Vox Tonelab User Manual

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¾ Amp, Cabinet and Effect
modeling sounds from the
popular Valvetronix-series
¾ VOX Valve Reactor tube
power amp circuit using a
12AX7 in push-pull
configuration
¾ 16 classic amp models
¾ 10 accurate cabinet models
¾ 10 accurate pedal models
¾ 11 modulation, delay and
reverb models
¾ Up to 4 kinds of effects can
be used simultaneously in
addition to the Amp and
Cabinet models
¾ Knob interface for quick and
easy operation
¾ 96 Program locations
¾ Digital out (S/P DIF)
¾ Sounds can be stored and/or
edited into a PC through MIDI
IN/OUT
¾ Editor & librarian provided
¾ VOX BUS for connecting the
VC-4 or VC-12 foot
controllers
¾ Built-in Auto tuner with
calibration
¾ Reverse LCD with backlight
¾ Rugged surface parts and
metal body
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1. If connecting headphones or powered monitors, select “LINE” with the LINE/AMP switch on the rear panel.
Select “AMP” if connecting to a guitar amplifier.
2. After making audio and AC connections, connect your guitar to the INPUT jack on the front panel. If using
headphones, connect to the headphone jack on the front panel. On the rear panel, lower the MASTER level
and turn on the power by pressing the power switch. Raise the levels to adjust the volume.
3. Tune up! Press the TUNER button and the auto chromatic tuner will be active - play a note and watch the
meter to tune your guitar. To Exit, press the TUNER button again and you’ll return to the previous mode.
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1. Simultaneously hold down the UP/DOWN BANK buttons and the TUNER/CANCEL button. Press the STANDBY
button to turn on the power. The display will blink and indicate “RELOAD” - release the three buttons you
were holding.

Vox Tonelab Specifications

General

Valve	12AX7
USB	No
Expression Pedal	Yes
MIDI	In/Out
Power Supply	AC Adapter

Summary

ToneLab Main Features

Valvetronix Series Modeling

Modeling sounds from the popular Valvetronix-series amps, cabinets, and effects.

VOX Valve Reactor Technology

Features a VOX Valve Reactor tube power amp circuit using a 12AX7 in a push-pull configuration.

Extensive Model Library

Includes 16 amp models, 10 cabinet models, 10 pedal models, and 11 modulation/delay/reverb models.

Simultaneous Effects and Operation

Allows up to 4 effects simultaneously with a knob interface for quick operation.

Program Storage and Connectivity

Offers 96 program locations, digital out (S/P DIF), and PC editing via MIDI.

Built-in Tuner and Controls

Features a built-in auto tuner, calibration, and VOX BUS for foot controllers.

Audio Connections and Tuning

LINE/AMP Switch Operation

Select 'LINE' for headphones/monitors or 'AMP' for guitar amplifiers.

Initial Setup and Volume Adjustment

Connect guitar, headphones, power on, and adjust MASTER level for volume.

Using the Auto Chromatic Tuner

Press TUNER button to activate; play a note and watch the meter to tune your guitar.

Restoring Factory Preset Programs

Initiating Factory Program Reload

Hold BANK UP/DOWN and TUNER/CANCEL, press STANDBY to start 'RELOAD'.

Program Overwrite Warning

Operation overwrites all factory and user programs; press TUNER/CANCEL to abort.

Completing Factory Data Restore

Press WRITE/ENTER to begin 'LOADING'; 'COMPLETE' indicates restoration is finished.

Selecting and Listening to Programs

Navigating Banks and Channels

Use BANK UP/DOWN and Channel 1-4 buttons to select programs.

Tweak Sounds with Knobs

Use amp/effects knobs and selectors to adjust sounds after finding a desired program.

Turning Effects On/Off

Press TYPE button to turn effects on (LED lit) or off (no LED).

Setting Delay Time with TAP

Tap the TAP button at the desired tempo to set delay time; button blinks at the interval.

Bypassing Modulation Effects

Hold the TAP button for 2 seconds to bypass Modulation/Delay/Reverb effects.

Saving and Renaming Programs

Saving a Modified Program

Press WRITE, select location with BANK/CHANNEL buttons, press WRITE again.

Renaming a Program

Use UTILITY, 1/PREV/NEXT, cursor buttons, and VALUE knobs to edit and store names.