Zoom FIRE-18 - Manual (Page 9)

Using the FIRE-18
9 ZOOM FIRE-18
This section explains how to operate the panel controls and how to use patches and other functions
of the FIRE-18.
Basic operation
1.
Turn the [MASTER] knob to 0 and set the [POWER] switch to ON.
Immediately after turning on the power, the manual mode is selected ([MANUAL] key LED is
lit). In manual mode, you can use the knobs and keys on the panel to adjust the sound. Set the
[GAIN], [BASS], [MIDDLE], [TREBLE], and [LEVEL] controls all to the center position.
2. Use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob and the [VARIATION] key to select the drive type and variation.
Amplifier characteristics and distortion depth will differ, depending on the selected drive type. To
create your sound in manual mode, first use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob to select the drive type, and
then choose the variation (standard/vintage) with the [VARIATION] key. (For information on
available drive types, see page 16.)
3. Raise the [MASTER] knob to a suitable position, and adjust the distortion depth and
volume with the [GAIN] knob and [LEVEL] knob while playing your guitar.
Normally, you will use the [GAIN] knob to adjust distortion depth and the [LEVEL] knob to adjust the
level for a particular patch. The [MASTER] knob controls the overall volume, common to all patches.
4.
Use the [BASS]/[MIDDLE]/[TREBLE] knobs to adjust the tone.
You can also use the [BOOST], [SUSTAIN], [EDGE], and [BOTTOM] keys to increase the sound
pressure, prolong sustain, and emphasize the high or low frequency range.
5. To change the ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) setting, press the [ZNR] key.
The LED of the key flashes, and the current setting (Z1 – Z9, oF) is shown for about 2 seconds on
the display. Use the [ Q ]/[ W ] keys to select the new setting. To switch ZNR on or off, press the
[ZNR] key once more. Higher setting values result in more effective noise reduction. Set the value
as high as possible without causing the sound to be cut off abruptly.
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The optimum ZNR setting value will differ, depending on the instrument, selected drive type, and distortion
depth. If noise seems excessive, check the ZNR setting.
6.
To turn the unit off, turn the [MASTER] knob all the way down and then turn off the
[POWER] switch.
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Display in manual mode
Using the FIRE-18
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