Roland V-Bass VB-99 Manuale del Proprietario

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10Contents CATEGORY NAME ... 15

100Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS AC BASS (Acoustic Bass) Parameters for

101COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 * When ANALOG GR has been s

102Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASSWAVE SYNTH OSC SYNTH Parameter/RangeExp

103COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 FILTERBOWED/PIPE Parameter/

104Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASSCRYSTLORGANBRASS Parameter/RangeExplana

105COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 E.GTR (Electric Guitar) Par

106Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASSPITCH *1 Setting available with SHIFT M

107COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 MIX *1 Setting available wh

108Chapter 8 Parameters Guide POLY POLY COMP (Poly Compressor) The Poly Compr

109POLY FX (Poly Effect) Chapter 8 Chapter 8 POLY DEFRET (Poly Defretter) Th

11 Main Features The VB-99 is the culmination of Roland’s COSM technology-based bass modeling systems. Featuring advanced software supported by the v

110Chapter 8 Parameters Guide POLY POLY OCTAVE (Poly Octave) This supports pl

111FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 COMP (Compressor) This i

112Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) OD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion) This e

113FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 DELAY This effect adds d

114Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)PANDUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/RWARPMOD P

115FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 * Recording and playback

116Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) MOD1, MOD2 For MOD1 and MOD2, you c

117FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 FLANGER The flanging eff

118Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)PEDAL WAH This is a wah effect that

119FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 AUTO WAH This filters th

12 Names of Things and What They Do fig.00-020 1. D BEAM Switches the D Beam on and off. You can add a variety of effects to your sounds by moving yo

120Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)OCTAVE This adds a note one octave l

121FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 HARMONIST Harmonist is a

122Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)PEDAL BEND This lets you use a pedal

123FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 ROTARY This produces an

124Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)HUMANIZER This creates human vowel-l

125FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8ADV.COMP (Advanced Compre

126Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects)PEQ (Parametric Equalizer) Adjusts t

127FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 NS (Noise Suppressor) Th

128Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM AMP COSM technology simulates different pre

129COSM AMP Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 BASS 360T.E.SESSIONGTR AMP C

13Names of Things and What They Do 15. BALANCE Knob Sets the mix balance. (p. 32) 16. CHAIN Button Used to make settings for the effect and COSM bass

130Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM AMPGTR AMP CLEAN / GTR AMP CRUNCH / GTR AMP

131MIXER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXER T

132Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXEROUTPUT This setting determines the signal ro

133MIXER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 DELAY/REVERB You can apply delay

134Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXER DYNAMIC This function allows you use your p

135MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 CONTROL ASSIGN Adjust these sett

136Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTERPITCH PANEL CTL1/CTL2 (Control Button 1/2)

137MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 FILTER This passes only portions

138Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTERPITCHFILTER This passes only portions of th

139MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 EXP PEDAL (Expression Pedal) Par

14Names of Things and What They Do fig.00-030 1. Security Slot ( ) 988 Connect a commercially available anti-theft security cable here.http://www.ke

140Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER The controllers (sources) controlling targ

141MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 *1 The TRIGGR, TIME, and CURVE p

142Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER NAME/KEY/BPM PATCH NAMECATEGORYKEYBPM * Th

143BASS TO MIDI Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 PATCH These parameters are

144Chapter 8 Parameter Guide BASS TO MIDI SYSTEM These parameters are applied

145SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 LCD CONTRAST DIRECT PATCH GK SET

146Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM *1 Setting available when GK PU TYPE is se

147SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 * The parameters that can be set

148Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM CONTROL FC-300 Parameter/RangeExplanation

149SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 MIDI Parameter/RangeExplanation

15Names of Things and What They Do Signal FlowDigital Recorderetc.ComputerAudio SignalBassGK-3BDivided Pick upHeadphonesBass AmpMixerBass AmpBASS OUT

150Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM Parameter/RangeExplanation PC (Program Cha

151SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 OUTPUT * The parameters enabled

152Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM USB Parameter/RangeExplanation USB IN This

153SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 BPM * The parameters enabled (SY

154Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM FC-300 CTL6FC-300 external footswitch6FC-3

155SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 *1 You cannot set the MIN or MAX

156Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM CATEGORY NAMED BEAM CALIB (D BEAM Calibra

157GLOBAL Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 EQ MAIN (Equalizer Main), EQ SUB

158Chapter 8 Parameter Guide TUNERSUB OUT LEVELMULTI MODE, SINGLE MODE Paramet

159 Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Appendices MIDI Implementation ChartFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumberVelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeProgramChan

16 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds First install the GK-3B divided pickup (optional) on the bass to be used. For installation instructions, refer to the

160Chapter 9 AppendicesFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumberVelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveCommonSystemRealtim

161Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 V-LINKFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumberVelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveCo

162Chapter 9 AppendicesPALETTE 1–32 (Palette Change)V-LINK FunctionTransmitted MIDI Message Transmitted ChannelCC 0 (Bank Select MSB): 0–31ch.A / ch

163Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 VB-99: V-Bass SystemAD Conversion 24 bits + AF method DA Conversion 24 bits Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz Program Mem

164Chapter 9 AppendicesDimensions 384.0 (W) x 218.0 (D) x 93.5 (H) mm15-1/8 (W) x 8-5/8 (D) x 3-11/16 (H) inches * EIA-5U rack mount type: optional r

165Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 If there has been a mistake in an operation or if the operation is not executed properly, an error message will app

166Chapter 9 Appendices ❏ Is each effect set correctly? → Use the “Meter function” (p. 31) in [CHAIN] to confirm the output level of each effect. If

167Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 Unable to save SYSTEM/USB USB IN settings → If the USB IN parameter is set to COSM BASS A, COSM BASS B, or NORMAL

168 Index Numerics -1 OCTAVE LEVEL ... 110-2 OCTAVE LEVEL ...

169Index D Beam Controller ... 71D BEAM DISAB ...

17Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 Top PanelRear Panel Making the Connections Bass with GK-3B / GK-2BGK cableBass Amp(for Normal Bass)StereoHead

170Index FREQ ... 110, 118–119, 124FREQ MAX ...

171Index MAIN LEVEL ... 132, 151MAIN OUT ...

172Index PEDAL POS ... 118, 122PEDAL WAH ...

173Index SETTING1–10 ... 145, 157SHIFT ...

174Index V-LINK SYSTEM ... 155VOICE ...

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18Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds * The GK cable is a locking cable. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull on it with undue force, but instead releas

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19Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 other settings can be used fully in two channels.* When connecting an expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL jack,

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20Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds The VB-99 has a variety of Play screen variations, each providing different information about the current state of the

21Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 Use this procedure to set the type of device connected to the MAIN OUT jacks. fig.01-071 1. Press [GLOBAL]. T

22Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds 5. Select the divided pickup type. Use the F1 knob to set the type of divided pickup installed in the bass you are usin

23Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 10. Press PAGE [ ] to go to Page 5. fig.01-060d 11. Rotate the F1–F6 knobs to adjust the divided pickup sensi

24Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds • [F6] (MUTE OFF, MUTE ON) This setting determines whether sounds from the output jacks are output or not while tuning

25Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 You can switch patches consecutively with the PATCH/VALUE Dial. 1. Confirm that the Play screen is displayed.

26 Chapter 2 Creating Sounds First, let’s take a look at how the VB-99 is organized internally. ● COSM Basses You can use COSM modeling to create the

27Chapter 2 Creating Sounds Chapter 2 Setting BASS DIRECT to “on” enables you to output the direct bass sound at a single touch.It's possible to

28Chapter 2 Creating Sounds * You can use POLY FX in only one channel at a time (A or B). 1. Press [POLY FX] for the channel, either A or B, in which

29Chapter 2 Creating Sounds Chapter 2 You can freely set the order in which the effects and COSM amps are connected. 1. Press [CHAIN]. The Chain scre

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30Chapter 2 Creating Sounds 1. Press [NAME/KEY/BPM]. 2. Press [F2] (KEY). 3. Set the song’s key with [F1] (SELECT) or the F1 knob. * The COSM bass PI

31Chapter 2 Creating Sounds Chapter 2 1. Press [CHAIN]. 2. Use [F2] ( SEL) and [F3] (SEL ) to select the arrow that indicates the connection loca

32Chapter 2 Creating Sounds You can set the mix balance of Channel A and Channel B with the BALANCE knob. Soon after the knob is turned, the balance

33Chapter 2 Creating Sounds Chapter 2 You can set the overall patch volume level with the V-BASS LEVEL knob. Soon after the knob is turned, the V-Bas

34Chapter 2 Creating Sounds You can give names to the patches you create. 1. Press [NAME/KEY/BPM]. 2. Press [F1] (NAME). 3. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to mov

35 Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) * The parameters described in this section are saved without the Write procedure being perform

36Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) 1. Follow Steps 1–5 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 35) to select the GK SETTING. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] t

37Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 Certain peculiarities in the sound may appear when the COSM bass and normal pickup sounds are m

38Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Set the clearance from the divided pickup to the bridge’s saddle for each string. * This setting is not r

39Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 The VB-99 comes equipped with a function that automatically detects whether or not a GK connect

4 IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is control

40Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) The VB-99 includes a function for adjusting the overall tone produced by the device. This is referred to

41Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 Both MAIN OUT and SUB OUT feature four-band EQs. EQ (MAIN) is applied to the output from MAIN

42Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) This controls the overall reverb level settings in the individual patches. This is effective for adjustin

43Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 This setting determines whether or not the current settings for each controller (the expression

44Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Setting upper and lower limits for the patches that can be switched allows you to select only the patches

45Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 This sets the signals and levels output for each of the VB-99’s output jacks and connectors (MA

46 Chapter 4 Using the VB-99 in Combination with an FC-300 With an FC-300 (optional) connected to the VB-99, you can perform the following operations

47Chapter 4 Using the VB-99 in Combination with an FC-300 Chapter 4 This sets the timing at which patches are switched when you press [ ] [ ] pedals

48Chapter 4 Using the VB-99 in Combination with an FC-300 This switches the FC-300’s AMP CTL 1 and AMP CTL 2 parameters on and off.When the bass amp’

49 Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Using MIDI MIDI, an abbreviation for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, is a universal standard that enables musical instru

5IMPORTANT NOTES 561 • Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/500H with a connection cable (stereo 1/4” phone – stereo 1/

50Chapter 5 Using MIDI Receiving Control Change Messages The VB-99 can receive Control Change messages to control specified parameters while a perfor

51Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 While the use of MIDI allows various devices to communicate with each other, this does not mean that it enables exch

52Chapter 5 Using MIDI Bank Select and Program Change are MIDI messages generally used for switching patches.Normally, patches are switched using Pro

53Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 MIDI Omni Mode When set to MIDI Omni mode, the VB-99 receives messages on all MIDI channels, regardless of the MIDI

54Chapter 5 Using MIDIMIDI PC OUT This setting determines whether or not Program Change messages are output when the VB-99’s patches are switched. 1.

55Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Setting the TX PC MAP To set Program Change messages to be transmitted with individual patches, make the settings de

56Chapter 5 Using MIDI The table below shows the correspondence between the factory default Program change Map and the Program Change messages receiv

57Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 When Transmitting Data to Another VB-99 Connect the devices as shown below, then match the Device IDs for the transm

58Chapter 5 Using MIDI 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Setting the MIDI-Related Functions” (p. 52) to display the MIDI screen. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to display P

59Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 These procedures are used for making settings for the device as a whole. Changes are saved automatically, and the Wr

6 Contents Main Features ...11Names of Things and What T

60Chapter 5 Using MIDI Thinning Out Bend Messages (BEND THIN) Vibrato, slides, and other such data in bass performances are output as Pitch Bend mess

61Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Patch parameters are settings made individually for each patch. The Write procedure is required to save changes in t

62Chapter 5 Using MIDIAdjusting the Feel Produced in Playing the Bass (PLAY FEEL) This selects the response of the synth sound relative to the playin

63Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Selecting How the Hold Functions (HOLD TYPE) This selects the Hold function type when the controller set with the HO

64Chapter 5 Using MIDI The MIDI channel over which the messages are output in POLY mode is only the basic channel. In MONO mode, the messages are out

65 Chapter 6 Chapter 6 Using the VB-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB By using USB with the VB-99, you’ll be able to exchange digital audio signals

66Chapter 6 Using the VB-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F2] (USB). 4. Press P

67Chapter 6 Using the VB-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB Chapter 6 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F2] (USB).

68Chapter 6 Using the VB-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB In the computer application, set the audio input port to the VB-99.You can freely set the

69Chapter 6 Using the VB-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB Chapter 6 In the computer application, set the audio output port to the VB-99.You can use

7Contents Inputting the Bass’s Scale (BASS SCALE)...

70 Chapter 7 Other Functions The sensitivity of the D Beam controller can vary depending on the amount of light in the vicinity of the controller and

71Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 You can disable the D Beam controller for the entire device.If you are using the VB-99 rack-mounted or otherwis

72Chapter 7 Other Functions 4. To turn off the D Beam controller, press the button you pressed in Step 1 again so the indicator goes off. While the r

73Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The ribbon controller allows you to change sounds by “scratching” or tracing your finger along the ribbon. You

74Chapter 7 Other Functions pedal, MIDI device, or any of a variety of other controllers. You can press the D BEAM or RIBBON CONTROLLER [PITCH] butto

75Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 You can press the D BEAM or RIBBON CONTROLLER [FILTER] button to apply the FILTER effect and add nuance to the

76Chapter 7 Other Functions You can assign parameters to the F1–F6 knobs to control the parameters as you play.Additionally, you can check (display)

77Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 These settings are made when parameters are to be controlled with the GK-3B VOLUME knob or DOWN/S1, UP/S2 switc

78Chapter 7 Other Functions 3. Select the function you want to assign with PAGE [ ] [ ], [F1]–[F6], and the F1–F6 knobs. You can assign two different

79Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The following section describes the parameters you can set on each page. * The screen shown in the example is f

8Contents Recording the VB-99’s Output with a Computer ... 68Using the VB-99 to Add E

80Chapter 7 Other Functions 4. If you want to save the edited settings, perform the Write procedure (p. 34). * If you do not want to save, press [EXI

81Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The VB-99 features a function called Internal Pedal system. This function assigns specified parameters to a vir

82Chapter 7 Other Functions To save any changes you’ve made in the settings, you need to perform the write procedure. To make a copy of an existing p

83Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 You can set user patches to their initial conditions, with all effects switched off.This is convenient when you

84Chapter 7 Other Functions You can copy and reuse portions of patch parameters (such as COSM amps, effects, and other modules). 1. Go to the setting

85Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The VB-99 includes a function that allows you to categorize patches into a number of different groups. This is

86Chapter 7 Other Functions 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F5] (CATGRY). The Category Name settings screen appea

87Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 Here is an example using the compressor effect. 1. Press [FX]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to go to Page 1. 3. Press [F1]

88Chapter 7 Other Functions There are two methods you can use to save changed tones. Saving to Patches 1. Press [WRITE]. The PATCH WRITE screen appea

89Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 When storing Favorite Settings, you can also give the settings names.Carry out the following procedure in Step

9Contents POLY DEFRET (Poly Defretter) ... 109POLY

90Chapter 7 Other Functions 8. Press [F3] (SEARCH). A list of patches using the selected Favorite Setting is displayed. 9. You can scroll through the

91Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 1. Connect the VB-99’s MIDI OUT connector to the V-LINK compatible device. 2. Turn on the power to the device t

92Chapter 7 Other FunctionsSetting the Assign (ASSIGN1–2) These settings are necessary for controlling video using the bass’s performance data and me

93Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 You can use the VB-99 while attached to a PDS-10 stand (optional). 1. Turn the VB-99 over and remove the screws

94Chapter 7 Other Functions By employing the separately available RAD-99 rack mount adaptor , you can use the VB-99 in a rack-mounted configuration.

95Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to display Page 3. 3. Press [F2] (F.RST). The FACTORY RESET screen appears

96 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide In this chapter you’ll find detailed descriptions for each of the VB-99’s operational parameters.The COSM BASS section

97COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 SYNTH TYPE (Synthesizer Typ

98Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS E.BASS ( Electric Bass) Parameters for

99COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 VIOLINVARI *1 Setting availa