Welcome; Introducing The Setup Menu; Open The Setup Menu - Fractal VP4 Owner's Manual

VP4 OWNER'S MANUAL

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the VP4 "Virtual Pedalboard" multi-FX processor from Fractal
Audio Systems. The VP4 offers up to four simultaneous effects with a user-friendly
experience based on traditional pedals. It can be used between your guitar and amp
or modeler for "Pre" effects, or with a modeler or an amp's FX loop for "Post" effects.
There's even a special global mode to enable "4CM" setups.
With hundreds of models from the award-winning Axe-Fx III—like Drives, Delays,
Reverbs, Modulation, Pitch, Plex, EQs, Compressors, Wah, Tremolo, and more—the
VP4 is a versatile new platform for any guitarist or musician looking to add great
effects to their sound.
Uncompromising Sound Quality: True to Fractal Audio's reputation, the VP4 delivers
pristine sound quality, suitable for use on stages or in the studio.
"Fractal-Quality" Effects: The VP4 includes hundreds of different effects (435 as of
this writing!) based on those in the award-winning Axe-Fx III.
104 Presets: Each preset is like a different pedalboard with its own four effects,
effectively allowing one VP4 to replace an entire collection of pedals.
Four Footswitches: These allow classic ON/OFF switching, making it intuitive and
easy to use the VP4 like traditional pedals.
Expression Pedals: Connect up to two expression pedals or switches for real-time
control. The Fractal Audio EV-1 and EV-2 are perfect for use with the VP4.
Advanced Options: While it is designed for simplicity, the VP4 also supports a number
the most popular optional features from our flagship Axe-Fx III, including scenes,
channels, modifiers, expert editing, and more.
Analog I/O with Unity Gain & Analog Bypass: Analog I/O can be used in mono or
stereo and features unity gain. In addition, the unit features optional analog buffered
bypass, which entirely removes all processing from the signal path.
SPDIF digital I/O, USB, MIDI I/O, and more: The VP4 also includes a suite of extra I/O
for enhanced versatility.
VP4-Edit: This comprehensive software editor and librarian makes it easy to manage
and customize your VP4. It is free and can be found on our web site.
Upgradeable Firmware: The VP4 features upgradeable firmware, ensuring that you
always have access to the latest improvements and features.
The VP4 Virtual Pedalboard was designed for musicians—by musicians—to offer great
sound and versatility in an easy-to-use, compact, and reliable unit. We look forward
to the music you will create using the VP4, and we thank you, as always, for choosing
Fractal Audio Systems.
INTRODUCTION
Introducing the Setup Menu
The Setup menu helps you make the most of the VP4.
It contains various global settings, options, utilities, and info, with pages for
Audio, Pedals, Footswitches, MIDI/Remote, Settings, Reset, and System Info.
A detailed guide to every option in the Setup menu begins on

OPEN THE SETUP MENU

 Press ENTER and EXIT together.
 Use PAGE LEFT and PAGE RIGHT
to navigate the menu.
 Press EXIT to go back to wherever you came from.
Changes in SETUP are stored automatically as you make
them. When this happens, the title bar of the VP4 will display
"SAVING...". Do not power while the VP4 is saving, or your
most recent changes could be lost.
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