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Thank you for selecting the ZOOM RFX-1000 (hereafter simply called the "

RFX-

1000

"). The RFX-1000 is a sophisticated digital reverb and multi-effect processor with

the following features and functions. 

Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most out of your RFX-
1000 and to ensure optimum performance and reliability. Retain this manual, the
warranty card and all other documentation for future reference. 

• 33 immediately usable effects 

The RFX-1000 comes with a full complement of preset effects (11 effects x 3 banks).
Right out of the box, the unit is ready to create great sound. The REVERB bank in
particular provides a wide spread and natural sounding ambience that meets even
demanding professional standards. 

• Built-in professional quality reverb 

The reverb effects alone allow 121 different settings. The convincing sound stage
created by the RFX-1000 far surpasses anything else available in this class. 

• Innovative choices 

Lo-Fi EFX purposely degrades sound quality for special effect. RESONANCE
processes the input signal with sophisticated filtering. MIC SIMULATOR produces
condenser mic sound from a dynamic microphone. These and various other effects
are great for recording and give full scope to your creativity. 

• Attractive mixdown effects 

Mixdown effects can be used effectively to tailor the overall mood of a song when
performing mixdown (mixing multiple tracks onto two final stereo tracks) or
mastering (fine-tuning the sound and level of a final 2-track mix). 

• Intuitive editing controls 

Convenient knobs on the front panel let you directly adjust items such as the mixing
ratio of original sound and effect sound. Editing effect parameters on the fly is also
easy and straightforward. This allows quick fine-tuning for optimum sound. 

• MIC IN jack 

The dedicated microphone jack on the front panel comes in handy for creating vocal
effects without having to make cumbersome connections in the rear. Controlling the
VOCODER effect is a snap thanks to this feature. 

OPERATION MANUAL

Introduction

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Controls and Functions  

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Getting Connected  

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Trying Out the Effects  

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Changing the Sound of an Effect  

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Safety Precautions/Usage Precautions

Summary of Contents for RFX-1000

Page 1: ... input signal with sophisticated filtering MIC SIMULATOR produces condenser mic sound from a dynamic microphone These and various other effects are great for recording and give full scope to your creativity Attractive mixdown effects Mixdown effects can be used effectively to tailor the overall mood of a song when performing mixdown mixing multiple tracks onto two final stereo tracks or mastering ...

Page 2: ... IN jack 6 OUTPUT control Serves to adjust the level of the signal supplied at the OUTPUT jacks 7 MIX control Serves to adjust the balance between original sound DRY and effect sound WET When the control is turned fully counterclockwise only the original sound is output When the control is turned fully clockwise only the effect sound is output ZOOM RFX 1000 Controls and Functions Front Panel Rear ...

Page 3: ... to adjust an effect parameter 10 BANK switch Serves to select the effect bank group of effects The following three effect banks are available REVERB bank Contains various reverb effects EFFECTS bank Contains single effects for instruments and voice and combined effects MIX SFX bank Contains special effects and effects particularly suited for mixdown mixing multiple tracks onto two final stereo tr...

Page 4: ...ith the rack screw holes and securely fasten the unit to the rack with screws The RFX 1000 uses a metal frame making the unit heavier than it might seem at first glance While installing the unit in a rack carefully support the weight of the unit until all screws are securely tightened Otherwise the unit may drop possibly causing injury to persons or damage to itself or to other equipment Do not di...

Page 5: ...e RFX 1000 and connect the OUTPUT L R jacks of the RFX 1000 to the return jacks or the stereo line input jacks of the mixer or MTR In this configuration the RFX 1000 should be set so that it outputs only the effect sound and the balance between original sound and effect sound should be adjusted at the mixer or multi track recorder Supplying the send signal to the RFX 1000 in stereo is also possibl...

Page 6: ...00 OUTPUT R R L MONO L INPUT Preamplifier or distortion effect or similar Using Two Effects in Parallel The RFX 1000 allows using two effects at the same time in parallel This is possible with effects from the EFFECTS bank which have a double name separated with a slash The following illustration shows a connection example for using two effects independently in the left and right channel Keyboard ...

Page 7: ...verb character settings Unprocessed sound original sound Processed sound The control adjusts the reverb duration EFFECTS or MIX SFX selected The control adjusts a major parameter of the currently selected effect The control adjusts a major parameter of the currently selected effect 3 CHARACTER VARIATION selector The function of this selector differs depending on which effect bank is currently sele...

Page 8: ...9 Glass Room 10 Rehearsal Space 11 Garage These effects simulate the reverb in various types of interior spaces ranging from small rooms to large clubs Simulates the acoustics of a tiled room Simulates the acoustics of a room with warm sound character Simulates the acoustics of a fairly large room made of wood Simulates the acoustics of a conference room Simulates the acoustics of a large club wit...

Page 9: ...gh pitched male vocals Reverb suitable for emphasizing narration Reverb suitable for chanting Emphasizes vocals without changing other characteristics Reverb with emphasized high end Wide simulated space suitable for vocals Reverb with long pre delay Sets the reverb duration Recommended setting S R 5 AMBIENCE CHARACTER REVERB TIME 1 Rock Mix Reverb Time 2 Jazz Band 3 Reggae Mix 4 Keyboard 5 Hip Ho...

Page 10: ... MalletPerc 9 Slap 10 Afro Drums 11 Bells These reverb effects are most suitable for drums and percussion Reverb suitable for rock drum Light ambience for percussion Reverb for jazz drums Slightly deep effect for tom toms Creates optimum ambience for shakers and similar percussion instruments Midrange centered effect for reggae drums Allows adding reverb to snares or cymbals without affecting the ...

Page 11: ...Time Special effect where the reverb is briskly cut by a gate Adjusts the threshold level where the gate becomes active Sets the reverb duration S R 11 REVERSE CHARACTER Threshold Reverb Time This achieves a similar effect as a tape run in reverse Adjusts the sensitivity of the effect that is the level from which the reverb is applied REVERB TIME Sets the reverb duration S R EFFECTS Bank This bank...

Page 12: ...creases modulation Adjusts the pitch modulation rate Slow Fast VARIATION 4 ADJUST High grade chorus with smooth presence S R Broad range Narrow range 5 FLANGER VARIATION REVERB TIME ADJUST Setting example Flanger Depth Flanger Rate Stereo flanger with a wide range Specifies the range over which the effect is active Turning the control clockwise makes the range broader Adjusts the flanger modulatio...

Page 13: ...ATION REVERB TIME ADJUST Reverb Mix Chorus Depth This is an in series combination of chorus and reverb Adjusts the mixing ratio of the reverb sound Turning the control clockwise increases the reverb ratio Adjusts the modulation depth Modulation rate is fixed S R MIX SFX Bank This bank comprises special effects such as MIC SIMULATOR and VOCODER as well as mixdown effects useful for mixdown mixing m...

Page 14: ...control clockwise increases distortion Adjusts the speaker rotation speed Strong distortion Weak distortion Slow rotation Fast rotation 8 RING MOD VARIATION REVERB TIME ADJUST Delay Mode Frequency This is a ring modulator with short delay Switches the delay mode Sets the frequency with which the input signal is to be multiplied 1 Delay Off Varies the input signal modulation frequency 11 Feedback O...

Page 15: ... x 3 banks x 11 variations Sampling frequency 44 1 kHz A D converter 18 bit 64 times oversampling D A converter 18 bit 8 times oversampling DSP Zoom original ZFX 2 24 bit signal processing Rear Inputs L MONO R standard monaural phone jack x 2 Input impedance 10 kilohms MONO 20 kiloohms STEREO Reference input level 10 dBm to 4 dBm Microphone input standard monaural phone jack x 1 Input impedance 20...

Page 16: ...not exert undue pressure on the unit Also take care not to drop the unit and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure Connecting cables and input and output jacks You should always turn off the power to the RFX 1000 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting any cables Also make sure to disconnect all cables and the AC adapter before moving the RFX 1000 Alterations Never op...

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