Roland VS-880EX Bedienungshandbuch

This Application Guide provides step-by-step procedures and important information about day-to-day use of theVS-880EX in actual applications.®ÂØÒňήA

10VS-880EX Application GuideOverdubbing may consist of many musicians adding new tracks to the recording simultaneously or maybeit will be a single vo

100 VS-880EX Application GuideIf you ever need to recover your song from DAT (reload the song onto the hard disk from the DAT tape),use the following

101Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsThis guide described the use of scenes for mixdown in an earlier section. You can also add dynamicautomation for act

102 VS-880EX Application GuideAutomated Mixing Within the VS-880EX (3 methods)It is also possible to add dynamic automation for actual fader and other

103Chapter 6: Mixdown Applications(Automated Mixing Within the VS-880EX (3 methods), Continued)ACTION: Automated Mixing using GradationThe VS-880EX pr

104 VS-880EX Application GuideA tempo map provides location and timing information about the bars and beats of your song. It describesthe tempo of eac

105Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsThe VS-880EX provides a separate Sync track for recording the tempo map from an external sequencer.This tempo map ca

106 VS-880EX Application Guide(Generating a Sync Track & Tempo Map from Markers (Tap Tempo), Continued)Creating a Sync Track from marker points:1.

107Chapter 6: Mixdown Applications(Generating a Sync Track from Start & End Times, Continued)8. Press the right [PARAMETER>>] button until “

108 VS-880EX Application GuideIf you have the VS-CDR (optional), you can create an audio CD of your music directly from theVS-880EX. You can then add

109Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsWriting One Song to CDThe combination of the VS-880EX and the VS-CDR (optional) allows you to create your own audioC

11Chapter 1: Important InformationTAPE: Total time per each track = 30 minutesTRUE RANDOM ACCESS DISK RECORDING: Total time per track is variableTrack

110 VS-880EX Application GuideThe VS-880EX allows you to create a single VS-880EX song that contains multiple tracks for theCD, adjust the timing betw

111Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsSince hard disk drives are mechanical devices, they are more subject to failure than any other partof your VS-880EX.

112 VS-880EX Application GuideYou can load songs stored on a CD-R disc with the CD Backup function back into the VS-880EX’sinternal hard drive by usin

113Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsTips & FeaturesThe following section contains some tips and suggestions that should increase your spee

VS-880EX Application Guide114Vari-Speed Functions in Scrub Mode• You can use Vari-Speed while operating in the Scrub Preview mode to alter the pitch o

115Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsAdditional Equalizers in the Built-In EffectsThe VS-880EX’s built-in effects processors not only contain m

VS-880EX Application Guide116Sync multiple VS-880EX’s togetherMultiple VS-880EXs can be synchronized using a MIDI cable. The transport controls from t

117Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsVS-880EX with a Digital SamplerBecause the VS-880EX has digital inputs, it is a natural companion for a di

VS-880EX Application Guide118Sync VS-880EX to Analog Tape RecorderThe VS-880EX can work together with your analog recorder.SYNC:You can use SMPTE Time

119Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsSync VS-880EX to ADATSYNC:You can synchronize the VS-880EX with an ADAT system by using MIDI Time Code and

12VS-880EX Application GuideSummary of VS-880EXTerminologyYou might want to review the following summary ofspecific VS-880EX terminology. Even though

VS-880EX Application Guide120Sync VS-880EX to DA-88SYNC:You can synchronize the VS-880EX with an DA-88 system by using MIDI Time Code and/or MIDIMachi

121Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsSync VS-880EX with Computer SequencerThe VS-880EX is a natural partner for a sequencer. There are many way

VS-880EX Application Guide122Sync VS-880EX to Drum Machine or MIDISequencerThe VS-880EX can easily synchronize with your drum machine or sequencer usi

123Chapter 7: Advanced Applications and TipsSync VS-880EX to VideoYou can do video post production with the VS-880EX.SYNC:You can synchronize a video

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125Chapter 8: AppendixGlossary of GeneralAudio and RecordingTermsAmbienceThe distinctive acoustical characteristic of a givenconcert hall, recording s

VS-880EX Application Guide126CompingThe process of creating a single recording frommultiple takes. i.e.: In many cases a single vocalrecording on one

127Chapter 8: AppendixDecoderThe second part of a 2-part system which also has acomplementary encoder. Generally, the decoder of agiven system is not

VS-880EX Application Guide128EqualizerAn electronic device that will amplify (boost) and/orattenuate (cut) certain portions of the audiofrequency spec

129Chapter 8: AppendixFoldbackA term, usually on European mixers, usedinterchangeably with “cue” in recording work or“monitor send” in sound reinforce

13Chapter 1: Important InformationEQ MidMid frequency equalization boosts or lowers theperceived loudness of frequencies in the middle partof the hear

VS-880EX Application Guide130LinearHaving an output that varies in direct proportion tothe input. May refer to low distortion.Line InputAn input desig

131Chapter 8: AppendixMTC (MIDI Time Code)MIDI Time Code is a synchronization signal that isdigitally sent through MIDI for synchronization ofabsolute

VS-880EX Application Guide132Phantom PowerA method of remotely powering the preamplifier orimpedance converter which is built into manycondenser micro

133Chapter 8: Appendix(Continued)If the source or track is routed POST-Fader, then thefader will control the level to the Mix Output Bus.Generally, tr

VS-880EX Application Guide134SlateA voice or talkback signal which is applied to theoutput Buses of a mixing console so the engineer canidentify each

135Chapter 8: AppendixSynchronizerA device which “reads” a time code recorded on twoor more tape machines and synchronizes the units(via servo control

VS-880EX Application Guide136More About SCSISCSI is a high-speed data transmission bus that is often taken for granted thanks to its common use onpers

137Chapter 8: Appendix3. The LCD will display “SYS Select DRV=IDE:0” if your internal device is connected to theIDE bus.The VS-880EX allows you to cop

VS-880EX Application Guide138External terminators are usually rectangular boxes which can be attached to a separate 50 Pin Amphenolconnector on the re

139Chapter 8: AppendixSCSI Summary• Keep SCSI cables as short as possible.• Do not allow the total length of the SCSI chain to exceed 6 meters.• Use o

14VS-880EX Application GuideParameterA Parameter refers to some setting within the VS-880EX that you can modify (e.g., EQ frequency is aParameter, Aux

VS-880EX Application Guide140Erasing the Demo SongsThe VS-880EX contains demo songs for you to listen to and experiment with in order to become famili

141Chapter 8: AppendixUpdating the System SoftwareFrom time to time Roland will issue updates to the operating system for the VS-880EX. These updates

VS-880EX Application Guide142Updating the System Software (continued)Updating the VS-880EX From a Zip® DiskThe VS-880EX operating system can also be u

143Chapter 8: AppendixBlank Track SheetSCENELOCATORProjectArtist ClientDateSong NameInternal Removable Backing up toTrack SheetTracks V-Tracks12345678

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15Chapter 1: Important InformationSong EraseA command to erase a song and all its’ associatedrecordings from your hard disk.Song OptimizeA command to

16VS-880EX Application GuideVS-880EX Commonly Asked Questions•“I just want to record - what do I do?” (See Application Guide page 37.)•“How do I recor

17Chapter 1: Important Information•“When I try to recover songs from DAT, I lose all the data on my Internal drive.What am I doing wrong?” (See Appli

18VS-880EX Application Guide

19Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXUnderstanding Your VS-880EXThis chapter is extremely important. It will explain the necessary concepts you wi

20VS-880EX Application GuideImportant Concepts to UnderstandUnderstanding The MixerIn order to make best use of your VS-880EX, an understanding of the

21Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXDynamic Microphone Level -50 dBmCondenser Microphone Level -30 dBmHI FI Line Level -10 dBVProfessional Line Le

22VS-880EX Application GuideSometimes it is also helpful to think about the audio signal as an actual wire (patchcord) that you are holding in your ha

23Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXINPUT ModeWhen the [FADER/EDIT] button is lit orange, the [CH EDIT] and [STATUS] buttons are used to route the

24VS-880EX Application GuideRemember, each mixer (INPUT Mode, TRACK Mode, and RETURN Mode) retains its own settingswhen you switch to the other (using

25Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXVirtual TracksThe VS-880EX contains 8 primary recording tracks. In other words, the VS-880EX is capable of pla

26VS-880EX Application GuideThink of each of the eight primary recording tracks in the VS-880EX as a stack oftracks that is eight layers deep. Each Vi

27Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXA quick way to assign the Now Time to an edit point is to hold the [TRACK] button (under EDITCONDITION) and pr

28VS-880EX Application GuideUsing Waveforms To EditThe VS-880EX Scrub feature makes it very easy to find your edit points because you can see a visual

29Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXFor example, let’s assume that you set Fader # 1 to a physical front panel position of -8 dB while usingINPUT

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30VS-880EX Application GuideImportant Navigational Rules & Skills to Master[PLAY (DISPLAY)] Button Use the [PLAY (DISPLAY)] button (directly below

31Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXFor example, you would use the [PARAMETER] buttons to move through the different screen displaysused during th

32VS-880EX Application GuideAbout the scenesThe demo songs contain scenes. Each scene contains a different selection of Virtual tracks and theappropri

33Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXFOOTSWITCH A momentary switch (e.g., Roland DP-2, DP-6, FS-5U) can be connected to the footswitch jack to

34VS-880EX Application GuideComments On VS-880EX ConnectionsThe VS-880EX uses balanced 1/4” phone jacks as input connectors. Your microphone may alre

35Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXNaming A SongWhen creating a new song it is a good idea to name that song. If you do not name the song, the VS

36VS-880EX Application GuideSave Your Song to Disk OftenSince the VS-880EX creates editing information in RAM (Random Access Memory) before it is save

37Chapter 2: Understanding Your VS-880EXSample SetupThe VS-880EX can be integrated into a large variety of studio environments. The diagram below depi

38VS-880EX Application Guide

39Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsChapter 3: Recording ApplicationsProbably the most common recording you will do is a single instrument or micropho

VS-880EX Application Guide4[YES] / [NO] Buttons ...

40VS-880EX Application GuideOnce a single musical track has been recorded, it is very helpful to place markers throughout the song to makeit easy to q

41Chapter 3: Recording Applications(Market Points, Continued)Clearing a Marker Point1. Locate the VS-880EX to the marker point you wish to clear, hold

42VS-880EX Application GuideIn order to control the volume of an audio signal being recorded into the VS-880EX, it is sometimesadvisable to use an ext

43Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsIf you are unfamiliar with virtual tracks in the VS-880EX, refer to page 23 of this guide for more details. Itis of

44VS-880EX Application Guide(Record 5 Guitar Tracks using Virtual Tracks, Continued)15. Use the [TIME/VALUE] dial to select Virtual Track 2. The top l

45Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsThere may be occasions where you want to just audition different effects on your instrument withoutactually recordi

46VS-880EX Application GuideThere are many times that you may want to record a track”dry,” (without any effects), but you might wantto listen to effec

47Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsSometimes you want to make an original recording into the VS-880EX with some type of effect added tothe track durin

48VS-880EX Application GuideRecord A Guitar On Tr. 1, Record The Effects On Tr. 2There are occasions when you might want to record your guitar ‘dry’ o

49Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsPunching In And Out - Manual (with Undo & Redo)Sometimes you just want to record over a section of your song or

Table of Contents5Chapter 5: Editing ApplicationsUse {Cut} To Shorten Your Song...

50VS-880EX Application Guide(Punching In And Out - Manual (with Undo & Redo), Continued)UNDO LEVEL allows you to choose how many previous actions

51Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsUse Auto-Punch For Punch In/OutThere are occasions when you want to punch in and out at very specific time location

52VS-880EX Application GuideLoop RecordingLoop record is very similar to Auto Punch (see Use Auto-Punch for Punch In/Out) in that you are able torehea

53Chapter 3: Recording Applications(Continued)(Loop Recording, Continued)8. Find the loop end point by using fast forward to locate a point after the

54VS-880EX Application GuideSync To A MIDI Sequencer Using MTC (MIDI Time Code)If your external MIDI sequencer is playing your music tracks from a sou

55Chapter 3: Recording Applications(Sync To A MIDI Sequencer Using MTC (MIDI Time Code), Continued)Slaving the VS-880EX (slave) to your sequencer (mas

56VS-880EX Application GuideSync To A MIDI Sequencer Using MIDI ClockMIDI Clock is a sync code that uses the tempo settings of your song to lock two d

57Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsMIDI Machine Control (MMC) is a set of commands that can be sent from your sequencer to control theVS-880’s Transpo

58VS-880EX Application Guide(Sync To An External Sequencer Using MMC, Continued)9. Using the [<<PARAMETER>>] buttons, scroll through the v

59Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsRecording From A Digital SourceRecording from a digital source into the VS-880EX is very similar to recording an an

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60VS-880EX Application GuideRecording Multiple Inputs To A Single Mono TrackWhat if you want to record multiple microphones to a single track of the V

61Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsRecording Multiple Inputs To 2 Tracks As A Stereo MixTo add depth and dimension to your background vocal recordings

62VS-880EX Application GuideRecord 4 Mics, Using Internal Compressor, To 1 TrackWhat if you want to record multiple microphones to a single track of t

63Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsUsing the Serial Insert PathThe serial insert FX path routing allow you to send the same mono channel thru both the

64VS-880EX Application GuideUsing the COSM Microphone SimulatorYou can record a vocal using an inexpensive dynamic mic such as the Roland DR-20 and th

65Chapter 3: Recording ApplicationsThe Voice Transformer algorithm can be used to change the sound of a recorded track. Forexample, you can transform

66VS-880EX Application GuideCreating a User Template With EZ RoutingThe EZ Routing function can be used to step you through the necessary settings for

67Chapter 3: Recording Applications(Creating a Template With EZ Routing - Continued)22. Press the [PARAMETER>>] button until “Change Routing?” i

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69Chapter 4: Overdub ApplicationsChapter 4: Overdub ApplicationsProbably the most common overdubbing situation is adding one new instrument at a time

Table of Contents7Purpose of this GuideThis Application Guide details many of the common concepts and procedures associated with recordingand editing

70VS-880EX Application GuideSometimes you will want to make a submix of existing tracks to free up tracks for more recording or to useone or two fader

71Chapter 4: Overdub ApplicationsWhen bouncing multiple recorded tracks down to a single mono or stereo track, you may want to addeffects during the b

72VS-880EX Application GuideSometimes a musician overdubbing a solo part wants to hear a blend of instruments in his or her monitorheadphones that is

73Chapter 4: Overdub ApplicationsThis function is known in recording studios as “vocal comps” or “comping vocals.” Let’s assume that youhave two lead

74VS-880EX Application GuideOnce you have recorded some material into the VS-880EX, moving, erasing or copying is not reallyaffecting the original rec

75Chapter 4: Overdub Applications(Continued)(Making A New Version of Your Song, Continued)18. Press [YES] to execute the copy function.Now you need to

76VS-880EX Application GuideThe VS-880EX contains 128 Virtual Tracks that can be used for recording and editing.These tracks are divided into two bank

77Chapter 5: Editing ApplicationsChapter 5: Editing ApplicationsBe sure you have read and understand the sections of the VS-880EX Owner’s Manual desc

78VS-880EX Application GuideAnother common editing function for the VS-880EX is the ERASE command. It is very similar to the CUTcommand, however, it d

79Chapter 5: Editing ApplicationsSometimes your song is too short and you would like to add 2 additional verses after verse # 2. TheINSERT command wil

VS-880EX Application Guide8Conventions Used In This ManualButtons•Actual front panel buttons are indicated in square brackets [ ].•Some buttons have

80VS-880EX Application GuideWhen you decide to make a new arrangement of your song, the MOVE command is very useful. Maybeyou decide that the second v

81Chapter 5: Editing Applications(Continued)(Use {Move} To Place Guitar Part in New Location, Continued)12. Press [LOC 1].13. Press the right [PARAMET

82VS-880EX Application GuideIf you have already used the MOVE command without designating a ‘FROM’ location, you noticed thatthe beginning of the sect

83Chapter 5: Editing Applications(Use {Move} To Place Guitar Part in New Location, Continued)9. Press the [STATUS] button that corresponds to the trac

84VS-880EX Application GuideA very important feature of random access recording is the ability to play the same recording over andover and over, witho

85Chapter 5: Editing Applications(Use {Copy} To Create A Drum LoopContinued)Copying twice to the same TrackAA'A"Start End To TimeCopying twi

86VS-880EX Application GuideWhat if you have a song with 3 chorus sections but you have the perfect background vocals recorded on Tr.6-1 for the first

87Chapter 5: Editing Applications(Use {Copy} To Re-Use A Vocal In Multiple Verses, Continued)20. Press the right [PARAMETER>>] button, “Copy Tim

88VS-880EX Application Guide

89Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsChapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsOnce you have your final tracks recorded and have chosen which virtual tracks you wis

9Chapter 1: Important InformationIntroduction to Multitrack RecordingIn order to maximize the usefulness of your VS-880EX, a basic understanding of th

90 VS-880EX Application GuideMixing your 8 VS-880EX tracks to stereo DAT digitally is exactly the same as recording to a stereo analogrecorder. With t

91Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsUsing the 2 effects processors built into the VS-880EX you can add additional creativity during themixdown process.

92 VS-880EX Application GuideThe channel [STATUS] buttons are very useful during mixdown.MUTEThe normal playback mode during mixdown is that all chann

93Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsThe VS-880EX allows you to recall mixer settings at the touch of a button using the Scene function.Essentially, the V

94 VS-880EX Application GuideThere are occasions when you have all 8 tracks recorded and you would like to add just one moreinstrument or vocal to you

95Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsLet’s assume that you want to do your final mixdown of a song using your favorite external reverb device.Sometimes bo

96 VS-880EX Application GuideWhat do you do if you want to add a different reverb sound to each individual track of the VS-880EXusing only the 2 inter

97Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsThe {TRACK EXCHANGE} command allows you to move track data to another Track or V.Track (e.g. 1-2,7-3, 5-6). This will

98 VS-880EX Application GuideOn some occasions you might already have a really good mix set up in your VS-880EX, but you find thatyou would like to ad

99Chapter 6: Mixdown ApplicationsSince hard disk drives are mechanical devices, they are more subject to failure than any other part of yourVS-880EX.