Specifications

A Milestone in Guitar Modeling and Performance Technology
● Dual modeling engines allow guitar and amp models to
be dynamically switched, layered and combined.
● New COSM electric, acoustic and even bass guitar
models, and new synth waves such as the famous
GR-300.
● Guitar to MIDI converter for direct connection to
keyboards, sound modules, soft synths, computers,
and other MID compatible devices.
● Supports USB audio and MIDI for easy digital recording
and sequencing.
● Dual GT-Pro-class effects processor enables unequalled
flexible tone creation.
● Advanced performance controls, including D BEAM,
V-LINK, and Ribbon Controller take guitar performance
to a whole new level.
● Simple and intuitive knob based interface and new
design support live performance.
● Graphical Editor software included to support
sophisticated sound making.
● Versatile I/O including USB, S/PDIF, XLR provide pro
connections for virtually every type of music production
and performance on stage to professional studio
recording
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Multi Modeling
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The VG-99 contains an incredible range of COSM-modeled guitars
and amplifiers including new electric, acoustic and bass guitar
models, a new GR-300 synth wave, and much more. It even
models two signal paths at once. Complete dual processing of guitar
modeling on the VG-99 allows you to play two different guitar
sounds simultaneously. For example, one virtual guitar could be a
Telecaster
®
in a vintage Tweed amp with full effects and the other
a nylon-string guitar with just a hint of reverb.
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Dynamic Control
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Both modeled guitar and amp paths can be active at the same time,
or they can be dynamically switched or blended. You can control
the switching behavior between virtual guitars and/or amps by foot
controllers, buttons/knobs on the unit, or according to your picking
dynamics. Imagine, for example, playing softly for an acoustic-guitar
sound, and transitioning to a full metal blast simply by picking more
aggressively. Furthermore, each modeled guitar can be separately
assigned to individual guitar-strings. For example, you could have a
12-string guitar on 1st to 4th string and Synth-bass for 5th and 6th.
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Alternate Tunings
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The VG-99 can produce custom tunings — anything the player
desires on any virtual guitar. A virtual Les Paul
®
, for example, could
be tuned down four or five steps for a heavy sound, while a nylon
string could be tuned as a 12-string, and also tuned down four or
five steps at the same time. Open and drop tunings are also
supported as well as user defined custom tunings and can be
applied to any COSM guitar, so the player can switch instantly
between tuning setups without physically switching guitars or
having to manually retune.
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Guitar Performance in Higher Dimension
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With its new performance based design, the VG-99 can be placed
within a player’s easy reach on stage by using an optional PDS-10
stand. This new style setup allows various new performance
possibilities such as D BEAM, Ribbon Controller and more. In
combination with the versatile new foot controller FC-300, the VG-99
takes your guitar performance on stage to a whole new dimension.
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Most Wanted
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You asked for it, now Roland delivers the most-requested new
features in the VG-99, including an onboard guitar-to-MIDI converter
for direct connection to keyboards, sound modules, soft synths,
etc. Audio output via USB or S/PDIF digital out, and optional RAD-99
rack mount adaptor further enhance your music production
environment. Built in stereo XLR and 1/4” outputs are ideal for live
stage performances and touring. The striking new on-screen
editor makes programming the VG-99 super easy and fun.
VG-99 Specifications
■ AD Conversion 24 bit + AF method ■ DA Conversion 24 bit ■ Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz ■ Program
Memories 400: 200 (User) + 200 (Preset) ■ Nominal Input Level GUITAR INPUT: -10 dBu ■ Input
Impedance GUITAR INPUT: 1 MΩ ■ Nominal Output Level MAIN OUT: -10 dBu, SUB OUT (XLR) : +4 dBu
■ Output Impedance MAIN OUT: 2 kΩ, SUB OUT (XLR): 600 Ω ■ Digital Output EIAJ CP1201, S/PDIF
■ Controls Top Panel: OUTPUT LEVEL knob, Function knobs x 6 (F1 to F6), BALANCE knob, PATCH LEVEL
knob, V-Link button, DIRECT PATCH buttons x 5 (1 to 5), CONTROL buttons x 2 (1, 2), COSM GUITAR
MODELING TYPE buttons x 2 (A, B), COSM GUITAR ALTERNATE TUNING button, POLY FX A/B buttons x 2
(A, B), FX buttons x 2 (A, B), COSM AMP buttons x 2 (A, B), MIXER buttons x 2 (A, B), DELAY/REVERB
button, DYNAMIC button, CHAIN button, CONTROL ASSIGN button, NAME/KEY/BPM button, Function
buttons x 6 (F1 to F6), EXIT button, WRITE button, PAGE buttons x 2 (Left, Right), GUITAR TO MIDI button,
SYSTEM button, GLOBAL button, TUNER button, CATEGORY button, PATCH/VALUE dial, Power switch,
D BEAM: D Beam Controller, PITCH button, FILTER button, ASSIGNABLE button, RIBBON CONTROLLER:
Ribbon Controller, PITCH button, FILTER button, ASSIGNABLE button ■ Rear Panel Ground Lift switch (SUB
OUT) ■ Display 240 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit) ■ Connectors Top Panel: GK IN connector, Rear
Panel: GUITAR INPUT jack, GUITAR OUTPUT jack, SUB OUT jacks (XLR) x 2 (R, L), MAIN OUT jacks x 2
(R, L/MONO), PHONES jack, DIGITAL OUT jack, EXP PEDAL jack, CTL 3,4 jack, USB connector, RRC2
connector, MIDI connectors x 2 (IN, OUT), DC IN jack ■ Power Supply AC Adaptor (PSB-1U) ■ Dimensions
384 (W) x 217.7 (D) x 92.9 (H) mm/ 15-1/8 (W) x 8-5/8 (D) x 3-11/16 (H) inches *EIA-5U rack mount type:
optional rack mount adaptor RAD-99 ■ Weight 2.0 kg/ 4 lbs 7 oz (excluding AC Adaptor) ■ Accessories
Owner's Manual, GK cable (3 m), USB cable, RRC2 cable, VG-99 Software CD-ROM, AC adaptor (PSB-1U),
Roland Service (information sheet) ■ Options Divided Pickup: GK-3, MIDI Foot Controller: FC-300,
Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-6 (BOSS), Expression Pedal: EV-5, FV-500L (BOSS), GK Cable: GKC-10, GKC-5,
GKC-3, Unit Selector: US-20, GK Parallel Box: GKP-4, Rack Mount Adaptor: RAD-99, Pad Stand: PDS-10,
Footswitch Cable: PCS-31
* 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms
* The specifications are subject to change without notice.
*Actual product appearance may be subject to change.
In the history of guitar modeling, no manufacturer has devoted more time, resources, and passion into this
market segment than Roland — from the world’s first guitar modeling processor, the legendary VG-8, to its
popular V-Guitar predecessors. Today, Roland proudly announces another milestone in guitar modeling and
performance technology: the VG-99. With three powerful new processors at its core, plus expressive
performance controls such as Ribbon Controller and D BEAM, this remarkable instrument raises the bar in
guitar-modeling and performance technology.
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■ Editor Software
GK-3
Divided Pickup
PDS-10
Pad Stand
FC-300
MIDI Foot Controller
■ Rear Panel
■ Options