Modeling Guitar Processor Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Section One - Introduction Getting Acquainted........................................................... 1 Included Items................................................................... 1 About the RP90................................................................ 2 Performance Mode........................................................ 2 Edit Mode......................................................................... 2 Bypass Mode..................................................
Section Four - Other Functions Expression Pedal Assign.................................................32 Drum Machine.................................................................34 Factory Reset...................................................................34 Expression Pedal Calibration.......................................35 Section Five - Appendix Specifications....................................................................36 Tone Library.................................................
Section 1 - Introduction Getting Acquainted Congratulations on your purchase of the RP90. You now have an incredibly advanced modeling guitar processor that can keep up with your creative impulses and even increase them. Armed with DigiTech®’s patented AudioDNA2® custom audio DSP chip, the RP90 gives you a huge selection of tones and effects, right at your fingertips.
About the RP90 Performance Mode When you first apply power to the RP90, it powers up in Performance mode. Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the RP90 via the Up and Down Footswitches. The Edit Up/Down buttons cycle through the effects in the matrix. Edit Mode When you select an Effect with the Edit Up/Down buttons, you can adjust the Effect with the Value Up/Down buttons. (For descriptions of the Effects and their parameters, see page 20.
indicate whether you are sharp or flat. The left 6 red LEDs indicate the note is flat and should be tuned up. The right 6 red LEDs indicate the note is sharp and should be tuned down. The center LED indicates the note is in tune. The output is muted in Tuner mode; rock the Expression Pedal to regain volume.
Tone Library Button You can press this button at any time (except in Bypass or Tuner mode) to access the Tone Library, and then use the Value Up/Down buttons to select from a variety of genre-based amp tone defaults ranging from Blues to Metal to Country. Behind the scenes, the Compressor, Distortion, Pickup/Wah effects, Amp/Cabinet model, and EQ are configured to create a specified tone. You can further refine the sound by editing the preset (see Editing/Creating Presets on page 17).
Value Buttons 1. Access the Tone Library with this button and select a tone with the Value buttons. 2. Access the Effects Library 3. Access the effects level with this button and select with this button and adjust the a tone with the Value buttons. level with the Value buttons. The Tone Library button, Effects Library button, and Effects Level button make it easy to quickly load preset tones, effects, and effects chains. To learn about storing changes to presets, see page 18.
A Guided Tour of the RP90 Front Panel 5 6 4 3 7 2 8 9 1
1. Footswitches 2. Tone Library, Effects Library, Effects Level, and Master Level Buttons These two Footswitches select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP90. The Footswitch on the right will select the next preset up, and the Footswitch on the left will select the next preset down. Pressing both Footswitches together will bypass the currently selected preset. Pressing and holding both Footswitches for 2 seconds will access the Tuner. Press either Footswitch to exit Bypass or Tuner mode.
Effects Library Button The Effects Library button accesses a library of preset effect configurations. Press this button and use the Value Up/Down buttons to select a variety of post-amplifier model effect chains (Chorus, Chorus + Delay, Delay + Reverb, etc…). You can further refine the sound by editing the preset (see Editing/Copying Presets on page 17).
4. Value Up/Down 5. Display 6. Matrix 7. Drums 8. Store 9. Expression Pedal The Value Up/Down buttons are used for editing effects, navigating Tone/Effects Libraries, adjusting Effects and Master Levels, and adjusting Drum Machine settings. The Display provides information for different functions depending on the mode that has been selected. In Performance mode, the Display shows the currently selected preset number. In Edit mode, the Display shows the value of the effect being adjusted.
Rear Panel 10 1 2 3 4 5 1. Input Connect your instrument to this high-impedance TS input. 2. Amp / Mixer This button optimizes the RP90’s outputs for use when plugged into a guitar amp or a mixer/recording device. When set to Mixer (“In” position), the outputs are optimized for connecting to a mixer, recording device or headphones. When set to Amp (“Out” position), the outputs are optimized for running directly in to the input of a guitar amp. 3.
4. Headphones Connect a pair of stereo headphones to this 1/8" jack. For proper frequency response, the Amp/Mixer switch should be set to Mixer (“in” position) when using headphones. Headphones with an impedance of 100 Ohms or less are recommended. Note: The Headphones output can have either a mono or stereo signal, depending on what 1/4" outputs are connected. If neither (or both) 1/4" outputs are connected, the Headphones output will be in stereo.
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Getting Started Making Connections There are several different connection options available with the RP90. Before connecting the RP90, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RP90 is turned off. There is no power switch on the RP90. To turn the RP90 on or off, connect or disconnect the included PS200R power supply from the Power Input jack. Mono Operation - Amplifier Connect your guitar to the Input of the RP90.
Stereo Operation For stereo operation connect the guitar to the Input of the RP90. Connect one cable to the RP90’s Left (Mono) output, and another cable to the RP90’s Right output. Connect one cable to the input of one amplifier, channel of a mixer, or power amp. Connect the second cable to a second amplifier, second channel of a mixer, or power amp. If connecting to a mixing console, set the pan controls of the mixer channels hard left and right in order to retain stereo separation.
Stereo Mixer Setup Outputs Instrument Input Mixer 4 6 4 2 6 4 8 2 0 Aux 1 10 4 0 6 0 0 +1 0 0 +1 -2 Pan 0 6 4 0 6 0 6 Aux 1 10 4 6 8 2 0 0 +1 Aux 2 10 -1 +2 0 +1 -2 +2 +3 -3 +3 +4 -4 -5 +5 8 Aux 2 10 -2 +3 -3 Pan Mute 6 8 Aux 1 10 4 -1 +2 +4 -4 -5 +5 0 0 +1 -2 +3 -3 Pan 0 6 Aux 2 10 -1 +2 +4 -4 -5 Mute 4 8 2 0 0 +1 -2 +3 -3 +5 6 8 2 Aux 1 10 4 Aux 2 10 -1 +2 Pan Mute 4 8 2 0 0 +1 +4 -4 -5 +5 6 8 2 Aux 1 10 4 8 2 Aux 2 10 -2
Applying Power Before applying power to anything, set your amp(s) to a clean tone and set the tone controls to a flat EQ response (on most amps, this would be 0 or 5 on the tone controls). Then follow the steps listed below. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the amp volume all the way down. Connect the plug of the PS200R power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the RP90. Connect the other end of the PS200R power supply to an AC outlet.
Section Two - Editing Functions Editing/Creating Presets The RP90 is designed to make preset editing and creation easy and intuitive. When creating your own sound, you must first start with an existing preset. Note that the preset you begin with doesn’t have to be in the memory location you intend to have it reside, since you can store it to any User preset location during the store procedure. The easiest way to start is by using the Tone Library and Effects Library buttons.
Anytime a stored value within a preset is changed, you need to store the changes (with the Store button), or the changes will be lost. Changing presets, or turning the power off before storing any changes erases any edits made and the RP90 will revert to the stored values for the preset. Storing/Copying a Preset Once the preset has been modified to your liking, you may store your settings to any of the 50 User preset locations (presets 1-50).
Storing/Copying a Preset 1. Press the Store button; the Preset number flashes. 3. Press the Store button again to save your changes. 2. Select a destination with the Footswitches.
Section Three - Models and Effects About the Models The RP90 can be thought of as several different “virtual” amplifiers and individual, high-tech stompboxes in a single programmable package. With stompboxes, the order in which they are connected affects the overall sound. The RP90 has placed the Amp and Effect models in an order for optimum results. The following diagram shows the order in which they are connected.
Model Definitions Each Amp and Effect model within the RP90 has multiple settings to select from. Use the Value Up/Down buttons to change the values for the selected Effect. The following overview of the RP90’s Effects outlines the settings each Effect contains. Pickup/Wah The Pickup Simulator provides the thick tone of a humbucker pickup to a guitar with single coil pickups, or the bright, edgy sound of a single coil pickup to a guitar with a humbucker.
Compressor A Compressor is used to increase sustain, tighten up guitars, and prevent the signal from clipping the input of other effects. It sets a maximum boundary for the strength of a signal. The settings for the compressor effect are: OF Compressor is turned off. 1-20 Level of compression and sustain. Ratio is set to infinity:1.
Amp/Distortion Models The RP90 has 12 amp and 6 distortion models to choose from. Each model is identified by a single letter and has nine settings (for example, b1 through b9), except Acoustic Guitar Simulator and Direct, which only have one setting. As the setting increases, the amp/distortion gain increases. Each amp model has a cabinet model assigned to it as shown in the following list. OF Amp/Distortion is turned off.
Distortion Models S1-S9 Based on Ibanez® TS-9 Tube ScreamerTM o1-o9 Based on DOD® 250 Preamp/Overdrive d1-d9 Based on Boss® DS-1TM Distortion G1-G9 DigiTech® Grunge® L1-L9 DigiTech Death Metal F1-F9 Based on Electro Harmonix® Big Muff® Pi Other AC 24 Acoustic Guitar simulator
EQ The RP90’s EQ helps further shape your tone with Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls. The EQ settings are: b1-b9 Bass tone control. b1-b4 cut bass frequencies by –12dB, –9dB, –6dB, and –3dB respectively. b5 has no boost or cut. b6-b9 boost bass frequencies by 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, and 12dB respectively. d1-d9 Midrange tone control. d1-d4 cut midrange frequencies by –12dB, –9dB, –6dB, and –3dB respectively. d5 has no boost or cut.
Chorus/FX The Chorus/FX model actually contains twelve different modulation and pitch effects (described on the following pages). Each effect includes nine settings which include a variety of configurations that generally range from more subtle (lower settings) to more extreme (higher settings).
Flanger A Flanger uses the same principle as a Chorus but uses a shorter delay time and adds regeneration (or repeats) to the modulating delay. This results in an exaggerated up and down sweeping motion to the effect. Settings are F1-F9. Phaser A phaser splits the incoming signal, and then changes the phasing of the signal. This signal is then taken in and out of phase and mixed back in with the original signal.
YaYaTM AutoYa combines the characteristics of a Wah and a Flanger, creating an almost human vowel characteristic as if the guitar were saying “Yah.” Control the effect with the Expression Pedal. Settings are Y1-Y9. AutoYa™ Similar to the YaYa effect described above, AutoYa™ automatically provides this animation to the sound at an even rate. Settings are A1-A9. Step Filter The Step Filter is like an automatic “random wah” with a square waveform. Settings are S1-S9.
DigiTech® Whammy™ The DigiTech® WhammyTM is an effect that uses the Expression Pedal to bend the pitch of the incoming signal, or add a bendable harmony with the original signal. As the Pedal is moved, the note bends either up or down. When DigiTech Whammy is selected, it is automatically placed before the Amp modeling as shown in the block diagram on page 20. Settings are H1-H9. Delay Delay is an effect that will record a portion of the incoming signal, and then play it back a short time later.
Delay Variation OF Delay effect is turned off 30 Analog Delay A1 feedback=5% A2 feedback=5% A3 feedback=5% A4 feedback=20% A5 feedback=20% A6 feedback=20% A7 feedback=45% A8 feedback=45% A9 feedback=45% level=15 level=30 level=50 level=15 level=30 level=50 level=15 level=30 level=50 Pong Delay P1 feedback=5% P2 feedback=5% P3 feedback=5% P4 feedback=20% P5 feedback=20% P6 feedback=20% P7 feedback=45% P8 feedback=45% P9 feedback=45% level=15 level=30 level=50 level=15 level=30 level=50 level=15 level=30
Reverb Using reverb in recorded program material gives the listener a sense that the material is being performed in an actual room or hall. It is this similarity to actual acoustic spaces that makes reverberation a useful tool in recorded music. Settings are: OF S1-S9 r1-r9 H1-H9 Reverb effect is turned off.
Section Four - Other Functions Expression Pedal Assign The Expression Pedal on the RP90 can be assigned in each preset to control the Volume, Wah, DigiTech® WhammyTM,YaYaTM, or one of several other parameters in real time with your foot. The procedure for assigning a parameter to the Expression Pedal is as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 32 Press either Edit Up button until the Expression LED lights up. An effect LED will also light indicating which effect the Expression Pedal is currently assigned to.
Expression assignments available are as follows: No Assignment Volume Volume Wah Amp Chorus Flanger Phaser Tremolo Panner Vibrato Rotary YaYa AutoYa Envelope Filter Detune Pitch Shift Whammy Delay Reverb OF Pr (Output Level Pre Delay) PS (Output Level Post Delay) AH (Expression Pedal acts as a Wah pedal) gA (Expression Pedal controls the Amp Gain) SP (Speed) LE (Level) SP (Speed) LE (Level) SP (Speed) LE (Level) SP (Speed) dP (Depth) SP (Speed) dP (Depth) SP (Speed) dP (Depth) SP (Speed) dP (Depth) Pd (Exp
Drum Machine The RP90 features a built-in drum machine, which is enabled by pressing the Drums button. Select patterns, tempo, and level with the Edit Up/Down buttons. Change their values with the Value Up/Down buttons. The drum machine has the following parameters Drum Patterns Drum Tempo Drum Level 1-40 1-99 (equivalent of 40 – 240BPM) 0-99 Drum machine settings are globally set and not individually stored with each of the RP90’s user presets.
Expression Pedal Calibration The Expression Pedal on the RP90 needs to be recalibrated for use after a factory reset has been performed. This calibration procedure is automatically entered after a factory reset procedure. (You can also initiate the calibration procedure by pressing and holding both Footswitches for approximately 5 seconds.) In the event the Pedal’s calibration fails, or if the Pedal does not function properly, it can be re-calibrated using the Pedal Calibration procedure.
Section 5 - Appendix Specifications 36 General Specifications A/D/A Converter: Sampling Frequency: DSP Section: Simultaneous Effects: Preset Memory: Drum Machine: Dimensions: Unit Weight: 24-bit high performance audio 44.1 kHz AudioDNA2™ DSP Processor 9 50 User Presets (1-50) / 50 Factory Presets (51-00) 40 Patterns 6.5" Length x 8.5" Width x 2" Height 1.52 lbs.
Power Requirements: US and Canada: Japan: Europe: UK: 120 VAC, 60 Hz Adapter: PS200R-120 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz Adapter: PS200R-100 230 VAC, 50 Hz Adapter: PS200R-230 240 VAC, 50 Hz Adapter: PS200R-240 37
Tone Library 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 38 Overdrive Rock Blues Metal Country Warm Drive Crunch Texas Tone Rockabilly Solo 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Rock Wah Chunky Smooth Heavy Clean British Distortion Scooped Bright Clean Acoustic
Effects Library 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Chorus Flanger Phaser Pitch Tremolo Rotary Envelope Filter Digital Delay Analog Delay Tape Delay 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Hall Reverb Spring Reverb Chorus + Digital Delay Chorus + Delay + Reverb Flanger + Analog Delay Phaser + Tape Delay Digital Delay + Hall Reverb Analog Delay + Spring Pitch + Room Reverb Vibrato + Tape Delay 39
Preset List (User/Factory) 40 1/51 2/52 3/53 4/54 5/55 6/56 7/57 8/58 9/59 10/60 11/61 12/62 13/63 14/64 15/65 16/66 17/67 18/68 19/69 20/70 21/71 22/72 23/73 24/74 25/75 RECTO CLEAN CHORUS BRITISH STACK TWEEDY ANALOG BOY FUNK IT WHAMMY OLD SCHOOL BIG SOLO SB - OVERDRIVE* BRITISH COMBO WAHS HAPPENING BLUES DRIVE JAZZY DRIVE SB - DISTORTION* YOU TOO COUNTRY PICKIN SB - FUZZ KING* BIG BLUES HEAVY DUTY PLEXI TIME FLANGIST DETUNED CLEAN PHASE HEAD COMPRESSED 26/76 27/77 28/78 29/79 30/80 31/81 32/82 33/83 3
DigiTech® 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 PH (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 http://www.digitech.com Printed 8/2007 RP90 Owner’s Manual 18-0490-A ©2007 Harman International Industries, Incorporated, all rights reserved. DigiTech, Production Modeling, Grunge, Death Metal, DOD, DigiTech Whammy, Multi-Chorus,Ya Ya, Johnson Amplification and AudioDNA2 are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated in the U.S. and other countries.
