Zoom G3X Guitar Floor Multi-Effects Pedal
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Brand | Zoom |
Style | G3X |
Item Weight | 3.53 Pounds |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
Amperage | 22 Amps |
About this item
- Three large LCDs with intuitive amp and stomp box interface, Built-in expression pedal
- 22 amp or 94 stomp box models can be used in any combination, Looper function with 40 seconds of phrase recording and overdubbing
- Over 100 built-in ZFX-IV DSP effects, Integrated drum machine and auto-chromatic tuner, USB audio interface for DAW recording
- Create and store up to 100 original tones, Balanced XLR output and selectable modes for DI use
- Over six hours of operation using four AA batteries/USB bus power (AC adapter included, Includes Edit Share and Steinberg Sequel LE recording software
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Product information
Item Weight | 3.53 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 3.75 x 16.5 x 7.5 inches |
ASIN | B009D3KJRE |
Item model number | G3X |
Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 18, 2012 |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Signal Format | Analog |
Power Source | Battery Powered,Corded Electric |
Standing screen display size | 1.5 |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
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Product Description
Zoom G3X Guitar Effects and Amplifier Simulator with Expression Pedal
From the manufacturer
In the box
- AA size (LR6) battery x 4
- AC adapter (Zoom AD-16)
- Operation manual
- Steinberg Sequel LE recording software
The Zoom G3X Guitar Effects/Amp Simulator Pedal
Express yourself.
With the G3X, you'll be able to express yourself in ways you never thought possible. It provides 116 great-sounding guitar effects and amp / speaker models, along with a built-in expression pedal. There are three stompbox-style displays, each with its own dedicated foot switch, plus a Tap Tempo function for real-time effects synchronization, an onboard tuner, integrated rhythm patterns, and a 40-second Looper.
- 94 guitar effects, including distortion, compression, phasing, flanging, chorus, delay, and reverb, plus 22 popular amp and cabinet models
- Use up to 6 effects and models simultaneously, chained together in any order
- Built-in expression pedal for volume control, pitch bend, and effects modulation
- 100 patches and ultra-fast patch change speed
- Tap Tempo, onboard chromatic tuner, integrated rhythm patterns, and Looper
- Dual output jacks for connection to amps or headphones and balanced XLR output for DI connection to mixing boards and recorders
- Runs on 4 AA batteries or supplied AC adapter, with alkaline battery life of 6 hours
Intuitive design, easy navigation.
The G3X's three LCD screens, each with its own foot switch and control knob, form a large graphical interface that makes it easy to edit effects and bring them in and out as needed.
Over a hundred different ways to craft your sound.
The arsenal of effects provided by the G3X include dozens of compressors, noise gates, filters, equalizers, boosters, overdrives, fuzzes, phasers, flangers, chorusing, pitch shift, tremolo, vibrato, and ring modulation—even simulations of both classic and contemporary pedals. In addition, there are 22 amp / speaker cabinet models, designed to emulate the world's most-loved vintage and modern amplifiers, both tube and solid-state. Its built-in expression pedal can be used for real-time volume control or to affect parameters such as delay time, modulation speed, or pitch bend.
What's more, you can use up to 6 effects and amp models simultaneously, arranged in any order you like—you can even reverse signal flow at the touch of a button.
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Tap TempoThe G3X provides a handy Tap Tempo function that allows you to to perfectly synchronize delay times and modulation rates to the rhythm of the song you're playing. It can be set and adjusted in real time, too, using a dedicated button or optional foot switch controller. |
TunerThe G3X's built-in chromatic tuner supports all standard and drop tunings and is instantly accessible at all times. You can opt to either bypass the currently selected effect when tuning, or to mute the signal altogether so you can tune in silence. |
RhythmRhythm training is an important part of every guitarist's craft, and the G3X makes it easy and fun to do, thanks to its 41 realistic-sounding rhythm patterns: high-quality samples of actual drums playing in a variety of different genres, from rock to jazz, blues to ballads, punk to funk. |
LooperExplore your creativity to its fullest with the G3X Looper, which allows you to layer up to 40 seconds of performance, through the effect or effects of your choice. The Looper can even be used in conjunction with Rhythm accompaniments so you can play along with the pattern of your choice. |
G3 | G3X | G5 | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.1 out of 5 stars
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Number of effects | 94 | 94 | 123 |
Number of amp models | 22 | 22 | 22 |
Number of simultaneous effects | Up to 6 | Up to 6 | Up to 9 |
Number of patches | 100 | 100 | 297 |
Stereo outputs and balanced XLR output | Y | Y | Y |
Tap Tempo, Tuner, and Looper | Y | Y | Y |
Number of footswitches / LCD screens | 3 | 3 | 4 |
Built-in expression pedal | N | N | Y |
Tube booster | N | N | Y |
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Versatility | 4.6 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.5 | — | 4.3 |
User interface | 4.1 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.8 | — | 4.1 |
Sound quality | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.9 | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | R&R Electro | Firemall LLC | MOOER | Amazon.com | Alto Music | Amazon.com |
power source | Battery Powered,Corded Electric | — | Electric | Corded Electric | Adapter,Corded Electric | Battery Powered |
amperage | 22 amps | 22 amps | 300 milliamps | 300 milliamps | — | 13 amps |
signal format | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
controls type | Knob | — | Knob | Touch | Knob | Knob |
voltage | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts |
style | G3X | Expression,Looper,Multi-effects,Wah | Expression,Looper,Multi-effects | Distortion,Expression,Looper,Modulation,Multi-effects | Multi-effects,Delay,Reverb,Filter,Distortion,Looper,Overdrive,Expression,Compression | G1X FOUR |
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Customers like the sound quality, interface, ease of use, and effects of the guitar effect device. For example, they mention it has a treasure trove of sound shaping, is quite sophisticated, and is easy to program. That said, they appreciate the many effects and patch combinations that can fit all styles of music. As for the condition, they say it's solid built and tough enough to take a bullet.
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Customers like the sound quality of the guitar effect device. They say the delays, reverbs, modulation, and pitch shifting sound excellent. They also appreciate the myriad of sounds and the ability to customize sound levels in each scenario. Overall, customers are happy with the sound and the consistent volume at any venue.
"...Most of the distortions sound great although a lot of them sound similar but you can tweak all of them some more then others to get a desired sound...." Read more
"...I don't care what an effect is modeled after if the effect sounds good, and these do, I'm not trying to pass off some excuse for bad sounds, these..." Read more
"...The sound quality is great and doesn't have that digital computerized 'fake amp' sound...." Read more
"...The back panel has guitar in, stereo effects out, external control, USB programming port and power...." Read more
Customers are happy with the interface of the guitar effect device. They say it has a great interface, with lots of neat features. They also say it is a sophisticated pedal with amazing tones. Customers also mention that it is really fun to use, and is useful for learning and trying out different effects. Overall, customers find it to be a serious amount of fun in one box that'll keep them busy for a long time.
"...The user interfaces are extremely well thought out the pedal icons are a stroke of genius I can't believe this isn't the norm on these multi..." Read more
"...This bad boy is an absolute joy to play around with.Two metal horns way up!" Read more
"This pedal has a ton of features, but lacks some of the basics...." Read more
"...envelope, reverb, tape delay, even some funky sounding effects, all very awesome. I've had it for awhile now and I have no complaints...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the guitar effect device. For example, they say it's built like rock, easy to program, and user-friendly for access to settings. They also say the set up was a snap, and that the software is easy to use and requires very little manual reading. Customers also appreciate how easy it is to organize your patches.
"...The user interfaces are extremely well thought out the pedal icons are a stroke of genius I can't believe this isn't the norm on these multi..." Read more
"...I love how easy it is to orgainize your patches. The software makes this incredible...." Read more
"...As a multi-effects unit it's very clean and simple. It's designed to act like three stompboxes side by side. And act like that it does...." Read more
"...It's very easy to operate this device and finding the sound you're looking for shouldn't take you long at all...." Read more
Customers like the effects in the guitar effect device. They say it comes loaded with plenty of effects and patch combinations that can fit all styles of music. They also mention that it has dozens of effects, amp simulations, and you can chain up to six together. Customers also appreciate the simple control and loopers. Overall, they say it's a multi-effects unit with more effect choices than they'll ever need.
"...I was pretty settled on the boss ME-80 lots of effects, great sound and top notch build quality...." Read more
"...On top of being one of the better loopers available, it's a multi-effects unit. Gravy on top of gravy...." Read more
"...From my own experience the stomp pedal effects are top notch and are as good if not better than many other analog or digital modelers I've tried...." Read more
"...The sound is great, a lot of effects and all which are tweakable. Does sound a bit digital but it is a digital device...." Read more
Customers like the condition of the guitar effect device. They say it's solidly built, tough enough to take a bullet, and easy to use. Customers also mention that the foot switches and knobs feel very solid and work very responsive. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's condition and functionality.
"...settled on the boss ME-80 lots of effects, great sound and top notch build quality...." Read more
"...The LCD screen is nice and bright and the foot switches and knobs feel very solid and work very responsive and smooth...." Read more
"...In terms of robustness the Zoom has been very reliable over 4 years of use. One knob got broken in a fall but was easily glued back on...." Read more
"...THE GOOD-Build quality is great. It is built like a tank. The body feels like die cast and the expression pedal feels very solid...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the guitar effect device. They say it works well, it works nicely with their Daw program, and the tuner works wonderfully. The recorder looper works very well, and it's a great buy for the price. The multi-effects unit works surprisingly well, producing good, consistent volume. The knobs feel solid and work very responsive. It also works well with the USB edit and share program, has usable compressors, and has the ease of a stompbox.
"...and bright and the foot switches and knobs feel very solid and work very responsive and smooth...." Read more
"...This thing is great! It still is operating perfect, all the buttons feel and function great, no lighting or patch glitches and definitely get the..." Read more
"...The unit does have a few compressors to choose from, all of which are usable, EQ, PEQ and a few different noise gates..." Read more
"...The looper is easy to use and works great. I haven't used the drum machine yet but I am sure it is easy to use as well...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the guitar effect device. They say it's a great pedal worth any penny, a multi-effects unit for the price, and a big bang for the buck. Customers also mention that the sounds are better than expected and it has a fairly short learning curve.
"...pedal and if all Zoom products offer this kind of value and sound quality for the money it is only a matter of time until I upgrade to the G5 unit..." Read more
"...For well under two-hundred dollars, it's a great deal on a great looper, which is the primary reason I bought it...." Read more
"...have the G3X for a few months now and am very impressed and happy with the overall value of this product...." Read more
"...versatility and features of the unit, the Zoom G3 represents a tremendous value." Read more
Customers like the quality of the guitar effect device. They mention that it has many different quality tones and pedals built in, has some great amp modeling, and has a drum machine so you can keep the beat. The pedal is very nice and well built, and produces very realistic Marshall JCM 800 high gain sounds. The sound flexibility is great with some great amplifiers and cabs, and pretty decent effects. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and design of the product.
"...This little baby does an outstanding job at amp modelling and the various FX...." Read more
"...There are 3 foot switches, an expression pedal, 3 clear LCD displays for effects, 3 knobs per display and an array of push buttons to scroll..." Read more
"...have a few compressors to choose from, all of which are usable, EQ, PEQ and a few different noise gates..." Read more
"...Has some great amp modeling and with a drum machine so you can keep the beat too. Works very well with the USB edit & share program...." Read more
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So I guess I am a guitar noob with maybe a little bit more knowledge then the typical new player and understand what most of the effects are and what they do so I'm not going to get into that part of the G3 in this review play with the sounds you will figure out what stuff does. And I'm not going to get into any technical mumbo jumbo that most people don't care about if you like that kind of stuff I'm sure there are way more knowledgable people to quote the technical specifications then me.
I knew I wanted a multi-effects since I picked up a guitar again, I like distortion, delay all that stuff but unless you have a rock star budget a multi effect is the most cost effective way to get all that stuff. I don't get into the analog vs digital debate or the separate pedal vs multi effect I bet 99 times out of 100 if you don't see a boss distortion pedal sitting on the floor only the most critical ear could tell the distortion or any of the other effects are being reproduce digitally with a half way decent multi effect pedal.
I researched both online and in the music shops trying different pedals out and quickly realizing it was going to be an investment to get what I wanted. I was pretty settled on the boss ME-80 lots of effects, great sound and top notch build quality. But then I tried out the G3 I kind of always thought Zoom was like a higher quality version of Behringer (no disrespect towards Behringer I am sure some of their products are really good stuff but usually when I see something half the price of a similar product it makes me wonder) I got wrapped up in the whole one brand is better because it's that brand thing I couldn't have been more wrong.
Also something to keep in mind, if you can bring your guitar and amp with you so you know exactly what it will sound like with your equipment so you won't be disappointed when you get home and are not using it on a $1000 amp and a $1200 Gibson guitar or at least try it out on something similar to your home set up unless of coarse you have high dollar equipment already. I got a little burnt on an amp playing through it with a high end guitar it sounds pretty good at home but sounded great having a high dollar guitar being played through it.
Let's start with the way it is built. You could drop the thing down three flights of stairs and it might be scratched and dinged up a bit but I would bet a paycheck it would still work, to my surprise they didn't cheap out with plastic everything which in the $200 price range you just expect lots of plastic. Even the plastic parts have a very solid feel to them.
The user interfaces are extremely well thought out the pedal icons are a stroke of genius I can't believe this isn't the norm on these multi effects pedals and not the exception, you can just look at the screen and see ok it's the tube screamer pedal next is a delay and a noise gate it feels and looks more like a real stompbox setup instead of a bunch of knobs, buttons and small writing like most of the units, and it's backlit so you can see it in the dark or a dimly lit room, maybe some people prefer all the analog goodness on something like the ME-80, but I think the G3 shines in this area over everything else I checked out.
All that design stuff is personal preference the important thing is how does it sound, my opinion is it sounds great. Most of the distortions sound great although a lot of them sound similar but you can tweak all of them some more then others to get a desired sound. The other effects do what you expect them to do a flanger acts like a flanger and a chorus does what a chorus is supposed to do and with a few exceptions all the effects sound really good to great.
Like I said I tried lots of units and if you are going to shell out a good chunk of money, try stuff out, listen to how it sounds, do the knobs, buttons and switches feel like they are going to wear out or break easily. Don't get caught up in the whole one brand is better then another buy what you like and sounds good to you if it's not a Zoom G3 that you like best buy something you like this review is just my opinion of this pedal so feel free to disagree with me.
With that being said I don't think for $213 with the overnight shipping (I took my time with this purchase and when I was ready to buy I wanted it so I sprang for the overnight shipping) or around $180 with the free shipping that you will find a better built pedal, an interface that is as well thought out, and overall, really good sound quality in one package as the Zoom G3 has to offer. it's my first multi effects pedal and if all Zoom products offer this kind of value and sound quality for the money it is only a matter of time until I upgrade to the G5 unit so keep an eye out there may be a used G3 on the market in a few months. The only complaint I have so far is I didn't spend the few extra bucks and get the G3x unit with the expression pedal but that's not the products fault that's on me.
I was drawn to the G3 because it functions as 3 seperate effects pedals and my previous multi effects pedal was just preset patches that I could scroll through but had a horrible time editing (RP-90).
The G3 functions like this: You have 100 patch slots, each patch can hold 3 effects. The effects can be turned on and off and adjusted with individual foot switches and knobs. If you make an adjustment to the effect, the patch is automatically updated to the way you left it, even if you change the effect altogether. You can then procede to cycle through your patchs and enable/disable the individual triad of effects.
When the G3 arrives, the factory presets are very diverse and randomly organized. Scrolling through you hit rock, to clean, to hellraiser harsh, to bombs, to crazy effects. I liked a lot of them but won't use half of them. I set up the software right away (recommended) and dragged all the factory default preset patchs to the computer. I then wiped my G3 so I had 100 empty patches. I then dragged only the preset patches that I liked from the computer back to the G3 in the order I wanted. This is when the G3 and me started seeing eye to eye. I love how easy it is to orgainize your patches. The software makes this incredible. It is interesting to note that when you have the G3 hooked up to your amp, guitar, and computer, as you do things on your computer, they go live on your G3 instantly. So you can drag and drop the presets on your computer while demoing them with your guitar and amp. I found this very favorable.
A major selling feature for the G3 was my interest in buying a lot of effects pedals but not spending a lot of money. The built in stomp box effects if purchased as seperate pedals would cost imensely more than the G3. I could rationalize buying a compressor or nose gate, or phasor knowing that I may not use it all the time, or even like it once I added it to my set up. The G3 lets you try out these effects without you having to commit to buying the pricy pedal.
Issues I have had:
It makes things loud. I have it set up as described in the manual, but there are presets that even when my amp is at 2, are insanely loud. I end up lowering a lot of gains and levels in the presets. I am hoping that I find a way to use the global settings to fix this, but it does not seem to be possible. Some effects are not familiar to me either, so I can't tell if they are pegging my system or meant to sound that way (such as slicer or broken).
I have also not been very good at using the looper. I can't get a seemless loop. I was hoping to use the looper to repeat a chord progression so that I could play lead on top of it, but I simply can't get it to be seemless (my fault I'm sure). I thought perhaps it would blend the edges of the loop together to make it more seemless, but it does not.
Overall, the effects sound very solid with warm tone (those that I lean towards). I am very eager to construct more presets and browse the online communities for other peoples creations.
I would recommend this pedal to anyone that is considering buying individual stomp boxes, is unsure what effects they will use or like, doesn't like how multieffect pedals are hard to tweek on the fly, enjoys the idea of using their computer to edit effects, and wants to do computer recordings.
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I own both Zoom G3X and BOSS ME-25.. and i think G3X is way better than ME-25 in terms or user friendliness, size and displays