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ROLAND VK88 Details
Overview
The VK-88 Combo Organ is the ultimate instrument for players who crave the most
authentic organ sound and feel. This gorgeous double-manual instrument
incorporates Roland's advanced "Virtual ToneWheel" organ sound with COSM Amp
and Rotary Speaker Modeling - plus waterfall keyboards that play just like a
classic organ. A D Beam with multi-colored LED gives players enhanced realtime
control, while two additional harmonic bars and Active Expression let players
blend in other instrument tones.
Features
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Flagship combo organ with two 61-note
manuals and Virtual ToneWheel technology
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Dual waterfall keyboards with
quick-firing keys - great for playing glissandos
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Includes Orchestral Tones like piano,
strings, brass and outstanding choir sounds
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9 harmonic bars per manual
(upper/lower), two harmonic bars for pedal part, plus two harmonic bars for
Orchestral Tones
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4 types of COSM Amp Modeling including
overdriven sounds
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Rotary speaker modeling simulates a
well-known rotary speaker
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Active Expression lets players fade in
an Orchestral Tone via expression pedal
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D Beam controller with multi-colored
LED and templates for easy realtime control
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Onboard reverb, vibrato and chorus
effects
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Authentic solid wood cabinet
Details
Authentic In Every Way
Even the most sophisticated organ aficionado will revel in the beautifully
designed VK-88. Its gorgeous wooden cabinet captures the look of a classic,
while the traditional panel layout - with nine harmonic bars per manual
(upper/lower), two harmonic bars for the pedal part, and two additional
harmonic bars for Orchestral Tones - gives players intuitive control of the
organ sound. Dual waterfall keyboards with quick-firing keys make it possible
to play using traditional organ techniques like glissandos.
Advanced Virtual ToneWheel Sound
The VK-88's organ sounds are based on the same advanced Virtual ToneWheel sound
engine used in the acclaimed VK-8 Combo Organ. Players can choose from four
authentic tone wheel types - Vintage 1, Vintage 2, Solid and Clean - and then
further adjust the sound using the harmonic bars. The VK-88 even lets players
adjust the leakage level and click sound - just like the organs of yesteryear!
COSM Amp and Rotary Speaker Modeling
In addition to its ability to accurately model the sound of a vintage rotary
speaker, the VK-88 sports four types of COSM amp models. Now you can get any
organ tone imaginable - from the clean sound of a gospel organ to the gritty
sound of a rock organ (courtesy of the newly developed COSM Amp Type IV, which
features an incredible gain stage for down-right killer distortion).
Built for Performers
Take your performance to the next level with the light-sensing D Beam
controller. Using an infrared beam of light with an LED that changes color
depending on the proximity of your hand, you can control a variety of preset
options like rotary speed (Slow/Fast). And with Active Expression, players can
slowly fade in one of the VK-88's Orchestral Tones using an optional EV-7
Expression Pedal. These additional tones offer new possibilities for organ
performance, while 64 User registrations make for quick and easy recall.
ROLAND VK88 Documentation
Click here for manual (pdf)
ROLAND VK88 Specs
Keyboard Upper: 61 keys (Waterfall with velocity and after touch),
Lower: 61 keys (Waterfall with velocity)
Sound Generator Organ: Virtual ToneWheel,
Orchestral Tones: PCM
Part Organ: 3 parts (Upper, Lower, Pedal),
Orchestral Tones: 3 parts (Upper, Lower, Pedal)
Maximum Polyphony Organ: Full Polyphony,
Orchestral Tones: 128 Voices
Organ
Tone Wheel Tone Wheel(VINTAGE1, VINTAGE2, SOLID, CLEAN), Leakage Level, Key Click Level
Vibrato and Chorus V-1, V-2, V-3, C-1, C-2, C-3
Percussion SECOND, THIRD, SOFT, SLOW
AMP simulator AMP Type (Type I, Type II, Type III, Type IV), Overdrive, Tone
Reverb Reverb type(Room, Hall, CHURCH, SPRING), Reverb Level
D BEAM CRESCENDO, ROTARY SPEED, RING MODULATOR, TONE WHEEL BRAKE, SPRING SHOCK
Orchestral Tones
Tone Upper: STRINGS, LARGE CHOIR, GOSPEL CHOIR, SYNTH PAD, BRASS, WOOD WIND, JAZZ SCAT, ACCORDION
Lower: PIANO, E.PIANO 1, E.PIANO 2, CLAVI, VIBES, HARPSICHORD, A.BASS, E.BASS
Pedal: PIANO, E.PIANO 1, E.PIANO 2, CLAVI, VIBES, HARPSICHORD, A.BASS, E.BASS
Effect Chorus, Reverb
Internal Memory Registration memory: 64 (User Memory)
Connectors INPUT Jacks(L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type,
MIX OUTPUT Jacks(L, R): XLR 3-32 type,
MIX OUTPUT Jacks(L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch TRS phone type,
ORGAN OUTPUT Jacks(L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch TRS phone type,
ORCHESTRAL TONES OUTPUT Jacks(L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch TRS phone type,
PHONES Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type,
EXPRESSION PEDAL Jack,
HOLD PEDAL Jack,
CONTROL PEDAL 1 Jack, CONTROL PEDAL 2 Jack
MIDI Connectors (IN, PEDAL IN, OUT),
PK IN Connector,
ROTARY TONE CABINET Connector,
AC Inlet
Power AC 117 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V
Power Consumption 55 W
Finish Top Panel: Simulated Walnut, Side Panel: Natural Wood Walnut Finish
Accessories Owner's Manual, Edit Mode Quick Reference, Music Rest, Rear Cover, Screw Set, Cord Clamp, PK Cable, Power Cord
Options Stand: KS-88, Bench: BNC-88, Pedal: PK-25(25-Key Pedalboard)/PK-7(20-Key Pedalboard)/PK-5A(Dynamic MIDI Pedal), Expression Pedal: EV-7, Damper Pedal: DP-8/DP-2, KC-Series Amplifier: KC-1000/KC-550/KC-350/KC-150/KC-60, Others: RKS-88(External Speaker Rack Kit)
Size and Weight
Width 1,184 mm 46-5/8 inches
Depth 590 mm 23-1/4 inches
Height 1,130 mm 44-1/2 inches
Weight 62.0 kg 136 lbs. 11 oz.
Including the music rest and organ stand(KS-88), Weight: VK-88(39 kg/86 lbs.), KS-88(23 kg/50 lbs./12 oz.), BNC-88(20 kg/44 lbs. 2 oz.), RKS-88(9 kg/ 19 lbs.14 oz.)
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.
ROLAND VK88
RATING:
| Sound Quality |
10 | |
| Features |
10 | |
| Ease Of Use |
10 | |
| Value |
10 | |
| Reliability |
10 | |
| Overall |
10 | |
It is the real thing. Most musicians only think about their spending too much on this organ. Every penny I spent on it was worth it. It looks and sounds like something out of this world. Send my review to Roland Corporation . They are the best! VK-88 is the grandmother of all organs ever!
-shrewd CAESAR_BALCAZAR@HOTMAIL.COM
-Bronx,New York, 07/27/04
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