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Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-
rechargable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in
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CAUTION approximately five years. When replacement becomes nec-
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Warning: Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, or
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2 RS7000
PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from
electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited
to, the following:
Power supply/Power cord Water warning
• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required • Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet
voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument. conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may any openings.
have accumulated on it. • Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Use only the supplied power cord/plug.
• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, Fire warning
and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over,
A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.
or roll anything over it.
If you notice any abnormality
Do not open
• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden
• This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to
loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or
disassemble or modify the internal components in any way.
smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power
switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the instrument
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or
damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Power supply/Power cord Location
• Always connect the three-pin attachment plug to a properly grounded power • Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold
source. (For more information about the main power supply, see page 22.) or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal
hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it. components.
• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be • Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment,
used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms. mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or
radio may generate noise.
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-
connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause • Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might
overheating in the outlet. accidentally fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.
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Connections
Backup battery
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the
• This instrument has a built-in lithium backup battery. When you unplug the
power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all
power cord from the AC outlet, the system setup data (Utilitey mode [Page
components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the
255] and other settings) is retained. However, if the backup battery fully
volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the
discharges, this data will be lost. When the backup battery is running low, the
volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening
display indicates “Backup Battery Low.” In this case, immediately save the
level.
data to a Memory Card (SmartMedia)/a SCSI disk (See page 114, 166, 204),
then have qualified Yamaha service personnel replace the backup battery.
Maintenance
Saving data
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint
Saving and backing up your data
thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
• Voice and sequence data you created is lost when you turn off the power to
Handling caution the instrument. Save the data to a Memory Card (SmartMedia)/a SCSI disk
(See page 114, 166, 204) .
• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the instrument.
• System setup data (Utility mode [Page 255] and other settings) is retained
• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the when the power is turned off, as long as the backup battery retains a charge.
panel. If this happens, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power However, the data could be lost due to malfunction or incorrect operation.
cord from the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by qualified Save important data to a Memory Card (SmartMedia)/a SCSI disk.
Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this
Backing up the Memory Card (SmartMedia)/SCSI disk
might discolor the panel or keyboard.
• To protect against data loss through media damage, we recommend that you
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do
save your important data onto two Memory Cards (SmartMedia)/SCSI disks.
not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or
uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If
you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
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Handling and Installation of Options
WARNING
• Before beginning installation, switch off the power to the RS7000 and connected peripherals, and unplug them
from the power outlet. Then remove all cables connecting the RS7000 to other devices. (Leaving the power cord
connected while working can result in electric shock. Leaving other cables connected can interfere with work.)
• Do not disassemble, modify, or apply excessive force to board areas and connectors on the option board and
SIMMs. Bending or tampering with boards and connectors may lead to electric shock, fire, or equipment
failures.
CAUTION
• Before handling an option board or SIMM, you should briefly touch the RS7000 metal casing (or other such
metallic area) with your bare hand so as to drain off any static charge from your body. Note that even a slight
amount of electrostatic discharge may cause damage to these components.
• It is recommended that you wear gloves to protect your hands from metallic projections on the RS7000, SIMMs,
an option board, and other components. Touching leads or connectors with bare hands may cause finger cuts,
and may also result in poor electrical contact or electrostatic damage.
• Take care to avoid dropping screws into the RS7000 unit. If a screw does fall in, be sure to remove it before you
reassemble and power up the unit. Starting the unit with a loose screw inside may lead to improper operation or
equipment failure. (If you are unable to retrieve a dropped screw, consult your Yamaha dealer for advice.)
* Consult your Yamaha dealer if you have any questions regarding installation procedures for the option board or SIMMs.
* If SIMM memory fails to work properly, consult the item's dealer for advice.
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Supplied Accessories
I N T R O D U C T I O N
Thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha MUSIC PRODUCTION STUDIO RS7000.
The Yamaha R7000 brings it all together. Everything you need for professional-level music and
remix production — particularly in dance, techno, hip hop, R&B, and ambient genres — is
included and flawlessly integrated in a system that has been specifically designed to facilitate
modern production techniques. The RS7000 combines a powerful, flexible sequencing system
with a state-of-the-art AWM2 tone generator loaded with an awesome selection of drum kits
and voices, and a sampler which allows you to sample your own sounds and loops and easily
incorporate them into your sequences. All of this is brought together with an interface that is
intuitive and easy while offering the depth and real-time control required by professional
applications.
In order to take maximum advantage of the many advanced features and capabilities offered
by the RS7000, we urge you to read the manual carefully, and keep it in a safe, readily-accessi-
ble location for future reference.
* The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective com-
panies.
* Unauthorized copying of copyrighted software for purposes other than purchaser’s personal use is prohibited.
Supplied Accessories
Please check that the following accessories are included in the RS7000 package.
• CD-ROM × 1 • Memory Card × 1
• AC Power Cord × 1 • Memory Card Security Adapter × 1
• Owner’s Manual (this document) × 1
• “About the Memory Card & CD-ROM” Document × 1
• AC Power Cord • Memory Card Security Adapter
* Refer to the separate “About the Memory Card & CD-ROM” document for information about the contents of the supplied Memory
Card and CD-ROM.
6 RS7000
RS7000 FEATURES
RS7000 FEATURES
(cid:3) Powerful 16-track Sequencer
In the phrase-based PATTERN mode, complete patterns can be quickly assembled by combining indi-
vidual phrases from the vast range of preset phrases provided, or you can record your own using the
extensive selection of drum kits and other voices provided by the internal AWM2 tone generator. Sam-
pled sounds, loops and breakbeats can just as easily be added to the sequence to create the groove
your music demands. Your patterns can be used individually, or the PATTERN CHAIN mode can be
used to automatically sequence specified patterns to create even complex arrangements.
There’s also a SONG mode which functions as a 16-track sequencer with all the features and versatil-
ity you’d expect from a full-blown stand-alone sequencer … and more.
(cid:3) AWM2 Tone Generator
Even electronic sounds change with the times, and the RS7000 is right up to date. The internal AWM2
tone generator system offers more than 1054 pitched voices, and sound effects, as well as 63 top-quality
drum kits — you’ll find what you need for just about any musical genre. You also have a range of voice
editing functions that make it easy to customize and personalize the sound to bring your art to life.
(cid:3) A Wealth of Preset Phrases
Up-to-date preset phrases are provided. Patch these together in the PATTERN mode for an unlimited
range of pattern variations.
(cid:3) Arpeggio Function
5 auto-arpeggio types are ideal for use in dance and techno styles. Arpeggiated phrases can be
recorded to the sequencer and edited as required, or transmitted to other gear via MIDI.
(cid:3) Advanced Sampling and Editing Features
In addition to directly loading sample data in a variety of popular formats, the RS7000 allows you to
record your own samples from CDs or any line-level or microphone source. Once your samples are
recorded they can be trimmed, sliced, looped, and otherwise prepared for playback with the power
and flexibility you’d expect from a stand-alone sampler. And when your samples are ready, they can be
incorporated into patterns and sequences just as easily as the tone-generator voices. You can even
use the sampler to record vocal parts to take your project right up to the final production stage without
using any equipment other than the RS7000.
(cid:3) Real-time Loop Remix and Play Effects
Performance data can be automatically divided and randomly rearranged to create totally new sounds.
Create a range of variations instantly from a drum pattern, for example.
Play effects are also ideal for real-time creative variation, allowing you to tweak timing, note parame-
ters, or harmonization without altering the sequence data.
(cid:3) Real-time Control
Another key requirement for creative freedom in modern music production is real-time sound control.
The RS7000 offers plenty of sonic manipulation capability with a comprehensive range of knobs for
hands-on control of BPM, filter parameters, envelopes, pitch, LFO, and more. The RS7000 also fea-
tures a keyboard and velocity-sensitive pads that allow voices and samples to be played in real time,
as well as switching between sequence sections and tracks, and controlling the track mute and solo
functions. The RS7000 also features mute and scene memory functions which can take “snapshots” of
track mute setups or complete panel-control setups that can be recalled in an instant.
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Using the Owner’s Manual
(cid:3) Memory Card Storage, SCSI, and Memory Expansion
Sequences, phrases, and samples can be conveniently stored on compact, high-capacity memory
cards, or on just about any type of external SCSI storage medium (hard disk, MO, ZIP, etc.) connected
to the RS7000’s SCSI port. You can also connect read-only devices such as a CD-ROM drive to con-
veniently load samples and other data. 2 SIMM slots are provided for memory expansion, allowing the
RES7000 to be packed with up to 64 megabytes of RAM for extra sampling leeway.
(cid:3) I/O Expansion
The optional AEB1 I/O expansion board can be installed in the RS7000 to provide 6 additional individ-
ual analog outputs as well as both coaxial and optical digital input and output.
(cid:3) An Extensive Range of Effects
In today’s music effects are almost as important as the sounds they are applied to. The RS7000 offers
plenty of sound processing power with PLAY FX which function at the sequencing stage to provide
harmonization as well as note and timing variations; a three-stage DSP effect system with VARIA-
TION, DELAY, and REVERB effects; and a MASTER EFFECT stage that offers a range of up-to-date
effects for the overall sound.
(cid:3) In Depth Jobs and Editing
Creating sequences that sound just right can be a tricky business, but the RS7000 makes the job as
smooth and easy as possible with an extensive selection of jobs and editing functions. There’s grid
groove, for example, to give your tracks the kind of groove and feel that straightforward sequencing
simply can’t achieve. In the RS7000 this flexible feature works with samples as well as tone-generator
data for unprecedented “feel” control. Another sampling feature that offers hands-on creative control is
“real time loop remix” — a powerful and easy way to remix your sampled loops while monitoring them
in real time. Then there are jobs to automatically create glides, rolls, crescendos, and other subtleties
that can make a huge difference to the musical mood. If you can image it, the RS7000 can probably do
it. And when you want to really make detailed refinements, the EDIT mode gives you direct access to
individual note and even parameters.
Using the Owner’s Manual
The Manual Structure
The RS7000 Owner’s Manual is broadly divided into 3 main sections: the Tutorial section, the Reference section, and the Appendix.
(cid:3) The Tutorial Section
This section covers basics such as the structure of the RS7000 system, voice selection, recording, sampling, and other
operations that are fundamental to the RS7000.
(cid:3) The Reference Section
This section includes detailed descriptions and procedures for all of the RS7000 features and functions. Use it as an
“encyclopedia of functions” to find specific information you need.
The Reference section includes the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Basics...(Page 51)
The basic concepts, procedures, displays, and special functions you’ll need to know in order to operate the RS7000 effi-
ciently. Be sure to read this chapter before using the RS7000 for the first time.
Chapter 2: The Pattern Mode ...(Page 69) ~ Chapter 6: The Utility Mode...(Page 255)
Complete, detailed coverage of all features and functions, organized by mode. Find specific information about specific
functions in these chapters.
Chapter 7: Other Information...(Page 263)
Basic information about MIDI and MIDI events handled by the RS7000. Refer to this chapter form information about
using the RS7000 with other MIDI devices.
Appendix...(Page 271)
Information on installing optional equipment, the RS7000 specifications, voice lists, effect list, error messages, MIDI data
format, and other detailed information.
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Finding Specific Information
Finding Specific Information
Use one of the methods described below to find the information you are looking for.
(cid:3) The Table of Contents ...(Page 10)
The Table of Contents is best for finding chapters or sections of the manual that cover the type of information you are
looking for.
(cid:3) The Index ...(Page 343)
The index is the place to look when you are searching for a specific function or information related to specific nomencla-
ture.
(cid:3) The Controls & Connectors ...(Page 12)
This section provides information about the RS7000 panel controls and connectors, with references to related informa-
tion throughout the manual.
(cid:3) The Function Tree ...(Page 55)
The Function Tree lists all RS7000 functions with page references in a tree-type diagram which is organized by mode.
(cid:3) The Page Footers, Margins, and Headers
The area at the bottom of each page shows the page number. The chapter numbers and titles are also listed in the right-
most margin of each spread. The header (the top margin) displays the title of the information included in the page. This
information can help you find information while flipping through the manual pages.
Symbols
The following symbols are used through the manual to indicate different types of information.
IMPORTANT ..................Important information! Read this to ensure that you don’t accidentally erase important
data or make other potentially serious errors.
NOTE .................................Incidental information. This information is helpful, through not always essential. Read
as necessary.
[Step].....................................Procedure. Step-by-step instructions for performing an operation.
[PLAY]....................................Buttons. References to the RS7000 buttons will appear like this in the text.
P**.....................................Page reference. Related information can be found on the page number provided.
The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat differ-
ent from those on your instrument.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
RS7000 FEATURES.......................................................7 Character Entry.........................................67
Using the Owner’s Manual............................................8 Track Selection..........................................67
Finding Specific Information........................................9 Free Tempo Entry......................................68
Symbols..........................................................................9 Used Memory Display...............................68
CONTENTS...................................................................10 Initializes the Master Effect settings..........68
The Controls & Connectors........................................12 Undo/Redo................................................68
Notes on Musical Copyright.......................................21 Auto Repeat...............................................68
Preparation and Setup................................................22 Auto Load..................................................68
Power Connection.....................................22
Connecting to Audio Equipment................22 Chapter 2. The Pattern Mode 69
Connecting a Footswitch...........................23
Connecting External MIDI Devices............23 About the Pattern Mode..............................................70
Turning Power On and Off.........................24 1. Pattern Playback...................................................72
Restoring the Initial Factory Settings........................25 2. Combining Phrases to Create Patterns (Patch)....75
3. Phrase Recording.................................................77
Record Standby...................................................78
Real-Time Recording...........................................80
Step Recording....................................................80
Grid Step Recording............................................83
Tutorial
4. Adding Groove to a Pattern.................................85
5. Play Effects............................................................87
6. MIDI Delay..............................................................90
1. RS7000 System Overview.....................................28
7. Adjusting Level and Effects for
2. Assemble a Pattern Using Preset Phrases.........30
Each Track (Mixer)................................................93
3. Real-time Sound Control......................................38
8. Changing the Sound of Voices (Voice Edit).......97
4. Recording Original Phrases.................................39
9. Adding Effects.....................................................104
5. Add Samples..........................................................43
10. Arpeggio & Assignable Knob Settings (Setup)...107
6. Finalizing Your Sound..........................................46
11. Master EQ and Effects........................................111
12. Saving to Memory Card or Disk.........................114
13. Loading From Memory Card or Disk.................126
14. Pattern & Phrase Editing — The Pattern Jobs....133
15. Phrase Editing.....................................................154
Reference
Chapter 3. The Pattern Chain Mode 157
Chapter 1. Basic 51 About the Pattern Chain Mode.................................158
1. Sequential Pattern Playback
1. RS7000 System Overview.....................................52
(Pattern Chain Play)............................................159
Mode Structure....................................................52
2. Creating Pattern Chains
Function Tree.......................................................55
(Pattern Chain Recording)..................................161
2. RS7000 Internal Structure....................................58
Record Standby.................................................161
The 6 Functional Blocks......................................58
Real Time Recording.........................................162
Sequencer.................................................59
Step Recording..................................................163
Tone Generator.........................................60
3. Master EQ and Effects........................................164
Controllers.................................................62
4. Saving to Memory Card or Disk.........................166
Arpeggiator................................................63
5. Loading from Memory Card or Disk..................169
Effects........................................................63
6. The Pattern Chain Jobs......................................171
Master EQ & Effects..................................63
7. Pattern Chain Editing..........................................175
Memory Configuration...............................63
3. Basic Operation.....................................................64
Selecting Modes........................................64 Chapter 4. The Song Mode 179
Selecting Sub Modes.................................64
About the Song Mode...............................................180
When One Button Accesses
1. Song Playback.....................................................182
Several Pages...........................................65
2. Song Recording..................................................184
Editing Parameter Values..........................66
Record Standby.................................................184
Command Selection and Execution...........66
Job Selection.............................................67
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