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Roland VB-99 V-Bass System

The Roland VB-99 V-Bass lets bassists enter the world of MIDI synth. With COSM modeling, the Roland VB-99 V-Bass offers dozens of ways to sound great.

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When Roland introduced the original V-Bass System, serious bass players worldwide took notice. They are proud to introduce the VB-99 V-Bass, which delivers three times the sonic firepower of the original model! Based on an all-new custom processing engine and 10 years of research and development, the VB-99 serves up a wide range of inspiring new COSM(r) bass and amplifier models, powerful polyphonic effects, new string modeling technology, dual independent signal paths for blending sounds, and new controllers. It also features a host of thoughtful improvements that bassists demanded, such as bass-to-MIDI converters, streaming audio via USB, and much more.

Features
Most advanced bass processor ever

Dozens of COSM instrument models, including coveted vintage and modern basses, amps, synth basses, effects and even electric guitars

Converts bass to MIDI and streams audio via USB audio sources

Dual independent stereo signal paths can be layered or switched: allows two different virtual sounds at the same time

Allows users to play polyphonic synth bass sounds without tracking issues

Table-top configuration, rack mountable, or stand mountable

Stereo XLR, stereo 1/4 in., MIDI, SP/DIF and USB outputs

Advanced new real-time controllers: D Beam, ribbon and V-Link zZounds is an authorized dealer of Roland products.

AD Conversion: 24 bit +AF method (Adaptive Focus is a proprietary from Roland)

DA Conversion: 24 bit

Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz

Program Memories: 400: 200 (user) + 200 (preset)

Nominal Input Level: Bass input: -10 dBu

Input Impedance: Bass input: 2.2M ohm

Nominal Output Level: Main Out: -10 dBu, Sub Out (XLR): +4 dBu, Bass Out: -10 dBu

Output Impedance: Main Out: 1 k ohm, Sub out (XLR): 600 ohm

Dynamic Range: 100 dB or greater (IFH-A)

Controls: Top Panel: OUTPUT LEVEL knob, Function knobs x 6 (F1-F6), BALANCE knob, V-BASS LEVEL knob, V-LINK button, DIRECT PATCH buttons x 5 (1-5), CONTROL buttons x 2 (1, 2), COSM BASS buttons x 2 (A, B), BASS DIRECT button, POLY FX A/B buttons x 2 (A, B), FX buttons x 2 (A, B), COSM AMP buttons x 2 (A, B), MIXER buttons x 2 (A, B), DELAY/REVERB button, DYNAMIC button, CHAIN button, CONTROL ASSIGN button, NAME/KEY/BPM button, Function buttons x 6 (F1-F6), EXIT button, WRITE button, PAGE buttons x 2 (Left, Right), BASS TO MIDI button, SYSTEM button, GLOBAL button, TUNER button, CATEGORY button, PATCH/VALUE dial, Power switch, Rear Panel: Ground Lift switch (SUB OUT)

D Beam: D Beam Controller, Pitch Button, Filter Button, Assignable button

Ribbon Controller: Ribbon Controller, Pitch Button, Filter Button, Assignable Button

Display: 240 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit)

Top Panel: GK In connector (13 pin DIN type)

Rear Panel: BASS INPUT jack (1/4 inch phone type), BASS OUTPUT jack (1/4 inch phone type), SUB OUT jacks x 2 (L, R) (XLR type), MAIN OUT jacks x 2 (L/MONO, R) (1/4 inch phone type), PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), DIGITAL OUT jack (Coaxial type, conforms to IEC60958-3), EXP PEDAL jack (1/4 inch TRS phone type), CTL 3,4 jack (1/4 inch TRS phone type), USB connector (B type), RRC2 IN connector (RJ45 type), MIDI connectors x 2 (IN, OUT) (5-pin DIN type), DC IN jack

Power Supply: AC Adaptor (PSB1U)

Current Draw: 1.3 Amps

Accessories Included: Owner's Manual, GK cable (5 m), USB cable, RRC2 cable, VB-99 Software CD-ROM, AC adaptor (PSB-1U), Knob Bolt x 4

Options: Divided Pickup: GK-3B, MIDI Foot Controller: FC-300, Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, Dual Footswitch: BOSS FS-6, Expression Pedal: EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/500H, GK Cable: GKC-10/5/3, Unit Selector: US-20, Rack Mount Adaptor: RAD-99, Pad Stand: PDS-10, Footswitch Cable: PCS-31, Carrying Bag: CB-VG9

Dimensions (WxDxH): 15 1/8 x 8 5/8 x 3 11/16 inches, 384 x 218 x 94 mm

Weight: 4 lbs. 11 oz., 2.1 kg

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
with GK3B Pickup: Shipping Weight: 10 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 19 x 12 x 7 in

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If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 323-890-3700

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Sound: Nice sounds for bass emulation. I bought this mainly for the midi to bass feature to replace my GI-20 unit. If that's what your buying this for, don't waste your time. Still some of the same latency issues that I experience with the GI-20. This unit does not have all of the midi features that the GI-20 has, and with the latency issues still present, I sent this back.

Style of Music: Classic Rock, Blues, Country

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Sound: The basses it models after are top notch. The best feature is the EQ-ing of each seperate string. Very Powerful. I'm able to get that deep "Bass Dub" tone. I run the VB-99 thru a Radial Stereo Direct Box. The Synth's sound good also. But the modeling is the best feature. I was less impressed with the acoustic basses. But that's OK-I just overwrite some of those patches to create my own. Ease of Use: This not an easy product to navagate. It's very complex. You will be putting hours and hours of getting-to-know-how-to-use-this-product. This is the only drawback. But it can be done. In time. Quality: Wished they used more metal than plastic. My advise- be careful with it ANYWHERE. Value: The price is worth all the basses it models after. Unless your name is John Paul Jones, Flea, Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, etc....etc... Can you imagine the cost of buying all the basses it models after? And who's gonna lug all those basses on stage? Manufacturer Support: Have dealt with support with connecting to a computer. Roland was helpful. That's the only call I've made. The Wow Factor: Great product. Overall: I'm very pleased with all the feature's of this product. It help's me alot with all my music project's. You have to buy the pick-up to get the basses it models. And about the pick-up, I would recommend you have a pro repair guitar shop install it on your bass. And once it's there-it's there. It's not coming off. It's an investment for sure. But well worth it.

Style of Music: rock,dub,ambient,blues,folk,electronic,down tempo, etc...etc

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