Behringer V-AMP 3 No User's Manual
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1. Always use the original packing carton to prevent damage during storage or transport Make sure that no children are left unsupervised with the unit or its packaging Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials 20 Specifications AUDIO INPUTS INSTRUMENT INPUT Ya TS connector unbalanced Input impedence 1 Mohms Max input level 9 dBu AUXIN STEREO Ya TRS stereo connector Input impedence 15 kohms AUDIO OUTPUTS ANALOG LINE OUTPUTS L R Ya TS connector balanced Output impedance 2 2 kohms Max output level 20 dBu HEADPHONES CONNECTOR Ya TRS stereo connector unbalanced Max input level 15 dBu 100 ohms 23 dBm MIDI Type 5 pin DIN connector IN OUT THRU DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING Converter 24 bit delta sigma 64 128 x oversampling Dynamics A D 104 dB preamp Bypass Dynamics D A 92 dB Sample rate 31 250 kHz DSP 100 Mips Delay time max 1 933 msecs Latency Line In to Line Out approx 5 msecs DISPLAY Type 2 digit 7 segment LED display POWER SUPPLY Mains voltage USA Canada 120 V 60 Hz UK Australia 240 V 50 Hz Europe 230 V 50 Hz China Korea 220 V 50 60 Hz Japan 100 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 13W Mains connection external power supply unit DIMENSIONS WEIGHT Dimensions H x W x Di 79 x 267 x 180 mm 3 1 x10 5 x 7 Weight 0 8 kg 1 6 b V AMP 3 User M2. CALIF COMPRESSED BRITISH CRUNCH 90s METALLIC AMERICAN HOT calif compressed british crunch 90s metallic american hot CALIF COMPRESSED BRITISH CRUNCH 90s METALLIC AMERICAN HOT acoustic 4 acoustic 9 BASS 4 BASS 9 StudioRockStack3 StudioRockStaFX3 SessionCombo4 SessionComFX4 weirdo 4 Preset 24 29 34 39 44 49 54 59 64 69 74 79 84 89 94 99 104 109 114 119 124 V AMP 3 User Manual clean comp CH RV british solo 80s harmonics brit rotary CLEAN COMP CH RV BRITISH SOLO 80s HARMONICS BRIT ROTARY clean comp CH RV british solo 80s harmonics brit rotary CLEAN COMP CH RV BRITISH SOLO 80s HARMONICS BRIT ROTARY acoustic 5 acoustic 10 BASS 5 BASS 10 StudioRockStack4 StudioRockStaFX4 SessionCombo5 SessionComFX5 weirdo 5 Preset 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 V AMP 3 User Manual Amp Descriptions CLEAN TUBE PREAMP Sound engineers were quick to recognize the appeal oftubes They used tube amps to add warmth to all kinds of sounds By default this amp model does not use a speaker simulation and can be used with vocals but adding a speaker cab produces good clean tones for guitar as well SMALL COMBO This model is based on one ofthe most simple yet effective guitar amps of all time the Fender Champ
3. Being as small as it is you can easily take it beyond its clean range and the Champ rewards you with compression and rich distortion Originally designed for begin ners the amp soon became a favorite of many guitar aficionados due to its amazing distortion at manageably low volume CLASSIC CLEAN Back in the 80s the Roland JC 120 was the preferred sound of Buzzy Feiten guitarist for the Dave Weckl Band The unique quality of this amp is the way its brilliance cuts through any mix It is ideal for the New Wave sound of the 80s that is making a comeback today TWEED COMBO This was Jeff Beck s favorite when he recorded the albums Blow by Blow and Wired This amp was not actually designed for heavy distortion but due to its low power it is ideal for uncompromising overdrive The Tweed Champ had a volume control but no EQ control If you want to get the most authentic sound out of this amp keep the EQ on your V AMP 3 in the mid position CLEAN V AMP Here we have managed to simulate the sound of a Roland JC 120 and combine it with our BRIT CLASSIC model The result blends the brilliance of a transistor amp with the cutting power of a Marshall Plexi The Marshall cut appears when you turn the GAIN control clockwise CALIFORNIA CLEAN This model is based on the clean channel of the Mesa Boogie Mark II C It sounds like a Fender but has more punch in the midrange BLACK TWIN This simulation was modeled on a Fender Blackface Twin from 1
4. V AMP CUSTOM 15 PHASER ui ang DELAY cc55 val c a 3 Mod Mix cc59 Delay Time cC50 51 V CRUNCH Rock 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 1 CC49 val O BRITCLASSIC50W Rock 2x12 V AMP CUSTOM 10 FLANGER ge ne Mod Mixcc59 DelayTime cc50 51 NUMETAL HD Metal 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 Wa GC CUSTOMHIGAIN Metal 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 EE DELAY 2cc55 Delay Mix e MODERNHIGAIN Metal 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 val 5 CC49 eca a Moa Miec ee val 2 ULTIMATE PLUS Metal 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 CHORUS E DELAY 1CC55 Delay Mix BRIT CLASS A rock 2x12 BRIT 67 11 val 3 CC49 cc54 Mod Mix cc59 Delay Time cc50 51 val 0 CUSTOM CLASS A rock 4X12 VINTAGE 30 12 CHORUS CLASS ANORM rock 2x12 BRIT 67 11 DELAY 2cc55 Delay Mix Mod mixccso DelayTime cc50 51 val 3 CC49 cc54 BRITCLASSA15SW rock 1x12 BRIT 60 6 yale CHORUS COMPRESSOR Sense cc45 Mod Mix cc59 Modulation Speed ects Processor CC55 val 4 cc58 cc44 val 1 A great complement to the selection of amps and speaker cabinets is COMPRESSOR EE P i e cc44 val 1 the built in multi effects processor You may select from 16 high quality effects such as chorus flanger delay auto wah and many others These AUTO WAH Depth ER i peed cc effects can be used to thicken up your guitar tone in a subtle way or ereid SEH create extreme and experimental sounds that push your creative limits PHASER cc55 i Modulation Speed g A v Mix cc59 Feedback cc58 The standard operating mode of the multi eff
5. does not cover consumable parts including but not limited to fuses and batteries Where applicable BEHRINGER warrants the valves or meters contained in the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from date of purchase 2 This limited warran y does not cover the product if it has been electronically or mechanically modified in any way If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level in any country which is not the country for which the product was originally developed and manufactured this modification adaptation shall not be considered a defect in materials or workmanship This limited warranty does not cover any such modification adaptation regardless of whether it was carried out prop erly or not Under the terms of this limited warranty BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification adaptation 3 This limited warran y covers only the product hardware It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the product Any such software is provided AS IS unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software limited warranty 4 This limited warran y is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product El Free inspections an
6. in sync with the music you are playing to Edit mode For deeper edits to the preset press the BANK UP and BANK DOWN buttons simultaneously to enter EDIT mode Now you can choose to edit various categories MIDI DRIVE CABINETS REVERB and NOISE GATE by pressing one of the A E buttons The following describes the features and adjustments of each category e MIDI Enter EDIT mode and press the A button to edit MIDI settings Select a MIDI channel by pressing the BANK UP and DOWN buttons To change from MIDI OUT to MIDI THRU press the TAP button The TAP LED will light up when MIDI THRU is selected DRIVE Enter EDIT mode and press the B button to edit DRIVE set tings Press the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to change between clean and distorted amp settings The display will show a 0 for clean and a 1 for distortion CABINETS Enter EDIT mode and press the C button to select one ofthe speaker CABINETS Press the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to select one ofthe 15 available speaker cabs REVERB Enter EDIT mode and press the D button to edit REVERB settings Press the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to select one ofthe 9 reverb types You may use the REVERB knob to adjust the amount of reverb while in EDIT mode NOISE GATE Enter EDIT mode and press the E button to edit NOISE GATE settings Press the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to select a noise gate level 0 off 15 maximum gating effect When you have made your adjustments press the TUNER butto
7. l CH DELAY 1 IORUS DELAY 2 A si 16 INPUT Plug a guitar into this jack using a 14 instrument cable v g EFFECTS 2ND PARAMETER y ECHO ZO DELAY E nf m PH DELAY FL DELAY1 FL DELAY 2 CH DELAY 1 17 PHONES Plug a pair of headphones into this jack using a Y4 TRS cable AUX LEVEL MP 18 AUX IN Plug an external sound source into this jack using a 14 TS or TRS cable V AMP 3 User Manual GAIN ef N TREBLE PRESENCE IN ee dx Zo k Ou 22 MIDI OUT THRU Sends MIDI information from the V AMP 3 or pu directly from the MIDI IN jack AUX LEVEL ki ame 19 AUX LEVEL Adjusts the input level of the AUX IN jack s E See TREBLE PRESENCE D DRIVE AMPS a Foun NW _ En an 23 MIDI IN Receives MIDI signals from a footswitch or other device ef oe CH l KW al vi NX s HI BRIT 100 CUSTOM CLASS ROCK 595L___ BRIT CLASS A ULTRAZONIC __ ULTIMATE PLUS BRIT HI GAIN me MODERN HI GAIN SAVAGE BEAST CUSTOM HI GATT NUMETAL G NUMETAL FOOTSWITCH O Z gt 24 FOOTSWITCH Plug the FS1 12V footswitch into this jack with the a GAIN N AUX LEVEL Zr 14 TRS cable 20 LINE OUT Plug balanced or unbalanced 14 cables into these jacks Operating Modes to send the stereo signal for recording or performance applications Configuration Mode The V AMP 3 offers many optio
8. preset hold down the preset button for approximately 2 seconds to save Restoring All Factory Presets All factory presets can be restored as follows e While holding buttons D and E power on the unit CU appears in the display Release the D and E buttons Press the arrow keys BANK UP and DOWN simultaneously This erases all saved edits and returns all presets to their factory settings Refer to the MIDI chapter for information on saving your settings via MIDI Amp Speaker Simulation The heart of the V AMP 3 s sound lies in its amp and speaker simulation With 32 amp simulations and 15 interchangeable speaker cabinets you re guaranteed to find a tone to fit any situation Not only this but the V AMP 3 eliminates the need to mic an actual speaker which is dif ficult to do properly and creates a lot of excess noise Any style from jazz to heavy metal can easily be accommodated and are further enhanced by the effects and reverb options You re sure to find many sounds that spur your creativity and allow you to explore new sonic possibilities 9 When you power on the V AMP 3 it automatically loads the last selected preset The LED ring around the AMPS knob shows which amp is cur rently selected If the 17 32 LED is lit inside the display the second amp model written in grey next to the AMPS LED is active To select another amp simply turn the AMPS knob Hold the TAP button while turning the AMPS knob to selec
9. shield footswitch accesses the tuner Tap the DOWN button again to return to normal play mode St rain relief clamp LD sleeve ring 5 Make sure the volume control on your guitar is turned up then turn right signal up the MASTER knob to desired level lt __ tip left signal NOTE If the current preset volume is set low there may be a considerable increase in volume when you change presets 6 Press the TUNER button if you need to tune your guitar 1a TRS headphones connector 7 Press the BANK UP and BANK DOWN buttons to scroll through the banks of presets Press the A E buttons to select a preset in that bank 8 Adjust the tone with the GAIN TREBLE MID and BASS knobs 9 Select anew amp model by turning the AMPS knob Hold the TAP button while turning the AMPS knob to select one of the 2 level amps grey lettering 10 Add an effect by turning the EFFECT SELECT knob to the desired selection Adjust the EFFECTS knob to determine the level of the effect Hold the TAP button while turning the EFFECTS knob to adjust the second effects parameter see effects table for details 11 Add reverb by adjusting the REVERB knob 12 Save your settings If you have altered a preset or made one from scratch the preset LED will blink In order to save this setting first select the bank you would like to save to then hold down one of the A E buttons for 2 seconds Make sure you
10. 965 In the 60s this amp was used by jazz country and even rock guitarists The Blackface Twin was unique for being exceptionally loud while the amount of distortion remained relatively low CUSTOM CLEAN This model simulates the clean channel from a Dumble an expensive boutique amp The clean sound really cuts through especially when used with compressor attack settings around 2 milliseconds 11 ENGLISH BLUES AMERICAN This virtual amp is modeled on the Fender Bassman 4 x 10 Combo Originally designed as a bass amp it soon became a standard amp of blues legends such as Steve Ray Vaughan and Billy Gibbons due to its characteristic distortion As you would expect it packs a solid punch in the bass range but is still flexible enough in the mid and treble ranges FUZZ BOX This sound is not actually based on any one amp but instead simulates a particular fuzz box Jimi Hendrix was one of the first guitarists to recognize the potential in this legendary broadband transis tor distortion The humming distortion sound of the FUZZ BOX has returned to popularity with Alternative Rock and Grunge DELUXE BLUES A synthesis of a 1960 Fender Blackface Deluxe and a 50s Fender Bassman The result is a crystal clear sound that still simu lates the edge of the vintage amps The EQ controls on this model give you even greater scope than the EQ controls on the original amp V AMP DRIVE This simulation is based on the Mesa Boogie Mark
11. BINETS REVERB NOISE GATE PS e E wG GB a SER w oe TUBE PREAMP U CONFIGURATION geil wi TREMOLO CHORUS COMP CHORUS DEL 77 SMALL COMBO CLASSIC CLEAN TWEED COMBO CLEAN V AMP CALIF CLEAN BLACK TWIN CUSTOM CLEAN FLANGER CHORUS PHASER AUTO WAH COMPRESSOR BANK DOWN BANK UP 2ND PAR EXIT U PREAMP BYPASS In this case pressing button A B Cor E will call up another preset within bank 25 The two arrow buttons BANK UP and BANK DOWN enable you to change banks The display will show which bank has been V AMP 3 User Manual selected but the preset will not change until you press one of the A E buttons The LED beneath the preset letter lights up when that preset is activated Editing presets Customizing presets in the V AMP 3 is fast and simple One option is to call up a preset you like and tweak it to fit your desired sound If you would like a new amp model turn the AMPS knob until you find the right amp simulation The VOLUME BASS MID TREBLE PRESENCE and GAIN knobs may also be adjusted if necessary You may select an effect and adjust its parameters using the EFFECTS knob or add reverb by simply turning the REVERB knob Apart from the compressor and auto wah all multi effects have a speed based parameter This can easily be adjusted by pressing the TAP button at least 2 times to the tempo of the music allowing the effect to operate
12. HYTHM TIGHT RHYTHM BREAK da BLUES acoustic 1 acoustic 6 BASS 1 BASS 6 StudioRockStack StudioRockStaFX SessionCombo1 SessionComFX1 weirdo 1 Preset 11 16 21 26 31 36 41 46 51 56 61 66 71 76 81 86 91 96 101 106 111 116 121 clean reverb windmill rhythm tight hi octane crunch a blues CLEAN REVERB WIND MILL RHYTHM TIGHT HI OCTANE CRUNCH a BLUES clean reverb windmill rhythm tight hi octane crunch a blues CLEAN REVERB WIND MILL RHYTHM TIGHT HI OCTANE CRUNCH a BLUES acoustic 2 acoustic 7 BASS 2 BASS 7 StudioRockStack StudioRockStaFX SessionCombo2 SessionComFX2 weirdo 2 Preset ily 22 27 32 37 42 47 52 57 62 67 72 Tid 82 87 92 97 102 107 112 117 122 C blackface dry EL34power crunch 80s metallic blisteringblue BLACKFACE DRY EL34 POWR CRUNCH 80s METALLIC BLISTERING BLUE blackface dry EL34power crunch 80s metallic blisteringblue BLACKFACE DRY EL34 POWR CRUNCH 80s METALLIC BLISTERING BLUE acoustic 3 acoustic 8 BASS 3 BASS 8 StudioRockStack2 StudioRockStaFX2 SessionCombo3 SessionComFX3 weirdo 3 Preset 23 28 33 38 43 48 53 58 63 68 73 78 83 88 93 98 103 108 113 118 123 calif compressed british crunch 90s metallic american hot
13. Ill a more modern high gain lead amp This model produces a smooth and precise tone with plenty of drive making it ideal for lead guitar work BRIT BLUES Modeled on the JTM 45 the first Marshall amp ever designed Extreme gain settings produce a highly compressed and really dirty sounding distortion Combined with a 2 x 12 speaker simulation it produces impressive Bluesbreaker sounds V CRUNCH This amp is ideal for modern blues or jazz Its sound is subtle but crunchy and dynamic CUSTOM BLUES This simulation is based on a 1965 Marshall JTM 45 Bluesbreaker but has more flexibility of sound control Turn the GAIN control to the left and this simulation sounds like a Marshall turn it to the right and it builds a thick boutique distortion tone BRIT CLASSIC 50 W This is also a Plexi but we have extensively widened its sound range The sound controls on the original Marshall Plexi 50 Watt hardly had any effect on the sound if distortion was high METAL NUMETAL GAIN This model is based on a 1994 Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem O Verb featuring a modern high gain sound that also comes over well in a band context The tone control is post gain which allows you to tailor distorted sounds to great effect This amp is perfect for heavy metal but also for Steve Lukather sounds The best known user of this amp is John Petrucci of the progressive rock super group Dream Theater 12 NUMETAL HD This simulation is modeled on a
14. M 1x 12 MID COMBO 1x 12 BLACKFACE 1x 12 BRIT 60 1x 12 DELUXE 52 2x 12 TWIN COMBO AMPS 1 16 TUBE PRE CLASSIC CLEAN CLEAN V AMP BLACK TWIN AMERICAN DELUXE BLUES BRIT BLUES CUSTOM BLUES NUMETAL GAIN SAVAGE BEAST BRIT HI GAIN ULTRAZONIC ROCK 59SL HIBRIT 100 AMBER 120 BRIT CLASSIC Category Clean Clean Clean Clean Blues Blues Blues Blues Metal Metal Metal Metal Rock Rock Rock Rock Cabinets 2x 12 US CLASS A 2 x 12 V AMP CUSTOM 2x 12 BRIT 67 4x 12 VINTAGE 30 4x 12 STANDARD 78 4x 12 OFF AXIS 4x 12 V AMP CUSTOM Speaker simulation 2x12 TWIN COMBO 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 2x12 TWIN COMBO 4x10 VINTAGE BASS 1x12 BLACKFACE 4X12 VINTAGE 30 4X12 VINTAGE 30 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 4X12 VINTAGE 30 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 4X12 VINTAGE 30 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM Cabinet 13 ENGLISH V AMP 3 User Manual 14 AMPS 17 32 Category Speaker simulation Cabinet EFFECTS control Effect EFFECT a Effect with TAP push TAP push button Control SMALL COMBO Clean 1x8 VINTAGE TWEED 1 button TWEED COMBO Clean 1x8 VINTAGE TWEED 1 H Pe TS E EE CALIF CLEAN Clean 4x12 V AMP CUSTOM 15 GE GH Mix cc54 Feedbackcc53 Delay Time CC50 51 CUSTOM CLEAN Clean 1x12 BLACKFACE 5 Se FUZZ BOX Rock Ax12 OFF AXIS 14 gt ee Mix cc54 Feedback cc53 Delay Time CC50 51 V AMP DRIVE Rock 4x12
15. Mesa Boogie Dual Recti fier head Much like the Trem O Verb this amp produces an even higher gain sound The tone controls are most effective with the gain knob cranked SAVAGE BEAST Engl is well known for amps that really cut through The Savage 120 in particular has built up a large following among guitarists For some time now Ritchie Blackmore has been a major endorser of this German company and Randy Hanson the best Hendrix since Jimi also swears by this amp The unique feature of the Savage is its extreme power and is therefore highly popular with heavy metal guitarists Silent Force Sinner guitarist Alex Beyrodt has been an enthusiastic Engl user for years An amp for making yourself heard CUSTOM HI GAIN This sound goes back to a 1969 50 Watt Marshall Plexi modified by Jose Arrendondo Arrendondo was none other than Eddie Van Halen s guitar technician The unique features of this amp are its fine mid range sounds and its ability to produce the ultimate in gain without making the sound muddy Warning highly addictive BRIT HI GAIN Compare this model with a Marshall JCM 800 Although the original was renowned mainly for its distorted sounds this amp also sounds very good with low gain settings It s good at reproducing Steve Ray Vaughan s and Michael Landau guitar tone In distortion mode it sounds like Gary Moore in his early days but it s also good for heavy metal MODERN HI GAIN Modeled after a Soldano SLO the to
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17. User Manual Thank you Thank you for choosing the V AMP 3 This powerful and versatile guitar preamp is the latest in the line of acclaimed V AMP series processors adding 4 new amp models over its predecessor the V AMP 2 With 32 amp models 15 speaker cabinet simulations and a host of high quality digital effects it s like having a studio full of guitar gear in a device smaller than your computer keyboard In addition to the many features and applications found in the V AMP 3 we ve also included the UCA222 USB audio interface to unlock your full potential as a recording musician This simple interface features stereo inputs and outputs optical S PDIF output and dedicated monitoring via headphone output and it requires no external power Along with this bonus comes a 14 TRS to stereo RCA adapter cable low latency drivers for Windows XP and Vista and the multi platform music pro duction software energyXT2 5 Compact BEHRINGER Edition Visit www behringer com to find out what this powerful software has to offer www behringer com V AMP 3 Next Generation Virtual Guitar Amplifier with USB Audio Interface and energyXT2 5 e Recording Software Table of Contents Thank you E A A E T 1 Important Safety Instructions 2 0 0s0200u0n0nenononononsnnnnnnsnnnsnsnsonnnnsnenenen 2 Basic Operation ussasssssonensnsonsnsnsnsnsunensnsnsnnsnsnsnsnsunensnsnssnsnensnsnssnsnensnne 3 Audio Connections uusnenenensnon
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19. as vases shall be placed on the apparatus IN Caution This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock A Caution This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompany ing literature Please read the manual A Caution These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth a ANa N E R E E V AMP 3 User Manual Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manu facturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into you
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21. cted This makes it possible for example to play through an external guitar preamp and only use the effects or the speaker simulation To activate the PREAMP BYPASS press TAP and TUNER simultaneously Fender Vox Marshall Mesa Boogie Gibson Soldano Matchless Dumble Budda Tweed Engl Roland Bugera Hiwatt Orange and the names of musicians and groups are registered trademarks belonging to the respective owners and are in no way associated with BEHRINGER V AMP 3 User Manual Speaker Descriptions The sound of any guitar combo depends largely on the type and combi nation of speakers used In the past 50 years there has been widespread experimentation to find out what type of speaker is best suited to any one specific guitar sound and in what way the sound is modified when a certain speaker is combined with others When you select an amp simulation an appropriate speaker simula tion is automatically activated see graphic table below Otherwise the authenticity ofthe sound could be affected by an unsuitable cabinet especially if you are using headphones Naturally you can combine the amp simulations with other cabinets according to taste The character of a loudspeaker depends on many different variables The following table shows a list of all speaker cabinets on the V AMP 3 Cabinets BYPASS NO SPEAKER SIMULATION 1x 8 VINTAGE TWEED 4x 10 VINTAGE BASS 4x 10 V AMP CUSTO
22. d data from your device to a MIDI sequencer and storing it there To exchange individual presets with other devices such as another V AMP 3 or a PC e Switch the transmitting V AMP 3 to EDIT mode by pressing the BANK UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously Function 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 64 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 Program Change System Exclusive System Common System Real Time Running Status Transmitted N request only H Y N request only Y H N request only Y Y y Y N request only N request only N request only Y 0 124 Y 2s Timeout Received Y Y Y 0 124 127 17 ENGLISH Remarks Delay Type 0 2 7 Delay Time hi 0 117 8 Delay Time lo 0 127 8 Delay Spread 0 127 Delay Feedback 0 127 Delay Mix 0 127 9 post Fx Mode 0 6 10 post Fx Par 1 10 post Fx Par 2 10 post Fx Par 3 10 post Fx Mix 0 127 11 Assign Effects Control 0 15 1 Amp Type 0 32 w o cabinet change 3 Tap Value gt 63 Request Controls Value 80 Set Pos 0 15 Set Character 32 127 Tuner Bypass Volume 0 127 Tuner Center Frequency 25 55 Configuration 0 4 1 S2 L1 L2 L3 Live EQ Treble 0 127 Live EQ Mid 0 127 Live EQ Bass 0 127 127 Tuner see SysEx Documentation e Activate the MIDI function and briefly tap the MIDI button The preset data is transmitted and f
23. d maintenance repair work are expressly excluded from this limited warranty in particular if caused by improper handling of the product by the user This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear in particular of faders crossfaders potentiometers keys buttons tubes guitar strings illuminants and similar parts 6 Damage defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this limited warranty improper handling neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BUGERA user or service manuals connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used damage defects caused by acts of God Nature accident fire flood etc or any other condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER 21 N Any repair or opening ofthe unit carried out by unauthorized personnel user included will void the limited warranty If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in question is not covered by the limited warranty the inspection costs are payable by the customer 8 Products which do not meet the terms of this limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer s expense BEHRINGER or its authorized service center will inform the buyer of any such circumstance If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notific
24. e ingredients Amp simulation including GAIN EQ and VOLUME settings Cabinet simulation Pre amp effects such as noise gate compressor auto wah and wah wah Post amp multi effects such as delay modulation or a combination of both Reverb The first 16 banks consist of 20 different tones in the style of clean rock metal and blues These tones are optimized for either a Stratocaster style guitar with single coil pickups or a Les Paul style guitar with humbuck ers These tones are meant mainly as a guide to get you started and help familiarize you with some of the possibilities Eventually you will prob ably want to tweak and customize these to suit your specific liking Feel free to experiment and find a unique sound Next you will find 2 banks dedicated to acoustic presets followed by 2 banks of bass guitar presets Though the V AMP 3 does not specialize in these applications it can accommodate them for recording purposes especially Banks 21 24 focus on studio amplification setups that will make your recordings sound their best These are comprised of full stack rock models and small combo models both with and without effects Lastly you will find a bank full of crazy and experimental sounds to really stretch your imagination Calling up presets When the unit is powered on it automatically loads the last used preset In the following example the last preset selected was preset D in bank 25 MIDI DRIVE CA
25. ects processor is stereo val 1 cc56 but other options are available see Configurations section aus sieddintion Speed Mix cc59 Depth cc57 val 4 cc56 You can adjust up to 3 parameters for each available effect Two of these f g FLANGER C55 Mixcc59 Feedback cc58 Modulation Speed parameters are adjusted using the EFFECTS knob with or without the val 6 x Keng cc56 TAP button held down Tempo based parameters are adjusted by press r piai i N j TREMOLO e Modulation Speed ing the TAP button at least twice in sync with the music The following CC55 val 2 Mix cc59 Ger table displays the parameter controls for each effect ROTARY cc55 Modulation Speed H io Mix cc59 Depth cc57 cc56 V AMP 3 User Manual Wah Wah By using a MIDI pedal such as the BEHRINGER FCB1010 you can access an additional Wah Wah effect You may adjust the sweepable filter char acteristic by entering EDIT mode selecting the DRIVE menu and turning the EFFECTS knob while holding the TAP button Effects Descriptions The following is a brief description of the various effects available on the V AMP 3 REVERB Reverb is still the most important effect for mixing and live performance That s why we at BEHRINGER make a point of giving you 9 different reverb programs allowing you to use the most suitable reverb program for any situation The reverb effect can be added separately to all the other effects ECHO Echo is a delayed repetition of the input signal The mai
26. eration with headphones ze selected effects and S1 speaker Simulations Recording situation V AMP 3 is p connected to stereo line channel on the mixing console Recording situation with the left Left dr Right with channel connected to the recording sianal RA T device The right channel is used Studio 2 GE EE GE S for monitoring only with effect S2 S GE Advantage while recording you don t on ie have to specify the effect used during the mix down but can still monitor wet signals V AMP 3 connected to a guitar amp EE E with stereo input The additional re 3 band EQ BASS MID amp TREBLE controls Live 1 L1 allows you to match the sound to EQ adjustable in CONFIGURATION mode the amplifier used The additional EQ does not affect the settings of your presets Here too the V AMP 3 can be connected to a guitar amp witha stereo input The additional EQ BASS GE MID amp TREBLE controls allows you additional 3 band EQ Live 2 L2 EE to match the sound to the amplifier n used However since no cabinet simulation 3 SE simulation is enabled the speaker sound is determined by the combo cabinet used Left Richt additional ae V AMP 3 as a stage amp with the left 3 band output connected to a line input on i cabinet and x En EQ with modulon the monitor amp The additional EQ modulation BASS MID amp TREBLE controls allows delay and A Live 3 L3 delay and reverb you t
27. es with other V AMP users Live Mode 1 2 and 3 When performing live with the V AMP 3 the most common way to get the sound to the crowd is to run the unit into an amplifier on stage route your signal directly into a mixing board or both If you chose to run the outputs directly to the main mixer Live Mode 1 will be the best option as it includes amp and speaker simulation effects and the 3 band EQ You will have no sound on stage unless the signal is sent to a monitor speaker so make sure the venue can accom modate this setup Another option is to use Live Mode 2 and run the V AMP 3 into the effects loop return inputs of 2 different guitar amps This configuration does not feature speaker simulation and allows the amplifier s natural speaker sound to go unaltered In this scenario the amps would be mic ed on stage to get the sound to the house speakers and having a dedicated monitor would be less important The most practical and versatile way to use the V AMP 3 in a live setting is using Live Mode 3 This allows you to send the left output without speaker simulation to an amp s effects loop return to provide on stage volume and also send the right output with speaker simulation to the main mixer for inclusion in the main house mix 8 Presets The V AMP 3 features 125 presets that are divided into 25 banks There are 5 presets per bank all of which can be modified and saved Each preset consists of a maximum of fiv
28. gital Interface was developed in the early 80s to enable different makes of electronic instruments to communicate with each other Over the years the range of MIDI applica tions has constantly expanded and today it is standard practice to network entire recording studios using the MIDI standard The heart of such a network is a computer with sequencer software that controls not only all the keyboards but also affects other peripheral devices In such a studio setup you can control the V AMP 3 in real time from a computer For live performances in particular you can also use a MIDI foot control ler to control both effect parameters and preset changes The MIDI connectors are international standard 5 pin DIN connectors To connect your device to other MIDI equipment you will need dedicated MIDI cables They are commercially available in various standard lengths MIDI IN This receives MIDI controller data The receiving channel can be adjusted in EDIT mode by pressing the A button and then using the arrow keys MIDI OUT THRU This sends data to a computer or any other device You can transmit both preset data and parameter changes If set to MIDI THRU the V AMP 3 does not send its own MIDI information but passes on the signal received at the MIDI IN connector The TAP LED lights when the V AMP 3 is set to MIDI THRU see the Edit mode section for details Sending receiving MIDI SysEx data The V AMP 3 can receive system exclusive data fr
29. he country of purchase A list of authorized dealers can be found on BEHRINGER s website www behringer com under Where to Buy or you can contact the BEHRINGER office closest to you 2 BEHRINGER warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions for a period of one 1 year from the original date of purchase see the Limited Warranty terms in 4 below unless a longer minimum warranty period is mandated by applicable local laws If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period and that defect is not excluded under 4 BEHRINGER shall at its discretion either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts In case BEHRINGER decides to replace the entire product this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement product for the remaining initial warranty period Le one 1 year or otherwise applicable minimum warranty period from the date of purchase of the original product Bl Upon validation ofthe warranty claim the repaired or replacement product will be returned to the user freight prepaid by BEHRINGER D Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WAR RANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE 2 Online registration
30. ingle notes but can also be used to make solos more interesting CHORUS amp DELAY This algorithm combines signal delay with the popular chorus effect CHORUS amp COMP Incredible sustain effects can be produced with the compressor This is especially useful for sustaining individual guitar notes Combined with chorus it can make the audio signal extremely dense COMPRESSOR A compressor limits the dynamic range of the guitar tone thus producing audible and creative sound effects Pronounced use of the compressor using the EFFECTS control allows rhythm sounds to really pop AUTO WAH The legendary wah wah effect owes its fame mainly to Jimi Hendrix The auto wah alters its filter frequency automatically depending on the signal s magnitude rather than being controlled by the position of a pedal The effect causes a guitar s note to make a distinct vowel sound and is more pronounced the harder the strings are plucked or strummed TREMOLO Simulates the classic Fender Tremolo where the volume rapidly shifts up and down to a constant tempo The tremolo effect has returned to popularity with trip hop ROTARY This is the quintessential simulation of the classic organ effect normally produced by speakers rotating at slow or fast speed inside a heavy speaker cabinet This effect uses the physical principle of the Doppler effect to modulate the sound NOISE GATE Noise gates are used to remove or reduce noise or other interfe
31. into the AC IN on the side of the unit the low latency USB ASIO driver for Windows XP Vista available for The V AMP 3 will automatically turn on and resume the previously download on our website at www behringer com Most users will selected preset benefit from the most recent version 2 8 17 of the driver but rare com 2 Plug your guitar into the INPUT using a 14 instrument cable puter chipsets may require the older 2 8 14 version 3 Connect a monitoring system e If using a pair of headphones connect to the PHONES jack Please visit www behringer com regularly for updates add ons and tips e If using a guitar amplifier connect a 14 cable from the V AMP 3 s regarding your V AMP 3 LEFT LINE OUT jack to the amplifier s effects loop return jack Use the Live 3 output configuration for best results See Operating Modes section for details Audio Con nections If plugging straight to the house PA system connect the LINE OUT jacks to a stereo channel on the main house mixer Use the Live 1 output configuration for best results If using the UCA222 to record or jam to a track on your com puter you may use the included 14 TRS to RCA adaptor cable to connect the V AMP 3 s PHONES jack to the UCA222 and monitor the signal with the UCA222 headphone jack 4 Connect the optional FS112V footswitch to the FOOTSWITCH input The footswitch allows you to scroll through the presets while playing Pressing and holding down the DOWN button on the ZZ ns
32. irst filed in the temporary buffer of the receiv ing V AMP 3 Store the new information in the preset position of your choice using the store function 18 Application Studio Recording X1204USB Balanced or unbalanced cables e 2 X1222USB V AMP 3 User Manual Latency free home recording using UCA222 B3031A HPM1000 HPM1000 QOL le O m ver 520 _ mu aw MIDI cable 59 ee a ook debe oCh FCB1010 Se MIDI Controller CERCA SS Cree 1 cei e XENYX2222FX LE Se um ooe P2000 eo Yo e le Jo Jo iT eee aaa rel ire e e EAI INS VP1520 MIDI cable ay ALA dooce gd E FCB1010 MIDI Controller a Live 3 Configuration V AMP 3 User Manual Jamming with a PC using UCA222 UCA222 HPM1000 Ya to RCA cable mm I AUX Input e FS112V Z CH Vanes O optional O STEREO TID STEREO l dei 2 oO T O S rn Online Registration Please do remember to register y
33. n differ ence from the DELAY effect is that the high frequency content of the repeated signals steadily decreases This simulates a tape delay used in the pre digital era producing a vintage sound In addition the reflec tions are routed in turn to the left and right channels creating a stereo effect DELAY This algorithm repeats the input signal with different tempo settings producing interesting delay effects U2 s The Edge has impres sively demonstrated the potential of this effect PING PONG A delay effect that alternates between the left and right channel speaker PHASER The principle behind the phaser is that a second phase shifted signal is added to the audio signal creating a wave like effect This makes the sound richer and above all livelier Depending on how you set it the phaser can be used to produce slightly modulated or other worldly effects FLANGER This effect is similar to a phaser in the fact that it produces wave like modulation to the guitar tone Create psychedelic effects by mixing it heavily or use a subtle mix to thicken up the tone CHORUS This effect adds a slightly modulated off key element to the original signal thus creating a pleasant floating effect through variations in pitch PHASER amp DELAY Phaser and delay combined 15 ENGLISH FLANGER amp DELAY The input signal is delayed and processed with a pronounced wave like effect It is particularly effective for highlighting s
34. n functions Tap Tap this button to the rhythm of the music and the selected effect will adapt its parameter to the tempo Presence While holding down the TAP button use the TREBLE knob to adjust the PRESENCE setting of the amp simulation 2 parameter While holding down the TAP button use the EFFECTS knob to adjust the 2 effects parameter of the selected effect Amp models 17 32 While holding down the TAP button use the AMPS knob to select one of the second set of amps written in grey lettering MIDI Thru In EDIT gt MIDI mode press the TAP button to change MIDI OUT to MIDI THRU See the MIDI chapter Drive In EDIT gt DRIVE mode hold the TAP button while turning the EFFECTS knob to adjust the Wah Wah effect s resonance character Input Gain in Configuration mode hold the TAP button while turning the GAIN knob to adjust the overall input gain See Configuration mode 12 TUNER Press this button to access the tuner During tuning mode the output signal is muted depending on the VOLUME setting During EDIT mode press this button to exit and return to play mode 13 EFFECTS Selects the effect for the current preset 14 EFFECTS SELECT Adjusts the first parameter for the selected effect Hold the TAP button while turning the EFFECTS knob to adjust the 2nd effects parameter 15 REVERB Adjusts the amount of reverb for the current preset ENGLISH Rear Side panel FL DELAY 2
35. n to exit EDIT mode and return to normal operation V AMP 3 User Manual Storing Presets As soon as you make any change to a preset be it anew amp model effect selection or EQ adjustment the preset LED will flash The flashing LED informs you that in order to keep this new sound you must save the preset To save the preset simply hold the current preset button down for approximately 2 seconds When the LED stops flashing you have saved your current settings in that preset location You do not necessarily have to save an altered preset to its current loca tion You may select another preset in that bank or use the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to choose another bank and save to one of those 5 presets Again hold the targeted preset button down for approximately 2 seconds until the LED stops flashing Discarding an Edited Preset Restoring a Single Factory Preset If you edit a preset but decide that you do not like your changes and would rather return to the original setting you may simply select another preset without saving This way when you return to that preset it will recall the settings as they were before you started editing This method works as long as you do not save your unwanted edit If you do save an edit and would like to return to the original factory preset that was stored there hold down the two arrow keys BANK UP and DOWN until the display reads Pr If you would like to keep the original factory setting for this
36. ne control is post gain here as well allowing the extremely distorted sound to cut through the mix The MODERN HI GAIN sound is ideal for playing Grunge but is also used by guitarists such as Steve Vai and Joe Satriani If you re playing a Les Paul style guitar MODERN HI GAIN sounds best when you turn down the volume control on the guitar a little NEW ULTRAZONIC This is a new aggressive in your face hi gain sound similar to the crunch channel of the Bugera 333XL Detuned palm muted fast rhythm guitar riffs are as clear and articulate as can be ULTIMATE PLUS Those who find the ULTRAZONIC too tame will find enough gain here for an overdose and nearly endless sustain ROCK NEW ROCK 59SL This is modeled on the sound of a Marshall 1959SLP which stands out for its extremely dynamic rock sound dishing out fat clean tone as well as solid crunch This new amp model captures the liveliness and responsiveness of the real thing V AMP 3 User Manual BRIT CLASS A This simulation is modeled on the Vox AC 30 This amp was originally designed in the 60s when guitarists wanted amps with enhanced brilliance a feature that Vox successfully implemented by means of revolutionary bass and treble controls Brian May and U2 s The Edge are probably the best known users of this sound NEW HI BRIT 100 This is new model provides an assertive rhythm guitar sound based on the Hiwatt Custom 100 which is most suitable for punchy power chord
37. nel Tip 14 TRS to stereo RCA a o ng ai os A AUX LEVEL VI gt ba VIRTUAL AMPLIFICATION T TREBLE PRESENCE DRIVE CABINETS REVERB a a ECH amp EFFECTS 2ND PARAMETER LU CONFIGURATION ROTARY TREMOLO y ECHO NOISE GATE g FLANGER DeLay ZS Ss 5 CHORUS PINGPONG Z BLACK TWIN LM PH a sus AGN BS PHASER Pe 14 S REN H AUTO wi FL DELAY 1 u SAVAGE BEAST DELUXE BLUES CUSTOM HI GAR V AMP DRIVE COMPRESSOR FERDELANE NUMETALGAIN J 7 CHORUS COMP ACH DELAY 1 PEME BANK DOWN BANK UP CHORUS DELAY 2 U or TAP TUNER 15 anobar Gu PREAMP BYPASS GS MASTER V AMP 3 User Manual 9 DISPLAY Displays current bank and preset in play mode Other LEDs give the following information e TUNER Displays the pitch of the instrument connected to the unit see TUNING section for more details e 17 32 Lights when one of the amp simulations 17 32 is selected 10 BANK UP and DOWN In play mode use these buttons to scroll through the banks of presets Press both buttons simultaneously to enter EDIT mode After an edit category has been selected buttons A E use the BANK UP and DOWN buttons to edit parameters 11 TAP Performs seve
38. ns that allow you to route selected parts of the signal to the LINE OUT jacks Some features are well suited for one playing situation but not necessary for others In order to adapt your device to various studio and live applications you can choose between GE 5 different operating modes Configurations Independent of the set tings stored in the presets these global operating modes determine fo i how the LINE OUT signal is processed so that either stereo operation or unique left and right sends are possible 21 ACIN Plug the included power cable into this socket When con nected to the mains the V AMP 3 switches on automatically V AMP 3 User Manual Selecting a configuration Press the Band D buttons simultaneously to enter configuration mode The display shows the current selection Use the BANK UP and BANK DOWN arrow buttons to select a new configuration See table for routing options e When headphones are plugged into the PHONES jack the V AMP 3 automatically switches to Studio 1 S1 operating mode Press the TAP key and turn the GAIN knob to adjust the input sensitiv ity to match the output of your guitar s pickups If the CLIP LED lights the input sensitivity must be reduced Only raise the sensitivity if the pickups have particularly weak output To exit configuration mode press the TUNER EXIT button Function Operatin ne e de 5 Application LINEOUTL LINEOUTR V AMP 3 as practice amp e g with Stereo op
39. o match the sound optimally to reverb the monitor amp The right channel effects but A ES effects but without DI Out is connected to the mixing without E console or stage box and is used for Daer additional the FOH mi ale 3 band EQ e PS simulation ENGLISH Studio Mode 1 and 2 When using headphones the V AMP 3 will automatically switch into Studio Mode 1 S1 This stereo mode works well for both monitoring and recording with effects amp and speaker modeling If you are certain the tone you have selected is what you want permanently recorded then Studio Mode 1 is a good option This Mode does not apply the 3 band EQ to the signal but most recording programs have advanced graphic EQ capabilities that allow you much more precise adjustments In addition to advanced EQ recording programs often possess high quality effects plug ins that can be tweaked and edited to your heart s content In this regard Studio Mode 2 may be a better option to allow the most editing flexibility This configuration sends a signal with amp and speaker simulation in both channels but only the right output has the effects leaving the left output dry and ready for editing in your DAW You may either record both outputs to separate tracks or only record the dry left output while monitoring the right output Visit www behringer com for tips about integrating your V AMP 3 with your computer system and exchanging presets and experienc
40. om other MIDI devices provided that the MIDI function button A has been activated in EDIT mode However this means that all presets on your device will be over written automatically You can also transmit MIDI data from your V AMP 3 to other devices total dump by switching to EDIT mode and holding the MIDI button A until the display reads d The total dump function V AMP 3 User Manual MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART Function Transmitted MIDI Channel 1 16 Mode N Note Number N Velocity N After Touch N Pitch Blender N Control Change 1 N request only 7 N request only 12 Vf 13 Y 14 Y 15 Y 16 D 17 Y 18 M 19 Y skipped on request 20 Y skipped on request 21 Y 22 y 23 T 24 M 25 Y 26 N 27 x 44 N request only 45 Y 46 Vi 47 N request only 48 N request only MIDI Implementation Chart Received 1 16 N N Remarks Wah Pedal Volume Pedal Amp Gain 0 127 Amp Treble 0 127 Amp Mid 0 127 Amp Bass 0 127 Amp Vol 0 127 Presence 0 127 Reverb Mix 0 127 2 Amp Type 0 32 with default cabinet 3 Fx Type 0 15 with defaults 1 Fx off on 0 127 Reverb Send off on 0 127 Cabinet Type 0 15 5 Reverb Type 0 8 4 Noise Gate Level 0 15 Drive off on 0 127 Wah off position 0 1 127 pre Effect Type 0 2 6 pre Effect Par 1 6 pre Effect Par 2 6 pre Effect Par 3 6 pre Effect Par 4 6 can be useful for transferring all the store
41. our new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www behringer com alternatively www behringer de and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible To arrange for warranty service please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging Global Contact Infor mation European Contact Information Should your country not be listed please contact the distributor nearest you A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website www behringer com support Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 19 ENGLISH Shipment Your V AMP 3 was carefully packed at the factory and the packaging was designed to protect the unit from rough handling Nevertheless we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to BEHRINGER Instead notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately Otherwise claims for damage or replacement may not be honored
42. r outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Place the power cord so that it is protected from being walked on and sharp edges Be sure that the power cord is protected particularly at plugs conve nience receptacles and the point where it exits from the apparatus Use only attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manu facturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Lara Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appa ratus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable V AMP 3 User Manual 3 E U Basic Operation NOTE The UCA222 will work on both PC and Mac computers without Mi any additional software However we recommend that PC users install 1 Plug the included power cable
43. rence Guitar signals in particular are very sensitive to interfer ence Not only do guitarists often use high gain settings but guitar pickups can amplify unwanted interference that can be painfully apparent during breaks in the music And how does a noise gate work It simply mutes the signal during breaks eliminating any interference at the same time _ 6 Separate Reverb Effect The reverb effect is independent of the multi effects processor and can be added to the mix signal at any time To edit the REVERB function enter EDIT mode press BANK UP and DOWN simultaneously and press button D Use the arrow keys to select one of the 9 reverb types avail able Reverb Reverb Type Quality Tiny Room Small Room Classic room simulation featuring various room sizes from bathroom to Medium Room cathedral Large Room Ultra Room Special effect transforming guitar signals into heavenly pad sounds Small Spring Simulations of typical spring reverbs Medium Spring Short Ambience Simulates the early reflections of a reverbless room Long Ambience el x ul Press the TUNER button to activate the built in tuner Tuning your guitar The chromatic tuner automatically recognizes the frequencies of all the standard guitar notes For the A string this means a frequency of 220 Hz When you plug your guitar into the device and play an open string the tuner will recognize and display the note Since the tuner u
44. rights and national law II This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer s statutory rights as a consumer in any way 2 The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of applicable mandatory local laws B This warranty does not detract from the seller s obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the product and any hidden defect 9 Amendment Warranty service conditions are subject to change without notice For the latest warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding BEHRINGER limited warranty please see complete details online at www bugera amps com BEHRINGER Macao Commercial Offshore Limited of Rue de Pequim No 202 A Macau Finance Centre 9 J Macau including all BEHRINGER group companies ENGLISH www behringer com
45. s Think of Pete Townshend s ingenious guitar work on The Who s Pinball Wizard to get an idea CUSTOM CLASS A The model for this simulation is the Budda Twin master This Class A amp is renowned for its warm sound combined with irresistible tube distortion Although the original amp does not have a mid control we have given the capability of tailoring the midrange to suit your taste NEW AMBER 120 Another new model this time of the vintage distor tion sound typical of the Orange OD120 It is worth digging into the tone controls of the Amber 120 If you crank the gain the preamp tone controls greatly influence the sound CLASS A NORM This amp is characterized by its mild distortion and highly dynamic response It is modeled on the Matchless Chieftain a very expensive hand made amp BRIT CLASSIC Based on a 1959 Marshall Plexi 100 Watt this amp provides a remarkable range of clean and crunch sounds thanks to its two channels which can be run in parallel It was used by many famous guitar players like Jimi Hendrix Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck to name a few BRITISH CLASS A 15 W Another Vox model based on the first channel of an AC 15 from 1960 Unlike the AC 30 this amp had only one 12 speaker and produced a warmer sound Tip to make this simulation sound as authentic as possible leave the BASS and MID controls in middle position and adjust the TREBLE control only PREAMP BYPASS In this setting no amp simulation is sele
46. save over a preset that you no longer want to keep Rock out and have fun w V AMP 3 User Manual Strain relief clamp Controls and Connectors 4 Sleeve Front panel e np 1 GAIN Adjusts the distortion level of an amp simulation 2 TREBLE Adjusts the upper frequencies of the guitar tone 3 MID Adjusts the mid range frequencies 4 BASS Adjusts the low frequencies 5 VOLUME Adjusts the volume level of the current preset This will allow you to keep the volume even between various presets MASTER Adjusts the overall output to the PHONES and LINE OUT AMPS Selects the amp simulation Hold the TAP button while lt Tip turning the AMPS knob to select one of the 17 32 amp models signal grey lettering Unbalanced 1 4 TS connector e Each LED ring around the VOLUME BASS MID TREBLE GAIN EFFECTS and REVERB knobs has nine LEDs Either one LED or two neighboring LEDs in between position will light on each ring indicating a total of 17 positions per knob e Ifthe TAP button is held down the TREBLE knob functions as a PRESENCE control This allows you to add or remove a high end shimmer in the amp tone Sleeve amp 8 PRESET BUTTONS Recall saved presets within a bank These buttons also select various categories in EDIT mode and allow pee u access to Configuration mode see EDIT mode and Configuration Tip mode sections 4 Sleeve ground shield no Right chan
47. ses an auto chromatic scale it can also recognize semi tones which are shown with a b in the display It may happen however that a note is displayed as A but is actually slightly out of tune This is shown by at least one of the four red or yellow LEDs at the foot of the display lighting up In certain cases even two of the LEDs may light up which indicates that the pitch of the note played lies between the pitches represented by the two LEDs When the circular tuner LED in the middle lights up this means the note played is in tune V AMP 3 User Manual Setting reference pitch A To give you maximum freedom for tuning your guitar you can change the preset reference pitch A To activate this function switch on the tuner by pressing the TUNER button and switch to EDIT mode by press ing the two arrow keys simultaneously The display will show 40 which means 440 Hz Use the arrow keys to raise or lower the reference pitch by up to 15 Hz The display only shows the last two digits as the first digit is always 4 For example if you start with a reference pitch of 440 Hz and press the right arrow three times the display will read 43 i e 443 Hz To quit EDIT mode press either the TUNER or the TAP button Any changes will be stored automatically The tones for the other strings on your guitar will automatically be adjusted to the new reference pitch MIDI MIDI connections The MIDI standard Musical Instrument Di
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49. t one of the 17 32 models You may further edit the sound of the amp by turning the VOLUME GAIN BASS MID and TREBLE knobs Hold the TAP button while turning the TREBLE knob to adjust the PRESENCE filter Each amp has an adjustable DRIVE function that acts similar to changing channels on an amp The simulation is still the same but when switched to distortion mode default for most ROCK and METAL amps the gain setting is significantly higher This feature enables all 32 amps to produce clean or distorted tones much like the actual amps themselves would See Edit Mode under the Presets section for details on changing an amp s DRIVE setting You should always select an amp model first then change the cabinet simulation if necessary followed by an effect To give you a better overview of the extensive range of amp simulations we have compiled the following descriptions of the different types of amps ENGLISH 10 V AMP 3 Preset Chart Single coil pickups Humbucker pickups Single coil pickups Humbucker pickups Acoustic guitars Bass guitars Studio session Extreme sounds Bank 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 A acoustic ambienc crunch rhythm tight rhythm break da blues ACOUSTIC AMBIENC CRUNCH RHYTHM TIGHT RHYTHM BREAK da BLUES acoustic ambienc crunch rhythm tight rhythm break da blues ACOUSTIC AMBIENC CRUNCH R
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