• PATCH
A group of the settings for a certain effect type is called a PATCH. The 509 comes with 24 preset
patches which can be changed (edited) by the user.
• BANK
The 509 calls up patches in sets of four, called a "bank".
The 509 has memory capacity for 24 patches. At the factory, these are programmed with recommended
settings. The user can Edit and Store any patch, and also restore the factory settings.
What Are Banks and Patches?
PATCH LIST
Configuration of Effects
Controls, Functions and Connections
The patches of the 509 are created using two modules called EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2. You
can imagine a module as a box containing various effects such as chorus, flanger and so on.
From each module, you can select one effect (called "effect type"). Each effect type is made up
of several effect parameters which determine its sound. Effect parameters can be adjusted, as
easily as you can turn the knobs on a single compact effect device. A patch is a combination of
two effects from the modules, each with their effect parameters set to certain values.
The effects from EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 can be combined (linked) in three different ways, as
described below. The type of link is also stored as part of the patch.
• SERIAL
EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 are
connected in series (one after
the other). For example,
EFFECT 1 could apply pitch
shift to the guitar signal and
EFFECT 2 then could add a
chorus effect.
• PARALLEL
EFFECT 1 and EFFECT 2 are connected in parallel (side by side) and their output are mixed.
For example, EFFECT 1 could apply a flanger effect and simultaneously EFFECT 2 could
provide pitch shifting.
• 2-VOICE EFFECT
When an effect type of the 2-VOICE EFFECT group is selected for EFFECT 1, EFFECT 2
automatically is set to off, and two effects with different pitches are heard in the left and right
channel.
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INPUT
DC 9V
CONTROL IN
OUTPUT
300mA
DETECTOR IN
(PHONES)
STORE
TUNER CAL.
EDIT VAL.
BANK
OUTPUT
INPUT
EDIT
UP
DOWN
＃
♭
BYPASS
BANK HOLD
EF1 TYPE
EFFECT 1
A
1
EFFECT 2
HPS
2PIT
DEPTH PIT
RATE MIX
KEY
SCLL
EF2 TYPE
DEPTH PIT
RATE MIX
SCL R
SFT L
SFT R
SERIAL/
PARA(BAL)
LEVEL
MIX
+
–
COMPACT MULTI EFFECTS PROCESSOR
EFFECT 1
CHORUS
FLANGER
PHASE
ROTARY
TREM/PAN
STEP
DOUBLING
PITCH
EQUALIZER
EFFECT 2
CHORUS
FLANGER
PHASE
ROTARY
TREM/PAN
STEP
DOUBLING
PITCH
EQUALIZER
SERIAL
EFFECT 1
EFFECT 2
2-VOICE HPS
2-VOICE PITCH
PARA
NOTE
✎
HINT
Front Panel
Rear Panel
TUNER indicator
In the 509, this indicator shows that the tuner is active, and it serves as a gauge for
fine tuning your instrument.
• BATTERY EMPTY WARNING display
When the unit is powered from the battery, this indicator begins flashing to warn
that the battery is running low.
STORE key
When the contents of patches are to be stored, this key is used for putting the unit in
store standby status and to execute the store function.
• Setting of direct load function
When the STORE key is pressed for at least 1 second during Play mode (during
performance), the direct load function can be switched on or off. [For details, see 10
Patch Switching (Application: Direct Load OFF).]
EDIT key (for creating your own patches)
This key serves to toggle between the Play mode and Edit mode (mode for creating
patches to suit your taste).
In Edit mode, this key can be used to select the effect parameters you wish to
change. Also, when the effect parameter LEVEL is selected, press this EDIT key to
return from the Edit mode to the Play mode.
• Setting of bank hold function
When the EDIT key is held down for at least 1 second in Play mode, the bank hold
function is turned on or off. [For details, see 9 Patch Switching (Application: Bank
Hold ON).]
INPUT jack
Instrument input.
When the unit is powered by the battery, this jack also functions as the power on/off
switch. The 509 is powered on by plugging a shielded cable into this jack. When the
unit is not in use, the cable should be disconnected to prevent battery drain.
DETECTOR IN jack
When the HPS effect type is used, this jack serves for input of the original guitar
sound, for correct pitch detection.
When using a patch with the HPS effect type and a distortion effect is connected
before the 509, the pitch may not be detected correctly. In this setup, connect the
original guitar signal to DETECTOR IN to allow the 509 to detect the pitch directly.
This will reduce any errors.
• If another effect device is connected before the 509, use a parallel box or similar to
supply the direct sound to the DETECTOR IN jack of the 509.
• When using the 509 together with the DUAL POWER DRIVER 510, make the
connection as shown below to supply the original guitar signal to
the DETECTOR IN jack.
• If the guitar is only connected to the DETECTOR IN jack, no sound will be heard.
• If a cable is connected to the DETECTOR IN jack but the guitar signal is not being
supplied, operation of the HPS effect may become unstable or the effect may not
work at all.
DC IN (AC adapter) jack
Serves for connecting an AC
adapter (Zoom AD-0006) which
delivers 9 VDC, 300 mA with a
"center minus" plug
configuration. The 509 is
powered on by plugging an AC
adapter into this jack.
CONTROL IN jack
The optional expression pedal FP01 or foot switch FS01 can be connected here,
for external control of the 509.
The foot switch FS01 allows switching EFFECT 1 on and off.
The expression pedal FP01 has different functions, depending on which patch is
selected, as described below.
• When "PP" (pedal pitch shifter) is selected as effect type for EFFECT
1 or EFFECT 2:
FP01 controls the pitch of the effect.
• When "2-VOICE EFFECT" is selected as effect type for EFFECT 1:
FP01 controls the mixing level of the two effect sounds.
• Other settings:
FP01 controls the output level of original sound + effect sound
DISPLAY
Displays information required to operate the 509.
• Play mode
Displays the selected bank (A-F) and patch (1-4).
• Edit mode
Displays the value of the selected effect parameter.
• Bypass/Tuner mode
Shows the pitch of the input signal.
PARAMETER CURSOR indicator
• Play mode
The currently used effect module lights.
• Edit mode
The indicator lights up for the currently used effect module, and the indicator
flashes for the effect module that is turned off. Also, the indicator for the effect
module selected for editing flashes.
• Bypass/Tuner mode
Indicators function as tuning meter.
VALUE +/- keys
• Play mode
The keys serve for bank switching.
• Edit mode
The keys serve for changing the effect parameter.
• Bypass/Tuner mode
The keys serve for setting the tuner reference pitch (calibration).
PATCH UP (right)/DOWN (left) pedals
• Play mode
The pedals serve for patch switching. Pressing both pedals simultaneously
activates the Bypass/Tuner mode.
• Edit mode
The pedals serve for selecting effect parameters. Pressing both pedals
simultaneously turns the currently selected effect module on or off.
• Bypass/Tuner mode
Pressing either pedal cancels the Bypass/Tuner mode to return to Play mode.
OUTPUT jack
This jack is for the output signal from the 509. You can connect either a single
guitar amplifier, using a monaural shielded cable, or two guitar amplifiers, using
a Y-type stereo shielded cable, or a pair of stereo headphones. If the volume level
is low when using headphones, use headphones with low impedance (32 ohms or
less).
OUTPUT 2
DETECTOR IN
INPUT
OUTPUT 1
509
INPUT
OUTPUT
To amplifier
or other effect
device
Parallel box
(commercially
available)
Distortion or
other effect device
INPUT
OUTPUT
DIRECT OUT
510
509
INPUT
OUTPUT
DETECTOR IN
To amplifier
or other effect device
5
3
4
6
BANK A
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
BANK b
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
BANK C
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
BANK d
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
BANK E
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
BANK F
PATCH 1
PATCH 2
PATCH 3
PATCH 4
Patch No.
Patch Name
Effect Types
A1
A2
A3
A4
b1
b2
b3
b4
C1
C2
C3
C4
d1
d2
d3
d4
E1
E2
E3
E4
F1
F2
F3
F4
CHORUS 1
FLANGER 1
2–VOICE HPS
ROTARY
CHORUS 2
EQUALIZER 1
CHORUS 2
DOUBLING 2
CHORUS 1
FLANGER 1
2–VOICE PITCH
STEP 2
CHORUS 2
FLANGER 1
PHASE 2
TREMOLO
PITCH
PEDAL PITCH
PITCH
PITCH
CHORUS 1
2–VOICE PITCH
CHORUS 3
EQUALIZER 1
DOUBLING 2
DOUBLING 1
DOUBLING 1
EQUALIZER 2
PHASE 2
TREMOLO
EQUALIZER 1
DOUBLING 2
AUTOPAN
PHASE 1
EQUALIZER 2
FLANGER 2
STEP 1
TREMOLO
DOUBLING 1
PEDAL PITCH
DOUBLING 1
CHORUS 2
ROTARY
FLANGER 1
CHORUS 2
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–
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–
–
–
/
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/
/
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/
/
/
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Super Chorus
Jet Flange
C Maj HPS
Deep Rotor
Natural Chorus
PHASE–1000
Trendy
Blue Note
Doublin' CHOR
FLANGE–PAN
Twin Pitch
Water Voice
Cutting Chorus
Twin Flange
Fast Arpeggio
MOLO-molo
4th Pitch
Funny–Pedal
OCT–BASS
12 Strings
CHO–TARY
Detune Chorus
Modulated Clean
Sharp Shape
Description
Useful chorus effect
Flanging sound to match distortion effects
Harmony in C major
Expansive rotary sound
Traditional-type chorus
Funky phase sound
Modern-style tremolo
Bluesy doubling sound
Blend of doubling and chorus
Flanger alternates between left and right
3-part harmony
Wow-type step sound
Funky chorus for cutting play
Flanger with strong presence
Great for fast-paced arpeggio play
Tremolo with triple expression
Oriental-type pitch sound
Experience all-new pedal action
Bass line and octave solo
Simulated 12-string sound
Blend of chorus and rotary effects
Steady detuning sound
Pleasantly modulated clean sound
Sharp and distinct chorus
*In the "Effect Types" column, "-" indicates serial connection and "/" parallel connection.
SERIAL
EFFECT 1
CHORUS
FLANGER
PHASE
ROTARY
TREMOLO/PAN
STEP
DOUBLING
PITCH
EQUALIZER
EFFECT 2
CHORUS
FLANGER
PHASE
ROTARY
TREMOLO/PAN
STEP
DOUBLING
PITCH
EQUALIZER
EFFECT 1
EFFECT 2
2-VOICE HPS
2-VOICE PITCH
PARALLEL
Using the 2-VOICE EFFECT function
