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5 The Loop Mix function lets you perform great-sounding music simply by selecting a
genre and pressing keys.You can perform easily, without paying attention to pitch or
timing. In addition, you can use the performance pads to apply effects in real time.
5 Bluetooth functionality allows interoperation with your smartphone or tablet.
Music or the audio from a music video on your smartphone or tablet can be played
via this instrument while you perform along with the music. You can also use this
instrument's keyboard to play a music app that supports Bluetooth MIDI (only for
units equipped with Bluetooth).
5 The portable all-in-one design is compact and light-weight, featuring battery-
powered operation, built-in high-quality speakers, and a stylish shape that's free of
protrusions.
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Provision of Bluetooth functionality
Please be aware that depending on the country in which you purchased the unit, Bluetooth
functionality might not be included.
If Bluetooth functionality is included
The Bluetooth logo appears when you turn on the power.
Before using this unit, carefully read "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (the leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and the Owner's
Manual (p. 13)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Owner’s Manual (p. 13)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference. Copyright © 2017 ROLAND CORPORATION... -
Page 2: Operating Guide
Operating Guide Selecting a Tone This instrument lets you enjoy performing with a variety of tones. Tone groups The tones are organized into eight groups, and are assigned to the Button Explanation corresponding tone buttons. [PIANO] button Piano tones 1 Press a tone button such as [PIANO], and then use the [–] [+] [ORGAN] button Organ tones buttons. -
Page 3: Using The Keyboard To Play Patterns (Loop Mix Function)
Operating Guide Using the Keyboard to Play Patterns (Loop Mix Function) Making Various Settings (Setting) You can play patterns (accompaniment tones or drum tones) You can make various detailed settings for this instrument. by pressing notes on the keyboard (loop mix function). 1 Press the [SETTING] button to select an item (“... -
Page 4: Connecting Equipment
Operating Guide Connecting Equipment PHONES/OUTPUT jack You can connect headphones (sold separately) or an amplified speaker here. If this is connected, “ ” is lit. USB COMPUTER port You can connect this instrument to your computer, and back up this instrument’s song data and settings to the computer AUX IN jack (p. -
Page 5: Performing With The Loop Mix Function
Performing with the Loop Mix Function Loop mix is a function that lets you play patterns (accompaniment tones or drum tones) by pressing notes on the keyboard. Patterns for each tone part are assigned to five areas of the keyboard. These five areas are collectively called a “loop mix set. -
Page 6: Recording With The Loop Mix Function
Recording with the Loop Mix Function You can easily create a song by recording with the loop mix function. * If you want to record a new song, clear the song before you proceed (p. 3). Here we explain the procedure for recording the drum tone and bass tone. Selecting a loop mix set Press the [LOOP MIX] button to turn the loop mix function on (“... -
Page 7: Convenient Functions
Convenient Functions Loading a Song (SONG LOAD) Backing-Up or Restoring Songs and Settings Here’s how to load a song that’s saved in internal memory. * When you load a song, the recorded data of the current song is Songs (SMF format) and settings that you’ve saved in this lost. -
Page 8: Restoring (Restore)
Setting Various Functions (Setting) Restoring (RESTORE) Restoring the Factory Settings (FACTORY RST) Press the [SETTING] button several times to make the display indicate RESTORE. Here’s how the settings of this instrument can be returned to their factory-set state. This operation is called factory reset. RESTORE NOTE Press[ENTER]... -
Page 9: Adjusting The Reverberation (Reverb Level)
Setting Various Functions (Setting) Indication Value/Explanation Adjusting the Reverberation (REVERB LEVEL) REVERB LEVEL *1 This adds reverberation that is characteristic of a performance in a concert hall. 0–10 Changing the Pitch Range of the Keyboard in Steps of an Octave (OCTAVE SHIFT) OCTAVE SHIFT *1 This shifts the pitch of the keyboard in steps of an octave. -
Page 10: Using The Bluetooth® Functionality
MIDI data transmission and reception This unit is paired with the mobile device. When pairing succeeds, MIDI data can be exchanged between this unit and the mobile “GO:KEYS Audio” is added to the list of “Paired Devices” on your device. mobile device. -
Page 11: Transferring Midi Data
In the mobile device’s app (e.g., GarageBand), establish a connection with this unit. NOTE Do not tap the “GO:KEYS MIDI” that is shown in the Bluetooth settings of the mobile device. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
MIDI function. Can’t connect to Bluetooth MIDI After unpairing the “GO:KEYS MIDI” that is registered on the mobile device, turn the mobile device’s Bluetooth function off and then on again, and reconnect it. Can’t connect via You must make the connection not from the mobile device’s Bluetooth setting but from the setting within MIDI GarageBand or other app that you’re using. -
Page 13: Using The Unit Safely
• Roland assumes no liability concerning write down the needed information. the restoration of any stored content Although we will do our utmost to that has been lost. -
Page 14: Placing This Unit On A Stand
Roland is under license. revision of a third party’s copyrighted by Roland Corporation. work (musical work, video work, • Roland and GO:KEYS are either registered broadcast, live performance, or other • Purchasers of this product are permitted trademarks or trademarks of Roland... -
Page 15: Tone List
Tone List PIANO ORGAN STRINGS BRASS DRUM Tone name Tone name Tone name Tone name Tone name StageGrand HipHop Kit Pop Organ String Ens BreakOut Brs ConcertGrand R&B Kit B Org Staccato DetuneSawBrs Pop Piano Pop Kit 1 Perc Organ Pizzicato J-Pop Brass Rokkin' pF... - Page 16 Tone List BASS SYNTH FX/GUITAR Tone name Tone name Tone name Tone name Tone name Saw&MG Bass1 Saw Lead Soundtrack Morpher Banjo Mini Like! Jump Poly Crystal Alpha Said.. Shamisen Moogy Bass JP OctAttack Syn Mallet Try This! Koto SH Sawtooth Gwyo Press Brightness C64 Lead...
- Page 17 Loop Mix Set List Tone name Loop mix set name Tempo DRUM BASS PART A PART B PART X DC Triangle (SYNTH) Hot Sync Synthi Fizz 01: Trance Dance Kit 2 Mini Like! (FX/GUITAR) (SYNTH) JP Strings (STRINGS) sin(EP) (PIANO) Piano+Str (PIANO) Crunch Twin (FX/GUITAR) DetuneSawBrs...
- Page 18 Loop Mix Set List Tone name Loop mix set name Tempo DRUM BASS PART A PART B PART X Morpher (FX/GUITAR) Repertition Mellow Tune ² 12: R&B HipHop Kit Oil Can Bass (FX/GUITAR) (PIANO) Alpha Said (FX/GUITAR) Super Syn Str (STRINGS) R&B Organ2 (ORGAN) Try This! (FX/GUITAR) SA Dance Pno...
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