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Slicing and PlayFX can be applied during
Layer, but Layer was intended more as a
performance mode specifically for building
loops as accompaniment.
C.
Layer (Sound on Sound) Mode
Layer is very similar to Echo mode in that the first two REC taps defines the size of the Layer. The differences
are that there's the option to "grow" the layer size in steps of the original length, and layers can be "undone" by
reverting to the previous layer.
The terms "double tap" and "triple tap" refer to sequential taps on the record button (or footswitch) no more than
1 second apart. So even if you're uncoordinated (like me!) they can generally be tapped on a beat: 1,2,3
Setup
When using Layer, it's always better to set the feedback to near 100%. If set too low, the "old" layers will
disappear quickly into oblivion. Setting an EQ Band higher, or reducing the Low EQ band can stop the Bass from
piling up as it tends to, thus keeping the sound clean for many Layers.
Starting a Layer
Usually Layering happens within a piece already playing, i.e. a guitar, so it's important to choose the "downbeat" to
start recording as the audio is already there and at a sync point.
Tap REC button to begin the record. The next Tap on REC will set the base Layer size, and can be a
-Single tap: Switch to play the Layer just recorded, or
-Double tap: Start a new Layer and mix (SOS) the previous layer in.
A single tap any time after this (wait>1 second) will cause this record to end
Adding a Layer
If the new Layer is just playing, a double tap will get it recording again on the next loop point. This is where the
real control begins. It's ok to double tap on the loop point as the Reflex has already anticipated that move and
begun recording a short segment, just in case!
Don't forget to single Tap after it loops (or on the next loop) to switch back to play, or you risk "bridging".
Bridging a Layer
Let's say you want to double (X2) the length of the Layer now playing. With the Reflex it's as easy as double
tapping to switch to Record, then leaving it record over a loop point, then single tapping to switch to play at the
following loop point. The loop will now be doubled, with two of the original loops inside of it.
This can be continued to 4x, 8x, but be careful as there's only so much memory, and if you want to "peel" a Layer,
you'll end up in uncharted territory!
Peeling Back to a Previous Layer
If you want to peel off a Layer, it's as easy as 3 taps on the REC button (triple tap), or footswitch, and the next
Layer will be the previous. It will of course be in play mode. This can be done all the way back to the first Layer.
Stop Layer Play
To stop a layer from playing (or recording) hold the REC
button or footswitch down for longer than 1 second. Once
released, all play and record will stop and Layer is reset.
