About this manual

About the EXB-RADIAS for M3 operating manual
This EXB-RADIAS for M3 operating manual explains the RADIAS program functions and parameters that are available when the EXB-RADIAS synthesizer board is installed in the M3 music workstation/sampler. For details about basic operation of the M3 and on the functions and parameters not related to the EXB-RADIAS, refer to the M3 operation guide and parameter guide.
Conventions in the operating manual
Abbreviations in the operating manualOG, PG
When indicating reference pages, the various operating manuals of the M3 may be abbreviated in the following ways. M3 OG: M3 Operating Guide M3 PG: M3 Parameter Guide
Parameters in the LCD display screen
Parameters displayed in the display are enclosed in double quotation marks .

Symbols

, Note, Tips
These symbols respectively indicate a caution, a MIDIrelated explanation, a supplementary note, or a tip.

Example screen displays

The values of the parameters shown in the example screens of this manual are only for explanatory purposes, and may not necessary match the values that appear in the display of your instrument.
MIDI-related explanations
CC# is an abbreviation for Control Change Number. In explanations of MIDI messages, numbers in square brackets [ ] always indicate hexadecimal numbers.
* Company names, product names, and names of formats etc. are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Table of contents

Introduction...1
Overview.... 1 Program structure... 1
Synth programs.......1 Vocoder program.......3
Combination structure... 4 Song structure (Sequencer mode)... 4

Quick Start...5

Selecting and playing programs... 5

Synth programs..... 5

Selecting and playing.......5 Using controllers to vary the sound.....5

Vocoder programs.... 6

Selecting and playing.......6 Using controllers to vary the sound.....6

Operation....7

Editing a program.... 7
Basic settings for the program.... 7
Voice Assign Mode.......7

Oscillators..... 7

Selecting the waveform......7

Filter...... 8

Filter Routing.......8 Filter A, Filter B (Filter settings).....8

Amp..... 9

Drive/Wave Shape......9 Amp Level.......9 Pan........9
EG (Envelope Generator).... 10
Envelope settings....... 10 EG Level/Time Modulation...... 10

LFO...... 11

LFO waveform....... 11 MIDI/Tempo Sync....... 11

Virtual Patch.... 11

Virtual Patch settings....... 11 Controlling volume...... 11 Controlling pan...... 11 Controlling lter....... 11
Modulation Sequencers.... 12
SEQ Common....... 12 Editing the steps...... 12
Editing a vocoder program.... 13
Vocoder on/off....... 13 Carrier Input....... 13 Modulator, Out Mix (modulator and vocoder output settings).... 13 Filter settings...... 13 Formant Motion function...... 14
Creating your own program... 15 Saving a program..... 15
Editing a combination (Combination mode)... 16

Timbre settings..... 16

Editing a song (Sequencer mode)... 17
MIDI track settings..... 17
Restoring the factory settings (Global mode).. 18
Restoring the RADIAS program data to the factory-set state.. 18 Restoring the formant motion data to the factory-set state... 18

Parameter guide...19

Program mode.... 19
Page Select..... 19 PROG P0: Play... 19
01: Main.... 05: KARMA GE.... 06: KARMA RTC.... 07: Sampling/Audio In.... 08: Control Surface.... OSC Mix..... 20 20
0-8c: RADIAS Play/Mute....... 20 08d: RADIAS Volume...... 21

Tone Adjust..... 21

Carrier (CARRIER)

A sawtooth wave (SAW) or other waveform rich in overtones is the best choice for the carrier. As the carrier, you can use a combination of two sources (In Source1 and In Source 2). As the In Source1 you can use the mono-mixed signal from the output of the amp section (the signal before it is sent to the insert effects). In Program mode, the synth sound of the program is xed as In Source 1. As the In Source 2 you can use an external input (e.g., AUDIO INPUT 1 jack) or the AUX bus (insert effect output).

Modulator (MODULATOR)

Most commonly, you will input your voice as the modulator, but interesting results can also be obtained by inputting a rhythm sound as the modulator waveform. You can use either an external input (AUDIO INPUT 2 jack) or AUX bus (an external input processed by an insert effect, or a program sound such as rhythm) as the modulator. There is also a Formant Motion function that lets you record Formant Motion Data to capture the moving characteristics of a voice or other sound, and use this data to drive the vocoder.

Combination structure

You can combine RADIAS programs and EDS programs to create more complex sounds. RADIAS programs can be used in four timbres simultaneously. The structure of a combination and the functionality in Combination mode is the same as for combinations that use EDS programs.
Song structure (Sequencer mode)
You can use RADIAS programs in the MIDI tracks of a song. RADIAS programs can be used in up to four MIDI tracks simultaneously. The structure of a song and the functionality in Sequencer mode is the same as for songs that use EDS programs.
About the vocoder function in combinations and songs
You can use the vocoder in each combination or song. Only one instance of the vocoder variation can be used in each combination or song. If you want to use a vocoder program in a combination or song, youll need to use the menu command Copy from program or Copy Vocoder to copy the vocoder settings of the program. You can use this for the timbre or song of one RADIAS program.
Even if youve assigned four timbres or MIDI tracks to play programs in which the RADIAS vocoder is turned on, it is not the case that four vocoders are operating.
Note: Timbres or MIDI tracks using multiple RADIAS programs, or timbres or MIDI tracks using EDS programs, can be used via the AUX bus as the carrier and modulator of the vocoder.

Saving a program

RADIAS programs can be saved in bank INT-F and in user banks whose bank type has been set to RADIAS by the Global mode menu command Set Program User-Bank Type. For more information, please see Set Program UserBank Type on page 66. The save procedure is the same as for EDS programs. For more information, please see Saving your edits on page 50 of the M3 operation guide.
Editing a combination (Combination mode)
You can use RADIAS programs in the timbres of a combination, and create combinations that use them together with the programs of banks INT-AE, INT-G, and USER-AG. Up to four RADIAS programs can be used in one combination. The maximum polyphony of the RADIAS programs will be 24 voices. However, the following parameters will operate in a different way than when youre using an EDS program. Refer to the parameter guide. COMBI P3-3(4)c: Force OSC Mode, OSC Select, Portamento (p.54) COMBI P3-5(6)c: Pitch Transpose, Detune (Use BPM Adjust in Menu) (p.54) COMBI P3-7(8)c: Type (Combis Scale) (p.55) The Keyboard Zones / Velocity Zones Top Slope and Bottom Slope settings will have no effect. (COMBI P4: Zone/Delay)

Timbre settings

Here well explain how to select bank INT-F programs so they can be played. 1. Select the combination that you want to edit. 2. Access the COMBI P2-5: RADIAS T01-08 or P2-6: RADIAS T09-16 page.
3. In Program Select, turn Enable RADIAS on (checked) for the timbres in which you want to use a RADIAS program. When you play the keyboard, youll hear the RADIAS program. Note: You can turn up to four Enable RADIAS settings on. Timbres for which this is off (unchecked) will not sound. 4. Access the COMBI P0-1: Combination Select T01-08 or P0-2: Combination Select T09-16 page. An indication of is shown above the category for timbres whose Enable RADIAS On (checked).
5. Use Program Select to select a bank INT-F program. 6. Edit the parameters of each timbre, make arpeggiator settings, and make settings for routing, insert effects, master effects, and total effects.
Editing a song (Sequencer mode) MIDI track settings
Editing a song (Sequencer mode)
You can use RADIAS programs in MIDI tracks of a song. As for a combination, up to four RADIAS programs can be used in one song. The maximum polyphony of the RADIAS programs will be 24 voices.

MIDI track settings

The way in which to make settings, the operation of the parameters, and the points of caution are the same as for a combination. For more information, please see Editing a combination (Combination mode) on page 16.
Restoring the factory settings (Global mode)
Heres how to restore the RADIAS programs and the RADIAS formant motion data to the state in which it was when the EXB-RADIAS was installed. You can restore the EXB-RADIAS to its initially installed state by loading the preloaded data.

0-8c: RADIAS Play/Mute OSC Play/Mute:
MIX PLAY/MUTE 1, 3 switches
The MIX PLAY/MUTE 1 switch will mute RADIAS oscillator. This is convenient when youre editing a RADIAS program. The 3 switch mutes the drum track. The switch LED will light to indicate Play status, or be dark to indicate Mute status.
Control Assign Switches and parameters
You can switch the Control Surface between its different functions using Control Assign on the display, or the frontpanel Control Assign switches. The parameters on the display and the front-panel switches mirror one another; when you change one of them, the other changes as well. In Program mode, you can select one of ve different functions: MIXER (OSC Mix): The control surface will control the volume, Play/Mute and Solo On/Off status for RADIAS oscillators and the drum track. (In Combination mode and Sequencer mode, you can use this switch to alternate between timbres or tracks 18 and 916. MIXER (Mixer Input): The control surface will control the audio input volume, Play/Mute and Solo On/Off status of the analog inputs, S/P DIF inputs, and FireWire inputs (if the EXB-FW is installed). REALTIME CONTROL (RT Control): Use the sliders to control the sound or effects. Use the switches to turn effects on/off. EXTERNAL lets you send MIDI messages to external MIDI devices. Use the GLOBAL P1: MIDI External Mode 1/2 page to specify the MIDI message that will be transmitted. TONE ADJUST gives you hands-on access to sound editing, using the sliders, and switches. KARMA: Use the sliders and switches to control the KARMA function. You can freely change back and forth between the different functions, without losing any of your edits. For control surface functionality other than MIXER (OSC Mix) and TONE ADJUST, please see 08: Control Surface on page 20 of the M3 parameter guide.

RADIAS

[Play, Mute]
When this switch is on (LED = on), RADIAS oscillator will play. When the switch is off (LED = off), RADIAS oscillator will be muted.

DrumTrk

When this switch is on (LED = on), Drum Track will play. When the switch is off (LED = off), Drum Track will be muted.

OSC Solo:

If the menu command Panel-SW Solo Mode On is checked, the switches will control Solo for the respective item. Solo operation applies to the RADIAS, drum track, and mixer inputs.
Panel-Switch Solo Mode On and MIX PLAY/MUTE 1, 3 switches
Use the menu command Panel-Switch Solo Mode On to specify whether the MIX PLAY/MUTE 1, 3switches will control Play/Mute or the Solo On/Off. If Panel-Switch Solo Mode On is on (checked), the switches will control Solo On/Off. Tip: You can turn Panel-Switch Solo Mode On on/off by holding down the ENTER switch and pressing numeric switch 1.
RADIAS Solo Drum Trk Solo

Species the portamento time. Portamento is a function that creates a smooth transition in pitch between one note and the next. With a setting of 000 there will be no portamento. With higher settings, it will take longer to reach the pitch of the next note played.

Noise Level

Species the output level of the noise generator.

22: OSC1 Pitch

These are the pitch-related parameters.
Curve (Portamento Curve) [LogHard, LogMid, LogSoft, Linear, Expo]
Species the curve used by the portamento effect.

First note-on

Second note-on Pitch
1: LogHard 2: LogMid 3: LogSoft 4: Linear 5: Expo

22a: Pitch

Transpose [48+48]
Shifts the pitch produced by the oscillators in steps of a semitone (100 cents). You can adjust this in a range of four octaves upward or downward.

Time (=Portamento Time)

PROG P3: Filter
Here you can make the basic settings for RADIAS oscillators Filter A and Filter B. Here you can: Specify the filter routing, select the filter type, and set the cutoff frequency and resonance. Specify filter modulation by keyboard tracking, velocity, and EG1. Individual: Filter A and lter B will be used. The oscillator 1 output is sent to lter A, the oscillator 2 and noise output is sent to lter B, and the outputs of both lters are summed.

31: Filter

31b: Filter A
Type/Balance (Filter Type/Balance)

[LPF24LPF12HPFBPFTHRU]

Selects the lter type for lter A. The effect that you obtain will depend on the lter type. Intermediate values other than LPF24, LPF12, HPF, BPF, and THRU will provide a response that is interpolated between the two lters.
LPF12 (12dB/oct), LPF24 (24dB/oct): LPF (Low Pass Filter) is the most common type of filter; it passes the frequencies below the cutoff frequency and cuts the region above. Raising the cutoff frequency (Frequency value) will produce a brighter tone. The 24dB/octave filter (also known as 4pole; versus the 12dB /octave also known as a 2-pole filter) cuts the sound below the cutoff frequency at steeper curve and is useful for bass sounds with more punch.

31a: Filter Routing

Filter Routing [Single, Serial, Parallel, Individual]
RADIAS oscillator has two lters, Filter A and Filter B. This parameter controls whether one or both of the lters are used, and if both are used, it controls how they are connected to each other. Single: Only filter A is used.

EG Curve Type

1: Log Hard 2: Log Mid 3: Log Soft 4: Linear 5: Expo
51: EG1 (Filter), 52: EG2 (Amp), 53: EG3
Here you can make settings for the EG (Envelope Generator). EG1 is internally connected as the envelope source that controls the cutoff frequency of lter. EG2 is internally connected as the envelope source that controls the volume of the amp. Note: You can also use virtual patching (VIRTUAL PATCH) to assign these EGs as envelope sources for other parameters. Here, you can: Specify the envelope curve. Select the curve for the decay and release segments of the envelope. Make modulation settings.

Attack

Release

Attack Time

Species the time from note-on until the attack level (the maximum value of the envelope) is reached

Decay Time

Species the time from when the attack level is reached until the sustain level is reached.

Sustain Level

Species the sustain level.

[000127] [000127]

Release Time
Species the time from note-off until the level reaches 0.
51(2)(3)b: EG Level/Time Modulation
Level Velocity Intensity [63+63]
This allows the amplitude of the EG to be controlled by the velocity of the note-on. Greater values allow velocity to have more of an effect on the amplitude. With positive (+) settings, When you play softly, the EG amplitude will decrease; when you play strongly, the EG amplitude will increase. With negative () settings, When you play strongly, the EG amplitude will decrease; when you play softly, the EG amplitude will increase.
Decay/Release Time Keyboard Track
This allows keyboard tracking to affect the EGs decay time and release time. As you increase this value, keyboard position will make a greater difference in the EG times. The keyboard position is relative to the C4 key.

51(2)(3)a: Envelope

These parameters specify how the EG will change over time.
Level Sustain level Note on Note off
With positive (+) settings, EG time parameters will become shorter as you play above C4, and longer as you play below C4. With negative () settings, EG time parameters will become shorter as you play below C4, and longer as you play above C4.

56: MSEQ1, 57: MSEQ2, 58: MSESQ3
Here you can make settings for the modulation sequencer. Here you can: Specify the number of steps, the type, and playback method for a modulation sequence. Select the parameter that will be modulated, and specify the value of each step.

Note all off

Each Note: The phase of the LFO will be reset for each individual note-on, and each voice will be modulated at an independent phase.

56 MC 56a

Voice 1

Voice 2

54(5)b: Frequency MIDI/Tempo Sync.
MIDI/Tempo Sync. [Off, On]
Species the LFO frequency. This lets you produce vibrato, wah, auto-pan, or tremolo effects that are synchronized to the modulation sequencer, KARMA, the internal sequencer, or an external sequencer. On (checked): The LFO frequency will synchronize to the specied tempo (MIDI clock). Use the Base Note parameter below to specify the LFO speed. The Frequency setting is ignored. Off (unchecked): The LFO speed will be determined by the Frequency setting, and will not be affected by the tempo setting. If MIDI/Tempo Sync is On, setting a virtual patch modulation destination (Dst) to LFO1 (LFO1 Freq) will have no effect.

56(7)(8)a: SEQ Common

These parameters are common to SEQ1, SEQ2, and SEQ3.
MOD SEQ On (Modulation Sequencer On) [Off, On]
Switches the modulation sequencer on/off.

Last Step

[0116]
Species the length of the sequence in steps (i.e., the maximum number of steps).

Sequence Type

[Forward, Reverse, Alt1, Alt2]
Species the sequence type (the direction in which the sequence will play). Forward: Play from the first step (Step01).
Sequence Type: Forward, Run Mode: Loop, Last Step: 16 Step 01 Step 02 Step 03 Step 14 Step 15 Step 16
Base Note (Sync. Base Note)

[8/1 ]

Species the LFO frequency as a note value based on the tempo. This is shown and can be edited if MIDI/ TempoSync. is On. Relative to the tempo, the length of the note value specied here will be one cycle of the LFO. For example if this is set to each cycle of the LFO will occupy one quarter note.
Reverse: Play from the last step (the step number specified by Last Step) in reverse.
Sequence Type: Reverse, Run Mode: Loop, Last Step: 16 Step 16 Step 15 Step 14 Step 03 Step 02 Step 01

Motion

[Smooth, Step]
Species how the recorded values will change when the sequence is played Smooth: The change will be continuous, with the values recorded at each step connected by straight lines.

MOD SEQ

Note: If you set Destination Param to OSC1Ctrl2 (OSC1 Control 2) when OSC1 Waveform is set to DWGS, the operation will be the same as Step even if this parameter is set to Smooth. Step: The value recorded at each step will be held until the next step plays.
KARMA performance example 1

Note #Note #2

Key Sync = Each Note

Note #4

Key Sync = 1st Note

Step01Step16

Step Value [24+24, 63+63]
Species the value of the parameter that is assigned to the modulation sequence in each steps The value specied here will be an offset applied to the current value of the parameter that is assigned to the modulation sequence. For example if the current value is +10, and the sequence data contains +10, +10, +20 starting at step 1, the resulting value of the parameter will change as +20, +20, +30 when playback begins.
KARMA performance example 2

Note #1

Note #2

Note #3

Resolution
Species the playback speed of the sequence relative to the tempo (MIDI clock). The sequence will advance by one step for each note value you specify here, relative to the tempo. For example if you set this to , the sequence will advance one step for each quarter note.

56, 7, 8: Menu Command

Initialize MOD SEQ p.45 Copy MOD SEQ p.46

PROG P6: Vocoder

The EXB-RADIAS features a sophisticated vocoder that can be used not just to simulate the classic vocoder sounds of the past, but also to take advantage of advanced possibilities such as shifting the lter frequencies of each band or adjusting their level and panning to create new and original vocoder sounds. The Formant Motion function uses lter banks to analyze the input signal (the modulator), and records up to seven seconds of formant motion data. By using the play back of this recorded formant motion data, you can create complex moving (or even talking) vocoder programs that dont require any mic input. Here you can: Turn the vocoder on/off, and record formant motion data. Edit the carrier parameters. Edit the modulator parameters. Edit the vocoder output parameters. Edit the bandpass filter of the carrier and the envelope follower of the modulator.

61b: Carrier Input

These are the parameters that relate to the vocoder carrier signal. You can input two sources to the carrier. Normally, you will raise In Source 1 Level so that the programs oscillator output will be the input.

In Source 1 Level

Sets the volume of input source 1 to the carrier. In Program mode, input source 1 is xed as the mono-mixed signal of the amp section output (the signal before entering the EQ).
In Source 2 Select [Audio In1, AUX Send L+R, AUX Send L, AUX Send R]
Selects input source 2. Note: You must rst assign the input source using the P1: Program Basic page Audio In (OSC & Vocoder) Source parameter. For more information, please see 11c: AudioIn (OSC&Vocoder) Source on page 26. Audio In1: The signal of audio input 1 (L) specied by Audio Inputs (Send to RADIAS) (Program 11c), such as the AUDIO INPUT 1 jack.

61: Carrier/Modulator

61a 61b 61 MC
AUX Send L+R: The mono-mixed signal of AUX buses 1+2 or 3+4 specied by Audio Inputs (Send to RADIAS) (Program 11c). AUX Send L: The signal of AUX bus 1 or 3. AUX Send R: The signal of AUX bus 2 or 4.

In Source 2 Level

Sets the volume of input source 2.

61c: Modulator

These are the parameters for the modulator. The most popular way to use a vocoder is to use a voice as the modulator, creating the impression that an instrument is speaking.
61a: Vocoder On/Off, Formant Motion REC On/Off

Vocoder (Vocoder On/Off)

Switches the vocoder function on/off. On (checked): Vocoder function is on. The RADIAS program will use the vocoder.
Modulator (Modulator Select) [Audio, Formant Motion]
This setting will affect the maximum number of voices. Audio: The input source selected by Source will be the modulator. Formant Motion: Formant motion data recorded by the formant motion function will be the modulator. For details on recording formant motion data, please see Formant Motion function, on page 14.

Formant Motion REC

This records format motion data for use with the Formant Motion function.
Source (Audio Source) [Audio In2, AUX Send L+R, AUX Send L, AUX Send R]
Selects the source that is input to the modulator. Note: You must rst assign the input source using the P1: Program Basic page Audio In (OSC & Vocoder) Source parameter (Program 11c). For more information, please see 11c: AudioIn (OSC&Vocoder) Source on page 26. Audio In2: The signal of audio input 2 (R) specied by Audio Inputs (Send to RADIAS), such as the AUDIO INPUT 2 jack.
PROG P6: Vocoder 61: Carrier/Modulator
AUX Send L+R: The mono-mixed signal of AUX buses 1+2 or 3+4 specied by Audio Inputs (Send to RADIAS). AUX Send L: The signal of AUX bus 1 or 3. AUX Send R: The signal of AUX bus 2 or 4.
Gate S7ens (Gate Sensitivity)
Species how fast the gate will respond to the input source. Decreasing this setting will make the gate respond more quickly, and the vocoder sound will decay faster. Increasing this setting will make the gate operate more slowly, and the vocoder sound will have a longer decay. Note: Gate operation is affected by the Threshold setting. The effect will be more apparent if the Threshold value is high, and there will be no effect if the value is zero.

Disable: Even when the internal sound generator is not producing sound, the audio source being input to the modulator will be mixed into the output. For example if youre using a guitar connected to the AUDIO INPUT 1 jack as the carrier, you can use this setting so that the vocoder will be applied at all times even when youre not playing the keyboard. The input source to the modulator will always be output. Enable: The audio source being input to the modulator will be mixed into the output only when the internal sound generator is producing sound. Normally, you will choose this setting if youre applying the vocoder to the internal sound generator being played from the keyboard, or if the output of an external synthesizer etc. connected to the AUDIO INPUT 1 jack is being input to the carrier, mixed with the internal sound generator, and processed by the vocoder.

Threshold

Sets the level at which the input source will be cut. By setting this to an appropriate level you can cut the noise that might be present during times of no input. Higher settings will make it more likely that the input source will be cut. With excessively high settings, there will be more chance that the audio input signal itself will be cut, making it difficult for you to apply the vocoder effect as intended.

Modulator High Mix

Sets the level at which the high-frequency components of the input source will be mixed into the output of the vocoder. Higher settings will emphasize the consonants in your voice.

61: Menu Command

Write Formant Motion Data p.46 Copy Vocoder p.46
Select (Formant Motion Select) [Formant Motion 00Formant Motion 16]
Selects the formant motion data. This is available for editing only if Modulator is set to Formant Motion. If you select other formant motion data without writing, any formant motion data you had been editing will be lost. ( Writing formant motion data on page 14) Note: If you use the To field of the dialog box to change the data number when writing formant data, the Formant will also change to the number you specified in the dialog box. ( Writing formant motion data on page 14)
Play Mode (Formant Motion Play Mode) [Free Run, Trigger Reset]
Species how the formant motion data will be played back. This is shown and can be edited if Modulator is set to Formant Motion. Free Run: The formant motion data will play as a loop from the beginning to the end. Trigger Reset: The formant motion data will play from the beginning to the end each time you press a note. The formant motion data can be triggered by the Global MIDI channel.

61d: Out Mix

Vocoder Output Level
Sets the output level of the vocoder.

Modulator Direct Mix

Sets the volume level at which the modulator input source will be output directly (unaffected).

Modulator HPF Gate

Combi Page Select 01: Program T0108, 02: Program T0916

Combination mode

Combi Page Select

COMBI P0: Play

In this page you can select and play combinations. In Combination mode, you can use four RADIAS programs.
01: Program T0108, 02: Program T0916
Here you can specify the program, Play/Mute, and Solo On/off settings for timbres 18 and 916. For details on selecting combinations, selecting programs, the editable parameters, and the display, refer to the M3 operation guide and parameter guide.

R (EXB-RADIAS)

Timbres for which a RADIAS program can be used are indicated by . If you select a program from bank INTF etc. for a timbre indicated by , a RADIAS program played by the EXB-RADIAS will sound.
Page Main content Select and play combinations. Program selection for each timbre. Pan and volume settings etc. for each timbre. Simple KARMA editing. Audio input settings and resampling settings. Editing from the control surface. (M3 PG p.120) Drum track settings. XY control settings. SW1, 2, and slider function settings. Pad note and velocity settings (M3 PG p.138) EQ settings for each timbre. (M3 PG p.147) Settings for the EXB-RADIAS option. (p.50) Various parameter settings for each timbre (MIDI channel, OSC selection, Pitch setting, etc.) (M3 PG p.149) Key split and layer settings. (Key zone and velocity zone) Time delay from note-on to beginning of sound. (M3 PG p.153) MIDI transmit/receive lter 1 settings. (M3 PG p.157) MIDI transmit/receive lter 2 settings. (M3 PG p.160) Overall KARMA settings. (M3 PG p.161) Settings for each KARMA module. (M3 PG p.169) KARMA GE realtime parameter settings. (M3 PG p.171) KARMA performance parameter settings. (M3 PG p.173) Oscillator output bus and master effect send level settings. Insert effect routing, selection, and settings. (M3 PG p.177) Bus settings for oscillator output. Common FX LFO 1, 2 settings (M3 PG p.181) Master effect routing, selection, and settings. Total effect selection and settings. (M3 PG p.183)

P1: DT/XY/Ctrls

P2: EQ/Option P3: Timbre Param
Use the ENABLE RADIAS setting to specify the timbres for which a RADIAS program can be used. ( Enable RADIAS on page 50) Note: You can turn on Enable RADIAS for up to four timbres. Even if you select a RADIAS program for a timbre whose ENABLE RADIAS setting is turned off, it will not sound.

Bus = L/R or IFX1-5

Insert Effects

Level Pan

An example of using the AUX bus to input an EDS program and mic input to the RADIAS vocoders carrier and modulator: The RADIAS program of timbre 1 is input to the carrier of the vocoder. The EDS program of timbre 2 is input via AUX bus 2 (mono) to the carrier of the vocoder. The mic connected to the AUDIO INPUT2 jack is processed by an insert effect, and sent via AUX bus 1 (mono) to the modulator of the vocoder.
Audio Inputs (Send to RADIAS) Audio Input Source Off L/R Bus AUX AUX 1/2 3/4

AUX Bus = 1

AUX1 AUX2
Vocoder = On In Source1 Select = T01
Modulator Audio Source = AUX Send L Carrier In Source2 = AUX Send R Carrier In Source1 = T01 EQ

RADIAS Program L/R

AUX Bus = 2

27: RADIAS Vocoder1

Here you can make vocoder-related settings for the combination. Only one instance of the vocoder function can be used in each combination. It can be used on only one timbre. Even if youve selected a RADIAS vocoder program in four timbres, it is not the case that all four vocoders will operate.

27c: Modulator

Modulator (Modulator Select) [Audio, Formant Motion] Source (Audio Source) [Audio In2, AUX Send L+R, AUX Send L, AUX Send R] Gate Sens (Gate Sensitivity) Threshold [000127] [000127]

27a 27b

Select (Formant Motion Select) [Formant Motion 00Formant Motion 16] Play Mode (Formant Motion Play Mode) [Free Run, Trigger Reset]
For details on these parameters, please see 61c: Modulator on page 42.

27d: Out Mix

Vocoder Output Level Modulator Direct Mix [000127] [000127] [Disable, Enable] [000127]
27a: Vocoder On/Off, Formant Motion REC On/Off
Vocoder Formant Motion REC [Off, On] [Off, On]
Modulator HPF Gate Modulator High Mix
For details on these parameters, please see 61d: Out Mix on page 43.
For details on these parameters, please see 61a: Vocoder On/Off, Formant Motion REC On/Off on page 42.

27: Menu Command

Write Formant Motion Data p.56 Copy Vocoder p.56

27b: Carrier Input

In Source 1 Select [Off, T01T16]
This selects the timbre of the RADIAS program that will be the input source to the carrier. Timbres whose Enable RADIAS is on can be selected as input sources. There will be no input if the program (P0: Play Program) of the timbre you select here is not a RADIAS program. If you want the input to the carrier to be a timbre thats not using a RADIAS program, or a timbre other than the one selected here, you should use the AUX bus. ( AUX Bus (Send to RADIAS) on page 50) For more information, see the diagram Combination Audio In (OSC&Vocoder) Source on 51 page.
In Source 2 Select [Audio In1, AUX Send L+R, AUX Send L, AUX Send R] In Source 2 Level [000127]

Timbre 02.08, 09.16 (Timbre Number):
Here you can make pitch-related settings for each timbre 2 16. The settings are the same as for timbre 1. See Timbre 01 (Timbre Number):.

COMBI P5: MIDI Filter

These settings allow you to apply lters to the MIDI data that will be transmitted and received by each timbre 116. For details on the available parameters and menu commands, please see COMBI P5: MIDI Filter on page 157 of the M3 parameter guide.
37: Other T01-08, 38: Other T09-16

COMBI P7: KARMA

Here you can make KARMA function settings for the Combination mode. For details on the available parameters and menu commands, please see COMBI P7: KARMA on page 161 of the M3 parameter guide.
COMBI P8: IFX (Insert Effects)
37(8)c: KARMA/Scale Timbre 0116 (Timbre Number):
KARMA Timbre Off Control [Normal, Timbre Off by KARMA Off, Timbre Off by KARMA On] Use Programs Scale [Off, On]
For details on these parameters, please see 37(8)c: KARMA/Scale on page 152 of the M3 parameter guide. Here you can specify the bus and insert effect for timbres 1 16. For details on the available parameters and menu commands, please see COMBI P8: IFX (Insert Effect) on page 177 of the M3 parameter guide.
COMBI P9: MFX/TFX (Master/Total Effects)
Here you can make settings for the master effects and total effects. For details on the available parameters and menu commands, please see COMBI P9: MFX/TFX (Master/ Total Effect) on page 183 of the M3 parameter guide.

Scale:

Species the scale that the combination will use.
Type (Combis Scale) [Equal TemperamentUser Octave Scale15]
Selects the scale. If you select a scale that cannot be specied for a RADIAS program, such as Stretch, User All Notes Scale, or User Octave Scale 0115, the program will play using Equal Temperament.
The menu commands explained here are the commands that are displayed and available if the EXB-RADIAS option is installed. For details on other commands, refer to the M3 parameter guide.

Copy from Program

This command copies settings from a specied program to the currently selected combination. If you select a RADIAS program from the INT-F bank etc. as the copy-source, the RADIAS Vocoder check box in the dialog box will be enabled.
If you check RADIAS Vocoder and execute the copy, the vocoder parameter settings of the copy-source RADIAS program will also be copied. This is invalid if youve selected an EDS program as the copy-source. For the procedure and other settings, please see Copy from Program on page 185 of the M3 parameter guide.

Table of Contents

Main features of the M3 XPANDED.3 Playing the programs of PCM expansion option.5 About the new programs and combinations.5 Quick Start.6 Loading PCM expansion option multisamples.7 Removing (unloading) PCM expansion option multisamples.8 EX-USB-PCM Auto Load function.9 Listening to the demo songs of PCM expansion option.10 Quick start.10 Additional sequencer functions.11 Track View editing.11 Piano Roll editing.11 Editing MIDI system exclusive data.11 Additional functions for chasing the location.11 Improvements to the user interface.12 Velocity meter.12 Touch Drag editing.12 Expansions to KARMA function.13 KARMA 2.2.13 Appendices.14 Changes to the operation guide.14 Added messages.14 M3 System Software Version Information.15 Specifications.16 Options.19
Main features of the M3 XPANDED
PCM expansion options added, and multisamples updated
Approximately 384 Mbytes* of multisamples from PCM expansion options have been added. This increases the total to a maximum of 640 Mbytes*, which is 2.5 times as much as the original M3s 256 Mbytes* of preset multisamples. * These capacities indicate the size when converted to 16-bit linear data. The multisamples of the following PCM expansion options can be used. EX-USB-PCM01: Brass and Woodwinds 1 (approximately 128 Mbytes*) EX-USB-PCM02: Brass and Woodwinds 2 (approximately 128 Mbytes*) EX-USB-PCM03: Stereo Grand Piano (approximately 128 Mbytes*) In order to use all of these multisamples simultaneously, youll need to install the optional Korg EXB-M256 sample memory expansion board (sold separately). If this is not installed, you can use only one of these titles at a time. The 256 Mbytes* of preset multisamples and drum samples of the original M3 have also been updated. such as different types of vibrato, and different attacks which are suitable for staccato playing.
EX-USB-PCM03: Stereo Grand Piano
EX-USB-PCM03: Stereo Grand Piano is a sound library created using a single-point stereo recording of a topclass full concert grand piano. It uses four-level velocity splits to ensure rich and natural sound, and allows a high degree of expressive power. Approximately 128 Mbytes* of PCM data contains 7 programs and 2 combinations, covering a range of sounds appropriate for any production in styles ranging from classical to rock and jazz. One-point stereo recording was used to preserve the stereo image. From the attack on the strings to the decay, a natural stereo image has been lavishly captured. The natural resonances of the strings when the damper pedal is held down has also been recorded. These sounds are used by the M3s EDS synthesis engine to faithfully reproduce the full natural decay of the vibrating strings decaying to silence, as well as the subtle sounds of pedal control.
Updated multisamples and drum samples
The 256 Mbytes* of preset multisamples and drum samples on the original M3 has been updated. In particular, stereo piano and vintage keyboard sounds have been updated to deliver even more realistic piano sounds that include a monaural piano often used in band ensembles as well as the Korg SG-1 sampling grand beloved by artists, in addition to PCM data capturing the sounds of tape-type samplers.
EX-USB-PCM01: Brass and Woodwinds 1 EX-USB-PCM02: Brass and Woodwinds 2
EX-USB-PCM01/02 Brass & Woodwinds is a PCM expansion option for the M3 containing brass and woodwind sounds that were created with painstaking attention to detail and playability. Approximately 256 Mbytes* (when converted to 16bit linear) of PCM memory is provided to create 128 new programs and 32 new combinations. This new data covers a broad range of sounds, suitable for everything from orchestration to popular music. Top of the line instruments were sampled with variations to cover every musical need; for example, flutes include piccolo and alto flute, trumpets include piccolo trumpet as well as cornet, and clarinet sounds also include bass clarinet. Numerous variations of performance techniques have been sampled, including: dynamics, trills, falls, growls, and staccato on each instrument. In addition, the M3s EDS synthesis engine has been used to create programs that deliver sounds that are richly expressive, even when a single note is played. This would be difficult to produce simply by playing back sampled data. For example, in programs that contains a breath sound with legato, the breath sound is emphasized for the first note but its removed from subsequent notes that are played legato, providing a more natural performance. There are also numerous variations,

More effect preset data

Preset data has been added to the effect preset functions that allow you to save variations of parameter settings for each effect. A total of 700 immediately usable effect presets by professional sound creators is now available. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 102 Using Effect presets and M3 XPANDED Voice Name List (PDF).

More preset patterns

We have added 149 realistic drum patterns. This increases the 522 preset patterns of the original M3 to 671, giving you more variety for the Drum Track function, for song production with the sequencer, and when using the RPPR function. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 4, 28, 140, 219, 275, 277, and to the M3 XPANDED Voice Name List (PDF).
Playing the programs of PCM expansion option
About the new programs and combinations

EX-USB-PCM01/02

79 programs using EXPCMprograms using EXPCMprograms using both EXPCM01 and combinations using the preload programs, EXPCM01 programs, and EXPCM02 programs

EX-USB-PCM03

8 programs using EX-USB-PCMcombinations using the EX-USB-PCM03 preloaded programs Note: Programs/combinations that use PCM expansion option multisamples will have EX1, EX2, EX1&2, or EX3 at the end of their names. These programs/combinations will not sound correctly unless the corresponding multisamples are loaded.
Programs using the updated multisamples
The 512 preloaded programs of the original M3 v.1 and the 512 programs added by M3 v.1.2 have been rearranged together with the EX-USB-PCM03 programs, and are all included. However, some of the programs/combinations that use updated multisamples may sound slightly different.

Quick Start

1. Connect the USB device containing the KEP le to the USB A connector of the M3 XPANDED. Note: The KEP le on the USB device must be located in the root directory. 2. Power-on the M3 XPANDED. The M3 XPANDEDs display will show a red progress bar while the system data is being loaded. When the system data has nished loading, a blue progress bar will be shown while the EX-USB-PCM03 is autoloaded. During this process, the title of the EX-USBPCM that is loading will be shown at the bottom of the display. Note: By default, EX-USB-PCM03 will be loaded automatically. Note: Never disconnect the USB device containing the KEP le while the data is being loaded. 3. Lets listen to a program that uses EX-USB-PCM03. Press the MODE PROG switch to enter Program mode. 4. Select Bank INT-A 000: Stereo Grand 4-Way 1 EX3. This is a program that uses the EX-USB-PCM03 multisamples. If a different program is selected, highlight Program Select, and then press the BANK SELECT I-A switch, numeric key 0, and the ENTER switch in that order. Use the keyboard and pads to play the program. Locations INT-A020 through 022 also contain EX-USBPCM03 programs. Note: Programs/combinations that use PCM expansion option multisamples will have EX1, EX2, EX1&2, or EX3 at the end of their names. These programs/combinations will not sound properly unless the corresponding multisamples are loaded. 5. Next, lets listen to a combination that uses EXUSB-PCM03. Press the MODE COMBI switch to enter Combination mode.

6. Select bank INT-A 000: Towards The Sun EX3. This is a combination that uses the EX-USB-PCM03 multisamples. If a different combination is selected, highlight Combination Select, and then press the BANK SELECT I-A switch, numeric key 0, and the ENTER switch in that order. Use the keyboard and pads to play the combination. Locations INT-B016 also contain EX-USB-PCM03 combinations. 7. If you want to hear programs or combinations of the other PCM expansion options (EX-USBPCM01 and EX-USB-PCM02), load the multisamples in the EX-USB-PCM page or the Load page. If the optional EXB-M256 (sold separately) is not installed, youll need to unload the EX-USB-PCM03 multisamples before you can load EX-USB-PCM01 or EX-USB-PCM02. If the optional EXB-M256 is already installed, you can load all three sets of multisamples (EX-USB-PCM01, EX-USB-PCM02, and EX-USB-PCM03) without having to unload the EX-USB-PCM03 multisamples. Refer to the following sections. page 7 Loading in the EX-USB-PCM page page 7 Loading in the Load page page 8 Removing (unloading) PCM expansion option multisamples The tables below show the numbers of the programs/ combinations that use the PCM expansion options. Youll need to load the appropriate multisamples before listening to these sounds.
Programs/combinations that use the PCM expansion options Program
EX-USB-PCM03 EX-USB-PCM01, 02 INT-A000, 020.022, 028, 038.040 USER-E000.127

Combination

EX-USB-PCM03 EX-USB-PCM01, 02 INT-A000, INT-B016 USER-E000.031
Note: EX-USB-PCM01 and 02 programs/ combinations are stored in the USER-E bank. Press the BANK SELECT U-E switch to select the USER-E bank.

MODE PROG switch

3 4, 6
BANK SELECT I-AU-G switches

Power switch

PROG P0: Play Program Select Bank number
USB device USB A connector

MODE COMBI switch

0, ENTER switches
Loading PCM expansion option multisamples
In order to use programs of the EX-USB-PCM01, 02, and 03 PCM expansion options, youll need to load the corresponding multisamples. Note: An M3 XPANDED in which the separately sold EXB-M256 option has not been installed will be able to load only one of the three sets of multisamples (EXUSB-PCM01, 02, or 03). If the separately sold EXBM256 option is installed, youll be able to load and use all of the EX-USB-PCM01, 02, and 03 multisample sets. In order to take full advantage of the PCM expansion options, we recommend that you install this.

upper line of the display will change from green (Free) to blue (EX-USB-PCM), verifying that the EX-USBPCM has been loaded into RAM memory.
Loading in the EX-USB-PCM page
1. Connect the USB device containing the KEP le to the USB A connector of the M3 XPANDED. Note: The KEP le on the USB device must be located in the root directory. 2. Press the MODE MEDIA switch to enter Media mode. 3. In the lower right of the display, press the EXUSB-PCM tab to access the EX-USB-PCM page. The upper line will show the usage of RAM1 and RAM2. RAM2 is available if the separately sold EXBM256 option is installed. The titles of the EX-USB-PCM data are shown in EXUSB-PCM Title. 4. Select the EX-USB-PCM that you want to load, and press the Load button. The Load button will be available if you select an EXUSB-PCM whose Status is Unloaded. When you press the Load button, a conrmation message will appear; press the OK button to load the data. This button cant be selected if RAM memory capacity is insufcient, or if you selected a title whose Status is Loaded. When loading is completed, Status will change to Loaded. The bar that indicates the RAM usage in the
Note: If there is free space in both RAM1 and RAM2 (if the EXB-M256 is installed), the data will be loaded starting with RAM1. If the Load button is not active, youll need to unload multisamples ( page 8 Removing (unloading) PCM expansion option multisamples). Alternatively, you can delete samples or multisamples in the Sampling mode (PG page 345, page 347). The PCM expansion option multisamples will disappear from the internal RAM memory when you power-off the M3 XPANDED. Youll have to load them the next time you power-on the M3. However, you can use the Auto Load function so that the multisamples will be loaded automatically when the power is turned on. ( page 9 EX-USBPCM Auto Load function)

Loading in the Load page

As an alternative to loading them in the Media mode EX-USB-PCM page as described above, PCM expansion option multisamples can also be loaded from the Load page etc. of the same mode. Normally youll use this method when you need to load an EX-USB-PCM thats not listed in the EX-USBPCM page. 1. Connect the USB device containing the KEP le to the M3 XPANDEDs USB A connector.

MODE MEDIA switch

RAM1 RAM2

4 Title and Load buttons

3 EX-USB-PCM tab
2. Press the MODE MEDIA switch to enter Media mode. 3. In the lower right of the display, press the Media Info tab to access the Media Info page.
Removing (unloading) PCM expansion option multisamples
Multisamples from a loaded KEP le can be removed (unloaded) from the M3 XPANDEDs RAM memory. By unloading the loaded multisamples, you can make room to load other PCM expansion option multisamples or to record your own samples. 1. Press the MODE MEDIA switch to enter Media mode, and in the lower right of the display, press the EX-USB-PCM tab to access the EX-USB-PCM page.

Menu button

Media Select
2. Press a loaded EX-USB-PCM to select it. The Status column shows the currently-loaded EXUSB-PCM titles.

Media Info tab

4. In the upper right of the display, press the menu button, and then press Scan USB device to detect the USB device. Note: If more than one USB device is connected to the USB A connectors, use Media Select to select the device that contains the le you want to load. 5. In the lower left of the display, press the Load tab to access the Load page. 6. Select the KEP le that you want to load, and press the Load button.

Status

Unload button
3. Press the Unload button. A dialog box will appear, so press the OK button to unload the data.

KEP file

The Status will change to Unloaded. The bar in the upper part of the display that indicates the RAM usage will change from blue (EX-USB-PCM) to green (Free), verifying that the EX-USB-PCM has been removed from RAM memory.

Load button

Load tab
7. A dialog box will appear. Press the OK button to load the data. If you load an EX-USB-PCM that is not shown in the EX-USB-PCM page, the title will be added to the list at this point.

About KEP les

Files with an extension of KEP (Korg EX PCM) handle expansion PCM data. This is a dedicated format for the Korg M3 XPANDED. KEP les contain PCM data and parameter data. The PCM data will be loaded into RAM memory (RAM1, RAM2*). The parameter data will be loaded into the system area of internal memory. (*: Available if the EXB-M256 is installed) You can make settings so that the KEP le data will be loaded automatically when you power-on the M3 XPANDED. ( page 9 EX-USB-PCM Auto Load function) 4. If you want to load a different title, select the EXUSB-PCM that you want to load, and press the Load button to load it. As desired, load or unload EX-USB-PCM01 and 02 so that you can try out their programs and combinations.
EX-USB-PCM Auto Load function
When you power-on the M3 XPANDED, this function can automatically load EX-USB-PCM data (KEP les) from a USB device connected to the USB A connector. Note: The KEP le on the USB device must be located in the root directory.

Auto Load setting

1. Press the MODE MEDIA switch to enter Media mode. In the lower right of the display, press the EX-USB-PCM tab to access the EX-USB-PCM page. 2. Select the EX-USB-PCM that you want to be loaded automatically when the power is turned on. Select the Auto box located at the left of the EX-USB-PCM Title. The number of items you can select will depend on the capacity of RAM1 and RAM2 (if the EXB-M256 is installed) and on the size of each EX-USB-PCM. If the size of the EX-USB-PCM exceeds the free space in RAM memory, the box will be grayed-out and cannot be selected. This completes the settings.
Using the Auto Load function
1. Connect the USB device containing the KEP le to the USB A connector of the M3 XPANDED. 2. Power-on the M3 XPANDED. The M3 XPANDEDs display will show a red progress bar while the system data is being loaded. When the system data has nished loading, a blue progress bar will be shown while the KEP le is auto-loaded. During this process, the title of the KEP le that is loading will be shown at the bottom of the display. Note: Never disconnect the USB device containing the KEP le while the data is being loaded. Note: Once the Auto Load has nished, there is no need for the USB device to be connected unless you will need to load other data.
Listening to the demo songs of PCM expansion option
The M3 XPANDED contains demo songs that use programs from the newly added PCM expansion options.
EX-USB-PCM03 EX-USB-PCM01, 02 S000, S001, S002 S008. S015
These demo songs will not play correctly unless the multisamples of the corresponding PCM expansion options are loaded. You must load the multisamples before playing the demo songs.

Quick start

1. In Media mode, load the PCM expansion option multisamples. Load the multisamples as described on page 7 Loading PCM expansion option multisamples and page 8 Removing (unloading) PCM expansion option multisamples. 2. As described in the M3 Operation Guide section Listening to the demo songs (OG page 5), load the demo songs in Global mode. Select a song that uses the multisamples of the PCM expansion option in Sequencer mode. These songs have EX1, EX2, EX1&2, or EX3 at the end of their name. 3. Press the SEQ switch to return to Sequencer mode, and press the SEQUENCER START/STOP switch to play back the song.

Additional sequencer functions
A Track View page and Piano Roll screen have been added to Sequencer mode. In addition, you now have the ability to edit MIDI exclusive data.
Editing MIDI system exclusive data
In the Event Edit dialog box you can now edit MIDI system exclusive data such as recorded parameter changes or master volume. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 289 Event Edit. The menu commands Create Exclusive Data and Erase Exclusive Data have also been added. These commands let you create or erase universal system exclusive messages and M3 parameter change messages in the specied region of a MIDI track. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 302 Create Exclusive Data and Erase Exclusive Data.

Track View editing

By dragging in the display with your nger or a stylus, you can specify a region of measures or move, copy, or delete data. This allows a more intuitive style of editing. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 246 6-2: Track View.
Additional functions for chasing the location
In the Track Edit page, the currently-playing location indication will now follow the graphic track indication in realtime, making it easier to see whether events exist in each track. Select the Link From Measure to current location check box located in the lower left. (The arrows in the screen above indicate using a nger or stylus.)

Piano Roll editing

You can now edit notes, velocities, and control changes in the Piano Roll screen. By selecting and dragging an event with your nger or a stylus, you can edit its pitch or timing, delete it, or add events. Refer to M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF) page 291 Piano Roll.
(The arrows in the screen above indicate using a nger or stylus.)
Improvements to the user interface

Velocity meter

In Combination and Sequencer modes, the note-on velocity is shown in realtime by meters. This is a convenient way to check the timbre or track that youre working on. Each time you press the Vel Mtr (Velocity Meter) button, the velocity meters for the tracks will toggle between visible and hidden. This setting is remembered even when the power is off. These meters show the velocity values of note-on messages received from the keyboard, MIDI IN, KARMA, drum track, or sequencer. (If multiple note-on messages are received simultaneously, the highest velocity will be shown.) Since these meters show the note-on velocity values, they will not reflect settings of the volume sliders or changes in the audio signal level produced by the filter, amp, EG, LFO, EQ, or effects. Nor will they be affected if settings such as KeyZone or VelZone indicate that sound is not actually being produced by the note-on message. According to the Play/Mute or Solo settings, tracks in play mode are shown with blue meters, and muted tracks are shown with yellow meter.

Adjustable Quantize Window per Module
Previously, all Modules that had the Quantize Trigger setting turned On would be quantized to the nearest 16th note. While this allowed intricate DJ-style performances, it could also make it difcult to trigger Modules in perfect time during normal performance, especially at faster tempos. Now, you can select a Quantize Window independently for each Module-for example, use a 1/4-note or 8th-note value for less chance of a timing error, or a 16th-note when fancier retriggering effects are desired. Triplet-based values are also provided for retriggering triplet-based grooves off- beat. Even more powerfully, the Quantize Window is also a destination in the Perf RTP page, so that you can change it in real-time from the Control Surface. For example, you could change it during live performance to allow quick re-triggering in a breakdown section, then set it back to a quarter note for more relaxed triggering during the rest of the song.
* KARMA (Kay Algorithmic Realtime Music Architecture) Technology has been licensed from Stephen Kay, and is protected by U.S. Patents 5,486,647, 5,521,327, 6,084,171, 6,087,578, 6,103,964, 6,121,532, 6,121,533, 6,326,538, 6,639,141 7,169,997 and 7,342,166. Other patents pending. * KARMA and the KARMA Logo are registered trademarks, and Generated Effect (GE), Melodic Repeat, Direct Index, Manual Advance, SmartScan, Freeze Randomize, Random Capture, Random FF/ REW and Scene Matrix are trademarks of Stephen Kay, Karma-Lab LLC. This manual copyright 19942008 by KORG Inc. and Stephen Kay. All rights reserved. * KARMA Technology can be located on the internet at: www.karma-lab.com.

Appendices

Changes to the operation guide
In conjunction with the update to M3 XPANDED, the following changes have been made to the content of the operation guide. OG all pages Compared to the M3 (version 1), the M3 XPANDED updates a wide range of functionality for programs, combinations, demo songs, multisamples, sequencer, and KARMA. Please be aware that for this reason, screen shots and other aspects of the included operation guide may differ from the actual instrument. page 34 The operating requirements of M3 Editor/Plug-In Editor have changed due to the upgrade. For details on the most recent software operating requirements, refer to the latest version of the M3 Editor/Plug-In Editor Owners Manual (page.1). page 38 Program bank contents
Bank Prog. No. Explanation With the factory settings, these Factory banks contain a wide variety of Programs. preloaded programs that use multisamples, effects, and KARMA. EXB-RADIAS This can be selected if the optional Programs. EXB-RADIAS is installed. GM2 main These banks contain 256 GM programs. programs and nine GM drum programs that are compatible with GM2 the GM2 sound map. The programs of variation these banks are read-only. programs. Bank G contains the GM programs. G lets you select 128 programs numbered from 001128, and g(1) GM2 drum g(d) lets you select nine drum programs. programs. You cant write (save) data to these banks. For these banks you can switch the Factory Programs. bank type between EDS and EXBRADIAS. Programs cannot be saved in a bank of a differing type. Specify the bank type using the Global mode menu command Set Prog User-Bank Initialized Type (See PG page 398). For USERPrograms. A.E, refer to the Explanation of INT-A.E, above. USER-F is recommended as the bank for user sampling.

Additional velocity curve added
A new velocity curve (#9) has been added. Compared to the standard curve #4, this new velocity curve softens the response of gently-played notes. This allows velocity control with broader dynamics for sounds like an acoustic piano. This setting is recommended for the RH3 graded hammer action of the M3XP-88. For more details, please refer to the M3 Parameter Guide (page 372).
Total number of programs and program bank structure
The 512 new programs have been added to banks USERA through USER-D. Thus, banks USER-A through USER-D will now contain preloaded programs. M3 Operation Guide page 38, Program bank contents table USER-A - USER-D: Preloaded programs USER-E - USER-G: Initialized programs M3 Operation Guide page 224, Sound Engine / The Number of table User programs: 1,664 programs / 1,184 preloaded (EDS: 1,056 + RADIAS: 128)
Regarding the data loaded by All Preload PCG
The All Preload PCG menu command will now load the 512 new programs, in addition to the original program data. M3 Operation Guide page 201, If the EXB-RADIAS is not installed -Program: Bank I-A, I-B, I-C, I-D, I-E (000.031), U-A, U-B, U-C, U-D

M3 Version 1.1 Overview

In addition to adding new features and functions, this update also includes various improvements and resolves certain minor operational issues. M3 Version 1.1 provides the following new features.

EXB-FW Support

This M3 Version 1.1 O.S. update (or higher) is required in order to use the EXB-FW FireWire option (sold separately). In addition, the M3 Editor/Plug-In editor must be at version 1.5 or later in order to use the EXB-FW option. For details on the operating requirements for a computer to run the latest M3 Editor/Plug-In Editor and the installation procedure, please refer to M3 Editor/ Plug-In Editor owners manual. By installing the EXB-FW FireWire option, the M3 can be used as an audio/MIDI interface with your computer via FireWire cable.

Specications and options

Specications
The underlined portions describe specications that have changed from the M3 to the M3 XPANDED.
Operating temperature 0 +40 C
KYBD-61/73/88 keyboard assembly
System KKS (KORG Komponent System) 88 key Real Weighted Hammer Action (RH3) 88 * The key weight of the RH3 keyboard differs in four stages across the pitch range (with low notes being heavier, and high notes being lighter), delivering a playing feel similar to that of a grand piano. 73 Semi weighted 61 Semi weighted Joystick, Ribbon Controller, SW1/SW2. TO MODULE (for connection with the M3XP-M sound module), TO MODULE (2nd) (73-key and 88-key only)

Keyboard

Controllers Interface

M3XP-M sound module

System EDS (Enhanced Denition Synthesis) MMT (Multi Modeling Technology) sound generator can be added by installing the optional EXBRADIAS 120 voices max, single mode 60 voices max, double mode Maximum Polyphony * The actual maximum polyphony will vary depending on oscillator settings such as stereo multisamples and velocity crossfading. 256 Mbytes (when calculated as 16-bit linear data) Preset PCM 1,077 multisamples (including seven stereo), 1,609 drum samples (including 116 stereo) EX-USB-PCM01: Brass and Woodwinds 1 approximately 128 Mbyte (when calculated as 16-bit linear), 59 multisamples (including ve stereo) EX-USB-PCM02: Brass and Woodwinds 2 approximately 128 Mbyte (when calculated as 16-bit linear), 47 multisamples PCM expansion EX-USB-PCM03: Stereo Grand Piano approximately 128 Mbyte options (when calculated as 16-bit linear), 10 multisamples (including ve stereo) These can be used by loading them into RAM memory. The standard 64 Mbyte RAM memory allows only one title to be loaded. If the EXB-M256 (option) is installed, the three titles can be used simultaneously. 64 Mbyte is standard (512 bytes used by the system), expandable to 320 PCM RAM Mbytes by installing the EXB-M256 (option) OSC1 (Single), OSC1+2 (Double): Stereo multisamples are supported Oscillator 4 velocity zones per oscillator, with switching, crossfades and layers. Four types of lter routing (single, serial, parallel, 24 dB) Filters Two multi-mode lters per voice (low pass, high pass, band pass, band reject) Driver Per-voice nonlinear driver and low boost. EQ Three bands, with sweepable mid. For each voice, two envelope generators (Filter & Amp), two LFOs, two key Modulation tracking generators (Filter & Amp), and two AMS mixers In addition, pitch EG, common LFO, and two common key tracking generators Up to sixteen timbres, keyboard and velocity split/layer/crossfade, and 16 Timbres modications to the program setting via the Tone Adjust function Master Keyboard These allow you to control external MIDI devices functionality Stereo and mono drumsamples. 4-way velocity switches with crossfades and adjustable crossfade shapes (Linear, Power, Layer). User Combinations 1,792 Combinations/ 416 Preload User Programs 1,664 Programs/ 1,344 (EDS: 1,216 + RADIAS: 128) Preload User Drum Kits 144 Drum Kits/32 Preload Preset Programs 256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs

Controllers

User Interface

Common specications

Analog

Audio Outputs

Digital
Load, Save, Utility, Make Audio CD, Play Audio CD Data Filer functionality (Save and Load MIDI System Exclusive Data) CD-ROM/R/RW (UDF Format read/write), Record & Play audio CDs (CD-DA), ISO9660 Level 1 WAVE le editing functionality CD-ROM/R/RW can be used if a commercially-available USB drive is connected. Velocity-sensitive drum pads and chord triggers. Pads 18 PAD MODE switch - selects velocity-sensitive or xed-velocity operation, CHORD ASSIGN switch CONTROL ASSIGN MIXER (T18, T916, INPUTS), REALTIME CONTROL, Switches EXTERNAL, TONE ADJUST, KARMA RESET CONTROL Switch MIXER: PLAY/MUTE (SOLO) REALTIME CONTROL: IFX15, MFX1, MFX2, TFX on/ off 8 Switches EXTERNAL: External mode. External MIDI control. TONE ADJUST: Control the Tone Adjust functions Control Surface KARMA: KARMA control MIXER: Volume REALTIME CONTROL: Realtime modulation 8 Sliders EXTERNAL: External mode. External MIDI control. TONE ADJUST: Control the Tone Adjust functions KARMA: KARMA control * In External mode, the eight sliders, eight switches, and eight pads can be used as MIDI controllers. 128 setups can be stored. (102 are preloaded. These allow you to control software synthesizers or DAW software.) Drum Track Switches = ON/OFF Switches = ON/OFF, LATCH, MODULE CONTROL (Master/A/B/C/D), SCENES 1/ KARMA 54/8 XY control Switches = XY MODE, HOLD, MOTION 5.7 inch Touch View Color Graphical Interface Display Color 320 x 240 pixel display, XY control function MODE Switches = COMBI, PROG SEQ, SAMPLING, GLOBAL, MEDIA Switches = q/u, 10-key numeric keypad, -, (.), ENTER, COMPARE, VALUE Value Controllers Slider, VALUE Dial BANK Switches = I-AG, U-AG SEQUENCER Switches = PAUSE, REW, FF, LOCATE, REC/WRITE, START/STOP SAMPLING Switches = REC, START/STOP TEMPO Switches = TAP TEMPO, TEMPO Knob Other Switches = PAGE SELECT, EXIT, VOLUME MAIN Slider, display contrast Frequency response 20 Hz20 kHz 1.0 dB 10 k load THD+N 20 Hz20 kHz 0.08 % 10 k load (typical) 1/4" TS (Mono), unbalanced, Master Volume slider controls only L/Mono and R Output Impedance 1.1k stereo; 550 mono (L/Mono only) AUDIO OUTPUT Nominal Level +4.0 dBu (MAIN) L/MONO, R Maximum Level +16.0 dBu AUDIO OUTPUT Load Impedance 10 k or greater (INDIVIDUAL)1, 2, 3, 4 Signal to noise ratio 90 dBu (typical) Dynamic range 91 dBu (typical) 1/4" TRS (Stereo), Master Volume slider (link with Main output L/Mono) Headphone output Output Impedance 33 Maximum Level 32+ 32 mW @33 Format: 24 bit, S/P DIF IEC60958 EIAJCP-1201 Optical S/P DIF Sample Rate: 48 kHz Digital output of the same signals as AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/Mono, R 6 channels, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sample rate (Option) EXB-FW Digitally output the same signals as AUDIO OUTPUT (MAIN) L/Mono, R and AUDIO OUTPUT (INDIVIDUAL) 14

Specifications and options Options

Analog Audio Inputs

Control Inputs MIDI USB

(Option) EXB-FW Power

Dimensions (W x D x H)

Weight

Power Consumption

Accessories

1/4" TS (Mono), unbalanced MIC/LINE input level switch, LEVEL knob Input Impedance 10 k Audio inputs 1, 2 Headroom 12 dB Input level range LINE 29 dBu +4 dBu or greater (typical) Input level range MIC 54 dBu 17 dBu or greater (typical) Source Impedance 600 Format: 24 bit, S/P DIF IEC60958 EIAJCP-1201 Optical S/P DIF Sample Rate: 48 kHz (Option) EXB-FW 2 channels, 24-bit, 48 kHz Sample rate DAMPER (Supports piano-style half-damper pedals as well as standard foot switches) ASSIGNABLE SWITCH, ASSIGNABLE PEDAL TO KYBD (for connection to keyboard assembly) IN, OUT, THRU 2 USB 2.0 High-Speed ports (supports 480 Mbps) (TYPE A) with Mass Storage Device support, for connecting external hard drives, ash memory, etc. 1 USB (TYPE B), MIDI interface KORG FireWire Audio/MIDI interface, 2 FireWire connectors MIDI 1-in/1-out, Audio 2-in/6-out Virtualized Hardware AC Power Supply terminal, POWER On/Off switch M3XP-M 673 x 202 x 82 mm /26.50 x 7.95 x 3.23 inches 1,016 x 372 x 121 mm / 40.00 x 14.65 x 4.76 inches (with M3XP-M folded M3XP-M + KYBD61 down), 1,016 x 372 x 171 mm/ 40.00 x 14.65 x 6.73 inches (with M3XP-M tilted up) 1,189 x 371 x 131 mm / 46.81 x 14.61 x 5.16 inches (with M3XP-M folded M3XP-M + KYBD73 down), 1,189 x 371 x 207 mm / 46.81 x 14.61 x 8.15 inches (with M3XP-M tilted up) 1,425 x 442 x 131 mm / 56.10 x 17.40 x 5.16 inches (with M3XP-M folded M3XP-M + KYBD88 down), 1,425 x 442 x 207 mm / 56.10 x 17.40 x 8.15 inches (with M3XP-M tilted up) M3XP-M 4.8 kg / 10.58 lbs. M3XP-M + KYBD61 14.1 kg / 31.08 lbs. M3XP-M + KYBD73 17.3 kg / 38.14 lbs. M3XP-M + KYBD88 26.5 kg / 58.42 lbs. M3XP-M M3XP-M + KYBD61 35W M3XP-M + KYBD73 M3XP-M + KYBD88 Bracket (M3XP-M only), AC cable, Owners Manuals (M3 Operation Guide) CD-ROM (M3 M3 XPANDED Parameter Guide (PDF), Voice Name List (PDF), KORG MIDI driver, M3 Editor/ Plug-In Editor etc.)

Options

EXB-RADIAS EXB-FW EXB-M256 MA-L MA-T XVP-10 EXP-2 DS-1H PS-1 RADIAS Synthesizer Board FireWire Board 256 MB Sample Memory Expansion Board Locking Support Rack Tray Expression/Volume Pedal Foot Controller Damper Pedal Pedal Switch
* Appearance and specications of this product are subject to change without notice. (October/08)
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