Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual (this document)

To obtain the PDF manual
Read this first. It explains the basic things you need to know in
order to use the TAIKO-1. 1. Enter the following URL in your
computer.
PDF Manual (download from the Web) https://www.roland.com/support/

55 TAIKO-1 Reference Manual I

This explains all functions and parameters of the TAIKO-1. 2. Choose “TAIKO-1” as the product name.

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Owner’s Manual (p. 2)).
After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
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 USING THE UNIT SAFELY
WARNING WARNING CAUTION
Concerning the Auto Off function Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct Keep small items out of the reach of children
The power to this unit will be voltage To prevent accidental ingestion of the
turned off automatically after a Be sure to use only the AC adaptor parts listed below, always keep them
predetermined amount of time has supplied with the unit. Also, out of the reach of small children.
passed since it was last used for make sure the line voltage at the • Included Parts
playing music, or its buttons or controls were installation matches the input Rubber ring (p. 4)
operated (Auto Off function). If you do not voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. • Removable Parts
want the power to be turned off automatically, Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity,
disengage the Auto Off function (p. 13). Screws (p. 5)
or be designed for a different voltage, so their
use could result in damage, malfunction, or
electric shock.
Use only the supplied power cord
Use only the attached power cord.
Also, the supplied power cord must
not be used with any other device.

IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply • Use only the specified expression pedal. By Intellectual Property Right
connecting any other expression pedals, you It is forbidden by law to make an audio
• Place the AC adaptor so that the side with text
risk causing malfunction and/or damage to recording, video recording, copy or revision of
is downward.
the unit. a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work,
Power Supply: Use of Batteries • The rubber portion of the striking surface is video work, broadcast, live performance, or
If operating this unit on batteries, please use treated with a preservative to maintain its other work), whether in whole or in part, and
Ni-MH batteries. performance. With the passage of time, this distribute, sell, lease, perform or broadcast it
preservative may appear on the surface as without the permission of the copyright owner.
Repairs and Data
a white stain, or reveal how the pads were Do not use this product for purposes that could
• Before sending the unit away for repairs, be struck during product testing. This does not infringe on a copyright held by a third party.
sure to make a backup of the data stored affect the performance or functionality of the We assume no responsibility whatsoever with
within it; or you may prefer to write down product, and you may continue using it with regard to any infringements of third-party
the needed information. Although we will confidence. copyrights arising through your use of this
do our utmost to preserve the data stored in product.
• Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration
your unit when we carry out repairs, in some
of the pad, but this will not affect the pad’s The copyright of content in this product
cases, such as when the memory section is
function. (the sound waveform data, style data,
physically damaged, restoration of the stored
content may be impossible. Roland assumes • Do not use connection cables that contain a accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio
no liability concerning the restoration of any built-in resistor. loops and image data) is reserved by Roland
stored content that has been lost. Corporation.
Using External Memories Purchasers of this product are permitted to
Additional Precautions • Please observe the following precautions utilize said content (except song data such
• Any data stored within the unit can be lost when handling external memory devices. as Demo Songs) for the creating, performing,
as the result of equipment failure, incorrect Also, make sure to carefully observe all the recording and distributing original musical
operation, etc. To protect yourself against the precautions that were supplied with the works.
irretrievable loss of data, try to make a habit external memory device. Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted
of creating regular backups of the data you’ve • Do not remove the device while reading/ to extract said content in original or modified
stored in the unit. writing is in progress. form, for the purpose of distributing recorded
• Roland assumes no liability concerning the • To prevent damage from static electricity, medium of said content or making them
restoration of any stored content that has discharge all static electricity from your available on a computer network.
been lost. person before handling the device. This product contains eParts integrated
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the Caution Regarding Radio Frequency Emissions software platform of eSOL Co.,Ltd. eParts is a
display. trademark of eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan.
• The following actions may subject you to
• This instrument is designed to minimize penalty of law. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
the extraneous sounds produced when it’s • Disassembling or modifying this device. registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
played. However, since sound vibrations can SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Roland is
• Removing the certification label affixed to
be transmitted through floors and walls to a under license.
the back of this device.
greater degree than expected, take care not This Product uses the Source Code of μT-Kernel
• Using this device in a country other than
to allow these sounds to become a nuisance under T-License 2.0 granted by the T-Engine
where it was purchased
others nearby. Forum (www.tron.org).
• When disposing of the packing carton or Roland is a registered trademark or trademark
cushioning material in which this unit was of Roland Corporation in the United States and/
packed, you must observe the waste disposal or other countries.
regulations that apply to your locality. Company names and product names appearing
in this document are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.

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 Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
::Selecting a Sound (Kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ::Performing Along with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the MIX IN Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using a Bluetooth Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
::Checking the Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
::Using the Lesson Function (Lesson) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
::Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Sounding the Ji-uchi (Ji-uchi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
::Attaching a Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
::Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sounding the Metronome (Metronome) . . . . . . . . . . 10
Recording (Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Practicing (Practice) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
::Top Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Bluetooth® Functionality . . . . . . 12
::Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ::Using the TAIKO-1 to Hear Music Played from a
Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registering a Mobile Device (Pairing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
::Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Connecting an Already-Paired Mobile Device . . . . 12
::Turning On/Off the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Playing Music from the Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . 12
::Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Making Overall Settings for the TAIKO-1
::Output Mode Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
(Others) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
::Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) . . 13

Main Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Assembly
Checking the Parts 1 Rod (with pad attachment screws) 8

2 Pad 2
1 2 3
3 Sound module 1

4 Rubber ring for securing the sound module 4

5 Trigger cable (0.2 m) 2

6 Trigger cable (1.0 m) (*1) 2

4 7 AC adaptor + power cord 1

8 Drum key 1

5 6 7 9 Hex wrench (*2) 1

10 Cable clamp 3

*1 Use the trigger cable (1.0 m) for playing styles in which the taiko is not shouldered.
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
8 r

9 10 *2 The hex wrench is used to adjust the tension of the heads.

& “Reference Manual” (PDF)

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Assembly

they no longer turn.

Assembly
2. Attaching the sound module
If necessary, spread out a blanket or similar material to prevent the
TAIKO-1 or floor from being scratched during assembly. * When attaching the sound module, take care that you are not
injured by an rubber ring.
1. Attach the rods to the pad 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 fit it into the groove.
Rubber ring

1 1

1. Fit into this groove

2. Pull gently

2-2. Loop the rubber ring over the hooks of the rods that are located opposite
the projections of the pads (four locations).

4 Rubber ring

2
1-1. Place a pad ( 2 ) so that the surface with holes in it is facing upward.
1-2. One at a time, insert the rods ( 1 eight locations) into the holes of the
pad.
1-3. Use the drum key 8 to tighten the bolts of the rods ( 1 eight locations) Hook
until they no longer turn.
The appropriate tightness is approximately when the bolt head is no Projection of the pad
longer visible.

Hook

Sound module

Projection of
the pad 3. Attaching the trigger cables

2
1-4. Place the other pad ( 2 ) so that the surface with holes in it is facing
upward.
3-1. Connect the trigger cables (0.2 m) ( 5 ) to the TRIG OUT jacks of the two
1-5. Turn over the pad to which the rods are attached, position the pads so pads.
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. 3-2. Connect the other end of each cable to the TRIG IN 1/2 jacks of the sound
module.
1-6. While making sure that the rods are inserted in the holes of the pad, use
the drum key 8 to tighten the bolts of the rods ( 1 eight locations) until

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 Assembly

Attaching a Strap Caution when replacing the head

(do not insert your hand or fingers)
You can attach a commercially available taiko strap and play this
instrument. Do not insert your hand or fingers into the area indicated by the
arrow in the illustration. Doing so might cause injury or damage.
To attach a strap, wrap it around the tip of the rod as shown in the
illustration (two locations). Frame
Wrap in a figure-eight, and then tie. 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
Attach the strap to these two locations. whom you purchased the product, or the nearest Roland Service
Center.
NOTE
If the wrapping is insufficient, the strap might be displaced or
disconnected. Fasten it securely to prevent the instrument from Watch a video that explains TAIKO-1 assembly.
dropping. Access the following URL on your
computer or smartphone.
Disassembly
http://roland.cm/taiko_qs
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.

Handling caution (about the screws)

Do not touch the screws of the
projections, since doing so might
cause the heads to loosen.
2. Loosen all bolts for the rods of one pad
2-1. Use the drum key to loosen the Gap
bolts until you can see their
heads.
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 Specifying the pads to use (Active Pad)
The TAIKO-1 lets you use both pads, but if you want to use only
3-1. Taking care not to apply excessive force
to the connector section, pull out the rod
one pad, you can enable just one pad.
perpendicularly from the pad. This lets you prevent unintended operation of the lower surface.
1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Trigger,” press the “SELECT” (F2 button).
3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Active Pad,” press the “SELECT”
(F2 button).
4. Disassemble pad 2 in the same way
4. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select a pad, and use the [+] [-] buttons to
4-1. Loosen the bolts of the other pad in the same way, and pull out the rods. switch ON / OFF.

Parameter Value
Explanation
[H] [I] button [+] [–] button

PAD1 ON Enable the pad.

PAD2 OFF Disable the pad.

5. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to the top screen.

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 Panel Descriptions
Head Rim

2
1
Top Panel
1

1 Pad 1 (head 1/rim 1) 2

Pad 1 (PAD1) is the pad that is attached to
3 6
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
4
2 Pad 2 (head 2/rim 2)
Pad 2 (PAD2) is the pad that is attached to the lower surface and 7
connected to the TRIG IN 2 jack.
The mesh area is called the “head (PAD2H),” and the rubber area is
called the “rim (PAD2R).”

Performance 5
About the bachi (sticks) to use
Use commercially available sticks sold for a “katsugi okedo
daiko.”

* When playing the TAIKO-1, do not strike

any location other than the surface or
rim of the pad. (Do not strike the rods or
the sound module.) Doing so will cause
malfunctions and faulty operation.

Bachi (sticks)
1 Display
Shows various information for the operation.
Head Rim 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. Use them to switch between the tabs shown
Do not strike the projection in the lower part of the display, or to specify functions.
of the rim.
Doing so will damage the 4 [ ] (TOMOE) button
“bachi” (sticks) and will also
Strike the head. cause malfunctions and Regardless of the screen that is shown, pressing this button takes
faulty operation. you back to the top screen and selects a favorite kit (with the
The nuances of the tone change
according to the location of the
factory settings).
head that you strike. Strike the rim. You can change the function of this button.
You hear a sound other than that &  “Reference Manual” (PDF)
produced by the head.
5 [+] [-] buttons
NOTE
If you strongly strike the mesh area between the Select a kit or modify a value.
surface and the rim (the gray area in the illustration),
the “bachi” (sticks) will strike the material on the rear
6 [L] button
of the head, and the sensor will not work correctly. Turns the power on/off.
Since this will also damage the parts, take care not to
perform so strongly that you strike the material on 7 [ ] [ ] buttons
the rear. Raise or lower the volume. When you press a button, the current
MEMO volume is shown (the previous screen reappears after several
55 This instrument does not support playing techniques in which the head seconds).
and rim of the same pad are struck simultaneously (such as open rim
shots).
55 This instrument does not support playing techniques in which the rim of
pad 1 and the rim of pad 2 are struck simultaneously.
* Depending on how the pads are set up, it is possible to simultaneously strike the rim of
pad 1 and the rim of pad 2.
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)

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 Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

E TRIG IN 2 jack F DC IN jack J USB COMPUTER port D TRIG IN 1 jack

Connect the included AC adaptor here.

’ to AC outlet
Pad 2 AC adaptor K USB MEMORY port Pad 1

A OUTPUT jack

Cord hook

G Batteries
& “Installing the Batteries” (p. 8)

B FOOT SW jack C EXP PEDAL 1/2 jacks H PHONES jack I MIX IN jack
Connect your audio
equipment here.

A OUTPUT jack (mono) Cable clamp

F DC IN jack
Outputs the sound. Connect this to your Connect the included AC adaptor here.
amplified speaker or mixer. * Use the cord hook to secure the cord of the AC adaptor as shown
As necessary, use the cable clamp to hold the in the illustration.
cable.
G Batteries
B FOOT SW jack & “Installing the Batteries” (p. 8)
You can connect a footswitch (sold separately:
BOSS FS-5U, FS-6) and use it to control various things. H PHONES jack
You can connect a set of headphones here.
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
Use a stereo mini plug for this connection.
Factory Setting:
Even if headphones are connected, sound is still output from the
You can use FOOT SW 1/2 to step forward or backward through the kits.
output jack.
C EXP PEDAL 1/2 jacks I MIX IN jack
You can connect an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5) and Connect an external audio device.
use it to control various things.
Use a stereo mini plug for this connection.
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
J USB COMPUTER port
Factory Setting:
Connect your computer to the TAIKO-1’s USB port via USB cable.
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.”
* Do not use a micro USB cable that is designed only for charging a
device. Charge-only cables cannot transmit data.
* Use only the specified expression pedal. By connecting any other
expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage K USB MEMORY port
to the unit. You can connect a USB flash drive here.
D TRIG IN 1 jack & “Reference Manual” (PDF)
Use the included trigger cable to connect the TRIG OUT jack of pad * Never turn off the power or remove the USB flash drive while the
1 to the TRIG IN 1 jack. screen indicates “Processing...”

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.

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 Getting Ready
Installing the Batteries Turning On/Off the Power
As an alternative to using the AC adaptor, you can use commercially * Before turning the unit on/off, turn down the volume of the
available AA nickel-metal hydride batteries. connected device. Even with the volume turned down, you might
hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is
* When an AC adaptor is used, the unit is powered by the AC
normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
adaptor even if batteries are installed.
* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the
buttons and knobs from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; Turning the TAIKO-1 on
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.
[L] button
Battery cover
Thumbscrew

[ ][ ] buttons

1. Power-on the equipment in the order of TAIKO-1

2. Taking care to observe the correct orientation of the (press the [L] button) 0 connected devices.
batteries, insert the batteries into the battery case.
2. Use the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the volume.
3. Close the battery cover.
* The power to this unit will be turned off automatically after a
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid
predetermined amount of time has passed since it was last used
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
for playing music, or its buttons or controls were operated (Auto
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Off function).
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and
Owner’s manual (p. 2)). If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically,
disengage the Auto Off function.
Remaining battery indication & “Screen and Auto Off settings” (p. 13)
55 Unsaved data is lost when the power turns off. Before turning the
When the remaining battery power runs low, a battery low icon ( ) power off, save the data that you want to keep.
appears in the upper right of the display. When this appears, install 55 To restore power, turn the power on again.
fresh batteries as soon as possible.
If you continue to use the unit in this state, the display will indicate Turning off the power
“Battery Low!,” and finally the TAIKO-1 will stop functioning entirely.

1. Power-off the equipment in the order of the

connected devices 0 TAIKO-1 (long-press the [L]
button).

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 Getting Ready

Basic Operation Changing a value ([-] [+] buttons)

Function settings (F1/F2 buttons)

F1 button F2 button

These buttons execute the functions that are shown in the lower part
of the display.
[-] [+] buttons
The function that are shown vary depending on the screen.
* In the explanations shown in the owner’s manual, these buttons Use the [–] [+] buttons to change the value that is highlighted by the
are described as “function” and (button): for example, “MENU” cursor.
(F2 button).
MEMO

Moving the cursor ( [H] [I] buttons) If you hold down the [+] button and press the [-] button, the value
increases quickly. If you hold down the [-] button and press the [+]
button, the value decreases quickly.

Output Mode Setting

1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Others,” press the
“SELECT” (F2 button).
3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Output Setting,”
press the “SELECT” (F2 button).
[H] [I] buttons 4. Use the “Output Mode” parameter to select the
output-destination device.
The cursor is a highlighted area in the screen that indicates the setting
you can change. If there are multiple items in the screen, use the [H] Parameter Value Explanation
[I] buttons to move the cursor to the item that you want to change. The sound is optimized for use with
Phones
headphones.
MEMO Output Mode
The sound is optimized for output from
Speaker
If you hold down the button for one direction and then press the the OUTPUT jack.
other button, the cursor moves more quickly.

TOMOE boost
If you hold down the [ ] (tomoe) button and press a [+] [–]
button, the value changes at ultra-high speed.

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 Playing
Selecting a Sound (Kit) What is ji-uchi?
The TAIKO-1 assigns separate sounds to the head and rim of the two
pads. These four sounds are collectively called a “kit.” Ji-uchi is the basic rhythm of the song.
There are 50 preset kits. By switching kits, you can perform using a The ji-uchi is struck like a metronome, and the song is played in
variety of different sounds. time with it.
Since the ji-uchi also plays a role in determining the expression
1. Press “BACK” (F1 button) several times to access the top
or tempo of the song (corresponding to the conductor of an
screen. orchestra), it is an extremely important part.
2. Use the [-] [+] buttons to select the kit.

About the top screen 1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).

2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Lesson,” press the
This is the basic screen of the TAIKO-1, which appears when you turn “SELECT” (F2 button).
on the power.
Kit number Trigger indicator 3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Ji-uchi,” press the
The strength at which you strike the head or
rim is shown in six levels.
“SELECT” (F2 button).
The setting screen appears.

Parameter Value
Explanation
[H] [I] button [+] [-] button
Kit name Function
If a Japanese name is specified for the Shown if functions are assigned to Specifies the volume of the
kit, the Japanese name is also shown. the F1 and F2 buttons. Ji-uchi Volume 0–31, MAX
ji-uchi.
Refer to the
MEMO Track “Reference Manual” Selects the ji-uchi pattern.
You can edit the sounds of the kit. (PDF).

For details, refer to “Reference Manual” (PDF). Tempo 20–260 Specifies the tempo.
Specifies the strength of the
Velocity 1–32
Performing Along with a Song sound.

4. Press the “PLAY p” (F2 button).

Using the MIX IN Jack You can also switch to another screen while the ji-uchi plays.
If the output of an external device is input via the MIX IN jack, you can 5. Press the “STOP q” (F2 button).
perform along with a song that’s playing back on the external device.
If a screen other than the ji-uchi setting screen is shown, access the
* To adjust the playback volume, adjust the volume on your ji-uchi setting screen and then press “STOP q” (F2 button).
mobile device.
6. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to
Using a Bluetooth Device the top screen.
If an external device is connected via Bluetooth, you can perform
along with a song that’s playing back on the external device.
Sounding the Metronome (Metronome)
& “Using the Bluetooth® Functionality” (p. 12) 1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Lesson,” press the
“SELECT” (F2 button).
Using the Lesson Function (Lesson) 3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Metronome,” press
You can have the TAIKO-1 sound a “ji-uchi” (base beat) or metronome, the “SELECT” (F2 button).
and practice along with this to improve your rhythmic accuracy, or The setting screen appears.
record and play back your performance.

Sounding the Ji-uchi (Ji-uchi)

The TAIKO-1 can sound a ji-uchi like a metronome. By performing
along with the ji-uchi, you can practice the basics and improve your
performance skill.

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 Playing

Parameter Value
[H] [I] button [+] [-] button
Explanation
Practicing (Practice)
Specifies the tempo of the This lets you practice keeping the tempo with your body.
Tempo 20–260
metronome.
For the first few measures, the click is heard at the specified volume,
Specifies the time signature
but for the next few measures the click is not heard. This cycle of
Beat 1–9 (the number of beats per
measure). several measures will continue until you stop it.

Rhythm Type ˇ–˜

Specifies the interval of the 1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
metronome.
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Lesson,” press the
Refer to the
Sound “Reference Manual”
Specifies the sound of the “SELECT” (F2 button).
metronome.
(PDF).
3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Practice,” press the
Specifies the stereo “SELECT” (F2 button).
Pan L30–CTR–R30
panning of the metronome.
The setting screen appears.
Specifies the volume of the
Metronome Volume 0–31, MAX
metronome.

4. Press the “START p” (F2 button).

5. Press the “STOP q” (F2 button).
6. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to
Parameter
the top screen. [H] [I] button
Explanation

Recording (Rec) Measures

Specify the length (measures) of the interval for
which the click will alternate between “Sounding”
and “Quiet.”
Here’s how to record your performance and play it back repeatedly.
Of the measures specified by “Measures,” this
1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button). Quiet setting specifies the length of the measures that
will be “Quiet.”
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Lesson,” press the Metronome Volume Specifies the volume of the metronome.
“SELECT” (F2 button).
3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Rec,” press the 4. Press “START” (F2 button) to start practice.
“SELECT” (F2 button).
The STANDBY screen appears. 5. Strike the pad in time with the metronome.
The metronome will sound during the first few measures. When
4. Press the “START” (F2 button) to start recording. you reach the last measure during which the metronome will
The screen switches to RECORDING..., and recording starts. sound, the screen will indicate “Ready..”

5. Press the “STOP” (F1 button) to stop recording.

The PLAYBACK screen appears.

LOOP: Turn this ON if you want

to play back repeatedly. Turn
this OFF if you want to play back
only once.
When the metronome stops sounding, the screen indication will
change to “Quiet.” Continue striking the pads during this time.

6. Press “PLAY p” (F2 button) to play back.

To stop, press “STOP ” (F2 button).

7. When you are finished, press the “BACK” (F1 button).

A confirmation message appears.
If you decide to cancel, press the “CANCEL” (F1 button). After the Quiet region, the proportion of your strikes that were
played at an accurate tempo are shown as a “%.”
NOTE
When you exit the PLAYBACK screen, the recorded content is lost.

8. Press the [+] button to exit the PLAYBACK screen.

The STANDBY screen appears.

9. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to

the top screen.
6. Press the “STOP” (F1 button) to finish practice.
7. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to
the top screen.

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 Using the Bluetooth® Functionality
Using the TAIKO-1 to Hear Music Played from Connecting an Already-Paired Mobile Device
a Mobile Device 1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of the mobile device.
MEMO
Registering a Mobile Device (Pairing) 55 If you were unable to establish a connection using the procedure
“Pairing” is the procedure by which the mobile device that you want to above, tap “TAIKO-1 Audio” that is displayed in the Bluetooth device
use is registered on this unit (the two devices recognize each other). screen of the mobile device.
Make settings so that music data saved on the mobile device can be 55 To disconnect, either turn this unit’s Bluetooth Audio function “OFF”
played wirelessly via this unit. (“MENU” 0 “Bluetooth” 0 “Setup” 0 turn “Bluetooth ” OFF) or
turn the mobile device’s Bluetooth function off.
MEMO
55 Once a mobile device has been paired with this unit, there is no Playing Music from the Mobile Device
need to perform pairing again. If you want to connect this unit with
a mobile device that has already been paired, refer to “Connecting 1. Connect the mobile device via Bluetooth.
an Already-Paired Mobile Device” (p. 12).
55 Pairing is required again if you execute a Factory Reset (p. 13). 2. On the mobile device, use a music app to play back
55 The following steps are one possible example. For details, refer to music.
the owner’s manual of your mobile device. The sound is heard from the TAIKO-1.
* To adjust the playback volume, adjust the volume on your
1. Place the mobile device that you want to connect mobile device.
nearby this unit.
2. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
The MENU screen appears.

3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Bluetooth,” press

the “SELECT” (F2 button).
The Bluetooth screen appears.

4. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Setup,” press the

“SELECT” (F2 button).
5. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Bluetooth ,” and
then use the [+] [–] buttons to turn it “ON.”
If this is already “ON,” proceed to the next step.

6. Press the “PAIRING” (F2 button).

The display indicates “Now Pairing...,” and this unit waits for a
response from the mobile device.

7. Turn on the Bluetooth function of the mobile device.

MEMO
The explanation here uses the iPhone as an example. For details,
refer to the owner’s manual of your mobile device.

8. Tap “TAIKO-1 Audio” that is shown in the Bluetooth

device screen of your mobile device.
This unit is paired with the mobile device. When pairing succeeds,
“TAIKO-1 Audio” is added to the list of “Paired Devices” on your
mobile device.
The TAIKO-1 screen will indicate “Connected (Audio).”

9. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to

the top screen.

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 Making Overall Settings for the TAIKO-1 (Others)
Here’s how to make settings that are common to the entire TAIKO-1,
such as specifying the output destination of the TAIKO-1, and making Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
footswitch assignments.
Here’s how the settings that you edited and saved on the TAIKO-1 can
1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button). be returned to their factory-set condition.
* When you execute this operation, all saved settings including the
2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Others,” press the
sound parameters will be lost.
“SELECT” (F2 button).
The following items are shown. 1. Press the “MENU” (F2 button).
Item Explanation 2. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Others,” press the
OUTPUT jack settings “SELECT” (F2 button).
Output Settings
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select “Factory Reset,”
Pedal jack and shortcut settings press the “SELECT” (F2 button).
You can assign functions such as kit switching A confirmation message appears.
or set list switching to a footswitch (sold
separately: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6) that’s connected
to the TAIKO-1, and assign functions such as
Control Settings pitch, volume, or ji-uchi tempo to an expression
pedal (sold separately: EV-5).
You can also change the function (shortcut) of
the [ ] (tomoe) button.
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
If you decide to cancel, press the “CANCEL” (F1 button).
MIDI settings
Global MIDI
& “Reference Manual” (PDF) 4. To execute, press the [+] button.
Editing the master equalizer settings
Master EQ
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
Editing the master compressor settings
Master Comp
& “Reference Manual” (PDF)
Screen and Auto Off settings
You can adjust the brightness of the screen, and
make other system settings.
Parameter Value/Explanation
[H] [I] button [+] [-] button

1–16: Adjusts the contrast of

LCD Contrast
the display.
1–16: Adjusts the brightness
LCD Backlight
LCD/Auto Off of the display.
OFF: The power does not turn
off automatically.
4 HOURS/10 MINUTES:
When four hours or ten
Auto Off minutes have elapsed
without any pad being struck
or any operation being
performed, the unit will turn
off automatically.
Viewing Information About the Unit
Version Info Shows information about the TAIKO-1 itself,
such as the program version.
Returning to the Factory Settings
Factory Reset & “Returning to the Factory Settings
(Factory Reset)” (p. 13)

3. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select the item, and then
press “SELECT” (F2 button).
4. Use the [H] [I] buttons to select a parameter, and
then use the [+] [–] buttons to change the setting.
5. Press the “BACK” (F1 button) several times to return to
the top screen.

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 Main Specifications
2 Current Draw 500 mA (DC IN)
Pads
14 inches (Head/Rim) x2 Ni-MH batteries: approximately 5 hours
Drum kits 100 (Preset: 50) Battery life for (When using batteries having a capacity of 1900 mAh.)
continuous use * These figures will vary depending on the actual
Instruments more than 100 conditions of use.

Number of User Sample: Maximum 500 430 (W) x 430 (D) x 521 (H) mm
Dimensions
Sound Length (total): 24 minutes in mono, 12 16-15/16 (W) x 16-15/16 (D) x 20-9/16 (H) inches
User Sample Import minutes in stereo
Weight 4.5 kg
File formats that can be loaded: WAV (44.1 kHz,
(excluding AC adaptor) 9 lbs 15 oz
16 bits, Stereo/Mono)
Effect more than 20 types Owner’s Manual
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Supported standards: Bluetooth Ver 4.2
AC Adaptor, Power cord
Supported profile: A2DP (Audio), GATT (MIDI
Bluetooth over Bluetooth Low Energy) Rubber ring for securing the sound module x 4
Codec: SBC (Support to the content protection of Accessories Trigger cable (0.2 m) x 2
the SCMS-T method) Trigger cable (1.0 m) x 2
Display Graphic LCD 128 x 64 dots Drum key
External Memory USB Flash drive (sold separately) Hex wrench
Cable clamp x 3
OUTPUT jack x 1: 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type Personal monitor: KC series
Option
MIX IN jack x 1: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7
(sold separately)
TRIGGER INPUT connector x 2 (Original) Expression pedal: EV-5, BOSS EV-30
Connectors FOOT SW jack x 1: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
EXP PEDAL jacks x 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type * This document explains the specifications of the product at the
USB MEMORY Port x 1 time that the document was issued. For the latest information,
refer to the Roland website.
USB COMPUTER jack (MIDI) x 1: USB Micro B type
DC IN jack x 1
AC adaptor (DC 12 V),
Power Supply Ni-MH batteries (AA, HR6) x 8
* Alkaline and Carbon-zinc batteries cannot be used.