Operation Manual

Introduction
T h a n k y o u f o r s e l e c t i n g t h e Z O O M M O D E L I N G G U I TA R
AMPLIFIER FIRE-30 (simply called the "FIRE-30" in this manual).
Please take the time to read this manual carefully so as to get the most
out of this product and to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference.

Contents
USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Input/preamplifier section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Effect section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Patch section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Output/control section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the FIRE-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loading and storing patches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Loading a patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storing a patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the built-in tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Switching the mode with the foot switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Returning the FIRE-30 to the factory default settings (all initialize) . . 17
Drive Types and Effect Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
ZNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MODULATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
DELAY/REVERB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Patch List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
 USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In this manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions for you to read so that accidents can
be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows:

This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous

matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong
Warning
way, serious injury or death could result.

This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users

ignore this symbol and handle the device the wrong way, bodily injury
Caution and damage to the equipment could result.

Please observe the following safety tips and precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the FIRE-30.

Power requirements
Connect only to AC power outlets rated 100-120 V or 220-240 V 50/60Hz (depending on the
Warning voltage range of the unit; refer to the back panel).

When not using the unit for an extended time, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

Environment
Avoid using your FIRE-30 in environments where it will be exposed to:

Caution
Extreme temperatures
High humidity or moisture
Excessive dust or sand
Excessive vibration or shock

Handling
The FIRE-30 is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue pressure on the keys and other
controls. Also take care not to drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive pressure.
Caution

Alterations
Never open the case of the FIRE-30 or attempt to modify the product in any way since this can
Warning result in damage to the unit.

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Volume
Do not use the FIRE-30 at a loud volume for a long time since this can cause hearing
Caution impairment.

Connecting cables and input and output jacks

You should always turn off the power to the FIRE-30 and all other equipment before connecting
Caution or disconnecting any cables. Also make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the power
cord before moving the FIRE-30.

Usage Precautions
Electrical interference
For safety considerations, the FIRE-30 has been designed to provide maximum protection against the
emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external interference.
However, equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits powerful electromagnetic
waves should not be placed near the FIRE-30, as the possibility of interference cannot be ruled out
entirely.

With any type of digital control device, the FIRE-30 included, electromagnetic interference can cause
malfunctioning and can corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to minimize the risk of damage.

Cleaning
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the FIRE-30. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use abrasive
cleanser, wax, or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may dull the finish or
damage the surface.

Please keep this manual in a convenient place for future reference.

ZOOM Corporation
Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, by any means, is prohibited.

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Features
Features
Versatile guitar amplifier and compact effect sound modeling
The FIRE-30 lets you select from 22 drive types which faithfully duplicate the sound of famous
guitar amplifiers and compact effects. The available choices range from vintage amps to modern
distortion sounds, and everything in between. There are also one-touch keys that let you boost the
sound, prolong sustain, and emphasize lows or highs.

Digital effects ideal for guitar play

The FIRE-30 also incorporates a full range of modulation effects and reverb/delay effects.

Store amp settings as patches

Multiple amplifier and effect settings can be easily stored as user patches. This allows you to
instantly call up a desired combination of settings and effects, using the keys on the panel of the
unit or using an optional foot switch. A number of preset patches with recommended settings are
also available.

POWER DAMP SWITCH

With the FIRE-30, you can lower the volume without loss of sound character by power amp.

Built-in auto-chromatic tuner

An easy-to-use auto-chromatic tuner is built right into the unit.

Versatile input/output configuration

The AUX IN jack makes it easy to connect a CD player, MD player or other source device. The
RECORDING/PHONES jack lets you plug in a pair of headphones or a recorder.

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Controls and Functions
Input/preamplifier section Output/control section

Patch section Effect section

Input/preamplifier section
This section comprises the input jack and controls for adjusting distortion depth and tone.

(2) (4) (5) (6)

(1) (3) (7) (9)

(8) (10)

(1) [INPUT] jack

Connect the electric guitar here, using a dedicated instrument cable.
(2) [VARIATION] key
(3) [DRIVE TYPE] knob
Select the simulated amp type and distortion (drive) type.
The [DRIVE TYPE] knob gives access to 11 types, and the [VARIATION] key provides further
variations (vintage/standard). The LED for the currently selected variation lights up.
(4) [GAIN] knob
Adjusts the input gain. Turning this knob up increases distortion depth.
(5) [BASS]/[MIDDLE]/[TREBLE] knobs
This is a 3-band equalizer that allows boost/cut in the low, medium, and high frequency range.

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Controls and Functions

(6) [LEVEL] knob

Adjusts the volume after passing the preamplifier.
(7) [BOOST] key
Setting this key to ON (LED lit) boosts the sound pressure level.
(8) [SUSTAIN] key
Setting this key to ON (LED lit) produces longer sustain.
(9) [EDGE] key
Setting this key to ON (LED lit) emphasizes the high frequencies.
(10) [BOTTOM] key
Setting this key to ON (LED lit) emphasizes the low frequencies.

Effect section
This section controls the built-in digital effects. The FIRE-30 provides modulation effects and
delay/reverb effects.

(2) (3) (4)

(1)

(1) [TYPE] key (MODULATION)

Selects the effect type to be used for the modulation effect. The key also turns the modulation
effect on or off.
(2) [VALUE] knob (MODULATION)
Serves to change the effect parameter (effect intensity) of the currently selected modulation effect.
(3) [TYPE/TIME] knob (DELAY/REVERB)
Selects the effect type to be used as delay/reverb effect and adjusts the effect parameter
(reverberation duration and delay interval).
(4) [MIX] knob (DELAY/REVERB)
Adjusts the depth of the delay/reverb effect (guitar and effect mixing balance).

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Patch section
This section lets you store and recall effect patches. It also serves to operate the built-in tuner and
noise reduction functions.

(4) (5) (7)

(1)

(2)

(3) (6) (8)

(1) [MANUAL] key

(2) [PROGRAM/BANK] key
This key switches between manual mode, where you use the controls on the front panel to shape
the sound, and program mode where you use settings stored in preprogrammed patches.
When the [MANUAL] key is ON (LED lit), the manual mode is selected. When the [PROGRAM/
BANK] key is ON (LED lit), the program mode is selected. (The default setting at power-on is
manual mode.)
(3) Display
Shows the number of the currently selected patch, or the value of setting parameters of the FIRE-30.
(4) [Q]/[W] keys
Serve to switch between patches and to adjust ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction).
(5) [STORE] key
Stores the current settings as a user patch.
(6) [EXIT] key
Cancels an operation and calls up the number of the currently selected patch onto the display.
(7) [TUNER] key
This key activates the built-in tuner of the FIRE-30.
(8) [ZNR] key
This key turns ZOOM Noise Reduction on or off. (ZNR is ON by default at power-on.)

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Output/control section
This section lets you adjust the overall amp volume and connect external devices including a foot switch.

(2)

(1) (3)

(4) (5) (6)

(1) [POWER DAMP] switch

This switch allows you to lower the volume without loss of sound character by power amp.
(2) [MASTER] knob
Adjusts the volume.
(3) [POWER] switch
Controls the power on/off status.
(4) FOOT SW jack
A separately available foot switch (ZOOM FS-01) can be connected here, allowing you to toggle
between manual mode and program mode with your foot.
(5) [AUX IN] jack
This is a stereo input that accepts the signal from a CD player or MD player.
(6) [RECORDING/PHONES] jack
This is a stereo output that can be used to connect a recording device or a pair of headphones.

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Connections
This section explains how to operate the panel controls and how to use patches and other

To input the signal from a CD player or

other stereo playback device, use a stereo
cable and connect it to the [AUX IN] jack.
When connecting a multi-effect The signal input here is mixed internally
device (such as the ZOOM 606 with the guitar signal.
or 707II) between the guitar and
the FIRE-30, set the [DRIVE
Guitar TYPE] knob to "EFFECT IN".

CD player or similar

606 or similar effect pedal

Power Cord

FS01

To toggle between manual To monitor the output of the

Headphones
mode and program mode FIRE-15 with headphones,
with your foot, connect connect the headphone plug to the
the separately available [RECORDING/PHONES] jack.
foot switch ZOOM FS-01 (When a plug is inserted in this
here. jack, the speaker output is
automatically turned off.)

To record the output of the FIRE-30,

connect the recording device such
as the ZOOM MRS-1266 to the
[RECORDING/PHONES] jack.

MRS-1266 or similar recording device

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Using the FIRE-30
functions of the FIRE-30.

Basic operation
1. Verify that the [MASTER] knob is turned to the 0 position. Then turn the [POWER] switch
on. Set the [GAIN]/[BASS]/[MIDDLE]/[TREBLE]/[LEVEL] knobs to the center position.
Immediately after turning on the power, the manual mode is selected ([MANUAL] key is lit).

-- Display in manual mode

2. Use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob and the [VARIATION] key to select the drive type and
variation.
Amplifier characteristics and distortion depth will differ, depending on the selected drive type. To
create your sound in manual mode, first use the [DRIVE TYPE] knob to select the drive type, and
then choose the variation (standard/vintage) with the [VARIATION] key.
(For information on available drive types, see page 18.)

3. Raise the [MASTER] knob to a suitable position, and adjust the distortion depth and
volume with the [GAIN] knob and [LEVEL] knob while playing your guitar.
Normally, you will use the [GAIN] knob to adjust distortion depth and the [LEVEL] knob to
adjust the level for a particular patch. The [MASTER] knob controls the overall volume, common
to all patches.

4. Use the [BASS]/[MIDDLE]/[TREBLE] knobs to adjust the tone.

You can also use the [BOOST], [SUSTAIN], [EDGE], and [BOTTOM] keys to increase the sound
pressure, prolong sustain, and emphasize the high or low frequency range.

5. To change the ZNR (ZOOM Noise Reduction) setting, press the [ZNR] key.
The LED of the key flashes, and the current setting (Z1 - Z9, oF) is shown for about 2 seconds on
the display. Use the [Q]/[W] keys to select the new setting. To switch ZNR on or off, press the
[ZNR] key once more. Higher setting values result in more effective noise reduction. Set the value
as high as possible without causing the sound to be cut off abruptly.

6. To turn the unit off, turn the [MASTER] knob all the way down and then turn off the
[POWER] switch.

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Using effects
The FIRE-30 incorporates two types of effects (modulation and delay/reverb). This section
explains how to activate the effects and use them to achieve various kinds of sound.

1. To use a modulation effect, press the corresponding [TYPE] key.

The respective LED lights up and the modulation effect is activated. The selected effect type and
setting value are shown for about 2 seconds on the display.

C1
Effect type Setting value

Available modulation effect types and their abbreviations are listed in the table below.

Key (effect type) Code Key (effect type) Code

[CHORUS] key C [AUTO WAH] key W

[FLANGER] key F [STEP] key S

[PHASE] key H [SLOW-A] (slow attack) key A

[DOUBLING] key D [PITCH] (pitch shift) key P

[TREMOLO] key T [RING MOD] (ring modulator) key R

2. Use the [VALUE] knob.

For example, if you press the [CHORUS] key in step 1 and then operate the [VALUE] knob, the
setting value changes in the range from C1 to C9, with the effect intensity (in this example the
chorus modulation rate) changing accordingly.
(For details regarding effect types and setting values, see pages 19 - 22.)

H INT
You can use only one type of modulation effect at a time.
Also if the effect type and setting value are not currently shown on the display, the setting value of the
currently selected effect type (whose TYPE key LED is lit) will change.

3. To use a delay/reverb effect, turn the [TYPE/TIME] knob and select the effect type and
setting value you want to use.

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When you operate the [TYPE/TIME] knob, the display shows the currently selected effect type
and the setting value.

D1
Effect type Setting value

The available delay/reverb effect types and the corresponding codes are shown in the table below.

Key (effect type) Code Key (effect type) Code

DELAY D ROOM R

ECHO E HALL H

When the knob is turned clockwise from the extreme left position, the effect type and value
settings cycle as follows: d1 - d9 (delay E1 - E9 (echo) r1 - r9 (room) H1 - H9 (hall). (For
details regarding effect types and setting values, see page 22.)

4. Use the [MIX] knob to adjust the ratio of original sound (guitar sound) and delay/reverb
sound.
The setting range is 0 - 9. Turning the knob clockwise increases the depth of the delay/reverb
effect. Turning the knob fully counterclockwise turns the delay/reverb effect off.

H INT
You can change the effect settings of patches in the same way in program mode.

Loading and storing patches

The FIRE-30 offers a bank of ten read/write user patches (U) and a bank of ten read-only preset
patches (A, b). Patches in each bank are numbered 0 - 9.

This section explains how to call up stored user patches or preset patches and how to save
amplifier and effect settings in a user patch.

Loading a patch

1. Press the [PROGRAM/BANK] key in the patch section, so that the LED lights up.
The FIRE-30 switches from manual mode to program mode, and the currently selected patch is

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shown on the display.

In program mode, the knobs and controls on the panel become inactive, and the settings of the
patch shown on the display are enabled.

2. Use the [Q]/[W] keys to select the bank and number of the desired patch.
With the [Q]/[W] keys, you can cycle through the patches in the order U0 - U9 A0 - A9
b0 - b9 U0 ... (For information on factory default patch contents, see page 17.)

Patch bank Patch number

U: User bank;
A, b: preset banks
4

When you press the [PROGRAM/BANK] key, the patch number stays the same and only the bank
is toggled: U1 A1 b1 U1.

3. Operate the controls in the input/preamp section and the effect section as required, to
adjust the distortion, tone, volume, effect type and intensity, etc.
It is also possible to modify a patch after it was loaded. When a knob or key was operated, a dot
appears at the bottom right of the display. This indicates that the contents of the patch have
changed. (When you return to the original settings, the dot disappears.)

4 Lit

H INT
You can store the contents of a changed user patch by pressing the [STORE] key. For information on the
procedure, see the section "Storing a patch".

N OTE
If you have changed some settings and then select another patch, the settings of the previous patch will
return to the stored condition. If you want to preserve your changes, store the user patch.

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Storing a patch

N OTE
When you store a patch, any patch currently stored under the same number will be overwritten (erased and
replaced with the new settings). Take care not to accidentally erase a patch that you want to keep.

1. Use the knobs and keys on the panel to establish the desired sound.

2. Press the [STORE] key in the patch section.

The indication "U" (for user bank) and the patch number (0 - 9) are shown on the display. In this
condition, storing the settings as a user patch is possible.

3. Use the [Q]/[W] keys to select the desired user patch (U0 - U9).
The preset patches (A0 - A9, b0 - b9) are read-only and cannot be selected as store targets.

4. To store the patch, press the [STORE] key once more.

The store process is carried out, and the unit goes into program mode.
To cancel the process and return to the condition of step 1, press the [EXIT] key instead of the
[STORE] key.

H INT
By calling up an existing patch and then selecting another destination for the store process, copying a patch
is possible.

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Using the built-in tuner

The FIRE-30 incorporates an auto-chromatic tuner which can be activated by pressing the
[TUNER] key.

1. Press the [TUNER] key in the patch section.

The LED of the key lights up and the internal tuner becomes active.
If you want to tune while keeping the sound output on, press the [TUNER] key only briefly. (The
display indication shows "tU".) If you want to tune while the sound is muted, hold down the
[TUNER] key somewhat longer. (Release the key when the display indication shows "Mt".)

T
Mute

Hold down MT

2. Play the open string you want to tune

The left side of the display shows the note which is closest to the current pitch. The right side of
the display shows how far the pitch is off. Adjust the pitch while observing the display.

Pitch is sharp Correct pitch Pitch is flat

A8 A8
The higher the rotation speed,
the more the pitch is off.

3. To change the tuner reference pitch, press one of the [Q]/[W] keys.
The current reference pitch is shown for two seconds. The default setting is "40" (center A = 440
Hz).

40

4. While the reference pitch is shown, you can use the [Q]/[W] keys to change the setting.
The setting range is 35 - 45 (center A = 435 Hz - 445 Hz).

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N OTE
When power is turned off and on again, the reference pitch is reset to "40" (center A = 440 Hz).

5. When tuning is complete, press the [TUNER] key to turn the tuner off.
The tuner function is disabled.

N OTE
During use of the tuner, effects are turned off.

Switching the mode with the foot switch

Using the separately available foot switch, you can toggle between manual mode and program
mode during play.

1. Turn off power to the FIRE-30 and connect the foot switch FS-01 (available separately)
to the [FOOT SW] jack.

N OTE
Please do not connect or disconnect the foot switch while power is turned on.

2. Turn power to the FIRE-30 on.

The FIRE-30 is in manual mode.

-- Display in manual mode

3. Press the foot switch while you are playing your instrument.
When you push the foot switch, the FIRE-30 switches to program mode, and the currently
selected patch becomes active. If required, use the [PROGRAM/BANK] key and [Q]/[W] keys to
switch the bank and patch number.

A1 Program mode display

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4. To return to manual mode, press the foot switch again, or press the [MANUAL] key.

Returning the FIRE-30 to the factory default settings

(all initialize)
If required, you can return the settings of the user patches (U0 - U9) to the condition in which the
unit was shipped. (This function is called "all initialize".)

N OTE
When you carry out this function, any settings that you have stored in user patches will be lost. Proceed with
care.

1. Hold down the [STORE] key while turning power to the unit on.
The indication "AL" appears on the display.

AL

2. To execute the all initialize function, press the [STORE] key once more.
All user patches are returned to the factory default condition. If you wish to cancel the process,
press the [EXIT] key instead of the [STORE] key.

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Drive Types and Effect Types
Drive Types and Effect Types
DRIVE
Selects the modeling material (amp) and distortion type (drive type).

Drive type Display Variation Name Description

Classic bluesy sound of built-in type tube
VINTAGE FDR BLUES
amp.
FDR FD
STANDARD FDR CLEAN Clean sound of built-in type tube amp.

VINTAGE J CLEAN Clean bright combo amp sound.

CLEAN CL
STANDARD MATCH Warm and powerful combo amp sound.

VINTAGE MS OLD Nostalgic British-style tube stack amp sound.

MS MS
STANDARD MS DRIVE British-style tube stack amp drive sound.

Sound of an old-style tube combo amp with

VINTAGE BG OLD
gutsy midrange.
BG BG
Drive sound of a tube stack amp with gutsy
STANDARD BG DRIVE
midrange.

VINTAGE MP 1 Sound of a high-gain tube preamplifier.

HI GAIN HG
Tube stack amp drive sound in the heavy
STANDARD PVY
metal style.

VINTAGE 9002 ZOOM original 9002 sound.

ZOOM M
STANDARD Z POWER ZOOM original powerful amp sound.

Sound of dry overdrive effect connected to

VINTAGE VINTAGE OD
combo amp.
OD/DIST OD
Sound of fully revved up distortion effect
STANDARD TB DIST
connected to combo amp.

Sound of high-gain aggressive fuzz connected

VINTAGE WILD FUZZ
to stack amp.
FUZZ F
Sound of nostalgic sixties fuzz connected to
STANDARD FUZZ
stack amp.

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Typical metal style sound with distinctive

VINTAGE MTZ
midrange.
METAL MT
STANDARD MT 7 Heavy metal sound great for 7-string guitar.

Changes the sound of an electric guitar into

VINTAGE AC FAT
that of an acoustic guitar.
ACOUSTIC A The DRIVE [VARIATION] key switches the
STANDARD AC STANDARD
style between fat and standard.
Clean guitar amp sound great for direct input
VINTAGE VINTAGE
to a ZOOM multi-effect processor.
EFFECT IN E The VINTAGE setting produces an even
STANDARD STANDARD
tighter sound.

ZNR
This is ZOOM's original noise reduction which suppresses noise during play pauses. Use the
[ZNR] key to turn the function on and off, and use the [Q]/[W] keys to adjust the setting value.

Setting Description
value

1 Higher settings result in more effective noise reduction. Set the

ZNR value as high as possible without causing the sound to be cut off
9 abruptly.

MODULATION
This effect gives body and vibration to the guitar sound. Use the [TYPE] key to select the effect
type and use the [VALUE] knob to adjust the setting value.

Setting
Effect type Description
value

C1 Mixes pitch-shifted components (up and down) to original signal,

CHORUS for spacious and solid sound. Higher setting values result in
C9 deeper chorus effect.

F1 Pitch-up/down modulation adds pronounced character to the

FLANGER
sound. Higher setting values result in faster modulation.
F6

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F7 Serial connection of flanger and chorus. Higher setting values

FLANGER
CHORUS result in faster flanger modulation. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
F9

H1 Adds a swooshing modulation to the sound. Higher setting values

PHASE
result in faster flanger modulation.
H6

H7 Serial connection of phaser and chorus. Higher setting values

PHASE
CHORUS result in faster phaser modulation. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
H9
This effect adds a very short-delay sound to the original sound,
D1 which gives the impression of several players playing the same
DOUBLING
phrase, resulting in more solid sound. Higher setting values result
D6
in stronger doubling action.

D7 Serial connection of doubling and chorus. Higher setting values

DOUBLING
CHORUS result in stronger doubling action. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
D9

T1 This effect varies the volume periodically. Higher setting values

TREMOLO
result in faster tremolo.
T6

T7 Serial connection of tremolo and chorus. Higher setting values

TREMOLO
CHORUS result in faster tremolo. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
T9

W1 This is an effect that automatically adds wah depending on the

AUTO WAH playing intensity. Higher setting values result in higher auto wah
W6 start sensitivity, producing wah even with low-level signals.

W7 Serial connection of auto wah and chorus. Higher setting values

AUTO WAH
CHORUS result in higher auto wah start sensitivity. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
W9

S1 This effect causes random pitch changes and creates an auto

STEP arpeggio sound. Higher setting values result in faster sound
S6 change.

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S7 Serial connection of step and chorus. Higher setting values result

STEPCHORUS
in faster sound change. (Chorus depth is fixed.)
S9

A1 This effect slows down the sound attack speed, resulting in the
SLOW-A impression of violin playing. Higher setting values result in
A6 slower attack speed.

A7 Serial connection of slow attack and pitch shift. Higher setting

SLOW-APITCH values result in slower attack speed. (Pitch shift is fixed to one
A9 octave higher.)

This effect varies the pitch of the original sound. You can select one of nine
preset pitch shift patterns (P1 - P9).

Mixes the original sound and a sound component shifted one

P1 octave down.

Mixes the original sound and a sound component shifted a perfect

P2 fifth down.

P3 Adds a chorus effect to the P2 setting.

Mixes the original sound and a sound component shifted a perfect

P4 fourth down.
PITCH
P5 Adds a chorus effect to the P4 setting.

Mixes the original sound and a sound component shifted one

P6 octave up.

Mixes the original sound and a sound component shifted slightly,

P7 resulting in a chorus effect with only slight modulation.

Mixes the original sound and sound components shifted a perfect

P8 fourth down and up.

Mixes the original sound and sound components shifted an octave

P9 down and up.

R1 Adds amplitude modulation to the sound, resulting in a metallic

RING MOD effect. Higher setting values result in higher modulation
R6 frequency.

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R7 Serial connection of ring modulator and chorus. Higher setting

RING MOD
values result in higher modulation frequency. (Chorus depth is
CHORUS
R9 fixed.)

DELAY/REVERB
This effect adds a delayed component or reverb to the guitar sound. Use the [TYPE/TIME] knob
to select the effect type and setting value, and use the [MIX] knob to adjust the ratio of effect
sound and original sound.

Setting
Effect type Description
value

D1 This is a conventional digital delay effect. Higher setting

DELAY values result in longer delay time. The feedback amount is set
D9 to an optimum value.

E1 This delay effect recreates the warm sound of a tape echo.

ECHO Higher setting values result in longer delay time. The feedback
E9 amount is set to an optimum value.

R1 This effect simulates reverberation in a room. Higher values

ROOM
result in a deeper effect.
R9

H1 This effect simulates reverberation in a hall. Higher values

HALL
result in a deeper effect.
H9

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 Troubleshooting
Specifications
Power Output 36 W RMS
Speaker 25 cm, 5 ohms
Inputs Guitar input : standard mono phone jack (nominal input level -20 dBm,input
impedance 470 kilohms)
AUX IN : standard stereo phone jack(nominal input level -20 dBm,input impedance
10 kilohms)
Output Combined recording/headphone output: standard stereo phone jack (nominal output
level +4 dBm with output load impedance 10 kilohms or higher)
Drive 22 types
Effect Programs 19 types (10 MODULATION + 4 DELAY/REVERB + BOOST + SUSTAIN +
EDGE + BOTTOM + ZNR)
Effect Modules 7 modules (MODULATION + DELAY/REVERB + BOOST + SUSTAIN + EDGE
+ BOTTOM + ZNR)
Program Patches USER : 10 (rewritable, with store)
PRESET : 2 banks x 10 = 20
Total 30 patches
Sampling Frequency 31.25 kHz
A/D Conversion 20-bit, 64-times oversampling
D/A Conversion 20-bit, 8-times oversampling
Control Connector FOOT SW (FS01)
Display 2-position 7-segment LED
Dimension 485 mm (W) x 240 mm (D) x 410 mm (H)
Weight 12 kg
Included Items Power Cord

*0 dBm = 0.775 Vrms

*Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting
Power does not come on.
Is power cord correctly plugged into AC outlet?
Is [POWER] switch set to ON?
No sound, or low volume.
Is the guitar correctly connected to the FIRE-30?
See page 9 for information on connections.
Is something plugged into the [RECORDING/PHONES] jack?
If something is plugged into the [RECORDING/PHONES] jack, the speaker is automatically
cut off.
Is the [LEVEL] knob or [MASTER] knob turned down?
Turn the knobs clockwise while playing your guitar.
Sound is too distorted or breaks up.
[GAIN]/[LEVEL] knobs may be turned up too high?
Turn the knobs counter-clockwise. Adjust the volume with the [MASTER] knob.
The foot switch does not toggle modes.
Is a ZOOM foot switch connected?
Use only the foot switch ZOOM FS-01.

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 Patch List
BANK PATCH PATCH NAME DRIVE TYPE COMMENT
0 Fire Drive PVY Powerful drive sound with huge and full sonic impact.
1 Pop Chorus J CLEAN Deformed combo amp sound with characteristic chorus.
2 Delayed OD VINTAGE OD Overdrive sound with delay suitable for melody and lead.
3 Metal 7 MT 7 Metal sound for 7-string guitar.
4 Beat Crunch MS OLD Standard crunch sound for useful from rhythm to lead.
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5 Phaser Cut EFFECT IN (St) Phaser sound for cutting.
6 Z-Box 9002 Deformation of the vintage original ZOOM sound.
7 Pitched DRV BG OLD Standard pitch sound added downer 1-octave.
8 Strum Arp AC STANDARD Acoustic sound for stroke and arpeggio.
9 Jet Drive MP 1 Crispy, useful jet sound.
0 PV-Hard PVY Simulation of the drive feeling of the high gain amp sound.
1 Clear Chorus EFFECT IN (St) Clear, transparent clean chorus sound.
2 Z-Power Z POWER Power lead sound of the ZOOM original.
3 M-Stack MS DRIVE Simulation of the standard stack amp sound.
4 Combo Drive BG OLD Light drive combo amp sound.
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5 FDR-Clean FDR CLEAN Standard amp sound for studio recording.
6 X-Distortion TB DIST Simulation of stomp box distortion.
7 BG-Stack BG DRIVE Simulation of the BG stack amp sound.
8 MP-Power MP 1 Amp sound that has hard distortion and quick response.
9 Match Box MATCH High quality crunch sound simulating the combo amp.
0 Wild Fuzz WILD FUZZ Powerful fuzz sound use for backing and lead
1 Clean Lead EFFECT IN (Vin) Chorus & Delay sound for clean lead.
2 Fat Tweed FDR BLUES Fat sound attached weight to the mid range.
3 Outline Dist TB DIST Sound of the accentuating outline with short delay.
4 Mystic Chord J CLEAN Fantastic pitch sound use for chord arpeggio.
b 5 Old Stack MS OLD Simulation of the typical old stack amp sound.
Simulation of the combo amp sound that has characteristic
6 Silver Panel FDR CLEAN
tremolo and reverb.
7 Wah Useful PVY Almighty auto-wah sound.
8 UK Box MATCH Mersey beat type combo amp sound
9 Neo Fuzz FUZZ Fuzzy sound that studio musician uses habitually.

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