Roland VG-99 Virtual Guitar System £822
The third generation of Roland's Virtual Guitar system takes the practical use of modelling technology to new heights
The MusicRadar Team, Thu 10 Jan 2008, 1:53 pm UTC
Manufacturer's description
With three powerful new processors at its core, plus expressive performance controls such as Ribbon Controller and D BEAM, this remarkable instrument raises the bar in guitar-modeling and performance technology.
Dual modeling engines allow guitar and amp models to be dynamically switched, layered and combined.
New COSM electric, acoustic and even bass guitar models, and new synth waves such as the famous GR-300
Guitar to MIDI converter for direct connection to keyboards, sound modules, soft synths, computers, and other MID compatible devices.
Supports USB audio and MIDI for easy digital recording and sequencing.
Dual GT-Pro-class effects processor enables unequalled flexible tone creation.
Advanced performance controls, including D BEAM, V-LINK, and Ribbon Controller take guitar performance to a whole new level.
Simple and intuitive knob based interface and new design support live performance.
Graphical Editor software included to support sophisticated sound making.
Versatile I/O including USB, S/PDIF, XLR provide pro connections for virtually every type of music production and performance on stage to professional studio recording
The following VG-99 optional accessories are available:
FC-300: MIDI Foot Controller
RAD-99: Rack Mount Adaptor
User comments (1)
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Yes it's a lot of fun but, like other Roand gear, I defy anyone to duplicate th sonic feats of exuberance achieved by the comany's high;ly-trained professional demonstrators. If you're good at finding 'Easter eggs' (hidden goodies not covered in documentation or available without imaginative combinations of standard commands for those of you who don't know) in DVDs and computer games, they you can become a real adept with one of these and do things other people will spend hours looking for (andnot finding) in the instruction manual.
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Pros
Huge sound creation potential. Ability to instantly switch tunings. Smooth, glitch-free playability. Optional foot control.
Cons
GK Pickup not included.
The bottom line
The most powerful self-contained package available today for creating new guitar sounds.
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VG-99 Virtual Guitar System
- Price:
- £822
- Country of Origin:
- Japan
- Battery/Adaptor Type:
- AC Adaptor
- Chromatic Tuner:
- 1
- No of Amp Models:
- 15
- Type of Modelling:
- Multi Effects Processor
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