Rocktron RepliTone MP User Manual

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Digital Modeling Preamp

MANUAL

16 Amplifier Emulations

Direct Recording Capabilities

128 User Programable Presets Available

HUSH Noise Reduction

Rocktron's Hallmark Effects

Reverb, Delay, HUSH, & one additional

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effect available at all times!

Suggested Footcontroller(s) - Rocktron MIDI Mate, Rocktron MIDI I.T.

or Rocktron All Access.

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Suggested MIDI Cable(s) - Rocktron M7 Pin MIDI Cable Model #

RMM900

Suggested Power Amplifier(s) - Rocktron Velocity 100 (2x50 Watt)

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Suggested Speaker Cabinets(s) - Rocktron Velocity S112 (1x12 cabs)

May be covered by one or more of the following: U.S. Patents #4538297, 4647876, 4696044, 4745309, 4881047,

4893099, 5124657, 5263091, 5268527, 5319713, 5333201, 5402498 and 5493617.

Other patents pending. Foreign patents pending.

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Your Rocktron RepliTone MP preamp has been tested and complies with the following

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Standards and Directives as set forth by the European Union:

Standard(s): IEC60065 Professional Audio/Video or Similar

Equipment, EN55013:1997, EN61000-3-2 (1995) EN61000-3-3(1995), EN55020:1995, CSA E65-94

This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guidelines on how much RF energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from other sources of interference when properly used. Improper use of this equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may not interfere with other electronic products.

To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all audio input connections. This will help insure compliance with the Directive(s).

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Contents

1. Introduction to the RepliTone MP.................................... 4

2. RepliTone MP Quick Start ................................................ 5

3. RepliTone Models ............................................................... 5

4. Precautions .......................................................................... 6

5. RepliTone Emulations ........................................................ 7

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

7. Rear Panel ......................................................................... 10

8. MIDI Implementation ...................................................... 12

9. PC Interface ..................................................................... 15

10. Effects .............................................................................. 16

11. Connections ..................................................................... 19

12. Specifications................................................................... 23

13. Other Rocktron Products............................................... 24

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1. Introduction to the RepliTone MP

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The Rocktron RepliTone MP is a 24-bit DSP professional guitar preamp & direct recording device containing 16 different amp emulation models and 128 user programmable presets (15 user presets on the front panel with a total of 128 presets available via a Rocktron MIDI footcontroller). The RepliT one MP also offers ef fect algorithms and superb sound quality . Full MIDI implementation and a user-friendly operating format ensure that designing unique and useful preset sounds is as simple as possible.

In addition, the RepliT one MP also features:

• Advanced Speaker Simulation, which provides a strikingly realistic

approximation of a miked speaker cabinet at line-level specifically for "direct recording", and mixer input to play directly over a PA system or headphone listening.

• Rocktron's patented HUSH® noise reduction provides noise reduc-

tion while playing and complete silence when not.

• High-quality digital effects, including:

- Reverb - Phaser

- Tremolo (1 & 2) - Flanger

- Detune - Compression

- Chorus - Delay

- Wah - Rotary

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• Effects Loop, MIDI In Out/Thru with Phantom Power for MIDI Footcontroller

• Suggested Power Amplifier - Rocktron Velocity 100 (2x50Watt Single Space Rack Mount Power Amp)

• Suggested Footcontrollers - Rocktron MIDI Mate, Rocktron MIDI I.T. or Rocktron All Access

For a thorough explanation of the RepliT one MP and its features, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference. After removing the RepliT one MP from the box, save all packing materials in case it becomes necessary to ship the unit.

NOTE: Product and manufacturer names are trademarks of their respective owners and

are in no way associated with Rocktron. The names are mentioned solely for the purpose of describing certain amplifier tones and emulations produced by the RepliTone MP.

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RepliTone MP Quick Start

Turn the MASTER VOLUME control all the way down on the RepliTone MP and Power Amp.

Using high quality 1/4" guitar cables (standard guitar cables are OK) connection the RepliTone MP to Power amp as such:

-RepliTone MP Left Pre-amp "OUT" to - "IN" on the Power Amp

-RepliTone MP Right Pre-amp "OUT" to - "IN" on the Power Amp"

Plug the supplied power adapter into the AC INPUT socket on the rear panel, and plug the other end into an AC wall socket.

Connect your guitar to the INPUT jack.

Press the POWER button on the RepliTone MP and then power on the Power amp.

Select a PRESET position (or MANUAL).

1 x 12

Select an AMP Model.

Set the GAIN and LEVEL controls to your taste. Adjust the Master Volume on the RepliTone MP and on the Power Amp to a comfortable level. Set the BASS, MID, and TREBLE.

Set the EFFECTS SELECT knob to the desired Effect and modify as needed with the EFFECTS ADJUST control.

Play!

Available RepliTone Products3.

Modeling Preamp - Stereo - Single Rack Space Preamp with Multi-effects and amp models. The HEADPHONES and LOOP SEND/RETURN jacks are stereo.

Mono, 60 watt combo amp with a single 12 inch speaker . The HEADPHONES and LOOP SEND/RETURN jacks are stereo.

2 x 12

Stereo, 100 watt combo amp with two 12 inch speakers. The HEADPHONES and LOOP SEND/RETURN jacks are stereo.

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4. Precautions

NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS SECTION TO PROVIDE YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE USE. THIS UNIT REQUIRES CAREFUL HANDLING.

• All warnings on this equipment and in the operating instructions should be adhered to and all operating instructions should be followed.

• Do not use this equipment near water. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any openings.

• The power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY INTERNAL ADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT AT ANY TIME. DO NOT TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AT ANY TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT , AS WELL AS CAUSING SHOCK HAZARD.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between 32° F and 104° F (0° C and 40° C). This unit may not function properly under extreme temperatures.

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RepliTone MP Emulations5.

Note: Fender, Marshall, Vox, Boogie and other amplifier model designations are all trademarks of their respective owners and are not associated or affiliated with Rocktron. The names are used solely to describe the amplifier tones produced using the RepliT one's emulating software.

Amp Emulation Name Original Amp Name

BRIT CLASS A VOX AC30

BRIT BLUES Marshall Bluesbreaker

BRIT CLASSIC Marshall Plexi 100W into 1960A 4 x 12 Cabinet

BRIT HI GAIN Marshall JCM 800 into 1960A 4 x 12 Cabinet

HI GAIN Rocktron Prophesy Channel 3

MEGA GAIN Rocktron Vendetta VP4 Channel 4

THRASH Voodu V alve High Gain, with mid scoop

GRUNGE MEGA GAIN but with LF boost on pre-EQ

FUZZ Dallas-Arbiter Fuzzface

70's Mesa Boogie Mk llB

TEXAS Rocktron Vendetta Head Channel 2

BLUES Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb

TWEED Fender '59 Bassman 4 x 10

POL Y JAZZ "Inspired" by a Polytone

CLEAN 2 Fender T win with Bright switch ON

CLEAN 1 Fender Twin Reverb

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6. Front Panel

POWER switch

On/Off switch - Note: when powering up your rack be sure to turn all preamps and effects on first before you turn on your power amp. When powering down your rack set up always turn the power amp off first.

INPUT jack

This ¼" jack accepts the output from the guitar.

MASTER VOLUME

Controls overall output level of the amp and also headphone volume.

PRESET switch

Selects one of 16 channels, as desired. MANUAL position uses all current control positions to determine sound as opposed to stored values. These correspond to MIDI program change numbers 1 - 15. 113 more user presets are accessible only via MIDI program changes (16 - 128).

AMP select switch

Selects one of 16 available Amp Emulations.

STORE/EXECUTE Button and LED

This button is used to store values into the RepliTone's presets when settings are altered - see "Storing Changed Preset Parameters" for more information on this procedure.

GAIN control

Adjusts the amount of drive. Higher settings increase distortion and sustain.

RECALL LEDS

Allows you to get back to your "original" setting. Whenever a knob is turned (even just slightly) these LEDs will light. To get back to the "original" setting (not the knob position - but the actual setting of the control) start turning the knob you changed. When the LEDs go "out" the knob is at its original (or stored) setting. If you pass the original setting and only one LED is lit, turn the knob in the direction of the arrow. For example: Left LED is Lit: Turn the knob slowly to the right until both LEDs are out. Turn the knob slowly to the left until both LEDs are out.

LEVEL CONTROL

Controls the relative volume level of the preset (or channel). Used to balance between two different sounds.

BASS, MID and TREBLE controls

The BASS, MID and TREBLE controls are like any standard guitar amp. Levels are adjusted over the ranges appropriate for the amp emulation selected.

REVERB LEVEL control

Adjusts the amount of reverb. (Reverb is always available.)

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DELAY LEVEL control

Adjusts the overall level of the delayed signal at the output relative to the direct signal and other effect signals. (Delay is always available.)

DELAY TIME button and LED

Adjusts the current delay time. To set the delay time, tap the button twice at the interval desired (up to one second). The LED flashes to indicate the set time. For the longest delay time tap button only once.

EFFECT ADJUST control

Adjusts one effect parameter, depending upon the effect selected (see Effect Select Control section (16) for more detailed information).

EFFECT SELECT EFFECT ADJUST knob controls. Chorus Depth Depth of Chorus Chorus Level Level of Chorus Flanger Depth Depth of Flanger Flanger Res Resonance of Flanger Delay Regen Regeneration of Delay Delay Pan Pan of delay - knob turned full left - delay is on left

knob turned full right - delay is on right. Detune Pitch Amount of Detune Pitch Detune Level Level of Detune Pitch Bypass Nothing HUSH Threshold (HUSH is always active) Compressor Threshold Wa h Frequency of Wah - knob sets only the one

frequency - but you can use an expression pedal to

get the wah wah effect Rotary Slow Speed of Rotary Phaser Depth of Phaser Tremolo 1 Depth of Tremolo 1 Tremolo 2 Depth of Tremolo 2

RATE button & LED

Sets the modulation rate of the selected effect. To set, press the button twice at the rate you want. The LED flashes to indicate the setting. When the Rotary effect is selected, tap the button once to change between the two rates. To set the slowest rate tap the button just once.

EFFECT SELECT control

Selects one of the available effects and selects which parameter is controlled with the EFFECT ADJUST control.

Chorus Depth Bypass Chorus Level Hush Flanger Depth Compressor Flanger Res Wa h Delay Regen Rotary Delay Pan Phaser Detune Pitch Tremolo 1 (Sine wave modulation) Detune Level Tremolo 2 (Square wave modulation)

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7. Rear Panel

PRE-AMP OUT (To Power Amp)

Jacks for connection to a power amp (we suggest the Rocktron Velocity 100 power amp

- 2x50 watts - stereo). These are stereo output jacks that should be connected to a power amp input.

MIDI THRU/OUT

This standard 5-pin DIN connector can be connected to the MIDI IN jack of another device via a standard MIDI cable. There are limitations to the number of devices that can be chained (or series connected) in this fashion.

NOTE: There is a limit to the number of devices which can be chained together (connected in series). With more than three devices, a slight distortion of the MIDI signal can occur (due to signal degradation) which can cause an error in MIDI signal transmission. Should this problem arise, a MIDI Thru box can be used which connects directly to the MIDI device. The MIDI Thru box transmits MIDI information through multiple connectors to the devices receiving MIDI. MIDI cables should not exceed 50 feet (15 meters) in length.

MIDI IN and Suggested Footcontrollers

This 7-pin DIN connector is specially designed to receive MIDI program changes from a Rocktron MIDI Footcontroller and to provide phantom power to that controller. Although, you may use a standard 5-pin MIDI cable and any MIDI footcontroller to run this unit, we suggest that you use the Rocktron RMM900 MIDI Cable and the Rocktron MIDI Mate or MIDI I.T. footcontrollers (available at your Rocktron dealer). We have designed the RepliTone MP to have a 7-pin Din connector where Pins 6 & 7 carry phantom power to a Rocktron MIDI Mate or MIDI I.T. footcontroller. Using this set up you can power your footcontroller directly from the RepliT one MP thus eliminating the need to plug in your footcontroller on stage. This will eliminate additional wires and cables from the front of the stage.

This connector must be connected to the MIDI OUT jack of the transmitting MIDI device via the Rocktron RMM900 7-pin DIN MIDI cable or a standard 5 -pin MIDI cable, or the MIDI THRU jack of the preceding device (if this unit is within a chain of MIDI devices).

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Please note, however, that this phantom power feature may not work with other MIDI controllers. The Rocktron MIDI Controllers run on 9V AC current - others may not. Therefore, please be sure you are fully aware of the functions and operation of other MIDI

controllers before using a 7-Pin DIN cable.

WARNING!! - The Rocktron RepliTone MP's phantom power is supplied to your footcontroller from the RepliTone MP's adapter (you do not have to plug your Rocktron foot controller's adapter into the back of the of the unit like you do on some other Rocktron models). Therefore, if you are using a 7-pin DIN MIDI cable do NOT plug your foot controller's adapter into the footcontroller itself. Doing so may damage the RepliTone MP and/or your foot controller. Please note that Rocktron does not assume any liability for

improper connections to or from this product.

HEADPHONE/DIRECT/RECORDING OUTPUT jack

Plugging either headphones or a stereo Y cable into this jack will activate the RepliT one MP's speaker simulator . This jack has been specifically designed to be used in several ways:

-For Direct Recording (use a stereo Y cable for left and right)

-For Direct connection to a PA system (use a stereo Y cable for left and right)

-For Headphone listing.

This feature allows you to use a stereo Y cable (not included) to run into a PA system (eliminating the need to haul the power amp and speaker cabinets to the gig) or allow you to record direct into a mixing board or home studio.

If you do not have a stereo Y cable you can activate the speaker simulator out of the Left & Right Pre-amp outputs by plugging in a 1/4” guitar cable or 1/4” stereo dummy jack into this headphone/direct/recording output jack and then use two standard 1/4” guitar cables from the Pre-amp outputs into the PA or recording device.

LOOP SEND and RETURN jacks

The effects loop is provided to allow for a chain of external stereo (L/R) effects devices to be inserted into the signal path after the preamp and built-in effects and before the power amp.

NOTE: To maintain stereo operation, the effects loop must be used in a stereo configuration. This requires only stereo RTS connections to be made to the send and return jacks. Using mono TS (tip-sleeve) connections

will mute the right channel.

POWER jack and ADAPTER

Provides AC power to the Replitone MP - please use the enclosed 9VAC 3.4 amp adapter for this product only. Do not use any adapter other than the included adapter. Rocktron is not responsible for improper use. Please follow all precaution instuctions included in the front of this manual. Replacement adapters are available. Here are the model numbers:

Model Number 006-1211 - this is a 1 10V 9VAC 3.4A Adapter 4 Pin/Din for RepliTone MP Model Number 006-1224 - this is a 220V 9VAC 3.4A adapter 4 Pin/Din for RepliTone MP Please check our website for more details www.rocktron.com

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8. MIDI Implementation

There are 128 user programmable presets. The first 15 are accessible from the front panel PRESET knob and correspond to MIDI program change numbers 1 to 15. ("Manual" is not a MIDI accessible preset.) The remaining 113 user presets are accessible only via MIDI program changes (program numbers 16 to 128) through a footcontroller .

The MIDI IN jack is a 7-pin DIN for phantom powering MIDI controllers, however, 5-pin DIN cables can be used and are most common. The MIDI channel will be permanently set to OMNI, you can plug in any MIDI pedal and it will work. However for the best function we recommend the Rocktron MIDI Mate or MIDI I.T . and the RMM900 7pin MIDI Cable.

Storing Presets

o Storing Presets to Exisiting Location:

Once you have achieved a sound that you like, you may want to save it for later use. If any parameter has been modified, the STORE LED will light. Press the STORE (EXECUTE) button. The STORE (EXECUTE) LED will start flashing. If you would like to store the changed sound at the current or exisiting preset - press the store button again to execute the change or complete the store.

o Storing Presets to a different location:

If you would like to save the changed sound to a different preset - press the STORE (EXECUTE) button. The STORE (EXECUTE) LED will start flashing. Now turn the preset knob to the number where you want to save or choose the location number on your MIDI Footcontroller. You will now hear the sound of the preset location which you selected when turning the knob. Now hit the STORE/EXECUTE button to execute the change. At this point the LED will turn OFF and the sound that you had created will be stored to that preset location.

Note: To cancel any store, turn the "AMP" select knob in any direction and the store will be cancelled.

Note: The RepliTone MP's unique function requires that the modulation effect be adjusted last before storing a preset. The modulation effects are Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo 1, Tremolo 2, Phaser, Rotary and Detune/Pitch. Therefore, when you find a sound that you like and you would like to add Chorus, turn the "Effect Select" to Chorus Level or Depth - which ever you want to adjust - make the adjustment and hit "store".

When editing a preset that uses a modulation effect - after editing the preset, the "EFFECTS SELECT" knob must be turned back to the modulation effect used in the preset before storing for it to "store" the effect.

Restoring Factory Presets

To restore any or all of the 128 user presets to their factory settings, place the PRESET switch in the MANUAL position with the unit OFF. Press and hold the RATE (RESTORE) button while turning on the power switch. The STORE/EXECUTE LED and the RATE/RESTORE LED will start flashing. Release the RATE (RESTORE) button.

T o restore all presets press the STORE (EXECUTE) button. The LED's will flash, indicating success, after restore is complete.

To restore a single preset, set the PRESET knob to the desired preset to restore (1-15). Press the STORE (EXECUTE) button. LED's will flash, indicating success. To restore a single preset to factory settings on presets 16128 you will need to use the Replitone MP's PC Interface on our website or dump to a MIDI Sysex file. You can then save all of your presets and then restore all presets on the RepliTone MP following the instructions above. Then using the PC interface you can download the presets you want to use back into your RepliTone MP - instructions how to do this can be found in the manual or on the website. www.rocktron.com

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8. MIDI Implementation continued...

Dump Functions

To dump all presets: place the PRESET switch in the MANUAL position with the unit OFF. Press and hold the DELAY TIME (DUMP) button while turning on the power switch. The STORE (EXECUTE), DELAY TIME (DUMP) LED and the RATE (RESTORE) LED's will start flashing. Release the DELAY TIME (DUMP) button.

To dump all the presets, press the STORE (EXECUTE) button. The LED's will flash to indicate success.

To dump a single preset, set the PRESET knob to the desired preset to dump (1-15). Press the DELAY TIME (DUMP) button. The LED's will flash, indicating success.

Cancelling Dump and Store/Restor e Functions Escape

You can change your mind and exit the Dump, Store or Restore Modes. To cancel and escape the Special Function Mode, turn the AMP select knob one step in either direction. The amp will now be in normal operating mode.

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Continuous Controller Assignments - Version 1.00

The Controller Assignments for some of the RepliT one MP's parameters such as volume, delay , reverb and effects can be adjusted for "real-time" control by continuous controller assignments or midi and/or expresssion pedal.

Here are the RepliT one assignments:

Controller Lower Upper

Function Change Number Value Value

Tap Delay 015 0 127 EFX Rate 016 0 127 Volume 017 0 127 Delay Mute 018 0 127 Reverb Mute 019 0 127 EFX Mute 020 0 127 Wah In/Out 021 0 127 EFX Adjust 1 022 0 127 EFX Adjust 2 023 0 127 Rotary On/Off 024 0 127

EFX1 and EFX2 will control any adjust parameters associated with the algorithm recalled. For example - Wah W ah = [On/Of f = cc#21 Value - 0 = off 127=on] W ah Frequency = CC#22 Value 0----127

Here is a breakdown of the controller numbers per effect for quick reference:

Effect Parameter On/Off Effect Adjust Delay Tap - 15 Rate Tap - 16 Volume - 17 Delay Mute 18 Reverb Mute 19 Chorus Depth 20 22 Chorus Level 20 23 Flanger Depth 20 22 Flanger Res (Resonance) 20 23 Delay Regen (Regeneration) 18 22 Delay Pan 18 23 Detune Pitch 20 22 Detune Level 20 23 Bypass - HUSH - 22 Compressor - 22 W ah (In/Out) 21 22 Rotary 20 24 Phaser (Depth) 20 22 Tremolo 1 (Depth) 20 22 Tremolo 2 (Depth) 20 22

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9. PC Interface - Download Presets

Edit presets with your computer, save, store or share presets with other users. The Replitone MP's pc interface allows you total flexibility with your new product. If you are like most players - sometimes you play electric heavy rock - sometimes the classics - sometimes weddings...the list goes on an on. Within a very short time you can set up all of your gigs and put the presets in the order you use them for each gig using the PC interface. You can then download the presets to fit the appropriate gigs.

1) Download the Rocktron RepliTone MP Preset Manager at www.rocktron.com.

2) Open the RepliTone MP Preset Manager on your PC. Try to move one of the slider bars to make sure the program is working correctly.

3) Set all controls (Gain, Level, Bass, Mid, Treble, Delay Level, Reverb Level, and Effect Adjust) on your RepliTone to OFF by turning the knobs full to the left. You will need a MIDI-to-Game-Port cable to make the necessary connections. This cable is available at most music stores selling pro-audio gear.

4) Connect the 15 pin side of the cable to your computer's game port connector jack.

5) Connect your PC Midi In connector to the RepliTone MP's Midi Out jack.

6) Connect your PC Midi Out connector to the RepliTone MP's Midi In connection.

7) Adjust the Gain Control on the RepliTone MP Preset Manager. Flashing LED's on the RepliTone MP confirm the connection from the PC is made.

8) Click on the REQUEST button. The RepliTone will upload the 128 existing presets to the RepliTone Preset Manager for editing.

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10. Effects

There are some great sounding, Rocktron Intellifex quality effects in the RepliTone MP. To pick the effect you want to hear , turn the EFFECT knob. You can control the character of the effect by tapping the RATE button and turning the EFFECT ADJUST knob.

Chorus Depth

Chorus Level

Flanger Depth

Flanger Res

Chorus simulates the sound of several guitars playing at once, making the overall sound "fatter". The chorus effect is produced by using two delayed signals (Voice 1 and V oice 2) and modulating the delay time for a slight pitch bend and greater perceived spaciousness. For Chorus Depth & Level the same chorus is active, the two positions on the EFFECT SELECT knob determine what the EFFECT ADJUST knob is adjusting. Adjusting with the EFFECT ADJUST knob changes the Depth (amount of modulation) on Chorus Depth and the Level (volume of Voice 1 and Voice 2) on Chorus Level.

The Flanger effect creates a "whooshy", "swirly" sound. Flanging is very similar to chorus, but the delay time is shorter, so that when summed back with the direct signal, phase cancellations and peaks will occur to create a comb filter. Modulating the delay time will cause the "teeth" of the comb filter to move up and down in frequency . Adjusting with the EFFECT ADJUST knob changes the Depth (amount of modulation) on Flanger Depth and the Resonance (more jet airplane effect) on Flanger Res.

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Rotary

Detune Pitch

Detune Level

Compressor

Bypass

The Rotary effect simulates a miked, rotating speaker horn (i.e. Leslie). Pressing the RATE button will change from a slow to a fast rotation rate or viceversa. The EFFECT ADJUST changes the slow rotation rate.

The EFFECT ADJUST knob adjusts the Pitch (in 2-cent increments from -30 to +30 cents) on Detune Pitch and the Level on Detune Level.

The Compressor effect allows you to compress the signal prior to the distortion stage. It compresses the sound so that the softer sounds are louder. Compression is used to maintain an even level when using clean tones, and also to increase sustain when using distorted tones or at lower volume levels.

Bypasses the effects -- turns them OFF -- except for Delay , Reverb, and HUSH, which are always available unless muted separately via MIDI commands.

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Effects, continued...

HUSH

Wah

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HUSH is Rocktron's patented single-ended noise reduction system. The HUSH system contained in the RepliT one MP is a fully digital implementation achieved through Digital Signal Processing (DSP). The HUSH circuit is located after the A/D converter in the signal chain to reduce any noise generated from the guitar and the A/D converter. This insures a quiet input signal to the preamp section. Because the preamp section is digital, it is virtually noise-free. Therefore, a quiet input signal to the preamp will result in a quiet output signal. The HUSH effect is always ON. When HUSH is selected on the EFFECT SELECT button, turning the EFFECT ADJUST knob allows you to adjust the HUSH Threshold. Note: HUSH works best w/Hi Gain settings. When playing using "clean" tones, the HUSH usually insn't necessary - turn it down for greater clean dynamics.

The W ah effect is an internal type of frequency filter (which varies the bass and treble content of a signal) that adds expressive vocal-like characteristics to the guitar. Use of this feature allows for an expression pedal to be used as a wahwah pedal instead of a conventional wah-wah pedal and long audio cables. T o use an expression pedal as a wah-wah pedal, connect it to a MIDI controller (such as a Rocktron MIDI Mate or MIDI I.T.)

Delay Regen

Delay Pan

Phaser

Tremolo 1 & 2

The Delay effect is a reproduction of the input signal, occurring at a prescribed time (usually expressed in milliseconds) following the input signal. The Regen and Pan positions allow you to use the EFFECT ADJUST knob to set the Regeneration (the number of times the signal repeats itself) on Delay Regen and the Pan (movement of the signal between the left and right channels) on Delay Pan.

Phase shifting involves splitting the input signal into two signals, then shifting the phase of different frequencies of one signal and mixing it back with the original signal. This also creates a comb filter like the flanger, but without as many "teeth". Adjusting the EFFECT ADJUST knob will change the depth parameter . Higher parameter settings result in the sweep of the filtering ef fect occurring over a wider frequency range.

Tremolo is the rapid wavering of the volume (not pitch, like vibrato) that makes your guitar sound as if you are playing it through a slowly moving electric fan. Tremolo 1 has a triangle wave modulation which is slightly more subtle than Tremolo 2 which has a square wave modulation for a more pronounced effect. The EFFECT ADJUST knob adjusts the depth parameter on both settings. Lower depth settings produce more subtle tremolo effects, while higher settings will result in a more extreme tremolo effect.

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Reverb

Delay Level

Delay Time

Phase Rate

Chorus Rate

The Reverb function is always available independent of the setting of the EFFECT SELECT knob. It simulates the natural acoustics of playing in a large hall or auditorium. This is also known as "ambience". Reverb is useful for creating a "surf guitar" sound or for adding sustain to clean guitars. Just a touch of reverb will embellish your sound without being discernable as an effect. The REVERB knob allows you to control the level of the reverb signal at the output in relation to the Direct Signal and other effects signals.

The DELA Y LEVEL knob determines the overall level of the delayed signal at the output relative to the direct signal and other effects signals.

T o set the time of delay - tap the "DELA Y TIME" button. The interval between the taps will set the time of the delay. This works great for setting the time of delay to correspond with the time of the music being played.

T o set the rate of the phaser - first select "Phaser" on the "EFFECTS SELECT" knob. Next tap the "RATE" button. The interval between taps will set the rate of the phase.

To set the rate of the chorus - first select either "Chrous Depth" or "Chorus Level" on the "EFFECTS SELECT" knob. Next tap the "RATE" button - the interval between taps will set the rate of chorus.

T remolo Rate

Flanger Rate

T o set the rate of tremolo - first select either "Tremolo 1" or "T remolo 2" on the "EFFECTS SELECT" knob. Next tap the "RATE" button - the interval between taps will set the rate of tremolo.

To set the rate of flanger - first select either "Flanger Depth" or "Flanger Res" on the "EFFECTS SELECT" knob. Next tap the "RATE" button - the interval between taps will set the rate of flange.

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Connections11.

Connecting the RepliTone MP to a Power Amp

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Connections, continued.....

Connecting the RepliTone MP to effects equipment

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Connections, continued.....

Connecting the RepliTone MP to MIDI equipment

5-pin DIN

7-pin DIN (provided phantom power) or 5-pin DIN

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Connecting the RepliTone MP to a PA System or Multi-track recording device.

The RepliTone MP sounds AWESOME when plugged straight into a PA system. Doing this can eliminate the need to carry your amplifier to the gig. Rocktron's built in speaker simiulation is world class and sounds so good - you might just sell your amp. In this set up you do not need a power amp - just the PA's power.

Additionally, you can pr oduce professional sounding recordings with the RepliTone MP - plug the MP directly into your home studio and you will hear why our amp simulations are world class and sound like the real thing!

StereoStereo Y cable required for this connection

(Not Included)

Stereo Spacing

To increase

stereo field -

turn pan knob

on channel 1 hard left and

turn pan knob

on channel 2

hard right

Speaker Simulator

already engaged

Multi-track Recorder, Home Studio or Mixer/PA System

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13. Specifications

Input Impedance

Maximum Input Level

Input Jack

Output Impedance

Maximum Output Level

Output Jacks

MIDI In

MIDI Thru/Out

Power Requirements

Effects Loop

470k

0dBu

1/4" Mono

<150 Ohms

+7dBu

1/4 Left and Right

7-pin Din - Pins 6&7 Carry Phantom Power to run Rocktron MIDI Mate and MIDI I.T. Footcontrollers.

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5-pin Din

9VAC / 3.4A

1/4" stereo jack (TRS) for send and return. Tip is left channel. Ring is right channel.

Dimensions

19" x 7" x 1 3/4"

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Check out some of our other products:

Rack Gear:

Gainiac (preamp w/12ax7 tube) Chameleon 2000 (preamp w/multi-effects)

Voodu Valve (preamp w/12ax7 tube and multi-effects)

Prophesy (our top of the line preamp with multi-effects)

Intellifex On Line (Multi-effects processor) HUSH Super C (guitar noise silencing system)

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Vendetta VP4 Preamp (All Tube 4-Channel Guitar preamp - 2 Rack Space)

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Stomp Boxes:

Rampage Distortion, Tsunami Chorus, Austin Gold Overdrive,

Vertigo Vibe Rotating Vibe Pedal, HUSH The Pedal

Electric Guitar - Acoustic Guitar and Bass Amplifiers:

Vendetta Head(100 W Head 4-Channels All Tube - MIDI Switchable)

Vendetta Combo (100W 2x12 Combo - Celestion 90s all Tube -4-Channel - MIDI Switchable)

R80DSP (80W 1x12 Amp w/Digital Effects) RT80 (80W 1x12 Amp w/Reverb & Built-in Tuner)

R120DSP (120W 2x10 Amp w/Digital Effects)

R120C (120W 2x12 Amp w/Stereo Chorus and Reverb)

RT122C (120W 2x12 Amp w/Stereo Chorus, Reverb & Chromatic Tuner)

R50DSP (50 Watt 2x8"Guitar Amp w/Digital Effects)

R50C (50 Watt 2x8"Guitar Amp w/Reverb & Chorus) R20 (20 Watt 1x8"Amp w/Reverb) R10 (10 Watt 1x6.5") ACOUSTIC (60 Watt Acoustic Amp with Chorus & Reverb)

RA50DSP (50W Acoustic Amp w/Digital Effects - Wedge Shape) RA30DSP (30W Acoustic Amp w/Digital Effects - Wedge Shape)

RB20 (Bass Amp 20W with 8" Speaker) RB30 (Basss Amp 30W with 10" Speaker)

RB60 (Bass Amp 60W with 12" Speaker) RB100 (Basss Amp 100W with 15" Speaker)

Foot Controllers:

MIDI Mate (Midi Foot Controller) MIDI I.T. (MIDI Footcontroller)

All Access (Midi Foot Controller RMM900(7-pin Din MIDI Cable)

RFS1 and RFS2 (Single and Double Latching Footswitchs for Rampage Amps)

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