Roland V-Synth Synthesizer 61-key version 2 VC2 EXTRAS! PRO AUDIO pack- keyboardStand, Microphone, Vocoder Start Price USD 1,350.00 Current Price USD 1,350.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 1,890.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, September 02, 2008 End Time Tuesday, September 09, 2008 Location Lehi, UT See more about 'Roland V-Synth Synthesizer 61-key version 2 VC2 EXTRAS!' Description This keyboard has been the best addition to my studio when I bought it a couple of years ago. The keyboard is in excellent condition, still looks brand new with few minor blemishes. Everything works perfectly and I have spent hundreds of hours playing and creating music with this as my main instrument. It has been an amazing keyboard with amazing capabilities. You really don't need anything else as you can do almost anything with the Roland V-Synth with the VC-1 and VC-2 cards. Check out the reviews for yourself.Unfortunately, I'm selling all of my music equipment. Since my son's birth March '07 I just have not made the time to spend on my music and I have decided to make my studio into our second baby's room (coming next year). I have taken very good care of all of my equipment and it has been used in a non-smoking studio that has been kept very cool.  The original price on this was around $2400 when I purchased it in the summer of 2006.  I will email the support and download page so you can learn how to update and also find software out there for the V-Synth including the 2.0 patch. I have already updated to version 2.The Winning bidder will receive an extra set of 1/4" cables, plus the KEYBOARD STAND shown in picture and the VC-2:VOCAL DESIGNER CARD (Vocoder). An extra $550+ with purchase. ***IF you use "BUY IT NOW" to purchase this keyboard you will also receive: The M-AUDIO MIDI CONTROLLER KEYBOARD (shown in picture) and an AKG STUDIO MICROPHONE (shown in picture). SO YOU WILL GET THE ROLAND V-SYNTH KEYBOARD, THE KEYBOARD STAND, THE VC-2:VOCAL DESIGNER CARD (VOCODER) PLUS THE M-AUDIO MIDI CONTROLLER KEYBOARD AND THE AKG STUDIO MICROPHONE (including all cables). (APPROX $900 additional). If you have any questions please contact me: naz.nine@gmail.com***BT - Trance Artist He’s known around the world the “Father of Trance,” but Brian Transeau (BT) is no one-trick pony. Whether he’s mixing electronics with orchestral scores (for films such as The Fast and the Furious and Stealth), collaborating with mega-stars like Sting, or creating epic remixes for Sarah McLachlan, Tori Amos, Madonna, or Seal, BT consistently balances creative and memorable songwriting, sonic innovation, and the latest technology for a cutting-edge, yet organic sound. One of the newest instruments added to BT’s studio and live setup is the Roland V-Synth, which BT describes as one of “the most exciting and overlooked technologies in the last couple of years. It’s exciting because it does things that no other synth does, and it’s overlooked because people tend to judge synthesizers by their preset sounds, like its piano, etc., and they underestimate the V-Synth’s potential. The V-Synth’s core technology and application is amazing for both stage and studio.” When BT took delivery of his V-Synth, the first question he asked was, “How do I erase everything?” Building custom sounds from square one is the way he prefers to work with his synthesizers. “When we first got the machine, we threw in AIF and WAV files, and started manipulating them with the synthesis engine. Loading waveforms into the V-Synth from computer is really seamless and easy to do. Interesting things happen when you start combining the V-Synth’s technologies — PCM, analog modeling, and external input — in several ways: mixing them, frequency-modulating them, envelope ring-modulating them, etc. There's a plethora of sound design possibilities with the V-Synth. “External input is a killer thing when using the V-Synth with streaming audio,” he continues. “It’s great for sound designing as well, because you don't have to spend hundreds of hours writing code to get esoteric effects. It's just a killer tool to do stuff like this. And having the D Beam and TimeTrip pad opens up new areas of expression. The HOLD button allows the parameter value to stay where you last touched, so you can tap the pad like a drum pad and play rhythmic things for interesting effects. You can grab a loop and freeze it real time, and then pass it through the Resonator. There are good timestretching in plug-ins on the market these days, but with the V-Synth you can do real-time live manipulation, and that's what an instrument should be. An instrument shouldn’t impose its will on us — we should impose our will on it! “The V-Synth is a killer synthesizer,” BT concludes. “Working on the film [Stealth], I dug under the hood like crazy. It's magic.”DESCRIPTION:Just a note: The only real difference between the V-synth and the new V-synth GT (which retails for $3500) is that the GT now includes the Vocoder (and extra memory) that was with the original V-Synth XT.  The VC-2 card/Vocoder is a great tool to play with but it is not worth the extra $1000-$1500 for the GT, in my opinion. The VC-2: Vocal Designer (V-card), will install in the back of the V-Synth and will accomplish the same thing. VC-2 Vocal Designer V-Card:Build a Virtual ChoirWhether you need one voice or an amazingly authentic choir, the VC-2 can deliver the quality vocal backing you need. The VC-2’s voice-processing modes allow the creation of realistic and expressive virtual vocals with words generated from your own voice. VC-2 is also equipped with Growl Modeling, which can turn the smoothest voice into audio sandpaper. The ultra high-resolution vocoder modeling imparts incredibly smooth synthetic backing that matches today’s cutting-edge dance music, while the legacy vocoder models can provide the perfect dose of retro “robot voice” charm.Hands-On/Hands-Off VocalsAs with traditional vocoders, the VC-2 processes incoming audio (either from your vocals or other live audio input sources) along with the notes you play on the keyboard to create a custom performance. In addition, there are two other input methods in which to “play” your virtual vocals. The VC-2’s Poly-Voice Keyboard mode allows vocal sounds to be played without audio input, or you can do the opposite with the VC-2’s voice-to-synth converter, which contains an advanced pitch-detection algorithm that enables the modeled vocal sound to follow the pitch of your voice in real time — no keyboard playing required.Main FunctionsTransform vocal input from a mic into high-quality choirs and human chorusesUse the keyboard to play chords and control the pitch in real timeTransform the character of your voice in real timePlay high-quality vocal choirs from your keyboardAlgorithmModeling ChoirModeling VocalModeling Analog VoiceVocoder ChoirVocoder SoloVocoder VintagePolyphonic Pitch ShifterKeyboard ChoirKeyboard VocalKeyboard Analog VoiceProcessor Type 1Processor Type 2EffectsMFX (Multi-effects): 41 setsChorus: 8 setsReverb: 14 setsAssisted performance functionsAuto Note Switch (usable without playing the keyboard)Multi-Chord Memory FunctionInternal (User) MemoryPatches: 448AppearancePC CARD (68 pins, Type II) V-Synth: Synthesizer Unreal Sounds. Amazing Control. Features The Roland V-Synth opens up a world of new sounds full of life and motion. Imagine a synth that combines multiple oscillator technologies with realtime control of a waveform's pitch, time and formant. Now add user sampling to create entirely new waveforms, powerful COSM filtering, a killer arpeggiator and a host of realtime controllers including the revolutionary TimeTrip Pad. That's the Roland V-Synth: a distinctive new instrument set to inspire those passionate about sound. Flagship 61-note synthesizer with multiple oscillator technologies, user sampling and new COSM filtering for incredibly dynamic new soundsNew variable oscillators based on analog modeling, user samples and over 300 PCM waveforms with up to 24-voice polyphony*Independently manipulate the pitch, time and formant of sampled waveforms using VariPhrase technology - a world's first in a synthesizer!Revolutionary TimeTrip Pad allows realtime manipulation of waveformsIntuitive touchscreen interface with over 20 knobs and sliders, plus Twin D BeamsPowerful COSM processing including filter modeling, resonator and Side Band Filter - plus global reverb, chorus and multi-effectsNew programmable arpeggiator provides additional rhythmic and timbral controlsUSB port for .WAV/AIFF file import, .WAV export and simplified MIDI connections2 stereo Line outputs, stereo Mic/Line input and S/PDIF digital I/O*Polyphony depends on CPU load. Unreal Sounds. Amazing Control. More Info Programming HeavenThe V-Synth is an instrument for those who like to program - and for those not satisfied with today's variety of synthesizers. V-Synth's variable oscillator with VariPhrase technology brings life to otherwise static waveforms. And it's not just the sound engine, but the way players can interact with it. From the luxurious feel of the 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with aftertouch to the interactive control only possible with physical knobs and sliders to the dynamic TimeTrip Pad, Twin D Beams and touchscreen, V-Synth lets you explore entirely new realms of sound never before possible. Variable Oscillators: The Heart of the V-SynthThe V-Synth's dual oscillators are unlike any previous oscillator design, with a choice of three different types:The PCM oscillator is powered by VariPhrase for complete sonic control. Choose from hundreds of preset waveforms or sample your own. Then use the "Time Trip" function to manipulate a waveform's time aspect in any way you wish. Slow it down to uncover rich moving harmonic content; speed it up to create high-speed tonal motion; freeze it at your favorite spot; or rewind it backward at any speed without changing pitch and formant, which can also be independently controlled. You've never heard sounds like these!Analog Modeling is the second oscillator type. Here you'll find nine traditional fat-sounding analog waveforms - strengthened by Roland's latest modeling technology to give them even more warmth and punch.The third oscillator type is External Audio Processing, which lets you process any signal arriving at the V-Synth's analog inputs. All oscillator types can be layered and mixed in several ways, or modulated using FM, ring mod and oscillator hard sync.Intuitive Programming and ControlThe V-Synth's sound engine can be configured in several different ways by choosing from preset Structure types - just like a semi-modular synth! Front-panel Structure buttons make it easy to dive in, while a host of knobs, sliders and buttons give you direct access to vital sound parameters. Even the most detailed editing can be performed quickly using the large touchscreen, which even responds to dragging motions - great for setting envelope curves!The real magic begins when interacting with the V-Synth's knobs and controllers. With the TimeTrip Pad, you can scan a waveform forward and backward using your fingertip. Imagine adding expressive articulation to a lead vocal sample! Or use the Twin D Beams to modify a range of controllers using infrared light beams. The V-Synth's arpeggiator can even modulate sound parameters. Nothing else provides this type of interaction and creative control.COSM Processing and EffectsIn lieu of a basic multi-mode filter, the V-Synth offers two dedicated COSM modeling processors for shaping sounds. So in addition to having access to analog-style filters, you can also plug into new types of processors like polyphonic guitar amp modeling, a Wave Shaper, Resonator (polyphonic waveform processing through a modeled resonation body) and a unique Side Band Filter capable of pulling out the sharper, metallic content of sounds. Of course, there are also global effects including a dedicated reverb processor with ten reverb types, a chorus processor with eight types, and a killer multi-effects processor with 41 distinct algorithms. With tools like these, sounds can be molded however you like.USB ConnectivityWith its flexible I/O and USB port, the V-Synth provides endless possibilities for serious sound designers. Use the analog or digital inputs to sample your own waveforms to be used in the variable oscillator. You can even exchange .WAV and AIFF files via the built-in USB port, which also works for MIDI. Resampling is also possible, allowing users to capture any performance with the TimeTrip Pad, D Beam or arpeggiator - or even effected sounds - as an entirely new waveform. All Preset Patches are fully re-writeable, giving users plenty of space for their own creations, which can also be saved via USB to a computer or to an optional PC card. And by purchasing readily available PC card adapters, other media such as CompactFlash, SmartMedia and MicroDrives can be used.V-LINK Onboard Video ControlV-LINK is another new approach to creative expression, allowing playback and even performance of video clips with music created on the V-Synth; all you need is the Roland DV-7PR Digital Video Workstation (sold separately). Use V-LINK to trigger different video clips with V-Synth's keyboard while using the bender to change playback speed. Using the TimeTrip Pad, you can scan a clip forwards or backwards with your finger, or change colors using the Twin D Beams. Explore new dimensions in sound and video with V-Synth! V-SYNTH SPECIFICATIONS:V-Synth (Version 2.0 and later)Keyboard61 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch)Sound GeneratorSound Generator ConfigurationOscillator (envelope x 4 + LFO x 1) x 2Modulator x 1COSM (envelope x 2 + LFO x 1) x 2TVA (envelope x 1 + LFO x 1) x 1Methods by Which Oscillators Produce SoundPCM/Variphrase (Preset waveforms + Sampling waveforms),Analog Modeling (14 waves: SAW, SQUARE, TRIANGLE, SINE, RAMP, JUNO, HQ-SAW, HQ-SQUARE, NOISE, LA-SAW, LA-SQUARE, SUPER-SAW, FEEDBACK-OSC, X-MOD-OSC),External InputModulator4 types (RING, FM, ENV-RING, OSC-SYNC) + MIXCOSM16 types (OD/DS, W-SHAPE, AMP, SPEAKER, RESONATOR, SBF1, SBF2, COMB, DUAL, TVF, DYN-TVF, COMP, LIMITER, F-SHIFT, LO-FI, TB-FILTER)Zones (Splits)16Parts16 (normally)12 (when using a rhythm kit)Maximum Polyphony24 voices (Varies depending on the load placed on the sound generator.Internal MemoryProject: 1Patches: 512Waves: 999Wave memory (RAM): 50 MB (When the unit ships from the factory, 32 MB of this is taken up by the preset waves.)External Storage DevicePC CARD slot (Microdrive, SmartMedia or CompactFlash can be used with PC card adaptor.)EffectsMFX (Multi-effects): 41 setsChorus: 8 setsReverb: 10 setsSystem EQ4 bandsSampling FrequencyInternal: 44.1 kHzDigital Audio IN/OUT: 96, 48, 44.1 kHzSignal ProcessingInternal processingSound generating section: 32 bits (floating point)Effects section: 24 bits (fixed point)DA Conversion24 bitsAD Conversion24 bitsNominal Output LevelMAIN OUT: +4 dBuDIRECT OUT: +4 dBuNominal Input LevelINPUT (LINE): -20 dBuINPUT (MIC): -46 dBuArpeggiatorPatternsUser programmable (supports use of control change messages)Motifs8 typesTempo20 to 250 BPMMulti Step ModulatorTracks4Steps16Tempo20 to 250 BPMOthersDisplayGraphic 320 x 240 dot backlit LCD with touchscreenControllersPitch Bend / Modulation LeverTime Trip PadD Beam Controller (Twin beam)Assignable Control Knobs (C1, C2)ConnectorsHeadphones JackMain Output Jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4 inch phone type)Direct Output Jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type)Input Jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type) (Equipped with line/mic gain switch)Hold Pedal JackControl Pedal Jacks (1, 2) (assignable)MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)USB Connector (supports file transfer and USB MIDI)Digital Audio Interface (24-bit, IEC60958)COAXIAL (IN, OUT)OPTICAL (IN, OUT)AC InletPower SupplyAC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz)Power Consumption16 WAccessoriesOwner's ManualSound ListCD-ROM (USB Driver, Librarian)PC CARD ProtectorPower CordOptionsAdd-on application software (V-Card)VC-1: D-50 L/A SynthesizerVC-2: Vocal DesignerKeyboard Stand: KS-12Pedal Switch: DP-2/6/8Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5UExpression Pedal: EV-5, BOSS FV-300LSize and WeightWidth1,056 mm41-5/8 inchesDepth398 mm15-11/16 inchesHeight111 mm4-3/8 inchesWeight13.1 kg28 lbs. 15 oz.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________VERIFIED PAYPAL USERS ONLY WITH A CONFIRMED ADDRESS.PAYMENT: Once bidding has ended and payment has been made a confirmation email will follow within 24 hours and Item will be shipped within 48 hours.Shipping to United States only. Include shipping in your final purchase price. The shipping price will be used for shipping whether it pays for ground or 3 day or overnight. I will package the keyboard myself and will make sure that it is properly packaged and I will also insure it for the original retail value of $2400.If you do not understand any of the details please contact me for questions PRIOR to bidding.Paypal or contact email: naz.nine@gmail.com Place a Bid!