Roland VP-770 - Manual

9 T h e A n c e s t r y o f t h e V P 1939 marks the invention of the “vocoder,” a method of compressing a vocal signal. Subsequently used during World War II as a way to scramble communications, the vocoder began to achieve popularity as an electronic musical instrument in the 1970’s. Most vocoders...

10 Features of the VP-770 The VP-770 is a keyboard featuring cutting-edge “Vocal Designer” human vocal modelingtechnology. Just connect a microphone, play the keyboard while you sing, and let the VP-770model incredibly realistic and natural vocals. Highest Quality Vocals Unlike the choir sounds you’...

An Overview of the VP-770 The VP-770 has three parts, and each part occupies its own section of the front panel. If you turn on a sound button for a part, you’ll be able to play that part. If you turn on a sound button for two or more parts, you’ll be able to play those parts simultaneously. By comb...

12 About Vocal Designer “Vocal Designer” human vocal modeling technology is a further evolution of the “vocoder.” Here’s a simple explanation of the vocoder. What’s a Vocoder? The “vocoder” was invented by the physicist H. Dudley in 1939 as a technology for compressing a voice communication signal. ...

13 Introducing the Sounds VOCAL DESIGNER Sound Description CLASSIC Large choirs suitable for classical music. These are also a good choice for any choral sound—notjust classical—and will match nearly any style of music. They have a clear sound, and are a goodchoice when you want the lyrics to be hea...

15 M a k i n g C o n n e c t i o n s I n this chapter you’ll connect the VP-770 to your external equipment and set it up.

16 Making Connections Placing the VP-770 on the KS-12 Stand If you place the VP-770 on a stand, you must use the KS-12 (sold separately). Seen from the rear Position the stand so that its arms extend toward the performer. Rubber feet ArmHole Performer When placing the VP-770 on the stand, be careful...

17 Connect the Power Cord ( AC IN) Connect the included power cord to the VP-770’s AC IN connector,and plug the other end into an AC outlet. to AC outlet 1.

18 Connecting Your Amp or Speakers ( OUTPUT/ PHONES) The VP-770 doesn’t contain an amp or speakers. In order to hear sound, you’ll need to connect it to monitor speakers (with a built-in amp), a stereo set or other audio system, or headphones. To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or othe...

19 Connecting Your Microphone ( MIC) A microphone is indispensable for performing with the VP-770. The VP-770 models v sounds by using your voice that’s input via the microphone. A headset-type microphone is included with the VP-770. If You’re Using the Included Microphone (MIC) Connect it to the MI...

20 If You’re Connecting Your Microphone to the EXT IN Jack (EXT IN) Connect it to the EXT IN jack as shown. Turn the [EXT IN] knob to “MIC.” This knob adjusts the level of the sound from the EXT IN jack. ( Turn the knob toward “MIC” to increase the level, or toward “LINE” to decrease it.) If you’ve ...

21 Connecting a Pedal (FOOT PEDAL HOLD/ CTRL 1/CTRL 2) You can connect a hold pedal (sold separately: DP series) and an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5) to the VP-770. If an optional hold pedal (DP series) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL HOLD jack, you can press the hold pedal to cause ...

22 Connecting USB Memory (Sold Separately) Audio fi les saved on USB memory (sold separately) can be assigned to the keyboard for playback (p. 68), and you can back up all of the VP-770’s settings to USB memory as a “project” (p. 103). Open the USB MEMORY connector cover and insert the USB memory. B...

23 P e r f o r m i n g I n this chapter you’ll learn the basics of playing the VP-770. When you’ve fi nished it, you will have mastered the basics of the VP-770!

24 Turning On/Off the Power ( POWER ON) Here’s how to turn the VP-770’s power on or off . Turning On the Power After completing the connection explained in the previous chapter, make sure to turn on the powerby following the steps below. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing mal...

25 Turning Off the Power Before you turn off the power, check the following. Have you turned down the volume of the VP-770 and the connected audio system to the minimum settings? On the VP-770’s rear panel, turn the [POWER ON] switch “off .” If you need to turn off the power completely, fi rst turn ...

26 Adjusting the Volume ( VOLUME) Here’s how to adjust the volume of the entire VP-770. Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume of the entire VP-770. For best results, adjust the volume of your amp or speaker system so that you get the desiredloudness when the [ VOLUME] knob is between the 12 o’c...

27 Performing with Vocal Designer ( VOCAL DESIGNER) Let’s go ahead and try performing with the Vocal Designer part. While vocalizing into the microphone, play the keyboard and you’ll hear realistic and natural voices. For more about how Vocal Designer works, refer to “About Vocal Designer” ( ➞ p. 12...

28 Adjusting the Microphone Input Level ( MIC LEVEL) Here’s how to adjust the input level of the microphone connected to the rear panel MIC jack. Vocalize into the microphone. Try to keep a consistent distance between the microphone and your mouth. Check the indicator status. LEVEL Indicator signifi...

29 Performing with Vocal Designer Now you’re ready to perform with Vocal Designer. Select a sound. To ensure that you can clearly hear the sound of Vocal Designer, turn off the sound buttons of theEnsemble part and the Audio key/Bass & Percussion part. To ensure that you’re hearing just Vocal De...

30 Adding Your Unprocessed Voice ( DIRECT) Now let’s add your voice from the microphone directly to the output. Vocalize into the microphone. Turn the [DIRECT] knob to adjust the volume. Your voice will be output directly from the VP-770. This time, try singing a favorite song into the microphone. W...

31 Switching Off the Microphone ( MIC ON/OFF) when the microphone input is on. Press the [MIC ON/OFF] button to make the button go dark; themicrophone input will turn off . Press the button again to make it light; the microphone input willturn on. 1. 2.

32 Applying Eff ects to the Microphone ( INPUT EFFECT) You can apply eff ects to the microphone input. You can use three diff erent vocal eff ects as input eff ects. Eff ect Description NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor) Suppresses noise when no sound is being input. EQ (3 Band Equalizer) Adjusts the char...

33 Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value. NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor) Parameter Value Description Attack 0–127 Specifi es the duration over which the noise suppressor will disable muting. Release 0–127 Specifi es the time from when the noise suppressor begins operating until...

34 Adjusting the Vocal Designer Tone (VOCAL DESIGNER TONE) You can move the [ TONE] slider to adjust the tone of the Vocal Designer. Move the [TONE] slider. The tone setting is shown in the display while you’re moving the slider. Moving the slider upward will strengthen the highs, producing a cleare...

35 Raising Vocal Designer’s Pitch by One Octave ( 8va) Here’s how to raise Vocal Designer’s pitch by one octave. Press the [8va] button; it will light, and the pitch of Vocal Designer will rise one octave. Press the button once again; it will go dark, and Vocal Designer willreturn to its original pi...

36 Using the Auto Harmony Function ( AUTO HARMONY) The Auto Harmony function lets you automatically add a backing chorus to your vocal. This function generates harmony based on the melody you sing (the pitch detected from the microphone) and the chords detected from the keyboard. In addition, the ha...

38 Playing the Vocal Designer Using Only the Mic rophone ( AUTO NOTE) Normally, Vocal Designer will not sound unless you play the keyboard. However, by using the Auto Note function, you can make Vocal Designer produce sound without your having to play the keyboard; i.e., all you’ll need to do is voc...

40 Adjusting the Release of the Notes ( RELEASE) You can adjust the release for the Vocal Designer and Ensemble by moving the [RELEASE] slider. Release is the time from note-off until the sound has disappeared. Move the [RELEASE] slider. The release value is shown in the display while you move the s...

41 Adjusting the Vibrato ( VIBRATO) is an eff ect that cyclically modulates the sound. By applying it to the Vocal Designer you can simulate the natural vibrato of a voice. Turn the three [VIBRATO] knobs. The vibrato settings are shown in the display while you turn the knobs. These three knobs apply...

42 Performing with Ensemble ( ENSEMBLE) Here’s how to play the Ensemble part. This part lets you play high-quality sounds from the keyboard. You can switch the sound (e.g., brass ensemble using SuperNATURAL technology, or strings) by selecting a sound button. Selecting a Sound Press a button to sele...

44 Adjusting the Ensemble Volume ( ENSEMBLE LEVEL) Here’s how to adjust the volume of the Ensemble part. Play the keyboard. Move the [LEVEL] slider to adjust the volume. The level setting is shown in the display while you move the slider. Unlike the [ VOLUME] knob, this slider only aff ects the Ense...

45 Adjusting the Ensemble Tone ( ENSEMBLE TONE) You can use the [ TONE] slider to adjust the tone of the Ensemble sound. Move the [TONE] slider. The tone setting is shown in the display while you move the slider. Moving the slider upward will strengthen the highs, producing a clearer sound. Moving t...

46 Adjusting the Ensemble Attack ( ATTACK) You can use the [ATTACK] slider to adjust the attack of the Ensemble sound. The attack is the starting portion of each note. A piano or percussion instrument is said to have a sharp or fast attack; instruments such as bowed strings are said to have a gentle...

47 Using the Microphone to Add Expression to the Ensemble (VOICE EXPRESSION) You can use your voice via the microphone to add expression to the sound of the Ensemble part. ➞ For details, refer to “Using a microphone to control expression (VOICE EXPRESSION)” (p. 66). About the SuperNATURAL Brass Soun...

48 Performing with Bass & Percussion ( BASS & PERCUSSION) Here’s how to play the Bass & Percussion part. The left-most seventeen notes of the keyboard will play bass and voice percussion sounds. This makes it easy to use your left hand to play a bass line while using your right hand to p...

49 Performing with Bass & Percussion Now you can try playing the Bass & Percussion part. Select a sound. Play a note in the keyboard region shown below. The Bass & Percussion part will sound. The Bass & Percussion part is distinctive in that it splits the keyboard to obtain its own d...

50 Adjusting the Ambience ( AMBIENCE) To each part, you can add the acoustic ambience that is typical of a hall or studio. Switch the type of ambience. Press the [ TYPE] button; the display will show the currently selected ambience type. In this state, pressing the [ TYPE] button cycles you through ...

51 U s i n g C o n t r o l l e r s T his section explains keyboard settings and the various controllers provided on the VP-770.

52 Shifting Octave Up or Down (+ OCT/-OCT) You can shift the keyboard pitch range up or down in a range of ±3 octaves. Shifting Upward One Octave Press the [+OCT] button once; the button will light and the keyboardwill be shifted upward one octave. You can shift up to +3 octaves in this way. To retu...

53 Shifting Up or Down by Semitones ( TRANSPOSE) You can shift the keyboard pitch range up or down in semitone steps. Shifting Upward One Semitone Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the [+OCT] button once; the button will light and the keyboard will be shifted upward one semitone. You can sh...

54 Splitting the Keyboard Into Vocal Designer and Ensemble Zones (SPLIT) Here’s how to split the keyboard so the Vocal Designer and Ensemble parts can be played from separate zones. Press [F1] (EDIT) button in the top screen. With the cursor located on the registration number, press the [F1] (EDIT) ...

55 Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity Here’s how to adjust the sensitivity of the keyboard. Press the [MENU] button. Use the value dial to select “System,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button. Use the value dial to select “Control,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button. Use the value dial to select “Ke...

56 Using the Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever ( PITCH BEND) You can vary the pitch or apply vibrato (pitch modulation). Changing the Pitch in Real Time You can use the lever to smoothly change the pitch while you perform. While you play the keyboard, move the lever toward the left to lower the pitch, o...

59 Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value. In the screen, Sw1 indicates the [S1] button’s assignment, and Sw2 indicates the [S2] button’s assignment. Parameter Value Description Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the [S1]/[S2] buttons can be stored individually in each ...

60 Using the D Beam ( D BEAM) By waving your hand above this sensor you can apply a variety of eff ects to the VP-770’s sound. Press a button to select a D Beam eff ect. If you press an unlit button, that D Beam eff ect (see table; p. 61) will be selected. If you press a lit button once again, the D...

62 Using Pedals ( HOLD PEDAL/ CTRL PEDAL) You can connect a hold pedal (sold separately: DP series) and an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5) to the VP-770. If an optional hold pedal (DP series) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL HOLD jack, you can press the hold pedal to cause notes to sust...

66 Using a Microphone to Control Expression ( VOICE EXPRESSION) You can use the loudness of your voice via the microphone to add expression to the Ensemble part. Press the [VOICE EXPRESSION] button to make it light. To hear the result as clearly as possible, turn on an Ensemble part sound, and turn ...

67 U s i n g A u d i o F i l e s T his chapter explains the Audio Key function, which allows audio fi les saved on USB memory (sold separately) to be assigned to keys for playback; and the Sound Looper function, which lets you layer the phrases you perform and play them back as a loop.

68 Performing with Audio Files ( AUDIO KEY) Never disconnect the USB memory while the Audio Key function is in use. The VP-770 lets you play audio fi les saved on USB memory (sold separately) while you perform. This is called the “Audio Key” function. The Audio Key function lets you assign audio fi ...

69 The Audio Key function will be activated, allowing you to play audio fi les by pressing a key. Playback Mode List Indication Description O One-shot Now When you press the key, the audio fi le will play only once.The audio fi le will play immediately when you press the key. OW One-shot Wait When y...

70 Selecting the Audio File Set Here’s how to select and play an audio fi le set that’s saved in USB memory. Connect the USB memory containing the audio fi le set to the USBMEMORY connector (p. 22). Press the [AUDIO KEY] button. The AUDIO KEY screen will appear. Press the [F2] (SELECT) button. The f...

71 Press the [F1] (EDIT) button. The following screen will appear. Now you can change the audio fi le that is assigned to each key, and specify how it is to be played (the playback mode). Press the key whose settings you want to change. The audio fi le assigned to each key and its playback mode are ...

72 Adjusting the Volume of the Audio Key You can adjust the volume when using the Audio Key function. You can adjust the volume of the Audio Key to change the volume balance between your keyboard performance and the audio fi le playback. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AUDIO KEY] button....

73 Types of Audio Files That the VP-770 Can Play WAV/AIFF Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz Bit Depth 16-bit File Extension “.wav” “.aif ” “.aiff ” MP3 Format MPEG-1 audio layer 3 Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz Bit Rate 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps, VBR ( Variable Bit Rate) File Exte...

74 Recording Loop Phrases ( SOUND LOOPER) You can record a phrase you perform, and play it back repeatedly as a loop. You can also record additional phrases layered onto the recording. When you’re using a microphone it may be diffi cult to hear the sound that is actually being produced, but you can ...

75 Parameter Value Description Beat 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4,5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8,9/16, 11/16, 13/16, 15/16,17/16, 19/16 Specifi es the metronome’s time signature. Tempo 25.0–300.0 Specifi es the metronome’s tempo. Length (depends on the tempo) Specifi es the number of measures that will be ...

76 Erasing the Phrase Hold down the [STOP] button and press the [REC/PLAY] button. The confi rmation message will appear. Press the [F1] (OK) button to erase the phrase. If you decide not to erase the phrase, press the [F2] (CANCEL) button. You can’t recover a phrase that has been erased. Saving the...

78 Recalling a Registration ( REGISTRATION) Here’s how to recall the VP-770’s sounds and panel settings (registrations). What is a Registration? A registration is the unit by which the VP-770’s sounds and panel settings can be stored. In addition to the sounds and settings for the Vocal Designer, En...

79 By holding down the [SHIFT ]button and pressing a[REGISTRATION] button, you can view a list of registrations. ✍ Selecting the Registration Bank There are four registration banks. Press the [BANK] button to switch banks. Press the [BANK] button. The [BANK] button and the button for the currently s...

80 Initializing a Registration settings of the currently selected registration to a standard set of values. If you want to return all registrations to their factory-set state, execute the Factory Reset operation (p. 110). The currently selected registration will be lost when you initialize the regis...

81 Saving a Registration ( REGISTRATION WRITE) registration ( When you edit the registration settings, the “*” symbol will appear in the upper right of the top screen). If you want to keep the modifi ed registration, you must save it. When you execute the save operation, the registration that had pr...

82 Editing a Registration Here’s the basic procedure for editing a registration. Press a [REGISTRATION] button to select the registration that youwant to edit (p. 78). Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor, and then press the [F1](EDIT) button. Cursor location Operation of the EDIT button Page R...

83 This section explains the functions the diff erent registration parameters have, as well as the composition of these parameters. For details on how to make settings, refer to “Editing a Registration” (p. 82). REGISTRATION EDIT These settings apply to the entire registration. Parameter Value Descr...

84 REGIST PEDAL Parameter Value Description Hold Part Specifi es the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal. VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part. VOC Vocal Designer part only. ENS Ensemble part only. P1 AsgnP2 Asgn Specifi es the function that will be controlled by the control p...

85 REGIST D BEAM Parameter Value Description DB1 SelectDB2 SelectDB3 Select FIX, ASGN When a D Beam button is on, this setting specifi es whether it will perform the function printed on the panel (FIX) or the function assigned by the DB1–3 Asgn settings (ASGN). You can switch between FIX and ASGN at...

86 VOCAL DESIGNER EDIT Here you can make settings for the Vocal Designer part. Parameter Value Description Input Source Selects the modulator (p. 20).The audio signal of the part (AKEY, ENS, LOOPER) selected for Input Source will be sent to the modulator, and therefore will no longer sound in the us...

88 Parameter Value Description At Note Mode CHROMATIC This is a chromatic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted to notes at semitone intervals. DIATONIC This is a diatonic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted to notes at diatonic intervals. You can use the ...

93 M e n u R e f e r e n c e T his chapter explains what you can do by pressing the [MENU] button. • “System” lets you make settings that apply to the entire VP-770, such as tuning and MIDI. • “Input Eff ect” lets you make settings for the eff ect that’s applied to the microphone input. • “Utility” ...

94 Basic Menu Operation ( MENU) The menu contains four groups of functions that will help you use the VP-770 more effi ciently. Here is the basic procedure for using the various menu functions. Press the [MENU] button. The MENU screen will appear. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select m...

95 System Settings ( SYSTEM) message reception. Here we’ll explain the procedure for making system settings and what each system parameter does. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “System,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button. The SYS...

96 Saving the System Settings ( SYSTEM WRITE) Changes you make to the System function settings are only temporary-they will be discarded as soon as the power is turned off . If you want to keep any changes you’ve made in the system settings, you must save them in internal system memory. When you per...

97 This section explains the functions the diff erent system parameters have, as well as the composition of these parameters. For details on how to make settings, refer to “System Settings” (p. 95). SYSTEM MIDI Here you can make settings for MIDI transmission and reception. Parameter Value Descripti...

98 SYSTEM SOUND Here you can make sound-related settings. Parameter Value Description Master Tune 415.3–466.2 (Hz) Adjusts the overall tuning of the VP-770. The display shows the frequency of the A4 note (center A). Master Key Shift -24–+24 Shifts the overall pitch of the VP-770 in semitone steps. M...

99 Parameter Value Description Metro Sound Selects the sound of the metronome. TYPE 1 Electronic metronome TYPE 2 Mechanical metronome TYPE 3 Pulse tone TYPE 4 Beep tone TYPE 5 Cowbell sound TYPE 6 Stick sound SYSTEM CONTROL Here you can make settings for the controllers that are made at the system ...

100 SYSTEM PEDAL Here you can specify the functions that will be controlled by the foot pedals. Parameter Value Description Hold Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the hold pedal can be stored individually in eachregistration. When you select a diff erent registration, this setting specifi es...

101 SYSTEM S1/S2 Here you can specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons. Parameter Value Description Sw Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the [S1]/[S2] buttons can be stored individually in each registration. When you select a diff erent registration, this settin...

102 Input Eff ect Settings (INPUT EFFECTS) You can apply eff ects to the microphone input. You can use three diff erent vocal eff ects as input eff ects. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Input Eff ects,” then press the [F2] (ENTER...

103 Backing Up to USB Memory ( UTILITY–PROJECT) Here’s how you can back up the VP-770’s registrations and system settings, or restore the backed-up data back into the VP-770. Backing Up to USB Memory ( USER BACKUP) You can back up the following data to USB memory. Registrations you’ve saved System s...

105 Restoring the Backup Data ( USER RESTORE) restore operation, the registrations and system settings inside the VP-770 will be overwritten. Connect your USB memory (sold separately) to the USB MEMORY connector (p. 22). Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen. Use the cursor buttons or th...

106 Format USB Memory This formats (initializes) the USB memory that’s connected to the USB MEMORY connector. If the format of the USB memory is other than FAT, it won’t be recognized by the VP-770. (Nor will theVP-770 be able to format it.) In this case, use your computer to format the USB memory u...

107 Transmitting Registration Data to an External MIDI Device ( UTILITY– BULK DUMP) Here’s how to transmit the contents of the registration and the system setup data to an external MIDI device. This operation is called “bulk dump.” Use a MIDI cable (optional) to connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUTconnecto...

108 Restoring Data That was Transmitted to an External MIDI Sequencer Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect your external MIDIsequencer’s MIDI OUT connector to the VP-770’s MIDI IN connector(p. 116). Switch OFF the “SysEx Protect” setting (p. 97). Have your external MIDI sequencer transmit t...

109 Screensaver Settings ( UTILITY– SCREENSAVER ) operated for a certain period of time. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then pressthe [F2] (ENTER) button. The UTILITY screen will appear. Use the cursor buttons or the v...

111 A p p l i c a t i o n s T his chapter describes various setups in which you can use the VP-770.

112 If you want the audio that’s being input via the rear panel EXT IN jack to be the carrier (the signal that is the basis of the sound), hold down the [SHIFT ] button and press the [ VOCODER] sound button, and then choose the bottom sound in the list that appears. In this case, turn the rear panel...

113 Play the keyboard of your external synthesizer. While holding down a note, vocalize into the microphone. Vocal Designer will produce sound according to the volume of your voice. You can also connect a synthesizer that doesn’t have a keyboard (often called a “sound module”).In this case, connect ...

114 “Performing” Sound from Drums or a Portable Music Player Here’s a really cool trick. The VP-770 lets you “perform” using the sound from a V-drum (electronic drum) or a portable music player connected to the microphone input instead of your voice. Connect your audio source to the EXT IN jack as s...

115 A p p e n d i x H ere you’ll fi nd information about connecting and using external MIDI equipment, about V-LINK, troubleshooting, and the main specifi cations.

116 What’s MIDI? MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a world-wide standard for transferring performance data and other musical information between electronic musical instruments and computer. By us-ing MIDI cables to connect devices that are equipped with a MIDI connector, you can use a s...

117 Connecting a Sequencer via MIDI You can use your MIDI sequencer to record the keyboard performance data from the VP-770, and record your vocal via the microphone as you listen to the sequencer playback. With the VP-770 connected to your sequencer, you’ll be able to use it as part of your studio ...

118 What is V-LINK? V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed together. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing awide range of visual eff ects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music performance.For exa...

120 MIDI Implementation Chart Function... BasicChannel Mode NoteNumber : Velocity AfterTouch Pitch Bend ControlChange ProgramChange System Exclusive SystemCommon SystemRealtime Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks DefaultChanged DefaultMessagesAltered True Voice Note OnNote Off Key'sChannel's : True...

121 Main Specifications VP-770: Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard Keyboard 49 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) Tones Vocal Designer CLASSIC, MALE & FEMALE, GOSPEL, POP, BACKGROUND,VOCODER, EXT IN Ensemble STRINGS, SuperNATURAL BRASS, GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, SYNTHSTRINGS, CHOIR, JAZZ SCAT Bas...

122 Troubleshooting Problem Explanation Power won’t turnon! Is the power cord connected correctly? ( ➞ p. 17) No sound! Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, or headphones? ( ➞ p. 18) Is the VP-770’s volume raised? ( ➞ p. 26) Vocal Designerwon’t sound! Even if you’re playing the ke...

123 Error Messages If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specifi ed, an error message will appear. Refer to the explanation for the error message that appears, and take the appropriate action. Message Meaning Action Checksum Error! The received system...

124 3 Band Equalizer 33 8va 35, 87 A Accessories 121 AC IN 17 Aft Assign 65, 83, 99 AFTERTOUCH 64 AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS screen 64 Aft Part 65, 83, 99 Aft Sens 99 Aft Source 99 AIFF 73 AMBIENCE 50 Ambience Depth 83 Ambience Send 86, 88, 92 Ambience Type 83 Amb Send 72 Amp 18 ASSIGN 59 At Note Key 88 At...

* 5 1 0 0 0 0 4 3 8 1 - 0 1 * V-LINK EDIT D BEAM 1/2/3 SETTINGS INPUT EFFECTS LOOPER SETUP AUDIO KEY LEVEL BASS & PERC EDIT REGISTRATION LIST VOCAL LIST ENSEMBLE LIST VOICE EXP SETTING OCTAVE SETTINGS S1/S2 SETTINGS PEDAL 1/2 SETTINGS HOLD SETTINGS BENDER SETTINGS AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS AUTO HARMON...