
if necessary), and chose “Add PS02 pattern” from the “File” menu. Use the “Drums”
and “Bass” check boxes to control whether to add the bass or drums component of a
new pattern to the existing one.
This will add the drum and or bass parts of the source pattern to the current pattern
without overwriting the latter. This can also be done through the Auto function (see below).
• “Auto” function: Checking the "auto" box allows the user to automatically load
patterns by just clicking on the pattern name. The “Bass” and “drums” check boxes
remain active as described above.
If the “Add” box is checked, drum and/or bass parts from the selected pattern are
automatically added to the current pattern, without overwriting the latter.
• To Zoom the arrange grid: The Zoom button is located on the bottom right of the
window.
To Zoom in: Right click on the + sign.
To Zoom out: Right click on the -- sign.
To make medium adjustments to the Zoom : Use [Shift] and right click.
To make fine adjustments to the Zoom: Use [Ctrl] and right click
To return to the full field: Left click until the Zoom button turns red
• To make the pattern editor always the top window on your desktop : Open the
window menu and tick “Top”
Note: An instrument can be changed in the midilist by clicking on its name and selecting a
new one from the drop-down menu. Occasionally you might need to use this function for
accurate playback of some PS02 percussion instruments which are not General Midi
standard. If you use this feature remember to return the instrument line to its default value
before saving the pattern.
5. Creating a new Rhythm Pattern from scratch
• Open the Pattern menu then select “Build new pattern”. From the selection box,
chose the number of Measures you want in the pattern (1, 2, or 4*), the Beat (time
signature - from 1/4 to 8/4) and the Divisions* - 4, 8, 24 or 48 (the latter is for special
cases only - see section 10, "Using the pattern editor at increased resolution"). When
selection is complete click on OK.
*"Divisions" (or quantize ) specify the resolution of the Pattern Editor and correspond to
the more commonly known ppq (parts per quarter note).
The 4 and 8 division options are there for user convenience when creating new
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