Using The Voice Transformer - Roland VXpanded VS-880 Application Manual

Using the Voice Transformer

The Voice Transformer algorithm can be used to change the sound of a recorded track. For
example, you can transform the pitch of a male vocal to a female, harmonize a track, or create a
wacky cartoon character from a voice over track. Using only the Formant parameter, it can be used
to fatten a vocal or bass track. The algorithm allows the user to edit the effect in real time using the
first 5 faders of the VS-880 mixer.
ACTION: Use the Voice Transformer to Affect a Vocal
Track
1. Connect a microphone to Input 1.
2. Hold SHIFT and press EFFECT-1 [CH EDIT button 7].
3. Press CH EDIT button 1 and use the TIME/VALUE dial to select "Insert."
4. Press the channel 1 STATUS button until it is set to source (orange). You should be
able to hear the mic input.
5. Press EFFECT (under EDIT CONDITION) until "EFFECT-1 PRM?" is displayed.
6. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to select "B07=Voice Trans."
7. Press YES/ENTER.
8. Press PARAMETER>> until "FE:FaderEdit" is displayed and use the TIME/VALUE
dial to select "On."
9. Speak into the microphone and use faders [1]-[5] to alter the sound of your voice.
The following shows the effect of the various faders:
Fader 1
Fader 2
Fader 3
Fader 4
Fader 5
Controls the 'Robot' (monotone) effect.
Controls the pitch.
Controls the formant.
Controls the balance between effect and dry signal.
Controls the reverb level.
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