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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Alesis MidiVerb 4 Multi Effects Processor. To take full
advantage of the MidiVerb 4's functions, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use,
please read this user's manual carefully.
How To Use This Manual
This manual is divided into the following sections describing the various modes of
the MidiVerb 4. Though we recommend you take time to read through the entire
manual once carefully, those having general knowledge about effects devices should
use the table of contents to reference specific functions.
Chapter 1: Your First Session with the MidiVerb 4. A basic introduction to getting
the unit up and running, auditioning the factory Programs, adjusting levels,
comparing and storing edited Programs.
Chapter 2: Connections. Deals with the necessary preparation before using,
including connections to other components, such as instruments, mixing consoles,
patchbays, and multitrack recorders.
Chapter 3: Overview of Effects. A detailed look at the signal processing capabilities
of the MidiVerb 4 and the concept of multi-effect programming.
Chapter 4: Editing Programs. A guided tour for programming typical single and
multi-effect applications.
Chapter 5: Description of Controls. A "dictionary" of all buttons, connectors, and
parameters. Use this chapter as a quick reference guide when searching for specific
information.
Chapter 6: MIDI Applications. This chapter discusses the various MIDI functions,
such as recalling Programs, realtime modulation of parameters, and Sysex data
transfer.
Chapter 7: Trouble-Shooting. Contains the Trouble-shooting Index, maintenance
and service information, and MIDI implementation chart.
Appendices. MIDI basics, trouble-shooting, maintenance and service information,
MIDI Implementation Chart and an Index.
Conventions
The buttons, knobs, and rear panel connectors are referred to in this manual just as
their names appear on the MidiVerb 4, using all capital letters and in brackets
(Example: [PROG] button, [VALUE] Knob, etc.). When text in the MidiVerb 4's
display is quoted, it is indicated using special typeface (Example: 00 to127,
DELAY}REVERB, etc.).
When something important appears in the manual, an icon (like the one on the left) will
appear in the left margin. This symbol indicates that this information is vital when operating
the MidiVerb 4.
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