Effect Parameters - Zoom 506 BASS Operation Manual

Editing Patches
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The 506 comes with 24 predefined patches that have been programmed at the factory. However, the
506 offers many more possibilities for combining effects in innovative ways. To discover these
possibilities, we recommend that you try out the editing function, which lets you create your own
patches. The mode in which patches can be edited is called the Edit mode.
To switch from normal Play mode to Edit mode, briefly press the EDIT key. Do not keep the EDIT
key depressed, because if the key is held for 1 second, the Bank Hold mode will be activated.
A1
(1) While still in Play mode, select
the patch you wish to edit.

Effect Parameters

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COMP module DIST module
Compressor Distortion Type
The input signal from the bass A total of eight effect types are
guitar is compressed to available, including four
achieve a uniform volume different distortion types and
level. four effects which produce a
C 1 C 9
clean sound without distortion.
Setting range: (C1 – C9)
C 1
(Clean1)
Higher values result in
Clean sound with flat
stronger compression.
response.
C 2
Limiter
(Clean2)
Limits the input signal with Clean sound with lean
midrange.
faster response than the
compressor effect. Serves to t
(Fat)
prevent overload of other
Fat sound with prominent
modules.
midrange.
1 9
Setting range:
(L1 – L9) S
(Slap)
Higher values result in more
Clean sound, ideal for slap
effective limiting.
type playing.
r
(Drive )
Fat Wah
Drive sound with prominent
Wah with wide emphasis
midrange that maintains a
frequency range and a solid,
distinct character also in
fat sound.
ensemble playing.
1
Setting range: (F1 – F8)
U t
(Vintage)
When set in this range, the Husky vintage sound.
emphasized frequency is
u
(Fuzz)
shifted, depending on the
Strongly distorted fuzz
dynamics of the bass guitar
sound.
input. Higher values result in a
more pronounced wah
(Thrash)
effect.
Thrashing metal type sound.
(FP)
Distortion Gain
When this value is selected,
wah can be controlled using Sets the intensity of distortion
the pedal FP01 connected
type effects and the depth of
to the CONTROL IN jack.
clean type effects.
Setting range:
Resonant Wah
Higher values result in
Strongly emphasizes a narrow
stronger distortion or greater
range while varying the
effect intensity.
emphasized frequency. Can be
used as pedal wah or auto
wah.
r 1 r
Setting range: (r1 – r8)
When set in this range, the
effect functions as auto wah.
Higher values result in a
more pronounced auto wah
effect.
r
(rP)
When this value is selected,
wah can be controlled using
the pedal FP01 connected
to the CONTROL IN jack.
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Selecting parameters to change
HINT
As described in "Editing
Patches", parameters to be
edited are selected by repeatedly pressing
the EDIT key, but you can also use the patch
x
Effect module on/off switching
HINT
Each effect module in the 506
can be considered as a single
compact effect device. Adjusting parameters
then is equivalent to selecting the type of
effect device or turning the knobs on an
effect device. What is called a patch
corresponds to a collection of effect devices
connected in various ways and set to ON or
OFF.
As you will know if you have used several
individual effect devices in a performance
before, not all devices will be switched on
all the time. Depending on the mood of the
song and other factors, devices will be
switched on and off in different
combinations. The same applies to the 506.
The on/off timing and combination of effect
modules are important aspects in creating a
certain sound.
Except for the distortion gain (3rd
Immediately after
switching from the Play
C5
mode to the Edit mode, the
parameter cursor flashes at
the highest position
(COMP module),
regardless of which patch
was selected. The COMP
module setting of the
(2) Press the EDIT key to
current patch is shown on
activate the Edit mode.
the display.
ZNR/AMP block
ZNR module
Determines the settings for
Zoom Noise Reduction.
AMP module
Simulates the sonic
characteristics of a bass guitar
amplifier.
Both modules together form
the ZNR/AMP block.
1 3 9
Setting range: (1 – 9)
Higher values result in more
effective noise reduction in
the no-signal condition.
Choose the highest setting
that will remove noise
without making the
instrument sound unnatural
at the trailing edge (when the
sound decays into silence).
A 1 A 9
(A1 – A9)
A1: Amp simulator only is
active.
A2 - A9: ZNR is also used.
Higher values result in more
effective noise reduction.
1 3 0
(1 – 30)
pedals for this purpose. Pressing the patch DOWN pedal (left pedal)
Pressing the patch UP pedal (right pedal) moves the parameter cursor (the selected
moves the parameter cursor (the selected parameter) down.
parameter) up.
parameter cursor position) and patch level is turned on and the minimum value is set.
setting (lowest parameter cursor setting), When the VALUE - key is pressed once in
the flashing parameter cursor indicates that the "effect off" condition, the effect is turned
the corresponding effect module can be on and the maximum value is set.
turned on or off.
The ZNR and AMP modules are turned on 2. Using a shortcut
and off together. When wishing to disable Pressing both VALUE + / - keys together for
them individually, you must do this by an effect module functions as a shortcut.
setting the parameters accordingly. Repeating the shortcut procedure several
times turns the effect off. Performing the
Effect modules can be switched on and off in shortcut when the effect is off turns it on and
three ways. sets the minimum parameter value.
1. Using the VALUE + / - keys 3. Using the patch pedals
When using the VALUE + key to increase Pressing both patch pedals together for an
the parameter value, the setting following effect module turns the effect off. Pressing
the maximum value is the "effect off" setting. both patch pedals together when the effect is
Similarly, when using the VALUE - key to off turns it on and restores the previously
decrease the parameter value, the setting selected parameter value.
before the minimum value is the "effect off"
Effect off indication
setting. When the VALUE + key is pressed
once in the "effect off" condition, the effect
While Edit mode is active, each push of the EDIT key causes the parameter cursor to move one position down.
The flashing position shows which module is selected for editing. The relation between parameter cursor LEDs and modules is
as shown below.
1st parameter cursor LED: COMP module setting
2nd parameter cursor LED: DIST module distortion type setting
3rd parameter cursor LED: DIST module distortion gain setting
4th parameter cursor LED: ZNR and AMP block settings
5th parameter cursor LEDs: EQ module setting
6th parameter cursor LED: MOD module setting
7th parameter cursor LED: DLY/REV module setting
8th parameter cursor LED: PATCH level setting
Use VALUE + / - keys to change parameters.
For an explanation of the various parameters, please refer to the section "Effect Parameters".
When the EDIT key is pressed while the 8th parameter cursor LED flashes, the Edit mode is canceled and the unit returns to
the Play mode.
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(1) Use the EDIT key to
select the parameter
you wish to change.
EQ module MOD module
4band EQ Chorus1
Simple chorus which adds a
Allows boost and cut in the
component with periodically
presence, high, midrange, and
changing pitch to the direct
low range, with 50 available
sound. Suitable for enhancing
settings.
body while maintaining a
1 1 0
Setting range: (1 – 10)
clean sound.
C 1 C 9
Lower values result in a
Setting range:
stronger high-range cut and
low-range boost. Higher values result in a
stronger effect.
1 1 2 0
Setting range: (11 – 20)
Lower values result in a
Chorus2 (Crystal Chorus)
lower boosted frequency.
Distinct ensemble chorus with
2 1 2 4
(21 – 24) depth and ambience.
c 1 c 9
Lower values result in a
Setting range:
stronger presence-range
Higher values result in a
boost.
stronger effect.
2 5
(25)
Yields flat frequency Flanger
response.
Adds a very short delay to the
2 6 3 0
direct sound and varies the
(26 – 30)
delay time periodically,
Higher values result in a
resulting in a peculiar sound
stronger high-range boost.
character.
3 1 4 0
Setting range: (31 – 40)
Setting range:
Higher values result in a
Higher values result in a
higher boosted frequency.
stronger effect.
4 1 5 0
Setting range: (41 – 50)
Synth
Higher values result in a
stronger presence-range
Bass synthesizer sound that is
and low-range boost, giving
controlled by the bass input
a firm, solid sound.
signal. Does not respond to
chord input.
Phase Shift
To prevent unwanted results,
Applies a phase-shifted
you should carefully pick
component to the direct sound.
single tones.
The amount of shift varies
S 1
periodically, giving a Synthesizer sound created
by adding second harmonic
breathing effect.
noise to strong bass
1 9
(synthesizer sound only)
Setting range: (P1 – P9)
S 2
Bright synthesizer sound
Higher values result in a
with pronounced high-range
stronger effect.
resonance (synthesizer
sound only)
. S 3
Soft synthesizer sound with
subdued harmonics
(synthesizer sound only)
S 4 S1 + some direct sound.
S 5
S2 + some direct sound.
S 6
S3+ some direct sound.
S 7
S1+ direct sound 1:1.
S
S2+ direct sound 1:1.
S 9
S3+ direct sound 1:1.
Octaver
Adds a one-octave lower
sound to the direct sound,
making the sound more full-
bodied. Can also be used
together with the chorus
effect. Optional pedal can be
used for controlling the pitch.
0 1 0 6
Setting range:
Higher values result in
stronger lower-octave
sound.
0 7 0 9
Octaver and chorus are used
together. Chorus is fixed, but
higher values result in
stronger lower-octave
sound.
When this value is selected,
the pitch can be controlled
within the range to one
octave higher, using the
pedal FP01 connected to
the CONTROL IN jack.
When this value is selected,
the pitch can be controlled
within the range to one
octave lower, using the
pedal FP01 connected to
the CONTROL IN jack.
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EFFECT OFF=
2 4 2 4
(2) Use the VALUE + / - keys (3) When the 8th parameter cursor LED
to adjust the parameter. is flashing, press the EDIT key to return
to the Play mode.
DLY/REV module
Delay
Conventional digital delay
with a delay time of up to 370
ms. By monitoring this effect
in stereo, you can achieve a
ping-pong delay.
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Setting range: (d1 – d9)
(C1 – C9)
Higher values result in longer
delay time.
Mix and feedback are also
optimized.
Hall Reverb
Simulates the acoustics of a
hall.
(c1 – c9)
H 1 H 9
Setting range: (H1 – H9)
Higher values result in longer
reverb time.
Mix setting is also
optimized.
Room Reverb
Simulates the acoustics of a
room.
1 9
r 1 r 9
(F1 – F9) Setting range:
Setting range: (r1 – r9)
Higher values result in longer
reverb time.
Mix setting is also
optimized.
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Parameter setting shortcut
HINT
Normally, parameter values are set by tapping the
VALUE + or VALUE - key once for each increment.
To allow quick operation in effect modules which contain
more than one effect, you can use the shortcut function which
is activated by pressing both VALUE keys simultaneously. For
example, if you are currently at the "Delay" parameter of the
DLY/REV module and the current setting is "d5", you would
need to press the VALUE + key 18 times to set the "Room"
effect to "r5". However, you can achieve the same effect by
activating the shortcut twice and then pressing the VALUE +
key 4 times.
v
Volume control with FP01
HINT
(01 – 06)
When the optional expression pedal FP01 is
connected to the CONTROL IN jack, it can also be
used for adjusting the output volume of the 506. However, if
the COMP module parameter is set to a range which activates
(07 – 09)
pedal wah for Fat Wah or Resonant Wah, or if the Octaver
parameter in the MOD module is set to pedal pitch (Pu or
Pd), this setting has priority and the pedal controls the effect.
In other cases, the pedal controls the volume between the EQ
module and the MOD module. As opposed to a volume pedal
connected after the 506, the level can be adjusted without
u
affecting the sonic impression of reverb and delay effects.
b
Master level adjustment
HINT
The 506 also lets you set the overall output level,
separately from individual patch levels.
The master level can be adjusted in Play mode, as follows.
Keep both VALUE keys depressed for at least 1 second. The
current master level is then shown on the display for 1 second.
While the level is displayed, you can use the VALUE + / - keys
to change it. The setting range is 0- 50. At "40", the level is
identical to the individual patch level.
The master level setting is not stored by the unit. After the
power has been turned off, the master level must be set again.
A 1
PATCH Level
Patch Level
Allows setting the level of
individual patches.
This setting is stored for each
patch like the effect
parameters.
1 3 0
Setting range: (1 – 30)
Higher values result in
higher level.