Zoom G1 Four, G1X Four User Manual

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Multi-Effects Processor

Operation Manual

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Introduction

This Multi-Effects Processor starts with numerous effects that can be combined for use together. Effect combinations and parameter settings can be saved as patches to be used whenever you like. By simply switching between preset patches, you can achieve dramatic changes in sound.

This processor includes a wide variety of effects, including distortion, chorus and reverb effects. Understanding the features of each effect is important for designing your own sounds. By turning off the effects in a preset one at time, you should be able to learn their individual roles. If understanding how a sound is being changed is difficult, try turning off all but one of the effects and adjusting its parameters as you play.The order of the effects also impacts the sound. Experimenting with the effect order could bring you closer to your desired sound.

This Multi-Effects Processor allows you to easily enjoy a variety of sounds.

We hope you will enjoy using it for many years.

Main features of the

Realistic amp and effect sounds

The rich collection of effects from the latest G Series content includes boutique pedals and realistic amp and cabinet models that faithfully emulate the originals.

Using the free Guitar Lab effect management application on a computer (Mac/Windows), you can add effects that are distributed online as well as edit and back up patches, for example.

Craft sounds intuitively with easy operations

With 5 buttons and 4 knobs, you can create sounds intuitively like working with a compact effect or stompbox.

Rhythm patterns and looper

The looper can record up to 30 seconds and be synchronized with rhythm patterns.

Equalization (EQ) can be quickly adjusted to suit performance conditions

In MEMORY and STOMP modes, 3 EQ (Lo/Mid/Hi) knobs and a volume (Vol) knob can be used to adjust the output. These enable you to make quick adjustments whether at home, in a rehearsal studio, on stage or elsewhere.

Long operation on batteries

Continuous operation for about 18 hours is possible using 4 AA batteries (when the LCD backlight is off).

Terms used in this manual

Patch

A “patch” stores effect ON/OFF states and parameter setting values. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patches. Five effects can be added to one patch, and the can store up to 50 patches.

Bank

One group of 10 patches is a “bank”. Patches can be quickly recalled by switching banks. The has 5 banks.

Effect type

The available effect types include various guitar effects and amp/cabinet simulation models. Effects can be selected from these types to be added to patches.

MEMORY mode

This mode allows you to select patches with the footswitches.

STOMP mode

Use this mode to turn effects in a patch ON/OFF with the footswitches.

EDIT mode

In this mode, edit the types and parameters and effects used in a patch.

PRESELECT

This function allows you to switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch.

BANK HOLD

This function allows patch switching to be limited to the current bank.

AUTO SAVE

This function automatically saves changes to patch and effect settings.

ECO mode

This function will automatically turn the power off 10 hours after the last operation.

Using the expression pedal (

Introduction 2

Terms used in this manual 3

Contents 4

structure 5

Names of parts 7

Loading batteries 9

Connecting 10

Adjusting the overall audio character and output level 11

Using patches (MEMORY mode) 12 Switching to MEMORY mode. 12 Selecting patches and banks 13 Changing individual patch settings 14

Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode) 16 Activating STOMP mode 16 Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches 17

Editing effects (EDIT mode) 18 Activating EDIT mode 18 Selecting effects 19 Turning effects ON/OFF 19 Changing effect types 20 Adjusting effect parameters 21 Changing the effect order 22

Managing patches 23 Saving patches 23 Swapping patches 25 Adjusting the master tempo 27 Setting the AUTO SAVE function 28 Setting the PRESELECT function 31 Setting the BANK HOLD function 34

Making power and display settings 35 Setting the type of batteries used 35 Setting the ECO mode 36 Setting the backlight time 37 Adjusting the display contrast 38

Using the tuner 39 Activating the tuner 39 Tuning a guitar 39 Changing tuner settings 41

Using rhythms 43 Activating the rhythm function 43 Setting the rhythm 44 Starting/stopping rhythm playback 45 Rhythm patterns 46

Using the looper 47 Activating the looper 47 Setting the looper 48 Recording and playing loops 50 Overdubbing loops 51 Clearing the loop 52

only) 53 Setting pedal effects 53 Adjusting the pedal 54

Managing the firmware 56 Checking the firmware versions 56 Updating the firmware 57 Restoring factory default settings 58

Troubleshooting 59

Specifications 60

structure

Signal flow

Patch
					Patch
1	2	3	4	5	level	Looper
INPUT					Output	Looper	Output
INPUT		Effect			Output		Output
		Effect			EQ		volume
							OUTPUT
			Tuner			Rhythm

AUX IN

The input guitar sound passes through effects 1 – 5 in order. “Using patches (MEMORY mode)” on page 12)

The patch level is adjusted.

“Using patches (MEMORY mode)” on page 12)

The overall sound is adjusted.This setting is retained even when the patch is changed. “Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)

Recorded phrases can be played back in a loop. “Using the looper” on page 47)

Drum sounds can be played back using built-in rhythm patterns. “Using rhythms” on page 43)

The overall level is adjusted.

“Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)

This function enables tuning the connected guitar. “Using the tuner” on page 39)

Memory overview (patches/banks)

The can save up to 50 patches.

Patches are managed in banks of 10.

Bank 1	Bank 2	Bank 3	Bank 4	Bank 5

Patch 10	Patch 20	Patch 30	Patch 40	Patch 50
Patch 11	Patch 21	Patch 31	Patch 41	Patch 51
Patch 12	Patch 22	Patch 32	Patch 42	Patch 52
Patch 12	Patch 22	Patch 32	Patch 42	Patch 52
Patch 13	Patch 23	Patch 33	Patch 43	Patch 53
Patch 14	Patch 24	Patch 34	Patch 44	Patch 54
Patch 15	Patch 25	Patch 35	Patch 45	Patch 55
Patch 16	Patch 26	Patch 36	Patch 46	Patch 56
Patch 16	Patch 26	Patch 36	Patch 46	Patch 56
Patch 17	Patch 27	Patch 37	Patch 47	Patch 57
Patch 18	Patch 28	Patch 38	Patch 48	Patch 58
Patch 19	Patch 29	Patch 39	Patch 49	Patch 59

Operation modes

The has three operation modes that can be used as needed while performing.

• MEMORY mode

Use to select patches for performance.

( “Using patches (MEMORY mode)” on page 12)

• STOMP mode

Use this to turn effects in a patch ON/OFF with the footswitches.

( “Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode)” on page 16)

• EDIT mode

Use this to change the effects used in a patch and to edit effect parameters. ( “Editing effects (EDIT mode)” on page 18)

MEMORY mode






STOMP mode									EDIT mode

Names of parts

Front Panel

Display

This shows information, including the names of the selected patch and its effects and their parameter values.

Mode switch

Press this to cycle through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes.

Parameter knobs

Use these to adjust effect parameters and to make various settings.

RHYTHM button

Press to activate the rhythm.

Effect/bank buttons

In MEMORY mode, these change banks.

In STOMP mode, these turn effects ON/OFF.

In EDIT mode, these select effects and turn them ON/OFF.

/ buttons

Use these to switch effects in EDIT mode.These have the same functions as the / footswitches.

/ footswitches

In MEMORY mode, use these to switch patches. In STOMP mode, use these to select effects and turn them ON/OFF, for example.

SETTING button

This opens the SETTING screen.

LOOPER button

Press to activate the looper.

Expression pedal ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is selected, this adjusts the amount of that effect. ( “Setting pedal effects” on page 53)

Rear Panel

Pedal switch ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is in use, this turns that effect ON/OFF.

Input jack

Connect a guitar here.

AUX IN jack

Connect an audio device or other external sound source here.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

AC adapter connector

Connect the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) here.

USB port

Connect a computer other external device here. By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer.

You can also connect a mobile battery, for example, to provide power.

OUTPUT jack

Connect a guitar amp or headphones here.

Loading batteries

Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the product and insert 4 AA batteries.

Close the battery compartment cover.

NOTE

Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. ( “Setting the type of batteries used” on page 35)

HINT

•If a dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) is connected, it can run on AC power.

•Power for operation can also be supplied through the USB port.

ECO mode overview

•By default, ECO mode setting is ON, so the power will automatically turn off if no use occurs for 10 hours.

•ECO mode can also be set to “OFF” on the SETTING screen. ( “Setting the ECO mode” on page 36)

Connecting

1, 7 46

5 23

1. Minimize the volume of the guitar amp.

2. To use AC power supply, connect to the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) to the AC adapter jack and an outlet.

This turns the power ON.

3. To use a computer, connect a USB cable (not included) to the USB port and the computer.

When using USB bus power to operate the , connecting this cable will turn it ON.

Guitar Lab

By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer. Download Guitar Lab from the ZOOM website (https://www.zoom.co.jp).

4. Connect a guitar to the INPUT jack.

When using battery power to operate the , connecting to this will turn it ON.

5. To use external input, connect a portable audio player or other device to the AUX IN jack.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

6. Connect a guitar amp or headphones to the OUTPUT jack.

7. Raise the guitar amp volume.

Adjusting the overall audio character and output level

1.	In MEMORY or STOMP mode, turn	–	.

Function	Operation
Adjust the level of low frequencies	Turn
	Turn
Adjust the level of middle frequencies	Turn
	Turn
Adjust the level of high frequencies	Turn
	Turn
Adjust the overall level	Turn
	Turn

HINT

These adjustments are retained even when the patch is changed.

Using patches (MEMORY mode)

Themanages effects in patches. A patch can have up to five effects and save their ON/ OFF states and parameter settings.

	Patch
IN	1	2	3	4	5	OUT

Effect

Up to 50 patches can be created. Groups of 10 patches are organized into banks, so effects can be quickly recalled by switching banks.

Select patches to use in MEMORY mode.

Switching to MEMORY mode.

HINT

MEMORY mode is shown when the starts up.

1. When using STOMP or EDIT mode, press .

Pressing repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

Selecting patches and banks

Switching patches

1. Press or . This changes the patch.

Function	Operation
Switch to lower-numbered patch	Press
	Press
Switch to higher-numbered patch	Press
	Press

HINT

•By continuing to press or , you can continuously switch patches.

•By using the PRESELECT function, you can switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the

tone of the currently selected patch. ( “Setting the PRESELECT function” on page 31)

•When using the BANK HOLD function, switching is limited to patches in the same bank. ( “Setting the BANK HOLD function” on page 34)

Switching banks

1. Press – .

This changes the bank.The LED for the selected bank lights.

Function	Operation

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19	Press
	Press

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29	Press
	Press

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39	Press
	Press

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49	Press
	Press

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59	Press
	Press

Changing individual patch settings

1. Select the patch with settings you want to change.

2. Press .

This opens the SETTING screen.

3. Press .

This opens the patch setting screen.

The patch level and name can be changed. ( “Changing patch levels” on page 14, “Changing patch names” on page 15)

Changing patch levels

1. Turn .

This changes the patch level.

HINT

•Press to end patch setting and return to the original screen.

•In addition to settings for individual patches, the overall volume and EQ of the can also be changed. ( “Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)