Roland VB-99 manual

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3 012b • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or • If smoke or unusual odor occur[...]

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 controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power suppl[...]

5 IMPORTANT NOTES 561 • Use only the specified expression pedal (Roland EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/500H with a connection cable (stereo 1/4” phone – stereo 1/4” phone); sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit. 562 • Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cab[...]

6 Contents Main Features ................................................................................................ 11 Names of Things and What They Do ........................................................... 12 Top Panel .......................................................................................................................[...]

7 Contents Inputting the Bass’s Scale (BASS SCALE) ................................................................................................... 36 Selecting the Position of the Divided Pickup (GK PU POS) .................................................................... 36 Matching the Divided Pickup and Normal Pickup Phase (GK PU PHASE)[...]

8 Contents Recording the VB-99’s Output with a Computer ................................................................... 68 Using the VB-99 to Add Effects to Audio Playback from a Computer ................................. 69 Chapter 7 Other Functions ........................................................................... 70 Changing the T[...]

9 Contents POLY DEFRET (Poly Defretter) ..................................................................................................... 109 POLY DIST (Poly Distortion) ......................................................................................................... 109 POLY EQ (Poly Equalizer) .........................................[...]

10 Contents CATEGORY NAME ........................................................................................................................ 156 D BEAM CALIB (D BEAM Calibration) ....................................................................................... 156 PATCH EXTENT ............................................................[...]

11 Main Features The VB-99 is the culmination of Roland’s COSM technology-based bass modeling systems. Featuring advanced software supported by the very latest custom DSP chips, the instrument also offers a large- sized high-contrast LCD, top-quality AD/DA converters, balanced XLR output connectors, digital output connectors, USB connector, and o[...]

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 your hand or the bass neck within the range of the beam. (p. 71) • PITCH Button In addition to changing the pitch of the bass, this can be used for the Freeze function, which continuously holds the bas[...]

13 Names 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/COSM amp connection sequence. (p. 31) 17. CONTROL ASSIGN Button This sets the functions assigned to pedals and switches. (p. 76) 18. NAME/KEY/BPM Button Used to specify patch names (p. 34) and the te[...]

14 Names of Things and What They Do fig.00-030 1. Security Slot ( ) 988 Connect a commercially available anti-theft security cable here. http://www.kensington.com/ 2. BASS INPUT Jack Use this jack when directly inputting a normal bass. 3. BASS OUTPUT Jack This outputs sounds from normal basses connected to a GK- 3B and unaltered signals from the BA[...]

15 Names of Things and What They Do Signal Flow Digital Recorder etc. Computer Audio Signal Bass GK-3B Divided Pick up Headphones Bass Amp Mixer Bass Amp BASS OUT PHONES SUB OUT DIGITAL OUT BASS IN CHAIN A CHAIN B USB DIVIDED PU POLYFX CH POLYFX SW D OUT SUB OUT MAIN OUT DIRECT MON MAIN OUT LEVEL NORMAL PU GK CONNCT BASS A FX POLY BASS B AMP A AMP [...]

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 GK-3B Owner’s Manual. The GK-3B cannot be used with the following basses (the pickup will not function properly even when installed). • Basses with an unconventional string configuration, such as m[...]

17 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 Top Panel Rear Panel Making the Connections Bass with GK-3B / GK-2B GK cable Bass Amp (for Normal Bass) Stereo Headphones (Normal Bass) Digital Recorder etc. MIDI Foot Controller FC-300 Mixer etc. Footswitch (BOSS FS-6 etc.) EXP Pedal (EV -5 etc.) Computer RRC2 cable MIDI Sequencer etc. MIDI IN MIDI OUT AC A[...]

18 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds * The GK cable is a locking cable. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull on it with undue force, but instead release the lock and gently disconnect the cable. You can disconnect the cable simply and easily by holding down the locking portion with your finger and gently pulling on the plug. 921 * To prevent malfunc[...]

19 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 other settings can be used fully in two channels. * When connecting an expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL jack, set the pedal’s minimum level knob to the MIN position. * When connecting an FS-6 footswitch (optional) to the CTL3/4 jack, set the MODE switch and POLARITY switch as shown below. fig.01-010 * Whe[...]

20 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds The VB-99 has a variety of Play screen variations, each providing different information about the current state of the VB-99. You can switch the information shown in the Play screen by pressing PAGE [ ] [ ]. Screen 1: The first nine characters of the patch name are displayed in large type; also shown are icons for the[...]

21 Chapter 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]. The Global screen is displayed. fig.01-072d 2. Press PAGE [ ] to go to Page 1. 3. Press [F4] (SELECT) or turn the F4 knob to set the type of device to be connected to the MAIN OUT jacks. 4. Press [EXIT[...]

22 Chapter 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 using. fig.01-060d * If you’re not sure which piezo type parameter is appropriate, choose the parameter for the piezo type that sounds the most natural as you play. * Piezo pickups are a type of pickup [...]

23 Chapter 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 sensitivity for each string. First play the Low B string with the maximum force to be used during actual performance, and as you play the string, set the sensitivity with the F1 knob until the meter regi[...]

24 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds • [F6] (MUTE OFF, MUTE ON) This setting determines whether sounds from the output jacks are output or not while tuning is in progress. 4. Play a single note, open, on the string being tuned. 5. Tune the string until the name of the string is shown in the display. When you choose the MULTI MODE fig.01-060d When you c[...]

25 Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds Chapter 1 You can switch patches consecutively with the PATCH/VALUE Dial. 1. Confirm that the Play screen is displayed. If a screen other than the Play screen is shown, press [EXIT] several times until the Play screen appears. 2. Rotate the PATCH/VALUE dial to switch the patches. fig.01-190 Turn the dial to the right [...]

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 tones of a variety of different bass guitars. Available sounds include not just electric bass and acoustic bass tones, but extend beyond to include the sounds of synthesizers and electric guitars [...]

27 Chapter 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 create sounds like bass direct sound plus synthesizer bass sound by combining the direct bass sound with COSM bass, effect, or COSM amp sound. Press [BASS DIRECT] to switch this off (unlit) or o[...]

28 Chapter 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 you want to use it. 2. Press PAGE [ ] several times to display Page 1. fig.01-060d 3. Switch the function on or off with the [F1] (ON/ OFF) or the F1 knob. 4. Select the POLYFX TYPE with [F2] (SELECT[...]

29 Chapter 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 screen is displayed. * If the effects and COSM amps are off, OFF is indicated. 2. Select the channel for which you want to change the connection sequence with [F1] (A/B). 3. Press [F2] ( SEL) [F3] (SEL ) [...]

30 Chapter 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 PITCH SHIFT, HARMO, and BEND settings and the HARMONIST effect operate according to the key you set here. 4. If you want to save the edited settings, perform the Write procedure (p. 34). * If you do n[...]

31 Chapter 2 Creating Sounds Chapter 2 1. Press [CHAIN]. 2. Use [F2] ( SEL) and [F3] (SEL ) to select the arrow that indicates the connection location for the COSM bass or normal pickup sound. 3. Use [F4] ( MOVE) and [F5] (MOVE ) to move the connection location for the COSM bass or normal pickup sound. 4. If you want to save the edited settings, pe[...]

32 Chapter 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 value pops up in the screen. * You can also adjust this parameter in Page 2 of the Mixer screen. * This knob is disabled when the Dynamic function is switched on. This sets the mixer section’s delay[...]

33 Chapter 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-Bass settings value pops up in the screen. * You can also adjust this parameter in Page 2 of the Mixer screen. fig.01-060d You can make separate settings in each individual patch for the overall tone aft[...]

34 Chapter 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 move the cursor to the position at which you want to change a character. 4. Select the character with the PATCH/VALUE dial. As you continue to rotate the PATCH/VALUE dial, the character guide automatical[...]

35 Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings ( SYSTEM) * The parameters described in this section are saved without the Write procedure being performed. To ensure optimal conditions for producing sounds with the VB-99, making the correct settings affecting the divided pickup (the GK settings) is required. After you have finished inputting the vari[...]

36 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) 1. Follow Steps 1–5 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 35) to select the GK SETTING. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 2. 3. Use F1 (SELECT) or the F1 knob to select the pickup type. * If you’re not sure which piezo type parameter is appropriate, choose the parameter for the piezo type that soun[...]

37 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 Certain peculiarities in the sound may appear when the COSM bass and normal pickup sounds are mixed. If this occurs, adjust this parameter and switch the COSM bass’s phase. 1. Follow Steps 1–5 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 35) to select the GK SETTING. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display[...]

38 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Set the clearance from the divided pickup to the bridge’s saddle for each string. * This setting is not required when the GK PU TYPE is set to piezo- type parameter. 1. Follow Steps 1–5 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 35) to select the GK SETTING. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 4. 3. Rotat[...]

39 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 The VB-99 comes equipped with a function that automatically detects whether or not a GK connection exists and switches the internal settings accordingly. This makes it possible for you to use all functions other than a COSM bass (COSM amp, effects, tuner, etc.) when you’ve connected only to t[...]

40 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) The VB-99 includes a function for adjusting the overall tone produced by the device. This is referred to as the Global function. You can use the Global function to adjust the overall sound of the VB-99 to suit the equipment being used or environment you are in without altering the individual patches. The[...]

41 Chapter 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 OUT; EQ (SUB) is applied to the output from SUB OUT. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 40) to select the SETTING. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 2–5. 3. Use [F1] – [F[...]

42 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) This controls the overall reverb level settings in the individual patches. This is effective for adjusting to the acoustics of the performance venue. This setting does not affect the individual patch settings. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Selecting the Settings” (p. 40) to select the SETTING. 2. Press P[...]

43 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Chapter 3 This setting determines whether or not the current settings for each controller (the expression pedals, the FC-300’s expression pedals, control pedals or other controllers) are applied to the patch when patches are switched. * Assign Hold is not performed when the SW MODE parameter in Control[...]

44 Chapter 3 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM) Setting upper and lower limits for the patches that can be switched allows you to select only the patches you need. 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to display Page 3. 3. Press [F1] (MISC). 4. Press [F3] (FROM). 5. Set the lower limit of the patch selection with the PATCH/VALUE dial and [F3] (FROM) o[...]

45 Chapter 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 (MAIN OUT, SUB OUT, and DIGITAL OUT). 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 2. 3. Press [F1] (OUTPUT). 4. Set the OUTPUT MODE parameter to SYSTEM with [F1] (SELECT) or with the F1 kn[...]

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: • Switch patches • Have patch names be shown in the FC-300’s display • Control tones with the FC-300’s pedals (Control Assign) • Show the VB-99’s tuner in the FC-300’s display when th[...]

47 Chapter 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 on the FC-300. 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to display Page 1. 3. Press [F5] (FC-300). 4. Set BANK CHANGE with [F2] (SELECT) or with the F2 knob. * The FC-300 will not respond unless you retur[...]

48 Chapter 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’s channel switch jack is connected to the FC- 300’s AMP CONTROL 1 jack (or AMP CONTROL 2 jack), you can then switch the bass amp channels with the VB-99’s AMP CTL1 (or AMP CTL2) parameter. 1.[...]

49 Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Using MIDI MIDI, an abbreviation for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, is a universal standard that enables musical instruments to exchange musical performance data, messages concerning changes in the sounds, and other information. Any device that conforms to the MIDI specifications can communicate (to the extent that is [...]

50 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Receiving Control Change Messages The VB-99 can receive Control Change messages to control specified parameters while a performance is in progress. Set the parameters to be controlled with “Using the Switches, Pedals, and MIDI to Control the Sounds (CONTROL ASSIGN)” (p. 77). Receiving Data The VB-99 can receive data tran[...]

51 Chapter 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 exchanges of all information. The data that can be exchanged between any two connected devices is limited to the messages common to both devices. Therefore, MIDI device owner’s manuals always contain a [...]

52 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Bank Select and Program Change are MIDI messages generally used for switching patches. Normally, patches are switched using Program Change messages. However, if Program Changes alone are used, you’ll only be able to select up to a maximum of 128 different patches. Because of this, some devices also employ the Bank Select, [...]

53 Chapter 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 channel settings. You can use Omni mode whenever you do not need to use specific MIDI channels in controlling the VB-99. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Setting the MIDI-Related Functions” (p. 52) to di[...]

54 Chapter 5 Using MIDI MIDI PC OUT This setting determines whether or not Program Change messages are output when the VB-99’s patches are switched. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Setting the MIDI-Related Functions” (p. 52) to display the MIDI screen. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 5. 3. Set PC OUT ON/OFF with [F1] or the F1 knob. When outp[...]

55 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Setting the TX PC MAP To set Program Change messages to be transmitted with individual patches, make the settings described below. Patch parameters are settings made individually for each patch. The Write procedure (p. 34) is required to save changes in the settings. 1. Select the patch to which you want to assign [...]

56 Chapter 5 Using MIDI The table below shows the correspondence between the factory default Program change Map and the Program Change messages received when RX PC MAP is set to FIX. * When setting “OMNI MODE” (p. 149) to OFF, be sure to match “MIDI CH (MIDI Channel)” (p. 149) to the external MIDI device’s transmit channel beforehand. Set[...]

57 Chapter 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 transmitting and receiving devices. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Setting the MIDI-Related Functions” (p. 52) to display the MIDI screen. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to display Page 8. 3. Use [F2] (SEL) or [F3] ([...]

58 Chapter 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 Page 1. 3. Use [F6] (SELECT) or the F6 knob to select the synchronizing signal. This specifies the setting to be stored as the SYNC CLOCK setting. • INTERNAL The VB-99 operates independently. ?[...]

59 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 These procedures are used for making settings for the device as a whole. Changes are saved automatically, and the Write procedure is not required. After entering these parameters, press [EXIT] several times to return to the Play screen. Switching the BASS TO MIDI Function On and Off 1. Press [BASS TO MIDI]. The BAS[...]

60 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Thinning Out Bend Messages (BEND THIN) Vibrato, slides, and other such data in bass performances are output as Pitch Bend messages. For this reason, the receiving MIDI device may encounter problems with operation when Pitch Bend messages containing large amounts of data are included. You can use the BEND THIN function to thi[...]

61 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Patch parameters are settings made individually for each patch. The Write procedure is required to save changes in the settings. Carry out the Write procedure as needed. Setting the Transmission Mode (MODE) 1. Press [BASS TO MIDI]. The BASS TO MIDI screen appears. 2. Press [F3] (PATCH). 3. Press PAGE [ ] to display[...]

62 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Adjusting the Feel Produced in Playing the Bass (PLAY FEEL) This selects the response of the synth sound relative to the playing dynamics. Changing this setting depending on the performance style used with the bass or the tone allows you to express dynamics more naturally. 1. Follow Steps 1–2 in “Setting the Transmission[...]

63 Chapter 5 Using MIDI Chapter 5 Selecting How the Hold Functions (HOLD TYPE) This selects the Hold function type when the controller set with the HOLD CTL parameter (p. 59) is adjusted. 1. Follow Steps 1–2 in “Setting the Transmission Mode (MODE)” (p. 61) to display the BASS TO MIDI screen. 2. Press PAGE [ ] to display Page 1. 3. Use [F1] ([...]

64 Chapter 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 output over the six channels spanning from the basic channel up to the channel numbered five above the basic channel. Outputting Program Change Messages Simultaneously When Switching Patches (PC) This se[...]

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 and MIDI messages with your computer. Installing and Setting the USB Driver Use of the VB-99’s USB functionality requires that the USB driver first be installed on the computer. The dedicated VB-99[...]

66 Chapter 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 PAGE [ ] to go to Page 2. 5. Set the DRIVER MODE with [F1] (SELECT) or the F1 knob. * When using VB-99 Editor/Librarian, set this to ADVANC. * The message “PLEASE RESTART” appears when DRIVER MODE [...]

67 Chapter 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). 4. Press PAGE [ ] to go to Page 2. 5. Change the setting’s value with [F2] (SELECT), [F3] (OFF/ON) or the F2, F3 knobs. For more information on signal paths set by the Direct Monitor parameter setti[...]

68 Chapter 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 point at which signals are sent to the computer with “USB OUT” (p. 67) For example, by selecting COSM BASS A or COSM BASS B, you can listen to the performance with the effects applied, while rec[...]

69 Chapter 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 the VB-99 to apply effects to the audio data played by the computer, then record the data again with the computer. Use this process when, for example, you want to add effects to existing audio data.[...]

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 the object (e.g., hand, bass neck) used to operate it. Perform this adjustment so you can control the tone in the intended range. 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F6[...]

71 Chapter 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 otherwise not using the D Beam controller, we recommend disabling the D Beam controller by setting D BEAM DISAB to OFF. 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F6] (CALIB). 4. Pre[...]

72 Chapter 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 ribbon controller has been adjusted at the factory for optimum performance, the responsive range may vary with the width of the finger used to activate the controller. If this occurs, use the procedure[...]

73 Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The ribbon controller allows you to change sounds by “scratching” or tracing your finger along the ribbon. You can apply various effects to the sound by changing the functions assigned to this controller. 1. Press the RIBBON CONTROLLER [PITCH], [FILTER], or [ASSIGNABLE] button to switch on the ribbon contr[...]

74 Chapter 7 Other Functions pedal, MIDI device, or any of a variety of other controllers. You can press the D BEAM or RIBBON CONTROLLER [PITCH] button to use T-ARM, which changes the pitch of the COSM bass like a tremolo arm. 1. Press [CONTROL ASSIGN] 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2 for the D Beam, or Page 3 for the ribbon controller. 3. Pre[...]

75 Chapter 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 tone in Channel A or B, or both channels. 1. Press [CONTROL ASSIGN] 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2 for the D Beam, or Page 3 for the ribbon controller. 3. Press [F2] (FILTER). 4. Press PAGE [ ][...]

76 Chapter 7 Other Functions You can assign parameters to the F1–F6 knobs to control the parameters as you play. Additionally, you can check (display) the assigned parameters by pressing [F1]–[F6]. * Set the DIRECT EDIT parameter (p. 148) settings to PATCH. 1. Press [CONTROL ASSIGN] 2. Press PAGE [ ] to go to the last page. 3. Press [F6] (F1–[...]

77 Chapter 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 switches, the VB- 99’s CONTROL buttons, an external pedal or other connected controller, or a connected MIDI device. In addition to settings already assigned to controllers, the VB-99 also features sixte[...]

78 Chapter 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 functions to one controller. For example, you can assign separate functions to the GK VOL (1) and GK VOL (2) displayed in the screen. For more on PITCH and FILTER of the D BEAM controller, refer [...]

79 Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The following section describes the parameters you can set on each page. * The screen shown in the example is for ASSIGN1. Page 1, 3 F1: SOURCE (ASSIGN1–16 only) This selects the controller assigned to the function. F3: SW (ON/OFF) Setting this to ON enables the controller. F4–F6: TARGET PARAMETER Use thes[...]

80 Chapter 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 [EXIT] to return to the Play screen. About the Range of Targets’ Change The target’s value changes between MIN (the minimum value) and MAX (the maximum value). When a foot switch or other controller t[...]

81 Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 The VB-99 features a function called Internal Pedal system. This function assigns specified parameters to a virtual expression pedal (the internal pedal), providing an effect automatically that changes volume and tone in real time just the way an expression pedal functions. The Internal Pedal system features t[...]

82 Chapter 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 patch, you can simply write it to another patch location. 1. Press [WRITE]. The PATCH WRITE screen appears. “WRITE TO” is displayed, and the write-destination patch number and name are indicated.[...]

83 Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 You can set user patches to their initial conditions, with all effects switched off. This is convenient when you want to create a patch from scratch. * You cannot initialize preset patches. 1. Confirm that a User patch is selected. 2. Press [WRITE]. 3. Press PAGE [ ] to go to Page 3. The PATCH INITIALIZE scree[...]

84 Chapter 7 Other Functions You can copy and reuse portions of patch parameters (such as COSM amps, effects, and other modules). 1. Go to the settings screen for the parameters whose settings you want to copy. 2. Press PAGE [ ] several times to go to the last page. 3. Use [F1] (SELECT) or the F1 knob to select MODULE COPY. The MODULE COPY screen a[...]

85 Chapter 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 called the CATEGORY function. Specifying the category for each patch makes searching for patches more convenient. The CATEGORY function also features ten user categories you can name however you like.[...]

86 Chapter 7 Other Functions 1. Press [SYSTEM]. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to go to Page 2. 3. Press [F5] (CATGRY). The Category Name settings screen appears. 4. Use [F6] or the F6 knob to select User Category with the name you want to change. 5. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to the position with the character you want to change. 6. Select the c[...]

87 Chapter 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] (COMP). 4. Press PAGE [ ] to display the last page (in this case, Page 3). 5. Use [F1] (SELECT) or the F1 knob to select FAVORITE. The FAVORITE screen appears. 6. Use [F2] (SELECT) or the F2 knob to [...]

88 Chapter 7 Other Functions There are two methods you can use to save changed tones. Saving to Patches 1. Press [WRITE]. The PATCH WRITE screen appears. 2. Use the PATCH/VALUE dial to select the save- destination patch. 3. Press [WRITE]. “NOW WRITING...” is displayed as the patch is being saved, and then the Play screen returns to the display.[...]

89 Chapter 7 Other Functions Chapter 7 When storing Favorite Settings, you can also give the settings names. Carry out the following procedure in Step 2 of “Saving to the Favorite Settings” (p. 88). 1. Press [F5] (NAME). The Name edit screen appears. 2. Press PAGE [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to the position with the character you want to enter. [...]

90 Chapter 7 Other Functions 8. Press [F3] (SEARCH). A list of patches using the selected Favorite Setting is displayed. 9. You can scroll through the list using [F3] and [F4] or the F3 and F4 knobs. 10. Press [F5] (EXIT). The list disappears from the screen. 11. Press [EXIT] several times to return to the Play screen. The VB-99 features the V-LINK[...]

91 Chapter 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 to start it up. 3. Press [V-LINK]. V-LINK is switched on, and [V-LINK] lights up. The function set in “Setting V-LINK” (p. 91) is enabled, allowing you to control the video images and have them l[...]

92 Chapter 7 Other Functions Setting the Assign (ASSIGN1–2) These settings are necessary for controlling video using the bass’s performance data and messages from the VB-99’s controllers. You can make up to two types of settings. 1. Follow Steps 1–3 in “Making the Palette and Clip Settings (PALETTE/CLIP)” (p. 91) to display the V-LINK s[...]

93 Chapter 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 from the bottom panel. 2. Attach the mounting plate as shown in the figure, using the screws removed in Step 1 or the knob nuts included with the kit. 3. Attach the VB-99 to the stand. For instructio[...]

94 Chapter 7 Other Functions By employing the separately available RAD-99 rack mount adaptor , you can use the VB-99 in a rack-mounted configuration. 1. Turn the VB-99 over and remove the screws from the bottom panel. 2. Attach the RAD-99 as shown in the figure, using the screws removed in Step 1 or the knob nuts included with the kit. 3. Mount the[...]

95 Chapter 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. 4. Select the parameters you want to restore to the original factory condition. 5. Press [F6] (EXEC). 6. To execute Factory Reset, press [WRITE]. * To cancel Factory Reset, press [EXIT]. When Factor[...]

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 provides a rich array of settings that allow you to produce an enormous variety of instrument tones. In addition to traditional bass parameters—such as settings for the pickup, body, and string [...]

97 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 SYNTH TYPE (Synthesizer Type) Parameter/ Range Explanation ANALOG GR This is the sound of a vintage analog polyphonic bass guitar synthesizer. Equipped with Hexa VCO and VCF (variable cutoff-frequency filter) that generates sawtooth waves independently for each of the six strings, this sound accommo[...]

98 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS E.BASS ( Electric Bass) Parameters for the various electric bass models. VINT JB/JB/T-BIRD VINT PB/PB M-MAN RICK ACTIVE Parameter/ Range Explanation MASTER VOL (Master Volume) 0–100 Sets the overall bass volume level. With a setting of 0, there will be no sound. REAR VOL (Rear Volume) 0–100 Sets the volum[...]

99 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 VIOLIN VARI *1 Setting available with CTL TYPE set to 2V2T or 2V1T. *2 Setting available with CTL TYPE set to BAL or 2BAND. *3 Setting available with CTL TYPE set to 2V2T. *4 Setting available with CTL TYPE set to 2V1T or BAL. *5 Setting available with CTL TYPE set to 2BAND. Parameter/ Range Explana[...]

100 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS AC BASS (Acoustic Bass) Parameters for the acoustic bass model. SYNTH (Synthesizer) Parameters for the synthesizer sound. ANALOG GR Parameter/ Range Explanation LEVEL 0–100 Adjusts the volume. With a setting of 0, there will be no sound. BODY 0–100 This sets the volume level of the resonant sound produce[...]

101 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 * When ANALOG GR has been selected for COSM BASS, using SHIFT, HARMO, or BEND to make settings that shift the pitch in an extreme way may make sound generation unstable. SENS ( Sensitivity) 0–100 Adjusts the input sensitivity for the envelope modulation function. As the value is raised, the chang[...]

102 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS WAVE SYNTH OSC SYNTH Parameter/ Range Explanation MASTER LEVEL 0–100 Sets the volume. WAVE SHAPE Selects the wave type on which the synth sound is based. SAW Creates a synth sound with a sawtooth waveform. SQUARE Creates a synth sound with a square waveform. WAVE SENS (Wave Sensitivity) 0–100 This adjust[...]

103 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 FILTER BOWED/PIPE Parameter/ Range Explanation FILTER DEPTH -50–+50 Adjusts the depth of the filter. Increasing this value will produce a greater amount of filter change. “+” and “-” will cause the filter to move in opposite directions. SUB OSC Adds depth to the sound by layering a synth [...]

104 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS CRYSTL ORGAN BRASS Parameter/ Range Explanation MASTER LEVEL 0–100 Sets the volume. ATTACK LENGTH 0–100 This sets the decay time for the attack por- tion of the sound. A smaller setting results in a shorter attack. MOD TUNE (Modulation Tune) 0–100 This sets the tuning for the modulation ap- plied to th[...]

105 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 E.GTR (Electric Guitar) Parameters for the electric guitar models. ST LP COSM BASS Common Parameters Besides the other COSM BASS parameters, the VB-99 also includes the following shared parameters. EQ A four-band equalizer with high and low ranges is provided. Parameter/ Range Explanation VOL (Volu[...]

106 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM BASS PITCH *1 Setting available with SHIFT MODE set to HARMO. *2 Setting available with SHIFT MODE set to SHIFT. *3 Setting available with HARMO set to USER. *4 Setting available when MODLNG TYPE for COSM BASS is set to E.BASS, AC BASS, or SYNTH. *5 Setting available when MODLNG TYPE for COSM BASS is set to E.GTR[...]

107 COSM BASS Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 MIX *1 Setting available when MODLNG TYPE for COSM BASS is set to E.BASS, AC BASS, or E.GTR. Parameter/ Range Explanation STRING PAN HiC, 1–4th, LowB L0:100R–L100:0R This sets the left/right pan of each string. * The pan effect is cancelled if a monaural effect or COSM amp is connected after th[...]

108 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide POLY POLY COMP (Poly Compressor) The Poly Compressor attenuates loud input levels and boosts soft input levels, thus evening out the volume to create sustain without distortion. With the Poly Compressor, compression is applied separately to each string. POLY LIMITR (Poly Limiter) This lets you apply an independent lim[...]

109 POLY FX (Poly Effect) Chapter 8 Chapter 8 POLY DEFRET (Poly Defretter) This changes the sound of a fretted bass guitar to make it resemble a fretless bass guitar. POLY DIST (Poly Distortion) You can individually distort the sound of each string to get a sound that can be played chordally without breaking up. POLY EQ (Poly Equalizer) Each string[...]

110 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide POLY POLY OCTAVE (Poly Octave) This supports playing technique related to octaves. POLY RING (Poly Ring Modulator) This enables you to mix the internal oscillator with the input sound and apply a ring modulator independently for each string, creating a sound with pitchless metallic reverberations. POLY SG (Poly Slow G[...]

111 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 COMP (Compressor) This is an effect that attenuates loud input levels and boosts soft input levels, thus evening out the volume to create sustain without distortion. Many different types of compression are provided, including digital models of vintage compressors, as well as limiters that suppre[...]

112 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) OD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion) This effect distorts the sound to create long sustain. 12 different types of overdrive/distortion are provided. EQ (Equalizer) The EQ is a powerful sound-shaping tool, with four frequency bands and low cut and high cut filters. A parametric-type EQ is provided for the high-mid[...]

113 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 DELAY This effect adds delayed sound to the direct sound, great for adding more body to the sound or for creating special effects. DELAY Common Parameters *1 The DELAY TIME, FEEDBACK, HIGH CUT, and EFFECT LEVEL are not enabled when the TYPE is set to DUAL-S, DUAL-P, or DUAL-L/R. Parameter/ Range[...]

114 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) PAN DUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/R WARP MOD Parameter/ Range Explanation TAP TIME 0%–100% Adjusts the delay time of the left channel de- lay. This setting adjusts the L channel delay time relative to the R channel delay time (considered as 100%). Parameter/ Range Explanation DELAY1 TIME 1 ms–900 ms, BPM –[...]

115 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 * Recording and playback of performances and other operations are carried out with pedals while Hold is in effect. Connect external pedals (footswitches) or an FC-300. 1. Referring to “Using the Switches, Pedals, and MIDI to Control the Sounds (CONTROL ASSIGN)” (p. 77), assign the following [...]

116 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) MOD1, MOD2 For MOD1 and MOD2, you can choose one of the following effect types. (If desired, you can select the same effect for both MOD1 and MOD2.) PHASER By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the phaser effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the sound. MOD TYPE MOD1 MOD2 Common P[...]

117 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 FLANGER The flanging effect gives a twisting, jet-airplane-like character to the sound. TREML (Tremolo) Tremolo is an effect that creates a cyclic change in volume. PAN This is a stereo effect that pans the sound alternately between the left and right outputs, making the sound fly back and forth[...]

118 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) PEDAL WAH This is a wah effect that you control in real time by adjusting the EXP pedal connected to the EXP PEDAL jack or an FC-300 EXP pedal. T.WAH (Touch Wah) This is an automatic wah effect where the filter changes in response to the bass level. Parameter/ Range Explanation TYPE Selects the type of wa[...]

119 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 AUTO WAH This filters the sound over a periodic cycle, providing an automatic wah effect. M-TRON III This models a Musitronics Mu-Tron III. Filter movement corresponds to the intensity of the input, producing a touch-wah sound suited to funk . The original used monaural input and output, but on [...]

120 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) OCTAVE This adds a note one octave lower, creating a richer sound. * Because of the need to analyze the pitch, chords (two or more sounds played simultaneously) cannot be played. PITCH SHIFT (Pitch Shifter) This effect changes the pitch of the original sound (up or down) within a range of two octaves. * 1[...]

121 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 HARMONIST Harmonist is a pitch-shift effect where the amount of shifting is adjusted according to an analysis of the bass input, allowing you to create harmonies based on diatonic scales. * Because of the need to analyze the pitch, chords (two or more sounds played simultaneously) cannot be play[...]

122 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) PEDAL BEND This lets you use a pedal to get a pitch bend effect. * Because of the need to analyze the pitch, chords (two or more sounds played simultaneously) cannot be played. “Chapter 4 Using the VB-99 in Combination with an FC-300” (p. 46) 2x2 CHORUS Frequency band division is employed to produce t[...]

123 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 ROTARY This produces an effect like the sound of a rotary speaker. UNI-V This models the sound of the Uni-vibe. Although the same type of effect as a phaser, its characteristic feature is a unique twisting effect, which you can’t get from an ordinary phaser. VIB (Vibrato) This effect creates v[...]

124 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) HUMANIZER This creates human vowel-like sounds. *1 Setting available with MODE set to PICK or AUTO. *2 Setting available with MODE set to PICK. *3 Setting available with MODE set to AUTO. SLOW GEAR This produces a volume-swell effect (“violin-like” sound). RING MOD (Ring Modulator) This creates a bell[...]

125 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 ADV.COMP (Advanced Compressor) This is an effect that produces a long sustain by evening out the volume level of the input signal. You can also use it as a limiter to suppress only the sound peaks and prevent distortion. LIMITR (Limiter) The limiter attenuates loud input levels to prevent distor[...]

126 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide FX (Effects) PEQ (Parametric Equalizer) Adjusts the tonal quality. You can adjust the sound quality in four bands. GEQ (Graphic Equalizer) This is a seven-band graphic equalizer that allows you to precisely ad- just tones by boosting/cutting any of the seven bands. SUB DELAY This is a delay with a maximum delay time o[...]

127 FX (Effects) Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 NS (Noise Suppressor) This effect reduces the noise and hum picked up by bass pickups. Since it suppresses the noise in synchronization with the envelope of the bass sound (the way in which the bass sound decays over time), it has very little effect on the overall sound, and does not harm its th[...]

128 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM AMP COSM technology simulates different preamp characteristics, speaker sizes, and cabinet shapes. * You can make separate settings for Channel A and Channel B. SUPER FLAT / AC BASS FLIP TOP B MAN CONCRT 810 COSM AMP Parameter/ Range Explanation COSM AMP SW OFF, ON Turns the COSM amp effect on/off. PREAMP TYPE Th[...]

129 COSM AMP Chapter 8 Parameters Guide Chapter 8 BASS 360 T.E. SESSION GTR AMP CLEAN / GTR AMP CRUNCH GTR AMP DRIVE / GTR AMP METAL Speaker Settings SUPER FLAT / FLIP TOP / B MAN / CONCRT 810 / BASS 360 / T.E. / SESSION / AC BASS Parameter/ Range Explanation BRIGHT Turns the bright setting on/off. OFF Bright is not used. ON Bright is switched on t[...]

130 Chapter 8 Parameters Guide COSM AMP GTR AMP CLEAN / GTR AMP CRUNCH / GTR AMP DRIVE / GTR AMP METAL Parameter/ Range Explanation SP TYPE (Speaker Type) Select the speaker type. OFF This turns off the speaker simulator. ORIG This is the built-in speaker of the amp you selected with PREAMP TYPE. 1x8” This is a compact open-back speaker cabinet w[...]

131 MIXER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXER The mixer allows you to combine Channel A and Channel B together, adjust their relative levels and panning, and apply effects and EQ to the combined signals. MIXER A, B (MIXER CHANNEL A, B) V-BASS LEVEL TOTAL EQ (Total Equalizer) This adjusts the tone of the mixed signals[...]

132 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXER OUTPUT This setting determines the signal routing and level to the VB-99’s outputs. * The parameters enabled (MAIN OUT, MAIN LEVEL, SUB OUT, SUB LEVEL, D OUT, D OUT LEVEL) change according to the settings in “OUTPUT MODE” (p. 151) in the SYSTEM screen. When disabled, the value < > is given. Parameter/[...]

133 MIXER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 DELAY/REVERB You can apply delay and reverb jointly to Channel A and Channel B. DELAY REVERB Parameter/ Range Explanation DELAY SW OFF, ON Turns the DELAY effect on/off. TIME 1–1800 ms, BPM –BPM This determines the delay time. When set to BPM, the value of each parameter will be set according to the[...]

134 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MIXER DYNAMIC This function allows you use your playing dynamics to control the volume of the mix of the two channels. The volume and balance of the channels change according to the dynamics each time you pick the strings. You can set the point at which the volume changes in the settings screen as you check the dynamic[...]

135 MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 CONTROL ASSIGN Adjust these settings if you would like to use a pedal connected to the VB-99, or an external MIDI device (control source) to control parameters as you play. You can set two parameters as targets to each control source. * Turn on the COSM bass, COSM amp, and effect that contains the para[...]

136 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER PITCH PANEL CTL1/CTL2 (Control Button 1/2) Parameter/ Range Explanation SW OFF, ON This setting switches CONTROL button on and off. TARGET PARAMETER This selects the parameter to be changed. MIN (Minimum) This sets the minimum value for the range in which the parameter can change. The value differs depending on [...]

137 MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 FILTER This passes only portions of the sound’s frequency ranges, giving the sound a unique tone. You can add different types of expression to the sound by changing the frequencies (pitches) that are passed. ASSIGNABLE *1 Setting available with SOURCE set to D BEAM V. Parameter/ Range Explanation FRE[...]

138 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER PITCH FILTER This passes only portions of the sound’s frequency ranges, giving the sound a unique tone. You can add different types of expression to the sound by changing the frequencies (pitches) that are passed. ASSIGNABLE *1 Setting available with SOURCE set to RIBBON ACT. *2 Setting available with SOURCE s[...]

139 MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 EXP PEDAL (Expression Pedal) Parameter/ Range Explanation SW OFF, ON This setting determines whether control us- ing an expression pedal connected to the EXP PEDAL jack is switched on or off. TARGET PARAMETER This selects the parameter to be changed. MIN (Minimum) This sets the minimum value for the ra[...]

140 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER The controllers (sources) controlling targets when an FC-300 is connected are shown below. *1 The types of parameters that can be set are the same as those described in “EXP PEDAL (Expression Pedal)” (p. 139). *2 The types of parameters that can be set are the same as those described in “CTL3, CTL4 (Contro[...]

141 MASTER Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 *1 The TRIGGR, TIME, and CURVE parameters are enabled when the SOURCE parameter is set to INTRNL PEDAL. *2 The RATE and FORM parameters are enabled when the SOURCE parameter is set to WAVE PEDAL. *3 The INPUT SENS parameter is enabled when the SOURCE parameter is set to INPUT LEVEL. Parameter/ Range Ex[...]

142 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide MASTER NAME/KEY/BPM PATCH NAME CATEGORY KEY BPM * The parameters enabled (SYSTEM BPM, BPM) change according to the BPM MODE settings. When they are disabled, the value < > is given. AMP CONTROL TX PC (Transmit Program Change) V-BASS LEVEL Parameter/ Range Explanation PATCH NAME This sets the patch name. INSERT In[...]

143 BASS TO MIDI Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 PATCH These parameters are set for each individual patch with the BASS TO MIDI function. BASS TO MIDI Parameter/ Range Explanation BASS TO MIDI OFF, ON This switches the BASS TO MIDI function on and off. Setting this to OFF prevents out- put of all BASS TO MIDI-related MIDI mes- sages. Parameter/[...]

144 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide BASS TO MIDI SYSTEM These parameters are applied to the entire VB-99 in the BASS TO MIDI function. Parameter/ Range Explanation CC (Control Change) You can output the actions of the controllers specified with SRC as Control Change messages. You can make two types of settings, 1 and 2. SRC (Source) GK VOL GK-3B GK volum[...]

145 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 LCD CONTRAST DIRECT PATCH GK SETTING SYSTEM Parameter/ Range Explanation CONTRAST 1–50 Setting up the VB-99 in certain positions may make the display difficult to read. If this occurs, adjust the display contrast (legi- bility). Parameter/ Range Explanation DIRECT PATCH DIR.PATCH 1–5 This sets the [...]

146 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM *1 Setting available when GK PU TYPE is set to PIEZO G, PIEZO G or PIEZO R. CTL (Control) CONTROL ASSIGN Parameter/ Range Explanation GK PU POS (GK Pickup Position) This sets the divided pickup’s position. 4STR-1 This is the position on a 4-string bass. 4STR-2 4STR-3 5STR Lo1 This is the position on a 5-string[...]

147 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 * The parameters that can be set will depend on the controllers. Parameters That Can Be Assigned to Controllers Parameter Explanation OFF No function is assigned. ASSIGNABLE (PATCH) Functions according to the Control Assign settings in each individual patch. V-BASS LEVEL 0–100 Provides control of the[...]

148 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM CONTROL FC-300 Parameter/ Range Explanation ASSIGN HOLD This setting determines whether or not the values (positions) of the D BEAM (H) or RIBBON CONTROLLER or the FC-300’s expression pedals or control pedals or other controllers are to be reflected in the sound as soon as a patch is called up. ON When a patch[...]

149 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 MIDI Parameter/ Range Explanation MIDI CH (MIDI Channel) 1–16ch This sets the channel used for transmitting and receiving MIDI messages. When controlling another synthesizer sound module using the BASS TO MIDI function, also refer to “BASS TO MIDI” (p. 143). OMNI MODE OFF, ON When MIDI OMNI MODE [...]

150 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM Parameter/ Range Explanation PC (Program Change) PC OUT (Program Change Out) OFF, ON This setting determines whether or not Pro- gram Change messages are output when the VB-99’s patches are switched. Program Change messages are output when this is set to ON. TX PC MAP (Transmit Program Change Map) This setting[...]

151 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 OUTPUT * The parameters enabled (MAIN OUT, MAIN LEVEL, SUB OUT, SUB LEVEL, D OUT, D OUT LEVEL) change according to the OUTPUT MODE settings. When they are disabled, the value < > is given. Parameter/ Range Explanation OUTPUT MODE SYSTEM The values set in the SYSTEM parameters MAIN OUT, MAIN LEVEL[...]

152 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM USB Parameter/ Range Explanation USB IN This sets the point at which digital audio signals received via USB (from your computer) are connected within the VB-99. * Do not connect at a point before the point set with the USB OUT parameter. For more on the connection points, refer to “Signal Flow” (p. 15). * If[...]

153 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 BPM * The parameters enabled (SYSTEM BPM, BPM) change according to the BPM MODE settings. When they are disabled, the value < > is given. V-LINK CLIP ASSIGN 1–2 Parameter/ Range Explanation BPM MODE SYSTEM The values set in the SYSTEM parameter SYSTEM BPM is enabled. PATCH The values set in BPM[...]

154 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM FC-300 CTL6 FC-300 external footswitch6 FC-300 E5/C7 FC-300 external expression pedal5/external footswitch7 FC-300 CTL8 FC-300 external footswitch8 INTRNL PEDAL Internal pedal WAVE PEDAL Wave pedal TARGET Used in the general V-LINK compatible device. DISLV CC #5 Dissolve time (time elapsed in switching video ima[...]

155 SYSTEM Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 *1 You cannot set the MIN or MAX parameters when the TARGET parameter is set to one of the functions below. The MIN parameter is fixed at 0, and the MAX parameter is fixed at 127. • SCRTCH SW • BPM SYNC • CLIP LOOP • AB SW • TAP SW • DUAL STREAM *2 The TRIGGR, TIME, and CURVE parameters are[...]

156 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide SYSTEM CATEGORY NAME D BEAM CALIB (D BEAM Calibration) PATCH EXTENT FACTORY RESET Parameter/ Range Explanation CATEGORY NAME This sets the Category name. INSERT Insert a space at the cursor location. DELETE Delete a character. The characters that fol- low get shifted to the left. SPACE Input a space at the cursor locat[...]

157 GLOBAL Chapter 8 Parameter Guide Chapter 8 EQ MAIN (Equalizer Main), EQ SUB (Equalizer Sub) NS (Noise Suppressor) REVERB GLOBAL Parameter/ Range Explanation SETTING1–10 1–10 This selects the SETTING to be set. NAME This sets the name for the SETTING (up to eight characters). INSERT Insert a space at the cursor location. DELETE Delete a char[...]

158 Chapter 8 Parameter Guide TUNER SUB OUT LEVEL MULTI MODE, SINGLE MODE Parameter/ Range Explanation SUB OUT LEVEL 0–200% This controls the global output level from the SUB OUT connectors. It does not affect the settings in each individual patch. To use line level (+4 dBu) as the output level, set this to 100%. TUNER Parameter/ Range Explanatio[...]

159 Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Appendices MIDI Implementation Chart Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change System Exclusive Common System Realtime AUX Messages Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks Default Changed Default Messages Altered True Voice Note ON Note OFF Key's Ch's 0 1 [...]

160 Chapter 9 Appendices Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change System Exclusive Common System Realtime AUX Messages Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks Default Changed Default Messages Altered True Voice Note ON Note OFF Key's Ch's 0, 32 1 – 31 33 – 63 64 – 95 6, 38[...]

161 Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 V-LINK Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change System Exclusive Common System Realtime AUX Messages Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks Default Changed Default Messages Altered True Voice Note ON Note OFF Key's Ch's True # Song Position So[...]

162 Chapter 9 Appendices PALETTE 1–32 (Palette Change) V-LINK Function Transmitted MIDI Message Transmitted Channel CC 0 (Bank Select MSB): 0–31 ch.A / ch.B CC 32 (Bank Select LSB): 0 CLIP 1–32 (Clip Change) Program Change: 0 – 31 ch.A / ch.B COLOR EQ–FG CC 1 (Modulation) ch.A & ch.B Cb CC #74 CC 74 (Cutoff) ch.A Cr CC #71 CC 71 (Reso[...]

163 Chapter 9 Appendices Chapter 9 VB-99: V-Bass System AD Conversion 24 bits + AF method DA Conversion 24 bits Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz Program Memories 400: 200 (User) + 200 (Preset) Nominal Input Level BASS INPUT: -10 dBu Input Impedance BASS INPUT: 2.2 M ohms Nominal Output Level MAIN OUT: -10 dBu SUB OUT (XLR): +4 dBu BASS OUT: -10 dBu Outp[...]

164 Chapter 9 Appendices Dimensions 384.0 (W) x 218.0 (D) x 93.5 (H) mm 15-1/8 (W) x 8-5/8 (D) x 3-11/16 (H) inches * EIA-5U rack mount type: optional rack mount adaptor RAD-99 Weight 2.1 kg / 4 lbs 11 oz (excluding AC Adaptor) Accessories Owner’s Manual GK cable (5 m) USB cable RRC2 cable VB-99 Software CD-ROM AC adaptor (PSB-1U) Knob Bolt x 4 O[...]

165 Chapter 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 appear in the display. Please follow the instructions indicated in the message to resolve the issue. “DATA WRITE ERROR” ● Writing to the memory for storage of user data failed. ❍ The unit may be [...]

166 Chapter 9 Appendices ❏ Is each effect set correctly? → Use the “Meter function” (p. 31) in [CHAIN] to confirm the output level of each effect. If the meter for any effect is not fluctuating, check the settings for that effect. ❏ Are volume parameters such as BASS:VOLUME, FV:LEVEL, and V-BASS LEVEL set to the assigned targets? → Oper[...]

167 Chapter 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 PU, then MAIN & SUB will be set the next time the VB-99 is powered up. If you plan to use COSM BASS A, COSM BASS B, or NORMAL PU, remake this setting each time you turn on the power to the VB-99 [...]

168 Index Numerics -1 OCTAVE LEVEL ..................................................... 110 -2 OCTAVE LEVEL ..................................................... 110 2x2 CHORUS ............................................................... 122 A A ch/B ch CLIP ........................................................... 153 A ch/B ch PALETTE .....[...]

169 Index D Beam Controller ........................................................ 71 D BEAM DISAB ........................................................... 156 D OUT ................................................................... 132, 151 D OUT LEVEL ..................................................... 132, 151 DC IN Jack ................[...]

170 Index FREQ ..................................................... 110, 118–119, 124 FREQ MAX ........................................................... 137–138 FREQ MIN ............................................................ 137–138 FREQ1–3 ....................................................................... 124 FRONT PU .......[...]

171 Index MAIN LEVEL ...................................................... 132, 151 MAIN OUT .......................................................... 132, 151 MAIN OUT Jacks L/MONO, R .................................. 14 MAIN OUTPUT SELECT ........................................... 157 MANUAL ...................................................[...]

172 Index PEDAL POS ......................................................... 118, 122 PEDAL WAH ............................................................... 118 PEQ ................................................................................ 126 PHASE ............................................................................ 99 PHASER ...[...]

173 Index SETTING1–10 ...................................................... 145, 157 SHIFT ............................................................................ 106 SHIFT MODE ............................................................... 106 Signal Flow ..................................................................... 15 SINGLE MODE[...]

174 Index V-LINK SYSTEM ......................................................... 155 VOICE ................................................................... 120–121 Voice Interval ............................................................... 121 VOICE1 INTERVAL C–B ........................................... 121 VOICE2 INTERVAL C–B .....[...]

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