Using the Zoom G1 Four live and Guitar Lab 4 (With better sound!!)

[@yaguitar]

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[@hellblazer8543]

wow, i recently received my g1 four a week ago. i had no idea that you can access more content via guitar lab. thanks for this.

[@yaguitar]

You're welcome. Makes it much easier to set up and there are some cool extra effects 😁

[@hellblazer8543]

@@yaguitar hey, follow up question. i'm currently using a Line 6 GX as interface. can we use the zoom G1 four as interface ?

[@yaguitar]

@@hellblazer8543 hi. As far as I am aware no. They recently released a dedicated multi effects interface, the GCE3 newatlas.com/zoom-gce-3-guitar-lab-circuit-emulator/58358/

[@paulmullins8425]

For just under £60 it can’t be beat pretty good sounds in this little unit, looper and drums great for practicing fully recommend it over more expensive stuff

[@keith1105]

Awesome presentation. Answered all of my questions and then some. Thanks!

[@yaguitar]

Thank you!

[@huseyincan8560]

For the guys who are not able to get the connection with software, just uninstall the driver "Zoom G Series" In and Out then disconnect and connect the device again. Then software recognised the pedal and loaded the patches.

[@lanzealot3429]

why I can't click the Editor tab on the Zoom GuitarLab? I use the Windows APP. I can only access effects, patch and news tab. Help me please :(

[@krejent]

Same here, did you manage to find a solution?

[@michaelpal7641]

Great video, BUT-I have my Zoom connected to a small PA-It sounds great! But-Unplug from the PA and take it to my PC to "tweak" some patches-also great. My question is-How in the hell do you "hear" your changes after? What do I have to do to hear the changes on my PC-right now, I can make changes, unplug from the PC and then back into the PA-thru the headphone?

[@yaguitar]

The only way is to have it plugged into a speaker as you tweak it.

[@neilmartin1111]

@@yaguitar plug what into a speaker the G1 or the computer ?

[@shreyastiwari6350]

Can I record audio into my laptop through this processor n electric guitar without using an Amplifier?

[@yaguitar]

Unfortunately no. You still need an audio interface like a focusrite

[@rgbplumbinghilton]

I use this pedal through the effects loop for Delay, Chorus and reverb. It sounds great live. As good as anything I have used without the expense. Not masses of functionality but if you set it up before hand it works well. I also add cab SIM to every patch I make and turn it off. If my amp packs up I can throw a lead into pa and use without and amp 🙂

[@apoorvaumap9243]

The user interface of zoom guitar lab felt a overwhelming, cause the editing and fine tuning possibilities are virtually infinite. Thanks for this tutorial.

[@orionkong3607]

Does it need a Y cable going into two inputs of audio interface in order to record a stereo sound?

[@jugs0101]

Hi. Quick question, does anyone know if you can connect 2 of these pedals to a pc and control them both (individually) from Guitar Lab. Thought this looked as good a place as any to ask this question!

[@yaguitar]

Not sure, but I'll pin this in case someone does!

[@jesusrojas286]

please can you make a tutorial about how you connected it into the computer? because mine isnt connecting :(

[@neilmartin1111]

You plug it all in then turn off and on then it will load

[@BobbyS82]

Just got one of these as the zoom g2 I was using is obsolete I find the g2 to be way easier to access on the fly in a live environment the g1x four sounds great too but just not as easy to adjust quick enough

[@Tomi6778]

Hey. How do i add patch files to my Zoom guitar lab? Thank you

[@mrspoony]

I want to know this too :-)

[@junglemast3r]

@@mrspoony has anyone figured it out yet?

[@joeems5469]

How to disconnect your zoom g1xfour from your pc?

[@alikemalevren]

Thank you very much! Keep On Rock!

[@leonardoflores6711]

I can't use the edit mode, why?

[@jackjetjoe9445]

Please help me,, why my editor can not active?

[@alexandria6438]

Do you know why "Editor" is not active in my device?

[@TheCrayzTM]

I really like your reviews of the Zoom G1, simple, informative and understandable. Great work! I wonder if it would be possible to share the patches you've created? To see how you get a particular sound and for inspiration when creating patches myself 🙂

[@m4d3ng]

Why is the editor greyed out on mine?

[@osmanalgan7171]

hello, I had a question, can you give me information about the rhythm registered in this device, I want to change it, how to do it, thanks

[@yaguitar]

I do not know sadly, it's been a while since I owned it now.

[@osmanalgan7171]

@@yaguitar thanks a lot

[@michaelross3031]

Very informative, thank you. Two questions: Using GuitarLab, can you download the PDL Roto effect to a G1 Four? Can you put the same effect into a single chain more than once?

[@brianmason9803]

I assume that GuitarLab software is now defunct and out of date. I tried downloading the version 7 software and it will not recognise the internet connection nor the Zoom pedal that was connected to the p.c. Any suggestions?

[@yaguitar]

It shouldn't be. I see there is a v 7.1 as it includes some of their newest pedals. I'd contact their customer support at this stage.

[@jdj62464]

Can you use the Zoom G1X FOUR without a amp? Run it into a Focusrite Scarlett Interface and using your studio monitors? If so has anyone used it this way and how does it sound?

[@yaguitar]

You can indeed. It has cab sims and a mic sim built in. That's how I recorded the original demo, but I forgot to use the mic emulation, so it was a little fizzy.

[@jdj62464]

@@yaguitar Thanks for the answer!! I'm up in the air between this one and the Nux MG-100.

[@yaguitar]

@@jdj62464 nut tried the nux. But they make great pedals!

[@batintheblack]

What’s the guitar lab site? Been trying to find it.

[@bennettskb555]

These are great little units......and very gigable if you are organised.....I have the X version...works great with a Katana 50.......good review👍

[@yaguitar]

Yeah the expression pedal would add loads of flexibility! I have the katanna 100 now with the floorboard and an expression pedal

[@bennyhill3505]

Can you edit/change any of the drum loops??

[@bennyhill3505]

I'll take it that's a no then...🙂

[@kennethcarvalho3684]

Can one also play the patch quickly to check how it sounds when in guitarvlab

[@guysmilely7515]

You can run it in to your amp or listen with headphones while using guitarlab

[@zetsubouuu]

what USB brand did you use for connecting the G1 Four?

[@danfitzpatrick4112]

My PC is connected through my stereo receiver. Can I connect the output from the ZG1 Four to either my PC or an input on my receiver instead of outputting to an amplifier? Thanks in advance! Awesome stuff!

[@yaguitar]

You should be able to run it direct to an aux input on your stereo, just remember to use a cab sim and probably turn the mic SIM on

[@talhamerttufan7140]

Audio interface or processor ? Which one is better ? I mean if processors doesn't give me the same as audio quality as audio interface then its not worth to buy. Just for easy loop and wah pedal is good. I can buy better wah pedal and looper with audio interface ?

[@yaguitar]

Hi. They are two different things. This won't work as an audio interface. So if you want to record to your computer, get an audio interface like a focusrite scarlet and some plugins to cover amp Sims and effects. If you want multi fx to play live, this will do you.

[@talhamerttufan7140]

@@yaguitar Thank you so much for reply. I'm not into recording, just curious about audio(effect) quality.

[@awesomeguitarshorts]

Is there a way to record guitar sound using zoom G1x four?

[@yaguitar]

Hi, sadly you need an interface to record to a PC

[@metalcrow6306]

Pretty good video! I have a question though. Does it work like an audio interface for recording on PC or a Laptop "WITHOUT DELAY" out of the box? Most importantly. Or do I need an audio interface for example like "Behringer UM2 or Focusrite Scarlett Solo" ?

[@yaguitar]

Hi and thanks. No, you need an audio interface still I'm afraid.

[@metalcrow6306]

@@yaguitar Thank you for the quick response. It was very helpful!

[@rico.2342]

What usb wire does it need?

[@tangomini8100]

Good Review Bro !!!...Greetings

[@Alpysf]

1 question, though. Can I use it to connect my guitar to the pc and use for a daw or something and record the sounds of my guitar (as a MIDI or MP3 or something)

[@yaguitar]

Hi, no it doesn't work as an audio interface sadly.

[@ranajeetidutta]

The guitar lab does not work at all for me. It does not connect. Downloaded it but still keeps on showing need to update Guitar lab 4.

[@michaelanderson4747]

make sure your usb cable is able to carry data and is not just the charging type...that was my issue when it would not connect.

[@RockinJohnnyaitken]

When I boot up the guitar lab up it says device not found, tired unplugging and re plugging still no good. How did you get it to boot up and recognise my device? I have it plugged into my laptop 2.0 USB socket

[@yaguitar]

Hi. I had that problem for 2 reasons. First I was using guitar lab 3 not 4. The other, which took we hours to work out, I was using a USB cable that didn't handle data for some reason. I had to try 5 different leads!

[@PromoagentRockinJohnnyA]

@@yaguitar many thanks for that I'll try that

[@RockinJohnnyaitken]

@@yaguitar upgraded to 4.0.0.54 version , changed cable to a good quality one I know works with my phone transferring date to PC, I did notice it does not show up in device manger for some reason

[@yaguitar]

@@RockinJohnnyaitken that is really odd. I think you may have to contact support!

[@Tomi6778]

@@yaguitar I had something similar too. i just had to remove the batteries while it was connected through usb.

[@anjasyudismita]

Can I record g1 four in DAW? Or the USB is mean for patch editing only??

[@yaguitar]

Hi. As far as I know you will still need an audio interface, USB is for power and patch editing only.

[@anjasyudismita]

@@yaguitar ok, thanks for the information & quick respond man.

[@MegaGuitarpicker]

I have this unit and absolutely hate it. Such a pain to figure it out. Wish there was an easier way to get better sounds. What is already installed on it from the factory sucks! I’ll never play it out the way it is now.

[@MikeJones-oe3do]

How long do the batteries last before recharging ?

[@yaguitar]

Hi. It lasted a couple of weeks before I needee to change the batteries. (It takes standard aa and can use a power supply). Officially it has a battery life of 18hours play time

[@MikeJones-oe3do]

@@yaguitar not bad !

[@luriyani800]

is there particle reverb in the effect list? thank you

[@deadlyzyrax5940]

can i record from this to my pc? pls reply

[@yaguitar]

@@deadlyzyrax5940 no sadly (at least you couldn't at the time of recording this)

[@utkarsh_Shrivastava]

Very helpful vdo thank you☺

[@steffbos]

Hi, is it possible to change the wavs of the rhythm/drum, to my one samples eg. bass or kicks.

[@yaguitar]

Hi. Not that I'm aware of, no.

[@boykidmanboykidman5420]

If you can put the samples on your phone, then you can plug your phone into the pedal via aux chord and have your backing tracks playing from your phone while your jamming. And it wont interfere with whatever effects your using

[@ananthkashyap4854]

Can we use it as DAW

[@yaguitar]

Sadly. No

[@brianwilliams4240]

Firstly, excellent, informative reviews, no long, stupid "hey man what's happenin' intro's"!! I have subscribed and have just bought the G1 four partially based your reviews, although I am already Zoom biased (I already have a G3 & MS-100BT). This model surpasses both, particularly when used in conjunction with the G Lab software. My ONE and ONLY issue are the plastic 1/4 inch jack sockets and how they'll hold up to gigging. Metal jack sockets would complete this fantastic unit! Could this observation be passed on to Zoom?

[@yaguitar]

I can try and thanks. I am guilty of one or two "hey guys" style video, please forgive the self indulgence at times 😁

[@steveduggan599]

Thanks for the reviews of this pedal. I have pedals & was considering replacing them with a multi fx. However, you’ve got me thinking of using the Zoom as part of my rig, maybe for modulation for example. Whereabouts would you put this in the chain & will my present volume/wah pedal work with it? Thanks

[@yaguitar]

Where it goes depends on how you like to use effects. "Normally" modulation and time-based effects would go after you gain and distortions. That said, I tend to put chorus before gain. Wah and volume pedals will work just fine as well. All down to personal taste, but it would certainly provide tho with great flexibility used as a modulation unit!

[@steveduggan599]

Thanks very much. Steve

[@monkcleo]

I think is a good little pedal, but the only thing that annoys me is there is no Tap Tempo, which makes is not quite usable in live situation.

[@yaguitar]

Have to say I don't use Tap Tempo, but agree, it is a strange thing to not include!

[@jimmyjames2022]

There is a master tempo setting that can be set for each patch, but I don't have the unit to test it (see page 27 of the Operation Manual from here): www.zoom-na.com/products/effects-preamps/guitar/zoom-g1-four-g1x-four-guitar-multi-effects-processors#downloads

[@richo144]

It is possible to use it as an USB audio interface?

[@yaguitar]

Hi, sadly not. They made a desktop version specifically for that.

[@adrianreiniergutierrez6480]

Do you know where to get g1xfour patch?

[@yaguitar]

Hi, There are a few here guitarpatches.com/patches.php?unit=G1FOUR - hope that helps :)

[@junglemast3r]

@@yaguitar how do i download them onto the pedal?

[@awesomeguitarshorts]

Hey How to download this app on mac?

[@yaguitar]

All here mate zoomcorp.com/en/gb/multi-effects/guitar-effects/g1-four-g1x-four/g1g1x-four/

[@awesomeguitarshorts]

@@yaguitar Thanks mate. Just happened to found it. But I must say they made it super complex to find it, it should be there in support/download section.

[@atty.juliusvincentlibang7351]

how to delete patches?

[@stephenhookings1985]

I found this out by accident - made a YT video. But simply you cannot delete a patch BUT you can empty it. Either go to a patch, click on the name, change it to empty then click in area where the effects are, move the to trash can and you can delete all the effects ... Or choose an empty patch and save it over the top of the original. I have the G1x and B1x - the G1 has no space out of the box. Most of the patches are not too useful. Acoustic SIM.and pad are useful to me. Clean them out and look to make your own.

[@ranajeetidutta]

Guitar lab does not connect to G1Four at all.

[@yaguitar]

I had issues with a few leads, but it worked fine when I had a decent lead. Has to be guitar lab 4 or later though.

[@ranajeetidutta]

@@yaguitar Thanks, I am right now downloading Guitar Lab 5 hope it works now. Thanks for the advice on reply. Maybe I had old version of GL and that's why I was unable to use it. By the way I use Zoom G1on and Zoom G1 Four together. That way I get ten effects together.

[@Ilus-Mirror]

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[@wretch1]

Tonelib zoom is far better.

[@yaguitar]

That does look good. Not sure it existed when I did this video, at least I wasn't aware of it. tonelib.net/zoom-quick-start.html