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Setting the Tuning Curve
(Stretch Tuning)
A piano is generally tuned to a pitch with a lower bass
range and a higher treble range than equal temperament.
This special tuning method for pianos is called “Stretch
Tuning.”
1.
Hold down the [SPLIT] button, and press the
[TWIN PIANO] button.
The ep 880 switches to the function mode.
2.
Press the [HARPSICHORD] button.
The button’s indicator flashes. The following appears
in the display.
Power-up default setting: On
Applying the Damper Pedal to the
Left Keyboard Area
When you are using Split play (p. 18), you can apply the
damper pedal effect to the sound played by the left-hand
keyboard range.
1.
Hold down the [SPLIT] button, and press the
[TWIN PIANO] button.
The ep 880 switches to the function mode.
2.
Press the [ORGAN] button.
The following appears in the display.
Power-up default setting: OFF
Preventing the Settings
from Changing During
Performance
Disabling Everything Except Piano
Play (Panel Lock)
The “Panel Lock” function locks the ep 880 in a state
where only piano performance can be used, and all
buttons will be disabled. This prevents the settings from
being inadvertently modified even if children press the
buttons accidentally.
In the Panel Lock state, only the grand piano sound can be
played.
1.
Turn the volume to the minimum, and press the
[Power] switch to turn off the power.
2.
Hold down the [PIANO] button and press the
[Power] switch to turn on the power.
The following display will appear.
All buttons are disabled.
3.
Adjust the volume.
When you play the keyboard, the grand piano sound
will be heard.
To defeat the Panel Lock function, turn the volume
down to the minimum, and turn on the power once
again.
Disabling the Buttons When Using a
Tone Other Than Piano (Tone Lock)
Even when using Tones other than the Piano, you can set
the instrument so all of its buttons are disabled (the
settings in effect at that time will be maintained).
1.
Hold down the [DEMO] button and press the
[KEY TOUCH] button.
The song or the metronome sound that is playing will
stop. The following will appear in the display:
All buttons are disabled while the instrument is set
like this. To cancel the Tone Lock function, once again
hold down the [DEMO] button while you press the
[KEY TOUCH] button.
This effect works only with the piano tones.
Display Descriptions
OFF This is the standard tuning curve. This is the right
choice when using Dual play (p. 17), or when
playing in ensemble with other instruments.
On This tuning curve expands the bass and treble ends
somewhat. It is suitable for performances such as
piano solos. This setting is in effect when you turn
on the power.
Display Descriptions
On The damper pedal effect will be applied to the
sound of the left and right hand keyboard area.
OFF The damper pedal effect will not be applied to the
sound of the left-hand keyboard area.
NOTE
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