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B4 II
OPERATION MANUAL
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The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Native Instruments Software Synthesis GmbH. The software described by this document is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose, without prior written permission by Native Instruments Software Synthesis GmbH. All product and company names
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Table OfC ontents About the Native Instruments B4 ......................................................... 5 Introduction .................................................................................... 5 Installation under Windows XP ............................................................ 7 Software Installation ........................................................................ 7 VST plug-in Installation .................................................................... 7 DX
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The B4 User Interface .......................................................................37 Using Presets ................................................................................41 Saving Presets .............................................................................. 42 The Preset View ............................................................................ 43 Keyboard Splits ............................................................................. 46 MIDI Response ...
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About the Native InstrumentsB 4 Introduction The B4, in perspective... Congratulations on your purchase of the Native Instruments B4. The B4 combines the classic and robust tonewheel organ and rotating speaker sound with the convenience of software. The original B3 organ set many standards with its beefy sound and unique interface. This instrument spans all genres – from R&B to Jazz, House to Gospel – and is a valuable tool for any player or producer. The Native Instrument B4 honors this
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Of course, there are a number of advantages the B4 has over the original tonewheel organ, including: • Reduced size and weight • Increased preset storage • Velocity sensitivity • MIDI automation of all parameters • Multiple organ models in one package • Integrated reverb • A ample selection of cabinet models The Native Instruments B4 integrates seamlessly into the computer-based virtual studio. It is important to note that the B4 is not another sampled organ, but a complete software model of
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Installation under WindowsX P SoftwareI nstallation • Insert the B4 II CD into the CD drive. • Use the Windows Explorer to view the contents of the CD. • Start the installation by double-clicking B4 II Setup.exe. • The setup program will suggest C:\Program Files\Native Instruments\ Product Name\ as the path for the destination folder. You may also choose another folder if you wish. Installed Folders, Files, andL inks The setup program creates a new folder called B4 II\ in the installa
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DXi 2p lug-inS etup DXi 2 is a plug-in interface for software synthesizers and instruments based on Microsoft DXi technology. Sonar from Cakewalk and Fruity Loops are the most well known host sequencers that support DXi. Installation • Insert the Installation CD into the CD drive of your computer. • Use the Windows Explorer to view the contents of the CD and double- click the B4 II.exe file to start the installation. • Continue the B4 II installation until you come to the Choose plug-in
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MacOS AudioUn it plug-inI nstallation • Launch the B4 II Installer from the CD • Select the Custom installation type. • Select only Audio Unit from the list of components to install. RTASp lug-in installation • Launch the B4 II Installer from the CD • Select the Custom installation type. • Select only RTAS from the list of components to install. Product Authorization Part of the B4 II installation is a Product Authorization which has to be fullfilled in order to make permanent u
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Note: Exchanging your audio card, MIDI interface or external equipment will not start the request for a new Authorization Key. Only exchanging a basic hardware component in your computer or installing a new operating system might produce a new Product Authorization request. In this case the Registration Tool will reflect the change by displaying a new System ID and you have to repeat the Product Authorization. The System ID has to be sent to Native Instruments in order to receive the Autho
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Conducting theP roductA uthorization Native Instruments has set a high value on making the authorization procedure as easy and comfortable as possible. In the following sections we describe three methods of conducting the Product Authorization. We recommend Method A and Method B since these result in the easiest and fastest way of receiving the Authorization Key. Method A: B4 II computer has direct access to the internet Important: This method requires a valid email address to
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Native Instruments or if you want to do an Additional Registration. • Depending on the option you have chosen on the first online page you now get a login page asking for your username and password or a form where you can fill out your address data. Please fill out all required fields and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the regis- tration. • On the last online registration page your Authorization Key is directly shown in the browser. Please copy the full number (12 x 5 digi
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• C Clliic ck o k on t n th he e Complete button. After completing the Product Authorization the Registration Tool looks like this Now the B4 II Product Authorization has been completed. The authorization message at every B4 II start has disappeared and you can use the software permanently: MethodB : Internet Connectiono n anotherc omputer Important: This method requires a valid email address to complete the Product Authorization, since the Authorization Key will be send to you by emai
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• A click on the Save Registration File button opens a Save dialog for saving a HTML file. Save the HTML file to any storage medium. • Transfer the HTML file to another computer where you have internet access (via floppy disk, CDR etc.). • Open the HTML file in your internet browser. • The HTML page contains a link for the registration page on the Native Instruments website. When you click on this link an internet connection will be established according to your system settings. • On the fi
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attachment. This email also contains the password which is required for using the online services. • Transfer the text attachment to the computer where you have installed B4 II. • Start the Registration Tool again and use the Open File button in the Registration Tool to open the email attachment which you previously have saved to hard disk. • Click on the Complete button. After completing the Product Authorization the Registration Tool looks lliik ke e this Now the B4 II Product Authoriza
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If you do not have access to the internet or if you do not have a working email address, the Product Authorization can also be done via postal mail or fax. Although Native Instruments goes after a fast handling of your authorization requests, it is generally recommended that you prefer Method A or Method B for shortest return times and most comfortable operation. Please note the following instructions to fullfill the Product Authorization: • Windows: Start the Registration Tool from the W
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If you write a letter please attend to a legible handwriting to avoid mistakes at the Native Instruments registration team. Illegible email or postal addresses can cause problems with the Authorization Key delivery. Send the form to Native Instruments using one of the following contact ad- dresses: Native Instruments GmbH N Na at tiiv ve I e In ns st tr ru um me en nt ts U s US SA A Registration 5 56 63 31 1 A A H Ho olllly yw wo oo od d B Bo ou ulle ev va ar rd d Schlesische Straße 28 Los
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Audio Interfaces Audio interfaces, which include software routines called drivers, allow B4 II (and other programs you have installed, if present) to communicate with your computer’s audio hardware. This section describes how to use various audio interfaces with B4 II. There are two main ways to implement B4 II: As a “standalone” device that requires no host software. The application’s audio and MIDI connections interact directly with your computer’s audio/MIDI hardware interface. As a plug
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• MIDI sequencing of B4 II and audio mix-down of the MIDI tracks within a single program • Comfortable automation of B4 II parameters in the sequencer • Further processing of B4 II signals using additional plug-ins • Sample-accurate timing with MIDI controllers (when used as VST 2.0 plug-in) • Restoring of all plug-in settings when the host document (such as a song file of the sequencer) is loaded • Integration with other instruments into a “virtual studio” Some shortcuts / key commands do no
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was developed by Steinberg. It is highly recommended for its low latency, multi-channel audio card support, and high performance. DirectSound: Developed by Microsoft, this is a is a component of DirectX 5.0 or higher for Windows. How well DirectX works well depends on your sound card. If you adjust the interface for an acceptable amount of latency, you may hear glitches and clicks in the audio output that can only be fixed if you increase latency. MME (Multi Media Extension): This is the s
