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Zoom G3 Multi Effects Pedal

Item ID: G3

Pedalboard-style Guitar Multi-effects with 100 DSP Effects and 40-second Looper

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Powerful Multi-effects Plus Pedalboard Convenience

With the power of an advanced multi-effects unit, the convenience of a pedalboard, and the versatility of a USB audio interface, the Zoom G3 guitar effects and amp simulator pedal is your go-to all-purpose guitar super tool. Three large LCD displays and footswitches give you a genuine stomp-box experience, and individual controls for effects and amp modeling make the G3 an invaluable live tool. Create and store up to 100 original tones using 100 built-in DSP effects. Other features, such as an onboard drum machine and a built in 40-second looper are especially handy for private practice. In the studio, you'll love the G3's USB and XLR outputs. And because the it comes with both Zoom's Edit & Share preset software and Steinberg's Sequal LE recording software, you'll get even more out of your G3 when you hook it up to your computer!





Zoom G3 Multi-effects Pedal Features at a Glance:
  • 3 large LCD displays and footswitches
  • Amp or stomp box effects can be used in any combination
  • Authentic amp modeling simulates amps, cabinets and mics separately
  • Over 100 built-in DSP effects
  • Create and store up to 100 original tones
  • Integrated drum machine
  • Looper function with 40 seconds of phrase recording and overdubbing
  • USB audio interface for DAW recording (Mac and PC)
  • Includes Edit & Share and Steinberg Sequal LE recording software
  • Over 6 hours of operation using 4 AA batteries, as well as USB bus and AC power

Get tons of effects plus the stomp-box-style performance, from the Zoom G3 multi-effects processor!
Specification Detail
Type Multi-FX
Number of Effects 107
Amp Modeling Yes
Number of Models 13 Amp Models
Analog Inputs 1 x 1/4"
Digital Inputs No Digital Inputs
Analog Outputs 2 x 1/4", 1 x XLR
Digital Outputs No Digital Outputs
Other Inputs 1 x 1/4" Contol Input
Other Outputs USB
Computer Connection Yes
Power Supply Included Yes
Batteries 4 x AA
Height 2.2 inches
Depth 6.6 inches
Width 9.2 inches
Weight 2.7 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number ZG3

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Reviews

based on 19 reviews

Zoom G3

by Tom from
December 22, 2012
Music Background: Band, Weekly, Large Room
This is a great product. It's a very fair price, and that's what it's all about. Six simultaneous Stomp effects for each chain. Use the patches OR create your own ( I choose the latter). If you like t... read more [+]o sound good, buy it.

SOUND: Great! The head turning snapped necks the first time I used it. I play a Gibson Midtown. I use the Zoom G3 Graphics EQ instead of an amp model and use the DI output to go directly into the sound board. I like a clean sound so I dislike amp models. This is because all manufacture's typical model the original amp sound and that means you even get the amp circuitry noise. The Zoom G3 and my POD xt both reproduce that same noise. I use the Zoom G3 now instead of the POD xt because of simplicity and good sound.

SIMPLICITY: Each Chain's Stomp Box (6) parameters can be changed easily and quickly (Do it - it's done. No save process needed).

PERFECT for me. I've read concerns about scrolling through banks. If you can dance on the buttons on a Stomp board throughout a set, then you can adapt to the Zoom G3 (simplicity). HERE"S THE SOLUTION: I don't need to jump around through more than three Stomp chains per song. I store patches in sequential order (from A0 to whatever - theres more than 100 chain slots available). During this process I put each songs primary patch in the middle and the other two (above and below the primary Stomp chain) and include a number in the Songs Title for those songs needing a sequencial series. Once the Stomp chains are set up, I hold down FOOT BUTTON # 1 to enter Scroll Mode. Then I simply scroll up and down during a song, and continually scroll up through Stomp chains as we progress through a set. Finally, during this process the name of each patch is displayed in the Far-Right (brightly lite) Window, so it's easy to see where you're at throughout the set.

COMPUTER INTERFACE: Easy. Save all the patches (current factory settings and all those you create) to your computer and reload them into the Zoom G3 in whatever order needed for your next gig. Easy to do with a laptop if you're on the road. There's more.... it's all just extra toppings on a good desert. close [-]

A Swiss Army Knife DI

by Tom from Touring
December 8, 2012
Music Background: Pro musician
Needed a DI for my acoustic guitar, so I decided to take a gamble and pick this up... Glad I did. I first dialed in an eq to make the guitar sound as natural as possible, and as a DI, I was very happy... read more [+] with it. Then I added a compressor to raise the volume of finger style passages, and it sounded great. A nice hall reverb added some fullness. Then, because of the firmware update (see below), I was able to add a delay/chorus following an amp model based on a Fender Vibroverb set to be slightly clean, with a boost pedal in front of it to give it a bit more bite and growl if needed. The three (nice) switches control the boost, amp model, and chorus, and it ended up making a great little pedal setup for my acoustic guitar.

The bottom line is that it does a great job as a DI, and I got some added tone toys thrown in. The amp models don't feel as lifelike as the Line 6 HD, but they sound great on stage and in the mix. The only thing I wish Zoom would have included is the ability to sync delay tempo via midi. However, at this price, that isn't really expected.

As an aside...when the unit first arrived with the old firmware, only three effects could be used at a time, but the firmware update 2.0 adds the ability to use six at a time...that essentially gave me the freebie sound options described above. It is now my favorite DI. close [-]

Zoom G3

by Richard C. Smith Jr. from Frederick, Maryland
December 5, 2012
Music Background: Semi-professional musician for 25 years.
Received the G3 two weeks ago...I am very pleased with my purchase from Sweetwater. I couldn't believe that they actually follow-up with a phone call! Who does that anymore? This is my fourth multi... read more [+]-effects that I have used in 25 years and my second Zoom product. I tried other processors recently, but found the G3 to be exactly what I was looking for. I love the amp sims!! They have to be the best I have ever heard! Thanks Zoom!! close [-]

Great Bang For Your Buck

by Jeffry Arntzen from Mo, US
April 9, 2012
Music Background: Weekend Warrior
I bought the G3 mainly for home practice. Love the drums tracks and looper, very easy to use. I've started to use it at gigs, and find it very user friendly. I'm mainly using the delay and modulati... read more [+]on effects at gigs, but have used the looper live. Definitely worth the money close [-]

Sweetwater Advice

JR Dahman
With its solid metal construction, the Zoom G3 is worthy of the title “STOMP BOX”! This powerhouse is an all-in-one dream machine that comes loaded with over 100 high quality effects and amp models, giving you the ability to really mold and shape your tone to perfection. With its three large screens and knobs, it couldn't be easier to choose a patch and fine tune it to your liking. You can use the effects individually or combine any three to give you the perfect sound. Add in the easy-to-use 40-second loop phrase recording and overdubbing, plus the integrated drum machine, and you really do have a pedal that can do it ALL!
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Getting a phone call from one of your sales engineers to thank me for my order is just something that does not happen these days. A personal touch is great. Outstanding service and my order arrived as promised in two days.


Jon, Cushing, MN

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