My tutorial on the main functions and general effects editing on the Digitech RP360. Plus a special tip about the relationship between modulation and distortion.
Bought mine used but as new. I run into return socket on a Boss Katana using clean tube amp sim and it sounds awesome. Great piece of kit, only downside is that looper and drums don’t work at same time. Well pleased with my 360
I have that pedalboard, it has a great sound. I like it because its amplifiers are divided into heads and gabinente giving many combinations. It has good distortions. editing from the pedal is a headache, the Nexus program from Digitech facilitates the editing of new patches. I am eager the continuation of the RP 360, really I leave a good taste or mouth in this case, good video.
Effectively. Nexus can edit, save and load your patches, and it is more comfortable to edit my present than on the pedalboard. I forgot to mention that you can save and upload your patches in a file so that the pedalboard reads it. the Nexus program is on the Digitech page in the RP 360 section. There are some pads on the page to load.
TAP TEMPO: You have to first put the device in stomp box mode of course. Press the respective effect footswitch of the effect and keep it pressed for some seconds (2?). The effect LED will start to blink to tell you you have entered tap tempo mode. Release the switch then. You can now tap the switch twice for the desired tempo. I tried this and it worked with the delays as far as I can tell. To exit tap tempo mode you have to press and hold down the effect footswitch again for more than 2 seconds.
I was hoping that you would have used the Nexus software that came with the pedal to edit the patches. With Nexus you can drag and drop pedals change amp heads and swap cabinets like single tweed to a 4-12 Marshal stack or Fender 65 twin with a VOX single 12" the combinations are unlimited. When using the GUI interface the pedals can be dragged front to back in front of the Amp or slide it behind the amp into the effects loop in .2 seconds NICE!!! I believe the software interface loaded on a PC is the best feature of this pedal. As you update the patch it syncs with the pedal. Anyone who owns a Fender mustang will know what I am taking about when it comes to the Software side and the GUI interface!
Gracias amigo me ayudaste mucho ahora ya entiendo un poco mejor su funcionamiento muchas gracias en español no hay video que lo expliquen como de hecho nisiquiera hay gracias otra vez buen video
This was sort of the last gasp of Digitech, it has the the sounds of the venerable gsp 2101 which was well regarded back in the day. About the same time I bought this I got a boss gt-1000. It has a lot more high fidelity sound with the clean highs being much superior. In comparison the digitech scarcely has any highs at all. Can't help but wonder what the digitech would sound like if it had the same processing power. Guess we'll never know...
Hi! Do you know if i can use the knobs to tweak on-the-fly the "time" parameter of a delay? I'm trying to see if i can do the same thing that on the Boss ME-50. And the other thing... is there a "hold delay" function on the RP360?
I bought the RP360 one year ago and today I connected a Line 6 expression pedał to it and it doesn't work. When I try to calibrate it says " error" and I don't know what to do now, can you please help me?
There should be heaps of sounds like that in the presets. Click the middle footswitch to cycle through them. When you find one you like, start editing it to get it just the way you want it, and save. I made a tutorial about it, if you just search "Gearfacts RP360 tutorial" it will appear :) Gearfacts
They're all pretty similar, except the cheap ones that some in the tiny boxes, usually with two numbers in the model number, not three (RP55, BP80 etc). They're not very good. Gearfacts
I wouldn't recommend either for operating by touch alone, they are both very menu-driven. I'd got for something old like a Boss ME-8 or Zoom 3030. There is no loss in sound quality whatsoever but they are operated with up/down/left/right buttons and a straightforward grid of options. That's my opinion anyway :) #gearfacts
Just picked up one of these (XP model) for use with my bass guitar. Can you tell me if it's possible to get a violin sound using this pedal, and if so, any helpful details on how to accomplish.
Can i use a passive volumen pedal Ernieball vp JR 250K as control in pedal? i use it with my rp70 and i want to upgrade my multieffect pedal to this one.
@@gearfacts What's weird haha :-) I'm new to these digital multi effect pedals, mine is XP version with expression pedal on right side, it's a little bit confusing for me to find out immediately how everything works, but for someone who had only 2 analog pedals so far, this is awesome thing, and sounds great through marshall combo amp..that's why I'm here, and waiting for updated review 😁
@@CarpeDiem23 Yeah it's just weird how I bought one, then moments later someone messages me about it. Funny coincidence. I'm looking forward to trying it again, I remember it being so so crystal clear and noiseless.
@@gearfacts Yeah :-) did you buy version with pedal on the side (xp) ..I cannot figure out how to activate expression pedal for wah and other effects, I'm afraid it maybe not working..
@@CarpeDiem23 I think to activate expression you push hard on the "toe-end" of the wah pedal. I haven't opened my new one yet, so I'm answering from memory..
Hi How do i connect it to my amp? I've Line 6 Spider IV 15 amp which has only one input port but this processor seems to have a left and right channel out?
The left socket is generally used for mono, but if you want to get the full stereo signal into the amp try plugging into the stereo AUX socket. Some Spider amps have one. You may need an adapter for your cables. But yeah, if you're amp is mono then just make do with the mono signal from your left channel :) Gearfacts
Two questions: sorry I’m typing this before actually watching the video...can you run this stereo(can I assign and effect to one out and dry on the other)??? Does it have delay and reverb trails spillover?
Hmm, it's been about a year since I had this pedal so I'm unsure about both questions, sorry. I've got a bad feeling that it's a no to both, but I'd suggest googling up the manual (search for "Digitech RP360 PDF") GF
Hi there, how much better is this when compared to the (older, I think) RP70, in terms of sound. I am unable to get good sounds out of my RP70 and I’m beginning to wonder if it’s me.
I think it's a pretty good improvement, but I have to admit that the main reason I loved this pedal is for the improved physical design, which makes a big psychological different when creating, i think. So if you like the Digitech vibe, then yeah maybe moving up to an RP360 might be a good way to go :)
@@gearfacts Thanks for thé reply. Yeah, I’m not finding it anywhere, where I live. I think even the 360 is old now :) Any idea what the current equivalent model is.
@@accentontheoff Now that you mention it, I haven't heard anything new from digitech in years, not sure if they've had any new releases in the last decade... surely they're not closed for business??? Will have to Google that.
Multiple ones actually, there are harmony and other shifters which can be set to the octave (and steps in between). so you can use them as octavers too.
The Nexus download isn't on the Digitech product page anymore and what is there doesn't work!..... so I have a new RP360XP that I'm unable to connect to my Mac. I'm guessing that I'm too late on this as most instructions are 4 or 5 years old but is there anybody out there who can advise me of how to connect or maybe find drivers to download and install? Thanks
I can't help you personally but Digitech has a good reputation for after-sales care, so I recommend using their 'contact us' link. In teh meantime hopefully another Gearfacts friend reads this and has the answer. Good luck :) Gearfacts
Generator or UPS unit, yes, but there is no internal battery option. I made a video about running gear from a UPS but I can't find it anywhere ...will keep looking.
@@loukasp96 A yes the old 9v battery trick! Yes I've seen that work, the cable to do the connection is only $1 from an electronics store. Just check that the pedal runs on DC power though, part of me is thinking that the power supply had AC output. Hopefully it's DC though, and the battery will work.
Anybody know if this thing has a POWER OFF setting? I just bought one and cannot find any way to power it down other than unplugging the adapter, which I would rather not have to do every time. Also, does anybody have any suggestions on an expression pedal that will work with it?
Hi there, no there's no off switch, just master power from the wall. I used an M-Audio expression pedal with it and it worked well. I recommend getting any expression pedal with a polarity switch to ensure it will work :) Gearfacts
Theo ...and sadly ,...you have to choose which you want to use,.. their FS3X foot switch to change FX freehand or Expression Pedal! Each of these must be assigned for desired use. But if you get the RP360 XP,..it has the expression pedal attached so you can use the option FS3X foot switch to change patches or FX and still have expression capability. Anyway,...it a fine pedal whichever you have!!....enjoy great sounds!!..🎶🎸✨🎛👍🏾
I'm considering getting an rp360 but my only reservation is the EQ. It's 3 band, and I just don't know how good a 3 band eq is at shaping tone. In my mind, 5 bands should be the bare minimum, and EQ is, IMO, the number one means of shaping tone. With that said, two questions: 1, can anyone speak to the effectiveness of a 3 band eq at shaping tone? Is 3 enough or is it kind of limited? 2, I know the rp360 allows for 8 effects at once, so is it possible to use EQ as an effect in 2 of the 8 slots thereby creating a 6 band EQ? Or, in 3 spots for a 9 band? Thanks
These are all great questions and I'd also put it out there for other viewers to help me answer them! I agree that three bands is a bit limited. Each drive effect has its own tone control and I found that helpful. As for duplicating the EQ effect, I don't think you can do that and even if you could, it'd be handling the same three bandwidths and I doubt this method would be any help. I think it has a parametric EQ as well as graphic, so that might be better for sound shaping. The last option of course is to add an EQ pedal, but that introduces new problems as well.... Happy to discuss :) Gearfacts
@@gearfacts thanks for the reply! I was think that if you set two sets of mid frequencies you could kind of emulate a five or six band. But I also found a statement by someone who said you Cant stack effects, like two ODs. So I'd say its a true three band, just like my old rp5 way back in the day. Thanks again!
You can have max 8 effects (and volume control) at work but none of them twice. They are grouped and you can only have one from each group. For example swell and noise gate are in one group hence you can have only either but not both. Distortions and overdrives are also one group and all modulation effects are one (chorus, flanger, phaser, vibratos, tremolo). You can also not use the looper and the drum machine at the same time. In spite of those restrictions I find the unit very useful.
@@countblue thanks for your reply. I bought the unit but just didn't like the way it interacted with my amp, which Is a pv 6505+ combo. I think digital units like this are much better with solid state amps. Anyway, returned it for some pedals. Fewer options and more to lug but truer sounds
@@vonmilash823 Its true that the sound is perfect with solid state amps. Tube amps have a sound of their own that can collide with a modeler. Solid state amps can usually be set to a very linear performance without too much colouring.
Bought mine used but as new. I run into return socket on a Boss Katana using clean tube amp sim and it sounds awesome. Great piece of kit, only downside is that looper and drums don’t work at same time. Well pleased with my 360
Yep they're great
I have that pedalboard, it has a great sound. I like it because its amplifiers are divided into heads and gabinente giving many combinations. It has good distortions. editing from the pedal is a headache, the Nexus program from Digitech facilitates the editing of new patches. I am eager the continuation of the RP 360, really I leave a good taste or mouth in this case, good video.
Roger Hirasawa with the nexus digitech program can I make the effect that I want to iguardarlo on the pedalboard ??
Effectively. Nexus can edit, save and load your patches, and it is more comfortable to edit my present than on the pedalboard. I forgot to mention that you can save and upload your patches in a file so that the pedalboard reads it. the Nexus program is on the Digitech page in the RP 360 section. There are some pads on the page to load.
Roger Hirasawa thank you very much for the help otherwise you know if you have tap tempo ??
I miss Digitech, wish they would make a comeback.
Yeah this particular pedal was a big re-design for them and it sounded great too. I really thought it'd be a bigger success.
TAP TEMPO:
You have to first put the device in stomp box mode of course.
Press the respective effect footswitch of the effect and keep it pressed for some seconds (2?).
The effect LED will start to blink to tell you you have entered tap tempo mode.
Release the switch then.
You can now tap the switch twice for the desired tempo.
I tried this and it worked with the delays as far as I can tell.
To exit tap tempo mode you have to press and hold down the effect footswitch again for more than 2 seconds.
Great video! Those digitech processors are attractive for the price.
Yes they are indeed. Getting quickly caught up with by the newer processors but they definitely hold their own
I was hoping that you would have used the Nexus software that came with the pedal to edit the patches. With Nexus you can drag and drop pedals change amp heads and swap cabinets like single tweed to a 4-12 Marshal stack or Fender 65 twin with a VOX single 12" the combinations are unlimited.
When using the GUI interface the pedals can be dragged front to back in front of the Amp or slide it behind the amp into the effects loop in .2 seconds NICE!!! I believe the software interface loaded on a PC is the best feature of this pedal. As you update the patch it syncs with the pedal. Anyone who owns a Fender mustang will know what I am taking about when it comes to the Software side and the GUI interface!
Gracias amigo me ayudaste mucho ahora ya entiendo un poco mejor su funcionamiento muchas gracias en español no hay video que lo expliquen como de hecho nisiquiera hay gracias otra vez buen video
Me alegro que hayas disfrutado. Mi español no es lo suficientemente bueno para hacer un video completo. ¡Lo siento, amigo! Pero gracias de nuevo :)
Great video helped me so much I was confused about some settings on my rp360 and also could you do a video of the computer part of the processor
Hi Vinces, I sold this pedal a while back and I always seem to miss it. When I get another one I'll make a video about its PC connection :) Gearfacts
Thanks great video
Awe man cool. You redid with the non Xpress pedal. I bought the xp variant. I'm digging it. Haven't had much time to fool with it. But I will. Lol.
Yep it's amazingly good for it's price and size. I'm not a huge digitech proponent, but this is a very underrated unit. Gearfacts :)
Can you get Gary Moore sound sustain?
Thanks God bless
Tom Tracy
Really useful video, thanks :)
Great, thanks for the feedback! :) GF
im gonna buy one on my next paycheck, cant wait.
RIP my RP155. lasted longer than my puberty.
Oooh the RP360 is a big upgrade. From the RP155 I mean, not your puberty.
👍🎸😲 FANTASTIC! TONES
Thanks Byron, yeah this pedal has some good ones :) Gearfacts
Hi, how is the RP 1000, that is the same as 360xp in terms of sound, compared to the old gnx3000, soundwise? Thanks in advance
Awesome thanks !!!!!
This was sort of the last gasp of Digitech, it has the the sounds of the venerable gsp 2101 which was well regarded back in the day.
About the same time I bought this I got a boss gt-1000. It has a lot more high fidelity sound with the clean highs being much superior. In comparison the digitech scarcely has any highs at all.
Can't help but wonder what the digitech would sound like if it had the same processing power. Guess we'll never know...
I agree with all those comments. Love the design of this one though, more pedals should be like this imho :)
Great! Is it possible to disable the cabinet simulator and use only the amp sim?
Yes :)
Great!👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks GEW :) #gearfacts
Hi! Do you know if i can use the knobs to tweak on-the-fly the "time" parameter of a delay? I'm trying to see if i can do the same thing that on the Boss ME-50. And the other thing... is there a "hold delay" function on the RP360?
It's been a while but I'm pretty sure the answer is yes to both questions :)
can i connect the left/right outs to an audio interface rather than USB recording?
Yep that'll work fine :) #gearfacts
Trojanarchist Yep
Is it possible to play two presets at the same time? Or even just equip two amps on the same preset?
Not that I'm aware of.
I bought the RP360 one year ago and today I connected a Line 6 expression pedał to it and it doesn't work. When I try to calibrate it says " error" and I don't know what to do now, can you please help me?
I bought the pedal and I am new to it can anybody explain me how to set up a nice clean rock ballad sound?
There should be heaps of sounds like that in the presets. Click the middle footswitch to cycle through them. When you find one you like, start editing it to get it just the way you want it, and save. I made a tutorial about it, if you just search "Gearfacts RP360 tutorial" it will appear :) Gearfacts
@@gearfacts thanks
Does rp360 have better sounds? Or are RP all the same?
They're all pretty similar, except the cheap ones that some in the tiny boxes, usually with two numbers in the model number, not three (RP55, BP80 etc). They're not very good. Gearfacts
a question I just bought the same pedalboard but what is the nexus program for? What can I do in the program or what?
I think it's librarian software that also makes the editing process bigger, clearer and more colourful. Thanks for watching Gearfacts :)
ok thank you then
Can I do the effect I'm looking for and can I have it on the pedal ???
It can ???
Which is easier to operate rp 360 or nux mg 100, i am blind and need to go by feel and sound.
I wouldn't recommend either for operating by touch alone, they are both very menu-driven. I'd got for something old like a Boss ME-8 or Zoom 3030. There is no loss in sound quality whatsoever but they are operated with up/down/left/right buttons and a straightforward grid of options. That's my opinion anyway :) #gearfacts
“...they were so ugly, you couldnt buy em.” Truth
indeed haha! :)
🤣
Just picked up one of these (XP model) for use with my bass guitar. Can you tell me if it's possible to get a violin sound using this pedal, and if so, any helpful details on how to accomplish.
Yes, just look for the slow attack effect
Can i use a passive volumen pedal Ernieball vp JR 250K as control in pedal? i use it with my rp70 and i want to upgrade my multieffect pedal to this one.
Can the order of the presets be changed?
Yes :) #gearfacts
@@gearfacts
Cool... bought xp version last week but have not had the time to explore. Thanks
Just bought it, RP360XP..it's amazing,but still exploring
carpe diem Weird, I just re-bought it too. Updated review coming soon!
@@gearfacts
What's weird haha :-) I'm new to these digital multi effect pedals, mine is XP version with expression pedal on right side, it's a little bit confusing for me to find out immediately how everything works, but for someone who had only 2 analog pedals so far, this is awesome thing, and sounds great through marshall combo amp..that's why I'm here, and waiting for updated review 😁
@@CarpeDiem23 Yeah it's just weird how I bought one, then moments later someone messages me about it. Funny coincidence. I'm looking forward to trying it again, I remember it being so so crystal clear and noiseless.
@@gearfacts
Yeah :-) did you buy version with pedal on the side (xp) ..I cannot figure out how to activate expression pedal for wah and other effects, I'm afraid it maybe not working..
@@CarpeDiem23 I think to activate expression you push hard on the "toe-end" of the wah pedal. I haven't opened my new one yet, so I'm answering from memory..
Hi How do i connect it to my amp? I've Line 6 Spider IV 15 amp which has only one input port but this processor seems to have a left and right channel out?
The left socket is generally used for mono, but if you want to get the full stereo signal into the amp try plugging into the stereo AUX socket. Some Spider amps have one. You may need an adapter for your cables. But yeah, if you're amp is mono then just make do with the mono signal from your left channel :) Gearfacts
@@gearfacts Thank you! I'll try that.
Two questions: sorry I’m typing this before actually watching the video...can you run this stereo(can I assign and effect to one out and dry on the other)??? Does it have delay and reverb trails spillover?
Hmm, it's been about a year since I had this pedal so I'm unsure about both questions, sorry. I've got a bad feeling that it's a no to both, but I'd suggest googling up the manual (search for "Digitech RP360 PDF") GF
Yes u can
Hi there, how much better is this when compared to the (older, I think) RP70, in terms of sound. I am unable to get good sounds out of my RP70 and I’m beginning to wonder if it’s me.
I think it's a pretty good improvement, but I have to admit that the main reason I loved this pedal is for the improved physical design, which makes a big psychological different when creating, i think. So if you like the Digitech vibe, then yeah maybe moving up to an RP360 might be a good way to go :)
@@gearfacts Thanks for thé reply. Yeah, I’m not finding it anywhere, where I live. I think even the 360 is old now :) Any idea what the current equivalent model is.
@@accentontheoff Now that you mention it, I haven't heard anything new from digitech in years, not sure if they've had any new releases in the last decade... surely they're not closed for business??? Will have to Google that.
@@gearfacts Yeah I don’t think they make multi fx pedals anymore. I emailed them 😀Let’s see if they reply
Does this thing have tap tempo delay? And if so, how do you activate it?
I think the looper footswitch on the bottom right (not shown in this video) does that function. Gearfacts
press delay swich for two seconds in stomp mode
Does it have an octaver setting?
Yep :) GF
Multiple ones actually, there are harmony and other shifters which can be set to the octave (and steps in between). so you can use them as octavers too.
Hello! Do you still maybe have the nexus software for it. A friend's got stuck in some update so it could be handy? Thanks
Haven't even got the pedal anymore sorry! No luck on the Digitech website?
@@gearfacts No, not much
The Nexus download isn't on the Digitech product page anymore and what is there doesn't work!..... so I have a new RP360XP that I'm unable to connect to my Mac. I'm guessing that I'm too late on this as most instructions are 4 or 5 years old but is there anybody out there who can advise me of how to connect or maybe find drivers to download and install? Thanks
I can't help you personally but Digitech has a good reputation for after-sales care, so I recommend using their 'contact us' link. In teh meantime hopefully another Gearfacts friend reads this and has the answer. Good luck :) Gearfacts
Wow these pedals are only worth about $100 now…. Which is awesome if they are good! Might grab one just to play around w it
Yeah big price drop for these ones. They’re excellent, especially if you have trouble with noise interference in your studio.
Can you use it without power supply? Like a battery or generator?
Generator or UPS unit, yes, but there is no internal battery option. I made a video about running gear from a UPS but I can't find it anywhere ...will keep looking.
@@gearfacts Thank you very much! What about a 9V battery? I saw people use it in pedals, I think it suits here...
@@loukasp96 A yes the old 9v battery trick! Yes I've seen that work, the cable to do the connection is only $1 from an electronics store. Just check that the pedal runs on DC power though, part of me is thinking that the power supply had AC output. Hopefully it's DC though, and the battery will work.
@@gearfacts Thanks man!
@@loukasp96 No worries, let me know how it goes!
Anybody know if this thing has a POWER OFF setting? I just bought one and cannot find any way to power it down other than unplugging the adapter, which I would rather not have to do every time. Also, does anybody have any suggestions on an expression pedal that will work with it?
Hi there, no there's no off switch, just master power from the wall. I used an M-Audio expression pedal with it and it worked well. I recommend getting any expression pedal with a polarity switch to ensure it will work :) Gearfacts
From memory the only thing this unit cannot do is drums in the looper, hopefully I am wrong?
I think you are correct, it's either looper or drums, not both. I think. Unless someone out there knows a clever way? :) Gearfacts
Theo ...and sadly ,...you have to choose which you want to use,.. their FS3X foot switch to change FX freehand or Expression Pedal!
Each of these must be assigned for desired use.
But if you get the RP360 XP,..it has the expression pedal attached so you can use the option FS3X foot switch to change patches or FX and still have expression capability.
Anyway,...it a fine pedal whichever you have!!....enjoy great sounds!!..🎶🎸✨🎛👍🏾
I'm considering getting an rp360 but my only reservation is the EQ. It's 3 band, and I just don't know how good a 3 band eq is at shaping tone. In my mind, 5 bands should be the bare minimum, and EQ is, IMO, the number one means of shaping tone.
With that said, two questions:
1, can anyone speak to the effectiveness of a 3 band eq at shaping tone? Is 3 enough or is it kind of limited?
2, I know the rp360 allows for 8 effects at once, so is it possible to use EQ as an effect in 2 of the 8 slots thereby creating a 6 band EQ? Or, in 3 spots for a 9 band?
Thanks
These are all great questions and I'd also put it out there for other viewers to help me answer them! I agree that three bands is a bit limited. Each drive effect has its own tone control and I found that helpful. As for duplicating the EQ effect, I don't think you can do that and even if you could, it'd be handling the same three bandwidths and I doubt this method would be any help. I think it has a parametric EQ as well as graphic, so that might be better for sound shaping. The last option of course is to add an EQ pedal, but that introduces new problems as well.... Happy to discuss :) Gearfacts
@@gearfacts thanks for the reply! I was think that if you set two sets of mid frequencies you could kind of emulate a five or six band. But I also found a statement by someone who said you Cant stack effects, like two ODs. So I'd say its a true three band, just like my old rp5 way back in the day. Thanks again!
You can have max 8 effects (and volume control) at work but none of them twice. They are grouped and you can only have one from each group. For example swell and noise gate are in one group hence you can have only either but not both.
Distortions and overdrives are also one group and all modulation effects are one (chorus, flanger, phaser, vibratos, tremolo).
You can also not use the looper and the drum machine at the same time.
In spite of those restrictions I find the unit very useful.
@@countblue thanks for your reply. I bought the unit but just didn't like the way it interacted with my amp, which Is a pv 6505+ combo. I think digital units like this are much better with solid state amps. Anyway, returned it for some pedals. Fewer options and more to lug but truer sounds
@@vonmilash823 Its true that the sound is perfect with solid state amps. Tube amps have a sound of their own that can collide with a modeler. Solid state amps can usually be set to a very linear performance without too much colouring.
downside no effects return
So true. Some of the old Boss GT series allow you not only to use an external pedal, but even decide where it sits in the effects chain.
@@gearfacts yeah i have the rp1000 that one even have monitors inputs
I just bought one off of reverb
Dont distort it to show the effects?
This is one of my older videos, I wasn't as good at it back then :) #gearfacts
@@gearfacts oh ok :) thank you for replying. I would watch a clean remake if you still have the pedal.
I'm sure I'll get one again eventually :)