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Tired of big, bulky, expensive keyboard rigs Meet the new V-Combo VR-700, a multi-function electronic keyboard that covers every base on stage. The V-Combo offers powerful real-time performance capabilities and a simple user interface. With a legendary Virtual Tone Wheel organ and dedicated harmonic bars onboard, plus a first-class array of essential ensemble sounds (grand piano, EP, strings, brass, synth leads, and more), the V-Combo stage keyboard moulds an entire rig into one convenient instrument for easy transport and fast setup. Backing-track functionality, built-in rhythms, great effects, and a comfortable waterfall-style keyboard round out the feature set, making this multifaceted keyboard a must for gigging musicians.
Virtual Tone Wheel Technology
Rolands acclaimed Virtual Wheel technology is central to the V-Combo
stage keyboard, complete with four wheel types, nine dedicated harmonic
bars, percussion settings, a new rotary-speaker simulator, and amp
simulators that reproduce the characteristics of speaker cabinets and
tube circuits. With five amp types onboard, and with adjustable gain,
you can transform your organ tone from warm and smooth to full-impact
overdrive.
Expressive Organ Performance
The 76-note, velocity-sensitive waterfall keyboard provides fast action
and comfort great for glissando and quick, repetitive strokes. The
dedicated harmonic bars let you modify the organ sound naturally in
real time, while the D Beam can be used for wheel brakes, ring
modulation, spring shock, pitch, filter, and volume. The pitch lever
can be used to change the speed of the rotary speaker. You can also
split the keyboard to simulate a two-manual setup, and add a pedal
board (Roland PK-25A or PK-7A, optional). The front-panel buttons
illuminate so you can easily see the controls on dark stages.
Supreme Grand Piano
In addition to its world-class organ emulation, the V-Combo stage
keyboard has a gorgeous grand piano onboard. Derived from Rolands
top-selling digital stage pianos, the V-Combos piano engine is based
on 88-key stereo multi-sampling, with every note captured at multiple
velocities in meticulous detail.
Essential Sounds
The V-Combo stage keyboard is packed with top-quality ensemble sounds,
such as vintage electric piano, harpsichord, clav, choir, strings,
brass, basses, and more. You can easily split and layer the ensemble
sounds with each other or with the organ section; a dedicated Ensemble
bar (conveniently coloured red) adjusts the volume of the ensemble
section so you can quickly mix between the ensemble and organ tones.
Favourite buttons are provided for instantly recalling your favourite
sounds onstage.
Backing Tracks
Generate an entire bands worth of sound from the V-Combos keyboard by
triggering backing tracks directly from USB memory key (accepts WAV,
AIFF, MP3, and SMF). The USB port can also be used to back up your
patch settings and Favourites externally, making it possible to carry
your V-Combo sounds and settings in your pocket.
Rhythm Patterns
For skill building and play-along fun, the V-Combo stage keyboard has a
built-in rhythm-pattern generator. There are 51 rhythm patterns onboard
that cover a variety of styles, including funk, rock, swing jazz,
Afro-Cuban, and Latin pop. Put a colourful new rhythmic twist on your
practice sessions as well as your performances.
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