User manual ZOOM UF-01

[. . . ] Use it to achieve fierce feedback or even to emulate the sound of the legendary theremin. N Mechanical switch for true bypass On/off switching is performed using a mechanical foot switch which operates smoothly and gives tactile feedback. In the bypass position, the guitar signal is passed through without any alteration. N Sturdy metal chassis The rock-solid case made of aluminum not only looks good, it also can withstand the rigors of use on stage or rough handling during transport. Stability is excellent, ensuring that the unit will not topple over while in use. ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 3 Parts and Functions This section explains the various parts of the UF-01. 3 4 2 1 5 6 10 11 4 ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 1 GAIN control This control adjusts the fuzz gain. Turning the control clockwise increases the distortion intensity. 6 LEVEL control This control adjusts the output signal level. [. . . ] Then plug the cable from the OUT jack of the UF-01 to the IN jack of the amplifier. UF-01 7 Sample Settings This section shows some actual setting examples. I Boomy vintage fuzz MIN MAX MIN Meet the king of fuzz sounds. By turning the TONE control further to the left, you can get a mighty, earth-shaking tone. This is great for lead solos and low-end riffs. MAX I Tight vintage fuzz MIN MIN This sixties style tight sounding fuzz stays well defined also when playing chords, which is suitable for chord backing as well. When the volume at the guitar is turned down, you get clean sound without distortion. I Fuzz sound with a strong edge MIN MIN MAX The settings shown at left cut the bass and emphasize the treble range, which is great for playing lead solos and riffs. Adjust the TONE and COLOR controls according to the characteristics of the instrument, to fine tune the effect. MAX 8 ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 I Using the GATE control To cut noise during play pauses, proceed as follows. Without playing your instrument, turn the GATE control fully to the left and then slowly raise it to the point where noise stops. By turning the control further to the right, you can obtain a special low-fi sound with crackling at the noise threshold. 3 2 I Using the RESO control 1 Turn the GAIN control close to the maximum position. With lower settings, oscillation may not occur. 2 Turning the RESO control to the right emphasizes a certain 1 NOTE · When using a guitar with an active pickup, turning up the RESO control may not give the desired result. · When another effect device is connected between the guitar and the UF-01, turning up the RESO control may not give the desired result, depending on the effect type and on/off condition. For details, see the section "Turning up RESO control has no effect/Oscillation does not stop" on page 13. frequency and lends a distinct character to the sound. When the control is turned up beyond a certain point, oscillation starts. This point depends on various factors, including the volume and tone control positions at the guitar. You can use the RESO control to produce smashing psychedelic sound. 3 To stop oscillation in play pauses, turn the GATE control to the right. You can also turn down the volume control on the guitar. * When experimenting, you should set the gain and drive controls on the amplifier so that it does not distort excessively. * Use the LEVEL control on the UF-01 to compensate for the level difference between the "effect on" and bypass condition. ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 9 Connection Examples With Compact Effects This section shows setting examples for using the UF-01 together with other compact effect devices. I Combination with pedal wah GAIN 7 GATE 0 COLOR 5 RESO 0 TONE 4 This is a combination in the style of the golden sixties. Basically, the pedal wah can be inserted either before or after the UF-01. Inserting it before the UF-01 produces more wild distortion. I Combination with flanger GAIN 10 GATE 0 COLOR 10 RESO 0 TONE 4 DEPTH RATE FEEDBACK 5 2 5 FLANGER In this example, a flanger is connected after the UF-01. By setting the flanger rate (speed) to a fairly low setting and the depth (resonance) to a higher setting, you can create a strong jet sound. 10 ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 Connection Examples With Multi-Effects This section shows how to use the UF-01 together with multi-effect devices such as the ZOOM GFX-4 or GFX-8. I Connecting UF-01 before multi-effect device In this example, the connection sequence is UF-01 ¡ multi-effect ¡ amplifier. Distortion is produced by the UF-01, and distortion effects of the multi-effect device are bypassed. I Using send/return loop of multi-effect SEND RETURN When using the UF-01 with a multieffect device that has a send/return loop such as the ZOOM GFX-8, connect the UF-01 to the send/return jacks. This will allow you to switch the UF-01 on and off using patch programs of the multi-effect. NOTE When the UF-01 is connected in the send/return loop of a multi-effect, turning up the RESO control may not give the desired result. (For details, see page 13. ) ZOOM Ultra Fuzz UF-01 11 Troubleshooting If there seems to be a problem with the unit, check the following points first. NNo sound. G Are connections to the IN and OUT jacks reversed? Check the connections. G noise and hum picked up by the pickup is reinforced. [. . . ] Never open the case of the UF-01 or attempt to modify the product in Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the UF-01. Handling Caution About power Warning · Since power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter whenever possible. When powering the unit from a battery, use only an alkaline type. AC adapter operation · Be sure to use only an AC adapter which supplies 9 V DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus" plug (Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter other than the specified type may damage the unit and pose a safety hazard. · Connect the AC adapter only to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. [. . . ]