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Main Features
Supports General MIDI 1/General MIDI 2/GS Format
This unit is a sound module compatible with the General MIDI 1 and 2. It can be used
to play back any song data (General MIDI scores) bearing the General MIDI logo.
This unit is also compatible with the Roland GS format. It can be used to play back
any song data bearing the GS logo.
64-Part/128-Voice Multitimbral
The SC-8850 is a 64-part, 128-voice multitimbral sound module. A single unit can
produce the sounds of a large ensemble. It is an ideal sound module for use with
computers or sequencers.
* This is only when the USB connector or serial connector is used. When the MIDI connectors are used, a
maximum of 32 parts are available.
High-Quality Sounds
The SC-8850 comes with 1,640 high-quality sounds and 63 different drum sound
sets. These sounds include the same sounds as the SC-55/55mkII, SC-88 and SC-
88Pro, allowing song data for those modules to be played back correctly. (p.36)
* Depending on the data, it might be played back slightly differently by the SC-8850.
A complete selection of effects
The effects provided by the SC-8850 include 64 different Insertion effects, which can
be applied to specific parts; 8 types of reverb, 8 types of chorus, 10 types of delay,
and 2-band equalization. In addition, you can adjust parameters for each of these ef-
fects to modify the sound to your taste. (p.79, p.88)
User Sounds
By editing sound parameters such as vibrato, filter and envelope, you can modify
sounds to your taste. There are 256 user sounds and 2 user Drum Sets, allowing you
to create your own sounds and Drum Sets. (p.64)
USB connector provided
A USB connector and a Serial connector are provided for direct connection to an Ap-
ple Macintosh computer or a PC. Using sequencing software, you can play back and
edit song data. (p.12, p.14)
Large LCD screen for viewing the settings
The large graphic LCD provides excellent visibility, and lets you graphically view
the playing status of each part.
Connecting with Other Devices
Audio input jacks with input level adjustment allow you to connect another sound
source, and output it from the audio output jacks mixed with the SC-8850’s own
sound. Two sets of audio output jacks are also provided. (p.19)