Alesis micron Reference Manual

 

 
Each rhythm’s drum sounds, relative sound levels, left/right 
panning, rhythmic patterns, time signature, duration, quantization, 
and name can be edited.  (We’ll leave the editing for a later 
chapter.) 
 
 

 
Press [setups] to explore this mode.  Setups combine the 
following elements: 
 

●  Multiple Programs. 
●  Multiple Patterns.   
●  Multiple Rhythms.   
●  Splits (like placing a rhythm on the left side of the keyboard, a 

bass program in the middle, and a lead program on the right). 

●  Latch on/off settings. 
●  Semitone transpositions. 
●  Level and left/right panning. 
●  Effects settings. 
●  Controller assignments. 
 

First, simply press the [setups] button, twirl the control knob a 
few times, and listen to the various presets.  Be sure to play 
throughout the keyboard range to experience the various splits, 
layers, and rhythm triggers.  These presets will give you a good 
sense for some of the different possibilities you can create on your 
own. 

 

The Micron was designed to make it easy to compose and modify 
your own Setups.  Try creating your own setup.  Follow these 
steps: 
 
Go into Programs and find a bass sound you like. 
Push the control knob and select “start new setup” 
Now go back to Programs and find a lead instrument you like. 
Push the control knob and choose “add to setup?” Then select “Split 
A high?” 
Now go into the “Rhythms” section and find a rhythm you like. 
Now hold down the [rhythms] button and push the [setups] 
button.  This adds the beat to your setup. 
Start jamming.