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2e) Parameter Data Sections - Immediately below the Information line are four parameter data sections. They correspond withthe <1> through <

15) Utility Button - Exits current mode and enters Utilities mode. 16) Bypass Button - Bypasses the 2120 VGS Preamp and Effects17-23) FX Library Butt

The Rear Panel1) AC Line Input - Connect the supplied power cord here.2) MIDI In - The MIDI In port allows the 2120 VGS to respond to incoming MIDI me

Inside the Guitar PreampThe 2120 VGS offers world famous DigiTech Preamp tones that have become an absolute necessity in the Recording Studio or on St

Digital EffectsWhen it comes to digital multi effects, Digitech’s reputation is second to none. We’ve been perfecting this art form for almost twenty

Module TypesEach effect in the digital FX section is contained in separate effect blocks referred to as “Modules”. There are three basic types of FX M

Basic Specifications1 Input and 2 Outputs Balanced (TRS)With the 2120 VGS, the input and output are set up in a mono input and stereo or mono output c

2120 FC CompatibilityThe 2120 VGS is an ideal stand alone multi effects processor, but to out-do ourselves, we have made the 2120 VGS compatible to us

Section -2 Setting UpMaking ConnectionsBecause of its flexibility, your 2120 VGS can be connected in several different ways to meet the requirements

2120 VGS into a Pair of Combo AmpsUsing a set-up similar to the one shown above will give you the chance to optimize the potential of both the 2120 VG

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2120 VGS Running Direct with the Programmable Cabinet EmulatorTo use the Programmable Speaker Cabinet Emulator, simply enter the Edit mode of the sele

Getting Around In the Operating SystemThe menu structure of your 2120 VGS was specifically designed to be easy to use. The display shows the informat

levels menu, then you make the adjustments until your ears and level indicators are happy. Assign ModeAssign mode is used for linking programs and par

EQ and Mix AdjustmentsAdjusting the global EQ is as easy as grabbing the knob and turning it. The <1> knob controls the level of the bass freque

Using the TunerWhen using the Tuner of the 2120 VGS, it can be accessed one of two ways. Either by pressing the <Tuner> button on the front pane

Section - 3 Editing ProgramsSelecting A ProgramWhen you first turn on your 2120 VGS, it boots up in Program mode and the display will appear something

Storing/Naming ProgramsBefore we get into editing programs and creating your own, let’s learn how to store changes so you won’t lose any modifications

Storing the Program• When you have the name how you want it, press the <Store> button again. The top line of the display reads:Store To: [Progra

Editing a ProgramIt is extremely easy to create custom Effect programs because your 2120 VGS gives you access to a complete library of professionally

Example:There are 7 Stereo Pitch Shifter defaults to choose from. Some Factory programs use these Default settings. So, if you like the Pitchshifter t

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Comparing ChangesDuring the course of editing programs, you may find that you want to compare the edited version of the program to the original, store

Naming the Default1. Using the <Program/Effect> wheel, change the character to the one you want in the selected position.2. When the correct c

Editing a ModuleYour 2120 VGS comes loaded with a vast menu of Factory Effect Defaults for your use. In any given situation, however, you may want to

Section - 4 Effects and ParametersDigital Effect Module Size and TypeWith all of the work that these digital effect modules do for your sound, they ha

Default ListThe Following list contains the names of all of the Effect Defaults in the 2120 VGS Artist.Noise GateChorusesPhasers•Low Thresh•Med Thresh

Effects LibraryThe following pages offers a complete list of all Preamp and Digital effects available in the 2120 VGS. Each of the preamp effect modul

Pre Amp EffectsCompressionCompression is an invaluable tool in the effect world. It can make or break any recording session or live performance. Compr

Rhythm tones, Saturated Tube- Heavily saturated tube amplifier voicingDistortion Gain Controls the amount of gain being used in the selected distortio

Release Determines how quickly the the gate closes after the signal falls below the Threshold. Ranges from: 1 to 10.Global/Local EQ and MixThe Global/

5) Gated Reverbs - A very linear, high energy reverb that can be set to decay, stay flat, or ramp up the reverb decay,creating many unique ambient eff

Quick StartFor those of you who prefer to burn now and read later, we've included this Quick Start section to get you up and running.Connect Cabl

Type Selects the reverb type. Each room type has a different decay range (just as real rooms do), so changing TYPEalso changes the decay time of the r

and Reflection controls but has been simplified here for easier use. To simulate a large room, use longer DECAYsettings. For small rooms, use shorter

The Dual Chorus creates two different pitch “voices”, while the Octal Chorus creates eight voices for extremely full, rich sounds.Figure 4-1 Modulatio

waveform is very popular for slow, shallow chorus settings, while the sine waveform works nicely for faster, deeper settings. WHEN DO I USE CHORUS? Th

FlangerA Flanger is just a chorus that loops back into itself, causing what can be described as a tubular sound (since it sounds much like the reflect

FX: Lvl Controls the signal input level fed to the module. Ranges from Off to 100%.Dry: Lvl Controls the level of the dry (uneffected) signal. Ranges

Acceleration: H - R Sets the amount of time that the Rotor and Horn take to come up to their full rotating speed. Ranges from 0 to10 seconds.Tremolo a

Pitch ShiftersThe pitch shifter allows you to move sound from one pitch to another. It accomplishes this by recording a small part of the original sou

Out E - H Adjusts the overall level of pitch-shifted voice E through H. Ranges from Off to 100%.Pan E - H Controls the placement of pitch-shifted voic

Spread Controls the width of the effect’s stereo imaging. The higher the setting, the wider the image. The lower thesetting, the more monophonic the e

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Out Adjusts the overall level of the Delay. Ranges from Off to 100%.Pan Controls the stereo soundfield placement of the delay. Ranges from -99 (all le

Freq Controls the amount of boost / cut applied to the selected frequency. The GEQ 8 uses 1-1/3 octave ISOstandard frequency centers, (Hz) while the

Multi-Effects ModulesThe 2120 VGS Multi Effect Modules allow the User to combine either Delay and Chorus or Delay and Flange within one Effect module

to 100%.Balance This parameter allows you to pan the Dry signal either to the Right or the Left in the stereo soundfield. Rangesfrom Left 99 to Right

Section - 5 The 2120 FC Foot ControllerConnecting the 2120 FC Foot ControllerConnect Cables: Make sure the power is off before connecting or disconnec

• Bank Down/ (Hold) Bypass Switch - This switch lets you move down through the Bank menu and select Banks simply pressingthe footswitch once. Success

begin their power-up initialization sequences. When initialization is complete, the 2120 FC’s display will show the number andname of the currently s

• Patch Assignment • Continuous Control The 2120 includes several shortcuts for programming your 2120 FC:Assigning Programs to FootswitchesTo assign a

To assign any currently selected Parameter to a footswitch or Expression pedal in thecurrently selected bank, do the following:1. Be sure that the Pa

Assigning CC Transmit ToggleThe procedure for setting up the CC Transmit Toggle function is as follows:1. Press the <Utilities> button once. Th

Section 4 - Effects and ParametersDigital Effect Size and Type...27Default List...

Assigning MIDI Control to the Expression PedalsThis series of menus and submenus allows MIDI setup of the Expression pedal(s) of the Control One. Ther

However, if you plan to use the 2120 FC for continuous control over other MIDI devices (either in conjunction with the 2120 VGS or bythemselves), you

Naming BanksThe 2120 has 19 user Banks to choose from when used with the 2120 FC foot controller. Each of the banks has been given a specific named t

Section - 6 Advanced TopicsAssigning ModifiersModifiers are unique tools that can be used to dramatically alter your sound based on information from s

expression pedal. Once the External Expression pedal is connected, the assignment procedure to be followed is listed below.Linking a Parameter to a Mo

Setting up an LFOTo set up an LFO that is linked to an effect parameter, the procedure is as follows:1. Enter Assign mode by pressing the <Assign&

7. Use the <Page> knob to scroll to the next Dynamic modifier page.8. Use the <1> knob to select which of the two Dynamic modifiers you

4. Now turn the <1> knob to make the Preamp active for morphing assignment or if the Volume pedal is to be used and is selected at thispoint. On

MIDI FunctionsIn this day and age where the role of the Guitarist has taken on so many new responsibilities, his or her equipment has to be fast, and

1. Press the <Utility> button ,and Scroll to Page 4 of the Utility Menu using the <Page> knob. The display appears something likethis:2. U

Section-1 IntroductionCongratulations... you are now the proud owner of a Digitech 2120 VGS Artist Guitar Preamp/Processor. The 2120 VGS Artist Dua

This setup frees up your regular MIDI channels for other control options, and gives you the flexibility to request SysEx data from only thedevices you

2. Using the <2> knob, select the Effect module whose Default you want to dump.3. Use the <4> knob to select the User Default you want to

Other Utility FunctionsThese are the extra Utility functions included in the 2120 VGS that make your programming life a little easier.Factory ResetAll

2. Using the <4> knob, you can turn the Cabinet Emulator to either Local On or Global On mode, or Global Off.Global vs. Local EQ & Wet/Dry M

Section - 7 Appendix2120 VGS Factory Program ListBank 1 Artist 11- Satch 1 (Joe Satriani) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cfg-12- Satch 2 (Jo

Bank 17 Jazz/Fusion81- Hit-Me-Hard Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cfg-282- Ducked Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Effect Configuration ChartL/R OUTSGATE4L/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSGATEL/R OUTSGAT

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2120 VGS SpecificationsA/D Converter: 20 bit, 64 x oversampled delta-sigma stereoD/A Converter: 20 bit 64 x oversampledSampling Frequency: 44.1 kHzFre

MIDI Implementation ChartDefaultMessagesAlteredBasic ChannelDefaultChannelXXXXX N/AX N/A 0 0-127True VoiceNoteNumberModeVelocity Note ONNote OFFFuncti

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A Quick Tour of the 2120 VGS ArtistThe Front Panel1) Output Level Knob - Controls the overall output level of the 2120 VGS.2) Display - This large cus