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FX (Effects) Chapter 9 Parameters Guide
Chapter 9
MOD1, MOD2
With MOD1 and MOD2, you can select the effect to be used from the
following.
You can select the same effect for FX-1 and FX-2.
PHASER
By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the phaser
effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the sound.
MOD TYPE
MOD1
MOD2
Common
PHASER Phaser (p. 127)
FLANGR Flanger (p. 128)
TREML Tremolo (p. 128)
PAN Pan (p. 128)
T.WAH Touch Wah (p. 129)
AUTO WAH Auto Wah (p. 129)
OCTAVE Octave (p. 129)
PITCH SHIFT Pitch Shifter (p. 130)
HARMONIST Harmonist (p. 130)
PEDAL BEND Pedal Bend (p. 132)
2x2 CHORUS 2x2 Chorus (p. 132)
ROTARY Rotary (p. 133)
UNI-V Uni-V (p. 133)
VIB Vibrato (p. 133)
SLICER Slicer (p. 134)
HUMANIZER Humanizer (p. 134)
SLOW GEAR Slow Gear (p. 135)
DEFRET Defretter (p. 135)
FEEDBACKER Feedbacker (p. 135)
RING MOD Ring Modulator (p. 136)
ANTI FB Anti Feedback (p. 136)
ADV.COMP Advanced Compressor (p. 136)
LIMITR Limiter (p. 137)
SUB EQ Sub Equalizer (p. 137)
SUB DELAY Sub Delay (p. 138)
Parameter/
Range
Explanation
MOD1 SW, MOD2 SW (MODE Switch)
OFF, ON Turns the MOD-1 (MOD-2) effect on/off.
MOD 1 TYPE, MOD 2 TYPE (MODE Type)
see above Selects the effect to be used.
Parameter/
Range
Explanation
TYPE
Selects the number of stages that the phaser effect will use.
4STG This is a four-phase effect. A light phaser ef-
fect is obtained.
8STG This is an eight-phase effect. It is a popular
phaser effect.
12STG This is a twelve-phase effect. A deep phase
effect is obtained.
BI-PHS This is the phaser with two phase shift cir-
cuits connected in series.
RATE
0–100,
BPM –BPM
This sets the rate of the phaser effect.
When set to BPM, the value of each parameter will be set according
to the value of the BPM (p. 163) specified for each patch. This makes
it easier to achieve effect sound settings that match the tempo of the
song.
* If, due to the tempo, the time is longer than the range of allowable
settings, it is then synchronized to a period either 1/2 or 1/4 of that
time.
DEPTH
0–100
Determines the depth of the rotation effect.
MANUAL
0–100
Adjusts the center frequency of the rotation
effect.
RESO (Resonance)
0–100
Determines the amount of resonance (feed-
back).
Increasing the value will emphasize the ef-
fect, creating a more unusual sound.
STEP RATE
Off, 0–100,
BPM –BPM
This sets the cycle of the step function that
changes the rotation. When it is set to a
higher value, the change will be finer. Set
this to Off when not using the Step function.
When set to BPM, the value of each parameter will be set according
to the value of the BPM (p. 163) specified for each patch. This makes
it easier to achieve effect sound settings that match the tempo of the
song.
* If, due to the tempo, the time is longer than the range of allowable
settings, it is then synchronized to a period either 1/2 or 1/4 of that
time.
EFFECT LEVEL
0–100
Adjusts the volume of the phaser.
DIRECT LEVEL
0–100
Adjusts the volume of the direct sound.
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General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelVG-99
CategoryMusic Pedal
LanguageEnglish

Summary

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

General Safety Precautions

Read and observe important instructions for the prevention of fire, electric shock, or injury.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply Precautions

Instructions regarding the proper and safe use of the unit's power supply and AC adaptor.

Main Features

Controllers and Connectivity

Description of D-Beam, ribbon controller, FC-300, MIDI, and V-LINK functions.

Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds

Divided Pickup Installation and Setup

Instructions for installing the GK-3 pickup and configuring GK settings.

Tuning the Guitar (TUNER)

Instructions for using the VG-99's built-in tuner for accurate guitar tuning.

Chapter 1 Outputting Sounds

Inputting Divided Pickup Settings (GK Settings)

Detailed steps for setting up the VG-99 based on the installed divided pickup.

Chapter 2 Creating Sounds

Sound Creation Overview

Introduction to COSM Guitars, Poly Effects, COSM Amps, Effects, and Mixer.

Setting Output Signal and Level

Configuring output signals and levels for various jacks and connectors.

Setting COSM Guitar Tones

Steps for selecting and adjusting COSM GUITAR modeling types.

Setting COSM Amp Tones

Steps for selecting and customizing COSM AMP types and parameters.

Chapter 2 Creating Sounds

Alternate Tuning Functions

Explanation of Alternate Tuning, including TUNING, BEND, and AB LINK settings.

Setting Effects Parameters

Instructions for configuring POLY FX and standard FX effect parameters.

Using Picking Dynamics for Mix Control

Controlling the mix between channels based on picking dynamics.

Setting Delay and Reverb

Configuring delay and reverb parameters for the mixer section.

Adjusting Overall Patch Tone

Modifying the overall tone using the Total EQ parameters.

Chapter 2 Creating Sounds

Saving Patches (WRITE)

Procedure for saving edited patch settings to memory.

Chapter 3 Creating Your Own Effect Types (CUSTOMIZE)

Customizing Preamp Settings

Detailed steps for customizing the preamp section of COSM AMP.

Customizing Speaker Settings

Steps for customizing the speaker simulation parameters.

Customizing Overdrive/Distortion

Detailed steps for customizing overdrive and distortion effects.

Chapter 3 Creating Your Own Effect Types (CUSTOMIZE)

Customizing Pedal Wah

Instructions for customizing the wah effect parameters.

Chapter 4 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM)

Divided Pickup Settings

Inputting and selecting GK settings for optimal divided pickup performance.

Adjusting Overall Tone with Global EQ

Using the four-band global equalizer to adjust overall tone.

Controlling Overall Reverb Level

Adjusting the global reverb level for performance venue acoustics.

Assigning GK Controller Functions

Assigning functions to GK Volume, S1, and S2 switches.

Controlling Overall Noise Suppressor

Setting the global threshold for the noise suppressor effect.

Adjusting Overall Tone Globally

Using Global settings to adjust overall tone without altering individual patches.

Assigning GK and Pedal Functions

Assigning functions to GK controls, switches, and external pedals.

Chapter 4 Global Device Settings (SYSTEM)

Selecting Divided Pickup Type

Choosing the correct GK pickup type (GK-3, GK-2A, PIEZO).

Adjusting String Sensitivity

Fine-tuning input sensitivity for each string of the divided pickup.

Controller Value Carry-over on Patch Change

Determining if controller values persist when patches are switched.

Setting SYSTEM Output Signal and Level

Configuring system-wide output signals and levels for all jacks.

Chapter 5 Using the VG-99 in Combination with an FC-300

FC-300 Settings

Configuration for controlling the FC-300 via the VG-99.

Chapter 6 Using MIDI

Setting Transmit Program Change Map

Setting Program Change messages to transmit with individual patches.

MIDI Clock Synchronization from External Device

Synchronizing VG-99 timing to MIDI Clock from external devices.

Setting GUITAR TO MIDI Transmission Mode

Selecting MONO or POLY mode for MIDI message transmission.

Operating VG-99 via MIDI

Controlling the VG-99 using MIDI for patch changes and parameter adjustments.

Setting MIDI-Related Functions

Configuration of VG-99's MIDI-related functions.

Bulk Data Transfer

Using Exclusive messages for data transfer (bulk dump/load).

Guitar to MIDI for Synthesizer Modules

Converting guitar performance data to MIDI for use with synthesizers.

Setting GUITAR TO MIDI Patch Parameters

Adjusting patch-specific parameters for the GUITAR TO MIDI function.

Outputting Control Changes via Controllers

Assigning Control Change messages to panel knobs, pedals, and switches.

Controlling VG-99 from External MIDI

Using external MIDI devices to control VG-99 functions like patch switching.

Chapter 7 Using the VG-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB

Setting the Direct Monitor

Configuring the Direct Monitor function for headphone or line outputs.

Installing and Setting USB Driver

Prerequisites for USB functionality: installing the VG-99 USB driver.

Configuring Digital Audio Input/Output

Setting the digital audio signal routing for USB input and output.

Chapter 7 Using the VG-99 Connected to a Computer Via USB

Recording VG-99 Output to Computer

Setting the audio input port to record VG-99 output directly to a computer.

Adding Effects to Computer Audio Playback

Applying VG-99 effects to audio played from a computer.

Switching Driver Modes

Procedure for switching between STANDARD and ADVANCED driver modes.

Chapter 8 Other Functions

Real-time Tone Control with D Beam/Ribbon

Using D Beam and Ribbon controllers for real-time sound manipulation.

Assigning Parameters to Knobs (Direct Edit)

Assigning parameters to F1-F6 knobs for real-time control.

Assigning Functions to Controllers

Mapping functions to GK controls, pedals, and MIDI devices.

One-Touch Favorite Patch Recall

Assigning and recalling favorite patches using DIRECT PATCH buttons.

Chapter 8 Other Functions

Controlling Sounds with Ribbon Controller Movement

Using finger movement on the ribbon controller to change sounds.

Changing Pitch with Tremolo Arm (T-ARM)

Using D Beam or Ribbon Controller's PITCH function to simulate a tremolo arm.

Managing Patches

Procedures for copying and exchanging patches between different locations.

Saving Changed Tones

Methods for saving tone settings to patches or Favorite Settings.

Activating Virtual Expression Pedal (Internal Pedal System)

Using internal pedal functions (Internal Pedal, Wave Pedal) for parameter control.

Controlling Video Images with Guitar (V-LINK)

Using guitar performance to control video playback via V-LINK.

Controlling Sounds with D Beam

Using hand motion or guitar neck over D Beam to change sounds.

Holding Sounds with Freeze Effect

Using the FREEZE effect to hold sounds indefinitely.

Storing Favorite Settings

Saving preferred effect processor settings as Favorite Settings.

Chapter 8 Other Functions

Restoring Factory Settings

Procedure for restoring the VG-99 to its original factory condition.

Chapter 9 Parameters Guide

COSM GUITAR Parameters

Detailed descriptions of COSM GUITAR parameters.

COSM AMP Overview

Introduction to COSM AMP characteristics, speaker sizes, and cabinet shapes.

Chapter 9 Parameters Guide

Acoustic Guitar Models

Parameters for various acoustic guitar COSM models.

Alternate Tuning Functions

Detailed explanation of Alternate Tuning functions: TUNING, BEND, 12-STRING, DETUNE, HARMONY.

Pedal Bend Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Pedal Bend effect, controlling pitch and pedal position.

Limiter Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Limiter effect, controlling attack, threshold, and ratio.

Chapter 9 Parameters Guide

Electric Guitar Models

Parameters for various electric guitar COSM models.

Synthesizer Parameters

Parameters for various synthesizer COSM models (GR-300, etc.).

Poly Compressor Effect

Parameters for the Poly Compressor effect, including sustain and attack.

Compressor Effect Parameters

Detailed parameters for the Compressor effect (COMP).

Wah Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Wah effect, including type, Q, range, and presence.

Equalizer Effect Parameters

Adjusting tone using the parametric EQ for low-middle and high-middle ranges.

Chorus Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Chorus effect, including rate, depth, and modes.

Pitch Shift Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Pitch Shift effect, including voice, mode, and pitch.

Foot Volume Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Foot Volume effect, controlling level and volume curve.

Various COSM AMP Model Types

Detailed parameters for JC CLEAN, TW CLEAN, CRUNCH, COMBO, BG LEAD, and other amps.

Custom Amp Parameters

Detailed parameters for custom amp settings, including gain and EQ.

Bass Amp Vintage Parameters

Parameters for the Bass Amp Vintage simulation.

Bass Amp Modern Parameters

Parameters for the Bass Amp Modern simulation.

Poly Distortion Effect

Parameters for the Poly Distortion effect, including mode and drive.

Overdrive/Distortion Effect Parameters

Parameters for Overdrive/Distortion effects (OD/DS).

Delay Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Delay effect, including type, time, and feedback.

Reverb Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Reverb effect, including type, time, and density.

Phaser Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Phaser effect, controlling type, rate, depth, and resonance.

Harmonist Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Harmonist effect, including key, voice, and harmony.

Noise Suppressor Parameters

Parameters for the Noise Suppressor effect, controlling threshold and release.

Using Hold Delay Effect

Instructions for using the Hold Delay function for recording and layering sounds.

Feedbacker Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Feedbacker effect, enabling feedback playing techniques.

Advanced Compressor Effect Parameters

Parameters for the Advanced Compressor effect, controlling sustain and attack.

Chapter 9 Parameter Guide

Mixer Parameters

Mixing signals for Channel A and Channel B, including MIX SW and PAN.

Global EQ Settings

Adjusting the overall tone using the Global EQ for Main and Sub outputs.

Transmit Program Change Map Settings

Setting the sequence of Program Change messages output upon patch changes.

Receive Program Change Map Settings

Selecting fixed or free correspondence between received program numbers and patches.

Total EQ Parameters

Adjusting the mixed signal tone with a four-band parametric EQ.

Chapter 9 Parameter Guide

Output Settings

Determining which signals are output at each output jack and their levels.

Dynamic Mixing Parameters

Using picking dynamics to control channel mix and balance.

Master Control Assignment

Assigning functions to controllers like GK, pedals, and MIDI devices.

GK Settings Configuration

Setting up GK connection type, functions, and mode.

Chapter 9 Parameter Guide

Delay and Reverb Parameters

Applying delay and reverb effects jointly to Channel A and Channel B.

Guitar to MIDI Function Overview

Introduction to the GUITAR TO MIDI function for converting guitar data to MIDI.

Chapter 9 Parameter Guide

Factory Reset Procedure

Restoring the VG-99 to its original factory condition.

Chapter 10 Appendices

Chapter 10 Appendices

VG-99 Specifications

Technical specifications for the VG-99 V-Guitar System.

Chapter 10 Appendices

Troubleshooting Further Issues

Addressing additional troubleshooting scenarios for stereo effects and parameter control.

Troubleshooting Other Problems

Resolving issues with saving settings, patch switching, MIDI communication, and controller assignment.

VG-99 Software System Requirements

System requirements for using the VG-99 Editor and Librarian software.

Chapter 10 Appendices

Error Messages

List of potential error messages and instructions for resolution.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common problems and solutions for VG-99 operation.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues

Steps to resolve problems related to no sound or low volume.

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