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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: Usage And Safety Precautions

    Interference with other electrical equipment tion or result in a fire or other trouble. In consideration of safety, the R24 has been designed to • Connect the AC adapter only to an outlet that sup- provide maximum protection against the emission of electro- plies the rated AC voltage required by the adapter.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    ■ Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) audio interface ■ Exchange files with computers and USB memory devices You can use the R24 and its many input and output jacks as a Hi-speed USB (USB 2.0) The R24 has a USB 2.0 jack that allows high audio interface. As an interface, the R24 can...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Manual punch-in/punch-out ..30 R24 operation flow ....5 Basic recording guide ... .7 Playback Panel layout and functions .
  • Page 5 For details about use with a computer, refer to the Audio Interface Manual (PDF) on the CD-ROM included with the unit. Editing a sequence ... . 56 Projects Inserting and deleting beats Project overview .

  • Page 6: R24 Operation Flow

    R24 operation ow 24 audio tracks Multitrack recorder Recording preparations Recording Make various settings for the built- in microphones, connected musical Effects instruments and other input sources, signals and tracks. Use the tuner and the metronome to prepare for a new project or a live performance.
  • Page 7 • Bounce performance data for an entire song. • Recording a MASTER track Card reader P106 USB memory P107 Send signals between DAW software and audio equipment. P110~ Audio interface manual Operate DAW software with the R24. P110~ Audio interface manual...

  • Page 8: Basic Recording Guide

    Basic recording guide Make a quick recording with the R24 Here we explain how to record in stereo with the built-in microphones on the unit's left and right sides and how to record an electric guitar in mono using the high impedance input.
  • Page 9 Adjust the input sensitivity, STEP 4 STEP 5 Record—Complete—Play monitoring level and output Recording Adjust the input sensitivity (GAIN) Adjust the GAIN of each While pressing press INPUT so that their move to the beginning. PEAK indicators blink occasionally. Adjust the recording level The red (0 dB) indicator of the level meter should not light when you apply an insert...

  • Page 10: Panel Layout And Functions

    Panel layout and functions Rear panel Input section Level meters (1/9/17~8/16/24, MASTER) Control section Built-in mic Fader section Transport section Display section Display TEMPO indicator Right side panel TEMPO key Soft keys Bottom panel (not shown) Battery compartment SD card slot USB HOST port USB DEVICE port...

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Input section PHANTOM METRONOME switch switch switch Hi-Z switch PEAK indicator BALANCE control GAIN controls (1~8) Control section Fader section PROJECT key EFFECT key TOOL key Status keys USB key (1/9/17~8/16/24, MASTER) Track indicator RHYTHM key Master indicator 1-8Tr key 9-16Tr key TRACK key PAN/EQ key 17-24Tr key...

  • Page 12: Connections

    ❽ Right side panel USB memory ❼ ❻ Connecting a computer by USB When connected to a computer, you can send audio files and projects directly to and from the R24. You can also use the R24 as an audio interface ❼ Connecting another ❻ and a control surface for DAW soft- R24 by USB ware. By connecting two R24 units, you can record 16 tracks...

  • Page 13: Sd Card Installation

    SD card installation The R24 saves recording data and settings on SD cards. To protect your data, turn the power off before inserting or ejecting a card. NOTE An SD card is necessary for recording. (ordinary use) Turn the power OFF beforehand • If you want to change the SD card while the power is ON, follow special procedures (see P101). Turn the POWER OFF and detach • When inserting or removing an SD card, always turn the power OFF.

  • Page 14: Powering The Unit

    Install the batteries and close the cover. Always use the included ZOOM AD-14 AC adapter, which is designed for use Battery power Battery indicator on screen with the unit. Using any other adapter...

  • Page 15: Turning The Power On & Off

    Follow these precautions for starting-up and shutting down the unit. Follow these instruction to set the date and time for files and data. Setting the date and time Turning the power on & off TOOL>SYSTEM>DATE/TIME 1. Make sure all the equipment is OFF. 2. Insert an SD card into the R24. Confirm that the power, the instruments and the monitoring Press system (or stereo headphones) are correctly SYSTEM connected.

  • Page 16: Switch And Key Operation Overview

    Switch and key operation overview Here we explain how to use the keys and switches of the R24. Please look at the display for icons that show key functions. Transport section Control section Functions only when tracks are Play, create and set rhythm RHYTHM key REC key patterns in recording standby. When stopped...

  • Page 17: Display Information

    Display information The display shows data about projects and other elements, connection and operation status as a recorder or a computer audio-interface, available functions and various menus. Display and indications Icon display and setting keys Insert effect icon – P80 Top Screen: Shows the current project ON when shown. Use key to set.

  • Page 18: Recording Preparations

    Recording preparations R24 recording flow/Creating a new project With the R24, you can use multitrack recording to create a complete work of music. Create a new project for each song that you make. Create a new project Recording preparations PROJECT>NEW Press Connecting instruments Select NEW. Change menu Project and track settings Create a new project...

  • Page 19: Connecting Instruments

    Recording preparations Connecting instruments/Making mono settings Make settings for instruments such as high impedance guitars, line-input synths, the built-in mics and mics that use phantom power as well as for stereo and mono input sources. Assign INPUT 1~8 connections to Connecting passive-type guitars tracks 1~24 Connect the high impedance instrument to INPUT 1, and...

  • Page 20: Stereo Settings & Status Keys

    Recording preparations Connecting instruments/Stereo settings & status keys To make a stereo recording, set a stereo link for adjacent odd and even-numbered tracks and record on them. Use the status keys to send input signals to recording tracks. Using the built-in mics Turn the MIC switch ON Signals to INPUTS 7/8 Connecting line input instruments (stereo connection) Use INPUTS 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8 as pairs.

  • Page 21: Stereo Link

    Recording preparations Stereo link Enable a stereo link for tracks in advance of recording to create a stereo file when recording. You can also assign stereo files. Stereo link Status keys and track indicators PAN/EQ>STEREO LINK Press a status key to set the role of a track fader and change the color of the track indi- Press cator light. The track indicator colors show the status as follows.

  • Page 22: Setting The Tempo

    Recording preparations Setting the tempo Set the tempo for the music. The tempo is saved for each project. Changing the tempo Press beneath Use the dial to change the value. beneath repeatedly. The average pace will be set as the tempo value.

  • Page 23: Preparing A Rhythm Track

    Recording preparations Preparing a rhythm track The R24 has a sampler function that allows loops to be played back on each track. Here, we assign a rhythm pattern that is built-in to the R24 to a track as a guide rhythm. Assignment to a track Press Select the track to assign. Select track Select TAKE. Change menu Press Select PATTERN to use a rhythm pattern. Change menu HINT • You can also play the selected audio file or Press rhythm pattern.

  • Page 24: Track Recording

    Track recording Recording the first track After connecting instruments and completing recording preparation, ready the recorder and start recording the first track. Adjusting the input level Starting from the Top Screen of a new project Arm the track for recording. Return the counter to the beginning Press 1-2 times until the track light turns red.

  • Page 25: Recording The Rst Track

    Recording the rst track Playing back the recorded track Press stop (if you have not already). Start recording standby. Press Unlit Lit red Press green Start recording. Counter stops Lit red Lit green Press Play the track. Counter starts Press on the track to be played 1-2 times until lit green When green, the track is...

  • Page 26: Changing The Playback Take

    Track recording Changing the playback take You can assign audio files to tracks freely. By recording multiple takes of vocals, guitar solos and other parts in different files, you can later select the best take. Switching two tracks (SWAP) Press Press beneath Select the track to assign. Select track Select the rst track to swap. Select TAKE. Change menu Press Indicators blink orange on tracks that can be selected. Press the status key to select a track.
  • Page 27 NOTE The swap function switches two tracks, including the assigned files, track sequence data and all track parameter information.

  • Page 28: Overdubbing

    Overdubbing Recording additional tracks After recording the first track, you can record additional tracks while playing back already recorded audio. Preparations for recording are the same as for the first track, but you can also set recordings to play on different tracks. Playing already recorded tracks Start and stop recording Press 1-2 times until the Press and hold and press indicator lights green for to return to the beginning. all tracks to be played back.
  • Page 29 Playback all tracks Press 1-2 times until the indicator lights green for all tracks to be played back. Playback-ready when green Press and hold and press to return to the beginning. Press to start playback. Lit green Press to stop playback. Lit green HINT NOTE...

  • Page 30: Re-Recording

    Re-recording Automatic punch-in/punch-out Punch-in and punch-out allow you to re-record a single part of a recorded file. You can set the beginning (punch-in) and ending (punch-out) points in advance to start and stop recording automatically. Prepare the track that you want to Rehearse punch-in/punch-out Press to start playback. Raise the fader on the track When the punch-in point is passed, the track is you want to re-record automatically muted. Perform (not recording) When the punch-out point is passed, the track is Press 1-2 times...

  • Page 31: Manual Punch-In/Punch-Out

    Re-recording Manual punch-in/punch-out You can also punch in and out manually. Press the REC key during playback to start re-recording from that point. Prepare the track that you want to Re-recording: punch-in/punch-out punch-in/punch-out Locate to before the punch in point. Raise the fader on the track you want to re-record Press to start...

  • Page 32: Project Playback

    Playback Project playback Recorded audio files are assigned to the tracks that they were recorded on. All tracks that are enabled for playback by their status keys (green lights on) will be played. Overview of recording and playback process in a project TRACK TRACK TRACK TRACK TRACK TRACK TRACK TRACK MASTER 3/11/19 5/13/21 6/14/22 7/15/23 8/16/24 TRACK 1/9/17 2/10/18 4/12/20 Recording the rst track Track 1: mono recording Track 7 &...

  • Page 33: Repeat Playback Of A Specific Section (A-B Repeat)

    Playback Repeat playback of a specific section (A-B repeat) You can set a beginning point (A) and an ending point (B) in a project and repeat playback between them. HINT Setting A-B points • When playback reaches point B, it automatically goes back to point A and continues playback. Locate the • While the A-B icon appears, playback repeats beginning continuously. point. • These settings can be made both during play- back and when stopped.

  • Page 34: Using The Counter And Marks To Locate

    Using the counter and marks to locate The counter shows the recording or elapsed time in hours: minutes: seconds: milliseconds and bars–beats–ticks (1/48 beat). Set marks in a project to locate to them quickly. Locate using the counter Add a mark To prepare, stop the recorder, select the Add a mark using the counter project and start from the Top Screen.
  • Page 35 Locate to the position of a mark Delete a mark Use keys to move between marks in order Press the forward or backward mark key until you reach the desired mark. Press the forward or backward mark key until you reach the desired mark. Mark icon highlighted Press Project...

  • Page 36: Tools

    Tools Tuner The R24 has a multifunction tuner that includes chromatic tuning that detects note names by semitones, standard guitar/bass tuning and half-step-down tuning. Other tuner types Press Press the under Press 1-2 times Select tuner type Record-enabled when red Select TUNER. Change menu Press Select the note name/ string number and tune Press Press Select note Chromatic tuner name/string...

  • Page 37: Metronome

    Tools Metronome This metronome, which includes a pre-count function, allows you to change its volume, tone and pattern. You can also output the metronome sound only through the headphones. Menu settings and setting values Press ON/OFF: Set when operative Settings Select METRONOME.

  • Page 38: 16-Track Synchronized Recording With Two Units

    Select SYNC REC and set it to Slave. Change menu Change menu Master/Slave Off/Master/Slave HOST USB indicator lit DEVICE USB indicator lit Connect the two R24 units by USB cable Plug a USB 2.0 (AB-type) cable into the ports that have lit indicators. HINT Command keys that affect both units. REC key FF key...
  • Page 39 A gap of approximately 1-2 ms will occur. • Connection with an R16 is also possible. When connecting to an R16, always set the R24 as the Master. • Pre-count is disabled when using synchronized recording. • When an R24 is set to Slave, operation using bus power is not guaranteed. Use an AC adapter or batteries.

  • Page 40: Mixing

    Mixing R24 mixing process Use the track mixer to make stereo link settings, adjust volume, EQ, pan (balance) and the send amount to send-return effects. NOTE Adjust the volume, EQ Except for phase settings, both left and right chan- and PAN of tracks nels of stereo tracks share the same parameter values. HINT Select the send-return What is the track mixer? • Use the mixer to mix the recorder's audio tracks effect to stereo.

  • Page 41: Eq, Pan And Send Level Track Settings

    Mixing EQ, pan and send level track settings Use the track mixer to set track parameters that, for example, adjust pan (stereo position), EQ (equalizer) and send-return effects. HINT Press • Use the track mixer to adjust each track param- eter, including pan and the send-return effect Select a track. levels, to process the signals. • In step 2, you can also select a track by pressing Change tracks its status key so that its indicator lights orange. Select a menu item and its setting.

  • Page 42: Track Parameters

    Mixing Track parameters These parameters can be set for each track Mono tracks: 1~24 Stereo tracks: 1/2~23/24 Setting range Mono Stereo Master Display Parameter Explanation (default value) tracks tracks track L100~R100 Adjusts a track’s PAN. For stereo tracks adjusts the ◯ ◯ (Center) volume balance between the left and right channels. EQ HI High-frequency range boost/cut Set whether to boost/cut the high-frequency range (EQ...

  • Page 44: Mix Down/Bounce

    Mix down/Bounce Combine multiple tracks into 1–2 tracks Bounce to combine multiple tracks into one new mono or stereo file in the same project. Bounce destination track settings Bounce (preparation) PROJECT>REC>BOUNCE TR Select the bounce source tracks (set Start from the Top Screen each track to play back). Press 1–2 times until Press indicator lights green Select REC.

  • Page 45: Bouncing

    Adjust the mix balance (audition) Bouncing Press beneath Press to start playback. BOUNCE ON appears on the display Adjust the mix balance, including level, volume, pan and EQ settings, for each track. Make sure that Note: Press the BOUNCE soft key again to the red (0 dB) cancel bounce mode.

  • Page 46: Using A Mastering Effect

    Mix down/Bounce Using a mastering effect Use a mastering algorithm as an insert effect on the master track before recording to process the mix down. Insert an insert effect before the MASTER fader Press Selectt ON/OFF and set it to On. NOTE Change menu • When the insert effect is applied before the MASTER fader in advance, the insert effect cannot also be applied to tracks, either during recording or playback.

  • Page 47: Recording To The Master Track

    Mix down/Bounce Recording to the master track Record a "final" stereo mix as a mix down on the MASTER track. Signals are sent to the master track after passing through the MASTER fader. Recording to the MASTER track Play the master track Press the MASTER Prepare by adjusting the signal levels. status key 1-2 times until the indicator lights green.

  • Page 48: Sampler Functions

    Sampler functions Using the sampler to make songs Use the sampler functions of the R24 to easily create backing tracks, rhythm parts and other basic tracks that have high sound quality. These features can be used to make a wide variety of music, from demo songs to produced recordings. Make a loop to provide the basic rhythm After you have determined the structure of the entire song.

  • Page 49: Overview Of Sampler Functions

    Sampler functions Overview of sampler functions With the R24, you can assign audio files and rhythm patterns to tracks, which can then be played back and played in real time using the pads. The following settings can be made related to A sequence can be input by playing the pads playing the pads. along with a rhythm (click) in real time or step • Pad playback types by step (step input). • Global quantization to fix timing errors Bars and beats can be inserted and deleted, and the time signature can also be changed.

  • Page 50: Assigning Tracks

    Sampler functions Assigning tracks To use the sampler function, first assign audio files and rhythm patterns to tracks. In this example, we explain how to assign loops stored on the included USB memory. NOTE Press • To load an audio file from another project, select OTHER PRJ in step 4. From PROJECT, select the project that contains the file. Then, from NEXT, Select the track to assign. select the file. Change the file name if necessary before loading it. Select track • In a new project, the BPM (tempo) of the first audio file assigned to a track sets the BPM of the project.

  • Page 51: Loop Settings

    Sampler functions Loop settings Make loop settings separately for each track. Turn loops ON and set their starting points and lengths. NOTE Setting tracks to loop Turn loops ON and OFF for each track. • The status key indicator of a track with LOOP set ON lights orange instead of green when enabled for playback.
  • Page 52 Rewind Select POSITION. Change menu Zooming in on the waveform When setting the loop starting point and length, you can zoom in on the waveform Press that is displayed. Zooming up to 32x is possible. Set the loop starting point.

  • Page 53: Playing The Pads

    Sampler functions Playing the pads Press the pad beneath a fader to play the audio file or rhythm pattern assigned to that track. Set global quantization Press a pad The unit can be set to correct timing errors when playing the pads or inputting sequence data in real time so that Press a pad while holding sounds are aligned with bars and beats. REPEAT/STOP to enable loop playback (if PAD is set to 1Shot).

  • Page 54: Creating A Sequence

    Sampler functions Creating a sequence Assign audio files and rhythm patterns to tracks and set their LOOP settings to ON. Combine them to create backing parts, rhythms and other data (sequence data) for an entire track. A sequence can be created with real-time input or step input. Create a sequence with real-time To delete input, press and hold input beneath . Data that has already been input for a track will With real-time input, you can create a be deleted while its pad is being pressed.
  • Page 55 Press a pad to input that pad's data at Create a sequence using step that position. input Or, press ENTER to input the data of that A sequence can be created one step at track at that position. a time using step input. Press Select TRK SEQ.
  • Page 56 Sampler functions Creating a sequence Deleting data When using step input, you can delete Select EXECUTE. data before and after the cursor position Change menu together. Move the cursor to the position of data that you want to delete. Move cursor Press Go back 1 step Go forward 1 step...

  • Page 57: Editing A Sequence

    Sampler functions Editing a sequence When creating a sequence by step input, you can insert and delete beats. You can also change the time signature. Select INS BEAT to insert beats or DEL Inserting and deleting beats BEAT to delete beats. When using step input for a sequence, Change menu you can insert and delete beats.
  • Page 58 Sampler functions Editing a sequence NOTE • When you insert beats, the sounds of loops and • If you insert or delete beats that differ from the files playing back will be cut at that point. set time signature, the time signature for that part might change depending on the SIGNATURE setting. One beat inserted here SIGNATURE: time signature setting Setting The time signature does not change.

  • Page 59: Changing The Time Signature

    Changing the time signature Delete an inserted time signature During step input of a sequence, you Move the cursor to the position where can also change the time signature. you want to delete the time signature Start step input. Press Go back 1 step Go forward 1 step Move to the time signature...

  • Page 60: Playing Back A Sequence

    Sampler functions Playing back a sequence Use the following procedures to play back the sequence that you made. Playback from the sequencer Playback from the Top Screen Press beneath to turn the Press track sequence ON/OFF. Select TRK SEQ. Change menu Press Press Press Track sequencer ON Press to stop Press to stop Press to fast forward Press to rewind Press and hold...

  • Page 61: Changing The Bpm

    Sampler functions Changing the BPM The BPM of each track is automatically calculated when an audio file is assigned to it. Depending on the material, however, the calculated result might differ from the actual BPM. If this occurs, use the following procedures to adjust the BPM. The set BPM is used as the standard tempo when changing the tempo of the audio without changing its pitch. NOTE Press • BPM is calculated for an audio file assuming 4/4 time. Select the track where you want to • When a track is recorded, the current BPM value is used. change the setting. Select track Select BPM and change the setting Change menu...

  • Page 62: Changing Tempo Without Changing Pitch

    Sampler functions Changing audio tempo without changing pitch When an audio file is assigned to a track, you can change the tempo of audio without changing its pitch (time-stretching). You can change all tracks at once or individual tracks. Be aware that this operation will overwrite the original audio file. Select BPM and the new tempo after Press time-stretching. Change menu To change one track at a time, select a Change track. setting Select track Select ALGORITHM and set it to the one most appropriate for the audio le Change menu Select EDIT.
  • Page 63 NOTE • STRETCH operations cannot be undone (UNDO). • STRETCH operations overwrite the original audio files. If you want to save the original files, make a copy of the project and files in advance (Ref. P93). • The BPM of each track is automatically calcu- lated when an audio file is assigned. Depending on the file material, however, the calculated result might differ from the actual BPM. Set the BPM of each track (TRACK > BPM) if this occurs (Ref.

  • Page 64: Trimming Unnecessary Parts Of Audio Files

    HINT • The trim starting and ending points can be adjusted alternately by using the START and END Press soft keys. • Use the ZOOM soft key to view the waveform more closely. Set the starting point • You can also play the audio file while setting its Locate starting and ending points.

  • Page 65: Setting Fade-Ins And Fade-Outs

    Sampler functions Setting fade-ins and fade-outs When playing normal audio files, short fade-ins and fade-outs are applied to their beginnings and ends. You can turn these off, however, for rhythm tracks and other sounds where the attack is important. Press Select the track for which you want to change the fade settings. Select track Select FADE and set it to Off if you want to disable it.

  • Page 66: Overview Of Rhythm Functions

    Rhythm functions Overview of rhythm functions With the R24, you can select a pre-installed rhythm pattern that you like and play along. You can also add accents in real-time as you play the pads. The following settings related to playing the The following operations can be conducted on rhythms can be made. rhythm patterns. • Change the drum kit and pad sounds • Copy pattern...

  • Page 67: Playing Rhythm Patterns

    Rhythm functions Playing rhythm patterns Selecting a rhythm pattern Selecting the drum kit Select a rhythm pattern and play it. Select the drum kit sounds. Press beneath Press Select the rhythm pattern. Select pattern Rhythm pattern name Select the drum kit. Press to play Select kit Press to stop Press and hold...

  • Page 68: Playing Pad Sounds

    Rhythm functions Playing pad sounds You can add accents in real-time as you play the pads below the track faders. Press and hold REPEAT/STOP, Press and press the pad to roll. If you release REPEAT/STOP before the pad, Play the pads that sound continues rolling after the pad is released.

  • Page 69: Creating A Rhythm Pattern

    Rhythm functions Creating a rhythm pattern You can create your own original rhythm patterns. After preparing, you can create a rhythm pattern using real-time or step input. Set number of bars and time signature. Prepare to create a rhythm pattern Change menu Select an empty rhythm pattern and set the number of bars, time signature and...
  • Page 70 Rhythm functions Creating a rhythm pattern NOTE Create a rhythm pattern using real-time input • If your timing is slightly off, it will be corrected in accordance with the quantize setting. After preparing, play the pads along • Depending on the pad sensitivity setting, the force used to play the pads is also recorded as with the rhythm (metronome) to create a volume changes.
  • Page 71 Delete a note or change its volume. Create a rhythm pattern using step input Press beneath to delete an input note. After preparing, you can input notes one at a time (step input) to create a rhythm pattern. Turn to change the volume of the note at that position. Start input.

  • Page 72: Copying Rhythm Patterns

    Rhythm functions Copying rhythm patterns You can copy a rhythm pattern to create a new one based on it, for example. Select EXECUTE. Press Change menu Select the rhythm pattern that you want to copy. Press beneath Press Select pattern Select COPY.

  • Page 73: Deleting Rhythm Patterns

    Rhythm functions Deleting rhythm patterns You can delete rhythm patterns. Press Select the rhythm pattern that you want to delete. Press beneath Select pattern Select DELETE. Change menu Press Select YES. Move cursor Press...

  • Page 74: Changing Rhythm Pattern Names

    Rhythm functions Changing rhythm pattern names You can change the names of rhythm patterns. Press Select the rhythm pattern that you want to change the name of. Press beneath Select pattern Select RENAME. Change menu Press Change the name. Move cursor Change character Delete...

  • Page 75: Import Rhythm Patterns

    Rhythm functions Import rhythm patterns You can import rhythm patterns from other projects. You can import all the rhythm patterns (All) at once or one at a time (Each). Select NEXT. Press Change menu Press beneath Press Select the rhythm pattern to import (when set to Each). Select project Select IMPORT.

  • Page 76: Setting Volume And Stereo Placement

    Rhythm functions Setting volume and stereo placement You can change the volume of a rhythm pattern and the stereo placement of the drum kit. Press Select the rhythm pattern that you want to make settings for. Press beneath Select pattern Select a menu item and change the setting.

  • Page 77: Assigning Rhythm Patterns To Tracks

    Rhythm functions Assigning rhythm patterns to tracks The rhythm pattern displayed on the screen can also be assigned to a track. Press Select the rhythm pattern to assign. Select pattern While pressing beneath press the pad of the track where you want to assign it.

  • Page 78: Effects

    Effects Effect and patch overview You can select R24 preset patches, and easily apply effects. You can also edit and save patches, making fine adjustments and processing tracks to suit specific songs. Effect and patch operations can only be conducted when the project sample rate is set to 44.1 kHz. Effect and patch use process • Adjust effect send level → Insert effects P79 ○ Adjust effect send level Using effects → Send-return effects P79 → REV SEND P40 → CHO/DLY SEND P40 Edit modules ◎ Edit a patch Select type →...
  • Page 79 Insert and send-return effects The insert effects in one project include 330 Two types of send/return effects, which are patches classified into 9 algorithms. You can connected internally in the mixer section, can select algorithms and the patches that they be adjusted using mixer send levels (amount contain to suit your purposes and choose of signal sent to the effect) and can be used...

  • Page 80: Input And Output Of Insert And Send-Return Effects

    Effects Input and output of insert and send-return effects The R24's two types of built-in effects—insert effects and send-return effects—can be used at the same time. INPUT 1~8 TRACK 1~24 Insert effects Send-return effect These effects are applied to These effects are internally connected specified channels. in the mixer's send-return bus. CHORUS/DELAY...
  • Page 81 Press beneath The procedures for using effects are the same when select a chorus/delay send-return using the R24 as a recorder and as an audio inter- effect. face, but the patches can also be initialized when the unit is used as an audio interface (INITIAL). Select ON/OFF and set it to ON.

  • Page 82: Setting The Insert Effect Position

    Effects Setting the insert effect position You can set the insert effect position. This menu item only appears for the insert effect. Select INPUT SRC. Press Change menu Select effect type Press beneath select an insert effect. Select the input source. Select ON/OFF and set it to ON.
  • Page 83 Setting the insert effect position Inserting the insert effect on 2 mono inputs (Dual Mic algorithm) Inserting the insert effect on a stereo input (Stereo, Mastering algorithms) Inserting the insert effect on 8 inputs (8xComp EQ algorithm)

  • Page 84: Patch Editing

    Effects Patch editing (insert and send-return effects) You can create patches that combine effects together, change effect types in patches, or change processing as you like by adjusting effects using their parameters. Edit effect modules Press Select TYPE. Select effect type P r e s s E N T E R o r Effect module OFF press the ON/OFF...
  • Page 85 Adjust effect parameters Change the name (insert effect) Select a parameter and set it. Select Select RENAME. parameter Change menu Change value Press Change the name. Move cursor Change character Press Delete character Insert character NOTE • You cannot edit an algorithm itself, including HINT the combination and arrangement of its effect modules.

  • Page 86: Patch Saving

    Effects Patch saving (insert and send-return effects) Once you have edited a patch, always save it if you want to keep the changes. You can save a patch at any patch number within the same algorithm. Continued on the next page Press Select EXECUTE.

  • Page 87: Patch Importing

    Effects Patch importing (insert and send-return effects) You can import one or all patches that have been created in another project for use in the current project. Select IMPORT. Import one patch IMPORT>Each Change menu Select PROJECT. Change menu Press Select MODE and set it to All or Each.

  • Page 88: Using The Insert Effect Only For Monitoring

    Effects Using the insert effect only for monitoring By applying an insert effect only to monitoring, input signals can be recorded unprocessed to tracks. Select REC SIG and set it. Press Change menu Select effect type Press beneath select an insert effect. Change setting Input signals are recorded to tracks after being processed by the insert effect. Select algorithm/patch.

  • Page 90: Projects

    Projects Project overview & project protection A project stores data and settings necessary for music playback. The “PROTECT” function allows you to prevent the alteration of a completed project. All elements of a piece of music, including au- Protecting a project dio files, information about track assignments, PROJECT>PROTECT and mixer, effect, metronome and tuner set- tings are stored in a project as one unit.

  • Page 91: Creating A New Project

    Projects Creating a new project With the R24 you can create up to 1000 projects on a single card. You can also transfer the settings of the previous project to a new project. NOTE Press • You can use the settings and values of the last project in the new one. Select NEW.

  • Page 92: Selecting Projects And Files

    You cannot use multiple listen to a file for confirmation. projects at the same time. Press the PLAY key to start playback HINT Press the STOP key to stop When the R24 power is turned ON, the project load- playback. ed the last time the unit was used will be loaded automatically.

  • Page 93: Project And File Information

    Projects Project and file information You can display information about the currently loaded project, file names, creation dates, sizes, recording times and other information. File information Project information PROJECT>INFO PROJECT>FILE>INFO Follow these procedures after opening the project which has the information that you Press want to see. Select FILE. Press Change menu Select INFO.

  • Page 94: Copying Projects And Files

    Projects Copying projects and files You can copy a saved project and use it as a new project. Within the same project, you can change the names of files and make copies of them. Copy a project Copy a le PROJECT>COPY PROJECT>FILE>COPY Follow these procedures after opening the project that you want to copy. Press Select FILE.

  • Page 95: Changing Project And File Names

    Select RENAME. Press Change menu NOTE • You cannot change the name to the same name as that of an existing project. • The name of each project folder in the ZOOM_ R24/PROJECT folder on the SD card is the same Press as the name of the corresponding project. HINT Change the characters. Move cursor Project names Delete Max. number of characters: 8...

  • Page 96: Deleting Projects And Files

    Projects Deleting projects and files Delete selected projects and files. Delete a project Delete a le PROJECT>DELETE PROJECT>FILE>DELETE Press Press Select DELETE. Select FILE. Change menu Change menu Press Press Select the project to delete. Select the le name. Change file Change project Press Press Select DELETE.

  • Page 97: Dividing Files

    Projects Dividing files You can divide a file at any point to make two files. Do this to delete unnecessary portions of recordings or to divide long recordings. You can use the following keys to listen to a Press file and to set the division point. Select FILE. Press to start playback Change menu Press to stop playback Press Press to fast forward Select the le.

  • Page 98: Sequential Playback Of Projects

    Projects Sequential playback of projects The playback order of multiple projects can be registered and managed in playlists. Use these to play songs consecutively, for live performance accompaniment and when outputting to an external recorder, for example. Playback a playlist Edit a playlist PROJECT>SEQ PLAY>EDIT Select EDIT. Press Change menu Select SEQ PLAY. Change menu Press Press...
  • Page 99 Delete a playlist PROJECT>SEQ PLAY>DELETE Select DELETE. Remove a project from a list Change menu Select a project to remove. Change tracks Press Select YES. Move cursor Press beneath Press Insert a project into a list Select the track number to insert to. NOTE Change tracks • If a master track or the file assigned to the master...

  • Page 100: Recording Settings

    Projects Recording settings The R24 can record at 24-bit, which is higher quality than the 16-bit format used for audio CDs. When recording, the unit can overwrite previous recordings or save them and create new ones. This is useful for bands and drums and when you want to record multiple takes. Setting/changing the bit rate Setting/changing recording mode PROJECT>REC>BIT LEN PROJECT>REC>REC MODE Press Press Select REC. Select REC. Change menu...

  • Page 101: Adjusting The Display

    System Adjusting the display You can adjust the backlight and contrast of the display. Turning the backlight ON/OFF Adjusting the contrast TOOL>SYSTEM>LIGHT TOOL>SYSTEM>CONTRAST Press Press Select SYSTEM. Select SYSTEM. Change menu Change menu Press Press Select LIGHT. Select CONTRAST. Change menu Change menu Set the value.

  • Page 102: Changing The Sd Card While The Power Is On

    Select EXECUTE. Insert an SD card NOTE Press • If the inserted SD card is already formatted for the R24, proceed to Step 6 of "Load data from NOTE the new SD card" or "Save R24 data to the new SD card". • Disable write-protection on an SD card before • If you insert an SD card that has not been inserting it.

  • Page 103: Formatting Sd Cards

    SD cards Formatting SD cards/Checking card capacities You can format an SD card for use with the R24, delete all the data on it, and check its capacity (remaining space). Format SD card/delete all data Check SD card remaining capacity TOOL>SD CARD>FORMAT TOOL>SD CARD>REMAIN Press Press Select SD CARD. Select SD CARD Change menu Change menu Press Press Select FORMAT. Select REMAIN.

  • Page 104: Checking The System Version

    Change menu Press Press Select VERSION. Select BATTERY. Change menu Change menu Press Check the information. Set the battery type. Change type Alkaline batteries (default value) Alkaline Ni-MH Nickel-metal hydride batteries NOTE HINT Use only alkaline or nickel-metal hydride batteries. Check for the latest system software at the ZOOM website (http://www.zoom.co.jp).

  • Page 105: Phantom Power Settings

    System Phantom power settings Set the PHANTOM switch to ON to supply phantom power to INPUTS 3~8. To conserve batteries, you can turn it off for input pairs 3/4 and 7/8 and reduce the voltage to 24 V. Setting phantom power TOOL>SYSTEM>PHANTOM Press Select SYSTEM. Change menu Press Select PHANTOM. Change menu Press Select VOLTAGE and set the value. Change menu Change setting Select 3/4ch or 7/8ch and set it to On or Off.

  • Page 106: Usb

    • You can connect an R24 when its power is ON with a computer by USB. If you connect the R24 by USB when its power is OFF, you can start it up with power supplied over USB. • When using the R24 as a card reader or as an audio interface, it cannot be used as a recorder at the same time. HINT • Card reader OS compatibility...

  • Page 107: Card Reader

    Card reader You can access the R24 SD card using a computer to backup, read and import various data, projects and files. Using the unit as an SD card reader Disconnecting USB>READER Connect the R24 with a computer by Eject the R24 volume icon from your USB (DEVICE port) computer to end the connection. Press Press to disconnect the R24 Select READER.

  • Page 108: Using Usb Memory To Save And Import Data

    By connecting USB memory directly to the R24, you can save and import files. This is convenient for exchanging files with band members. When using USB memory with the unit for the first time, you must create a folder especially for the R24 on that USB memory. Select YES Saving les to USB memory USB>STORAGE>FILE SAVE Move cursor Connect the USB memory to the R24 USB HOST port. Press Press Loading les from USB memory USB>STORAGE>FILE LOAD Select STORAGE. Connect the USB memory to the R24 Change menu USB HOST port.
  • Page 109 Select the le. Saving projects to USB memory USB>STORAGE>PRJ SAVE Change file Press Press Select STORAGE. Select where to save it . Change menu Change project Press Press Select PRJ SAVE. Change the le name as necessary. Change menu Move cursor Delete character Press...
  • Page 110 Loading projects from USB memory Creating an R24 folder on the USB memory USB>STORAGE>PRJ LOAD USB>STORAGE>INIT Connect the USB memory to the R24 Press USB HOST port. Select STORAGE. Change menu Press Select STORAGE. Press Change menu Select PRJ LOAD.

  • Page 111: Audio Interface/Control Surface

    ZOOM R16/R24 audio driver Connect R24 to computer AUDIO INTERFACE NOTE DAW software settings • To use the R24 as an audio interface for DAW software (for example, Cubase LE 5) it is neces- Device settings sary to install the ZOOM R16/R24 Audio Driver. Install it correctly according to the directions ZOOM R16/R24 audio driver given in the included installation guide.
  • Page 112 USB DEVICE indicator Lit • We recommend always using the latest R24 system software. If you use an R24 running an older system, a computer might not recognize it properly. Connect the USB cable to the computer.

  • Page 114: Rhythm Pattern List

    Rhythm pattern list Patterns 35~234 are typical patterns and fills for various genres. Name 43 ROCKs2FA INDTs1Va HIPs1VC 184 BALDs1VB Beats Variation 44 ROCKs2VB INDTs1FA HIPs1Vc 185 BALDs1Vb 45 ROCKs2Vb INDTs1VB HIPs1VD 186 BALDs1FB 08Beat01 46 ROCKs2FB INDTs1Vb HIPs1Vd 187 BLUSs1VA 08Beat02 08Beat03 47 ROCKs3VA INDTs1FB HIPs2VA 188 BLUSs1Va 48 ROCKs3FA POPs1VA HIPs2Va...
  • Page 115 231 MidEs1FA FUS04 HIP14 LATN12 BALD09 232 MidEs1VB FUS05 HIP15 438 BOSSA01 BALD10 233 MidEs1Vb FUS06 HIP16 439 BOSSA02 BALD11 234 MidEs1FB FUS07 HIP17 BLUS01 440 SAMBA01 Name FUS08 HIP18 Beats BLUS02 441 SAMBA02 Variation HIP19 BLUS03 POP01 MidE01 ROCK01 HIP20 POP02 BLUS04...

  • Page 116: Effect Types And Parameters 1

    Effect types and parameters 1 Effect parameters Insert effects Clean/Crunch, Distortion, Aco/Bass SIM algorithms • COMP/LIMITER module Type Parameters/Descriptions Sense Attack Tone Level Compressor MXR Dynacomp type compressor. Threshold Ratio Attack Level Rack Comp Compressor with more detailed adjustments. Threshold Ratio Release Level Limiter Limiter for suppressing signal peaks above a certain level.

  • Page 117: Efx Module

    Effect types and parameters 2 • EFX module Type Parameters/Descriptions Position Sense Resonance Level Auto Wah Auto wah dependent on dynamics of input signal. Wave Depth Rate Level Tremolo Periodically varies the volume level. Position Rate Color Level Phaser Produces a swooshing sound. Frequency Position Balance...

  • Page 118: Preamp Module

    GreatMuff Simulation of the Boss Metal Zone, which is characterized by long sustain and a powerful lower midrange MetalWRLD HotBox Simulation of the compact Matchless Hotbox pre-amplifier with a built-in tube Z Clean ZOOM original unadorned clean sound Z Wild A high gain sound with even more overdrive boost. Z MP1 An original sound created by merging characteristics of an ADA MP1 and a MARSHALL JCM800. Z Bottom A high gain sound that emphasizes low and middle frequencies...
  • Page 119 Effect types and parameters 4 • MOD/DELAY module Type Parameters Depth Rate Tone Chorus Mixes a variable pitch-shifted component with the original sound, resulting in full-bodied resonating tone Depth Rate Tone Ensemble Chorus ensemble features three-dimensional movement Depth Rate Resonance Manual Flanger Produces a resonating and strongly undulating sound...

  • Page 120: Reverb Module

    Type Setting Range Explanation Off, 1~30 Adjusts sensitivity. Set value as high as possible without causing unnatural decay. ZOOM original noise reduction for reducing noise during playing pauses without affecting the overall tone. Bass algorithm • COMP/LIMITER module Type Parameters Rack Comp For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms.
  • Page 121 Effect types and parameters 6 Parameter descriptions Parameter Setting range Explanation 0~100 Adjusts preamp gain (distortion depth). Gain 0~30 Adjusts tonal quality of effect. Tone 0~2 Adjusts intensity of speaker cabinet sound. Cabinet 0~100 Adjusts mix balance of signal before and after module. Balance 1~100 Adjusts signal level after passing through module.
  • Page 122 Effect types and parameters 7 • 3BAND EQ module Type Parameters 3Band EQ For an explanation of types and parameters, see the BASS algorithm. • MOD/DELAY module Type Parameters Chorus Ensemble Flanger Pitch Vibe Step For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. Exciter Delay Analog Delay Reverse Delay ARRM Pitch • ZNR module Type Parameters For an explanation of types and parameters, see CLEAN, DISTORTION, ACO/BASS SIM algorithms. DUAL MIC algorithm •...
  • Page 123 Effect types and parameters 8 • COMP/LIMITER R module Type Parameters Compressor For an explanation of types and parameters, see COMP/LIMITER L algorithm. Limiter • MIC PREAMP R module Type Parameters For an explanation of types and parameters, see MIC algorithm. Mic Pre • 3BAND EQ R module Type Parameters For an explanation of types and parameters, see BASS algorithm.
  • Page 124 Effect types and parameters 9 • 3BAND EQ module Type Parameters 3Band EQ For an explanation of types and parameters, see BASS algorithm. • MOD/DELAY module Type Parameters Depth Rate Chorus Mixes a variable pitch-shifted component with the original sound, resulting in full-bodied resonating tone. Depth Rate Resonance Flanger Produces a resonating and strongly undulating sound.
  • Page 125 Effect types and parameters 10 Parameters marked with allow values to be set in note units, using the song/pattern tempo as reference. Table 1 The note durations for the setting values are shown below. Delay, Analog Delay 32nd note Dotted 16th note Dotted 8th note and Echo can use 16th note 8th note Quarter note up to x8. Reverse Delay can Quarter note triplet Half note triplet Dotted quarter note use up to x4.
  • Page 126 Effect types and parameters 1 1 • NORMALIZER module Type Parameters Gain Normalizer Adjusts COMP/Lo-Fi module input level.. Parameter descriptions Parameter Setting range Explanation −12~12 Adjusts level. Gain • 3BAND EQ module Type Parameters 3Band EQ For an explanation of types and parameters, see BASS algorithm. • DIMENSION/RESO module Type Parameters Dimension For an explanation of types and parameters, see the STEREO algorithm.. Resonance •...

  • Page 127: Effect Patch List 1

    Z DREAM ZOOM original high gain sound great for leads Z SCREAM ZOOM original high gain sound with balanced low to high frequencies cuts through mix ZOOM's classic lead sound with strong mid-boost and long sustain necessary for soloing LEAD...
  • Page 128 Effect patch list 2 Buddy Guy’s blues sound is dry and overdriven and adds color to any blues lick Every BG EVH1959 Early Eddie Van Halen sound Brian May drive sound recreated using "Z Neos” BrianDrv Sound that Deep Purple’s Ritchie Blackmore used recording “Machine Head” RitchStd Smooth sound used by Carlos Santana in album recording recreated using "BG Crunch" Carlos PeteHW Pete Townshend crunch sound using Hiwatt with clean amp turned all the way up for a powerful tone JW Talk Recreation of the talkbox sound used by Joe Walsh in his “Rocky Mountain Way” solo Kstone Keith Richards’s classic intro sound can be heard in The Rolling Stones’ “Satisfaction” 80’s Metal sound with distinctive midrange based on the Metal Zone RR Mtl SV LEAD Stack sound that boldly cuts through the midrange is good for huge guitar solos...
  • Page 129 Effect patch list 3 Long delay sound for vocals (2-beat at 120 bpm) Long DLY This effect seems to put the entire sound into a small box InTheBOX Limiter effect that is very useful for recording Limiter Preamp tone that is great for recording acoustic guitar AG MIC Doubling sound that gives a stroke more of a pick feeling AG Dub Chorus sound for 12-string guitar...
  • Page 130 Effect patch list 4 Stereo algorithm Patch name Description For single-note synthesizer lead Syn-Lead Phaser for synthesizer/organ OrganPha Boomy distortion for rock organ OrgaRock Beautiful chorus for electric piano EP-Chor ClavFlg Wah for clavinet Concert hall effect for piano Concert Honky-tonk piano simulation Honkey Gives bass drum more power PowerBD Conventional flanger for drums DrumFlng Simulates outdoor live doubling LiveDrum...
  • Page 131 Effect patch list 5 Guitar Bass Keyboard For self-production 1ManBand Vocal Chorus Sequencer Bass drum Standard sounds for recording each drum in a kit StdDrum Snare drum Hi-hat VtgDrum 1970s drum sound with enhanced hi-hat High tom Mid tom Punchy compressed drum sound Low tom EhcdDrum Overhead mics Small percussion Cymbals/bells...
  • Page 132 Effect patch list 6 Send-return effects REVERB Patch name Description TightHal Hall reverb with a hard tonal quality Room reverb with a hard tonal quality BrgtRoom SoftHall Hall reverb with a mild tonal quality LargeHal Simulates the reverberation of a large hall SmallHal Simulates the reverberation of a small hall LiveHous Simulates the reverberation of a club Simulates the reverberation of a rehearsal studio...

  • Page 133: Error Message List

    Error message list If you see a message like “---Error” push the EXIT key. When other errors and messages occur, the displayed screen will automatically close in three seconds. Message Meaning Response Messages that indicate something is missing No Card There is no card inserted. Make sure that an SD card is inserted correctly. Check that the project has not been deleted or moved No Project There is no project.

  • Page 134: Specifications

    96kHz 24bit delta-sigma ADC Digital-analog conversion 96kHz 24bit delta-sigma DAC Display 128 x 64 pixel LCD (with backlight) 8 XLR/standard phone combo jacks Input impedance: (Balanced input) 1KΩ balanced (2 hot) INPUT1~8 (Unbalanced input) 50KΩ unbalanced 1 with Hi-Z, input impedance 1 MΩ (Hi-Z on) Inputs 6 with phantom power Input level: –50 dBm < continuous < +4 dBm Omnidirectional condenser microphones Hardware Built-in mics Gain: -50dBm < continuous < +4dBm Phantom power 48 V, 24 V OUTPUT TRS phone type (balanced) Outputs PHONES Standard stereo phone jack 20 mW x 2 (32Ω load) USB2.0 Hi-Speed (operation as audio interface/control surface/card reader/USB storage) DC 5V 1A AC adapter (ZOOM AD-14) Power Six AA batteries (4.5-hour continuous operation time with backlight set to 15 seconds and phantom power off) Dimensions 376 mm (W) x 237.1 mm (D) x 52.2 mm (H) Weight 1.3 kg...

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the operation of the R24, check the following tips first. suitable value. Problems during playback • If an insert effect is applied to an input, check ◆ No sound, or sound is very weak whether the effect output level (patch level) • Check the connections with the monitoring setting is suitable.

  • Page 136: Upgrading The Firmware

    Copy the rmware upgrade le to the root directory of an SD card. Insert the SD card with the rmware upgrade software le into the R24 (if it is not already in the unit). While pressing and holding turn the POWER switch ON.

  • Page 138: Index

    Index A-B repeat function ....32 Fade in/out ......64 A point .
  • Page 139 PDF: Audio Interface Manual on the included CD. Rhythm functions ....65-76 Rhythm patterns Out points ......29 Changing rhythm pattern names .
  • Page 140 The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 4-4-3 Kandasurugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan Web site: http://www.zoom.co.jp R24-5000-1...

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