Alesis X quick start Bottom Jacks, Effect Processor Controls

Bottom Jacks

1.Expression Pedal Input – Plug in an optional expression pedal to control one of the effects within the multi-effects processor.

2.AC Adapter Jack – Plug in an optional AC adapter using this outlet.

Effect Processor Controls

Use the controls on the top of the X Guitar to operate the built-in effects.

1.Display – In PLAY mode, the display shows the bank letter (A-H) on the left and the bank’s program number (0-9) on the right. A small dot on the lower right hand side indicates that you’ve edited a program. Another small dot in the bottom middle of the display is dedicated to indicating sharp notes when the tuner is activated.

2.Program Up/Down buttons – Use these buttons to access different programs. Press them both together to mute the guitar and use the built-in tuner.

3.Effect Knob – In Play mode, pressing the PROGRAM UP/DOWN buttons or turning the VALUE knob cycles accesses different programs. Turning the EFFECT knob to any other position allows you to edit the effects. An effects reference is provided in the following pages.

4.Value Knob – Turn this knob to change the value of whatever’s selected using the EFFECT knob. Press VALUE to store programs. Press and turn VALUE to raise or lower the overall level of the effects module. This feature can be valuable for matching the signal strength from the X Guitar to the amplifier, mixer, or other device to which the guitar is connected.

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