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Line 6 Looper JM4 User Manual

Line 6 Looper JM4
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Advanced Guide
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JM4 Looper
Electrophonic Limited Edition
An in-depth guide to the features and functionality of the JM4 Looper.
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Line 6 Looper JM4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeLooper
Memory99 Presets
Recording Time24 minutes
Inputs1 x 1/4" instrument, 1 x XLR mic
Outputs1 x 1/4" (mono), 1 x 1/8" (headphones)
Power Supply9V DC adapter
Effects12 amp models

Summary

Updated Features

SD Browser

Access and browse files saved on the SD card, including JAM and WAV files.

Playback Levels

Adjust independent level control for Song/Drums, Guitar, and Mic/Aux/WAV tracks.

Input Levels

Set input levels for Mic, Aux, and CD inputs using a dynamic bar display.

Menu Items

Overview of new menu items like Save Recording To SD Card and Output Routing.

SD Card Details

Format Card

Prepare an SD card for use with the JM4, ensuring correct filing system.

Transfer Recording To Card

Back up current recordings from JM4 internal memory to an SD card.

Transfer Recording From Card

Load recordings from an SD card into JM4 internal memory for playback.

Save Rec Mix As WAV To Card

Mix down multi-track recordings into a single WAV file and save to SD card.

Import WAV File From Card

Import mono 16-bit 44.1 WAV files from an SD card for jamming.

Transfer All To Card

Transfer all recordings from JM4 internal memory to an SD card in one step.

Transfer All From Card

Transfer all files from an SD card to the JM4's internal memory.

Firmware Version

Check the current firmware version installed on the JM4.

Firmware Upgrade

Instructions on how to update the JM4's firmware using an SD card.

Time Stretch & Varispeed

Time Stretch/Pitch Shift

Alter loop tempo without changing pitch, or alter pitch without changing tempo.

Pitch/Tempo Preview

Optimize sound for Amp Out or Line Outs during previewing.

Varispeed

Adjust loop tempo and pitch simultaneously; changes are directly related.

Recording Restrictions

Understand limitations, such as one mono instance of processing per active session.

Footswitch Modes

Jam Control Mode

The primary mode where all Amp Model & FX controls are available.

Loop FX Mode

Access alternate footswitch functions for loop effects control.

Record Select Mode

Select recordings and toggle recording input for overdubbing.

Guitar Preset Mode

Select guitar presets and FX tap times.

Amp Model / FX Mode

Toggle Amp Models, Mod FX, and Delay FX on or off.

Workflow

Recording

Guidance on recording drum loops, songs, or in free time.

Saving

Instructions on saving recorded tracks to internal memory.

JAM Files

Explanation of the proprietary JAM file format used for recordings.

WAV Files

Information on WAV files, including mixdowns and importing.

Loops

Creative ways to use and create loops with WAV files.

Appendix: FAQ

Available Recording Time

Explanation of reduced recording time due to Undo function buffering.

Duplicate WAV Files

Clarification on hidden OS files for WAV files on Mac.

Time Stamp

Information on the absence of file creation date stamping.

Pitch Shift

Explanation of why pitch shift may not apply to mixed songs.

Time Stretch Won't Work A Second Time

Troubleshooting why tempo cannot be changed again after initial application.

Loop Overdub Volume

Addresses volume decrease during multiple loop overdubs.

Quick Capture

Clarification on how to engage the Rec+Undo quick capture function.

Can't Overdub To A Time Stretched Recording

Explanation of why overdubbing is blocked after time stretching.

Naming Restrictions

Details the 8-character name limit for files imported into the JM4.

Routing Goes To Mono

Explains why routing becomes mono when using Time Stretch on multiple tracks.

Audio Hiss

Tips on eliminating unwanted hiss from the audio output.

Aux Track Distortion

Troubleshooting distortion when using Aux FX for recording.

SD Card Backup Details

Best practices for organizing and backing up recordings to an SD card.

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