Roland E-A7 Reference Manual

5
An Overview of the E-A7
Eects
The E-A7 contains the following eects units. You can make settings independently for each of them.
MFX (Multi Eects)
This is a general-purpose multi-eect that modies the sound itself, potentially giving it a completely dierent tonal character.
A wide variety of types are provided, and you can choose the type that’s most appropriate for your purpose.
There are a total of three MFX units: one unit dedicated to the keyboard part, and two units for backing.
Chorus
Chorus is an eect that adds depth and spaciousness to the sound. You can choose whether to use this eect unit as chorus or as delay.
The depth of chorus can be adjusted individually for each part.
Reverb
Reverb is an eect that gives the sound a spatial ambience that’s characteristic of a performance in a hall.
Several types are provided, and you can choose the type that’s most appropriate for your purpose.
The depth of reverb can be adjusted individually for each part.
Input EFX
This unit can apply reverb or other eects to the sound from the input jacks.
Mastering Tools
The mastering tools consist of a mastering compressor and equalizer that are applied to all parts.
About the Styles
The E-A7 can generate interactive accompaniments based on the style you select.
Styles are assigned to the Style buttons by category, and each Style button is also divided into sub-categories.
In addition to using the internal styles, you can also create your own original styles.
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“Style Composer” (p. 39)
Style data is a collection of accompaniment patterns (called “divisions”) each consisting of up to eight parts. Based on four accompaniment
variations for dierent energy levels of the main song, they include divisions such as intros, endings, and lls.
By using the panel buttons to switch between these divisions, you can freely create the structure of the song while you perform.
As you perform, the accompaniment changes according to the chords that you play on the keyboard.
Style
Makeup Tools (various settings) (p. 50)
5 Oset values for Volume and Pan etc.
5 EQ
5 MFX A/B
5 Chorus/Reverb
* These settings are made for each tone or drum kit included in the style.
Performance data
Intro 1–4 Variation 1–4 Fill 1–4 Ending 1–4
ACC1
ACC2
ACC3
ACC4
ACC5
ACC6
Bass
Drum
Performance data for each Part, each Division
5 Note
5 Program Change
5 Control Change
etc...
Division
Part
One Touch 1–4 (p. 23)
One Touch memorizes the settings of the Keyboard Part (such
as Upper1).
Use these when you want to recall performance settings that are
appropriate for the style.

Roland E-A7 Specifications

General

Equalizer	Yes
Product type	Digital synthesizer
Product color	Black
Sound effects	Chorus, Equalization, Reverberation
RMS rated power	24 W
Number of speakers	2
Keyboard number of keys	61
Maximum polyphony (notes)	128
Power source type	DC
Display type	LCD

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	318 mm
Width	1045 mm
Height	136 mm
Weight	7900 g