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Boss BR-1600CD Function Manual

Boss BR-1600CD Function Manual

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Additional Functions

Additional functions in Version 2
■ Effect Algorithms Inherited from the
BOSS GT-6B
The BC-1600CD incorporates algorithms-virtually
unaltered-from the world-famous BOSS GT-6B bass multi-
effects processor. Now bassists also can enjoy using COSM
Amp Modeling, COSM Overdrive/Distortion, and other
high-quality modeling effects.
■ More Powerful Vocal Tool Box Functions
Pitch correction enables you to specify any desired time and
corrective pitch within the song. And with Harmony
Sequence, you can also specify the time and pitch for each of
the harmony voices.
■ Simplified Mastering Adjustments
with the VALUE Dials
You can adjust the amount and sonic quality of the Mastering
Tool Kit, as well as the naturalness of the effect, simply and
easily with the VALUE dials.
■ MIDI Slave Sync Function
You can use the BR-1600CD as a slave device, with playback
time and speed synchronized to the MIDI Time Code (MTC)
received at MIDI IN.
Contents
Algorithms From the GT-6B (COSM OD BASS AMP)................................................................ 2
Adjusting the Mastering Tool Kit Effects and Volume.............................................................. 7
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■ Import Songs from the BR-1180CD/
1200CD
You can now convert BR-1180CD/1200CD song data and
import it to the BR-1600CD. Without having additional
operation, you can import BR-1180CD/1200CD songs as BR-
1600CD songs simply and easily via CD-R/CD-RW discs to
which the BR-1180CD/1200CD songs have been backed up
(users already working with Version 1.10 should note that BR-
1180CD song convert function is also featured in Version 1.10).
■ Export All Tracks in Waveform Files
at One Time Via USB
Whereas exporting WAV or AIFF files via USB used to
require exportation of individual tracks one at a time, with
Version 2, you can now export all tracks together in a single
pass.
Other enhancements
■ Check the Drum Sounds Easily
About to use the track buttons to check a drum sound? Now
you can play drum sounds simply by switching to the drum
Edit screen.
■ SMF import can be done up to 999
measures
When you import SMF data via CD-R/RW discs or USB, it is
possible to import up to 999 measures.

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Summary of Contents for Boss BR-1600CD

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Importing BR-1180CD/1200CD Songs Via CD-R/RW Discs (BR-1180CD/1200CD Song Convert) ... 8 Synchronizing the BR-1600CD to Another BR Series Device or MIDI Sequencer (MTC Slave) ... 9 Saving Recorded Data for All Tracks at One Time in WAV/AIFF Format ... 11 Copyright ©...
  • Page 2: Algorithms From The Gt-6B (Cosm Od Bass Amp)

    Algorithms From the GT-6B (COSM OD BASS AMP) Version 2 now includes effects algorithms from the BOSS GT- 6B multi-effects processor that can be used for bass guitars. These algorithms are referred to by the title “COSM OVERDRIVE BASS AMP (COSM OD BASS AMP).” COSM OD BASS AMP incorporates the BOSS GT-6B’s amp modeling and COSM overdrive and distortion effects virtually unaltered to provide you with a variety of...
  • Page 3: Making Detailed Settings For Pitch Correction (Correction Event Map)

    Making Detailed Settings for Pitch Correction (Correction Event Map) In Version 2, you can now specify the precise time and level of pitch correction used when editing the pitch with the Pitch Correction function. This allows you to select and edit just those portions of the vocals you want to correct.
  • Page 4 Making Detailed Settings for Pitch Correction (Correction Event Map) 7. Move the cursor to “SMOOTH” and specify the correction speed. fig.03-3683d SMOOTH The value set here is added to the value of the “Smooth” patch parameter (p. 118 in Owner’s Manual). When set to “0,”...
  • Page 5: Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map)

    Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) In Version 2, when applying backing chorus, you can now specify precisely the time and pitches in the harmony and the backing chorus ON/OFF status. This allows you, for example, to freely add harmonies to solo vocals. In adding detailed backing chorus, the time at which the backing chorus starts and stops and the pitches used in the harmonies are specified together.
  • Page 6 Making More Detailed Backing Chorus Settings (Harmony Event Map) VOICE1: The first voice is not played after the specified point in the song. AUTO After the specified point in the song, the voice is played in accordance with the rhythm arrangement’s chord map.
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Mastering Tool Kit Effects And Volume

    Adjusting the Mastering Tool Kit Effects and Volume In Version 2, not only can you select Mastering Tool Kit patches, but you can now also make adjustments to the patches with VALUE knobs 1–3. 1. Select a Mastering Tool Kit patch. 2.
  • Page 8: Importing Br-1180Cd/1200Cd Songs Via Cd-R/Rw Discs (Br-1180Cd/1200Cd Song Convert)

    “HDD Backup” function. 1. Insert a CD-R/RW disc containing backup BR-1180CD/ 1200CD’s songs into the BR-1600CD’s CD-R/RW drive. The drive’s access indicator will begin to flash. Wait until this indicator stops flashing and turns off before proceeding.
  • Page 9: Synchronizing The Br-1600Cd To Another Br Series Device Or Midi Sequencer (Mtc Slave)

    In such setups, another BR Series unit (BR-8/532/ 864/900CD/1180/1180CD/1200CD) or a MIDI sequencer serves as the master while the BR-1600CD acts as a slave device. 1. As shown in the figure, use a MIDI cable to connect the master device to the BR-1600CD (slave).
  • Page 10 Synchronizing the BR-1600CD to Another BR Series Device or MIDI Sequencer 3. Press [EXIT/NO] several times to return to the top screen. 4. If you want to record using the slave device, press [REC] on the slave BR-1600CD at this point so the button flashes red (recording standby mode).
  • Page 11: Saving Recorded Data For All Tracks At One Time In Wav/Aiff Format

    Saving Recorded Data for All Tracks at One Time in WAV/AIFF Format When saving recorded track data to a computer via USB in WAV or AIFF format, Version 2 now enables you to save all of the tracks in one operation. If using Windows: At Step 5 of the procedure on p.
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