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••• JP-8080 TURBO FACTS ••• • Selecting Performances

The JP-8080 Synthesizer Module builds upon the The JP-8080 has 256 Performances arranged into 4
popular JP-8000 Music Synthesizer offering an Groups - User, Preset 1,2 and 3. Use the following
advanced Roland Analog Modeling sound engine. procedure to select a Performance:
Features Include: 1) Press PERFORM so it is not lit.
• Powerful synthesizer module with 38 knobs and 2) Use GROUP UP/DOWN to select a Group.
sliders that transmit MIDI data 3) Press BANK 1-8 followed by NUMBER 1-8.
• 10-voice polyphony
• Using the Arpeggiator
• Unison function with detune for realistic analog sounds
The JP-8080’s arpeggiator allows you to play notes
• External Audio Input allows for processing external audio
simply by holding a chord. Use the following
sources using synthesizer filter, amplifier, and effects
procedure to audition the arpeggiator:
• Onboard Voice Modulator allows external
1) Select Performance “P2:26 Divin’” (see above).
Mic/Vocal/Instrument input using realtime
2) Hold down several keys in the lower octave to
processing with one of three modes: Formant Filter,
audition the arpeggiated Performance.
Filter Bank, and Vocal Morph
3) Try out the following Performances:
• Powerful onboard Arpeggiator and Realtime Phrase
Sequencer (RPS) functions P2:12 Morph Trance P2:22 Groove 4U
• Motion Control function records all slider and knob P2:36 Cherry Blossom P2:76 Burn
movements that can be output via MIDI
• New Preview function for auditioning sounds • Using Audio Synthesis
• SmartMedia Cards for additional data storage The external input on the JP-8080 can be used to
process a signal from a keyboard or other sound source:
• Setup 1) Connect a sound source to the External Instrument
Make sure when connecting the JP-8080 to a MIDI Input and use the INSTRUMENT/LOWER knob to
controller that you use the REMOTE KBD input. This adjust the level.
will allow you to trigger the arpeggiator correctly. 2) Select Performance “P2:87 AUDIO SYNTHESIS” (see
above) and press the LOWER button so it is lit.
• Initialize 3) Trigger your external sound source and use the
Use the following procedure to initialize the JP-8080 JP-8080 knobs and sliders that have the blue
and restore the factory settings: lables under them to change the sound.
1) Press EDIT so it is lit.
• Using Preset Voice Modulator Performances
2) Press BANK 7 [INIT/UTIL] to display “Factory Reset.”
3) Use INC/DEC to display “ALL.” The JP-8080 provides a Vocal Input to process a
4) Press REC, then press WRITE. human voice through the internal oscillators. Use the
following procedure to set up the Voice Modulator for
• Playing the Demo Songs use with a preset Performance:
Using the following procedure to listen to the JP-8080 1) Connect a microphone to the External Input and use
demo songs: the VOCAL/UPPER knob to adjust the level.
1) While holding SHIFT, press EXIT. 2) Select Performance “P2:84 ROBOT VOICE” (see above).
2) Use INC/DEC to select the desired demo song. 3) Hold down a key(s) on your keyboard and speak
3) Press EXIT to halt playback and return to play into the mic.
mode. 4) Try out the following Voice Modulator Performances:

• Using the Preview Function P2:81 VOCAL MORPH FBK

P2:83 VOICE + ARPEGGIO
The JP-8080 allows you to audition sounds without a
MIDI keyboard or other MIDI controller connected.
Use the following procedure: SmartMedia Cards are available in 2 and 4 megabyte
1) Press PREVIEW so it is blinking. versions; SM-2 ($35.00 retail) and SM-4 ($60.00
2) Press any of the BANK 2,3,5-7 or NUMBER 1-8 retail). Up to 8,192 Patches can be stored on one
to audition the sounds. SM-4 card.
3) Press PREVIEW or EXIT when finished.

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