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The BFX-708 also incorporates a sampler that allows recording for up to 6 seconds. This can

be used not only to record bass guitar sounds but also for external sources such as a CD

player. The data are stored in the memory of the unit and can be played easily using the foot

switches. A recorded phrase can also be played at half the original speed without changing

the pitch. This is convenient for example to study how a fast bass phrase played by a pro.

1

Connect the recording source to the

INPUT jack of the BFX-708. 

Before making or changing any connections,
be sure to set the OUTPUT knob to the zero
position. If a cable is plugged in or unplugged
while the OUTPUT knob is turned up, shock
noise may damage the speaker. 

2

To activate the sampler function, press the

SAMPLER key in play mode. 

The sampler goes into the recording standby

mode and the display shows the following

information. 

3

Turn parameter knob 1 to select "BP"

(BFX-708 effects are not used for

recording) or "EF" (BFX-708 effects are

used for recording). 

4

Turn parameter knob 2 to select "NML"

(normal playback speed) or "SLW" (slow

playback speed at half tempo without

changing pitch). 

5

Push the 

foot switch and start playback

of the external source (CD player or

similar) you want to record, or play the

phrase you want to record. 

In this mode, the expression pedal operates as

controller for the recording level. 

During recording, the display shows the

indication "RECORDING". The module LEDs on

the panel light up in sequence, to show the

elapsed time. 

6

To terminate the recording, press the 

foot switch. Recording stops, and

playback immediately starts from the

beginning. 

During playback, the indication "PLAY" is shown

on the display. 

If no steps are taken after starting to record,

Using the Sampler Function 

12

Listening

to
Patches

(Play

Mode

Operation)

ZOOM BFX-708

NOTE

SAMPLER

Input source

Play mode

PATCH NAME

or

PARM knob 2

PATCH NAME

PATCH NAME

or

PARM knob 1

PATCH NAME

PATCH NAME

COMP•DIST

ZNR/EQ

MOD

REV

TOTAL

Elapsed 
time

1 - 2

2 - 3

3 - 4

4 - 5

5 - 6

seconds

PATCH NAME

DC9V

POWER

INPUT

(AUX IN)

OUTPUT

(PHONES)

300mA

OFF

ON

CD player

Cable with standard stereo plug

Содержание BFX-708

Страница 1: ...Using the Sampler Function 12 Using the Easy Edit Function 13 Reserving the Next Patch DIRECT LOAD 14 Fixing the Bank BANK HOLD 14 Altering the Sound of a Patch Edit Mode Operation 15 Patch Configurat...

Страница 2: ...onic device avoid applying excessive force to the switches and buttons Also take care not to drop the unit and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure Alterations Never open the case of the B...

Страница 3: ...is great for enhancing any performance For extended use the unit can also be powered by an AC adapter Rotary knobs allow speedy parameter editing When editing a patch the three knobs on the top panel...

Страница 4: ...hook OUTPUT PHONES jack DC9V POWER UT IN OU PH 300mA OFF ON Preparations Rear Panel Inserting the Batteries The BFX 708 can be powered either by alkaline batteries or by an AC adapter To use the unit...

Страница 5: ...C 9V jack on the BFX 708 and plug the adapter into an AC outlet To guard against inadvertently disconnecting the AC adapter cable wind the cable once around the hook on the rear panel of the BFX 708 6...

Страница 6: ...while playing your instrument with the BFX 708 in play mode The aspect of the patch that is changed by the expression pedal can be programmed for each patch To get a feel for this select various patch...

Страница 7: ...cted If a patch from the PRESET group was edited the store location A1 will be selected If required use the TYPE BANK keys and the foot switches to specify the patch Confirm the store action by pressi...

Страница 8: ...V TOTAL Input Gain Setting Amp Simulator Setting Turning the AMP SIM knob causes the name of the currently selected type to appear on the display EDGE A B WARM A B Select the desired type The BANK PAT...

Страница 9: ...do this press both TYPE BANK keys together With each push the group from which patches can be selected is toggled as follows If you plan to use several patches in a song copying them to continuous nu...

Страница 10: ...ndicator The indicator shows the note which is closest to the current pitch 3 When the display shows the desired note perform fine tuning until the center module LED lights up 4 To change the referenc...

Страница 11: ...ned off and on again The tempo value can also be changed with the MODULE keys In this case the value changes in 1 step units The TYPE BANK keys can be used to change the pattern type Playing With Rhyt...

Страница 12: ...d for recording or EF BFX 708 effects are used for recording 4 Turn parameter knob 2 to select NML normal playback speed or SLW slow playback speed at half tempo without changing pitch 5 Push the foot...

Страница 13: ...Edit Function 13 Listening to Patches Play Mode Operation ZOOM BFX 708 COMP DIST compressor distortion module parameter MOD modulation module parameter REV reverb module parameter PARM1 knob PARM2 kn...

Страница 14: ...s for storing Reserving the Next Patch DIRECT LOAD 14 Listening to Patches Play Mode Operation ZOOM BFX 708 BANK PATCH VALUE BOTH EDITED BANK PATCH VALUE BOTH EDITED BANK PATCH VALUE BOTH EDITED BANK...

Страница 15: ...ation below A patch is a combination of modules each with their distinct parameter settings Within each module there are several effects which are called effect types For example the REV reverb module...

Страница 16: ...rget automatically becomes A1 Change the bank patch number as required When store copy is carried out the previous patch in the target is overwritten erased If that patch was edited its contents canno...

Страница 17: ...nation of a limiter with slap type characteristics and an enhancer This produces the dry overdrive sound of a vintage amplifier TYPE 13 16 parameters are identical Adjusts distortion intensity Adjusts...

Страница 18: ...ST Results in fat sounding wah br Module connection order is MOD COMP DIST Results in colorful wah Adjusts sensitivity of wah effect Negative values result in downward wah Adjusts octave effect mix Co...

Страница 19: ...MCHO Tremolo Chorus TYPE 18 T TRIP Time Trip TYPE 17 ECHO TYPE 16 DELAY TYPE 15 DEFRET TYPE 14 SLOW A Slow Attack TYPE 13 RING M Ring Modulator TYPE 12 19 Effect Types and Parameters REV Reverb module...

Страница 20: ...corresponds to unity gain Switches Direct Load function on and off When on the sound changes immediately when the patch is switched default When oF reading in the new patch is delayed until confirmed...

Страница 21: ...n SC Scratch Use expression pedal to play with scratch type effect From center position pedal controls either forward or reverse playback 4 When the STYLE parameter is set to nM Normal or rS Reverse u...

Страница 22: ...also possible to switch between patches while playing the recorded phrase When the regular sampler is used or when the unit is turned off the phrase is cleared The expression pedal of the BFX 708 can...

Страница 23: ...oot switches and TYPE BANK keys to select the patch from the USER group that you want to return to the factory default condition 2 Press the STORE key once more All Initialize or Factory Recall is car...

Страница 24: ...ut notice ZOOM CORPORATION NOAH Bldg 2 10 2 Miyanishi cho Fuchu shi Tokyo 183 0022 Japan PHONE 042 369 7116 FAX 042 369 7115 Printed in Japan 708 5000 Troubleshooting No sound or very low volume Is su...

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