Roland Fantom-X User Manual page 3

About the Fantom-X Workshop Series
The Fantom-X Workshop Series is a collection of booklets
describing how to get the most from some of the exciting
features of the Roland Fantom-X family of products. Much of
what's discussed in the series also applies to the Fantom-S
keyboard and, to a lesser degree, the original Fantom.
Each booklet covers a single topic, with easy-to-follow
explanations, procedures and illustrations. Have fun learning
to master the Fantom-X in convenient bite-sized pieces.
Other Booklets in the Fantom-X Workshop Series
• The Fantom-X Experience—A quick tour of how the major
Fantom-X creative tools interact.
• The Sounds of the Fantom-X—A tour of the Fantom-X
sounds in Patch mode.
• The Rhythms of the Fantom-X—Exploring the pads, drum
sounds and rhythms of the Fantom-X.
• Recording Music on the Fantom-X—Learn how to record
your music in the Fantom-X's full-featured sequencer.
• Sampling on the Fantom-X—Capture loops, vocals, noises or
any other sound with the Fantom-X's advanced sampling
capabilities.
• Smart Storage in the Fantom-X—Learn all about the
Fantom-X's storage options for samples and other data.
• Performing with the Fantom-X—Splits, layers, realtime
controllers and more make the Fantom-X hot onstage.
• Making a CD of Your Fantom-X Music—Learn how to turn
your Fantom-X music into a final audio CD.
• Advanced Fantom-X Recording Techniques—Learn how
to use time-based effects, create arpeggios, work with
mastering effects and record realtime patch tweaks.
About This Booklet
The Fantom-X contains a suite of effect processors: three multi-
effect processors, a stereo chorus, a stereo reverb and dedicated
mastering effects. When you're playing, sampling, performing
and creating final master mixes, they're indispensable tools
that contribute in a big way to your overall sound. The
Fantom-X effects don't just sound great—they're flexible, too,
and can be applied in all sorts of imaginative ways.
This booklet will introduce you to the Fantom-X effects, and
explain important concepts that'll help you harness the power
of these potent sonic tools.
Understanding the Symbols in This Booklet
Throughout this booklet, you'll come across information that
deserves special attention—that's the reason it's labeled with
one of the following symbols.
A note is something that adds information about the topic at hand.
A tip offers suggestions for using the feature being discussed.
Warnings contain important information that can help you avoid possible
damage to your equipment or yourself.
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