Roland AT20s Musical Instrument User Manual


 
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Main Features
We want to take a moment to thank you for your purchase of the Roland AT-20S “Atelier
Series” Organ.
The AT-20S is an electronic organ which provides a generous collection of rich organ
sounds. In addition, it is designed to be easy to learn and use. In order to enjoy reliable
performance of your new keyboard for many years to come, please take the time to read
through this manual in its entirety.
Basic concepts of the ATELIER series
A full complement of organ sounds
A wide range of basic organ sounds, ranging from jazz organ and pipe organ to theatre
organ, are onboard so you are sure to enjoy having access to all the sounds you expect
from an organ.
Panel layout based on a tradition of emphasis on realtime operation
Based on the idea that you should be able to sit down and begin playing immediately,
the operation buttons of the panel are arranged by function as dictated by classic organ
traditions, ensuring easy and intuitive operation. All models of the ATELIER series fea-
ture the same operability, allowing you to start playing immediately even if you switch
models.
High-quality sounds that you can use without editing
In addition to a full range of organ sounds, high-quality sounds such as strings and brass
are also included onboard. You can simply select sounds and enjoy playing the organ-
no need to perform complicated editing operations.
Expansive lower keyboard with damper pedal for piano-like
expressiveness
Piano is indispensable to the performance of contemporary music. On the ATELIER se-
ries, the lower keyboard features an expanded range that gives you the expressive pow-
er of a piano. The keyboard also features half-damper pedal capability and initial touch
sensitivity, both indispensable for piano performance.
All models provide high-quality grand piano sounds.
Design utilizes your existing music data
The ATELIER series is designed so that even on new models, you will feel right at home
and can begin playing immediately. Data compatibility has also been carefully taken
into account, and song data or registration data from earlier models can be used without
change.
Music styles from around the world
Many of the best-loved musical styles from around the world (rhythm and automatic ac-
companiment patterns) are built in, allowing you to enjoy an international range of per-
formances.
Utilizes SMF music files
Since a floppy disk drive is built in, you can use the wide array of commercially available
SMF music files to enjoy ensemble performances or automatic playback.
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