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Time Patterns
Root-Based Pattern Delay
The Root-Based Pattern delay is a new concept that, when combined with the Time-
Bender
TM
’s pitch shifting abilities, can create a wide variety of new sounds. Unlike
Multi-tap Pattern delays, every repetition in a root-based pattern begins with the origi-
nal unshifted note that you played. You always hear this unshifted note repeat at the
specified delay time, followed by the rest of the notes in the pattern. The pattern gets
its name from the fact that it is commonly used for arpeggiation. For example, with
3H and 5H voicings, playing a note with a root-based pattern will result in a musically
intelligent arpeggio starting with the note you played. As you turn up the Repeats
knob, the arpeggiation will repeat over a longer time. And because of the root-based
nature of the pattern, you’ll hear the root of the arpeggio during each repetition.
Time Patterns
Pattern Symbol
Number
of Taps
Description
P1
1
Simple Delay
Tap 1: Delay = 100%, Pan = Center, Voice = V1
P2
2
Dual Delay (1/2, 1)
Tap 1 : Delay = 50%, Pan = Left, Voice = V1
Tap 2 : Delay = 100% Pan = Right, Voice = V2
P3
2
Dual Delay (3/4, 1)
Tap 1 : Delay = 75%, Pan = Left, Voice = V1
Tap 2 : Delay = 100% Pan = Right, Voice = V2
P4
2
Dual Delay (1/3, 1)
Tap 1 : Delay = 33%, Pan = Left, Voice = V1
Tap 2 : Delay = 100% Pan = Right, Voice = V2
P5
1
Root-Based Pattern Delay (2/4 time)
Tap 1 : Delay = 50% Pan = Left, Voice = V1
