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  • Page 1 JD-08 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents Panel Descriptions ..............3 Configuring the Effects ............34 Control section 1 ..............3 Effect A ..................34 Control section 2 ..............5 Distortion ..................34 Phaser ....................35 PALETTE section ([TONE A]–[TONE D] sliders) ..... 6 Spectrum ..................

  • Page 3: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Panel Descriptions This explains the controllers and jacks/ports/connectors used on this unit. Touch or click the icons to learn more about a certain feature. Control section 1 Controller Explanation The functions of the [TONE A]–[TONE D] buttons change depending on the state of the [LAYER-ACTIVE] button.
  • Page 4 Panel Descriptions Controller Explanation [NOTE] button When this is on, you can use the [1]–[13] buttons as a keyboard. Displays the settings menu. [COMMON] button Press the [EFFECTS] and [COMMON] buttons at the same time to edit the sequencer. Having done this, press the [COMMON] button again to show the sequencer settings menu.

  • Page 5: Control Section 2

    Panel Descriptions Control section 2 Controller Explanation Plays back (the button lights up) or stops the sequencer (the button goes dark). [START] button Press this button together with the [1]–[16] buttons to switch to different patterns. [EXIT] button Returns to the previous screen. Turn: Edits the parameter’s value.

  • Page 6: Palette Section ([Tone A]-[Tone D] Sliders)

    Panel Descriptions PALETTE section ([TONE A]–[TONE D] sliders) These sliders control various settings for the tones. Controller Value Explanation (Parameter) (Depends on the assigned Sets the parameters for each tone. [TONE A]–[TONE D] parameter) The last parameters you operated are assigned to the PALETTE sliders ([TONE A]–[TONE D] sliders).

  • Page 7: Lfo 1/2 Section

    Panel Descriptions LFO 1/2 section Adds cyclical change (a swelling effect) to the sound. Controller Value Explanation (Parameter) [LFO SELECT] LFO 1, LFO Selects the LFO to operate. button Sets the speed of the LFO cycle. [RATE] slider 0–100 Sets the time it takes before the LFO effect begins after you press a key. 0–100, The larger the value, the longer it takes for the LFO effect to start after you play the [DELAY] slider...

  • Page 8: Pitch/Tvf/Tva Env Section

    Panel Descriptions PITCH/TVF/TVA ENV section This section controls how the pitch and filter changes. Controller (Parameter) Value Explanation This sets the envelope time (T2–T4) according to which keys you play. -10–10 When this is set to a positive value, higher keys above C4 (middle C) produce [TIME KEY FOLLOW] slider shorter pitch envelope times.

  • Page 9: Wg Section

    Panel Descriptions WG section This section is used to select the waveforms that determine the character of the sound, and to set the pitch. Controller Value Explanation (Parameter) [PITCH COARSE] Shifts the pitch in units of a semitone. -48–48 knob Finely adjusts the pitch.

  • Page 10: Tvf Section

    Panel Descriptions TVF section This section controls the filter to alter the sound of the tone. Controller Value Explanation (Parameter) HPF, BPF, Selects the TVF type. [MODE] button [CUTOFF FREQ] Specifies the cutoff frequency. This gives the sound a more mellow feel, by removing 0–100 slider frequency components that are higher than the cutoff frequency.

  • Page 11: Tva Section

    Panel Descriptions TVA section This section controls the volume. Controller Value Explanation (Parameter) Adjusts the layer’s volume. [LEVEL] slider 0–100 Selects the BIAS DIRECTION mode. This corrects the layer’s volume according to the key you press. The higher the key you play above the key specified by the BIAS POINT, the greater UPPER (UP) the volume changes according to the settings of the [BIAS LEVEL] slider.

  • Page 12: Ext Clk In Jack

    Panel Descriptions EXT CLK IN Jack Use this jack to input clock signals from an external source. You can make the steps of the sequencer advance in sync with the clock (pulse) that’s inputted.

  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    USB MIDI and USB audio. USB Type-C port You must install the USB driver if you want to connect this unit to your computer. Download the ® software from the Roland website. https://www.roland.com/global/support/ [VOLUME] knob Adjusts the volume. PHONES jack Used for connecting headphones (sold separately).

  • Page 14: Turning The Power On

    Turning the Power On Turning the Power On Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. To turn on the power, slide the [POWER] switch to “ON.”...

  • Page 15: Selecting A Tone (Patch)

    Selecting a Tone (Patch) Selecting a Tone (Patch) The settings for each tone are stored in a block of memory called a “patch.” By selecting (switching between) patches, you can use a variety of sounds. The patches are further organized by group (A–D), bank (1–8) and number (1–8), letting you save a total of 4 x 8 x 8 = 256 patches. Press the NUMBER [1]–[8] buttons.

  • Page 16: Selecting Groups And Banks

    Selecting a Tone (Patch) Selecting Groups and Banks Here’s how to switch the group and bank for the patches. Press the BANK [1]–[8] buttons. This selects the bank. The group (A–D) switches each time you press the same bank button. Press the NUMBER [1]–[8] buttons.

  • Page 17: Saving A Tone

    Saving a Tone Saving a Tone Any settings you have edited for a tone are lost if you select a different patch or turn off the power after editing. For this reason, be sure to save your important settings. A dot is shown in the display once you edit a tone. Press the BANK [1]–[8] buttons to select the group and bank where you want to save the data.

  • Page 18: Using The [1]-[13] Buttons As A Keyboard (Note)

    Using the [1]–[13] Buttons as a Keyboard (NOTE) Using the [1]–[13] Buttons as a Keyboard (NOTE) You can play the [1]–[13] buttons like a keyboard (NOTE mode). Press the [NOTE] button. The [1]–[13] buttons light up. At this time, you can use the [1]–[13] buttons as if they were keys on a keyboard. ●...

  • Page 19: Switching Between Sound Modes

    Switching Between Sound Modes Switching Between Sound Modes Here’s how to set the way the sound generator of the JD-08 plays. Press the [NOTE] button to make the indicator light. Press the [SOLO] button. This selects the sound mode. Button status...

  • Page 20: Applying Portamento

    Switching Between Sound Modes Applying Portamento Portamento is a glide effect that smoothly connects the pitches of the first and second notes that you play on the keyboard. The portamento effect is enabled when the sound mode is set to “solo mode.” “Switching Between Sound Modes (p.

  • Page 21: Using The Arpeggio

    Using the Arpeggio Using the Arpeggio The arpeggio function is used to make the notes of the chords you play sound separately (with “chords” meaning any stack of two or more different pitches). Turn the arpeggio on to arpeggiate what you play, using various patterns. Press the [ARPEGGIO] button to make the indicator light.
  • Page 22 Using the Arpeggio Arpeggio parameters Step Indication Value Explanation buttons Sets the length of one note for each step that the arpeggio plays. rAtE 4, 8, 8t, 16, 16t, 32 “ About note values (p. 37)” Sets the order of notes that are played. NodE The notes are played from the lowest key you played to the highest.

  • Page 23: Using The Sequencer

    Using the Sequencer Using the Sequencer The sequencer is a function that lets you repeatedly play back the notes you’ve recorded in a pattern. You can record and play back up to 64 steps (64 notes) per pattern. A pattern can contain patch numbers for parts A and B, as well as the recorded sequence data. For this reason, you can record and play back two tracks of your performance per pattern.
  • Page 24 Using the Sequencer You can select the group (A/B) by holding down the [START] button and repeatedly pressing the BANK [1]–[8] buttons. Hold down the [START] button and press the NUMBER [1]–[8] buttons. This selects the pattern. ● You can also turn the [VALUE] knob while holding down the [SHIFT] button to select the bank and pattern. ●...

  • Page 25: Playing Patterns

    Using the Sequencer Playing Patterns Here’s how to play back a pattern you’ve selected. Select the pattern to play back ( (p. 23)). Selecting a Pattern Press the [START] button to make the indicator light. This plays back the pattern. By holding down the [START] button and pressing the LAYER [TONE A] or [TONE B] button, you can mute the playback of the respective part.

  • Page 26: Tempo Settings

    Using the Sequencer Tempo Settings Sets the pattern’s tempo. Hold down the [COMMON] button and press the [EFFECTS] button to make the indicators light. The unit enters sequencer mode. The current tempo is shown on the display. Turn the [VALUE] knob to set the tempo. You can switch between the tempo and patch displays with each press of the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 27: Creating A Pattern (Note Input)

    Using the Sequencer Creating a Pattern (Note Input) Input some notes (from the scale on the keys) into the sequencer to create a pattern. Select the pattern to record ( (p. 23)). Selecting a Pattern Hold down the [COMMON] button and press the [EFFECTS] button to make the indicators light. The unit enters sequencer mode (STEP SEQ).

  • Page 28: Inputting Notes For Steps After Step 17 (Page)

    Using the Sequencer Inputting Notes for Steps After Step 17 (PAGE) You can switch between step numbers assigned to the [1]–[16] buttons (in other words, switch to a different “page” of steps). When you want to input a note whose length stretches into step 17 and afterwards in the pattern, switch the page and then input the note.

  • Page 29: Connecting Notes (Tie Input)

    Using the Sequencer Connecting Notes (Tie Input) This shows how to connect two notes (from the scale on the keys) with a tie. Select the pattern to record ( (p. 23)). Selecting a Pattern Hold down the [COMMON] button and press the [EFFECTS] button to make the indicators light. The unit enters sequencer mode (STEP SEQ).

  • Page 30: Recording Your Performance In Real Time

    Using the Sequencer Press the [NOTE] button to make the indicator light. Press the [1]–[13] buttons to input the notes. Once you input a note, the sequence automatically advances to the next step. Repeat this for each step. Input mode ends once you input the note for the last step.

  • Page 31: Setting The Note Loudness And Length (Velocity/Gate Time)

    Using the Sequencer The movement of the knobs and sliders (MOTION) can also be recorded in the pattern. When you are finished recording your performance, press the [EXIT] button. Inputting notes in real time using the K-25m (sold separately) You can input notes using the keyboard of the K-25m instead of following steps 4 and 5. For installation/removal/angle adjustment, refer to the K-25m’s Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 32: Making Sequencer Settings

    Using the Sequencer Making sequencer settings With these settings, you can set how the sequencer operates, and access useful functions (utilities) for input. While in sequencer mode, press the [COMMON] button. The sequencer menu appears. Use the [VALUE] knob to select the item, and press the [VALUE] knob. The setting for the item you selected is shown.

  • Page 33: Saving A Pattern

    Using the Sequencer Saving a Pattern Any settings you have edited for a pattern are lost if you select a different pattern or turn off the power after editing. For this reason, be sure to save your important settings. When you’ve edited a pattern and then long-press the [START] button, a dot is shown next to the pattern number in the display.

  • Page 34: Configuring The Effects

    Configuring the Effects Configuring the Effects Here’s how to configure the effects. Press the [EFFECTS] button. The [EFFECTS] button lights up. Use the [VALUE] knob to select the parameter to set, and press the [VALUE] knob. The parameter setting screen appears. Turn the [VALUE] knob to set the value, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 35: Phaser

    Configuring the Effects Step buttons Parameter Value Explanation Distortion that emphasizes the high end. C. d rIJ Gives the feeling of distortion playing through a large amp. N. d St Strong distortion with a bright sound. L. d St Thick distortion that emphasizes the low and high ends. Fa.

  • Page 36: Effect B

    Configuring the Effects Effect B Recreates the effects included in group B of the JD-800. Effect B is only enabled for PART A. Delay Step Parameter Value Explanation buttons Turns the delay on/off. dL. S ľ OFF, On When this is set to on, the delay audio output that is OFF, On C.

  • Page 37: Chorus

    Configuring the Effects About note values Indication Explanation ŗ Sixty-fourth-note triplet ō Sixty-fourth note 1_64 Ŗ Thirty-second-note triplet Ō Thirty-second note 1_32 ŕ Sixteenth-note triplet ŋ Dotted thirty-second note 1_32. Ŋ Sixteenth note 1_16 Ŕ Eighth-note triplet 1_8t ʼn Dotted sixteenth note 1_16.
  • Page 38 Configuring the Effects Step Param butt Value Explanation eter Sets the sound level of the direct reflections from the walls and the early Er. L v 0–100 reflections after the original sound is produced. This is an expression of the distance from the sound source (the original sound) to the walls.

  • Page 39: Backing Up Data

    While holding down the [EXIT] button, turn on the power. The JD-08 operates in USB mass storage mode. The JD-08 is recognized by your computer as an external storage device. It takes around 20 seconds for the connection to be recognized.

  • Page 40: Restoring The Settings (Restore)

    While holding down the [EXIT] button, turn on the power. The JD-08 operates in USB mass storage mode. The JD-08 is recognized by your computer as an external storage device. It takes around 20 seconds for the unit to be recognized.

  • Page 41: Configuring The Settings Of This Unit

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the Settings of This Unit This shows you how to configure the settings that apply to the entire unit, such as part settings, system settings and so on. When both the [COMMON] and [EFFECT] buttons are lit, press both buttons at the same time to make their LEDs go dark (this turns STEP SEQ off).

  • Page 42: Part Settings

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Part Settings These parameters configure the overall settings for the parts. Step Item Value Explanation buttons Selects the part to configure. A, B You can also select a part by holding down the [NOTE] button and pressing the [TONE A] or [TONE B] button.

  • Page 43: Configuring The Layer Settings

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the Layer Settings Step Parameter (as Value Explanation buttons displayed) Selects the intensity (curve) of each envelope according to how hard you press the U. C rU keys (the velocity). The envelopes that produce change are PITCH, TVF and TVA. Sets whether the tone sustains when you operate the hold pedal.

  • Page 44: Configuring The Lfo

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the LFO Step buttons Item Value Explanation When this is turned on, the LFO 1 cycle is synchronized with the tempo. 1. S Yn OFF, On When this is turned on, the LFO 2 cycle is synchronized with the tempo. 2.

  • Page 45: Configuring The Wg (Waveform Generator)

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the WG (Waveform Generator) Step Item Value Explanation buttons Sets the gain (amplitude) of the waveform. -18, -12, -6, Gain 0, 6, 12 (dB) Sets whether MIDI pitch bend messages are received (ON) or not (OFF). bEnd OFF, On This is set for each layer that’s selected as ACTIVE (the [TONE A]–[TONE D] buttons...

  • Page 46: Configuring The Env (Envelope)

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the ENV (Envelope) Step Item Value Explanation buttons Sets how much the pitch envelope is changed according to how hard you press the keys -50–50 P. U EL (velocity). Larger values (absolute value) produce a greater effect. The T1 (time) parameter of the pitch envelope changes according to how hard you press -50–50 P.

  • Page 47: Setting The Tone Key Range

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Setting the Tone Key Range Sets the key range for each tone. Set this when you want different key ranges to play different tones. The FĈ3 display indicates “F´3.” Step buttons Item Value Explanation Sets the lower limit of the key range for TONE A.

  • Page 48: Configuring The Eq (Equalizer)

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Configuring the EQ (Equalizer) Step Parameter (as Value Explanation buttons displayed) Turns the equalizer on/off. OFF, On Sľ Sets the center frequency of the low range. 20–999 (Hz), 1. 0 0–16. 0 0 (kHz) Lo.

  • Page 49: Keyboard Settings

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Keyboard Settings Step Parameter (as Value Explanation buttons displayed) Transposes (moves) the pitch range of the keyboard in semitone -5–6 T. P OS steps. This configures the function that detects how hard you play the keyboard (the velocity). UELO The velocity value changes in response to how hard you play the keys.

  • Page 50: Midi Settings

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit MIDI Settings Here’s how to make MIDI-related settings. Step Parameter (as Value Explanation buttons displayed) Sets the MIDI transmitting/receiving channel for the system. 1–16, OFF ● Use the MIDI channel you set here when using an external MIDI keyboard in place of the K-25m.

  • Page 51: System Settings

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit System Settings Configures the system settings. Step Parameter (as Value Explanation buttons displayed) Adjusts the input level of the MIX IN jack. 0–127 In. L U Specifies whether the unit will turn off automatically after a certain OFF, 30, 240 (minutes) A.

  • Page 52: Using The Utilities

    Configuring the Settings of This Unit Using the Utilities Here are some useful functions for editing. Step buttons Parameter (as displayed) Explanation Initializes the selected pattern. P. C Lr Initializes the selected tone. T. C Lr Initializes the layer of the selected tone. L.

  • Page 53: Restoring The Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

    The [PAGE/TIE] button blinks. To cancel the factory reset, turn off the power. Press the [PAGE/TIE] button. Initialization begins. Once the JD-08 is restored to factory default settings, “donE” appears in the display. Turn the power of the JD-08 off and then on again.

  • Page 54: Prioritizing The Battery (Battery Fixed Operation Mode)

    Prioritizing the Battery (Battery Fixed Operation Mode) This mode lets you operate the JD-08 on battery power, even when connected to another device via USB. In this mode, this unit does not use (or switch to) USB bus power, even when you connect the unit to another USB port. This lets you use this unit on battery power while the USB port is connected to a device that can’t supply it with power.

  • Page 55: Sound List

    Sound List Sound List This is a list of the patches stored in this unit by factory default. Group/bank/patch number Tone name Millennium A. 1 1 Massive Pad A. 1 2 Crystal EPs A. 1 3 Synthadelic Bass A. 1 4 Wailing Guitar A.

  • Page 56: List Of Waveforms

    Sound List Group/bank/patch number Tone name Shakuflute A. 7 8 Aurora Borealis A. 8 1 Pulsation A. 8 2 Waveola Keys A. 8 3 Tekno Funk Bass A. 8 4 Backwards 60's A. 8 5 MetalVox/Bass A. 8 6 Bottle It A.
  • Page 57 Sound List WAVEFORM name Vocal Wave Wally Wave Brusky lp Digiwave Can Wave 1 Can Wave 2 EML 5th Wave Scan Nasty Wave Table Fine Wine Funk Bass1 Funk Bass2 ST Sust Harp Harm Full Organ Full Draw ZZZ Vox Org Vox Male Vox Kalimba...
  • Page 58 Sound List WAVEFORM name Plink Plunk EP Atk TVF_Trig Flute Tone Pan Pipe BottleBlow Shaku Atk FlugelWave French WhiteNoise Pink Noise Pitch Wind Vox Noise1 Vox Noise2 CrunchWind ThroatWind Metal Wind Windago Anklungs Wind Chime...

  • Page 59: Midi Implementation Chart (Part)

    MIDI Implementation Chart (Part) MIDI Implementation Chart (Part) Model: JD-08 Date: Oct. 13, 2021 Version: 1.00 Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Channel Default 1–16 1–16 Changed 1–16 1–16 Mode Default Mode 3 Mode 3 Messages × × Altered × －...
  • Page 60 MIDI Implementation Chart (Part) Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE T1 ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE L1 ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE T2 ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE L2 ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE T3 ○ ○ AMP ENVELOPE SUSTAIN LEVEL ○ ○...
  • Page 61 MIDI Implementation Chart (Part) Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks ○ Omni On × Works the same as “all notes off.” ○ Mono Mode On × Works the same as “all notes off.” Poly Mode On × × ○ ○ Active Sensing System Reset ×...

  • Page 62: Midi Implementation Chart (System)

    MIDI Implementation Chart (System) MIDI Implementation Chart (System) Model: JD-08 Date: Oct. 13, 2021 Version: 1.00 Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Channel Default 1–16, OFF 1–16, OFF Changed 1–16, OFF 1–16, OFF Mode Default Mode 3 Mode 3 Messages ×...

  • Page 63: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Main Specifications Sound Patches User Memories Patterns Distortion Phaser Spectrum Effects Enhancer Delay Chorus Reverb 64 steps Step Sequencer 8 notes (Polyphonic) Display 7 segments, 4 characters (LED) EXT CLOCK IN jack Mono miniature phone type PHONES jack Stereo miniature phone type OUTPUT jack Stereo miniature phone type...
  • Page 64 Main Specifications JD-08 Owner’s Manual © 2021 Roland Corporation...

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