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Korg monologue Owner's Manual

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Introduction ...........................................2
monologue Key Features ............................... 2
Block Diagram .................................................... 3
Controls and Connections ....................4
Front Panel Controls ........................................ 4
Rear Panel Connections .................................. 5
Playing the Sequencer ..................................10
Programs ............................................. 12
Program Architecture ....................................12
Creating Sounds ..............................................13
Saving a Program ............................................14
Basic Parameter Editing ................................15
Sequencer ..........................................................22
Mortion Sequence ..........................................24

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Edit Mode ............................................ 28
Other functions ................................... 47
Understanding MIDI ........................... 51
Program List ........................................ 55
Specifications ...................................... 56
MIDI Implementation Chart ............... 58
How to enter the Edit mode .......................28
Edit Mode Parameter List .............................30
PROGRAM EDIT mode ...................................31
SEQ EDIT mode ................................................35
GLOBAL EDIT mode ........................................38
Tuning .................................................................47
Restoring the Factory settings ...................49
MIDI-Related Settings ....................................53
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Front Panel Controls ........4 GLOBAL EDIT mode ........38 Rear Panel Connections ........5 Other functions ........47 Turning the monologue On and Off ..6 Tuning ..............47 Playing Programs and Sequences ..9 Restoring the Factory settings ....49 Selecting and Playing a Program ....9 Shortcuts using the SHIFT button .....50...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction monologue Key Features • The monologue is a monophonic synthesizer, which features an analog syn- thesizer circuit based on the design of the popular minilogue. • The VCF has been tuned for use in mono synths. Also, a drive circuit allows you to produce more aggressive sounds. • The monologue is compact and lightweight, and can be powered by batteries, letting you enjoy making sound wherever you go. • Instant recall of 80 factory presets plus 20 additional user programs. • Real-time oscilloscope provides visual feedback of parameter changes. • 16-step monophonic sequencer can automate up to 4 synth parameters. • Sync In and Sync Out jacks allow you to expand your session setup.

  • Page 3: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram AUDIO IN VCO 1 level VCO 1 WAVE SHAPE PITCH OUTPUT RING DRIVE SYNC VCO 2 WAVE SHAPE VCO 2 level PITCH NOISE NOISE gate wave shape amount 100%...

  • Page 4: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections Front Panel Controls This diagram shows the layout of the front panel knobs, switches, and buttons. 10 11 MASTER knob MIXER SEQUENCER VCO 1 knob TEMPO knob DRIVE knob VCO 2 knob KEY TRG/HOLD button OCTAVE switch MOTION/SLIDE/ FILTER NOTE switch Slider CUTOFF knob EDIT RESONANCE knob VCO 1 EDIT MODE button WAVE switch WRITE button SHAPE knob TYPE switch EXIT button ATTACK knob VCO 2 SEQUENCER DECAY knob OCTAVE switch PLAY button...

  • Page 5: Rear Panel Connections

    SYNC cable Monitor speakers Sound module, rhythm machine, etc. (with internal amp) SYNC IN OUTPUT MIDI OUT Mixer MIDI keyboard, rhythm machine, etc. Groove machine Microphone Connecting to audio devices • Connect your powered monitor speaker, mixer or other components to the OUTPUT jack (monaural output) of the monologue. Adjust the volume level using the MASTER knob. • Connect your headphones to the headphones jack. This jack outputs the same signal as that of the OUTPUT jack. • Connect external sound sources, such as another synthesizer, to the AUDIO IN jack (monaural input).

  • Page 6: Turning The Monologue On And Off

    Turning the monologue On and Off Before you turn the monologue On: Installing batteries Make sure that the monologue’s power is turned off. Open the battery cover on the monologue’s bottom panel. While pressing the latch, pull upward and remove. Insert six AA batteries, taking care to observe the cor- rect polarity (+/− orientation). Use alkaline or nickel-metal hydride batteries.
  • Page 7 Turn the MASTER knob of the monologue to the left to turn the volume all the way down. Also, turn the volume all the way down on any external output devices that might be connected, such as powered monitor speakers. Hold down the Power switch on the rear panel of the monologue; to turn off the power after the display goes blank, take your finger off the power switch. Once you have turned the monologue off, wait about 10 seconds be- fore turning the monologue on again.
  • Page 8 Auto Power Off Feature The monologue features an Auto Power Off feature that can automatically turn the monologue off after 4 hours have elapsed with no operation of the knobs, switches, buttons, or keyboard of the monologue. By default, the factory setting for the Auto Power Off is enabled. The Auto Power Off can be disabled using the steps below. 2, 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Press the EDIT MODE button. The monologue will enter the Edit Mode, and the display will look like the illustration shown below. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob, and select GLOBAL EDIT. GLOBAL EDIT can also be selected by pressing the EDIT MODE button. Press button 8 twice. “Auto Power Off” will be displayed. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob, and select “Off”.

  • Page 9: Playing Programs And Sequences

    Playing Programs and Sequences Selecting and Playing a Program The monologue comes equipped with 100 Programs. Of those, 80 are ready-to- play preset Programs and 20 locations are available to save your own sounds and custom edits. Each Program includes settings for the sound, as well as sequence data settings. Make sure EDIT MODE button is unlit. Enter the Play mode. When the monologue is turned on, it will automatically enter the Play mode. In the Play mode, verify that the EDIT MODE button on the front panel are unlit. If the EDIT MODE button is lit, press the EXIT button. The PLAY or REC buttons will light to indicate when the sequence data saved in a Program is being played back or is recording. You can still select other Programs in this state, but press the PLAY button if you wish to stop the Sequencer. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to select a Program.

  • Page 10: Playing The Sequencer

    Turn the DRIVE knob to adjust the drive effect, which adds harmonics and distortion to the sound. In addition, you can move the Slider from left to right to add real-time performance control. The parameter assigned to the slider will vary depending on the Program. Rrefer to “Program List” (p. 55) to see which parameter is assigned to the slider in each Program. The Slider Assign function in PROGRAM EDIT mode is used to as- sign parameters to the slider (“Slider Assign”, p. 31). Playing the Sequencer Each Program in the monologue includes sequence data. In this section, we’ll play the sequence data saved as part of the preset Programs. 2, 3 Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to select a Program. The display will indicate the Program name and number. Press the PLAY button in the SEQUENCER section. The sequence data that is recorded in the current Program will begin playing. The 1–16 buttons will light up in steps while the sequencer is playing. If you press the KEY TRG/HOLD button (the button will stay lit) in- stead of the PLAY button and then play the keyboard, the sequence data will play back while a key is being pressed. If you hold down the KEY TRG/HOLD button (the button will begin to blink) and then play the keyboard, the sequence data will keep playing back, even af- ter you take your hand off the keyboard. Press a different key on the...
  • Page 11 The Sequencer tempo is set for each Program in the SEQ EDIT mode and saved as part of the Program, but you can adjust the tempo from 56.0 to 240.0 BPM (Beats Per Minute) by turning the TEMPO knob. Press the PLAY button once more to end the Sequencer playback.

  • Page 12: Programs

    Programs Program Architecture Each monologue Program includes settings for the Oscillators, Mixer, Filter, EGs and LFO, as well as a 16-Step Sequencer plus Effects. Try editing each related parameter, and enjoy changing the sounds of the monologue. Basic Parametres MASTER MIXER VCO1 WAVE DRIVE VCO2 MODE VCO 1 RATE FILTER WAVE Sequence Data SHAPE CUTOFF TARGET RESONANCE VCO 2 LSEQ NOTE [STEP 1 16] OCTAVE TEMPO GATE TIME [STEP 1 16]...

  • Page 13: Creating Sounds

    In Program mode, select the Program that you want to use as a starting point. Use the knobs and switches on the front panel. Take a moment to consider the differences between the current Program and the sound you have in mind, and use the front panel controls to edit the necessary parameters. For details on how the pitch, sound, and volume change when using the knobs and switches, refer to “Basic Parameter Editing” (p. 15). We recommend that you save the Program on the monologue after editing the sound. Any edits that you make will be lost if you turn off the power or recall a different Program. For details, refer to “Saving a Program” (p. 14). Creating a Program from Scratch To create a sound from scratch, we recommend that you use the Panel Load function. This will load the current settings of each front panel control and provide a simple starting point for your iconic creations.

  • Page 14: Saving A Program

    Any edits that you make to the current program will be lost if you turn off the power or recall a different program before saving. Edit the program in Play mode. For details, refer to “Basic Parameter Editing” (p. 15). Press the WRITE button; the monologue will enter the Write standby mode, and the WRITE button will blink. The message “Where to write?” will appear in the display. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to select the Program number where your new sound will be saved.

  • Page 15: Basic Parameter Editing

    Basic Parameter Editing In this section, we’ll explain the basic parameters that make up a program. The basic parameters are assigned to the knobs and switches on the front panel. VCO 1, VCO 2 VCO: Voltage Controlled Oscillator There are two oscillators in the monologue. Oscillator Parameters include the settings for the pitch of the sound (OCTAVE, PITCH) and the waveform (WAVE, SHAPE). The PITCH for VCO 1 is locked to the main OCTAVE switch. The tuning for the entire keyboard is set using “Master Tune” in GLOBAL EDIT mode. For details, refer to “Master Tune” (p. 38). VCO 1 WAVE switch This sets the waveforms for Oscillator 1. Sawtooth wave: This waveform is used to create sounds typical of ana- log synthesizers, such as synth basses and brass. Triangle wave: This waveform has a rounder feel than the sawtooth or square wave. Square wave: This waveform is used for electronic and wind instrument sounds.
  • Page 16 SHAPE knob [0...1023] This knob will determine the final shape, complexity, or duty-cycle (Square) of the selected waveform. 1023 VCO 2 OCTAVE switch [16’ , 8’ , 4’ , 2’] The pitch of Oscillator 2 can be set in octave steps. PITCH knob [−1200...+1200] The pitch, or tuning, of the Oscillator 2 can be set using one- cent steps. Turning the PITCH knob while holding the SHIFT button will change the tuning by semitones (100 cents). WAVE switch This sets the waveforms for Oscillator 2. Sawtooth wave: This waveform is used to create sounds typical of analog syn- thesizers, such as synth basses and brass. Triangle wave: This waveform has a rounder feel than the sawtooth or square wave. Noise wave: This waveform can be used on its own, or mixed with the Oscilla- tor to create percussion instrument sounds, or sound effects such as surf.
  • Page 17 RING/SYNC switch [OFF, ON] This switch turns the Oscillator sync and ring modulator on or off. When the switch is in the center position, both the oscillator sync and the ring modulator will be turned off. SYNC: With this type of modulation, the phase of Oscillator 2 is forcibly syn- chronized to the phase of Oscillator 1. This adds harmonic overtones to the frequency of Oscillator 2, making a complex waveform. VCO 1 Wave Sync VCO 2 Wave (original) VCO 2 Wave (output) RING: This produces a ring modulation effect. Oscillator 1 is used to ring-mod- ulate Oscillator 2. By adjusting the PITCH knob of Oscillator 2, you can create non-tonal metallic sounds. VCO 1 VCO 2 RING MOD SHAPE knob [0...1023] This knob will determine the final shape, complexity, or duty-cycle (Square) of the selected waveform. 1023...
  • Page 18 MIXER The mixer is used to set the relative levels of Oscillators 1 and 2. VCO 1 knob [0...1023] VCO 2 knob [0...1023] These knobs control the output levels of Oscillators 1 and 2. FILTER VCF: Voltage Controlled Filter The low-pass filter shapes the tone by selectively filtering certain parts of the harmonic spectrum of the sound generated by the Oscillators and the Noise generator. CUTOFF knob [0...1023] This knob is used to set the cutoff frequency. Harmonic content above the cutoff frequency will be filtered out. Turning the knob to the left will lower the cutoff frequency, and turning the knob to the right will raise the cutoff frequency. If the CUTOFF value is set too low, the volume may be extremely low. RESONANCE knob [0...1023] Also known as Peak or Q, the RESONANCE control adds additional emphasis to the overtones occurring at the CUTOFF frequency, giving a distinctive char- acter to the sound. Turning the knob to the right will increase the resonance effect. Low resonance value High resonance value The overtones that are emphasized will change depending on the cut- off frequency. For this reason, it’s good to adjust the CUTOFF knob while adjusting the RESONANCE knob.
  • Page 19 EG: Envelope Generator You can make time-based changes to the VCA, pitch or cutoff by using the TYPE switch The settings made here will change the VCA and TARGET parameters over time, as shown below. When using GATE, time-based changes cannot be made to the VCA. TARGET settings TYPE （Amp EG） PITCH, PITCH 2 (Pitch EG),  CUTOFF (Filter EG) (A/D: Attack/Decay) Attack Decay Attack Decay (A/G/D: Attack/Gate/Decay) Attack Decay Attack Decay (GATE) Attack Decay ATTACK knob [0...1023] The ATTACK specifies the time required for the EG to reach its maximum level once a new note is played. DECAY knob [0...1023] When the TYPE switch is set to “A/D” or “GATE”, this sets the amount of time until the level becomes 0 after the maximum level is reached.
  • Page 20 INT knob [−511...0...+511] Specifies the intensity of the EG. Turning the knob to the right will increase the intensity. When turning the INT knob while holding down the SHIFT button, the effect will move in a negative direction. TARGET switch [PITCH, PITCH 2, CUTOFF] Selects which parameter will be affected by the EG. PITCH: The EG will affect the PITCH of VCO 1 and VCO 2. PITCH 2: The EG will affect the PITCH of VCO 2. CUTOFF: The EG will affect the CUTOFF of the FILTER. LFO: Low Frequency Oscillator The LFO (low-frequency oscillator) is used to make cyclical changes in the pitch and volume of the sound. Depending on its target, the LFO can provide vibrato (PITCH); Tonal changes to the Oscillators (SHAPE); or Wah-Wah (CUTOFF) effects. WAVE switch The LFO can be set to a sawtooth wave ( ), a triangle wave ( ), or a square wave ( ). MODE switch [FAST, SLOW, 1-SHOT] Specifies the range of change and action for the LFO frequency. FAST: The range of speed for the LFO frequency will be from 0.5 Hz–2.8 kHz. SLOW: The range of speed for the LFO frequency will be from 0.05 Hz–28 Hz. 1-SHOT: The LFO will stop one half-cycle after a sound is made. The range of speed for the LFO frequency will be from 0.05 Hz–28 Hz.
  • Page 21 RATE knob [0...1023 / 1/8, 1/16, 1/32...1/1024, 1/2048 / 4, 2, 1, 0, 3/4...1/64] The rate knob adjusts the speed of the LFO. Turning the knob to the right will increase the LFO speed. The values indicated here depend on the LFO BPM Sync (p.33) settings in the PROGRAM EDIT mode, and the MODE switch, as shown below. LFO BPM Sync MODE switch 0–1023 FAST 1/8, 1/16, 1/32...1/1024, 1/2048 SLOW, 1-SHOT 4–1/64 When the Parameter Disp of GLOBAL EDIT mode is set to All, you can see the value (“Parameter Disp”, p. 44). INT knob [0...1023] The INT knob adjusts the intensity of the LFO. Turning the knob to the right will increase the LFO intensity. When turning the INT knob while holding down the SHIFT button, the effect will move in a negative direction. TARGET switch [PITCH, SHAPE, CUTOFF] Selects the parameter where the LFO modulation will be applied.

  • Page 22: Sequencer

    Sequencer In this section, we’ll explore real-time recording, step recording, and motion se- quence recording, as well as how to edit the recorded sequences (step edit). Real-Time Recording Recording a performance This feature allows you to record your performance on the monologue key- board in real time. 1, 5 2, 4 Press the PLAY button in the SEQUENCER section to play the sequencer. The PLAY button will light. Press the REC button. Real-time recording will begin, and the REC button will light. Play the keyboard. The notes that you play on the keyboard will be overdubbed (added to the recording of the sequence data). Press the REC button once more to stop the recording.
  • Page 23 Step Recording Press the REC button in the SEQUENCER section while the sequencer is stopped. “STEP REC” and “STEP 1” will be indicated in the display. If the sequence has already been recorded, the note names will be indicated in the display. Select the step you wish to edit. For instance, use button 3 to select step 3. Use the keyboard, REST button and other controls to edit the notes. When you record a note, rest, or tie in step mode, the display will automati- cally move to the next step. Recording notes The note name for the keys you press on the keyboard will be indicated in the display. Check the note name in the display, and if it is correct, release your finger to record that note and to move to the next step. If the note name is not correct, just play the correct key while continuing to hold down the wrong key. Check the note indicated in the display, and take your finger off the keyboard to move to the next step.

  • Page 24: Mortion Sequence

    Press the PLAY button to play the sequencer. Set the MOTION/SLIDE/NOTE switch to MOTION. “MOTION VIEW” will be shown on the display, and the motion that is saved to the program will be graphically displayed. Press the REC button. Real-time recording will begin. Move the knobs and switches on the monologue. A Motion Sequence of the knobs and switches you moved will be recorded. You can record up to 4 Motion Sequences for the knobs and switches. If you exceed this limit, the message “Motion Full” will be indicated in the display, and the display will enter MOTION CLEAR in the SEQ EDIT mode. When this happens, delete a previously-recorded Motion Sequence before recording a new one (“Deleting a Motion Sequence”, p. 25). After the set number of steps have finished recording, the Motion Se- quence will automatically finish recording as well.
  • Page 25 Deleting a Motion Sequence If you try to record a fifth Motion Sequence, the message “Motion Full” will be indicated in the display. When this happens, the display will enter MOTION CLEAR in the SEQ EDIT mode, and you will be able to delete one of the previ- ously recorded Motion Sequences. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Check that the monologue is on the MOTION CLEAR function, in the SEQ EDIT mode. “MOTION CLEAR” will be indicated in the display. You can delete Motion Sequences one at a time here. Press the EXIT button to cancel deleting the Motion Sequence. Press button 10, and select the motion to delete.
  • Page 26 Editing sequence data (step edit) With step edit, you can change and adjust notes, slides and motion sequences in the sequence data you record. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Select the program that includes the sequence data you wish to edit. Edit the sequence data using the MOTION/SLIDE/NOTE switch and but- tons 1–16. When the MOTION/SLIDE/NOTE switch is set to NOTE Pressing buttons 1–16 will turn the notes recorded for the corresponding steps on (the button will light) or off (the button will go dark). For steps that are turned on, the corresponding notes will play; and for steps that are...
  • Page 27 When a knob is turned while one button is held down, motion will be re- corded for that step. When a knob is turned while multiple buttons are held down, a motion will be recorded for those steps. For example, when turning the INT knob of the LFO to 50% while holding down buttons 3 and 5, the INT 50% setting for the LFO will be recorded on both steps 3 and 5. Although only continuous value changes can be record- ed when recording a motion sequence with real-time recording, this func- tion can be used to record motion changes for each step. Press the REC button and move the knobs or switches during sequencer playback to record a motion sequence. Pressing buttons 1–16 while holding down SHIFT will turn the active step for the corresponding steps ON (the button will light) or OFF (the button will go dark). During sequencer playback or step recording, the steps will be skipped if their active step is turned OFF. When the number of steps that are recorded are finished, editing will au- tomatically stop. Other editing functions Use the SEQ EDIT mode when setting the Step Length and Step Resolution parameters during sequence step recording, as well as for deleting sequence data, or for editing or deleting motions. For details, refer to “SEQ EDIT mode” (p. 35).

  • Page 28: Edit Mode

    Edit Mode Although nearly all of the monologue’s main parameters can be edited using the knobs and switches on the panel, other detailed parameters are accessed using the Edit mode. There are three sub-modes within the Edit mode: PROGRAM EDIT mode, SEQ EDIT mode, and GLOBAL EDIT mode. How to enter the Edit mode 1, 2 4, 6 2, 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Press the EDIT MODE button. Each Edit mode is shown in the display, and the buttons light. Press the EDIT MODE button repeatedly—or use the PROGRAM/VAL- UE knob—to advance to the PROGRAM EDIT mode, SEQ EDIT mode, or...
  • Page 29 Press one of buttons 1–16 that are lit up. The monologue will enter the respective Edit page, and the parameter names will be indicated on the display. Switch to a different page by pressing the same button in succession. Refer to “Edit Mode Parameter List” (p. 30) for a list of the parameters on each edit page. After you have configured the parameters in PROGRAM EDIT mode and/or SEQ EDIT mode, press the WRITE button to save your changes. The display will indicate the message “Where to write?”. If you do not save your changes and select another Program after you have configured the parameters in the PROGRAM EDIT mode and the SEQ EDIT mode, your settings will be lost.

  • Page 30: Edit Mode Parameter List

    Edit Mode Parameter List...

  • Page 31: Program Edit Mode

    PROGRAM EDIT mode Button 5 (PORTAMENTO) Portamento Time [Off, 0...127] Portamento produces a continuous glide in pitch between notes; this parameter controls the portamento time. Off: No portamento effect is applied. The larger the value, the longer the portamento time. Portamento Mode [Auto, On] Auto: When playing in a legato style (playing a new note before any previously played note is released), portamento will be applied. On: Portamento will be applied, even when fully releasing a key and then playing the next note. Slide Time [0%...100%] This sets the length of the slide. The larger the value, the longer the slide time. Button 6 (SLIDER FUNC) The Slider offers real-time control over a specific parameter of your choosing. In addition, the slider can be used as a pitch bend controller. Slider Assign [PITCH BEND...PORTAMENTO] You can assign any one these performance parameters to the slider: PITCH BEND GATE TIME VCO 1 PITCH VCO 1 SHAPE VCO 2 PITCH...
  • Page 32 LFO RATE LFO INT PORTAMENTO Slider Range [–100%...0%...+100%] Adjusts how much the parameters change when the slider is moved. Bend Range + [1 Note...12 Note] If the Slider is set to PITCH BEND, this parameter specifies how much pitch bend will be applied when moving the slider in the plus (right) direction. Bend Range – [1 Note...12 Note] If the Slider is set to PITCH BEND, this parameter specifies how much pitch bend will be applied when moving the slider in the minus (left) direction. Button 7 (PITCH SETTINGS) Microtuning [Equal Temp...Reverse, AFX 001...006, USER SCALE 1...6, USER OCTAVE 1...6] This sets the program's microtuning. Preset tunings or user tunings that you have edited yourself can be selected. Equal Temp (Equal Temperament): Spacing all semitones at equal pitch inter- vals, this temperament is the most widely used.
  • Page 33 DC 001...003: These are an original scale created by Dorian Concept, set for the entire note range. USER SCALE 1...6: These are user-programmed scales with different settings for all MIDI notes. You can set them up in PROGRAM EDIT mode. For details, refer to “Microtuning function” (p. 47). USER OCTAVE 1...6: These are user-programmed scales with settings for each of the 12 notes in an octave. You can set them up in PROGRAM EDIT mode. For details, refer to “Microtuning function” (p. 47). Scale Key [−12 Note...+12 Note] This sets the key for the scale set using microtuning. The preset tunings are in the key of C, but you can use this scale key parameter to change the key to something besides C. For instance, if you want to change the key to “D”, set Scale Key to “+2”. Note that this setting will be disabled when using “Equal Temp” microtuning. Program Tuning [−50 Cent...+50 Cent] Sets the tuning of the program in cents (1 semitone=100 cents), within a range of ±50 cents. Button 8 (OTHER SETTINGS) LFO BPM Sync [Off, This function allows you to choose whether the LFO frequency will be syn- chronized with the BPM of the Sequencer. Off: The LFO frequency will not be synchronized. When the LFO RATE knob is turned, the LFO Rate value changes continuously within the 0–1023 range (“RATE knob”, p. 21).
  • Page 34 Cutoff Velocity [0%...100%] Specifies how the velocity (keyboard playing dynamics) will affect the cutoff frequency, allowing louder notes to appear brighter, etc. 0%: Velocity will not affect the cutoff frequency. 50%: Velocity will affect the cutoff frequency, but at only half the amount pro- duced at 100%. 100%: Playing the keys harder will increase the cutoff frequency, while playing the keys softer will decrease the cutoff frequency. Amp Velocity [0...127] Amp Velocity is used to specify how much the volume will change according to the keyboard velocity. 0: The velocity will not affect the volume. The larger the value, the more effect that keyboard velocity will have on volume. Program Level [−25...+25] Program Level allows you to adjust the volume of a Program relative to other Programs. Increasing this value will make the volume louder. Button 9 (PROGRAM NAME) You can create a Program Name up to 12 characters in length. Rotate the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to select the desired character, then press button 1 to move the cursor to the next position. Button 11 (INITIALIZE) This button initializes the current Program. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to initialize the Program. The display will indicate the message “Initialized”.

  • Page 35: Seq Edit Mode

    Button 12 (DUMP) This button initiates a Program dump. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to send a SysEx Program dump from the monologue’s MIDI OUT and USB B connector. The display will indicate the message “Pro- gram Dump”. SEQ EDIT mode Button 5 (BPM) [10.0...600.0] This parameter sets the tempo of the Sequencer in Beats Per Minute (BPM). Button 6 (SEQ PARAMETER) This group provides control of various Sequencer timing and resolution pa- rameters such as Gate Time, Swing, etc. Step Length [1...16] Step Length allows you to set the number of steps used by the Step Sequencer. You can also set the number of steps by turning the PROGRAM/VAL- UE knob in step recording. Step Resolution [1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1/1] The Step Resolution is used to set the length of each Step Sequencer step. 1/16: A single step will be set to the length of a sixteenth note. 1/1: A single step will be set to the length of one measure. Use this when you want to play long chords.
  • Page 36 Button 7 (SEQ CLEAR) This function provides a convenient way to erase all data within a specific se- quence. All Clear When using All Clear, all notes and Motion Sequences contained within the sequence data will be deleted. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to delete the data. The display will indicate the mes- sage “All Cleared”. Motion Clear With Motion Clear, only the Motion Sequences contained within the sequence data will be deleted. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to delete all of the Motion Sequence data. The display will indicate the message “Motion Cleared”. Button 10 (MOTION CLEAR) MOTION CLEAR Unlike the previous motion clear, button 7 allows you to clear motions 1–4 in- dividually. Press button 10 to select the Motion Sequence to delete. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “CLEAR...?” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to delete the data. The display will indicate the mes- sage “Cleared”. While the SHIFT button is pressed, the MOTION VIEW screen will be displayed, where you can see the waveforms for the Motion Se- quences you have recorded.
  • Page 37 Button 11 (MOTION ENABLE) MOTION ENABLE [OFF, ON] By setting this function to OFF, you can disable a particular motion without de- leting the data. Press button 11 to select the Motion Sequence to configure. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob, and select either “OFF” or “ON”. OFF: The Motion Sequence will be disabled, and the parameters will not change (the recorded Motion Sequence will not be deleted). While the SHIFT button is pressed, the MOTION VIEW sscreen will be displayed, where you can see the waveforms for the Motion Se- quences you have recorded. Button 12 (MOTION SMOOTH) MOTION SMOOTH [OFF, ON] The motion of a Motion Sequence can step from one value to the next, or it can transition smoothly from one value to the next by applying Motion Smooth. Press button 12 to select the Motion Sequence to configure, and turn the PRO- GRAM/VALUE knob to select either “OFF” or “ON”. OFF: The Motion Sequence will make changes to the sound in steps. ON: The Motion Sequence will change smoothly, and make smooth changes to the sound. While the SHIFT button is pressed, the MOTION VIEW sscreen will be displayed, where you can see the waveforms for the Motion Se- quences you have recorded.

  • Page 38: Global Edit Mode

    GLOBAL EDIT mode GLOBAL EDIT functions apply to the entire monologue universally. Button 3 (GLOBAL 1) Common to both Oscillators, these functions control the tuning and transposi- tion of the monologue. Master Tune [−50 Cent...+50 Cent] This adjusts the overall tuning of the entire monologue in one-cent units (semi- tone=100 cents), over a range of ±50 cents. 0: A4 is equal to 440 Hz when the Microtuning is set to “Equal Temp”. Transpose [−12 Note...+12 Note] Transposing the keyboard allows you play in a different key using familiar fin- gerings on the keyboard. Button 4 (GLOBAL 2) These functions relate to performance aspects of the monologue—knob opera- tion, local settings, and more. Metronome [Off, On] Sets whether the metronome will be played during real-time recording. Knob Mode [Jump, Catch, Scale] The front panel knobs can operate in one of three modes: Jump: When you turn the knob, the parameter value will jump to the value indicated by the knob. Since this makes it easy to hear the results while editing,...
  • Page 39 If the parameter value does not change In some cases, the parameter value may not change or Motion Sequence recording may not start, even when you turn the knob. This means that the knob mode is set to “Catch”. In this case, the actual value of the parameter you’re editing (the value shown in the display) will not change unless it matches the position of the knob. In Catch mode, the knob position and the value will be linked only after the knob position reaches the actual value. This prevents an unnatural change in sound that is caused when a value suddenly changes. Let’s say that you’ve turned the knob to edit a certain parameter, and that the knob is in the position shown. The actual value of the parameter is at the position shown by the triangle. The parameter value will not change until the knob position reaches the triangle mark. Once the knob has reached the position corresponding to the actual value, the parameter value and the knob position will be linked, and the value will change as you turn the knob. Audio In [Off, On] The audio input jack can be globally enabled or disabled. Off: Any audio signals coming into the jack will be muted. Local SW [Off, On] The local connection makes a link between the monologue keyboard the sound-generating circuitry. Normally, this link is On. However, if you are us- ing the monologue with an external sequencer or sequencing software, you will want to set the local connection to Off to eliminate the double-triggering of notes caused by MIDI echo. Off: The monologue’s keyboard will be internally disconnected from the tone generator.
  • Page 40 Velocity Curve [Type 1...8, Const 127] Changing the Velocity Curve allows you to match the dynamic response of the monologue keyboard to your own playing style and technique. Soft Keyboard Strong This curve requires you to play strongly in order to produce an Type 1 effect. Type 2, 3 Type 4 This is a typical curve. Type 5 This curve produces an effect without requiring you to play very Type 6 strongly. This curve produces a fairly steady effect with little change for Type 7 medium-strength playing. This curve produces a fairly steady effect with little change for Type 8 medium-strength playing (a flatter curve than 7). Const 127 All notes will sound at maximum velocity. Curve types 7 and 8 produce little change for medium-strength playing, and are suitable when keyboard velocity is not required, or when you want to play each note at the same velocity. However, these curves will produce a great deal of change with softly played notes, so the sound may be more difficult to con- trol. Choose the curve that is most appropriate for your playing dynamics or for the effect you want to obtain.
  • Page 41 Sync Out Unit [16th Note, 8th Note] The Sync Out Units determine how far the Sequencer needs to advance in or- der to generate a pulse via the SYNC OUT jack. 16th Note: A pulse will be outputted for every sixteenth note. 8th Note: A pulse will be outputted for every eighth note. When Step Resolution in the SEQ EDIT mode is set to 1/16, a sixteenth note will be equal to one step, and an eighth note will be equal to two steps. Sync In Polarity [Rise, Fall] In order to achieve synchronization with other units, the polarity of the SYNC IN jack may need to be changed. Rise: The monologue will sync to the pulse as it rises to its crest (the highest point) of the waveform. Fall: The monologue will sync to the pulse as it falls to its trough (the lowest point) of the waveform. Sync Out Polarity [Rise, Fall] In order for other units to correctly sync with the monologue, the polarity of the SYNC OUT jack may need to be changed. Rise: The monologue will create a sync pulse as it rises to its crest (the highest point) of the waveform. Fall: The monologue will create a sync pulse as it falls to its trough (the lowest point) of the waveform.
  • Page 42 Button 6 (GLOBAL 4) These parameters relate to the monologue’s MIDI capabilities. MIDI Ch [1...16] In order to communicate, the monologue and your other MIDI devices must be set to the same MIDI channel. This is both the Transmit and Receive channel. Clock Source [Auto (USB), Auto (MIDI), Internal] Many features of the monologue can be sync’d to the tempo or BPM. This pa- rameter allows you to specify whether the clock source is internal, or an exter- nal MIDI Clock Source. Auto (USB), Auto (MIDI): When there is no input, the internal clock will be used; and when input is detected, the internal clock will be synchronized to the clocks from the USB B and MIDI IN connectors respectively. Internal: Only the internal clock to be used. When a cable is plugged into the SYNC IN jack, the internal clock is synchronized to the SYNC IN jack clock, regardless of the MIDI clock settings. En Rx Transport [Off, On] Sets whether Transport-related MIDI system real-time messages (start, stop, continue) can be received or not. MIDI Route [USB+MIDI, USB] MIDI signals can be sent and received via the MIDI and USB connectors, or by the USB connector alone.
  • Page 43 MIDI Rx Pitch Bend [Off, On] Selects whether MIDI pitch bend messages will be received. MIDI Tx Prog Chg [Off, On] Selects whether MIDI program change messages will be transmitted. MIDI Tx CC [Off, On] Selects whether MIDI control change messages will be transmitted. MIDI Tx Pitch Bend [Off, On] Selects whether MIDI pitch bend messages will be transmitted. Button 8 (GLOBAL 6) Configures the type of batteries to be used on the monologue, as well as the display and power settings. Battery Type [Alkaline, Ni-MH] In order to accurately detect the remaining battery power, select the type of battery being used. Alkaline: Use this setting for alkaline batteries. Ni-MH: Use this setting for nickel-metal hydride batteries. The remaining battery level will not be indicated correctly while an AC adapter (sold separately) is connected.
  • Page 44 Auto Power Off [Off, On] Using the Auto Power Off feature, the monologue can be set to automatically turn off after approximately four hours have elapsed without any operation of the knobs, switches, or keyboard, and without any input. Once this occurs, you will need to turn the monologue on again manually. Off: The Auto Power Off feature will be disabled. On: The Auto Power Off feature is enabled. For details, refer to “Auto Power Off Feature” (p. 8) Parameter Disp [Normal, All] Normal: Only major information such as operating the pitch-related knobs or switching the MOTION/SLIDE/NOTE switch will be displayed. All: When any knob except for the MASTER knob is turned, the value is indi- cated; and when operating a switch, the setting is indicated. When the value of the knob or switch is nearly the same as the original, an asterisk (“*”) will be displayed to the right of the value. When the value of the knob or switch is close to the original or when it crosses over the original value, either “Ž” or “” will be displayed. This will be displayed when operating the knob or switch, and will not be dis- played while in Edit mode. Brightness [1...10] Adjusts the display brightness. Continuous use of the monologue while the brightness is set to a high value will have an adverse effect on the overall life of the display. Oscilloscope [Disable, Enable] In place of the Program name and number, the oscilloscope feature can be used to show a waveform tracing of the sound.
  • Page 45 Button 10 (USER SCALE) USER SCALE 1...6 This allows you to set up to six original user scales. The pitches of all of the notes can be changed to create scales with irregular pitches. Pitches can be set in cents by turning the PROGRAM/VALUE knob. Turning the PRO-GRAM/VALUE knob while holding the SHIFT button will change the tun- ing in semitones (100 cents). For details, refer to “Microtuning function” (p. 47). SysEx data for microtuning can be received while this parameter is being displayed. This overwrites the scale currently being edited, re- gardless of what number is specified in the message. Button 11 (USER OCTAVE) USER OCTAVE 1...6 This allows you to set up to six original octave scales. When one of the pitches is changed within the octave, that setting will be reflected throughout the en- tire tonal range. Pitches can be set in cents by turning the PROGRAM/VALUE knob. Turning the PROGRAM/VALUE knob while holding the SHIFT button will change the tun- ing in semitones (100 cents). For details, refer to “Microtuning function” (p. 47). SysEx data for microtuning can be received while this parameter is being displayed. This overwrites the scale currently being edited, re- gardless of what number is specified in the message. Button 12 (SCALE CLEAR) USER SCALE 1...6 This initializes the microtuning that was edited using USER SCALE 1–6, button 10. Press button 12 to select the microtuning to initialize. Turn the PROGRAM/ VALUE knob until "Press WRITE" is indicated on the display, and then press the WRITE button.
  • Page 46 Button 13 (SCALE DUMP) USER SCALE 1...6 This transmits the microtuning that was edited using USER SCALE 1–6 as a general SysEx message. Press button 13 to select the microtuning to transmit via SysEx. Turn the PRO- GRAM/VALUE knob until "Press WRITE" is indicated on the display, and then press the WRITE button. USER OCTAVE 1...6 This transmits the microtuning that was edited using USER OCTAVE 1–6 as a general SysEx message. Press button 13 to select the microtuning to transmit via SysEx. Turn the PRO- GRAM/VALUE knob until "Press WRITE" is indicated on the display, and then press the WRITE button. Button 15 (ALL DUMP) These parameters allow you to perform a dump of all the internal data, either via MIDI or via USB. All Dump (USB) Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink. Press the WRITE button to transmit the MIDI data dump via the USB B connec- tor. The display will indicate the message “Transmitting”. The data will take about 10 seconds to transmit. If the USB cable is not connected, or if the MIDI IN port on the PC is not open, the data will not be transmitted. All Dump (MIDI) Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob until “Press WRITE” is indicated in the dis- play. The WRITE button will blink.

  • Page 47: Other Functions

    Other functions Tuning As with all analog instruments, the monologue’s circuitry can drift over time during performance due to changes in environment and temperature. The monologue provides an auto-tuning function that automatically tunes the in- strument’s analog circuits on demand, to correct for any analog drift. As you continue to play the monologue for a while right after you’ve turned it on, the pitch and tone may gradually drift. If the pitch drift becomes notice- able, use the steps below to tune the instrument. This will manually bring the monologue back into tune. Press the REC button while holding down the SHIFT button. Tuning will begin, and the display will indicate “Tuning...”. The tuning will take about 15 seconds. During tuning, you will temporarily be unable to play the monologue. Microtuning function Microtuning is a method of changing the equal temperament tuning scale nor- mally used on the keyboard to a different tuning. The monologue includes different preset microtunings, and allows you to cre- ate your own microtunings. There are 12 microtunings available for editing. Six of these tunings are “user scales”, where the pitch of any note on the keyboard can be changed; and the remaining six tunings are “user octaves”, where the tunings of each key in a single octave can be changed, which will then repeat across the keyboard. A different microtuning can be selected for each program on the monologue. For details, refer to “Microtuning” (p. 32), PROGRAM EDIT mode. Editing the microtuning...
  • Page 48 Let’s now edit USER SCALE 3. Enter GLOBAL EDIT mode by pressing the EDIT MODE button. Press button 10 three times. USER SCALE 3 will be indicated on the display. Play the note you wish to edit on the keyboard. The note name will be indicated on the display. When this screen is displayed, the microtuning currently being edited will be used when playing sound. Up to four notes can be edited at the same time, by pressing up to four keys together on the keyboard. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to set how many cents the note played will deviate from equal temperament tuning.

  • Page 49: Restoring The Factory Settings

    Restoring the Factory settings You can restore the monologue’s preset Programs and global settings to their original factory-set state at any time. Begin with the monologue turned Off. While holding down the WRITE button and the EXIT button, turn the monologue On. “FACTORY RESET” will be indicated in the display. Turn the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to select the items you wish to reset to the factory default settings.

  • Page 50: Shortcuts Using The Shift Button

    Shortcuts using the SHIFT button By holding down the SHIFT button as you press other select buttons, you can access a number of convenient features quickly and easily. Function SHIFT button + Loads the state of the front panel switches and Load panel When in Play mode: knobs into the selected Program. information PLAY button Used to make the sound match the state of the (LOAD PNL) controls on the front panel. When the monologue’s sound generator is not making any sound, auto-tuning occurs auto- matically; but you can use this function to re- tune the monologue manually in Play mode if the tuning seems to be drifting. When in Play mode: Tuning The internal temperature tends to changes (TUNING) REC button more right after the power is turned on, which may cause the instrument to go out of tune. Press the REC button while holding down the SHIFT button again to cancel manual tuning, if you accidentally started it by mistake. Deletes all sequence data for the selected Pro- gram (including notes and Motion Sequence settings). Delete sequence When in Play mode:...

  • Page 51: Understanding Midi

    When MIDI cables are used to connect two or more MIDI devices, performance data can be exchanged between the devices, even if they were made by differ- ent manufacturers. MIDI data can also be exchanged between the monologue and your personal computer using a single USB cable. The monologue lets you assign MIDI con- trol change numbers (CC#) to the major parameters that affect the sound, and control these parameters from an external MIDI sequencer while you play the tone generator. You can also use the front panel knobs or buttons to transmit these control change messages, in order to control an external MIDI device. You can also synchronize the monologue’s tempo to the MIDI clock of an ex- ternal MIDI sequencer or other device, so that the monologue will play in time with the external device and with any changes you make. Connecting Devices via MIDI and USB Controlling an external MIDI device from the monologue If you want to use the monologue’s keyboard, controllers, and sequencer to play sounds on or to control an external MIDI tone generator, connect the monologue’s MIDI OUT connector to the external MIDI tone generator’s MIDI IN connector using a MIDI cable. MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI tone generator monologue...
  • Page 52 Controlling the monologue from an external MIDI device If you want to play or control the monologue from another MIDI keyboard, sequencer, or other device, connect the MIDI OUT connector of the external MIDI device to the monologue’s MIDI IN connector with a MIDI cable. MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI keyboard monologue Connecting the monologue to a computer via MIDI You might want to play the monologue’s keyboard and record your perfor- mance on an external MIDI sequencer or computer (connected using the MIDI interface), and then play the monologue while monitoring or playing back what you recorded. You also might want to use the monologue as both an in- put device for playing notes and as a MIDI tone generator. In either case, you’ll need to connect the MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector on both the monologue and the external MIDI sequencer or computer. MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI interface MIDI IN...

  • Page 53: Midi-Related Settings

    Connecting the monologue to a computer via USB In order to use a USB connection, you’ll need to install the Korg USB-MIDI driver on your computer. Download the “Korg USB-MIDI driver” from the Korg website, and install it as described in the accompanying documentation. If either the MIDI connection or the USB connection is not working properly, check the settings in button 6 (MIDI Route) of the GLOBAL EDIT mode (“MIDI Route”, p. 42). MIDI-Related Settings Setting the MIDI channel In order to exchange data with a connected external MIDI device, you must set the monologue’s MIDI channel to match the MIDI channel of the external MIDI device. Use the button 6 (MIDI Ch) in the GLOBAL EDIT mode to set the monologue’s MIDI channel (“MIDI Ch”, p. 42). When synchronizing to an external MIDI device, refer to that device’s Owner’s manual. Configuring the MIDI “LOCAL” setting when connected to an external MIDI sequencer or computer...
  • Page 54 Use these settings to configure whether program changes, control changes and pitch bend messages will be transmitted and received. Use “Button 7 (GLOBAL 5)” (p.43) to make these detailed settings. Synchronizing the Sequencer Use the “Clock Source” setting on button 6 in the GLOBAL EDIT mode to set whether the monologue will be the master (the device controlling the syn- chronization) or the slave (the device being controlled) when the Sequencer is played (“Clock Source”, p. 42). When synchronizing to an external MIDI device, refer to that device’s Owner’s manual. Using the monologue as the master to slave external MIDI devices Connect the MIDI OUT connector of the monologue to the MIDI IN connector on your external MIDI device(s). In the GLOBAL EDIT mode, set the Clock Source of the monologue to “Inter- nal”, and configure the external MIDI device to receive clock data via MIDI. The monologue will act as the master, and the tempo that is set using the TEM- PO knob on the monologue will be sent as MIDI timing clock data to operate the external MIDI device (sequencers, rhythm machines, and so on). Slaving the monologue clock to an external MIDI device Connect the MIDI IN connector of the monologue to the MIDI OUT connector on your external MIDI device.

  • Page 55: Program List

    PITCH BEND Yebisu303 46 Ghost Town Lead PITCH BEND Yebisu303 Fake3OSC PITCH BEND Yebisu303 47 Childhood Lead RESONANCE KORG Inc. Arc Lead Lead PITCH BEND KORG Inc. 48 On the Moon Lead PITCH BEND KORG Inc. <Flute> PITCH BEND Aphex Twin 49 <phaseClks>...

  • Page 56: Specifications

    Specifications Keyboard: 25 keys (slim keyboard, velocity sensitive) Sound Generation: Analog synthesis Number of programs: 100 (80 preset programs, 20 user programs) Each program includes microtuning and sequence data settings Main synthesis parameters MASTER: DRIVE VCO 1: WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, SQUARE), SHAPE VCO 2: OCTAVE, WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, NOISE), SYNC/RING, PITCH, SHAPE MIXER: VCO1, VCO2 FILTER: CUTOFF, RESONANCE EG: TYPE (A/D, A/G/D, GATE) ATTACK, DECAY, INT, TARGET (PITCH, PITCH 2, CUTOFF) LFO: WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, SQUARE), MODE (FAST, SLOW, 1-SHOT), RATE, INT, TARGET (PITCH, SHAPE, CUTOFF) Sequencer: 16-step monophonic sequencer Motion sequence can be used on up to four param- eters Microtuning: 32 settings (20 Preset tunings / 6 User scales / 6 User octaves) Each setting can be set the key. Controls: 23 dedicated panel controls deliver immediate pa- rameter access A slider can control different parameters for each program Display: Real-time OLED oscilloscope provides visual feed-...
  • Page 57 Power supply: AA alkaline battery x 6 or AA nickel-metal hydride battery x 6 Or AC adapter (DC 9V ) (optional) Battery life: Approximately 6 hours (using alkaline batteries) Approximately 8 hours (using nickel-metal hydride batteries) Battery life will vary depending on the batteries used and on the conditions of use. Power consumption: 2.5 W Dimensions (W x D x H): 350 x 276 x 76 mm 13.78 x 10.87 x 2.99 inches Weight: 1.7 kg/3.78 lbs. (excluding batteries) Operating temperature: 0–+40 ˚C (non-condensing) Included items: AA alkaline battery x 6, Quick Start Guide, Precau- tions Options: AC adapter (DC 9V ), Sync cable * Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for im- provement * All product names and company names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. * Since the rear panel of this instrument uses natural wood, there will be indi- vidual differences in the wood grain, surface texture and color.

  • Page 58: Midi Implementation Chart

    Bend=On”, the monologue will transmit signals. *2: When the Global setting is "MIDI Rx CC=On”, the monologue will receive signals; and the when Global setting is “MIDI Tx CC=On", the monologue will transmit signals. *3: When the Global setting is “MIDI Rx Prog Chg=On”, the monologue will receive signals; and when the Global setting is “MIDI Tx Prog Chg=On”, the monologue will transmit signals.
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