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  • Page 1 AmpliTube X-DRIVE USER MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Table of Contents Contents Front Panel Overview Rear Panel Overview Firmware update Saving presets External Control Setup Expression pedal & single switch (creating macros) Double switch Expression pedal calibration Distortion Models MODERN METAL MONARCH ORANGE YELLOW GREEN DIODE...

  • Page 3: Front Panel Overview

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Front Panel Overview 1. MODEL encoder Turn the MODEL encoder to select the preferred X-DRIVE model among the 16 advanced algorithms available. Push to go back when browsing menus. 2. PRESET encoder Turn the PRESET encoder to browse among the 300 preset slots available in the machine.
  • Page 4 AmpliTube X-DRIVE 5. BASS knob The BASS knob boosts and cuts the low frequencies. 6. MID knob The MID knob boosts and cuts the mid frequencies. 7. TREBLE knob The TREBLE knob boosts and cuts the high frequencies. 8. VOLUME knob The VOLUME knob sets the output level.

  • Page 5: Rear Panel Overview

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Rear Panel Overview 1. INPUT Plug your instrument in here. 2. OUTPUT Connect to an amplifier or stomp box. 3. CAB SIM OUT This is the cabinet simulator output that can be connected directly to a full range speaker, PA system or other devices.
  • Page 6 AmpliTube X-DRIVE 8. USB Use this port to connect X-DRIVE to your Mac/PC as an audio interface and for using the Librarian app to organize and load presets. It can also be used to send or receive MIDI signals. 9. POWER 9V DC Power the pedal via a 9V DC center negative power supply.

  • Page 7: Firmware Update

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Firmware update Before doing anything with your X-GEAR pedal it’s highly recommended to hook it up to the X-GEAR Librarian and check if any firmware update is available to make sure you are running the most updated and stable firmware available.

  • Page 8: Saving Presets

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Saving presets To quickly save a preset, hold down the PRESET encoder until the display shows SAVED. The preset will be saved with the same name in the same location. To change name or location when saving a preset: 1.

  • Page 9: External Control Setup

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE External Control Setup The EXT. CONTROL jack can be connected to various types of external pedals: • Expression pedal • Single switch • Double switch Expression pedal & single switch (creating macros) An expression pedal and a single switch pedal can be assigned to a parameter or to various parameters to create macros.

  • Page 10: Double Switch

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Double switch Connect a double switch pedal to browse among presets or banks more easily. To setup a double switch pedal do as follows: 1. Hook it up to the EXT. CONTROL. 2. Hold the PARAMETER encoder and choose GLOBAL SETUP .

  • Page 11: Expression Pedal Calibration

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Expression pedal calibration If you feel that your expression pedal doesn’t work as expected, you may need to calibrate it to get its full functionality. To calibrate an expression pedal do as follows: 1. Hook it up to the EXT. CONTROL in the rear panel.

  • Page 12: Distortion Models

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Distortion Models MODERN This overdrive adds pleasing harmonics for a tube-like sound. It recreates creamy saturation with a solid warm low end. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit. From 0 to 10.
  • Page 13 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • MIX: regulates the amount of the dry and wet distorted signal. By default, the mix is set to 100% WET. From 0% to 100%. • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance.

  • Page 14: Metal

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE METAL Based on BOSS® MT-2 Inspired by one of the most favorite metal pedals of all time, perfect for extreme gain and sustain. Nothing compares to this pedal for pure distortion mayhem. It features punch, color and presence to sculpt the perfect high gain tone under your feet.
  • Page 15 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • COMP SENSITIVITY: sets the sensitivity of the compressor. From 0 to 10. • COMP OUT: sets the output level of the compressor. From 0 to 10. • CAB SIM: selects the cabinet simulator. CAB 1, CAB 2, CAB 3, CAB 4, BASS, OFF.

  • Page 16: Monarch

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE MONARCH Based on Marshall® Guv’Nor. This pedal is a model of a beloved ‘80s-era distortion pedal by a company known for making amps with amazing distortion. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit.
  • Page 17 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 18: Cat

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Based on ProCo® Rat™ One of the most beloved distortion boxes ever. From smooth, light crunch, to extreme shred sustain offering a fuzz-like flavor. This pedal has been a classic ever since its release in the early ‘80s.
  • Page 19 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 20: Orange

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE ORANGE Based on BOSS® DS-1 This is one of the most versatile distortion boxes ever made. From subtle crunch to complete craziness, this pedal has been used by countless guitarists of all styles from classic rock to grunge.
  • Page 21 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 22: Yellow

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE YELLOW Based on BOSS® SD-1 One of the earliest and most collectible Japanese pedals, it’s one of the most iconic overdrive pedals ever made. From subtle to over-the-top, it pushes amps harder without sacrificing attack clarity. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit.
  • Page 23 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 24: Green

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE GREEN Based on Ibanez® Tube Screamer This is a model of the classic overdrive/distortion pedal, which has become the go-to overdrive pedal for some of the most influential guitar players of all time. It helps to boost the mid frequencies keeping great transient response.
  • Page 25 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • MIX: regulates the amount of the dry and wet distorted signal. By default the mix is set to 100% WET. From 0% to 100%. • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance.

  • Page 26: Diode

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE DIODE Based on MXR® Distortion+ This model is perfect to pump up your amplifier from light overdrives to dense distortions. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit. From 0 to 10. • BASS: boosts and cuts the low frequencies.
  • Page 27 AmpliTube X-DRIVE N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required. DIODE Control Changes Parameter Control Change # Values DRIVE 0 – 127 BASS 0 – 127 0 – 127 TREBLE 0 –...

  • Page 28: Blue

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE BLUE A very versatile model, which is the best fit for creamy jazz tones and crunchy blues lines. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit. From 0 to 10. • BASS: boosts and cuts the low frequencies.
  • Page 29 AmpliTube X-DRIVE N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required. BLUE Control Changes Parameter Control Change # Values DRIVE 0 – 127 BASS 0 – 127 0 – 127 TREBLE 0 –...

  • Page 30: Booster

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE BOOSTER A booster to increase the level of the instrument going into the amplifier in order to add harmonics and increase the overall saturation for solo parts and whenever your instrument needs to come up over the others.
  • Page 31 AmpliTube X-DRIVE BOOSTER Control Changes Parameter Control Change # Values BASS 0 – 127 0 – 127 TREBLE 0 – 127 VOLUME 0 - 127 MID Q 0 - 127 MID FREQ 0 - 127 EQ POSITION 0 - 127...

  • Page 32: H-Boost

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE H-BOOST A treble booster to increase the presence of the instrument in order to pump up the overall saturation and add some sparkling highs for solo parts and whenever your instrument needs to come up over the others.
  • Page 33 AmpliTube X-DRIVE H-BOOST Control Changes Parameter Control Change # Values BASS 0 – 127 0 – 127 TREBLE 0 – 127 VOLUME 0 - 127 MID Q 0 - 127 MID FREQ 0 - 127 EQ POSITION 0 - 127...

  • Page 34: Crush

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE CRUSH This model alters the sound of the input signal by changing the sample-rate, cutoff frequency and by distorting it. This effect can produce very aggressive distorted sounds, more pronounced than overdrive stomp boxes. The low-pass filter is very creative when combined with high distortion levels.
  • Page 35 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • MIX: regulates the amount of the dry and wet distorted signal. By default the mix is set to 100% WET. From 0% to 100%. • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance.

  • Page 36: Octofuzz

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE OCTOFUZZ Based on MXR® Blue Box™ Octave Fuzz This Fuzz/Octave stomp box adds a crazy fuzz to your signal and then duplicates it two octaves down. This is one of the most wicked and overpowering models. Parameters • DRIVE: adjusts the ratio of fuzzed signal with octaved signal.
  • Page 37 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 38: Purple

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE PURPLE Based on Roger Mayer™ Octavia This effect was first used on the early Jimi Hendrix songs. It is a fuzz box with frequency-doubling circuitry that produces a second note an octave above the fundamental note. This was first used on “Purple Haze” and “Fire”.
  • Page 39 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 40: Fuzzace

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE FUZZACE Based on Arbiter® Fuzz Face® This effect is modeled after a classic germanium transistor fuzz vintage effect. Typically used on lead guitar, this effect has remained a popular distortion effect throughout the years. Parameters • DRIVE: increases the amount of clipping in the distortion circuit.
  • Page 41 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 42: Big-Fuzz

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE BIG-FUZZ Based on Electro-Harmonix® Big Muff Pi An iconic distortion pedal that has stood the test of time. Capable of tones from smooth sustain & compression to heavy buzz-saw distortion, this pedal is perfect for indie and alternative rock.
  • Page 43 AmpliTube X-DRIVE • X-MODE: the X-MODE boosts the output signal to achieve more volume in certain parts during the performance. ON or OFF. N.B. If you also want the Cab Sim when the pedal is bypassed, the BUFFER BYPASS MODE is required.

  • Page 44: Global Setup

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Global Setup The global setup menu features different settings to manage the global behavior of the pedal independent of which preset is active. To access the Global Setup menu, hold down the PARAMETER encoder and select GLOBAL SETUP .
  • Page 45 AmpliTube X-DRIVE MIDI CHANNEL Selects on which MIDI channel the X-GEAR pedal operates, from 1 to 16. By default, X-GEAR pedals operate to channel 1. MIDI THRU Selects which MIDI signals are sent to the MIDI outputs (MIDI and USB ports).
  • Page 46 AmpliTube X-DRIVE BYPASS MODE Sets the bypass technology for the pedal. • TRUE: selects the true bypass technology. • BUFFER: selects the buffered bypass technology. OPERATION MODE Sets the operative mode of the pedal to be used for live gigs or as an audio interface.

  • Page 47: Preset Setup

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Preset Setup The preset setup menu features different settings to manage the selected preset. To access the Preset Setup menu, hold down the PARAMETER encoder and select PRESET SETUP . EXT. CTRL Sets if the preset is using the External Control or not.

  • Page 48: Safe Mode

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Safe Mode SAFE MODE is very useful for playing live since it locks all the knobs to be sure that your sound does not change, if you accidentally move a knob or hit your pedal. To activate and deactivate the SAFE MODE, press simultaneously the MODEL and PRESET encoders. A display confirmation (LOCKED and UNLOCKED) will confirm you that the mode has been activated/deactivated.

  • Page 49: Temporary Mode

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Temporary Mode By holding down a preset’s footswitch while it’s off, the preset gets activated temporarily and is deactivated when the footswitch is released. You can do this operation both when the pedal is bypassed to engage a certain effect only for a little time or while another preset is on.

  • Page 50: Cab Sim Out & Headphones Out

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE CAB SIM OUT & HEADPHONES out The CAB SIM OUT and the HEADPHONES out are both available in the rear panel. The CAB SIM OUT is an auxiliary output that gets filtered by the Cabinet Simulator when choosing one of the 5 cabinet options inside the model parameters.

  • Page 51: Interface Mode

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Interface Mode Using the interface mode of the pedal you can hook it up to your computer and a monitoring system to jam and playback music directly from X-GEAR. You can activate the INTERFACE MODE from the GLOBAL SETUP .

  • Page 52: Included Applications

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Included applications Along with your X-GEAR you get a Librarian App to manage your presets and AmpliTube 5 SE to edit your presets from your computer and use them inside AmpliTube. Follow the instructions found in the box to get the X-GEAR Librarian and AmpliTube 5 SE.

  • Page 53: Midi Specifications

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE MIDI Specifications X-DRIVE presents 100 numbered banks with 3 presets each for a total of 300 presets. Since MIDI program changes can only go up to 127 the presets are split into 3 MIDI Patch Banks: MIDI BANK 0 (CC#0 Value=0) = PRESETS 00A-63B...

  • Page 54: Features

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE Features AmpliTube X-DRIVE • Breakthrough software and hardware integration for guitarists • State-of-the-art DSP in a road-worthy anodized aluminum chassis • 16 different algorithms, 50 factory presets (300 storable presets) • Distortion, overdrive, fuzz, compressor and more + cab emulation • Includes exclusive virtual X-DRIVE version for use in AmpliTube 5...

  • Page 55: System Requirements

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE System Requirements AmpliTube 5 AmpliTube is a 64-bit application and requires a 64-bit CPU and Operating System. Mac® (64-bits) • Minimal: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo (Intel Core i5 suggested), 4 GB of RAM (8 GB suggested), macOS 10.10 or later.

  • Page 56: Amplitube X-Gear Series

    AmpliTube X-DRIVE AmpliTube X-GEAR series Discover the full AmpliTube X-GEAR series: X-DRIVE X-SPACE Distortion Reverb X-TIME X-VIBE Delay Modulation Learn more at www.ikmultimedia.com/xgear AmpliTube X-GEAR series...
  • Page 57 IK Multimedia Production Srl. All other product names and images, trademarks and artists names are the property of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with IK Multimedia. Product names are used solely for the purpose of identifying the specific products that were studied during IK Multimedia’s sound model development and for describing certain types of tones produced with IK Multimedia’s...

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