User manual ROLAND BC-60

[. . . ] COSM analyzes the many factors that make up the original sound, such as the electrical and physical characteristics of the original, and then produces a digital model that can reproduce the same sound. This feature enables you to reduce the maximum output from 30 watts to 2 watts at the press of a single button. When switched on, Power Squeezer reproduces the distortion of a fullycranked power amp along with a great sound, regardless of the volume level, but with a 2-watt output that is easy to handle in the home. This feature allows you to tune your guitar while the instrument is connected to the BC-60. [. . . ] Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc. , near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . · When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated. 356 · Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish. 359 · Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish. 360 · Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally. 101a · The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102a · Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from an outlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103a · At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. 8. CLASSIC STACK This is modeled on the sound and response of a Marshall JMP1987. The legendary JMP1987 is renowned for its smooth tone and presence-perfect for classic and hard rock. JC CLEAN Channel This is a model of Roland's famous JC-120 Jazz Chorus guitar amplifier. The ultra-clean, ultra-flat sound offers a smooth feel. METAL STACK This is modeled on the Peavey EVH-5150. This is the high gain amp, so even at low volumes, you can still get heavy distortion and sustain. 4. When the tuner function is on, you can use this to select the name of the string to be tuned (p. This super high gain amp is capable of producing slash metal, grunge, and a wide range of other lead sounds. DYNA AMP This is an original amp sound that lets the player create previously unobtainable tonal changes according to the picking strength. Soft picking produces a transparent clean amp sound, while hard picking results in a deeply distorted high-gain amp sound. Once the sound is distorted, the tone then changes according to the force used in picking, greatly expanding your range of expression. ACOUSTIC By combining acoustic guitar simulation with COSM amplifier modeling technology, this original amplifier model gives you a dynamic acoustic guitar sound using a standard electric guitar. BLACK PANEL This is modeled on the classic Fender Twin Reverb amplifier, used in a wide variety of musical styles, from country to blues, jazz and rock. Exhibiting rich lows and a bright high end. Use of the RECORDING OUT/PHONES jack allows even better reproduction of the COSM-modeled sound. 6 Panel descriptions * All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, and are not related to Roland Corporation. In this manual, these names are used as appropriate ways to indicate sounds that are simulated using COSM technology. PHASER This effect adds a variable phaseshifted signal to the direct sound, giving the sound a swirling character. 6. GAIN Knob Adjusts the LEAD channel's distortion level. TREMOLO Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume. 7. [. . . ] Before switching off the power, lower the volume on each of the devices in your system and then TURN OFF the devices in the reverse order to which they were switched on. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally. For protection from sudden big sound, always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on and off, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction. 945 * If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. [. . . ]