Roland MC-09 Manual De Usuario

On the MC-09, a “pattern” is a phrase of one or two measures together with 
a sound to play that phrase. You can use the [

](PLAY) button to play 

back a phrase, or use the keyboard pads to play manually.

Depending on how a pattern is played or the sound it uses, the patterns of 
the MC-09 are organized into three groups: LEAD, BASS, and RHYTHM. 
Each group contains preset patterns. You can also store original patterns 
that you create on a user memory (user patterns)  or a memory card (p. 30).

:

 Patterns suitable for playing melodies

:

 Patterns suitable for playing bass

: Patterns suitable for playing drums or percussion

A sound used by a pattern in the LEAD or BASS group is called a 

, 

while the sounds used by a pattern in the RHYTHM group are called a 

. A rhythm set contains numerous 

, such as 

snare drum, hi-hat, and bass drum.

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For details on patterns, 
refer to“Sound List” (p. 76).