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5
Exploring the Fantom-G Sounds
Live Mode and Live Sets
The Fantom-G is more than anything else about Live mode, where you can
select “live sets. A live set is a combination of
eight patches, rhythm sets, or sample sets, along with their patch effects, or
“PFX”—from the Fantom-G’s internal memory.
up to two ARX patches—
from installed optional ARX expansion boards,
purchased separately.
chorus and reverb effects—
associated with the live set itself.
up to 16 external sounds—
you play via MIDI from the Fantom-G.
You can combine a live set’s sounds in a variety of ways. We’ll show you what
we mean in the following introduction to Live mode. (We’ll discuss Live
mode in greater detail in the Live Mode in the Fantom-G Workshop booklet.)
In this booklet, we’ll be exploring live sets that use internal Fantom-G
sounds only, just to keep things simple. We’ll discuss your other options
in the Live Mode in the Fantom-G booklet.
The Party of the First Part
Each of a live sets sounds is played by a part that has its own settings which
determine how its sound plays. Every live set has eight parts. You create
individual patches in Single mode, but you put them together in Live mode
by assigning each one to its own part.
Selecting Live Sets
We’ll be selecting live sets in the following sections of this booklet. Heres
the basic procedure:
Press the LIVE MODE button to enter Live mode.
1
The Live Play screen appears (You can see “Live Play in the upper
left-hand corner of the screen):
Live sets are stored in the Fantom-G in banks. The
PRST bank—
contains live sets that are permanently stored in the
Fantom-G’s memory. (“PRST is short for “Preset.)
USER bank—contains live sets you’ve edited or created.
Use
2 3, 4, 5, and/or 6 to highlight the Bank
parameter.
Turn the Value dial or press INC and/or DEC to
3
select the desired live set bank. For now, select the
PRST bank if its not already selected.
Highlight the Live Set Number parameter.
4
Turn the Value dial or press INC and/or DEC to select the desired live 5
set. For now, were to leave the Live Set Number parameter alone,
since we’ll be starting our listening with this live set.

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Roland Fantom-G Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony128 voices
SamplingYes
ArpeggiatorYes
Sampling Rate44.1 kHz
Keyboard88 keys, 76 keys, 61 keys
Parts16 parts
Wave Memory256 MB
EffectsReverb, Chorus
Display8.5-inch color LCD
USBUSB MIDI
Dimensions1, 448 x 406 x 153 mm
ConnectorsHeadphones jack, MIDI (IN, OUT, THRU), USB
StorageUSB Flash Memory
Preset PatchesOver 1, 500 preset patches

Summary

Fantom-G Workshop Introduction

Booklet Overview and Purpose

Introduces the Fantom-G and the workshop series, explains the current booklet's purpose.

Understanding Manual Symbols

Explains icons used in the manual for clarity.

Initial Setup Procedure

Guides the user through essential initial setup steps.

Essential Controls and Connections

Setup and Navigation Basics

Covers peripheral connections and basic front-panel operation notes.

Fantom-G Display and F Buttons

Explains the display and the function of the eight F buttons.

Navigating and Understanding Fantom-G Controls

Value Dial and Cursor Buttons

Explains how to use cursor buttons and the Value Dial for navigation.

Function and Selection Buttons

Details function buttons and parameter selection methods.

Sound Set Definitions

Defines patches, rhythm sets, and sample sets on the Fantom-G.

Exploring Fantom-G Sounds

Live Mode and Live Sets

Introduces Live mode and the components of a live set.

Understanding Live Set Parts

Explains how sounds are played by 'parts' within a live set.

Selecting Live Sets

Provides the basic procedure for selecting live sets from banks.

PRST 001: System G Live Set

Split Keyboard Functionality

Explains how System G uses splits for different sound ranges.

Layered Sound Creation

Demonstrates layering multiple sounds for complex textures.

Exploring Preset Live Sets

PRST 003: Within You

Features sounds for playing Indian music and keyboard splits.

PRST 024: Syn Bass Menu

Demonstrates live sets assembled for quick access.

PRST 005: G-Grand

Highlights dynamic pads and their role in rhythm patterns.

Rhythm Patterns and Arpeggios

Rhythm Pattern Playback

Explains how to play and control rhythm patterns using pads.

RPS Phrase Capabilities

Details Realtime Phrase Synthesis (RPS) and its playback options.

Arpeggiator Functionality

Explains how the arpeggiator adds texture and creates grooves.

Exploring More Live Sets and Realtime Controllers

Live Set List Navigation

Guides on using the Live Set List for easier navigation.

Fantom-G Realtime Controllers

Introduces modulation lever, S1/S2 switches, and sliders/knobs.

Patch Remain and Single Mode

Patch Remain Feature

Explains seamless switching between live sets or patches.

Single Mode Introduction

Provides an introduction to playing single sounds from the keyboard.

Patch List and Drum Sounds

Navigating the Patch List

Details how to find and select patches using the Patch List screen.

Playing Drum Sounds from Pads

Explains how to play drum sounds using the dynamic pads in Single mode.

Factory Demo Songs and Recording Studio

Playing Factory Demo Songs

Guides on loading and listening to factory demo songs.

Fantom-G Recording Studio Overview

Introduces the 152-track recording studio capabilities.

Studio Mode and Studio Sets

Studio Play Screen

Explains how to enter Studio mode and view the Studio Play screen.

Understanding Studio Sets

Details the components and structure of studio sets.

Recording Your Own Song

Starting a New Song

Guides on creating and loading a new, empty song.

Recording MIDI Sequencer Tracks

Explains sequencing MIDI data into phrases and tracks.

Sequencing Process

Tempo Setting

Explains how to set the song's tempo using the TEMPO button.

Realtime Recording

Guides on performing realtime recording with countoff and playback.

Adding Tracks and Refining Songs

Sequencing Additional Tracks

Details sequencing bass and drum tracks.

Song Editing Tools

Mentions tools for refining songs and MIDI tracks.

Recording Audio Tracks

Phrases Meet Samples

Compares sequencing phrases with recording audio samples.

Selecting an Audio Track

Guides on selecting an audio track for recording.

The Recording Process

Input Setup

Details setting input select and audio recording mode.

Audio Recording and Saving

Guides on performing audio recording and saving the sample.

Mixing and Sampling Features

Mixing Your Song

Explains balancing MIDI and audio tracks for mixing.

Skip Back Sampling

Introduces Skip Back Sampling for capturing musical ideas.

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