Zoom AC-3 Acoustic Creator - Enhanced Direct Box
Zoom AC-3 Acoustic Creator, Direct Box for Acoustic Instruments with 16 Source Guitar Presets, 15 Target Guitar Presets
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Your Acoustic Sound...Reimagined
Zoom - 'AC-3'
enhance your acoustic guitars natural voice
Looking for something to spice up your acoustic performances? You need Zoom’s ‘AC-3’ Acoustic Creator. This powerful direct box elevates your acoustic guitar tone to the next level by boosting the tone which is naturally lost via the guitar’s pickup. With 16 Source Guitar presets purpose-made for your chosen instrument, alongside an additional 15 Target Guitar presets designed to match your guitar’s precise model.
Tailor your sound with a responsive 3-band EQ and easy to use compressor, then add the finishing touches with reverb, delay and chorus effects. The AC-3 also features a 9dB boost, anti-feedback control, stereo outs and an integrated tuner. Take your performances, both live and in the studio, to the next level!
at a glance
• High-quality preamp restores the tone that's lost through your acoustic pickups
• 16 Source Guitar presets are tailored to your specific instrument
• 15 Target Guitar presets match your guitar's exact model
• Built-in tuner with easy-to-read LED meter
• 3-band EQ for sculpting your tone
Powerful Tonal Enhancement
tailored to your guitarAdjusting the AC-3 to your instrument of choice is simple. Firstly, choose one of the 16 Source Guitar presets, from Dreadnought, Jumbo or Parlor, then select either ‘piezo’ or ‘magnetic pickup’. Once this has been set, it’s time to select one of 15 Target Guitar presets, such as ‘D-Eighteen’, ‘Humming Bird’ or ‘J-Forty Five’.
Now you’re all set up, you’re finally ready to enjoy wonderful, well-rounded sound which remains loyal to your guitar’s natural voice. Additionally, the AC-3 removes the trial and error away from gain-staging, the AC-3’s volume control determines both input gain and output simultaneously.
Super-Smooth Compression
full & consistent soundThe guitar is an instrument with a broad dynamic range. For this reason, Zoom fitted the AC-3 with a compressor to level out your playing, with the end result a full and consistent sound. Furthermore, thanks to it’s simple one knob design and LED indicator, it couldn’t be easier to control and find your desired level of compression.
For the times when you could do with just a little extra volume, just hit the ‘Boost’ switch for an extra 9dB of gain!
The Finishing Touch
9 fantastic effectsZoom crammed 9 different effects inside the AC-3, including delay, chorus and reverb. The effect algorithms have been developed in-house by Zoom, specifically designed for acoustic instruments, to add authentic depth and flavour to your guitars sound.
Zoom - 'AC-3' Acoustic Creator
with Josh TurnerTalented singer-guitarist Josh Turner uses the Zoom AC-3 to reclaim his live acoustic tone. Here, Josh explains the ins and outs of the AC-3 to help you understand all the ways it can help you achieve your best acoustic sound.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Type | Acoustic DI Preamp with effects |
|---|---|
| Effects Types | 15 Acoustic Guitar models, Delay, Chorus, Reverb, Compression |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" (instrument) |
| Outputs | 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4", 1 x 1/4" (anti-feedback footswitch) |
| USB | 1 x Micro-B |
| Features | Tuner, Anti-feedback control, Source Guitar presets |
| Power Source | 9V DC 500mA power supply (included) |
| Batteries | 2 x AA batteries (3 hours run time) |
