Waldorf KB 37 User Manual - page 13
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ARPEGGIATOR
8.3
Setting the Tempo
8.2.1
Clock
Select the note value for the steps between 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16 and 1/32 notes.
To select 1/4 note as clock value, you have to press and hold the Setup key, the
1/8 key and then press the 1/32 key. Similar to get 1/2 notes, press and hold
Setup, 1/32 and then press 1/8. It’s all about the order.
Note: The Clock parameter of the arpeggiator is independent of the unit’s
Clock Division setting. This allows you to use a different clock division than the
arpeggiator’s to drive a sequencer module or for modulation purposes.
8.2.2
Direction
This parameter sets the note order that is used to play the arpeggio.
Setting
Description
Down
The note list is played backwards and the octaves are
transposed downwards. The arpeggio starts in the high-
est octave and goes down to the original octave. Then the
arpeggio is repeated.
Up
The note list is played forwards and the octaves are trans-
posed upwards. The arpeggio starts in the original octave
and goes down to the lowest octave. Then the arpeggio is
repeated.
Alt
The note list is first played forwards and the octaves are
transposed upwards. After reaching the last note, the note
list is played backwards and the octaves are transposed
downwards again to the original octave. Then the arpeggio
is repeated.
Random
The note list is played in random order.
Ordered
The note list is played in the order as played on the key-
board.
8.2.3
Octave Range
Determines the range of the single notes in octaves. When it is set to 1, the
note list will be played back in the same octave as originally entered. Greater
values mean that the note list is repeated in higher octaves.
Note: Please keep in mind, that the available range of the Pitch CV signal is
limited - not only by what the KB37 can deliver, but also what your modules can
process. You can easily run out of CV when using a high octave range on higher
notes.
8.3
Setting the Tempo
The tempo of the arpeggiator can be either controlled locally on the KB37 or by
MIDI sync. For local tempo control, the Clock Source has to be set to Master.
This is also the default when you power on the unit. You can then set the
tempo via the Tempo knob at the control panel or by tapping as described in the
according chapter of the setup functions.
8.4
Hold
The hold function allows you to release the keys on the keyboard without
stopping the arpeggio. This is useful for keeping your hands free for additional
functions when performing.
There are two different ways to deal with the hold function:
• Enabling the arpeggiator’s hold mode
• Using a sustain pedal
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