Roland PhraseLab MC-09, Owner'S Manual

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Creating and playing a loop
What is a loop?
The audio looper has four parts: parts 1 through 4. Each part can record
(capture) a performance from the DSP synthesizer (a pattern from the
LEAD, BASS, or RHYTHM group), or an external audio input. The data
recorded in each part is called a
loop
.
These loops will play back repeatedly (i.e., “loop”) in synchronization to a
standard tempo. You can play all four loops simultaneously, or play just a
specific part.
For part 1, you can use a variety of editing and control functions (Loop
Control) to create even more sophisticated loops.
You can combine your favorite drum breaks and bass lines as a loop, and
take advantage of the Loop Control function to create new songs with
different types of groove. This gives you enormous potential for creating
remixes.
fig.3-1
Audio Looper
Capture Capture Capture
Loop Loop Loop
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4
The captured loop will be
monaural.
For details on the standard
tempo, refer to “About the
tempo” (p. 57).