Roland MV-8800 Roland MV-8800 A New Integrated-Studio Standard Since 2003, Roland's MV-8000 has been a coveted centerpiece for many of the world's greatest hip-hop and R&B producers. With its powerful hands-on features, and its ability to incorporate a VGA monitor and mouse, it brought the best of the hardware- and software-based production worlds together. Today Roland sets a new standard in production power and flexibility with the MV-8800. Complete production solution, from beat creation and multitrack recording to mixing, mastering and CD burning Tight integration of drum machine-style pattern recording and DAW-style linear recording Realtime control of audio pitch and time, groove quantize, and pattern/song arrangements - great for both studio and stage World-class sound library pre-installed on the internal hard drive Legendary Roland instrument and effects models onboard, including TR-808, TR-909, SRV reverb, SDD-320 Chorus, SBF-325 Flanger, Boss BF-2 and HF-2, and RE-201 Space Echo Three MIDI ports (IN x 1, OUT x 2) for connecting external MIDI devices Color LCD with icon-oriented interface Accepts external VGA monitor (optional) and optical mouse Roland MV-8800 Synthesis, Sampling, Recording, Mixing, Mastering The MV-8800 is a fully equipped sampler and synthesizer with parameters that can be edited and automated with the assignable sliders and/or with a VGA monitor and mouse (VGA monitor optional; mouse included). It's also an advanced multitrack recorder equipped with an automated 24-channel stereo mixer and mega effects processor. Mastering tools are provided as well, including a parametric mastering EQ, enhancer, expander, multiband compressor, mastering limiter, and soft-clip algorithm with output dithering. Sound Library Onboard Create your own sounds or load up to 128 instruments or drum kits at once from the MV-formatted sound library that's preinstalled on the hard drive. Newly created drum kits are provided, including a special collection of 16 vintage drum machines such as the legendary Roland TR-808 and TR-909. Acoustic and electric pianos, strings, guitars, horns, synth basses, and other essential instruments are also included. Amazing Pitch and Time Control Load hundreds of loops, hits, or vocal phrases at once, all with realtime BPM matching. Just tap the tempo and all the samples lock to your new tempo! You can match the pitches of melodic phrases just as easily. Create loop-based tracks on the fly, all locked together in perfect pitch and time sync. Vintage and Modern Effects An incredible lineup of modern and vintage effects is built into the MV-8800, including models of classic Roland SRV reverbs, SDD-320 Chorus, SBF-325 Flanger, Boss BF-2 and HF-2 pedals, and the legendary RE-201 Space Echo. The MV-8800's multi-effects processor includes an Analog Modeling Bass that turns the MFX engine into a virtual SH-style bass synthesizer. All MFX knob tweaks can be automated as you mix. Roland MV-8800 Spe

Roland Sound Blender Roland Sound Blender Description: Plug-in power for your V-Studio! A full TDM version of SoundBlender for use with Roland VS8F3. SoundBlender brings professional studio-quality pitch shifting effects to the Roland VS platform. Perfect for the guitarist, SoundBlender has 2 channels of intelligent pitch-shifting, dual resonant filters, echo and reverse echo processors, arpeggiation and more. So far, there are eight plug-in developers with products available for the VS8F-3. Antares will offer their best-selling Auto-Tune plug-in while Cakewalk? will offer SoundStage? to allow users to design the perfect acoustic environment in addition to the critically acclaimed fx: reverb?. IK Multimedia will be porting over their popular T-Racks mastering plug-in and Massenburg will release their Hi Resolution Parametric EQ. McDSP will also jump onboard with their own unique Chrome Tone Amp plug-in. Sound Toys? will bring SoundBlender, their professional studio-quality pitch shifting effects to the Roland VS platform and TC Electronics will offer their TCR3000? which delivers 16 of TC?s best, award-winning reverbs. Universal Audio will bring their acclaimed LA2A Limiting Amplifier and 1176LN Compressor to the V-Studio platform. More 3rd party plug-ins will be announced in the coming months. Roland Sound Blender Features: Open platform card adds powerful plug-in processing to the latest V-Studios* Superb sound quality: 56-bit processing and up to 96kHz sampling rate Runs 2 stereo (4 mono) plug-ins at 48kHz or 1 stereo (2 mono) plug-in(s) at 96kHz Includes 5 Roland plug-ins, plus support for optional 3rd party plug-ins Compatible with VS-2000CD/2400CD/2480 Series. VS-2400CD/2480/2480CD require a CD-ROM update included in the box. Support for the VS-1680/1880/1824 is planned beginning the 2nd quarter of 2004. Install up to two plug-ins per card 3rd party developers include Antares, IK Multimedia, Universal Audio, Massenburg, McDSP and more Get your Roland Sound Blender today

Roland V-Bass Roland V-Bass Overview: The Future of Bass Guitar Starts Here. Imagine a bass guitar processing system which can accurately model the world's most popular basses- everything from classic electrics to upright acoustic bass, fretless bass and more-and combine them with the sounds of the world's greatest bass amplifiers and polyphonic effects. That's the power of the Roland V-Bass, a floor-based processor which pairs breakthrough COSM® Bass technology and a new GK-3B or compatible Divided Pickup for Bass, taking bass guitar into bold new sonic dimensions. Bass processing/modeling system which recreates a variety of bass, pickup, amp, speaker cabinet, mic and effects combinations COSM Bass technology models classic electric, acoustic, fretless and custom user-created basses using standard bass guitar with GK-3B Divided Pickup for Bass* Instant access to popular solid state and tube amp models, speaker cabinets, plus original amp models Unsurpassed bass effects include modeled wah, modeled overdrive/distortion, compression, delay, chorus, reverb and more Incredible synth bass sounds, polyphonic effects, wild sound effects and more Extremely intuitive operation w/ helpful operational graphics and icons Onboard expression pedal for realtime parameter control 1/4" bass input jack for direct access to amp modeling and non-polyphonic effects 4-string, 5-string and 6-string Select function for optimal results; 100 Preset and 100 User patches * This user-installable pickup is required for access to COSM Bass technology and polyphonic effects. Roland V-Bass Details: Introducing COSM® Bass Technology Building upon the knowledge and experience gained from V-Guitar technology, Roland developed all-new COSM Bass technology to power the new V-Bass. COSM Bass technology can process a standard bass guitar with a GK-3B or compatible Divided Pickup to sound like a variety of other basses-including acoustic upright bass, fretless bass, a variety of classic electric basses, synth bass and more-and you can even design custom basses by combining different body types and pickup configurations. Of special note is the polyphonic pitch shifting, which can re-pitch individual strings for instant alternate tunings and wild sound effects. Unsurpassed Bass Amp Modeling and Bass As a recording and performance tool, the V-Bass stands alone. Thanks to COSM Bass Amp Modeling, the V-Bass can precisely model the sound of classic and modern bass amps, from "Concert" and "Session" models to "T.E.", "Bass 360" and others. Dial in the tone of these models like the originals, then pair them with a variety of modeled speaker cabinets. The effects section features wah, modeled overdrive/distortion, compressors, extensive EQ, delay, chorus, reverb and more. Bass-Friendly Design The V-Bass was designed by bassists, for bassists. So it features things like an XLR output for connection to PA or studio console, a 4-, 5- or 6-string Select function for accura

Roland VG-88 Roland VG-88 Overview: The World's Most Powerful Guitar Modeling System The Roland VG-88 presents guitarists with next-generation of revolutionary V-Guitar technology. This futuristic guitar system uses advanced COSM® technology to "model" the most popular guitars and amplifiers in music history, as well as produce some very unique "guitar-meets-synth" sounds all its own. And with new Version 2 software, the VG-88 gains even more powerful features-making it Roland's finest V-Guitar system to date. Roland VG-88 Features: Self-contained guitar processing/modeling system which recreates a wide variety of guitar, pickup, amp, speaker cabinet and microphone sounds using a standard electric guitar equipped with GK-2A or compatible pickup (sold separately) GK-Ready 13-pin input plus 1/4" guitar input for direct access to amp/speaker modeling sections Hollow-body and acoustic guitar models including new nylon string guitar Extremely natural tube amp models and overdriven sounds HRM (Harmonic Restructure Modeling) creates synth-type sounds—including new brass sounds—with natural playing nuances and without delay Combination guitar output/GK pickup output for completely new types of sounds Polyphonic Intelligent Pitch Shifter for instant open tunings, 12-string guitars, bass guitar, string-assignable octave, slow gear, and more Effects include reverb, chorus, hexa-pan, delay, flanger and parametric EQ Extremely intuitive operation w/ helpful operational graphics and icons Onboard expression pedal for realtime parameter control Output Select switch for connection to conventional guitar amps or power amps Offers 200 Preset and 100 User Patches, including newly-developed factory Patches Roland VG-88 Details: Outstanding COSM® Guitar Models Want to turn your GK-equipped guitar into a screamin' electric or a nylon string guitar at the press of a button? No problem. The VG-88's extensive list of guitar models encompasses everything from synth sounds to banjos, acoustic and electric 12-strings, hollow-bodies, single- and double-cutaway electrics and more. Version 2 software adds three more guitar models: Wave Synth, Sitar and the incredible-sounding Nylon II model. COSM Guitar List All The Amps You Need and More The VG-88 doesn't just stop with guitars; it also models a variety of pickups, vintage and modern amplifiers, speaker cabinets and microphone placement. There are now 32 amps total-including new amplifiers like Jazz Combo, Match Lead, Tweed and new R-Fier models like R-Fier Orange and Red. If you can dream it, you can create it on the VG-88 Version 2. COSM Amp List Powerful Multi-Effects The VG-88's effects section includes everything from reverb and chorus to delay, flanger and parametric EQ-plus distortion, Slicer and polyphonic effects like a string-assignable octaver and a polyphonic Slow Gear. Want more? The new Defretter effect makes your guitar sound like a fretless, while Uni-V creates cool phase-shift

Roland VG-99 Roland VG-99 Overiview: A Milestone in Guitar Modeling and Performance Technology In the history of guitar modeling, no manufacturer has devoted more time, resources, and passion into this market segment than Roland - from the world's first guitar modeling processor, the legendary VG-8, to its popular V-Guitar predecessors. Today, Roland proudly announces another milestone in guitar modeling and performance technology: the VG-99. With three powerful new processors at its core, plus expressive performance controls such as Ribbon Controller and D BEAM, this remarkable instrument raises the bar in guitar-modeling and performance technology. Dual modeling engines allow guitar and amp models to be dynamically switched, layered and combined. New COSM electric, acoustic and even bass guitar models, and new synth waves such as the famous GR-300 Guitar to MIDI converter for direct connection to keyboards, sound modules, soft synths, computers, and other MID compatible devices. Supports USB audio and MIDI for easy digital recording and sequencing. Dual GT-Pro-class effects processor enables unequalled flexible tone creation. Advanced performance controls, including D BEAM, V-LINK, and Ribbon Controller take guitar performance to a whole new level. Simple and intuitive knob based interface and new design support live performance. Graphical Editor software included to support sophisticated sound making. Versatile I/O including USB, S/PDIF, XLR provide pro connections for virtually every type of music production and performance on stage to professional studio recording The following VG-99 optional accessories are available: Roland VG-99 Details: Multi Modeling The VG-99 contains an incredible range of COSM-modeled guitars and amplifiers including new electric, acoustic and bass guitar models, a new GR-300 synth wave, and much more. It even models two signal paths at once. Complete dual processing of guitar modeling on the VG-99 allows you to play two different guitar sounds simultaneously. For example, one virtual guitar could be a Telecaster ® in a vintage Tweed amp with full effects and the other a nylon-string guitar with just a hint of reverb. Dynamic Control Both modeled guitar and amp paths can be active at the same time, or they can be dynamically switched or blended. You can control the switching behavior between virtual guitars and/or amps by foot controllers, buttons/knobs on the unit, or according to your picking dynamics. Imagine, for example, playing softly for an acoustic-guitar sound, and transitioning to a full metal blast simply by picking more aggressively. Furthermore, each modeled guitar can be separately assigned to individual guitar-strings. For example, you could have a 12-string guitar on 1st to 4th string and Synth-bass for 5th and 6th. Alternate Tunings The VG-99 can produce custom tunings - anything the player desires on any virtual guitar. A virtual Les Paul ® , for example, could be tun

Roland VG-99/GK-3 Roland VG-99/GK-3 Overview: A Milestone in Guitar Modeling and Performance Technology The Roland VG-99/GK-3 guitar modeling synth/pickup system turns your guitar into a versatile synth instrument! The VG-99 has three powerful new processors at its core, plus expressive performance controls such as Ribbon Controller and D BEAM. The highly accurate GK-3 pickup sends individual signals to the VG-99 and is simple to install. Other highlights such as an onboard guitar-to-MIDI converter and on-screen editor let you take your 6-string capabilities to new heights with the Roland VG-99/GK-3 system. Roland VG-99/GK-3 Description: Wide range of COSM-modeled guitars and amplifiers Control switching between virtual guitars and/or amps by foot controllers, buttons/knobs, or your picking dynamics Easy alternate tunings Designed for easy control onstage Guitar-to-MIDI converter and other user-requested features Includes GK-3 pickup Roland VG-99/GK-3 Details: Multi Modeling The VG-99 contains an incredible range of COSM-modeled guitars and amplifiers including new electric, acoustic and bass guitar models, a new GR-300 synth wave, and much more. It even models two signal paths at once. Complete dual processing of guitar modeling on the VG-99 allows you to play two different guitar sounds simultaneously. For example, one virtual guitar could be a Telecaster in a vintage Tweed amp with full effects and the other a nylon-string guitar with just a hint of reverb. Dynamic Control Both modeled guitar and amp paths can be active at the same time, or they can be dynamically switched or blended. You can control the switching behavior between virtual guitars and/or amps by foot controllers, buttons/knobs on the unit, or according to your picking dynamics. Imagine, for example, playing softly for an acoustic-guitar sound, and transitioning to a full metal blast simply by picking more aggressively. Furthermore, each modeled guitar can be separately assigned to individual guitar-strings. For example, you could have a 12-string guitar on 1st to 4th string and Synth-bass for 5th and 6th. Alternate Tunings The VG-99 can produce custom tunings - anything the player desires on any virtual guitar. A virtual Les Paul, for example, could be tuned down four or five steps for a heavy sound, while a nylon string could be tuned as a 12-string, and also tuned down four or five steps at the same time. Open and drop tunings are also supported as well as user defined custom tunings and can be applied to any COSM guitar, so the player can switch instantly between tuning setups without physically switching guitars or having to manually retune. Guitar Performance in Higher Dimension With its new performance based design, the VG-99 can be placed within a player's easy reach on stage by using an optional PDS-10 stand. This new style setup allows various new performance possibilities such as D BEAM, Ribbon Controller and more. In combination with the versatile new foot co