Control via MIDI.... 48

Connecting a MIDI Device or Computer...48 Setting the MIDI Channel (GLOBAL MIDI CH)..49 Program Change (GLOBAL PCHG OUT)...49 Control Change (GLOBAL CCHG I/O)...49 Parameter Change (GLOBAL SYEX OUT)..50 Backing up and Restoring Program Data (GLOBAL DUMP CUR, DUMP ALL)...51 Backing Up....51 Restoring....52
Restoring the Factory Preset Programs... 53 Troubleshooting... 54
Specifications... 56 Appendix.... 57

Effect parameters....57

Index.... 59

WELCOME ABOARD!

What is
(Resonant structure and Electronic circuit Modeling System) is KORGs proprietary sound modeling technology which precisely reproduces the complex character and nature of both acoustic and electric instruments as well as electronic circuits in real world environments. emulates a wide variety of sound generation characteristics including instrument bodies, speakers & cabinets, acoustic elds, microphones, vacuum tubes, transistors, etc. 72 different modeling effect variations are built-in, and you can use up to seven different effects simultaneously (including noise reduction). You can also use insert effects at the same time. Use the effect model select knobs to instantly change your selection for each of the ve effect categories (pre-effect, drive/amp, modulation, delay, reverb). You can connect your own external effect device(s) as an insert effect. A sound you create using the AX3000Gs modeling effects (including the on/off status of an external effect) can be saved as a program. Internal memory can hold 96 of your own original programs, and 32 preset programs are provided. Theres also an Individual Mode that lets you use the foot switches to individually turn each effect on/off. You can assign the expression pedal to control a variety of effect parameters, as well as using it as a wah pedal or volume pedal a great feature for live performances. Theres a Quick Assign function that makes it easy to assign parameters to the expression pedal.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Factory settings

MIDI/DIGITAL

Pedals

Effect Type
Detailed and powerful modeling sounds delivered by Korgs REMS modeling technology.

MAIN FEATURES

Creating and Storing
To maximize your chances of enjoying a long and toneful relationship with your AX3000G, please read this manual at least once, and (as they say), use the product as directed. Keep the manual for future reference after youve read it; youll want to re-read it later at some point to pick up cool tips you may have missed the rst time around.

Playing

any thanks for adding the TONEWORKS Modeling Signal Processor AX3000G to your sonic arsenal. Whether youre playing live or recording in the studio, were sure itll give you countless hours of great guitar tones that will feel as good as they sound!

Panel Tour

Introduction
The AX3000G features an Expression Step Sequencer (abbreviated as ESS in this manual) that provides step control of a variety of effect parameters, giving you new possibilities of sounds that were unavailable until now. The delayed sound can be maintained when you switch between programs that have the same delay type and TIME parameter settings. (The HOLD function of HOLD DELAY or the FREEZ function of the FREEZ effect assigned to the control switch will be cancelled at this time.) Reverb can also be maintained when you switch between programs of the same reverb type. The AX3000G provides a control switch that allows you to do things like set the delay time via TAP TEMPO, switch insert effects on/off, or switch the speed of a rotary speaker. again, must-have features for live performance. An Auto Chromatic Tuner with a highly-visible LED indicator is built-in, letting you tune while bypassed or muted. AUX IN jacks let you play along with the playback from a connected audio device. S/P DIF optical output jack and MIDI IN/OUT jacks provide great potential for recording and expansion. You can use the AX3000G Sound Editor editor/librarian software to visually edit the AX3000Gs numerous parameters, and to save programs. Contact a Korg service center for details on how to obtain this software and about its operating requirements. You can download the software from the following website. *http://www.korg.co.jp
Here were going to learn about the buttons and other controls on the AX3000Gs top and rear panel.

FRONT PANEL

1.1 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.3
1.1 Effect Category buttons Use these buttons to select the effect category you want to edit using value knobs 15, or to switch individual effects on/off. The button for an effect will be lit if that effect is on, blinking while that effect is being edited, or dark if that effect is turned off.

1 EFFECT EDIT SECTION

A Guitarists Guided Panel Tour
When you press a button, its LED will blink; now you can use value knobs 15 to edit the effect parameters of that category. If you want to turn off an effect that is currently on, press the effect category button for that effect (it will blink), and then press the button again to turn the effect off (the LED will go dark); the display will indicate --OFF--.

8.1 ESS/Pedal indicator/Tuner display When youre using ESS, this indicates the total number of steps (LED: green) and the current step (LED: red). When youre using the expression pedal, this indicates the current position of the pedal (LED: red). When the Tuner is operating, this functions as a tuning meter (LED: red or green).
7.1 CONTROL switch This switch controls an effect. For each program, you can assign what effect parameter this switch will control. For details, refer to Control switch settings on p.43.

REAR PANEL

POWER SUPPLY
DC9V Connect the included AC adapter here.

10 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS

10.1 INPUT jack Connect your guitar to this jack. 10.2 AUX IN jack (stereo mini) Connect the analog output of your audio device here.
NOTE: This convenient input jack lets you connect your CD/MP3 player or other audio device and play your guitar along with a favorite song. Use the output volume of your audio device to adjust the playback volume.
10.3 INSERT jacks (SEND, RETURN) You can connect external effect processors or stompboxes to these jacks.
Connect SEND to the input of your external effect device. Connect RETURN to the output of your external effect device.
10.4 OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) These are analog output jacks (balanced/unbalanced TRS). If youre using a mono output, use the L/MONO jack. 10.5 LEVEL knob Adjusts the output level from the OUTPUT jacks and the PHONE jack. 10.6 PHONE jack (stereo mini) Connect your headphones to this jack.

11 MIDI

Playing Index Appendix Spec. Troubleshooting Factory settings MIDI/DIGITAL ESS Pedals Effect Type Tuner Creating and Storing
11.1 MIDI OUT jack This jack transmits MIDI data. Use it when you want to control a connected external MIDI device from your AX3000G. 11.2 MIDI IN jack This jack receives MIDI data. Use it when you want to control your AX3000G from a connected external MIDI device.

12 S/P DIF OUT

12.1 S/P DIF OUT jack This is an optical digital jack for S/P DIF output.
NOTE: You must turn off the power of all your equipment before you make connections. If you ignore this warning, you may damage your guitar amp or speaker system, and may experience malfunctions!

OUTPUT SETTINGS

OUTPUT SELECT FUNCTION
Heres where to specify whether youre connecting your AX3000G to a guitar amp or to a mixer/recorder. If youre connecting the output from a guitar amp model to the input jack of your guitar amp, you must make this setting so that the necessary compensation can be applied. The TUBE OD, BOUTIQUE OD, FAT DIST, ORANGE DIST, METAL DIST, SHRED DIST, FUZZ, and OCTAFUZZ drive models are not affected by this setting, since they dont require compensation. Likewise, this setting is not used if the drive/amp model is turned off. 1. Press the AMP/LINE button. 2. Use Value knob 1 or the / buttons to select the connection destination. AP1: Choose this setting if youre connected to a clean-sounding amp such as an open-backed US-manufactured combo amp. AP2: Choose this setting if youre connected to an amp with a distinctivesounding mid-range such as a UK-manufactured open-back combo amp. AP3: Choose this setting if youre connected to a stack with a closed-back 4 x 12 cabinet(s). Ln: Choose this setting if youre using the line output (including S/P DIF OUT), connecting directly to a recorder or to the power amp input of your guitar amp.

If you select AP1, AP2, or AP3, the LCD display will show the to AMP portion of the OUTPUT icon. If you select Ln, the display will indicate to LINE.
NOTE: The amps mentioned above are general examples. The best setting may differ depending on the type of amp youre using, and how it is set.

BASIC CONNECTIONS

1. Use audio cables to connect the AX3000Gs OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks to a mixer/recorder or guitar amp (p.14). If desired, you can also connect an external effect processor. To do this simply connect SEND to the input of your external processor, and RETURN to the output of your external processor.
NOTE: If youre making connections in mono, use the OUTPUT L/MONO jack. However to take full advantage of your AX3000G, we strongly recommend that you use stereo connections.
2. Turn the LEVEL knob located on the rear panel of AX3000G all the way toward the left (as seen from the rear), setting the volume to 0. 3. Plug your guitar into the rear panel INPUT jack. 4. Connect the included AC adapter to the rear panel DC9V power supply jack, and then connect the plug to an AC outlet. 5. To adjust the volume, turn up your amp or mixer and the AX3000Gs rear panel LEVEL knob to a desired level.
NOTE: Use the GLOBAL menu setting DOUT LVL to adjust the S/P DIF OUT output level.
External effect processor
to your mixer/recorder or guitar amp LINE/AMP Headphones

Guitar

RETURN

OUTPUT L/MONO

PHONES

AX3000G

EXAMPLE OF CONNECTION TO A GUITAR AMP (OR AMPS)
MIDI/DIGITAL Index Appendix Spec.

Guitar amp(s)

If you want to connect the AX3000G to your guitar amps, connect the OUTPUT L/MONO and R jacks to the inputs of your amps. Be sure to select the appropriate connection (p.12).
HINT: If youre connecting the AX3000G directly before your combo amp or head, set the rear panel LEVEL knob to the maximum position.

Monaural phone jack

INPUT Monaural phone jack
Monaural phone jack INPUT
to your MIDI sequencer/computer
NOTE: If you want to use headphones, plug them into the PHONES jack. If you do, signal from the OUTPUT jack(s) will no longer be heard.
EXAMPLE OF CONNECTIONS TO A MIXER OR RECORDER
When using the AX3000G for direct-line recording, connect the OUTPUT L/ MONO and R jacks to the input jacks of your mixer or recorder. Be sure to select the appropriate connection (p.12).
HINT: If youre using a stereo connection, pan the input channels of your mixer/ recorder hard left and right respectively.
Guitar Monaural phone jack
OUTPUT L/MONO LINE IN 1 PAN L

HINT: If youve recalibrated the tuner, remember that the setting will be automatically reset to 440 Hz the next time you turn your AX3000G on.
Explanations of the Effect Types
his section explains the AX3000Gs sixteen drive/amp models and eleven pre-effects, cabinet models, modulation, delay, and reverb effects.

A. DRIVE/AMP MODELS

The drive/amp model you select here will change the character of the tone controls and their placement within the circuitry, producing the response thats unique to each model. This choice also selects an appropriate cabinet model. * : This indicates a parameter that you can control from the expression pedal.

DRIVE MODELS 1. TUBE OD

This models an overdrive pedal housed in a garish, seasick green box, that is considered an all-time classic due to the wonderfully warm tones it produces.

2. BOUTIQUE OD (BTQ OD)

This models an overdrive unit named after a half-human half-horse creature appearing in Greek fables.

3. FAT DIST

This models a pedal named after one of the most disliked rodents to ever walk the planet! The result is a smooth distortion rich in harmonics.

4. ORANGE DIST (OR DIST)

This models a classic distortion unit manufactured in Japan and packaged in an orange box.

5. METAL DIST (METAL DS)

This models a distortion unit thats ideal for metal.
This distortion resembles the sound produced by a large amp stack.
Retro, rude n raw. the name says it all.

8. OCTAFUZZ

This models a legendary fuzz unit that adds a pitch one octave above the original. To get the best results, use your neck pickup and play above the 12th fret.

REVERB

7. FUZZ

6. SHRED DIST (SHRED DS)

MODULATION PRE EFFECT

CABINET

DRIVE/AMP
AMP MODELS 9. BOUTIQUE CL (BTQ CL)
This models the Clean channel of a very expensive custom-order amp.
10. BLACK 2X12 (BLK 2X12)
This models a dual channel black-faced 2x12 combo amp thats considered a must-have by country and blues players.

11. AC15

This is modelled from Channel 2 of an amazing sounding 1962 VOX AC15, which is part of our vast amp collection.

12. AC30TB

This amp model produces clean sounds that are rich and jangly with a smooth yet detailed top end, and overdrives that have a glorious, throaty bark just like those classic, Class A tones that have made the original a must have in any serious players amp collection.

13. UK68P

This models the High Treble channel of a 1968 UK-manufactured 50-watt amp with a plexiglass front and four inputs.

14. UK 80S

This models a UK-made 100-watt single-channel head with master volume, manufactured in 1983.

15. UK MODERN (UK MODRN)

This models the high-gain channel of a modern 100-watt amp.

16. US MODERN (US MODRN)

This models the high-gain channel of a 100-watt high-gain, metal-plated beast of an amp made in California. [1] GAIN 1.010.0 (Drive model) * Adjusts the gain. 0.010.0 (Amp model) [2] VOLUME 0.010.0 * Adjusts the volume. [3] TREBLE 0.010.0 * Adjusts the high-frequency tone. [4] MIDDLE 0.010.0 Adjusts the mid-frequency tone. [5] BASS 0.010.0 Adjusts the low-frequency tone.
NOTE: For the TUBE OD, BOUTIQUE OD, FAT DIST, ORANGE DIST, FUZZ, and OCTAFUZZ drive models, value knob 3 is shown in the LCD display as TONE. Also, MIDDLE (value knob 4) and BASS (value knob 5) are not used.

B. CABINET MODELS

The cabinet models are associated with the drive/amp models. They will have an effect only if the drive/amp model is turned on. When you change the type of drive/amp model, an appropriate cabinet model is selected automatically. You can change the cabinet model by pressing the CABINET button and turning value knob 1. If you dont want to use a cabinet model (for example if youve connected the AX3000G to a guitar amp), press the CABINET button twice to turn it off. When you do so, the cabinet icon will disappear from the LCD display.

1. TWEED 1X8 (TWD 1X8)

The 8-inch Alnico speaker in this cabinet model is built into an open-backed cabinet featuring a simple amp with a single 6V6 output valve.

2. TWEED 1X12 (TWD 1X12)

This model uses a single 12-inch speaker with an Alnico magnet in an open-backed cabinet, and is made in the USA by a revered name in vintage loudspeakers.
Tuner REVERB DELAY MODULATION PRE EFFECT CABINET DRIVE/AMP Effect Type

3. TWEED 4X10 (TWD 4X10)

Originally designed for bass guitar, this is an open-backed speaker cabinet using Alnico speakers, and is suitable for many different styles of rock.

4. BLACK 2X10 (BLK 2X10)

Two US-made ceramic-magnet speakers in an open-backed cabinet, a great choice for blues, jazz, or country.

5. BLACK 2X12 (BLK 2X12)

This models an open-backed cabinet containing ceramic-magnetic speakers that accompanied the amp on which the BLACK 2x12 amp model is based, used widely for country or blues.

* Adjusts the amount of resonance for CHORUS 1/2. Species the connection and LFO for CHORUS 1/2. S: CHORUS 1/2 are connected in series. P1: CHORUS 1/2 are connected in parallel. P2: CHORUS 1/2 are connected in parallel, and their LFOs are synchronized. P3: CHORUS 1/2 are connected in parallel, and their LFOs are synchronized in opposite phase (Stereo mode).
P2: PHASER 1/2 are connected in parallel, and their LFOs are synchronized (Stereo mode). P3: PHASER 1/2 are connected in parallel, and their LFOs are synchronized in opposite phase (Stereo mode).

6. TEXTREM

This models the popular tremolo circuit thats built into the BLACK 2x12 model. The SPREAD setting lets you produce a panning effect that spreads to left and right.

[1] [2] [4] [5]

DEPTH SPEED SPREAD LEVEL
0.010.0 1.010.0[Hz] 0.010.0 1.010.0
* Adjusts the tremolo depth. * Adjusts the tremolo speed. Adjusts the left/right spaciousness. * Compensates the output level.

7. ROTARY

This models a stereo rotary speaker. When you adjust the speed, it will take a certain amount of time for the specied speed to be reached just like on an actual rotary speaker. This is because it takes several seconds for the motor that creates the rotation to accelerate or decelerate. [1] DEPTH 0.010.0 [2] SPEED 1 0.110.0[Hz] * Adjusts the modulation depth. * Adjusts the rotational speed of the speaker. If you assign ROT SPD to the CONTROL switch, this will be the SLOW speed. This knob is effective even if youre not using the CONTROL switch. (p.43 Control switch settings) * Adjusts the rotational speed of the speaker. If you assign ROT SPD to the CONTROL switch, this will be the FAST speed. This knob will not function if youre not using the CONTROL switch. (p.43 Control switch settings) * Adjusts the time it takes for the rotational speed to change. With higher settings, the change will take more time. If you select ROT SPD as the CONTROL switch setting, the rotation speed will alternate between SLOW/FAST (SPEED 1/ SPEED 2) each time you press the CONTROL switch. This lets you control the effect just as on an actual rotary speaker. (p.43 Control switch settings)

[4] SPEED 2 0.110.0[Hz]

[5] ACCEL

1.010.0

CONTROL switch ROT SPD

8. PITCH SHIFTER (PITCH)

This is a pitch shifter with a range of two octaves up or down, rivaling sophisticated rack-mounted signal processors. [1] PITCH 24+24 [2] FINE 50+50 [3] TRACKING10150 [ms] * Adjusts the pitch in semitone steps. * Adjusts the pitch in one-cent units. Adjusts the tracking of the pitch shifter (i.e., how closely it will follow). Shorter settings are effective if the PITCH setting is close to 0, and longer settings are effective if the PITCH setting is close to +/24. While listening to the pitch-shifted sound, adjust this so that playing is easier. * Adjusts the level of the direct sound. * Adjusts the level of the effect.

EXPRESSION TARGET QUICK ASSIGN
Heres a very easy and convenient way to set the expression target. As an example, use the MODULATION selector to choose PITCH SHIFTER. So that the effect will be easy to hear, well initialize the PITCH SHIFTER. If PITCH SHIFTER is already selected, turn the selector to choose a different effect, and then re-select PITCH SHIFTER. When youre editing PITCH SHIFTER, turn value knob 1 or use the / buttons to make the name display show PITCH; the icon will appear. If in this state you press and hold (for one second) the EXP/CTL button, the name display will indicate COMPLETE. The PITCH parameter has now been assigned to the expression pedal, letting you control the amount of PITCH SHIFT. At this time, the icon will appear in the LCD display. If you want to make more detailed settings, you can press the EXP/CTL button and set the minimum value (EXP MIN, value knob 2) and maximum value (EXP MAX, value knob 3) of the target range.
NOTE: If you change the effect type of a parameter that is assigned to the expression target (i.e., to be controlled by the expression pedal), the target will be initialized to a setting of --OFF--. (However, D/INPUT, R/INPUT are exceptions.) HINT: If youve selected VOX WAH as the pre-effect type, P/MANUAL (wah position) is automatically assigned to the expression pedal. In this case if you change the pre-effect back to another type without performing any other operation, the Target, Min, and Max settings will automatically revert to their previous state. However if a pre-effect parameter was the target, it will be set to --OFF-- rather than revert to its previous state.
SETTING THE EXPRESSION TARGET
Here are the items you can set. When youve pressed the EXP/CTL button to make it blink, youll be able to set the following items by turning value knobs 13.
*/######: EXP expression target (value display indicates EP) EXP MIN: EXP (expression pedal) target range (minimum value) EXP MAX: EXP (expression pedal) target range (maximum value) Value knob 1 Value knob 2 Value knob 3
Using the same example we described earlier when explaining Quick Assign, heres how to assign the expression pedal to control the PITCH parameter of the PITCH SHIFTER modulation effect. 1. Use the MODULATION selector to select PITCH SHIFTER. So that the effect will be easy to hear, well initialize the PITCH SHIFTER. If PITCH SHIFTER is already selected, turn the selector to choose a different effect, and then reselect PITCH SHIFTER.
NOTE: If you change the effect type of a parameter that is assigned to the expression target, the target will be initialized to a setting of --OFF--. (However, D/ INPUT, R/INPUT are exceptions.) HINT: If youve set the Pre-effect type to VOX WAH, the P/MANUAL (wah position) will automatically be assigned to expression. If you then set the Pre-effect to a different type without making any further settings, the target setting will also automatically return to the former setting.

NOTE: If you are still unable to adjust the sensitivity after repeated attempts, it is possible that the AX3000G has malfunctioned. Please contact a nearby dealer.
ESS Expression pedal Target parameter
The AX3000Gs ESS function operates between the expression pedal and the target parameter you specify. When you activate ESS, the sequencer will control the target parameter that you specied for the expression pedal, and the expression pedal will control the ESS.

ESS PARAMETERS

[1] SPEED
PEdL, 0.5100 Adjusts the speed of the sequencer. Higher values produce faster speeds. If you select PEdL, youll be able to use the pedal position to switch steps. [2] SMOOTH 0.010.0 Species the smoothness of the steps. Lower values will cause the parameter to change abruptly, and higher values will make the parameter change smoothly. [3] STEPMODE 2-F, 3-F,,,2-A,,,2-A.,,,2-r,,,2-F1,,,2-A1,,,2-A.1,,,8-A.1 (LAST STEP-MODE) Indicates the number of steps and what will happen after the last step. The STEPMODE indication in the format *-#(1) has the following signicance: * means the number of the last step, # indicates the mode, and 1 indicates one-shot. <Examples> 4-F (4 step forward) Repeatedly advance from step 1 to step 4. (12341234. etc.) 4-A (4 step alternate) Repeatedly advance from step 1 to step 4 and then back to step 1. (1234321234321. etc.) 4-A. (4 step alternate 2) Repeatedly advance from step 1 to step 4 and then back to step 1. (123443211234. etc.) 4-r (4 step random) Randomly select a step 1 through 4. (241324122. etc.) 4-F1 (4 step forward,1-shot) Advance from step 1 to step 4, and then stop. (1234)
SS (Expression Step Sequencer) controls a variety of effect parameters in a stepwise fashion, letting you control your sound in completely new ways. For example, you can use the step sequencer to control the SPEED parameter of a modulation effect to create complex modulation that would not have been possible until now. You can control the MANUAL parameter of the VOX WAH or FILTRON effects to produce stepped-wah sounds, or control the PITCH of the PITCH SHIFTER effect to create arpeggio-like effects.
Using ESS to control a parameter
4-A1 (4 step alternate, 1-shot) 4-A.1 (4 step alternate 2, 1-shot)
Advance from step 1 to step 4, then back to step 1 and stop. (1234321) Advance from step 1 to step 4, then back to step 1 and stop. (12344321)
HINT: In the ESS display, a corresponding number of LEDs 18 will light green to indicate the last step you specify here. NOTE: If you selected a 1 shot mode (*-#1), the parameter will return to the value specied by the setting of the effect when the steps have been completed.

[4], [5] STEP

Use value knob 4 to specify the step that you want to edit, and use value knob 5 to specify the value at that step.
HINT: When setting the STEP, you can use the / buttons to move through steps 18, and the / buttons to edit the value at each step.

ESS Index Appendix Spec. Troubleshooting Factory settings MIDI/DIGITAL
When youve nished making settings, save (write) the program. To specify the MIN and MAX settings of the sequence speed controlled by the expression pedal, activate ESS and press the EXP/CTL button; then use MINSPEED (value knob 2) and MAX SPEED (value knob 3) to specify the minimum and maximum settings.
8. As appropriate for the SPEED setting, adjust the SMOOTH setting (value knob 2) to specify how smoothly the steps change.

Control via MIDI

IDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, and is a world-wide standard for exchanging various types of musical data between electronic musical instruments and computers. When MIDI cables are used to connect two or more MIDI devices, performance data can be exchanged between the devices, even if they were made by different manufacturers.
The AX3000G can use MIDI to communicate in the following ways with another MIDI device. You can: Operate the AX3000G to switch programs on an external MIDI device, or switch the AX3000Gs programs from an external MIDI device. Program change Operate a connected optional foot controller to control an external MIDI device, or use an external MIDI device to control the AX3000Gs volume or effects. Control change Use the Sound Editor to edit parameters. Parameter change Backup (save) and restore (load) the AX3000G program data. Backing up and restoring program data
NOTE: In order to do the above things, you need to use a MIDI cable to connect the AX3000G and your external MIDI device, and set the MIDI channels appropriately. Connecting a MIDI device or computer, Setting the MIDI channel NOTE: If your external MIDI device does not recognize certain types of MIDI messages, those messages cannot be used for control. Check the MIDI implementation chart of the AX3000G and of your external MIDI device.
CONNECTING A MIDI DEVICE OR COMPUTER
If you want to control an external MIDI device from the AX3000G, connect a MIDI cable from the AX3000Gs MIDI OUT jack to the MIDI IN jack of your external MIDI device. If you want to control the AX3000G from a MIDI sequencer or other external MIDI device, connect a MIDI cable from your external MIDI devices MIDI OUT jack to the AX3000Gs MIDI IN jack. When you connect the AX3000G to a MIDI sequencer or sound editor, data will normally be sent in both directions, so you will need to connect MIDI cables from the AX3000Gs MIDI OUT jack to the external MIDI devices MIDI IN jack and then from the devices MIDI OUT jack to AX3000Gs MIDI IN jack.

4. Simultaneously press both / buttons to access the screen where you can set control numbers individually. Use the / buttons to select each controller. The controllers will be selected in the following order. EXP PDL CTL PDL PRE FX D/AMP FX MOD FX DELAY FX REVRB FX Expression pedal control Control switch (pedal) on/off PRE FX effect on/off DRIVE/AMP effect on/off MODULATION effect on/off DELAY effect on/off REVERB effect on/off
5. For each controller, specify whether the AX3000G will transmit and receive control change messages. If you want the AX3000G to transmit and receive messages for a controller, specify the control change number. Select a controller, and use value knob 1 or the / buttons to make the desired setting. OFF: Control change messages will not be transmitted or received. CC00CC95: When you operate a controller, messages of the specied control change number 0095 will be transmitted. Similarly, the AX3000G will be controlled when it receives messages of the same control change number from an external MIDI device. 6. To return to the screen where you specify transmit or receive for all control change messages, press both / buttons simultaneously.
PARAMETER CHANGE (GLOBAL SYEX OUT)
When you operate the AX3000Gs knobs or buttons to edit the value of a parameter, system exclusive such as parameter changes are transmitted. If you want the AX3000Gs parameters to be transmitted to an external device, turn the SYEX OUT setting On. Normally, you will turn SYEX OUT on when using the Sound Editor. This setting species whether the AX3000G will transmit parameter changes. 1. Press the GLOBAL button. 2. Press the / buttons to make the name display read SYEX OUT.
OFF: Parameter change messages will not be transmitted. On: Parameter change messages will be transmitted.
NOTE: When the AX3000G receives parameter changes or other system exclusive messages, its parameters, modes, or program numbers will change regardless of the SYEX OUT setting.
BACKING UP AND RESTORING PROGRAM DATA (GLOBAL

DUMP CUR DUMP ALL) ,

All of the AX3000Gs data (including its programs) can be transmitted and received in the form of system exclusive messages. Exchanging this type of data with an external device via system exclusive messages is known as a data dump. By performing a data dump, the AX3000G programs you created can be backed up (saved) on an external device such as a MIDI data ler or a sequencer that is able to transmit and receive system exclusive messages. Then when necessary, you can re-transmit that data back to the AX3000G to restore it. This provides a way for you to organize large numbers of programs. You can also use this method to copy program data between two connected AX3000Gs. You can transfer program data in one of two ways; one program at a time, or all programs at once. When you transmit all programs at once, all of the AX3000Gs data will also be transmitted, including Dump settings and MIDI settings.

NOTE: You can transmit data dumps regardless of the SYEX OUT setting. In fact, if you want to transfer program data between two AX3000Gs, we recommend that you turn the SYEX OUT setting OFF. If SYEX OUT is On, operating the knobs or other controls may change the parameters of the other AX3000G in unintended ways.
1. Connect the AX3000Gs MIDI OUT to the MIDI IN of the device that will receive the data dump. 2. If you want to transmit only one program, use Program Select Mode to select the program you want to transmit. 3. Press the GLOBAL button. 4. Press the / buttons to make the name display read DUMP CUR or DUMP ALL. DUMP CUR (Dump current program data): The data of the currently selected program will be dumped. If you are editing the program (and have not yet saved it), the current settings will be transmitted. DUMP ALL (Dump all data): All of the AX3000Gs data will be dumped. 5. Put the receiving device in a mode in which it can record the data dump.
NOTE: For details, refer to the owners manual of the device that will receive the data dump.

BACKING UP

3. Specify whether parameter change messages will be transmitted. Use value knob 1 or the / buttons to make your choice.
6. Press the AX3000Gs WRITE button to begin transmitting. When transmitting is completed, the display will indicate COMPLETE, and you will return to the screen of step 4. (While DUMP ALL is being transmitted, the display will indicate SEND.)
NOTE: While data is being transmitted, do not touch the buttons or knobs of the AX3000G or its foot controller, and never turn off the power.

RESTORING

1. Connect the transmitting devices MIDI OUT to the AX3000Gs MIDI IN. 2. Set the transmitting MIDI device and the AX3000G to the same MIDI channel. If the AX3000G will be receiving data that was previously transmitted to the external MIDI device, select the same MIDI channel as was used when transmitting. 3. Transmit the data dump from the external device. While the AX3000G is receiving all data, its display will indicate RECEIVE. When reception has been successfully completed, it will indicate COMPLETE. If an error occurs, the display will indicate ERROR; in this case, try transmitting the data again.
NOTE: For details, refer to the owners manual of the device that will be transmitting the data dump. NOTE: While data is being transmitted, dont touch the AX3000Gs buttons, pedals, or knobs, and never turn off the power.
4. If you received data for a single program, select the save-destination bank and program, and save the data. (p.19)
NOTE: The program data will not be written into the AX3000Gs program memory unless you store it. HINT: If the AX3000G receives all data, all of its data will be overwritten automatically. However, the data currently being edited (i.e., the edit buffer) will not be affected.

EasyStart

Main Features
Korgs REMS modeling technology delivers 72 realistic classic and modern amp, cabinet and effects models 16 types of drive & amp models cover everything from vintage overdrive to high-gain metal 11 types of pre-effect, cabinet, modulation, delay and reverb modeled effects deliver a broad sound palette Transform your guitar with pickup, acoustic body and top, plus synth modeling effects 32 preset programs are provided, and the internal memory can hold 96 of your own original programs Up to seven effects can be used simultaneously Knob-based interface for quick, intuitive editing Assignable control switch and expression pedal with 8 point LED pedal indicator for real-time parameter control New ESS (Expression Step Sequencer) automatically controls most effect parameters in a fixed or random step function that can create radical sound changes! Insert send/return jacks let you connect your favorite external effect units MIDI IN/OUT allows you to edit and store original sounds on your computer using the dedicated editor/librarian software (Windows and Macintosh are supported) Amp/line selector is included for maximum output versatility. Choose from 3 different amp types! Heavy-duty metal chassis stands up to the rigors of travel and stage performance Auto Chromatic tuner with highly visible 8 point LED allows bypassed or muted (silent) tuning Backlit LCD ensures easy visibility

EasyStart CONTENTS

Connections; Tuning; Selecting Programs Saving Programs; Individual Mode; Expression Quick Assign; ESS (Expression Step Sequencer) 4
The Control Switch; Restoring the Factory Programs
AX3000G EasyStart Cable and Guitar Connections
1. 2. 3. Use audio cables to connect the L/MONO and R OUTPUT jacks to a mixer/recorder. For headphones, plug into the PHONES jack. When connecting to a mono device i.e. guitar amp, use the L/MONO output only. After making audio output and AC connections, connect your guitar to the INPUT jack on the rear panel. Raise the MASTER level to adjust the volume as you play.
Output Connection settings
The AX3000G offers a variety of different output connection settings. To ensure that you take full advantage of the AX3000Gs amazing tone, make the proper AMP/LINE setting. Note: The AMP/LINE settings include three different amp settings and one line setting. 1. 2. For connection to headphones or powered monitors, press the AMP/LINE button, then use the / buttons or rotate VALUE KNOB 1 to select LINE. For connection to a guitar amplifier, press the AMP/LINE button, then use the / buttons or rotate VALUE KNOB 1 to choose from three different types of guitar amps selections: AP1: Choose this setting if youre connected to a clean-sounding amp such as an open-backed US-manufactured combo amp. AP2: Choose this setting if youre connected to an amp with a distinctive sounding Mid-range such as a UKmanufactured open-back combo Amp. AP3: Choose this setting if youre connected to a stack with a closed-back 4 x12 cabinet(s).

Tuning

When you power-on the AX3000G and make the connection settings above, youll be in Program Select mode. You can then choose to tune your guitar in one of two ways: To tune audibly: 1. Press and hold down the currently selected PROGRAM SELECT switch (1, 2, 3, or 4) for about half a second - all effects will be bypassed, and the PROGRAM LED will blink. The name display will indicate BYPASS for one second, and the Auto Chromatic Tuner will now be activated. Use either the LCD display or expression pedal leds to tune your guitar. 2. When youve finished tuning, press the flashing PROGRAM SELECT switch to return to Program mode. (Note; pressing another PROGRAM SELECT switch will select a different program and return you to Program Mode.) To activate Mute and tune silently: 1. Press and hold down the currently selected PROGRAM SELECT switch (1, 2, 3, or 4) for about 1.5 seconds; the output will be muted. The program LED will blink rapidly and the name display will show MUTE for one second. The Auto Chromatic Tuner will now be activated; use either the LCD display or expression pedal leds to tune your guitar. When youve finished tuning, press the flashing PROGRAM SELECT switch to return to Program mode. (Note; pressing another PROGRAM SELECT switch will select a different program and return you to Program Mode.)

Selecting and listening to the AX3000Gs Preset Programs
The AX3000G has 96 program locations in 24 banks, with 4 programs in each bank. The BANK UP/DOWN switches allow you to select a bank, the PROGRAM SELECT switches allow you choose one of four programs within a given bank. Once you find a sound that you like, you can use the knobs and selectors in the amp/effects section to tweak your tone easily. Note: All of the AX3000G programs are rewritable.
To select a Program: 1. Make sure that the AX3000G is in PROGRAM SELECT mode (automatically selected on power-up).

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2. 3. Press either the BANK UP or BANK DOWN switch to select BANK 2. (When youre selecting a bank, the bank number will flash in the BANK display). Press the PROGRAM SELECT 3 switch. Program 2-3 will be displayed in the LCD instantly. The PROGRAM SELECT 3 switch LED will light and the Bank Display will indicate 2, and stay lit.
If the LED in the upper left of the Bank Up switch is lit green, Individual Mode is selected. Press the BANK UP switch to choose Program Select mode.

Saving a Program

Youve tweaked and turned some knobs, and you like the changes that youve made now to save your program: 1. 2. 3. Press the WRITE button. The name display indicates *WRITE*, and the BANK display and PROGRAM LEDs 14 will flash. Use VALUE KNOB 1, the / buttons, or the BANK UP/DOWN switches to select the bank you want to use; then use the </> buttons, or PROGRAM SELECT switches to select the destination program 14. Press the WRITE button once again. The program will be saved, the name display will indicate COMPLETE, and youll return to Program Select mode.
The newly-saved program writes over the previous contents of that bank/program. If you decide not to store your new program, press the EXIT button to cancel the procedure. Note that if you switch to a different program or turn off the power without storing the Program you edited, your changes will be lost.

Individual Mode

In this mode, you can individually turn each effect type on or off just as if you were using a collection of stomp boxes. You can select INDIVIDUAL mode from any program. 1. To enter INDIVIDUAL mode from PROGRAM SELECT mode, press and hold the BANK UP switch for about one second; the LED above the BANK UP switch will light green. Heres how to switch the pre-effect and reverb on or off while youre playing: 2. 3. 4. Press the program select switch 1 to turn the pre-effect on/off. The LED 1 lit/ dark state indicates the on/off status of the pre-effect. Press the BANK DOWN switch to turn the reverb on/off. The LED at the upper left of the BANK DOWN switch will be lit or dark to indicate the reverbs on/off state. To exit INDIVIDUAL mode, press the BANK UP switch, and the green LED will go dark (not lit).
Expression Target Quick Assign
Here you can easily assign many effect parameters of the AX3000G to its expression pedal for real time live control! For example, you can assign the speed of a modulation effect, time of a delay, or mix of the reverb to the expression pedal. And of course, the expression pedal can also act as a volume pedal or wah pedal effect.

As an example, lets assign the Pitch parameter of the PITCH SHIFTER to the expression pedal: 1. 2. 3. Use the Modulation MODEL SELECTOR to choose the PITCH SHIFTER. Rotate VALUE KNOB 1 or use the </> buttons to select the PITCH parameter. (PITCH will be indicated in the LCD) In this state, press and hold the EXP/CTL button for one second, the name display will indicate COMPLETE.
Thats it! The PITCH parameter has now been assigned to the expression pedal, letting you control the amount of PITCH SHIFT.
AX3000G EasyStart ESS (Expression Step Sequencer)
The AX3000G features an Expression Step Sequencer (ESS), which automatically controls most effect parameters in a fixed or random step function. You can assign up to eight steps of effect parameter values in the step sequencer, and specify one of seven ways in which the sequencer will play back these steps: Forward, Backward, Alternate 1/2, Random, Forward (oneshot), and Alternate 1/2 (one-shot). This lets you create sounds with complex movement that were unachievable until now. The AX3000Gs ESS function operates between the expression pedal and the target parameter you specify. When you activate ESS, the sequencer will control the target parameter that you specified for the expression pedal, and the expression pedal will control the ESS.

Using ESS

First, specify the target parameter that is to be controlled by ESS by assigning it to the expression pedal (see Expression Target Quick Assign section) Assign the PITCH parameter of the PITCH SHIFTER as the target parameter for the expression pedal, and then 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the EXP STEP SEQ button to activate ESS. Use VALUE KNOB 3 to specify how the sequencer will operate. For this example, choose 8-A, so that the sequencer will cycle through steps 18 and then 81. Specify the value for each step. First use VALUE KNOB 4 to set STEP to 1, and then use VALUE KNOB 5 to specify a value of 0. Repeat the above action for steps 2 through 8, and set these steps to values of 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 12 respectively. Use VALUE KNOB 1 to determine the Speed of the Step Sequence. Use VALUE KNOB 2 to adjust to the Smooth parameter. This determines how dramatic of a change there is between each sequence step.

If VALUE KNOB 1 is set to PEDL, the expression pedal will control the pitch changes. Otherwise it will control the speed of the ESS.
Here are a few more examples of some amazing new sounds you can create using the ESS function:

EX1: Pentatonic ESS

This is based off of a 6A pattern using the ESS combined with the pitch shifters pitch parameter as described above. The ESS settings are as follows: SMOOTH 0
Pitch shifter: Amp: Cab: Cross delay:

STEPMODE 6-A

STEP1 0

STEP 2 7

STEP 3 10

STEP 4 12

STEP 5 15

STEP 6 12

Pitch=0, Fine=0, tracking=80, direct=0.0, effect=7.0 US Modern (Gain=9.4, Treble=7.0, Middle=0.0, Bass=6.2,) UK T75 (Time=638, Feedback=4.0, Mix=6.8)
Make sure that the EXP/CTL Button is set to M/Pitch. Control the speed of the ESS with the expression pedal

EX2: Major Arpeggio ESS

Based off of the preset program 6-4 which was originally a minor arpeggio using a 7A Pattern.
Step 2 has been changed from -9 to -8, and step 5 from 3 to 4 (this changes it to a major arpeggio) The ESS settings are as follows: SMOOTH 0
Pitch shifter: Delay: Time: 756, Reverb:

STEPMODE 7-A

STEP1 -12

STEP 2 -8

STEP 3 -5

STEP 4 0

STEP 5 4

STEP 6 7

STEP 7 12
Pitch=0, Fine=0, tracking=80, direct=0.0, effect=7.Tap Delay Tone 7.9, Tap Time 5.0, Mix 4.4

Feedback 4.4,

Slap Time=7.7, Lo Damp 3.7, High Damp 5.4, Pre Delay 0, Mix 4.5

The Control Switch

You can assign the control switch to function in a variety of ways. It can act as an on/off for your effects/amp/cab models; a tap tempo for modulation or delay, or even as a trigger for the ESS. Below is a list of the Control Switch functions. You can make the following settings independently for each program for extra flexibility! Press the EXP/CTL button and use VALUE KNOB 5 to select the effect you want to control, and then press EXIT to return to Program mode Control Switch Effect On/Off:
I/ON OFF External Insert effect on/off P/ON OFF Pre-effect on/off A/ON OFF Drive/Amp model on/off M/ON OFF Modulation effect on/off D/ON OFF Delay effect on/off R/ON OFF Reverb effect on/off
Control Switch Effect Control:
FLN TRIG Activates Classic Flanger LFO HOLD DLY Activates HOLD of Hold Delay FREEZ Activates Freez of Freez effect ESS CTL1 Turn ESS on/off ESS CTL2 Turn the effect being controlled by ESS on/off ESS TAP1 Tap tempo to specify the time between each sequence step ESS TAP2 Tap tempo to specify the time between step 1 and the last step of the sequence. ESS TRIG Restart step sequence from step 1

Control Switch Tap tempo:
MOD TAP Modulation TAP TEMPO DLY TAP Delay TAP TEMPO
ESS TAP1, ESS TAP2, and ESS TRIG will do nothing if the SPEED of the step effect is set to PEdL.
Restoring the Factory Preset Programs
Heres how you can restore the AX3000Gs programs and settings to the state in which it was shipped from the factory: 1. While simultaneously holding down the / buttons and the EXIT switch, power-up the AX300G. The Bank Display will read P, the LED 14 buttons will flash, and the name display will ask RELOAD? Release the / buttons and the EXIT switch.
If at this point, you decide that you really dont want to execute this operation, press the EXIT switch. 2. Press the WRITE button. The name display will show LOADING, and the factory data will begin reloading. When completed, the name display will indicate COMPLETE, and the AX3000G will automatically switch to Program Select Mode.
If there are any settings you want to keep, you should first use the Backup Program Data function (programs can also be saved via our free AX3000G Editor/Librarian software; available at www.korg.com/AX3000G), or write down your settings using the Original Value icon. See the AX3000G Owners Manual for additional information on using the Backup Program Data function/ Original Value icon.
For more information, see your AX3000G Owners Manual, and be sure to visit www.korg.com/AX3000G for more tips and tricks!!