Kross operation Guide

Using Effects
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If you want the edited settings to be saved in the 
KROSS, be sure to execute the Write function. 
7. If you want the Input settings of Global mode to be 
used in each mode, add a check mark to G-SET. If you 
want to use individual input settings in Program, 
Combination, and Song modes, clear this check mark.
Dynamic modulation (Dmod)
Dynamic modulation (Dmod) lets you use MIDI messages 
or the KROSS’s controllers for realtime control of specific 
effect parameters.
Another way to control effect parameters is to use MIDI/
Tempo Sync, which allows the LFO speed of a modulation 
effect or the delay time of a delay effect to be synchronized 
to the tempo of the arpeggiator or sequencer.
(see “Dynamic modulation (Dmod) and Tempo 
Synchronization” on page 198 of the Parameter Guide)

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Arpeggiator function
Using the arpeggiator while 
you play
The arpeggiator is a function that automatically generates 
arpeggios (patterns of individual notes derived from a 
chord). Most arpeggiators produce an arpeggio when you 
play a chord on the keyboard.
The KROSS’s arpeggiator is also polyphonic, and can 
produce a variety of chordal transformations or phrases 
based on the pitch or timing of the notes you play on the 
keyboard. These functions let you use the arpeggiator to play 
a wide range of patterns including drum or bass phrases, and 
guitar or keyboard backing riffs. It is also effective to use the 
arpeggiator as part of the sound-design process when 
creating subtly-moving pads, synth-sounds, or sound effects.
The KROSS’s Dual Arpeggiator feature lets you use two 
simultaneous arpeggio patterns in Combination mode, and 
Sequencer mode. You can take advantage of this in many 
ways, including a separate arpeggio pattern for a drum 
program, and another applied to a bass program, or using a 
keyboard split or velocity to switch between two arpeggio 
patterns.
The KROSS provides five preset arpeggio patterns: the 
standard UP, DOWN, ALT1, ALT2, and RANDOM. You 
can also create and store 1,028 of your own user patterns. 
The factory settings contain a wide variety of arpeggio 
patterns stored in these user locations. (see page 72)
Using the arpeggiator in Program 
mode 
Playing and stopping the arpeggiator
1. Press the PROG button to enter Program mode, and 
select a program. For details, please see “Selecting 
Programs” on page 23. 
2. Press ARP button (the LED will light up) 
to turn on the arpeggiator. 
3. When you play the keyboard, the selected 
arpeggio pattern will start playing.
4. Press the ARP button once again to turn 
off the arpeggiator (the button will be unlit).
If it had been playing, it will stop.
Note: The on/off status is saved when you write the 
program.
Changing the tempo
• Use the TEMPO knob or the TAP button to 
set the tempo of the KROSS.
The tempo can be adjusted over a range of 
040.00–300.00 bpm. The LED will blink in 
time with the specified tempo.
Note: The tempo setting is also saved when you write a 
program.
Note: The arpeggio playback speed is affected by the 
Resolution (PROG> ARP page or P-ARP> SETUP page).
Note: In the P-INPUT/CTRL> CONTROLLERS page you 
can use the value dial or the cursor buttons to edit the setting.
Tip: You can synchronize the tempo with an external MIDI 
device. (see page 99)
If the KROSS is set to synchronize with an external 
device, you can’t adjust the tempo on the KROSS itself.
Arpeggiator control (MOD)
You can control the duration, strength, and rhythmic feel of 
the arpeggiated notes.
1. Access the PROG> ARP page.
Use the PAGE+ button (or PAGE− button) to select the 
page.
2. Use the cursor buttons ◄►▲▼ to select the 
following parameters to edit.
3. Use the VALUE dial etc. to edit the value.
The chord you played on 
the keyboard is sounded as 
an arpeggio (broken chord)

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Arpeggiator function
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Changing the length of the arpeggiated notes
• Select [GATE] and adjust the value to change the length 
of the arpeggiated notes.
Negative “–” values make the notes shorter, and positive 
“+” values lengthen them. If this is 00, the note length 
will be as specified by the program parameter Gate (P-
ARP> SETUP page).
Note: It is effective to adjust the Release on the PROG> 
TONE page.
Changing the strength of the arpeggiated notes
• Select [VEL] (Velocity) and adjust the value to change 
the strength of the arpeggiated notes.
Negative “–” values make the notes weaker, and positive 
“+” values strengthen them. If this is 00, the strength of 
the notes will be as specified by the program parameter 
Velocity (P-ARP> SETUP page).
Note: It is effective to adjust Cutoff, Resonance, and EG 
Intensity in the PROG> TONE page.
Giving a shuffle feel to the arpeggio pattern
• Select [SWING] and adjust the value to shift the timing 
of even-numbered arpeggiated notes forward or 
backward in time.
Negative “–” settings will make the even-numbered notes 
earlier; positive “+” settings will make them later. If this 
is at the center position (12 o’clock), the setting will be as 
specified by the program parameter Swing (P-ARP> 
SETUP page).
Note: Swing has no effect on the preset patterns.
Arpeggio pattern selection and 
operation settings
In the PROG> ARP page you can select an arpeggio pattern 
and specify how the arpeggiator will function.
1. Access the PROG> ARP page.
2. Use the cursor buttons ◄►▲▼ to select the 
following parameters to edit.
3. Use the VALUE dial etc. to edit the value. Press the 
ENTER button to switch the setting of the check box.
Selecting an arpeggio pattern
• In  the  Arpeggio Pattern Select area, select an arpeggio 
pattern.
Preset: UP–Preset: Choose an arpeggio pattern from 
RANDOM or 0000–1027.
With the factory settings, a variety of arpeggio patterns 
are provided in the range 0000–0915.
Preset: UP
Preset: DOWN
Preset: ALT1
Preset: ALT2
Preset: RANDOM
Playing arpeggios across multiple octaves
• Use  the  Octave setting to specify the range of 1–4 
octaves in which the arpeggio will be generated.
Changing the note value of the arpeggiated notes
• The Resolution parameter lets you set the note value of 
the arpeggiated notes, over a range from
   3 – .
Arpeggiator control: [GATE], [VEL], [SWING]
Operation settings
Arpeggio Pattern Select
UP
DOWN
ALT1
ALT2
RANDOM
Octave: 4
UP

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