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Summary of Contents for Zoom BFX-708
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ZNR/EQ (Zoom Noise Reduction/Equalizer) module • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •... -
Page 2: Usage And Safety Precautions
DC, 300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus" plug waves should not be placed near the BFX-708, as the possibility of (Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter other than the interference cannot be ruled out entirely. specified type may damage the unit and pose a safety hazard. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for selecting the ZOOM BFX-708 (hereafter simply called the "BFX-708"). The BFX-708 is a sophisticated multi-effect device with the following features and functions: • Large variety of built-in effects Four separate effect modules (single/combined effects) can be used at the same time, together with ZNR (Zoom Noise Reduction) and the built-in amp simulator. -
Page 4: Naming Of Parts
NOTE are inserted with from the battery compartment. Otherwise opposite polarity. Battery battery fluid may leak and cause damage to compartment the unit. cover • An AC adapter is not supplied with the unit. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 5: Getting Connected
10), the output level will be the same as the minimum. Also verify that the power switch input level if the OUTPUT knob is turned fully of the BFX-708 is set to OFF. clockwise. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 6: Quick Guide (Let's Play)
PATCH 4 PATCH 5 PATCH 5 PATCH 2 PATCH 4 PATCH 5 PATCH 5 PATCH 2 PATCH 5 PATCH 5 PATCH 3 PATCH 5 PATCH 3 PATCH 4 PATCH 4 PATCH 5 PATCH 5 PRESET group USER group ZOOM BFX-708... - Page 7 12 Push down all the way • Using the auto tuner, p. 10 • Using hold delay, reverse playback, • Practicing with the built-in rhythm and scratch playback , p. 21 pattern, p. 11 ZOOM BFX-708...
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Page 8: Input Gain/Amp Simulator Setting
( VALUE ) ( VALUE ) Simulates an amplifier with a prominent midrange. The Simulates an amplifier with a prominent midrange. The "B" position will result in a stronger cabinet sound. "B" position will result in a stronger cabinet sound. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 9: Listening To Patches (Play Mode Operation)
• You can also set up the unit to reserve a to the next lower or next higher bank. patch and switch to it only after you confirm To quickly move to a patch stored at a distant the selection. (For details, p. 14.) ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 10: Using The Bypass (Mute) And Tuner Function
Pressing one of the foot switches condition. returns to the play mode. Play the open string you want to tune, and watch the BANK/PATCH indicator. The indicator shows the note which is closest to the current pitch. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 11: Playing With Rhythm Accompaniment
When a parameter knob is operated during rhythm patterns Funk2 pattern play, the content of the BANK/PATCH Ballad1 Ballad2 indicator changes temporarily. Blues1 Blues2 Country BossaNova Jazz1 Jazz2 Other genres Reggae Latin1 Latin2 Metronome (triple) Metronome (quadruple) Metronome (quintuple) ZOOM BFX-708 Metronome (no beat) -
Page 12: Using The Sampler Function
PATCH NAME foot switch. Recording stops, and playback immediately starts from the beginning. PARM knob 1 PATCH NAME During playback, the indication "PLAY" is shown on the display. PATCH NAME If no steps are taken after starting to record, ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 13: Using The Easy Edit Function
NOTE When a knob is turned, the current setting of the using the rhythm pattern. affected parameter is shown on the BANK/PATCH indicator, and a dot (.) appears at the "EDITED" position. This indicates that the parameter has ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 14: Reserving The Next Patch (Direct Load)
• In the Bank Hold condition, the bank can still setting is "oF". HINT HINT be switched with the TYPE (BANK) keys. PATCH NAME BANK PATCH PARM2 knob • To return to the original setting, set the BOTH EDITED (VALUE) BNKHLD parameter to "oF". ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 15: Altering The Sound Of A Patch (Edit Mode Operation)
17 - 20. LED is out changed, a dot (.) appears here. This indicates that the patch was edited. TYPE (BANK) Edit mode: When currently displayed ( GROUP ) parameter was changed, a dot (.) appears here. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 16: Storing And Copying Patches
However, it is possible to restore a number, the changed portion on the selected patch or all patches from the USER group ( p. 23) to the factory defaults. BANK/PATCH indicator flashes. The indication "STORE?" and the store target patch name are ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 17: Effect Types And Parameters
(Zoom Noise Reduction) Adjusts ZNR sensitivity. The recommended approach is to set the The original noise reduction developed by Zoom cuts noise value as high as possible without producing an unnatural cut of during performance pauses without impairing the sound quality. -
Page 18: Mod (Modulation) Module
Selects the pedal pitch type. Depending on the type, the pitch when pushing the pedal down or when raising it differs. AWAH/O (Auto Wah/Octave) TYPE 7 This combines an auto-wah effect with an octave effect. Should be used with single notes. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 19: Rev (Reverb) Module
Adjusts effect tone. (1 - 99), and over 1 second in 100-ms steps (1.0 - 1.5). Parameter 3 0 – 30 Parameter 2 0 – 10 Adjusts effect mix. Adjusts feedback amount. Parameter 3 0 – 30 Adjusts effect mix. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 20: Total Module
(forward direction) dn: Parameter maximum value minimum value For information on adjusting parameters with the expression (reverse direction) HINT HINT pedal, see page 22. Hi: Current value maximum value (forward direction) Lo: Minimum value current value (forward direction) ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 21: Using The Jam Play Function
Move to the PEDAL module and assign the causes one play run from start during play stops play expression pedal to the REV module ( p. 22). Store the patch and return to the play mode. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 22: Controlling An Effect With The Pedal
Store the patch and return to the play predetermined for every effect type in the mode. module. This parameter is indicated by a pedal Verify that the module to which the pedal was mark in the description on pages 17 through 20. assigned is ON. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 23: All Initialize/Factory Recall
(the pedal with a lighter touch, push the key at a goes back a little). Press the STORE key at somewhat higher position of the pedal. this point. ZOOM BFX-708... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
AC adapter (available separately) Patch Memory USER: 6 banks x 5 = 30 (rewritable, with 9 V DC, center minus, 300 mA (ZOOM AD- store) 0006) PRESET: 6 banks x 5 = 30...