MODELING GUITAR PROCESSOR User’s Guide
Warning For your protection, please read the following: Water and Moisture: Appliances should not be used near water (e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.) Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: DigiTech 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 USA declares that the product: Product name: RP80 Product option: all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or equivalent.
Warranty We at DigiTech are very proud of our products and back-up each one we sell with the following warranty: 1.The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty. 2. Digitech warrants this product, when used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. 3.
Introduction Getting Acquainted Congratulations on your purchase of the RP80. You now have the flexibility and power to produce sonic creations never before thought possible. Although the RP80 is so user friendly you may not even need to read this manual, we recommend that you become better acquainted with us, and what we have to offer by going through this User’s Guide with your RP80 in front of you. It is your key to unlocking the potential within the RP80.
The Front Panel 6 8 5 7 4 3 2 1 2
1. Footswitches - These 2 Footswitches are used to select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP80. The Up Footswitch increments, and the Down Footswitch decrements through the presets. Pressing both Footswitches simultaneously bypasses the selected preset. Pressing and holding both Footswitches accesses the Tuner. 2.Value/Volume Buttons - The Value Buttons perform various value adjustment functions for the RP80.
6. Display - The Display provides information for different functions depending on the selected mode. In Play mode, the display shows the selected preset number. In Edit mode, the display shows the value of the parameter being adjusted. When the Tuner is enabled, the display shows the note played. 7. Store - The Store button saves your custom edits to the user presets. 8. Expression Pedal - The Expression Pedal adjusts RP80’s Volume or the assigned Effect Parameter in real time.
Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 1. Input - Connect your instrument to this jack. 2. 1/4” Outputs - Connect these outputs to your amplifier or direct to a mixing console that accepts 1/4” unbalanced connections. Use the Left Output for all mono applications. Note: When using the RP80 direct into a mixer or recording device, or when using it with headphones, you can enable the Global Cabinet Modeling feature to emulate speaker simulation on each of the RP80’s presets. (See Page 23 for more on Global Cabinet Modeling.
Making Connections There are several different connection options available when using the RP80. The following diagrams show the connections for some of these options. Before connecting the RP80, make sure that the power to your amplifier is turned off, and the power to the RP80 is disconnected.There is not a power switch on the RP80. To turn the RP80 off, disconnect your instrument from the Input Jack (for battery power) or disconnect the PS200R power supply from the Power Jack or from the AC outlet.
Stereo Operation For stereo operation connect your guitar to the Input of the RP80. Connect from the RP80’s Left/Mono Output to the input of one amplifier or to a channel input of a mixing console. Connect from the RP80’s Right Output to a second amplifier, or to a second channel of a mixing console. If connecting to a mixing console, set the pan controls of the mixer hard left and right to retain stereo separation.
Applying Power There are two options for powering the RP80: battery power, and the included PS200R DC power supply. 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). Battery Power The RP80 can be run for more than 15 hours on 6 AA batteries.The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the RP80. The following diagram shows how to install the batteries.
Connecting a cable to the Input applies power to the RP80. Disconnecting your instrument from the Input of the RP80 disconnects the battery power. Turn your amplifier(s) on and adjust the volume(s) to a normal playing level. To prolong the battery life, disconnect your instrument from the RP80’s Input when not in use . AC Power The RP80 can also be powered with the included PS200R power supply. Connect the plug of the PS200R power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the RP80.
Tuner The Tuner in the RP80 lets you quickly tune or check the tuning of your guitar. Enter the Tuner by pressing and holding both Footswitches simultaneously. The tu briefly displays indicating that you are in Tuner mode. To begin tuning, play a note on your guitar (the neck pickup usually works best). The display shows the note being played. The Effect LEDs indicate whether the note is sharp or flat. The right 6 red LEDs indicate the note is sharp and should be tuned down.
(displayed as Gb).The display window briefly flashes the selected tuning preference. Exit tuner mode by pressing either Footswitch. The tuning reference is retained when the unit is turned off. Bypass The RP80 presets can be bypassed for a clean, unprocessed guitar tone. To bypass the RP80, press both footswitches simultaneously. The display reads By indicating the preset is bypassed. Press either footswitch to exit Bypass and return the the last selected preset.
The Effect LEDs When editing a preset, the Effect LEDs are used to indicate which effect is selected for editing. The Edit buttons move you through the Effect modules. The LEDs light indicating which effect group is selected. Each effect has multiple settings to select from. The Value buttons are used to change the value for the selected effect. As a button is pressed, the value or status is shown in the display. The EDIT/EFFECT buttons select which effect to edit.
Storing/Copying a Preset Once the preset has been modified, you may store your settings to one of the 40 User Preset locations (Presets 1-40). The following steps outline how to store changes to a preset or copy a preset to a different location: 1. Press the STORE button. The display flashes. 3. Press the STORE button again to save your changes. 2. Use the footswitches to select the preset location you want to store your changes to. 1. Press the STORE button once.
Effect Definitions The RP80 can be thought of as several different “virtual” amplifiers, and individual hi-tech effects. Each effect within the RP80 can be programmed to suit your personal application. Understanding how these effects alter the sound helps you achieve the sound you are looking for. The following overview of the RP80’s effects outlines what each effect does.
Pickup/Wah Type - The Value buttons select the Pick Up or Wah type that is simulated. OF - Turns the Pickup Simulator / Wah module off. SH - Gives a single coil pick up the warm tone of a humbucker. HS - Gives a humbucker the unique sound of a single coil. Cr - Cry Wah is a traditional sounding Wah. bo - Boutique Wah is a wider sweeping Wah with a more modern sound. Fr - Full Range Wah sweeps the entire spectrum of audible frequencies.
EQ Equalization is used to shape the tonal response of your guitar signal. The EQ in the RP80 is similar to the tone knobs on an amplifier. Values 1-4 cut the level of each band, 5 is flat (no cut or boost), and values 6-9 boost the level of each band. Bass (b1- b9 ) - The Value buttons adjust the amount of low end enhancement (Bass). Mid (d1- d9)- The Value buttons adjust the amount of mid range enhancement. Treble (t1- t9)- The Value buttons adjust the amount of high end enhancement (Treble).
Chorus (C1-C9) A Chorus adds a short delay to your signal. The delayed signal is modulated in and out of tune and then mixed back with the original signal to create a thicker sound, and stereo image. Use the Value buttons to select one of the nine Chorus settings. Flange (F1-f9) 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.
Vibrato (b1-b9) A Vibrato effect modulates the pitch of the incoming signal at an even rate. Use the Value buttons to select one of the nine Vibrato settings. Rotary Speaker (r1-r9) Rotary Speaker is an emulation of a device that included a spinning horn and woofer. The rotation of these two speakers produces an interesting combination of sound panning from side to side with a slight pitch change produced from the speed of the sound coming towards, and then going away from the listener.
Detune (d1-d9) A Detuner makes a copy of your incoming signal, takes the copied signal slightly out of tune from the original, and mixes the two signals together. The result is a doubling type of effect as if two guitars were playing the same part together. Use the Value buttons to select one of the nine Detuner settings. Pitch Shift (H1-H9) The Pitch Shifting copies the incoming signal, and shifts the pitch of the copy to a different note.
Delay The RP80 has 3 different delay types, Mono (D), Analog (A), and Ping Pong (P), each with 2 seconds of delay time available. There are two different parameters used to program the delay, Delay Variation and Time. The first parameter of the delay effect is Delay Type/Variation, which selects the delay type to be used and varies the amount of feedback (number of repeats) and level. The second delay parameter is Delay Time. This is indicated by a value 1-99 (10ms-990ms), 1.0 and 2.
Other Functions Expression Pedal The Expression Pedal on the RP80 can be assigned to control the Volume,Wah,Whammy™, Ya Ya™, or one of several other parameters in real time with your foot. When a parameter has been assigned to the Expression Pedal, a programmable minimum and maximum value can also be assigned. The procedure for assigning a parameter to the Expression Pedal is as follows: 1. Press the Right EDIT/EFFECT button until the Expression LED in the Effects Row flashes.
Panner Vibrato Rotary YaYa™ AutoYa™ Envelope Filter Detune Pitch Shift Whammy™ Delay Reverb SP SP SP PD SP ES LE LE hy dL rL (Speed) dP (Depth) (Speed) dP (Depth) (Speed) dP (Depth) (Expression Pedal acts as a YaYa Effect when engaged) (Speed) dP (Depth) (Sensitivity) (Level of the Detuned signal) (Level of the Pitch Shifted signal) (Expression Pedal acts as a Whammy pedal) (Delay Level) dF (Delay Feedback - 99 = Infinite Repeat*) (Reverb Level) 3.
Drum Machine The RP80 includes several sampled drum patterns that are useful for developing a good sense of timing. Press the DRUMS button to enter Drums mode and start playback of the drum loop (except when in Store or Bypass mode). In Drums mode, the Edit buttons selects the drum Pattern, Tempo, and Level of the drum loop. Press the Drums button again to stop playback of the drum loop.
c1-c9 s1-s9 U1-U9 G1-G9 F1-f9 – – – – – Clean Tube – British 4x12 Cabinet British Stack – British 4x12 Cabinet Crunch – Vintage 4x12 Cabinet High Gain Tube – British 4x12 Cabinet Fuzz – British 4x12 Cabinet Factory Reset This function resets the RP80 to its original factory settings.This procedure erases all custom user presets. Performing this function erases all user-programmed data. All such data will be lost forever! The procedure for performing a Factory Reset is as follows: 1.
Expression Pedal Calibration The Expression Pedal on the RP80 needs to be recalibrated for use after a factory reset has been performed. This calibration procedure is automatically entered after a factory reset procedure. 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. This will not erase the User Presets. The procedure for Calibrating the Expression Pedal is as follows: 1.
Appendix Specifications: Input: 1/4” input Outputs: (2) 1/4” (unbalanced) Headphone Output: 1/8” stereo output A/D/A: 24 bit Delta Sigma Power Supply: 6 AA Batteries or DigiTech PS200R (9VDC) power supply Power Consumption: 5 Watts Maximum (w/ PS200R power supply) Battery Life: >15 hours with continuous useage Memory: 40 User/40 Factory Presets Effects: Pickup Simulator,Wah, Compressor, 11 Amp Models, Acoustic Guitar Simulator, 3 band EQ, Noise Gate, Cabinet Modeling, Chorus, Flange, Phaser,Tremolo, Panner,
Preset List (User/Factory) Stacked Recto Delay Clean Chorus Octave Drive Classic Blackface Crunchy Phase Fuzz Church Grindy Detune Big Boutique Acoustic Chorus Sustainium Rotary Blues Wahtch It Power Flange Campfire Tremolo Detune Tube Whammy Time Mr.
DigiTech 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 PH (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 DigiTech® is a registered trademark of the Harman Music Group Inc. Copyright - Harman Music Group Printed 1/2004 Made in USA RP80 Modeling Guitar Processor User’s Guide 18-0277-A Please visit DigiTech on the World Wide Web at: www.digitech.
