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Common Roland JD-XA Questions
How do I sync the JD-XA's sequencer to an external MIDI clock source like my DAW?
Go to the SYSTEM menu, select MIDI, then set MIDI Clock to EXT. Finally, set the JD-XA's MIDI receive channel to match the DAW's transmit channel.
I've created a cool sound, but how do I save it as a patch/preset/kit on the JD-XA?
Press the WRITE button, select the desired memory location (A-H, 1-128), and then press WRITE again to confirm saving the current sound as a program/preset.
How do I quickly switch between the four different parts (Analog 1, Analog 2, Digital 1, Digital 2) while performing live?
Use the PART SELECT buttons (A1, A2, D1, D2) on the front panel to toggle each part on or off individually, or use the PART MUTE button to toggle the entire program.
My JD-XA's sound is cutting out intermittently. What could be causing this?
Check the levels of each part (Analog 1, Analog 2, Digital 1, Digital 2) in the mixer, and make sure none are clipping; also ensure the overall volume is set appropriately to avoid internal overload.
What is the difference between using the Analog and Digital parts on the JD-XA, and how do I effectively combine them?
The Analog parts provide classic analog synth sounds, while the Digital parts offer versatile PCM waveforms and SuperNATURAL synth tones; combine them by assigning different parts to the same MIDI channel and balancing their levels in the mixer for layered textures.