Roland V-Bass 04672434 El manual del propietario

CORRECTIONSPlease correct the contents of the “V-Bass Owner’s Manual” as follows:Page 46 “BASS SELECT”(Error)* “VIOLIN” and “M-MAN” cannot be selected

9About the V-BassThis chapter provides explanations that will help you take the fullest advantage of the V-Bass’s functionality. GK pickupIn order to

10Panel DescriptionsFront Panelfig.0-011. LED DisplayIt displays the bank number of the currently selected patch (p. 19). In TUNER MODE (p. 18), it di

11Panel Descriptions16.SYSTEM ButtonPress this button when making adjustments for the V-Bass to be used in various situations (p. 31, 35–42).17.MANUAL

12Chapter 1. Playing SoundsAttaching the GK pickupFirst, attach the GK-2B divided pickup to your bass. For details on installation, refer to the GK-2B

13Chapter 1. Playing SoundsChapter 1After you have made preparations on your bass (GK-2B), connect your equipment as shown in the following diagram.fi

14Chapter 1. Playing SoundsAdjusting the VolumeUse the OUTPUT LEVEL knob, to set the maximum volume.fig.1-25* The output volume from the OUTPUT connec

15Chapter 1. Playing SoundsChapter 1GK pickup settingsSpecifying the correspondence for each stringThe tonal character of the V-Bass is greatly affect

16Chapter 1. Playing Soundsfig.1-14e6. Press [PAGE ] to move to page 2.7. Press [F1] (SCALE).Use the VALUE dial to specify the scale length of your ba

17Chapter 1. Playing SoundsChapter 1Adjusting the sensitivity of each stringAdjust the pickup sensitivity for each string, according to the way in whi

18Chapter 1. Playing SoundsNaming your settings1. Press [GK SETTING].2. Press [F1] (SETTING).Select the GK setting that you want to name.3. Press [PAG

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland V-BASS.Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INS

19Chapter 1. Playing SoundsChapter 13. Play a single note on the open string that you want to tune.The LED display will indicate the note name closest

20Chapter 1. Playing SoundsUsing the PATCH/VALUE dial to changeHere’s how you can change from one patch to the next one.* If the System parameter “DIA

21Chapter 2Chapter 2. Creating soundsCOSM BASS settingsHere’s how to make COSM BASS settings. Make these settings as desired.1. Press [COSM BASS].fig.

22Chapter 2. Creating soundsCOSM AMP settingsHere’s how to make COSM AMP settings. Make these settings as desired.1. Press [COSM AMP].fig.2-04fig.2-05

23Chapter 2. Creating soundsChapter 2Specifying the tempo and key of the song to be playedHere’s how to specify the tempo and key of a song you’ll be

24Chapter 2. Creating soundsPedal function settings (EXP/CTL/GK VOL/GK SW)Make these settings if you want to use the EXP pedal or CTL pedal of the V-B

25Chapter 2. Creating soundsChapter 2Specifying the function of GK VOL* In SYSTEM menu GK FUNC, set GK VOL to “ASSIGNABLE.” (p. 38).1. Press [PEDAL AS

26Chapter 2. Creating soundsAssign function settingsSet this when you want to control parameters using an external pedal or MIDI device connected to t

27Chapter 2. Creating soundsChapter 2Adjusting the level of the normal pickup1. Press [MASTER] twice.fig.2-08fig.2-092. Press [F4] (BASS IN), and use

28Chapter 2. Creating soundsCombining the normal input with the GK inputCOSM BASS lets you create sounds by combining the inputs of the divided pickup

2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIRCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

29Chapter 2. Creating soundsChapter 2Naming a patchHere’s how to assign a name to a patch you’ve created.1. Press [MASTER].fig.2-08fig.2-232. Press [F

30Chapter 2. Creating soundsAdjusting the Volume of a PatchIf there are discrepancies in volume between patches, you can adjust the level.1. Press [MA

31Chapter 2. Creating soundsChapter 2Changing the order of patches (Patch Exchange function)Use this when you want to change the order of patches.It i

32Chapter 2. Creating soundsUsing the pedals to turn each effect on/off (Manual mode)The V-Bass provides a Manual mode in which the number pedals can

33Chapter 3Chapter 3. System settingsGK pickup settingsSelect the GK pickup setting1. Press [GK SETTING].fig.1-112. Press [F1] (SETTING).3. Turn the V

34Chapter 3. System settingsMatching the phase of the GK pickup and normal pickup1. Press [GK SETTING].2. Press [F1] (SETTING).3. Turn the VALUE dial

35Chapter 3. System settingsChapter 3Adjusting the sensitivity of each stringAdjust the pickup sensitivity for each string according to how the divide

36Chapter 3. System settingsPedal function settingsSpecifying the function of the BANK pedals1. Press [SYSTEM].2. Press [F3] (PEDAL).3. Press [F1] (BA

37Chapter 3. System settingsChapter 3Reflecting the position of the EXP pedal and GK VOL when a patch is recalledHere you can specify whether the curr

38Chapter 3. System settingsGK pickup function settingsChanging the function of the S1/S2 switches1. Press [SYSTEM].2. Press [F4] (GK FUNC).3. Press [

3USING THE UNIT SAFELY001• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual...

39Chapter 4Chapter 4. Using MIDIAbout MIDI* The “bank select” (messages) referred to in this chapter are different than the “banks” explained in chapt

40Chapter 4. Using MIDIfig.4-034. Turn the VALUE dial to set the MIDI channel (1–16).5. Press [EXIT] several times to return to the Play page.* These

41Chapter 4. Using MIDIChapter 4Using an external device to control patch changesSelecting the program change mapBy transmitting bank select and progr

42Chapter 4. Using MIDI4. Press [F1]–[F4] to move the cursor to the parameter that you want to set.5. Turn the VALUE dial to specify the control chang

43Chapter 5Chapter 5. Parameter guideBy making your own settings for the numerous parameters that are provided, you can create a wide variety of sound

44Chapter 5. Parameter guidePIPEAn instrument simulating a mellow, woodwind reed.(PAGE2)(PAGE3)CRYSTALAn instrument with a metallic resonance.(PAGE2)(

45Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5● If the COSM BASS parameter TYPE is set to “VARI BASS”REAR TYPESpecify the type of rear pickup.FRONT TYPESpecify

46Chapter 5. Parameter guideBODYSpecify the resonance of the body.* This cannot be switched on/off.PRESETSelect one of the preset body types.● If the

47Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5LEVEL (Pickup Level) 0–100Adjusts the overall volume of the pickup.F.VOL (Front Pickup Volume) 0–100Adjusts the v

48Chapter 5. Parameter guideKEY C (Am)–B (G#m)Specifies the key of the song you will play. By specifying the key, you can create harmonies that are su

4016• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor,

49Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5OSC SYNTHPitch data and attack data are extracted from the bass sound that is input, and the signal produced by t

50Chapter 5. Parameter guideTOUCH-S (Touch sensitivity) 0–100Adjusts the sensitivity of the filter that varies the tone according to the strength with

51Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5PD SHIFT (Pedal Shift)Specifies the amount of shift for the pitch shifted sound.ON/OFFSwitches the pedal shift on

52Chapter 5. Parameter guidePOLY SG (Polyphonic slow gear)Simulates a volume-swell (violin-style) playing technique.ON/OFFSwitch the slow gear on/off.

53Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5Simulates the head and speaker of a guitar amp.ON/OFFTurns the COSM amp on/off.TYPESpecifies the type of COSM amp

54Chapter 5. Parameter guideSPEAKERSPEAKER ON/OFFOFF, ONTurns the speaker simulator effect on/off.* There will be no effects when the COSM amp is OFF.

55Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5TONE-50–+50Adjusts the tonal character.LEVEL0–100Adjusts the volume.RATIO (Ratio) 1.2:1, 1.5:1, 2:1, 3:1, 5:1, 10

56Chapter 5. Parameter guideOD/DS (Overdrive/Distortion)This effect distorts the sound to produce long sustain.ON/OFFSwitches OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION on/

57Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5MOD (Modulation)This effect adds spaciousness and depth to the sound. It allows you to create a sensation of mult

58Chapter 5. Parameter guide● If the type is set to “P.SHIFTER”ON/OFFTurns each of the two pitch shifter notes on/off.MODESelects the pitch shifter mo

5IMPORTANT NOTES291bIn addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3–4, please read

59Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5STEPOFF, 0–100, BPM –Adjusts the interval at which the Rate and Depth will change in “stair-step” fashion. Larger

60Chapter 5. Parameter guide● If the type is set to “PD SHIFT”PITCH-24–+24Specifies the amount of pitch shift that will occur when you operate the ped

61Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5CHORUSAdds a slightly pitch-shifted sound to the direct sound, making the sound deeper and more spacious.ON/OFFSw

62Chapter 5. Parameter guideNS (Noise suppressor)This effect reduces the hum and noise that are picked up by the pickups of a bass. Since the noise is

63Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5SOURCESpecify the device or MIDI data that will be the control source.* If you use GK VOL, GK S1/S2, SUB CTL1, or

64Chapter 5. Parameter guideGLOBALThese parameters let you change various settings for all patches in common. This allows you to leave the settings of

65Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5EXP/GK VOL HOLD (EXP pedal/GK volume hold)Specifies whether the positions of the EXP pedal and GK VOL will be ref

66Chapter 5. Parameter guideMIDIHere you can make settings for MIDI-related functions.CHANNEL1–16Specify the MIDI channel that will be used to transmi

67Chapter 5. Parameter guideChapter 5Specifies how the tuner function will operate.PITCH435Hz–445HzSpecify the standard pitch. Effects that are contro

68Chapter 5. Parameter guide5STR-Lo2:fig.5-055STR-Hi1:fig.5-065STR-Hi2:fig.5-076STR:ig.5-08DIRECTIONSpecify the direction in which the divided pickup

6ContentsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...2USING THE UNIT SAFELY ...3IMPORTANT NOTES...

69Chapter 6Chapter 6. Supplementary MaterialsTroubleshootingThis section explains the actions you should take if you experience problems while using t

70Chapter 6. Supplementary MaterialsOther problemsThe display indicates “BATTERY LOW” when power is turned on➝ The internal battery that preserves th

71Chapter 6 Supplementary MaterialsChapter 6PEDAL ASSIGN Parameter ListCOSM BASSSECTION ASSIGN TARGETCOSM BASS ON/OFFPU/B.SEL (PICKUP/BASS SELECT)LEVE

72Chapter 6 Supplementary MaterialsEFFECTSSECTION ASSIGN TARGETFX: CMP/LM (COMPRESSOR/LIMITER)ON/OFFFX: COMP (COMPRESSOR) SUSTAINTONELEVELFX: LM (LIMI

73Chapter 6 Supplementary MaterialsChapter 6MIDI Implementation ChartFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumber :VelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeP

74Chapter 6 Supplementary MaterialsSpecificationsAD conversion24-bit AF conversion (BASS INPUT)20-bit (GK INPUT)D/A conversion20-bit, 128-times oversa

75IndexNumerics2x2 CHORUS ... 59AACTIVE RANGE ...

76IndexPEDAL ASSIGN ... 62PEDAL FUNCTION ...

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7ContentsTransmitting and receiving sound (patch) or system setting data ... 42Transmitting settings

This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.For EU CountriesFor EU CountriesApparatus containi

02897945 ’02-2-AE2-11NInformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in yo

CORRECTIONSPlease correct the contents of the “V-Bass Owner’s Manual” as follows:Page 46 “BASS SELECT”(Error)* “VIOLIN” and “M-MAN” cannot be selected

Please Read This First In order to get the best result in using the V-Bass, please note the following points. ● About the GK Settings A tonal quality

8Main Features A completely new bass systemThe V-Bass is Roland’s proprietary and totally new bass system, created using its acclaimed COSM technolog