digi-tech GENESIS3 User manual

GENETXTM
GUITAR
PROCESSOR
Users
Guide

I

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name: DigiTech
Manufacturer’sAddress: 8760 S.Sandy Parkway
Sandy,Utah 84070,USA
declares that the product:
Product name: Genesis3
Note:Product name may be suffixed by the letters EU,JA,UK and NP.
Product option: all (requires Class II power adapter that conforms to the requirements of
EN60065,EN60742,or equivalent.)
conforms to the following Product Specifications:
Safety: IEC60065 (1998)
EN 60065 (1993)
EMC: EN 55013 (1990)
EN 55020 (1991)
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the LowVoltage Directive 72/23/EEC and the
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
DigiTech
8760 S.Sandy Parkway
Sandy,Utah 84070,USA
Date:May 4,2001
European Contact:
Your local DigiTech Sales and Service Office or
Harman Music Group
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy,Utah 84070 USA
Ph:[phone]
Fax:[phone]
II

Warranty
We at DigiTech are proud of our products and back-up each one with the following warranty:
1.The warranty registration card must be mailed within ten days after purchase date to validate this war-
ranty.
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.DigiTech liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials that show evi-
dence of defect,provided the product is returned to DigiTechWITH RETURNAUTHORIZATION,where
all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of one year.A Return Authorization number may be
obtained from DigiTech by telephone.The company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a
result of the product's use in any circuit or assembly.
4.Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer.
5.DigiTech reserves the right to make changes in design,or make additions to, or improvements upon this
product without incurring any obligation to install the same on products previously manufactured.
6.The consumer forfeits the benefits of this warranty if the product's main assembly is opened and tam-
pered with by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician or, if the product is used withAC volt-
ages outside of the range suggested by the manufacturer.
7.The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties,expressed or implied,and DigiTech neither assumes nor
authorizes any person to assume any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product.In
no event shall DigiTech or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in
the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control.
NOTE:The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time without notification.Some
information contained in this manual may also be inaccurate due to undocumented changes in the product or
operating system since this version of the manual was completed.The information contained in this version of
the owner's manual supersedes all previous versions.
III

Safety Information ..................................................................................I
Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................II
Warranty ..................................................................................................III
Table of Contents ..................................................................................IV
Section One - Introduction
Congratulations ......................................................................................1
Included Items ........................................................................................1
Features ....................................................................................................1
Quick Start ..............................................................................................2
A GuidedTour ........................................................................................3
The Front Panel..................................................................................3
The Rear Panel ..................................................................................5
Getting Started........................................................................................6
Making Connections ..............................................................................6
Mono/Stereo Set Up ........................................................................6
S/PDIF Digital Set Up........................................................................7
Applying Power ..................................................................................7
About the Genesis3 ..............................................................................7
Performance Mode............................................................................7
The Presets..........................................................................................7
Bypass Mode........................................................................................7
CD In (Jam-A-Long™)......................................................................8
SectionTwo - Editing Functions
Editing/Creating a Preset ......................................................................9
Amp Cabinet Modeling ....................................................................9
Amp Models ....................................................................................9
CabinetTypes..................................................................................9
EditingAmp Models and CabinetTypes............................................10
Selecting theAmp/Cabinet Models ..............................................10
Adjusting theAmp Parameters ......................................................10
CabinetTuning/EQ Frequencies......................................................11
Creating HyperModels™ ................................................................11
Saving HyperModels™......................................................................12
Editing the Effects ..................................................................................13
Storing/Copying a Preset......................................................................14
SectionThree - Effects
About the Effects....................................................................................15
Effects Definitions ..................................................................................15
Pickup-Wah..........................................................................................15
Compressor ........................................................................................15
Noise Gate..........................................................................................16
Whammy/IPS ......................................................................................16
Chorus/Mod........................................................................................17
Chorus ............................................................................................17
Flanger ............................................................................................17
Phaser..............................................................................................18
Triggered Flange ............................................................................18
Triggered Phaser............................................................................18
Tremolo ..........................................................................................18
Panner ............................................................................................18
Vibrato ............................................................................................19
Rotary Speaker..............................................................................19
AutoYa ............................................................................................19
YaYa ..................................................................................................19
SynthTalk ........................................................................................19
Envelope Filter ..............................................................................20
Detune ............................................................................................20
Pitch Shift........................................................................................20
Delay ....................................................................................................20
Reverb ..................................................................................................21
Section Four -Tutorial
Guided Example......................................................................................22
Choose a Preset ................................................................................22
Create a HyperModel ......................................................................22
Select the Green ChannelAmp and Cabinet ........................22
Adjust the Green Channel Parameters ..................................22
Select the Red ChannelAmp and Cabinet ............................23
Adjust the Red Channel Parameters........................................23
Tune the Cabinets ........................................................................23
Warp the Green and Red ChannelsTogether ......................24
Save the HyperModel™..............................................................24
Select Models for the Preset Channels ..................................24
Edit the Preset....................................................................................25
Select the PickupType......................................................................25
Turn theWah Off ..............................................................................25
Turn the Compressor Off................................................................25
Turn theWhammy/IPS Off ..............................................................25
Adjust the Noise Gate......................................................................26
Select andAdjust the Chorus ........................................................26
Turn the Delay Off ............................................................................26
Select andAdjust the Reverb..........................................................27
Store the Preset......................................................................................27
“Busy” Display..........................................................................................28
Section Five - Other Functions
Assign Menu ............................................................................................28
Expression Pedal ................................................................................28
LFOs......................................................................................................29
Amp Footswitch ................................................................................29
Expression ParameterAssign List ..................................................29
Utilities......................................................................................................31
Tuner Mode ........................................................................................31
Output Mode......................................................................................32
Target System Setup..........................................................................32
Volume Pedal Update........................................................................32
V-Switch Sensitivity............................................................................32
Expression Pedal Calibration ..........................................................33
Bank Names........................................................................................33
MIDI ......................................................................................................34
MIDI Channel......................................................................................34
Bulk Dump ..........................................................................................34
MIDI Preset Dump............................................................................34
HypermodelAmp Dump..................................................................35
MIDI Mapping......................................................................................35
MIDI Merge ........................................................................................35
Digital Output Level..........................................................................36
DryTrack ............................................................................................36
Factory Reset......................................................................................36
Foot Controller Options......................................................................37
GenEdit™ Editor/Librarian..................................................................37
PC..........................................................................................................37
Mac........................................................................................................37
Section Six - Appendix
Preset List ................................................................................................38
Continuous Controllers (CC) ............................................................39
MIDI Implementation ............................................................................40
Specifications............................................................................................41
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IV

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DigiTech Genesis3!
You now own one of the most powerful studio tools available anywhere. The Genesis3 is more than a professional
guitar amp modeling and effects processing system equipped with a digital output for direct recording. There is no
other direct recording device quite like the Genesis3 in the world.Sure the Genesis3 includes 16 of the most popular
guitar amp models,an acoustic guitar model, and a library full of different effects to choose from,but it goes far beyond
modeling and processing. Thanks to the technological break through provided by GeNetX™,the Genesis3 places the
power to create HyperModels™ as unique as your own DNA in your hands. The simple user interface provides
intuitive controls and an obvious operating system. Although the operating system is extremely simple, carefully reading
this User’s Guide will ensure that you get the most satisfaction out of your Genesis3.
Included Items
The utmost care was taken as your Genesis3 was being manufactured. Everything should be included and in perfect
working order. Please make sure that you have received the following items:
• Genesis3
• PSS3 Power Supply
• GENEDIT™ Editor/Librarian Software
• Users Guide
•Warranty Registration Card
Please take a moment to complete theWarranty Card or register on line at http://www.digitech.com/cgi-bin/regis-
ter.pl.The product registration is your safe guard in the unlikely event that your Genesis3 malfunctions. Save all pack-
ing materials and use them to return your Genesis3 should a problem arise.
Features
• GeNetX™Technology
• Hypermodel™ Creation
• 16 GuitarAmp Models
•Acoustic Guitar Simulator
• Studio Quality Effects
• S/PDIF Digital Output
• DryTrack Capability
• Full MIDI Implementation
• 24 bitA/D/A Conversion
• ChromaticTuner
• GENEDIT™ Editor/Librarian Software
• External Power Supply
• 48 Factory/48 User Presets
• Control X Foot Controller Option
Introduction
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Quick Start
We have included this handy Quick Start guide for those of you who are anxious to get started and prefer to play now
and read later.
Making Connections:
Connect your instrument to the input jack on the rear panel of the Genesis3. Connect the LEFT and/or RIGHT
Outputs to the input(s) of your mixer.
Apply Power:
Turn the OUTPUT LEVEL knob on the rear panel of the Genesis3 all the way down (counter clockwise). Connect
the plug of the power supply to the power jack on the Genesis3. Connect the other end of the power supply to an
AC outlet. Press the POWER switch located on the rear panel of the Genesis3 to the on position. Turn your mixer’s
power switch to the on position and adjust the channel faders to their nominal position (0 dB). Gradually increase the
Genesis3’s OUTPUT LEVEL knob to achieve the desired level. Be sure that the input(s) of your mixer are not
clipping.If clipping occurs, reduce either the level of the Genesis3’s OUTPUT LEVEL or the channel trim pots on
your mixer.
Select the Desired Output Mode:
Select either Mono or Stereo as your Output Mode in the Utility menu. To do this, press the AMP SAVE and
STORE buttons simultaneously.This will take you into the Utility menu. Press the TAP-IT or EDIT buttons until
MONO or STEREO appears in the display. Turn the DATA/PRESET Knob to select MONO or STEREO .
SelectTarget System Setup:
The Genesis3 needs to know the type of amplification system it will be used with. From the previous Output selection
step,press the EDIT button once. This takes you to theTarget System Setup menu. Use the DATA/PRESET Knob
to select the amplification system you will be using the Genesis3 with (see page 32 for more information aboutTarget
System Setup). Press the AMP SAVE and STORE buttons simultaneously to return the Genesis3 to Performance
mode.
Select Preset:
The Genesis3 comes loaded with 48 pre-programmed factory presets,and 48 user presets. From the factory,the user
presets are exact duplicates of the factory presets. This allows you to experiment without running the risk of losing
any of the original sounds contained in the Genesis3. Rotate the DATA/PRESET knob to select different Presets.
Once you have found presets that suit your taste, you can alter the sounds to your specific needs.
CustomizeYour Sound:
Rotate the AMP MODEL knob (1) to changeAmp Models for the selectedAmp Channel. Push down the Warp
knob (12) to select one of twoAmp Channels. Rotate the CABINET knob (11) to select Cabinet Models to be
applied to theAmp Model. Rotate the GAIN knob (13a) to adjust the amount of distortion,the TREBLE,MID,and
BASS knobs (13b,c, & d) to adjust the EQ, and the AMP LEVEL knob (13e) to adjust the volume of the selected
Amp Channel. Rotate the WARP knob (16) to combine the characteristics of the Amp and Cabinet Models selected
for the Green and RedAmp Channels. In performance mode, the five knobs (a,b,c, d, & e) located directly beneath the
Display adjust the modulation speed or pitch amount, modulation depth,modulation level,delay level,and reverb level.
Press the EDIT button (3) to access all effects and parameters. Successive presses of the EDIT button advance
through each effect module. The selected effect is indicated by the effect LEDs (4).The Effect Parameter knobs beneath
the display adjust the parameters of the selected effect.
Note: Keep in mind the user presets are duplicates of the factory presets,so don’t be afraid to experiment.
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GuidedTour
Front Panel
1.Amp Model - This knob is used to select theAmp Model for the active green or red amp channel (indicated by the
color of the amp parameter LEDs). One green and one red LED light indicating the selected Amp
Models for both Channels. If bothAmp Channel’s have the sameAmp Model selected, one yellow
LED lights.
2.Tap-It -This button is used to synchronize the Delay repeats with the tempo of the music. Tapping this button sets
the Delay time at the rate in which it is tapped. Press TAP-IT and EDIT simultaneously to access the
Assign menu. When in Utility mode,TAP-IT selects the previous menu. When in Store orAmp Save
mode, TAP-IT selects the previous character when naming presents and user HyperModels™.
3. Edit - This button is used to edit selected effects. The effect LEDs indicated the selected effect. Successive presses
of the Edit button advance through all available effects. Press EDIT and TAP-IT simultaneously to access the
Assign menu. When in Utility mode,EDIT selects the next menu. When in Store orAmp Save mode, EDIT
selects the next character when naming presents and user HyperModels™.
4. Effects LEDs - In performance mode,the effect LEDs provide a visual indication of the active effects in the the
selected preset. In Edit mode, they indicate the effect currently selected for editing.
5. Effect Parameter knobs - In Performance mode, these knobs control the most commonly adjusted effect
parameters. In Edit mode,these knobs adjust the parameters of the selected effect.
a. Speed/Amount/P1 - In Performance mode,this knob adjusts the Speed of the selected Modulation effect,
or theAmount of the selected Pitch Shift or Detune effects. In Edit mode,this knob
adjusts the first parameter of the selected effect.
b. Speed/Amount/P2 - In Performance mode,this knob adjusts the Depth of the selected Modulation effect.
In Edit mode, this knob adjusts the second parameter of the selected effect.
PICKUP - WAH PRESET VALUE DATA / PRESET
COMP - GATE
WHAMMY / IPS
CHORUS / MOD
DELAY
REVERB
EDITTAP-IT SPEED / AMOUNT DEPTH MOD LEVEL DELAY LEVEL REVERB LEVEL
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5
AMP SAVE STORE
UTILITY ASSIGN
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c.Mod Level/P3 - In Performance mode,this knob adjusts the Modulation level or mix. In Edit mode,this
knob adjusts the third parameter of the selected effect.
d. Delay Level/P4 - In Performance mode, this knob adjusts the Delay level of the selected preset. In Edit
mode, this knob adjusts the fourth parameter of the selected effect.
e.Reverb/P5 - In Performance mode,this knob adjusts the Reverb level of the active preset. In Edit mode,
this knob adjusts the fifth parameter of the selected effect.
6.Alpha-numeric Display - In Performance mode,the display shows the selected preset name, bank names when
changing banks,and momentarily flashes the activeAmp Channel when the Amp Channel
is changed. In Edit mode,the display shows the selected effect. As Effect Parameter
knobs are turned,the display shows the parameter name that corresponds to the knob
being turned.InTuner mode, the display provides sharp or flat indications.
7. Numeric Display - In Performance mode, the display shows the selected preset number. In Edit mode,the display
shows the current value for the selected parameter. InTuner mode,the display shows the note
being played.
8. Data/Preset -This knob is used to select presets,change the on/off status of the selected effect, adjust selections in
the Utility menu,and change alpha-numeric characters in the naming process.
9.Amp Save - This button is used to store any changes made to the characteristics ofAmps and Cabinets (tone,gain,
level, amp type,cabinet type, warp,or cabinet tuning) as HyperModels™ for later retrieval or warping.
It is also used in conjunction with the Store button to access the Utility menu.
10. Store - This button is used to save custom settings to the User Presets. Pressing this button once allows you to
name the Preset.The second press allows you to choose the User Preset location where the custom
settings will be stored,and the third press of the Store button saves the settings to the selected User
Preset location.The Store button is also used in conjunction with theAmp Save button to access the
Utility menu.
11. Cabinet Select - Rotating this knob will select the Cabinet Model for the currently active Green or RedAmp
Channel (indicated by the color of theAmp Parameter LEDs).The LEDs surrounding this knob
will light one green and one red to indicate the currently selected Cabinet Models for both
Channels.If both Channels have the same Cabinet Model selected,the LED of the selected
Model will light yellow.
12.Warp/Channel Select - Rotating this knob creates hybrid amps by warping the characteristics of the selected
green and red Amp and Cabinet Models together.Pressing this knob alternates between
selecting the Green,Red, andYellow (Warped) Channels. (indicated by the color of the
Amp Parameter LEDs) forAmp/Cabinet selection, and editing purposes.
13.Amp Parameters -These knobs adjust the tonal characteristics for theAmp Model in the currently selectedAmp
Channel.The LEDs associated with each of these knobs will light either green or red indicating
the currently selectedAmp Channel.Press theWarp knob to select between the Green or
Red Channel.
a. Gain - Adjusts the amount of drive or distortion content for the Amp Model in the currently selectedAmp
Channel.
b. Bass -Adjusts the amount of low frequency enhancement for theAmp Model in the currently selectedAmp
Channel.
c.Mid - Adjusts the amount of midrange frequency enhancement for theAmp Model in the currently selected
Amp Channel.
d.Treble - Adjusts the amount of high frequency enhancement for theAmp Model in the currently selected
Amp Channel.
e.Amp Level - Adjusts the individual volume level for theAmp Model in the currently selectedAmp Channel.
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Rear Panel
1. Input - Connect your instrument to this jack.
2. CD In - Use an 1/8” stereo plug to connect this jack to the output of a tape or CD player.This allows you to jam
along with a recording through the same amplification system.
3. Output Level -This knob controls the overall volume level of the Genesis3.
4. Headphone Output - Connect stereo headphones to this jack. Do not connect a mono plug here as doing so
may damage the output driver.
5. Left/Right Outputs - Connect one of these jacks to a channel input on your mixer for mono applications,or both
of these jacks to two channel inputs on your mixer for stereo applications. Be sure to select
the desired output mode from the Utility menu.See page 32 for more information on
selecting the output mode.
6. MIDI/FC Switch -This switch is used to select whether the MIDI In/FC jack will be used as a MIDI Input, or for
the optional DigiTech Control X Foot Controller.When this switch is in,the MIDI In/FC jack is
configured to receive standard MIDI messages.When this switch is out,the MIDI In/FC jack is
configured to provide phantom power and receive messages from the DigiTech Control X foot
Controller.
7. MIDI In/FC Jack - Connect either the Control X Foot Controller,or the MIDI Out of your computer or MIDI
controller to this jack for remotely controlling or programming the Genesis3.
NOTE: Be sure to set the MIDI/FC selector switch to MIDI before connecting any MIDI device.
Failing to do so may damage the MIDI device.
8. MIDI Out/Thru - Connect from this jack to either the MIDI Input on your computer for sending information from
the Genesis3 to the computer,or to the MIDI Input on other MIDI devices you wish to control.
NOTE: To pass incoming MIDI data through the Genesis3,MIDI merge must be ON. Turn MIDI
merge on in the Utility menu. See page 35 for more information.
9. S/PDIF Digital Output -This is the digital output from the Genesis3.The signal at this output is in a stereo digital
format, and is to be connected to a digital S/PDIF input found on digital recording devices
or digital mixers.
NOTE: Do not connect the S/PDIF output to analog auxiliary, CD, phono,or tape inputs on
consumer electronic devices.It is not compatible with these inputs.
10. Power Jack - Connect only the provided PSS3 power supply to this jack.
11. Power Switch -This switch is used to turn the power to the Genesis3 on and off.
Introduction
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Getting Started
Making Connections
Before connecting the Genesis3 to external equipment,make sure that the amplifier powering your speakers is turned
off,and that the power switch on the Genesis3 is off.
There are several different connection options available when using the Genesis3.You may run mono into one channel,
stereo into two channels, connect digitally to the input of a digital recorder or mixer,or a combination of these.The
illustration below depicts the mono/stereo setup connections.
Mono/Stereo Setup
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S/PDIF Digital Set Up
The Genesis3 includes a S/PDIF digital output allowing direct connections to digitally equipped devices.Connect from
the S/PDIF output of the Genesis3 to the S/PDIF input on your digital mixer or recorder.You must have S/PDIF inputs
on the receiving device in order to use this output.You may use the analog and digital outputs of the Genesis3 simulta-
neously. Be sure to use a shielded 75 ohm or RCA video cable when connecting the Digital Output.
NOTE: Do not connect the S/PDIF output to analog auxiliary, CD, phono,or tape inputs on consumer
electronic devices.It is not compatible with these inputs.
Applying Power
Once the audio connections have been made, turn the OUTPUT LEVEL located on the rear panel of the Genesis3
all the way down (counterclockwise). Press the POWER switch on the rear panel. Select your desired Output mode
in the Genesis3’s Utility menu (see page 32 for more on selecting the Output mode). Select the appropriateTarget
System Setup option in the Utility menu (see page 32 for more on selecting theTarget System Setup). Turn your mixer
and the amp powering your speakers to the on position. Set the channel faders of your mixer to the nominal level (0
dB).Gradually turn the OUTPUT LEVEL of the Genesis3 up to achieve the desired volume level.
About the Genesis3
Performance Mode
When you first turn on the Genesis3,it will power up in Performance mode.This is the top level mode and the mode
used while you are performing.While in Performance mode, the display will show the currently selected preset name
and number and the 5 knobs directly beneath the display adjust the parameters labeled directly above them. The effect
LEDs will indicate which effects are active in the selected preset. From Performance mode, you have access to all of the
presets within the Genesis3.
The Presets
Presets are numbered locations of programmed sounds which reside in the Genesis3.The Genesis3 comes with 48
Factory and 48 User Presets available.The Factory Presets will not allow you to store any changes to them.The User
Presets are locations where your creations may be stored.From the factory,the 48 User Presets are exact duplicates
of the 48 Factory Presets.This allows you to make your own Presets without the worry of losing any of the sounds
that originally came with the Genesis3. When you select a Preset,the name will be shown in the alpha-numeric Display,
and the preset number will be shown in the red numeric Display. An LED in the lower right corner of the numeric
Display indicates whether you are in a User or Factory Preset.To select a preset,rotate the Data knob.
After selecting a Preset,all Parameter values will correspond to the values of the knobs at the time the Preset was
stored.The current position of the effect parameter and amp parameter knobs will not reflect the values that you are
hearing.The knobs must be turned before the Genesis3 will update the parameter value to the position of the knob.
Bypass Mode
The Genesis3 does not have a total bypass function available from the front panel.All effects can be bypassed
individually using the Effect Edit functions.The Amp Modeling can be bypassed by selecting Direct as the Amp Model.
The optional Control X foot controller has the ability to bypass all Modeling and Effects within the Genesis3,thus
providing a clean,unprocessed signal.
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CD In (Jam-Along™)
The CD input allows you to connect aTape, CD, or MP3 player to the Genesis3,and jam with your favorite artists.The
signal from your player is output through the left and right, and headphone outputs of the Genesis3. To use the CD
INPUT feature, do the following:
1. Connect the headphone output of your player to the CD INPUT.
NOTE: Use a 1/8” stereo cable.
2. Press play on yourTape, CD,or MP3 player.
3. Adjust the volume.
4. Adjust the Genesis3’s OUTPUT LEVEL.
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Editing Functions
Editing/Creating a Preset
The Genesis3 was designed to make the process of sound creation easy and intuitive. Because the Genesis3 provides
bothAmp Modeling and Effects Processing,the editing functions have been divided into the Amp/Cabinet Modeling
section and the Effects section.The GeNetX™ technology contained in the Genesis3 allows you to go much further
than mereAmp Modeling. GeNetX™ lets you create your own Model by combining the characteristics of any two Amp
or Cabinet Models,and storing this custom creation to a User HyperModel™ location.When editing either the
Amp/Cabinet Modeling or the Effects section,you must start with one of the User or Factory Presets.It is not possible
to start with a completely empty Preset.The Preset you begin with does not necessarily need to be the location which
you intend to have it reside, as you can save your creation to any User Preset location during the store process.To
begin creating a Preset, you will have to select a Preset which will be your starting point by rotating the DATA knob.
Amp/Cabinet Modeling
Once you have selected a Preset you wish to edit,you can select theAmp Models and CabinetTypes for your Preset.
Amp/Cabinet Modeling is a technology which applies the tone of one of several vintage or modern Amp Models and
CabinetTypes to your guitar signal. The Genesis3 includes 16 popularAmp Models, and 1 Acoustic Guitar Simulation.
These Models are capable of producing the smoothest of the blues tones to the full shred of a cranked up stack.
Separate Model types,Gain, EQ, and Level settings can be set for eachAmp Channel of every Preset. Your choices
include:
Amp Models
The Genesis3 includes CIT™ (Cabinet ImagingTechnology, the most advanced and flexible Speaker Cabinet Modeling
ever designed.There are 14 different types of simulated Speaker Cabinets Models which can be applied to the selected
Amp Model.Cabinet choices include:
CabinetTypes
Marshall® is a registered trademark of MarshallAmplification Plc. Vox® is a registered trademark of Korg UK. Fender, Matchless, HiWatt, and
Mesa Boogie, are trademarks of their respective companies and are in no way associated with DigiTech.
DIRECT 1-Turns the cabinet modeling off
AM2x12 2- American 2x12
BR4X12 3- Marshall 4x12
V 4X12 4- Vintage 30 4x12
BR2x12 5- Jennings (VoxAC30) 2x12
TWD112 6- `57Tweed 1x12
BL2X12 7- Blonde 2x12
FN4X12 8- Fane 4x12
GR4X12 9- Greenback 4x12
BQ4X12 10 - Boutique 4x12
AM4X10 11 -American 4x10
65 112 12 - Deluxe 1x12
JAZ115 13 - Pro 1x15
GEN412 14 - GeNetX™ 4x12
GEN212 15 - GeNetX™ 2x12
USER U1-U9- User Cabinet Locations
DIRECT 1-Turns the amp modeling off
BLKFAC 2- Based on a FenderTwin Reverb
BOUTIQ 3- Based on a Matchless DC30
RECTIF 4- Based on a Mesa Dual Rectifier
HOTROD 5- Based on a Mesa Boogie Mark IIC
TWEED 6- Based on a `57 FenderTweed Deluxe
BRTCMB 7- Based on a‘63VoxAC30Top Boost
BRTSTK 8- Based on a‘78 Marshall MasterVolume
CRUNCH 9- Based on a overdriven tube amp combo
HIGAIN 10 - Based on a Johnson JM150
MODGAN 11 - Based on a Marshall JCM900
FUZZ 12 - Based on a vintage fuzz distortion pedal
BASSMN 13 - Based on a‘59 Fender Bassman
ACOUST14 - Flat top acoustic guitar simulation
CLNTUB 15 - Based on a clean tube combo
BLUES 16 - Based on a overdriven blues combo
HIWATG 17 - Based on a Hiwatt 50 stack
USER U1-U9 - UserAmp Locations
Editing Functions
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Editing Amp Models and CabinetTypes
Each Preset in the Genesis3 is equipped with a Green, Red,andYellow (Warped) Amp Channel.The Green and Red
Amp Channels include individually assignableAmp Models, CabinetTypes, Gain, EQ,and Level settings.Each Green and
Red Cabinet can also be tuned,meaning that you can select the Cabinet’s resonant frequency.Once these Parameters
have been adjusted,the characteristics selected for the Green and Red channels can then beWarped together resulting
in a completely new HyperModel™.
Selecting the Amp/Cabinet Models
The procedure for selecting anAmp or Cabinet Model for the Green and Red Channels is as follows:
1.Press the WARP knob to select the Green Channel indicated by the LEDs next to the Amp Parameter knobs
lighting green.
2.Rotate the AMP MODEL knob to select the GreenAmp Model.As the knob is rotated, a green LED will indicate
the selectedAmp Model and the Amp name will appear in the alpha-numeric Display. See theAmp/Cabinet
Modeling section on page 9 for a complete list ofAmp Models.
3.Rotate the CABINET knob to select the Green Cabinet Model.As the knob is rotated,a green LED will indicate
the selected Cabinet Model and the Cabinet name will appear in the alpha-numeric Display.See the Amp/Cabinet
Modeling section on page 9 for a complete list of Cabinet Models.
4.Press the WARP knob again until allAmp Parameter LEDs turn Red indicating that theAmp Parameters for the
Red Channel have been accessed.Then repeat steps 2 and 3 for selecting the Red ChannelAmp and Cabinet
Models.
Adjusting the Amp Parameters
The Gain,EQ, and Level Parameters can be adjusted individually for the Green and Red Amp Channels.The Gain
ranges from 0(0) to 99 (99).The Bass,Mid,andTreble EQ range from -12 (-12 dB) to 12 (+12 dB).The Level
ranges from 0(0) to 99 (99).The procedure for adjusting theAmp Parameters is as follows:
1.Press the WARP knob until allAmp Parameter LEDs light green.This indicates that you have accessed theAmp
Parameters for the Green Channel.
2.Rotate the GAIN knob to adjust the distortion drive for the GreenAmp Channel.
3.Rotate the BASS knob to adjust the low frequency enhancement for the GreenAmp Channel.
4.Rotate the MID knob to adjust the Mid range frequency enhancement for the Green Amp Channel.
5.Rotate the TREBLE knob to adjust the high frequency enhancement for the Green Amp Channel.
6.Rotate the LEVEL knob to adjust the volume for the Green Amp Channel.
7.Press the WARP knob again until allAmp Parameter LEDs turn Red indicating that theAmp Parameters for the
Red Channel have been accessed.Then repeat steps 2 through 6 for adjusting the RedAmp Channel.
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CabinetTuning/EQ Frequencies
The resonant frequency of the selected speaker cabinets can also be individually tuned.CabinetTuning ranges from
-1™0 (one octave below) to 1™0 (one octave above). You can change the center frequencies of the amp EQ for the
selected amp channel. The procedure for tuning the cabinets and changing the EQ center frequency is as follows:
1.Press and hold the WARP knob down.Release theWarp knob after about 2 seconds when the Display reads
CABTUN (CabinetTuning).
2.Rotate the P1 knob to adjust the tuning of the Green Cabinet (GT) and the P5 knob to adjust the tuning of the
Red Cabinet (RT).
3.Rotate the P2 knob to adjust the Bass center frequency (50-300Hz),the P3 knob to adjust the mid-range center
frequency (300-5kHz),and the P4 knob to adjust the treble center frequency (500-8kHz) for the selected channel.
The selected Cabinet’s Channel is indicated by the amp parameter LEDs lighting either green or red. Successive
presses of the WARP knob selects either the Green or Red Cabinet for EQ adjustments.
4.Once the desired tuning has been selected for both Green and Red Cabinets,press and hold the WARP knob
again to exit the Cabinet tuning function.
Creating HyperModels™
Once the Green and RedAmp Models and Cabinet types have been selected and theAmp Parameters and Cabinet
Tuning have been adjusted,GeNetX™ technology allows you to do something amazing.The characteristics of each
Amp and Cabinet used in the Green and Red Channels can actually be combined or“Warped” to create a
completely new Amp HyperModel™.The procedure forWarping the Green and RedAmps together is as follows:
1.Rotate theWARP knob to smoothly combine the Amps and Cabinets assigned to the Green and Red Channels
together.Rotating counterclockwise will add more of the Green Channel characteristics,and clockwise will add
more of the Red Channel characteristics.
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Saving HyperModels™ (Amp Save)
When you have obtained the desired blend of the Green and Red Channels,you now must perform theAmp Save
procedure to create your new HyperModel™ for future use.This Hypermodel™ can be saved in one of 9 User
Hypermodel™ locations.Your new Hypermodel™ can then be selected for use in either the Green or Red Amp
Channel,and can even beWarped again with any other Factory Amp Model or User Hypermodel™.TheAmp Save
procedure is as follows:
1.Press the AMP SAVE button once.The AMP SAVE button will begin to flash and the Display will read NEWAMP.
The Nof NEWAMP will be flashing indicating that you can now name your HyperModel™.
2.Rotate the DATA knob to select the desired alpha-numeric character.
3.Press the EDIT button to move to the next character (to the right),or press the TAP-IT button to select the
previous character (to the left).
4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the desired Hypermodel™ name is shown in the Display.
5.Press the AMP SAVE button again to select one of the 9 User HyperModel™ locations.If the Genesis3 has any
unused HyperModel™ locations available,the Display will read EMPTY U1.The U1 will be flashing indicating that
this is the first available location for your new creation to be stored.If all 9 Hypermodel™ locations are filled,the
Genesis3 will default to the first Hypermodel™ location and will display the name of Hypermodel™ stored in the
number 1 location.
6.Use the DATA knob to select the User location where the Hypermodel™ will be saved.If all locations have been
used,the Display will show the name of the HyperModel™ about to be overwritten.
7.Once the desired location has been selected,press the Amp Save button again to complete theAmp Save
procedure.
Pressing the STORE button at any time during theAmp Save procedure will abort the process.
Note: TheAmp Save procedure only savesAmp/Cabinet combinations to the User Hypermodel™ locations. It does
not store any changes or the new Hypermodel™ to the currently selected Preset. See page 14 for
information on storing changes to a Preset.
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Editing the Effects
The Genesis3 contains a comprehensive library of fully programmable,studio quality Effects. The Effects section is
accessed with the EDIT button.Successive presses of the EDIT button will advance through all available effects in a
Preset.The effect LEDs will light one at a time to indicate the selected Effect.When you have selected the desired
effect,you have up to 5 Parameters which can be edited using the effect parameter knobs.Rotating the DATA knob
will turn the selected effect on or off.The 5 knobs located directly beneath the Display will adjust the Parameters
associated with the selected effect. When a knob is turned,the corresponding Parameter name will appear in the green
alpha-numeric Display and the Parameter value will be shown in the red numeric Display.
Rotating the effect parameter knobs will increase or decrease the value of the corresponding parameter and you will
hear the change in real time.When parameter values have been changed,the Store LED will light indicating the preset
has been modified and must be stored in order to retain your changes (see page 14 for more on the store procedure).
Changing Presets,or turning the power off before storing any changes will erase your changes and revert to the stored
values for the selected preset.When the preset has been edited to your liking, you may store your settings to any of
the 48 user preset locations.
PICKUP - WAH PRESET VALUE DATA / PRESET
COMP - GATE
WHAMMY / IPS
CHORUS / MOD
DELAY
REVERB
EDITTAP-IT SPEED / AMOUNT DEPTH MOD LEVEL DELAY LEVEL REVERB LEVEL
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5
AMP SAVE STORE
UTILITY ASSIGN
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Storing/Copying a Preset
When editing a Preset,the Store LED will light indicating that you have changed a Parameter and need to store the
changes.Once you have modified theAmp Models, Cabinet types,and Effect Parameters to your liking,you can store
your creation to a User Preset location.The following steps outline the procedure for storing a Preset:
1.Press the STORE button once and the Genesis3 will enter a naming mode.The first letter of the currently loaded
Preset name will begin to flash.
2.Rotate the DATA knob to select the desired alpha-numeric character.
3.Press the EDIT button to select the next character to the right,and press the TAP-IT button to select the previ-
ous character to the left.
4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the desired Preset name shows in the Display.
5.Once you have entered the desired name for the Preset,press the STORE button again.The current Preset loca-
tion will flash in the numeric Display.This is asking you to select a User Preset location where your new sound will
reside.
6.Select the User Preset location using the DATA knob.
7.Press the STORE button again to complete the Store process.
The procedure for copying one Preset to another Preset location is the same.Simply begin by selecting the Preset that
you want to copy,then follow the steps listed above.
Pressing the AMP SAVE button at any time during the Store procedure will abort the Store process.
POWERON / OFF DIGITAL OUT MIDI OUT/THRU MIDI IN/FC MIDI FC RIGHT OUT LEFT OUT OUTPUT LEVEL CD INPUT
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Effects
About the Effects
The Genesis3 can be thought of as several different“virtual” amps combined with a studio full of high quality effects.
The following chart shows the order of the effects andAmp Modeling in the Genesis3.
Effect Definitions
Each Effect within the Genesis3 is fully programmable to suit your personal tastes and application.Understanding how
these Effects will alter the sound,and how each Parameter will alter the Effect will help you achieve the sound you are
looking for.The following overview of the Genesis3’s effects outlines what each Effect and Parameter does.
Pickup-Wah
The Pickup Simulator applies the warmth and thickness of a double coil humbucker pickup to a single coil guitar,or
the unique, crisp sound of a single coil pickup to a guitar with a humbucker.This allows you to have the best of both
worlds without ever changing guitars.When the Pickup Effect is selected, rotating the DATA knob will turn the Pickup
Simulator off (PICKUP OF),or select the type of simulation including SC>HB (Gives a single coil pick up the warm
tone of a humbucker),and HB>SC (Gives a humbucker the unique sound of a single coil).
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AWah is an effect controlled by the Expression Pedal.AWah applies a boost in gain to a narrow band of frequencies.
As the Expression Pedal is rocked back and forth,the center frequency receiving the boost is swept up and down
making the guitar sound as if it is saying “Wah.”TheWah is engaged and disengaged by applying pressure to theV-
Switch located under the toe of the Expression Pedal. See Page 32 for more information regarding theV-Switch.
Wah On/Off -The DATA knob engages and disengages theWah effect.
WahType -The P1 knob selects the type ofWah.Values include: CRY (CryWah is a traditional soundingWah),
BOTIQU (BoutiqueWah is a wide sweepingWah with a more modern sound) and FULRNG (Full Range
Wah sweeps the entire spectrum of audible frequencies).
Wah Minimum - The P2 knob is used to select the minimum point theWah (WAHMIN) will reach in the toe up
position of the Expression Pedal. Ranges from 0to 99.
Wah Maximum - The P3 knob is used to select the maximum point theWah (WAHMAX) will reach in the toe down
position of the Expression Pedal. Ranges from 0to 99.
Compressor
A Compressor can be used to increase sustain, and tighten up guitars.A Compressor sets boundaries for a signal’s
strength.When a signal exceeds the set boundary, it is forced back into the set boundary.As the signal fades to a point
where it no longer exceeds the boundary, the compressor expands the signal strength and increases sustain.
Compression Parameters are as follows:
Comp On/Off -The DATA knob engages and disengages the Compressor when the Compressor is selected.
Attack -The P1 knob adjusts the length of time it takes for the Compressor to respond to a signal exceeding the
Threshold. Values include:fast,meDIUM,and slOw.
Ratio -The P2 knob adjusts the input to output ratio once theThreshold has been exceeded.For instance,a Ratio of
4 to 1 means that a signal exceeding theThreshold by 4 dB will only be allowed 1 dB of increased output.
Higher settings yield a tighter, sound and increase sustain.Lower settings allow better dynamics. Ranges
include:¡2-1 (1.2:1), ¡5-1 (1.5:1), ¡8-1 (1.8:1), ™0-1 (2:1),™5-1 (2.5:1), £0-1 (3:1), ¢0-1 (4:1),∞0-1
(5:1),•0-1 (8:1), 10-1 (10:1), 20-1 (20:1), and INF-1 (infinity:1).
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