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- Page 1 Operation Manual © ZOOM Corporation Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions Usage Precautions
• 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 Usage Precautions hazard. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 4: Features
Features Thank you for selecting the ZOOM A2.1u (simply called the "A2.1u" in this manual). The A2.1u is a sophisticated effect processor for acoustic guitar with the following features. ● Latest technology for top performance Excellent sound quality is assured by signal processing circuitry featuring 96 kHz/24 bit sampling and internal 32-bit processing. -
Page 5: Terms Used In This Manual
A2.1u holds 80 patches (40 of Each of these is referred to as an effect module. these can be rewritten by the user). Among others, there is a module for ZNR (ZOOM ● Noise Reduction), as well as a modeling (sound... -
Page 6: Controls And Functions / Connections
PA equipment, recording devices, or similar. Mixer [PRE/POST] switch Selects the point [GROUND] switch where the signal supplied at the Determines whether the [BALANCED OUT] [BALANCED OUT] Headphones connector is branched connector is grounded off. or not. PA system ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 7 A2.1u can be increased by selecting the HI-GAIN mode (→ p. 28). [DC 9V] jack An AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006) with a rated output of 9 volts DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) can be plugged into this jack.
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Page 8: Selecting A Patch
Repeatedly pressing one foot switch cycles through patches in the order A0 – A9 ... d0 – d9 → 00 – 09 ... 30 – 39 → A0, or the reverse order. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 9 To select the banks A – d, 0 – 3 directly, use the BANK [-]/[+] keys. Pressing the BANK [-] key calls up the next lower bank, and pressing the BANK [+] key calls up the next higher bank. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 10: Using The Tuner
Play the string to tune Play the open string to tune, and adjust the pitch. The left side of the display shows the note which is closest to the current pitch. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 11 The right side of the display shows a Pitch is high Pitch is correct Pitch is low symbol that indicates by how much the tuning is off. Tune other strings in the Indication turns faster the more same way. the pitch is off. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 12: Using The Rhythm Function
To select the next higher or next lower rhythm pattern, press one of the BANK [-]/[+] keys. When the above steps are carried out, the current rhythm pattern number (01 – 40) is briefly shown on the display. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 13 Stop the rhythm 2 0 4 0 To stop the rhythm, press the RHYTHM Dot is shown Dots are shown [R/P] key. Tempo = 120 BPM Tempo =240 BPM The A2.1u returns to the previous condition. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 14: Editing A Patch
[W]/[Q] foot switches. modules that serve for making settings that affect the entire unit, such as When the module is off, the indication "oF" selection of pedal operation. These modules cannot be switched on/off. appears on the display. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 15 BANK [-]/[+] keys. • If you press the BANK [-]/[+] keys for a module that has only one effect type, nothing happens. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 16: Storing/Copying Patches
Select the store/copy target bank To select the store/copy target bank, use the BANK [-]/[+] keys. NOTE Only a bank of the user area (A – d) can be selected as store/copy target bank. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 17 When the store/copy process is completed, the unit returns to the previous mode, with the target patch being selected. Specify the store/copy target patch number To specify the store/copy target patch number, use the [W]/[Q] foot switches. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 18: Using The Built-In Expression Pedal
COMP/LIMIT, TONE, MOD/EFX, or DELAY/REVERB is selected and the expression pedal is operated. For details, see page 37. • If the parameter or module assigned to the expression pedal is currently off, the LED flashes. In this case, operating the pedal has no effect. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 19 Store the patch as necessary The expression pedal setting can be stored for each patch individually. NOTE If you select another patch in play mode without storing the patch, any changes that you have made to the settings will be lost. ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 20: Using The Feedback Control
"30". ● Feedback frequency is detected automatically, and the respective range is attenuated. ● 1 – 30 This allows you to manually set the feedback frequency. Higher setting values correspond to higher frequency. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 21: Automatic Detection Of Feedback Frequency
■ In play mode Use an external foot switch (FS01) connected to the [CONTROL IN] jack. Set the function to be controlled by the foot switch to "Fb" (feedback control on/off) (→ p. 25). Press the ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 22: Using The Built-In Expression Pedal To Operate The Feedback Control Function
When the built-in expression pedal is pushed fully down while the FEEDBACK FREQ parameter setting is "oF", the feedback control function will be turned on. The feedback frequency setting in ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 23: Using Manual Mode
The [MANUAL] key goes out and the A2.1u returns to play mode. HINT • The other controls of the unit operate in the same way as in play mode. • In manual mode, you can also activate edit mode by turning the Module selector. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 24: Other Functions
COMP/LIMIT module is fully pushed down, or if it changes excessively ● tU, td, tH, tL even if the pedal is only lightly pushed, adjust the TONE parameter (MODEL module) pedal as follows. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 25: Using An External Expression Pedal (Fp01/Fp02)
3. • If "Er" appears on the display, repeat the procedure from step 2. The A2.1u goes into edit mode. You can now make settings for the expression pedal or foot switch. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 26: Using The A2.1U As Audio Interface For A Computer
•Mac OS X (10.2 and later) The foot switch toggles between play mode and ■ manual mode. This has the same effect as Quantization pressing the [MANUAL] key. 16-bit Original sound Delay sound Hold Foot switch is Foot switch is pressed pressed again ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 27: Use As A Direct Box
A2.1u (see illustration below). [OUTPUT/PHONES] jack Acoustic Guitar For details on recording and playback, refer to Guitar amp the documentation of the DAW application. A2.1u application [USB] [INPUT] Effects [OUTPUT/PHONES] Record A2.1u application [INPUT] Effects [OUTPUT/PHONES] [USB] Playback ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 28: Starting The A2.1U In Hi-Gain Mode
A2.1u may have to be increased by starting it in HI-GAIN mode, as explained below. ■ To start the A2.1u in HI-GAIN mode Turn power on while holding down the [W] ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 29: Linking Effects
AUTO WAH characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation ECHO TUBE PRE AMP TREMOLO with ZOOM CORPORATION. PINGPONG DELAY STEP For some effect modules, you can select an effect pickup and guitar amp. It contains the following type from several possible choices. For example, settings. -
Page 30: Effect Types And Parameters
Set the foot switch function to "dH" (delay hold) (→ p. 25) for the respective patch. When this patch is then selected in play mode or manual mode, the hold function can be switched on and off by pressing the foot switch. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 31: Model
Adjusts the signal level after passing the Adjusts the sound quality. Adjusts the simulation intensity. module. TUBE PRE AMP ZOOM original tube preamplifier sound that allows adjusting the balance from an all solid-state path to a tube-based preamp. TUBE BLEND TONE LEVEL 0 –... -
Page 32: Mic
Selects the type of filter. "1" gives a peaking type filter with narrow Q, "2" gives a peaking Selects a frequency within the range of Adjusts the gain. type filter with wide Q, and "SH" produces a 50 – 600 Hz. shelving type LO EQ. ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 33: Hi Eq
ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) module This module serves for reducing noise during playing pauses. ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) ZOOM original noise reduction which reduces noise in playing pauses without affecting the overall tone. THRESHOLD 1 – 16 Adjusts the sensitivity. For maximum... - Page 34 10 – 990 ms, the adjustment is made in 10-ms Adjusts the balance between Adjusts the feedback amount. steps (1 – 99). For 1 second and original sound and effect sound. above, the adjustment is made in 100-ms steps (1.0 – 2.5). ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 35: Delay/Reverb
Simulates the acoustics of a concert hall. ROOM Simulates the acoustics of a room. SPRING Simulates a spring-type reverb. ARENA Simulates the acoustics of a big concert hall such as an arena. TILED ROOM Simulates the acoustics of a tiled room. ZOOM A2.1u... - Page 36 Adjusts the level of the effect adjustment is made in 10-ms Adjusts the feedback amount. sound mixed to the original steps (1 – 99). For 1 second and sound. above, the adjustment is made in 100-ms steps (1.0 – 5.0). ZOOM A2.1u...
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Page 37: Control
Value set in patch When the pedal is fully raised, the parameter is at minimum. "LOW" When the pedal is fully pushed down, the parameter is at the Value set in patch value set in the patch. Minimum value ZOOM A2.1u... -
Page 38: Global
(→ p. 37). When using a pickup with low Adjust ZNR module. Be sure to use only a output, start the A2.1u in HI-GAIN mode (→ p. ZOOM AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006). 28). Try ajusting the expression pedal. ● Hum is heard (when using [BALANCED ●... -
Page 39: Specifications
16-bit (record/play, stereo) Sampling frequencies 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Power requirements AC adapter 9 V AC, 300 mA (ZOOM AC adapter AD-0006) Batteries Four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries, continuous operating time 6 hours (with alkaline batteries) Dimensions... -
Page 40: A2.1U Preset Pattern
BALLAD_1 HIPHOP BALLAD_2 R'nR BLUES_1 POP_1 BLUES_2 POP_2 JAZZ_1 POP_3 JAZZ_2 POP_4 JAZZ_3 DANCE_1 METRO_3 DANCE_2 METRO_4 DANCE_3 METRO_5 DANCE_4 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 A2.1u - 5000-1... - Page 41 TREMOLO RATE OVATION SOLO DELAY Bright sound with clear delay components and an Ovation style edge for solos. DELAY MIX Discover new possibilities in bottleneck playing with this combination of ping-pong delay and Zoom PINGPONG RESOPHONIC PINGPONG DELAY DELAY MIX original resonator guitar sound.
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