The Roland D-5 is a multi-timbral synthesizer that operates in four modes: Performance, Multi Timbral, Manual Drums, and ROM Play. The Performance and Multi Timbral modes allow users to switch between different sounds (patches or timbres) to create complex musical arrangements, while the Manual Drums mode enables percussion playing from the keyboard. The ROM Play mode demonstrates the instrument's capabilities.
The manual details how to edit parameters for Tones, Patches, and Timbres to create custom sounds. It explains the construction of tones using partials, wave generators, time-variant filters, and amplifiers. Additionally, it covers rhythm setup, data transfer via memory cards or MIDI, and troubleshooting error messages.
| Number of independent synthesizers | eight |
|---|---|
| Rhythm tone generator | one |
The four modes are Performance Mode, Multi Timbral Mode, Manual Drums Mode, and ROM Play Mode.
In ROM Play mode, you can hear a demo performance that demonstrates the D-5's multi-timbral capabilities.