VP-550 49-Key Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard description:
For musicians who can’t accommodate a choir or group of background singers
for their gigs or recording sessions, Roland proudly presents the VP-550
Vocal Designer Keyboard. Much more than a traditional vocoder or harmonizer,
the VP-550 uses Roland’s breakthrough vocal-modeling technology
to bring the highest-quality, interactive vocal sounds to a dedicated instrument.
Connect a mic, select a sound, and play. You won’t believe what can come
out of this instrument: spectacular classical choirs, soulful gospel choirs,
pop and jazz voices, male & female ensembles, vintage vocoder, and lush
string/vocal hybrids.
The human voice is the most expressive musical instrument of all, so why not
use it as a tool to create ultra-realistic and expressive “virtual vocals”
with words generated from your own voice? Whether you need one voice, a full
choir, or surreal vocoder-like layers, the VP-550 can deliver the interactive,
expressive vocal backing you need. The VP-550 is also equipped with world-class
string sounds, which can be blended together with the vocal effects.
Not specific to one style of music, the Roland VP 550 can be used for
a wide variety of musical applications. It’s ideal for musicians who perform
alone or in small groups, for example, and who need an interactive, real-time
backing chorus. Or, film and TV music composers who are challenged with time
and budget can use the VP-550 to generate high-impact choral arrangements
on the spot. Churches in need of a choir (or choir enhancer) will love the VP-550.
The creative possibilities are vast, as are the time/money savings that this
instrument can provide.
The VP550 is also equipped with high-resolution vocoder modeling, which
can be used to generate surreal vocal effects — great for electronica,
pop, R&B, hip-hop, and the like. Inject a dose of “robot voice”
charm into your next recording without the hassle and expense of a separate
vocoder.
One look at the VP-550’s inviting front panel and you’ll
know that this instrument has “user friendly” written all over it.
There are no hidden menus or complicated key commands required. Every feature
has a dedicated button or slider that’s clearly labeled and easy to reach.
Performers will especially love how inviting and inspiring the VP-550
is to use onstage.
Roland VP 550 Features
- Generate expressive, interactive backing vocals in real time
- Vocal Designer types: Classical, Gospel, Pops, Male/Female, vocoder
- Ensemble types: mixed chorus, jazz scat, boy’s choir, humming, full
strings, slow strings
- Play Vocal Designer and Ensemble sounds simultaneously
- Exceptionally user-friendly operation
- Invisible D Beam infrared controller for high-impact performance
Roland VP-550 49-Key Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard (code 31510)
Uses Roland’s breakthrough vocal-modeling technology to bring the highest-quality, interactive vocal sounds to a dedicated instrument.
£729.99 (inc vat)