Zoom G2.1u Operation Manual

Zoom G2.1u Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual © ZOOM Corporation Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus" plug Do not use the G2.1u at a loud volume for a long time Caution (Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter other than the since this can cause hearing impairment. ZNR ....................28 specified type may damage the unit and pose a safety...
  • Page 3: Features

    Features Terms Used in This Manual Thank you for selecting the ZOOM G2.1u (hereafter simply called the "G2.1u"). The G2.1u is a multi This section explains some important terms that are used throughout the G2.1u documentation. effect processor with the following features and functions.
  • Page 4: Top & Rear Panel Overview

    Rear Panel [DC IN] jack for exchanging audio data. When you plug a cable An AC adapter (ZOOM from this connector into the USB port of the AD-0006) with a rated computer, you can use the G2.1u. as an audio output of 9 volts DC, 300 interface for the computer.
  • Page 5: Selecting A Patch

    Repeatedly pressing one foot switch cycles through patches in the order A0 – A9 ... d0 – d9 pressing the BANK [+] key calls up the next higher bank. → 00 – 09 ... 30 – 39 → A0, or the reverse order. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 6: Using The Tuner

    Tune other strings in the The left side of the display shows the Indication turns faster the more same way. note which is closest to the current pitch. the pitch is off ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 7: Using The Rhythm Function

    When the above steps are carried out, the current rhythm pattern number (01 – 40) is Stop the rhythm briefly shown on the display. To stop the rhythm, press the RHYTHM [R/P] key. The G2.1u returns to the previous condition. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 8: Editing A Patch

    If you press the BANK [-]/[+] keys for a module that is set to OFF, the module NOTE between ON and OFF, press one will be turned ON. For modules that have only one effect type, pressing the BANK [-]/[+] keys of the [W]/[Q] foot switches. has no effect. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 9: Storing/Copying Patches

    BANK [-]/[+] keys. To specify the store/copy target patch number, use the [W]/[Q] foot switches. NOTE Only a bank of the user area (A – d) can be selected as store/copy target bank. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 10: Using The Built-In Expression Pedal

    • If the module to which the expression pedal was assigned is set to OFF in the be lost. patch, the LED flashes. In this case, operating the expression pedal has no effect. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 11: Use Of Expression Pedal/Foot Switch

    3. When foot is lifted, pedal returns slightly. Plug the cable from the FS01 into the ● WU, Wd, WH, WL [CONTROL IN] jack, and then turn the WAH/EFX module G2.1u on. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 12: Using The G2.1U As Audio Interface For A Computer

    The foot switch controls start/stop of the [USB] interface with integrated AD/DA converter and rhythm function. This has the same effect as [OUTPUT] Record Original sound Delay sound Hold G2.1u application [INPUT] Effects [OUTPUT] [USB] Foot switch pressed Pressed again Playback ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 13: Restoring Factory Defaults

    The mode. To cancel All Initialize, press the names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. RHYTHM [ ] key instead of the [STORE] key.
  • Page 14: Effect Types And Parameters

    Set the foot switch function to "dH" (delay hold) (→ p. 22) for the respective patch. When this patch "AF" (after EQ/EXTRA EQ module). is then selected in play mode, the hold function can be switched on and off by pressing the foot switch. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 15: Znr

    * Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this table are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) module owners. The names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. This module serves for reducing noise during playing pauses. It offers a choice between noise reduction (reduction of noise components) and noise gate (muting during pauses).
  • Page 16: Extra Eq/Cabi&Mic

    (1 – 99). For 1 second and Adjusts the level of the effect sound. above, the adjustment is made in Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the modulation rate. sound mixed to the original 100-ms steps (1.0 – 2.0). sound. ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 17: Delay

    10-ms taps. The selection ranges from original sound and effect steps (1 – 99). For 1 second and rhythmical to random patterns. sound. above, the adjustment is made in 100-ms steps (1.0 – 3.0). ZOOM G2.1u ZOOM G2.1u...
  • Page 18: Control

    ● High level of noise "LOW" Is ZOOM AC adapter being used? Be sure to use only adapter for 9 V DC, 300 mA with center Value set in patch When the pedal is fully raised, the parameter is at minus plug (ZOOM AD-0006).
  • Page 19: G2.1U Preset Pattern

    METAL_1 LATIN METAL_2 BALLAD_1 THRASH BALLAD_2 PUNK BLUES_1 BLUES_2 FUNK_1 JAZZ_1 FUNK_2 JAZZ_2 HIPHOP METRO_3 R'nR METRO_4 POP_1 METRO_5 POP_2 METRO ZOOM CORPORATION ITOHPIA Iwamotocho 2chome Bldg. 2F, 2-11-2, Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0032, Japan Web Site: http://www.zoom.co.jp G2.1u - 5000-1...
  • Page 20 H EAD LO N G This sound is ZOOM’S original that became a favorite of the guitarist Brian May. The patch has a very strong character inspire you to come up with various phrases one after another. You could apply this but you can hear how it is effectively used in his actual recordings.
  • Page 21 When higher gain is required, this amplifier is often combined with graphic EQ, and three (Rhythm1, Rhythm2 and Lead) separate channels. With this Zoom G unique sound in the higher registers of the original Fender amp.
  • Page 22 USB/Cubase LE Startup Guide USB/Cubase LE Startup Guide This USB/Cubase LE Startup Guide explains how to install Cubase LE on a computer, how to make the G2.1u connection and settings, and how to record your guitar play. Cubase LE Installation Connections and Preparations Recording with Cubase LE Cubase LE Installation...
  • Page 23 Continued from front Cubase LE Installation Connections and Preparations Recording with Cubase LE Windows XP MacOS X To start recording, click the Record button in the Access the "File" menu and select "New Project". Make the following settings for the new audio track. transport panel.
  • Page 24 To start Cubase LE 4, double-click the Cubase LE 4 shortcut icon that System". was created on the desktop. After startup, select "ZOOM ASIO To start Cubase LE 4, double-click on the Cubase LE 4 icon that was Driver" as the ASIO driver in the right section of the Device Setup window.
  • Page 25 MacOS X Cubase LE 4 installation Connections and preparation Use Cubase LE 4 to record Windows Vista / XP Continued from front From the "Devices" menu of Cubase LE 4, select "VST HINT Check the recorded content. Connections" and select the device containing the When the monitoring button is enabled, the level meter next to the string "Zm In (Out)"...

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