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. Retain this manual for future reference. 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. [. . . ] 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). Higher values result in a more pronounced effect. PARAMETER 4 : AIR + Increases or decreases This parameter imitates the setting by 1. ­ the way a guitar sounds VALUE +/- keys when picked up by a + Skips to 10 if current setting is 1 - 9. ­ The parameter lets you create an airy, expansive sound even during line recording. 1 10 Adjusts the simulated mike position. Higher values move the simulated microphone further away from the guitar. PARAMETER 5 : MODULATION This parameter lends a wide, spacious feeling to the sound. Increases or decreases the setting by 1. Skips to c1 if current setting is C1 - C9, to t1 if c1 - c9, etc. + ­ The parameter creates a wide sound stage by adding a chorus effect. Some settings result in a 12-string guitar sound. VALUE +/- keys + ­ C1 C9 c1 c9 Deep and rich chorus effect. Higher values result in a stronger effect. Light chorus effect with emphasis on the original sound. Higher values result in a stronger effect. t1 1 t9 9 Simulates the sound of a 12-string guitar. [. . . ] When the desired patch has been selected, press the STORE key. The flashing rate increases and the contents of the selected patch are recalled. Recalling of individual patches can be carried out continuously. When you wish to terminate the process, press the EDIT key. [. . . ]