DigiTech RP350 Modeling Guitar Processor

Manufacturer Declaration

Manufacturer's Name: DigiTech

Manufacturer's Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway, Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

Declares that the product:

Product name: RP350

Product option: all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or equivalent.)

conforms to the following Product Specifications:

• Safety: IEC 60065 (1998)
• EMC: EN 55013 (2001 + A1), EN 55020 (1998)

Supplementary Information: The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

European Contact: Vice-President of Engineering-MI, 8760 S. Sandy Parkway, Sandy, Utah 84070, USA. Date: September 27, 2006

Local Contact: Your local DigiTech / Johnson Sales and Service Office or Harman Music Group, 8760 South Sandy Parkway, Sandy, Utah 84070 USA. Ph: (801) 566-8800, Fax: (801) 566-7005

Warranty

DigiTech is proud of its products and backs each one 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. DigiTech liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials, provided the product is returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION. All parts and labor will be covered up to one year. A Return Authorization number may be obtained from DigiTech by telephone. The company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product's use in any circuit or assembly.
4. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer.
5. DigiTech reserves the right to make changes in design, or make additions to, or improvements upon this product without incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.
6. The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product's main assembly is opened and tampered with by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician or, if the product is used with AC voltages outside of the range suggested by the manufacturer.
7. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and DigiTech neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control.

NOTE: The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification. Some information contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product or operating system since this version of the manual was completed. The information contained in this version of the owner's manual supersedes all previous versions.

Disclaimer: AutoYa, DigiTech, DOD, Death Metal, Johnson Amplification, Grunge, Lexicon, Multi Chorus, Whammy, and YaYa are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product.

Section 1 - Introduction

Getting Acquainted

Congratulations on your purchase of the RP350. 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 RP350 gives you a huge selection of tones and effects, right at your fingertips. When you easily dial up a tone or effect from the Tone Library or the Effects Library, you'll appreciate the accuracy in each model, and the dynamic interaction in each tone. Add USB support for computer recording and a built-in drum machine, and you have the RP350: the key to unlock your creative potential.

Included Items

Before you get started, please make sure that the following items have been included:

• RP350
• PS0913B Power Supply
• Warranty Card

The utmost care was taken while your RP350 was being manufactured. Everything should be included and in perfect working order. If anything is missing, contact the factory at once. Please help us become acquainted with you and your needs by sending us your completed warranty card or registering online at www.digitech.com. It is your safeguard should a problem arise with your RP350.

About the RP350

Performance Mode

When you first apply power to the RP350, it powers up in Performance mode. Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the RP350 via the Up and Down Footswitches. The Amp A/B Footswitch toggles between two amp channels for the selected preset. Knob 1 selects a tone from the Tone Library, Knob 2 selects an effects chain from the Effects Library, Knob 3 adjusts the Effects Level, and Knob 4 adjusts the Amp Gain, Knob 5 adjusts the Amp Level, and Knob 6 adjusts the Master Level (volume).

Bypass Mode

The RP350 presets can be bypassed via a true analog bypass circuit for a clean, unprocessed guitar signal. To bypass the RP350, press the Up and Down Footswitches simultaneously. The Display reads BYPASS indicating the preset is bypassed. Press either the Up or Down Footswitch to exit Bypass and return the RP350 to the last preset used.

Tuner Mode

The Tuner in the RP350 allows you to quickly tune or check the tuning on your guitar. Enter Tuner mode by pressing and holding the Up and Down Footswitches simultaneously for 2 seconds. The Display briefly shows TUNER indicating that you are in Tuner mode. To begin tuning, play a note on your guitar (a harmonic at the 12th fret usually works best). The Display shows the note being played. The Matrix LEDs indicate whether you are sharp or flat. The top 5 red LEDs indicate the note is sharp and should be tuned down. The bottom 5 red LEDs indicate the note is flat and should be tuned up. The center green LED indicates the note is in tune. The output is muted in Tuner mode. The Expression Pedal controls the guitar volume while tuning. Exit tuner mode by pressing any Footswitch.

Tuner Display Visuals: The display shows the note played. Top LEDs indicate the note is sharp; the green LED indicates the note is in tune; bottom LEDs indicate the note is flat.

In Tuner mode, you can change your tuning reference. The default factory setting is A=440 Hz (displayed as A=440). Rotating Knob 1 selects alternate dropped tunings and tuning references. Alternate tunings are A = A♭, A = G, A = G♭, and tuning references A=427 - A=453. The display window briefly flashes the current tuning reference.

Tone Library (Knob 1)

In Performance mode, this knob selects a variety of genre-based amp tone defaults ranging from Blues to Metal to Country. Behind the scenes, the Compressor, Distortion, Amp/Cabinet model, EQ, and Noise Gate are configured to create a specified tone with a single click of this knob. You can further refine the sound by editing the preset (see Editing/Creating Presets on page 11). Changing between different Tone Library defaults does not change the Chorus/FX, Delay or Reverb, letting you experiment with different amp styles quickly in the context of the current effect chain.

Effects Library (Knob 2)

In Performance mode, this knob selects 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/Creating Presets on page 11). Changing between different Effects Library defaults does not change the Compressor, Distortion, Amp/Cabinet model, EQ, and Noise Gate settings, letting you experiment with different effect chains quickly in the context of the current amp tone.

Effects Level (Knob 3)

In Performance mode, this knob changes the relative level of the post-amp effects (Chorus/FX, Delay, and Reverb). This can be thought of as an effects mix control, where turning this knob clockwise increases the level of these effects and turning it counter-clockwise decreases the level of these effects.

Amp Gain (Knob 4)

This knob adjusts the Gain (distortion) for the selected Amp model (not available for Acoustic).

Amp Level (Knob 5)

This knob adjusts the Level (volume) of the selected Amp model.

Master Level (Knob 6)

This knob controls the overall output volume of all of the RP350's presets.

X-Edit™ Editor/Librarian

You can edit your RP350 with your computer, using the X-Edit™ Editor/Librarian. Download X-Edit™, USB drivers, and documentation from www.digitech.com.

Presets

Presets are named and numbered locations of programmed sounds which reside in the RP350. Presets are recalled with the Footswitches. The active effects in each preset are indicated by lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix. The RP350 comes with 70 User presets (U1-U70) and 70 Factory presets (F1-F70). The User presets are locations where your creations may be stored. The Factory presets do not allow you to store any changes to them. From the factory, the 70 User presets are exact duplicates of the 70 Factory presets. This allows you to create your own presets without losing the sounds that came with the RP350.

Create Your Sound in Three Easy Steps

1. Tone Library: Select one of 30 different tones from rock, metal, blues, country, and more. The tones consist of a combination of Compressor, Distortion Stompbox, Amplifier/Cabinet, EQ, and Noise Gate. For a complete list of available tones, see page 31.
2. Effects Library: Select one of 30 different effects chains. The effects consist of a combination of Chorus/FX, Delay, and Reverb. For a complete list of available effects chains, see page 31.
3. Effects Level: Adjust the overall level of the post-amp effects to your liking.

... Rock on!

To make further edits, refer to page 11. To store the preset, refer to page 12.

A Guided Tour of the RP350

Front Panel

1. Up/Down Footswitches: These two Footswitches are used to select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP350. The Footswitch on the right selects the next preset up, and the Footswitch on the left selects the next preset down. Pressing both Footswitches together bypasses the currently selected preset. Pressing and holding both Footswitches accesses the Tuner. Press either Footswitch to exit Bypass or Tuner mode.

2. Knobs 1-6 (From left to right): These six knobs perform various functions, depending on which mode is currently active and what (if anything) is being edited. The functions are listed below:

• Tone Library (Knob 1): In Performance mode, selects preset amp tones. When editing, changes Amp or Effect model. When editing an Effect row, pressing bypasses the effect. When Drums row is selected, selects drum patterns. When Expression row is selected, selects Expression Pedal, LFO 1, and LFO 2 parameter links.
• Effects Library (Knob 2): In Performance mode, selects preset effect chains. When editing, modifies the parameter listed above it. When Drums row is selected, selects drum patterns. When Expression row is selected, selects parameter assigned to Expression Pedal, LFO1 or LFO2.
• Effects Level (Knob 3): In Performance mode, adjusts overall level of post-amp effects. When editing, modifies parameter. When Drums row is selected, adjusts tempo. When Expression row is selected, selects heel value for Expression Pedal parameter.
• Amp Gain (Knob 4): In Performance mode, adjusts Amp Gain (distortion). For Amp A or B, use Amp A/B Footswitch and this knob. When editing, modifies parameter. When Expression row is selected, selects toe value for Expression Pedal parameter. When Drums row is selected, changes drum machine playback level.
• Amp Level (Knob 5): In Performance mode, adjusts Amp Level (volume). For Amp A or B, use Amp A/B Footswitch and this knob. When editing, modifies parameter. When Expression row is selected, selects LFO waveform.
• Master Volume (Knob 6): In Performance mode, adjusts overall output level. When editing, modifies parameter. When Expression row is selected, sets LFO speed.

3. Edit Buttons: Navigate up and down the matrix, selecting parameter rows for knob editing. Press to step through Effect rows and return to preset name display. In Learn-A-Lick mode, control playback speed.

4. Matrix: Provides information on current preset and parameter edit functions. LEDs indicate active effects (Performance mode) or selected Effect row (editing). In Tuner mode, LEDs indicate sharp, flat, or in tune.

5. Display: Shows information for different functions depending on the mode. In Performance mode, shows preset name/number. In Edit mode, shows parameter name/value. In Bypass mode, reads BYPASS. In Tuner mode, shows the note played.

6. Drums Button: Turns the built-in drum machine on/off. When on, the Drums LED lights and the selected drum pattern plays. Use Edit buttons to select Drums row, then Knobs 1-4 to change style, pattern, tempo, and level. Press Drums button again to stop playback.

7. Store Button: Saves custom edits to user presets. See page 12 for more information.

8. Expression Pedal: Provides real-time control of Volume, Wah, Whammy™, YaYa™, or other parameters. Has a V-switch activated by toe pressure, switching between linked parameter and Wah. See page 13 for Wah models, page 27 for V-switch sensitivity/calibration, and page 30 for assignable parameters.

9. Amp A/B Footswitch: Switches between two amp channels for the selected preset (display shows AMP A or AMP B). Pressing Amp A/B and Up Footswitches simultaneously enters Learn-A-Lick™ mode. Different EQ, Amp models, and settings can be applied to each channel. Press Amp A/B when EQ or Amp row is selected to choose a channel.

Rear Panel

1. Input: Connect your instrument to this high-impedance TS input.

2. Amp / Mixer (for the 1/4" Outputs): Optimizes 1/4" outputs for guitar amp or mixer/recording device. 'Mixer' ('In' position) enables speaker compensation for mixers/recorders. 'Amp' ('Out' position) is for direct connection to a guitar amp.

3. 1/4" Left (Mono) and Right Outputs: Connect Left (Mono) output to a single amplifier/mixer for mono operation. Connect Left and Right outputs to two amplifiers/mixer channels for stereo operation.

4. Headphones: 1/8" stereo jack. For proper response, set XLR Amp/Mixer switch to 'Mixer' ('In' position). Headphones with 16-100 Ohm impedance recommended.

5. Aux In: 1/8" stereo TRS jack for connecting MP3/CD player for jamming. Use player's volume control and RP350's Master Level for balance. Also used for Learn-A-Lick™ feature.

6. Amp / Mixer (for the XLR Outputs): Optimizes XLR outputs for power amp/speaker system or mixer/recording device. 'Mixer' ('In' position) enables speaker compensation. 'Amp' ('Out' position) is for direct connection to a guitar amp or power amp.

7. XLR Balanced Line Outputs: Connect to power amplifier/speaker system or mixing console. Always configured for stereo operation.

8. USB Port: Connects to a computer for X-Edit™ Editor/Librarian software and audio streaming (2 channels up/down at 44.1kHz, 16/24-bit). Controls direct/playback mix and USB record level. X-Edit software and drivers available at www.digitech.com.

9. Power Input: Connect only the DigiTech® PS0913B power supply.

Getting Started

Making Connections

Ensure amplifier and RP350 power are off before connecting. The RP350 has no power switch; power is controlled by connecting/disconnecting the PS0913B power supply.

Mono Operation - Amplifier

Connect guitar to RP350 Input. Connect RP350 Left (Mono) output to amplifier's instrument input or effect return using a mono instrument cable. Set the 1/4" Amp/Mixer switch to 'Amp'.

Stereo Operation

Connect guitar to RP350 Input. Connect one cable from RP350 Left (Mono) output and another from RP350 Right output to separate amplifier inputs, mixer channels, or power amps. For stereo separation in a mixing console, set pan controls hard left and right. If connecting to a mixer, set the 1/4" Amp/Mixer switch to 'Mixer'. If connecting to two amplifiers, set the 1/4" Amp/Mixer switch to 'Amp'.

Applying Power

Before applying power, set amps to a clean tone with flat EQ response (e.g., 0 or 5 on tone controls).

1. Turn amp volume all the way down.
2. Connect the PS0913B power supply plug to the RP350's power jack.
3. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet. Set the RP350's Master Level knob (Knob 6) to '0'.
4. Turn on amplifier(s) and adjust volume to a normal playing level.
5. Gradually increase the RP350's Master Level knob to achieve the desired volume.

Section Two - Editing Functions

Editing/Creating Presets

The RP350 is designed for intuitive preset editing and creation. Start with an existing preset and modify it. You can store your modified preset to any User preset location.

Begin by using the Tone Library (Knob 1) to select amp/distortion tones and the Effects Library (Knob 2) to select effects chains. Adjust the Effects Level (Knob 3) for overall post-amp effects. Use the Edit buttons to navigate through individual effects for fine-tuning.

To edit and create a preset:

1. Use the Up and Down Footswitches to select the preset to edit.
2. If a preset is close to desired sound, press Edit Up/Down buttons to select the Effect row to edit.
3. For new sounds, use Tone Library, Effects Library, and Effects Level knobs to get close.
4. Press Edit Up/Down buttons to select individual Effect rows for parameter editing.
5. Press the Tone Library knob to bypass or enable an Effect row.
6. Use Knobs 2-6 to modify effect parameter settings.
7. When editing Amp Model and EQ rows, use the Amp A/B Footswitch to select between Amp A and Amp B channels for independent editing of Amp Model, Cabinet Model, Amp Gain, Amp Level, and EQ settings.

Note: The Store button LED lights up when a value is changed, indicating the need to store the changes. Changing presets or powering off before storing erases changes.

Storing/Copying/Naming a Preset

To store modified settings to any of the 70 User preset locations (U1-U70) or copy a preset:

1. Press the Store button once. The Store button LED blinks, and the first character in the Display flashes for naming.
2. Use Knob 1 to select characters and Knob 2 to move to the next character location.
3. Press Store again to enter the second stage of storing; the red Display begins to flash.
4. Use the Up and Down Footswitches to select the User preset location where the new sound will reside. The display shows the preset name and User preset number about to be overwritten.
5. Press the Store button again to save the changes.

Copying a preset follows the same procedure. Press Edit button at any time to abort.

Section Three - Models and Parameters

About the Models

The RP350 offers various "virtual" amplifiers and stompboxes in a programmable package. The order of stompboxes affects the sound. The RP350's Amp and Effect models are arranged for optimum results.

Effect Chain Order Diagram: Pickup Simulator -> Wah -> Compressor -> Chorus/FX (Pre) -> Distortion -> Amp Modeling -> EQ -> Cabinet Model -> Noise Gate -> Volume Pedal Pre -> Chorus/FX (Post) -> Delay -> Reverb -> Volume Pedal Post.

Model Definitions

Each Amp and Effect model can be programmed to suit personal taste. Understanding how components and parameters alter the sound is key.

Pickup

The Pickup Simulator provides humbucker tone for single-coil pickups or bright, edgy single-coil sound for humbuckers.

• Pickup Model (Knob 1): Selects simulated pickup. Values: SC>Hb (single-coil to humbucker tone), Hb>SC (humbucker to single-coil tone). Press knob to toggle on/off.
• USB/RP Mix (Knob 2): Adjusts mix between RP350 and computer playback (USB 0 - USB RP - RP 0).
• USB Level (Knob 3): Adjusts RP350's recording level to computer (-12 to +24).
• Preset Level (Knob 6): Adjusts preset level (0 to 99).

Wah

An effect controlled by the Expression Pedal, creating a "Wah" sound.

• Wah Model (Knob 1): Selects Wah model. Values: FULRNG (Full Range), CRYwah (Cry Wah), clyde (Vox Clyde McCoy Wah). Press knob to toggle on/off.
• Wah Minimum (Knob 2): Adjusts Wah Pedal Minimum (0=toe up, 99=toe down).
• Wah Maximum (Knob 3): Adjusts Wah Pedal Maximum (0=toe up, 99=toe down).
• Wah Level (Knob 6): Adjusts Wah Level (0dB to +12dB).

Compressor

Increases sustain, tightens guitars, and prevents signal clipping. Sets a maximum boundary for signal strength.

• Comp Model (Knob 1): Selects Compressor model: DIGCMP (DigiTech), CSCOMP (Boss CS-2), DYNCOMP (MXR Dynacomp). Press knob to toggle on/off.

Compressor Model Functions (Knobs 2-6):

Distortion

The RP350 models 17 distortion stompboxes, tweakable and modifiable.

• Distortion Model (Knob 1): Selects one of 17 Distortion models. Press knob to toggle on/off.

Distortion Models include: SCREAM (Ibanez TS-9), 808 (Ibanez TS-808 Tube Screamer), SPARK (Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive), ODDRIV (Guyatone Overdrive OD-2), DOD250 (DOD 250 Overdrive/Preamp), RODENT (Pro Co RAT™), MXDIST (MXR Distortion +), DSDIST (Boss DS-1™), GRUNGE (DigiTech Grunge®), ZONE (Boss MT-2 Metal Zone®), DEATH (DigiTech Death Metal™), GONKLT (DOD Gonkulator Ring Mod), BTAVIA (Roger Mayer Octavia™), FUZLTR (Demeter Fuzzulator), CLASFZ (DOD Classic Fuzz), FUZZ (Arbiter Fuzz Face™), BIG PI (Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi®).

Distortion Model Functions (Knobs 2-6):

Amplifier

Amp Modeling applies the tone of popular modern and vintage amps, including acoustic guitar simulation.

Amp Model (Knob 1): Selects classic, modern, and DigiTech custom amp models. Press knob to toggle Amp and Cabinet modeling on/off. Default cabinet model is selected automatically with amp model. Cabinet can be changed later.

Amp Models: 57CHMP ('57 Fender Champ), 57DLUX ('57 Fender Tweed Deluxe), 59BMAN ('59 Fender Tweed Bassman), 65TWIN ('65 Fender Blackface Twin Reverb), 65DLXR ('65 Fender Blackface Deluxe Reverb), 45 JTM ('65 Marshall JTM-45), 68PLEX ('68 Marshall 100 Watt Super Lead), JMPPNL ('68 Marshall Jump Panel), 77MSTR ('77 Marshall Master Volume), 800JCM ('83 Marshall JCM800), 900JCM ('93 Marshall JCM900), VXAC15 ('62 Vox AC15), TOPBST ('63 Vox AC30 Top Boost), HINTAG ('69 Hiwatt Custom 100 DR103), MARK2C ('81 Mesa Boogie Mark II C), RECTFR ('01 Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier), MATCH ('96 Matchless HC30), SOLDNO ('88 Soldano SLO-100), DIGSLO (DigiTech Solo), DIGMTL (DigiTech Metal), DIGBRT (DigiTech Bright), DIGCLN (DigiTech Clean), DIGGAN (DigiTech Gain), 2101CT (DigiTech 2101 Clean Tube), 2101ST (DigiTech 2101 Saturated Tube), ACdred (Dreadnaught acoustic), ACJMBO (Jumbo acoustic), DIRECT (No amp model).

Cabinet

Cabinet Model (Knob 2): Selects speaker cabinet model when Amp/Cabinet row is selected.

Cabinet Models: CHMP18 (1x8 '57 Fender Tweed Champ), DLX112 (1x12 '57 Fender Tweed Deluxe), DRV112 (1x12 '65 Fender Blackface Deluxe Reverb), BMN212 (2x12 '57 Fender Blonde Bassman), TWN212 (2x12 '65 Fender Blackface Twin Reverb), BRT212 (2x12 '63 Vox AC30 Top Boost w/ Jensen Blue Backs), BMN410 (4x10 '59 Fender Tweed Bassman), CLS412 (4x12 Marshall 1969 Straight w/ Celestion G12-T70), GRN412 (4x12 Marshall 1969 Slant w/ Celestion 25W Greenbacks), FAN412 (4x12 Hiwatt Custom w/ Fane Speakers), BTQ412 (4x12 '96 VHT Slant w/ Celestion Vintage 30's), VTG412 (4x12 Johnson Straight w/ Celestion Vintage 30's), DIGSLO (4x12 DigiTech Solo), DIGBRT (2x12 DigiTech Bright), DIGMTL (4x12 DigiTech Metal), DIGRCK (4x12 DigiTech Rock), DIGALT (4x12 DigiTech Alt Rock), DIGVTG (4x12 DigiTech Vintage), DIRECT (No cabinet model).

Amp Gain (Knob 3): Adjusts Gain (distortion) for selected Amp model (0-99). Not available for Acoustic.

Amp Level (Knob 6): Adjusts Level (volume) of selected Amp model (0-99).

EQ

The RP350's EQ shapes tone with Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls. Four preset EQ curves: Mid Boost (MIDBST), Scoop (SCOOP), Bright (BRIGHT), and Warm (WARM) selectable via Knob 1. Bass, Midrange, and Treble parameters range from -12dB to +12dB.

• EQ Model (Knob 1): Selects one of 4 EQ modes. Press knob to toggle EQ on/off.
• Bass (Knob 2): Adjusts low end level (0-99).
• Mid Frequency (Knob 3): Selects frequency for Mid parameter adjustment (300 Hz to 5000 Hz).
• Mid Range (Knob 4): Adjusts midrange level (0-99).
• Treble (Knob 5): Adjusts high end level (0-99).
• Presence (Knob 6): Boosts or cuts Presence level (-12dB to 12dB).
• Treble Frequency (X-Edit™ only): Selects frequency for Treble parameter adjustment (500 Hz to 8000 Hz).

Note: EQ settings can be modified for each amp channel (Amp A/B) using the Amp A/B Footswitch.

Noise Gate/Auto Swell

Eliminates noise when not playing or provides an auto volume swell effect.

• Gate Model (Knob 1): Selects Noise Gate (GATE) or Auto Swell (SWELL). Press knob to toggle on/off.
• Threshold (Knob 2): Signal strength required to open/close Noise Gate (0=easy, 99=strong).
• Attack Time (Knob 3): Attack time (0=short, 99=long).
• Release (Knob 4): Release parameter (0-99).
• Attenuation (Knob 5): Attenuation parameter (0-99).
• Swell Sensitivity (Knob 6): Auto Swell sensitivity (0-99).

Chorus/FX

Multi-function module for Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Vibrato, Rotary Speaker, Tremolo, Panner, Envelope Filter, Auto Ya™, YaYa™, Synth Talk™, Step Filter, DOD FX25, Detune, Whammy™, Pitch Shift, IPS, and OC Octaver effects. Only one effect can be used at a time. Knobs 2-6 adjust parameters for the selected effect.

Chorus

Adds a short, modulated delay to the signal for a thicker sound. Models: CE CHS (Boss CE-2), TC CHS (TC Electronic), CHORUS (DigiTech Dual Chorus), MCHORS (DigiTech Multi Chorus).

Flanger

Uses shorter delay time and regeneration for an exaggerated sweeping motion. Models: FLANGR (DigiTech), TRGFLG (DigiTech Triggered), MXFLGR (MXR), EHFLGR (Electro-Harmonix Electric Mistress).

Phaser

Splits signal, changes phasing, and mixes back for a twisting sound. Models: PHASER (DigiTech), TPHASE (DigiTech Triggered), MXPHAS (MXR Phase 100), EHPHAS (Electro-Harmonix Small Stone).

Vibrato (VIBRAT)

Modulates pitch at an even rate.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement (Pre=before Distortion, Post=after Noise Gate).
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts modulation rate (0-99).
• Depth (Knob 4): Adjusts modulation intensity (0-99).

Rotary Speaker (ROTARY)

Emulates spinning horn and woofer for panning and pitch change effects.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts speaker rotation rate (0-99).
• Intensity (Knob 4): Controls effect intensity (0-99).
• Doppler (Knob 5): Controls pitch shift ratio between horn and rotor (0-99).
• Crossover (Knob 6): Selects crossover frequency (0=200 Hz, 99=1600 Hz).

VibroPan (VIBPAN)

Modulates pitch and incorporates automatic panning for a chorus-like sound.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts modulation speed.
• Depth (Knob 4): Adjusts pitch change amount.
• Vibrato/Pan (Knob 5): Adjusts panning with vibrato. 0=standard vibrato, 99=full stereo image.
• Waveform (Knob 6): Selects waveform: TRIANG, SINE, or SQUARE.

Unicord Uni-Vibe™ (UNOVIB)

Adds lush chorus or rotary speaker (vibrato) effect. Based on Unicord Uni-Vibe™ pedal.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts modulation/vibrato speed (0-99).
• Intensity (Knob 4): Controls effect intensity (0-99).
• Chorus/Vibrato (Knob 5): Selects Chorus or Vibrato.
• Volume (Knob 6): Adjusts effect volume.

Tremolo/Panner

Modulates volume at an even rate. Models: TRMOLO (DigiTech), PANNER (DigiTech), OPTREM (Fender Opto Tremolo), BITREM (Vox Bias Tremolo).

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts volume modulation rate (0-99).
• Depth (Knob 4): Adjusts modulation intensity (0-99).
• Waveform (Knob 5): Selects waveform: TRIANG, SINE, or SQUARE.

Envelope Filter (ENVLOP)

Dynamic Wah effect that alters sound based on playing intensity.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Sensitivity (Knob 3): Adjusts sensitivity to trigger Wah effect (0-99).
• Range (Knob 4): Controls Envelope effect range (0-99).

AutoYa™ (AUTOYA)

Combines Wah and Flanger for an almost human vowel sound, automatically animated.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts AutoYa sweep speed (0-99).
• Intensity (Knob 4): Adjusts AutoYa intensity (0-99).
• Range (Knob 5): Adjusts throaty quality (0-49).

YaYa™ (YAYA)

Exclusive DigiTech effect combining Wah and Flanger for a talk box effect, controlled by Expression Pedal.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Pedal (Knob 3): Adjusts Ya pedal position (0-99).
• Intensity (Knob 4): Adjusts YaYa intensity (0-99).
• Range (Knob 5): Adjusts throaty quality (0-49).

Synth Talk™ (SNTHTK)

Makes guitar speak based on playing dynamics.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Attack (Knob 3): Adjusts synthesized voice attack (0-99).
• Release (Knob 4): Adjusts synthesized voice release (0-99, oo=infinity).
• Vox (Knob 5): Changes synth voice characteristics (0-99).
• Sensitivity (Knob 6): Adjusts input signal sensitivity to trigger effect (0-99).
• Balance (X-Edit™ only): Adjusts left-to-right balance of wet signal (LEFT 99 to RIGHT 99).

Step Filter (STPFLT)

Automatic "random wah" with a square waveform.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Speed (Knob 3): Adjusts Wah effect speed (0-99).
• Intensity (Knob 4): Controls Wah effect intensity (0-99).

DOD FX25 (FX25)

Envelope filter based on the DOD FX25.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Blend (Knob 3): Balances effect signal and dry signal.
• Sensitivity (Knob 4): Adjusts sensitivity to trigger Wah effect (0-99).
• Range (Knob 5): Controls envelope effect range (0-99).

DigiTech Whammy™ (WHAMMY)

Uses Expression Pedal to bend pitch or add bendable harmony. Bends note up or down as pedal moves. Automatically placed before Amp modeling.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Shift Amount (Knob 3): Selects pitch bend interval and direction. Choices include octave up/down, seconds, thirds, fourths, fifths, and dive bomb. Harmony bends include minor/major thirds, etc.
• Pedal Position (Knob 5): Manual control of Whammy pedal position (0-99).
• Mix (Knob 6): Adjusts Whammy mix (0-99).

Pitch Shift (PITCH)

Copies signal, shifts pitch, and mixes back with original for a two-guitar sound.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Shift Amount (Knob 3): Selects shifted pitch interval (-24 to 24 octaves).
• Mix (Knob 6): Controls mix level of shifted pitch (0-99).

Detune (DETUNE)

Copies signal, slightly detunes it, and mixes back for a doubling effect.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Shift Amount (Knob 3): Adjusts detune shift (-24 to 24 cents).
• Level (Knob 6): Controls mix of detuned note (0-99).

Intelligent Pitch Shifting (IPS)

Copies signal, changes pitch to a diatonically correct interval based on Amount parameter, creating true harmony.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Shift Amount (Knob 3): Selects harmony interval. Choices include octaves, sevenths, sixths, fifths, fourths, thirds, seconds (up/down).
• Key (Knob 4): Selects musical key (e.g., E, Eb).
• Scale (Knob 5): Selects scale: Major, Minor, Dorian, Mixolydian, Lydian, Harmonic Minor.
• Level (Knob 6): Adjusts IPS Level (0-99).

Boss® OC-2 Octaver™ (OCTAVR)

Adds two signals: one octave below and two octaves below the original guitar signal. Each has its own volume control.

• Pre/Post Amp (Knob 2): Determines effect placement.
• Octave 1 (Knob 3): Adjusts volume of 1 octave below signal (0-99).
• Octave 2 (Knob 4): Adjusts volume of 2 octaves below signal (0-99).
• Dry Level (Knob 6): Controls dry signal volume (0-99).

Delay

Records a portion of the signal and plays it back later, repeating once or several times.

• Delay Model (Knob 1): Selects one of 5 Delay models: ALGDLY (Analog Delay), DM DLY (Boss DM-2), DIGDLY (Digital Delay), MODDLY (Modulated Delay), PGDLY (Pong Delay), TAPDLY (Tape Delay), ECOPLX (Maestro EP-2 Echoplex). Press knob to toggle on/off.

Delay Model Functions (Knobs 2-6):

Note: Repeats parameter (Knob 3) ranges from 0 to Repeat Hold (RPTHLD) for all models except DM-2 Analog Delay. Repeat Hold is infinite repeat.

Reverb

Simulates acoustic spaces for a sense of room or hall performance. Features genuine Lexicon® reverbs.

• Reverb Model (Knob 1): Selects Reverb model or acoustic space. Press knob to toggle on/off. Models: TWINRV (Fender Twin Reverb), LEXAMB (Lexicon Ambience), LEXSTD (Lexicon Studio), LEXROM (Lexicon Room), LEXHAL (Lexicon Hall), EMTPLT (EMT240 Plate).

Reverb Model Functions (Knobs 2-6):

Section Four - Other Functions

Drum Machine

Built-in drum machine with 60 patterns and 5 metronome settings, accessible via the Drums button.

Pressing the Drums button enables the drum machine and starts playback of the selected pattern (unless in Store or Bypass mode). Display shows DRUMS ON/OFF. When the Drums row is selected (using Edit buttons): Knob 1 selects Style, Knob 2 selects Pattern, Knob 3 adjusts Tempo, Knob 4 adjusts playback level. Press Drums button again to stop playback.

Drum Pattern List:

Aux Input

Connect MP3/CD player via 1/8" stereo cable to the Aux Input for jamming. Signal outputs through left, right, and headphone jacks. Use player's volume control and RP350's Master Level for balance. Also used for Learn-A-Lick™ feature.

Learn-A-Lick™ Mode

Allows recording of a 10-second passage and playback at speeds down to 1/4 without pitch change, useful for learning fast solos. Functions:

• Stop: Controlled by Down Footswitch
• Rewind: Controlled by Up Footswitch
• Play: Controlled by Down Footswitch
• Record: Controlled by Amp A/B Footswitch
• Playback Speed: Controlled by Edit buttons
• Sampled Phrase Volume: Controlled by Expression Pedal

Using Learn-A-Lick™

1. Connect CD/tape player headphone output to Jam-A-Long input (1/8" stereo plug). Set player level.
2. Cue passage, pause player.
3. Press and hold Up and Amp A/B Footswitches to enter Learn-A-Lick mode (display shows LALICK).
4. When display shows READY, release player pause, press Amp A/B (Record) Footswitch. Display shows RCRDNG, with time elapsed. Recording loops automatically (display shows PLAY). Press stop/pause on player.
5. Use Edit buttons to select playback speed (1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, FULL).
6. Up Footswitch steps back through loop at 1-second intervals.
7. Expression Pedal controls output level of recorded phrase.
8. Press Down (Stop/Play) Footswitch to stop/restart playback.
9. Press Amp A/B (Record) Footswitch again to record a new passage.
10. To exit Learn-A-Lick mode, press and hold Up and Amp A/B Footswitches simultaneously.

Expression Pedal

Links to control Volume, Wah, Whammy™, YaYa™, or other parameters in real time. Minimum (heel) and maximum (toe) values can be specified. Toe pressure activates V-switch, toggling between linked parameter and Wah.

Linking a parameter:

1. Press Edit button until Expression row is selected.
2. Rotate Knob 1 until EXPPDL appears.
3. Rotate Knob 2 to select desired parameter (see page 30 for list).
4. Rotate Knob 3 to select minimum (heel) value.
5. Rotate Knob 4 to select maximum (toe) value.
6. Store Expression Pedal assignment to preset (see page 12).

LFOs

Two assignable low frequency oscillators (LFO 1, LFO 2) for parameter variation. Minimum and maximum values can be set. LFO speed determines sweep time.

Assigning LFOs:

1. Press Edit button until Expression row is selected.
2. Rotate Knob 1 to select LFO 1 (LFO1) or LFO 2 (LFO2).
3. Rotate Knob 2 to select parameter (see page 30 for list).
4. Rotate Knob 5 to select waveform: TRIANG, SINE, or SQUARE.
5. Rotate Knob 6 to select parameter control speed.

Factory Reset

Resets RP350 to original factory settings, erasing custom presets and recalibrating the Expression Pedal. ATTENTION: This erases all user-programmed data permanently.

Procedure:

1. Press and hold Store button while powering up RP350.
2. When FACRST appears, release Store button.
3. Press and hold flashing Store button for 3 seconds until RSTORD appears, then release. Restore takes several seconds (display counts up). Expression Pedal calibration begins automatically after restore.

Expression Pedal Calibration

Recalibrates Expression Pedal after factory reset or if malfunctioning. Does not erase User presets.

Procedure:

1. Press and hold Up/Down Footswitches until PDLCAL appears (after BYPASS, TUNER, EXIT).
2. When prompted TOE DN, rock pedal forward (toe down) and press Footswitch.
3. When prompted TOE UP, rock pedal back (toe up) and press Footswitch.
4. For V-Switch sensitivity calibration (VSwxxx): Rock pedal forward, press toe once to turn V-Switch ON (wah ON), press again to turn OFF (wahOFF).
5. If V-Switch is too sensitive, press right Up Footswitch to raise threshold (0-200). Test sensitivity and adjust until it engages only when intended.
6. When V-Switch sensitivity is satisfactory, press both Up/Down Footswitches simultaneously to exit.

Note: If display shows ERROR, repeat steps 2-5.

Section Five - Appendix

Specifications

General Specifications

• A/D/A Converter: 24-bit high performance audio
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
• DSP Section: AudioDNA2™ DSP Processor
• Simultaneous Effects: 11
• Preset Memory: 70 User Presets (U1-U70) / 70 Factory Presets (F1-F70)
• Drum Machine: 60 Patterns
• Dimensions: 12.875" Length x 8.375" Width x 2.5" Height
• Unit Weight: 4.5 lbs.

Analog Input Connections:

• Guitar Input: 1/4" Unbalanced (TS)
• Input Impedance: 500k Ohms
• Aux Input: 1/8" Stereo (TRS)

Analog Output Connections:

• 1/4" Outputs: Left/Right Outputs: 1/4" Impedance Unbalanced. Impedance: 500 Ohms per side. Maximum Output: +10 dBu
• XLR Outputs: Left/Right Outputs: Impedance Balanced. Impedance: 1 kohm per side. Maximum Output: +16 dBu
• Headphones: 1/8" Stereo (TRS) - 13.6mW per channel @ 50 Ohms

Digital Connections:

• Universal Serial Bus (USB): Type B, supports USB1.1 Full Speed (12 Mbps Bandwidth USB 2.0 compatible)

RP350 USB Recording Specifications:

• Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz
• Bit depth: supports 16-bit or 24-bit (depends on setup in Recording Software)

Power Requirements:

• US and Canada: 120 VAC, 60 Hz Adapter: PS0913B-120
• Japan: 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz Adapter: PS0913B -100
• Europe: 230 VAC, 50 Hz Adapter: PS0913B -230
• UK: 240 VAC, 50 Hz Adapter: PS0913B -240

Minimum Windows® PC Computer System Requirements:

• Windows® XP w/Service Pack 2 and .NET 2.0 installed
• 500 MHz processor speed (1.2 GHz recommended)
• 128 MB RAM (512MB recommended)

Minimum Mac Computer System Requirements:

• OS 10.4 or higher
• 450 MHz CPU
• 256 MB RAM

Expression Pedal - Assignable Parameters

Disclaimer: AutoYa, DigiTech, DOD, Death Metal, Johnson Amplification, Grunge, Lexicon, Multi Chorus, Whammy, and YaYa are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech or Harman International Industries, Inc. They are trademarks of other manufacturers and were used merely to identify products whose sounds were reviewed in the creation of this product.

Tone Library

Lists 30 available tones.

Effects Library

Lists 30 available effects chains.

Preset List

Provides a list of all 70 User and 70 Factory presets with their names and abbreviations.