OWNERS MANUAL

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Synthesizer SH-32. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: USING THE UNIT SAFELY and IMPORTANT NOTES (p. 2; p. 4). 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, Owners Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
The SH-32s Low Boost function, which compensates for smaller speakers and other systems with insufficient low end, is set to ON at the factory. When using the SH-32 with large speakers or a PA, we recommend turning this feature off. Use the following procedure.
1. While holding down [2/B], turn on the SH-32s power. 2. Press [VALUE ] to switch the function to 3. Turn the power off, then on again. Copyright 2001 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. (Off).
For the U.K. IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled. The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owners Manual....
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor....
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptors body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock....
Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the Information page....
Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!....
Never use or store the unit in places that are: Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are Humid; or are Exposed to rain; or are Dusty; or are Subject to high levels of vibration....

Chapter 3. Applying Effects to the Sound (INS-FX, REV/DELAY)
This chapter explains how to make settings for the SH-32s onboard effects. Be sure to read this when adding effects to Patches and Performances.
Notation Used in This Owners Manual
To make operation procedures easy to understand, the following notation system is adopted: Characters and numbers in square brackets [ ] indicate knobs and buttons on the front panel. For example, [CUTOFF] represents the CUTOFF knob and [PREVIEW] stands for the PREVIEW button. (p. **) refers to pages within the manual. Below are the meanings of the symbols preceding certain sentences in the text.
Chapter 4. Playing the Rhythm Sets
This chapter explains how to play and create Rhythm Sets. Read this chapter when using Rhythm Sets.
Chapter 5. Using in Performance Mode
This chapter explains how to play and create Performances. Read this chapter when you wish to use Performances.
These are notes. Please be sure to read them.
These are reference memos. Read these as necessary.
Chapter 6. Using Arpeggiator (ARPEGGIATOR)
This chapter explains how to use and make settings for the Arpeggiator, how to create Styles, and other related information. Read this chapter when you wish to use the arpeggiator.
These are hints for operating the SH-32. Read these as necessary. These provide information from related reference pages. Read these as necessary.

Contents

IMPORTANT NOTES...4 How To Use This Manual..5
Notation Used in This Owners Manual... 5
Main Features...11 Panel Descriptions...12
Front Panel..... 12 Rear Panel..... 15

Getting Ready...16

Connecting External Devices.... 16 Turning On the Power..... 17 Turning Off the Power..... 17 Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)... 17 Listening to the Demo Songs.... 18

Quick Start.. 19

Producing Sound....20
Getting Started..... 20 About the Playing Modes of the SH-32 (PATCH/PERFORMANCE).. 20 Switching Modes..... 20 Standalone Play of Sounds (PREVIEW)... 21 Playing a Sound with a MIDI Keyboard.... 22 Listening to the Preset Sounds.... 23 Using the Effects..... 24 Playing a Rhythm Set.... 25

Modifying the Sound...26

Creating Sounds..... 26 Easy Sound Editing..... 27 1. Selecting a Waveform (Oscillator)... 27 2. Working on Oscillator Waveforms (FILTER)... 29 3. Adding Changes in the Volume (AMP)... 31 4. Adding Modulation to the Sound (LFO)... 32 5. Adding an Effect.... 34 Saving the Sound.... 35
Playing Arpeggio (Arpeggiator)...36

Playing Arpeggio (Arpeggiator)
The SH-32 provides an automatic arpeggio function (Arpeggiator). With this function, you can play a chord in arpeggio. Also, when a Rhythm Set is selected, you can play a rhythm pattern. An arpeggio is played in accord with the keys that are pressed. There are a number of preset Arpeggio Styles from which you can choose (Arpeggio Styles).
See Chapter 6. Using Arpeggiator (ARPEGGIATOR) (p. 74) for details on Arpeggiator.
Turning On/Off the Arpeggiator
Lets play with the Arpeggiator.

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Press [ON].
The button lights up, and the Arpeggiator is turned on.
Press [STYLE] to light up the button, and press [VALUE /] to select an Arpeggio Style.
The Arpeggio Style number is shown in the display (11.a through 88.a). When a Rhythm Set is selected, you can select a Rhythm Style (11.r through 88.r).
If you press [STYLE] again while the button is illuminated, it blinks, indicating that it is now in style-save mode (p. 79). When you press it again, it will return to style-selection mode.
See About Arpeggio Styles (p. 75) for details on Arpeggio Styles.
Press a chord by using the Preview function (p. 21) or a MIDI keyboard to start playing arpeggio.
The Arpeggio Style of the SH-32 starts playing arpeggio according to the position of the touched key.

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You can also create new Arpeggio Styles (p. 77).

Example

When you select this style,

and play this cord,

you will hear this.
When you select a Rhythm Set in Patch mode (p. 25), the selected Rhythm Style will be played regardless of the position of the touched key.
How to Turn Off the Arpeggiator
Press [ON] to turn the button off.
Changing the Arpeggiator Tempo
You can change the tempo for arpeggio performances.

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Press [TAP (BPM)].

[TAP (BPM)] lights up.

Press [VALUE /] to set the desired tempo.
The tempo is shown in the display.
You can also set the tempo to the timing youve used when tapping the buttons (Tap Tempo) (p. 74).
Press [EXIT] to turn the button off.
Display See Chapter 5. Using in Performance Mode (p. 71) for details on Performance mode. See Selecting the Patch for Each Part (Part Assign Mode) (p. 71) for details on the Part Assign mode.

Playing the Arpeggio Together with a Rhythm Pattern
In Performance mode, you can play the arpeggio while playing a rhythm pattern.

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1, 2, 9

2, 4, 7, 9, 11

8, 13 3, 6
Press [PATCH/PERFORM] to light up the button, and to enter Performance mode.
In Performance mode, you can play four Parts (each with its own Patch assigned to it) at the same time.
Press [EXIT] while pressing [PATCH/PERFORM], getting both buttons to blink.
The unit is now in the Part Assign mode.
Set the Rhythm Set to Part 4. 1. Press [4/R].

[4/R] blinks.

2. Press [BANK], and then press [8/R]. 3. Press [1/A][4/D] to select a Rhythm Set number.
The Rhythm Set number is shown in the display. The Rhythm Set can only be set to Part 4.
Press [EXIT] to return to Performance mode.
Press [STYLE] to light up the button and then press [VALUE /] to select a Rhythm Style.
The Rhythm Style number is shown in the display.
See About Rhythm Styles (p. 75) for details on Rhythm Styles.
Press [4/R] while pressing [ON] to light up [4/R].
The Part 4 is set for the arpeggio play.

Press [EXIT].

Press [1][3] to choose a Part you want to play in arpeggio.
The button of the selected Part blinks.
The unit is in the Part Assign mode.
See Selecting the Patch for Each Part (Part Assign Mode) (p. 71) for details on the Part Assign mode.
Select a Patch for the Part you selected in step 8. 1. Press [BANK], and then press [1/A][4/D]. 2. Press [1/A]8/R] to select a Patch number.
The Patch number is shown in the display.
Press [STYLE] to light up the button, and then press [VALUE /] to select an Arpeggio Style.
The Arpeggio Style number is shown in the display.
Press the Part button that was selected in Step 8 while pressing [ON] to light up the Part button.
The selected Part is set for arpeggio play.
The rhythm pattern and arpeggio start playing.
Playing a Chord at the Touch of a Finger (Chord Memory)
You can easily play a chord simply by touching just one key to which a Chord Form has been registered (Chord Memory function). The SH-32 can remember 64 different Chord Forms (11.c88.c)
See Chapter 7. Using the Chord Memory Function (CHORD) (p. 81) for details on the Chord Memory function.

Turning the Insertion Effects On and Off
You can set whether the Insertion Effects are used (switched on), or not used (switched off) in each Patch, Rhythm Set, or Performance. Turn these settings OFF when you wish to listen to the unprocessed sound as you create a sound, or when you wish to use external effects processors instead of the built-in effects.
Reverb/Delay (Looped Effects)
This type of effect taps the output from the signal path, and then returns the effect-processed signal back to the signal path, mixing it with the sound source. You can select reverb, delay, chorus, and other effects that add reverberation or a wavering of the sound.
Ways of Connecting Effects (INS > REV SERIES)
You can make settings that determine whether Insertion Effects and Reverb/Delay are connected serially or in parallel in each Patch, Rhythm Set, or Performance. 1. Press [INS > REV SERIES], causing the indicator to blink.

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In Part Assign mode (p. 71), the following procedure switches each Part on and off, and the Insertion Effects for the selected parts is switched on or off. In addition, you can turn the individual Rhythm Tones (percussion instruments) in Rhythm Tone Edit (p. 69) on and off. 1. Press [INS-FX], to switch the effects on or off. The effect is on when the indicator is lit, and off when the indicator light is off.

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2. Press [VALUE /] to make the setting. Select (Series) to connect serially or to have the effects connected in parallel.

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(Parallel)
2. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70, p. 73).
Selecting the Insertion Effects Type (TYPE)
INS-FX REV/DELAY OUTPUT The SH-32 features 35 different types of internal Insertion Effects; you can select the effect type for each individual Patch or Rhythm Set. 1. Confirm that the SH-32 is in Patch mode. INS-FX OUTPUT REV/DELAY 2. Rotate the FX/SYSTEM knob to TYPE in the INS-FX section.

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When you connect in series, you can add delay to the distortion sound. Additionally, when the effects are connected in parallel, you can set the level of the signal sent to the reverb or delay for each individual Performance or Rhythm Tone in a Rhythm Set. 3. When you have finished making the settings, press [EXIT], causing the [INS > REV SERIES] indicator light to go off. 4. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70, p. 73).
3. Press [VALUE /] to select which of the effects you want to use. For details on the Insertion Effects, refer to Insertion Effects Parameters (p. 107). 4. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure. 5. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70).

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You can make settings for the selected parameter only when the indicator to the left of the FX/SYSTEM knob is blinking. 4. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure. 5. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70).
3. Press [VALUE /] to select which of the effects you want to use. For details on the Reverb/Delay, refer to Reverb/Delay Parameters (p. 113). 4. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure. 5. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70).

Chapter 3

Setting the Reverb/Delay
You can set a variety of parameters in each Patch or Rhythm Set for the Reverb/Delay selected with the effect type. 1. Confirm that the SH-32 is in Patch mode. 2. Rotate the FX/SYSTEM knob to select the REV/DELAY parameter to be set.

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3. Press [VALUE /] to set the value.
You can make settings for the selected parameter only when the indicator at the left of the FX/SYSTEM knob is blinking. 4. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure. 5. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70).
Parameters That Can Be Set

E.LEVEL (Effect Level)

Sets the level of the signal sent to the Reverb/Delay.
Applying Effects in Performance Mode
Unlike in Patch mode, where each Patch or Rhythm Set includes its own effect parameters, Performance mode uses the effect settings for the Patches and Rhythm Sets that are assigned to Parts specified in each Performance.
When using the Preview function (p. 21) while setting the effects for Rhythm Sets, you can set the effect level for each selected Rhythm Tone (percussion instrument) individually.

TIME (Reverb/Delay Time)

This sets the length of the reverberation sound when a reverb effect is selected with the effect type setting. When a delay effect is selected, this sets the time delay from when the original sound is played until the delay sound is produced. When a chorus effect is selected, this sets the time delay from when the original sound is played until the chorus sound is produced.
Selecting the Effect Settings Used in a Performance (Effect Source)
For the effect settings used in a Performance, you can select one of the effect settings from the Patches or Rhythm Sets assigned to each Part. The effect settings selected here are referred to as the effect source.

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[TIE] (Part button 1): A tie is input to the grid, and the note input just before is connected with the tie. [REST] (Part button 2): A rest is input to the grid. [TO TOP] (Part button 3): This determines the Styles length when repeatedly layering input. When you press [TO TOP], the last grid to have data input to it is made the final step of the Style, and the Style returns to the beginning grid as the next grid to which data is input. After this, while inputting on the second and later cycles, when you reach the end of the Style as determined in the first cycle, the Style automatically returns to the beginning grid; you can continue with repeating input until you press [EXIT].
2. Press the SH-32s note-entry buttons or play an external MIDI keyboard to input the first note. G.02 appears in the display. The first note is input to the beginning grid, and input to the next grid is enabled. A maximum of sixteen notes (specifying the sound pitch) can be used within one Style. The pitches are no longer recorded once you input the seventeenth and any other further notes that have new pitches. Although in this case, the grid continues, but note that the data is blank. Be aware that if you input a new note before releasing the noteentry button or key on the keyboard for the note currently being input, both notes will be input together as a chord at the same grid.
If you continue to input data without pressing [TO TOP], the Style returns to the beginning grid once the limit (32nd grid) is reached. [BACK] (Part button 4): Deletes the last note input and returns you to the grid immediately preceding the current input grid. You cannot go back more than one note. 4. When you have finished recording with Step Input, press [EXIT]. 5. Confirm that Arpeggiator is on ([ON] is lit), and press the SH32s note-entry buttons or play the external MIDI keyboard to check the results of the Step Input.
When inputting with an external MIDI keyboard, the force with which the keys are pressed (velocity) is also recorded, and this is reflected in arpeggios in the level and relative strength of the notes expressed.
You cannot do partial edits of Styles. If a mistake is made, reinput the Style. 6. Remake the setting for the grid type (GRID: p. 75), duration (DURATION: p. 76), octave range (RANGE: p. 76), motif (MOTIF: p. 76), and tempo (BPM: p. 74) as needed. 7. If satisfied with the results of Step Input, save the created Style (p. 79). Additionally, if you also want to save the parameter settings changed in a previous step, carry out the write procedure for the Patch or Performance.

Setting the MIDI Channel (MIDI CH)
Setting the Receive Channel in Patch Mode
This sets the MIDI channel used for switching Patches and controlling other operations in Patch mode from an external MIDI device. 1. Press [PATCH/PERFORM], causing the indicator light to go off. The SH-32 switches to Patch mode. 2. Turn the FX/SYSTEM knob to SYSTEM.
3. Press [6 (MIDI CH)] to make its indicator blink. 4. Press [VALUE /] to select the MIDI channel number (1 16). 5. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure.
The SH-32 has two MIDI connectors.

MIDI OUT Connector

MIDI messages are transmitted from this connector to external MIDI devices. This connector can also be used to re-output MIDI data received from the MIDI IN connector, unchanged (MIDI THRU; p. 92). MIDI channel setting in Patch mode is a system setting. System settings are saved the moment the parameter values are changed. Thus, these settings are not lost when the power is turned off, even without the write procedure being carried out.

MIDI IN Connector

Performance messages from an external MIDI device are received here. When the SH-32 receives MIDI messages, it can produce sounds or switch settings.
Setting the Receive Channel for Each Part
This sets the MIDI Receive channel for each Part in the Performance. 1. Press [PATCH/PERFORM], causing the button indicator to light. The SH-32 switches to Performance mode. 2. Turn the FX/SYSTEM knob to SYSTEM. 3. Press [6 (MIDI CH)], causing the indicator to blink. 4. Press [1][4/R] (Part buttons) to select the Part for which the MIDI Receive channel is to be set. 5. Press [VALUE /] to select a MIDI channel number (116). 6. When you have finished setting the channel, press [EXIT]. 7. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 73).

About MIDI Channels

MIDI transmits performance data for up to sixteen musical parts over a single MIDI cable. This is made possible by MIDI channels. MIDI channels allow messages intended for a given instrument to be distinguished from messages intended for another instrument. There are sixteen MIDI channels (116), and normally the transmitting device must be set to the same MIDI channel as the receiving device in order for messages to be received.
Setting the Performance Control Channel
This sets the Receive channel (Performance Control Channel) used when switching SH-32 Performances with MIDI messages (Program Change, Bank Select) transmitted by an external MIDI device. When you press the (lit) Part button selected in Step 4 of Setting the Receive Channel for Each Part, all of the buttons [1][4/R] are lit, and the Performance Control Channel can be set. Set this to OFF when Performances are not being switched from a connected MIDI device.
When the Remote Keyboard Switch (REMOTE) is set to On, then the external MIDI keyboard may be set to any channel (p. 90). 3. Perform on the external MIDI keyboard to play the SH-32s sounds.

Changing the Sound with Modulation (MOD)
Modulation messages (MIDI controller number 1) from an external MIDI device connected to the MIDI IN connector can be used to modify the sound. 1. Turn the MIDI settings knob to the MOD parameter you want to set.

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The Performance Control Channel setting is a system setting. System settings are saved the moment the parameter values are changed. Thus, these settings are not lost when the power is turned off, even without the write procedure being carried out. When receiving only Program Change messages, if the Performance Control Channel setting is the same as the Parts MIDI Receive channel, then switching of the Performance is given priority.
Playing the SH-32 from an External MIDI Keyboard
Use an external MIDI keyboard to play the SH-32s sounds. 1. Use a MIDI cable to connect the SH-32s MIDI IN connector to the MIDI OUT connector of the external MIDI keyboard.

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LFO 1-OSC
This uses modulation to change the depth of the LFO 1 modulation applied to the oscillator pitch.

LFO 1-FILTER

This uses modulation to change the depth of the LFO 1 modulation applied to the filter cutoff.

LFO 1-AMP

This uses modulation to change the depth of the LFO 1 modulation applied to the amplifier level.

MIDI keyboard MIDI IN

When the value set is 163: The sweep depth (depth of the modulation) increases in the positive direction when a Modulation message is received. When the value set is 0: The sweep depth does not change, even when a Modulation message is received. When the value set is -63 -1: The sweep depth increases in the negative direction when a Modulation message is received.

CUTOFF

This applies modulation to change the filters cutoff frequency. When the value set is 163: The cutoff frequency increases above the value set for the Patch (p. 57) when a Modulation message is received. When the value set is 0: The cutoff frequency does not change, even when a Modulation message is received. When the value set is -63 -1: The cutoff frequency decreases below the value set for the Patch (p. 57) when a Modulation message is received.
2. Set the SH-32s receive channel to match the external MIDI keyboards transmit channel. For instructions on how to set the SH-32s receive channel, refer to Setting the MIDI Channel (MIDI CH) (p. 84). For instructions on how to set the transmit channel of the external MIDI keyboard, refer to the owners manual for your external MIDI keyboard.

Chapter 8

2. Press [VALUE /] to select the value (-6363). When the value is set to 0, then no change occurs when Modulation messages are received, and the sound is played according to the value set for the Patch. The change in the sound due to the modulation increases the more the value is increased above or lowered below 0.

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When the value set is 163: The change in the cutoff in the attack portion of the sound (A portion of A D S R) becomes faster the more forcefully the keys are pressed; the rate approaches that set for the Patch (p. 57) as the keys are played with less force. When the value set is -63 -1: The change in the cutoff in the attack portion of the sound (A portion of A D S R) becomes slower the more forcefully the keys are pressed. 2. Press [VALUE /] to select the value (-6363). When the value is set to 0, the sound is played according to the value set for the Patch, regardless of the velocity. The change in the sound in response to your playing dynamics increases the more the value is increased above or lowered below 0.
This changes the volume according to the keyboard touch. When the value set is 163: The volume increases the more forcefully the keys are pressed, approaching the volume set for the Patch (p. 59). When the value set is -63 -1: The volume decreases the more forcefully the keys are pressed. The volume is lowest when the keys are played with the most force. You can set the parameter only when the indicator to the left of the MIDI settings knob is blinking. 3. When you finish making settings, press [EXIT] to end the procedure. 4. To save the settings, press [WRITE] and carry out the write procedure (p. 63, p. 70, p. 73).

AMP ATTACK

This changes the attack time of the volume (A portion of A D S R) according to the keyboard touch. When the value set is 163: The time for the attack portion of the envelope becomes shorter the more forcefully the keys are pressed, yielding a sharper attack for the sound. The time approaches the length set for the Patch (p. 58) as the keys are played with less force. When the value set is -63 -1: The time of the attack portion of the envelope becomes longer as the keys are pressed with greater force.
Selecting SH-32 Sounds from an External MIDI Device
By transmitting Bank Select messages (MIDI controller number 0 and 32) and Program Change messages from the external MIDI device to the SH-32, you can select Patches, Rhythm Sets, or Performances. In other words, when you select sounds on an external MIDI device, the corresponding MIDI message will be transmitted to the SH-32, causing the SH-32 to select the appropriate Patch, etc. 1. Use a MIDI cable to connect the SH-32s MIDI IN connector to the MIDI OUT connector of the external MIDI device.
This changes the filters cutoff frequency according to the keyboard touch. When the value set is 163: The more forcefully the keys are played, the further above the value set for the Patch (p. 57) the cutoff frequency becomes. The cutoff frequency approaches the set value as the keys are played with less force. When the value set is -63 -1: The more forcefully the keys are played, the further below the value set for the Patch (p. 57) the cutoff frequency becomes. The cutoff frequency approaches the set value as the keys are played with less force.

This selects the function controlled by the foot switch connected to the FOOT SWITCH jack. You can connect two switches, SW 1 and SW 2. When using the DP-2 pedal switch (optional), you can use only the SW 1 function. When you connect two BOSS FS-5U foot switches (optional) with a PCS-31 splitter cable (optional), you can use both the SW 1 and SW 2 functions.

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Switches the Arpeggiator Arpeggio Styles. SW 1 (ARPEGGIO STYLE UP): Move forward by one Style number each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (ARPEGGIO STYLE DOWN): Back up by one Style number each time the pedal is pressed.
Switches the Arpeggiator Rhythm Styles. SW 1 (RHYTHM STYLE UP): Move forward by one Style number each time the pedal is pressed.
SW 2 (RHYTHM STYLE DOWN): Back up by one Style number each time the pedal is pressed.
SW 1 (TAP BPM): Sets the tempo value according to the timing at which the pedal is pressed (Tap Tempo Teach). SW 2 (ARPEGGIATOR ON/OFF): Arpeggiator is alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 SW 1 SW 1 (INS-FX ON/OFF): INS-FX (Insertion Effects) are alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed. * Set the FS-5Us Polarity switch as shown in the figure below. SW 2 (REV/DELAY ON/OFF): REV/DELAY (Reverb/Delay) is alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed.
You cannot turn this on and off in Part Assign mode.

Polarity switch

SW 1 (REV/DELAY ON/OFF): REV/DELAY (Reverb/Delay) is alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed. Always turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the foot switch from the FOOT SWITCH jack. If you plug in or pull out cords while the power is on, the unit may fail to operate as expected. Settings values: Switches the Patch, Rhythm Set, or Performance. SW 1 (PATCH/PERFORMANCE UP): Move forward by one tone number each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (PATCH/PERFORMANCE DOWN): Back up by one tone number each time the pedal is pressed. SW 1 (CHORD MEMORY ON/OFF): The Chord Memory function is alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (ARPEGGIATOR ON/OFF): Arpeggiator is alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (INS-FX ON/OFF): INS-FX (Insertion Effects) are alternately switched on or off each time the pedal is pressed.
Switches the Chord Forms in the Chord Memory function. SW 1 (CHORD FORM UP): Move forward by one Chord Form number each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (CHORD FORM DOWN): Back up by one Chord Form number each time the pedal is pressed.
You can determine whether or not Arpeggiator is played in the synth part or rhythm part in Performance mode. SW 1 (ARPEGGIO START/STOP): Alternately switches the playing or the arpeggio in the synth part on or off each time the pedal is pressed. SW 2 (RHYTHM START/STOP): Alternately switches the sounding of the rhythm part arpeggio (rhythm pattern) on or off each time the pedal is pressed.

This sets whether the MIDI OUT connector is assigned its normal transmission function (OFF), or functions as a THRU connector (On). When set to On, most MIDI messages received at the MIDI IN connector are retransmitted without change from the MIDI OUT connector. Settings values: (Off), (On)
The Low Boost function setting is a system setting. System settings are saved the moment the parameter values are changed. Thus, these settings are not lost when the power is turned off, even without the write procedure being carried out.
Note messages from the note-entry buttons are not output from the MIDI OUT connector if the Preview function is on while the MIDI THRU function is turned on.
Selecting the Status to Use When the Power is Turned On
This selects the status to which the SH-32 switches when the power is turned on (Power Up mode). 1. First, press the POWER switch on the rear panel to turn off the power. 2. While holding down [3/C], turn the power on again.

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3. Press [VALUE /] to switch the function to select the setting. (OFF): Related Control Changes are not transmitted or received. (MODE 1): MIDI messages, primarily System Exclusive messages, are transmitted and received. (MODE 2): MIDI messages, primarily Control Change messages, are transmitted and received. 4. When you have finished making the setting, turn the power off, then on again.
[3/C] blinks, and (Power up) appears in the display while [3/C] is held down. 3. Press [VALUE /] to switch the function to select the status to be used when you turn on the power. (Last set): Calls up the Patch or Performance selected at the time the power was last turned off. (Default): Always calls up Patch A11. 4. When you have finished making the setting, turn the power off, then on again.
The MIDI Transmission/Reception mode setting is a system setting. System settings are saved the moment the parameter values are changed. Thus, these settings are not lost when the power is turned off, even without the write procedure being carried out. In MODE 1, when System Exclusive message are being used to transmit and receive information, if a Control Change or other message is received, then that message is disregarded (exclusive messages are always received). For more detailed information about the MIDI messages transmitted and received in each mode, refer to MIDI Transmit/ Receive Setting List (p. 115).
The Power Up mode setting is a system setting. System settings are saved the moment the parameter values are changed. Thus, these settings are not lost when the power is turned off, even without the write procedure being carried out.

Parameter INTENSITY (Rate) COLOR (Wave Type)
Value 0.0510.00 Hz [tri], [SqU], [Sin], [SW1], [SW2]
Description Frequency of the change Selects the way the volume is modulated.
[tri]: triangle wave [SqU]: square wave [Sin]: sine wave [SW1/2]: sawtooth wave
Description Volume of the record noise Degrades the sound quality.
[LP], [EP], [SP], [rnd] 0, +6, +12, +18 dB

Type of record noise

The frequency at which the noise is heard depends on the selected type.
RATE (DEPTH) (Depth) LEVEL (EQ Gain)

0127 -15 +15

Depth to which the effect is applied +: High boost -: Low boost

Adjusts the output gain.

TREMOLO SYNC (Sync type)
Tremolo synchronized to the BPM. Rate, set with INTENSITY, changes according to the note length corresponding to the BPM setting.
Parameter INTENSITY (Rate) COLOR (Wave Type) RATE (DEPTH) (Depth) LEVEL (EQ Gain) Value note *1 (p. 112) * Same as TREMOLO Description Frequency of the change

SLICER

By applying successive cuts to the sound, this effect turns a conventional sound into a sound that appears to be played as a backing phrase. This is especially effective when applied to sustaintype sounds. Divides each cycle into eight parts.

fig.Slicer

Slicer
Parameter INTENSITY (Rate) COLOR (Pattern) RATE (DEPTH) (Shuffle)
Value 0.0510.0 Hz Description Repeat rate Slice pattern
Timing of volume changes in levels for even-numbered Beats
The higher the value, the later the beat progresses.

LEVEL (Attack)

Speed at which the volume changes between beats

AUTO PAN

Cyclically modulates the stereo location of the sound.
fig.AutoPan fig.FbkPchShift

FEEDBACK PITCH SHIFTER

This allows the pitch-shifted sound to be fed back into the effect. L in L out

Auto Pan Auto Pan

Value 0.0510.0 Hz
Description Frequency of the change Selects the way the positioning of the sound is changed.

Pitch Shifter

Balance W Feedback
Balance D Parameter INTENSITY (Pitch) COLOR (Pitch Mode) RATE (DEPTH) (Pre Delay) LEVEL (Feedback) Value 0127 [Fin], [Coa] 0350 ms -98 +98% Description Amount of pitch shift
[tri], [SqU], [Sin], [SW1], [SW2]
Smoothness of the change in pitch
[Fin]: Continuous, [Coa]: Semitone steps
Adjusts the time until the pitch shifted sound is heard. Adjusts the amount of the pitch-shifted sound thats fed back into the effect.
RATE (DEPTH) (Depth) LEVEL (EQ Gain) 0127 -15 +15

STEREO DELAY

This is a stereo delay.

SH-32 Synthesizer

Theres Nothing Virtual About This Synth.
The SH-32 Synthesizer is a nod to Rolands past with a look toward the future. This 4-part multitimbral synth uses new Wave Acceleration Synthesis to deliver up to 32 voices of fat synth waves and entirely new waveforms. Theres also a full complement of knobs and slidersplus analog-style drums, DSP effects and a killer arpeggiatorgiving musicians desktop access to a range of stunning synth sounds at an unbelievable low price.
*Actual product appearance may be subject to change without notice.
Powerful desktop synthesizer with massive realtime control New Wave Acceleration synthesis creates a variety of synth waves67 total Includes standard synth waves plus new waveforms like Spectrum and Noise Up to 32-note/4-part multitimbral operation
2 main oscillators and 2 suboscillators with ultra-thick Subsonic mode Pulse width modulation and oscillator hard sync capability* Insert and Loop effects processors with 10 types of reverb/delay and 35 multi-effects Programmable arpeggiator for creating synth lines or drum patterns
*Patches using oscillator sync will be monophonic.
-------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------Introducing Wave Acceleration Synthesis Programmable Arpeggiator
The SH-32 uses new Wave Acceleration Synthesis to overcome the limited polyphony and sounds of modeling-based synths. You get up to 32 voices, plus 67 waveform variations from traditional analog waves to entirely new waveforms like Spectrum and variable Noise. And when combined with the new Subsonic mode found in the suboscillator section, you can create everything from thick bass sounds to entirely new sounds not possible on traditional synthesizers. Theres even drum maps with samples taken from the TR-808/909 Rhythm Composers. The SH-32s arpeggiator offers a variety of Preset templates, but can also be fully programmed. When used in combination with the Chord Memory function, you can produce complex arpeggios just like the ones heard in modern techno styles including trance. And with so many front-panel controls, programming is still ultra-intuitive.
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Effects Processing

Once youve created a sound, you can process it through the SH-32s two independent effects processors. The Loop processor gives you 10 varieties of reverb/delay effects, while the Insert processor offers 35 multi-effects algorithms. These include everything from distortion, compressor and pitch shifter to proprietary Groove effects like Slicer, Lo-Fi and Isolator.
-------------------------------------------------------------An All-Purpose Performer
-------------------------------------------------------------Easy Knob and Slider Control
If you prefer creating sounds to using factory presets, youll love the SH-32. Like Rolands instruments of the past, this tabletop synth is covered with all the knobs, sliders and buttons you need for direct parameter access. And because there are no hidden menus, the SH-32s display consists of a simple, 3-digit LED.
With its affordable price and compact size, the SH-32 is a great way to add fat synth sounds to your music. Use it with your favorite sequencing software or keyboard workstation, giving you bold new sounds. And when paired up with a Groovebox, youve got a powerful desktop synth with cool, retro-style sequencing. So whether for live use or in the studio, the SH-32 will deliver the goods.

SH-32 Specifications

q Effects INS-FX (Insertion Effects): 35 types (STEREO EQ/EZ FILTER/ISOLATER/AUTO WAH/OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION 1/DISTORTION 2/STEREO COMPRESSOR/STEREO LIMITER/PHASER/ROTARY/HEXA-CHORUS/TREMOLO CHORUS/ SPACE-D/STEREO FLANGER/STEP FLANGER/STEP FLANGER SYNC/RING MODULATOR/LOFI/LOFI NOISE/SLICER/ SLICER SYNC/TREMOLO/TREMOLO SYNC/AUTO PAN/AUTO PAN SYNC/2-VOICE PITCH SHIFTER/FBK PITCH SHIFTER/STEREO DELAY/STEREO DELAY SYNC/LONG DELAY/LONG DELAY SYNC/RESONANCE DELAY/REVERB/ GATE REVERB) q REV/DELAY (Reverb/Delay): 10 types (REVERB ROOM/REVERB STAGE/REVERB HALL/STEREO DELAY/STEREO DELAY SYNC/LONG DELAY/LONG DELAY SYNC/PANNING DELAY/MODULATION DELAY/STEREO CHORUS) q System Low Boost: ON/OFF q Sound Generator 2x Oscillators (with Sub Oscillator, PWM,Oscillator Sync,or Ring Modulation), 1x Filter (LPF/BPF/HPF/PKG/OFF), 1x Amp, 2x LFO (7 forms) Note Patches using Oscillator Sync will
be monophonic.These patches can be used in one part at a time. Sub Oscillator, PWM, Oscillator Sync,and Ring Modulation cannot be used together in the same patch. q Parts 4 (or 3 +1 Rhythm) q Maximum Polyphony 32 voices q Wave Form 67 waves (7 categories)for main oscillators, 63 rhythm waves for rhythm sets q User Memory Patches: 128, Rhythm Sets: 2, Performances: 64 q Preset Memory Patches: 128, Rhythm Sets: 2 q Arpeggiator Style Programmable (Step Input/Realtime Input) Arpeggio Styles: 64,Rhythm Styles: 64,Tempo =20.0250.0 BPM q Chord Memory Chord forms: 64 q Display 8 segments, 3 characters (LED) q Connectors Output Jacks (L/MONO,R), MIDI Connectors (IN,OUT), Foot Switch Jack, Headphones Jack (Stereo), AC Adaptor Jack q Power Supply AC Adaptor (ACI series/PSB-1U) q Current Draw 1,000 mA q Dimensions 303 (W)x 228 (D)x 91.5 (H)mm/11-15/16 (W)x 9 (D)x 3-5/8 (H) inches q Weight 1.9 kg/4 lbs 4 oz q Accessories AC Adaptor (ACI Series/PSB-1U) * The specifications are subject to change without notice.