ZOOM 505_GUITAR
Owner's Manual

11 Editing Patches
The 505 comes with 24 predefined patches that have been programmed at the factory. However, the 505 offers many more possibilities for combining effects in innovative ways. To discover these possibilities, we recommend that you try out the editing function, which lets you create your own patches. The mode in which patches can be edited is called the Edit mode. To switch from normal Play mode to Edit mode, briefly press the EDIT key. Do not keep the EDIT key depressed, because if the key is held for 1 second, the Bank Hold mode will be activated.
While Edit mode is active, each push of the EDIT key causes the parameter cursor to move one position down. The flashing position shows which module is selected for editing. The relation between parameter cursor LEDs and modules is as shown below. 1st parameter cursor LED: COMP module setting 2nd parameter cursor LED: DIST module distortion type setting 3rd parameter cursor LED: DIST module distortion gain setting 4th parameter cursor LED: ZNR and AMP block settings 5th parameter cursor LEDs: EQ module setting 6th parameter cursor LED: MOD module setting 7th parameter cursor LED: DLY/REV module setting 8th parameter cursor LED: PATCH level setting Use VALUE + / - keys to change parameters. For an explanation of the various parameters, please refer to the section "Effect Parameters". When the EDIT key is pressed while the 8th parameter cursor LED flashes, the Edit mode is canceled and the unit returns to the Play mode.

Immediately after switching from the Play mode to the Edit mode, the parameter cursor flashes at the highest position (COMP module), regardless of which patch was selected. The COMP (2) Press the EDIT key to module setting of the activate the Edit mode. current patch is shown on the display.

(1) While still in Play mode, select the patch you wish to edit.

(1) Use the EDIT key to select the parameter you wish to change.

(2) Use the VALUE + / - keys to adjust the parameter.

(3) When the 8th parameter cursor LED is flashing, press the EDIT key to return to the Play mode.

12 Effect Parameters
COMP module
Compressor
The input signal from the guitar is compressed to achieve a uniform volume level.
Setting range: (C1 � C9)

DIST module
Distortion Type
A total of eight effect types are available, including seven different distortion types and one effect which produces a sound similar to an electric acoustic guitar.
(Acoustic)

ZNR/AMP block
ZNR module
Determines the settings for Zoom Noise Reduction.

EQ module
4band EQ
Allows boost and cut in the presence, high, midrange, and low range, with 50 available settings.
Setting range: (1 � 10)

MOD module
Chorus
Simple 2-phase chorus which adds a component with periodically changing pitch to the direct sound. Suitable for enhancing body while maintaining a clean sound.
Setting range: (C1 � C9)

DLY/REV module
Delay
Conventional digital delay with a delay time of up to 370 ms. By monitoring this effect in stereo, you can achieve a ping-pong delay.
Setting range: (d1 � d9)

PATCH Level
Patch Level
Allows setting the level of individual patches. This setting is stored for each patch like the effect parameters.
Setting range: (1 � 30)

AMP module
Simulates the sonic characteristics of a guitar amplifier. Both modules together form the ZNR/AMP block.
Setting range: (1 � 9)

Higher values result in stronger compression.

Limiter
Limits the input signal with faster response than the compressor effect. Serves to prevent overload of other modules.
Setting range: (L1 � L9)

Gives a sound similar to an electric acoustic guitar.
(Rhythm)

Lower values result in a stronger high-range cut and low-range boost.
Setting range: (11 � 20)

Higher values result in a stronger effect.

Higher values result in longer delay time. Mix and feedback are also optimized.

Higher values result in higher level.

Gives slight distortion when strings are picked strongly.
(Overdrive)

Higher values result in more effective limiting.

Extended overdrive distortion similar to driving a tube amp.
(Distortion)

Higher values result in more effective noise reduction in the no-signal condition. Choose the highest setting that will remove noise without making the instrument sound unnatural at the trailing edge (when the sound decays into silence). A1: Amp simulator only is active. A2 - A9: ZNR is also used. Higher values result in more effective noise reduction.
(A1 � A9)

Lower values result in a lower boosted frequency.
(21 � 24)

Flanger
Adds a very short delay to the direct sound and varies the delay time periodically, resulting in a peculiar sound character. Can also be used together with the chorus effect.
Setting range: (F1 � F6)

Hall Reverb
Simulates the acoustics of a hall.
Setting range: (H1 � H9)

Lower values result in a stronger presence-range boost.
(25)

Auto Wah
With this effect, emphasized frequencies are shifted automatically depending on the dynamics of the input signal.
Setting range: (A1 � A4)

Hard distortion similar to driving a three-stack amp.
(Blues)

Yields flat frequency response.
(26 � 30)

Higher values result in longer reverb time. Mix setting is also optimized.

Overdrive sound with a firm core.
(Fuzz)

Higher values result in a stronger high-range boost.
(31 � 40)

Higher values result in faster flanger modulation.
(F7 � F9)

Room Reverb
Simulates the acoustics of a room.
Setting range: Setting range: (r1 � r9)

Choppy sound with fat bass.
(Lead)

Higher values result in a higher boosted frequency.
(41 � 50)

Flanger and chorus are used together. Higher values result in faster flanger modulation. Chorus is fixed.

Higher values result in a more pronounced auto wah effect.
(A5 � A9)

Bright and smooth distortion.
(Metal)

Higher values result in a stronger presence-range and low-range boost, giving a firm, solid sound.

Doubling
Overlays the direct sound with a short delay component, creating the impression of several players and making the sound more full-bodied. Can also be used together with the chorus effect.
Setting range: (d1 � d6)

Higher values result in longer reverb time. Mix setting is also optimized.

Compressor and auto wah are used together. Higher values result in a more pronounced auto wah effect. Compressor intensity is fixed.

Shredding type sound.

Phase Shift Distortion Gain
Sets the distortion intensity and the depth of the Acoustic effect.
Setting range: (1 � 30)

Pedal Wah
With this effect, emphasized frequencies are shifted using an optional expression pedal FP01 connected to the CONTROL IN jack.
Setting range: (P1 � P4)

Applies a phase-shifted component to the direct sound. The amount of shift varies periodically, giving a breathing effect.
Setting range: (P1 � P9)

Higher values result in longer delay time.
(d7 � d9)

Higher values result in stronger distortion or greater depth.

Higher values result in a stronger effect.

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Doubling and chorus are used together. Higher values result in longer doubling delay time. Chorus is fixed.

Higher values result in a higher pedal wah center frequency. Compressor and pedal wah
(P5 � P9)

Step
Randomly changing filter creates an auto-arpeggio effect. Can also be used together with the chorus effect.
Setting range: (S1 � S6)

HINT

3 Parameter setting shortcut
Normally, parameter values are set by tapping the

are used together. Higher values result in a higher pedal wah center frequency. Compressor intensity is fixed.

Higher values result in faster speed.
(S7 � S9)

VALUE + or VALUE - key once for each increment. To allow quick operation in effect modules which contain more than one effect, you can use the shortcut function which is activated by pressing both VALUE keys simultaneously. For example, if you are currently at the "Delay" parameter of the DLY/REV module and the current setting is "d5", you would need to press the VALUE + key 18 times to set the "Room" effect to "r5". However, you can achieve the same effect by activating the shortcut twice and then pressing the VALUE + key 4 times.

HINT

1 Selecting parameters to change
pedals for this purpose. Pressing the patch UP pedal (right pedal) moves the parameter cursor (the selected parameter) up. Pressing the patch DOWN pedal (left pedal) moves the parameter cursor (the selected parameter) down.

Step and chorus are used together. Higher values result in faster step speed. Chorus is fixed.

As described in "Editing Patches", parameters to be edited are selected by repeatedly pressing the EDIT key, but you can also use the patch

Pitch Shift
Can be used as dual-voice pitch shifter or as a pitch shift + chorus effect.
1-octave down pitch shift sound is mixed in. 5-step down harmony is mixed in. 5-step down harmony and chorus are mixed in. 4-step up harmony is mixed in. 4-step up harmony and chorus are mixed in. 1-octave up pitch shift sound is mixed in. Slight up/down shift sound is mixed in, for lowfluctuation chorus effect 4-step up/down harmony is mixed in, for dual-voice pitch shift 1-octave up/down pitch shift sound is mixed in, for dual-voice pitch shift. Using FP01 connected to CONTROL IN jack, pitch can be controlled to two octaves down. Using FP01 connected to CONTROL IN jack, harmony can be controlled to one octave up.

HINT

4 Volume control with FP01

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2 Effect module on/off switching
Each effect module in the 505 can be considered as a single parameter cursor position) and patch level setting (lowest parameter cursor setting), the flashing parameter cursor indicates that the corresponding effect module can be turned on or off. The ZNR and AMP modules are turned on and off together. When wishing to disable them individually, you must do this by setting the parameters accordingly. Effect modules can be switched on and off in three ways. 1. Using the VALUE + / - keys When using the VALUE + key to increase the parameter value, the setting following the maximum value is the "effect off" setting. Similarly, when using the VALUE - key to decrease the parameter value, the setting before the minimum value is the "effect off" setting. When the VALUE + key is pressed once in the "effect off" condition, the effect is turned on and the minimum value is set. When the VALUE - key is pressed once in the "effect off" condition, the effect is turned on and the maximum value is set. 2. Using a shortcut Pressing both VALUE + / - keys together for an effect module functions as a shortcut. Repeating the shortcut procedure several times turns the effect off. Performing the shortcut when the effect is off turns it on and sets the minimum parameter value. 3. Using the patch pedals Pressing both patch pedals together for an effect module turns the effect off. Pressing both patch pedals together when the effect is off turns it on and restores the previously selected parameter value. Effect off indication
EFFECT OFF=

compact effect device. Adjusting parameters then is equivalent to selecting the type of effect device or turning the knobs on an effect device. What is called a patch corresponds to a collection of effect devices connected in various ways and set to ON or OFF. As you will know if you have used several individual effect devices in a performance before, not all devices will be switched on all the time. Depending on the mood of the song and other factors, devices will be switched on and off in different combinations. The same applies to the 505. The on/off timing and combination of effect modules are important aspects in creating a certain sound. Except for the distortion gain (3rd

When the optional expression pedal FP01 is connected to the CONTROL IN jack, it can also be used for adjusting the output volume of the 505. However, if the COMP module parameter is set to a range which activates pedal wah or if the MOD module pitch shift parameter is set to pedal pitch (Pu or Pd), this setting has priority and the pedal controls the effect. In other cases, the pedal controls the volume between the EQ module and the MOD module. As opposed to a volume pedal connected after the 505, the level can be adjusted without affecting the sonic impression of reverb and delay effects.

HINT

5 Master level adjustment
The 505 also lets you set the overall output level,

separately from individual patch levels. The master level can be adjusted in Play mode, as follows. Keep both VALUE keys depressed for at least 1 second. The current master level is then shown on the display for 1 second. While the level is displayed, you can use the VALUE + / - keys to change it. The setting range is 0 - 50. At "40", the level is identical to the individual patch level. The master level setting is not stored by the unit. After the power has been turned off, the master level must be set again.