Modeling Guitar Processor User’s Manual
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: declares that the product: Product name: Note: Product option: DigiTech 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA RP150 Product name may be suffixed by the letters EX, EU, JA, and UK. all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of EN60065, EN60742, or equivalent.
Table of Contents Section One - Introduction Getting Acquainted........................................................... 1 Included Items................................................................... 1 About the RP150.............................................................. 2 Performance Mode........................................................ 2 Bypass Mode................................................................... 2 Tuner Mode........................................................
Section Four - Other Functions Drum Machine.................................................................36 Optional Passive Volume/ Continuous Control Pedal............................................37 Factory Reset...................................................................37 Section Five - Appendix Specifications....................................................................38 Tone LIbrary.....................................................................40 Effects Library...........
Warranty We at DigiTech® are very proud of our products and back up each one we sell with the following warranty: 1. The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this warranty. 2. DigiTech warrants this product, when used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. 3.
Section 1 - Introduction Getting Acquainted Congratulations on your purchase of the RP150. You now have an incredibly advanced modeling guitar processor that can keep up with your creative impulses and even increase them. Armed with DigiTech®’s patented AudioDNA2® custom audio DSP chip, the RP150 gives you a huge selection of tones and effects, right at your fingertips.
About the RP150 Performance Mode When you first apply power to the RP150, it powers up in Performance mode. Performance mode provides access to all of the presets within the RP150 via the Up and Down Footswitches. Knob 1 selects a tone from the Tone Library, Knob 2 selects an effect combination from the Effects Library, Knob 3 adjusts the Effects Level, and Knob 4 adjusts the Master Level (volume).
Display shows note played Top LEDs indicate note is sharp Green LED indicates note is in tune Bottom LEDs indicate note is flat In Tuner mode, you can change your tuning reference. The default factory setting is A=440 Hz (displayed as 40). Rotating Knob 1 selects alternate and dropped tunings. Alternate tunings are A=453Hz to A=427 Hz (displayed as 53 to 27). Dropped tunings are A=A flat (displayed as A∫), A=G (displayed as G), and A=G flat (displayed as G∫).
Tone Library Knob In Performance mode, this knob selects a variety of genre-based amp tone defaults ranging from Blues to Metal to Country. Behind the scenes, the Compressor, Distortion, Amp/Cabinet model, and EQ are configured to create a specified tone with a single click of this knob. You can further refine the sound by editing the preset (see Editing/Creating Presets on page 16).
Presets Presets are named and numbered locations of programmed sounds which reside in the RP150. Presets are recalled with the Footswitches. The active effects in each preset are indicated by lighted LEDs in the Effect Matrix. The RP150 comes with 50 User presets (1-50) and 50 Factory presets (51-00). The User presets are locations where your creations may be stored. The Factory presets do not allow you to store any changes to them.
A Guided Tour of the RP150 Front Panel 5 6 4 3 7 2 1
1. Footswitches These two Footswitches are used to select presets, access the Tuner, or bypass the RP150. The Footswitch on the right will select the next preset up, and the Footswitch on the left will select the next preset down. Pressing both Footswitches together will bypass the currently selected preset. Pressing and holding both Footswitches for 2 seconds will access the Tuner. Press either Footswitch to exit Bypass or Tuner mode. 2.
Effects Level Knob (Knob 3) 1. In Performance mode, this knob adjusts the overall level of post amp model effects (Cho- rus/Mod, Delay, and Reverb). 2. When editing a preset, this knob modifies the parameter listed in the column directly above it for the selected Effect row. 3. When the Drums row is selected, this knob adjusts the playback Tempo of the drum machine. Master Volume Knob (Knob 4) 1. In Performance mode, this knob adjusts the output level of the RP150. 2.
5. Display The Display provides information for different functions depending on the mode that has been selected. In Performance mode, the Display will show the currently selected preset number. In Edit mode, the Display will show the value of the parameter being adjusted. In Tuner mode, the Display will show the note played. 6. Drums The Drums button is used to turn on and off the RP150’s built-in drum machine.
Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Input Connect your instrument to this high-impedance TS input. 2. Amp / Mixer This button optimizes the RP150’s outputs for use when plugged into a guitar amp or a mixer/ recording device. When set to Mixer (“In” position), the outputs are optimized for connecting to a mixer, recording device or headphones. When set to Amp (“Out” position), the outputs are optimized for running directly in to the input of a guitar amp. 3.
4. Headphones Connect a pair of stereo headphones to this 1/8" jack. For proper frequency response, the Amp/ Mixer switch should be set to Mixer (“in” position) when using headphones. Headphones with an impedence of 100 Ohms or less are recommended. Note: The Headphones output can have either a mono or stereo signal, depending on what 1/4" outputs are connected. If neither (or both) 1/4" outputs are connected, the Headphones output will be in stereo.
Getting Started Making Connections There are several different connection options available with the RP150. Before connecting the RP150, make sure that the power to your amplifier and the RP150 is turned off. There is no power switch on the RP150. To turn the RP150 on or off, connect or disconnect the included PS0913B power supply from the Power Input jack. Mono Operation - Amplifier Connect your guitar to the Input of the RP150.
Stereo Operation For stereo operation connect the guitar to the Input of the RP150. Connect one cable to the RP150’s Left (Mono) output, and another cable to the RP150’s Right output. Connect one cable to the input of one amplifier, channel of a mixer, or power amp. Connect the second cable to a second amplifier, second channel of a mixer, or power amp. If connecting to a mixing console, set the pan controls of the mixer channels hard left and right in order to retain stereo separation.
Stereo Mixer Setup Outputs Mixer 4 6 4 2 6 4 8 2 0 0 6 2 0 0 +1 0 0 +1 -2 Pan 4 0 0 +1 8 0 Pan +3 +10 +10 +5 +5 +5 0 0 -5 0 -5 -10 0 -20 -30 - 4 0 -10 -20 -30 - 3 -5 -10 -20 -30 - 2 -5 -10 -20 -30 - 0 -5 -10 -20 -30 - 5 +5 L/R +10 +5 1 Pan Mute +10 +5 0 +2 +4 -5 +5 +10 +5 -5 0 +1 -2 +3 -3 L/R +10 +5 -30 - Aux 2 10 -1 +2 +4 -4 -5 Mute +10 +5 -20 6 8 2 0 +1 -2 +3 -3 +5 +10 -10 Aux 1 10 4 Aux 2 10 -1 +2 Pan
Applying Power Before applying power to anything, set your amp(s) to a clean tone and set the tone controls to a flat EQ response (on most amps, this would be 0 or 5 on the tone controls). Then follow the steps listed below. 1. Turn the amp volume all the way down. 2. Connect the plug of the PS0913B power supply to the power jack on the rear panel of the RP150. 3. Connect the other end of the PS0913B power supply to an AC outlet. Turn the RP150’s Master Level knob (Knob 4) down to “0”. 4.
Section Two - Editing Functions Editing/Creating Presets The RP150 is designed to make preset editing and creation easy and intuitive. When creating your own sound, you must first start with an existing preset. Note that the preset you begin with doesn’t have to be in the memory location you intend to have it reside, since you can store it to any User preset location during the store procedure. The easiest way to start is by using the Tone Library and Effects Library knobs.
To edit and create a custom preset: 1. Use the Footswitches to select the preset you wish to edit. If you are trying to find something different from the existing presets, begin by using the Tone Library, Effects Library, and Effects Level knobs to get close to a sound you want. 2. Once you have a sound close to what you are after, begin editing the effect parameters by pressing the Edit Up/Down buttons and selecting the Effect row you want to edit. 3.
Storing/Copying a Preset Once the preset has been modified to your liking, you may store your settings to any of the 50 User preset locations (presets 1-50). The following steps outline the procedure for storing changes to a preset or copying a preset to a different location: 1. Press the Store button once and the current Preset location will flash in the Display. This is asking you to select a new User Preset location where your new sound will reside. 2.
Section Three - Models and Parameters About the Models The RP150 can be thought of as several different “virtual” amplifiers and individual, high-tech stompboxes in a single programmable package. With stompboxes, the order in which they are connected affects the overall sound. The RP150 has placed the Amp and Effect models in an order for optimum results. The following diagram shows the order in which they are connected.
Model Definitions Each Amp and Effect model within the RP150 can be programmed to suit your personal taste and application. Understanding how these components alter the sound, and how each parameter alters the effect, will help you achieve the sound you are looking for. The following overview of the RP150’s effects outlines what each effect and parameter does.
Compressor A Compressor is used to increase sustain, tighten up guitars, and prevent the signal from clipping the input of other effects. It sets a maximum boundary for the strength of a signal. Comp Model - Knob 1 selects one of two Compressor models: DC (DigiTech® Compressor) or CS (Based on a Boss® CS-2 Compressor/Sustainer). Press this knob to turn the selected Compressor models on and off. Sustain - Knob 2 adjusts the amount of sustain. Ranges from 0 to 99.
Distortion The RP150 models the tones of 9 popular distortion stompboxes, each of which can be tweaked and modified, just like the real thing. Distortion Model - Knob 1 selects one of 4 Distortion models. Press this knob to turn the selected Distortion model on and off.
Knobs 2, 3, and 4 have the following functions for the various Distortion models: Distortion Model Knob 2 (Gain) Knob 3 (Tone) Knob 4 (Level) P4 (X-EditTM only) P5 (X-Edit only) P6 (X-Edit only) ts Drive Tone Level -- -- -- op Gain -- Level -- -- -- rt Distortion Filter Level -- -- -- ds Gain Tone Level -- -- -- gr Grunge Face Loud Butt -- -- mz Gain Mid Level Level Low Mid Freq High rm Gunk (Dist Gain) Smear (Ring Mod Level) Suck (Dist Level) Heave (Outp
Amplifier Amp Modeling is a technology which applies the tone of several popular modern and vintage amps. Amp Modeling also includes an acoustic guitar simulation. Amp Model - Knob 1 selects one of the classic, modern, and DigiTech custom Amp models. Press this knob to turn Amp and Cabinet modeling on and off. Note that when you select an Amp model, the default Cabinet model is automatically selected. You can, however, change the Cabinet model after selecting an Amp model.
Cabinet - Knob 2 selects the speaker Cabinet model.
EQ The RP150’s EQ helps further shape your tone with Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls. To help get you started, there are four preset EQ curves: Mid Boost (MB), Scoop (SP), Bright (BR), and Warm (WM) that can be selected using Knob 1. Bass, Midrange, and Treble parameters range from -12dB to +12dB. EQ Model - Knob 1 selects between 4 different EQ modes, each with different frequency centers for Mid and Treble. Pressing this knob turns the EQ on and off.
Attack Time - Knob 3 sets the attack time. Ranges from 0 (shorter attack time) to 99 (longer attack time). Release - Knob 4 sets the Release parameter. Ranges from 0 to 99. Attenuation (X-EditTM only) - Knob 5 sets the Attenuation parameter. Ranges from 0 to 99.
Flanger (FL) A Flanger uses the same principle as a Chorus but uses a shorter delay time and adds regeneration (or repeats) to the modulating delay. This results in an exaggerated up and down sweeping motion to the effect. The RP150 includes the following Flanger Effect models: fL (the DigiTech Flanger), and mx (based on an MXR® Flanger).
Tremolo (TR) A Tremolo effect modulates the volume of the signal at an even rate. Speed - Knob 2 adjusts the rate (Speed) at which the volume modulates. Ranges from 0 to 99. Depth - Knob 3 adjusts the intensity (Depth) of the modulating volume. Ranges from 0 to 99. Waveform - Knob 4 selects a waveform: tr, Si, or Sq (Triangle, Sine, or Square). Panner (PA) An Auto Panner modulates the sound from left to right at an even rate.
Rotary Speaker (RO) Rotary Speaker is an emulation of a device that included a spinning horn and woofer. The rotation of these two speakers produced an interesting combination of the sound panning from side to side. This produced a slight pitch change due to the speed of the sound coming towards, and then going away from the listener. Speed- Knob 2 adjusts the rate (Speed) of the spinning speakers. Ranges from 0 to 99. Intensity - Knob 3 controls the intensity of the effect. Ranges from 0 to 99.
Range - Knob 3 controls the range of the Envelope effect. Ranges from 0 to 99. Step Filter (sf) The Step Filter is like an automatic “random wah” with a square waveform. Speed - Knob 2 adjusts the speed of the Wah effect. Ranges from 0 to 99. Intensity - Knob 3 controls the intensity of the Wah effect. Ranges from 0 to 99. Detune (Dt) A Detuner makes a copy of your incoming signal, takes the copied signal slightly out of tune from the original, then mixes the two signals together.
Intelligent Pitch Shifting (HA) Intelligent Pitch Shifting makes a copy of the incoming signal, and then changes the pitch of the copied note to a diatonically correct interval specified by the Amount parameter. An Intelligent Pitch Shifter sharpens or flattens the shifted pitch in order to keep the specified interval within the selected key and scale creating a true harmony. Shift - Knob 2 selects the amount or harmony interval for the Intelligent Pitch Shifter.
DigiTech Whammy™ (wH) The DigiTech WhammyTM is an effect that uses an Expression Pedal to bend the pitch of the incoming signal, or add a bendable harmony with the original signal. As the Pedal is moved, the note bends either up or down. When DigiTech Whammy is selected, it is automatically placed before the Amp modeling as shown in the block diagram on page 19. Shift Amount - Knob 2 selects the interval and direction of the pitch bend.
Delay Delay is an effect that will record a portion of the incoming signal, and then play it back a short time later. The recording can repeat just once or several times. Delay Model - Knob 1 selects one of the 5 different Delay models. Values include: ad (DigiTech® Analog Delay), dd (DigiTech Digital Delay), md (DigiTech Modulated Delay), pd (DigiTech Pong Delay), and td (DigiTech Tape Delay). Press this knob to turn the Delay models on and off.
Reverb Using reverb in recorded program material gives the listener a sense that the material is being performed in an actual room or hall. It is this similarity to actual acoustic spaces that makes reverberation a useful tool in recorded music. The RP150 features genuine Lexicon® reverbs, whose rich, lush effects have been heard in countless songs, soundtracks, and live performances for decades. Reverb Model Knob 1 selects the Reverb model or acoustic space.
Section Four - Other Functions Drum Machine The RP150 includes a built-in drum machine loaded with 65 useful patterns including a metronome setting that are easily accessible at the touch of a button (the Drums button, specifically). Pressing the Drums button will enable the drum machine and start playback of the selected drum pattern (except when in Store or Bypass mode).
Optional Passive Volume/Continuous Control Pedal Connect a passive volume or continuous control pedal to the RP150’s Control In jack to control the RP150’s Volume, Wah, or Whammy™ in real time with your foot. Turn on a Wah or Whammy model to control it with the optional pedal, or turn on both a Wah model and the Whammy model to control both simultaneously. When a pedal is connected and neither a Wah nor the Whammy model are activated, the pedal controls the RP150’s volume by default.
Section 5 - Appendix Specifications General Specifications A/D/A Converter: 24-bit high performance audio Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz DSP Section: AudioDNA2™ DSP Processor Simultaneous Effects: 11 Preset Memory: 50 User Presets (1-50) / 50 Factory Presets (51-00) Drum Machine: 60 Patterns Dimensions: 10 5/8" Length x 8 3/4" Width x 2 5/8" Height Unit Weight: 3.2 lbs.
Digital Connections: Universal Serial Bus (USB): Type B, supports USB1.1 Full Speed (12 Mbps Bandwidth USB 2.0 compatible) RP150 USB Recording Specifications: Sample Rate: 44.
Tone Library 40
Effects Library 41
Preset List (User/Factory) 42
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DigiTech® 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 PH (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 http://www.digitech.com Printed 8/2006 RP150 User’s Manual 18-0429-A ©2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated, all rights reserved. DigiTech and the RP150 are trademarks of the Harman Music Group. Other product names modeled in this product are trademarks of their respective companies that do not endorse and are not associated or affiliated with DigiTech.
