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Owner's Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS
BR-864 8-Track Digital Studio.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3)
• IMPORTANT NOTES (page 4–5)
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,
Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual
should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Printing Conventions in This Manual
• Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate buttons.
[PLAY]
PLAY button
REC button
[REC]
• Reference such as (p. **) indicate pages in this manual to which
you can refer.
Copyright © 2003 BOSS CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of BOSS CORPORATION.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS BR-864 8-Track Digital Studio. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: • USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3) • IMPORTANT NOTES (page 4–5) These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.

  • Page 2: Using The Unit Safely

    • 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” sheet.
  • Page 3 • Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” sheet.

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    • Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory or a memory card once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. • Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls;...
  • Page 5 BOSS FV-300L; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit. • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    USING THE UNIT SAFELY ... 2 IMPORTANT NOTES... 4 Introduction to the BR-864 ... 14 Features... 14 Memory cards supported by your BR-864 ... 16 How to remove the card protector ... 16 Panel Descriptions ... 17 Front Panel ... 17 Display ...
  • Page 7 Tapping to change the tempo of the arrangements or patterns ... 36 (6) Basic recording ... 37 Selecting the recording track ... 37 About the recording (REC) modes ... 37 Procedure ... 38 (7) Playing back recorded music... 39 Silencing the sound of specific tracks (Mute) ... 39 (8) Overdubbing (Recording an additional performance while listening to an existing performance) ...
  • Page 8 Contents Effect patches and banks ... 56 Editing insert effect settings ... 57 Saving insert effects settings (Write) ... 58 Changing how the insert effects are used according to the mode... 59 Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce) ... 60 Using the loop effects/Track EQ ... 62 Selecting the loop effect ...
  • Page 9 Organizing the songs you’ve recorded ... 83 Copying a Song (Song Copy) ... 83 Erasing songs (Song Erase)... 83 Saving memory on the memory card (Song Optimize) ... 84 Naming songs (Song Name)... 84 Protecting a song (Song Protect)... 85 Saving the current settings to the song ...
  • Page 10 Contents Copying patterns ... 103 Erasing patterns ... 103 About the drum kits ... 104 Performing the drums ... 104 Selecting drum kits... 104 Creating original drum kits (Tone Load) ... 105 Loading from the tracks ... 105 Copying drum sounds from other drum kits ... 107 Changing the position (pan) of the drum sounds ...
  • Page 11 Doubling... 119 Enhancer ... 119 Equalizer... 119 Flanger ... 120 Foot Volume... 120 Guitar Synth... 120 Harmonist ... 122 Lo-Fi Box... 122 Noise Suppressor ... 123 Octave ... 123 Phaser... 123 Pitch Shifter ... 123 Preamp... 124 Ring Modulator ... 124 Slow Attack ...
  • Page 12 Using MMC ... 144 Operating MMC-compatible devices with the BR-864... 144 Mixing the output from an external MIDI device with the output from your BR-864 (Audio Sub Mix)... 146 Initializing the BR-864’s settings ... 147 Initializing all the BR-864’s settings... 147 Initializing the system settings...
  • Page 13 With Windows ... 158 With Macintosh ... 159 Using the BR-532’s Data ... 159 Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) ... 161 With Windows ... 161 With Macintosh ... 162 Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-864 tracks (WAV/AIFF Import)... 164 With Windows ...

  • Page 14: Introduction To The Br-864

    Introduction to the BR-864 Features Simple operation The BR-864 is designed to be operated as easily as a cassette tape recorder, even by beginners. Whether you are simply preparing a demo tape, or are getting ready to go to master with your first album, the simple operation of the BR-864 allows you to create digital recordings the very day you take it out of the box.
  • Page 15 ”Registering time (Locator Function)” (p. 70) Equipped with chromatic tuner (A0 to B6 sound range) Your BR-864 is also equipped with a chromatic tuner so that you can tune your guitar or bass while it is still connected to the BR-864 (p. 137).

  • Page 16: Memory Cards Supported By Your Br-864

    BR-864 The BR-864 uses CompactFlash cards as the storage media for recording and playback. The BR-864 uses 32 MB to 1 GB CompactFlash cards with a 3.3 V power supply. CompactFlash Type II cards are not compatible. CompactFlash cards are available at your nearest computer or digital camera shop.

  • Page 17: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel 1. PEAK indicator This indicator shows how strong the input level is at the various input jacks (e.g., GUITAR/BASS and MIC). This indicator lights at a level -6 dB lower than where sound distortion occurs. Adjust the input sensitivity with the SENS knob so that this indicator lights only occasionally, at those moments when you play your guitar (or other instrument) at its loudest.

  • Page 18: Repeat Button

    16. AUDIO TRACK MIXER fader 1–4/5–8 For controlling the volumes of each track during playback. * Hereafter, the AUDIO TRACK MIXER faders shall be referred to as the “TRACK faders.” 17. MASTER fader Controls the overall volume of the BR-864.
  • Page 19 18. REC TRACK (Recording Track) buttons 1–4/5–8 Use these buttons to select to which track you will record. The button of the track selected will flash in red and then light in red when recording begins. When recording is finished, the button of the selected track will light alternately in orange and green.

  • Page 20: Cursor Buttons

    LINE OUT can be heard from the headphones. * The headphone volume is adjusted with the MASTER fader. 36. MIC (Internal microphone) This microphone can be used for recording with the BR-864. “Press the INPUT SELECT button of the instrument that you want record” (p. 31) “Turning off the internal microphone”...

  • Page 21: Display

    At the factory settings, one second is set to 30 frames (non- drop).This is one type of a specification known as MTC (MIDI Time Code), and when you use the BR-864 to play in synchronization with another MIDI device, you will need to set both devices to the same MTC type.

  • Page 22: Inserting Batteries

    This is the connector for connecting your computer to the BR- 864 with a USB cable. 9. POWER switch This is the power switch. It turns the power of the BR-864 on/off. 10. DC IN (AC Adaptor) jack Connect the AC adaptor (PSA-series; optional) to this jack.

  • Page 23: Quick Start

    Quick Quick Start Start...

  • Page 24: Listening To The Demo Songs

    AC Adaptor (PSA series) Foot Switch (FS-5U etc.) Expression Pedal (Roland EV-5 etc.) To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

  • Page 25: Turn On The Br-864

    Is the volume on the BR-864 and all other devices completely lowered? Is the memory card inserted? * The BR-864 is shipped with a memory card already inserted in the slot. Listening to the demo songs 2. Lower the MASTER fader on the BR-864.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Display Contrast

    Listening to the demo songs Adjusting the Display Contrast Depending on where the BR-864 is situated, the display contents may be difficult to read. If this is the case, perform the procedure given below to adjust the contrast (1 to 32).

  • Page 27: Playing Back A Song

    © 2003, BOSS Corporation 4. Press [ENTER]. If you have changed the recording or editing Since the BR-864 automatically updates the recorded data and operation content if the recording or editing have been changed, you do not need to perform any special operations for saving.

  • Page 28: Turning Off The Power

    1. Make sure that playback of the song is stopped. Always make sure that the recorder is stopped before turning off the power to the BR-864. Turning off the power while recording or playback is in progress may result in the deletion of (song) data, mixer settings, and/ or effect patch data.

  • Page 29: Recording/Playing Back A Song

    Inserting the memory card Before inserting the memory card (CompactFlash), be sure to first turn off the BR-864. If a memory card is inserted when the power is turned on, the data in the memory card may be destroyed, or the memory card may become unusable.

  • Page 30: Select The Song To Record

    Recording a new song About data types When you record a new song, the BR-864 allows you to set the data type. This enables you to select the combination of audio quality and recording time that is most suitable for the material you are recording.

  • Page 31: Connecting Instruments

    “Type” appears in the display. fig.00-406d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the desired data type. * The BR-864 uses a sample rate of 44.1 kHz. It is not possible to change the sample rate. 4. Press [ENTER]. “Are you sure?” appears.

  • Page 32: Turning Off The Internal Microphone

    MIC jack and the internal microphone simultaneously. * Your BR-864 is shipped with its internal microphone turned on. When not using the internal microphone, be sure to turn it off (see next section).

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Input Level

    Below is an explanation of the operations related to the insert effects. What is an insert effect? An effect added directly to a specific signal (with the BR-864, this refers to the instrumental sounds from an INPUT jack) is called an “insert effect.” The effect pedals that a guitarist connects between his guitar and amp are a type of insert effect.

  • Page 34: Recording Without Insert Effects

    This is convenient when you have created a patch for a specific recorded performance, and would like to store that patch together with the song. fig.00-415 BR-864 Preset User Patch Patch 3. Press CURSOR [...

  • Page 35: Using The Rhythm Guide

    (5) Using the rhythm guide What is the Rhythm Guide? When you record, it is convenient to use the built-in rhythm guide. The “rhythm guide” is a dedicated rhythm track that can not only play back rhythm sounds as a guide during recording, you can also use it to play internal rhythm patterns and original user-created rhythm patterns and to play and record these patterns as your own rhythm part performances.

  • Page 36: Changing Patterns

    Song Arrangements (S) Song arrangements can be written; however, the data for song arrangements are stored along with the song data to the memory card. fig.00-420 BR-864 Preset Arrangement 3. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen. Changing patterns 1.

  • Page 37: Basic Recording

    1 to 8 to be the track to which to record. About the recording (REC) modes Recording on the BR-864 is separated into three main modes. Use whichever mode is suitable in the course of bringing your song to completion.

  • Page 38: Procedure

    1. Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until “INPUT” is indicated for REC MODE at the left of the screen. fig.00-428d 2. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.00-429 3. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC TRACK buttons stop flashing in red and instead light solidly, and recording starts.

  • Page 39: Playing Back Recorded Music

    (7) Playing back recorded music 1. Press [ZERO] to move to the time location 00:00:00-00.0. fig.00-431 2. Press [PLAY]. Use the TRACK faders to adjust the volume separately for each track. Fader position display When you hold down [TRACK], the current positions of the TRACK faders (1–8) are shown in the display.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Sound For Each Track

    3. Adjust the faders so the tracks being played back are at a suitable level. 4. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. 5. Press [PLAY]. The [REC] and REC TRACK button indicators change from flashing in red to being continually lit and recording begins.

  • Page 41: Adding Width To The Sound (Loop Effect)

    [EQ] (or [EXIT]) to return to the Play screen. Adding width to the sound (Loop Effect) The BR-864 features chorus, delay, and doubling (any one of these three can be selected at any one time) as loop effects, and includes reverb as well. Effective use of these allows you to add greater breadth to the sound.

  • Page 42: Bounce (Putting Multiple Tracks Together)

    3. Press [ENTER]. Return to the Play screen. fig.00-445d 4. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.00-446 Send Level screen (Putting multiple tracks together) V-Tracks with recorded data.

  • Page 43: Mastering

    If, after you’ve finished bouncing tracks, the BR-864 then automatically switches to an empty V-track in order to set up a recording-destination track other than the one to which sounds have been bounced.

  • Page 44: Turning Off The Power

    “Turning off the power” (p. 28). ( 13 ) Removing the memory card Before you turn off the BR-864, make sure to first stop any recording. If the BR-864 is turned off during playback/recording where the memory card is being accessed, the recorded data, mixer settings, and effect patch data may be lost.

  • Page 45: Section 1 Recording

    Section 1 Section 1 Recording Recording...

  • Page 46: Recording

    Recording Selecting the recording track 1. Press [TRACK] to switch between Tracks 1–4 and Tracks 5–8. The [TRACK] indicator is lit when Tracks 5–8 are selected. fig.01-100 2. Press either [1/5]–[4/8] at REC TRACK to select the recording track. If the button flashes in red, that track is ready for recording.

  • Page 47: Changing V-Tracks

    V-Tracks for recording or playback. Therefore, by making use of the many V-Tracks, you can use the BR-864 just as if it were a 64-track multitrack recorder. This allows a wide range of uses, such as recording one take of a guitar solo or vocal, and then recording another take without having to erase the first one.

  • Page 48: Recording Operations

    Recording Operations 1. Press [REC MODE] repeatedly until “INPUT” is indicated for REC MODE at the left of the screen. fig.01-109d 2. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.01-110 Flash 3. Press [PLAY].

  • Page 49: Repeating Playback (Repeat)

    Repeating Playback (Repeat) By using the “Repeat function” you can repeatedly play back a specified part. Repeating playback allows you to check the mixing balance or perform loop recordings (p. 54) with the punch in/out functions. The position in the song where [REPEAT] is pressed first becomes repeat start point (A), and the position where it is pressed a second time becomes repeat end point (B).

  • Page 50: Setting The Repeat Portion With Accurate Timing

    Repeating Playback (Repeat) Setting the repeat portion with accurate timing Normally, the repeat start and end points are registered at the exact position where [REPEAT] is pressed. This may make it difficult for you to set the repeat portion exactly as you desire.

  • Page 51: Re-Recording Only A Mistake (Punch-In/Out)

    When you are playing an instrument and performing the recording by yourself, it may be difficult to punch in or out using the button on the BR-864. If this is the case, you can use a separately sold foot-switch (BOSS FS-5U, Roland DP-2, etc.) and use your feet to punch in and out.

  • Page 52: Manually Punching In And Out Using A Foot Switch

    When you are using a foot switch (BOSS FS-5U, Roland DP-2, etc.) to punch in and out, connect the foot switch to the FOOT SW jack on the BR-864 and change the function of the FOOT SW jack by following the procedure given below.

  • Page 53: Erasing A Registered Auto Punch In/Out Location

    The indicator lights up, showing that the auto punch in and out have been set. Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) 6. Press [REC] to place the BR-864 in recording standby and then press [PLAY]. Recording automatically starts at the auto punch-in location, so start playing what you want to record.

  • Page 54: Repeatedly Recording Over The Same Location (Loop Recording)

    Re-recording only a mistake (Punch-in/out) Repeatedly Recording Over the Same Location (Loop Recording) The repeat function (p. 49) allows you to play a certain portion of a song (the loop portion) over and over again. If you used auto punch in/out together with the repeat function, the portion will be repeated so the result of the recording can be heard right away.

  • Page 55: Canceling An Operation (Undo/Redo)

    Canceling an Operation (Undo/Redo) Occasionally when the recording you make may not turn out as you wish, or the settings you make for an editing operation are incorrect, and you want to reverse what you have done. At these times, you can use the “Undo function.” The Undo function reverses the action you have just performed and returns you to the status you were in beforehand.

  • Page 56: Using The Insert Effects

    The effects used by insert effects and the parameters of each effect are changed by calling up “effect patches.” Your BR-864 comes equipped with a number of preset effect patches for use with vocals and instruments. These are grouped according to different input sources and each group is called a “bank.”...

  • Page 57: Editing Insert Effect Settings

    Editing insert effect settings If you wish to create a new effect sound, you should first select an existing patch that is closest to the sound you want, and then edit its settings. If you wish to save the effect settings that you edited, save them as a user patch or song patch.

  • Page 58: Saving Insert Effects Settings (Write)

    Using the insert effects Edited effect settings are temporary. If you exit the Edit Effect screen without saving the effect patch you changed, “TMP” appears next to the indication of the bank. Be aware that if you select a new effect patch while “TMP”...

  • Page 59: Changing How The Insert Effects Are Used According To The Mode

    (wet) sound to be recorded and monitored. However, sometimes you want to change the connection order. On the BR-864, you can accommodate a wide variety of situations by changing the point to which the insert effects are connected. Follow the procedure below to change where insert effects are connected.

  • Page 60: Putting Multiple Tracks Together (Bounce)

    Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce) Although the BR-864 allows the simultaneous playback of eight tracks, when you run out of tracks, the BR-864 also lets you copy the recordings of multiple tracks together onto one track (V-Track). This is called “bounce” (also known as bounce recording or ping-pong recording).
  • Page 61 fig.01-603d 6. Press [ENTER] to confirm the screen for specifying the recording-destination track. Return to the Play screen. The REC TRACK button for the track selected as the recording destination flashes in red. If the selected recording destination track already has data recorded to it, the REC TRACK button for that selected recording destination track alternately lights up in orange and green.

  • Page 62: Using The Loop Effects/Track Eq

    Using the loop effects/Track EQ Here is an explanation of how to change the various parameters for the loop effects (chorus/delay/doubling/ reverb). For an explanation of loop effects, refer to “Loop Effect Parameter Functions” (p. 131). Loop effects do not have “patches.” Loop effect settings are saved along with the song data.

  • Page 63: Adjusting How The Loop Effect Is Applied

    Adjusting how the loop effect is applied The following explains how you can alter the volume of the signals sent by each track to the loop effects (the send level), and control the degree to which the loop effects are applied. 1.

  • Page 64: Setting The Track Eq

    Using the loop effects/Track EQ Setting the Track EQ This section explains how to edit the Track EQ settings (parameters). For a fuller description of Track EQ, refer to “Track EQ Parameter Functions” (p. 133). Track EQ do not have “patches.” Loop effect settings are saved along with the song data.

  • Page 65: Mastering

    * The Mastering Tool Kit features 19 pre-programmed “Preset Patches” (P01–P19), 19 rewritable “User Patches” (U01–U19), and 19 “Song Patches,” which are stored individually for each song (S01–S19). fig.01-800 BR-864 Preset User Patch Patch “Mastering Tool Kit Patch List” (separate sheet)

  • Page 66: Editing The Mastering Tool Kit Settings

    Mastering Tool Kit bank and number. “Mastering Tool Kit Patch List” (separate sheet) 8. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen. 9. Press [REC]. [REC] flashes in red and the BR-864 enters the recording standby state. fig.01-804 Flash 10.

  • Page 67: Saving The Mastering Tool Kit Settings (Write)

    4. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to each effect and turn the TIME/VALUE dial to turn each effect on or off. Blocks that are turned on are shown in uppercase letters, while blocks that are turned off are shown in lowercase letters.

  • Page 68: Displaying The Song Information

    * During updating, “Keep power on!” appears in the upper line of the display, while the lower line shows what is being processed. * When [REC] is pressed in the Play screen, putting the BR-864 into record standby ([REC] flashes), the remaining recording time is displayed in the TIME area.

  • Page 69: Section 2 Editing

    Section 2 Section 2 Editing Editing...

  • Page 70: Registering Time (Locator Function)

    Registering time (Locator Function) Using the locator function, you can register any desired time in a song as a “locator point” so that you can jump to that point later with just the press of a button. This function is quite useful during editing. Registering a locator point 1.

  • Page 71: Search For The Music's Start And End (Scrub/Preview)

    To enable you to find these points accurately, the BR-864 is equipped with the Scrub Function. When you use the Scrub Function during playback (called “scrubbing”), the portion from your before or after the...

  • Page 72: Changing The Scrub Points

    Search for the music’s start and end (Scrub/Preview) Changing the scrub points Besides switching the scrub point in the Play screen (p. 71), you can also use the following method to switch the scrub point. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “SCR,”...

  • Page 73: Editing The Performance On A Track (Track Editing)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) The BR-864 allows you to edit your songs by performing editing functions such as copying and moving data recorded on the tracks. About the Measure/Time Specification screen Measures and time are specified in the “S” (Start), “E”...

  • Page 74: Copying By Specifying The Time (Tme/Mes)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-306d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6.

  • Page 75: Copying A Complete Track (All)

    fig.02-319d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-314d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S” (Start) of data you want to copy.

  • Page 76: Moving Data (Track Move)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-319d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “ALL” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-320d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to copy from, and track/V- Track to copy to. 6.

  • Page 77: Moving By Specifying The Time (Tme/Mes)

    3. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “MOV,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-324d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-325d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to.

  • Page 78: Moving A Complete Track (All)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-331d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-332d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S”...

  • Page 79: Erasing Data (Track Erase)

    5. Press CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to move from, and track/V- Track to move to. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-338d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the time of the beginning of the location “T” (To) where you want the data to be moved.

  • Page 80: Erasing By Specifying The Time (Tme/Mes)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) fig.02-341d 4. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select “AB” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-342d 5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to erase from. 6. When you are ready to execute the erasure, press [ENTER]. The display will ask “Are you sure?,”...

  • Page 81: Erasing A Complete Track (All)

    5. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the track/V-Track to erase from. 6. Press [ENTER]. fig.02-347d 7. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the beginning of the portion “S” (Start) of data you want to erase. 8.

  • Page 82: Exchanging Data (Track Exchange)

    Editing the performance on a track (Track Editing) Exchanging data (Track Exchange) Perform the procedure given below to exchange the data between two tracks. Example: exchanging all the data on track 1 with all the data on track 2 fig.02-352 Track 1 Track 2 Track 1...

  • Page 83: Organizing The Songs You've Recorded

    Organizing the songs you’ve recorded Copying a Song (Song Copy) Follow the procedure below to copy the currently selected song. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “EDT,” and press [ENTER]. fig.02-401d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “CPY,”...

  • Page 84: Saving Memory On The Memory Card (Song Optimize)

    Naming songs (Song Name) When a new song is created, it is automatically given a name such as “SONG 0001.” With your BR-864, you can use “Song Name” to give each song a name, which helps you manage and organize your songs.

  • Page 85: Protecting A Song (Song Protect)

    Saving the current settings to the song The BR-864 can save the following contents as song data. • Recorded data • Mixer settings (Pan, Track EQ, etc.) • Insert Effect song patches • Mastering Tool Kit song patches •...

  • Page 86: Creating A Master Tape

    Cassette tape Recorder 2. Put the cassette tape recorder in record mode. 3. Press [PLAY] on the BR-864 and start the playback of the recorded data. Recording to a digital recorder (digital connection) 1. Connect the BR-864’s DIGITAL OUT connector to the digital recorder's input connector.
  • Page 87 CD player. If you are using this type of DAT recorder, it will not be possible to record the digital output of the BR-864 on a DAT recorder if “Copy Prtct” is turned “ON.” In this case, you will need to turn off the “Copy Prtct”...
  • Page 88 MEMO...

  • Page 89: Section 3 Using The Rhythm Guide

    Section 3 Section 3 Using the Rhythm Guide Using the Rhythm Guide...

  • Page 90: About The Rhythm Guide

    Types of patterns Preset patterns (P001–P327) These are internal patterns stored in the BR-864 that have already been prepared for use. There are 327 patterns categorized by musical genre, such as “rock” and “jazz.” * You cannot change and overwrite Preset pattern data.

  • Page 91: Switching The Rhythm Guide Mode

    Switching the Rhythm Guide mode The Rhythm Guide mode switches each time [ARRANGE/ PATTERN/OFF] is pressed. [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF]: Lit (Arrangement Mode) Performance and programming of arrangements is enabled. Press [PLAY] to start the performance of the arrangement. * You cannot play back or record during programming. [ARRANGE/PATTREN/OFF]: Flashing (Pattern Mode) Performance and programming of patterns is enabled.

  • Page 92: Selecting Patterns

    About the Rhythm Guide Selecting patterns This selects the pattern to be played with the Rhythm Guide. 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. fig.03-203d P: Preset / S: Song Number Pattern Name 2. Select a pattern. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the Preset/Song and number.

  • Page 93: Creating Original Arrangements

    Creating original arrangements You can create arrangements (Song arrangements) of up to 999 measures. 1. Make sure performance of the song is stopped, then press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is lit. fig.03-301d 2. Press [PROGRAM]. fig.03-302d 3. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “EDIT,” and press [ENTER].

  • Page 94: Inserting A Step

    Creating original arrangements Inserting a step Perform the procedure below to insert a new step into the location of the present step. fig.03-305 Verse Insert Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Intro Verse Fill Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Intro Verse Verse...

  • Page 95: Copying Arrangements

    * Press [ENTER] to switch between uppercase and lowercase. 4. Press [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. * During updating, “Keep power on!” appears in the upper line of the display, while the lower line shows what is being processed.

  • Page 96: Creating Original Patterns

    Creating original patterns When creating a rhythm arrangement by stringing together rhythm patterns, there may be times when you do not find anything suitable among the preset rhythm patterns, or when you want to get a rhythm pattern that sounds exactly the way you want.
  • Page 97 fig.03-403d Measure Time Signature Quantize 4. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to set the measure, beat, and click from which to start recording of the pattern. Measure This sets the number of measures in the pattern to be recorded. Valid Settings: 1–999 Tempo When recording, this sets the tempo for confirming the...

  • Page 98: Rehearsing Recordings

    “REAL” appears in REC MODE at the left of the screen. The Recording Standby screen appears. fig.03-408d 4. Press CURSOR [ ] repeatedly to move the cursor to “RHR,” and press [ENTER]. The BR-864 is put into Rehearsal mode. fig.03-409d...

  • Page 99: Deleting Unneeded Drum Sounds

    5. Rehearse the performance by pressing the REC TRACK [1/5]–[4/8], [V-TRACK] and [TAP]. You can switch the UPPER and LOWER drum sounds by pressing [RHYTHM PAD]. * At this point, adjust Fader 1 to confirm the velocity status. 6. When you have finished rehearsing, move the cursor to “STOP”...

  • Page 100: Creating Patterns In Step Recording

    Creating original patterns Creating patterns in Step Recording 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. fig.03-415d 2. Press [PROGRAM]. fig.03-416d 3. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “STEP,” and press [ENTER]. “STEP” appears in REC MODE at the left of the screen. The recording standby screen appears in the display.
  • Page 101 7. Set the velocity (how “hard” the note is played) for the sounds to be input from the current point by adjusting Fader 1. fig.03-423d Velocity 8. Input the drum sound. There are two ways to input drum sounds. (Method 1) Inputting with the REC TRACK buttons Use REC TRACK [1/5]–[4/8], [V-TRACK] and [TAP] to input the drum sounds.

  • Page 102: Changing The Velocity

    Creating original patterns You can press [REC MODE] during Step Recording to switch to Realtime Recording. 9. Set the tempo and Quantize values as needed. 10. Repeat Steps 6–9 as needed. * Press [PLAY] to listen to the recording pattern. 11.

  • Page 103: Copying Patterns

    Copying patterns 1. Press [ARRANGE/PATTERN/OFF] repeatedly until the indicator is flashing. 2. Press [CURSOR] to move the cursor to “COPY,” and press [ENTER]. The Pattern Copy screen appears. fig.03-429d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the copy- destination arrangement. S001–S100: Song Pattern 1–100 4.

  • Page 104: About The Drum Kits

    About the drum kits A drum kit is a variety of rhythm instrument sounds collected in a single set; the BR-864 includes nine internal “preset drum kits.” In addition, you can also put together an additional five original “song drum kits.”...

  • Page 105: Creating Original Drum Kits (Tone Load)

    ROCK 2... STD 2 Creating original drum kits (Tone Load) With the BR-864, you can create original drum kits not only with the internal drum sounds, but by loading drum sounds from external sources as well. There are three ways to load drum tones.
  • Page 106 About the drum kits Start Point (“S”) Specify the measure or location to be used as the start point for loading the drum sounds. fig.03-508d Measure Beat Hours Minutes Seconds End Point (“E”) Specify the measure or location to be used as the end point for loading the drum sounds.

  • Page 107: Copying Drum Sounds From Other Drum Kits

    Copying drum sounds from other drum kits 1. Press [TONE LOAD]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “COPY,” and press [ENTER]. fig.03-519d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the copy- destination drum kit, then press [ENTER]. P1–9: Preset Drum Kit 1–9 S1–5:...

  • Page 108: Changing The Position (Pan) Of The Drum Sounds

    About the drum kits Erasing drum sounds 1. Press [TONE LOAD]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “ERASE,” and press [ENTER]. fig.03-523d 3. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the erase drum kit, then press [ENTER]. S1–5: Song Drum Kit 1–5 fig.03-524d...

  • Page 109: Section 4 Effects

    Section 4 Section 4 Effects Effects...

  • Page 110: Insert Effect Parameter Functions

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The Effect Settings screen appears. fig.04-101d P: Preset / S: Song / U: User Algorithm Bank Number Name 2. Select an effect patch. Use CURSOR [ ] and the TIME/VALUE dial to select the bank, Preset/Song/User, and patch number.

  • Page 111: Algorithm List

    Algorithm List The algorithms (the available effects and their connection order) that can be used as an insert effect are shown below. The algorithms that can be selected will differ for each bank. To select the algorithm that you wish to use, first select the effect bank that includes that algorithm, and then refer to the “Effect Patch List”...

  • Page 112: Bass Sim

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions 3. BASS SIM Simulates the sound of a bass guitar. Obtain the sound of a bass guitar while playing an electric guitar. * You should avoid playing chords when using the Bass Simulator. fig.04-108 –[ BSIM ]–[ COMP/DEF ]–[ NS ]–[ FV ]–[ MOD ]= Bass Simulator Compressor/Defretter - Compressor...

  • Page 113: Bass Multi

    7. BASS MULTI This is a multi-effect designed for bass guitar. Appropriate for creating standard bass sound. fig.04-112 –[ COMP/DEF ]–[ OCT ]–[ ENH ]–[ EQ/WAH ] –[ NS ]–[ FV ]–[ MOD ]=[ DLY ]= Compressor/Defretter - Compressor - Defretter Octave Enhancer 4Band Equalizer/Wah...

  • Page 114: Bank: Mic

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions BANK: MIC 10. VOCAL MULTI This is a multi-effect designed for vocals. It provides the basic effects needed for vocals. fig.04-115 –[ COMP ]–[ DES ]–[ ENH ]–[ EQ ] –[ NS ]–[ FV ]–[ MOD ]=[ DLY ]= Compressor De-esser Enhancer...

  • Page 115: Bank: Line

    BANK: LINE 13. STEREO MULTI This algorithm connects seven types of effect, all in full stereo. fig.04-118 =[ COMP ]=[ RNG ]=[ EQ/WAH ] [ NS ]=[ FV ]=[ MOD ]=[ DLY ]= Compressor Ring Modulator 4Band Equalizer/Wah - 4Band Equalizer - Wah Noise Suppressor Foot Volume...

  • Page 116: Vo+Ac.sim

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions 16. VO+AC.SIM This algorithm is for use when simultaneously recording a vocal and electric guitar. For the guitar, you can make the electric guitar sound like an acoustic guitar. (GUITAR) fig.04-123 –[ ASIM ]–[ COMP ]–[ NS ]–[ DLY ]– (MIC) fig.04-122 –[ COMP ]–[ EQ ]–[ NS ]–[ DLY ]–...

  • Page 117: Parameter List

    The trademarks listed in this document are trademarks of their respective owners, which are separate companies from BOSS. Those companies are not affiliated with BOSS and have not licensed or authorized BOSS’s BR-864. Their marks are used solely to identify the equipment whose sound is simulated by BOSS’s BR-864.

  • Page 118: Compressor

    (threshold). You can get the same effect achieved with the compressor by setting the threshold at a low value. The BR-864 uses COSM technology to model four types of compressor/limiter in which the compressor and limiter functions are combined.

  • Page 119: Delay

    Depth This controls the ratio of harmonics. Increasing the value will increase the harmonic content and therefore will create a more unusual sound. Level Adjusts the volume of the defretter sound. Delay This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound.

  • Page 120: Flanger

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions Hi-M F This parameter sets the central frequency for the high-midrange equalizer. Hi-M Q This parameter sets the range of change in gain for the frequency set by “Hi-M F.” A larger value results in a narrower range of change. Hi Gain This parameter sets the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the treble equalizer.
  • Page 121 Chromatic (with SQUARE, SAW) This switches on or off the chromatic function. When it is on, the pitch change of the synthesizer sound is in semitone steps. This does not respond to pitch changes less than a semitone, such as what might be obtained with bending or vibrato.

  • Page 122: Harmonist

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions Harmonist “Harmonist” is the amount of shifting is adjusted according to an analysis of the guitar input, allowing you to create harmonics based on diatonic scales. * This effect can be used when the MODULATION “Type” parameter is set to “HARMONIST.”...

  • Page 123: Noise Suppressor

    Modify Fil This is a filter featuring a wide range of possible settings (modifiable filter). Select different types to get a variety of different filter effects. OFF: The modify filter will not be used. LPF: The effect will function as a low pass filter. BPF: The effect will function as a band pass filter.

  • Page 124: Preamp

    With “COSM GTR AMP,” “COSM COMP GTR,” or “VO+GT AMP” algorithms JC-120 The sound of the Roland “JC-120,” a favorite of pro musicians around the world. CLEAN The sound of a conventional built-in tube amp.

  • Page 125: Slow Attack

    Adjust the volume of the slow attack sound. Speaker Simulator This simulates the characteristics of various types of speakers. When the output of the BR-864 is connected directly to a mixer, etc., this can be used to create the sound of your favorite speakers system. On/Off This parameter turns the speaker simulator effect on/off.

  • Page 126: Voice Transformer

    Insert Effect Parameter Functions Voice Transformer This controls the formants, allowing a variety of voice characters to be created. This adds two voice characters with differing formants to the direct sound. On/Off This parameter turns the voice transformer effect on/off. Formant1 Adjust the formant of the voice character 1.

  • Page 127: Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions

    Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Carry out Steps 1–6 from p. 65, and switch to Mastering mode. The Mastering Tool Kit selection screen appears. fig.04-201d P: Preset / S: Song / U: User Algorithm Bank Number Patch Name Name 2.

  • Page 128: Parameter List

    Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Parameter List Equalizer On/Off This parameter turns the equalizer effect on/off. Input Gain Sets the overall volume before passing through the equalizer. Low Type Sets the equalizer type (shelving, peaking) for the lower range. Low Gain Sets the amount of boost or cut in the lower range.

  • Page 129: Expander

    Expander This expands the dynamic range at a fixed ratio. On/Off This setting turns the expander on/off. Lo Thres This sets the volume level at which the lower-range expander goes into effect. Lo Ratio This sets the ratio of increase in output of the lower range when the input level falls below the Lo threshold level.

  • Page 130: Mixer

    Mastering Tool Kit Parameter Functions Mixer Adjusts the volume of each frequency band. Lo Level Sets the volume level of the lower range after the signal passes through the expander and compressor. Mid Level Sets the volume level of the midrange after the signal passes through the expander and compressor.

  • Page 131: Loop Effect Parameter Functions

    Loop Effect Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [LOOP EFFECTS]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “CHO/ DLY” or “REV,” and press [ENTER]. fig.01-701d 3. Press CURSOR [ ] until “FX Type” or “Type” is displayed, then turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the loop effect.

  • Page 132: Parameter List

    Loop Effect Parameter Functions Parameter List CHORUS/DELAY/DBLN (Doubling) This selects the chorus, delay, or doubling effect. FX Type This sets the type of the effect. CHORUS: A sound with a subtly shifted pitch is added to the direct sound, making the final output sound thicker and broader. DELAY: This creates a thicker sound by applying a delayed sound to the direct sound.

  • Page 133: Track Eq Parameter Functions

    Track EQ Parameter Functions Setting Procedure 1. Press [EQ]. 2. Use [CURSOR] and the TIME/VALUE dial to set the EQ On/Off for each track. * Pressing a REC TRACK button moves the cursor to the track corresponding to the button pressed. fig.04-401d 3.
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  • Page 135: Section 5 Other Convenient Functions

    Section 5 Section 5 Other Convenient Functions Other Convenient Functions...

  • Page 136: Using A Foot Switch Or Expression Pedal

    Using a foot switch or expression pedal You can connect an optional foot switch (such as the BOSS FS-5U or Roland DP-2) or expression pedal (such as the Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-300L) to the FOOT SW/EXP PEDAL jack on the rear panel, allowing you to use your foot to control a number of functions.

  • Page 137: Tuning An Instrument (Tuner)

    Explanation of the indications that appear while tuning When the built-in tuner of the BR-864 is used, the reference pitch is shown in the upper left of the display, and the note name in the right. The lower part will display a tuning guide to indicate the difference between the input sound and the displayed note.

  • Page 138: Tuning

    (e.g., piano). On the BR-864, you can set the reference pitch of the tuner to any value between 435 and 445 * This was set to 440 Hz when the unit was shipped from the mark.

  • Page 139: Copying Difficult Songs (Phrase Trainer)

    * The Rhythm Guide does not sound when Phrase Trainer is on. 1. Record the song you want to copy onto tracks 3 and 4. For how to record with the BR-864, refer to “Basic Recording” (p. 37). 2. Repeat the portion of the song that you want to copy.
  • Page 140 Copying difficult songs (Phrase Trainer) 3. To emphasize the bass sound, press CURSOR [ ] to select “Low Boost,” and turn the TIME/VALUE dial and adjust the value so that the bass sound is more easily heard. fig.05-303d 4. Press CURSOR [ ] to select “C.Adjust,”...

  • Page 141: Synchronizing With Midi Devices

    When you wish to connect two MIDI devices, you should compare their charts to see which types of MIDI message can be conveyed between them. * For more details about MIDI of the BR-864, please refer to “MIDI Implementation” (p. 185). Using the rhythm guide to play...

  • Page 142: Synchronizing Playback With A Midi Sequencer

    * For details on operation of your MIDI sequencer, refer to the Synchronized playback with the BR-864 as the master Follow the procedure given below to synchronize the MIDI sequencer using the BR-864. 1. Use a MIDI cable to connect the BR-864 and your MIDI (31) fig.05-404 (33) (34)
  • Page 143 MIDI sequencer using the external MIDI clock. 8. Get the MIDI song data ready for playback. When the BR-864 begins playing, the MIDI sequencer will also begin playing in sync with it. What are drop and non-drop formats? There are two types of format used by NTSC video cassette recorders, non-drop and drop.

  • Page 144: Setting The Mtc Offset

    MIDI System Exclusive messages to remotely control multiple recording devices from one device. Your BR- 864 supports the MMC protocol. By using MMC, your BR-864 can send commands such as PLAY, STOP, and FF to connected MIDI devices to operate them.
  • Page 145 TIME/VALUE dial to set the MMC mode. fig.05-411d OFF: MMC will not be transmitted. MASTER: MMC information is sent. The BR-864 becomes the master of the external MIDI instrument. * For details on the MMC functionality supported by the BR- 864, read “MIDI Implementation” (p. 185).

  • Page 146: Mixing The Output From An External Midi Device With The Output From Your Br-864 (Audio Sub Mix)

    BR-864 internally, within the BR-864 so you won’t need an external mixer. Also, since you can output the signal from the MIDI device without having to first record it to a track on the BR-864, you can use the BR-864 tracks more effectively. fig.05-501...

  • Page 147: Initializing The Br-864'S Settings

    Initializing the BR-864’s settings Initializing all the BR-864’s settings The following settings are initialized together at one time. • System Settings • Effects (User Patches/Song Patches) • Rhythm Guide (Arrangements/Patterns/Drum Kits) 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “INI,”...

  • Page 148: Initializing The Effect Settings

    Initializing the BR-864’s settings Initializing the effect settings Follow the procedure below to initialize the user effect patch or song effect patch. A list of the initial settings for each parameter is given in the “Parameter List” (p. 178). 1. Press [UTILITY].

  • Page 149: Initializing The Memory Card

    Be aware that when initialized, any existing data on the card will be erased. * If you initialize the memory card supplied with the BR-864, the demo songs on the card will be lost. Before you insert or remove a memory card, always turn off the BR-864 first.If a memory card is inserted when the power...

  • Page 150: Conserving Battery Power (Power Save)

    When the power save function is activated, if no button, or TIME/VALUE dial on the BR-864 is used for a certain amount of time, the BR-864 will enter the standby state and turn off the display backlight and button indicators.

  • Page 151: Utility Parameter List

    Utility parameter list Utilities include the following: • “System parameters” for setting functions affecting the entire BR-864 • “Sync parameters” for setting synchronized performance functions • “Scrub parameters” for setting scrub functions • “Insert mode” for setting effect functions About the System parameters This section describes the System parameters.

  • Page 152: About The Scrub Parameters

    Sets the time required to align the song playback and MTC timing when synchronizing an external device using MTC from the BR-864. The offset is set as the difference between the “time to which to align the MTC timing” and the “time to which to align the song timing.”...

  • Page 153: About The Effects Insert Mode

    About the effects Insert mode This section describes Insert mode. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ] to move the cursor to “SYS,” and press [ENTER]. 3. Make the setting with the TIME/VALUE dial. Insert Mode Valid Settings: INPUT<NORMAL>, INPUT<REC DRY>, TRACK 1–8, TRACK 1&2–7&8, RHYTHM, MASTER (Initial value: INPUT<NORMAL>) This sets the target to which the insert effects are applied.
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  • Page 155: Section 6 Usb

    Section 6 Section 6 USB...

  • Page 156: Before Using Usb (Overview)

    Before Using USB (Overview) The BR-864 is equipped with a USB connector, which allows you to connect the BR-864 directly to a computer, making it easy to back up your important song data and exchange files between the BR-864 and the computer.

  • Page 157: Connecting A Computer

    USB Folder WAV and AIFF files loaded to the BR-864’s tracks, and WAV and AIFF files saved on computers (track data converted to WAV and AIFF format) will be saved here (p. 161, p. 164). Folders and files created on memory cards are displayed on the computer screen.

  • Page 158: Backing Up The Br-864'S Data

    When you have finished backing up the data, the Idling screen returns to the display. When restoring data backed up on a computer to the BR-864, drag the “ROLAND” folder to the “BOSS_BR-864” icon (or the “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) and drop it there (overwriting it).

  • Page 159: With Macintosh

    When you have finished backing up the data, the Idling screen returns to the display. Backing up the BR-864’s data When restoring data backed up on a computer to the BR-864, drag the “ROLAND” folder to the “BOSS_BR-864” icon (or the “Removable Disk (*:)” icon) and drop it there (overwriting it).
  • Page 160 (*:)”) icon, and delete the “ROLAND” folder. With Macintosh Double-click the “BOSS_BR-864” icon, and delete the “ROLAND” folder. 6. Drag the previously backed up BR-532 “ROLAND” folder to the “BOSS_BR-864” (or “Removable Disk (*:)”) icon and drop it there. fig.06-110bd When you have finished backing up the data, the Idling screen returns to the display.

  • Page 161: Saving Br-864 Track Data In Wav/Aiff Format (Wav/Aiff Export)

    Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) You can convert the BR-864’s track data into WAV or AIFF files and save these on your computer. After converting your mastered tracks to WAV or AIFF files, you can easily use your computer to create audio CDs with the data, as well as load the data into audio applications.

  • Page 162: With Macintosh

    [EXIT] several times to return to the Play screen. With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears.
  • Page 163 Saving BR-864 track data in WAV/AIFF format (WAV/AIFF Export) 6. Press [ENTER]. Conversion of the WAV or AIFF file begins. Conversion of the WAV or AIFF file begins. Files names are converted as shown below. (Mono) Track 1, V-Track 1 TR01_ _ _1.WAV or TR01_ _ _1.AIF...

  • Page 164: Loading Wav/Aiff Files In Br-864 Tracks (Wav/Aiff Import)

    The loop point settings within an AIFF file will be ignored. With Windows 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears.

  • Page 165: With Macintosh

    10. When you have finished importing the WAV or AIFF file(s), press [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears.
  • Page 166 Loading WAV/AIFF files in BR-864 tracks (WAV/AIFF Import) fig.06-130d The “BOSS_BR-864” icon is added to the computer. fig.06-107 ( Ex. ) BOSS_BR-864 6. Copy the WAV or AIFF files you want to import. Double-click the “BOSS_BR-864” icon. Drag the imported WAV or AIFF file to the “USB”...

  • Page 167: Importing Smfs And Creating Patterns

    File names containing more than eight characters will not be displayed correctly. With Windows 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears.

  • Page 168: With Macintosh

    With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears.
  • Page 169 5. Quit the connection to the computer. Drag the “BOSS_BR-864” icon into the trash. 6. Press BR-864’s [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. * If you press [EXIT] without quitting the connection to the computer, the following screens appear.

  • Page 170: Loading Drum Sounds From Wav/Aiff Files

    Stereo WAV and AIFF files are loaded as “mono” sounds with the left and right sides mixed. With Windows 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB].
  • Page 171 Task Tray Click [OK] in the “Safe To Remove Hardware” dialog box that appears. 6. Press BR-864’s [EXIT] repeatedly to return to the Play screen. * If you press [EXIT] without quitting the connection to the computer, the following screens appear. In this case, pressing [ENTER] and then [EXIT] returns the Play screen to the display.

  • Page 172: With Macintosh

    Loading drum sounds from WAV/AIFF files With Macintosh 1. Connect your computer and the BR-864 with a USB cable. 2. Confirm that the recorder is stopped, then press [USB]. The USB function select screen appears. 3. Select “BACKUP” with the TIME/VALUE dial, then press [ENTER].
  • Page 173 10. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to specify the load- destination song drum kit. S1–5: Song Drum Kit 1–5 fig.03-517d 11. Turn the TIME/VALUE dial to select the load- destination song drum sound, then press [ENTER]. The load is executed. To cancel, press [EXIT]. fig.03-518d * During updating, “Keep power on!”...
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  • Page 175: Section 7 Appendices

    Section 7 Section 7 Appendices Appendices...

  • Page 176: Arrangement / Pattern List

    Arrangement / Pattern List Preset Arrangement List Each of the preset patterns (except Metro4/4) is set so that a three-measure BREAK, followed by V1 (verse) comes after the E (ending). Arrangement Initial Name Tempo ROCK1 ROCK2 ROCK3 ROCK4 ROCK5 ROCK6 HdRck1 HdRck2 HdRck3...

  • Page 177: Preset Pattern List

    Preset Pattern List Pattern Name Initial Tempo (Abbreviation shown in display) ROCK1 ROCK2 ROCK3 ROCK4 ROCK5 ROCK6 Hard Rock 1(HdRc1) Hard Rock 1(HdRc2) Hard Rock 1(HdRc3) Hard Rock 1(HdRc4) Hard Rock 1(HdRc5) HEAVY1 (HEVY1) HEAVY2 (HEVY2) HEAVY3 (HEVY3) HEAVY4 (HEVY4) HEAVY5 (HEVY5) POP1 POP2...

  • Page 178: Parameter List

    Parameter List (*1) If you want to save the settings as part of the currently selected song, hold down [STOP] and press [REC]. (*2) Stored in the BR-864. (*2) Not Stored. Mixer Parameter (*1) Parameter Name Input Select Recording Mode...
  • Page 179 Recorder Parameter (*1) Parameter Name Recording Track Status V-Track Auto Punch On/Off Auto Punch In/Out Locator Repeat * The settable range for Auto Punch In/Out, Locator and Repeat will change slightly depending on the MTC Type (sync parameter). Song Parameter (*1) Parameter Name Song Name...

  • Page 180: Arrangement Parameter

    Parameter List Scrub Parameter (*3) Parameter Name Scrub From/To Mode Preview Switch Insert Mode Parameter Parameter Name Insert Mode Rhythm Guide Parameter Parameter Name Arrangement / Pattern / Off Arrangement Pattern Arrangement Parameter Parameter Name Step Time Signature Tempo Starting Measure Pattern Drum Kit Pattern Parameter...

  • Page 181: Troubleshooting

    Has the wrong card been inserted? You can use commercially available CompactFlash cards as memory cards for the BR-864; The 3.3 V type with the capacities of 32 MB to 1 GB can be used. Are you attempting to play back a short phrase of less than 1.0 seconds? Phrases of 1.0 seconds or less cannot...

  • Page 182: Problems With Usb

    Is the memory card fully and securely inserted? Synchronization problems (Cannot synchronize) When using MTC to synchronize the BR-864 with a MIDI sequencer, the BR-864 must be the master device. Is the MIDI cable connected correctly? Is the MIDI cable broken?

  • Page 183: Error Messages

    Solution: Perform the Song Optimize operation (p. 84). What is an event? The smallest unit of memory used by the BR-864 to store recorded results on disk is the event. A newly created song provides approximately 1,000 events per song.
  • Page 184 Insert a memory card initialized for use with the BR-864 (p. 149). Cause 2: You have attempted to load an incompatible WAV or AIFF file or SMF to the BR-864. Solution 2: Check the format of the WAV or AIFF file or SMF.

  • Page 185: Midi Implementation

    If the Sync parameter “Syn Gen” is set to “MTC,” quarter frame messages of the time code type specified by “MTC Type” will be transmitted when the BR-864 is running (recording or playing). The transmitted time counts are summed to “SMPTE (MTC) Offset Time” as the song top is “00:00:00:00”.
  • Page 186 Status If [PLAY] was pressed, the BR-864 transmits this message. RECORD STROBE Status Byte If [REC] was pressed out of the recording condition, the BR-864 transmits this message. RECORD EXIT Status Status Byte If [PLAY] or [REC] was pressed while recording, the BR-864 transmits this message.
  • Page 187 LOCATE (MCP) Format 2 - LOCATE [TARGET] Status Data Bytes 7FH, Dev, 06H, 44H, 06H, 01H, hrH, mnH, scH, frH, ffH F7H Byte Description Status of Exclusive Message Universal System Exclusive Message Realtime Header Device ID (7FH) MMC Command Message LOCATE(MCP) Number of Bytes “TARGET”...

  • Page 188: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart 8-TRACK DIGITAL STUDIO Model BR-864 Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note True Voice Number : Note ON Velocity Note OFF After Key's Touch Ch's Pitch Bend Control Change Prog : True # Change...

  • Page 189: Specifications

    Specifications BR-864: Digital Studio Tracks Track: 8 V-Track: 64 (8 V-Tracks per each Track) * Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 8 tracks can be played back simultaneously. Useful Capacity CompactFlash: 32 M–1 G bytes...

  • Page 190: Current Draw

    PSA series Foot Switch: FS-5U Pedal Switch: DP-2 (Roland) Expression Pedal: EV-5 (Roland), FV-300L * 0 dBu = 0.775V rms In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 191: Index

    Index Numerics 24 ... 143, 152 25 ... 143, 152 29D ... 143, 152 29N ... 143, 152 30 ... 143, 152 AB ... 73–74, 76–77, 79–80 AB Qtz ... 50, 151 AC ... 124 AC Adaptor ... 22, 24 ACOUSTIC GTR ...
  • Page 192 Index Delay ... 62, 119 DELETE/MUTE ... 19, 39, 99, 102 Demo Song ... 26 Depth ... 117, 119–120, 123, 125, 132 DETUNE ... 123 DIGITAL ... 122 Digital Copy ... 86 Digital Copy Protect ... 86 DIGITAL OUT ... 22 Dir Level ...
  • Page 193 IMPORT ... 164–165 Import ... 96 IN ... 18, 33, 47, 90 In Send ... 63 INF ... 68, 118, 129 INI ... 29, 147–149 Initialize ... 29, 147–149 INPUT ... 38, 48, 59, 153 Input ... 118, 128 Input Gain ... 128 INPUT LEVEL ...
  • Page 194 Index MIDI IN ... 141 MIDI OUT ... 22, 141 MIDI Sequencer ... 142 Mix Level ... 119 Mix Lvl ... 128 Mixer ... 130 MMC ... 144 MMC Master ... 145, 151 Mode ... 125 Modify Fil ... 123 Mono ...
  • Page 195 RHYTHM GUIDE Fader ... 27, 35, 91–92 RHYTHM PAD ... 20, 97, 101 Ring Modulator ... 124 RiseTme ... 125 ROLAND Folder ... 156 ROOM ... 41, 62, 131–132 S (Start) ... 75, 78, 81 S EFX ... 148 SAW ... 120 SCR ...
  • Page 196 Index TONELOAD Folder ... 156 Top-Hi ... 117 Top-Mid ... 117 TOUCH ... 126 TRACK ... 19, 33, 37, 39, 46, 59, 105, 153 Track Copy ... 73 Track EQ ... 40, 64, 133 Track Erase ... 79 Track Exchange ... 82 TRACK Fader ...
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  • Page 198: Track Sheet

    Track Sheet...
  • Page 199 This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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