Korg M3 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

4015-2 Yanokuchi, Inagi-city, Tokyo 206-0812 JapanIMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERSThis product has been manufactured according to strict specifications a

Quick Start 2 Playing Programs and Combinations By default, Combination mode will be selected when you turn on the power. Play the keyboard, and you

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)92• In the P8–1: IFX– Routing1 T01–08 page, route the MIDI Track 01 Bus Select (IFX/Indiv. Out Assign) to IFX1. Then in

MIDI recording Recording patterns93Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesRecor

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)94Using KARMA for pattern recordingIf the KARMA function is set to operate for the track that is selected for Track Sel

Song editing Recording patterns95Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesSong ed

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)96Shift/Erase Note: This command shifts (moves) or erases the specified note numbers in a specified MIDI track and range

Using RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Record) Creating RPPR data97Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADru

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)98RPPR playbackLet’s use the RPPR you created to perform in the P0–1: Play/REC– Program T01–08 page.1. Access the P0–1:

Using RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Record) Recording an RPPR performance99Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEff

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)100Sampling in Sequencer modeSampling is still available in Sequencer mode - which can be very convenient. The main are

Creating and playing a Cue List Creating a cue list101Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackO

Playing Programs and Combinations 3 Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices Th

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)102program specified for the currently playing song will sound.What to do when playing back a cue list and the songs do

Saving your song Converting a cue list into a song103Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOt

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)104Cautions and other functions in Sequencer modeM3 sequencer file formatsThe M3 sequencer supports both the proprietary

Cautions and other functions in Sequencer mode Memory Protect105Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMAD

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)106

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices107Sampling (Open Sampling System)Sampli

Sampling (Open Sampling System)1083. Digital audio signals from an audio CD in a USB A connected USB CD-R/RW drive (commercially available) can be sam

Sampling Overview Compare109Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesor sample fil

Sampling (Open Sampling System)110Sampling and editing in Sampling modeIn Sampling mode, you can record samples, and edit sample data that you sampled

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Creating multisample indexes and sampling – P0: Recording111Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequen

Quick Start4sounds, operating the KARMA function, or sending MIDI messages to external devices.For example, go ahead and press the CONTROL ASSIGN REAL

Sampling (Open Sampling System)112Basic sampling procedureSampling your voice from a mic, and playing it back as a one-shot sampleIn this example we w

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Basic sampling procedure113Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMA

Sampling (Open Sampling System)114Resample: ManualRecording Level [dB]: as desiredMode: StereoImportant: Whenever using the digital inputs and outputs

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Basic sampling procedure115Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMA

Sampling (Open Sampling System)116• P8: IFX– RoutingBus Select IFX1Be aware that if you change the Bus Select setting from Off to L/R or IFX1–5, the v

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Loop Edit – P2: Loop Edit117Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARM

Sampling (Open Sampling System)1182. In P2: Loop Edit, use “Grid” to specify the tempo.The grid is displayed according to the playback pitch at the ba

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Multisample editing – P3: Multisample Edit119Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlob

Sampling (Open Sampling System)120indicates the zone determined by the Top Key setting.• Level adjusts the playback level of the sample. You can use t

Sampling and editing in Sampling mode Using a sample in a drum kit121Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectK

Listening to the demo songs5Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendiceskeyboard or

Sampling (Open Sampling System)122Sampling in Program, Combination, and Sequencer modesIn addition to using Sampling mode, you can also sample both ex

Sampling in Program, Combination, and Sequencer modes Sampling only an external guitar sound while listening123Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramComb

Sampling (Open Sampling System)124The sound sent to AUX Bus 1/2 will be sampled. The sound of the internal sound generator sent to the L/R bus will no

Sampling in Program, Combination, and Sequencer modes Sampling a mix of the phrases generated by the KARMA125Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombin

Sampling (Open Sampling System)126In-Track SamplingIn-Track Sampling creates note data at the appropriate timing when you sample an external audio sou

Sampling in Program, Combination, and Sequencer modes Resampling a song to create a WAVE file127Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequence

Sampling (Open Sampling System)128Mode: StereoThe sound of the internal L/R channels will be sampled in stereo.8. Select the menu command Select Direc

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices129Settings for the entire M3 (Global mo

Settings for the entire M3 (Global mode)130Bypassing the effectsIf the Effect Global SW “IFX 1–5 Off,” “MFX1&2 Off,” and “TFX Off” items are check

Global settings Audio input settings131Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesA

Quick Start64. In the “Kind” field, choose “All (Preload PCG and Demo Songs).”When you execute loading, the preloaded data and the demo song data will

Settings for the entire M3 (Global mode)1324. Choose “Setup (Setup Select)”, and select the external control set that you want to use.The set list is

Global settings Assigning MIDI CC#s to KARMA, X–Y, and Pad controllers133Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEff

Settings for the entire M3 (Global mode)1343. Press the MODE SEQ switch to enter Sequencer mode. 4. Access the Seq P3: Track Param– Other T01–08 or T0

Using Drum Kits Drum Kit Overview135Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesUsin

Settings for the entire M3 (Global mode)136Editing Drum KitsBefore you start editing…Drum Program selectingDrum Kits are edited in Global mode. While

Using Drum Kits Editing Drum Kits137Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesJust

Settings for the entire M3 (Global mode)138Using HoldThe Program Hold parameter can be especially useful for drum programs, since it lets the samples

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices139Loading & saving data, and creati

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs140MIDI data dumpYou can transmit the M3’s data to an external MIDI data filer device, and save the data on

Saving data Writing to internal memory141Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendice

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices7Introduction to the M3Main FeaturesRich

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs142Using a menu command to write1. To write global settings (the various settings in Global P0–P4), press t

Saving data Saving to media (Media–Save)143Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendi

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs1447. Press the text edit button and input a filename for the file you want to save. (See page 197)8. Press e

Loading data Data that can be loaded145Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesL

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs146When you execute the load operation, the .KSC file will be loaded along with the .PCG file.Then use “Selec

Loading data Loading data from media (Media–Load)147Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOth

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs148Media utilityFile copying, deleting, and formatting (Media– Utility)Here we’ll explain how to format med

Media utility File copying, deleting, and formatting (Media– Utility)149Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffe

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs150Creating audio CDsCreating and playing audio CDs (Media– Make Audio CD, Play Audio CD)You can use Sequen

Creating audio CDs Creating audio CDs151Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices

Introduction to the M3 8 At the heart of any music production is the M3’s sequencer, which lets you record 16 MIDI tracks, up to 128 songs, and 210,0

Loading & saving data, and creating CDs152Auditioning an audio CD you’ve finalizedHere’s how you can use a CD-R/RW drive connected to the USB A con

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices153Using EffectsAn overview of the M3’s

Using Effects154Note: The Parameter Guide includes block diagrams for each individual effect, which include the effect’s input/output structure. (See

Routing effect settings Program Effects settings155Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOthe

Using Effects156AUDIO OUTPUT (INDIVIDUAL) 1–8, select 1–4, 1/2, or 3/4.Send 1, Send 2: Sets the send levels to the master effects. For this example, s

Routing effect settings Using effects in Combinations and Songs157Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARM

Using Effects158the Sampling Setup Source Bus to a AUX bus, and sample the signal that is sent to the AUX bus. Use this if you want to sample only the

Routing effect settings Effect settings for the audio inputs159Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADr

Using Effects160Avoiding extraneous noiseIf audio cables are connected to AUDIO INPUTS 1–2, any noise carried by the cables will enter into the M3 mix

Dynamic modulation, MIDI/Tempo Sync, and Common FX LFO Dynamic modulation (Dmod)161Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlob

Front and rear panels Front panel9Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesFront

Using Effects1625. When you turn on the KARMA ON/OFF switch, KARMA will begin playing.Select any desired KARMA GE. When you rotate the TEMPO knob, the

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices163Using KARMAOverviewWhat is KARMA?KARM

Using KARMA164The M3 provides a large number of GEs that can be used for a variety of instruments, performance techniques, and musical styles.GE RTP –

Overview The structure of the KARMA function165Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherApp

Using KARMA166KARMA CONTROLSThese are front panel controls used to control the KARMA function. The settings of these controls can be saved independent

Performing with KARMA Performing with KARMA in Program mode167Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADru

Using KARMA168Using the KARMA controllersNote: The state of the KARMA controllers is saved when you write the program.KARMA function on/off: ON/OFF sw

Performing with KARMA Performing with the KARMA function in Combination mode169Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMe

Using KARMA170Checking note-on/off and key zoneThe screenshot shown below is a realtime display of the note data received from the keyboard, pads 1–8,

Performing with KARMA Performing with the KARMA function in Combination mode171Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMe

Introduction to the M310M3-M Front panel1. VOLUME MAIN sliderThis adjusts the volume of the (MAIN OUTPUT) L/MONO, R outputs, as well as the volume of

Using KARMA172KARMA function settingsThis section explains how to make settings for the KARMA function in each mode. For details on how to perform usi

KARMA function settings KARMA function settings in Program mode173Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARM

Using KARMA174Control – TransposeThis lets you transpose the note data being input to the KARMA module in semitone steps. This will control the pitch

KARMA function settings KARMA function settings in Program mode175Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARM

Using KARMA176KARMA function settings in Combination modeIn Combination mode (and Sequencer mode) you can use four KARMA modules (modules A, B, C, and

KARMA function settings KARMA function settings in Combination mode177Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffect

Using KARMA178If “Thru (Timbre Thru)” is on (checked), you’ll be able to play timbres that differ from the global channel when the KARMA function is o

KARMA function settings KARMA function settings in Combination mode179Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffect

Using KARMA180KARMA function settings in Sequencer modeIn Sequencer mode you can use four KARMA modules (modules A, B, C, and D). As in a combination,

KARMA function settings KARMA function settings in Sequencer mode181Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKA

Front and rear panels Front panel11Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesThere

Using KARMA182Select the copy-source combination. Turn IFXs, MFXs, TFX, and Multi REC Standby on (checked). Press OK to execute the copy.3. The settin

KARMA function settings Synchronizing the KARMA function183Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum T

Using KARMA184Synchronization via MIDI realtime com-mandsEnable Start/Stop Out in Prog/CombiYou can set up M3 so that starting and stopping KARMA in P

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices185Drum Track functionOverviewWhat is th

Drum Track function186Selecting a Drum Track pattern and Drum Track program1. Access the Prog P0: Play– Main page.2. Select a Drum Track pattern. Use

Performing with the Drum Track function Using the Drum Track function in Combination mode187Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSam

Drum Track function1884. Select a Drum Track pattern. Use “Pattern Bank” to select the preset or user bank, and use “Pattern No.” to select the patter

Drum Track function settings Drum Track function settings in Program mode189Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMedia

Drum Track function190These settings specify the range of keys and velocities that will trigger the Drum Track pattern when you play the keyboard (or

Drum Track function settings Drum Track function settings in Sequencer mode191Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMed

ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions.• Keep these instructions.• Heed all warnings.• Follow all instructions.• Do not use this

Introduction to the M312the same results every time, regardless of how hard you play).CHORD ASSIGN switchUse this switch to assign single notes or cho

Drum Track function192Specifying whether the drum track will oper-ate for each KARMA sceneHere’s how to specify whether the drum track will operate fo

Drum Track function settings Synchronizing the Drum Track function193Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectK

Drum Track function194Synchronization with song stopSynchronization with a song in Sequencer mode• When you press the SEQUENCER START/STOP switch, the

Creating a Drum Track pattern Preparing a user pattern195Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum Tra

Drum Track function196

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices197Other functions common to all modesEd

Other functions common to all modes198Setting the functions of SW1 and SW2SW1 and SW2 are the two switches above the joystick and ribbon.These on/off

Using tap tempo199Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesUsing tap tempoYou can

Other functions common to all modes200KARMA SCENE 1/5–4/8 switches• You can reset a KARMA scene by holding down the RESET CONTROLS switch and pressing

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices201AppendicesRestoring the factory setti

Front and rear panels Front panel13Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices• The

Appendices202Installing optionsPlease read this before you begin installationSafety precautions Warning• Before installing an option, be sure to disco

Installing options Available option boards for the M3203Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum Trac

Appendices204Installing the options and replacing the calendar batteryBefore you proceed, please read the preceding “Safety cautions” and “Cautions wh

Installing options Installing the options and replacing the calendar battery205Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMe

Appendices206Installing the EXB-M256Before you proceed with installation, please read the preceding “Safety cautions” and “Cautions when installing op

Installing options Installing the options and replacing the calendar battery207Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMe

Appendices208TroubleshootingIf you experience problems, please see the relevant item and take the appropriate measures.Power supplyPower does not turn

Troubleshooting Audio input and output209Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendice

Appendices210• When using the 002: Stereo Limiter or 005: Stereo Gate, and the Envelope Source of these effects is set as either FX Control 1 or FX Co

Troubleshooting Sampling211Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesA combination

Introduction to the M314mode P0: Recording– Audio In/Setup page, and P0–Sampling/Audio In page):• If Trigger is set to Sampling START SW, sampling wil

Appendices212that module? Also, are the Input Channel and Output Channel settings appropriate? → p.171, p.176Is MIDI Clock (Global P1: MIDI) set to In

Troubleshooting Pads or damper pedal do not respond correctly213Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMAD

Appendices214Can’t write audio tracksAdditional writing is not possible on a CD-R/RW disc that has been finalized.Can’t play back the disc on an audio

Error messages Error and confirmation messages215Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherA

Appendices216• Set a destination measure that is outside of the source range.Destination is emptyMeaning: When editing, the track or pattern that was

Error messages Error and confirmation messages217Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherA

Appendices218Index number over limitMeaning: When sampling into RAM in Combination, Program, or Sequencer mode, there are too many indexes to be simul

Error messages Error and confirmation messages219Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherA

Appendices220Not enough song locations availableMeaning: When loading a .SNG file with “Append” specified, you attempted to load more songs than can be

Error messages Error and confirmation messages221Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherA

Front and rear panels Rear panel/Bottom panel15Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherApp

Appendices222W (Wave)WAVE file size over limitMeaning: When using the Media mode Edit WAVE command, you exceeded the maximum sample length of 230,400,

Media that can be used with the M3 Types of media supported by the M3223Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffe

Appendices224Specifications and optionsSpecificationsKYBD-61/73/88 keyboard assemblyM3-M sound moduleOperating temperature ±0 – +40 °CSystem KKS (KORG K

Specifications and options Specifications225Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppend

Appendices226MediaLoad, Save, Utility, Make Audio CD, Play Audio CDData Filer functionality (Save and Load MIDI System Exclusive Data)CD-ROM/R/RW (UDF

Specifications and options Options227Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesOpt

MIDI Implementation ChartMIDI Implementation ChartDate : 2007. 1. 13 M3*C*E, *5*1*1*1*1*PMemorized[Music Workstation/Sampler]Polyphonic aftertouch tra

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERSThis product has been manufactured according to strict specifications and voltage requirementsthat are applicable in the

Introduction to the M3165. S/P DIF IN & OUTThese jacks provide 24-bit optical S/P DIF input and output, for connecting to computer audio systems,

Front and rear panels Objects in the display17Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppe

Introduction to the M318e: Check boxEach time you press a check box, it alternates between the checked (red) and unchecked states.The parameter will b

Front and rear panels Objects in the display19Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppe

Introduction to the M320Basic InformationAbout the M3’s modesThe M3 has numerous functions that let you play and edit programs or combinations, record

Basic Information About the M3’s modes21Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices

iii Handling of this product This product contains precision components, and may malfunction if you fail to observe the following precautions.• Do no

Introduction to the M322Basic operationsAfter you’ve turned on the M3, here’s how to perform basic operations such as selecting modes and pages.1. Sel

Basic Information Basic operations23Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices3. S

Introduction to the M324possible to return to the previous edits by pressing the COMPARE switch again.In Sequencer mode, you can use the COMPARE switc

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices25SetupTurning the power on/offConnectin

Setup26ConnectionsConnections must be made with the power turned off. Please be aware that careless operation may damage your speaker system or cause

Connections Connecting audio equipment27Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices

Setup28Analog audio inputHere’s how to input external analog audio sources into the M3 so that they can be sampled, or processed through the internal

Connections Connecting a damper pedal, foot switch, or foot pedal29Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKAR

Setup30Connecting a computerThe M3 provides USB connectors as standard equipment. By connecting the M3 to your computer via USB, you can use it as a c

Connections Connecting a computer31Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesUsing

iv About this manual The owner’s manuals and how to use them The manuals and how to use themThe M3 comes with the following operation manuals.• M3 Op

Setup32• Each input/output device can be used only from a single item of software. Multi-client operation is not supported.• For applications such as

Connections Connecting MIDI devices33Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesCon

Setup34Other USB devices may require a separate power source, in addition to the USB connection; in this case, you’ll need to use an appropriate power

Connections Installing the software35Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesMac

Setup36Installing the KORG FireWire Audio/MIDI driver1. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the KORG FireWire Audio/MIDI driver.If during the

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices37Playing and editing ProgramsAbout the

Playing and editing Programs38When you select a different Bank, the switch’s LED will light, and the selected bank will appear on the left side of the

Playing Programs Selecting Programs39Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesSel

Playing and editing Programs406. If you want to preserve this setting even when the power is turned off, be sure to Write (see page 141).7. Press the

Playing Programs Using Controllers41Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesUsin

v Table of Contents Handling of this product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiRegarding the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Playing and editing Programs42Locking the Ribbon ControllerMake sure that the INT-A016: Real Suit E.Piano program is selected.1. Press the SW2 switch.

Playing Programs Using Controllers43Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesThe

Playing and editing Programs44Playing back an X–Y motion1. When you press the MOTION switch once again, the old events (up to the point where you bega

Playing Programs Using Controllers45Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesYou

Playing and editing Programs46Controller settings for the programThe Prog P0: Play– Main page lets you view the following information.SW1, SW2: Indica

Easy Program editing Simple editing using the sliders and switches47Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKA

Playing and editing Programs48Alternatively, you can switch between OSC Play/Mute and OSC Solo by holding down the ENTER switch and pressing numeric k

Easy Program editing Using COMPARE49Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesUsin

Playing and editing Programs50Saving your editsOnce you’ve tweaked the sound to perfection, you’ll want to save your work. To save your edits:1. Selec

Detailed Editing with Programs Overview of editing pages51Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum Tr

Table of Contents vi Creating songs (Sequencer mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Playing and editing Programs52Polyphonic/monophonic playingThe Voice Assign Mode selects whether the Program will play polyphonically (Poly) or monoph

Detailed Editing with Programs Basic oscillator settings53Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum Tr

Playing and editing Programs54Using LFOs and Envelopes (EGs)Using LFOsEach Oscillator has two LFOs: LFO1 and LFO2. There is also a single Common LFO,

Detailed Editing with Programs Using Alternate Modulation (AMS) and the AMS Mixers55Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlo

Playing and editing Programs56SmoothingThe Smoothing Mixer Type smooths out the AMS input, creating more gentle transitions between values. You have s

Detailed Editing with Programs Using Filters57Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppe

Playing and editing Programs58Filter TypesThis selects the parts of the sound which will be affected by the filter, as described below. With the Serial

Detailed Editing with Programs Using Filters59Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppe

Playing and editing Programs60Intensity to A and Intensity to B adjust the effect that keyboard tracking will have on filters A and B. For details, ple

Detailed Editing with Programs Using the Amp section61Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackO

vii Using Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 An overview of the M3’s effects . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Effect types . . . . . . . . . . .

Playing and editing Programs62Low Boost is a special low-frequency EQ which controls the body character of the sound. The specific EQ frequencies affec

Detailed Editing with Programs KARMA settings63Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherApp

Playing and editing Programs64Automatically importing a Program into Sequence modeThe Auto Song Setup feature copies the current Program or Combinatio

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices65Playing and editing CombinationsAbout

Playing and editing Combinations66• Use numeric keys 0–9 to enter the program number, and press the ENTER switch.5. Press a BANK SELECT I-A–U-G switch

Playing combinations Performing with KARMA and the Drum Track67Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADr

Playing and editing Combinations68Easy Combination editingYou can edit any of the Combinations shipped with M3. You can create your own combinations b

Easy Combination editing Simple editing using the Sliders and Switches69Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffe

Playing and editing Combinations70Detailed Editing with CombinationsYou can edit the preloaded combinations (Banks A, B, and C) with which the M3 is s

Detailed Editing with Combinations A suggested approach for editing71Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectK

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Playing and editing Combinations72Creating Key Splits and LayersSplits and LayersLet’s create a Combination which combines both splits and layers, lik

Detailed Editing with Combinations MIDI settings73Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOther

Playing and editing Combinations74Altering Programs to fit within a CombinationYou can make various changes to Programs within the context of a particu

Detailed Editing with Combinations Effects75Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppend

Playing and editing Combinations76

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices77Creating songs (Sequencer mode)Overvie

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)78MIDI tracks 1–16 each consist of “track parameters” that specify the starting state of the track, and “playback data.

Overview Sequencer mode structure79Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendicesSeque

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)80Playing SongsPlaybackIn order to play back song data in the sequencer, you must first record song data, or load or dum

Playing Songs Playback81Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices5. To switch Sol

Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendices 1 Quick Start This Quick Start is prov

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)82Control using the sliders and switchesYou can use the control surface to perform a variety of control. You can perfor

MIDI recording Preparations for recording83Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppendi

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)84INT: During playback, the M3’s internal tone generator will play the MIDI data recorded on that track. When you opera

MIDI recording Recording MIDI in real-time85Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppend

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)865. When you finish playing, press the SEQUENCER START/STOP switch.Recording will end, and the location will return to

MIDI recording Recording MIDI in real-time87Quick StartIntroductionSetupProgramCombinationSequencerSamplingGlobalMediaEffectKARMADrum TrackOtherAppend

Creating songs (Sequencer mode)88Step recordingStep recording is the recording method in which you specify the duration and strength of each note, and

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Creating songs (Sequencer mode)90• “To” set to MIDI Track 01• “KARMA Module” set to A• “with Drum Track” set to Track 10• RADIAS Vocoder checkedFor de

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