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EA2.fm 2 A — Z 2005#10A147R &EA FH5H299 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Usage Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS In this manual, symbol are used to highlight warnings and cautions for you to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows: This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, serious injury or Warin death could result. This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. f users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, bodiy injury and damage to the equipment could result. Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the A2. Power requirements Since power consumption of this unit is fairly high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter whenever possible. When powering the unit from batter only alkaline types.

use [AC adapter operation] + Be sure to use only an AC adapter which supplies 9 V DC. 300 mA and is equipped with a "center minus” plug {Zoom AD-0006). The use of an adapter other than the specified type may damage the unit and pose a safety hazard + Connect the AC adapter only to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the adapter. When disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet. always grasp the adapter itself and do not pull at the cable. + During léghining or when not using the unit for an extended period, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet [Battery operation] + Use four conventional IEC R6 (size AA) batteries (alkaline). + The A2 cannot be used for recharging. + Pay close attention to the labelling of the battery to make sure you choose the correct type. When not using the unit for an extended period, remove the batteries from the unit. + Ifbattery leakage has occurred, wipe the battery compariment and the battery terminals carefullÿ 10 remove all remmants of battery fluid + While using the unit, the battery compartiment cover should be closed. Environment To prevent the risk of fire, electric shock or malfunction, avoid using your A2 in environments where it will be exposed to: + Extreme temperatures + Heat sources such as radiators or stoves + High humidity or moisture + Excessive dust or sand + Encessive vibration or shock Handling + Never place objects illed with liquids, such as vases, on the A2 since this can cause electrie shock. + Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the A2 since this can cause fire. + The AZ is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue pressure on the keys and other controls. Also take care not Lo drop the unit and do not subject it Lo shock or excessive pressure. + Take care that no foreign objects (coins or pins etc.) or liquids can enter the unit. Connecting cables and input and output jacks You should always turn off the power Lo the A2 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables. AÏso make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the power cord before moving the A2. Alterations Never open the case of the A2 or attempt 10 modify the product in any way since this can result in damage 10 the unit Volume Do not use the A2 at a loud volume for a long time since this can cause hearing impairment Usage Precautions Electrical interference For safety considerations, the A2 has been designed to provide maximum protection against the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external interference, However, equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic waves should not be placed near the A2, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out entirely. With any type of digital control device, the A2 included, electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning and can corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to minimize the risk of damage. Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the A2. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or damage the surface. Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference. ZOOM A2

Li 4 eA2.fm 3-7 2005#10A14H HA FHSH299 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Usage Precautions Features. Terms Used in This Manual Controls and Functions / Connections . Selecting a Patch Using the Tuner the Rhythm Function g a Patch Storing/Copying Patches Using the Feedback Control . Manual operation of feedbat Automatic detection of feedback frequency Using Manual Mode . Using an Optional Foot Switch or Peda Using the foot switch (FS01) . Using the expression pedal (FP01/FP02) Factory Defauits Linking Effects CONTROL module and GLOBAL module . Effect Types and Parameters How to read the parameter table MODEL . … …. MIC COMP/LIMIT DELAY/REVERE CONTROL GLOBAL A2 Preset Pattern The FCC regulation warning (for U.S.A.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 10 radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: + Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. + Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. + Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. + Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ZOOM A2

j 2005Æ10A14H HA FHSH299 &| Thank you for selecting the ZOOM A2 (simply called the "A2" in this manual). The A2 is a sophisticated effect processor for acoustic guitar with the following features. © Latest technology for top performance Excellent sound quality is assured by signal processing circuitry featuring 96 KHz/24 bit sampling and internal 32-bit processing. Frequency response remains flat to 40 KHz, and signal-to-noise ratio is an amazing 100 dB. © Full array of effects optimized for acoustic guitar Out of a versatile palette of 47 effects, up to eight (including ZNR) can be used simultancously. In addition to standard effects such as compressor and delay/reverb, the A2 offers effects which simulate the sound of famous acoustic guitars, a mic simulator, and other specialized acoustic guitar effects. © Select optimum characteristics for pickups and amps The A2 allows you to select the best frequency response for your pickup and amp. This is great for eliminating sonic problems that can occur when playing an acoustic guitar through a guitar amplifier. © Automatic suppression of acoustic feedback The feedback control feature pinpoints the frequency where acoustic feedback (howling) occurs and provides an efficient cure. The function can be activated by foot switch during a performance. | © Advanced interface Î Rotary selectors and three parameter knobs make operation extremely quick and intuitive. The muting interval when switching patches has been reduced to less than 8 milliseconds, allowing virtually seamless patch changes. © Rhythm function and auto-chromatic tuner Rhythm patterns created from highly realistic PCM sources are convenient for use instead of a metronome during practice or for quick session work. The auto-chromatic tuner designed for guitar makes tuning a snap. © Support for foot switch and expression pedal By connecting an optional foot switch (FS01) to the CONTROL IN jack, you can switch bank: the rhythm tempo, and switch feedback control on and off with your foot. Or use an expre (FPO1/FPO2) to vary the volume or tone in real time. © Dual power supply principle allows use anywhere The A2 can be powered from four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries or an AC adapter. Continuous operating time on batteries is approximately 7.5 hours with alkaline batteries. Please take the time to read this manual carefully, in order to get the most out of your A2 and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. 4 ZOOM A2

Terms Used $ fm SKY 2005#Æ10A147 HE FÉSH2949 in This Manual This section explains some important terms that are used throughout the A2 documentation. in —[moneL} mic courir} | Lo ea Hi ea] zNR |mov/rx |oeLAvREvERS |-> our M Effect module As shown in the illustration above, the A2 can be thought of as a combination of several single effects. Each of these is referred 10 as an effect module Among others, there is a module for ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction), as well as a modeling (sound simulation) module (MODEL), compressor/limiter module (COMP/LIMIT), modulation/special effects module (MOD/EFX). Parameters such as effect intensity can be adjusted for each module individually, and modules can be switched on and off. M Effect type Most effect modules comprise several different effects which are referred to as effect types. For example, the MOD/EFX module comprises chorus, flanger, delay, phaser, and other effect types. Only one of these can be selected at any time. M Effect parameter AI effect modules have various parameters that can be adjusted. These are called effect parameters. In the A2, effect parameters are adjusted with the parameter knobs 1 - 3. Similar Lo the knobs on a compact effect, these change aspects such as tonal character and effect intensity. Which parameter is assigned 10 each knob depends on the currently selected effect module and effect type. mPatch In the A2, effect module combinations are stored and called up in units referred to as patches. À patch comprises information about the on/off status of each effect module, about the effect type used in each module, and about effect parameter settings. The internal memory of the A2 holds 80 patches (40 of these can be rewritten by the user). © Bank and area A group of ten patches is called a bank. The memory of the A2 comprises a total of eight banks, labelled À 0 d'and 0 to 3. Banks A - d form the user area which allows read/vrite patches. Banks 0 10 3 are the preset area of read-only. The patches within each bank are numbered 0 through 9. To specify a patch, you use the format AL" (patch number 1 from bank A), "06" (patch number 6 from bank 0), etc. = Modes The A2 has the following operation modes. © Play mode In this mode, patches can be selected and played. © Manual mode In this mode, you play your instrument while using the foot switches to turn the MOD/EFX module or the feedback control function on and off. The mode also is used for automatic detection of acoustic feedback frequency © Edit mode In this mode, the effect parameters of a patch can be edited (changed). Operating the A2 on batteries À. Turn the A2 over and open the cover of the battery compartment on the bottom.

2. Insert four fresh IEC R6

3. Close the cover of

(size AA) batteries. the battery compartment. e Push the cover in until the A2 Four IEC R& tom view AS Size AA) batteries latch audibly snaps into place. Latoh D Insert batteries facing RS @ in altemate directions. Latch Use four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries. Press the latch to release S © When the batteries are getting low, the it and then raise the cover. indication "bt" appears on the display. ZOOM A2

Module selector Switches between play / manual mode and edit mode. De In edit mode, the knob selects the module for operation: ) x BANK [-J/[+] keys à AE CY In play / manual mode, the keys serve for directly mé en an switching to the next lower or higher bank. 7 In edit mode, the keys switch the effect type for the ) @ © currently selected module. [STORE] key Serves for storing edited patches in memory. ee o eo] ©} Vu l [TINPUT] jack Serves for connecting of an acoustic guitar with a pickup, an electroacoustic guitar, or an electric guitar. Æ About HI-GAIN mode When using a magnetic pickup, a single-coil electric guitar, or any other pickup with low output level, the input gain of the A2 can be increased by selecting the HI-GAIN mode. To start the A2 in HI-GAIN mode Turn power on while holding down the [ W] foot switch. The indication "Hi-GAin” scrolls on the display, and input gain will be set to a higher value. NOTE The input gain setting is not stored in memory and will be canceled when the unit is turned off. Perform the above procedure every time at power-on, as needed. Acoustic guitar [OUTPUT/PHONES] jack | This stereo phone jack can be used for connection to a guitar amplifier or hi-fi system. It is also possible to use a Y cable for sending the output to two amplifiers, or to plug a pair of stereo headphones into this jack. Headphones PA system 6 ZOOM A2

[Parameter knobs 1 - 3 These knobs allow changing the value of effect parameters or the level of the overall patch. During rhythm playback, the knobs let you select a pattern, set the tempo, and adjust the rhythm volume. [MANUAL] key Switches between play mode and manual mode. The key is lit when the A2 is in manual mode. Display Shows patch numbers, setting values, and other information about operating the A2. [VIA] foot switches These switches serve for selecting patches, turning effect modules on and off, controlling the tuner, and other L/ functions.

Rear Panel AG adapter [DC 9V] jack An AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006) with a rated output of 9 volts DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) can be plugged into this jack. [POWER] switch | Turns the unit on and off. [CONTROL IN] jack Serves for connection of the optional foot switch (FSO1) or expression pedal (FPO1/FP02). ps FPO1/FPO2 = Fs01 ZOOM A2

| fm 8-2 2005#Æ#10A141 ÀMEA FHSH29$ +||@ Selecting a Patch While playing your instrument, try out various patches to see what the A2 can do. © Turn power on + Use a shielded cable with mono phone plug to connect your guitar to the [INPUT] jack of the A2. + To power the A2 from the AC adapter, plug the adapter into a wall outlet and plug the cable from the adapter into the [DC IN] jack on the A2. + Set the [POWER] switch on the rear panel of the A2 to ON. e Turn the playback system on and adjust the volume to a suitable position. F1 Set the A2 to play mode e Ifthe Module selector is set to a posi other than "PLAY", set it to "PLAY". The bank and patch that were selected when the power was last turned off will appear on the display. Bankname Patch number HINT immediately after turning the A2 on, the unit wi be in play mode, even if the Module selector is set to a position other than “PLAY”. €) Select a patch e To switch the patch, press one of the [V]/[A] foot switches. Pressing the [ W] foot switch calls up the next lower patch, and pressing the [A] foot switch calls up the next higher patch. Repeatedly pressing one foot switch cycles through patches in the order AO — A9 … d0 — d9 — 00 —09 … 30 — 39 —> A0, or the reverse order. 8 ZOOM A2

Parameter knob 2 Adijusts the MIX parameter of the DELAY/REVERB module (the level of the effect sound mixed to the orignal sound). ‘When you turn a Parameter knob, the corresponding LED lights up and the display briefly shows the current value of the respective parameter. NOTE + Ifthe MOD/EFX module or DELAY/REVERB module is set to off for the currently selected patch (display shows "oF"), the respective parameter knobs (1 or 2) have no effect. + Changes made here are temporary and will be lost when you select another patch. To retain the changes, store the patch (> p. 16). + Besides the individual patch levels, the A2 also allows adjusting the master level. This setting affects all patches (> p. 33). O3 Directly selecting a bank + To select the banks A - d, 0 - 3 directly, use the BANK [-J/[+] keys. Pressing the BANK [-] key calls up the next lower bank, and pressing the BANK [+] key calls up the next higher bank. ZOOM 42 9 QE + #1

à EA2.fm I0N—> 2005#10A141 REA FÉSH299 Using the Tuner The A2 incorporates an auto-chromatic tuner. To use the tuner function, the built-in effects must be bypassed (temporarily turned off) or muted (original sound and effect sound turned off). © Switch to bypass or mute + Setting the A2 to the bypass condition In play mode (or manual mode), press both [Y [A] foot switches together briefly and release. + Setting the A2 to the mute condition In play mode (or manual mode), press both [W/J/LA] foot switches together and hold for at least 1 second. ÂÀ Patch change at bypass/mute When you press both [W]/[A] foot switches together while playing your instrument, the bypass/mute condition is activated. However, the sound may change momentarily just before the condition is activated. This is because the A2 switches to the next higher or lower patch when one of the foot switches is pressed slightly earlier. (When you cancel the bypass/mute condition, the original patch number will be active again.) This kind of behavior is not a defect. It is due to the very high speed at which the A2 responds to patch switching. To prevent the sound change caused by the above condition, do not produce sound with your instrument until the bypass/mute condition is fully established.

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€ Adjusting the reference pitch of the tuner If required, you can fine-adjust the reference pitch of the A2 tuner. The default setting after power-on is center À = 440 Hz. 2EVRIT sa D AE C ONE x Lou nou GG oi a—æ

The current reference pitch is shown. The adjustment range is 35 — 45 (center A = 435 to 445 Hz). + While the reference pitch value is shown, turn parameter knob 1 to adjust it. TEE

When you release the parameter knob, the display indication will return to the previous condition after a while. NOTE Ven you turn the A2 off and on again, the reference pitch setting will be reset to 40 (center À = 440 Hz). 3 Return to play mode + Press one of the [V]/[A] foot switches. The right side of the display Pitchis high Pitchis correct Pitch is low shows a symbol that indicates Li, by how much the tuning is off. - (= . — \ 4 1. SX ÿ L — = Ne Tune other strings in the Indication turns faster the more same way. the pitch is off. ZOOM A2 11 dun as 2005#10A141 &HA FÉ5H299 &|| QE + #1

Using the Rhythm Function The A2 has a built-in rhythm function that plays realistic drum sounds in various patterns. The rhythm function is available in play mode or in the bypass/mute condition. f1 Set the A2 to play mode (or manual mode) + Ifthe Module selector is set to a position other than "PLAY", set it to "PLAY". play mode and manual mode. mon e__ mot

@ Start the rhythm function + To start the rhythm function, press the RHYTHM [> /] key. While the rhythm is playing, the NOTE DEA IREVERE mode 1 out to of. & Select a rhythm pattern The A2 has 40 built-in rhythm patterns. For more information on the pattern contents, see the back cover of this manual. + To continuously switch rhythm patterns, turn parameter knob 1. + To select the next higher or next lower rhythm pattern, press one of the BANK [-Y/[+] keys. When the above steps are carried out, the current rhythm pattern number (01 — 40) is briefly shown on the display. 12 ZOOM A2 +- -tle

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| & EA2.fm 13N—> 2005#10A141 HA FÉSH299 Using the Rhythm Function 3 Adjust the rhythm volume + To adjust the rhythm volume, turn parameter knob 3. ‘When you turn the parameter knob, the current setting (0 — 30) is shown on the display. 6 Adjust the tempo The rhythm pattern tempo can be adjusted in the range of 40 — 250 BPM (beats per minute). e To continuously change the rhythm tempo, turn parameter knob 2. + By connecting a foot switch (FS01) to the [CONTROL IN] jack and assigning the "tap tempo" function to it, you can specify the tempo by tapping the foot switch in the desired interval (— p 21). When you tap the foot switch the first time, the current tempo setting is shown. The setting is then adjusted automatically at the second and subsequent taps. While the above steps are carried out, the current tempo value (40 - 250) is shown on the display. For values in the range from 100 to 199, a dot is shown in the center. For values of 200 and above, dots are shown in the center and at right. SIT, (Lot LL 4 L D Roue are shown Dot is shown Tempo = 120 BPM Tempo =240 BPM G Stop the rhythm + To stop the rhythm, press the RHYTHM [b-/M] key. The A2 returns to the previous condition. ZOOM A2 13 Wt- + +1

Editing a P 2005#10A141 &HA FÉ5H299 atch The patches of the A2 can be freely edited by changing the effect parameter settings. Try editing the currently selected patch to create your own sound. O Select the effect module + Turn the Module selector to select the effect module to edit. The following settings are available. () MODEL module @ © @) MIC module ) 1080 HIEQ zur (7) @) COMP/LIMIT module‘ ,{@# (4) LO EQ module @) me & ES module () non ) module (7) MOD/SFX module rx (8) DELAY/REVERB module (2) CONTROL module (10) GLOBAL module REVERS “CONTROL GLOBAL When you set the Module selector to a position s) other than "PLAY", the A2 switches to edit mode, and the effect type currently selected for the respective module is shown. In edit mode, a dot appears in the bottom right of the display. { Dotindicates that OX unit is in edit mode HINT._ You can switch to edit mode from play mode or manual mode. Effect type To switch an effect module on and off + To switch the selected effect module between on and off, press one of the [W]/[A] foot switches. When the module is off, the indication "oF" appears on the display. (2) peur (8) peur vas

HINT CONTROL and GLOBAL are special modules that serve for making settings that affect the entire unit, such as selection of pedal operation. These modules cannot be switched on/off.

5 Terminate the edit mode NOTE + To terminate the edit mode and return to the play mode, set the Module selector to the "PLAY" position. A2 returns to play mode (or manual mode). When you select another patch after editing, the changes you have made in edit mode will be lost unless you store the patch first. To retain the changes, store the patch as described on page 16. [4] Change the parameter value ° To change the setting value of effect parameters, use the parameter knobs 1-3. Which parameter is assigned to a knob depends on which effect module/effect type is selected (= p. 27-34). ‘When you turn a parameter knob, the corresponding LED lights up and the display briefly shows the current value of the respective parameter. Dino]

NOTE When a module that is set to off is o selected, the display shows “oF". fSelect the effect type + To switch the effect type of the selected module, use the BANK [-J/[+] keys. NOTE * When you press the BANK [-J/+] O keys while a module is set to off, the module is switched on. + If you press the BANK [-J/{+] keys for a module that has only one effect type, nothing happens. ZOOM A2

oring/Copying Patches An edited patch can be stored in a bank of the user area (A - d). It is also possible to store an existing patch in another location to create a copy. On play mode, manual mode, or edit mode, press the [STORE] key. + The bank and patch number are shown on the display as a flashing indication. & NOTE Patches of banks in the preset area (0 —

3) are read-only. No patches can be

stored or copied into these locations. If you press the [STORE] key while a patch from the preset area is selected, the patch "A0" (bank À, patch number 0) will be selected automatically as default store/copy target. A Select the store/copy target bank e To select the store/copy target bank, use the BANK [-J/[+] keys. COR [AN - -LLf-

6 To cancel the store process + To cancel the store process, operate the Module selector before pressing the [STORE] key again (step{3). am m0 2EVIEIT TOME O3 Press the [STORE] key once more + When the store/copy process is completed, the unit returns to the previous mode, with the target patch being selected. & Specify the store/copy target patch number + To specify the store/copy target patch number, use the [V]/[A] foot switches. & ZOOM A2 Wt- + +1

| 8 EA2fm 18X—> 2005#10H14H ME FÉSH20$ Using the Feedback Control The feedback control function of the A2 allows automatic or manual detection of the frequency range where acoustic feedback occurs. This frequency range is then attenuated to eliminate feedback. yields best reduction of acoustic feedback Manual operation of feedback control

2EVIRIT This section describes how to detect the feedback frequency manually. n AT

1. Set the Module selector to

"GLOBAL". 3. When the setting is complete, return the Module selector to the "PLAY" position. c Ô When the GLOBAL module is selected, LS parameter knob 2 can be used to adjust the feedback control parameter (FEEDBACK HINT FREQ). The following settings are available. +_ If you select A" in step 2, the automatic feedback frequency detection stars. During the process, the 0 indication "SC" (Scan) is shown on the display. : ce " +_The feedback control setting applies to all patches, This turns the feedback control function off. and the most recent value is always active. There is When this setting is selected, the foot switch no need to store the setting can be used in play mode or manual mode to turn the function on and perform automatic detection of feedback frequency. eat Feedback frequency is detected automatically, and the respective range is attenuated. 1-30 This allows you to manually set the feedback frequency. Higher setting values correspond to higher frequency.

2. Turn parameter knob 2 to set the

feedback frequency, using the setting range from 1 - 30. The frequency range corresponding to the selected value will be cut. Select the value that 18 ZOOM A2 | I &

Using the Feedback Control Automatic detection of feedback frequency The A2 can automatically detect the frequency range where acoustic feedback is occurring. If acoustic feedback should suddenly occur during a performance, you can simply hit the foot switch to turn the function on and suppress the feedback sound. This is possible both in play mode and manual mode.

1. Refer to the section "Manual

operation of feedback control" and set the FEEDBACK FREQ value to “OF" or" When you select the "oF" setting for the FEEDBACK FREQ value, the feedback control function is off, but it can be turned on by pressing the [A] foot switch (in manual mode only) or an external foot switch. The setting will change to "AL" and feedback frequency detection starts automatically. When you select the "At" setting for the FEEDBACK FREQ value, the feedback control function is on. In this condition, pressing the foot switch twice initiates automatic detection of feedback frequency. HINT In manual mode, you can change the FEEDBACK FREQ value by tuming parameter knob 1

2. To automatically detect the feedback

frequency while playing your guitar, proceed as follows. Min play mode Use an external foot switch (FSO1) connected to the [CONTROL IN] jack. Press the foot switch to turn feedback control on. NOTE If no external foot switch is connected, feedback control cannot be switched on and off in play mode. Æin manual mode Press the [A] foot switch to turn feedback control on. In either case, automatic feedback frequency detection starts when the function is turned on. The indication "SC" appears on the display. To repeat the automatic detection process, press. the [A] foot switch (in manual mode) or the external foot switch twice to turn the feedback control function first off and then on again. Automatic detection will then be performed once more. HINT You can use the optional expression pedal (FPO1/ FPO2) to adjust the feedback control frequency with your foot (setting range 1 - 30). For information about making foot switch or pedal settings, see pages 21 -

| 8 eA2.fm 20K—% 2005Æ10AR14A HA FH5H294 Using Manual Mode The condition where the foot switches are used to switch the MOD/EFX module or the feedback control function on and off during play is called "manual mode”.

1. in play mode, select a patch. 3. To switch feedback control between

When you enter manual mode, the [ W J/[A] foot on and off, press the [A] foot switch. switches are assigned different functions and The operation of the unit when the [A] foot cannot be used to select patches. Therefore you ch is pressed depends on feedback control should select the patch to use before entering setting value manual mode. ©0F When you press the foot switch, the unit automatically detects the feedback frequency and attenuates it. Pressing the foot switch once more turns feedback control off. eat When you press the foot switch, the feedback control function is turned off. When you press the foot switch once more, the function is turned on again, the unit automatically detects the feedback frequency and attenuates it. _n

2. Press the [MANUAL] key.

The [MANUAL] key lights up, and the A2 switches to manual mode. In manual mode, the switches and knobs on the panel function as follows.

2 2 e1-30 LO M o Or Each time you press the foot switch, the S S feedback control is switched back and forth LV] foot switoh [A] foot switch between on and off. When it is on, the feedback Switches the Switches the frequency as specified by this numeric setting MOD/EFX feedback control will be attenuated. module on and function on and of. of 4. To switch the MOD/EFX module Parameter knob 1 between on and off, press the [V] TEE Switches the feedback foot switch. fé control function onvoff | and allows manual 5. To return to play mode, press the mi setting of feedback IMANUAL] key. © GED frequency. . The [MANUAL] key goes out and the A2 returns to play mode. HINT +_The other controls of the unit operate in the same way as in play mode. *_ In manual mode, you can also activate edit mode by SUD tuning the Module selector. 20 ZOOM A2

The A2 is equipped with a [CONTROL IN] jack designed for connection of an optional foot switch or expression pedal. This Using the foot switch (FS01) Connecting the optional foot switch FSO1 to the [CONTROL IN] jack allows functions such as switching banks, performing tap tempo input, and switching the feedback control function on and off.

1. Plug the cable from the FS01 into the

ICONTROL IN] jack, and then turn the A2 on.

2. Set the Module selector to the

The A2 goes into edit mode. You can now make settings for the expression pedal and foot switch

3. Turn parameter knob 2 to select one

of the following functions for the foot switch. ction explains how to use these accessories.

© bP (bypass/mute) The foot switch controls bypass or mute on/off. This has the same effect as pressing both [ W]/ [A] foot ches at the same time in play mode or manual mode. @tP (tap tempo) Pressing the foot switch repeatedly can be used to set the interval for the rhythm function or to make settings for effect parameters supporting the tap function. © bU (bank up) Each push of the foot switch switches to the next higher bank. This has the same effect as pressing the BANK [+] key. © rH (rhythm on/off) The foot switch controls start/stop of the rhythm function. This has the same effect as pressing the RHYTHM [B>-/M] key. © dH (delay hold) The foot switch controls on/off of the delay hold function. When a patch using the hold function is selected, pressing the foot switch Original sound Delay sound

Foot switch is pressed == Foot switch is pressed again ZOOM A2

à EA2.fm 22N—7 2005#10A141 HA FÉSH299 will activate hold, causing the current delay sound to be repeated (see illustration below). Pressing the foot switch once more cancels the hold condition, and the delay sound will decay normally. © dM (delay input mute) The foot switch controls input mute on/off for the DELAY module. © Mn (manual mode) The foot switch toggles between play mode and manual mode. This has the same effect as pressing the [MANUAL] key. © Fb (feedback control) The foot switch toggles the feedback control function between on and off. This has the same effect as pressing the [À] foot switch in manual mode. For details on the feedback control function, see page 18 HINT For information on effect parameters supporting the tap function, see pages 27 - 34. To use the hold function, an effect type that supports the hold function must be selected in the patch. For details, see pages 27 - 34. While the DELAY/REVERB module is set to hold or mute, the dot in the center of the display flashes.

4. Use the foot switch in play mode or

manual mode. The switch operates according to the selected setting. This setting applies to all patches, and the most recent value is always active. There is no need to store the setting. LELELEL_LELaLaLaLaLaLZLaLgaL_aLLaLaagagcgac Using the expression pedal (FPO1/FP0O2) Connecting an expression pedal (FPO1/FP02) to the [CONTROL IN] jack allows using it as a volume pedal or as a real-time controller for effect parameters. The function assignment for the expression pedal can be saved for each patch individually. For information on parameters that can be adjusted with the expression pedal, refer to pages 27-34.

1. Plug the cable from the expression

pedal into the [CONTROL IN] jack, and then turn the A2 on.

2. Select the patch for which you want

to use the expression pedal.

3. Set the Module selector to the

"CONTROL" position. The A2 goes into edit mode.

4. Turn parameter knob 1 to select one

of the following modulation targets for the expression pedal. Dom] e0F Pedal is inactive. evL Volume e CU, Cd, CH, CL COMP/LIMIT module

The expression pedal setting is stored as part of the patch. | 7 6. Select the patch in play mode and 7 operate the expression pedal. The selected function can be used. In the bypass condition, the pedal always functions as a volume pedal, regardless of the selection made in step 4. ZOOM A2 23 |

| 8 eA2.fm 24% 2005Æ10AR14A HA FH#5H294 Restoring Factory Defaults In the factory default condition, the patches of the user area (AO - d9) contain the same settings as the patches of the preset area (00 - 39). Even after overwriting the user patches, their original content can be restored in a single operation ("AI Initialize” function)

1. Turn the A2 on while holding down

the [STORE] key. The indication "AL" appears on the display. ax bosroi [I | ML i-

2. To carry out the AI Initialize function,

press the [STORE] key once more. All patch settings are returned to the factory default condition, and the unit switches to play mode. To cancel All Initialize, press the

RHYTHM [D/] key instead of the [STORE] key. _n NOTE Î When you carry out AIl Initialize, any newly created patches that were stored in the user area will be deleted (overwritten). Perform this operation with care to prevent losing any patches that you want to keep. 24 ZOOM A2

The patches of the A2 can be thought of as eight serially linked effect modules, as shown in the illustration below. You can use all effect modules together or selectively set certain modules to off to use just specific effect modules, Effect module MODEL COMP/LIMIT Ê LOEQ À HIEQ À Ÿ MOD/EFX | DELAY/REVERS } MARTIN MIC COMPRESSOR LOEQ HIEQ ZNR CHORUS HALL DRERDNOUGHT LMTER Lo Hi stereo ROOM isSoNsuPER ParaMera | | PañañErRIe CHORUS JUMEO Ed Eû sPAnG CHORUS

REFLEGTION DOBRO DETUNE NATIONAL * Manufacturer names and product names PHASER MULTI TAP DELAY ioned in thi DELAY Resopnone | Mentioned in this table are trademarks or ATOUT registered trademarks of their respective owners. Echo TUBE PRE AP ï ï TREMOLO The names are used only to ilustrate sonic PNGPONG DE characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation step with ZOOM CORPORATION. For some effect modules, you can select an effect type from several possible choices. For example, the MOD/EFX module comprises CHORUS, FLANGER, and other effect types from which you can choose one. The MODEL module is an effect for simulating the sound of various types of acoustic guitars. Switching effect types here means selecting different guitar body sounds. CONTROL module and GLOBAL module Besides the above modules, the A2 also incorporates a CONTROL module and GLOBAL module. The CONTROL module comprises settings such as expression pedal and foot switch function allocation, as well as the master level that applies to all patches. The GLOBAL module lets you optimize the A2 characteristics to fit the requirements of pickup and guitar amp. It contains the following settings. © AMP SELECT This parameter serves to optimize the frequency response of the A2 to fit the type of amplifier. It can be helpful to reduce the trebly sound that can be a problem when playing an acoustic guitar with a pickup through an amplifier. Settings with different effect depth are available for Combo, Stack, and other amp types. © PICKUP SELECT This parameter serves to optimize the frequency response of the A2 to fit the type of pickup. It can also be used as a simulator for turning the sound of an electric guitar into that of an acoustic guitar. ZOOM A2

Expression pedal A pedal icon (2 ) in the listing indicates a parameter that can be controlled with the expression pedal (FPOt/FPO2) Specify the respective module as modulation target for the expression pedal (+ p. 22), and then select the respective effect type of the module. The parameter can then be controlled in real time with a connected expression pedal. Tap A tap icon (@TAP ) in the listing indicates a parameter that can be set by repeatedily hitting (tapping) the foot switch (FSO1). The tap function must have been assigned to the foot switch beforehand (- p. 21), and a module that includes this parameter must be on. In edit mode, tapping the foot switch wi cause the respective parameter to be set according to the tapping interval (modulation cycle, delay time, etc). In play mode and manual mode, tapping the foot switch will cause the TIME parameter of the delay effect type in the DELAY/REVERB module to be temporarily changed. (In play mode and manual mode, only the delay effect in the DELAY/REVERB module can be controlled by tap input.) Hold A hold icon (== HOLD } in the listing indicates an effect type for which hold can be turned on and off with the foot switch (FS01). Set the foot switch function to *dH" (delay hold) (-- p. 21) for the respective patch. When this patch is then selected in play mode or manual mode, the hold function can be switched on and off by pressing the foot switch

Effect Types and Parameters Ï MODEL module This module provides 12 types of acoustic guitar and mic preamp simulations. nov) * Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this table are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. The names are used only to ilustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. ld EMd MARTIN DREADNOUGHT Simulation of the MARTIN D-28, one of the most popular acoustic guitar. Lu, EG GIBSON SUPER JUMBO Simulation of the GIBSON SJ-200, known as the "King of Flat-Tops”.

EMMA MARTIN AUDITORIUM

Simulation of the MARTIN 000-18 with a small-sized body and clear sound. Dr Gr GIBSON ROUND SHOULDER Simulation of the GIBSON J-45 that has a warm and rich sound. EE Be TACOMA Simulation of the TACOMA C3C that has a unique body and sound. ou Mo OVATION Simulation of the OVATION ADAMAS that has a unique round backed body. a 5 Esny NYLON Simulation of the NYLON guitar sound that is suitable for Bossa Nova music. REIMS MACCAFERRI Simulation of the SELMER MACCAFERRI that is known for its gypsy jazz sound. 35 db DOBRO Simulation of the DOBRO MODEL 27 with a wood body and metal resonator. 7 AE Int NATIONAL Ÿ Simulation of the NATIONAL RESO-PHONIC STYLE O with a brass body and metal resonator. Î r £ BrE RESOPHONIC ZOOM original resonator guitar sound with strong character. AITabove effect types have the same parameters. Over“ 0-98, 1.0 @TONE 0-10 O!EEL 2-98, 1.0 ts the so a Adjusts the signal level after passing the Adjusts the simulation intensity, 2%, Adiusts the sound quality Ads EPP TUBE PRE AMP. ZOOM original tube preamplifier sound that allows adjusting the balance from an all solid-state path to a tube-based| preamp. O TUE BLEND 0 - 08, 1.0 @TONE 0-10 O:eE 2-98,1.0 Adjusts the amount of tube sound N ji “Adjusts the signal level after passing the blended into the signal. Adjusts the sound quality module. ZOOM A2 27

Effect Types and Parameters Ï MIC module This module simulates mic directional characteristics when recording the acoustic guitar type selected with the MODEL module by microphone. LC MIC Simulates the sound that is recorded by microphone. You can select the mic type and position. Omc TYPE |dy,Co @pPosrrion 0-2 @mc DISTANCE |0 - 2 Lets you select different microphone |. [Leis you select different microphone characteristies according 10 sound characteristies according 10 sound Selects the mic type. "dy" simulates the pickup position. The following settings | |pickup distance. The following settings frequency response of a dymamie mic | |PCkUP pos sg tn and Co simulates (he frequency 0: Mic in front of soundhole 0: Mic near the guitar response of a cndenser mic, 1: Mic near the 15th fret 1: Mic about 50cm away 2! Mic near the 124h fret 2: Mic about 1m away nf COMP/LIMIT (Compressor/Limiter) module This module includes a compressor that keeps the overall signal level within a certain range by attenuating high-level signal components or boosting low-level signal components, and a limiter that suppresses peak components. CPGP: COMPRESSOR The compressor attenuates high-level signal components and boosts low-level signal components to keep the overall signal level within a certain range. OsENsE 0-10 @aTTack 1-10 O:EEL 2-98, 1.0 x Adjusts the time between the sound Adjusts he compresso attack point and the start of Adjusts the signal level after passing the t compression. Higher setting values module. 7 result in higher sensitivity. result in faster compression action. L'EMI LIMITER This is a limiter that suppresses signal peaks above a certain reference level. QrHrEsSHoLD 0-10 @rario 1-10 Q:EEL 2-98, 1.0 Adjusts the Timiter intensity. Higher setting values result in stronger compression of the input signal. Adjusts the signal level after passing the module. Adjusts the reference signal level for the limiter action

LO EQ module This is an equalizer for the low frequency range. You can select either a 3-band equalizer or parametric equalizer. LEMLE LO EQ (Low EQ) This is a 3-band equalizer that adjusts the frequency range below 500 Hz. Os #12 (200 #12 (3 EE #12 60 Hz, shelving type equalizer 320 Hz, peaking type equalizer 500 Hz, peaking type equalizer L PISEPI LO PARAMETRIC EQ (Low Parametric EQ) This is a parametric equalizer that adjusts the frequency range below 600 Hz. O7rrE 1,2, SH A FREQUENCY | See Table 1 Ocan #12 Selects the type of fer. "1 gives a peakin type filter with narrow Q, "2" gives a peakine|_|Selects a frequency within the range of type filter with wide Q, and "SH" produces a | _|50 — 600 Hz shelving type LO EQ. Adjusts the gain 28 ZOOM A2

O2 #12 (2 LESC #12 O7 #12

1.2 KHz, peakine type equalizer 6.3 kHz, peaking type equalizer 12 KHz, shelving type equalizer.

PIRE HI PARAMETRIC EQ (High Parametric EQ) This is a parametric equalizer for the frequency range above 800 Hz. OrrE 1,2, SH MFREQUENCY see Tabie2 | | ©) GAIN 412 Selects the type of filter. "1" gives a peakin type filter with narrow Q, "2" gives a peaking| | Selects a frequency within the range of , type filter with wide Q, and "SH" produces a || 800 Hz — 10 kHz. Adjusts the gain shelving type HI EQ. [able 2] Display 80 2.0 4.0 8.0 10 Frequency 800Hz 2kHz kHz 8kHz 10kHz ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) module ù This module serves for reducing noise during playing pauses. ne ne ZNR (Z0OM Noise Reduction) ZOOM original noise reduction which reduces noise in playing pauses without affecting the overall tone. Q rHresHoin 1-16 Adjusts the sensitiity. For maximum noise reduction, set the value as high as possible without causing the sound to decay unnaturally

MOD/EFX (Modulation/Effects) module Comprises modulation and delay effects such as chorus, wah, delay, and echo. CHIICH CHORUS This effect mixes a variable pitch-shifted component to the original signal, resulting in full-bodied resonating sound. Over 0-98, 1.0 QMATE 1-50 O"x 0-98, 1.0 Ajust the modulation depth A Ads tie moduation ra. | AGE le Ie eee sound

This is a stereo chorus with clear sound.

TEIMCE CHORUS ENSEMBLE

This is a chorus ensemble with complex undulation:. ZOOM A2 29

Effect Types and Parameters Ï The two effect types on the preceding page have the same parameters. Over“ 0-98, 1.0 QT 1-50 om"x 0-98, 1.0 Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the modulation rate. sound mixed to the original sound. Ar Bar AIR Simulates the ambience of a room, giving the sound spatial depth. Oz 2-98, 1.0 @TONE 0-10 Oom"x 0-98, 1.0 Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the spatial width. Adjusts the sound quality. sound mixed to the original sound. FLMEE FLANGER This effect produces a resonating and strongly undulating sound. -10--1,0, (1 LEA 0-98, 1.0 QT 0-50 @ RESONANCE) non ‘Adjusts the modulation depth. 2% GTAP Adjusts the modulation rate. | [Adjusts the modulation resonance intensity -SbsrS RESONATOR Emphasizes a specific frequency, and produces an undulating sound such as from a resonator guitar. lt is possible to| use this effect as pedal wah too. [1] FREQUENCY |: -50 a RESONATOR LEVEL | 0 — 98, 1.0 [3] DIRECT LEVEL|0 - 98, 1.0 2%, Adjusts the frequency that is emphasized. When an expression ts the mixing balance of the effect || Adjusts the mixing balance of the pedal is used, the effect is the original sound. same as pedal wah. (ds) dL dE DELAY Î This is a delay with a maximum setting of 5000 ms.

This effect simulates a tape echo. The above two effect types have the same parameters. Or" 1-99, 10-50 | |ÉDFEEDBACK |0-08, 10 O"x 0-98, 1.0 “Grap_Adjusts the delay time. In the range from 10 — 900 ms, the adjustment is made in 10-ms Adjusts the level of the effect steps (1 — 99). For 1 second and Adjusts the feedback amount. sound mixed to the original above, the adjustment is made in soun 100-ms steps (1.0 — 5.0): r à Ml REVERSE DELAY Produces a sound like a tape played in reverse. 1-99, 1.0- QO7'vE 28 QFEEosACK |0-08, 1.0 @BALANCE |0-08,10 GnP dus the delay de. Inthe range from 10 990 ms, the adjustment is made in 10-ms : Adjusts the balance between steps (199). For 1 second and | | Adiust the fecdback amount original sound and effect sound. above, the adjustment is made in 100-ms steps (1.0 - 2.5). 30 ZOOM A2

Effect Types and Parameters Ï dE Da DETUNE This effect mixes a pitch-shifted component to the original signal, resulting in resonating sound such as from a 12- String guitar. -15--1,0, (1 LEA 155 @TONE 0-10 om"x 0-98, 1.0 Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the modulation depth. Adjusts the sound quality. sound mixed to the original sound.

This effect produces sound with a pulsating character. O@Qcoior 1-4 QMATE 0-50 @ RESONANCE 0-10 Adiust the type of sound 2 GP Adiuss ie modulation rar, | [ASE he modulation resonance

This effect varies wah in accordance with playing intensity. O sens -10--1,1-10| | RESONANCE 0 - 10 © DIRECT MIX |0-08, 1.0 2%. Adi the feet sens. | |Adjust the resonance ofthe sound. | A eee OT Re og sou t- IE TREMOLO This effect periodically varies the volume: DEPTH - RATE - WAVE uo-ue, o 0-88,10 2] 0-50 (] do - d9, 10-19 Allows selection of the modulation waveform. Available settings are "u" 7 : (rising sawtooth), "d” (falling sawtooth), Adjusts the modulation depth. AA OTAP Adjusts the effect rate. and“ (Hanguler). Higher seting values result in more clipping of wave peaks, which reinforces the effect. SE BSt STEP Special effect for acoustic guitar that changes the sound in a staircase pattern. (1 LEA 0-98, 1.0 QARATE 0-50 O"x 0-98, 1.0 Adjusis the level of the effect sound Adjusts the modulation depth, 2% GTA Adjusts he modulation rate. | ixed to the original sound DELAY/REVERB UM DELAY/REVERB module This module comprises various reverb and delay functions. Delay effect allows use of the hold function.

Simulates the acoustics of a concert hall. CM ROOM Simulates the acoustics of a room. SPSP SPRING Simulates a spring-type reverb. Ar MAR ARENA Simulates the acoustics of a big concert hall such as an arena. E- Dr TILED ROOM Simulates the acoustics of a tiled room. ZOOM A2 31

This effect simulates a spring-type reverb with bright sound. The above six effect types have the same parameters. Qroecay 1-30 @TonE 0-10 Om"x 0-98, 1.0 2 Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the duration of the reverb. Adjusts the sound quality. sound mixed to the original sound. 5 5 bS: BRIGHT SLAP REVERB This is a reverb with bright sound which allows adjusting the pre-delay parameter. d5dS DARK SLAP REVERB This is a reverb with dark sound which allows adjusting the pre-delay parameter. The above two effect types have the same parameters. Orecay 1-30 Q@PrE DELAY |0-30 (311 0-98, 1.0 Adjusts the pre-delay time. The Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the duration of the reverb. adjustment is made in 10-ms steps in the sound mixed to the original range of 0-300 ms. sound. Er MEr EARLY REFLECTION This effect isolates only the early reflection components of the reverb. -10--1,0, Orecay 1-30 (2 ES 1% "x 0-98, 1.0 Adjusts the envelope of the effect sound In the negative range, the envelope is Adjusts the level of the effect Adjusts the duration of the reverb. reversed. At 0, the effect is a gate reverb. sound mixed to the original In the positive range, the envelope is a sound. decay-type envelope As À 4 Emdi MULTI TAP DELAY à This effect produces several delay components with different delay times.

TIME 1-98, PATTERN - MIX -

9 10-80 2 1-8 © 0-98,1.0 GTA Adjusts the delay time. In the rai ron -9 mere Selects the combination pattern for the Adjusts the level of the effect adjusment is made in 10-ms taps. The selection ranges from sound mixed to the original steps (1 —99). For 1 second and | | mical to random patterns. sound. above, the adjustment is made in "2 100-ms steps (1.0 — 5.0): dL ab DELAY sHOLD This is a delay with a maximum setting of 5000 ms.

‘=>H0LD This is a warm sounding long delay of up to 5000 ms duration. FapPd PINGPONG DELAY ‘HOLD This is a ping-pong type delay where the delay sound alternates between left and right. These three effect types have the same parameters.

TIME 1-98, FEEDBACK |0- MIX -

[1] 15% (2) 0-98, 1.0 [3] 0-98, 1.0 GAP Adjusts the delay time. In the range from 10 — 990 ms, the justs the level of the effect adjustment is made in 10-ms Adjusts the level of the effect adj n IOms Adjusts the feedback amount. sound mixed to the original steps (1 — 99). For 1 second and Sound above, the adjustment is made in soun 100-ms steps (1.0 — 5.0): 32 ZOOM A2

Effect Types and Parameters Ï CONTROL module “moi |Serves for making pedal settings and lets you control the foot switch function and master level setting applying to all patches. CE Hot CONTROL RTM rs MASTER DEsriNarion [See Tables | |[@ See Table 4 LEVEL 0-98, 1.0 When a foot switch (FSOI) is connected to the [CONTROL IN] jack, this selects the function that can be operated with the foot switch (see Table 4). The function selected here applies to all When an expression pedal (FPOI/FPO2) is connected to the [CONTROL IN] jack, this selects the modulation target module for the RTM function (see Table Adjusts the master level for all patches. L patches. [Table 3] [able 4] Seting Moduiation target Setting Function o OFF bP__|BypassMue vL Volume 1 [rapiempo CU, Cd, CH, CL [COMPILIMIT module (1) PU [Bank up AU, td, H, IL [TONE parameter of MODEL module (*) TH [Rhyühm function oo EU, Ed, EH, EL _|MOD/EFX module () d#__ [Delay hoïd du, dd, dH, dL._|DELAY/REVERE module (°) dM [Delay input mure Fb Frequency of feedback control function Mn__ [Manual mode onoff Fb [Feedback control function oo The operation of modules denoted by (*) changes as follows, "UP" according to the letter at right. Maximum value | C4 up È The parameter is at minimum when the pedal is fully raised and Minimum value at maximum when the pedal is fully pushed down. = "DOWN" Maximum value | DOWN The parameter is at maximum when the pedal is fully raised and at minimum when the pedal is fully pushed down. Minimum value CA HieH "HIGH" Maximum value When the pedal is fully raised, the parameter is at the value set in the patch. When the pedal is fully pushed down, the parameter is at maximum. Value set in patch LE] Low ‘When the pedal is fully r. d, the parameter is at minimum "LOW" When the pedal is fully pushed down, the parameter is at the Value setin patch value set in the patch. Minimum value ZOOM A2 33

SELECT |Sse Tables FREQ oF.At1-30 | | €) AMP SELECT/Scc tabie 6 Reduces acoustic feedback By This parameter serves for atrenuating, She sound qua ing on latenuatine the frequency band where | | frequency band that can sound harsh Modifies the sound quality depending on! |{4e feedback occurs. The frequency can |_|when an acoustic guitar is reproduced the auitar or pickup that is used, 1 fully | | [he fecdbaex re È care qe guitar où piekup ati used 10 M | li detected automatically or manually. |. |via a guitar amplifier (see table 6). ping out he simulation capabii For details on how to use the Choose the suitable setting depending rodule FEEDBACK CONTROL function, see | |on the amplifier that is used, and adjust page 18. the value as required. [able 5] [able 6] Setting Content Sofing Content oF OFF oF__[Seisthe AMP SELECT parameter 10 OF. = . ; Designed for use with combo type amplifiers Having a bp |pesigned for ue with a piezo pickup b1-b9 |bright sound. Higher values result in stronger having a bright soun« attenuation effect ap [Desiened foruse with a piezo pickup C1 = co [Desisned for use with regular combo 1ype amplifers having a dark sound Higher values result in stronger attenuation effect Designed for use with à magnetic picRup Designed for use with stack type amplifers. Higher bM si-se having a bright sound values result in stronger attenuation effect au [Pesianed for use with a magnetie pickup having a dark sound SE — [Desisned for use withan electric guitar |. and single-coil pickup(s) ) HE [Designed foruse with an electric guitar and humbucker pickup(s) 34 ZOOM A2

Max. 8 simultaneous modules User area: 10 patches x 4 banks Preset area: 10 patches x 4 banks 96 kHz 24 bit, 64 times oversampling 24 bit, 128 times oversampling 32 bit 20 Hz - 40 kHz +1 dB -3 dB (with 10 kilohms load) 2-digit 7-segment LED Parameter LEDs Standard mono phone jack -20 dBm 1 megohm Standard stereo phone jack (doubles as line and headphone jack) Line: +5 dBm (output load impedance 10 kilohms or more) Phones: 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32 ohms load) For FPO2 (FPO1)/FSO1 9 V DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) (ZOOM AD-0006) Four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries Approx. 7.5 hours continuous operation (alkaline batteries) 162 mm (D) x 156 mm (W) x 65 mm (H) 700 g (without batteries) Expression pedal FP02/ Foot switch FSO1 + Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Troubleshooting © Volume is low Adjust the patch level (— p. 9) or master level 33). When using a pickup with low rt the A2 in HI-GAIN mode (=> p. 6) © Matching problem with particular pickup or guitar amplifier Check the PICKUP SELECT and AMP ŒœP SELECT settings. © Delay/reverb effect does not work DELAY/REVERB module is inactive while a rhythm pattern is playing. Stop rhythm playback (— p. 12) © High level of noise Adjust ZNR module. Be sure to use only a ZOOM AC adapter (ZOOM AD-0006). e Battery life is short Are manganese batteries being used? Continuous operation time is 7.5 hours with alkaline batteries. The use of alkaline batteries is recommended. ZOOM A2

D-28 MARTIND-28 | MARTIND-8 | The sound of a Martin D-28, the "gold standard” of acoustic guitars. Dynamic and gorgeous. 1:20 GIBSON J-200 | GIBSON J-200 | Simulation of a Gibson J-200 with it large, impressive body and sound to match. Simulation of the increasingly popular Martin 000-18 with its compact, handy body and finely A2| TRIPLE 0 MARTIN 000-18 | MARTIN 000-186 | San on as J4 GIBSON JS | GIBSON 45 Te Con 5 ha am and te, À one" Dave By many The tone of the Ovation Adamas which has a body made from a special material called Lyrachord and A4] APAMAS OVATION OVATION rounded shape 10 focus the sound MODEL Tipical mire sonde Tam Cu : "T 5 | racoma Tacoma cac | rAcOMA cac Top dense oriented sound of a Tacoma C3C with its innovative design and unique soundhole N ar sound great À a Nova a atin styles. The tric a A6 | NYLON NYLON NYLON M on Euiter sound great for Bossa Nova and other Latin styles. The trick is to play with your finger ay] puanco SELMER SELMER Sound of the Selmer-Maccaferi guitar best known as the favored insuument of Django Reinhardt MACCAFERRI | MACCAFERRI | The true sound of Gypsy Jazz Sound of the Dobro Model 27 with its square neck and resonator, Indispensable for Bluegrass and A8 | DOBRO DOBRO DOBRO Country Blues. A9 | NATIONAL NATIONAL | NATIONAL The brass body of the National Reso-Phonic Style "O" produces a more metallic sound than a Dobro BO| SYMPHONY MARTIN D-28 | CHOAUSLe Beautiful symphonie sound suitable for any playing style. Bi] ruev TUBEPREAMP | HALL Straight sound of a tube preamp seasoned with some all reverb. Really comes into its own when multiple strings resonate together SELMER CHORUS Slow chorus sound for finger style Jazz. Experience the spatial depih and ambience of a chorus B2| SLOWCHORUS | acCAFERRI | ENSEMBLE ensemble B3| BIG HALL MARTIND-2 [HALL Long reverb that brines out the glorious Martin D-28 sound to the max. Let loose with fingerpicking. CHoryse |E4 | FTANG TACOMAC3C | MODERN SPRING | Flanger with a chorus-like feel is great for a wide playing range, from arpeggios to stroking. REVERBOM| B5 | MELODIC TUBE PRE AMP | BRL SLAP | Tube preamp patch for picked solos makes the original sound stand out with a slighty delayed rever B6| CHORUS WALL | MARTIND-28 | STEREO CHORUS | Select his sterco chorus & doubling patch and feel the sound waves move in like a wall ERIGHT With a cleuly defined effect similar to chorus for elecuie guitar, his bright and clear sound fits many B7| CHORUS MARTIN 000-18 | CHORUS music pere BRIGHT SLAP Combination of flanger for chord and arpeggio playing, and reverb for bringing out the original B8| STUDIOFLANGER | MARTIN D-2 | REVERS sound. Lends impressive depth to the sound on slow mumbers. Bo| 2STRINGS OVATION DETUNE Simulates the sound of chord strokes on a 12-stng guitar, Experience {hat maturally gorgeous tone with your own guitar. Col PARISTEXAS | NATIONAL | NATIONAL Slide sound such as played by Ry Cooder on the soundurack of" Paris, Texas” by Wim Wenders. AERAL CHORUS This patch is inspired by the sound of Michael Hedges on his groundbreaking masterpiece "Aerial Ci! aounpares | MARTIND-8 | ENSEMBLE Boundaries' c|crossroan | uvion NVLON The sound of legendary pre-var Blues guitar Robert Johnson, spruced up with a simulation of hat late 1930 atmosphere c3| SCARBOROUGA | MARTIND-23 | HALL Reexperience the translucent sound of Scarborough Fair on Simon & Garfunkels third album Eric Clapton, MTV Unplugged, say no more. Comfortable, warm sound, yet a clear standout even in ARTIST mm C4 | TEARS MARTIN 00-18 | ROOM MSN C5] INNOCENT NATIONAL [AIR Whether for slide or fingerpicking, this Ben Harper inspired sound matches various styles. C6] RERECOMES |GIBSONJ-45 | STEREOCHORUS | The acousti guitar sound plus the entire ambience of the Beatles Abbey Road album Al di Meola epoch-making performances come to live again, Go for that peerless technique and feel c7| FRIDAY NIGHT | ovaTion ARENA De audience repomd Mlaouracz |asonsan |cHonus Sie Ge nas cousine OF Nirvana Dnphgged Tune your gs dorer and tu C9| ACOUSTIC ELVIS | GIBSON J-200 | SPRING Powerful acoustic sound familiar from Elvis Presley's Country style hits. DO | PHASE TOP GIBSON J-200 PHASER This solid and compact phase tone is the new "allrounder" for acoustic instruments. D1| SOFTTREMOLO | MARTIND-28 | TREMOLO Sof, expressive temolo sound optimized for acoustic guitar. De] rEAL AcouSne | assonds AR al ou sound model on a ve JS. Sue rer Pa, RE, and many ar D3| MINOR SWING | NYLON NYLON Classic Bebop Jazz sound for when you just can stop swinging. D4| BOTILE DOBRO ECHO Wanm weoden tone not only for nunced bouleneck playing AUTO WAH & : ; ap takes acoustic ane VARATION |D5 | FUNKY FOLK | TugE PRE AMP | AUTOMASES LL | Funky sound with auto wah and multi tap takes acoustic guitar to a new level Do RCD | sopnoue [naine peu | roue cuu einer di vilpes eyes Up STEPPING STEP & MULTITAP ant tic : ; ; for acoustic D7| STONES OVATION SERé Brilliant trckster sound using a new step technique specially developed for acoustic guitar use D8| OVATION SOLO | OVATION DELAY Bnight sound with clear delay components and an Ovation style edge for solos. Do] RESOPHOMIC | EsoPHoNIC | PINGPONG DELAY | Discover new possibilties in botlencck playing with this combination of ping-pong delay and Zoom original resonator guitar sound. +_The preset area of banks 0 - 3 contains the same patches as À - d. +_The ZNR value may need to be adjusted depending on the guitar and amplifier. Manufacturer names and product names mentioned in this patch list are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. These names as well as artist's names are used only to illustrate sonic characteristics and do not indicate any affiliation with ZOOM CORPORATION. A2 PATCHLIST 1.0