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Page 1 - Guitar Effects Processor

User GuideGuitar Effects ProcessorMPX G2

Page 2 - DO NOT OPEN

Complete descriptions ofthe MPX G2 InternalcontrollersCheck here for solutionsto common problemsComplete descriptions ofthe MPX G2 programsReverb Effe

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7-9The Effects and ParametersMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalTune -4800 to +1900 cents Pitch sh

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Lexicon7-10MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off, -89dB to +6dB Amount of effect in processed signalKey C to B Pitch root of scaleScale

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7-11The Effects and ParametersMix* 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalPan 1* 50L to C to 50R Left inp

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Lexicon7-12MPX G2 User GuideIn Tremolo (M), the left and rightinputs are mixed together, then alocal sinewave generator modu-lates the volume.In Tr

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7-13The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel 0ff, -89dB to +6dB Amount of effect i

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Lexicon7-14MPX G2 User GuideThe sound and rate of this phaseshifter are modeled on a vintageMXR Phase 90 stomp box — asignature component of the

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7-15The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel 0ff, -89dB to +6dB Amount of effect i

Page 10 - Contents, cont'd

Lexicon7-16MPX G2 User GuideOctaBuzz is a very simple effectthat mimics the “full wave rectifier”circuit used in many octave fuzzpedals, like the Oc

Page 11 - Foreword

7-17The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterSweepFilter1-Band (M)92 19050 190Mix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off

Page 12 - Introduction

Lexicon7-18MPX G2 User GuideWah 1 Wah 2Wah 1, Wah 2 and PedalWah1, PedalWah271 190* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterMix 0-100% Dry/

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ForewordWhen we started development on the MPX G2 Guitar Effects Processor and theMPX R1 MIDI Remote Controller, we knew we were designing for the mos

Page 14 - Product Overview

7-19The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterVolume (M), Volume (S) and Volume (D)13 190Volume (S)17 190Voume (M

Page 15 - The Rear Panel

Lexicon7-20MPX G2 User GuideHandy pitches:D#0=19.445Hz A4=440Hz B5=987.77Hz D#8=4978Hz D#9=9956HzMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off, -89 to +6dB Amoun

Page 16 - Quick Start

7-21The Effects and ParametersChorusMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalRate1 0-50Hz or Left and ri

Page 17 - Stand Alone:

Lexicon7-22MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalTune 0-100 Pitch shift(Optimize) 10

Page 18 - Amp Input Only:

7-23The Effects and ParametersOriginally, flanging effects werecreated by simultaneously playingtwo identical programs on two taperecorders, then usin

Page 19 - Amp Input & FX Loop:

Lexicon7-24MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalRate1 0-50Hz or Left Mod rate or pe

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7-25The Effects and ParametersMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalRate1 0-50Hz or Left Mod and Pa

Page 21 - Equipment

Lexicon7-26MPX G2 User GuideThe Centrifuge effects have apair of modulated left and rightdelays routed into a single autopanner. In these

Page 22

7-27The Effects and ParametersThe Comb effects work by com-bining the original input signal witha micro-delayed version. The tinydelay difference betw

Page 23 - Signal Flow

Lexicon7-28MPX G2 User Guide* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterVolume (M), Volume (S) and Volume (D)13 190Volume (S)17 190Voume (M)T

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Thank you for your purchase of the MPX G2 Guitar Effects Processor. The MPXG2 works with any amp, from combo to stack, allowing you to place authentic

Page 25 - Signal Routing

7-29The Effects and ParametersDelay EffectsThe Delay effects include delay, echo, looping and ducking effects. Delays are highquality digital delays.

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Lexicon7-30MPX G2 User GuideDelay (M) is a simple mono de-lay with feedback.Delay (S) is a simple stereo de-lay with feedback.Delay (D) is a dual dela

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7-31The Effects and ParametersThe Echo effects are similar tothe Delay effects, except the feed-back inputs are sent through 1-pole low-pass fil

Page 28 - Basic Operation

Lexicon7-32MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalTime 0-20000ms Delay time1:24-24:1e

Page 29 - Loading and Playing

7-33The Effects and ParametersMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel 0ff, -89dB to +6dB Amount of effect in processsed signalSize 0-20,000ms Loop size in ms (d

Page 30 - Tone Controls

Lexicon7-34MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalTime 0 -20,000ms Delay time1:24-24:

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7-35The Effects and ParametersReverb EffectsMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalSize 4.0-35.0 meter

Page 32 - Gain Drive

Lexicon7-36MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalSize 4.0-76.0 meters Length of room

Page 33 - Sort programs

7-37The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in

Page 34 - Yes or No

Lexicon7-38MPX G2 User GuideEQ EffectsAt its simplest, equalization is the process of cutting and boosting certainfrequencies to make porti

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An A/B glide function is also available from the front panel — and of course we'vedesigned presets to show this function off to its fullest. Whe

Page 36 - XXX of 190 used

7-39The Effects and ParametersMPX G2 Parametric EQ: QFc=1000Hz Gain=±18dB Q=0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0, 8.0, 10.0MPX G2 Parametric EQ: GainFc=1

Page 37 - < > ❚ 100% 0 dB

Lexicon7-40MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalGain (1-4) -72 to +24dB Boost/cut g

Page 38 - > Mix

7-41The Effects and ParametersMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel* Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalLoCut 100-10000Hz Corner freque

Page 39 - < > 100% 0dB

Lexicon7-42MPX G2 User GuideVolume (M), Volume (S) and Volume (D)13 190Volume (S)17 190Voume (M)The Volume effects can beplaced in front of, or be

Page 40 - Speaker Sim

7-43The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterPedalVol and ExtPedalVol13 190PedalVol is the same as Vol-ume (

Page 41 - Speaker Sim Routing

Lexicon7-44MPX G2 User Guide

Page 42 - Noise Gate

8-1MPX G2 Internal Controllers8MPX G2 InternalControllersThis chapter describes all of the MPX G2 internal controllers. Examples ofpresets which ma

Page 43 - ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide8-2A/BParameter Range DescriptionMode Trig, Gate See notes.ARate 0-100 Time to go from A to BBRate 0-100 Time to go from B to

Page 44 - 1=2=g=C=D=R=E

8-3MPX G2 Internal ControllersEnv is an envelope follower which creates an output that varies with the level ofthe Src parameter. You can choose any t

Page 45 - Routing Map

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide8-4

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1-1Product OverviewThe Front PanelInput/OutputDual-function knobcontrols input and out-put levels.Level and Clip LEDsindicate presence ofsignal a

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9-1MPX G2 Program Descriptions9ProgramDescriptionsThe 250 MPX G2 programs are organized into three major groups:1-99: Amp Input + FX Loop programs de

Page 48 - Cordovox Routing Map

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-22 Guitar SoloAnalog Screamer with detuning delay and classic plate reverb. The MPX R1 pedalcontrols volume so you can swell

Page 49 - Octave Fuzz Routing Map

9-3MPX G2 Program Descriptions11 Rotary CabA Leslie with a bit of chamber to fatten up the sound. Press Gain to add a little grit, so whenyou dig in y

Page 50 - Infinite Echo Routing Map

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-4Programs 20-29 are organized to work as a custom effects rig when used with the MPXR1 MIDI Remote Controller. All of the pr

Page 51 - Patching

9-5MPX G2 Program DescriptionsPrograms 20 and 26-29 are variations of 21-25. Each offers the same combination ofWah, Screamer and modulation effects w

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LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-6Programs 30-39 are based on combinations of Screamer, Compressor, Wah, VolumePedal, Chorus, Delay and Hall Reverb. In all o

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9-7MPX G2 Program Descriptions36 CompChorus+A cleaner version of TS Chorus+ with BlueComp in place of the Screamer for cleanertone.37 CompDelay+A clea

Page 54 - Edited Original

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-8Programs 40-49 are ogranized as a custom effects rig when used with the MPX R1 MIDIRemote Controller.All fo the programs fe

Page 55 - < > FX 1Level

9-9MPX G2 Program DescriptionsPrograms 40 and 46-49 use the pitch shifter to produce harmony effects. All of the effectsexcept Overdrive are in the ef

Page 56 - Press Store to

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-10Programs 50-59 are ogranized as a custom effects rig when used with the MPX R1 MIDIRemote Controller. All of the programs

Page 57 - Copy Effect

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-2The Rear PanelAC PowerStandard 3-pin IEC power connector.100-240V, 50-60Hz automatic switchingto correct voltage range.

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9-11MPX G2 Program Descriptions55 Chaos DanceThis techno rhythm effect is produced by hitting the amp input with a randomizedenvelope filt

Page 59 - Patch Sources

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-12Programs 60-79 each contain a single effect. Use them alone, or as building blocks tocreate your own multi-effects program

Page 60 - Controller Activity

9-13MPX G2 Program Descriptions76 Tap EchoTap sets the echo rhythm. A/B turns the input to the echo on and off (so that the repeatsring out when you t

Page 61 - Controller Assignment

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-14Programs 90-94 are set up to have the MPX G2 front panel buttons or the MPX R1 control:Tap = Record LoopA/B = LayerDelay =

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9-15MPX G2 Program DescriptionsPrograms 100-149 are designed to be used with the MPX G2connected to a guitar amp with no effects loop.Top Ten(Amp Inpu

Page 63 - > Unchanged

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-16106 EnvFilter LPA very funky, synth-like effect, reminiscent of a Mu-tron III set to “LP”. The dynamics ofyour playing ope

Page 64 - Clearing Patches

9-17MPX G2 Program Descriptions118 Fuzz 1Analog fuzz.119 Fuzz 2A more aggressive variation of Fuzz 1.Programs 120-139 each contain a single effect. Us

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LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-18133 S/H PedalA recreation of the Maestro pedal used by Frank Zappa in the 70's.134 V-WahOur recreation of the classic

Page 66 - System Controls

9-19MPX G2 Program DescriptionsPrograms 145-149 are set up to have the MPX G2 front panel buttons or the MPX R1control:Tap = Record LoopA/B = LayerDel

Page 67 - Tempo Mode

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-20Programs 150-248 are designed to be used with the MPX G2connected directly to a mixer or power ampTop Ten(Stand Alone)150

Page 68 - Post Bypass

1-3Product OverviewInstallation NotesMountingThe MPX G2 is equipped with a 3-pin IEC power connector and detachablecord. The unit will operate with p

Page 69 - Send Bypass

9-21MPX G2 Program Descriptions156 Metal StackGet out your heaviest chops and burn. Super high gain setting with lots of tone and justa hint of ambien

Page 70 - Setup Store

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-22167 Blow By…Play any riff from this album. A simple, moderately clean sound. The MPX R1 Toe Switchactivates pedal wah.168

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9-23MPX G2 Program DescriptionsPrograms 180-199 give you a collection of guitar amp tones from vintage to modern andeverything in between.180 American

Page 72 - Yes or No

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-24195 Little AmpA tiny “hog-style” amp with a 6 inch speaker.196 Phone FilterOvercompressed and drastically EQ’d, this is an

Page 73 - < > Knob=CC78

9-25MPX G2 Program Descriptions201 Acoustic RoomThis program is designed for acoustic guitar. The reverb blooms nicely behind the notesthanks to a com

Page 74 - Automation

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-26Programs 210-219 are designed to give you a collection of classic studio effects forrecording guitar tracks. Each program

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9-27MPX G2 Program Descriptions217 EQ DelayA mono 20-second delay with 2-band parameteric EQ in the feedback path. In thisprogram the EQ is set to sim

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LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-28226 Country RockSimilar to Rockabilly with a hotter, more overdriven preamp sound. Useful for a lot ofcurrent country soun

Page 77 - Initialize

9-29MPX G2 Program Descriptions236 Pitch CascadeThis special effect is created by putting a dual pitch shifter in the feedback loop of a dualdelay. Ta

Page 78 - 251 to 300

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide9-30Programs 245-248 are set up to have the MPX G2 front panel buttons or the MPX R1control:Tap = Record LoopA/B = LayerDelay

Page 79 - Starting at: 251

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-41. Turn the front panel Output control all the way down2. Connect the Left and Right outputs to two input channels of your

Page 80 - Dst:

Troubleshooting10-110TroubleshootingThis chapter is intended primarily to help you recognize some common errorstates which can be corrected from the M

Page 81 - Bypass Patches

10-2LexiconMPX G2 User GuideThe MPX G2 doesn't respond to SysEx commands.Check the SysEx setting (and the Receive Device ID selection) in the Sys

Page 82 - Global Effects

11-1Specifications11MPX G2SpecificationsI/OInstrument input: mono 1/4 inch 1megΩ unbalanced, with analog soft clipping circuit and frontpanel input le

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Lexicon11-2MPX G2 User GuideInternal Audio Data PathsConversion: 24-bit A/D, 24-bit D/ADSP: 32 bitsControl InterfaceMIDI: 7-pin DIN connector for MIDI

Page 84 - MIDI Operation

1-5Product Overview1. Load MPX G2 program 249 Unity Gain.2. Plug your guitar directly into your amp and set the guitar volume to acomfortable listen

Page 85 - Tempo Rate

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-6This is a bit more detailed than Stand alone or Amp Input Only setup — you’llbe connecting the MPX G2 to both sides of your

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1-7Product Overview3. Connect the amp’s effects loop send to the MPX G2 rear panel InsertReturns jacks. (Note that when you make this connection, the

Page 88 - Messages

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-8Footswitch/FootpedalOne 1/4 inch T/R/S phone jack is provided for 3 momentary footswitches.Another 1/4 inch T/R/

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1-9Product OverviewPannerAuto PanTremolo (M)Tremolo (S)UniVybeCustomVybePhaserOrangePhaseRedCompReverbEffect 2Effect 1Fc SplitterCrossoverVolume (M)Vo

Page 90 - Bulk Data Dumps

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-10Signal FlowPre-Gain PathFollowing are diagrams showing signal flow in the MPX G2 Pre-Gain and Post-Gain paths. When combin

Page 91 - MIDI Implementation Chart

1-11Product OverviewThe MPX G2 is a complete guitar processing system. As such it has twoindependent audio paths: one for effects that go

Page 92 - Parameters

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-12The MPX G2 Insert Send is always active. When Gain is on, its signal is from theGain block output. When Gain is bypassed,

Page 93

1-13Product OverviewThe MPX G2 Main Outputs are set to stereo at the factory. When connecting theMPX G2 to an external device with a mono input (such

Page 94 - Gain Effects

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide1-14

Page 95 - Screamer

2-1Basic Operation2Basic OperationBeginning with a menu tree to guide you through the major areas of the MPX G2,this chapter focuses on the basics tha

Page 96 - Overdrive

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide2-2Loading and Playingwith ProgramsPressing the front panel Program button accesses the MPX G2 library of 300presets and user

Page 98

2-3Basic OperationThe front panel Effect buttons light to show you which effect blocks are active.— When you're scrolling through programs, they&

Page 99 - Effect1 and Effect2

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide2-4TapFlashing of the Tempo LED indi-cates that Tap is active. Press Taptwice in rhythm to change the tempoof delay or mo

Page 100 - Mix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratio

2-5Basic OperationA/B is a unique glide function which allows you to "morph" between selectedparameters. Most effect parameters (or groups o

Page 101 - Diatonic Hmy

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide2-6Using the DataBaseThe MPX G2 has a database sorting function which allows you to sort and searchfor programs in various cat

Page 102 - Auto Pan

2-7Basic OperationProgram StoreProgram Name251 availableAre you sure?Yes or NoOnce you've made changes to a program, such as turning an effect o

Page 103 - Tremolo (M) and Tremolo (S)

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide2-8

Page 104 - CustomVybe

3-1Editing3EditingThis chapter describes all of the MPX G2 edit functions. As the first thing you arelikely to want to modify in a program are its eff

Page 105 - OrangePhase

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-2The Effect type isshown in the upperleft of the display.Fields which are selectedfor changing will blink.The item on the

Page 106 - DigiDrive1 and DigiDrive2

3-3EditingThe MPX G2 Edit menus give you access to all of the controls you need to createyour own programs. Whether you want to view the meter displa

Page 107 - OctaBuzz

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-4The knob will adjust the flashing parameter value.Use > to step to the Level parameter, or to step forwardto the next s

Page 108 - 1-Band (M)

DanskVigtig information om sikkerhedGem denne vejledning til senere brug.Følg alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet.Apparatet skal altid tilsl

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3-5EditingSpeaker SimThe MPX G2 has a progammable analog speaker simulator which is locatedbetween the pre- and post-gain paths. When used as a stand

Page 110 - PedalVol and ExtPedalVol

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-6All routing to and from the SpeakerSimulator is automatic, based on whichInsert Return jacks are used andwhether

Page 111 - Test Tone

3-7EditingNoise GateThe MPX G2 has two integrated noise gates, one analog and one digital. Bothare driven by the direct signal. The gates share a comm

Page 112 - Chorus Effects

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-8MetersThe G2 has a built-in meter array that allows you to simultaneously view guitarinput level, main output levels as wel

Page 113 - Detune (M)

3-9EditingEffect Order 1=2=g=C=D=R=ESelecting Effect Order from the Edit menu allows you to put the seven MPX G2Effect blocks in any order you wish.

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LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-10Routing MapThe MPX G2 allows you to reconfigure the effect blocks along audio paths ofyour own design. The Routing Map is

Page 115 - Rotary Cab

3-11EditingThe path through an MPX G2 DSP effect block looks like this:Note that the dry path through the effect is stereo, and a variable wet/dry mix

Page 116 - The Effects and Parameters

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-12The routing page lets you alter the connections between the inputs of theselected block and the outputs of the

Page 117 - Centrifuge1 and Centrifuge2

3-13EditingIn the following examples we’ve selected three presets that demonstratecreative applications of the routing and connection capabil

Page 118 - Comb 1 and Comb 2

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-14The Octave Fuzz program combines sub-octave and Octavia-style effects withanalog distortion. When connected to the high ga

Page 119

Dieses Dreieck auf Ihrem Apparat bedeutet daß wichtige Betriebs-und Wartungsanweisungen in der mitgelieferten Dokumentation zufinden sind.Dieses Drei

Page 120 - Delay Effects

3-15EditingThe Infinite Echo program is an analog tape delay effect with auto ducking andinfinite feedback. It demonstrates the routing techniques u

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LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-16The Overdrive effect produces the analog tone and saturation of tape echoelectronics.The Detuner is patched to the

Page 122

3-17EditingControllersThis Edit menu selection provides controls for making individual adjustmentsand assignments for each of the MPX G2 internal cont

Page 123 - MPX G2 User Guide

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-18TempoRateSourceThe parameters in the Tempo menu: Rate, Source, Beat Value, Tap Average,Tap Source and Source Level, allow

Page 124

3-19EditingBeat ValueTap SourcePress Options to set a Tap Aver-age for more gradual tempochanges when you press Tap.Press Options to set a Ta

Page 125

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-20The MPX G2 allows you to individually tag all 250 programs for easy sorting byStyle and/or Effect and Application type. T

Page 126 - Reverb Effects

3-21EditingThe item on the lower line of the display which is selected for adjustment willflash. Use the < and > buttons to move between the dis

Page 127 - Ambience

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide3-22Copy Effect lets you take an Effect from any program in the MPX G2 and copyit into the current program. To use this functi

Page 128 - NO PROCESSING STEPS USED

4-1Patching4PatchingPatching is the ability to assign a control (Source) to a parameter (Destination).This allows you to alter the value of the parame

Page 129 - EQ Effects

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide4-2In this example, the Source assignmentfield is selected. The knob will scroll throughall of the available Source selec

Page 130 - EQ Tips (for tweakers only)

ContentsIntroduction1. Product OverviewThe Front Panel ... 1-1The Rear

Page 131 - 1-Band (S), and 2-Band (S)

4-3PatchingWith Src selected, press Optionsto set range limits for the controlleryou have selected. Press Optionsagain to return to the Patch Sourcea

Page 132 - 1-Band (D) and 2-Band (D)

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide4-4MIDI Learn — AutomaticController AssignmentFrom the Source Activity screen, press > toaccess MIDI Learn.Src: MID

Page 133 - Crossover

4-5PatchingFor most applications, the default full-range Destination values are all you willwant, as these allow your selected Source to exert direct

Page 134

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide4-6Linear or NonlinearControlPressing Options from either ofthe Destination value screens letsyou determine the control rela

Page 135

4-7PatchingIf you create two or more patches with the same Destination, the Destinationvalue will be the sum of all patches assigned to it.For example

Page 136 - Controllers

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide4-8

Page 137 - Random Generator

5-1System Controls5System ControlsThe System menus shown below provide access to all of the controls whichaffect overall operation of the MPX G2, such

Page 138 - Footswitch Controllers

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-2MixPgm BypassModesThe MPX G2 Modes menu allows you to specify certain system-wide param-eters and modes of operation for c

Page 139 - LexiconMPX G2 User Guide

5-3System ControlsThe MPX G2 provides a memory protection feature to prevent accidentaloverwriting of your stored programs. When this contro

Page 140 - Descriptions

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-4InsertSend BypassThe SendBypass parameter allows you to set the bypass behavior of the pre-gain path (everything between th

Page 141

Contents, cont'd.3. EditingEffect Editing ... 3-1The MPX G2 Ed

Page 142 - MPX G2 Program Descriptions

5-5System ControlsSetup Load andSetup StoreMenu Parameter Default SettingProgram Database Sort by NumberSystem Audio Output Mode AnalogSoft Sat OffMod

Page 143 - Vintage Rig

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-6The LED in the Store button will flash. When you press Store the display willshow:Then the MPX G2 will return to normal op

Page 144

5-7System ControlsMIDIThis menu contains all of the MPX G2 MIDI controls. The operation of each ofthese controls is described here. More information

Page 145 - Chorus Delay Rig

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-8If Transmit is active (set to any channel), you can select any of the controllersshown to the side to transmit MIDI control

Page 146

5-9System ControlsDumpPress Options toselect MIDI transmitspeed. Press Optionsagain to exit.This control is provided for recording changes in a se

Page 147 - Pitch Rig

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-10MIDI Maps Pgm Maps select:< > Map 1With the map number you want to work with dis-played in the lower right of the di

Page 148

5-11System ControlsProgram ChainsOnce you've created maps, you can make them active by setting the DataBasesorting option to Show Members of MIDI

Page 149 - Filter Effects

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-12InitializeSelecting any item in the Initialize menu will restore portions of the MPX G2 totheir factory default settings.

Page 150

5-13System ControlsClear ProgramsThis control allows you to clear a single User program, or any number ofconsecutively numbered User prog

Page 151 - Effects Collection

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-14Copy ProgramsThis control allows you to copy a single program, or any number of consecutivelynumbered programs into a new

Page 152 - Analog Gain

Contents, cont'd.Insert ... 5-4FX Loop ...

Page 153 - (Amp Input + FX Loop)

5-15System ControlsGlobal PatchesTen global patch assignments are available which allow you to assign anexternal controller to the MPX G2 Po

Page 154 - (Amp Input Only)

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-16Calibrate Pedal This control allows you to achieve full range output of any connected 10k-100kcontinuously variable footpe

Page 155

5-17System ControlsTuner ModeGlobal EffectsThe Global Effects modes provide quick and useful ways of changing the overallbehavior of the G2 to fit spe

Page 156

LexiconMPX G2 User Guide5-18When Speaker Sim mode is set to Global, the current settings of the speakersimulator override the settings stored with eac

Page 157 - Bass Effects

6-1MIDI Operation6MIDI OperationMost MPX G2 parameters and all programs can be accessed by MIDI. All MIDIapplications require the MPX G2 to be connect

Page 158

Lexicon6-2MPX G2 User GuideMIDI OutMIDI InSystem mode MIDI Clock Send set to OnTempo Rate set in Edit mode or by TapControlling MPX G2Tempo Ratewith

Page 159 - (Stand Alone)

6-3MIDI OperationMIDI InMIDI OutMIDI InMIDI ThruMIDI InMIDI Out(MIDI Clock)Edit mode Tempo Source set to MIDIThe configuration below shows the MIDI co

Page 160 - Artist/Song

Lexicon6-4MPX G2 User GuideSome synthesizers and controllers cannot send the full range of MIDI programchange messages (1-128). Others may appear to

Page 161

6-5MIDI OperationReception of MIDI Program Change and Bank Select messages can beselectively enabled/disabled from the System mode MIDI menu

Page 162 - Amp Collection

Lexicon6-6MPX G2 User GuideAutomationThe MPX G2 will transmit SysEx automation messages when the System modeMIDI Automation parameter is set to On. V

Page 163 - Studio Spaces

Contents, cont'd.7. The Effects and ParametersNotes on Combining Effects ... 7-2Notes

Page 164

6-7MIDI OperationThe following MIDI controllers are available as Dynamic MIDI patch sources:MIDI Controllers1-31, 33-119 Continuous or switches: 0–127

Page 165 - Studio Effects

Lexicon6-8MPX G2 User GuideMIDI Implementation ChartMode 1: OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2: OMNI ON, MONO O : Yes OX: SelectableMode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4:

Page 166

7-1The Effects and Parameters7The Effects andParametersThe MPX G2 contains a library of 76 effects, each of which is described in detailin this sectio

Page 167 - Tremolo/Pitch

Lexicon7-2MPX G2 User GuideNotes onCombining EffectsDifferent effects require different amounts of MPX G2 processing. The followingnotes should be ke

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7-3The Effects and ParametersLo ± 25dB Clean low frequency boost/cutMid +12/-25dB Clean mid frequency boost/cutHi ± 25dB Clean high frequency boost/cu

Page 169 - (All Configurations)

Lexicon7-4MPX G2 User GuideLo ± 5dB Low frequency boost/cutMid ±5dB Mid frequency boost/cutHi 0-5dB High frequency boostDrive 0-40 Amount of overdrive

Page 170 - Troubleshooting

7-5The Effects and Parameters* = Interpolated; ( ) = Option of preceding parameterLo ± 15dB Low frequency boost/cutMid ±15dB Mid frequency boost/cutHi

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Lexicon7-6MPX G2 User GuideLo -25dB to +18dB Low frequency DriveMid -25dB to +18dB Mid frequency DriveHi 0-18dB High frequency DriveDrive 0-50 Amount

Page 172 - Specifications

7-7The Effects and Parameters0 190As a general guideline, set InLvl to approximately -15dB when working on cleanor crunch sounds. Use higher values wh

Page 173 - Electrical Approvals

Lexicon7-8MPX G2 User GuideMix 0-100% Dry/Wet ratioLevel Off, -89 to +6dB Amount of effect in the processed signalTune, Tune1, 2 0-100 Pitch shift(Opt

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