Korg Ax3000g

Originally written by alex-arkane on Audiofanzine FR.

Already described.

UTILIZATION

Very easy to use and affordable to anyone. Select up to five effects in the loop, adjust them and record. It couldn't be easier. The manual is clear enough to be understood by anyone. The footswitches are pretty wide and there is enough space between them so that you won't step on two of them unintentionally. Considering its dimensions, the product was conceived for live applications. The integrated wah pedal works good, although it must be depressed very hard to remove it from the effects loop without changing the settings.

SOUND QUALITY

It's a digital device so don't expect a miraculous sound. On the other hand, it's a multi-effects unit so you know what you get. People who criticize it should get a 100 lbs. analog pedalboard.
- Effects like wah and acoustic simulation are totally ok, while effects like the drone, the synth or even the octaver fail to meet expectations.
- Distortion, overdrive and amp simulation effects are ok even though some of them are useless and sound very similar.
- Average quality but useful modulation effects (especially the chorus and flanger).
- Delay effects are the product's main assets. They sound excellent and are very versatile.
- Quality reverb, although the only really useful algorithm is the large hall.


OVERALL OPINION

It's the only multi-effects I've ever tried but it never disappointed me. I recommend it to anyone, especially now that its price is lower.

See on the net.
I would put 8/10 because it is very complete,
BUT ...
We regret SECOND an expression pedal (I know must not dreaming ... Long live ToneLab) USB connectivity but also a button on / off (the is really making fun of the mouth of the world !!!! )dropoff window
Finally, these are only small details ...

USE

The machine is very simple to operate ... we have imprativement to put the head in the manual to understand it.
But nearly a becomes a breeze.
It takes pleasure assign each type controllers the expression pedal to see what gave ^^ as the pitch of the octave to replace a whammy ect ...
The edition of the sounds is relatively easy ... say no more.
The manual is super clear!

8/10 because it's good ... but not top-level usability ... yes I know I'm a relou ^^

SOUND QUALITY

Perfect ... For me ^^
Possessing a Mexican Telecaster, I t took a fit of madness and I installed a single double coil corner di marzo in the bridge position to make it ... well ... RING! ^^ And this pedal responds expectations!
This pedal be a very violent and digital style, my case of industrial ...
My brother who sold it to me, is rather jazz, blues, and he did not find happiness, unlike me. Sounds sound very cold but pais is a perfect sound for large digital distos the perchs bourrs Delay sounds but not for ... excuse me ... REAL players! (HS: For me a veritable player does not need millions of effects!)

In short ... for the love of harmony, delicacy, rich sound that takes you in the guts and let you escape a tear ... go your way Because it's for big sound good psych!

9/10 because me, I will!
EDIT 04/05/2009
Actually ... Even if you want big sound ... even when there is need for warmth ... and when you want a sound that comes out of nomtal ... we touch ... for a very long time ... but I have found the solution !!!
I purchased a home Artec Cool Drive, which should arrive within the week ...
I spend the score of 9 5 ...

NOTICE GLOBAL

I use it for two days now ... I do most cowardly! I rediscovered my amp MG100DFX which I refused to play ... (I do not meant that the home studio! thank you guitar rig!)
The particular feature I like most is the precision of his, this neat I look for in my industrial project ...
The particular feature I like least ... is that ... I do take pleasure to play with my microphone serious jazz in a register as a veritable least 1000 and that the amp does AX3000G can do anything ... but that's another story
Perfect price quality ratio! 120 ... ocazz
I would do this choice without hsiter the only condition of intending to sound a minimum "hard" and to have a microphone that follows, which is my case.

EDIT 04/05/2009
Hard it going for a while ... and a model, when songs follow the sound of the AX3000G, we get bored quickly!
So yes I will pass the course! This year shook Vox AC-30 or not pressed!

This stereo pedal firmly manufactured with aluminum frame contains all the elements necessary to the guitarist. Tuner, distortion, delay, reverb, modulation chorus, flange, talk box ... a pre-fx including flange, auto wah, Guitar synth, octaver, compressor ... It also has an expression pedal that can be used for wah (3 types) or the volume. It is possible to calibrate the expression pedal.
It also has an amp simulator and speakers. The AC15 amps ranging from classic and modern U.S. 30 through the simulation of acoustic amp. Regarding pregnant is full enough as it can find the classic 4x12 through a 4x10 or 2x12 and much more.
Element really handy and quite rare in this kind of tool is the ability to select the type of output at which the animal is connected. We have the choice between three types of amps or Line. The latter is very useful to connect a sound card to record or to exit directly to a PA system.
There is no lamp but the distortion sounds are hot and powerful.
The connection is complete since we can find the following:
Input / output Midi
S / P DIF (digital)
Connections Insert return / send
Log In (to be honest, I did not understand what was the latter ...)
Two jack outputs, a mono if you do not or can not use the stereo.

We also find a volume knob that is output on the headphone and overall volume. Another very useful option because it is not necessary to go into the presets to make this adjustment.

The power supply is external and is a 9 volt transformer solid bill.

UTILIZATION

The configuration of the pedal is simple but one must take a little time to bosser the manual. The latter is clear and precise. However, all programming and editions is fairly intuitive.
The only downside we could make is this: there are so many opportunities that sometimes it feels not to use the machine to its full potential. Conversely, you can be sure you will not have the same sound as your neighbor, also owner of the AX 3000G!

SOUND QUALITY

I must first say that I play mostly metal. The effects are very very good, especially distos associated simulators amp and speakers. The delays are also excellent. I had a Boss ME 25 and I can assure you that the Korg is well above.
Some effects are unnecessary and destroy ears like the drone and fashion ring. They are useless gadgets to my senses.
At present working on electro-acoustic project, my 3000g AX will still be my companion as I can find an excellent sound thanks to the acoustic simulation and speakers.
The guitars I use with this pedal are:
Lag The Blues Californian Series
Ibanez RGA 42
Squier Stratocaster

To play live I associate with pré-amp/compresseur/équaliseur Presonus Eureka and sound phonic 620 2X100 Watts I use stereo. I can assure you that this rather unusual config sends heavy!

OVERALL OPINION

I use this pedal for 6 years. I owned a Digitech RP1, a Zoom 505 II and a Boss ME 25.
Only the Digitech can bear comparison. Zoom meanwhile was convenient to play on vacation with headphones and batteries. The distortion was not bad at all on this little model. As for the Boss, in my opinion, the sound card is absolutely leak!
Some models have had problems with output level is changed only. The mine has experienced this symptom disappeared by itself after a few days ...
I've had six years. Pedal, the most used (number 3) is starting to show signs of fatigue with a difficult trip but it is manageable.
When I bought my Korg gear was fairly expensive at the time in relation to other similar products, but I would do this choice without hesitation.
This is really a product of very good quality.