two versatile effects The MRS-8 provides an insert effect for processing the input signal and/or any track, and a send/return effect is used via the mixer send/return loop. The insert effect can be used as mastering effect for the stereo mix, for adjusting the sound pressure and tonal qj ng mixdown. ty du: Rhythm section can be used to provide guide rhythm or accompaniment Realistic PCM sources produce drum and bass sounds that can be played in more than 500 rhythm patterns. By amming a combination of patterns and setting a chord progression, you can build the rhythm a 10 an entire song. prog animent com Compatible with system-wide synchronization The MIDI OUT connector can supply synchronization messages such as MIDI time code information and MIDI clock information. In combination with a computer, MIDI sequencer or similar device, this lets you create a system with profes Level synchronization. + Buïlt-in tuner with support for various tuning methods Besides the standard chromatic type, the tuner function of the MRS-8 also and other special tuning needs. ters for 7-string guitar, 5-string In order to take full advantage of the MRS-8'S versatile functions and to ensure trouble-free enjoyment, please read this manual careully. Keep this manual in a safe place together with the warranty card. ZOOM MRS-8 7

MRS-B(E)book 85 2004#7R30 ME FRSM24 Introducing the MRS-8 The MRS:8 is internally divided into the following four sections. © Recorder Records and plays back audio signals. © Rhythm section Uses the intern rhythms. 1 drum/bass sound source to play © Mixer Mixes the signals from the recorder and the drum/bass sound source into a stereo si al, for output via the output jacks and for mixdown on dedicated master tracks. e Effects Process input signal, recorder playback signals, or drum/ bass sound source signals in various ways, to achieve various sound characteristics. The following diagram shows the relationship and signal flow between each section. Recorder INPUT 4 LEE Recorder The recorder section ofthe MRS-8 has eight audio tracks. (A “track” is a separate section for recording audio data.) There are four mono tracks (track 1 — 4) and two stereo tracks (tracks 5/6 and 7/8). Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously simultaneously. nd up to 8 tracks can be played back ten switchable virtual tracks (called “V:takes”). For each track, one V-take can be selected for recording/playback. FL Erack 2 MASTER OUTPUT EE rack s Insert LEE r

effect Tracks 5/6 Tracks 7/8 From immediatehy To immediately after [MASTER] fader — Cgf Master Track --T)-» before MASTER] fader Rhythm section To : vaëk Send/return effect Mixer From master track ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 9 K—5 2004#7R30A ME FRSM242 Introducing the MRS-8 Currently selected V-take on tracks 1 8 and master track Mixer TETE) Tracks Master track The recorder section also provides a set of stereo tracks which are separate from the normal audio tracks. This is called the master track. The master track is reserved for use in mixdown. Rhythm section The MRS-8 contains a rhythm section that operates in syne with the recorder. It offers 511 accompaniment patterns (called “rhythm patterns”) that use the internal drum/bass sound generator. You can use the preprogrammed patterns, modify them in part, or create entirely new patterns from scratch Recorder Ta 1C Tracks Rhythm section Rm Ahythm \ Rythm Drum sound > 10 mixer pattern | patte pattern |. Bass sound 23 To mixer HINT ‘The drum/bass sound sources can be also played with the pads on the top panel. You can arrange rhythm patterns in the desired order of playback, and program chords and tempo to create the rhythm accompaniment for an entire song. (This is called hythm song”.) Up to 10 rhythm songs can be created, among which one is selected for editing/playback. ZOOM MRS-8 The playback signals from the audio tracks and the drum bass sounds are sent to the built-in digital mixer to create a stereo mix. For each track/sound, parameters such as volume, panning, and 2-band EQ (Hi and Lo) can be controlled independent. The resulting stereo mix is sent to the output jacks and can be sent to an empty V-take of the master track or any other tracks, for mixdown and bounce operation. Effects The MRS-8 provides two types of effects: insert effect and send/return effect. These effects have the characteristics described below: M insert effect This effect can be inserted at one of the following three points in the signal path. (1) Immediately after the input (2) _ In the output of any audio track or drum track/bass sound (3) Immediately before the [MASTER] fader In the default condition, position (1) input) is selected. When the setti a selected track or drum/bass sound is proces effect. When the setting is changed to (3), the final stereo mix can be processed. immediately after H Send/return effect This effect is internally connected to the send/return loop of the mixer section. The effect includes reverb, chorus and other processing types. The level of the signal supplied to the send/return effect send level) for each track/sound adjusts the depth of the effect. Raising the send level will produce a deeper effect for that track or sound.

MRS-B(E)book 10 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Front panel Input section Display section Gontrol section Effect section Rhythm section Built-in mic Input section INPUT] controls 1/2 IPEAK] tors LE" INPUT [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 Effect section ro uma (e) INPUT SRC] key INSERT EFFECT] key ISEND/RETURN] key

MRS-B(E)book 12 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% The INPUT 1 connector accepts a standard phone plug cable (unbalanced). The INPUT 2 connector accepts an XLR plug cable (balanced) or a phone MIDI sequencer (computer ete.) |PIug cable (balanced or unbalanced When a passive electric guitar/bass or other instrument with high output impedance is connected to INPUT 1, set the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch to GUITAR/BASS. When an active electric guitar/bass, a dynamic ï microphone, synthesizer or other device with low MiDl interface | Eiout impedance is connected to INPUT 1, set the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch to MIC/LINE. Bass MIDTIN Rear panel | Dynamic or condenser microphone “Lo euro)

mure ZCLCENE a un 00e QieTs 1@ © ñ = To power the MRS-8 from s ) an AC outlet, be sure to use only the ZOOM AD-0006 {available separatel)). Using anoïher AC adapter can lead to malfunction and damage. AC adapter Loop the cable of the AC adapter around the hook as shown in the diagram before connecting it to the [DC 12V] jack. This Synthesizer or sampler etc. will prevent the plug from being pulled out if the AC adaptor cable is accidentally pulled. When _connecting stereo output devices such as a synthesizer or CD player, connect the L output of the external device to INPUT 1 and the R output to INPUT 2. se, ( To monitor the sound with headphones, gs connect a pair of headphones to the DE dE PHONES jack. The listening volume can Headphones [P° adiusted vitn the PHONES control To prevent damage to the speakers of your monitor system, turn off the power of the SF system connected to the output jacks (or turn the volume all the way down) before you make connections. Be =) Monitor system (audio components or amplified speakers etc.) 12 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 13 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Inserting SD Card and Batteries Inserting an SD card Inserting the batteries For operating the MRS-8, an SD card or a miniSD card adapter (capacity 16 MB or more) must be inserted as storage media. Before inserting a card, verify that the with write protect feature is turned off. Make sure that power to the MRS-8 is turned off, and then insert the card as shown below SD card When inserting the card, push it all the way into the slot. To remove the card, turn power off and then pull the card out To remove or insert a card with the power turned on, be sure to follow the procedure described on page 117. Otherwise data may be permanently destroyed. NOTE + Ifthe card is inserted with wrong orientation, it wil not go all the way in. Never ty to force the card, as this may damage it. ZOOM MRS-8 The MRS-8 can be powered from batteries. Purchase the correct batteries and insert them as described below. ‘Turn the unit over and open the battery compartment cover. IEC RG (size AA) battery x 4

Insert four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries into | the compartment. (Use alkaline batteries.) Î

3. close the battery compartment cover.

NOTE If you are operating the unit on battery power and the indication [ ŒX ] appears in the bottom right of the display, the batteries are almost exhausted. Replace all four batteries with fresh ones as soon as possible.

MRS-B(E)book 14 K—5 2004#7A30R REA FÉSM24% Power On/Off To turn the MRS-8 on and off, follow the steps described below complete, the main screen appears. Power-on HINT

1. Make sure that the MRS-8 and peripheral + You can also format an 6D card after the MRS-8 has started

up, as described on page 118. + Ghanging the SD card while the MRS-8 is operating is possible by following the procedure described on page 117. equipment is turned off. Turn down the volume controls of connected equipment, the MRS-8, and the monitor system. 2,1 SD card into the card sl 4. Turn on the connected instrument and the Insert an SD card into the card slot. monitor system in that order.

3. Set the [POWER ON/OFF] switch of the

MRS-8 to ON. Power-off powss 1. Turn down the volume at the monitor Li system. a e

2. Turn off the monitor system and the

connected instrument in that order. , loading for the inserted SD card starts. During this 3. Setthe [POWER ON/OFF] switch of the Î the [SD CARD ACCESS] indicator lights up. MRS-8 to OFF. The indication “GoodBye See You!” appears on the D CARD ACCESS display and the unit is tumed off. Any settings and other information are stored automatically on the SD card. After a while, the following screen appears € Caution Never turn power on or off by connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. Otherwise data may be destroyed. alled the main screen. From this screen, you can In particular, if you disconnect the AC adapter access various recording and playback functions. while the [SD CARD ACCESS] indicator is lit, all data may be permanently destroyed. HINT To return to the main screen from other screens, press the 1EXTI key repeatedhy. If an SD card that is not ready for use in the MRS-8 is inserted, the indication “FORMAT?” appears when you turn the MRS-8 on. If you press the [ENTER] key at this point, the SD card will be formatted. When formatting is 14 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E) book 15 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Let's Record This section demonstrates the basies of recording and playback with the MRS-8. As an example, we explain how to record an electric guitar connected to the INPUT 1 connector. T. Connect the guitar to the INPUT 1 connector and set the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch to GUITAR/BASS (for a passive guitar) or MIC/LINE (for an active guitar).

2. Press the [NEW PROJECT] key in the

display section. Verify that the indication “PRUINOxx (where xxx is the project number) is shown on the first line of the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. A new project is created, and the unit goes into recording standby mode. If necessary, you can edit the project name in this condition (— p. 105). 3e Verify that the [MIC] key is flashing or out. Then press the INPUT [ON/OFF] key 1 so that the key is lit. In this condition, the INPUT 1 connector is active. HINT Ithe [MIC] key is lit, the buil-in microphone is active instead ofthe INPUT 1 connector In such a case, press the [MIC] key once to switch the key to flashing status.

4. While playing your guitar, use the [INPUT]

control 1 to adjust the input sensitivity. Make the adjustment so that the [PEAK] indicator fickers slightly when you play your instrument at its loudest volume. ZOOM MRS-8

Flickers occasionally

Press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section, and use the cursor left/ right keys to bring up the indication “INPUT” on the first line of the display. NOTE “INPUT” is not shown on the fist line of the display, check whether the INPUT [ON/OFF] key is It

6. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the following indication on the display. From this screen, you can adjust the input signal recording level (the signal level sent to the track). INPUT e] REC LUL 150 Recording level setting Z+ Turn the dial to adjust the recording level. be checked using the meter

MRS-B(E)book 16 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM249 Let's Record in the lower part of the display. Adjust the recording level so that the O (dB) segment for IN 1 flashes slightly when the guitar is at maximum volume. TAB) segment Input 1 recording level

8. Press the [EXIT] key repeatediy to return to

9. Press status key 1 repeatediy until the key

is litin red. When a status key is lit in red, the respective audio track (track 1 in this example) is selected as recording destination. Litin red 10, operate fader 1 and the [MASTER] fader to adjust the input signal monitor level. Faders 1 — 4, 5/6, and 7/8 adjust the volume for the respective track. When the input signal is sent to a track, the monitor level can be adjusted. The [MASTER] fader can be used to adjust the final output level. 11, To start recording, press the PLAY D>-] key while holding down the REC [@] key. A four-beat pre-count is heard, and recording starts. In the default condition of a project, an 8-beat rhythm pattern is played during recording and playback. Play

your instrument along with the rhythm pattern. Litin green Litin red HINT +_Ifyou do not want a rhythm pattern, select an empty rhythm patte (-+ p. 18) or mute the drum/bass sound (- p. 19). + In the defauit condition of a project, the insert effect processes the input signal. You can bypass the effect (-- p. 22) or select another effect patch (— p. 21). 12, When recording is complete, press the STOP [M] key. EEE The REC [@] key and PLAY [B] key go out, and recording stops. 13, To check the recorded contents, press the ZERO [«] key andthen press the PLAY D>] key. By operating the [MASTER] fader you can adjust the volume of the entire song (stereo mix signal level) 14, To cancel the recording condition, press the status key 1 so that the key is lit in green. gr Litin green 2O0OQ0C ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 17 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Now lets use your MRS-8 to do some actual recording. This Quick Tour describes the five steps that cover the entire proc ss from prepa on until the completion of a song + Step 1: Preparations Shows how to create a new project, select a guide rhythm, and perform other steps necessa «y for recording. + Step 2: Recording the first track Shows how to record the first track while using the insert effect on the input signal. + Step 3: Overdubbing Shows how to record further tracks while listening to a ck already recorded (overdubbing). + Step 4: Mixing Shows how to adjust the level, panning, and EQ of each ack, apply the send/return effect, and mix the recorded material to a pair of stereo tracks. + Step 5: Mixdown Finally the completed stereo mix is recorded on the master track to create the finished song ZOOM MRS-8 Step 1: Preparations

1.1 Creating a new project

On the MRS-S, song data are man alled “projects”. À project comprises recorded audio data as well as various rhythm and effect settings. By loading a project, the same condition as when the song w ed can be recreated. ged in units To start recording with the MRS-8, you must first create a project. Connect the instrument to record and the monitor system to the MRS-8 (-- p. 12). Insert the SD card to use for recording (p.19).

3. Turn power on in the order MRS-8 —

monitor system. When the MRS-8 starts up, the last handled project is automatically loaded.

4. Press the [NEW PROJECT] key in the

display section. When you press the [NEW PROJECT] key from the main screen, the display changes as follows. nd Co D PEJHogE À Cursor keys that PRJAO (CE In this condition, a new project can be created. The top right of the display shows the eursor keys that can be used on this screen.

MRS-B(E)book 18 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Quick Tour HINT + When creating a new project, the lowest free project number is automatically selected. + is also possible to create a new project from the project menu (-- p. 105)

5. Press the [ENTER] key.

A new project is created, and the main screen for audio track recording/playback appears. fo) HINT + When selecting a different project or creating a new project, the project you were working on up to that point is automatically saved PRJ_ 661 PRJOË 1 + When performing the power-off procedure for the MRS-8 {+ p. 14) the last project is automatically saved. + When creating a new project, you can edit the project name (p.105) NOTE While the MRS-8 is operating, do not remove the SD card. Otherwise data may be destroyed and malfunction may oceur. If you want to remove the SD card while the MRS-8 is on, be sure ta follow the correct procedure (- p. 117)

1.2 Selecting the rhythm

pattern to use The MRS-8 has a built-in rhythm function that operates in sync with the recorder, This lets you use drum sounds (drum kits) and bass sounds (bass programs) to create repeated rhythm patterns of several measures. By combining various patterns, you can create the rhythm accompaniment for an entire song (rhythm song). This section explains how to select a rhythm pattern for use as guide rhythm during recording. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatedly, until the key goes out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

Rhythm pattern number gg14117 © MTNS1UE ! RTE — Rhythm pattern name HINT ‘To return to the main screen from other screens, press the EXT] key repeatediy. The [EXIT] key always serves to return to the previous screen.

2. Turn the dial to select a pattern to use as

guide rhythm. Up to 511 types of rhythm pattern can be used in a project, (More than 450 of these are preprogrammed.) You select a pattern by turning the dial. When you turn the dial to select another rhythm pattern while a pattern is playing, the new pattern will start after the current pattern has finished. When you select a new patte with the cursor up/down keys, the new pattern begins playing immediately. In this example, we will select a simple rhythm pattern as guide rhythm for use during recording. If you select for example the rhythm pattern number 510, a 4/4-beat metronome sound is heard.

3. Set the [MASTER] fader to 0 (dB) and press

the PLAY D>] key in the transport section.

The selected rhythm pattern is played in syne with the recorder operation. The [TEMPO] key flashes according to the current tempo setting. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 19 K—5 2004#7A30R REA FÉSM24% Quick Tour In the default condition of a project, the sound the bass + When drum track is selected program (bass track) is muted. Therefore only the drum Kit (drum track) is heard when the rhythm pattern plays. HINT During rhythm pattern play, the pads corresponding to the currently produced sound of the drum kit (or pitch of the bass program) re flashing. You can also tap the pads to play the drum sounds/bass notes.

4. To change the tempo, press the [TEMPO]

key in the rhythm section and then turn the dial to change the tempo value shown on the display. Fu TENFO © ER, Értt= _pol Tempo value The signal level of the respective channel can be checked with the level meter in the lower part of the display. The tempo value can be set in 0.1 BPM steps. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the previous screen. sr ara mn | Lee HINT In the same way, the [DRUM/BASS] key can be used to You ne set the tempo by hiting the TEMPO] key select the sound (drum or bass), and then the [RHYTHM] repeatedh, Status key can be used to control muting onfoff for the di track/bass track.

5. To adjust the volume of the drum/bass FAR AREK/DASS ITR

track, use the [DRUM/BASS] key in the rhythm section to selectthe sound (drum or bass), and then operate the [RHYTHM] fader. The [RHYTHM] fader serves for controlling either the 7 [x] drum track or the bass track, When the key is lit, the drum track is selected. When the key is out, the bass track is selected. The [RHYTHM] fader then controls the respective level. Z. To return to the main screen, press the LEXIT] key.

6. To stop playback, press the STOP [MJke)

the transport section. Ô © © ZOOM MRS-8 19

MRS-B(E)book 20 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Quick Tour is selected as input source. To use two input sources simultaneously, hold down one Step 2: Recording the track INPUT [ON/OFF] key while pressing the other one. In this step, we explain how to select an audio track for mmQ US MO recording, how 10 record while listening 10 the guide oo) rhythm of the rhythm section, and how 10 use the insert A" NP effect on the input signal. D © © 1 Adjusting input sensitivity The INPUT [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 and [MIC] key lighting T. Connect an instrument to the INPUT 1/2 Status with various input selections is shown below. connector. The MRS-8 can handle up to two input sources at a time, *_ Input source = INPUT 1 connector from INPUT 1, INPUT 2, and the built-in mi INPUT 1 and the built-in mic are mutually exclusive. A Se A switch selects one of these for use as input source ©— © Lt Fishing Où

2. To use the built-in mic, press the [MIC] key or out

in the input section so that the key is lit. +_ Input source = INPUT 2 connector “&:6 gée ! DR A Out Flehing Lit 0-5 © Fe When the unit is in a mode where the built-in mic can be used, the [MIC] key in the input section flashes. If you press the key so that it is lit, the built-in mic will be active stead of INPUT 1 Depending on the insert effect setings, the built-in mic may not be available. In this case, the [MIC] key is out. *_ Input source = INPUT 1 connector + INPUT 2 connector IMIC] key IMIC] key IMC] key flashing out sr

ë o_& © Lt Fadhng Lt Buitin mie is Buit-n mic is or out acte available not available (INPUT 1 is. (INPUT 1 is. QNPUT 1 is inactive) active) active) + Input source = Built-in mic + INPUT 2 connector

3. Use the INPUT [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 to select qu ue mm

ne Neur re © © © The INPUT [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 control the INPUT 1 Lit Lit Lit connector (or built-in mic) and INPUT 2 connector respectively. When a key is lit, the signal from that input 20 ZOOM MRS-8

4. While playing your instrument, adjust the

INPUT] control for the input(s) selected in step 2, to adjust the input sensitivity. The sensitivity of INPUT 1 and the built-in mic is adjusted with the [INPUT] 1 control. The sensitivity of INPUT 2 is adjusted with the [INPUT] 2 control. Make adjustments so that the [PEAK] indicator in the input section flickers slightly when you play your instrument at its loudest volume. Flickers Input 1 recording level The input signal level can be checked with the level meter IN L/IN 2 bars in the display.

2.2 Applying the insert effect

The insert effect can be applied to a point immediately after the input, to the output of any track, or immediately before the [MASTER] fader. The insert effect actually is a multi-effect unit that contains a number of single effects effect modules) such as compressor, distortion, and delay, connected in series. When you apply the insert effect to the input signal, you can record the processed signal on a track. The following steps show how to apply an insert effect suitable for guitar/bass. T. Press the [INPUT SRC] key in the effect section. eme The indication “IN” (input) appears on the second line of the display. In this condition, you can select the insert effect position In the default condition of a patch, “IN is selected. If ZOOM MRS-8 another setting is currently displayed, turn the dial to select “IN”. IH SRC

2. Press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the

The display changes as follows. From this screen, you can select the insert effect algorithm (combination of effect modules used simultaneously) and patch (effect

program). Algorthm name Standard Paichname Patch number The MRS-8 has eight algorithms with multiple patch d selections for each algorithm. To use the insert effect, select the algorithm first and then call up one of the patches in that algorithm.

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

algorithm. The following algorithms are available. + CLEAN + DIST + ACO/BASS SIM (shown on the display as “Ac/ BsSIM”) + BASS These algorithms + MIC An algorithm suitable for vocals and other microphone recordings re suitable for recording guitar/bass.

MRS-B(E)book 22 K—5 2004#7A308 HA FÉSM24 Quick Tour + LINE An algorithm suitable mainly for recording line-level output instruments such as synthesizer or electric piano. + Dual MIC An algorithm for two entirely separate mono input and mono output channels, for use with two microphones. + MASTERING (shown on the display as “MASTRING”) An algorithm suitable for processing the final stereo mixdown signal. HINT In the default condition of a project, the GLEAN algorithm is selected for the insert effect. NOTE When a patch ofihe CLEAN, DIST, ACO/BASS SIM, or BASS algorithms is selected, ihe buit-in mic cannot be used. But vien the insert effect is temporariy bypassed, when “CABINET” is selected on the PRE AMP/DRIVE module, or vien the module is turned of, you can use he built-in mic.

4. Set the [MASTER] fader to 0 (dB). While

playing your instrument to check the sound, use the dial to select the patch. 300 patches can be used with the insert effect. The effect type and intensity for a patch can be adjusted as needed. The patches available with the different algorithms are HINT When *EMPTY" is shown as the path name, the patch is empty. Selecting such a patch wil have no effect. NOTE Depending on the selected algorithm, the input/output signal routing wil change (-+ p. 94).

3. To adjust the signal level recorded on a

track, press the [TRACK PARAMETERI] key in the control section and then press the INPUT [ON/OFF] key. D ee The insert effect output level may change according to the selected patch. When recording with the insert effect applied, you will have to adjust the recording level according to the selected patch.

6. Press the cursor down key repeatedly to

bring up the indication “REC LVL” on the second line of the display. The display changes as follows. The REC LVL parameter shown on this screen indicates the signal level after passing the insert effect, which will be recorded on the track. listed below INPUT mr REC LUL 100 Algorithm Patch number CLEAN 0-29 » » . er + Z+ Turn the dial to adjust the recording level.

BASS TH 8. To return to the main screen, press the MIC 0-49 LEXITI key. LINE 0-49

MASTERING 0-2 To record without using the insert effect, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the effect section repeatediy untilthe key goes out. While the key is eut, the insert effect is bypassed. 22 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 23 K—5 2004#7A30 REA FÉSM24% Quick Tour + Wen the insert effect is bypassed for recording, setting the When a status key is red, the track is in the recording REG LVL parameter to 100 (defaut) results in unity gain (the standby condition and the input signal is assigned to that recording level same as the input level. track. If a mono track (1 — 4) has been selected as recording : the signal routing will be as follows. wacl

2.3 Selecting a track and

recording Mono track selected a Now we will select a track and record the input sound One Input source (@)— > — (with the insert effect applied) on that track. Ù Ù T. From the main screen, repeatedly press the 1 msn status key of the recording track until the Two Input sources PE > [l C Ù 1 0000 If a stereo track has been selected as recording track, the signal routing will change as shown below. Except for the V-take selection, the parameters for lefUright stereo î L tracks are set 10 the same values. This is useful for recording from a stereo source such as a synthesizer or CD player. The audio track status keys are used to select the Stereo track selected recording track and to switch muting for each track on ms | and off. Each time you press a status key, the key will oO) cycle through the following states. Two Input sources ©@— | Status key E Out HINT + You can select up to two tracks for recording, either one Mute off Mutson Selected as recording track stereo track or to mono tracks. To select two mono tracks, press 1he fit status keÿ of an odd/even-numbered pair s0 hat til in red, and then hold doun that key and press the other keÿ 80 that it also is tin red. be sent to the tracks and will go directly to the y + the input signal is mono, selecting a pair of stereo tracks as IMASTER] fader. (Panning and send/return effect depth target il ensure that he le/aghtapread added by certain can be adjusted in this case.) it ét singe is preserved in recording When all status keys are green, the input signal will not Recording track not selected 2. Setthe faderforthe recordingtrack andthe IMASTERI] fader to 0 (dB). Then adjust the volume of the monitor system while playing your instrument. MASTER 3. To begin recording, press the ZERO [4] key to return to the beginning of the song. Then hold down the REC [@] key and press @ the PLAY D>] key. we Input sources ZOOM MRS-8 23

Both keys light up, and a pre-count of 4 beats is heard Then recording will begin. Record the first instrument track while listening to the guide rhythm from the rhythm section. HINT +_ The number and the sound of the pre-count clicks can be changed (-- p. 43). + Ifthe input signal is distorted, refer to steps 2.1 and 222 to readjust the input sensitivity and recording level.

4. When you have finished recording, press

the STOP [m] key. The REC [@] key and PLAY [B] key go out, and recording will stop. The indication “wait...” is briefly shown on the display, and then the main screen reappears. HINT ‘The duration of the “wait...” period may differ. Never turn power to the unit off while “wait... is being shown on the display. Otherwise recorded data may be lost and damage to the unit may occur.

3. Tolisten to the recorded content, press the

ZERO [K«] key to return to the beginning of the song (counter zero position), and then press the PLAY [>] key. Basic operation of transport keys The track will be played back together with the selected guide rhythm from the rhythm section HINT + You can specify a position in minutes/seconds/miliseconds or measures/beats/ticks and move directly to that point (+ p. 35). + By setting marks at the desired points, you can quickly jump to these points (- p. 35).

6. To stop playback, press the STOP [I] key.

To redo the recording, repeat steps 3 — 5. Z+ When you are satisfied with the recorded content, press the status key of the recording track until it is lit in green. The recording standby condition of the track is canceled. HINT + Arecorded track can be copied, deleted, or edited (—- p. 44). + By switching the V-take for the track on which you have recorded, you can record again on the track without erasing ‘he current recording. REW IX] key Moves the current position back in 1-second steps. Movement speed can be increased by holding down the REW [K{] key and pressing the FF [>>] key. ZERO [k{] key Returns the recorder to the Start position (counter zero position) FF >] key Moves the current position forward in 1-second steps. Movement speed can be increased by holding down the FF D>] Key and pressing the REW [44] key. STOP [I] key Stops the recorder. REC [@] key I you press the PLAY (b-] key while holding down this Key, recording starts. Pressing the key during PLAY D] key Starts recorder playback from the current position. playback causes punch-in and pressing the key during recording causes punch-out (-p. 37). ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 25 A5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Quick Tour Step 3: Overdubbing In this step, you will learn how to record another instrument on another track, while listening to the content you recorded in step 2. Adding parts in this way is called “overdubbing” 1 Making settings for input sensitivity and insert effect As in step 2, select the input source, adjust input sensitivity and recording level, and make settings for the insert effect. T. Connect the next instrument you want to record, and adjust input sensitivity in the same way as in step 2.1.

2. Select the algorithm and patch for the

insert effect in the same way as in step 2.2.

3. When the setting is complete, press the

[EXIT] key to return to the main screen. 2 Selecting a track and recording Now you're ready to record the second instrument on another track, while listening to the content of the first track and the guide rhythm T. Repeatediy press the status key of the track on which to record, until the key is lit in red. This track is now in the recording standby condition. Verify that the status key of the recorded track and the TRHYTHM] status key are lit in green.

2. Set the [MASTER] fader to 0 (dB) and use

the fader of the recording track to adjust the monitoring level. IF necessary, set the recorder to playback and operate the faders to adjust the monitor level balance between the recorded track and the track to record.

3. To begin recording, press the ZERO [&(]

key to return to the beginning of the song. ZOOM MRS-8 Then hold down the REC [@] key and press the PLAY D>] key. After the pre-count, recording on the new track will begin. Record your instrument while listening to the guide rhythm and the recorded track. Æ. When you have finished recording, press the STOP [I] key. The indication “wait.” is briefly shown on the display, and then the main screen reappears.

3. To check the recorded content, press the

ZERO [K«] key once more to return to the beginning of the song, and press the PLAY D>] key. The guide rhythm of the rhythm section and the previously recorded track will be played back along with the newly recorded track. Use the faders as necessary to adjust the level balance.

6. To stop playback, press the STOP [I] key.

HINT To redo the recording, repeat steps 3 — 5. You can also start rerecording from party into the track and use the punch-in/ punch-out function (-- p. 87) to redo a limited passage only. When you are satisfied with the recorded content, press the status key of the recording track until it is lit in green. The recording condition for that track is turned off. You can now record more tracks in the same way HINT ‘The maximum number of tracks that can be recorded is 8. But even when al 8 tracks have been filed, you can stil use the bounce function (also called ping-pong recording) to move the contents from multiple tracks onto 1 or 2 tracks. ‘Then you can select another V-take for the bounce source tracks and record more (-- p. 40).

MRS-B(E)book 26 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Quick Tour Step 4: M When you have finished recording all tracks, you can use the built-in mixer to adjust parameters such as volume level, EQ (equalizer), and panning (stereo leftright positioning) to create the stereo mix. 1 Adjusting volume, panning, and EQ Adjust the volume, panning, and equalization for each track by controlling the track parameters of the built-in mixer T. To adjust the volume balance between tracks, operate the faders in the fader section. By operating the faders of a pair of stereo tracks, you can adjust the leftright level together. To add the drum/bass track to the mix, operate the IRHYTHM] fader after switching the [DRUM/BASS] key between lit (drum track selected) and out (bass track selected). This will adjust the drum/bass track mixing balance. To control the mute/on status, select the drum or bass track with the [DRUM/BASS] key and then press the IRHYTHM] status key. The signal level for each track can be checked with the respective bars in the display.

Track 1 — 8 signal level NOTE In some cases, the current fader position may not match the volume setting value for a track stored in a project (such as when the fader was moved for another project and then the previous project was called again). In such a case, the volume may not change until the fader setting has been changed to a certain extent.

If an input signal is not required, press the lit INPUT [ON/OFF] key so that the key goes out. Waile the INPUT [ON/OFF] key is lit, the signal from that input will be added to the stereo mix. If the input Signal is not required, the key should be turned off.

3. To adjust EQ and panning for each track,

press the [TRACK PARAMETERI] key in the display section. You now can adjust various track parameters such as equalization and panning for each track.

keys to select the track for which you want &) to make a setting. The status key for the currently selected track is lit in orange

TRE EG _ HI G While a track parameter is shown, you can use the status keys and cursor left/right keys to switch tracks. The cursor leftright keys cycle through the following selections: drum track — bass track —> audio track 1-8 Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up the parameter that you want to adjust. TRE a FAN ü ZOOM MRS-8

6. Turn the dial to select the setting value.

HINT By pressing the [ENTER] key while an EQ parameter or the EFX SEND LEVEL parameter is displayed, you can switoh that parameter (EQ HI, EQ LO, etfect send) on and off.

7. Repeat steps 4 - 6 to adjust other

parameters. By using the cursor lefvright keys or the status keys to select other tracks, you can adjust the parameters for these tracks.

8. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXIT] key. HINT Some track parameters (EQ, panning etc.) can also be used for the drum/bass track and input signals. ZOOM MRS-8

4.2 Applying the send/return

effect The track signals sent 10 the internal mixer can be individually processed by an effect that is connected | internally to the send/return loop of the mixer. (This is & called the send/return effect.) Send Sendrretumn effect Rein The intensity of the send/return effect can be adjusted for k by using the send level parameter (which controls the signal level that is sent to the effect) stronger effect each trs Increasing this parameter will result action. This section describes how 10 adjust the send level for each track

MRS-B(E)book 28 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24 Quick Tour M Selecting the send/return effect patch T. From the main screen, press the [SEND/ RETURN] key in the effect section. The display changes as follows. From this screen, you can select the send/return effect patch. eme mx ENT LE DS) © HoChorus 4 Patch name Patch number

2. Turn the dial to select the patch.

The send/return effect has 60 patches (of which 40 are preprogrammed). HINT In the default condition of a project, the send level for the send/retum effect is set to zero for each track. Therefore you need to raise the setting to verify the sound produced by the effect.

3. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXIT] key. M Adjusting the send/return effect intensity

4. From the main screen, press the [TRACK

PARAMETER] key in the display section, and then use the cursor left/right keys or the status keys to select the track for which you want to adjust the send level.

5. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the indication “EFX SEND” onto the second line of the display. In this condition, you can adjust the send level for the track.

6. While playing the song, turn the dial to

adjust the send level value for the track. Z. Adjustthe send level for other tracks inthe same way.

LEXIT] key. HINT If no recording track Is selected, you can apply the insert effect to the input signal. .3 Applying the insert effect to a track You can apply the insert effect to the output of any track (audio track or drumbass track), so that it post-processes the output signal of the track. T. From the main screen, press the [INPUT SRC] key in the effect section. The currently selected insert location appears on the display.

2. Use the status keys or turn the dial to bring l

up the track to which you want to apply the db insert effect on the second line of the | display. The status key of the selected track lights up. IH SRC e) TF1 HINT Ifrequired, you can use the effect on two mona tracks. To do this, press the status keys for an odd-numbered and even- numbered track together, or turn the dial to select a mono track x 2 as insert target (TR 1/2, TR 8/4).

3. Press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the

effect section. The screen for selecting the insert effect algorithm/patch appears ZOOM MRS-8

algorithm, and turn the dial to select the patch. The currently selected algorithm/patch is shown on the display. If required, switch the patch while playing the song to check the sound. When you finish checking it, stop the song and press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen. HINT By using the bounce function (-- p. 40), you can record the processed track on an empty V-take. This lets you retain the processed sound and then apply he insert effect at another position. ZOOM MRS-8 Step 5: Mixdown When the mix is ready, you can transfer it onto two tracks to create the finished song, This procedure is called “mixdown”. For mixdown, you can either use the MASTER OUTPUT. connectors and record the song on an external recorder, or you can record the song on the internal master track of the MRS8 The master track is a dedicated pa is separate from the normal audio tracks. When you select the master track as recording track, the signal immediately after the [MASTER] fader is recorded. of stereo tracks that This section explains the mixdown procedure for recording on the master track.

5.1 Using the mastering

effect By applying the insert effect immediately before the [MASTER] fader, you can process the stereo mix signal for mixdown. If you select a patch of the MASTERING algorithm, you can adjust the sound pressure and tonal quality of the final mix during mastering. NOTE While the insert effect is inserted immediately before the [MASTER] fader, you cannot use the effect for processing the input signal or for post-processing a recorded track. Press the [INPUT SRC] key. Me)

2. Turn the dial to bring up the indication

“MASTER" on the second line of the display. IN_SRC MASTER The insert effect is now inserted immediately before the IMASTER] fader.

3. When the setting is complete, press the

[EXIT] key to return to the main screen.

4. Press the [INSERT EFFECT] key and use

the cursor up/down keys to bring up the indication “MASTRING” on the first line of the display. The insert effect algorithm is switched to MASTERING. The second line of the display shows the currently selected patch. MASTRING … € Plusalfa 8

5. While playing the song, turn the dial to

select the patch. If desired, you can edit the patch to modify the effect further (— p. 95). If the sound is distorted when you apply the mastering effect, verify that the sound of each track is not distorted and then lower the overall fader set

6. When you have checked the sound, stop

the song and press the [EXIT] key. The main screen returns. .2 Mixdown onto the master track After the mastering effect settings have been made record the final mix on the master track. T. From the main screen, press the ZERO [«] key to return to the beginning of the song.

2. Press the PLAY [»-] key to play the song,

and operate the [MASTER] fader to adjust the volume of the stereo mix. The signal level after the [MASTER] fader can be checked by observing the rightmost bars of the level meter in the display. I the 0 dB segment lights up during play, fine-tune the signal level by turning down the IMASTER] fader. After checking the level, press the STOP [I] key. Let channel signal level —T right channel signai level |

3. Repeatediy press the [MASTER] status key

until the key lights up in red. Litin red

Press repeatediy The master track is now selected for recording. HINT While the [MASTER] status key is li in red, the other tracks can be operated normally. This lets you fine-tune the mixing balance also at this stage.

4. Press the ZERO [K«] key to return to the

beginning of the song. Then hold down the REC [@] key and press the PLAY [b-] key. Recording on the master track starts. ZOOM MRS-8

5. When recording is completed, press the

6. To play the master track, repeatediy press

the [MASTER] status key until it is lit in green. While the [MASTER] status key is lit in green, the master track can be played. During this period, the signals from all other tracks are muted. The insert and send/return effects are also disabled. Z. Return to the beginning of the song, and press the PLAY [>] key. The master track is played back. The playback volume can be adjusted with the [MASTER] fader. À

8. To stop playback, press the STOP [M] key. Î

9. To return the tracks and effects to normal

operation, press the [MASTER] status key 0 that the key goes out. Muting of the tracks and the effect byp: canceled, and the unit reverts to the ori; condition is 1 condition. HINT + Like the other tracks, the master track also has 10 V-takes. ‘This lets you switch the V-take and create diferent versions. with different mixing balance (-- p. 82). +_ The contents ofthe master track can be edited later (> p. 44) + You can play the master tracks of multiple projects in succession (> p. 111) ZOOM MRS-8 31

MRS-B(E)book 32 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] This chapter explains the various audio recording and playback functions. V-takes Each audio track (1 — 8) and the master track conta alled “V-takes €, which will be used for recording and ten virtual tracks, For each t ack, you can select one such record multiple vocal or guitar solos on the same and later compare them and select the best V-take. k. For example, you can switch V-takes as you ack, Vtakes selected for tracks 1 - 8 and master track

Tracks Master track HINT For stereo tracks (racks 5/6, 7/8) you can select a separate VAtake for the odd-numbered and even-numbered track Switching V-takes Here's how to switch the V-take used by the audio or the master track. T. From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section. You can now select various track parameters.

2. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the indication “TR x-yy” on the display {where x is the track number and yy is the V-take number). The V-take name is shown on the second line of the display.

HINT + If you select a V.take on which nothing is recorded, the indication “NO DATA" appears. + If you select the master track, number. “M° is shown as the track

3. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys to select the track for which to switch the V-take. TR 3 1 D GTR 3 1 HINT | Wien You select a stereo track it a status Ke, each push Î of the key toggles between the odd-numbered track and even-numbered track.

4. Turn the dial to select the V-take.

3. Repeat steps 3-4 as necessary, to select a

V-take for each track.

6. To finish, press the [EXIT] key.

The main screen appears again. Changing the V-take name ke that has been recorded will be automatically med an 8-character name, according to the following pattern. (x denotes the track number, and yy the V-take number.) + GTRx-yy Vatake recorded through CLEAN, DIST, or ACO/BS SIM algorithm of insert effect ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 33 K—5 2004#7A301 REA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] + BASx-yy V-take recorded through BASS algorithm of insert effect + MIC x-yy V-take recorded through MIC algorithm of insert effect + LINx-yy V-take recorded through LINE algorithm of insert effect + DUL x-yy V-take recorded through DUAL MIC algorithm of insert effect + MAS x-yy V-take recorded through MASTERING algorithm of insert effect + BYPx-yy Vitake recorded without passing through insert effect + BOU x-yy V-take recorded using the bounce function or rhythm recording function You can change the assigned name of a V-take as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section.

2. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the indication “TR x-yy” on the display {where x is the track number and yy is the V-take number).

keys to selectthe track for which to change the V-take name. NOTE If you select a V-take on which nothing is recorded, the indication “NO DATA" appears and the name cannot be edited.

4. Press the [EDIT] key.

The cursor (flashing box) appears on the first character of the V-take name. This indicates that you can change the V-take name. ZOOM MRS-8 gkebans Cursor Use the cursor left/right keys to move the cursor to the character to change, and use the dial or the pads and keys in the rhythm section to select the character. During character input, you can use the cursor lefuright Keys to move the input position. Characters can be input either by turning the dial or pressing the pads and keys of the rhythm section, as described below. + Deleting a character Move the cursor to the character to delete, and press the LEDIT] key. The character is deleted and subsequent characters move one position to the left + Entering a character with the dial The dial changes the character under the cursor. Turn the dial until the desired character is shown, The following characters can be selected. Numerals: 09 Letters: A-Z,a-7 d Symbols: (space) !"#$ % &*()#+,-./15<> CLR + Entering a character with the rhythm section pads and keys Move the cursor to the input position and repeatedly press the respective pad or key 10 enter a numeral, letter, or symbol. The pad/key assignments are shown below ISONG/PATTERNI] key Padg Symbolx+ ORUM/BASS] key WXYZ wxyz mean He key NE mn | Emo fai œi Dore sn. bot oi LS Ana? M cp] | 2 ts. pass 118 mo Numeral: 5 Pad 6

MRS-B(E)book 34 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] subsequent characters move one position to the right. To clear the old name first, press the [EDIT] key repeatedly until all characters are erased, and then start the input procedure. When all characters are cleared and you press pad 1 repeatedly, the character under the cursor changes in the order A B—C-—1-—A—B TakeName TR_1= 1 LEDIT] key JL 7 [TskeName Preérepeatecly J Pad (TakeHame

s the cursor To switch between upper and lower case, pr down key. The currently selected case is indicated by the “A° or “a” shown on the second line of the display. You can change the case of a letter after you have already input it by pressing the cursor down key immediately afterwards. upper eue [TSKEName EL character indication

Louer case | I -3 case narcier icaton By pressing another pad or key after entering a character, the cursor will move to the next position, without the need for pressing the cursor key. If the next character to input is assigned to the same pad, you must first press the cursor right key once to move the eursor, and then enter the character. An example for entering “BASS” from scratch is shown below. TakeHame eo

Cursor [>] key Pad& y TakeHame D Press x4 NOTE ‘The space character and some symbols (* # $ % ‘,— ./:;< >= {1% {7 {\) cannot be entered with the pads and keys ef the rhythm section.

6. Repeat step 5 to complete the desired

name. 7 To finish, press the [EXIT] key. The main screen appears again. HINT Ifthe contents of a V-take are erased, the name reverts to “NO DATA". ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 35 A5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] Moving to a desired point in the song (locate function) Setting marks in a song (marker function) Using the counter indication on the display, you can specifÿ a location within the song in time units (minutes/ seconds/milliseconds) or in measure units (measures/ beats/icks), and move to that location Seconds Measures Ticks T. Verity that the transport is stopped and the main screen is shown. The locate function can only be used when the transport is stopped.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to move the

flashing part to the unit to change. The unit that can be changed is indicated by the flashing value.

3. Turn the dial to change the value.

When you change the displayed value, the recorder immediately moves to the new location. Pressing the PLAY [B] key starts playback from that point. HINT + While the transport is stopped, the REW [44] / FF [>] keys can be used to move backward or forward in 1-second steps. + If you have set marks using the marker function, you can use the locate function to move among marks. For details, see the next section. ZOOM MRS-8 This function lets you set index information (marks) at any position in a song. Up to 100 marks can be set in one project. When you have specified marks, it is easy to jump to them at any time. This is useful to quickly repeat playback from a certain point du a mixing operation. Setting a mark Here’s how to assign a mark at the desired location in a song. Locate the point where you want to assign a mark. A mark can be assigned either during playback or when ie transport is stopped.

2. Press the [MARK/CLEAR] key inthe control

section. A mark is ssigned to the current location. The mark number appears in the MARKER field at the bottom right of the display When the current position matches the mark, a marker icon appears to the right of the mark number Mark numbers (01 — 99) are assigned automatically in ascending order from the beginning of the song. If you add a new mark between two existing marks, the subsequent marks will be renumbered Add a mark ge g

HINT Mark number 00 is already set at the beginning of the song {the counter zero location)

MRS-B(E)book 36 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] Locating a mark This section explains how to select a mark and move to its position. This can be done in two ways: you can use dedicated keys to jump to marks in the vicinity, or you can specify the mark number directly: M Locating the next or previous mark T. From the main screen, press either the MARKER [K«] or D» ] key in the control section. Each time you press the key, the unit jumps to the next mark before or after the current location. Mark Current location

1. From the main screen, use the cursor left/

right keys to cause the mark number to flash. In this condition, the mark number can be changed. 0b- 2- 8 aire mt }—-Mark number flashes

2. Turn the dial to select the desired mark

number. As soon as the number is changed, the recorder jumps to that number Deleting a mark Here’s how to delete a mark that you assigned.

1. Locate the mark to delete.

The mark whose number is shown in the MARKER field can be deleted. A mark can only be deleted when it exactly matches the current location. Make sure that the mark icon is shown. If not, use the MARKER [4 ]/ [bb ] keys to jump to the exact marker point.

2. Press the [MARK/CLEAR] key inthe control

section. The selected mark will be deleted, and subsequent marks will be renumbered. HINT + Itisnot possible to delete the mark (number 00) located atthe beginning of the song. + A deleted mark cannot be recovered. Playing back the same passage repeatedly (A-B repeat function) AB repeat is a function that automatically plays only a specified section of a song. This is useful to listen to the same passage repeatedly T. Move to the point where repeat playback should start, and press the [A-B REPEAT] key in the control section. The key flashes, and the repeat start location (point A) is set. HINT ‘The A/B point can be specified either during playback or when the MRS-8 is stopped.

2. Move to the point where repeat playback

should end, and press the [A-B REPEAT] key once more. The [A-B REPEAT] key changes from flashing to constantly lit, and the repeat end location (point B) is set. NOTE If you specify a point B that is located earlier than point A, the region from points B —- A will be played repeated.

3. To redo the A/B point setting, press the [A-

B REPEAT] key so that it goes out, and then repeat the procedure from step 1. Æ. To begin repeat playback, press the PLAY D>] key. When point B is reached, the recorder jumps to point A, and playback resumes. ZOOM MRS-8

6. To turn off repeat playback, press the [A-B

REPEAT] key. The key goes out, and repeat playback is turned off. The AJB point locations will be erased. Re-recording only a specified region (punch-in/ out function) Punch-infout is a function that lets you re-record just a specified region of a previously recorded track. The action of switching a currently-playing track to record mode is called “punch-in”, and the action of switching back from recording to playback is called “punch-out” The MRS-8 provides two ways to do this. You can use the panel keys to punch-infout manually (“manual punch-in/ out”), or you can cause punch-in/out to occur automatically at previously specified points (“auto punch-in/out”). Manual punch-in/out To re-record a part of a track using the panel keys, proceed as follows.

1. Raise the fader of the track on which to

perform punch-in/out to a suitable position.

2. Press the status key of that track

repeatedly, until the key is lit in red.

3. Play your instrument connected to the

INPUT jack and adjust the input sensitivity and recording level as required. For information on how to adjust input sensitivity and recording level, see page 15.

4. Locate a point shortly before the intended

punch-in point, and press the PLAY D] key to begin playback. 5 When you come to the punch-in point, press the REC [@] key. The REC [@] key lights up, and the MRS-8 switches from playback to recording. ZOOM MRS-8

6. When you come to the intended punch-out

point, press the REC [@] key once more. The REC [@] key from recording to playback. j0es out, and the MRS-8 switches Z. To stop the recorder, press the STOP [M] key.

8. To check the newly recorded content,

locate to a point before the punch-in point, and press the PLAY [>] key. Auto punch-in/out Auto punch-infout is a function that lets you specify beforehand the region to be re-recorded. This is convenient when you cannot operate the MRS-8 because you are playing the instrument yourself, or when very fast playback/record switching is required. In point Track|Playback MSA Playback In order to perform auto punch-in/out, you must first specify the In point (the point where the recorder switches from playback to record) and Out point (the point where the recorder switches from record to playback), and then perform the recording operation Out point T. Raise the fader of the track on which to perform punch-in/out to a suitable position.

2. Play your instrument connected to the

INPUT jack and adjust the input sensitivity and recording level as required. For information on how to adjust input sensitivity and recording level, see page 15.

3. Locate the point where punch-in should

oceur, and press the [AUTO PUNCH 1/0] key. The key flashes. This sets the “In point” at which recording will begin.

4. Locate the point where punch-out should

oceur, and press the [AUTO PUNCH 1/0] key once more. The key changes from flashing to solidly lit. This sets the “Out point” at which recording will end. While the key is lit, auto punch-in/out is active.

track on which to perform punch-in/out, until the key is lit in red.

6. Use the Locate function to go to a spot

before the In point. Ifthe current location is outside the region between the In and Out points, the status key flashes in red. When the current location is between the In point and Out points, the status key is lit in red. In this case, use the locate function once again to go to a point that is earlier than the In point. Z. Torehearse the auto punch-in/out process, press the PLAY [>] key. The MRS-8 will begin playing. When you reach the In point, the track on which you are punching in/out will be muted. When you reach the Out point, muting is defeated. (You are always able to monitor the input signal during this time.) Performing this action does not delete or record anything on the track. To change the positions of the In point or Out point, press the [AUTO PUNCH 1/0] key so that the key goes out, and then repeat steps 3 — 4. When you are finished rehearsing, move again to a location earlier than the In point.

8. To actually perform auto punch-in/out, hold

down the REC [@] key and press the PLAY D] key. The MRS-8 will begin playing. When you reach the In point, recording begins automatically (punch-in). When you reach the Out point, recording ends automatically and playback resumes (punch-out).

9. When you are finished recording, press the

STOP [M] key. 10, To listen to the recorded result, repeatedly press the status key for the track on which yourecorded, until the key is lit green. Then move to a location earlier than the In point, and press the PLAY [>] key. To re-do the punch-in/punch-out recording, repeat steps 5

11. When you are satisfied with the recording,

press the [AUTO PUNCH 1/0] key so that the key goes out. The auto punch-in/out function is canceled, and the In point and Out point settings are discarded. Recording several tracks on a master track (mixdown function) This section explains how to play recorded audio tracks as well as drum/bass track sounds and record them as a stereo mix on a master track (mixdown) About the master track The master track is a set of stereo tracks that is separate from the normal audio tracks. The most common use of the master track is as a track on which the end result of a mixdown proces The MRS-8 offers one master track for each project. Similar to the regular audio tracks, the master track also has ten virtual tracks (V-takes). This allows you to record different mixes on several V-takes and select the optimum take later When you switch the master track to the recording condition, the signal after passing the [MASTER] fader {the same signal as available from the MASTER OUTPUT jacks) is recorded on the master track. is recorded. HINT Itis possible to play the master tracks of several projects in succession (- p. 111). ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 39 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] Master track mixdown steps Here’s how to mix audio tracks and the drum/bass track sound onto two stereo channels and record these on the master track. T. Press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section and use the cursorup/down Keys to bring up the indication “TR x-yy” on the display (where x is the track number and yy is the V-take number). TE _4- 1 GTR 4 1

2. Use the [MASTER] status key or the cursor

lefright keys to select the master track. The name of the V-take selected for the master track is shown. (If there is noting recorded on the V-take, the indication “NO DATA" is shown.) TR We 1 © NO _ DATA

3. Use the dial to select the V-take.

When you have selected the V-take, press the [EXIT] key 10 return to the main screen.

4. From the main screen, press the [MASTER]

status key so that the key is lit in red. The master track is now ready for recording, The signal after passing the [MASTER] fader will be sent to the master track. The other tracks operate normally, also while the [MASTER] status key is lit in red.

5. Press the PLAY [>] key to start playback

and adjust the mixing balance. The individual track level settings as well as panning, insert effect, and send/return effect settings all have an influence on the signal that is sent to the master track. Adjust levels while watching the L/R level meter, and make sure that no signal clipping occurs.

6. To carry out the mixdown operation, press

the ZERO [k«] key to return to the beginning of the song, and then press the PLAY D] key while holding down the REC Ie] key. ZOOM MRS-8 Recording on the master track starts. Z. When recording is complete, press the STOP [M] key. Playing the master track To play the recorded master track, proceed as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [MASTER] status key repeatediy until the key is lit in kis now ready for playback. In this mode, all other status keys are out and the audio tracks and drumbass track are muted. The insert and s effects are also switched off.

2. Press the ZERO [4] key to return to the

beginning of the song, and then press the PLAY [>] key. Playback of the master track starts. To adjust the playback volume, use the [MASTER] fader.

4. To cancel the master track playback mode,

press the [MASTER] status key so that the key goes out. Muting for the audio tracks and drum/bass track is canceled, and the unit returns to the previous condition.

MRS-B(E)book 40 K—5 2004#7A30 SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] Combining multiple tracks on one or two tracks (bounce function) “Bounce” is a function that mixes the sound from the audio tracks and drum/bass track, and records them on a mono or stereo audio track. (This is sometimes called “ping-pong recording”) You might bounce the contents of tracks 1 — 6 onto tracks 718 and then switch the V-takes of tracks 1 — 6 to record new versions of your performance. If necessary, you can play back all tracks 1 — 8, and bounce the signal onto an empty V-take of a selected track. HINT + You can mix the signals from the [INPUT] jacks into the bounce recording. + You can bounce the drum/bass track only, while playing back All other tracks (+ p. 42). This lets you record a drum fil-in by. hiting the pads while listening to the audio tracks. Making bounce settings Before using the bounce function, make the required settings as follows. M Selecting operation status of bounce destination track(s) By default, the bounce destination recording track(s) will be automatically muted. This is to prevent the content of the track being mixed to the bounced signal. To play back the V-take of a track while you bounce- record onto another V-take of that track, use the following procedure to change the internal setting so that the recording track(s) will also play back. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM BOUNCE" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “BOUNCE RECTRACK" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The current setting is shown. RECTRACK O MUTE The indications have the follow meaning. + MUTI The recording track(s) will be muted (default setting). + PLAY: The recording track(s) will play back.

4. To play the bounce destination track, turn

the dial to change the setting to “PLAY”.

5. To return to the main screen, press the

IEXIT] key repeatediy. M Selecting the recording destination V-take | By default, the result of the bounce operation will be [O) recorded on the V-take that is currently selected for the | recording track(s). To play back a track while bouncing onto another V-take of that track, you can use the following procedure to change the recording destination. V-take. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM BOUNCE" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

3. Verify that the indication “BOUNCE REC

TAKE” is shown on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The V-take currently selected as bounce destination is shown. ZOOM MRS-8

CURRENT The following settings are available. + CURRENT (default) The bounce result will be recorded on the V-take currently selected for the recording track. + 1-10 Regardless of the V-take currently selected for the track, the bounce result will be recorded on the specified V-take.

[EXT] key repeatediy. HINT By setting the operation for the bounce destination track(s) to “PLAY” and selecting an unused V:take as recording destination, you can play all tracks and bounce the result as an entire song onto the V-take. Executing bounce recording This example explains how to bounce the contents of all tracks onto V-take 10 of tracks 7/8. T. Refer to “Making bounce settings” and set the BOUNCE RECTRACK parameter to “PLAY”.

2. Reter to “Making bounce settings” and set

the BOUNCE REC TAKE parameter to “10”.

3. Press the status key of tracks 7/8

repeatedly, until the key is lit in red. In this condition, V-takes 10 of tracks 7/8 are selected as bounce destination. HINT + When a single mono audio track is selected as bounce destination, the bounce signal is mixed to mono for recording. When a pair of mono tracks with odd/even numbers is selected as bounce destination, the bounce signalis recorded in stereo. To achieve correct lefright positioning of the ZOOM MRS-8 bounced result, setthe Pan parameter for the odd-numbered and even-numbered tracks to separate left and right settings.

4. Press the [BOUNCE] key.

The key lights up and the bounce function for the destination tracks is turned on. While the key is lit, the track(s)/V-take(s) selected in steps 2 and 3 are used as recording destination. Other tracks and effects are unchanged.

3. Play the song from the beginning and

adjust the mixing balance of the various tracks. ndividual track level and panning set sert effect and send/return effect settings all have an influence on the mixed signal that is sent to the bounce sas well as destination tracks. Adjust levels while watching the L/R level meter, and make sure that no signal clipping occurs.

6. Press the ZERO [k«] key to return to the

counter zero position, and press the PLAY D>] key while holding down the REC [@] key. Bounce recording starts. Z. When recording is complete, press the STOP [M] key. HINT Itis also possible to combine the bounce function and the auto punch-in/out function (+ p. 37)

MRS-B(E)book 42 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Recorder] Recording drum/bass Sound on audio tracks {rhythm recording) The MRS-8 allows you to bounce only the drum track or bass track onto any track, while playing all tracks. This function is called “rhythm recording” This lets you record a drum fil while listening to the audio tracks. Selecting the recording source In the default condition of a project, the signal immediately after the [MASTER] fader is selected as recording source for bouncing. To record the drumvbass track, you must switch the recording source to the drum &ack or bass track. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. SYSTEI PRÔLJECT

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM BOUNCE" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “BOUNCE REC SRC” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The currently selected bounce recording source is shown. REC_SRC MASTER The following settings are available. + MASTER Signal immediately after [MASTER] fader + DRUMTR Drum track

n by hitting the pads + BASSTR Bass track

4. Tumthe dial to select “DRUM TR” or “BASS

TR” as recording source.

3. Press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to

the main screen. Rhythm recording procedure While playing the audio tracks, you can now record the drum/bass track on any audio track T. From the main screen, press the [BOUNCE] key. The key lights up, and bounce recording is active.

2. Repeatedly press the status key for the

track on which to record, until the key is lit in red. In this condition, the signal of the track selected in step 4 of “Selecting the recording source” will be recorded. HINT To record the drum track in stereo, select a pair of stereo tracks (or two mono tracks) as recording destination. f only one mono track is selected, the leftright signals will be mixed to mono.

3. Press the [SONG/PATTERNI key in the

rhythm section, and turn the dial to select the rhythm pattern/rhythm song. To record your pad play, select an empty rhythm pattern/ rhythm song. Check that the sounds 10 play are assigned to the pads. Æ. Press the PLAY [»-] key and adjust the drum/bass track output level. Adjust levels while watching the level meter, and make sure that no signal clipping occurs.

3. Press the ZERO [k«] key to return to the

counter zero position, and start recording. The rhythm pattern/rhythm song play is recorded on the audio track. If you hit the pads during recording, this sound will also be captured. ZOOM MRS-8

When play is complete, press the STOP [M] key. Z. Press the [BOUNCE] key. The key goes out, and bounce recording is canceled. To return to the normal condition, switch the recording source back to “MASTER”, as described in “Selecting the recording source”. Making settings for pre- count operation In the default condition of a project, a pre-count of four beats is heard before the start of recording. The number of beats and the pre-count volume can be changed as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. SYSTEM PRÜJECT

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM PreCount” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. (e] PreCourrt COUT

3. To change the number of pre-count beats,

press the [ENTER] key. The current setting is shown. Ti selection from the following choices. a the dial 10 make the count is turned off. 1-8 A pre-count of 1 — 8 beats is heard. + SPECIAL A special pre-count as follows is heard ZOOM MRS-8

Number of pre-count beats When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the screen of step 2. Æ. To change the volume of the pre-count sound, use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “PreCount VOLUME” on the display, and press the LENTER] key. The display changes as follows. Turn the dial to set the volume (0 — 15). VOLUME )

Pre-count volume 3 When the setting is complete, press the IEXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. When you initiate a recording, the selected number of pre-count beats will be heard at the selected volume.

fm 44K-5 2004#7A30 ME FRGMHA 0 Reference [Track Editing This section explains how to edit audio data of editing functions: specifying a range within Editing a range of data The procedure for specifying a range within a track and then performing an editing action is explained below Basic steps for range editing When performing editing for a specified range of some steps are similar for eac follows. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display. SYSTEM PROJECT

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM TR EDIT” on the display.

The track edit menu for operating on a range of data appears TR EDIT Copa

contained on tracks 1 — 8 of the recorder section. There are two major types a track for editing, or editing an entire V-take. ° Tim Retain only a specified range of audio data and erase the rest + Fade 1/0 (Fade-in/out) Perform fade-in/fade-out over a specified audio data interval. + Reverse Reverse a specified range of audio data.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The screen for selecting the track and V-take for editing appears. The display shown below is an example for selecting the Copy command in step 4. Lors Sre ©

6. Use the dial orthe status keys to selectthe

track (1-8, MASTER), and use the cursor | up/down keys to select the V-take number ) (1-10). Î TR 3 1 A V-take that is not currently selected for the track can also be selected for editing. When track 8 is selected, turning the dial clockwise lets you select odd/even track pairs (track 1/2, track 7/8 ete.) or the master track. Corps Src O TR12 NOTE + You can press the status keys for two adjacent odd/even- numbered mono tracks together to select these tracks. + Repeatediy pressing the status keys for stereo tracks selects the ode-numbered track, even-numbered track, and stereo track in sequence. + When two tracks or the master track have been selected as editing source, the editing destination must also be two tracks or the master track. The currently selected V-take for each track will be the destination. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 45 A5 2004#7A301 REA FÉSM24% Reference [Track Editing] Z. Press the [ENTER] key. The subsequent steps will differ, depending on which command was selected in step 4. See the sections for the respective commands.

8. When the editing command has been

carried out, press the [EXIT] key repeatediy to return to the main screen. NOTE After executing an edit command for rewriting audio data, the original data cannot be restored. To retain the condition before editing, use the capture and swap function (- p. 53) You can copy the audio data of a specified range to a specified position on a specified track/V-take. This action will overwrite the existing data at the destination location. The copy source data will be unchanged. Copy source track [ I | [ I ] Copy D

Copy destination track T. Refer to steps 1 - 6 of “Basic steps for range editing” to select the copy source track/V-take, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the copy start point. The copy range start point is shown on the counter in minutes, seconds, milliseconds, and in measures, beats, and ticks. ZOOM MRS-8

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to move the

lashing section ofthe counter, and turn the dial to specify the copy start point. The point can be specified in minutes/seconds/ milliseconds, or in measures/beats/ticks. You can also use the MARKER [I] / [> ] keys to jump to a mark (— p.

36) and use this as starting point.

as described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [B>] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The display now shows “Copy Dst TR x-yy” (where x is the track number and yy the V-take number). From this screen, you can specify the copy destination track/V-take. TR 1 1 HINT You can select he same track 28 copy source and copy destination, and the copy destination range may overlap the copy source range.

6. Select the copy destination track/V-take in

the same way as for the copy source, and press the [ENTERI] key.

MRS-B(E)book 46 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Track Editing] The display changes as follows. From this screen, you can specify the copy destination start point Z. Specity the copy destination start point in the same way as in step 2, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “Copy SURE?” appears on the display.

8. To carry outthe copy operation, press the

[ENTER] key. When the copy operation is completed, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Moving a specified range of data You can move the audio data of a specified range to a specified position on a specified track/V-take. This action will overwrite the existing data at the destination location. The move source data will be erased Move source track

as described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [B>] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The display now shows “Move Dst TR x-yy” (where x is the track number and yy the V-take number). From this screen, you can specify the move destination track/V- Move destination track T. Refer to steps 1 - 6 of “Basic steps for range editing” to select the move source track/V-take, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the move start point. Move _Src START

take. Move Dst © TR_1— 1 HINT You can select the same track as move source and move destination.

6. Select the move destination track/V-take in

the same way as for the move source, and press the [ENTERI] key. The display changes as follows. From this screen, you can specify the move destination start point. ZOOM MRS-8

7. Specity the move destination start point in

the same way as for the move source, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “Move SURE?” appears on the display.

8. To carry out the move operation, press the

[ENTER] key once more. When the move operation is completed, the unit returns 10 the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Erasing a specified range of data You can erase the audio data of a specified range and return the range to the mute (non-recorded) condition. Erase IDE TI ] T. Refer to steps 1 - 6 of “Basic steps for range editing” to select the track/W-take for erasing, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the erase

as described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [B>] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The indication “Erase SURE?” appears on the display.

6. To carry out the erase operation, press the

IENTER] key. When the erase operation is completed, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Trimming a specified range of data and adjust the data start/end point (trimming). This is useful to eliminate unnecessary portions from a You can érase the audio data outside of a specified range Ÿ completed master track. Trim Trim nn + NOTE When data before a specified section are erased (trimmed), the remaining audio data will move up by that amount. ‘Therefore the timing may become mismatched with regard to other tracks. T1. Refer to “Basic steps for range editing” to select the track/V-take from which to trim data, and press the [ENTERI] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the start point of the range that you want to keep.

The display changes to “Trim Sre END”. This screen lets you specify the end point of the range that you want to keep.

4. Specity the end point in the same way as

described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [Be] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

5. Press the [ENTER] key.

The indication “Trim SURE?” appears on the display.

6. To carry out the trimming operation, press

the [ENTER] key. When the trimming operation is completed, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time Fade-in/fade-out of specified data range You can fade in or fade out the audio data over a specified range Fade-in L— ID I T. Refer to steps 1 - 6 of “Basic steps for range editing” to select the track for fade- in or fade-out, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the fade-infout start point.

4. Specity the fade-in/out end point in the

same way as described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [B>] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The display changes as follows. Volume change cuve

6. Turn the dial to select the fade-in or fade-

out curve. Curves 1-1 to 1-3 are for fade-in, and curves o-1 to 0-3 are for fade-out. The different kinds of curves look as follows. ZOOM MRS-8

Fade-out Z. Press the [ENTER] key. The indication “Fade SURE?” appears on the display.

8. To carry outthe fade-in/fade-out operation,

press the [ENTER] key once more. When the fade-in/fade-out operation is completed, the unit returns to the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Reversing a specified range of audio data You can reverse the order of a specified range of audio data. Reverse [scene] En | T. Refer to steps 1 - 6 of “Basic steps for range editing” to select the track/W-take for reversing, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the reverse start point. ZOOM MRS-8

4. Specity the reverse end point in the same

way as described in step 2. If you press the PLAY [B>] key at this point, the specified range will be played.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The indication “Reverse SURE?” appears on the display.

6. To carry out the reversing operation, press

the [ENTER] key. When the reverse operation is completed, the unit returns 10 the track edit menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time

MRS-B(E)book 50 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Track Editing] Editing using V-takes Recorded audio data can also be edited in V-take units This is convenient to exchange the data on two V-takes or delete a V-take that is no longer needed. The procedure is explained in this section. Basic steps for V-take editing When editing audio data in V-take units, some steps are similar for each action. These are as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section.

2. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the following indication on the display. This screen lets you select the V-take. While the screen is shown, the V-take for the audio tracks (1 — 8, master &ack) can be switched HINT If you select a V-take on which nothing is recorded, the indication “NO DATA" is shown.

3. Use the cursor leftright keys or the status

keys and the dial to select the track and V- take. The status key for the currently selected track orange. Itis also possible to select the master track. In this case, the track number indication shows “M”. lit in HINT Pressing the status key for a stereo track repeatediy selects the odd-numbered track and even-numbered track in sequence. Æ. Press the [FUNCTION] key in the control section. Commands for editing audio data in V-take units appear on the display.

call up the command to use. The following editing commands are available. + Erase Erase the audio data on a specified V-take. + Copy Copy the audio data of a specified V-take to another V- take. + Move Move the audio data of a specified V-take 10 another V- take. + Exchg (Exchange) Exchange the audio data of a specified V-take with the data of another V-take + Import Import any V-take from another project saved on SD card HINT You can stil change your track and V:take selection while selecting an editing command.

6. Press the [ENTER] key.

The subsequent steps will differ, depending on which command was selected in step 5. See the sections for the respective commands. Z+ When the editing command has been carried out, press the [EXIT] key repeatediy to return to the main screen. NOTE After executing an edit command for rewriting audio data, the original data cannot be restored. To retain the condition before editing, use the capture and swap function (- p. 53). ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 51 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM249 Reference [Track Editing] Erasing a V-take You can érase the audio data on a specified V-take. The V- take is returned to the non-recorded condition. Erase [ I 1 ] T. Refer to steps 1 - 5 of “Basic steps for V- take editing” to select the track/V-take to erase and to bring up the indication “ERASE” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. The indication “ERASE SURE?" appears on the display.

2. To carry out the erase operation, press the

[ENTER] key once more. The V-take name changes 10 “NO DATA” and the V-take reverts to the non-recorded condition. When the erase operation is completed, the V-take selection screen appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Copying a V-take You can copy the audio data of a specified V-take to any other V-take. This action will overwrite any existing data on the destination V-take. The data on the copy source V- take will be unchanged. Copy source track : es es à 2 Copy

Copy destination track T. Refer to steps 1 - 5 of “Basic steps for V- take editing” to select the track/V-take to copy and to bring up the indication “COPY” on the display. Then press the [ENTERI] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the copy destination track/V-take.

TR_1- SE ZOOM MRS-8 HINT I nothing is recorded on the V-take selected as editing destination, the indication “E” is shown next to the V-take number.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys and the dial to select the destination trackW-take, and press the [ENTER] key. If no audio data exist at the copy destination, the indication “COPY SURE?” appears on the display. If audio data exist, the indication “OverWrt?" is shown. When the copy operation is performed, these data will be overwritten.

3. To carry out the copy operation, press the

LENTER] key once more. When the copy operation is completed, the unit returns to the V-take selection menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Moving a V-take You can move the audio data of a specified V-take to any other track/V-take. This action will overwrite any existing, data on the destination V-take. The data on the move source V-take will be erased Move source track Î l j [ ] Move

Move destination track T. Refer to steps 1-5 of “Basic steps for V- take editing” to select the track/V-take to move and to bring up the indication “MOVE” on the display. Then press the IENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the move destination track/V-take.

TR_1- 2 HINT I nothing is recorded on the V-take selected as editing

MRS-B(E)book 52 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Track Editing] destination, the indication “E” is shown next to the V-take number

2. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys and the dial to select the destination trackW-take, and press the [ENTER] key. 1f no audio data exist at the move destination, the indication “MOVE SURE?” appears on the display. If audio data exist, the indication “Over Wrt?" is hown. When the move operation is performed, these data will be overwritten

3. To carry out the move operation, press the

[ENTER] key once more. When the move operation is completed, the unit returns 10 the V-take selection menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. You can exchange the audio data of two specified V-takes. Et CD Exchange d Î EX | I NOTE You cannot exchange V-takes of the master track. T. Refer to steps 1 - 5 of “Basic steps for V- take editing” to select the track/V-take to exchange and to bring up the indication “EXCHG” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. You can now select the other track/V-take. EXCHG TO TR_1= 3

2. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys and the dial to select the exchange destination track/W-take, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “EXCHG SURE?” appears on the display.

3. To carry out the exchange operation, press

the [ENTER] key once more. When the exchange operation is completed, the unit returns to the V-take selection menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. Importing a V-take from another project You can import any V-take from another project into a specified track/V-take of the current project. Any audio data on the destination V-take are overwritten by the imported V-take. ‘Track of import source project import | os ‘The master track cannot be specified as import destination or import source. T. Refer to steps 1-5 of “Basic steps for V- take editing” to select the import destination track/V-take and to bring up the indication “IMPORT” on the display. Then press the [ENTERI] key. The name of the import source project is shown on the display. IMPORT ( PRJÈEE 2 Project number Import source project name

2. Turn the dial to select the import source

project, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can specify the import source track/V-take. ZOOM MRS-8

select the track/V-take to import, and press the [ENTER] key. When an unrecorded track/V-take is selected, the indication “NO DATA” is shown instead of the V-take name

4. Press the [ENTER] key.

The indication “IMPORT SURE?" appears on the display. If audio data exist at the import destination, the indication “OverWrt?" is shown. When the import operation is performed, these data will be overwritten.

5. To carry outthe import operation, press the

[ENTER] key once more. When the import opera mpleted, the unit returns 10 the V-take selection menu. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time on is ZOOM MRS-8 Track capture and swap You can capture the audio data of any track and temporarily store them. Later you can swap the captured data with the current data of the tr k. This lets you save the state of a track before an editing operation. If the result of the operation is not as desired, you can then easily restore the track to its previous state M Capture Recorded data Recorder Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Captured data of track 1 Capture operation for track 1 MSwap Rerecorded data Recorder Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Captured rack 1 7 Sap operalion fortrack 1

Recorder Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Captured daté OR track 1 Capture/swap is performed on a track basis. If required, you can capture all audio tracks. Captured audio data will be retained on the SD card until another project is loaded or the power is turned off. Capturing a track You can capture the audio data of any specified track. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display.

MRS-B(E)book 54 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Track Eciting] Swapping track data TEN S a a ack c PROJECT You can swap the current data of a track with the captured data

2. Use the cursor leftright keys to bring up T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/

the indication “SYSTEM CAP/SWAP” onthe UTILITY] key in the display section. display, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT” appears on the The display changes as follows. display. — 2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up SÉRTURE © the indication “SYSTEM CAP/SWAP" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

3. Use the status keys or the dial to select a 3. Use the status keys or the dial to select a

track for capture. track that was previously captured. The status key for the currently selected track is lit in When you select a captured track, the indication “SWAP"” orange. Itis also possible to select the master track. In this appears on the display. case, the indication shows “MASTER” and the IMASTER] status key is lit

TR1 HINT + Tracks for which sterco link is active, stereo tracks, and the master track can only be captured in stereo HINT + A track for which an unrecorded V-take is selected cannot be If you select a track that was not captured, the indication | captured “CAPTURE" appears. $

4. Press the [ENTER] key. NOTE —

The indication “CAPTURE SURE?" appears on the Captured audio data can only be swapped with the original display track.

5. To carry out the capture operation, press 4. Press the [ENTER] key.

the [ENTER] key once more. The indication “SWAP SURE?" appears on the display. When capture is completed, he indication “SWAP TR x” (where x is the track number) appears on the display. This 5. To carry out the swap operation, press the indicates that the track has been captured and can be [ENTER] key once more. swapped if necessary When the operation is completed, the audio data of the By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, selected track will have been replaced by the previously you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a captured audio data. time. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key. you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a

6. To return to the main screen, press the time

IEXIT] key repeatedly. HINT By perlorming the swap operation once more, you can return the track contents to the previous condition.

6. To return to the main screen, press the

IEXIT] key repeatedly. 54 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 55 A5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Mixer] This section explains the functions and operation of the mixer built into the MRS-8. About the mixer The MRS-8 incorporates a mixer that processes the audio track output signals as well as the drum kit/bass program output signals (the drum track/bass track) into a stereo mix that is supplied to the MASTER OUTPUT jacks. The mixer adjusts parameters such as level, panning, EQ, and send/return effect intensity for each track The level for the audio tracks is adjusted with the corresponding faders in the fader section. The [MASTER] fader adjusts the stereo mix/master track volume. The level ofthe drum track and bass track is adjusted with the [RHYTHM] fader after selecting either drum bass track with the [DRUM/BASS] key. ack or Similarly, mute on/off for the audio tracks is switched the status keys (1-4, 5/6, 7/8), and mute on/off for ack is switched using the [RHYTHM] the drum/bass status key, The [MASTER] status key switches the master track between recording and playback. Gontrol of drum track/bass track Control of tracks 1 - 8 Control of stereo mix or master track

INPUT Track3 DT Track 4 lo recoraing ac SR standby trac} Tracks 5/8 Tracks 7/8 From immediately fader Rhythm section ro immediately er CT Master Tac Be IMASTER] D [MASTER] fader Bass program Send/return effect From master track ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 56 K—5 2004#7A301 SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Mixer] If no recording track is selected, the signal from the inputs can be sent to the mixer and mixed to the output signal during bounce and mixdown. In this case, track parameters such as panning and send/return effect depth can be set for the input signal. Assigning input signals to recording tracks This section explains how to select the input source signal from the INPUT 1/2 connectors and the built-in microphone, and how to send it to the audio tracks for recording The MRS-8 allows you to select up to two signals from the INPUT 1/2 connectors and the built-in mic. The INPUT 1 connector and the built-in mic are switchable, and one of these can be used at a time. The following combinations are possible. Input source Signal type INPUT 1 connector | Mono INPUT 2 connector __| Mono Buit-in mic Mono INPUT 172 connectors _ | Stereo Buitin mic + INPUT 2 connector Sexo NOTE +_ The buit-in mic can normal only be used when an algorithm ther than CLEAN, DIST, or ACO/BS SIM is selected for the insert effect. + Whenthe PRE AMP/DAIVE module is set to GABINET or OFF, the built-in mic can be used also when one of the above algorithme is selected for the insert effect. + The status of the [MIC] key indicates whether the buit-in mic can be used. When the key is flashing, the mic can be used When the key is out, the mic cannot be used. T. When using the INPUT 1/2 connectors, make sure that the instrument or mic that to be recorded is connected to the respective input. NOTE When using the INPUT 1 connector, the [INPUT1 SELECT] switch on the rear panel must be set to the correct position for the instrument.

2. Select the input source as follows.

The input source selection is made using the INPUT LON/OFF] 1/2 keys and the [MIC] key. Repeatedly pressing a key toggles between the lit/out (or flashing) conditions. + Selecting one INPUT connector Verifÿ that the [MIC] key is flashing or out. Then press the INPUT [ON/OFF] key for the connector to which the instrument is connected, so that the key is lit INPUT [ON/OFF] key + Selecting two INPUT connectors Verify that the [MIC] key is not lit. Then press one INPUT [ON/OFF] key so that the key is lit. Next, hold down the lit INPUT [ON/OFF] key and press the other INPUT [ON/OFF] key INPUT o) ei Q Ce INPUT “He 6 v LON/OFF]

+ Selecting only the built-in mic Press the [MIC] key so that the key is lit. Then press the INPUT [ON/OFF] 1 Key so that the key is lit ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 57 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Mixer] + Selecting the built-in mic and INPUT 2 Press the [MIC] key so that the key is lit. Then hold the INPUT [ON/OFF] 1 key and press the INPUT [ON/OFF] 2 key so that both keys are lit. © 0 Ô 7, © DC © ES

3. While playing your instrument, adjust the

INPUT] control for the input(s) selected in step 2, to adjust the input sensitivity. The sensitivity of the built-in mic can be adjusted using ENPUT] control 1. Make adjustments so that the [PEAK] indicator flickers slightly when you play your instrument at its loudest volume.

4. To record the sound through the insert

effect, press the [INPUT SRC] key in the etfect section and turn the dial to set the insert position for the effect to IN. The insert effect will be applied to the input source. To record without the insert effect, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the effect section repeatedly until the key is out. (While the key is out, the insert effect will be bypassed.) When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen. HINT In the default condition of a project, the insert effect is inserted into the input, and a patch suitable for guitar/bass recording is selected.

5. To select the patch for the insert effect,

press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the effect section. The display changes as follows. In this condition, the cursor up/down keys select the insert effect algorithm, and the dial selects the effect patch for the algorithm. ZOOM MRS-8 CLEAN = © Standard Hi

6. Use the cursor up/down keys and the dial

to select the effect patch, and press the LEXIT] key. The main screen returns. The level of the signal sent to the recording track(s) changes according to the insert effect setting. After switching a patch or changing an effect setting, you should readjust the recording level as described in steps 7 —9. Z+ From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section, and then press the INPUT [ON/OFF] key 1 or2. The indication “INPUT” appears on the first line of the display. This indicates that the track parameters for the input signal are being called up. INPUT @ EFYx_SEMI a

8. Press the cursor down key repeatedly, until

“REC LVL" is shown on the second line of the display. The input signal recording level can now be adjusted. IHPUT e] REC LUL 100

9. White playing your instrument at its loudest

volume, turn the dial to adjustthe recording level. The REC LVL parameter determines the level of the signal sent to the recording track via the insert effect. The level after adjustment can be checked on the level meter. At the highest volume, the 0 (dB) segment of the level meter should flicker slightly.

Input 2 recording level Input À recording level After setting the recording level, press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen. HINT When the insert effect is bypassed for recording, setting the REC LVL parameter to 100 results in unity gain (recording level same as input level. 10, Press the status key for the track to be used for recording until the Key is lit in red. The signal of the selected input source will be sent to the &rack(s). Up to two mono tracks or one stereo track can be selected. When selecting two mono tracks, only odd/even- numbered pairs can be selected (tracks 1/2 or 3/4). To select two tracks, repeatedly press the status key for one track until the key is lit in red, and then hold the key while pressing the status key for the other track so that it is also lit in red. The signal flow will change as follows, depending on the destination track selection + One mono track selected One Input source Recorder INPUT 1 (built-in mic)

Taies © ir —® HINT You can link two mono tracks and use them as a stereo track {= p. 60). In this case, the track parameter PAN functions as à BALANCE parameter that adjusts the left/right level balance. ZOOM MRS-8

älfm 59K-3 2004#7A30 ME FRGHS1À Reference [Mixer] Adjusting the signal for each track (track parameters) The mixer of the MRS-8 lets you adjust various aspects for each track (called track parameters), such as level, panning, EQ, and send/return effect intensity. NOTE ‘The audio tracks 5/6 and 7/8 and the drum track are stereo tracks. Except for the V-take selection (audio tracks only), the track parameters for these tracks are the same for left and right. T. From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section. M Track parameter list

2. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys to select the track/input to be set. HINT + When selecting the V-take of stereo tracks (5/8, 7/8), the track is toggled between odd-numbered track and even-numbered track with each push of the key. + When selecting the drum track/bass track with the [RHYTHM] status key, each push of the key toggles the track. The track operated with pad or faders is also switched.

MRS-B(E)book 60 K—5 2004#7A301 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Mixer] NOTE When the recording track is selected, the input signal does not pass through the mixer but is supplied directly to the track. Therefore, if a track is in recording standby mode, the input track parameter settings will have no effect. (However, the REC LVL parameter is always active.)

4. Turn the dial to adjust the value.

5. To switch EQ Hi, EQ LO, or effect send

between on and off, select the respective parameter (marked with an asterisk in the table on the previous page) and press the [ENTER] key. Each push of the [ENTER] key toggles between on and off. For example, when switching EQ HI from on to off, the display changes as follows. + On condition FT à EG HI G “ +_ Off condition TR1 Eë_ HI

6. Repeat steps 8 - 5 until all desired

parameters are adjusted. If required, you can use the cursor left/right keys or the status keys to change to another track and adjust its parameters. This is useful to adjust the same parameter for several tracks. Z. To return to the main screen, press the IEXITI key. Linking two tracks (stereo link) In the MRS-8, the parameters of adjacent odd-numbered/ even-numbered mono tracks (1/2 or 3/4) can be linked, resulting in a pair of stereo tracks. This function is referred to as “stereo link”. The setting procedure is as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [TRACK PARAMETER] key in the display section

2. Use the cursor left/right keys or the status

keys to select one of the two tracks to stereo-link.

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the following indication on the display. ST LINK off

4. Turn the dial to set the parameter to ON.

Stereo linking will be enabled immediately, so that the selected trac nd the adjacent odd-numbered/even- numbered track are linked. To defeat stereo linking. return the setting to OFF. TRE > ST LINK an When stereo link is on, track operation will be as follows. To adjust the track volume, use the odd-numbered fader. (The even-numbered fader will have no effect) The PAN parameter of two stereo-linked tracks will function as a balance parameter that adjusts the volume balance between the tracks. Except for PAN and V-TAKE, the track parameters for the odd-numbered track will also apply to the even-numbered track.

5. To return to the main screen, press the

LEXIT] key. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 61 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] This section explains the functions and operation of the built-in rhythm section of the MRS-8. About the rhythm section The rhythm section of the MRS-8 uses internal drum sound and bass sound sources to generate rhythm accompaniment. It can be used instead of a metronome by playing simple rhythm patterns, or you can p: sequence of rhythm patterns and chord progression into um a the rhythm accompaniment for an entire song Drum kits and bass programs The rhythm section has two different types of sound, created by a “drum kit” and a “bass program” The drum kit is a set of 27 drum/percussion sounds such as kick, snare, and hihat. The MRS-8 contains 8 different drum kits. You can select one of these drum kits and play it manually with the pads on the top panel, or you can use it as a sound source for rhythm accompaniment When you select a drum kit, its sounds are a: nine pads. Such a combination of sounds pads is called a “pad bank”. One drum kit gives access to three pad banks. Simply by switching the pad bank you can play other sounds from the current drum kit A bass program is a single bass sound, such as an electric bass or acoustic bass, which can be played as a scale with the pads on the top panel. The MRS-8 has five bass programs. You can choose one of these and play a scale with the pads, or use it as a sound source for rhythm accompaniment ZOOM MRS-8

d, and you can play it by selecting a scale. By switching the scale type, key, and ange, you can cover up to four octaves For the rhythm section, you select either the drum kit or bass program to be played with the pads. Immediately after creating a new project, the drum kit is selected. The IDRUM/BASS] key is used to toggle between the two sound types. When the [DRUM/BASS] key is lit, the drum kit is selected. When the key is out, the bass program is selected for playing. HE Drum kit selected RHYTHM ———— vTERN ous Wu) M Bass program selected RHYTHM ———— vu ous me] [ur Out The output signal from the drum kit (drum track) and the output signal from the bass program (bass track) are sent to the internal mixer, where you can use the [RHYTHM] fader and [RHYTHM] status key to adjust the volume nd switch the signal on and off. (This affects the sound type currently selected with the [DRUM/BASS] key

MRS-B(E)book 62 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Rhythm patterns A project can contain over 500 accompaniment patterns with drum/bass performance data for up to 9 measures each. This is called a rhythm patte. Inside each rhythm pattern, the area that holds the drum performance data is called the “drum sequence”, and the area that holds the bass performance data is called the “bass sequence” In the default condition, a project contains preprogrammed rhythm patterns in numbers 000 — 472, 509, 510. You can edit a portion of a rhythm pattern, or use an empty slot to create an entirely original rhythm pattern. The rhythm patterns you modify or create are saved on the SD card as part of the project Rhythm ! 2 El 4 Scéton [PATTERT PATTERN Rhythm song Multiple rhythm patterns arranged in a desired order of playback are collectively called a “rhythm song”. Besides the rhythm pattern data, a rhythm song comprises information about various aspects such as chord, tempo, and time signature to create the accompaniment for an entire song. Up to 10 rhythm songs can be programmed in one project PATTERN PATTERN | PATTERN | ParrERn | PATTERN E Rhythm : song : issus Denoge 2 3 4 s 8 (ares PATTERN PATES Pumseaene.. nes seau Chorde

on Gr 6 Rhythm pattern mode and rhythm song mode The rhythm section can operate in one of two modes: “rhythm pattern mode”, in which the currently selected rhythm pattern is constantly repeated, and “rhythm song mode”, in which you can create and play an entire rhythm song consisting of a sequence of patterns. Immediately after creating a new project, the rhythm pattern mode is selected. By pressing the [SONG/ PATTERN] key, you can toggle between the rhythm pattern mode and rhythm song mode. When the [SONG/ PATTERN] key is out, the rhythm pattern mode is selected. When the key is lit, the rhythm song mode is selected. M Rhythm pattern mode

Out M Rhythm song mode

MRS-B(E)book 63 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Playing rhythm patterns This section explains how to select a rhythm pattern for playback, and how to change the tempo and sound. Selecting a rhythm pattern Proceed as follows to select and play one of the more than 500 rhythm patterns. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key in the rhythm section repeatedly, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears. In this condition, the following information is displayed. Number of measures of rhythm pattern Rhythm pattern number GBAHATT .Q MTNS TUE d Rhythm pattern name The indication to the right of the rhythm pattern name shows the pad bank (if a drum kit is selected) or the range Gif a bass program is selected). These items can be changed if desired (— p. 65). HINT Wnilethe display Shows the rhythm section screen, the audio track status keys (1 - 8 and [MASTERI) are out and cannot be used.

2. Turnthe dialto select the rhythm pattern to

play. In the default condition of a project, patterns are programmed in rhythm pattern numbers 000 — 472, 509,

The selected rhythm pattern will begin playing repeatedly. If there is one or more recorded audio tracks, these will also be played back. To play the rhythm pattern only, turn down the faders of the audio tracks. ZOOM MRS-8

4. To adjust the volume of the drum/bass

track, use the [RHYTHM] fader. The [RHYTHM] fader serves to adjust the drum track or bass track level. When the [DRUM/BASS] key is lit, the fader adjusts the drum track. When the key is out, the fader adjusts the bass program. Use the [DRUM/BASS] key to toggle the desired setting, and then operate the [RHYTHM] fader.

5. To mute the sound of the drum track or

bass track, repeatedly press the [RHYTHM] status key, until the key is flashing. The [RHYTHM) status key can be used to switch muting on or off for the sound that is currently selected for the rhythm section. To cancel muting, press the [RHYTHM] Status key once more so that the key is lit.

6. To stop rhythm pattern playback, press the

STOP [M] key. Z. To return to the main screen, press the LEXIT] key. HINT During rhythm pattern playback, is also possible to play | ru ki/bass program sounds by Hiting the pacs $ Changing the tempo You can change the tempo of the rhythm pattern HINT ‘The tempo set here applies to all rhythm patterns. À rhythm song for which no tempo information is programmed also wi use this tempo. T. Fromthe main screen orthe rhythm pattern screen, press the [TEMPO] key. The display changes as follows, and the current tempo is shown. TEMPO uw EPI 128 €] HINT You can change the tempo either in playback or stop mode.

The tempo can be adjusted over a range of 40.0 — 250.0 BPM)

3. To change the tempo manually, hit the

[TEMPO] key repeatedly at the desired tempo. The average of the key press intervals is determined and set as the new tempo.

4. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. NOTE Ifyeu record on the audio tracks while listening to the rhythm pattern, and then later change the tempo, the audio track content and the rhythm pattern wil no longer be synchronized. Be sure Lo decide on the tempo first. Changing the drum kit / bass program You can change the drum kiVbass program used by the rhythm section. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key. BOAT MTNS TUE d HINT Drum kit/bass program switching can be done in rhythm pattern mode or rhythm song mode.

2. Press the [SYSTEM/UTILITY] key.

The RHYTHM mode utility menu appears. UTILITY 3 DRUM KIT

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “UTILITY DRUM KIT” or “UTILITY BASS PRG” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. The currently selected drum kiv/bass program name is shown DRUM KIT € Standard

Bass program name Æ. Turn the dial to select the drum kit/bass program to use. The change becomes active immediately. For a list of drum kits/bass programs that can be selected, see the appendix at the end of this manual. HINT ‘The drum ki/bass program selected here is saved for each rhythm pattern. For rhythm songs which do not have drum Kibass program information programmed, the sound selected here will be used.

5. To return to the main screen, press the À

[EXIT] key repeatedly. Î Using the pads to play drum/ bass sounds Using the pads on the top panel, you can manually play a drum kit or bass program. M Playing a drum kit with the pads When pla; banks, gi ng a drum kit, you can switch between pad £ you a total of 27 drumpercussion sounds. T. From the main screen, press the [DRUM/ BASS] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. When the [DRUM/BASS] key is lit, the pads can be used 10 play a drum kit. The display changes as follows. Sound assigned to pads ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 65 A5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] HINT Immediately after creating a new project, the pad bank 1 is selected.

2. Turn the dial to select the pad bank to use

u-3. The sounds assigned to the nine pads are switched immediately. For a list of drum/percussion sounds in each pad bank, see the appendix at the end of this manual. HINT + You can also use the cursor up/doun keys to switch the pad bank. + The currently selected pad bank numbers also shown on the rhythm pattern selection screen.

3. Hitthe pads to play.

Use the [RHYTHM] fader and [RHYTHM] status key to control the drum kit volume and switch mute on and off as necessary:

4. To switch the pad bank during play, repeat

steps 2 and 8. The pad bank can also be switched while a rhythm pattern or rhythm song is playing. When you press the [EXIT] key, the rhythm pattern or rhythm song selection screen appears again.

5. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. M Playing a bass program with the pads By switching the scale and range assigned to the pads, you can play bass programs covering up to four octaves. NOTE With a bass program, there can be no overlapping of multiple sounds. If you press another pad while holding down a pad, the sound of the first pad will stop and the sound of the other pad is heard T. From the main screen, press the [DRUM/ BASS] key repeatediy, until the key is out. When the [DRUM/BASS] key is out, the pads can be used to play a bass program. The display changes as follows. ZOOM MRS-8 Pad=BRSS me Major € Range number Scale type Scale key-note

2. To change the key-note of the scale, use

the cursor up/down keys. The setting range is C — B in semitone steps. The key-note specified here is the note that will be played by pad 1 HINT ‘The sharp symbol is shown as o, such as in F# = F9,

3. To change the type of the scale, use the

cursor left/right keys. The scale type can be set to Major or Minor. For example, when the key-note of “E” is selected, the pitch of the pads changes as follows, depending on the scale type selection. Æ. Turn the dial to change the range to be played by the pads. The range of the pads can be selected in four steps (1 —4). For example, a change from 1 to 2 will shift the pitch assigned to the pads up by 1 octave.

3. Hitthe pads to play.

Use the [RHYTHM] fader and [RHYTHM] status key to control the bass program volume and switch mute on and off as necessary.

6. To switch the scale type and range during

play, repeat steps 2-4. The scale type and range can also be switched while a rhythm pattern or rhythm song is playing. When you press the [EXIT] key, the rhythm pattern or rhythm song selection screen appears again. Z. To return to the main screen, press the [EXT] key repeatediy.

Creating a rhythm pattern This section explains how you can create your own rhythm patterns. There are two ways of doing this: real- time input where you record your play on the pads, and step input where play is stopped and you enter the sounds one by one. Preparations Before starting to record, you must make various settings for the rhythm pattern, such as bar length and time signature, and quantize value (shortest unit for recording). By default, an empty rhythm pattern has a 4/ 4 time signature and a length of 2 measures. NOTE After you have started the rhythm pattern input procedure, you can no longer change the time signature and number of measures. Be sure to make these settings beforehand. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key to call up the rhythm pattern selection screen. If the [SONG/PATTERN] key is lit, press the key once more so that it goes out. GOHITT MTHS TUE !

2. Turn the dial to select an empty rhythm

pattern. The indication “EMPTY" appears on the display when an empty pattern is selected. = HSE © EMPTY ! HINT Ifthere is no empty rhythm patte, erase an unneeded pattern (- p. 76).

3. Press the [EDIT] key.

The rhythm pattern edit menu for making various rhythm pattern seti appears. ZOOM MRS-8

4. To set the quantize value, make sure that

the indication “PTN EDIT QUANTIZE” is shown on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. QUANTIZE O

Quantize value The quantize value is the smallest note unit for recording a pattern. When performing real-time input, your play is recorded using the note steps selected here. The default setting is “16” (a sixteenth note)

5. Turn the dial to select one of the following

quantize values. Then press the [EXIT] key. 4 Quarter note 8 Eighth note Eighth triplet note Sixteenth note (default) 24.......Sixteenth triplet note 32....... Thirty-second note Hi... L tick (1/48 of quarter note) When you press the [EXIT] key, the rhythm pattern edit menu appears again.

6. To set the number of measures of the

rhythm pattern, use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “PTN EDIT BarLen” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The current length of the pattern is shown as number of measures. BarLen O

Number of measures HINT When an already created rhythm pattern is selected, the number of measures is enclosed in parenthesises. This ZOOM MRS-8 indicates that the setting has already been fixed and cannot be changed

7. Turn the dial to select the desired setting.

The setting range is 1 — 99 measures. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm pattern edit menu.

8. To setthe rhythm pattern time signature,

use the cursorleft/right keys to bring up the indication “PTN EDIT TimSig” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The current time signature setting appears on the display. HINT When an already created rhythm pattem is selected, the time signature is enclosed in parenthesises. This indicates that the setting has already been fixed and cannot be changed

9. Turn the dial to select the beat.

The setting range is 1 — 8 (1/4 — 8/4 beats). When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key twice to return to the rhythm pattern selection screen. Drum sequence real-time input For real-time input of a drum sequence, you play the rhythm pattern on the pads of the MRS-8. T. Atthe rhythm pattern screen, select an ‘empty rhythm pattern number. If necessary, select a drum kit (— p. 64) before carrying out the following steps.

2. Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatediy,

until the key is lit. The pads can now be used to play a drum kit Immediately after switching the sound, the pad bank selection screen is shown.

3. I necessary, use the cursor up/down keys

to switch the pad bank. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm pattern selection screen.

MRS-B(E)book 68 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Æ. Hold down the REC [@] key and press the PLAY D>] key. A four-beat pre-count (one measure) is heard, and rhythm pattern recording starts. During recording, a click sound {metronome sound) is heard, according 10 the tempo and time signature seing. The current position is shown on the counter in measures/beats/ticks. HINT ‘The number and the sound level of the pre-count clicks can be changed (> p. 90).

5. While listening to the metronome, tap the

pads. Your performance on the pads will be recorded as a drum sequence according to the quantization setting. The intensity with which you hit the pads will also be recorded. When you reach the end of the pattern, the unit automatically returns to the first measure, and real-time input continues Cr]C#704) Pad Pad Pre-count Ÿ... Recorded repaateciy + Switching the pad bank during real-time input of a drum sequence Press the [DRUM/BASS] key once to bring up the pad bank selection screen, and use the cursor up/down keys 10 select the pad bank. To return, press the [EXIT] key. + Switching to a bass sequence during real- time input of a drum sequence Press the [DRUM/BASS] key once to bring up the pad bank selection screen, and then press the [DRUM/BASS] Key once more so that the key goes out. +_Temporarily pausing real-time input Press the REC [@ ] key during recording so that the key is flashing. In this state you can tap the pads to check which sound is assigned to each pad. Recording resumes when you press the REC [@ ] key once more. HINT + You can use step input to add playing information to a rhythm pattern recorded with real-time input. + After concluding rea-time input, you can change the quartize setting and then record on top of he existing sequence. (Ghanging the quentize value vil not afect he existing playing information)

6. To edit the recorded contents during real-

time input, proceed as follows. +_To erase the performance of a specific pad While holding down the [FUNCTION] key, press the pad whose sound you want erase. While you are holding down both keys, the performance of the corresponding, pad is erased from the rhythm pattern. Drum sequence ; Snare ji] ji] ji] Real} DD 1h) DA mu : L

+_To erase the performance of all pads While holding down the [FUNCTION] key, press the IRHYTHM] status key. While you are holding down both Keys, the performance of all pads is erased from the drum sequence. Snare Kick |} Snare Kick | h Z+ When you have finished real-time recording, press the STOP [M] key. Rhythm pattern recording will stop. Press the PLAY [>] key to hear the pattern that you recorded. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 69 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24 Reference [Rhythm] HINT When you select an empty patte and record it, the pattern name “Pabow” (where ex is the pattern number) is automatically assigned. You can edit this pattern name as necessary (- p. 75). Bass sequence real-time input For real-time input of a bass sequence, you play the pads ofthe MRS-8. T. Atthe rhythm pattern screen, select an empty rhythm pattern number or a rhythm pattern number where only a drum sequence has been recorded. If necessary, select a bass program (— p. 64) before carrying out the following steps.

2. Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatedly,

until the key is out. The pads can now be used to play a bass program Immediately after switching the sound, the range and scale selection screen is shown.

3. If necessary, select the scale type, key-

note, and range. Use the cursor keys to select the scale type and key-note, and use the dial to select the range. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm pattern selection screen. Æ. Hold down the REC [@] key and press the PLAY D>] key. A four-beat pre-count (one measure) is heard, and rhythm pattern recording starts. (During recording, the metronome click sound is heard, according to the tempo and time signature.) The current position is shown on the counter in measures/ beats/ticks. HINT ‘The number and the sound level of the pre-count clicks can be changed.

5. While listening to the metronome, tap the

pads. Your performance on the pads will be recorded as a bass sequence according to the quantization setting. The duration and intensity with which you hit the pads will ZOOM MRS-8 also be recorded. When you reach the end of the pattern, the unit automatically returns to the first measure, and real-time input continues. + Switching the range and scale during real- time input of a bass sequence Press the [DRUM/BASS] key once to bring up the range/ scale selection screen, and use the cursor keys and the dial to select the range and scale. To return, press the LEXIT] key. + Switching to a drum sequence during real- time input of a bass sequence Press the [DRUM/BASS] key once to bring up the range/ scale selection screen, and then press the [DRUM/BASS] Key once more so that the key is it. +_Temporarily pausing real-time input Press the REC [@] key during recording so that the key is flashing. In this state you can tap the pads to check which note is assigned to each pad. Recording resumes when you press the REC [@] key once more. HINT | You can use step input to add playing information to a db rhythm pattern recorded vit real-time input.

6. To edit the recorded contents during real-

time input, proceed as follows. +_To erase the performance of a specific pad While holding down the [FUNCTION] key, press the pad whose note you want erase. While you are holding down both keys, the performance of the corresponding pad is erased from the rhythm patte O1] Bass sequence

Pre ET + + To erase the performance of all pads While holding down the [FUNCTION] key, press the IRHYTHM] status key. While you are holding down both

MRS-B(E)book 70 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Keys, the performance of all pads is erased from the bass sequence. Bass sequence Xe =! ! di Pre = Z+ When you have finished real-time recording, press the STOP [li] key. Rhythm pattern recording will stop. Press the PLAY [Be key to hear the pattern that you recorded. HINT You can switch the drum ki/bass program during real-time recording (-- p. 64), and you can change the volume of the metronome click (-- p. 90) Drum sequence step input For step input, you enter each note separately, while the rhythm pattern is in the stop condition. This makes it easy to enter even complex drum patterns or bass lines that might be difficult to achieve with real-time input For drum sequence step input, you specify the step length interval to next note or rest) using the quantize value. Then you enter notes and rests. When you hit a pad and then press the PLAY [B] (RHYTHM STEP) key, playing (note) information is entered at that point, and the step advances by an interval corresponding to the current quantize value. The intensity with which you hit the pad is also recorded If you only press the PLAY [>] (RHYTHM STEP) key, no playing information is entered, but the step advances by an interval corresponding to the current quantize value. This becomes a rest (see illustration below). T. Atthe rhythm pattern screen, select an ‘empty rhythm pattern number.

Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatedly, until the key is lit. The pads can now be used to play a drum kit Immediately after switching the sound, the pad bank selection screen is shown.

3. if necessary, select the pad bank to use.

When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm pattern selection screen.

4. Press the REC [@] key.

The key lights up and the display char this condition, drum sequence step input is possible. Quantize setting Current pad bank During drum sequence step input, the first line of the display shows the quantize value, and the second line shows the currently selected pad bank number. The counter shows the current position in measures/beats/ ticks. Drum sequence step input Quantize: quarter note Quantize: sixteenth note

quantize value. This setting becomes the length of one step. The quantize setting can be changed at any time during step input, using the cursor up/down keys.

8 Eighth note 12... Eighth triplet note 16... Sixteenth note 24.......Sixteenth triplet note 32....... Thirty-second note Hi... L tick (1/48 of quarter note) HINT ‘The quantize value settings linked to the quantize setting for real-time input. If you change one setting, the other will also change.

6. To enter a note, hit the pad corresponding

to the note, and then press the PLAY D>] {RHYTHM STEP) key. The pad lights up, and the unit advances by one step. HINT + Theintensity with which you hit the pad is also recorded in the drum sequence. + Ifyou hit several pads during input, multiple sounds wil be recorded at he same position Z. To enter a rest, press only the PLAY D>] {RHYTHM STEP) key. IF you press the PLAY [B-] (RHYTHM STEP) key by itself, the position advances by one step, but no play information is recorded.

8. Repeat steps 5-7 while changing the step

length as necessary, to enter the desired rhythm pattern. When you reach the end of the pattern, the unit automatically returns to the first measure, letting you ZOOM MRS-8 enter more sounds When you use the PLAY [B] (RHYTHM STEP) key to move step by step through a recorded rhythm pattern, the pad recorded at the respective position lights up. You can edit the recorded sequence as follows. + Erasing an entered note Repeatedly press the PLAY [>] (RHYTHM STEP) key to move to the position to erase. Then hold down the IFUNCTION] key and press the respective pad. The note recorded at that point is erased, and the pad goes out. HINT During step input, you can use the IDRUM/BASS] key to call up the pad bank selection screen and switch the pad bank. (To return, press the [EXIT] key.) NOTE When searching for a note to erase, set the quantize value to the same value as the smallest value used during recording, or to a smaller value. Otherwise the start of a note may be missed.

9. When you have finished step input, press

the STOP [M] key. The REC [@] key goes out and the rhythm pattern selection screen appears again. By pressing the PLAY Im] key you can check the rhythm pattern that you recorded. 10, To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key repeatediy. Bass sequence step input Compared to the drum sequence step input, the step input procedure for a bass sequence is somewhat more complex, because there are the additional elements of “pitch” and “duration”. As for drum track step input, you specify the step length interval to next note or rest) using the quantize value, and you use the pads and the PLAY [B-] (RHYTHM STEP) Key to enter notes and rests. But when you input a note, you must also specify the duration parameter, This parameter allows you to vary the actual duration for each note, while keeping the step length the same (see diagram on next page)

MRS-B(E)book 72 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Bass sequence step input Quantize: quarter note Duration: quarter note Quantize: eighth note Duration: eighth note

Quantize: quarter note Quantize: eighth note Duration: quarter note Duration: sixteenth note

T. Atthe rhythm pattern screen, select an empty rhythm pattern number or a rhythm pattern number where only a drum sequence has been recorded.

2. Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatedly,

until the key is out. The pads can now be used to play a bass program. witching the sound, the range and scale selection screen is shown. Immediately after

3. Ifnecessary, select the scale type, key, and

range. When the setting is complete, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm pattern selection screen.

4. Press the REC [@] key.

The key lights up and the display changes as follows. In this condition, bass sequence step input is possible. Quantize setting Current range number der s sequence step input, the first line of the the quantize value, and the second line shows the duration setting and the currently selected range, The counter shows the current position in measures/beats/ticks.

5. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

quantize value. This setting becomes the length of one step.

6. Turn the dial to select the duration value, as

listed below. The duration is specified as “J x 1”, ie. as multiples of a quarter note. Depending on the value, the actual duration becomes as follows 1-8....quarter note x 1-8 3/2... dotted quarter note

To enter a note, hit the pad corresponding to the note, and then press the PLAY D>] (RHYTHM STEP) key. The note is recorded, and the unit advances by the step duration set in step 5. HINT ‘The intensity with which you hit the pad is also recorded in the bass sequence. ZOOM MRS-8

(RHYTHM STEP) key. IF you press the PLAY [B-] (RHYTHM STEP) key by itself, the position advances by one step (duration of quantize value) but no play information is recorded.

9. Repeat steps 5 - 8 while changing the

quantize value and duration as necessary, to enter the desired bass pattern. When you reach the end of the pattern, the unit automatically returns to the first measure, letting you continue the input. You can edit the recorded sequence as follows. + Erasing an entered note Repeatedly press the PLAY [à] (RHYTHM STEP) key to move to the position to rase. Then hold down the IFUNCTION] key and press the respective pad. The note recorded at that point is erased, and the pad goes out. HINT During step input, you can use the DRUM/BASS) key to call up the range selection screen and switch the range and scale. (To return, press the [EXIT] key) NOTE When searching for a note to erase, set the quantize value to the same value as the smallest value used during recording or to a smaller value. Otherwise the start of a note may be missed. 10, When you have finished step input, press the STOP [I] key. The REC [@] key goes out and the rhythm pattern selection screen appears again. By pressing the PLAY 1æ] key you can check the rhythm pattern that you recorded. 11, To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly. ZOOM MRS-8 Entering rhythm pattern chord information When you have recorded a rhythm pattern, and you later set the chord information (root + chord type), the bass sequence of the rhythm pattern will also be transformed according to the chord information programmed in a rhythm song HINT For patterns not used in a rhythm song or for which no bass sequence is input, this procedure is not necessary. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key in the rhythm section repeatedly, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the pattern for which

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “EDIT OrgRoot” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. This screen allows you to specify the root for the selected rhythm pattern.

4. Turn the dialto select the root for the chord.

The available range is C — B (default setting: E). When setting chord information for a rhythm song, the value specified here will become the root for transposing up or down. 3 When the setting is complete, press the IEXIT] key. The rhythm pattern edit menu appears again.

6. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “PTN EDIT OrgChord” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. OrsChord O Major This screen allows you to specify the chord type for that rhythm pattern.

7. Turn the dial to select the chord.

For the chord type, you can select Major or Minor. For example, if you have entered a bass phrase with a G major chord in mind, set the root to “G” and the chord type to “Major”

8. When the setting is complete, press the

[EXIT] key. The setting is entered and the rhythm pattern edit menu appears again.

9. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXIT] key repeatedly. Changing the drum/bass sequence volume level The playback volume of the rhythm pattern can be adjusted separately for the drum and bass with the IRHYTHM] fader. If necessary, the volume levels can also be individual programmed for each rhythm pattern. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key in the rhythm section repeatedly, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm pattern

for which to specify volume information, and press the [EDIT] key. The rhythm pattern edit menu appears. QUANTIZE

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “PTN EDIT DR LEVEL" onthe display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. This screen allows you to specify the drum sequence volume. The display shows the current volume setting (0 — 15). DR LEVEL )

Æ. Turn the dial to select the desired setting, and then press the [EXIT] key. The setting is entered, and the previous screen appears

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “PTN EDIT BS LEVEL” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. This screen allows you to specify the bass sequence volume. The display shows the current volume setting (0 — 15). ES LEVEL © 15 |

6. Turn the dial to select the desired setting, Î

and then press the [EXIT] key. The setting is entered, and the previous screen appears Z. To return to the main screen, press the IEXIT] key repeatediy. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 75 A5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Assigning a name to a rhythm pattern When an empty rhythm pattern is selected and used for input, the pattern name “Pat xxx” (where xxx is the pattern number) is automatically assigned. You can edit this pattern name as necessary. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key in the rhythm section repeatedly, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm pattern

for which to edit the name, and press the [EDIT] key. The rhythm pattern edit menu appears. PTN EDIT BURNT 12E

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “PTN EDIT NAME” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. This screen allows you to specify a name for the selected rhythm pattern. PTN NAME Pat SO

4. Use the cursor left/right keys to move the

flashing position to the character to change, and turn the dial or use the rhythm section pads and keys to select a character. For information on how to input characters, refer to page

HINT By repeatediy pressing the [EDIT] key, you can clear all characters.

5. Repeat step 4 until the name is as desired.

6. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. ZOOM MRS-8 Editing rhythm patterns This section explains how to copy an existing rhythm pattern or how to erase the playing information and return the pattern to the blank condition. Copying a rhythm pattern You can copy the currently selected rhythm pattern to another pattern number, This is useful to create variations of a rhythm pattern. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key repeatediy, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm pattern to

3. Press the [FUNCTION] key in the control

section twice. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can | select the number of the copy destination rhythm pattern. & COPY 117#426E Æ. Turn the dial to select the number of the rhythm pattern to use as copy destination. When an empty pattern is selected, the indication “’E” is shown to the right of the pattern number. NOTE When you select a recorded rhythm pattern as destination, its contents will be ovenwritten with the data of the copy source.

3. To carry out the copy operation, press the

[ENTER] key. When the indication “COPY SURE?” appears, press the [ENTER] key once more. When the copy operation is completed, the display returns to the rhythm pattern selection screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time.

6. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. Erasing a rhythm pattern This section explains how to erase all data from a specified rhythm pattern, returning it to the blank state NOTE Itis not possible to restore data once the rhythm pattern has been erased. Use this operation with care. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatediy, until the key is out. The rhythm pattern selection screen appears.

3. Press the [FUNCTION] key in the control

section. The display changes as follows. DELETE BURE

4. To carry out the erase operation, press the

[ENTER] key. When the erase operation is completed, the display returns to the rhythm pattern selection screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time.

Creating a rhythm song A rhythm song consists of a sequence of rhythm patterns with programmed chord and tempo information. The MRS:8 allows you to save up to 10 rhythm songs per project. While the [SONG/PATTERN] key is lit, one of these can be selected for editing or playing. The following two methods are available for entering rhythm pattern information into a rhythm song, M Step input With this method, you line up rhythm patterns one by one by specifying a pattern and the number of measures Input can be performed at any point in the song. I is also possible to switch to another pattem while the previous pattern is still playing. This mode is suitable for specifying patterns in detail. M FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) This method uses simple formulas to specify rhythm pattern playback from start to end, The result is written to: the song in a single operation. Because input midway through a song is not possible with this method, it is most & suitable for cases where the configuration of the entire song has been decided beforehand. HINT ‘There is no difference in the completed rhythm song due to input method that was used, Le. a song will be the same, regardiess of whether it was created using step input or the FAST method. I necessary, you can fist create a rough version of a song using FAST and then perform detailed editing using step input. Selecting a rhythm song Out of the 10 available songs, select the rhythm song for editing or playing as follows. HINT In the default condition of a project, al rhythm songs are empty. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key in the rhythm section repeatedly, until the key is lit. The rhythm section switches to rhythm song mode, and ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 77 A5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] the rhythm song selection screen appears. Rhythm song number

SongNoBE e EMPTY Rhythm song name When the rhythm song is empty, the indication SEMPTY® is shown in the rhythm song name field, and the indication “E” is shown to the right of the rhythm song number

2. Turn the dial to select a rhythm song

[EXIT] key. Entering pattern informa: using step input This section explains how to input rhythm pattern data into an empty rhythm song by specifying the rhythm pattern number and number of measures. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key repeatedly, until the key is lit. The rhythm section switches to rhythm song mode, and the rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Press the REC [@] key in the transport

section. The key lights up and the display changes as follows. In this condition, you can perform rhythm song step input. End-of-song indication Current position The indication “EOS” (End of Song) shows the position where the rhythm song ends. For an empty song, “EOS” will be located at the beginning. Therefore nothing happens if you play the song ZOOM MRS-8 Current position 1 (measure number

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the indication “PTN” on the first line of the display. During step input, the cursor up/down keys serve to bring, up various kinds of information about events that are programmed at the current point. For example, when SPTN® is shown, rhythm pattern information can be entered for the rhythm song. The following items can be selected. Parameter Description E— Event information at current point FIN Ray pate number | TmSg Time signature & ROOT Contre | CHORD Chord iype TEMPO Tempo DrLevel Drum sequence volume EsLevel Bass sequence volume DrKT Drum ki number Es PRG Bass program number HINT When an item other than “EV--" is selected and no information is input for the current position, the arrow “<—" is shown before the item name. This indicates that information input at a preceding point continues to be valid.

4. Press the [FUNCTION] key in the control

section. The indication “INSERT?” appears on the first line of the display. INSERT? (e) PH: 4 Rhythm pattern number to insert Number of measures to insert

MRS-B(E)book 78 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24 Reference [Rhythm] In this condition, you can input rhythm patter information for the current point.

5. Turn the dial to select the rhythm pattern to

number of measures to insert. If you specify more measures than the original length of the rhythm pattern, the rhythm pattern will be repeated. If you specify fewer measures, the song will switch to the next rhythm pattern before the current pattern has finished playing.

7. To finalize the setting, press the [ENTER]

key. The rhythm pattern information will be input at the current location, and the display reverts to the original screen. The “EOS” indication is moved back by the number of measures that were inserted. Current position measure number)

Rhythm <ong PATTERN 002 By pressing the PLAY [Bb] key while this display is shown, you can repeatedly play the rhythm pattern entered at the current point

8. Repeatediy press the cursor right key to

move to the measure number for which “EOS" is shown on the second line of the display. During rhythm song step input, you can use the cursor leftright keys to move the input position in measure units. When you reach the end of the song, the indication “EOS” is shown on the second line of the display.

Current position {easure number) ral PATTERN 002 End of Song HINT The REW[X] and FF (b>]keys inthe transport section can be used to move the current position in beat units. + When *EV-" is shown on the display, tuming the dial moves he current position in sixteenth note units. By bringing up the “EV- indication to move to a point within a measure and then using the cursor up/down keys to display event information, you can enter event information in sixteenth note units (- p. 83). Repeat steps 4 - 8 to enter all required pattern information. 10, When all required pattern information has been entered, press the STOP [IN] key. The REC [@ ] key goes out and the rhythm song selection screen appears again. If you press the PLAY [B»] key, the created rhythm song will be played. To edit the entered rhythm pattern information, proceed as follows. + Selecting a different rhythm pattern Use the cursor lefuright keys 10 move to the point where the respective rhythm pattern information is input, and then turn the dial to select the new rhythm patte By tuming the dial at a point where no rhythm pattern information is input (“<-PTN” is shown), you can add new rhythm pattern information for this point. The newly selected rhythm pattern information will always be valid until the point where the next rhythm pattern information is input: + Deleting entered rhythm pattern information Use the cursor lefright keys to move to the position of the rhythm pattern information to delete, and press the IFUNCTION] key twice. (The indication “EV ERASE SURE?" appears.) Then press the [ENTER] key. When rhythm pattern information was deleted, the previous patte will remain valid until the point where the next rhythm pattern information is input. Delete a Lo EE

MRS-B(E)book 79 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] +_Inserting a rhythm pattern in a song Use the cursor left/right keys to move to the point where the rhythm pattern should be inserted, and perform steps 4-7. À new rhythm pattern is inserted at the current location, and all subsequent pattes are moved back by the duration of the inserted pattern. Insert

CENSENE [oe [one pre + Deleting a specific measure Use the cursor left/right keys to move to the start position of the measure to delete. Press the [FUNCTION] key three times. (The indication “MEAS DEL SURE?" appears.) Then press the [ENTER] key. The measure at the current position is deleted, and subsequent rhythm pattern information moves forward. When a measure at the beginning of a rhythm pattern (such as the first measure of a 2-measure pattern) is deleted, that measure only is deleted, and the indication changes to “<-PTN” for the second measure. Delete 1 measure

ZOOM MRS-8 Using FAST for pattern information input The FAST (Formula Assisted Song Translator) method developed by ZOOM uses simple formulas to specify rhythm pattern sequences and write an entire rhythm song in one operation. The following keys and pads can be used for numeric input. bel key Eniers the *+" (plus symbol) for Ining up patterns and {{J] key the “x” (multiplication symbol) for repeated play of the same pattern. Enters ihe opening and closing brackets used for linking several pattes. run SE]

Pads 1- 9/[0] key Serve for specifying pattern numbers and repetition count The basic rules for creating a rhythm pattern sequence are as follows + Line up patterns Use the “+” symbol to line up rhythm patterns. For example, entering 0 + 1 + 2 will result in the following rhythm pattern play sequence. (renier fer + Repeat patterns Use the “x” (multiplication) symbol to specify pattern repetitions. As in normal arithmetic, “x” takes precedence over “+”. For example, entering 0 + 1 x 2 +2 will result in the following rhythm pattern play sequence.

MRS-B(E)book 80 K—5 2004#7A301 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] + Repeat multiple patterns Use the “(* and “)” symbols (opening and closing brackets) to link a group of patterns for repetition. Formulas enclosed in brackets take precedence over other formulas. For example, entering 0 + (1 + 2) x 2 + 3 will result in the following rhythm pattern play sequence. rence [ EC Ten An example for creating the rhythm pattern sequence 0 + (142) x 4 is shown below. Le)

nel BHO THE) | Press tuice oran. Y ———— BHCIHEDX o ae EC 1+23x 4 É> HINT + Ifthe formula does not fi on two lines, the indication scrolls by one character each. I you use the cursor left/ight keys to move the input position, the line scroll left and right accordingy. + For FAST input the leading zeros 0 and 00 can be omitted. For example, pattern 001 is specified as 1", and pattern 050 as “50 + The entered formula is saved as part of a project. By calling up the formula later, you can edit it or us it to write the song, NOTE The FAST method can only be used to write a song in one go, from beginning to end. Entering rhythm patterns parly into he song is not possible. + To edit a rhythm song that was written with this method, edit he formula and then write the entire song again, or use step input. T. Press the [SONG/PATTERNI] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. The rhythm section switches to the rhythm song mode, and the rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Press the [EDIT] key.

The rhythm song edit menu appears. | SonsEdit € TRANSPOS

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SongEdit FAST” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. A cursor appears on the first line of the display, and FAST input is possible.

4. Use the pads and keys of the rhythm

section to enter the formula for creating the rhythm song. B+C1HEIx O

MRS-B(E)book 81 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] If you make a mistake during input, you can correct it as follows. + Deleting a number/symbol se the cursor left/right keys to move the flashing segment to the number/symbol to delete, and press the LEDIT] key. +_Inserting a number/symbol Use the cursor leftright keys to move the flashing segment to the point where you want to insert a number or symbol, and input the new number/symbol with the pads and keys

5. When formula inputis completed, press the

[ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. In this condition, you can select the rhythm song number into which to write the

HINT When you select an empty rhythm song number, the indication “E” is shown to the right of the number NOTE When you select an existing rhythm song as write destination, the contents of that rhythm song will be overwritten.

6. Turn the dial to select the destination

rhythm song, and press the [ENTER] key. The write operation is carried out, and the rhythm song edit menu appears again. To check the result, press the [EXIT] key to return to the rhythm song selection screen, select the rhythm song that you have written, and press the PLAY [B»>] key. Z. To return to the main screen, press the [EXT] key repeatediy. ZOOM MRS-8 Entering chord information This section explains how to add chord information (root and chord type) data to the rhythm song that you have created by inputting rhythm pattern data, When playing a rhythm song for which chord information was input, the bass sequence will change according to the chord progression. HINT + Ifthe original rot ofthe rhythm pattern and the root specified or the rhythm song are different, the bass sequence phrase will be transposed according to the root input for the rhythm song. + Ifthe original chord type of the rhythm pattern and the chord type specified for the rhythm song are different, the bass sequence phrase will be converted according to the chord type input for the rhythm song. (Depending on the phrase and chord type, there may be no change.) Bring up the rhythm song selection screen and turn the dial to select the rhythm song for which to enter chord information.

2. Press the REC [6] key.

The key lights up and rhythm song step input becomes possible.

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to bring up

the indication “ROOT" on the firstline ofthe display. You can now enter the chord root for the rhythm pattern played at this point. At a point where rhythm pattern information is already input, the chord information “E--” (root: E, chord type: no conversion) is automatically assigned. Therefore, for a rhythm song without entered chord information, the phrase of the pattern is unchanged and the root is transposed to E. Chord type Chord root

4. Turn the dial to specify the note name (C -

B) that will be the root of the chord. The following screen shows an example of changing the chord root to A.

MRS-B(E)book 82 K—5 2004#7A30 MA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] HINT During chord information input, you can press the PLAY [b] Key to check the rhythm pattern. The pattem will be played with the new chord setting applied. To stop play, press the STOP [m] key.

5. To change the chord type, press the cursor

down key once to bring up the indication “CHORD” on the first line of the display. You can now input the chord type. CHORD E]

6. Turn the dial to select the chord type from

the following options. Display] Descri Display | Description No change Œ spendeg at Fa [Mao tried Suspendea At M [Miro eg Tats JDominant 71 me Fe ]Maior zen Fe US fauement F din _[Dmnier mi Minor Major Zi Z+ Move to the location where you want to input the next chord information, and input chord information in the same way as described in steps 3-6. You can move the input location during rhythm song step input in the following ways. + Moving in steps of a measure Use the cursor leftright keys to move to the beginning of the preceding or following measure. + Moving in steps of a beat Use the REW [(J/FF [+ ] keys to move to the beginning of the preceding or following beat. + Moving in steps of a sixteenth note Repeatedly press the cursor up key to bring up the indication “EV->" on the display, and turn the dial to move forward or backward in 12-tick (16h note) units. If necessary, you can also input chord information at a point within a measure, as shown below (smallest unit: sixteenth note). To do this, bring up the indication SEV-" on the first line of the display, turn the dial to move current point, and then bring up the chord information input screen again Em Am 87 Em Am Measure! 2 3 4 PATTERN 8! Beat

HINT At a point where no chord information is input," is shown to theleftofthe “ROOT" or “CHORD" indication. This means. that the immediately preceding information continues to be valid.

the same way. If you have made a mistake or want to make a change, procced as follows. ing chord information in +_ To change chord information Move to the location at which the chord information is input, use the cursor up/down keys to switch the display 0 *ROOT” or “CHORD”, and turn the dial to change the chord information +_ To delete chord information Move to the location at which the chord information is input, and use the cursor up/down keys to show the chord information to delete. Press the [FUNCTION] key twice. (The indication “EV ERASE SURE?" appears.) When you press the [ENTER] key, the chord information will be deleted, and the display changes to “+ ROOT” or “<— CHORD"

9. When you have finished, press the STOP

[M] key. The unit returns to the rhythm song selection screen. By pressing the PLAY [B] key in this condition, you can check the rhythm song with the new chord information. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 83 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Entering other information A rhythm song contains information about rhythm patterns, chord, tempo, time signature etc. in a matrix configuration, as shown at the bottom of this page. This is called event information. When the rhythm song is in the step input condition, you can move the current position with the cursor leftright keys etc. and use the cursor up/ down keys to call up and enter or edit event information. T. Bring up the rhythm song selection screen and turn the dial to select the rhythm song for which to enter chord information.

2. Press the REC [@] key.

The key lights up and rhythm song step input becomes possible.

3. Use the cursor up key to bring up the

indication “EV-" on the first line of the display. This screen lets you check which event information is entered at the current point. The symbol after “EV—" (such as “PE” or TS”) denotes the type of event. SL; Entered event type Available events and their symbols are listed in the table Event type [Symbol| Description | _ Setting range Rythm pattern | 590 — PTN F |éunber 000-510 TimSig | D [hn |1-e(0/4- 8/4) ROOT Choroo |C-8 = Maj. M, 7, m7, 5, Mr aug, dim CHoRD Chordtype … |7sus4, sus4, m7b5, m6, 6, m9, MO, TEMPO d [rmo 40.0-250.0 Doi. Drum sequence] 15 BsVOL Bass sequence | 915 g, Poure DIT Drum kit See appenaix BsPRG Bass program | See appenaix HINT the song. Ÿ Æ. Move to the location where you want to input a new event. For details on how to move the current location, refer to page 82.

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

type of event to input. If the event you select here has been input at the current location, its value will be displayed. Root/chord | 7" om + Gin a 2 below. Measure 1 Pattern #irrenne Time signature “ Tempo | aus Drum track volume # Bass track volume # Drum kit number c Bass program number : ZOOM MRS-8

If there is no corresponding event, the display will indicate “xxx” (where xxx is the event name). This indicates that the previously input event information still applies. +Tempo (e]

6. Turn the dial to input the event value.

HINT During rhythm song step input, you can press the PLAY [] Key to check the rhythm pattern. The pattem will be played with the current setting applied. To stop play, press the STOP [M] key.

7. Inputthe remaining events inthe same way.

‘To input more information for the same type of event, you can move the current position in measures or beats while the event input screen is displayed. If you make a mistake or want to change the information, the events can be edited in the following ways. +_To change an event setting Display the event to change, and turn the dial to alter the setting, +_To delete event information Display the event to delete, and press the [FUNCTION] key twice. (The indication “EV ERASE SURE?” appears.) Then press the [ENTER] key.

8. When you have finished, press the STOP

[M] key. The REC [@] key goes out, and the rhythm song selection screen appears again. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly. Playing a rhythm song This section explains how to select and play one of the 10 rhythm songs that were created by inputting rhythm pattern and chord information. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears. SONGAGE

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song, and

then press the PLAY D>-] key. The selected rhythm song will begin playing. If something has been recorded on the audio tracks, those tracks will play back simultaneously. HINT Itis also possible to play a drum kit or bass program manually during rhythm song playback by hitting the pas. NOTE If you select an empty rhythm song for which an “E* is shown to the right of the song number, nothing wi be played back.

LEXIT] key. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 85 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Editing a rhythm song This section explains how to edit a rhythm song that you have created. Copying a specified range of measures art of a rhythm song can be copied in measures and inserted into another location. This is convenient to repeat a portion of a rhythm song, (Ernest fonmenafonmenra ere] Copy 2 ss

T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key repeatedly, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song to

3. Press the REC [@] key.

‘The key lights up and rhythm song step input is possible. Æ. Repeatediy press the [FUNCTION] key to bring up the indication “COPY START” on the display. This screen lets you specify the measure to be used as copy source start point. Copy source start point ZOOM MRS-8

5. Turn the dial to select the measure to use

as copy source start point, and press the IENTER] key. The display changes as follows. This screen lets you specify the measure to be used as copy source end point. Copy sou end point

6. Turn the dial to select the measure to use

as copy source end point, and press the IENTER] key. The copy range is specified, and the screen for selecting the copy destination appears.

Copy destination start point

7. Turn the dial to select the measure to use

as copy destination start point. &

8. To carry outthe copy process, press the

LENTER] key. The “EOS” marker is shifted back by the number of copied measures. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time.

9. Press the STOP [M] key.

The unit returns to the rhythm song selection screen. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key. Transposing the entire rhythm song You can transpose the bass sequence of the rhythm song, up or down in semitone units. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song to

3. Press the [EDIT] key.

The rhythm song edit menu appears. SonsEdit TRANSPOS Æ. Verity thatthe indication “TRANSPOS” is on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. TEANSPOS O

5. Turn the dial to select the transpose setting

{6-0 +6), and press the [ENTER] key. The default setting is 0 (no transposing). When you select a setting such as +5, the bass sequence will be transposed five semitones (a perfect fourth) up. (Depending on the range, the result may be one octave higher or lower.) When you press the [ENTER] key to confirm the transpose setting, the indication “TRANSPOS SURE?” appears on the display.

6. To carry out the transpose operation, press

the [ENTER] key once more. The transpose operation is carried out, and the rhythm song edit menu appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time NOTE When you carry out the transpose operation, the root of the chord information for the rhythm song is rewritten. To return tothe original condition, perform transpose once more in the opposite direction. Z. To return to the main screen, press the [EXT] key repeatediy.

Copying a rhythm song You can copy the contents of any rhythm song in a project to any other rhythm song number. This is useful to create variations of a song, NOTE When you execute the copy, the contents of the destination rhythm song will be erased. Use this function with care. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song to

copy. This song will be used as copy source.

3. Press the [FUNCTIONI key twice.

The display changes as follows. JCopy destination rhythm song Copy source rhythm song

4. Turn the dial to select the number of the

copy destination rhythm song, and press the [ENTER] key. When you select an empty rhythm song number, the indication “E” is shown to the right of the number When you press the [ENTER] key, the indication “COPY SURE?” appears on the display.

3. To carry out the copy operation, press the

[ENTER] key once more. When the copy operation is complete, the unit returns to the rhythm song selection screen with the destination rhythm song being loaded. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time

6. To return to the main screen, press the

MRS-B(E)book 87 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM249 Reference [Rhythm] Erasing the rhythm song This section explains how to erase the entire rhythm song, resetting it 10 a blank state. NOTE Once you erase the rhythm song, it cannot be recovered. Use this function with care. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERNI key repeatedly, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song to

3. Press the [FUNCTION] key.

The display changes as follows. JELETE O SURE?

4. To carry out the erase operation, press the

[ENTER] key. When the erase operation is completed, the unit returns to the rhythm song selection screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time.

5. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. ZOOM MRS-8 Assigning a name to a rhythm song When a rhythm song is created, the song name “Songxxx” signed. Gwhere xxx is the song number) is automatically You can edit this name as necessary. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key repeatediy, until the key is lit. The rhythm song selection screen appears.

2. Turn the dial to select the rhythm song

whose name you want to edit.

3. Press the [EDIT] key.

The rhythm song edit menu appears. SonsEdit € TRANSPOS Æ. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “SongEdit NAME” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. Songhame © SONGGE -d-

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to move the

flashing position to the character to change, and turn the dial or use the rhythm section pads and keys to select a character. For information on how to input characters, refer to page

6. When the name has been input, press the

LEXIT] key. The rhythm song name is changed, and the display returns to the rhythm song edit menu. Z. To return to the main screen, press the IEXIT] key repeatediy.

MRS-B(E)book 88 K—5 2004#7A301 HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Importing rhythm patterns and rhythm songs from another project This section explains how to import all rhythm pattern and rhythm song data or only a specific rhythm pattern from another project that was saved on the SD card. NOTE ‘The import process will overwrite existing rhythm patterns/ rhythm songs in the currently selected project. Take care not to accidentally overwrite rhythm patte or rhythm song data that you want to keep. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key to bring up the rhythm pattern or rhythm song selection screen. Importing of rhythm patterns or rhythm songs is possible both in rhythm pattern mode and rhythm song mode.

2. Press the [SYSTEM/UTILITY] key.

The rhythm utility menu for making various rhythm section settings appears. UTILITY LE] DRUM KIT

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “UTILITY IMPORT” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. IMPORT LE] ALL

4. Use the cursor left/right keys to select ALL

{import all rhythm patterns and rhythm songs) or PATTERN (import specific rhythm pattern), and press the [ENTER] key. In this condition, you can select the source project from which to import. IMPORT ) EontLkB1 H Project name Project number + Turn the dial to select the source project, and press the [ENTER] key. The subsequent steps differ, depending on which selection was made in step 4. + When ALL was selected Verify that the indication “IMPORT SURE?" is shown on the display. Then proceed to step 6 + When PATTERN was selected The source rhythm pattern is shown on the display. Turn the dial to select the desired rhythm pattern, and press the LENTER] key. The import destination pattern then is displayed. Use the dial again to select the destination pattern, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “IMPORT SURE?" appears on the display.

6. To carry out the import process, press the

IENTER] key. When all patterns/songs were selected, the rhythm pattern or rhythm song selection screen appears again. When a specific rhythm pattern was selected, the unit returns to the condition of step 5. To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 89 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] Editing various settings of the rhythm section This section explains how to edit various settings that affect the entire rhythm section, such as adjusting the pad sensitivity or adjusting the volume of the metronome. Basic procedure The basic procedure for editing the rhythm section settings is the same for most items, as described below HINT This procedure can be carried out either in rhythm pattern mode or rhythm song mode. T. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key to bring up the rhythm pattern or rhythm song selection screen.

2. Press the [SYSTEM/UTILITY] key.

The rhythm utility menu for making various rhythm section settings appears. UTILITY DRUM KIT

3. Use the cursor leftright keys to select one

ofthe following items to edit, and press the [ENTER] key. + DRUM KIT Select the drum kit to use for rhythm pattem/rhythm song play (+ p. 64). + BASS PRG Select the bass program to use for rhythm pattern/rhythm song play (+ p. 64). + COUNT Change the length of the pre-count that is heard during real-time input of a rhythm pattern. + ClickVol Change the volume level of the metronome click that is heard during real-time input of a rhythm pattern. ZOOM MRS-8 + PAD SENS Change the pad sensitivity which determines the volume level in relation to the force with which the pad is struck. + MIDI Make MIDI-related settings (-> p. 108). + IMPORT Import rhythm patterns and rhythm songs from another project saved on the SD card (-> p. 88). + MEMORY Check the remaining amount of rhythm pattern and rhythm song memory + POSITION Select whether the drum track panning operates as seen from the drummer or from the listener (audience)

4. Turn the dial to edit the setting.

The screen display and operation will be different for each item. For details on most items, refer to the sections that follow. For information on rhythm pattern/rhythm \d MIDI settings, refer to the respective sections in this manual. song import 3 When you have finished making settings, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. Changing the length of the pre-count count that is heard You can change the length of the pr when you record a rhythm pattern in real time. Perform steps 1-3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication SUTILITY COUNT”, and press the [ENTER] key. Then turn the dial to choose one of these settings. COURT

+ OFF The pre-count is turned of. + 1-8 A pre-count of 1 —8 beats is heard (default: 4).

MRS-B(E)book 90 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Rhythm] + SPECIAL * LITE A special pre-count as shown below is heard Maximum sensitivity, Even light taps will produce a loud volume. elylydiil, : noRMAL Changing the metronome volume You can change the volume of the metronome that is heard when you record a rhythm pattern in real time. Perform steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “UTILITY ClickVol”, and press the [ENTER] Key. Then turn the dial to set the volume (0 15). HINT A setting of zero means that the metronome click Is off. Adijusting the sensitivity of the pads You can specify the volume that is produced according to the force with which you hit the pads (pad sensitivity) Perform steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “UTILITY PAD SENS”, and press the IENTER] key. Then turn the dial to choose one of these settings. PAD SENS © NORMAL. + SOFT The volume will be soft, regardiess of how strongly you tap the pad. + MEDIUM The volume will be medium, regardless of how strongly you tap the pad. + LOUD The volume will be loud, regardless of how strongly you tap the pad. Normal sensitivity (default setting). + HARD Low sensitivity. Strong tapping is needed to produce a loud volume. + EXHARD Lowest sensitivity. Very strong tapping is needed to produce a loud volume. Checking the remaining amount of memory To check the remaining amount of recording memory for rhythm patterns and rhythm songs, perform steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “UTILITY MEMORY”, and press the [ENTER] key. This screen is for display only. There is no setting that can be edited. MEMORY O

Swapping the left/right pan position The pan setting for the drum sound can be set to apply as seen from the drummer or from the listener Perform steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “UTILITY POSITION”, and press the LENTER] key. Then select one of the following settings. + PLAYER Left/right pan setting applies as seen from the player (drummer). + LISTENER Left/right pan setting applies as seen from the listener (audience) ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 91 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] This section explains the functions and operation of the effect section built into the MRS-8. About the effects The MRS-8 has two types of effects, an “insert effect” that is inserted at a specific position, and a “send/retum effect” that is used via the built-in mixer, The two effect types can be used simultancously. The characteristics of these effects are described below Minsert effect The insert effect is placed into the signal path at a specific point. You can select one of the following positions at which to apply the effect. (1) immediately after the input jack (2) in the output of any audio track or drum track/bass track (3) immediately before the [MASTER] fader When the position immediately after the input selected, the effect processes the input signa result will be recorded when you carry out recording When the insert effect is applied to one of the audio tracks Gracks 1 — 8) or the drum track/bass track (drum kit/bass program output signal), the effect processes only specific track. This can be used to modify the sound ot recorded track. By selecting the position immediately before the IMASTER] fader, you can process the final stereo mix, for example to adjust the tonal quality or sonic intensity during mixdown or bounce recording. H Send/return effect The send/return effect is internally connected to the send/ return loop of the mixer section, This applies to a and can be used to add effects such as reverb or chorus during mixdown or bounce recording. The signal level of each track going to the send/return effect (send level) can be adjusted individually. The output of the send/return effect is returned to the internal mixer and added to the stereo mix. tracks Recorder

Internal mixer ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 92 K—5 2004#7A30 HA FÉSM24 Reference [Effects] Send/return effect Sendievel adjustment EEE 0000-O Using the insert effect This section explains how to select the position for the insert effect, how to select a patch, and how to edit patches. About insert effect patches The insert effect section contains a number of single effects such as compressor, distortion, and delay. Each of these separate effects is called an “effect module” In the insert effect, the effect modules are connected in series. À combination of effect modules that can be used simultaneously is called an “algorithnr The MRS-8 allows the following algorithms. + CLEAN + DIST + ACO/BASS SIM (Display: Ac/BsSIM) + BASS An algorithm suitable for recording guitar/bass. + MIC An algorithm suitable for microphone recording of vocals and acoustic instruments. + LINE An algorithm suitable for recording line-level output instruments such as a synthesizer. + DUAL MIC An algorithm with two entirely separate channels for mono input x 2 and mono output x 2. + MASTERING (Display: MASTRING) An algorithm suitable for processing the final stereo mix signal Depending on the selected algorithm, the input/output configuration of the effect will differ. The arrangement of effect modules for each algorithm and the inpuvoutput Signal flow are shown in the diagram below. HINT For some insert position settings, a stereo signal may be mixed to mono before effect input (-- p. 94). Algorithm Effect module arrangement Input/output type

MRS-B(E)book 93 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] Each effect module in an algorithm comprises two aspects, namely the effect type and the effect parameters. Even within the same algorithm, changing the effect type and/or the effect parameters can produce a variety of different sounds.

PATLVL The edited effect type and parameter settings are stored as a so-called “patch”. The insert effect allows 20 — 50 patches per algorithm, The numbers are listed in the table “IN Immediately after input (default) + DRUM Drum track + BASS Bass track + TR1-4 Tracks 1-4 *_TR 1/2, TR 3/4, TR 5/6, TR 7/8 Mono tracks x 2 (tracks 1/2, 3/4) or stereo tracks (tracks 516, 7/8) + MASTER Immediately before [MASTER] fader

2. Turn the dial to select the insert position.

While the screen of step 1 is shown, the status keys and INPUT [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 can also be used to select the insert position. To select the track pairs 1/2 and 3/4, press | both status keys together. To select the drumybass track b using the status key method, press the [RHYTHM] status key below. ; Number of paiches CRE (preprogrammed patches) EN 500) DIST 5042) HINT ACOIERSS SIT | 20 10) BASS ELU] MC EE NE EU] DUAL | s0G0) MASTERS | 200: To use a patch, first select the algorithm and then select one of the patches in the algorithm. When you select a patch, it becomes effective immediately. Changing the insert location of the insert effect In the default condition of a project, the insert effect is applied immediately after the input. To change the insert location, proceed as follows. T. From the main screen, press the [INPUT SRC] key in the effect section. The current insert position is shown on the display,

The display meaning is as follows. ZOOM MRS-8 repeatediy until the desired insert position (DRUM” or “BASS") is shown.

3. When the desired insert position has been

selected, press the [EXIT] key to return to the main screen. Selecting the patch for the insert effect This section explains how to select the patch for the insert effect T. From the main screen, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the effect se repeatedly, until the key is lit. The following display is shown. In this condition, you can select the algorithm and patch for the insert effect.

MRS-B(E)book 94 K—5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] + Insert position immediately after input Algorithm name Recording on a mono track . 4” e L Patch name Patch number =

Use the cursor up/down keys to select the Input 1 —{" OU) L® algorithm to use. A When you select the algorithm, the patch currently l L selected for that algorithm becomes active. input 1 EFFECT

3. Turn the dial to select the patch to use. L

The new patch is called up immediately. put —{"| FS [® HINT in : put EFFECT na over pk dun out mel 6 level (the final volume of the patch). R + Ifthe indication “EMPTY" is shoun in the patch name field input 1 or salecing the patch vil have no ect 7 [ST Tac |] input2 | OUAU Le [rack ]

4. To temporarily turn off the insert effect,

press the [INSERT EFFECT] key so that the key goes out. Recording on a stereo track The insert effect is switched to the bypass (off) condition. EN | À The indications “BYPASS" and “TUNER-ENTER" are Input 1 ——| DES L shown alternately on the display. numbered rack To turn the insert effect on again, press the [INSERT

EFFECT] key one more Error de Input 1 — | QUAL) Eva HINT 1 [0 Pressing tre ENTER Key in he bypass condition actes Input + EFFET Jr emduci] the tuner function (+ p.114 (5) = cr rez —

5. Press the [EXIT] key to return to the main L [Où

_ Es TE will change, depending on the insert position and the number of input/output channels (mono/stereo). Input 1 EFFECT numbered track The illustration at right shows how the signal changes (MS) before and after the insert effect, depending on the insert À Loumbered track effect position. (In the effect indication, “MS” stands L_ [6x Input 1 TE rrEcr numbered track for mono input/stereo output, *S—>S" stands for stereo ie and mono output x 2.) Input 2 94 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 95 A5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] + Insert position at output of audio track or drum kit/bass program Insert target is mono track (1 - 4) or bass traci Recorder LL Intemal mixer CES [8

ZOOM MRS-8 +_ Insert position immediately before [MASTER] fader MASTER fader MastER EFFECT al US MASTER fader MastER h OUTPUT L EFFECT ©: ES j & MASTER fader ygsten ñ OUTPUT L EFFECT = ©: R (UAL) ü ©* The effect modules of an algorithm have various effect parameters that can be adjusted to make detailed changes to the character of the effect. By editing the effect parameters, you can obtain the desired sonic result For some effect modules, you can also change the effect type. For example, the MODULATION/DELAY effect module of the MIC algorithm provides 19 effect types such as chorus, langer, phaser, etc. (When you change the effect type, the effect parameter arrangement also changes.) Effect | MODULATIONS module | = DELAY Etect| chorus | Lancer | PHASER type Effect] DEPTH DEPTH RATE les RATE RATE GoLOR parameters | RATE Eu This section explains how to edit the effect type and effect parameters for the currently selected patch.

MRS-B(E)book 96 «5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] NOTE ‘The algorithm itself (type and arrangement of effect modules) cannot be edited T. From the main screen, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the effect section repeatedly, until the key is lit. The insert effect patch selection screen is shown. CLEAN CR] Standard A

2. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

algorithm which has the patch you want to edit. Turn the dial to select the patch. HINT Ifthe indication “EMPTY” is shown in the patch name field, allofthe modules are set to off. By editing such a patch, you can create it from scratch.

3. Press the [EDIT] key.

The indication “EDIT” appears on the display. This means that the patch can now be edited. The first line of the display shows the effect module currently selected for editing, Effect module COMPRESS De SENS 4

4. Use the cursor left/right keys to select the

effect module to edit. MODSTLY = € CHÜRUS Depending on the selected effect module, the indication on the first line of the display changes as shown in the table below. This table shows the display that is shown when the effect module is on. If the effect module is off, the first line of the display shows the module name or the effect type, and the second line shows “-OFF-" HINT In the DUAL MIC algorithm, the modules assigned to the L and R channels can be edited separately. The indication “L” selected. The indication “R” means that the module for the | right channel is selected.

3. To change the effect type of the currently

MRS-B(E)book 97 A5 2004#7A30R HA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] For effect modules which comprise multiple effect types, the name of the currently selected effect type is shown on the second line of the display. When you turn the dial in this condition, the effect type changes. FLAHGER Effect type name HINT +_Ifthe contents of a patch have been changed, the “EDIT indicator in the upper par of the display will change to “EDITED”. Wen the setting is retumed to the original condition, the indicator reverts to “EDIT” To edit the ZNR module, bring up the indication TOTAL" on the firstline ofthe display, and then press the eursor down key to call up the parameter.

6. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

effect parameter to edit. The displayed parameter will be different, depending on the effect module and effect type. The following illustration shows what appears on the display when you have selected the DEPTH parameter of the “FLANGER" effect. FLANGER "2. DEFTH Effect parameter Setting value HINT When the first line of the display shows “TOTAL”, the cursor up/doun keys can be used to select the ZNR module and the patch level Z+ Turn the dial to change the setting value. For details on the effect types that can be selected for each effect module and on the effect parameters of each type, refer to the information in the appendix of this manual.

8. To toggle the effect module on or off, bring

up an effect type or parameter for the module, and then press the [ENTER] key. The effect module is turned off. The module name or the effect type is shown on the first line and the indication “-OFF-" on the second line of the display. Pressing the [ENTER] key once more in this condition turns the ZOOM MRS-8 module on again. FLANGER ® € FF- NOTE ‘The modules included in TOTAL cannot be turned off.

9. To compare the sound of the currently

edited patch before and after editing, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key. Pressing the [INSERT EFFECT] key during editing activates the compare function. While the compare function is active, the display changes as follows and the patch reverts to the last stored condition. COMPARE Standard Hi To return to the edited patch, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key once more, or press the [EXIT] key 10, Repeat steps 4 - 8 as necessary to edit other modules. 11, To adjustthe patch level (the final volume of the patch), use the cursor left/right keys to bring up the indication “TOTAL PAT LVL" on the display, and turn the dial. The patch level can be adjusted in the range from 1 to 30. TOTAL PAT _LUL 23 12, When you have finished editing, press the IEXIT] key repeatediy to return to the main screen. NOTE Keep in mind that if you select another patch without first Storing the edited patch, the changes will be lost. For information on how to store a patch, refer to the next section.

MRS-B(E)book 98 K—5 2004#7A30R SRA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] Storing or swapping insert effect patches An insert effect patch that you have edited can be stored in any location of the same algorithm. By storing an existing patch in another location, you can create a copy of that patch. Interchanging the position of patches (swapping) is also possible T. From the insert effect patch selection screen or the edit screen, press the IFUNCTION] key. The currently selected patch goes into store standby mode. In this condition, you can select whether to perform store or swap. STÛRE TO vu Standard H Patch number

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “STORE TO” or “SWAP TO”.

3. Turn the dial to select the number of the

patch to store/swap. When carrying out store, the current patch settings will be stored under this number. When carrying out swap, the currently selected patch and the patch settings selected here will be interchanged.

4. To carry out the store/swap operation,

press the [FUNCTION] key. When the store/swap operation is completed, the insert effect patch selection screen appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [FUNCTION] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at aime HINT + Païches are saved as part of a project. + Patches from another project can be imported to the current project (-- p. 102). Assigning a name to an insert effect patch This section explains how to assign a name to the currently selected insert effect patch. T. From the insert effect patch selection screen, select the patch whose name you want to change. CLEAN ms © Standard Hi

2. Press the [EDIT] key.

The selected patch can now be edited.

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “TOTAL PAT LVL” on the display. TOTAL - e@ PAT LUL 25

4. Repeatedly press the cursor down key to d

bring up the indication “PAT NAME” on the | display. The name of the selected patch can now be edited. The cursor indicates the character that can be changed. PAT HAME = © tandard Cursor

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to move the

cursor to the character you want to change, and turn the dial or use the rhythm section pads and keys to select a character. For information on how to input characters, refer to page

IFUNCTIONI key in the control section twice. The patch is stored, overwriting the old information. When storing is complete, the insert effect patch selection screen appears again. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 99 K—5 2004#7A30R MA FÉSM24% Reference [Effects] NOTE Keep in mind that the name will revert to the previous name if you switch to another patch without storing the edited patch. Applying the insert effect only to the monitor signal Normally, when the insert effect is applied immediately after the input, the signal processed by the effect will be recorded (effect recording). If necessary, however, you can apply the insert effect only to the monitor signal, and record the unprocessed input signal on the track. For example when recording the unprocessed sound of a vocal performance, the vocalist may be more comfortable singing if an effect is applied to the monitor signal only. T. Setthe insert effect position toimmediately after the input.

2. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/

UTILITY] key in the display section. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display. SYSTEN, PROJECT

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM REC SRC” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows.

HET You can now select one of the following two signal types to be recorded on the track. + WET The input signal that has passed through the insert effect will be recorded on the track (default setting). ZOOM MRS-8 [MASTER] fader + DRY Only the unprocessed input signal will be recorded on the track. If the insert effect is applied to the input, the signal appearing at the MASTER OUTPUT jacks will be processed by the effect. Fader 1 MASTER

4. Turn the dial to change the setting to

4DRY”. IMASTERI fader 3 When you have finished making settings, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. NOTE ‘This setting is stored for each project. Ifrequired, change the setting back to “WET” before you begin recording other parts.

MRS-B(E).book 100 2004#7A308 RE FREM24% Reference [Effects] Using the send/return effect This section explains how to select and edit patches for the send/return effect. About the send/return effect patches The send/return effect of the MRS-8 is a single effect module for which one effect type (reverb, chorus, delay, ete.) can be selected. Each effect type has various effect parameters which can be adjusted to control the sound produced by the effect Such settings can be assigned a name and stored as a patch. In the default condition, a project has 60 send/ retum effect patches (40 of which are preprogrammed). By selecting one of these, the send/return effect can be instantly switched. Selecting a send/return effect patch This section expl patch how to select a send/return effect T. From the main screen, press the [SEND/ RETURN] key in the effect section repeatedly, until the key is lit. The send/return effect patch selection screen appears. VoChorus ÿ Patch name Patch number

2. Turn the dial to select the patch.

As you turn the dial, new patches will be recalled immediately. If the send/return effect send level for each track has been raised, you can press the PLAY [B-] key to play back the song and check out the result of the newly selected patch. HINT + You can also use the cursor lefright keys to adjust the EFX LVL parameter (he mix amount of the effect sound) + Forinfommation on how to adjust the send level, see page 58.

effect, press the [SEND/RETURNI key so that the key goes out. The send/return effect is switched to the bypass (off) condition. The indication “SEND -MUTE-" is shown on the display. To turn the send/return effect on again, press the [SEND/RETURN] key once more.

4. Press the [EXIT] key to return to the main

screen. Editing a send/return effect patch This section explains how to edit a send/return effect paich T. From the main screen, press the [SEND/ RETURN] key in the effect section repeatedly, until the key is lit. The send/return effect patch selection screen appears. SEND mm VoChorus

2. Turn the dial to select the patch to edit.

HINT Ifthe indication *EMPTY* is shown in the patch name field, allof the modules are set to of. By editing such a patch, you can create it from scratch.

3. Press the [EDIT] key.

The currently selected effect type appears on the second line of the display. TYPE HALL Effect type The indication “EDIT” is shown on the display during patch editing. ZOOM MRS-8

4. Turn the dial to switch the effect type.

When the effect type is changed, the effect parameters will also change accordingly. HINT +_Ifthe contents of a patch have been changed, the “EDIT indicator in the upper par of the display will change to “EDITED”. Wen the setting is retumed to the original condition, the indicator reverts to “EDIT” + By pressing the [ENTER] key during ediing, you can temporari turn the effect off, which is convenient during parameter adjustment. To turn the effect back on, press the ENTER] key once more.

6. Turn the dial to change the setting.

For details on the effect types and effect parameters for the send/return effect, refer to the appendix at the end of this manual. Z. To compare the sound of the currently edited patch before and after editing, press the [SEND/RETURNI] key. Pressing the [SEND/RETURN] key during editing activates the compare function. While the compare function is active, the display changes as follows and the patch reverts to the last stored condition. COMPARE MaCharus To return to the edited patch, press the [SEND/RETURN] Key once more, or press the [EXIT] key. ZOOM MRS-8

8. Repeat steps 5-6 as necessary to edit

other effect parameters.

9. When you have finished editing, press the

LEXIT] key. The send/return effect patch selection screen appears again NOTE Keep in mind that if you select another patch without first Storing the edited patch, the changes will be lost. For information on how to store a patch, refer to the next section. Storing or swapping send/ return effect patches A patch that you have edited can be stored in any location. of the send/retum effect. By storing an existing patch in another location, you can create a copy of that patch. Interchanging the position of patches (swapping) is also possible From the send/return effect patch selection screen or edit screen, press the IFUNCTIONI key. d The currently selected patch goes into store standby mode. In this condition, you can select whether to perform store or swap. STORE TO ou VoChorus Patch number

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “STORE TO" or “SWAP TO”.

3. Turn the dial to select the number of the

patch to store/swap. When carrying out store, the current patch settings will be stored under this number. When carrying out swap, the currently selected patch and the patch settings selected here will be interchanged.

4. To carry out the store/swap operation,

press the [FUNCTION] key. When the store/swap operation is completed, the send/ return effect patch selection screen appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [FUNCTION] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at aime HINT + Païches are saved as part of a project. + Patches from another project can be imported to the current project. Assigning a name to a send/ return effect patch This section explains how to assign a name to the currently selected send/return effect patch T. Fromthe send/return effect patch selection screen, select the patch whose name you want to change. SEND ms. © WoChorus ü

2. Press the [EDIT] key.

The selected patch can now be edited.

3. Repeatediy press the cursor down key to

bring up the indication “PAT NAME" on the display. The name of the selected patch can now be edited. The cursor indicates the character that can be changed. fRT HAME * oChorus

cursor to the character you want to change, and turn the dial or use the rhythm section pads and keys to select a character. For information on how to input characters, refer to page

IFUNCTIONI key in the control section twice. The patch is stored, overwriting the old information. When storing is complete, the send/return effect patch selection screen appears again. NOTE Keep in mind that the name will revert to the previous name if you switch to another patch without storing the edited patch. Importing patches from another project If required, you can import all patches or specific patches of the insert effect or send/return effect from another project. NOTE Keopin mindthat mporing patches in his way il overurite rase patches that you wish 1 keep) î T. To import a specific patch, select the patch to use as import target. + Importing a specific insert effect patch From the main screen, press the [INSERT EFFECT] key to bring up the insert effect patch selection screen. Then use the cursor up/down keys and the dial to select the algorithm and patch to use as import target. The import source can be selected from the patches of the same algorithm. + Importing a specific send/return effect patch From the main screen, press the [SEND/RETURN EFFECT] key to bring up the send/return effect patch selection screen, Then use the dial to select the patch to use as import target

2. Press the [SYSTEM/UTILITY] key to bring

up the indication “UTILITY IMPORT” on the display, and then press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. ZOOM MRS-8

3. Turn the dial to select ALL {import all

patches) or PATCH (import single patch), and press the [ENTER] key. In this condition, you can select the project from which to impor IMPORT Q PRJSES 5 Project name Project number

4. Turn the dial to select the import source

project, and press the [ENTER] key. The subsequent steps differ, depending on which selection was made in step 3. + When ALL was selected Verify that the indication “IMPORT SURE?" is shown on the display and proceed to step 5 + When PATCH was selected The import source patch appears on the display. When you turn the dial to select the patch and press the IENTER] key, the impor target patch selected in step 1 is shown. If necessary, turn the dial to select the number of the patch to use as import target, and press the [ENTER] key. The indication “SURE?” appears on the display.

5. To carry out the import process, press the

[ENTER] key. AI patches or the specified patch of the selected project will be imported. When the process is completed, the display of step 1 appears again. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 104<—3 2004#7A308 RE FREM24% Reference [Projects] This section describes how to perform operations for entire projects. About projects Working with projects On the MRS-8, the data needed to reproduce a so red in units called “projects”. By loading create are ma a project, you can always go back to exactly the same condition that existed when the project was saved. A project contains the following information. Audio data recorded on V-takes 1 - 10 of tracks 1-8 and the master track V-take selected for each track Internal mixer settings Track parameter settings Numbers and settings of patches currently selected for insert effect/send return effects Rhythm patterns Rhythm songs Drum kit/bass program currently selected for drum/ bass track Other settings HINT On the MRS-8, recording/playback operations can be performed only for the currently loaded project. It is not possible to perform functions for multiple projects simultaneousiy

This section explains how to perform operations such as loading or saving a project. Basic procedure Some steps are the same for all project operations. These ned below. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. The display changes as follows.

2. Verify that “SYSTEM PROJECT” is shown

on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The project menu appears on the display, allowing you to select the desired project operation. PRCLIECT E SELECT HINT Each time you cal up the project menu, the current project is automatically saved

3. Use the cursor leftright keys to select one

ofthe following operations. + PROJECT SELECT Load a previously saved project from the SD card + PROJECT NEW Create a new project. + PROJECT COPY Duplicate a project saved on the SD card. + PROJECT ERASE Erase a project from the SD card. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 105 —3 2004#7A308 RE FRSM24% Reference [Projects] + PROJECT NAME Edit the name of the currently loaded project. + PROJECT PROTECT Switch the protection status of the currently loaded project on or off.

Continuously play the master tracks from several projects saved on the SD card (sequence play). HINT For details on the sequence play function, see page 111

4. Press the [ENTER] key to execute the

operation (or change the setting) that you selected. For details on the procedure, refer to the sections that follow.

5. To return to the main screen, press the

[EXT] key repeatediy. Depending on which selection was made in step 3, the main screen may return automatically. Loading a project You can select a project that was saved on the SD card, and load it HINT When power to the MRS-8 is tued on, the project that was last worked on wi be loaded automatically. T. Refer to steps 1 - 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “PROJECT SELECT” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. The name and number of the project to be loaded are shown on the display. PRJ SEL ( PRJGGE g Project name Project number

2. Turn the dial to select the desired project.

3. Press the [ENTER] key to load the project.

When loading is completed, the unit returns to the main ZOOM MRS-8 screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the LENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time Creating a new project This operation creates a new project on the SD card. T. Refer to steps 1-3 of “Basic procedure" to bring up the indication “PROJECT NEW” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key. The name and number of the project to create are shown on the display. Project number PRJHoëg 1 PRJGE 1 Project name The number of the newly created project is assigned automatically, choosing the lowest free project number, nd a default name of “PRJxxx" (where xxx is the project number) will be assigned The project name is shown with a cursor on the first character. This indicate that you can change the project name.

2. if necessary, edit the project name.

To edit the name, use the cursor lefuright keys and the dial or the pads and keys in the rhythm section to input a character. For details on entering characters, see page 33

3. To create the project, press the [ENTER]

key. The newly created project is loaded automatically, and the unit returns to the main screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time. HINT +_ The project name can also be edited later (— p. 107). + Ifthe recorder is stopped and the main screen is shown, you can call up the screen of step 1 simply by pressing the [NEW PROJECT] key.

MRS-B(E).book 1063 20047308 ÀRE FRSM24% Reference [Projects] Copying a project Erasing a project This operation duplicates a project that is saved on the SD This operation erases a saved project from the SD card. card. NOTE T. Refer to steps 1 - 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “PROJECT COPY” on the display. Then press the [ENTERI] key. The name and number of the project to copy are shown Once a project has been erased, it cannot be restored. Use this operation with care. T. Refer to steps 1-3 of “Basic procedure" to on the display. bring up the indication “PROJECT ERASE" onthe display. Then press the [ENTER] key. PEJ COPY [e] The display changes as follows. PRE ê Prolect name Prosclhumber FAT EE PRJOES

2. Turn the dial to select the copy source Projeët name Project number

project, and press the [ENTERI] key. The display changes as follows. 2. Tumthe dial to selectthe project, and press the [ENTER] key. PRJ COPY © The indication “SURE?” appears on the display. COPY TO ! (Copy destination projeîtmumber 3. Press the [ENTER] key to erase the project. You can also erase the project that is currently loaded. If you do this, the lowest-numbered project on the SD card | From this screen, you can select the copy destination will automatically be loaded after the erase operation has project number been completed.

3. Turn the dial to select the copy destination

projectnumber, and press the [ENTER] key. NOTE The indication “SURE?" appears on the display A project for which protect is ON cannot be erased. Set protect to OFF and then repeat the procedure (-- p. 107)

4. Press the [ENTER] key to copy the project.

When copying is completed, the copy destination project is loaded, and the unit returns to the main screen. By pressing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, you can cancel the operation and back up one step at a time 106 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E).book 107 3 2004#7A308 RE FREM24% Reference [Projects] Changing the project name This operation lets you edit the name of the currently loaded project. T. Refer to steps 1 - 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “PROJECT NAME” on the display. Then press the [ENTERI] key. The display changes as follows. EE HAME

Cursor A cursor appears on the first character of the project name.

2. Usethe cursorleft/right keys andthe dial or

the pads and keys in the rhythm section to put a character. For details on entering characters, see page 33. To return to the main screen after editing the name, press the [EXIT] key repeatedy. Protecting a project This operation lets you write-protect the currently loaded project, which disables project saving and editing. When protect is ON, the following operations will not be allowed. Erasing a project Editing or recording on the recorder Changing the V-take Editing a patch for the insert effect and send/return effect Recording or editing a rhythm pattern or rhythm song Setting or deleting marker information Changing the names of various data HINT A project that has been protected can stil be played normally, and you can change the mixing balance and make certain other changes, but the changes cannot be saved. ZOOM MRS-8 T. Refer to steps 1-3 of “Basic procedure" to bring up the indication “PROJECT PROTECT” on the display. Then press the IENTER] key. The display changes as follows. FRJ FRT © OFF

2. Turn the dial to select ON (protect enabled)

or OFF (protect disabled). If protect is ON for the project, a lock icon is shown in the bottom right of the main screen. Lock icon A change in the protect status becomes active immediately. To return to the main screen after making the setting, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly. NOTE A project that is not protected will be automatically saved on the SD card every time the power is turned off or the project menu is called up. If you have finished a song, we recommend to turn protect ON. This will prevent inadvertentiy saving changes caused by operation steps that you have taken after finishing the song,

Reference [MIDI] This section explains the MIDI-related settings and functions of the MRS-8 About MIDI Making MiDI-related settings collectively called “MIDI mes between devices including electronic musi instruments and computers. The MRS-8 is equipped with a MIDI OUT connector that can send internally generated MIDI messages to other MIDI compatible devices. This can be used to supply rhythm pattern playing information and synchronization information. What you can do using MIDI On the MRS-8, you can use MIDI for the following functions. + Send play information You can send Note On/Off messages from the MRS-8 when hitting the pads or when playing a rhythm song/ rhythm pattern, These can be used to play an external MIDI sound source connected to the MIDI OUT connector. + Send sync information The MRS-8 can supply clock information ba internal tempo (Timing Clock) or absolute time information in hours/minutes/seconds/frames (MIDI Time Code) to an external MIDI device, for synchronization of transport operations. ed on + Send control change information The MRS-8 can supply Control C according to drum/bass sequence information programmed in a rhythm pattern or rhythm song. ange messages

This section explains how to make MIDI-related setti Basic procedure The procedure for making MIDI settings is similar for most settings. The basic steps are as follows. From the main screen, press the [SONG/ PATTERN] key and then the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key. The rhythm utility menu for making various rhythm section related settings appears. UTILITY DRUM KIT

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “UTILITY MIDI" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. MIDI E DRUM CH In this condition, you can select MIDI-related setting items.

3. Use the cursor leftright keys to select one

ofthe following items. + DRUM CH Set the MIDI channel for sending playing information of drum kit. + BASS CH Set the MIDI channel for sending playing information of bass program + CLOCK Tum Timing Clock transmission on/off + SPP Turn Song Position Pointer transmission on/off information about current position in beats from the start ZOOM MRS-8

Reference [MIDI] of the song) + COMMAND Turn Start/Stop/Continue message transmis + MTC Turn MIDI Time Code transmission on/off. NOTE Control Change transmission is always enabled, except when the drum ki/bass program send channel is set to of.

4. Press the [ENTER] key to display the

setting of the selected item, and turn the dial to change the setting. For details on each item, refer to the following explanation. . When you have finished making settings,

5. wn have finished maki ï

press the [EXIT] key repeatediy to return to the main screen. Setting the drum kit/bass program MIDI channel You can specify the MIDI channels for the drum track and bass program. Refer to steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “MIDI DRUM CH” or “MIDI BASS CH” on the display. Then turn the dial to select one of the following settings. + 1-16CH Select one of MIDI channels 1 — 16 (default: DRUM CH=10CH, BASS CH=9CH) + OFF Channel messages (Note On/Off, Control Change etc.) for the drum kit or bass program will not be sent. DEUM CH TECH If you specifÿ a MIDI channel (1 — 16), hitting a pad of the MRS-8 or playing back a rhythm pattern or rhythm song will cause the drum/bass track playing information to be transmitted as Note On/OfF messages in the selected channel. HINT By selecting the same channel for the drum kit and bass program, the playing information can be sent together on a ZOOM MRS-8 single channel via the MIDI OUT connector. Turning Timing Clock messages on or off This setting specifies whether the MIDI synchronization message Timing Clock will be transmitted. Refer to steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “MIDI CLOCK” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key and turn the dial to select one of the following settings. + ON (Transmission on) Timing Clock information will be transmitted when the MRS-8 is running (default setting). Timing Clock information will not be transmitted. CLOCK O

The Timing Clock information is derived by dividing a quarter note by 24. When Timing Clock is on, the clock signal will calculated based on the tempo of the rhythm | pattern/rhythm song that is playing & In order for the external MIDI device to play back in synchronization at an appropriate tempo, you will need to specify the tempo of the rhythm pattern/rhythm song at the MRS-8, To synchronize the measure indication at the MRS-8 and the MIDI device, the time signature setting at both devices must be matched NOTE TTiming Clock information wil| be transmitted even if the drum/bass track is muted. HINT + When using MIDI Timing Clock messages transmitted from the MRS-8 to synchronize the transport locate operation at the external MIDI device, you should also turn on transmission er Sang Position Pointer and Star/Stop/Cantinue messages in addition to Timing Clock. + If you transmit Timing Clock together with Note On/Of or MTG information from the MRS-8, synchronization may become unstable. When transmiting Timing Clock, transmission of these messages should be turned of.

Reference [MIDI] Turning Song Position Pointer messages on or off You can specify whether Song Position Pointer messages will be transmitted. Song Position Pointer is a MIDI message that indicates the current position as a beat/clock count from the start, Normally it is used in conjunction with Timing Clock. Refer to steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “MIDI SPP” on the display. Then press the IENTER] key and turn the dial to select one of the following settings. +_ON (Transmission on) MIDI Song Position Pointer messages will be transmitted when a locate operation is performed on the MRS-8 (default setting). Song Position Pointer messages will not be transmitted. SPP

Turning Start/Stop/Continue messages on or off You can specify whether Start/Stop/Continue messages will be transmitted. Start/Stop/Continue are MIDI messages that indicate the transport status of a device. Normally these messages are used in conjunction with Timing Clock. Refer to steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “MIDI COMMAND" on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key and turn the dial to select one of the following settings. +_ON (Transmission on) The appropriate Star/Stop/Continue mess: transmitied when the MRS-8 stops or begins running (default setting). ge will be +_OFF (Transmission off) Star/Stop/Continue messages will not be transmitied. COMMAND O

Turning MIDI Time Code (MTC) messages on or off You can specify whether MIDI Time Code (MTC) messages used for synchronization will be transmitted. Refer to steps 1 — 3 of “Basic procedure” to bring up the indication “MIDI MTC” on the display. Then press the [ENTER] key and turn the dial to select one of the following settings. +24 (24 frames/second) + 25 (25 frames/second) + 29.97nd (29.97 frames/second, non-drop) + 80nd (30 frames/second, non-drop) When the MRS-8 is running, MTC messages with the specified frame rate are sent out. +_ OFF (Transmission off) MTC messages will not be transmitted. MTC O OFF When using MTC to synchronize MIDI devices, the | MRS-8 always functions as MTC master. Set up the other & device to operate as MTC slave which receives MTC | messages and functions accordingly An example for synchronizing the MRS-8 with a synthesizer is shown below MTC master MIDI_MTC slave

DIMTC —+ | Sequencer MIDI OUT connector The frame rate setting (24, 25, 29.97nd, 30) must always be matched at the master and slave side. Otherwise correct synchronization is not possible. HINT If you transmit MTG as well as other MIDI messages from the MRS-8, synchronization may become unstable. When transmitting MIDI Time Code (MTC) messages, transmission of other messages should be turned off. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 111 K—3 20047308 RE FREM24% Reference [Other Functions] ‘This section explains various other functions of the MRS-8.

4. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

Playing several projects the indication “PROJECT SEQ PLAY” on the continuously display, and press the [ENTER] key. (sequence play) The display changes as follows.

The MRS-8 lets you line up the master tracks from ED EL multiple projects saved on the SD card and play them continuously in a specified order (sequence play). This is handy to record several projects on an external recorder, Playlist number or to play the accompaniment to multiple songs during a The display shows the sereen for selecting a playlist. The live performance. second line of the display shows the number of the To use sequence play, you create a playlist which selected playlist and the number of projects registered in specifies the order of projects. Up to 10 different playlists that playlist. If an empty playlist has been selected, the can be created per SD card. Up to 99 projects can be display shows “EMPTY”. specified per playlist.

3. Turn the dial to select the playlist for which

= to register projects, and press the [EDIT] Creating a playlist key. The display changes as follows. Register projects in a playlist as follows. T. Verity that the V-take you want to play is END OF O | selected for each projects master track. LIST f Î Playback number NOTE Projects in which an unrecorded V-take is selected for the This screen lets you register projects in the playlist. The master track cannot be registered in a playlist. bottom right of the display shows the playback number which indicates the sequential position of the current

2. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM project.

UTILITY] key in the display section. The “END OF LIST" indication denotes the end of the The display changes as follows. playlist. When the playlist is empty, the indication “END OF LIST” appears at the beginning of the list. STEEL © 6. Turnthe dial to select the projectto register atthe beginning of the playlist. The project is registered in the first position of the

3. Press the [ENTER] key. playlist, The “END OF LIST” indication moves to the

The project menu for various project related functions next playback number. appears. (1) Project number/project name PROJECT LE] î PRJ_ga1 SELECT HRSSDENMO (2) V-take duration (3) Playback number ZOOM MRS-8 111

Shows the number and name of the project registered in the playlist (2) V-take duration Shows the playing time of the V-take selected for the master track of the registered project, in minutes, seconds, and milliseconds. (8) Playback number Shows the playback position of the project. NOTE + Projects in which an unrecorded V-take is selected for the master track cannot be registered in a playlist. the name of a desired project does not appear on the display, check whether a recorded V-take is selected for the master track + A master track whose selected V-take is extremely short (4 seconds or less) cannot be registered in a playist Z. Press the cursor right key. The display changes as follows. END OF LIST In this condition, you can select the second project to play.

8. Turn the dial to select the next project to

play. Use the same procedure to select projects for subsequent positions. À maximum of 99 projects can be registered in a playlist. “To edit the contents of a playlist, proceed as follows. +_ To change projects in a playlist se the cursor left/right Keys to select the position number for which you want to change the project, and use the dial to select another project. + Toinsert a project in a playlist Use the cursor left/right keys to select the position number where you want to insert a project. Press the IFUNCTION] key in the display section twice. (The indication “INSERT?” appears on the display.) Turn the dial to select another project, and press the [ENTER] key. The project is inserted and subsequent projects are renumbered.

+_To delete a single project from a playlist Use the cursor leftright keys to select the position number of the project to delete. Press the [FUNCTION] key in the display section. (The indication “DELETE SURE?” appears on the display.) Press the [ENTER] key. The project is deleted and subsequent projects are renumbered. + To delete all projects from a playlist On the playlist registration screen, press the IFUNCTION] key in the display section. (The indication “DELETE SURE?" appears on the display.) Press the cursor down key. (The indication “ALL DEL SURE?" appears on the display.) To carry out the operation, press the [ENTER] key. +_To switch the V-take for the master track Press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. Load the project for which you want to switch the V-take, and select the V-take for the master track. Then return to the playlist registration screen.

9. When you have registered all desired

projects in the playlist, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. NOTE +_ The playlist can be edited and played from any project +_ Ifthe V-take data of the master track of a project registered in a playlist are deleted from the SD card, or when the V-take selection has been changed to an empty V-take, the respective playist becomes empty. Playing a playlist Select the playlist for continuous project playback as follows. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM UTILITY] key in the display section. The display changes as follows. SYSTEM PRÔJECT

2. Press the [ENTER] key.

The project menu for various project related functions appears ZOOM MRS-8

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “PROJECT SEQ PLAY” onthe display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display shows the screen for selecting a playlist. When a playlist is selected for which projects have been registered, the counter in the bottom of the display shows the total playback time of all projects in the playlist Total playing time of projects List number

4. Turn the dial to select the desired playlist.

5. Press the PLAY >] key.

Projects are played in the order as registered in the playlist. During playback, the display changes as follows. PLAY Q PRJGGE A Name of project Playback number being played When a project has played through, the master track of the next project is automatically loaded and played. During project playback, the following keys can be used to select a project, pause play, or locate a certain point. + PLAY D>] key Play from the start of the current project. + STOP [M] key Stop project playback and return to the start of'the current project. + ZERO D] key Return to the start of the project registered for playback position 1 + FFD»]key Stop playback, jump to the beginning of the next project, and resume playback. ZOOM MRS-8 + REW [4] key Stop playback. jump to the beginning of the previous project, and resume playback. When playback of the last project is completed, the recorder stops. HINT During playback, you can use the [MASTER] fader to adjust the playback volume. (Other faders have no effect.)

6. To return to the main screen, press the

Reference [Other Functions] Using the tuner function The MRS-8 incorporates a versatile tuner that can also accommodate 7-string guitar, 5-string bass and other unconventional tunings. This section explains how to use the tuner function. Using the chromatic tuner The chromatic tuner which can automatically detect pitch in semitone steps operates as follows. Connect the instrument that you want to tune to one of the INPUT 1/2 connectors and set the respective INPUT [ON/OFF] key to ON. When using INPUT 1, the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch on the rear panel must be set to the correct position. HINT *_Hf you press the [MIC] key so that itis lit, the internal microphone will be active and can be used for tuning. Ifboth inputs are activated, the input signals will be mixed and sent to the tuner. Set the INPUT [ON/OFF] key of the input not required for tuning to OFF.

2. Press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the

effect section repeatediy, until the key is out. The insert effect is bypassed and the display alternatelÿ shows “INSERT BYPASS” and “TUNER--ENTER"

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The tuner function is turned on. In the default condition of a project, the chromatic tuner will be selected. Currenty selected tuner CHROMATC HINT + You can sich the tuning type by pressing the lt and right cursor keys. For details, see the next section. + While the tuner is operating, all effects are disabled.

4. Play the note that you want to tune.

The pitch is automatically detected, and the display shows the nearest note name (C, C#, D, D#, E...). The display also indicates by how much the current pitch is different from the correct pitch. CHROMATE © #>À Correct pitchl

5. Adjust the pitch until the “<>” indication

encloses the desired note.

6. To change the reference pitch of the tuner,

turn the dial during tuner operation. The reference pitch of the tuner is set to center À = 440 Hz by default. The reference pitch can be adjusted over the range of 435 — 445 Hz, in 1-Hz steps. CALIE e +HBHz When the value was changed, the original display will return after a while. You can also press the [EXIT] key or one of the cursor keys to return. HINT +_The reference pitch setting is saved individually for each project. + When you change the reference pitch of the tuner, the pitch of the rhythm section bass program will also change accordingi. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 115X—3 2004#7A308 RE FRSM24% Reference [Other Functions] Z. When you have finished using the tuner function, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. Using other tuning types The MRS-8 allows various other tuning types besides chromatie tuning, including standard tuning for guitar and bass, and various special tuning functions. Using the example of a guitar/bass connected to the INPUT 1 connector, the following section describes how to use other tuning types. T. Connect the instrument that you want to tune to the INPUT 1 connector and set the INPUT [ON/OFF] key 1 to ON. Make sure that the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch is set to GUITAR/BASS. If the [MIC] key is lit, press the key so that it is flashing or out. HINT When the interal mic is activated, it can be used for tuning. ‘This is convenient for tuning an acoustic guitar

2. Press the [INSERT EFFECT] key in the

effect section repeatedly, until the key is out. The insert effect is bypassed and the display alternately shows “INSERT BYPASS" and “TUNER--ENTER."

3. Press the [ENTER] key to turn the tuner

function on, and use the cursor left/right keys to select the tuning type. While the tuner function is active, the cursor leftright Keys serve to switch the tuning type. Tuning types and notes for each string are listed in the table below. For example, when you select the tuning type “GUITAR”, the display shows the following information. GUITAR ?? E

String number Target note or String number HINT While the tuner is operating, all effects are disabled.

4. Play the indicated string as an open string,

and perform tuning. HINT If required, you can change the reference pitch of the tuner A = 440 Hz). The procedure is the same as for the chromatic tuner.

3. Use the cursor up/down keys to select

other string numbers. Tune the other strings in the same way.

6. When you have finished using the tuner

function, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to return to the main screen. ZOOM MRS-8 Tuning type GUITAR | BASS | OPEN-A | OPEN-D | OPEN-E | OPEN-G E 5 E 1 E T ë F GE a F F 3 G 5 F FF Gr E number/note name 4 D E E D E D 5 a F F à E E 6 E E T E T 7 Ü

MRS-B(E)book 116K—3 2004#7A308 ÀRE FRSM24% Reference [Other Functions] Switching the level meter Adjusting the display display type contrast and backlight In the default condition of a project, the level meter below You can adjust the display contrast and turn the backlight the display indicates the level of the signal after passing on and off. To do this, proceed as follows. through the faders (post-fader). If required, you can change the setting so that the signal before passing T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ through the level faders (pre-fader) is shown. To do this, UTILITY] key in the display section. proceed as follows. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT” appears on the displa T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ ” UTILITY] key in the display section. 2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the the indication “SYSTEM LCD” on the display display, and press the [ENTER] key. A display related item can be selected.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM LVL MET” on the display, and press the [ENTER] Key. The current level meter setting will be displayed. LCD LIGHT

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to select

BL IET O “LIGHT” (backlight on/off) or CONTRAST (adjust display contrast), and press the [ENTER] key. d The settings have the following meaning, | + When LIGHT was selected + POST Turn the dial to set the backlight to ON or OFF. The meter shows the level of the signal after passing through the faders. LIGHT O + PRE ON The meter shows the level of the signal before passing through the faders. + When CONTRAST was selected Turn the dial to set the contrast in the ra ge from 1 to 8.

3. Turn the dial to change the setting.

Æ. When the setting is complete, press the GENTRRST IEXIT] key repeatedly to return to the mai screen.

4. When the setting is complete, press the

IEXIT] key repeatediy to return to the main screen. 116 ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 117 —3 20047308 RE FRSM24% Reference [Other Functions] Depending on the type of SD card that was inserted, Changing the SD card operation changes as follows. +_SD card not ready for use in MRS-8 was The SD card should normally only be removed or inserted inserted while the MRS-8 is turned off. However, by The indication “FORMAT SURE?" appears on the using the following procedure, the SD card can be display. When you press the [ENTER] key at this point. removed or inserted while the MRS-8 is on. the SD card will be formatted (initialized) and the data of all projects that were handled up to this point will be NOTE — saved on the card (except for audio data). Ifthe SD card is changed without following the procedure When the formatting and saving process is completed, the below and while the MRS-B is on, data may be permanentiy main screen appears. destroyed HINT T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ I you cancel the format by pressing the [EXT] key, the UTILITY] key in the display section. à y pressing he EXT key. indication *CARD NotExist” appears again. In this case, the The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the unit operates as if no card were inserted, display. + SD card already formatted in MRS-8 was

2. Use the cursor leftright keys to bring up inserted

the indication “SYSTEM GARD” on the The indication “LoadData <-ENT->" appears on the display, and press the [ENTER] Key. display. When you press the [ENTER] key twice at this The menu for various SD card functions appears. point, the project with the lowest number stored on the SD card will be loaded. EFRD LANGE o You can save all project data up tothis point (except audio data) on the new card. To do this, use the cursor left/right | keys when “LoadData” is displayed to bring up the

3. verify that the indication “CARD indication “Save Data” and press the [ENTER] key. In this

EXCHANGE” is shown on the display and condition, you can select the copy target project number press the [ENTER] key. Turn the dial to select the number and press the [ENTER] 1f currently a SD card is inserted in the MRS-8, the key twice. The data are saved, and then the project is indication “CARD Exist” is shown. loaded. CARD O Exist While this screen is being shown, the SD card can be changed.

4. Replace the SD card.

For information on how to remove the SD card, see page

13. When the card is removed, the display indication

changes to “CARD NotExist”. CARD HotExist ZOOM MRS-8 117

MRS-B(E)book 118K—3 2004#7A308 RE FRSM24% Reference [Other Functions] Formatting an SD card To format an SD card in the MRS-8, proceed as follows. NOTE When you format a card, all data already on the card will be erased and cannot be restored. Perform this operation with care. T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM GARD” on the display, and press the [ENTER] Key. The menu for various SD card functions appears. CARD € EXCHANGE

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “CARD FORMAT" on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The display changes as follows. FORMAT O SURE?

4. To proceed with format

[ENTER] key. During formatting, the indication “Format wait...” is shown. When the process is completed, a new project is ally created and the main screen appears. sing the [EXIT] key instead of the [ENTER] key, cel the operation and back up one step at a g, press the automat By pr you can time.

Checking the available SD card capacity/project size This operation displays the remaining capacity of the SD: card and the size of the currently loaded project T. From the main screen, press the [SYSTEM/ UTILITY] key in the display section. The indication “SYSTEM PROJECT"” appears on the display.

2. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “SYSTEM CARD” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key. The menu for various SD card functions appears.

3. Use the cursor left/right keys to bring up

the indication “CARD CAPACITY” on the display, and press the [ENTER] key.

4. Use the cursor up/down keys to select the

desired screen from one the following options. + REMAIN (MB units) This shows the remaining space on the SD card in MB {megabyte) units. REMAIH (e]

+ REMAIN (m/s units) The approximate recordable time remaining on the SD card (converted into one track) is shown in minutes (m). nd seconds (s). REMAIN DO Fme4s + PRJ SIZ (MB units) This shows the size of the currently loaded project in MB {megabyte) units. ZOOM MRS-8

MRS-B(E)book 119<—3 2004#7A308 RE FRSM24% Reference [Other Functions] PRJ SIZE @] GAS FPE + PRJ SiZ (m/s units) This shows the size of the currently loaded project in terms of recorded time (converted into one track), in minutes (m), and seconds (S) PRJ SIZE (e] BOG mas To return to the main screen, press the [EXIT] key repeatedly NOTE +_ These screens are for display only and contain no settings hat can be changed + The remaining recordable time is an approximation. Use it for general reference only. ZOOM MRS-8

Troubleshooting Ifthere are problems during operation of the MRS-8, check the following points first. Problems during playback M No sound, or sound is very weak + Check the connections to your monitor system, and the volume setting of the system. + Make sure that the [MASTER] fader is raised. + Make sure that the status keys in the mixer section are lit

green and that the faders are raised. If a key is out, press it to make it light up in green. M Playback sound is distorted + Lower the faders of recorded tracks so that the level meter 0 (dB) segment does not light. + Ifthe EQ gain of the mixer is set extremely high, the sound may be audibly distorted even if the fader for the track is lowered. Set the EQ to an appropriate value. M Operating the fader does not affect the volume + On channels for which stereo link is turned on, the ler of the even-numbered channel will have no effect. Either turn stereo link off (— p. 60), or operate the fader of the odd-numbered channel The (RHYTHM] fader controls only the sound (drum kit or bass program) currently selected for the rhythm section. Press the [DRUM/BASS] key in the rhythm section repeatedly to select the desired sound, and then operate the fader. M No sound from input signal, or sound is very weak + Make sure that the respective INPUT [ON/OFF] key is lit. + Make sure that the respective [INPUT] control is raised. + Make sure that the record level setting (-> p. 15) is appropriate

+ Make sure that the [INPUT 1 SELECT] switch is set to the appropriate position for the instrument connected to the INPUT 1 connector M The display indicates “Don't Play” and playback is not possible The recorder will not operate in the current screen Press the [EXIT] key repeatedly to switch to the main screen. M The indication “Stop Recorder” is shown on the display, and operation is not possible. The current operation is not possible while the transport is in playback mode. Press the STOP [I] Key 10 stop the recorder. Problems during recording H Cannot record on a track + Make sure that you have selected a recording track + Recording is not possible if the project is write- protected. Either turn protect off (— p. 107), or use a different project If the indication “CARD PROTECT” is shown on the display, write protect is e SD card. Slide the write protect switch on the card up to turn write protect off ed for the inserted If the indication “FULL” appears during recording, the SD card is full, Change to another SD card or € unneeded data to free up space. The V-take currently being recorded will not be saved. era M The signal from an instrument or mic connected to an INPUT connector is not available While the built-in mic is active, the INPUT 1 connector cannot be used. Press the [MIC] key so that itis flashing or out. This turns the built-in mic off ZOOM MRS-8

‘Troubleshos M The recorded sound is distorted + Check whether the input sensitivity setting and record level setting are appropriate. + When the insert effect à applied to the input, check whether the effect output level (patch level) setting is appropriate. Problems with effects M insert effect does not work + Make sure that the [INSERT EFFECT] key is lit + Check whether the insert effect position has been selected correctly. E Send/return effect does not work + Make sure that the [SEND/RETURN] key is lit + Make sure that the send level for the track is raised (p.28) Problems with the rhythm section M Cannot hear the rhythm song playback + Make sure that you have not selected an empty rhythm song (+ p. 76). + Make sure that the selected rhythm song does not include an event with a volume level zero setting (p.83). 1 No sound when you tap the pads If the pad sensitivity has been set to “SOFT”, loud sounds will not be produced even when you tap the pad strongly. Change the pad sensitivity setting (= p.90). M Cannot create a new rhythm pattern/ rhythm song If the display indicates “SEQ FULL”, the rhythm section memory has been used to maximum capacity. Delete unneeded rhythm pattems or songs to free up memory. M Notes recorded in the rhythm pattern do not play Notes that exceed the maximum polyphony (6 sounds for drum kit, 1 sound for bass program) will not be played Delete some of the notes that have been recorded 10 stay within the maximum polyphony. M Cannot hear the rhythm pattern playback + Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatedly to select the desired sound (drum kit/bass program), and then operate the [RHYTHM] fader + Press the [DRUM/BASS] key repeatedly to select the desired sound (drum ki/bass program), and then press the [RHYTHM] status key repeatedly until the Key is lit in green + Ifthe drum/bass sequence level has been set to zero within a pattern, that sound will not be heard. Raise the level setting for the drum/bass sequence (-» p. 74). ZOOM MRS-8 Problems with MIDI M Cannot synchronize with external MIDI device + Make sure that the MIDI cable is correctly connected from the MIDI OUT connector of the MRS-8 to the MIDI IN connector of the external device. + Synchronization with an external MIDI device is only possible by using the MIDI clock or MTC output from the MRS-8. + Make sure that the external MIDI device is set 10 receive MIDI clock or MTC and synchronize to it. When synchronizing on the timing clock, make sure that output is enabled for Timing Clock, Song Position Pointer, and Start/Stop/Continue messages atthe MRS-8 (— p. 110).

‘Troubleshooting + When synchronizing on the MTC (MIDI Time Code), make sure that the frame rate setting of both devices is matched and that the external MIDI device is set to playback standby (-> p. 110). Other problems M Cannot create a new project or copy a project + If the write protect switch of the SD card has been set to the write protect position, data cannot be saved on the card. + If the display indicates “FULL”, there is no more free space on the SD card. Change to another SD card or erase unneeded data to free up space. M Cannot save a project + When a project has been set to write protect status, overwrite/save cannot be carried out. Turn protect of (+ p. 107) + If the display indicates “PRJ FULL", no more < projects can be created on the SD card. Change to | another SD card or erase unneeded projects to free up space. M SD card is not recognized + Format the SD card in the MRS-8 (— p. 118). + The MRS-8 cannot use SD cards with a capacity of less than 16 MB. If such a card is inserted, the indication “Too Small” is shown. 122 ZOOM MRS-8

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Appendix © Effect Specifications Algorithm 8 (CLEAN, DIST, ACO/BASS SIM, BASS, MIC, DUAL MIC. LINE, MASTERING) © Recorder Modul h Physical track 8 lodule 6 or insert, 1 for send/return Virtual take 8D (10 takes per tract) Type 94 for insert, 6 for send/return 300 for insert, 60 for send/return Drum track 1 (Stereo) Patch 0 For insert 60 or sendret Bass track ï Tuner type Chromatie, guitar, bass open A/D/E/G, D modal Simultaneous recordable track : : © Rhythm Simultaneous playback track Voice 6 for drum, 1 for bass 11 (8 audio + stereo drum + bass) Drum kit $ Recording time 256MB 100min Drum sound 27 per kit (0 pads x 3 banks) 1GB 400min Bass sound : in mono track) Pad 9 (velocity sensitive)

• Regardless of the card capacity, Resolution 48 PPON continuous recording can be Beat vas performed up to 180 minutes. + Recording times are Rhythm pattern 511 per project approximate. Acta times may Rhythm song 10 per project be somewhat shorter, depending Measure 99 per rhyihum pattern | on the setting conditions. Note/event Approx. 20000 per rhythm song Î Project 1000 per card Tempo 40.0- 250.0 BPM Marker 100 points per project Locator minute/second/millisecond. measure/beaick AD conversion 24-bi, 6d-times oversampling Track editi Copy, move, erase, exchange, trim. D/A conversion 2A-bit, 128-times oversampling fade-infout, reverse Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Other function Punch-in/out, bounce recording, ALB repeat, capture/swap © Mixer Fader 8 Level meter Post-fader/pre-fader Track parameter _ 2-band equalizer, effect send level, panning (balance) Stereo link Track 1/2 or 3/4 linkable ZOOM MRS-8 123

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PREMOLO Ford vanes 1e Jose of sound AUTO PAN WITH I FATE I cu I Percodically moves ie siereo position of the sound.

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PITOH Modes he phieh of the direct sound

RING MOD Froduces a meule sound EU TIME I F5 I LS I Delay effect with a delay time Of up 0 1-4 seconds TIME I F5 I mx I ECHO Delay effect with warm sound, up to 1-4 second delay time. TIME I TONE I mx I POUBLNG Mboubing ect ai a delay ie of up to 100 mec on. Parameter description Parameter Sting range Dascnpion DEPTH 0-10 Fa he pif of he eect

3 BAND EQ module See the CLEAN, DIST, ACO/BASS SIM, BASS algorithm 132 ZOOM MRS-8

Appendix Effect Patch Insert Effect ECLEAN algorithm

Appendix T5 Pics Even single notes sound Re power chords 20 BRTDw Great sound of Bnish "900 series stack amp A] Soïdan High-gain amp sound For sigle coil half-tone settings A MatchDrv Drive sound of a modem class-À amp 2 Snake Heavy metal sound with a solid bottom Ed Crunch Ensemble of 900" series crunch and delay Ed Baïlad War Iead sound 2 MstarX Metal sound with subie overntones 27 DP-Drv 1970 hard rock sound 25 WeiDrive Simple wer overdnve sound 2 Mcilow Lead sound Wii à sweet tone EJ MuitiDst Strong all round sound 5 Bright Crisp sound EH Melody Tasiefully seasoned sound For melodies 3 V-Blues Vintage blues sound EI BiueFngr Biuesy sound for fnger picking 35 HOR-Dnv Wer hard rock sound 36 Cry-Lead Zooms original “ery ee sound 37 ZakWah Lead sound Wih auto-vah 35 TASSE LA. siudio-sile Dig chorus sound E] TheRing Ring modufaror simulation a SimViE Remade famous vibrato LE Creamy MH uzz 42-49 EMPTY HACO/BASS SIM algorithm No. Name Comment 0 AcoSIM 1 Simulates unadomned acoustic guitar sound ï ACOSIM 2 Simulates acoustic guitar with beautiful chorus z ACOSIMS Shimmering deruned sound wi no modulation 3 FuliSie Simulates acoustic guitar with fuilsized body a Dight2 Light 12-sring guitar sound 5 BsSIM 1 Simulates à ter pieRed bass ë BsSIM 2 “Chorus bass simulation for melodÿ Ines 7 ESSIM 3 Auto Bass mutation ë FingBass Fanging sound often used in 1980 fusion Ü UniSolo Guñiar and Pass unison sound 10-15 EMPTY BBASS algorithm No. Name Comment 0 BS-Pick Eh sound for playing with a pick ï BS-Od Retro distortion sound z BSD Hard distonion sound 3 BS-Fingr Alround sound For Hnger piekine a BS-Siap Crisp shap sound 5 BS-Comp Sound with attack, controlled By picRng dynamics ë BS-Edge Sound wi an edge 7 BS-Soio Chorus sound for melodies ë BS-Ocie Sound wii an upper octave mixed in s BS-Wan Fun bass Ai auto van 10-19 EMPTY ZOOM MRS-8

Appendix MMIC algorithm No. Name Comment 0 Vo-Stnd Standard vocal effect ï Vo-Rock Rock vocal effect z Vo-Balid Ballade vocal effect win detuned chorus E Vo-Echo Vocal echo a Vo-PreCT Smooth, Itemible sound for condenser mies 5 Vo-PreCz Ads depih for condenser mic ë Vo-PreDT Tmproves definition for dynamie mic 7 Vo-PreDZ Makes sound Fatier and wetier ë Vo-Robot Robor voice as in SF movies 5 AG-Live Sound for mie recording wi à ve Feel not on for gui 15 AG-Brght Brighicand erisp sound for mie recording mi AG-Solo Gorgeous solo sound 72 AG-Edge Acoustic guitar recording sound With enhanced edge 3 AG-Strum Acoustic gurar recording sound for strummi 14 ForWind Sound wi distetve id ran, T5 ForBrass Crisp-sounding shon delay T6 ForPiano Enhances depoh and definition T7 AG-Mix 1 Enhanced sound for sœummng LE AG-Mx 2 Enhanced sound for arpeggio 15 SueeperX AG sharp swegp 10 one-shor percussion 20 FXgrowve Rhyihm machine sound El Loëfi Boosis highs and Tows and atenuates midrange A Lo-Boost Emphasizes low end by piich shifier 23 FanFan Soundike alfing io à fan 24 Alien Space creature sound for vocal Ed TapeComp. Simulites analog mul ack recording 2 Duet?7 Add à chi voice 10 Female vocal or à female voice 10 male vocal 27 Acte Emphasizes attack 2 Psyche Vocal gimmiek effecrin psychedelie sie 2 DeepDiY Delay for vocals, useful when eutting shouts or sound EJ HeGas Duck voice afer Inhaling helium gas 1-45 EMPTY LINE algorithm No. Name Comment 0 Syn-Lead For synthesizer single note lead ï OrganPha Phaser for synihesizenorgan z OrgaRock Boomy disiontion for rock organ 3 EP-Chor Feautiful chorus for electric piane a CavFig Wah for chavinet 5 Concert Concert hall effect For plane G Honkey Honky-1onk piano simufarion 7 PowerBD Gives à bass drum more power ë DrumFing Conventional anger For drum s LiveDrum Simulates outdoor Ie doubling 10 detDrum Phaser For 16-bear Rat EE AsianKE Changes à standard KI 1o an Asian 12 BassBost Emphasizes low ram 13 Mono->St Gives spaciousness 10 à momauraT SOU, 14 AM Radio AM radio simuration T5 WideDrm Wide stereo effect for imemal drum 16 DanceDrm Reinforces Bass for dance rhyhms T7 Octaver Ads one-ccuave lower sound 18 Percushn Gives air, presence, and stereo Spread 10 percussion ZOOM MRS-8

Appendix TRACK_y.ZAF Audio data for each track/V-take (x 0-7 corresponding to track number 1- 3: 0-9 to V-take number 1-10) ESYS folder Contains the system-related files. MACPRMZIF Number of most recently edited project SEQPLY.LST Play list data ESYSTEM.BIN Common settings between projects on the card *_ Do not change the file names using a conventional SD card reader/writer. If the files have different names, they will not be recognized on the MRS-8. MIDI implementation

No SysEx messages are recognized/transmitted. ZOOM MRS-8 143

Bass program .… MIDI channel Switching Bass sequence . Bass track Battery insertion . Bounce .… BsPRG. Chord information Rhythm pattern 73 Rhythm song El CHORD Entering chord information (rhythm song) 8 Chromatic tuner Connections . Control Change . Control section … Copy Project 106 Rhythm pattern 75 Rhythm song 86 Specified data range (rhythm song) 85 Specified data range (track editing) 45 V-take st

Delete Before/after specified range (track editing) .… 47 Rhythm pattern 76 Rhythm song isplay section Contrast/backlight adjustment 116 ZOOM MRS-8 DrKIT . . 83 Drum kit … 61,142 MIDI channel Switching the drum kit Drum sequence . Drum track DrvoL Duration .…

Effect section - 10 Effects . .n1 Importing from another project 102 EQ. + 26,59 Erase Bass sequence play 69 Drum sequence play 68 Project 106 Rhythm song events 84 Specified data range (track editing) 47 V-take si

Fade-in/out Specified range of data 48 Fader section . .11 FAST input - 79 Front panel - 10 Import Patch from another project 102 Rhythm pattemn/rhythm song from another project 88 V-take from another project 52 In point Input sect Input sensi Insert effect . Appiying the insert effect to the monitor signal onty 9 Assigning a name to a patch 98 Changing the insert point ss

• Power-off 14 Power-on 14 Pre-count Changing the duration (rhythm section) p. 89
• Selecting pre-count operation (recorder) .… p. 43
• Project - 104 PTN p. 83
• Punch-in/out ee 37 Auto punch-in/out … p. 87
• Manual punch-in/out .…… p. 87

INDEX Erasing a rhythm pattern Real-time input .… - Selecting a rythm patte . Step input . Rhythm pattern mode. Rhythm recording function Rhythm related problems. Rhythm section Changing the metronome volume. Changing the pad sensitivity .… Changing the pre-count duration . Displaying remaining memory capacity Rhythm song .… Assigning a name to a rhythm song Copying a rhythm song Copying a specified measure Deleting a rhythm song Entering chord information. Entering other information. Enterng pattern information with FAST input … 79 Entering pattern information with step input. 77 Importing from another project . Selecting a rhythm song . Transposing the entire rhythm song Rhythm song mode ROOT ...... Li] SD card Checking the remaining capacity . Exchanging . Initialization . Inserting Stored files .… Send/return effect . Assigning a name to a patch Editing a patch Patch .… - Saving/swapping patches. Selecting a patch . Song Position Pointer . Specifications .… Start/Stop/Continue Status keys Step input Rhythm pattern Rhythm song Stereo link. Swap... ZOOM MRS-8

. ts L 14 Vtake Copying . Erasing - Imporing from another project . Moving Renaming Swapping Switching Volume adjustment Drum/bass sequence . - . 74 Pre-count (recorder) ….................... 43 Pre-count (rhythm section) .… = 90 Rhythm pattern 62,76 Rhythm song . ercceieeesee. 62,76 TAGK eee... 66

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