Boss Audio Systems GT-6 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS GT-6 Guitar Effects Processor.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:

• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3)

• IMPORTANT NOTES (page 4)

These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.

Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

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Printing Conventions in This Manual

• Text or numerals enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate bottons.

[WRITE]

[UTILITY] UTILITY button

• Reference such as (p. **) indicate pages in this manual to which you can refer.

* All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or

registered trademarks of their respective owners.

WRITE button

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002c

• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

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003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.

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004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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007

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

008c

• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

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009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the

plug has been damaged; or

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

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• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

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• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

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109b

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 12).

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• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291a

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

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• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

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This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

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• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.

Maintenance

401a

• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

452

Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory

• may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in another MIDI device, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Memory Backup

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• This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery replaced, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Additional Precautions

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• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer).

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• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

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• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

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• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

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• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5, FV-300L; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY ......................... 2

IMPORTANT NOTES................................... 4

Main Features ............................................. 7

Names of Things and What They Do ........ 8

Front Panel..........................................................................8

Rear Panel.........................................................................11

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds ....................... 12

Making the Connections................................................12

Turning on the Power.....................................................13

Adjusting the Output Level ......................................13

Turning Off the Power...............................................13

Making Settings for a Connected Device (Amp)

(Output Select).................................................................14

What is a Patch?...............................................................15

How to Switch Patches (Patch Change) ......................15

Using the GT-6 to Select Patches..............................15

Switching Only the Number.....................................15

Switching the Bank and Number.............................16

About the Display Indication ...................................16

If the Patch Does Not Switch ....................................16

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones(Patches)

Finding Tones Resembling

Those You Have in Mind (EZ Tone)............................17

Adjusting the Tones with the Knobs ..........................17

Adding Effects .................................................................18

Setting the Effect Tones (Quick Settings) ..................19

Making More Detail Settings

with Individual Parameters ..........................................19

Using the Pedal Effects (Wah, Pedal Bend) ...............20

Wah...............................................................................20

Pedal Bend...................................................................20

Naming Tones..................................................................21

Changing the Connection Order of Effects

(Effect Chain) ...................................................................21

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Chapter 4 The Effects Explained .............24

PREAMP/SPEAKER

(Preamp/Speaker Simulator)........................................ 24

OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION ...................................... 27

DELAY.............................................................................. 28

CHORUS.......................................................................... 29

REVERB ........................................................................... 29

WAH ................................................................................. 30

WAH (Pedal Wah)..................................................... 30

AW (Auto Wah)......................................................... 31

FW (Fixed Wah) ......................................................... 31

EQ (Equalizer)................................................................. 32

FX-1.................................................................................... 32

CS (Compressor)........................................................ 33

LM (Limiter) ............................................................... 33

AC (Acoustic Guitar Simulator) .............................. 33

PIC (Pickup Simulator) ............................................. 33

TR (Tremolo) .............................................................. 34

SG (Slow Gear)........................................................... 34

FB (Feedbacker).......................................................... 34

AFB (Anti-feedback).................................................. 35

FRT (Defretter) ........................................................... 35

FX-2.................................................................................... 35

PH (Phaser)................................................................. 37

FL (Flanger) ................................................................ 38

HR (Harmonist) ......................................................... 38

PS (Pitch Shifter) ........................................................ 39

PB (Pedal Bend).......................................................... 40

2CE (2x2 Chorus) ....................................................... 40

PAN ............................................................................. 40

VB (Vibrato)................................................................ 41

UV (Uni-V).................................................................. 41

SDD (short delay) ...................................................... 41

HU (Humanizer)........................................................ 41

RM (Ring Modulator)................................................ 42

SL (Slicer) .................................................................... 42

AR (Auto Riff) ............................................................ 42

SYN (Guitar Synth).................................................... 43

SEQ (Sub Equalizer) .................................................. 45

NS (Noise Suppressor) .................................................. 45

MASTER .......................................................................... 46

FV (Foot Volume) ........................................................... 46

Chapter 3

Saving the Tones You Have Created ...... 22

Write ..................................................................................22

Copying Patches ..............................................................22

Exchanging Patches.........................................................23

Chapter 5 Settings for Using the Expression

and Control Pedals (Pedal Assign)......... 47

Settings for Using the Expression Pedal.....................47

Settings for Using the

Expression Pedal Switch/CTL Pedal ...........................47

Making Settings Instantly(Quick Setting)...............47

Editing “Quick Settings”...............................................48

Controlling Effects with the GT-6 Pedals,

External Pedals, and External MIDI Devices.............49

Controlling Wah and Pitch Bend

with an External Expression Pedal ..............................52

Chapter 6

Using the Customize Function................ 53

Making “Custom” Preamp Settings ............................53

Making “Custom” Overdrive/Distortion Settings

Making “Custom” Pedal Wah Settings ......................55

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Chapter 7

Convenient Features of the GT-6 ............ 56

Quick Patch Volume Adjustment

(PATCH LEVEL Knob) ..................................................56

Turning the Effects On and Off

with the Pedals (Manual Mode)...................................56

Switching to Manual Mode.......................................56

Selecting the Effect

to Be Switched On and Off With the Pedals...........56

Comparing Preamp Tones in Manual Mode..........57

Tuning the Guitar ...........................................................57

Turning the Tuner/Bypass Function On ................57

About the Display During Tuning...........................57

How to Tune................................................................58

Changing the Tuner Settings ....................................58

Switching Tuner/Bypass On and Off

with the Number Pedals............................................59

Adjusting the Overall Sound

to Match the Usage Environment (Global) ................59

Using External Effect Processors..................................60

Using the Digital Outs ...................................................60

Checking the Effect Output Level

with the Level Meter.......................................................60

Limiting the Banks That Can Be Switched

(Bank Extent) ................................................................... 61

Setting “Expression Pedal Hold” ................................ 62

Setting the Knob Functions (Knob Mode) ................ 62

Setting the External Foot Switch Functions

(SUB CTL 1, 2 Function)................................................ 63

Chapter 9 Using MIDI................................ 64

What Can You Do with MIDI? .................................... 64

Making the Settings for MIDI Functions.................. 65

Transmitting and Receiving MIDI Data.................... 67

Transmitting Data

to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump) ............. 67

Receiving Data

from an External MIDI Device (Bulk Load)........... 68

Setting the Program Change Map............................... 69

Enabling/Disabling the Program Change Map

Settings (MIDI Map Select) ...................................... 69

Appendices................................................ 70

About MIDI..................................................................... 70

How MIDI messages are transmitted

and received ............................................................... 70

Main types of MIDI message

used by the GT-6........................................................ 70

About the MIDI implementation............................. 71

Changing patches using bank select

messages................................................... 72

Changing patch numbers on an external MIDI

device from the GT-6................................................. 72

Changing patch numbers on the GT-6 using the bank select messages sent from an external MIDI device

...... 73

Factory Settings........................................ 74

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) ......... 74

Troubleshooting........................................ 75

Error Messages................................................................ 76

MIDI Implementation Chart ......................77

Specifications............................................ 78

Chapter 8 Other Features ........................ 61

Adjusting the Display Contrast (LCD Contrast).......61

Selecting the PATCH/VALUE Dial Function

(Dial Function).................................................................61

Setting the Timing Used for Switching Patches

(Patch Change Mode) .....................................................61

Index........................................................... 80

Adjusting the Expression Pedal ..............82

Main Features

Built-IN COSM Amp and COSM Overdrive/ Distortion for Maximum Distortion

The highly advanced combination of COSM amp with the COSM overdrive/distortion provides you with the most powerful distortion effects for your performances.

COSM Wah Included

This newly developed COSM wah, which features five different wah effects, including vintage wah, lets you perform with a wide variety of wah sounds.

Customize Function

Thanks to the GT-6’s new Customize function, you can bring your own creativity into play and design totally new effects by tweaking the settings for the “Preamp,” “Overdrive/ Distortion,” and “Wah” effects. The resulting creations can then be saved on the GT-6 as “Custom” settings.

EZ Tone

The GT-6 includes thirty typical guitar sounds used for creating new sounds. Now it's easy to select just the sounds you like.

Expression Pedal/Expression Pedal Switch and Control Pedal

The unit features an expression pedal and control pedal that you can use for controlling the functions in each patch. The functions that can be assigned to the expression pedal vary with each patch you select, allowing you to use it as a wah, volume, or other kind of pedal.

Furthermore, you can use the pedal as an “expression pedal switch” to control (turn on and off) the current effect by firmly pressing down at the front tip of the expression pedal.

Includes Digital Outs

The unit also includes digital out connectors (coaxial), convenient for digital recording.

COSM (Composite Object Sound Modeling)

Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM) is Roland’s innovative and powerful sound modeling technology. COSM analyzes the many factors that make up the original sound, such as the electrical and physical characteristics of the original, and then produces a digital model that can reproduce the same sound.

Quick Settings

Each editing function contains preset recorded settings. Creating the effect sounds you want is simple—just select the preset settings for the function (effect) you are using.

Knob Controls for Intuitive Operation

The GT-6 is equipped with dedicated knob controls for the main internal effects. These allow you to make changes to the settings in real time as you play.

Professional Quality

The GT-6 comes with 37 different professional-quality effects, from studio reverb and delay, a newly developed defretter, uni-v, and more.

Names of Things and What They Do

Front Panel

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5 6

12 13

1 Display

A variety of information about the GT-6 appears here. The left display shows the bank number.

2 PATCH LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the volume level of the currently selected patch.

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PREAMP/SPEAKER (p. 24) (PREAMP/SPEAKER SIMULATOR)

3 TYPE Knob

Selects the preamp type.

4 GAIN Knob

Adjusts the degree of preamp distortion.

5 BASS Knob

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s low-frequency range.

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Names of Things and What They Do

6 MIDDLE Knob

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s midrange.

7 TREBLE Knob

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s highfrequency range.

8 LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the preamp volume level.

9 SPEAKER Knob

Selects the speaker type.

PREAMP/SPEAKER ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

TYPE VARIATION Button

Switches the type variation.

■ OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION (p. 27)

TYPE Knob

Selects the type of overdrive or distortion.

■ CHORUS (p. 29)

LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the volume level of the chorus sound. The chorus sound increases as the knob is turned to the right (clockwise).

CHORUS ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

■ REVERB (p. 29)

LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the volume level of the reverb sound.

REVERB ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

■ WAH (p. 30)

WAH ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

DRIVE Knob

Adjusts the degree of overdrive or distortion.

LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the overdrive/distortion volume level.

OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION ON/OFF Button

Press to change the settings.

TYPE VARIATION Button

Switches the type variation.

■ DELAY (p. 28)

FEEDBACK Knob

Adjusts the number of times the delay is repeated.

LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the volume level of the delay sound.

DELAY ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

TAP Button

Use this when setting the delay time with the tap input. (p. 28)

■ EQ (EQUALIZER) (p. 32)

EQ Button

Press when changing the settings.

■ FX-1 (p. 32)

FX-1 ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

■ FX-2 (p. 35)

FX-2 ON/OFF Button

Press to change the setting.

PATCH/VALUE Dial

Use this when switching patches and changing the values of settings.

PARAMETER Buttons

Press to select parameters.

* To jump to the main parameters, hold down one of these

buttons while you press the other. With items for which there aren’t that many parameters, the GT-6 jumps to the last (or initial) parameter.

Names of Things and What They Do

EXIT Button

Use this to undo operations.

WRITE Button

Press to store settings.

EZ TONE Button

Used to search for tones.

PEDAL ASSIGN Button

Use this to make settings for the expression pedal and control pedal.

OUTPUT SELECT Button

Allows you to select an output appropriate for the connected device.

TUNER/BYPASS Button

Press to use the tuner and bypass functions.

NAME/NS/MASTER Button (p. 45, 46)

Use for naming patches (NAME), setting the noise suppressor (NS), and making the master settings (MASTER).

Expression Pedal

Controls volume, wah, and many other parameters.

When you operate the expression pedal, please be careful not to get your fingers pinched between the movable part and the panel.

In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

EXP PEDAL SW (Expression Pedal Switch)

Firmly press down at the front of the pedal to switch the effect on and off.

EXP PEDAL SW ON/OFF Indicator (Expression Pedal Switch On/Off)

Lights when the effect being controlled with the Expression Pedal Switch is on, and goes out when the effect is turned off.

UTILITY Button

Use for making settings for the GT-6’s overall operating environment.

MANUAL Button

Press to use the GT-6 in Manual mode.

BANK Pedals

These switch the bank number.

NUMBER Pedals

These switch the patch numbers.

CTL (CONTROL) Pedal

Any one of a number of different functions can be assigned to this pedal, then be controlled by it. For example, you could use it to switch the tuner on and off.

Rear Panel

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 INPUT Jack

The guitar is connected here.

2 OUTPUT LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the volume level of the output from the output and headphone jacks.

Names of Things and What They Do

10 11

3 OUTPUT R/L (MONO) Jacks

Connect to your amp, mixer, or such device.

4 PHONES Jack

Connect headphones here.

5 SEND/RETURN Jacks

Connect these to external effects processors.

6 DIGITAL OUT Connector

Outputs digital audio signals.

7 SUB EXP PEDAL/SUB CTL 1,2 Jack

(SUB EXP Pedal/SUB CONTROL Pedal)

Connect an optional expression pedal (such as the EV-5) or foot switch (such as the FS-5U) here.

8 MIDI IN/OUT Connectors

Connect an external MIDI device to these connectors to transmit and receive MIDI messages.

9 POWER Switch

Turns the power on and off.

AC Adaptor Jack

Connect the included AC adaptor (BRC series) here.

Cord Hook

Hook the AC adaptor cord here to prevent the adaptor plug from being disconnected.

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

MTR

PHONES

INPUT

OUTPUT R OUTPUT L (MONO)

AC Adaptor

BRC-series

Stereo

Headphones

PHONES

INPUT

AC Adaptor

BRC-series

Stereo

Headphones

RETURN

SEND

OUTPUTINPUT

SUB EXP PEDAL

/SUB CTL 1,2

External Effects device

FS-5U FS-5L

EV-5

FV-300L

etc.

Making the Connections

* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other

devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

* Raise the amp volume only after turning on the power to all

connected devices.

* When outputting in mono, connect the cable to the OUTPUT

L (MONO) jack.

Output Select (p. 14) :

JC-120, SMALL AMP, COMBO AMP, STACK AMP

fig.01-01

AC Adaptor

BRC-series

INPUT

OUTPUT R

GUITAR IN GUITAR IN

OUTPUT L (MONO)

GUITAR IN GUITAR IN

Output Select (p. 14): LINE/PHONES, LINE (PA)

fig.01-03

fig.01-04

Amp

Guitar Amp

Speaker System

Output Select (p. 14) :

COMBO RETURN, STACK RETURN

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INPUT

Speaker System

OUTPUT R

Amp

OUTPUT L (MONO)

MAIN IN

RETURN

Guitar Amp

Amp

Speaker System

AC Adaptor

BRC-series

Amp

Speaker System

Guitar Amp

* Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5 or

Roland FV-300L and PCS-33; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

MAIN IN

RETURN

Guitar Amp

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

* To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit

(should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.

fig.01-05

* When using the unit with an expression pedal connected to the

SUB EXP PEDAL/SUB CTL 1,2 jack, set Minimum Volume to the “MIN” position.

* When using the unit with a foot switch (the optional FS-5U)

connected to the SUB EXP PEDAL/SUB CTL 1,2 jack, set the polarity switch as shown below.

fig.01-06

Turning on the Power

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

1. Before turning on the power, confirm the following.

• Are all external devices properly connected?

• Is the volume on the GT-6, your amp, and all other

connected devices turned down to the minimum level?

2. Switch ON the POWER switch on the GT-6’s rear panel.

The display changes, showing the following. A few seconds later, the unit enters the ordinary performance mode.

The screen that appears at this point is called the “Play screen.”

fig.01-08

Chapter

Polarity Switch

* You can use the special (optional Roland) PCS-31 connector

cord to connect two foot switches.

fig.01-07

PCS-31

White Red

When using the unit with a foot switch (the optional FS5U) connected to the SUB EXP PEDAL/SUB CTL 1,2 jack, make the settings given on p. 63.

* Upon power-up, the patch most recently selected when the

power was last turned off is selected.

* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval

(a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

3. Next, turn on the power to any external effects

processors, then to the guitar amp (power amp).

Adjusting the Output Level

Adjust the GT-6’s output level with the OUTPUT LEVEL knob on the rear panel.

fig.01-09

Turning Off the Power

1. Before turning off the power, confirm the following.

• Is the volume on the GT-6, your amp, and all other

connected devices turned down to the minimum level?

2. Turn off the power to any external effects processors,

then to the guitar amp (power amp) and other devices.

3. Turn the GT-6’s power off.

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

Making Settings for a Connected Device (Amp) (Output Select)

Select the type of device connected to the OUTPUT jack.

To derive the maximum performance from the GT-6, be sure to make the correct setting for OUTPUT SELECT, the one that’s most suitable for your setup.

■ Procedure

1. Press [OUTPUT SELECT], causing the indicator to

light.

The Output Select settings screen appears.

fig.01-10

2. Turn the PATCH/VALUE dial to select the type of

device connected to the OUTPUT jack.

STACK RETURN:

Use this setting when connecting to RETURN of a stack amp or rack mounted power amp.

LINE/PHONES:

Use this setting when using headphones or when connecting to a multi-track recorder for recording.

LINE (PA):

Use this setting when connecting to a mixer or other PA device.

Guitar Tuning

You can use the GT-6’s built-in “tuner function” to tune your guitar.

For instructions on using this function, refer to “Tuning the Guitar” (p. 57).

* When connecting to the input on a guitar amp, set the guitar

amp’s tone controls so BASS is at 0, MIDDLE (midrange) is at 10, and TREBLE is at 0. If the amp has switchable channels, select the normal (clean) channel.

JC-120:

Use this setting when connecting to Roland’s JC-120 guitar amp.

SMALL AMP:

Use this setting when connecting to small guitar amp.

COMBO AMP:

Use this setting when connecting to the guitar input of a combo amp other than the JC-120 guitar amp (where the amp and speaker or speakers are combined in a single unit).

* Depending on you guitar amp, you may be able to obtain good

results with the “JC-120” setting.

STACK AMP:

Use this setting when connecting to the guitar input of a stack-type guitar amp (where the amp and speaker or speakers are separated).

COMBO RETURN:

Use this setting when connecting to RETURN with a combo amp.

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

Bank—NumberBank

What is a Patch?

The GT-6 can store 340 combinations (or “sets”) of effects and parameter settings. Each of these sets is called a “patch,” with patches organized by bank and number as shown below.

fig.01-11

Bank 85

Bank 36

Bank 35

Bank 1

User Banks (1–35)

Newly created effects settings are saved in the User banks. Patches in these banks are called “User patches.”

How to Switch Patches (Patch Change)

Using the GT-6 to Select Patches

Patches are switched by selecting a “bank” (1-85) and “number” (1-4).

The bank and number appear in the GT-6’s display as shown in the following figure.

fig.01-14a

fig.01-14b

Number

Chapter

*A “U” appears in the right display when a User patch is being

used.

fig.01-12

Preset Banks (36–85)

The Preset banks contain effect settings that really help bring out the special characteristics of the GT-6. The patches in these banks are called “Preset patches.” Although you cannot overwrite the Preset patches with your own settings, you can change (edit) a Preset patch’s settings, then save the result as a User patch.

*A “P” appears in the right display when a Preset patch is

being used.

fig.01-13

* When selecting a patch, even if a new bank is selected, the

patch is not switched until you also choose the number. If you want to be able to switch patches merely by selecting a different bank, carry out the Patch Change mode (p. 61) setting. You can also switch patches with the PATCH/VALUE dial.

* Delay and reverb sounds are cut off when patches are

switched.

Switching Only the Number

fig.01-15

1. Select the number of the patch you want to switch to by

pressing the corresponding number pedal.

The indicator for the pressed number pedal lights up, and the GT-6 switches to that patch.

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

Switching the Bank and Number

fig.01-16

1. Press a BANK pedal.

The bank switches, then the indicator for the numbered pedal that was active before the BANK pedal was pressed starts flashing, indicating that the GT-6 is ready for selection of the patch number (at this stage, however, the patch is not switched yet).

2. Select the number of the patch you want to switch to by

pressing the corresponding number pedal.

The indicator for the selected number pedal lights up, and the GT-6 switches to that patch.

About the Display Indication

The following information appears in the Play screen.

fig.01-17

Patch Name

Bank

User/Preset

Bank—Number

If the Patch Does Not Switch

On the GT-6, you cannot switch patches in any screen other than the Play screen. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen (p. 13).

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

Finding Tones Resembling Those You Have in Mind (EZ Tone)

In addition to tones (patches) that you can actually use in performances, the GT-6 also features internal sample settings that are very useful when you want to create such tones on your own. This feature is called “EZ Tone.”

Using the EZ Tone function lets you find tone settings similar to the ones you want to create.

fig.02-01

1. Press [EZ TONE].

Adjusting the Tones with the Knobs

The GT-6 panel features fifteen knob controls. These knobs let you make adjustments or changes to the selected patch’s tone quickly and easily.

fig.02-03

PREAMP TYPE:

Selects the preamp type.

* After pressing [TYPE VARIATION], you can select

variations by turning the knob to the type you want.

Chapter

2. Rotate the VALUE dial to select the settings resembling

those for the tone you want.

3. Press the ON/OFF buttons to turn effects on and off;

turn the knobs to adjust the tone.

fig.02-02

ON/OFF button

* You can press [EZ TONE] again to compare the tone in use

before entering EZ Tone mode with the present tone.

4. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

The tone switches to the tone selected in EZ Tone.

* Pressing [EXIT] while the readout is flashing (when the tone

prior to switching to EZ Tone mode is selected) returns you to the patch that was selected before going into EZ Tone mode.

* If you want to save a tone you’ve created, use the Write

procedure (p. 22) to save it to a User patch.

PREAMP GAIN:

Adjusts the degree of preamp distortion. The distortion gets stronger as the knob is turned to the right.

PREAMP BASS:

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s low-frequency range. The low frequencies are boosted as the knob is turned to the right.

PREAMP MIDDLE:

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s midrange. The midrange frequencies are boosted as the knob is turned to the right.

PREAMP TREBLE:

Adjusts the sound quality of the preamp’s high-frequency range. The high frequencies are boosted as the knob is turned to the right.

PREAMP LEVEL:

Adjusts the preamp volume level. The volume increases as the knob is turned to the right.

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

SPEAKER:

Selects the speaker type. When ORIGINAL is selected, you can select the speakers that are best suited for the PREAMP TYPE settings.

OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION TYPE:

Selects the type of overdrive or distortion.

* After pressing [TYPE VARIATION], you can select

variations by turning the knob to the type you want.

OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION DRIVE:

Adjusts the degree of overdrive or distortion. The distortion appears stronger as the knob is turned to the right.

OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION LEVEL:

Adjusts the overdrive/distortion volume level. The volume increases as the knob is turned to the right.

DELAY FEEDBACK:

Adjusts the number of times the delay is repeated. The number of repeats increases as the knob is turned to the right.

DELAY LEVEL:

Adjusts the volume level of the delay sound. The delay sound increases as the knob is turned to the right.

CHORUS LEVEL:

Adjusts the volume level of the chorus sound. The chorus sound increases as the knob is turned to the right.

REVERB LEVEL:

Adjusts the volume level of the reverb sound. The reverb sound increases as the knob is turned to the right.

Adding Effects

The GT-6’s internal effects are switched on and off with button controls. The indicator for an effect’s ON/OFF button lights up when the effect is enabled.

fig.02-04

1,2,3

1. Press the ON/OFF button for the effect you want to be

able to switch on and off.

The settings for the selected effect appear in the display.

fig.02-05

2. Press the ON/OFF button again to switch the effect on

or off.

* The effect name flashes in the display when that effect is

disabled.

* When FX-1, FX-2, or WAH is selected in Step 1, the effect set

with the FX Select parameter (“Making More Detail Settings with Individual Parameters,” see p. 19) is switched on and off.

3. To select another effect to be switched on and off,

repeat Steps 1 and 2.

4. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

* If you want to save a tone with the settings you’ve made, use

the Write procedure (p.22) to save the tone to a User patch.

PATCH LEVEL:

Adjusts the overall volume level. The volume increases as the knob is turned to the right.

When you want to save a tone created with EZ Tone, or changed with the knob controls, use the Write procedure (p. 22) to save the tone to a User patch.

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

Setting the Effect Tones (Quick Settings)

Each effect includes prepared sample settings called “Quick Settings.” You can easily create new effect sounds just by selecting and combining these Quick Settings.

1. Press the on/off button for the effect with the settings

you want to change.

The parameters for the selected effect appear in the display.

* During editing, the most recently edited parameter appears.

2. Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to select the Quick

Settings parameter.

fig.02-06

3. Rotate the VALUE dial to select the effect setting you

want.

* “P00: User” indicates that the effect indicated in the upper

row of the display is set to be saved to the currently selected patch, or that the settings are currently being modified.

* When FX-1, FX-2, or WAH has been selected in Step 1, the

settings for the effect selected by means of the FX Select parameter (refer to the following item) are switched.

Making More Detail Settings with Individual Parameters

Each effect comprises several different kinds of parameters. You can more precisely create the sounds you want by editing each of these parameters individually.

fig.02-07

1. Press the on/off button for the effect with the settings

you want to change.

The parameters for the selected effect appear in the display.

2. Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to select the

parameter whose settings are to be changed.

When more than one parameter is shown in the display,

press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to the parameter to be set.

Chapter

You can jump to the core parameters by pressing

PARAMETER [ ] (or [ ]) while holding down

PARAMETER [ ] (or [ ]). With items for which there aren’t that many parameters, the GT-6 jumps to the last (or first) parameter.

3. Rotate the VALUE dial to change the value of a setting.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for any other parameter settings

you want to change.

5. If you further want to change parameter settings in any

other effects, repeat Steps 1 through 4.

6. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

* If you want to save a tone with the settings you’ve made, use

the Write procedure (p. 22) to save the tone to a User patch.

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

Using the Pedal Effects (Wah, Pedal Bend)

You can use the GT-6’s expression pedal to obtain wah and pedal bend (pedal-controlled pitch bend) effects.

Wah

fig.02-08

1. Press [WAH].

2. Turn on the wah effect (“Adding Effects”; p. 18).

* This step is not required if the effect is already on.

Pedal Bend

fig.02-09

1. Press [FX-2].

2. Turn on the FX-2 effect (“Adding Effects”; p. 18).

* This step is not required if the effect is already on.

3. Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to select the FX

Select parameter.

4. Rotate the VALUE dial to change the value (setting) to

“PB.”

You can now get a pitch bend effect by moving the expression pedal.

3. Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to select the FX

Select parameter.

4. Rotate the VALUE dial to change the value (setting) to

“WAH.”

You can now get a pitch wah effect by moving the expression pedal.

* By assigning the WAH ON/OFF function to the expression

pedal switch, you can switch the wah effect on and off by firmly pressing down on the pedal’s toe.

5. Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

* If you want to save a tone with the settings you’ve made, use

the Write procedure (p. 22) to save the tone to a User patch.

* By assigning the PB ON/OFF function to the expression pedal

switch, you can switch the Pedal Bend effect on and off by firmly pressing down on the pedal’s toe.

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

Naming Tones

Each patch can be given a name (Patch Name) consisting of up to sixteen characters. You’ll probably want to take advantage of this feature by assigning names that suggest the sound you’ll obtain, or the song in which it’ll be used.

fig.02-10

1. Press [NAME/NS/MASTER] so that the Name edit

screen appears in the display.

* With each press of [NAME/NS/MASTER], you move to the

next item that can be set, in this order: NAME

→

NOISE SUPPRESSOR→MASTER

FOOT VOLUME→ EFFECT CHAIN.

fig.02-11

→

Changing the Connection Order of Effects (Effect Chain)

Here’s how you can change the order in which the effects are connected.

fig.02-12

1. Press [NAME/NS/MASTER] until “Effect Chain”

appears in the display.

* With each press of [NAME/NS/MASTER], you move to the

next item that can be set, in this order: NAME

→

NOISE SUPPRESSOR→MASTER

FOOT VOLUME→ EFFECT CHAIN.

fig.02-13

→

Chapter

Cursor

2. Press PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to

the text area you want to edit.

3. Rotate the VALUE dial to change the characters.

* You can use the following functions when changing text

characters.

CAPS: Switches the character at the cursor position

between upper and lower case.

INS: Inserts a blank space at the cursor position.

DEL: Deletes the character at the cursor position and

shifts the characters following it to the left.

4. If you want to edit names further, repeat Steps 2 and 3.

5. If you want to save the sequence you’ve set up, use the

Write procedure (p. 22) to save it to a User patch.

Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

* Effects are shown in lowercase letters when turned off.

2. Use the VALUE dial or PARAMETER [ ] [ ] to

move the cursor to the point where you want to have an effect inserted.

3. Press the ON/OFF button for the effect you want to

insert.

The selected effect is inserted at the cursor position.

* Use [PEDAL ASSIGN] to assign Foot Volume.

4. If you want to change the sequence further, repeat

Steps 2 and 3.

5. If you want to save the sequence you’ve set up, use the

Write procedure (p. 22) to save it to a User patch.

Press [EXIT] to return to the Play screen.

Effects can be switched on and off even while making the settings for the connection order. With effects appearing to the left and right of the cursor, the ON/ OFF button corresponding to the effect can be pressed to turn them on/off.

Chapter 3 Saving the Tones You Have Created

Write

When you want to save a tone created with EZ Tone, or a tone to which changes have been made, use the Write procedure to save the tone to a User patch.

* If the power is turned off, or if the tone is switched (Patch

Change; p. 15) before you’ve carried out the Write procedure, the newly created tone will be discarded.

fig.03-01

1,3

1. Press [WRITE].

The content of the display changes, and the GT-6 is ready for the save-destination User patch to be specified.

fig.03-02

Destination User Patch

Copying Patches

You can copy a Preset or User patch to another User patch.

fig.03-03

2,4

1. Select the copy-source patch (refer to “How to Switch

Patches”; p. 15).

2. Press [WRITE].

The content of the display changes, and the GT-6 is ready for the copy-destination User patch to be specified.

fig.03-04

Destination User Patch

2. Rotate the VALUE dial to select the save-destination

User patch.

* This step is unnecessary if the current User patch is

acceptable.

* To cancel the Write procedure, press [EXIT]. The Play screen

returns to the display.

* You can also use the procedure described in “How to Switch

Patches” (p. 15) to select the save destination.

3. Press [WRITE].

The GT-6 switches to the write-destination patch, and you’re returned to the Play screen.

* The sound of the patch previously stored at the write

destination will be lost once the write is executed.

3. Rotate the VALUE dial to select the copy-destination

User patch.

* To cancel the copy, press [EXIT]. The Play screen returns to

the display.

* You can also use the procedure described in “How to Switch

Patches” (p. 15) to select the copy destination.

4. Press [WRITE].

The GT-6 switches to the copy-destination patch, and you’re returned to the Play screen.

* The sound of the patch previously stored at the copy

destination will be lost once the copy is executed.

Chapter 3 Saving the Tones You Have Created

Exchanging Patches

On the GT-6, you can “swap” or exchange the positions of two User patches. The following explains how this is done.

fig.03-05

2,5

1. Select the exchange source patch (refer to “How to

Switch Patches”; p. 15).

2. Press [WRITE].

3. Press PARAMETER [ ].

The content of the display changes, and the GT-6 is ready for the exchange destination User patch to be specified.

fig.03-06

Destination User Patch

4. Rotate the VALUE dial to select the exchange

destination User patch.

Chapter

* To cancel the exchange, press [EXIT]. The Play screen returns

to the display.

* You can also use the procedure described in “How to Switch

Patches” (p. 15) to select the exchange destination.

5. Press [WRITE].

The patch stored in the exchange source memory location and the patch stored in the exchange destination memory location are exchanged, and you’re returned to the Play screen.

Chapter 4 The Effects Explained

In this chapter you will find detailed descriptions for each of the GT-6’s onboard effects, and the parameters used to control them.

The sound being input to each effect is called the “direct sound,” and the sound modified by the effect is called the “effect sound.”

The trademarks listed in this document are trademarks of their respective owners, which are separate companies from BOSS. Those companies are not affiliated with BOSS and have not licensed or authorized BOSS’s GT-6. Their marks are used solely to identify the equipment whose sound is simulated by BOSS’s GT-6.

PREAMP/SPEAKER (Preamp/Speaker Simulator)

COSM technology plays an indispensable role in simulating the distinguishing characteristics of various guitar amps in the “Preamp” section, and is also used to simulate various speaker sizes and cabinet constructions in the “Speaker Simulator.”

Parameter Value

On/Off Off, On Type refer to p. 25 Gain 0–100 Bass 0–100 Middle 0–100 Treble 0–100 Presence 0–100 (0– -100) Level 0–100 Bright Off, On Gain SW Low, Middle, High Speaker SW Off, On Speaker Type 1x10”, 1x12”, 2x12”, 4x12”,

8x12”, ORIGINAL Mic Setting (*) Center, 1 cm–10 cm Mic Level (*) 0–100 Direct Level (*) 0–100

(*) Displayed when OUTPUT SELECT is set to

“LINE/PHONES” or “LINE (PA).”

TYPE

This sets the type of the guitar preamp.

Extinguished Illuminated: red Illuminated: green

JC-120 Jazz Combo Full Range

JC CLEAN

TW CLEAN

CRUNCH

VO COMBO

MATCH DRV

BG LEAD

MS STACK

R-FIER

Hi GAIN

METAL

CUSTOM

This is the sound of the Roland JC-120.

Clean TWIN Pro Crunch Tweed

This models a Fender Twin Reverb. This models a Fender Pro Reverb. This models a

Crunch Blues Stack Crunch

This is a crunch sound that can produce natural distortion.

VO Drive VO Lead VO Clean

This models the drive sound of a VOX AC-30TB.

MATCH Drive MATCH Lead Fat MATCH

This models the sound input to left input on a Matchless D/C-30.

BG Lead BG Drive BG Rhythm

This models the lead sound of the MESA/Boogie combo amp.

MS1959(I) MS1959(I+II) MS HiGain

This models the sound input to Input I on a Marshall 1959.

R-Fier Red R-FierOrang R-FierVint

This models the lead channel of a MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier.

SLDN Drive Stack Lead Stack

This models a Soldano SLO-100. This is a drive sound with high

5150 Drive Metal Stack Metal Lead

This models the lead channel of a Peavey EVH 5150.

Custom1 Custom2 Custom3

Custom amp 1 Custom amp 2 Custom amp 3

Chapter 4 The Effects Explained

[TYPE VARIATION]

This is a sound suited to jazz. This is a sound with flat response.

Good for acoustic guitar

Fender Bassman 4 x 10” Combo.

This is a sound suited to blues. This is a crunch sound with high

gain.

This models the lead sound of the VOX AC-30TB.

This models the sound input to right input on a Matchless D/C-30.

This models a MESA/Boogie with TREBLE SHIFT SW on.

This models the sound of a Marshall 1959 with Inputs I and II connected in parallel.

This models the rhythm channel of a MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier.

gain.

This is a drive sound suited to metal.

This models the clean sound of a VOX AC-30TB.

This models the sound of a MATCHLESS with a modified high gain.

This models the rhythm channel of a MESA/Boogie.

This models the sound of a Marshall with a modified midrange boost.

This models a MESA/Boogie Rectifier with VINTAGE SW on.

This is a lead sound with high gain.

This is a lead sound suited to metal.

Chapter

When CUSTOM is selected for TYPE

You can set the following parameters (see next page ) when TYPE is set to CUSTOM.

Making “Custom” Preamp Settings (p. 53)

Chapter 4 The Effects Explained

Parameter Value

Custom Type (1–3) JC Clean, TW Clean, Crunch,

VO Lead, BG Lead,

MS1959 Stk, MODERN Stk

Custom Bottom -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom Edge -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom Bass Freq -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom Treble Freq -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom Preamp Low -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom Preamp High -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom SpeakerLow -50–+50 (1–3)

Custom SpeakerHigh -50–+50 (1–3)

Gain

Adjusts the distortion of the amp.

Bass

Adjusts the tone for the low frequency range.

Middle

Adjusts the tone for the middle frequency range.

Gain SW (Gain Switch)

Provides for selection from three levels of distortion: Low, Middle, and High. Distortion will successively increase for settings of “Low,” “Middle” and “High.”

* The sound of each Type is created on the basis that the Gain is

set to “Middle.” So, normally set it to “Middle.”

Speaker SW

Turns the speaker simulator on/off.

SPEAKER TYPE

1x10”:

This is a compact open-back speaker cabinet with one 10-inch speaker.

1x12”:

This is a compact open-back speaker cabinet with one 12-inch speaker.

2x12”:

This is a general open-back speaker cabinet with two 12-inch speakers.

4x12”:

This is an optimal speaker cabinet for a large enclosed amp with four 12-inch speakers.

8x12”:

This is a double stack of two cabinets, each with four 12-inch speakers.

Treble

Adjusts the tone for the high frequency range.

Presence

Adjusts the tone for the ultra high frequency range.

* If you have selected “MATCH DRY” or “VO COMBO” as

the type, raising presence will cut the high range (the value will change from 0 to -100).

Level

Adjusts the volume of the entire preamp.

* Be careful not to raise the Level setting too high.

Bright

Turns the bright setting on/off.

Off:

Bright is not used.

On:

Bright is switched on to create a lighter and crisper tone.

* Depending on the “Type” setting, this may not be displayed.

ORIGINAL:

This is the built-in speaker of the amp you selected with “Type.”

Mic Settting

This simulates the microphone position. “Center” simulates the condition that the microphone is set in the middle of the speaker cone. “1–10 cm” means that the microphone is moved away from the center of the speaker cone.

Mic Level

Adjusts the volume of the microphone.

Direct Level

Adjusts the volume of the direct sound.

* If you’ve chosen “Full Range” for Type, use with Mic Level =

100 and Direct Level = 0.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Contents

Main Features

Names of Things and What They Do

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Chapter 1 Playing Sounds

Making the Connections

Turning on the Power

Adjusting the Output Level

Turning Off the Power

Making Settings for a Connected Device (Amp) (Output Select)

What is a Patch?

How to Switch Patches (Patch Change)

Using the GT-6 to Select Patches

Switching Only the Number

Switching the Bank and Number

About the Display Indication

If the Patch Does Not Switch

Chapter 2 Creating You Own Favorite Tones (Patches)

Finding Tones Resembling Those You Have in Mind (EZ Tone)

Adjusting the Tones with the Knobs

Adding Effects

Setting the Effect Tones (Quick Settings)

Making More Detail Settings with Individual Parameters

Using the Pedal Effects (Wah, Pedal Bend)

Pedal Bend

Naming Tones

Changing the Connection Order of Effects (Effect Chain)

Chapter 3 Saving the Tones You Have Created

Write

Copying Patches

Exchanging Patches

Chapter 4 The Effects Explained

PREAMP/SPEAKER (Preamp/Speaker Simulator)