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Roland VP-770 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Names Of Things And What They Do

    USB memory, or load previously-saved registration sets into the VP-770 (p. 103). VOLUME Adjusts the overall volume of the VP-770. V-LINK This button turns the V-LINK function on/off . When you press this button to turn V-LINK on, the button will light blue.
  • Page 3 [PERC] Button [PERC] Button The C2–E3 keys of the keyboard will play percussion. Display Various information is shown here as you operate the VP-770. [F1], [F2] Buttons [F1], [F2] Buttons These buttons execute diff erent functions according to the contents shown in the display.
  • Page 4 Connect an external synthesizer or microphone (phone plug). OUTPUT Jacks These jacks output the VP-770’s sound in stereo (L/R). OUTPUT A (MIX) (L/MONO, R) OUTPUT A (MIX) (L/MONO, R) These jacks output the audio signal in stereo to your amp or mixer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    An Overview of the VP-770 ...11 About Vocal Designer ...12 Introducing the Sounds ...13 Making Connections Placing the VP-770 on the KS-12 Stand ...16 Connect the Power Cord (AC IN) ...17 Connecting Your Amp or Speakers (OUTPUT/PHONES) ...18 Connecting Your Microphone (MIC) ...19 Connecting a Pedal (FOOT PEDAL HOLD/CTRL 1/CTRL 2)...21...
  • Page 6 Selecting the Audio File Set ...70 Changing the Audio File Settings ...70 Adjusting the Volume of the Audio Key ...72 Types of Audio Files That the VP-770 Can Play ...73 Recording a Phrase...74 Playing Back the Recorded Phrase ...75 Overdubbing Phrases (Recording Another Layer) ...75 Erasing the Phrase ...76...
  • Page 7 Restoring the Backup Data (USER RESTORE) ...105 Format USB Memory ...106 Transmitting Registration Data to an External MIDI Device (UTILITY–BULK DUMP) ...107 Checking the VP-770’s Version (UTILITY–VERSION INFO) ...108 Screensaver Settings (UTILITY–SCREENSAVER )...109 Reset to Default Factory Settings (FACTORY RESET) ...110 Applications Using the Sound of an External Synthesizer (EXT IN) ...112...
  • Page 8 P l a y L i k e Y o u ’ r e S i n g i n g .

  • Page 9: The Ancestry Of The Vp

    VP-550, featuring Roland’s “Vocal Designer” human vocal modeling technology—a leap beyond vocoding. 2009 now sees the birth of the VP-770, bringing you a further evolution of Vocal Designer and cutting-edge SuperNATURAL technology. “Ultimate vocals for all musicians” – that’s the mission of the VP.

  • Page 10: Features Of The Vp-770

    In other words, the VP-770 lets you do it all; from beautiful choirs echoing in a cathedral, to funky gospel, to background choruses for pop and rock bands.

  • Page 11: An Overview Of The Vp-770

    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.

  • Page 12: About Vocal Designer

    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.

  • Page 13: Introducing The Sounds

    Introducing the Sounds VOCAL DESIGNER Sound Description CLASSIC Large choirs suitable for classical music. These are also a good choice for any choral sound—not just classical—and will match nearly any style of music. They have a clear sound, and are a good choice when you want the lyrics to be heard.
  • Page 14 BASS & PERCUSSION Sound Description BASS Bass sounds. PERC This provides a collection of voice percussion sounds. You can also select a bass sound by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [BASS] button, and then turning the value dial.

  • Page 15: Making Connections

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

  • Page 16: 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 When placing the VP-770 on the stand, be careful not to pinch your fi ngers between the instrument and the stand.

  • Page 17: Connect The Power Cord (Ac In)

    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...

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Amp Or Speakers (Output/Phones)

    Connecting Your Amp or Speakers 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 other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Microphone (Mic)

    Press the [F1] (OK) button. The [PHANTOM] button will light, and phantom power will be supplied. ✍ Immediately after powering up the VP-770, the phantom power supply will be off . ( MIC) (MIC) This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type jacks.
  • Page 20 If You’re Connecting Your Microphone to the EXT IN Jack 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”...

  • Page 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 notes to sustain or “hold”...

  • Page 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.

  • Page 23: Performing

    Pe r fo r m i n g 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!

  • Page 24: Turning On/Off The Power (Power On)

    Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume appropriately. While you play the keyboard to produce sound, adjust the volume of the VP-770 and of the audio equipment you’ve connected. If You Don’t Hear Sound, Check the Following •...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Display Contrast (Display Contrast)

    Adjusting the Display Contrast The characters in the display may be diffi cult to view immediately after turning on the VP-770’s power or after extended use. If this occurs, turn the rear panel [DISPLAY CONTRAST] knob to make the display legible.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Volume (Volume)

    Adjusting the 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 desired loudness when the [VOLUME] knob is between the 12 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions as shown.

  • Page 27: Performing With Vocal Designer (Vocal Designer)

    Performing with 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” ( Selecting a Sound Here’s how to select a Vocal Designer sound.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Microphone Input Level (Mic Level)

    Adjusting the Microphone Input 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. Adjust the [LEVEL] knob so that the yellow indicator lights at the peak of your vocalizing into the microphone.

  • Page 29: Performing With Vocal Designer

    • Use your voice to control the volume (expression) If You Don’t Hear Sound, Check the Following • Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, or headphones? • Is the VP-770’s volume raised? • Is one of the Vocal Designer sound buttons lit? •...

  • Page 30: Adding Your Unprocessed Voice (Direct)

    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. While doing so, choose one of the Vocal Designer sounds (we recommend GOSPEL, POP or BACKGROUND) and hold down the appropriate chord progressions on the keyboard while you sing.

  • Page 31: Switching Off The Microphone (Mic On/Off)

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

  • Page 32: Applying Eff Ects To The Microphone (Input Effect)

    Applying Eff ects to the Microphone You can apply eff ects to the microphone input. You can use three diff erent vocal eff ects as input eff ects. Eff ect NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor) EQ (3 Band Equalizer) COMP (Compressor) Press the [INPUT EFFECTS] button;...
  • Page 33 Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value. NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor) Parameter Value Attack 0–127 Release 0–127 Thres -60–-36 dB EQ (3 Band Equalizer) Parameter Value Hi Freq 2000–20000 Hz Hi Gain -15–+15 dB Mid Freq 50–20000 Hz Mid Gain -15–+15 dB...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Vocal Designer Tone (Vocal Designer Tone)

    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 clearer sound. Moving the slider downward will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.

  • Page 35: Raising Vocal Designer's Pitch By One Octave (8Va)

    Raising Vocal Designer’s Pitch by One Octave 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 will return to its original pitch.

  • Page 36: Using The Auto Harmony Function (Auto Harmony)

    Using the Auto Harmony Function 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 harmony will change according to the movement of the melody you sing.
  • Page 37 Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value. Parameter Value Description TYPE DUET, Switches the type of Auto Harmony. TRIO, TRIO-UPPER, The notation shown below is an example of a C-major scale. QUARTET, • The solid black notes indicate the pitch detected from the microphone (this note will not sound *1). MANHATTAN, •...

  • Page 38: Playing The Vocal Designer Using Only The Microphone (Auto Note)

    Playing the Vocal Designer Using Only the Mic rophone 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 vocalize into the microphone.

  • Page 39: Adding An Eff Ect When You Apply Pressure To The Keyboard (Aftertouch)

    Adding an Eff ect when You Apply Pressure to the Keyboard (AFTERTOUCH) You can add an eff ect to Vocal Designer by applying pressure (aftertouch) to the keyboard. For details, refer to “Adding an eff ect by applying pressure to the keyboard ➞...

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Release Of The Notes (Release)

    Adjusting the Release of the Notes 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 slider. ✍...

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Vibrato (Vibrato)

    Adjusting the 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. ✍...

  • Page 42: Performing With Ensemble (Ensemble)

    Performing with 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 select a sound.

  • Page 43: Performing With Ensemble

    By layering powerful strings or beautiful choir sounds together with Vocal Designer, your performance on the VP-770 can sound unbelievably rich. Vocal Designer will stop sounding when your voice is not being input from the microphone (such as when you take a breath), but the Ensemble part will sound as long as you are playing the keyboard (regardless of the microphone input).

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Ensemble Volume (Ensemble Level)

    Adjusting the Ensemble Volume 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 Ensemble part. You can use this slider to make adjustments when you want the Ensemble part to be louder (or softer) than the Vocal Designer or the direct output of the microphone (your voice).

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Ensemble Tone (Ensemble Tone)

    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 the slider downward will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Ensemble Attack (Attack)

    Adjusting the Ensemble 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 or slow attack. Move the [ATTACK] slider.

  • Page 47: Using The Microphone To Add Expression To The Ensemble (Voice Expression)

    For details, refer to “Using a microphone to control expression (VOICE EXPRESSION)” (p. 66). About the SuperNATURAL Brass Sounds (BRASS) The VP-770 uses SuperNATURAL technology to bring you high-quality brass sounds. Various performance expressions distinctive to brass instruments that were diffi cult to play from a keyboard can now be reproduced without special operations, and expressively played with realistic tone.

  • Page 48: Performing With Bass & Percussion (Bass & Percussion)

    Performing with 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 play the melody.

  • Page 49: Performing With Bass & Percussion

    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 dedicated range of keys.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Ambience (Ambience)

    Adjusting the 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 the ambience types in this order: HALL 1 ➞...

  • Page 51: Using Controllers

    Using Co ntrollers his section explains keyboard settings and the various controllers provided on the VP-770.

  • Page 52: Shifting Octave Up Or Down (+Oct/-Oct)

    Shifting Octave Up or Down 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 keyboard will be shifted upward one octave. You can shift up to +3 octaves in this way.

  • Page 53: Shifting Up Or Down By Semitones (Transpose)

    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.

  • Page 54: Splitting The Keyboard Into Vocal Designer And Ensemble Zones (Split)

    Splitting the Keyboard Into Vocal Designer and Ensemble Zones 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. Please be aware that in the screen shots shown in this document, the registration names and tone names diff er from the factory settings.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Keyboard Sensitivity

    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 “Keyboard,”...

  • Page 56: Using The Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever (Pitch Bend)

    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, or toward the right to raise the pitch.
  • Page 57 Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value. ✍ Pitch bend settings can be made individually for each part. In the screen, Voc indicates the Vocal Designer setting, Ens indicates the Ensemble setting, and B&P indicates the Bass and Percussion setting. For some sounds, not all items can be set.

  • Page 58: Using The [S1]/[S2] Buttons (S1/S2)

    Using the [S1]/[S2] Buttons (S1/S2) You can apply various eff ects to the sound by pressing the [S1] /[S2] buttons. While playing the keyboard, press the [S1] or [S2] button. When you press a button, the display will indicate the parameter that’s being controlled by that button, and its value.
  • Page 59 When you’ve fi nished making settings, press the [EXIT] button. System Settings and Registrations The system parameters are a single set of settings that apply in common to the entire VP-770. They include settings such as those for the keyboard sensitivity, master tuning, and MIDI.

  • Page 60: Using The D Beam (D Beam)

    Using the 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.
  • Page 61 D beam will be given the assignments stored in the registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM). 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).

  • Page 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 sustain or “hold”...
  • Page 63 (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM). Specifi es the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal. Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.

  • Page 64: Adding An Eff Ect By Applying Pressure To The Keyboard (Aftertouch)

    Adding an Eff ect by Applying Pressure to the Keyboard ( AFTERTOUCH) You can add an eff ect to Vocal Designer by applying pressure (aftertouch) to the keyboard. When you press the [AFTERTOUCH] button, the button will light and the aftertouch function will be turned on for Vocal Designer. Making Aftertouch Settings Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AFTERTOUCH] button.
  • Page 65 When you select a diff erent registration, this setting specifi es whether the aftertouch will be given the assignments stored in the registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM). Specifi es the aftertouch eff ect. Applies modulation.

  • Page 66: Using A Microphone To Control Expression (Voice Expression)

    Using a Microphone to Control 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 off the sound but- tons of the Vocal Designer part and the Bass &...

  • Page 67: Using Audio Files

    Us i n g Au d i o Fi l e s 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.

  • Page 68: Performing With Audio Files (Audio Key)

    Assign a diff erent audio song to each key, and use the keyboard to switch songs so you can perform to the accompaniment of an audio song. For details on the format of the audio fi les, refer to “Audio Files that can be Played by the VP-770” (p. 73). Performing with Audio Files from USB Memory Here’s how you can perform while playing audio fi les saved on USB memory (sold separately).
  • Page 69 The Audio Key function will be activated, allowing you to play audio fi les by pressing a key. Playback Mode List Indication Description 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. One-shot Wait When you press the key, the audio fi le will play only once.

  • Page 70: Selecting The Audio File Set

    As described in “Selecting the Audio File Set” (on the preceding page), load the audio fi le set that you want to edit. The audio fi le set will be loaded into the VP-770. ✍ If the USB memory does not contain an audio fi le set that was created using “Audio Key Utility...
  • Page 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 shown.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Volume Of The Audio Key

    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.

  • Page 73: Types Of Audio Files That The Vp-770 Can Play

    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 ” 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 Extension “.mp3”...

  • Page 74: Recording Loop Phrases (Sound Looper)

    Recording Loop Phrases 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 use this looping function to easily audition your output.

  • Page 75: Playing Back The Recorded Phrase

    Parameter Value 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 Tempo 25.0–300.0 Length (depends on the tempo) Level 0–127 Gain 0–+12 [dB] Auto Trig Level 1–10 Metro Mode PLAY-ONLY REC-ONLY PLAY&REC ALWAYS Metro Level...

  • Page 76: Erasing The Phrase

    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.

  • Page 77: Storing Sounds And Settings (Registration)

    Storing S ounds and S ettings (Registration) ounds and panel settings can be stored as one of thirty-two “registrations” for instant recall using the eight buttons.

  • Page 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, Ensemble, and Bass & Percussion parts, a registration also saves the state of the panel and various other settings.

  • Page 79: Selecting The Registration Bank

    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 selected bank number (one of [1]–[4]) will light green, and the buttons of the bank numbers that can be selected will blink green. Select the desired bank by pressing a button from [1] through [4].

  • Page 80: Initializing A Registration

    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 registration. Press a [REGISTRATION] button to select the registration that you want to initialize (p.

  • Page 81: Saving A Registration (Registration Write)

    Saving a Registration 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 previously been saved to the save destination will be overwritten and lost.

  • Page 82: Editing A Registration

    Editing a Registration Here’s the basic procedure for editing a registration. Press a [REGISTRATION] button to select the registration that you want to edit (p. 78). Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor, and then press the [F1] (EDIT) button. ✍...

  • Page 83: Registration Parameters

    Registration Parameters 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 Split...
  • Page 84 REGIST PEDAL Parameter Hold Part P1 Asgn P2 Asgn P1 Sw Asgn P2 Sw Asgn P1 Part P2 Part REGIST S1/S2 Parameter Sw1 Assign Sw2 Assign Sw1 Mode Sw2 Mode Value Description Specifi es the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal. VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
  • Page 85 REGIST D BEAM Parameter Value DB1 Select FIX, ASGN DB2 Select DB3 Select DB1 Asgn DB2 Asgn DB3 Asgn DYN1 DYN2 FILTER PIZZ/STAC FALL/TREM UNI/STK DOIT PORT PITCH DB1 Range Lo 0–127 DB2 Range Lo DB3 Range Lo DB1 Range Hi 0–127 DB2 Range Hi DB3 Range Hi...

  • Page 86: Vocal Designer Edit

    VOCAL DESIGNER EDIT Here you can make settings for the Vocal Designer part. Parameter Input Source Level Dry Send Ambience Send Coarse Tune Fine Tune Octave Tone Attack Release Vibrato Rate Vibrato Depth Vibrato Delay Bend Range Bend Type Bend Mode Value Description Selects the modulator (p.
  • Page 87 Parameter Value Hold Mode NORMAL LEGATO Hold Type CARR FORM BOTH Portamento ON, OFF Portamento Time 0–127 ON, OFF Auto Harmony Sw ON, OFF Harmony Type DUET, TRIO, TRIO-UPPER, QUARTET, MANHATTAN, JAZZ-OPEN Auto Note Sw ON, OFF Description All notes will be sustained if you press the Hold pedal and play the keyboard. If you play with the Hold pedal held down, the previous note will disappear the instant you play the next note, producing a legato performance.

  • Page 88: Ensemble Edit

    Parameter At Note Mode At Note Key Note Priority ENSEMBLE EDIT Here you can make settings for the Ensemble part. Parameter Level Dry Send Ambience Send Coarse Tune Fine Tune Octave Tone Attack Release Vibrato Rate Vibrato Depth Vibrato Delay Bend Range Value Description...
  • Page 89 (GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR, JAZZ SCAT tone only) *1 For the BRASS SECTION and STRING SECTION sounds, refer to the separate “VP-770 Sound List. ” Description The pitch bend lever will operate in the conventional way (movement of the lever will produce smooth changes in pitch).
  • Page 90 Each instrument will automatically be assigned to a note you play. Units of instruments automatically assigned to a note you play are called a group. Example: If you play two notes *1 For the names of the BRASS SECTION sounds, refer to the separate “VP-770 Sound List. ”...
  • Page 91 SOLO BRASS, STRING SECTION, SOLO STRINGS tone only) *1 For the BRASS SECTION and STRING SECTION sounds, refer to the separate “VP-770 Sound List. ” Description All brass sounds of the brass section will be played by the same key (pitch).

  • Page 92: Bass & Perc Edit

    BASS & PERC EDIT Here you can make settings for the Bass and Percussion parts. ✍ To access this screen, hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [BASS] or [PERC] button. Parameter Level Dry Send Ambience Send Coarse Tune Fine Tune Octave Bend Range...

  • Page 93: Menu Reference

    [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.

  • Page 94: Basic Menu Operation (Menu)

    Basic Menu Operation 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.

  • Page 95: System Settings (System)

    System Settings 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.

  • Page 96: Saving The System Settings (System Write)

    Saving the System Settings 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.

  • Page 97: System Parameters

    MIDI messages being received, which causes each of the VP-770’s parts to sound every note twice. In this situation, you can turn the Local Sw setting OFF so that the performance data from the keyboard will not play the parts.

  • Page 98: System Sound

    Metro Mode Metro Level Value Description 415.3–466.2 (Hz) Adjusts the overall tuning of the VP-770. The display shows the frequency of the A4 note (center A). -24–+24 Shifts the overall pitch of the VP-770 in semitone steps. 0–127 Adjusts the volume of the entire VP-770.

  • Page 99: System Control

    (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM). Specifi es the Aftertouch sensitivity. Higher values will allow Aftertouch to be applied more easily. Normally you will leave this at “100. ”...

  • Page 100: System Pedal

    If your pedal has an eff ect opposite of what you expect, set this parameter to “REVERSE. ” If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity switch), set this parameter to “STANDARD. ”...
  • Page 101 [S1]/[S2] buttons will be given the assignments stored in the registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM). Specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons. The pizzicato or staccato sound will be heard (only for supported tones).

  • Page 102: Input Eff Ect Settings (Input Effects)

    Input Eff ect Settings 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) button.

  • Page 103: Backing Up To Usb Memory (Utility-Project)

    Backing Up to USB Memory 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 You can back up the following data to USB memory.
  • Page 104 Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Project (USB),” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button. The PROJECT screen will appear. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “User Backup,” then press the [F2] (EXECUTE) button. The confi rmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK) button to start backup.

  • Page 105: Restoring The Backup Data (User Restore)

    Restoring the Backup Data 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 the value dial to select “Utility,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

  • Page 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 the VP-770 be able to format it.) In this case, use your computer to format the USB memory using the “FAT”...

  • Page 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 OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector on an external sequencer (p.

  • Page 108: Checking The Vp-770'S Version (Utility-Version Info)

    Restoring Data That was Transmitted to an External MIDI Sequencer Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect your external MIDI sequencer’s MIDI OUT connector to the VP-770’s MIDI IN connector (p. 116). Switch OFF the “SysEx Protect” setting (p. 97).

  • Page 109: Screensaver Settings (Utility-Screensaver )

    Screensaver Settings 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 press the [F2] (ENTER) button. The UTILITY screen will appear. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Screensaver,”...

  • Page 110: Reset To Default Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

    This restores all data in the VP-770 to the factory-set condition (Factory Reset). If there is important registration data you’ve created that’s stored in the VP-770, all such registration data is discarded when a Factory Reset is performed. If you want to keep the existing data, save it on a USB memory (p.

  • Page 111: Applications

    Applications his chapter describes various setups in which you can use the VP-770.

  • Page 112: Using The Sound Of An External Synthesizer (Ext In)

    Using the Sound of an External Synthesizer 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.
  • Page 113 You can also connect a synthesizer that doesn’t have a keyboard (often called a “sound module”). In this case, connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of your sound module, and use the VP-770’s keyboard to play the sound module.

  • Page 114: Performing" Sound From Drums Or A Portable Music Player

    “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.

  • Page 115: Appendix

    Appendix ere you’ll fi nd information about connecting and using external MIDI equipment, about V-LINK, troubleshooting, and the main specifi cations.

  • Page 116: Connecting The Vp-770 With Midi Equipment

    Connecting a Synthesizer via MIDI Here’s how you can use the VP-770’s keyboard to play an external MIDI-connected synthesizer, for example to layer a piano with the VP-770’s vocal sounds.
  • Page 117 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 setup.

  • Page 118: Connection Examples

    Connection Examples As an example, we will use a setup in which the VP-770 is connected to the EDIROL P-10. Use a MIDI cable to connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of the EDIROL P-10.
  • Page 119 When V-LINK is on, this setting specifi es whether the far-left octave of keys will play sounds (ON) or not (OFF). This parameter is not saved in system memory. It will always be ON when the VP-770 starts up.

  • Page 120: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart Model: VP-770 Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note True Voice Number : Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend Control Change Program : True Number Change System Exclusive : Song Position...

  • Page 121: Main Specifications

    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, SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR, JAZZ SCAT Bass &...

  • Page 122: Troubleshooting

    The notes sound Sometimes when playing the keys in the upper part of strange in the the VP-770’s keyboard, the sound may stop, or the pitch upper registers of may stop rising; or with certain keys, there may be the keyboard.

  • Page 123: Error Messages

    Reduce the amount of MIDI messages that are being transmitted. Check that there is no problem with the MIDI cable connected to the VP-770’s MIDI IN, and that the MIDI cable was not disconnected. Make sure that USB memory is correctly connected.

  • Page 124: Index

    Index 3 Band Equalizer 33 8va 35, 87 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...
  • Page 125 63, 84, 100 HOLD PEDAL 62 Hold Pol 100 Hold Source 100 Hold Type 87 INPUT EFFECT 32 INPUT EFFECTS screen 32 Input Source 86 JAZZ-OPEN 37 JAZZ SCAT 42 Kbd Velo 99 Kbd Velo Curve 55, 99 Kbd Velo Sens 55, 99 KEY 38 Keyboard Sensitivity 55 KS-12 Stand 16...
  • Page 126 S1/S2 Buttons 58 S1/S2 SETTINGS screen 58 SAVE TO USB MEMORY 76 SCREENSAVER 109 Section Mode 90 Section Size 91 Sensitivity 55 Soft Through 97 SOUND LOOPER 74 Source 59 Speakers 18 Specifi cations 121 Speed 119 Split 54, 83 Split Point 83 STACCATO 91 Stand 16...

  • Page 127: Information

    Information...
  • Page 128 List of VP-770 Shortcut Keys Shortcut Screen V-LINK EDIT D BEAM 1/2/3 SETTINGS INPUT EFFECTS LOOPER SETUP AUDIO KEY LEVEL BASS & PERC EDIT REGISTRATION LIST VOCAL LIST AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS AUTO HARMONY AUTO NOTE ENSEMBLE LIST VOICE EXP SETTING OCTAVE SETTINGS...

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