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Boss ME-30 User Manual

Boss ME-30
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ME-30
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EFFECTS
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Owner's
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Boss ME-30 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Impedance1 M ohm
MIDINo
TypeMulti-effects pedal
EffectsOverdrive/Distortion, Wah, Compressor, Equalizer, Modulation, Delay, Reverb
Presets30
Output Impedance1k ohm
Display2-digit, 7-segment LED
Power SupplyAC Adaptor (PSA-series)
Inputs1/4" phone type
Outputs1/4" phone type

Summary

Main Features

Phrase Trainer Function

Record and playback audio for practice, with speed adjustment.

Battery Operation

Unit can run on batteries, offering mobility.

User Interface Features

Large display and analog distortion for ease of use and sound quality.

Expression Pedal

Built-in pedal for controlling various sound parameters.

Using the Unit Safely

Warning and Caution Notices

Explains symbols for risk identification and required actions.

Safety Symbols Explained

Details symbols indicating important instructions, prohibitions, and required actions.

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety rules for operation, handling, and environment.

AC Adaptor and Power Precautions

AC Adaptor Handling Rules

Essential safety guidelines for using the optional AC adaptor.

Important Notes

Power Supply and Battery Usage

Notes on power circuits, battery usage, and connecting/disconnecting devices.

Unit Placement and Environment

Guidelines on avoiding interference, direct sunlight, and extreme temperatures.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit and avoiding damage from solvents.

Repairs and Data Handling

Information regarding data loss during repairs and liability.

Additional Operational Precautions

Advice on careful handling of controls, cables, and volume levels.

Panel Descriptions

Display and Control Areas

Overview of the LCD display, operation buttons, and parameter controls.

Pedal and Indicator Layout

Description of the bank and number pedals, indicators, and their functions.

Input/Output Jacks

Details on the various input and output connection jacks on the unit.

Effects Descriptions

Compressor Effect

Explains the compressor effect for sustain and input signal adjustment.

Overdrive/Distortion Effect

Details the OD/DS effect, its types, and parameter controls like Drive and Tone.

Equalizer/Phaser Effect

Covers EQ for frequency adjustment and Phaser for sound swirling.

Noise Suppressor Effect

Describes the Noise Suppressor for cutting hum and noise.

Delay Effect

Explains the delay effect for adding echoes and controlling time and feedback.

Modulation Effects

Introduces Chorus and Flanger effects for adding wavering and undulating sounds.

Pitch Shifter Effect

Details the effect that alters guitar pitch for various sounds.

Tremolo Effect

Explains the tremolo effect for cyclical amplitude changes.

Reverb Effect

Describes the reverb effect for adding reverberation and decay.

Expression Pedal and Amp Simulation

Expression Pedal Usage

How to use the pedal for Volume, Wah, Tremolo Arm, and Ring Modulator.

Guitar Amp Simulator

Simulates the characteristics of a guitar amplifier's sound.

Patch Management and Connections

Understanding and Managing Patches

Explains patches, presets, user memory, banks, and switching.

Making Connections

Guide for connecting the ME-30 to external audio equipment.

Operating Modes and Setup

Play Mode and Basic Operation

Navigating and selecting patches in Play mode.

Arranging and Editing Patches

Procedures for copying, exchanging, and editing patches.

Saving and Discarding Edits

How to store or discard changes made to patches.

Advanced Modes and Practice Features

Manual and Special Modes

Using Manual mode, Bypass, Tuner, and Phrase Trainer functions.

Practice Tools and Procedures

AUX input for practice, phrase trainer details, and battery replacement.

Reference and Troubleshooting

Factory Settings and Blank Chart

Restoring factory settings and using the blank chart for custom patches.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for no sound, low sound, and patch selection problems.

Technical Specifications

System Specifications

Details on audio, power, dimensions, and connectivity.

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