The XW-G1 is a groove synthesizer equipped with a keyboard and loaded with the functions of the various kinds of digital equipment used by club DJs, including the ability to create and play back a variety of rhythm patterns and musical phrases, all in a single unit. Users can enjoy playing an all-in-one instrument that enables control of cool sounds via sets of nine sliders, 16 Step Sequencer buttons and four assignable knobs arranged on the left side of the top panel.

■ 100 different rhythm patterns are available for playback in the preset sequences

■ Up to 100 original rhythm patterns can be recorded as user sequences

■ Users can improvise using the set of 16 buttons while playing back rhythm patterns

■ Multiple rhythm patterns—as many as 99—can be connected in a sequence and played as loops using the Chains function

■ 100 musical phrases can be readily played back using the preset phrases

■ Up to 100 musical phrases spontaneously played on the keyboard can be stored in memory as user phrases

■ A multifunction keys enables users to assign essential functions for DJ performances to keys

■ 420 preset tones including Solo Synthesizer and PCM tones can be quickly accessed in keyboard performances

■ The Arpeggio function can automatically play arpeggios just by pressing keys

■ Sounds performed on the synthesizer as well as sounds input from external source can be sampled and played back in loops of up to 19 seconds long, allowing overdubbing

■ Sampled sounds that are saved as user tones can be played in keyboard performances

■ Users can choose from a wide variety of preset tones or internal PCM and Synth waves to create sounds

■ Various input and output terminals enable connection of audio equipment and MIDI-compatible devices, such a DJ gear and musical instruments

■ Portable MIDI devices or audio equipment can be placed on the designated rubber holding space

Available now from Holmes Music Swindon (01793) 534095