Roland VGA-5 Owner's Manual page 9

Main Features
kinds of effects, which can be used simultaneously.
range, from powerful lows to a crisp high end.
COSM Amplifiers
@ The VGA-5 features eleven guitar amplifier sounds,
including not only familiar solid-state and tube amplifier
sounds, but also an acoustic amplifier sound that allows
you to perform with the sound of an acoustic guitar.
® Gain, volume, three-band equalizer, and presence
controls give you even more precise control over the
sound creation process. All of these functions are set so
they suit the unique characteristics of each amplifier type.
@ Built-in speaker modeling also takes into account cabinet
properties. While naturally reproducing the original
sound of legendary equipment, it is also possible to create
new sounds by changing the speaker configurations.
Effects
@ The VGA-5 features four built-in effects: EFX, delay,
chorus, and reverb. All of them can be used at the same
time. You can use the foot switch to turn each effect on
and off.
@ The EFX includes six effects, wah, tremolo, compressor,
slow gear, phaser, and flanger; you can select any one of
these to use at a time.
@® The delay time can be input by tapping a button. This
makes setting the delay time simple. Delay also has a
Hold function that allows you to repeatedly play back a
recorded phrase.
| COSM (composite Object Sound Modeling)
1 Technology that uses advanced methods to create a
| virtual reconstruction of actual physical objects, based
| on aspects such as their structure and constituent
: elements, is referred to as "modeling technology."
; COSM represents proprietary technology from Roland,
| which combines a number of sound modeling
i technologies, and takes them to a new level of sound
f creation.
Memory Function
You can store groups of settings in the VGA-5's memory, for
example for amplifier type, speaker type, and effect settings.
Switching the memory then allows you to instantly select just
the right settings for what you are playing.
Simple Operation
The VGA-5 provides simple button and knob controls, which
let you do everything from switching memory to creating
sounds, quickly and easily.
Superb Expandability
@ The VGA-5 is equipped with an external input jack which
allows connection of guitar synthesizers and other
devices. There is also a line out jack, convenient for
recording.
@ The VGA-5 is also equipped with foot switch jacks. These
let you use your foot to switch memory and turn effects
on and off. You can also connect an expression pedal to
control volume and wah.
@ A MIDIIN connector is also provided. You can control
the VGA-5 with an external MIDI device, using MIDI
messages to switch memory and perform other functions.