CHORDA

QUICKSTART GUIDE

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

USB cable included for device connectivity; Chorda also supports Bluetooth for MacOS and iOS.

A Download of the Artiphon Connect to access additional sounds and settings.

Ensure Chorda has the latest firmware by connecting to a desktop computer.

A device meeting our system requirement.

CameraKit adapter required for iOS devices (enables bi-directional transfer of musical data).

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

USB cable included for device connectivity; Chorda also supports Bluetooth for MacOS and iOS.

A Download of the Artiphon Connect to access additional sounds and settings.

Ensure Chorda has the latest firmware by connecting to a desktop computer.

A device meeting our system requirement.

CameraKit adapter required for iOS devices (enables bi-directional transfer of musical data).

Number 1

TURN IT ON

Power on Chorda by using the power button. Rainbow LEDs will greet you, indicating that Chorda is powered up and ready to play!

Number 1

TURN IT ON

Power on Chorda by using the power button. Rainbow LEDs will greet you, indicating that Chorda is powered up and ready to play!

Chorda Power on button
Number two

MAKE SOME NOISE

Begin by tapping the 12 velocity-sensitive pads. Try strumming the bridge section to add even more expression to your playing. Then get a little more experimental by playing with gestures like Vibrato, Tilt, and Radiate –– listen closely as these gestures will morph the sound.

Number two

MAKE SOME NOISE

Begin by tapping the 12 velocity-sensitive pads. Try strumming the bridge section to add even more expression to your playing. Then get a little more experimental by playing with gestures like Vibrato, Tilt, and Radiate –– listen closely as these gestures will morph the sound.

Chorda Power on button
Chorda Top Down changing Modes
Number Three

DISCOVER THE MODES

Press the A button to cycle through the four playing modes: Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead.

Number Three

DISCOVER THE MODES

Press the A button to cycle through the four playing modes: Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead Drum, Bass, Chord, and Lead.

Chorda Top Down changing Modes
Top down pressing record on Chorda
Number 4

RECORD A LOOP

Press and hold the A button followed by Pad 11 - REC to enter Record Mode. Recording begins when you play your first note and ends when you press the A button again, looping from the first to the last note.

Number 4

RECORD A LOOP

Press and hold the A button followed by Pad 11 - REC to enter Record Mode. Recording begins when you play your first note and ends when you press the A button again, looping from the first to the last note.

Top down pressing record on Chorda
Top down of Chorda and Chorda app
Number 5

CONNECT TO THE APP

For more Songs, presets, and features, connect Chorda to the Artiphon Connect app. Use the included USB-C cable for a wired connection for your first time connecting so that you can update your firmware!

Number 5

CONNECT TO THE APP

For more Songs, presets, and features, connect Chorda to the Artiphon Connect app. Use the included USB-C cable for a wired connection for your first time connecting so that you can update your firmware!

Top down of Chorda and Chorda app

How to connect Chorda

Watch the videos below to learn how to connect Chorda to your iOS, Mac OS, Android, or Windows device. By connecting Chorda to the Artiphon Connect App and updating firmware, you can make sure you are getting the most out of your instrument.

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