Roland TAIKO-1 User manual

© 2021 Roland Corporation
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Assembly ...................................... 4
:Checking the Parts ............................. 4
:Assembly ..................................... 4
:Attaching a Strap .............................. 5
:Disassembly................................... 5
:Setting up the Floor Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
:Setting up on a Three-Pillar Stand ............... 6
Panel Descriptions ............................ 8
:Top Panel ..................................... 8
Performance Techniques .......................... 8
:Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) ............... 9
Getting Ready ................................. 10
:Installing the Batteries ......................... 10
:Turning the Power On/O ...................... 10
:Basic Operations............................... 11
:Setting the Optimum Sound for the Output
Destination (Output Mode) ........................ 11
Kits ............................................. 12
Memory........................................ 12
Playing......................................... 13
:Selecting a Sound (Kit) .......................... 13
:Playing Along with a Song ...................... 13
Using the MIX IN Jack ............................. 13
Using a Bluetooth Device .......................... 13
:Using the Lesson Function (Lesson) ............... 13
Sounding the Ji-uchi (Ji-uchi) ........................ 13
Using the Metronome (Metronome).................... 14
Recording (Rec) .................................. 14
Practicing (Practice) ................................ 15
Editing Sounds and Other Settings for Kits
(Kit Edit) .......................................... 16
:Setting an Instrument (Instrument) ................ 16
Parameters Specic to Each Instrument ............... 17
:Conguring the Eects (Eects) ................... 18
Applying an Equalizer for Each Pad (Pad EQ) ............ 18
Applying a Compressor to Each Pad (Pad Comp).......... 18
Applying Ambience to the Entire Kit (Ambience) ......... 19
Applying MFX to Each Pad (MFX) ..................... 19
:Setting the Kit Level (Kit Level) .................... 20
:Mute Group (Mute Group) ......................... 20
:Setting How the Nuance Changes According to
Where You Strike the Pad (Kit Pad Control) ........... 20
:Controlling the Sounds Using a Connected Pedal
(Pedal Control).................................... 21
:Controlling from an External MIDI Device (Kit MIDI) . 21
Setting the Note Number for Each Pad (Note Number) ..... 21
Setting the MIDI Channel for Each Pad (Channel) ......... 22
Setting the Gate Time for Each Pad (Gate Time)........... 22
:Naming a Kit (Kit Name) .......................... 22
:Giving a Kit a Kanji Name (Kit Kanji Name) ........... 22
:Copying a Kit (Kit Copy) .......................... 23
:Recalling Kits Successively (Set List) ............... 23
Selecting a Set List (from Selecting Banks to Selecting Kits)...... 23
Creating a Set List (from Creating a List to Saving to a Bank) ..... 24
Importing and Playing Audio Files
(User Sample) ..................................... 25
:Importing an Audio File (Import) .................. 25
:Previewing User Samples (Preview) ................ 25
:Editing a User Sample (Edit) ...................... 26
:Renaming a User Sample (Rename) ................ 26
:Deleting a User Sample (Delete) .................. 26
:Renumbering User Samples to Eliminate Blanks
(Renumber) ...................................... 27
:Optimizing the User Sample Area (Optimize) ....... 27
:Deleting All User Samples (Delete All) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Contents

Contents
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Conguring the Trigger Settings ............. 28
:Setting the Sensitivity and Other Parameters for
Each Pad (Pad Settings)............................ 28
Checking the Velocity and Other Settings of the Pads
You Strike ...................................... 29
:Conguring the Other Pad Not to Sound
(Xtalk Cancel)..................................... 29
:Specifying the Pads to Use (Active Pad) ............. 29
:Preventing the Currently Edited Pad from
Changing (Trigger Lock) ........................... 30
Using the Bluetooth® Functionality .......... 31
:Using the TAIKO-1 to Hear Music Played from a
Mobile Device ................................. 31
Registering a Mobile Device (Pairing) .................. 31
Conguring the Bluetooth Function (Setup) ............ 31
Connecting an Already-Paired Mobile Device .......... 32
Playing Music from a Mobile Device.................. 32
Checking the Bluetooth Status (Bluetooth Status).......... 32
:Resetting the Bluetooth Pairing Settings (Reset) ... 32
Backing up to USB Flash Drive (USB Memory)... 33
:Backing up the Settings (Save Backup) .............. 33
:Loading Backup Data (Load Backup) ................ 34
:Deleting Backup Files (Delete Backup) .............. 35
:Initialized a USB Flash Drive (USB Memory Format) .... 35
Making Overall Settings for the TAIKO-1
(Others) .......................................... 36
:Conguring the OUTPUT/PHONES Jack
(Output Settings) .................................. 36
:Conguring the Pedal Jacks and Shortcut
Settings (Control Settings).......................... 36
:MIDI-Related Settings (Global MIDI) ................ 38
:Conguring the Master Equalizer (Master EQ) ....... 38
:Conguring the Master Compressor (Master Comp) .. 39
:Setting the Screen and AUTO OFF Function
(LCD/Auto O).................................... 39
:Viewing Information for This Instrument
(Version Info) ..................................... 39
:Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) .... 40
Troubleshooting .............................. 41
Appendix ...................................... 42
:Adjusting the Head Tension..................... 42
:Kit List ........................................ 43
:Instrument List ................................ 43
:MFX List ...................................... 45
:Ji-uchi List..................................... 52
:Ji-uchi Instrument List.......................... 52
:Metronome Sounds ............................ 53
:Allowable Characters........................... 53
:Allowable Kanji Characters ..................... 53
Main Specications ........................... 54
MIDI-Related Settings......................... 55
:Note Numbers for Each Pad (Defaults) ............. 55
:MIDI Output Specications ..................... 55
:High-Resolution Velocity Prex (Controller Number 88) 55
:Program Change Messages ..................... 55
TAIKO-1 Audio Signal Flow ................... 56

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Checking the Parts
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5 7
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8 9 10
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Part name Quantity
1 Rods (with pad attachment screws) 8
2 Pads 2
3 Sound module 1
4 Rubber ring (for securing the sound module) 4
5 Trigger cables (0.2 m) 2
6 Trigger cables (1.0 m) (*1) 2
7 AC adaptor + power cord 1
8 Drum key 1
9 Hex wrench (*2) 1
10 Cable clamps 3
*1 Use the trigger cable (1.0 m) when playing the taiko while not on your shoulder.
&
“Setting up the Floor Stands”(p. 6)
*2 The hex wrench is used to adjust the tension of the heads.
&
“Adjusting the Head Tension”(p. 42)
Assembly
If necessary, spread out a blanket or similar material to prevent the
TAIKO-1 or oor from being scratched during assembly.
1. Attach the rods to the pad
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1-1. Place the pad ( 2) so that the surface with holes in it faces upward.
1-2. One at a time, insert the rods ( 1eight locations) into the holes of the
pad.
MEMO
The rods should be facing diagonally when correctly inserted.
1-3. Use the drum key 8to tighten the bolts of the rods ( 1eight locations)
until they no longer turn.
The appropriate tightness is approximately when the bolt head is no
longer visible.
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Protrusions on
the pad
1-4. Place the other pad ( 2) so that the surface with holes in it is facing
upward.
1-5. Turn over the pad to which the rods are attached, position the pads so
that the projections of the two pads are aligned, and then consecutively
insert the rods into the holes of the other pad one by one.
1-6. While making sure that the rods are inserted in the holes of the pad, use
the drum key 8to tighten the bolts of the rods ( 1eight locations) until
they no longer turn.
Assembly
Watch a video that explains TAIKO-1 assembly.
Access the following URL on your
computer or smartphone.
http://roland.cm/taiko_qs

Assembly
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2. Attaching the sound module
* When attaching the sound module, take care that you are not injured by
an rubber ring.
2-1. Attach an rubber ring ( 4) to each of the four corners of the sound
module ( 3) (four locations).
Gently pull the rubber ring to t it into the groove.
2. Pull gently
1. Fit into this groove
Rubber ring
2-2. Loop the rubber ring over the hooks of the rods that are located opposite
the protrusions on the pads (four locations).
Protrusions on the pad
Sound module
Hooks
Protrusions on the pad
(opposite side)
Mounting order
Mounting order
Hooks
4Rubber ring
3. Attaching the trigger cables
3-1. Connect the trigger cables (0.2 m) ( 5) to the TRIG OUT jacks of the two
pads.
3-2. Connect the other end of each cable to the TRIG IN 1/2 jacks of the sound
module.
Attaching a Strap
You can attach a commercially available taiko strap and play this
instrument.
To attach a strap, wrap it around the tip of the rod as shown in the
illustration (two locations).
Attach the strap to these two locations.
Wrap in a gure-eight, and then tie.
2
1
1
NOTE
If the wrapping is insucient, the strap might be displaced or
disconnected. Fasten it securely to prevent the instrument from
dropping.
Disassembly
1. Detach the sound module
1-1. Disconnect all connection cables such as the AC
adaptor and trigger cables.
1-2. One by one, pull and detach each rubber ring
that is attached to the rod hooks (four locations),
and detach the sound module.
This is easier if you remove the rubber rings rst.
2. Loosen all bolts for the rods of the pad 1
2-1. Use the drum key to loosen the
bolts until you can see their
heads from the side.
Do not remove them from the
rods; leave them attached.
Loosen all eight bolts of the
rods.
3. Pull the rods out of the pad
3-1. Taking care not to apply excessive force
to the connector section, pull out the rod
perpendicularly from the pad.
4. Disassemble the pad 2 in the same way
4-1. Loosen the bolts of the other pad in the same way, and pull out the rods.
Gap

Assembly
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Setting up the Floor Stands
What you’ll need besides the TAIKO-1 and stand
5String (0.5 m) × 4
5Thick cloth/fabric (used for cushioning) × 3
1. Remove the pads and sound module of the TAIKO-1.
&“Disassembly” (p. 5)
* The rods and rings are not used here.
2. Wrap the cloths or fabric around the stand (three
places).
3. Turn the pad over and thread the strings through
the holes where the rods are usually mounted (four
places).
* Make sure to thread the string
through the holes at the
specied places. If you thread
the strings through other places,
this could damage the sensor.
4. Flip the stand upside down that you wrapped with
cloths or fabric in step 1, and place it on the pad that
you turned over.
Position the pad so that the protrusion faces towards you.
5. Tie the strings into knots (four places).
Where to knot the
strings (four places)
Protrusions on the pad
6. Turn the assembled unit over.
7. Connect the pad and sound module with the included
trigger cable (1.0 m).
Pad: TRIG OUT jack
TAIKO-1: TRIG IN 1 jack (or TRIG IN 2 jack)
Set all Xtalk Cancel parameters to“0.”
&“Conguring the Other Pad Not to Sound (Xtalk Cancel)”
(p. 29)
Depending on the stand and how you strike the TAIKO-1, you may
get a better drumming feel by adjusting the parameters.
&“Conguring the Trigger Settings”(p. 28)
MEMO
You can line up two sets of
pads that you have respectively
attached to the oor stands, for
two people to play. In this case,
connect the TRIG OUT jack of the
second pad to the TRIG IN 2 jack (or
the TRIG IN 1 jack) of the TAIKO-1.
Place the sound module on the
oor for use.
Disassembly
To disassemble the units, use the reverse process you used when
assembling them.
Setting up on a Three-Pillar Stand
What you’ll need besides the TAIKO-1 and stand
5String (1 m) × 3
1. Disconnect all connection cables such as the AC
adaptor and trigger cables.
2. Remove the sound module of the TAIKO-1.
Leave the rubber rings on the sound module.

Assembly
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3. Thread the string through the belt on each pillar of
the three-pillar stand, and tie a string into a loop
(three places).
4. Hook the string loops onto the rods of the TAIKO-1, as
shown in the illustration.
Place the pad so the protrusions on the pad face towards you.
Each string loop should hook onto two rods.
5. Attach the sound module.
Attach the sound module so that it is a little to the right from the
center, making the buttons easier to operate.
View from the front (player’s side)
Connect the pad and sound module with the included trigger
cable (0.2 m).
Pad: TRIG OUT jack
TAIKO-1: TRIG IN 1 jack
(Do not connect the sound module to the lower pad.)
Disassembly
To disassemble the units, use the reverse process you used when
assembling them.
Specifying the pads to use (Active Pad)
With the TAIKO-1, you can use both pads; but if you want to use
only one pad, you can enable just one. This helps prevent the
lower surface from operating unintentionally.
&“Specifying the Pads to Use (Active Pad)”(p. 29)
Handling caution (about the screws)
Do not touch the screws of the
projections, since doing so might
cause the heads to loosen.
Caution when replacing the head
(do not insert your hand or ngers)
Do not insert your hand or ngers into the area indicated by the
arrow in the illustration. Doing so might cause injury or damage.
Frame
Head
Gap
Gap
The rubber components of the head and rim are consumable
parts whose performance will decline with use over time.
If the head becomes torn, or if the surface of the head sags even
when the head tension is correctly adjusted, replace the head.
If the rubber of the rim is damaged, contact the retailer from
whom you purchased the product, or the nearest Roland Service
Center.
&“Adjusting the Head Tension”(p. 42)

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1
2
Head Rim
Top
Bottom
1 Pad 1 (head 1/rim 1)
Pad 1 (PAD1) is the pad that is attached to
the upper surface and connected to the TRIG IN 1 jack.
The mesh area is called the“head (PAD1H),” and the rubber area is
called the “rim (PAD1R).”
2 Pad 2 (head 2/rim 2)
Pad 2 (PAD2) is the pad that is attached to the lower surface and
connected to the TRIG IN 2 jack.
The mesh area is called the“head (PAD2H),” and the rubber area is
called the “rim (PAD2R).”
Top Panel
1
2
3
7
6
5
4
1 Display
Shows various information according to the operation.
2 [H] [I]buttons
Move the cursor. The currently selected item is highlighted.
3 F1 (left) button, F2 (right) button
The function of these buttons changes depending on what is
shown in the display.
4 [](TOMOE) button
Regardless of the screen that is shown, pressing this button takes
you back to the top screen and selects a favorite kit (with the
factory settings).
You can change the function of this button.
&“Conguring the Pedal Jacks and Shortcut Settings (Control
Settings)” (p. 36)
5 [+] [-] buttons
Selects a kit or modies a value.
6 [L]button
Turns the power on/o.
7 [ ] [ ] buttons
Raises or lowers the volume. When you press a button, the current
volume is shown (the previous screen reappears after several
seconds).
1
2
Top
Bottom
Panel Descriptions
Performance Techniques
About the “bachi” (sticks) to use
You can use bachi (sticks) made of either magnolia tree
wood or maple.
Using maple sticks
When using maple sticks, the mesh head (surface) and the
rubber on the rim (edge) wears out more quickly.
Wear and tear on the sticks
The sticks may tend out wear out after playing on the mesh (heads) for some time.
Caution on using chipped/broken sticks
Do not use chipped or broken sticks, as doing so may damage the surface of the heads.
* When playing the TAIKO-1, do not strike any location other than the surface or rim of the pad (including
the rods or the sound module). Failure to observe this causes malfunctions or damage to the instrument.
Head
Strike the head.
The nuances of the tone change
according to the location of the head
that you strike.
Rim
Do not strike the projection
of the rim.
Doing so will damage the
“bachi” (sticks) and will also
cause malfunctions and
faulty operation.
Strike the rim.
You hear a sound other than that
produced by the head.
NOTE
If you strongly strike the mesh area between the surface and
the rim (the gray area in the illustration), the“bachi” (sticks)
will strike the material on the rear of the head, and the sensor
will not work correctly. Since this will also damage the parts,
take care not to perform so strongly that you strike the
material on the rear.
MEMO
5This instrument does not support playing the head and rim of the same pad
simultaneously (including open rim shots).
5This instrument does not support playing the rim of pad 1 and of pad 2
simultaneously.
* Depending on how the pads are set up, it is possible to simultaneously strike the rim of pad
1 and of pad 2.
&“Setting up the Floor Stands”(p. 6)

Panel Descriptions
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A OUTPUT jack (mono)
Outputs the sound. Connect this to your
amplied speaker or mixer.
As necessary, use the cable clamp to tie the cable
to the rod.
B FOOT SW jack
You can connect a footswitch (BOSS FS-5U, FS-
6; sold separately) and use it to control various parameters.
&“Conguring the Pedal Jacks and Shortcut Settings (Control
Settings)” (p. 36)
Factory settings:
You can use FOOT SW 1/2 to step forward or backward through the kits, one
at a time.
C EXP PEDAL 1/2 jacks
You can connect an expression pedal (EV-5, sold separately) and
use it to control various parameters.
&“Conguring the Pedal Jacks and Shortcut Settings (Control
Settings)” (p. 36)
Factory settings:
You can use EXP PEDAL 1 to control the overall volume.
You can use EXP PEDAL 2 to control the volume of the “ji-uchi” (base beat).
* Use only the specied expression pedal. Connecting any other expression
pedals may cause the unit to malfunction or become damaged.
D TRIG IN 1 jack
Use the included trigger cable to connect the TRIG OUT jack of pad
1 to the TRIG IN 1 jack.
E TRIG IN 2 jack
Use the included trigger cable to connect the TRIG OUT jack of pad
2 to the TRIG IN 2 jack.
F DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
* Use the cord hook to secure the cord of the AC adaptor as shown in the
illustration.
G Batteries
&“Installing the Batteries”(p. 10)
H PHONES jack
Connect your headphones here. Use a stereo mini plug for this
connection.
* Even if headphones are connected, sound is still output from the OUTPUT
jack.
I MIX IN jack
Connect an external audio device.
Use a stereo mini plug for this connection.
J USB COMPUTER port
Connect your computer to the TAIKO-1’s USB port via USB cable.
* Do not use a micro USB cable that is designed only for charging a device.
Cables used for charging only cannot transmit data.
K USB MEMORY port
You can connect a USB ash drive here.
&
“Backing up to USB Flash Drive (USB Memory)” (p. 33)
* Never turn o the power or remove the USB ash drive while the message
“Processing...” is displayed.
Cable clamps
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.
G Batteries
&“Installing the Batteries”(p. 10)
F DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to
this jack.
E TRIG IN 2 jack
H PHONES jack I MIX IN jack
Connect an audio device
here.
A OUTPUT jack
B FOOT SW jack C EXP PEDAL 1/2 jacks
J USB COMPUTER port
K USB MEMORY port
D TRIG IN 1 jack
’to AC outlet
AC adaptor
Pad 2 Pad 1
Cord hook

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Installing the Batteries
As an alternative to using the AC adaptor, you can use commercially
available AA-size rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
* When an AC adaptor is used, the unit is powered by the AC adaptor even
if batteries are installed.
* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons from
damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.
1. Remove the battery cover.
1-1. Remove the thumbscrew from the battery cover.
1-2. Slide the battery cover forward and remove it.
Thumbscrew
Battery cover
2. Insert the batteries into the battery case in the
correct orientation.
3. Close the battery cover.
* Handling batteries improperly may cause the risk of explosion or uid
leakage. Make sure to carefully observe all of the items related to
batteries that are listed in“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT
NOTES” (found in the leaet“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Owner’s
Manual).
Remaining battery indication
When the remaining battery power runs low, a battery low icon
( ) appears in the upper right of the display. When this appears,
install fresh batteries as soon as possible.
If you continue to use the instrument in this state, the “Battery Low!”
message appears, and nally the TAIKO-1 stops functioning entirely.
Turning the Power On/O
* Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to turn down the volume
on all connected devices. Even with the volume turned down, you might
hear some sound when switching the instrument on/o. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
Turning the power on
[L] button
[ ] [ ] buttons
1. Turn on the equipment in this order: TAIKO-1 (press
the [L]button) 0connected devices.
2. Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to adjust the volume.
MEMO
Hold down the [ ] button and press the [ ] button to make the
value increase quickly. Hold down the [ ] button and press the
[ ] button to make the value decrease quickly.
* The power to this instrument turns o automatically after a certain
amount of time has passed since it was played or operated (Auto O
function).
If you do not want the power to turn o automatically, disengage
the Auto O function.
&“Setting the Screen and AUTO OFF Function (LCD/Auto O )”
(p. 39)
5 To restore power, turn the power on again.
Turning the power o
1. Turn o the equipment in this order: connected
devices 0TAIKO-1 (long-press the [L]button).
Getting Ready