Adding An Ending; Adding Variation To The Rhythm; Inserting A Fill-In - Roland FP-50 Owner's Manual

Adding Accompaniment to Your Performance

Adding an Ending

Here's how to add an ending to the rhythm.
1.
Play a rhythm .
2.
Press the [INTRO/ENDING] button .
The ending will play, and then the rhythm will stop.
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The ending will last longer if the Variation feature is enabled (if
the [VARIATION] button is lit).

Adding Variation to the Rhythm

Two rhythm accompaniment patterns are available: the
original accompaniment pattern and a more colorful variation
accompaniment pattern.
Performers often find it effective to start with the more laid back
original pattern, then switch to the variation as energy builds
during the latter part of the song.
1.
Press the [VARIATION] button to switch the
accompaniment pattern .
[VARIATION] button Explanation
Unlit The original accompaniment pattern is playing.
Lit
The variation accompaniment pattern is playing.
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Inserting a Fill-In

You can insert a short phrase, called a "fill-in, " to your
accompaniment.
Fill-ins help add variety to your performances.
1.
Hold down the [VARIATION] button and press the [–] [+]
buttons .
Value Explanation
ON Insert the fill-in.
OFF Do not insert the fill-in.
The [VARIATION] button blinks while the fill-in is playing.
What's a "Fill-In"?
A short improvisational phrase inserted at the transition is
called a "Fill-In. " The fill-in best suited to the selected Rhythm
is played.