b>j)΄!Pԫ&;"kB޶}pSVT(wę!j x;-m@JnQ+պכ7MajfJͱ4jѲ撆RxZMz7vIW/dٞТזcZM~ji ߒsQzԠDW3Den"M+/B:-uIJ7j委9p='mANޭ=/B:-n&nUfqxZM~c Ϲ+,&ᾺܢF[(1*" ϒ"Jԧ<;b" "jܢF[x ,!q қ*]/؝27SMcs"ޭDQ/应ܢF_! :s" 7`F+SVTn"IJnQ/应B 4 wD"IJ׭-`S9DrjiEJ߅gJ应矁[xZM~n"IB؃!'Тѕ+(mIKʭ/|ϐܢF[xZMzG %嬩/c[[ Forte SE Loading & Storing Archives - KURZWEIL It's the Sound® https://kurzweil.com/category/forte_se-faq/forte-se-storage/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 22:54:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Forte SE File Compatibility https://kurzweil.com/2021/10/19/forte_se-file-compatibility/ https://kurzweil.com/2021/10/19/forte_se-file-compatibility/#respond Tue, 19 Oct 2021 22:50:58 +0000 https://kurzweil.com/?p=26293 Question: What programs/multis/setups from other Kurzweil instruments can I load in my Forte SE? Answer: The Forte SE can load content from the following Kurzweil instruments and file types: Instrument/File File Type Forte SE .FSE Forte .FOR K2700 .K27 PC4 .PC4 PC4SE .P4S SP6 .SP6 Artis .ART Artis SE .ASE PC3A .P3A PC3K .P3K PC3 [...]

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What programs/multis/setups from other Kurzweil instruments can I load in my Forte SE?

Answer:
The Forte SE can load content from the following Kurzweil instruments and file types:

Instrument/File File Type
Forte SE .FSE
Forte .FOR
K2700 .K27
PC4 .PC4
PC4SE .P4S
SP6 .SP6
Artis .ART
Artis SE .ASE
PC3A .P3A
PC3K .P3K
PC3 .PC3
PC3LE .PLE
SP4 .SPX
K2600 .K26
K2500 .K25
K2000 .KRZ
FM Presets .SYX
Audio File .AIF
Audio File .WAV
MIDI File .MID

 

Loading Compatible Object File Types

Aside from loading objects from its own .FSE files, the Forte SE can load sounds and objects from other instruments.

When loading file types other than .FSE, the Forte SE will attempt a conversion of the objects in those files. The Forte SE can often exactly match the sound and function of the original objects. In some cases object parameters may not be converted and must be adjusted by the user after conversion.

Loading Program Objects

When importing a Program objects Parameter info names and some controller assignments may need to be manually adjusted.

Loading Multi/Setup Objects

When importing a Setup or Multi object any Zone above Zone 8 will not be imported. Riffs will not be imported.

Loading K2700 (.K27), PC4 (.PC4) and Forte (.FOR) Objects

Some K2700/Forte/PC4 Programs may not be compatible if they use keymaps and samples that are not available on the Forte SE. It may be possible to import and edit these Programs on the Forte SE and select Forte SE keymaps that sound very similar to the incompatible keymaps. For example, the Forte SE does not have the same German and Japanese Grand Piano keymaps and samples found in these other models, but it does have similar keymaps that use a reduced set of the German and Japanese Grand Piano samples.

The Forte SE is also lacking the following samples found in these other models: High Definition Reed EP, High Definition Tine EP 77, High Definition Bells, Glockenspiel, and Chimes.

Loading Legacy K2 Series Object Files (K26, .K25, .KRZ)

When loading objects from K26, .K25, or .KRZ files, objects are converted to Forte SE object types. Some object parameters cannot be converted and must be edited after loading.

All K2 series Keymap objects can be loaded, some parameters will be converted to Forte SE specific parameters.

Most K2 series Program objects can be loaded. FX cannot be converted and must be edited after loading. Parameter info names and some controller assignments may need to be edited after loading. See the section above for more details on loading legacy Keymaps and Samples.

The Program Editor Keymap page sample skipping parameter (SmpSkp) cannot be loaded, so Samples can only be transposed upward by one octave. Programs and Keymaps may need to be edited to compensate for this.

A small number of DSP algorithms and functions (some filters, oscillators, etc.) cannot be loaded, so Program layers may need to be edited to compensate for this.

KB3 programs created with a K2500 or K2600 cannot be loaded, however the Forte SE contains a variety of KB3 programs which can easily be modified and edited.

Triple Mode programs created with the K2600 cannot be loaded, however the Forte SE improves upon this feature with Cascade Mode. Cascade Mode allows a program signal to be routed through up to 32 layers of DSP algorithms (for details see “Alt Input” on page 7-36 of the Musician’s Guide).

All K series Setup objects can be loaded and converted to Multis. FX cannot be converted and must be edited after loading.

Loading FM Preset Files (.SYX)

The Forte SE can load .SYX files containing FM programs from classic 6 operator FM synthesizers. When the Global Mode User Type is set to Advanced, imported FM Programs can be edited in Program Mode and combined with additional layers, VAST synthesis features and FX. Imported .SYX files appear as new Programs in Program Mode. (Note: FM Programs/Layers can be edited on the keyboard, but only basic parameters and FX can be adjusted. For full FM editing, the SoundTower editor must be used. FM editing will be available in an upcoming release of the SoundTower editor.)

Loading Audio Sample Files (.WAV and .AIF)

From the LOAD page, .WAV and .AIF audio files can be loaded and used with user created keymaps (see “Building a Keymap” on page 9-9 and “Editing Samples” on page 9-10 of the Musician’s Guide). Mono and stereo files can be loaded, 8 or 16 bit, with sample rates up to a maximum of 96000 Hz. Once samples are loaded to the Forte SE’s user sample flash memory, samples remain in the Forte SE even when the power is off, until they are manually deleted. Also, once samples are loaded to the Forte SE’s user sample flash memory, there is no load time for those user samples when turning on the Forte SE.

To load a user audio file, select a .WAV or .AIF file from the LOAD page file list and press the Fill soft button. (If the Global Mode User Type parameter is set to advanced, you will be prompted to select an ID to fill from. In that case you must select an ID then press the Fill soft button again to begin loading samples into unused user IDs).

On the EDIT:Keymap Main page (see “The Keymap Editor” on page 9-1 of the Musician’s Guide) loaded audio samples can be selected in the Sample field. In the Sample field, you can find the audio file you loaded by entering 1025 (or whichever ID you filled from) on the alphanumeric keypad and pressing Enter. If you have previously loaded user samples, you may have to scroll above 1025 (or whichever ID you filled from) as your sample will have been loaded into the next available unused ID.

Notes:

-When transferring files to and from the Forte SE via the USB Computer Port, the maximum size of files that can be transferred is approximately 20 MB. This is suitable for most, non-sample objects. For transferring audio sample files, use the USB Storage Port with a USB mass storage device such as a “thumb drive.” When using the USB Storage Port to transfer files, the file size that can be transferred is limited only by the size of the USB mass storage device, and the Forte SE’s available object and sample memory.

-The Forte SE only has 188 MB of user sample memory, so you may not be able to import larger user samples from Forte/PC4/K2700.

Loading MIDI Song Files (.MID)

MIDI song files (.MID) can be loaded, they appear as Songs in Song Mode. Songs that use the General MIDI sound set are not supported and must be edited after loading to select appropriate instrument Programs for each track.

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How can I save (backup) all of my Forte SE user data?

Answer:
The Forte SE can save all data from both User Banks (Program and Multis) into one file with an “.FSE” extension. Forte SE files can be saved to either a USB flash/thumb drive or directly to a computer via USB cable connection.

“STORE” Procedure:

1) Connections:

If wanting to save to a USB flash/thumb drive (USB Device) plug a flash/thumb drive into the Forte SE back-panel USB “Storage” port.
OR
If wanting to save directly to your computer (PC Virtual Drive) connect a USB cable between the Forte SE’s USB “Computer” port and a free USB port on your computer.

2) On the Forte SE, press the front panel GLOBAL mode button, you will see:

3) Press the soft [FILE ] button.

4) Using the Data Wheel, Previous/Next and/or Cursor buttons, select either “USB Device” or “PC Virtual Drive” pursuant to your connections above:

 

If choosing the “PC Virtual Drive” method a temporary removable USB drive representing the “Forte SE” will now mount on your computer (if you are using a Windows based PC you may also see a message indicating ‘device drivers’ are being installed. This is normal and only happens the first time you use this connection.)

5) Press [STORE]:(in our example here we are using a USB Device)

6) Press [ALL ] (to make a backup of all user objects):

7) As needed, use the Data Wheel, Previous/Next, Cursor and/or Parent/Open buttons to navigate to the directory <DIR> you want to save to. Whether saving to a USB Device or the PC Virtual Drive, the simplest approach here is to just press [ OK ] to store your file to the root directory (in our example below see “Path: back-slash”):

(see chpt. 12 in the Forte SE Musician’s Guide for complete details on working with directories).

8) Name your file. Use the Data Wheel and/or alphanumeric keypad to enter characters. Use the soft buttons beneath the display to move the cursor and manage character positions. Then press [ OK ] to save the file to disk:

9) A brief “Storing…” message will be displayed while the file is saved. Once completed you will return to the Storage mode screen.

IMPORTANT: If saving to the PC Virtual Drive, it is important that you copy the file from the temporary removable ‘Forte SE’ drive to your computer’s hard drive for long term storage. Once you exit storage mode, the temporary removable PC Virtual Drive will unmount from your computer and its contents will be erased.

Notes:

  • If no flash/thumb drive or USB cable is inserted when pressing “STORE” (step 5), the display will show the message “Error: No valid device inserted.”.
  • USB-MIDI connections will temporarily be severed when engaging the PC Virtual Drive function.

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How can I load user Programs/Multis into the Forte SE?

Answer:
Forte SE compatible files can be loaded from either a USB flash/thumb drive or directly from a computer via USB cable connection.

“LOAD” Procedure:

1. Connections and File Preparation:

If wanting to load from a USB flash/thumb drive (USB Device) plug a flash/thumb drive (containing the desired file) into the Forte SE back-panel USB “Storage” port.

OR

If wanting to load directly from your computer (PC Virtual Drive) connect a USB cable between the Forte SE’s USB “Computer” port and a free USB port on your computer. At step 5 below you will be prompted to copy the desired file to the PC Virtual Drive.

2. On the Forte SE, press the front panel GLOBAL mode button, you will see:

3. Press the soft [FILE ] button.

4. Using the Alpha Wheel, Previous/Next and/or Cursor buttons, select either “USB Device” or “PC Virtual Drive” pursuant to your connections above:

If choosing the “PC Virtual Drive” method a temporary removable USB drive representing the “Forte SE” will now mount on your computer (if you are using a Windows based PC you may also see a message indicating ‘device drivers’ are being installed. This is normal and only happens the first time you use this connection.)

5. Press [LOAD ]: (in our example here we are using a USB Device)

If loading via the “PC Virtual Drive” method you will be prompted at this step to “copy the file into the virtual drive”:

On your computer copy the desired file to the temporary removable USB drive representing the “Forte SE”. When the file is completed copying press [OK ] and follow the on screen prompts.

6. As needed, use the Alpha Wheel, Previous/Next, Cursor and/or Parent/Open buttons to navigate to and highlight the file you wish to load:(only one file may be loaded at a time).

7. Press either [Fill ] or [Ovwrte] (overwrite) to choose how you want the data to load into the system – there are two methods available:

FILL: Loads Programs/Multis sequentially into EMPTY user ID slots, filling in any gaps. No existing Programs/Multis will be erased. OVWRTE: First deletes all USER Programs/Multis present in memory then loads the Programs/Multis from the file in the same order in which it was originally saved.
If choosing OVWRITE you will be prompted to confirm your choice to erase all User Programs/Multis currently residing in memory. Press YES to proceed.

 

(For further details, see chpt. 12 in the Forte SE Musician’s Guide ).

8. A brief “Indexing…” message will be displayed while things are loaded followed by “Objects loaded OK”. You will then return to the main Storage screen.

9. Press Exit, Program, Multi or Global to leave File mode. The loaded objects will appear in the User bank.

Notes:

  • If no flash/thumb drive or USB cable is inserted when pressing “LOAD” (step 5), the display will show the message “Error: No valid device inserted.”.
  • USB-MIDI connections will temporarily be severed when engaging the PC Virtual Drive function.

 

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