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General| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | GW50 |
| Category | Recording Equipment |
| Language | English |
Details the five basic effect blocks and their capabilities.
Covers the 248 automatic rhythm and accompaniment patterns.
Instructions on using the designated Yamaha AC adaptor to prevent damage.
Information on the internal battery for data retention and its lifespan.
Explains how to adjust effect parameters directly, like a conventional pedal.
Details on selecting and using preset effect programs.
Guidance on editing existing effect programs and creating new ones.
Detailed explanations of each effect type and its adjustable parameters.
Instructions for using the built-in chromatic guitar tuner.
Overview of MIDI interface capabilities and applications.
Details the specific functions available within each operational mode.
Highlights the GW50's versatility as a comprehensive guitar effects processor.
Explains how the backing section enhances practice sessions.
Detailed description of the controls located on the GW50's top surface.
Explains the function of the MANUAL and TUNER buttons.
Details the MEMORY mode selection and program management functions.
Explains the function of the Utility switch for CONNECT, GROUP, FOOT, MIN VOL, AUTO VOL.
Selects various control functions for the ASSIGNABLE Block.
Performs various control functions assigned to the ASSIGNABLE Block Pedal Switch.
Pedal switch functions for effect block on/off control.
Pedal switch functions for effect program and bank selection.
Pedal switch functions for pattern selection and chord recall in Pattern mode.
Pedal switch functions for song playback control.
Pedal switch functions for song recording control.
Outputs for stereo or mono connection to amplification systems.
Connects your instrument (guitar, bass, etc.) to the GW50.
Connects MIDI cables for communication with other MIDI devices.
Instructions for initial connection and power-up of the GW50.
Guide to using the demo mode to hear the GW50's capabilities.
Introduction to using the GW50's built-in effects.
Guide to selecting and experimenting with various effect programs.
Guide to selecting and playing the 248 built-in rhythm and accompaniment patterns.
Steps to select and play the demonstration songs.
Overview of the two methods for recording songs: Realtime and Step.
Comprehensive guide to Manual mode functions.
Details on selecting and managing memory effect programs.
How to choose different effect types within each block.
Methods for enabling or disabling individual effect blocks.
Steps for adjusting main and sub effect parameters.
Description of functions like CONNECT, GROUP, FOOT, MIN VOL, AUTO VOL.
How to group effects for simultaneous bypass control.
Configuration of the external foot controller for various parameters.
Using the ASSIGNABLE Block Pedal Switch for instant volume changes.
Using the ASSIGNABLE Block Pedal Switch for automatic volume swells.
Steps to save current manual settings as a memory program.
How to choose effect programs using buttons or pedal switches.
Viewing main effect parameters without editing.
Using Pedal Switches for selecting effect programs and banks.
How to use Pedal Switches for bypassing individual effects or groups.
Function to compare edited program sound and values with the original.
Steps to save edited program settings to memory.
How to revert to the original program settings from Compare mode.
Procedure for copying an effect program to a different memory location.
How to switch the program numbers of two effect programs.
Steps for assigning custom names to effect programs.
Using a footswitch for a global effect on/off bypass.
Explanation of the Compressor effect and its parameters.
Details on the five distortion effect types and their parameters.
Description of the Equalizer block's parametric EQ, Wah, and Amp Sim functions.
In-depth explanation of the Equalizer's four-band parametric controls.
Parameters for the Wah effect, including Touch, Auto, and Pedal modes.
Details on the Amp Simulator effect types and their EQ parameters.
Parameters for Chorus 1 (animated) and Chorus 2 (richer) effects.
Details on pitch shifting for left, right, and direct signals.
Explanation of the Flanger effect, including Speed, Feedback, and Depth.
Description of the Phaser effect's Speed, Feedback, and Depth parameters.
Overview of Reverb and Delay effects for adding space and depth.
Parameters for the Reverb effect, including Time, High, and Type.
Details on the Delay effect, including Time, Feedback, and Tap Delay.
Parameters for the combined Delay and Reverb effect.
Explanation of the Noise Gate effect for filtering unwanted noise.
How to select and play preset songs.
How to navigate the display elements within Song mode.
Adjusting the tempo for songs during playback.
Turning individual backing parts on or off during song playback.
Explanation of controls used to move the position indicator in the Measure/Event section.
Functions of ASSIGNABLE Block and Pedal Switches during Song mode.
Enabling song playback via guitar input.
Steps to select and start playback of rhythm patterns.
Navigating the display cursor within Pattern mode.
Instructions for specifying chords to control automatic accompaniment.
How to select different chord types for the accompaniment.
Procedure for customizing the bass note of the accompaniment.
Adjusting the tempo for selected rhythm patterns.
Turning individual backing parts on or off.
Functions related to pattern selection and playback control.
Using Pedal Switches to recall or assign chords.
Steps to assign specific chords to Pedal Switches 1-4.
Using guitar input to change the chord's root note.
How to select and play preset songs.
Navigating the display cursor within Song mode.
Adjusting the tempo for songs during playback.
Controlling backing parts muting during song playback.
How to check recorded events within a song measure.
Procedure for modifying existing recorded events in a song.
How to delete specific events or all events at a position.
Using Set-A/B for measure marking, jumping, copying, and deleting.
Steps to mark specific measures for A-B operations.
Directly navigating to marked measures within a song.
Enabling indefinite playback of a selected song section.
Recording song sections with continuous looping.
Operations for copying, deleting, and naming songs.
Procedure for assigning custom names to recorded songs.
How to reload factory preset songs if they are erased.
Basic steps for initiating and controlling realtime song recording.
Detailed guidance on recording patterns, chords, effects, and mute status.
Using Chord Recall for entering chords during realtime recording.
Recording backing part mute status changes in realtime.
Recording effect program changes during realtime.
Recording effect on/off changes during realtime.
Practical tips for improving timing and accuracy in realtime recording.
How to check recorded events within a song measure.
Procedure for modifying existing recorded events in a song.
How to delete specific events or all events at a position.
Using Set-A/B for measure marking, jumping, copying, and deleting.
Steps to mark specific measures for A-B operations.
Directly navigating to marked measures within a song.
Enabling indefinite playback of a selected song section.
Copying a specified range of measures to another location.
Removing a specified range of measures from a song.
Procedure for assigning custom names to recorded songs.
How to reload factory preset songs if they are erased.
Instructions for using the built-in tuner.
Overview of MIDI interface capabilities and applications.
Supplementary sections including error messages and troubleshooting.
Steps to save GW50 data to an external MIDI storage device.
List and explanation of potential error messages displayed by the GW50.
Solutions for common operational problems and unexpected behavior.
Technical specifications and features of the GW50.
Alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers.
Specifications for the GW50's effect types and functions.
Specifications for the backing section, including patterns and chords.
Specifications for the built-in tuner.
Troubleshooting steps when no guitar sound is produced.
Steps to resolve issues with missing or faint effect sounds.
Troubleshooting steps for overly loud or distorted sounds.
Further troubleshooting for abnormal sound issues.
Steps to take when effect parameters are not responding.
Troubleshooting issues with volume control functions.
Troubleshooting steps when backing tracks are not audible.
Resolving issues where song playback terminates prematurely.
Troubleshooting MIDI bulk data transmission and reception errors.
Specifications for the GW50's effect types and functions.
Specifications for the backing section, including patterns and chords.
Specifications for the built-in tuner.
Details on the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT ports.
List of other controls and fittings on the unit.
MIDI data transmission and reception for Effect and Backing sections.
Details on how the GW50 receives MIDI messages.
Information on transmitting and receiving bulk data via MIDI.
Demonstrates layering sounds using mute functions.
How to customize accompaniment by changing mute status.
Techniques for breaking up sustained sounds using mute and dummy chord events.
Steps to create custom bass lines by entering different bass notes.
How to add rhythmic accents using retrigger or chord events.
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