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SAMPLE MODULE
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5 - SAMPLE LENGTH
Once sampling is initiated, the Emulator II will normally sample until it runs out of
memory or is stopped (see SAMPLE 0, the “stop sampling” function). However,
this function let’s you program a particular sample time; after this time has
elapsed, the Emulator II will stop sampling.
1. With the module active, key in 5. The display says:
Length XX.X secs
Use Slider A
...where XX.X is the time in seconds. If the Bank is empty, this will be 17.6
seconds; if you have already done some sampling, this will be 17.6 seconds
minus the existing sample lengths.
2. Vary Slider A to change the sample length in 200 millisecond increments. When
the display shows the desired time, simply initiate the next function (it is not
necessary to press ENTER). The sample length will remain as set until changed,
or until you pick a different Voice number.
7 - ARM SAMPLING
Upon initiating this function, the Emulator II will begin sampling as soon as the
sound to be sampled exceeds the threshold set with SAMPLE 4, or when sampling
is forced (see SAMPLE 9).
1. With the module active, key in 7. The display’s top line says “Sample Armed”,
while the bottom line shows the moving-bar VU meter (see SAMPLE 1).
2. As soon as the sound to be sampled exceeds the threshold, the Sample module
LED will begin blinking. After reaching the end of the sample length (if set with
SAMPLE 5), being stopped manually (see SAMPLE 0), or when the Emulator II
runs out of memory, the Sample LED will stop blinking and one of two messages
will, appear in the display’s top line. “Sample Overload” indicates that the sound
being sampled exceeded the Emulator II’s headroom (however, this sound is
nonetheless available for use if desired). “Sample is good” indicates that no
overload occurred.
3. If you are not satisfied with the sample, try again by repeating steps 1-3 before
de-activating the module. If you are satisfied with the sample, de-activate the
module. The Emulator II will store the sample as a New Voice, and number it as
assigned during “Define Voice” (SAMPLE 2). To keep the sample as a “safety”
and record another take, activate the SAMPLE module and pick a new Voice
number.