User manual ROLAND SYB-5 MANUAL 2

[. . . ] Owner's Manual AC DC AC & BATTERY POWERED FET Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of BOSS SYB-5 Bass Synthesizer. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (separate sheet). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety. [. . . ] This produces a sharp-edged sound, but one that differs from that produced with the sawtooth wave. 9: (PWM) (Pulse Width Modulation) This outputs a fat, spreading sound by modulating the variations in the width of the pulse wave. * When using the internal sound modes (MODE 1­ 9), the above function will not work properly if you play chords. So, have all the other strings muted, and play the bass guitar using single notes. 8: 2 This outputs a pulse wave using an all-pass filter. Creates a sound that has a sense of depth and motion. 10­11: WAVE SHAPE MODE This mode directly transforms the audio input from the bass guitar into a synthesized bass sound. The direction in which the frequency shifts differs depending on the number you select. 10: Up The frequency of the filter rises when the string is played, then gradually returns to the original frequency. 11: Down The frequency of the filter drops when the string is played, then gradually returns to the original frequency. 11 Operating the Unit fig. 04 fig. 05 fig. 06 1. When you have made the necessary connections (p. 8), set the knobs as shown in the illustration. 2. Depress the pedal switch to turn the effect on. (Make sure that the CHECK indicator lights. ) 3. Select the mode with the MODE knob. 4. Set the DECAY/RATE knob to your taste, depending on the selected mode. When MODE is 1, 2, 4, 5, 7­11 Use the knob as a decay knob to set the time for the frequency of the filter to move. When MODE is 3, 6 Use the knob as a rate knob to adjust the speed at which the filter fluctuates. 12 Operating the Unit fig. 07 fig. 08 fig. 09 5. Adjust the frequency of the filter using the FREQ knob. 6. Adjust the feedback amount of the filter using the RES knob. 7. Adjust the volume of the effect and direct sounds using the EFFECT Level and DIRECT Level knobs. 13 Using the HOLD Function In the Internal Sound Mode (when MODE 1­9), you can use the Hold function that allows you to output the effect sound (synthesizer sound) continuously while holding the pedal down. It is also possible to mix the direct sound to the effect sound continuously being output by playing the bass guitar to it. Turn the Effect On by pressing the Pedal Switch. Select the Internal Sound Mode (MODE 1­9) using the Mode switch. Play the bass guitar using single notes. Press the Pedal Switch once again while the effect sound you wish to output continuously is being played, to hold it. The Hold function remains in effect and the CHECK indicator flashes as long as you continue to press the Pedal Switch. In this state, the SYB-5 continues to output the effect sound. To switch off the Hold function, release the Pedal Switch. [. . . ] 1 k Recommended Load Impedance . . . . . . 10 k or greater Residual Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -96 dBu (IHF-A, Typ. ); All knobs at center position Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pedal switch, EFFECT knob, DIRECT knob, FREQ knob, RES knob, DECAY/RATE knob, MODE knob Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]