Newbie Needs Help with SR-16!

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Does one need an engineering degree to understand the SR-16? I have a good understanding of time signatures & meter, but I've struggled trying to learn how to program whole songs on the SR-16. I even bought an alternate manual (which seems a little clearer), but the struggle continues. Is there a video or more definitive source for learning how to use this critter? I wish I knew of an expert close by--I'd pay a reasonable amount to have him/her to come to my studio!
 
I can't help ya -- sorry. But I certainly feel your pain. lol.

I got to the point where I could program patterns. Then I'd simply play the patterns in whatever sequence the song called for while recording. I never put enough effort into programming all those patterns together into actual songs. It's worked for me so far. I'm not all that original anyway :)

These things take time (sometimes lots of it) to properly learn the ins and outs. Keep working on it and one day soon -- BANG!! -- you'll have it and wonder why you ever thought it was hard.

-Krag
 
What exactly don't you understand. And the meter's running! Ha! Ha! Ha!

I can't come to Minnesota but, I could probably make a user tutorial video and send it to you. Who knows if it will have all that you need to know in it. But I can show you what I know. What's it worth to you? :)
 
Every time I get mine out to program something it takes me a while to re-learn the thing. But after stumbling around for a while, it comes back to me. Keep at it and don't rely completely on the manual. I've learned more by just poking around in the different menus. You'll be zipping along in no time.
 
No Pain, No Gain

Thanks for the quick replies. Yes, if one doesn't stick to it, it's like starting all over again on the learning curve! I want to program simple drum patterns for my folk/pop compositions. Nothing elaborate--basic bass drum/snare/ride cymbal (or high hat) with an occasional wood block/tamborine/triange/cabasa. Out of frustration, I've even thought of beating on an oatmeal box if it would work! The only good thing I can say about my SR-16 is that it doesn't start a session with a hangover!

chris-from-ky, if you do think a video would help, I'd be most glad to pay for your trouble. e-mail me at: carl@wiktel.com, and I'll give you my address.

Thanks, all!
 
Yo KWBB:

All the info from the responders is very true. Takes time if you want to program a drum box and that's why I generally use the patches. I add drum sounds on separate tracks, like the rim shot and some cymbal splashes. Just need to know what part of the song you want to add a few bongs.

But, if you want to hear some really bright and lively patches, check out the Boss 770 and, of course, the new model, the 880. I use the 770 but am soon getting the 880.

Be like the Elmer's product--stick with it. [I know, bad joke.]

Green Hornet :D
 
I've only had mine for a few weeks now, and yes, when you want to do certain things, it's a bit odd. At the beginning, I had a helluva time creating fills. But overall, as a previous poster said, just keep at it. It'll come to you.
I'm not the sharpest tool in the shed to begin with, so if I can do it, anyone can. :rolleyes:
 
The two footswitches for the SR-16 adds a great deal of usefullness(sp?). Make beat, copy it to the B channel and add embellishments, create a A-Fill and a B-fill; who need a drummer? (Ah, we do, but thatsa a touchy subject.)
 
I'll have a friend of mine help me make a tutorial video. Because I'm a guy who loves a useful handout, I won't charge anything for it. Give me a week or two and I'll have it ready. When I do, I'll post the link for download.

Chris
 
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