User manual ZOOM 504

[. . . ] Operation Manual Thank you for selecting the ZOOM 504 (hereafter simply called the "504"). Please take the time to read this manual carefully so you can get the most out of your 504 and ensure optimum performance and reliability. ZOOM CORPORATION NOAH Bldg. , 2-10-2, Miyanishi-cho, Fuchu-shi, Tokyo 183-0022, Japan PHONE: 0423-69-7116 FAX: 0423-69-7115 Printed in Japan 504-5000 1 Major Features · New type of compact multi-effect device designed for creating great acoustic guitar sound. · Suitable for use with an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar. [. . . ] · MODULATION: Lends a soft expansive feeling to the sound, using a chorus effect. Depending on the parameter setting, an octave-higher component can be added, to emulate the sound of a 12-string guitar. (1) While still in Play mode, select (2) Press the EDIT key to Each push of the EDIT key moves the blinking parameter cursor indicator one step down. The TUNER indicator serves as parameter cursor for the LEVEL parameter. When the EDIT key is pressed while the lowest indicator (F. B. SUPPRESSOR) is flashing, the TUNER indicator starts flashing and the LEVEL parameter can be adjusted. To terminate the Edit mode and return to the Play mode, press the EDIT key while the LEVEL parameter is selected (TUNER indicator is flashing). For information on how to store changed parameters, please refer to section "13. When the PATCH DOWN pedal is pressed 7 10 A1 instead of the EDIT key, the TYPE parameter is selected again and the unit does (1) Use the EDIT key or patch (2) Use the VALUE +/- keys (3) While the TUNER indicator pedal to select the parameter to adjust the parameter. (Parameter 9:LEVEL) is flashing, press not return to the Play you wish to change. mode. 12 Effect Parameters PARAMETER 1 : TYPE When using an acoustic guitar, this parameter serves for making preamplifier settings. When using an electric guitar, the parameter serves for making acoustic guitar simulator settings. Pressing one of the VALUE +/- keys increases or decreases the setting by one step. + ­ PRE AMP for ACOUSTIC Guitar When using an acoustic guitar, select one of the settings na, Md, ry, br. These settings control the dedicated acoustic guitar preamplifier, each giving a different sound character. Choose the setting that is best matched to your playing style. SIMULATOR for ELECTRIC Guitar When using an electric guitar, select one of the settings nr, Jb, PE, Gt. These settings control the acoustic guitar simulator which makes an electric guitar sound like an acoustic guitar. Each setting gives a different sound character. na (natural): Md (mild): ry (rhythm): br (bright): nr (normal): Jb (jumbo): PE (piezo): Gt (gut): n6 Natural sound suitable for almost any genre and playing style. M Changes even the sound of piezo pickups to a warm sound. rY br nr Simulates the sound of a traditional acoustic guitar. Jb Simulates the sound of a large-bodied acoustic guitar. Simulates the sound of an acoustic guitar with a piezo pickup. t Simulates the sound of a classical guitar with nylon strings. VALUE +/- keys Tight sound best Bright sound best suited for stroke suited for playing. fingering. PARAMETER 2 : LIMITER / EDGE Depending on the setting of the TYPE parameter, this parameter either controls the dynamic range or the sharpness of the sound. Increases or decreases the setting by 1. Skips to 10 if current setting is 1 - 9, and to 15 if 10 - 14. + ­ When one of the settings na, Md, ry, br (for acoustic guitar) is selected for the TYPE parameter, the LIMITER/EDGE parameter works as a limiter that compresses the dynamic range. When one of the settings nr, Jb, PE, Gt (for electric guitar) is selected for the TYPE parameter, the LIMITER/EDGE parameter works as an EDGE effect that enhances the sharpness of the guitar string sound. VALUE +/- keys + ­ 1 15 Controls the limiter intensity. Larger values result in stronger limiter effect (more narrow dynamic range). 1 15 Controls the EDGE effect. Larger values result in more pronounced string sound. * The limiter can be adjusted also when the TYPE parameter is off. PARAMETER 3 : BODY & TOP This parameter adjusts the lower frequency range (BODY) or upper frequency range (TOP). Increases or decreases the setting by 1. Skips to t1 if current setting is b1 - b9, and to E1 if t1 - t9. + ­ Increasing the BODY value results in a more voluminous sound, and increasing the TOP value makes the sound brighter and more distinct. * The effect of the BODY & TOP parameter differs, depending on whether a setting for acoustic guitar (na, Md, ry, br) or electric guitar (nr, Jb, PE, Gt) is selected for the TYPE parameter. VALUE +/- keys + ­ b1 b9 Adjusts the lower frequency range (BODY). Higher values result in more voluminous sound. t1 t9 Adjusts the upper frequency range (TOP). Higher values result in brighter sound. 1 9 Simultaneously adjusts the lower frequency range (BODY) and upper frequency range (TOP). [. . . ] The Recall mode can only be activated by turning the unit on in a special way, as described below. Turn the unit off by disconnecting the AC adapter or the guitar input cable. To perform "all initialize", press the STORE key once more in this condition. The flashing rate increases and the initialization procedure is carried out. [. . . ]