Korg AX100G User Manual
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Precautions
Location
Using the unit in the following locations can result in a
malfunction.
• In direct sunlight
• Locations of extreme temperature or humidity
• Excessively dusty or dirty locations
• Locations of excessive vibration
Power supply
Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC
outlet of the correct voltage. Do not connect it to an AC
outlet of voltage other than that for which your unit is
intended.
Interference with other electrical devices
This product contains a microcomputer. Radios and
televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from
radios and televisions.
Handling
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the
switches or controls.
Care
If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry
cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene or
thinner, or cleaning compounds or flammable polishes.
Keep this manual
After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.
Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment
• Never set any container with liquid in it near this
equipment. If liquid gets into the equipment, it could
cause a breakdown, fire, or electrical shock.
• Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If something does slip into the equipment,
unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet. Then
contact your nearest Korg dealer or the store where
the equipment was purchased.
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for U.S.A.)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system
can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CE mark for European Harmonized Standards
CE mark which is attached to our company’s products
of AC mains operated apparatus until December 31,
1996 means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/
EEC) and CE mark Directive (93/68/EEC). And, CE
mark which is attached after January 1, 1997 means it
conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), CE mark
Directive (93/68/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/
23/EEC).
Also, CE mark which is attached to our company’s
products of Battery operated apparatus means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and CE mark
Directive (93/68/EEC).
Printing conventions in this manual
marks a point of caution.
LCD screens printed in this manual are only for
purposes of illustration, and may not match the
actual display on your AX100G.
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Contents
1. Introduction-------------------------------- 3
Main features-------------------------------------------3
Front and rear panel----------------------------------4
Front panel-------------------------------------------- 4
Rear panel -------------------------------------------- 4
The modes of the AX100G -------------------------5
Installing the batteries--------------------------------5
2. Playing the AX100G--------------------- 5
Example connections --------------------------------5
Turn on the power -------------------------------------5
Program mode -----------------------------------------6
Input level switch setting -------------------------- 6
Adjusting the volume (master volume) -------- 6
Selecting a program -------------------------------- 6
Checking the effects used by a program ------ 6
Bypass, Mute----------------------------------------- 6
Auto tuner --------------------------------------------- 6
Rhythm ------------------------------------------------ 7
AUX IN------------------------------------------------- 7
Expression pedal------------------------------------ 7
Effect Select mode------------------------------------ 7
Entering Effect Select mode---------------------- 7
Exiting Effect Select mode------------------------ 7
Phrase T r ainer mode ---------------------------------8
3. Editing --------------------------------------- 9
Editing the effects ------------------------------------- 9
Drive Amp effect Quick Edit function----------- 9
Editing the Drive Amp effect (example)-------- 9
Editing other effects -------------------------------10
Modifying the program name--------------------- 10
Writing programs ------------------------------------ 10
4. Appendices ------------------------------ 11
Adjusting the expression pedal (Calibration)- 11
Restoring the user programs
to the factory settings (Reload) ------- 11
Troubleshooting-------------------------------------- 11
Main specifications --------------------------------- 12
Effect parameters ----------------------------------- 12
DRIVE·AMP (Drive Amp effects)---------------12
MOD (Modulation effects)------------------------13
PEDAL (Pedal effect)------------------------------14
AMB(Ambience effect)----------------------------15
CABI (Cabinet effect) -----------------------------16
NR LEV
(Noise Reduction, Program Level)-------------16
Rhythm Pattern List--------------------------------- 16
Preset Program Parameter List------------------ 17
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the ToneWorks AX100G
Modeling Signal Processor.
In order to enjoy your AX100G to the fullest, please
read this manual carefully, and use the unit correctly .
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Main features
• Korg’s modeling technology provides detailed and
powerful modeling sounds.
• 63 modeling effect variations are built-in, and up to 7 effects
and rhythm sounds sources can be used simultaneously.
• Forty preset programs (4 x 10 banks) and forty rewritable user
programs (4 x 10 banks) are built-in.
• In Effect Select mode you can use a foot switch to change the
drive amp channel or turn the Modulation effect or Ambience
effect on/off.
• Virtual Feedbacker lets you sustain a note on your guitar and
generate feedback with vibrato
• Y ou can use the expr ession pedal to control 23 types of Pedal
effect in realtime.
• When using the delay effect, you can automatically set the
delay time by pressing the TAP switch to the rhythm of the
song you are playing.
• The Phrase Trainer function lets you r ecor d up to 8 seconds of
sound from an audio device, and play it back at a slower speed
without changing the pitch.
• The Sample & Play function lets you record a phrase for a
maximum of 6 seconds, and use the expression pedal for
phrase play back.
• 7 point LED pedal indicator
• 50 different rhythm patterns and a metronome are built-in for
convenient practicing.
• Built in tuner mute function for on stage silent tuning.
• An AUX IN jack is provided allowing for connection to an
external audio source (CD player, cassette tape deck, etc) for
play along purposes.
• Use the auto chromatic tuner to tune your instrument when
the AX100G is bypassed or muted.
• The LCD (multi-display) features an intuitive visual interface.
• The LCD is backlit for easy visibility even in dark locations.
What is ?
(Resonant structure and Electronic circuit Modeling
System) is KORG’s proprietary sound modeling technology
which precisely reproduces the complex character and nature
of both acoustic and electric instruments as well as electronic
circuits in real world environments.
variety of sound generation characteristics including instrument bodies, speakers & cabinets, acoustic fields, microphones,
vacuum tubes, transistors, etc.
emulates a wide
1. Introduction
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Front and rear panel
Front panel
1 Type knob
This knob selects the type of Drive Amp effect that will be used.
2 Value knobs
For each effect, these knobs adjust the values of the parameters assigned to the knobs. From the left, these are referred to
as value knobs 1—5.
When you are not editing an effect, parameters of the drive
amp effect used by the selected program are assigned to these
knobs. (Refer to p.9 "Drive Amp effect Quick Edit function.")
3 Select switches
Each time you press the DRIVE·AMP switch, the drive amp
channels A and B will alternate, and will be in Edit mode. At
this time, the LED beside the switch will change between blinking green (channel A) and blinking red (channel B).
Each time you press the MOD, PEDAL, AMB, or CABI switch,
the corresponding effect will be in edit mode (on) or off. The
LED beside the corresponding switch will also change between
blinking (lit) and dark.
Each time you press the NR LEV switch, you will alternate
between editing and on. The LED beside the switch will change
between blinking and dark.
Each time you press the RHYTHM or PHRASE TRAINER
switch, the corresponding function will be switched on/off.
The LED beside the corresponding switch will light or go dark.
4 Pedal indicator
This shows the state of the pedal effect (the depth to which it is
pressed). When the tuner is operating, this shows the amount
of pitch deviation. In Phrase Trainer mode, this shows the recording/playback time.
5 PROG/FX SELECT switch
Each time you press this switch, you will alternate between
Program mode and Effect Select mode.
6 Multi-display
This displays information such as program names, parameter
names and values, and editing icons.
7 Number LED
This displays the program bank and program number. While
the Tuner is operating, it displays the note name.
8 WRITE, EXIT, TAP switches
The WRITE switch is used to write an edited program.
By pressing the EXIT switch, you can return to Program mode
at any time.
When using a delay effect, you can press the TAP switch at the
tempo of the song to set the delay time automatically.
9 DOWN, UP switches
These switches are used to select programs, bypass or mute, or
to switch the drive amp channel.
0 Expression pedal
This controls the effect that is selected as the Pedal effect. After
advancing the pedal all the way, you can press the pedal more
firmly to switch the Pedal effect on/off.
Rear panel
1 INPUT jack
If you are using batteries, this jack acts as a power switch.
When a cable is connected, the power will be turned on.
Before turning the power on or off, be sure to turn down the
volume of any equipment that is connected.
2 Input level switch
Set this switch according to the output of your instrument.
3 AUX IN jack (stereo mini)
Connect the output (AUX OUT: analog) of your audio device
to this jack.
4 DC9V
The separately sold AC adapter (DC9V ) can be connected here. When this is connected, the power will be turned
on automatically.
5 Cable hook
If the separately sold AC adapter is connected, hook the cable of the AC adapter
around this hook as shown below. When
removing the cable from the hook, do not
apply tension.
6 MASTER VOL. (Master volume)
This adjusts the volume of the OUTPUT jack.
7 OUTPUT jack
This also functions as the headphone jack.
8 Cable guide
This prevents the cable that connects
the guitar to the AX100G from interfering with the operation of the pedal.
Pass the cable through the guide as
shown in the diagram below.
When using the cable guide, please
use a cable whose diameter is 8 mm
or less.
Max.
8mm
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The modes of the AX100G
The AX100G is divided into three modes: Program mode, Effect
Select mode, and Phrase Trainer mode.
Program mode
In this mode you can select programs and use the AX100G for
normal performance.
Use the foot switches (UP, DOWN) to select programs.
Immediately after the power is turned on, the AX100G will always be in this mode. With the factory settings, the User programs contain the same programs as the Preset programs.
Effect Select mode
In this mode you can use the foot switches UP or DOWN to
switch the drive amp channel*
effect on/off.
Programs cannot be selected in this mode. Use Program mode to
select programs.
*1 The AX100G provides two (A and B) Drive (distortion) Amp Effects so
that you can switch between settings such as backing and solo without
having to change programs.
Phrase Trainer mode
This mode allows you to record a phrase from a CD or MD connected to the AUX IN jack, and play it back as a repeated loop
that you can practice along with.
Since you can slow down the playback speed without affecting
the pitch, this is a convenient way to learn or practice difficult
phrases.
When you enter Phrase Trainer mode, the Modulation, Pedal,
and Ambience effects will be turned off automatically.
In Program mode and Effect Select mode, you can use the various
knobs to edit the effect, adjust noise reduction, adjust the program
level, and change the program name.
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, Modulation effect or Ambience
2. Playing the AX100G
Example connections
The power must be off when making connections. Otherwise, damage to your speaker system, or other malfunctions may occur.
Connecting cables are sold separately.
Headphone (*1)
Stereo 1/4" jack –
stereo RCA (phone jack)
Hard disk recorder etc.
Mono output – mono 1/4" jack / stereo
output - two mono 1/4" jacks
Guitar amp / powered monitor(*1)
Mono 1/4" jack –
mono 1/4" jack
AC adapter (*2)
to AC outlet
Audio system
Mono 1/4" jack –
mono 1/4" jack
2. Playing the AX100G
Guitar
Installing the batteries
1. Lightly press on arrow A of the battery case, and slide the lid
upward in the direction of the arrow to open the case.
2. Insert four AA alkaline batteries (sold separately) as shown in
the diagram. Be careful to observe the correct polarity (+ and
-) of the batteries.
3. Close the lid of the battery case.
If you will not be using the unit for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking.
When the multi-display blinks "
the batteries. Please install new batteries as soon as possible.
BATTERY
," it is time to replace
*1: The OUTPUT jack is a stereo output. If you use a mono
cable to connect the AX100G to a guitar amp, only the L
(left) side signal will be output to the amp.
*2: If you use batteries, the AC adapter is not necessary. If
you use an AC adapter, be sure to use only the specified
model (DC 9V
).
Turn on the power
The AX100G does not have a power switch.
The power will be turned on when one of the following occurs.
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If you are using batteries, the power will be turned on when
you connect a mono cable to the INPUT jack. To maximize the
battery life, disconnect the cable from the INPUT jack when
you are not using the AX100G.
If you connect a stereo cable, the power will not be turned on.
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If you are using the AC adapter (sold separately),
will be turned on when you connect the AC adapter to a DC 9V.
Before you turn off the power of the AX100G, turn off the power
of the other connected equipment.
the power
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Program mode
When you turn on the power, the AX100G will always enter Program mode, and will be set to the program setting that were last
selected when the power was turned off.
Input level switch setting
Set this switch according to the output of your instrument.
H : Suitable for a pickup with a high output level, such as a
humbucking pickup
L : Suitable for a pickup with a low output level, such as a single
coil pickup
Adjusting the volume (master volume)
To adjust the volume, rotate the MASTER VOL. (master volume)
located on the rear panel.
Selecting a program
Press the UP or DOWN switches to increment or decrement the
programs in steps of one. When you do so, the multi-display
will show the name of each program.
Programs are organized into groups of four, and these groups
are called "banks." The current bank is shown by the 10's digit of
the number LED.
Preset program
User program
The AX100G contains a total of 80 programs (sounds): 40 (4 x 10
banks) of preset programs that cannot be overwritten, and 40 (4
x 10 banks) of user programs that you are able to modify (edit).
When a user program is selected, the decimal point (dot) in the
lower right of the number LED will light.
Preset
program
User
program
Dot is lit
When you once again press the TAP switch and EXIT switch
simultaneously , the Bank Hold (10’S HOLD) function will be cancelled.
Dot is lit
Checking the effects used by a program
Some programs do not use all of the effects. When you select a
program, the LED beside each effect select switch will light to
indicate the effects that are being used. An effect that is turned
off can be edited (turned on) by pressing its select switch, and
when you press another select switch or the EXIT switch, the
LED will change from blinking to lit.
Bypass, Mute
By pressing the UP and DOWN switches simultaneously, you
can Bypass the AX100G so that no effects will be applied. (The
multi-display will indicate "BYPASS" for two second.)
Alternatively, by pressing the UP and DOWN switches simultaneously and holding them for approximately one second, you
can Mute the AX100G completely so that no sound will be output. (The multi-display will indicate "MUTE" for two second.)
To defeat Bypass or Mute, press the UP or DOWN switch.
Auto tuner
When the AX100G is in bypass or mute condition, the tuner will
operate automatically. If you mute the AX100G you will be able
to tune your instrument without producing sound. This is used
for on stage tuning.
1. Tune your guitar so that the desired note
name appears in the number LED. The
decimal point “.” at the lower right of the
number LED will light to indicate a sharp
2. The seven-point pedal indicator will show the difference between the pitch you play and the note name. Tune your instrument so that only the center LED is lit.
Tuning discrepancy shown by the pedal indicator
and the multi-display
Example display
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Selecting a bank
Although you can use the UP or DOWN switches to select programs across banks, you can also switch programs by bank.
1. Press and hold the PROG/FX SELECT switch for approxi-
mately one second until the number LED begins to blink.
2. Press either the UP or DOWN switch to increment or decre-
ment the bank.
3. Press the PROG/FX SELECT switch once again to finalize the
bank and make the number LED stop blinking.
Bank Hold (10’s HOLD)
By simultaneously pressing the TAP switch and EXIT switch,
you can prevent programs of other banks from being selected.
At this time, the decimal point (dot) at the lower right of the 10's
place in the number LED will light.
Press the UP or DOWN switches to select programs within the
current bank.
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Pitch is
flat
Correct
tuning
Pitch is
sharp
Changing the calibration setting
As necessary , you can adjust the calibration (the fr equency of the
standard A pitch) in the range of 438—445 Hz. (440 Hz is “standard”)
When the tuner is operating, you can rotate value knob 1 to adjust the calibration. The calibration setting is shown in the multidisplay.
When the power is turned off, the calibration setting you modify
will be lost, and will automatically return to 440 Hz the next
time the power is turned on.
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