O w n e r’s Ma n u a l
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland VGA-7 V-Guitar
Amplifier.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (page 2)
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (page 3–4)
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (page 8–9)
These sections provide important information concerning the proper opera-
tion of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every
feature provided by your new unit, this manual should be read in its entirety.
The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Co n ve rsio n s Use d in Th is Ma n u a l
G Words enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicate panel buttons or knobs.
(Example)
[SYSTEM]:
[BASS]:
SYSTEM button
BASS knob
G (p. **) indicates a reference page.
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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the
written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
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USIN G THE UN IT SAFELY
The
symbol alerts the user to important instructions
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
The
symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
The G symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-
cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
001
009
•
Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
•
Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord,
nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can
damage the cord, producing severed elements and
short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock
hazards!
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002a
•
Do not open or perform any internal modifica-
tions on the unit.
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010
•
This unit, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be
capable of producing sound levels that could
cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for
a long period of time at a high volume level, or at
a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience
any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should
immediately stop using the unit, and consult an
audiologist.
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003
•
Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts
within it (except when this manual provides
specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer
all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.
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004
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011
•
Never use or store the unit in places that are:
•
Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft
drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating
duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or
are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);
or are
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013
•
In households with small children, an adult
should provide supervision until the child is
capable of following all the rules essential for the
safe operation of the unit.
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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014
•
Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
007
•
Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is
level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on
stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
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015
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008a
•
Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share
an outlet with an unreasonable number of other
devices. Be especially careful when using
•
The unit should be connected to a power supply
only of the type described in the operating instruc-
tions, or as marked on the unit.
extension cords—the total power used by all
devices you have connected to the extension
cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating
(watts/ amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive
loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat
up and eventually melt through.
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•
Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult
with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the "Information" page.
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101a
•
The unit should be located so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper venti-
lation.
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102a
•
Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply
cord when plugging into, or unplugging from an
outlet.
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104
•
Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the reach of children.
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105b
•
If the unit could become a hazard if it moves, all
caster wheels should be removed once the unit has
been placed at the place of installation, or has been
loaded onto a vehicle.
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106
•
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on
the unit.
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107a
•
Never handle the power cord or its plug with wet
hands when plugging into, or unplugging from,
an outlet.
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108a
•
Before moving the unit, disconnect the power
plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from
external devices.
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109a
•
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and
unplug the power cord from the outlet.
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110a
•
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning
in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out
of the outlet.
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Co n te n ts
Main Features ............................................6
Saving your modifications in a patch
IMPORTANT NOTES..................................8
Master Section .................................................... 34
About the SYNTH VOL knob
Making Connections ...............................13
Specify the pickup type
Specify the direction in which the
Specify the scale length
Set the length from the pickup
Adjusting the Pickup Sensitivity
Matching the phase of the divided pickup
with the FC-200 ....................................................... 44
Specify the function
Setting the Output Level
If You Think There Might Be a Problem
Setting the Tuner .....................................................20
Setting the output level
Tuning your guitar ..................................................21
About Patch .............................................22
Switching the Patches.............................................22
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Ma in Fe a tu re s
The VGA-7, a V-guitar amplifier with a GK input, affords a new dimension in sound-creation potential, through its
combination of COSM guitars, COSM amplifiers, and effects. Additionally, if offers a memory storage feature, and
stereo output (65 + 65 W).
The two-way speaker system provides 12-inch speakers and horn tweeters in a bass-reflex cabinet, producing richly
expressive sound over a broad range, from powerful lows to sparkling highs.
CO SM Gu ita r
Effe cts
G
The pitch and envelope data that the divided pickup
extracts from the guitar’s vibrations are used to create 26
types of realistic tones, ranging from standard electric
guitar to acoustic guitar, and on–to even completely new
dimensions in sound.
G
Four kinds of effects are offered onboard: EFX, delay,
chorus, and reverb. All four can be used simultaneously.
You can also use a foot switch to switch each effect on/
off.
G
G
As the EFX, one of the following six can be selected: wah,
slow gear, compressor, tremolo, phaser, or flanger.
G
G
You can switch pickups and pickup position as
appropriate for the type of guitar. For acoustic guitars,
you can select piezo pickup or mic’ed sound.
The delay supports tap input, making it easy to set the
delay time. The Delay Hold function lets you repeatedly
play back a recorded phrase.
The Tuning function (six-string independent) provided
by the VGA-7 allows you to play in open tunings or
Nashville tuning without changing the actual tuning of
your guitar. You can also switch instantly to 12-string
guitar tuning.
G
Chorus features the richly spacious air-mixed chorus
made famous by the Roland JC series.
Each individual string can also be tuned freely.
Me m o ry Sto ra g e Fe a tu re
G
Digital Capo function lets you use hitherto-impossible
“negative” fret settings.
A whole string of settings, calling for things such as a change
in guitar, in the tuning, in the amp, or a different choice of
effects can be stored as “patches” in memory. Then, during
performance, simply call up the patch, and you’ve instantly
selected just the settings you need.
CO SM Am p lifie r
G
G
G
In addition to classic, solid-state and vacuum tube units,
full-range amps ideal for acoustic instruments are also
provided, giving you a total of twenty different guitar
amp sound simulations.
In addition to eighty pre-programmed “preset” patches,
another eighty “user” patches can be programmed with your
own settings, for a total of 160 patches at your fingertips.
Gain/ volume/ 3-band equalizer/ presence controls let
you fine-tune your sound even more. All of these
functions are adjusted according to the unique
characteristics of each amp type.
Ea sy O p e ra tio n
Buttons and knobs are located for easy operation, making
everything from patch changes to sound editing quick and
intuitive.
Speaker Modeling function simulates the characteristics
of different cabinets. You can use simulations of classic
models of speaker cabinets, or combine speakers and
cabinets in new and creative ways.
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Ma in Fe a tu re s
G CO SM
Bro a d Ex p a n d a b ility
The new Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM)
advanced by Roland combines a number of sound modeling
technologies to create even newer sounds.
G
Stereo external input jacks are provided, allowing you to
mix the sound of the VGA-7 with an external sound
source, such as a guitar synthesizer. Stereo line out jacks
convenient for recording are also provided.
COSM is able to combine optimized sound models for
various objects to simulate anything from existing musical
instruments to sound-producing structures that could not
physically exist in the real world.
G
G
The foot control jack lets you use your feet to select
patches or turn effects on/ off. You can also connect an
expression pedal to control volume or wah.
MIDI connectors allow VGA-7 patch changes and other
operations to be controlled from an external MIDI
device. You can also transmit VGA-7 settings to an
external MIDI device to be saved.
CO SM GUITAR/ CO SM AMPLIFIER
COSM guitar/ COSM amplifier are modeling technologies
that can reproduce the sounds of any existing guitar. This
includes the following.
•
Electronic Modeling, which simulates all characteristics
which can be attributed to the use of vacuum tubes,
transistors, and all other electronic circuitry.
•
Magnetic Modeling, which simulates all the
characteristics which can be produced as a result of
using pickups, transformers, speakers, and other
electromagnetic parts.
G So u n d Mo d e lin g
Roland believes that the final evaluation of an electric
guitar’s sound should not be based only on sound output
from the guitar itself, but should also include the sound that
passes through the guitar amps, speakers, and other
equipment.
•
Physical Modeling, which simulates all the
characteristics that are produced as a result of the use of
certain types of materials to make a guitar, including the
kind of wood, metal parts, or finish that are used.
To achieve this, it’s necessary to simulate all the steps along
the way — from the moment a guitar string is plucked, until
the time the sound reaches the ears — thereby re-creating the
sound. Roland has made it possible to re-create these steps
with this latest sound modeling technology — in other
words, other means are used to make a virtual model of the
physical structures and materials that actually exist.
In addition, COSM guitar is able to produce completely new
sounds that never existed before. The numerous harmonics
contained in the sound from the vibrating strings (the sound
source) can be radically emphasized, added to, or removed,
in order to create totally new guitar sounds.
A guitarist conveys musical expression through string
vibration. Vibrating strings carry a great deal of information
about the dynamics of a performance, including that which
expresses the way in which strings have been pressed, the
location at which they’ve been picked, the position of the
pick, and the kind of vibrato that's been used. The V-Guitar
system uses the string vibration itself (which contains all of
this performance information) as the sound source, and can
create not only previously existing guitar sounds, but also
completely new sounds. One great advantage of this system
is that it preserves the playing dynamics of the guitarist, as
they are conveyed by the vibration of the string.
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IMPO RTAN T N O TES
291b
In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2
and 3–4, please read and observe the following:
Po w e r Su p p ly
301
Ma in te n a n ce
401a
•
Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any
device that will generate line noise (such as an electric
motor or variable lighting system).
•
For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe
the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
307
•
Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions
and/ or damage to speakers or other devices.
402
•
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/ or
deformation.
Pla ce m e n t
351
Re p a irs a n d Da ta
•
Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment
containing large power transformers) may induce hum.
To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this
unit; or move it farther away from the source of inter-
ference.
452
•
Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s
memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs.
Important data should always be backed up in another
MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper
(when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid
the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when
circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we
regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
352
•
This device may interfere with radio and television
reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such
receivers.
354a
•
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
Me m o ry Ba ck u p
501b
355
•
To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet
area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.
356
•
This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s
memory circuits while the main power is off. When this
battery becomes weak, the message shown below will
appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the
battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to
avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery
replaced, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
•
Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain
on the piano for long periods of time. Such objects can
discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.
357
•
Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower
vases) on the piano. Also, avoid the use of insecticides,
perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the
unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit
using a dry, soft cloth.
•
•
During operation, this device must be placed at a distance
of no less than 50 cm from any walls.
Do not allow objects to remain on top of the unit while it is
in operation.
Ad d itio n a l Pre ca u tio n s
• If you cover the heat-dissipation fins, their function is
defeated, and their temperature can rise to overly high
levels, which could cause burns if they are accidentally
touched.
551
•
Please be aware that the contents of memory can be
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the
improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against
the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that
you periodically save a backup copy of important data
you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI
device (e.g., a sequencer).
• Placing heavy objects on this unit may result in injury
if it overturns or falls.
552
•
Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the
contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory
once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no
liability concerning such loss of data.
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553
Atta ch in g a n d Re m o vin g th e
Ca ste rs
•
Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
554
Attaching all of the casters can make it easier to move the
•
Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
556
amplifier.
fig.casters
•
When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s
internal elements.
557
•
A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during
normal operation.
558a
•
To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use
headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about
those around you (especially when it is late at night).
559a
•
When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
•
This is a heavy device. To prevent injury caused by the
unit overturning or being dropped, use two or more
people to carry the unit whenever possible.
When using casters, take care not to allow fingers or other
parts of the hand or body to get pinched or injured.
561
•
Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5, FV-300L;
sold separately). By connecting any other expression
pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/ or damage to
the unit.
562
•
Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using
some other make of connection cable, please note the
following precautions.
Be sure to remove all casters when accidental movement may
be dangerous such as when setting up the VGA-7 on stage or
when transporting it in a vehicle.
• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use
cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this
unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level
to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For infor-
mation on cable specifications, contact the manufac-
turer of the cable.
If casters have been attached to the amp, make sure it is used
only on a stable, level surface.
•
To avoid injury, avoid placing hands at points indicated
by the arrows in the following figure.
•
When this device is in operation, the cooling fins located
on the rear panel will become hot. Take care not to touch
them with your hands.
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Ba sic O p ra tio n
* For details on each function, refer to p. 14 and following.
fig.01-1
Ma n u a l Bu tto n
By pressing the Manual button,
you can play using the sound of
the current knob settings, as on a
conventional guitar amplifier.
Po w e r Sw itch
Turns the power on/ off.
GK IN
IN PUT Ja ck s
Connect a conventional guitar.
Use the special cable to connect the
GK-2A-compatible guitar (or the
guitar in which the GK-2A is
installed).
You can use the functions of the
COSM amplifier and EFFECTS.
When the GK cable is connected or
disconnected, the indicators of the
COSM guitar section will blink.
You can use all functions of the
COSM guitar, COSM amplifier,
and EFFECTS.
Effe ct O n / O ff Bu tto n s
Switch the effects on/ off.
When on, the button indicator will light.
Fu n ctio n se le ct b u tto n s
Press a button to select the desired function.
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Ba sic O p ra tio n
VARIATIO N Fu n ctio n
In addition to the settings, there are several other choices of COSM guitar type and tuning, COSM amplifier and speaker, and
EFFECTS delay, chorus and reverb.
*
is printed top or under buttons (that the arrow in the picture below should indicate) for which variation settings (types) are
provided.
fig.01-2
The plate on the upper left of the cabinet provides a list of variations.
fig.02
4 . Once you’ve selected a variation number, press
Se le ctin g va ria tio n s
[VARIATION] again, extinguishing its indicator.
1 . Press the button that “
” is printed, then
The indicator of the currently selected type will light,
thus finalizing your selection of a variation.
preselect the variation setting to which you want to
change.
2 . Press [VARIATION/ EDIT], getting its indicator to light.
If you want to save the selected variation, carry out the Write
operation. (p. 24)
The indicator of the currently selected type will blink.
fig.107
2,4
2
3
* You can switch the variation setting to the one you want by
pressing [PARAMETER G/G].
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the variation
number.
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Ba sic O p ra tio n
fig.01-3
Sy ste m se ttin g
Allows settings for tuner, noise
suppressor, foot switch, expression
pedal, and MIDI to be made.
TUN ER Fu n ctio n
Allows you to tune your
guitar.
W RITE
Use this to store settings.
GK se ttin g
These settings are made for a guitar
on which the GK-2A is installed, or
for a GK-2A-compatible guitar that is
to be connected to GK IN.
PRO GRAM Fu n ctio n
The VGA-7 contains 80 preset patches and 80 user
patches.
Use [BANK G/ G] and [NUMBER G/ G] to select the
desired patch.
Pre p a ra tio n s fo r u sin g th e VGA-7
Atta ch in g th e GK-2 A to y o u r
g u ita r
Ab o u t th e GK-2 A se le ct sw itch
SYNTH:
Select this if you are using a GK-2A divided
pickup
First, attach the GK-2A divided pickup (sold separately) to
your guitar.
MIX:
When combining the GK-2A divided pickup
with the normal pickup of the guitar
To learn how, refer to the owner’s manual for the GK-2A.
GUITAR:
When using the normal pickup of the guitar
Th e GK-2 A ca n n o t b e u se d w ith th e fo llo w in g
ty p e s o f g u ita r.
(W h e n a tta ch e d to o n e o f th e se g u ita rs, th e
GK-2 A w ill n o t fu n ctio n co rre ctly .)
If you won’t be connecting the jack of the guitar to the
normal guitar input jack of the GK-2A, make sure to set the
GK-2A select switch to the SYNTH position.
•
Guitars with unconventional string structures, such as
twelve-string guitars or pedal steel guitars
If this is set to MIX or GUITAR, noise or hum may occur.
•
•
•
Guitars that use nylon or gut strings
Bass guitars
Ab o u t th e SYN TH VO L k n o b o f
th e GK-2 A
Other guitars that, for structural reasons, have no
location where the GK-2A divided pickup can be
attached correctly
This controls the volume of the COSM guitar.
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Ma k in g Co n n e ctio n s
You will need a guitar on which the GK-2A has been
installed, or a GK compatible guitar.
*
Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or BOSS FV-
300L; sold separately). By connecting any other expression
pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
The following equipment will add additional functionality to
your VGA-7 system.
* Use an FS-5U (momentary type) foot switch to change
program numbers.
•
•
MIDI Foot Controller (sold separately: Roland FC-200)
Expression Pedal (sold separately: Roland EV-5, BOSS
FV-300L)
After you have prepared your guitar — by installing the GK-
2A — connect your equipment as shown in the following
diagram.
•
Foot Switch (sold separately: BOSS FS-5U/ FS-5L)
* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power
on all devices before making any connections.
fig.03
External Sound Module
(Guitar synthesizer etc.)
Mixer
Stereo
Headphones
Guitar with
GK-2A
or
Conventional
Guitar
other GK-2A
compatible guitar
MIDI Sequencer etc.
Expression Pedal
(Roland EV-5,
BOSS FV-300L etc.)
MIDI Foot Controller
(FC-200 etc.)
Foot Switch (BOSS FS-5U/FS-5L etc.)
* When using the FS-5L, only effect on/off can be controlled. (p. 36)
Tu rn in g th e Po w e r O n a n d O ff
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to
your various devices in the order specified. By turning on
devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction
and/ or damage to speakers and other devices.
* When this device is in operation, the cooling fins located on the
rear panel will become hot. Take care not to touch them with
your hands.
*
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval
after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.
External devices (except for output devices) →VGA-7→
output devices
* Turn the volume down before you turn the power on or off.
Even if the volume is turned down, some extraneous sound
may be heard when turning the power on/off, but this is not a
malfunction.
* When the power is turned on, the last-selected patch number
or Manual mode (p. 24) will be selected.
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Ma k e se ttin g s fo r th e d ivid e d p ick u p
The sound quality of the VGA-7 is dramatically affected by how the divided pickup is installed. In order to minimize tonal
irregularity due to variations in installation, you must input the manner in which the divided pickup is installed (divided pickup
settings).
When playing the VGA-7, divided pickup settings are extremely important to the final sound quality.
You must be sure to set these parameters correctly.
Redo the settings when you change the guitar you are using.
G
To make settings for the divided pickup, press [GK],
getting the indicator to light, and then make the
necessary settings.
When you press [GK], the VGA-7 will be set as follows, so
that the sound will be most appropriate for the divided
pickup settings.
fig.04-1
* Although you will still be able to adjust the volume—using
either [VOLUME] on the COSM guitar or [MASTER]—all
other buttons and knobs on the panel will be disabled.
CO SM GUITAR
TYPE:
ST (Variation 1)
When you are finished, press [GK] once again,
extinguishing its indicator.
PICKUP:
TUNING:
CAPO:
C
NORMAL
Off
* Once you have made the correct settings, they will be saved
even when the power is turned off.
You do not need to redo these settings each time you play.
CO SM AMPLIFIER
TYPE:
CLEAN (Variation 1)
50
GAIN:
EQUALIZER
(BASS/ MIDDLE/ TREBLE): 50
PRESENCE:
SPEAKER:
50
ORIGINAL
EFFECTS
EFX:
Off
Off
Off
Off
DELAY:
CHORUS:
REVERB:
A list of divided pickup settings is provided on the plate located on the upper right of the cabinet.
fig.80
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Ma k e se ttin g s fo r th e d ivid e d p ick u p
Sp e cify th e p ick u p ty p e
(1 GK TYPE)
Sp e cify th e d ire ctio n in w h ich th e
p ick u p is a tta ch e d (2 DIRECTIO N )
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 GK-2A.”
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 NORMAL.”
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “1” is shown (blink) at
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “2” is shown (blink) at
the left side of the display.
the left of the display.
This selects “1 GK TYPE.”
This selects “2 DIRECTION.”
fig.04-2
fig.05
2
2
1
1
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the desired
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the direction in
pickup type.
which the divided pickup is installed.
The corresponding number will appear in the right of
the display.
The corresponding number will appear in the right of
the display.
* The example display shows that “1 GK-2A” has been selected.
* The example display shows that “1 NORMAL” has been
selected.
Display
Setting
Display
Setting
1
GK-2A: Make this setting if you are
using a GK-2A.
1
NORMAL:
In this direction, the cable
exits on the side of string 6.
2
3
GK-2:
Make this setting if you are
using a GK-2.
2
REVERSE: In this direction, the cable
exits on the side of string 1.
PIEZO:
Make this setting if you are
using a piezo divided pickup.
fig.86
NORMAL
* A piezo-type pickup uses a piezo-electric sensor attached to the
bridge of the guitar to detect the vibrations of the strings.
string 6
string 1
REVERSE
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Ma k e se ttin g s fo r th e d ivid e d p ick u p
Sp e cify th e sca le le n g th
(3 SCALE)
Se t th e le n g th fro m th e p ick u p
to th e b rid g e (4 PICKUP-BRIDGE)
* This setting is unnecessary if a piezo pickup has been selected.
* With the factory settings, this is set to “
.”
Use a ruler or tape measure to actually measure along each
string from the center of the divided pickup to the bridge.
Specify the result as the length in millimeters for each string.
fig.87
When playing the VGA-7, the scale length setting is
extremely important to the final sound quality.
You must be sure to set this parameter correctly.
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “3” is shown (blink) at
the left of the display.
This selects “3 SCALE.”
fig.06
string 6
string 1
Bridge
String
Pickup
* The factory settings are shown in the following.
String
1
2
3
4
5
6
Length (mm) 18
19
20
19
20
21
2
1
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “4” is shown (blink) at
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to set the scale length.
the left of the display.
In the display, select the scale length (the length from the
bridge to the nut) that is closest to your guitar.
This selects “4 PICKUP-BRIDGE.”
fig.07
Display
Setting
ST type guitars (648 mm)
LP type guitars (628 mm)
620 mm–660 mm
20–60
1
2 . Play any string on your guitar.
The string that you played will be detected
automatically, and the string number will be shown in
the display.
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Ma k e se ttin g s fo r th e d ivid e d p ick u p
Ad ju stin g th e Pick u p Se n sitivity
fo r Ea ch Strin g (5 SEN S)
You can press [STRING] to specify the string number
directly.
Adjust the pickup sensitivity for each string according to
how the GK-2A divided pickup was installed.
Each press of the button takes you to the next string
number, from string 1 through string 6.
(The string number is indicated by a dot.)
* With the factory settings, this is set to “65.”
If you play a string other than the one indicated by the
dot, the display switches to the number of the string that
was played.
Make sure to set the divided pickup select switch to the
“SYNTH” position.
3 . Use [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to specify the distance for
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “5” is shown (blink) at
the selected string number.
the left of the display.
This selects “5 SENS.”
fig.10
Display
Setting
10–30
10–30 mm
* The example display shows that the 6th string is at a distance
of 10 mm.
fig.08
1
2 . Play any string on your guitar.
The string you played will be detected automatically,
and the string number will appear in the display.
At the same time, the TUNER indicator will show the
level. The indicators will light from left to right,
corresponding to the strength with which you played the
string.
3
4 . Repeat steps 2–3 for each of the remaining strings.
* If you play the string too week or the pickup sensitivity is set
too low, the string number may not appear in the display.
fig.11-1
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Ma k e se ttin g s fo r th e d ivid e d p ick u p
Ma tch in g th e p h a se o f th e d ivid e d
p ick u p a n d th e g u ita r p ick u p
(6 PHASE)
You can press [STRING] to specify the string number
directly. Each press of the button takes you to the next
string number, from string 1 through string 6.
(The string number is indicated by a dot.)
Unless the phase of the divided pickup and the pickup of the
guitar are matched, they will partially cancel each other out
when they are mixed, adversely affecting the tone or volume.
If you play a string other than the one indicated by the
dot, the display switches to the number of the string that
was played.
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 NORMAL.”
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to adjust the sensitivity.
Play the guitar, using what is likely to be the most
forceful playing that you will use in actual performance.
At the same time, adjust the value until the green
indicator in the center is lighted. Then, adjust further
until you get it to the highest value possible without
causing the indicator to the right of that to light.
Make sure to set the divided pickup select switch to the
“MIX” position.
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “6” is shown (blink) at
the left of the display.
This selects “6 PHASE.”
Higher values will increase the sensitivity.
fig.12
* The example display shows that the sensitivity for the 6th
string is set at 10.
Display
Setting
0–99
0–99
fig.11-2
2
1
2 . While playing String 6, press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G]
and select the position that does not cause the volume of
the low-frequency range to diminish significantly.
Get the corresponding number to appear at the right of
the display.
* The example display shows that the 6th string is set to
“1 NORMAL.”
3
* Depending on the guitar that you use, the level may reach the
maximum even if you set sensitivity to the minimum setting.
If this occurs, increase the distance between the divided pickup
and the string so that it is greater than specified.
Display
Setting
1
NORMAL:
INVERSE:
The phase will remain
unchanged.
4 . Repeat steps 2–3 for each of the remaining strings.
2
The phase will be inverted.
5 . Play Strings 6–1 as softly as possible.
If any string produces a particularly loud sound, lower
the sensitivity for that string in order to minimize
volume differences between strings.
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Sp e cify th e fu n ctio n o f th e
S1 / S2 sw itch (7 S1 / S2 )
Se ttin g th e O u tp u t Le ve l o f
th e CO SM Gu ita r (8 LEVEL)
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 PICKUP SEL.”
You can adjust the balance between the output level of the
divided pickup and the output level of the guitar pickup.
1 . Press [PARAMETERGG/ G] until “7” is shown (blink) at
* With the factory settings, this is set to “0.”
the left of the display.
This selects “7 S1/ S2.”
fig.13
Make sure to set the divided pickup select switch to the
“SYNTH” position.
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “8” is shown (blink) at
the left of the display.
This selects “8 LEVEL.”
fig.14
2
1
2 . Use [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to specify the function of
the S1/ S2 switches.
Get the corresponding number to appear at the right of
the display.
* The S1/S2 switch is disabled while settings are being made.
2
1
* The example display shows that the S1/S2 switch is set to
“1 PICKUP SEL.”
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to adjust the balance
(– 5–5) between the COSM guitar sound and the normal
guitar sound.
Display
Setting
Negative (–) settings will decrease the COSM guitar
1
PICKUP SEL:
Switching the pickup of
COSM guitar
sound, and positive (+) settings will increase it.
2
3
4
NUMBER:
BANK:
Number up/ down
Bank up/ down
Tuner on/ off
Move the select switch of the divided pickup between
“SYNTH” and “GUITAR,” and adjust the volume
balance while playing your instrument in each position.
TUNER:
Ch a n g in g th e Sw itch in g Dire ctio n o f S1 a n d S2
w h e n PICKUP SEL Is Se le cte d
Normally, the COSM GUITAR pickups are switched by
pressing the S1 switch for MIC → F, and pressing the S2
switch for F → MIC, but by switching on the POWER
switch while holding down [GK] and [NUMBER G], you
can set this so the directions are reversed. In this case,
the COSM GUITAR PICKUP “R” indicator will blink.
To return to the ordinary state, switch on the POWER
while holding down [GK] and [NUMBER G].
In this case, the COSM GUITAR PICKUP “F” indicator
will blink.
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TUN ER
Here’s how to use the VGA-7’s tuner function to tune your guitar.
In order to use the tuner, you must first make tuner settings.
Se ttin g th e Tu n e r
Press [SYSTEM], getting the indicator to light, and then make
Se ttin g th e o u tp u t le ve l o f th e
tu n in g so u n d (2 LEVEL)
the following settings.
fig.15
* At the factory settings, this is set to 0 (MUTE: sound will not
be output during tuning).
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “2” is shown (blink) at
the left of the display.
This selects “2 LEVEL.”
When you have finished making settings, press [SYSTEM]
once again, extinguishing its indicator.
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to set the output level.
fig.17
Sp e cify th e sta n d a rd p itch
(1 PITCH)
* With the factory settings, this is set to “440 Hz.”
1 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] until “1” is shown (blink) at
the left of the display.
This selects “1 PITCH.”
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to set the standard pitch.
2
1
* The example display shows that the standard pitch is set to 440
Hz.
fig.16
Display
Setting
0–10
0 (MUTE: sound will not be output during
tuning)–10
2
1
Display
Setting
35–45
435 –445 Hz
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Tu n in g y o u r g u ita r
* While using the tuner, sound will not be output from the line
out jacks.
1 . Press [TUNER], getting the indicator to light.
This turns on the Tuner function.
2 . Play a single unfretted note on the string you wish to
tune.
The note name closest to the string you played will
appear in the display.
For a guitar connected to GK IN, the string number will
also be displayed.
* Cleanly play a single note only on the string that you wish to
tune.
fig.18
This symbol
indicates the “#” sign
3 . Adjust the tuning until the note name of the string you
played appears in the display.
4 . Tune your guitar so that only the green indicator in the
center is lit.
5 . Repeat steps 2–4 to tune all the strings.
* When tuning a guitar that has a tremolo arm, tuning one
string may cause the other strings to go out of tune. In such
cases, first tune the strings to the approximate pitch (so that
the note name is displayed), and then keep tuning each string
until they are all in tune.
6 . When you have finished tuning, press [TUNER],
extinguishing its indicator.
This turns off the Tuner function.
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Ab o u t Pa tch
When you are performing on your guitar, you will need a
variety of sounds, depending on the situation.
Sw itch in g th e Pa tch e s
Patches (preset/ user) are selected by specifying the bank (0–
On the VGA-7, the settings of the panel buttons and knobs
used to create the sound can be remembered as a set, which
is called a Patch.
7) and number (1–10).
fig.23
You can create several patches, and switch between patches
to use the desired tonal character whenever you need.
fig.22
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
P70.
U70.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
01
11
21
31
41
51
61
71
02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 00.
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10.
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 20.
32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 30.
42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 40.
52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 50.
62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 60.
72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 70.
COSM Guitar
COSM Guitar
P01
U01
er
er
COSM Guitar
COSM Guitar
COSM Amplifier
COSM Amplifier
Effects
Effects
Preset Pa tch
80 patches
User Pa tch
80 patches
There are two types of patches.
1 . Press [PRESET/ USER] to select the Preset Patches (P) or
Pre se t Pa tch e s
the User Patches (U).
These are 80 patches provided by the VGA-7. They contain a
wide range of sounds appropriate for various situations.
2 . Press [BANK G/ G] to select the Banks (0–7).
3 . Press [NUMBER G/ G] to select the Number (1–10).
After selecting one of these patches, you can use the buttons
or knobs to temporarily modify the settings, but if you turn
off the power or select another patch, your modifications will
be lost. If you wish to keep the modified settings as a patch,
you must save the patch as a User Patch.
•
When the number is 10, the display will indicate “0.”.
You can use a foot switch to switch the bank/ number.
(p. 36)
Use r Pa tch e s
These are original patches that you create. You are free to
rewrite and save the contents of the settings. Up to 80 user
patches can be created.
Dire ct N u m b e r Bu tto n
You can use the Direct Number button to directly access and
select numbers in the currently selected bank.
fig.24
•
•
If you press [A/ B], extinguishing the indicator,
these buttons will select numbers 1–5.
If you press [A/ B], getting the indicator to light,
these buttons will select numbers 6–10.
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Ab o u t Pa tch
*
If the settings are turned off when either CAPO, EFX, DELAY,
CHORUS, or REVERB is selected, the display indication
flashes. (You can turn this on by pressing the button.)
Ch a n g in g Pa tch Se ttin g s
Use the buttons and knobs to modify the settings of the
selected patch. This operation is called “Editing.”
* If a setting with no variation is selected, the display will show
as follows.
fig.21
G
Immediately after changing patches, the settings stored
in the patch will not match the positions of the knobs.
When you turn the knob, the setting value stored in the
patch will be shown in the display. Once the position of
the knob matches the displayed value, the displayed
value will begin to change.
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the variation
When you change the setting of a knob, it is a good idea
to rotate the knob all the way to the right or left before
you begin adjusting the value.
number.
4 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the variation
number.
G
When you modify the settings stored in a patch, the
direct number button for the current patch will blink.
This indicates that the current patch is being edited.
5 . Once you’ve selected a variation number, press
[VARIATION] again, extinguishing its indicator.
The indicator of the currently selected type will light,
thus finalizing your selection of a variation.
Se le ctin g va ria tio n s
For the COSM guitar type and tuning, COSM amplifier type
and speaker, and EFFECTS delay, chorus and reverb, there
are several variations in addition to the settings (types).
Ch e ck in g th e se ttin g s o f a k n o b
1 . Press and hold [VARIATION/ EDIT] for two seconds or
longer, until the indicator to lights.
*
is printed top or under buttons for which variation
settings (types) are provided.
fig.44
1,3
A list of variations is provided on the plate located on
the top left of the cabinet. (p. 11)
fig.20
2
2 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] to select the setting and
confirm the value.
The position number (1–9, A–C) assigned to each knob
and its value will be shown.
fig.45
1,4
3
2
Position number
1 . Press the button that “
” is printed, then
* You can modify the value by pressing [SELECT/VALUE G/
G] when the setting is shown in the display. However, this is
not possible in Manual mode.
preselect the variation setting to which you want to
change.
2 . Press [VARIATION/ EDIT], getting its indicator to light.
3 . When you are finished checking the values, press
[VARIATION/ EDIT] once again, extinguishing its
indicator.
The indicator of the currently selected type will blink.
* You can switch the variation setting to the one you want by
pressing [PARAMETER G/G].
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Ab o u t Pa tch
Sa vin g y o u r m o d ifica tio n s in
a p a tch (W rite )
Ma n u a l Mo d e
If you wish to play the sound specified by the current
settings of the knobs (rather than the sound memorized in
the patch), switch to Manual mode.
If you wish to save the modifications you have made, you
must store them in a user patch. This operation is called
“Write.”
G
To select Manual mode, press [MANUAL], lighting its
indicator.
All settings except for the MASTER knob can be saved.
In Manual mode, the display will show the following.
* If you used the foot switch to turn the effect on/off (p. 36), that
setting will also be remembered.
fig.19
1 . When you finish modifying (editing) the settings, press
[WRITE], getting its indicator to blink.
fig.46
After this, when one of the buttons or knobs is used, the
settings for that control appear in the display.
1,3
* When the settings for CAPO (p. 27) or DELAY TIME (p. 32)
are showing in the display, you can change the settings value
directly by pressing the [SELECT/VALUE G/G].
2
2
2 . Use [BANK G/ G] and [NUNBER G/ G] to select the
Press [A/ B] to exit Manual mode and return to the
settings of the selected patch.
user patch in which your settings will be stored.
* Patch numbers can also be selected using the direct number
buttons.
* The [MANUAL] indicator will also go out, and Manual mode
will be exited if you press one of the [PRESET/USER],
[BANK G/G], [NUMBER G/G] or Direct Number buttons.
3 . To write the settings, press [WRITE].
G
If you once again enter Manual mode, the previous
settings used in Manual mode are called up (except for
knob settings).
While Write is being executed, the indicator flashes
rapidly.
When the data has been written, the indicator will go
out, and the writing destination user patch will be
displayed.
G
If you hold down the Direct Number button that is lit
and press [MANUAL] to select Manual mode, settings
from the previous patch settings (other than the knob
settings) will remain active.
If Yo u W a n t to Ca n ce l a W rite O p e ra tio n
in Pro g re ss
Press either [TUNER], [VARIATION/ EDIT], [GK],
[SYSTEM], or [PRESET/ USER].
The values are left as is, and the Write operation is
cancelled.
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Pa n e l De scrip tio n s
Front Panel
Fro n t Pa n e l
In some cases, odd sounds may occur when operating the button or a knob, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
CO SM Gu ita r Se ctio n (CO SM GUITAR)
This analyzes the principal components of an electric guitar,
and precisely simulates the function of each of the
Selecting variations (p. 23)
components.
ST:
The number and type of pickups, the number of strings, the
tuning of each string, and each element that plays a part in
creating the tone of a guitar is digitally added to the
vibration produced by the strings of your guitar.
1
CLASSIC
MODERN
S-S-H
A solid-body guitar with three passive
single-coil pickups.
2
3
A solid-body guitar with three active
single-coil pickups.
In addition, the VGA-7 detects each string’s pitch and
enveloping — the “shape” of the sound. These characteristics
are then digitally applied to the current patch’s waveform,
causing it to sound with all of the nuances of your guitar
A solid-body guitar with three active
pickups; from the front, single/ single/
humbucking.
performance.
fig.100
LP:
1
CLASSIC
MODERN
Jr
A solid-body guitar with two vintage
humbucking pickups.
2
3
A solid-body guitar with two passive
humbucking pickups.
A solid-body guitar with two single-coil
pickups familiarly called “dog ear” or
“soap bar.”
TEL:
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
CLASSIC
A typical solid-body guitar with two
single-coil pickups, suitable for country or
rock’n’roll.
1
GK In p u t Co n n e cto r (GK IN )
MODERN
H-S
A solid-body guitar with two single-coil
pickups, and a distinctive-sounding high
range.
Use the special cable to connect the GK-2A-compatible guitar
(or the guitar in which the GK-2A is installed).
When the GK cable is connected or disconnected, the
indicators of the COSM guitar section will blink.
A solid-body guitar with a humbucking
pickup in front and a single-coil in the rear.
HO LLO W :
Setting the divided pickup switch to “SYNTH” allows
you to hear the different effects obtained with different
settings.
1
2
3
SEMI
FULL
RICK
Semi-hollow-body guitar with two
humbucking pickups.
Full hollow-body guitar with two
humbucking pickups.
2
Ty p e Bu tto n [TYPE]
A distinctive guitar beloved by vocal
groups in the 60’s, with two unique single-
coil pickups.
Selects the type of guitar.
Each press of the button selects the next type in the series,
either ST, LP, TEL, HOLLOW, ACOUSTIC, or SPECIAL.
For each type you can select the following variations.
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ACO USTIC:
MIC: (type: ACOUSTIC)
Use a hypothetical mike ideal for picking up the sound of an
acoustic guitar.
1
2
STANDARD The acoustic guitar with a flat top and back
ROUND
The flat top acoustic guitar with a round
back made of resin
* If either ST, LP, TEL, or HOLLOW is selected, you can select
a setting in which two pickups are used simultaneously.
3
METAL
A metal body guitar with one cone
resonator, suitable for bottle-neck (slide)
playing techniques.
F+C:
F+R:
C+R:
When ST is selected
When either LP, TEL, or HOLLOW is selected
When ST is selected
4
5
NYLON STR Guitars using nylon or gut strings
BANJO
A plucked string instrument with a skin-
covered body.
You can use the S1/ S2 switch to switch pickups. (p. 19)
6
UKULELE
A plucked string instrument with a small
body and nylon strings.
4
Tu n in g Bu tto n [TUN IN G]
You can perform using various tunings that are set on the
VGA-7, without actually retuning the guitar.
SPECIAL:
1
BOWED
This sound represents stringed musical
instruments played with a bow.
Each time you press the button, the tuning type will
alternate.
2
PIPE
This sound is like a soft woodwind lead
instrument.
* If the COSM guitar type is SPECIAL, tunings other than
NORMAL cannot be selected.
3
4
5
6
7
8
ORGAN
BRASS
SOLO
Sustained organ-like sound.
Soft brass-like sound.
You can select variations for 12 STRING, OPEN TYPE, and
NASHVILLE types.
Soft lead sound.
SYNTH 1
SYNTH 2
Synth sound with filter sweep.
Synth sound with modulation.
Selecting variations (p. 23)
N O RMAL:
FILTER BASS A sound reminiscent of a bass with filter
applied.
This is the conventional tuning in which the strings are
pitched starting from the 6th string as E/ A/ D/ G/ B/ E.
1 2 STRIN G:
When ACOUSTIC or SPECIAL is selected, setting the
RANGE” is very effective.
This tuning simulates the sound of a 12-string guitar.
1
REGULAR A higher octave is added to strings 6–3,
and strings 2 and 1 are doubled at the same
pitch.
3
Pick u p Bu tto n [PICKUP]
Depending on the type (variation) of COSM guitar, you can
select the pickup or mic.
2
3
OCTAVE
DETUNE
A higher octave is added to strings 6–1.
Adds a slight off-pitch sound to the
* If the COSM guitar type is SPECIAL, the pickup selection is
ignored.
original sounds of strings 6–1.
O PEN TYPE:
F:
A tuning indispensable for blues, effective when played with
a slide bar.
Use the front pickup.
C:
1
2
3
OPEN D
Starting from the 6th string, the strings will
be pitched D, A, D, F#, A, D.
Use the center pickup.
OPEN G
Starting from the 6th string, the strings will
be pitched D, G, D, G, B, D.
R:
Use the rear pickup.
DROPPED D Only string 6 is lowered a whole step.
Starting from the 6th string, the strings will
be pitched D, A, D, G, B, E.
PIEZO : (type: ACOUSTIC)
Use the piezo pickup.
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4 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to specify the note name
N ASHVILLE:
(pitch) for the string number.
1
TYPE 1
Strings 6–3 will be one octave higher.
Strings 2 and 1 will be the original pitch.
5 . Repeat steps 3–4 for each of the remaining strings.
2
TYPE 2
Strings 6–4 will be one octave higher.
6 . When you have finished making settings, press
Strings 3–1 will be the original pitch.
[VARIATION/ EDIT], extinguishing its indicator.
USER:
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
This is a user-specified tuning.
Relative to the conventional tuning for each string (starting
from the 6th string, E/ A/ D/ G/ B/ E), you can freely specify
the pitch in a range of ± 1 octave.
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Ca p o Bu tto n [CAPO ]
This simulates a capo attached to the neck of the guitar.
The pitch specified by the tuning of the COSM guitar can be
shifted in semitone steps over a range of ± 1 octave.
G Cre a tin g u se r se ttin g s
1 . Press [TUNING] to select USER.
* You can turn the Capo function on/off by pressing the
[CAPO]. When on, the indicator will light.
2 . Press [VARIATION/ EDIT], getting its indicator to light.
The USER indicator will blink to indicate that you may
begin making user settings.
* If the type of COSM guitar is SPECIAL, Capo setting is
ignored.
The string number and note name will appear in the
display, and the octave setting will be shown by the
G Ad ju stin g th e a m o u n t o f p itch sh ift
tuner indicator.
1 . Press [CAPO], getting the indicator to light.
fig.27
2 . Press [VARIATION/ EDIT], getting its indicator to light.
The capo indicator will blink, and the display will show
the amount of pitch shift.
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to specify the amount of
pitch shift.
The relationship between the tuner indicator lights and
Range: -12– -1, 1 – 12
the pitch is shown below.
fig.28
fig.27a
Pitch higher than
standard pitch
Pitch lower than
standard pitch
Pitch one octave down
Pitch one octave up
In tune with the standard pitch
4 . After making the setting, press [VARIATION/ EDIT]
once again, extinguishing its indicator.
3 . Play any string of your guitar.
The string that you played will be detected automatically,
and the string number will appear in the display.
When you press [CAPO], the current pitch shift amount
will be shown in the display for several seconds. When
the amount of pitch shift is displayed, you can press
[SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to change it.
You can press [STRING] to specify the string number
directly.
Each press of the button takes you to the next string
number, from string 1 through string 6.
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
(The string number is indicated by a dot.)
If you play a string other than the one indicated by the
dot, the display switches to the number of the string that
was played.
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CO SM Am p lifie r Se ctio n (CO SM AMPLIFIER)
By selecting the amp type, using the equalizer to adjust the tone, and specifying the type of cabinet (including the number and
type of speakers), you can create the basic sound of the guitar amplifier.
fig.101
6
7
8
9
1 0
1 1
1 2
CLEAN :
1
JC
The sound of the Roland “JC-120” (Jazz
Chorus 120), a favorite of pro musicians
around the world.
If you wish to play the sound as specified by the current
locations of the knobs, you should get into the Manual
mode, by pressing [MANUAL] and lighting its indicator.
(p. 24)
2
3
4
CLASSIC 1 The sound of a standard, classic American
amp noted for its bright high range.
CLASSIC 2 The Liverpool sound of the 60’s produced
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In p u t Ja ck s (IN PUT HIGH/ LO W )
by a classic British amp.
Connect a conventional guitar (a guitar without a GK-2A
installed).
MELLOW
A small combo amp favored by jazz
musicians.
As appropriate for the output of your guitar, connect it to
HIGH or LOW.
CRUN CH:
1
2
3
4
CLASSIC 1 The sound of a classic American amp
* If you are using the GK IN, you can use the functionality of
the COSM amplifier section even without connecting to this
jack.
favored by blues and country guitarists.
CLASSIC 2 The sound of a classic British amp ideal for
Liverpool-style rock.
* When using a conventional guitar, the functionality of the
COSM guitar section is not available.
CLASSIC 3 The sound of a classic American amp noted
for its bright sound.
* When using INPUT and GK IN simultaneously, the tuner
function and EFX (EFFECTS section) SLOW GEAR settings
are not applied to sounds input from the INPUT jack.
MODERN
The sound of a modern vacuum tube amp
widely used in styles ranging from blues to
rock and fusion.
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Am p Ty p e Bu tto n [TYPE]
LEAD
You can select various amp sounds.
1
CLASSIC I The sound of a classic amp stack
indispensable to the British hard rock of
the 70’s, and still favored by many rock
guitarists.
The amp type will change each time you press the button.
For each type you can select the following variations.
This is the trebly sound of a guitar
connected to input I of the guitar amp.
Selecting variations (p. 23)
2
CLASSIC I+II The sound of connecting inputs I and II of
the guitar amp in parallel, so that the low
range is added by input II.
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MODERN 1 The sound of a tube amp typical of the late
‘70s to 80s, characterized by a distinctive
mid-range.
FULL RAN GE:
1
FLAT
This amp has a flat response that is ideal
for use with COSM guitar types SPECIAL
or ACOUSTIC.
4
5
6
MODERN 2 A tube amp sound with versatile
distortion, usable in a wide range of styles.
2
3
SHAPED
FAT
A transparent sound, ideal for chording on
an electric-acoustic guitar.
METAL 1
METAL2
The sound of a vacuum tube amp stack for
heavy metal.
A sound with a distinctively rich mid- and
low-range.
A high gain and powerful metal sound.
SPECIAL:
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Ga in Kn o b [GAIN ]
1
2
3
LAYER 1
LAYER 2
FUZZ
The layered sound of two different amps
used simultaneously, produced by a
combination of a clean tone (line) and a
drive tone.
Adjusts the input gain of the amp.
Range: 0–99
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Vo lu m e Kn o b [VO LUME]
When the GK input is used, the sound of
the COSM guitar section will be the clean
tone, and the sound of the normal guitar
will be the drive tone. If using the divided
pickup, set the select switch to the “MIX”
position.
Adjusts the volume. It is convenient to use the volume knob
when adjusting the volume between patches.
Range: 0–99
1 0 Eq u a lize r (EQ UALIZER)
The layered sound of two different amps
used simultaneously, produced by a
combination of a clean tone (guitar amp)
and drive tone.
This is a three-band type equalizer. The tone of each range
will be adjusted according to the amp type.
Ba ss Kn o b [BASS]
Adjusts the low frequency range tone.
Range: 0–99
When the GK input is used, the sound of
the COSM guitar section will be the clean
tone, and the sound of the normal guitar
will be the drive tone. If using the divided
pickup, set the select switch to the “MIX”
position.
Mid d le Kn o b [MIDDLE]
Adjusts the tone for the middle frequency range.
Range: 0–99
The fuzz sound of a transistor amp, with
unique harmonic content quite unlike the
distortion of a vacuum tube amp.
Tre b le Kn o b [TREBLE]
Adjusts the high frequency range tone.
Range: 0–99
* When LAYER 1 or LAYER 2 is selected, the WAH, SLOW
GEAR, and COMPRESSOR effects are not operational with
the GK-2A switch set to “SYNTH.”
* Depending on the amp type, there may be no sound if you set
[BASS], [MIDDLE], and [TREBLE] all to values of 0.
1 1 Pre se n ce Kn o b [PRESEN CE]
You can use LAYER to get performances with a layered
sound, for example, with one guitar using an acoustic
guitar (in the COSM GUITAR settings) with a drive tone
(normal guitar sound setting in COSM AMPLIFIER).
Adjusts the definition of the sound.
Range: 0–99
* Control the volume balance between the COSM guitar and the
normal guitar by adjusting the COSM guitar setting
“8 LEVEL.” (p. 19)
1 2 Sp e a k e r Ty p e Bu tto n [TYPE]
You can select the speaker size and cabinet shape.
The type will change each time you press the button.
You can select a variation for each type other than
ORIGINAL.
Selecting variations (p. 23)
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O RIGIN AL:
4 -1 2 ” CLO SED:
The speaker best matched for the selected amp type (p. 28).
1
CLASSIC
Classic speaker units with relatively low
input power capacity, which produce a
warm sound with a smooth mid- and high-
frequency range.
1 -1 2 ” O PEN :
An open-back cabinet with one 12-inch speaker.
2 -1 2 ” O PEN :
An open-back cabinet with two 12-inch speakers.
2
MODERN
Modern speaker units with relatively high
input power capacity and a powerful mid-
and high-frequency range.
4 -1 0 ” O PEN :
An open-backed cabinet with four 10-inch speakers.
3
4
CLASSIC STACK Two large, sealed cabinets with
G
With 1-12” OPEN, 2-12” OPEN, and 4-10” OPEN,
“CLASSIC” type speaker units.
you can select the following variations.
MODERN STACK Two large, sealed cabinets with
1
CLASSIC
Classic speaker units with relatively low
input power capacity, which produce a
warm sound with a smooth mid- and high-
frequency range.
“MODERN” type speaker units.
2
MODERN
Modern speaker units with relatively high
input power capacity and a powerful mid-
and high-frequency range.
Effe cts Se ctio n (EFFECTS)
You can use four effects simultaneously: insert, delay, chorus, and reverb.
fig.102
1 3
1 4
1 5
1 6
1 3 EFX
You can select and use one of the six effects WAH, SLOW
GEAR, COMP (compressor), TREMOLO, PHASER, or
FLANGER.
If you wish to play the sound as specified by the current
locations of the knobs, you should get into the Manual
mode, by pressing [MANUAL] and lighting its indicator.
(p. 24)
The type will change each time you press [SELECT].
* The function of the two knobs will change depending on the
selected type.
EFX Bu tto n [EFX]
Switch the EFX on/ off. When on, the indicator will light.
* You can use the foot pedal to turn effects on/off. (p. 36)
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Rise Tim e Kn o b [RISE TIME]
G W AH
This adjusts the time needed for the volume to reach its
maximum from the moment you begin picking.
This effect creates a unique tone by changing the frequency
response of a filter. By connecting a separately available
expression pedal (e.g., Roland EV-5 or BOSS FV-300L) you
can control the wah effect in real time.
Range: 0–99
G CO MP (Co m p re sso r)
* While using WAH, the expression pedal cannot be used to
control the volume.
The compressor is an effect that attenuates loud input levels
and boosts soft input levels, thus evening out the volume to
fig.30
create sustain without distortion.
fig.32
Pe d a l Kn o b [PEDAL]
This simulates the pedal position when the wah pedal is
operated.
Atta ck Kn o b [ATTACK]
Rotating the knob fully clockwise will advance the pedal all
the way. Rotating the knob fully counterclockwise will return
the pedal all the way.
Adjusts the strength of the picking attack. Larger values will
result in a sharper attack, creating a more clearly defined
sound.
Range: 0–99
Range: 0–99
Su sta in Kn o b [SUSTAIN ]
G SLO W GEAR
Adjusts the range (time) over which low-level signals are
boosted. Larger values will result in longer sustain.
Slow Gear is an effect that fades-in each note (violin-style
playing) by detecting the picking of the guitar. It lowers the
volume of the attack of the input signal, and gradually raises
Range: 0–99
it.
fig.31
G TREMO LO
Tremolo is an effect that cyclically modulates the volume.
fig.33
Se n sitivity Kn o b [SEN S]
This adjusts the sensitivity of the slow gear. When it is set to
a lower value, the effect of the slow gear can be obtained only
with stronger picking, while no effect is obtained with
weaker picking. When the value is set higher, the effect is
obtained even with weak picking.
Ra te Kn o b [RATE]
Adjust the speed at which the volume will change.
Range: 0–99
In te n sity Kn o b [IN TEN SITY]
Adjust the depth of the effect.
Range: 0–99
Range: 0–99
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G PHASER
1 4 DELAY
By adding varied-phase portions to the direct sound, the
phaser effect gives a whooshing, swirling character to the
De la y Bu tto n [DELAY]
Turns the delay on/ off. When on, the indicator will light.
* You can use the foot pedal to turn effects on/off. (p. 36)
sound.
fig.34
Fe e d b a ck Kn o b [FEEDBACK]
Adjusts the amount of delay returned to the signal.
Range: 0–99
Le ve l Kn o b [LEVEL]
Adjusts the volume of the delay sound.
Range: 0–99
Ra te Kn o b [RATE]
This sets the rate of the flanging effect.
Range: 0–99
G
For delay you can select the following variations.
Selecting variations (p. 23)
In te n sity Kn o b [IN TEN SITY]
Adjust the depth of the effect.
Range: 0–99
1
2
MONO
A conventional delay effect
PANNING
A tapped delay effect that assigns the delay
time to L and R channels
3
HOLD
Your performance can be recorded, and
played back repeatedly.
G FLAN GER
The flanging effect gives a twisting, jet-airplane-like
character to the sound.
fig.35
G Se ttin g th e De la y Tim e
Specify the delay time when the delay type of MONO or
PANNING is selected. There are two ways to input the delay
time.
G Ta p in p u t
Press [TAP TEMPO] two times at the tempo of the song, and
the delay time will be set to the timing you’ve used while
tapping the button, then the current delay time will be
shown in the display for several seconds.
Ra te Kn o b [RATE]
This sets the rate of the flanging effect.
Range: 0–99
Range: 0–999 (msec), 1.00–1.80 (sec)
* You can also use a foot switch for tap input. However, the foot
switch must use the optional PCS-31 connector cord. (p. 36)
In te n sity Kn o b [IN TEN SITY]
Adjust the depth of the effect.
Range: 0–99
G N u m e rica l in p u t
Press [TAP TEMPO], the current delay time will be shown in
the display for several seconds. When the delay time is
displayed, you can press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to change
it.
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
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In te n sity Kn o b [IN TEN SITY]
G Re co rd in g y o u r p la y in g
Adjust the depth of the effect.
By selecting HOLD as the delay type, you can record your
playing.
Range: 0–99
G
For chorus you can select the following variations.
With a momentary-type foot switch (BOSS FS-5U: sold
separately) connected, you can use your foot to control
the recording operations. Connect the foot switch to the
Selecting variations (p. 23)
DELAY jack on the rear panel.
1
SPACE
Chorus with a natural spread created by
synthesized space.
fig.85
2
3
WARM
A stereo two-stage chorus with a warm tone.
A stereo two-stage chorus with a bright tone.
BRIGHT
G Se ttin g th e Ch o ru s Ra te
Connection cable:
1 . While holding down [TAP TEMPO] and press [CHORUS].
PCS-31 (sold separately)
The display will indicate the current value.
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to set the chorus rate.
(TIP) White
Red (RING)
Range: 0–99
Shortly after the setting has been made, you will return
to the previous condition.
Delay
On/Off
Recording
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
* If you connect only one foot switch instead of using the PCS-
31, you will only be able to turn delay on/off.
1 6 REVERB
G
The performance is recorded while [TAP TEMPO] is
pressed, or while the foot switch is depressed.
Re ve rb Bu tto n [REVERB]
During recording, the [TAP TEMPO] indicator lights.
Switches reverb on or off. When on, the indicator will light.
* You can use the foot pedal to turn effects on/off. (p. 36)
When you have finished recording, the recording time is
shown in the display, and repeat playback of the
recorded performance begins.
Le ve l Kn o b [LEVEL]
Adjusts the volume of the reverb sound.
Range: 0–99
The recording time is 0.0–1.8 seconds.
When the recording exceeds 1.8 seconds, it will end
automatically, and the recorded sound will be played
back repeatedly.
G
For reverb you can select the following variations.
When you press the on/ off foot switch or [DELAY], the
recorded content will be erased.
Selecting variations (p. 23)
* If the delay type is HOLD, [FEEDBACK] will not function.
1
PLATE
Simulates plate reverberation (a reverb unit
that uses the vibration of a metallic plate).
Provides a metallic sound with a distinct
upper range.
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
1 5 CHO RUS
2
3
ROOM
HALL
Simulates the reverberation of a small room.
Simulates the reverberation of a concert hall.
Ch o ru s Bu tto n [CHO RUS]
Switches the chorus on/ off.When on, the indicator will light.
* You can use the foot pedal to turn effects on/off. (p. 36)
* To save the changes, you must perform a write operation.
(p. 24)
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Ma ste r Se ctio n
fig.103
1 7
1 8
3 1
2 1
1 9
2 4
2 0
2 2
2 3 2 9
3 0
2 5
2 6
2 7
2 8
1 7 Tu n e r In d ica to r
2 4 Pre se t/ Use r Bu tto n [PRESET/ USER]
This displays the pitch during tuning, and the sensitivity for
GK settings.
Switch between preset patches and user patches.
2 5 Ba n k Bu tto n [BAN K G/ G]
1 8 Disp la y
Use these buttons to change the patch bank.
This displays the patch number or variation number.
When using [VARIATION/ EDIT], these are also used as
parameter buttons ([PARAMETER G/ G]).
1 9 Tu n e r Bu tto n [TUN ER]
2 6 N u m b e r Bu tto n [N UMBER G/ G]
Press this to use the tuner.
Use these to change the patch number.
2 0 Va ria tio n / Ed it Bu tto n
[VARIATIO N / EDIT]
When using [VARIATION/ EDIT], these are also used as
select/ value buttons ([SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] ).
Use this to set or change the Variation setting.
2 7 Ma n u a l Bu tto n [MAN UAL]
To view or change the value, hold down the button for two
seconds or more until the indicator starts blinking.
Press this button when you wish to play using the actual
settings of the knobs, rather than the sound stored in the
patch.
2 1 GK Bu tto n [GK]
Press this to make settings for the divided pickup.
2 8 Dire ct N u m b e r Bu tto n
2 2 Sy ste m Bu tto n [SYSTEM]
Press these to select patch numbers directly.
Press this to set the System setting.
* The Direct Number buttons can be used with any bank.
After pressing [A/ B], if the indicator is extinguished, these
2 3 W rite Bu tto n [W RITE]
buttons can be used to select numbers 1–5.
If the indicator is lighted as the result of pressing [A/ B],
Press this to store settings in a user patch.
these buttons can be used to select numbers 6–10.
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2 9 Ma ste r Kn o b [MASTER]
3 1 Po w e r Sw itch [PO W ER]
Adjust the speaker volume or headphone volume of the
VGA-7.
Turns the power on/ off.
* Before turning the power switch on/off, you must set
[MASTER] to 0.
* The setting of the master knob is not memorized.
3 0 He a d p h o n e s Ja ck (PHO N ES)
Headphones are plugged in here.
* When headphones are connected, sound will not be output
from the speaker of the VGA-7.
* Before connecting or disconnecting headphones, you must set
[MASTER] to 0.
Rear Panel
Re a r Pa n e l
fig.41
3 5
3 4
3 3
3 2
3 2 Lin e O u t Ja ck s
(LIN E O UT L (MO N O )/ R)
3 4 FO O T CO N TRO L
*
If the plug is connected or disconnected while the power is on,
the effect on/off, patch, or manual/memory settings may change.
These output the sound of the pre-amp, including the effect
section.
* When connecting the FS-5U/FS-5L (sold separately) to the
FOOT SW jack, set the polarity switch as shown below.
External devices such as a mixer can be connected here.
fig.91
When using mono output, make the connection to the L
(MONO) jack.
3 3 EXT In p u t Ja ck s
(EXT IN L (MO N O )/ R)
Polarity switch
These are stereo external input jacks.
External devices such as a guitar synthesizer can be
connected here.
Ex p re ssio n Pe d a l Ja ck (EXP PEDAL)
A separately available expression pedal (e.g., Roland EV-5 or
BOSS FV-300L) can be connected here.
The sound that is input will be output from the internal
speaker and from the headphones and line out jacks.
The expression pedal can be used as a volume pedal to adjust
the volume of the VGA-7. However if the EFFECTS section
INSERT type is set to WAH, the pedal will function as a wah
pedal.
You can use the Master knob to adjust the volume.
When using mono input, make the connection to the L
(MONO) jack.
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G Tu rn in g th e Effe cts O n a n d O ff
G
Sw itch in g Ma n u a l/ Me m o ry a n d Pa tch e s
When the Foot Switch Type (p. 39) in the System settings
is set to “3 PROGRAM,” Manual and Memory are
switched with a foot switch connected to the EFX jack,
while you can switch Patches when the foot switch is
connected to the DELAY, CHORUS, or REVERB jack.
With the FS-5L connected, you can check the indicator
on the FS-5L to see whether the effect is on or off.
The indicator is lit when the effect is on; the light goes
out when the effect is turned off.
* The VGA-7’s panel controls cannot be used to turn the effects
on and off while the FS-5L is connected.
Connect a momentary-type foot switch (BOSS FS-5U: sold
separately).
fig.104
EFX Ja ck (EFX)
Separately sold foot switches (e.g., BOSS FS-5U or FS-5L) can
be connected here to turn effects on/ off.
De la y Ja ck (DELAY)
By using a separately available connection cable (Roland
PCS-31) to connect two foot switches, you can use the foot
switches in the following ways.
fig.42
TIP
(White)
RING
(Red)
Switching numbers Switching banks Switching
Manual/Memory
Connection cable:
PCS-31 (sold separately)
EFX Ja ck
TIP (White)
RING (Red)
Switches between Manual mode and the currently selected
Patch (Memory).
Delay
On/Off
Tap Tempo
(Hold)
DELAY Ja ck
* Connect two foot switches using the optional connection cord
(Roland PCS-31).
TIP (w h ite ): DELAY
TIP (w h ite )
The delay effect will be turned on/ off.
Each time the foot switch is pressed, the Patch bank number
rises to the next highest in the series of numbers.
RIN G (re d ): TAP/ HO LD
Use for tap-input of the delay time. If the delay type is set to
HOLD, this will function as the switch to start/ stop
recording.
RIN G (re d )
Each time the foot switch is pressed, the Patch bank number
decreases to the next lowest in the series of numbers.
Connect a momentary-type foot switch (BOSS FS-5U: sold
separately).
CHO RUS Ja ck
* If only one foot switch is connected, it will turn delay on/off.
The Patch number decreases in sequence each time the foot
switch is pressed.
Ch o ru s Ja ck (CHO RUS)
You can connect a separately available foot switch (BOSS FS-
5U or FS-5L) to turn chorus on/ off.
REVERB Ja ck
The Patch number increases in sequence each time the foot
switch is pressed.
Re ve rb Ja ck (REVERB)
You can connect a separately available foot switch (BOSS FS-
5U or FS-5L) to turn reverb on/ off.
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MIDI IN Co n n e cto r
By connecting a separately available MIDI foot controller
(e.g., Roland FC-200) you can use your feet to switch patches.
This connector is also used to receive data from an external
MIDI device.
MIDI O UT Co n n e cto r
This connector is used to transmit VGA-7 data to an external
MIDI device.
* Depending on the system settings, this connector can also be
used as a MIDI THRU connector which re-transmits the data
received at MIDI IN without change. (p. 42)
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Pro ce d u re
fig.82
1 . Press [SYSTEM], getting the indicator to light.
1,4
2 . Press [PARAMETER G/ G] to select the parameter
number.
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to input the value.
4 . Once you’ve finished making settings, press [SYSTEM]
again, extinguishing its indicator.
3
2
The setting will be saved.
A list of system parameters is given on the plate located on the top right of the cabinet.
fig.81
TUN ER
N O ISE SUPRESSO R
This effect reduces the noise and hum picked up by guitar
pickups. Since it suppresses the noise in synchronization
with the envelope of the guitar sound (the way in which the
guitar sound decays over time), it has very little effect on the
guitar sound, and does not harm the natural character of the
sound.
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 1 PITCH
Specify the standard pitch.
Display
Setting
35–45
435 –445 Hz
* With the factory settings, this is set to “440 Hz.”
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 3 THRESHO LD
Adjust this parameter as appropriate for the volume of the
noise. If the noise level is high, a higher setting is
appropriate. If the noise level is low, a lower setting is
appropriate. Adjust this value until the decay of the guitar
sound is as natural as possible.
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 2 LEVEL
Specify the output level of the tuning sound.
Display
Setting
0–10
0
(MUTE: sound will not be output while tuning)
–
This can be turned off by setting the value to 0.
10
Display
Setting
* With the factory settings, this is set to “0.”
0–10
0 (OFF)–10
* With the factory settings, this is set to “4.”
* High settings for the threshold parameter may result in there
being no sound when you play with your guitar volume
turned down.
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Fo o t Sw itch (FO O T SW )
Ex p re ssio n Pe d a l (EXP PEDAL)
Specify the operation of the foot switches connected to the
Specify how the expression pedal will behave when the
patch is changed.
EFX–REVERB jacks.
* You cannot change the settings for each individual jack.
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 5 PEDAL HO LD
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 4 TYPE
Display
Setting
Display
Setting
1
ON:
When the patch is changed, the volume will be
as specified by the position of the pedal.
1
EFFECTS (MOMENTARY):
The effect on/ off state specified by the patch
will be reversed. If the effect is on, it will be
switched off → on → off → on... when the
switch is pressed. If the effect is off, it will be
switched on → off → on → off... when the
switch is pressed.
2
OFF:
When the patch is changed, the volume will be
as specified by the [VOLUME] setting of the
COSM amplifier, regardless of the position of
the pedal.
* Connect a momentary-type foot switch
(sold separately: BOSS FS-5U).
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 ON.”
2
EFFECTS (LATCH):
The foot switch’s current status is the one used,
regardless of the Patch’s effects status (on/ off).
* When this setting is selected, the effects cannot be
turned on and off with the buttons on the front panel.
* Connect a latch-type foot switch (sold separately:
BOSS-FS-5L). Be sure to connect the FS-5U to the
DELAY jack’s RING.
3
PROGRAM:
Manual and Memory are switched using a foot
switch connected to the EFX jack, while you can
switch Patches when the foot switch is
connected to the DELAY, CHORUS, or REVERB
jack.
* Connect a momentary-type foot switch
(sold separately: BOSS FS-5U).
* With the factory settings, this is set to
“1 EFFECTS (MOMENTARY).”
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* Even if the MIDI channel is set to “Omni ON,” Exclusive
messages cannot be received if the Device ID differs.
Be sure to match the Device ID when sending and receiving
data. (refer to p. 48)
MIDI
The VGA-7 uses the following MIDI messages.
•
•
Program Change messages transmit commands for
switching Patches.
The Device ID is set to “1” at the factory.
“Control Change” messages, which can be used to
convey changes in various effects, control the volume,
and switch effects on/ off.
BULK LO AD
Receives the VGA-7’s data from an external device.
•
“System Exclusive” messages (carrying data specific to a
particular device), used to save patch data on an external
device, or to reload patch data saved on an external
device back into the VGA-7.
Co n n e ctio n Ex a m p le s:
Re ce ivin g se ttin g s th a t w e re sto re d o n a se q u e n ce r
fig.48
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
Ab o u t MIDI Ch a n n e ls
MIDI has sixteen channels 1 – 16, and MIDI messages will be
received by the instrument (the receiving device) whose
channel matches the channel of the transmitter.
When the Omni mode setting on the receiving device is set to
ON, then MIDI messages can be received, regardless of the
MIDI channel of the sending device.
Sequencer
* Factory settings have the MIDI channel set to Channel 1 and
Omni mode ON.
* For details on sequencer operation, refer to the owner’s manual
for your sequencer.
* The MIDI channel and Omni Mode settings can be modified.
(p. 48)
Re ce ivin g a ll se ttin g s fro m a n e x te rn a l d e vice
To receive data that was transmitted via Bulk Dump (p. 41)
with the “1 ALL” or “2 PATCH (ALL)” setting, use the
following procedure.
Pro g ra m Ch a n g e
“Program Change” is a MIDI message that is generally used
to switch Patches.
The VGA-7 uses Program Change messages to select patches.
1 . Select the Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 6 LO AD.
By connecting a MIDI foot controller such as an FC-200 (sold
separately), you can use your feet to transmit Program
Changes and select patches. (refer to p. 43)
2 . Send the data from the transmitting device (sequencer).
While the data is being received, the following display
will appear.
fig.49
Tra n sm ittin g / re ce ivin g VGA-7
se ttin g s
VGA-7 user patches / divided pickup settings / system
settings can be transmitted as MIDI exclusive data to an
external MIDI device, and this data can be re-transmitted
from the external MIDI device back to the VGA-7.
blink
The action of transmitting MIDI exclusive data is called bulk
3 . When this display disappears,
dump, while receiving it is called bulk load.
press [SELECT/ VALUE G] (EXIT) to end the procedure.
By using a MIDI sequencer that is able to record exclusive
data, you can transmit data to the MIDI sequencer and save it
on floppy disk or other media. Alternatively, you can directly
connect two VGA-7 units via a MIDI cable, and transmit or
receive parameters directly.
The display will indicate “U01.”
* If you press [TUNER], [VARIATION/EDIT], [GK], or
[SYSTEM] instead of pressing [SELECT/VALUE G] (EXIT),
you are returned to where you were before [SYSTEM] was
pressed, and the data existing before the load will sound until
you change patches.
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Re ce ivin g o n ly o n e p a tch
BULK DUMP
* You cannot operate this procedure in Manual mode.
Sends MIDI messages to an external device.
To receive data that was transmitted via Bulk Dump (p. 41)
with the “3 PATCH (ONE)” setting, use the following
procedure.
Write operation to save the data before transmitting it.
Co n n e ctio n Ex a m p le s:
Sa vin g d a ta o n a se q u e n ce r
1 . Use [BANK G/ G], [NUMBER G/ G] ([PRESET/ USER])
Prepare your sequencer to receive exclusive data.
to select the user patch that you wish to receive.
fig.52
2 . Select the Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 6 LO AD.
* You can use the direct number buttons to change the number
of the patch to be received.
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
3 . Send the data (one patch) from the transmitted device
(sequencer).
While the data is being received, the following display
will appear.
fig.49
Sequencer
If parameter number 8 FUNCTION is set to “2 THRU,”
the MIDI OUT connector will function as a MIDI THRU
connector. However, when data is being transmitted, it
will temporarily function as a MIDI OUT connector, and
will then revert to the MIDI THRU function when
transmission is finished.
blink
4 . When this display disappears,
press [SELECT/ VALUE G] (EXIT) to end the procedure.
The user patch you selected in step 1 will be displayed.
* For details on sequencer operation, refer to the owner’s manual
for your sequencer.
* If you press [TUNER], [VARIATION/EDIT], [GK], or
[SYSTEM] instead of pressing [SELECT/VALUE G] (EXIT),
you are returned to where you were before [SYSTEM] was
pressed, and the data existing before the load will sound until
you change patches.
Tra n sm ittin g d a ta
1 . Select the Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 7 DUMP.
2 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to select the data that will
If Bulk Load cannot be executed correctly, an error
message appears, and the [SYSTEM] indicator flashes.
be transmitted.
Take the appropriate action according to the message
displayed.
Display
Setting
1
ALL:
* Press [SYSTEM] to restore the Bulk Load to previous
status.
All settings (all user patches / divided pickup
settings / system settings) will be transmitted.
fig.88a
2
3
PATCH (ALL):
Data for all user patches will be transmitted.
PATCH (ONE):
Data for the currently selected user patch will be
transmitted. You can use the direct number
buttons to select the number of the patch that
will be transmitted.
Reason:
Action :
A large amount of MIDI data was received
in a short time and could not be processed.
Check that the transmitting device is not
transmitting excessive amounts of MIDI data.
* You cannot select this setting in Manual mode.
* With the factory settings, this is set to “1 ALL.”
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3 . Press [WRITE] to send the data.
MIDI O UT
The following display will appear while the data is being
Pa ra m e te r N u m b e r: 8 FUN CTIO N
transmitted.
fig.53
Here’s how to change the function of the MIDI OUT
connector to MIDI THRU.
* At the factory settings, this is set to “MIDI OUT.”
Display
Setting
blink
1
OUT:
The connector will function as MIDI OUT.
* When ALL/PATCH (ALL) is selected, it takes approximately
40 seconds to complete transmission of the data.
2
THRU:
The connector will function as MIDI THRU.
MIDI messages received at MIDI IN will be re-
transmitted without change.
4 . When the transmit data selection display reappears,
press [SYSTEM] to end the procedure.
Se n d in g O n ly th e Divid e d Pick u p Se ttin g s a n d
Sy ste m Se ttin g s
1 . While holding down [GK] and [SYSTEM], turn on the
power switch.
[WRITE] indicator will blink, the following will appear
in the display.
fig.98
* To cancel transmission, press either [TUNER],
[VARIATION/EDIT], [GK], or [SYSTEM].
2 . Press [WRITE] to send the data.
The following display will appear while the data is being
transmitted.
fig.99
blink
When transmission is finished, the patch or manual
mode that was selected at the time the POWER switch
was turned off will be selected.
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O p e ra tin g th e VGA-7 w ith th e FC-2 0 0
With the optional FC-200 MIDI Foot Controller, you can use pedal operations to control the VGA-7.
In itia lizin g th e FC-2 0 0 fro m
th e VGA-7
Co n n e ctin g th e VGA-7 a n d
th e FC-2 0 0
fig.90
Provide the FC-200 with the VGA-7’s settings by sending the
data from the VGA-7.
At the same time that the FC-200 is initialized, the
VGA-7 will also be set to settings suitable for the FC-
200.
MIDI IN
For the settings that will be changed, refer to p. 48.
MIDI OUT
FC-200
1 . Use a MIDI cable to connect the VGA-7’s MIDI OUT and
the FC-200’s MIDI IN connectors.
fig.84
Set the VGA-7’s MIDI channel to “OMNI ON” or to the
same channel set for the FC-200 (p. 48).
MIDI OUT
* This is set at the factory to “OMNI ON.”
MIDI IN
FC-200
With an optional FS-5U foot switch connected to the FC-
200’s Mode jack, you can use the setup to switch
between Program Change mode, used for switching
Patches, and Control Change mode, in which Control
Change messages are sent.
* When connecting the FS-5U (sold separately) to the FOOT
2 . While Holding down [VARIATION/ EDIT] and turn on
SW jack, set the polarity switch as shown below.
the VGA-7’s POWER switch.
fig.91
“FC” and “200” appear alternately in the display, and
the [WRITE] indicator flashes.
* To cancel the operation, press either [TUNER],
[VARIATION/EDIT], [GK], or [SYSTEM].
Polarity switch
3 . After confirming that the FC-200’s power switch is on,
press [WRITE].
During transmission, “–” appears, moving from left to
right across the display.
When transmission is finished, the unit returns to the
status in effect before the last time the power was turned
off.
This completes initialization of the FC-200.
* Immediately after initialization, the VGA-7 will be in
Program Change mode (p. 44).
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O p e ra tin g th e VGA-7 w ith th e FC-2 0 0
Co n tro llin g th e Vo lu m e (W a h )
Fu n ctio n s Th a t Ca n Be
Co n tro lle d w ith th e FC-2 0 0
When the expression pedal is used, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 7).
In Pro g ra m Ch a n g e Mo d e
These messages can be used to control the VGA-7’s volume
level.
fig.95
When EFX in the EFFECTS section is on, with the TYPE set to
Switching Numbers
Switching Banks
“WAH,” you can use the expression pedal as a wah pedal.
In Co n tro l Ch a n g e Mo d e
In Control Change mode, the various pedals are used to send
the Control Change messages shown below.
These messages can be used to control the VGA-7’s different
functions.
fig.97
Turning the Tuner On and Off Controlling the
Volume (Wah)
Switching Preset and
User Patches (#75)
Turning the Capo Function
Sw itch in g Be tw e e n Pre se t Pa tch e s a n d
Use r Pa tch e s
On and Off (#70)
* Distinctions between Preset and User Patches follow the
VGA-7 settings.
Sw itch in g Ba n k s
Each time the Bank (UP/ DOWN) pedal is pressed, the bank
is switched, and the Bank is indicated on the FC-200’s
display.
Controlling the
Volume (Wah) (#7)
Turning the
Tuner On and Off (#80)
Press “UP” to rise through the bank numbers in sequence;
press “DOWN” to descend through the sequence of Bank
numbers.
Switching Between
Manual and Memory (#76)
Delay Time Tap Input (#69);
When “HOLD”is selected as the Delay type,
this is used to start and stop recording.
Sw itch in g N u m b e rs
Press the Number pedals (1–10) to select the numbers. The
selected number indicator lights, and the program number is
switched.
Turning the Reverb On and Off (#68)
Turning the Chorus On and Off (#67)
Turning the Delay On and Off (#66)
Turning the EFX On and Off (#65)
When switching to a Patch of a different number within the
same Bank, reselection of the Bank is unnecessary.
Sw itch in g Pre se t a n d Use r Pa tch e s
Each time the UP Bank pedal is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 75).
When in Control Change mode, you can use the UP bank
pedal to switch between Preset and User Patches.
These messages can be used to switch between Preset and
User Patches.
Tu rn in g th e Tu n e r O n a n d O ff
Each time the control pedal is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 80).
Tu rn in g th e Ca p o Fu n ctio n O n a n d O ff
Each time Number pedal 6 is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 70).
These messages can be used to turn the VGA-7’s tuner on
and off.
These messages can be used to turn the Capo function on and
off.
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Tu rn in g th e Effe cts O n a n d O ff
Each time one of the Number pedals 1–4 is pressed, the
information controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200
as a Control Change message.
When the FC-200 is supplemented with an additional
external expression pedal (sold separately: Roland EV-5,
BOSS FV-300L ), and EFX in the EFFECTS section is ON, with
the type set to “WAH,” it is then possible to control the wah
effect and the volume level independently with separate
These messages can be used to turn the EFX, DELAY,
CHORUS, and REVERB effects on and off.
pedals.
fig.108
Number Pedal 1:
EFX (Controller Number 65)
Number Pedal 2:
Delay (Controller Number 66)
Number Pedal 3:
Chorus (Controller Number 67)
Number Pedal 4:
Volume
Wah
Reverb (Controller Number 68)
With an expression pedal connected to the FC-200’s FOOT
SW or EXP jack (either may be used), set the jack’s Control
Number and the Control Number for the VGA-7’s “5 WAH”
MIDI parameter to a number not otherwise being used.
De la y Tim e Ta p In p u t
Each time Number pedal 5 is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 69).
With these settings, the FC-200’s expression pedal can then
function exclusively as a volume pedal, with the external
expression pedal used only as a wah pedal.
These messages can be used for tap input of Delay Time.
When “HOLD” is selected as the Delay type, this is used to
start and stop recording.
You have complete freedom to choose the controller
numbers assigned for the VGA-7’s various functions and
the FC-200’s pedals and jacks.
Sw itch in g Be tw e e n Ma n u a l a n d Me m o ry
Each time the DOWN Bank pedal is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 76).
For more detailed information and instructions, refer to
“Changing the MIDI Settings” in the VGA-7 Owner’s
These messages can be used to switch between Manual and
Memory.
Tu rn in g th e Tu n e r O n a n d O ff
Each time the control pedal is pressed, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 80).
These messages can be used to turn the VGA-7’s tuner on
and off.
Co n tro llin g th e Vo lu m e (W a h )
When the expression pedal is used, the information
controlled with the pedal is sent from the FC-200 as a Control
Change message (Controller Number 7).
These messages can be used to control the VGA-7’s volume
level.
When EFX in the EFFECTS section is on with the TYPE set to
“WAH,” you can use the expression pedal as a wah pedal.
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If Yo u Th in k Th e re Mig h t Be a Pro b le m (Tro u b le sh o o tin g )
This section explains some things that might go wrong when using the VGA-7, and what needs to be done to correct the
problem.If you think there may be something wrong with your VGA-7, please check through the following first.
If these suggestions don’t fix the problem, then go ahead and contact the store you bought it from, or your nearest Roland Service
Station.
GG Have you set TUNING or CAPO for the COSM GUITAR?
G Tro u b le w ith th e So u n d
→
Set the TUNING of the COSM GUITAR to NORMAL,
and turn CAPO off.
Th e so u n d isn ’t rig h t.
GG Is the divided pickup setting correctly?
Th e vo lu m e flu ctu a te s fro m o n e strin g
→
Check the divided pickup setting. (p. 15–19)
GG Is the selector switch on the GK pickup set to
GG Are the Sensitivity settings for all strings correct?
“GUITAR”?
→
Adjust the settings if necessary. (p. 17)
→
Set the select switch to a setting other than “GUITAR.”
O n b o a rd e ffe cts a re n o t a p p lie d .
Th e re is n o so u n d w h e n th e g u ita r is
p la y e d .
GG Is the effect turned “OFF”?
→
If an effect is turned “OFF,” that effect will not be
GG Is the divided pickup connecting correctly?
applied. Turn the effect “ON.”
→
Check the connections are correct. (p. 12)
GG Are the effect levels high enough?
GG Is the SYNTH VOL on the GK-2A set to “0”?
→
An effect is not applied and only the original sound is
heard when the effect level is at the lowest setting. Set
the effect level to an appropriate value.
→
Raise the volume to an appropriate level.
GG Are [MASTER], [GAIN], or [VOLUME] on the VGA-
7 set to “0”?
De p e n d in g o n th e g u ita r b e in g u se d ,
h u m m a y b e a u d ib le .
→
Raise the volume to an appropriate level.
GG Are [BASS], [MIDDLE], and [TREBLE] all set to
GG Is the output jack on your guitar connected to the
“0”?
NORMAL GUITAR input jack on the GK-2A?
→
Depending on the amp type (p. 28), there may be no
sound if you set the [BASS], [MIDDLE], and [TREBLE]
equalizer settings all to 0.
You should be sure to make this connection even if the
guitar sound is not to be output. For more details, see the
Owner’s Manual for the GK-2A.
GG Are you using the expression pedal?
G O th e r Pro b le m s
→
If the expression pedal is returned (toward yourself),
there may be no sound. Advance the pedal (away from
yourself).
“
” is d isp la y e d w h e n th e p o w e r
is sw itch e d o n .
Th e p itch isn ’t rig h t.
→
The internal battery for saving Patch and system
parameters is almost out of power. Replace the battery
soon to prevent parameters from being lost. Contact
your nearest Roland Service Station or the store where
you bought the VGA-7.
GG Is the guitar in tune?
→
Tune the guitar. (p. 21)
GG Is the VGA-7 out of tune with other instruments?
→
Adjust the Standard pitch setting. (p. 20)
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Pa tch e s a re n ’t sw itch e d w h e n a
Pro g ra m Ch a n g e is re ce ive d fro m a n
e x te rn a l d e vice .
Re sto rin g th e Fa cto ry Se ttin g s
You can restore the VGA-7 to its factory settings. This
operation is called “Factory Reset.”
GG Are Program Change messages being transmitted on
a channel other than the selected MIDI channel?
→
Send the Program Change messages on the same channel
as the one set with MIDI Channel (p. 48).
Once you carry out a Factory Reset, all of the existing
If there is any important data that you wish to keep, use
device (such as a sequencer) beforehand.
Da ta ca n ’t b e se n t o r re ce ive d w ith
Bu lk Du m p .
GG Have you made settings to allow bulk dump
1 . While holding down [WRITE], turn on the POWER
transmission?
switch.
→
In the System settings, select parameter number 7:
DUMP, specify the data to be transmitted, and then
execute bulk dump.
The [WRITE] indicator flashes, and the following
messages alternate repeatedly in the display.
fig.89a
GG Is the MIDI sequencer you are using able to record
exclusive data?
→
Use a MIDI sequencer that can record SysEx messages.
We recommend that you use the Roland MC-80.
G Re sto rin g All Se ttin g s to th e Va lu e s Se t a t
Th e vo lu m e le ve l o f th e in stru m e n t
co n n e cte d to EXT IN is to o lo w .
th e Fa cto ry
2 . Press [WRITE].
GG Could you be using a connection cable that
Factory Reset is executed.
contains a resistor?
During the operation, “–” appears, moving from left to
→
Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
right across the display.
When Factory Reset is finished, “U01” appears in the
display.
1 .
G Re sto rin g O n ly th e Use r Pa tch e s to th e
Fa cto ry Se ttin g s
2 . Press [PRESET/ USER].
The following messages alternate repeatedly in the
display.
fig.89b
3 . Press [WRITE].
Factory Reset is executed.
During the operation, “–” appears, moving from left to
right across the display.
When Factory Reset is finished, “U01” appears in the
display.
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Ch a n g in g th e MIDI Se ttin g s
When using MIDI to control the VGA-7, you can change the settings for the MIDI parameters as needed.
1 . While holding down [SYSTEM], turn on the POWER switch.
2 . Use [PARAMETER G/ G] to select MIDI parameters.
3 . Press [SELECT/ VALUE G/ G] to set the value.
4 . Press either [TUNER], [VARIATION/ EDIT], [GK], or [SYSTEM] to stop the operation.
Factory
Setting
Setting
for FC-200
Parameter No.
Value
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
b
c
d
E
MIDI CH (Setting for MIDI channel)
OMNI (Setting for Omni mode)
DEVICE ID (Setting for Device ID)
Foot Volume (Controller No.)
WAH (Controller No.)
1–16
1
On
1
1
On
1
On, OFF
1–32
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
1–31, 64–95
7
7
7
7
TUNER (Controller No.)
80
65
66
67
68
69
70
75
64
80
65
66
67
68
69
70
75
76
EFX (Controller No.)
DELAY (Controller No.)
CHORUS (Controller No.)
REVERB (Controller No.)
TAP (Controller No.)
CAPO (Controller No.)
USER/ PRESET (Controller No.)
MANUAL/ MEMORY (Controller No.) 1–31, 64–95
* If two or all of “6 TUNER,” “d PRESET/USER,” and “E MANUAL/MEMORY” are set to the same controller number, control will be
given priority in the order of 1: 6 TUNER, 2: E MANUAL/MEMORY, and 3: d PRESET/USER, and control of the remaining
parameter(s) will be disabled.
With the foot volume and the WAH controller number both set to the same number, you can use a single expression pedal to
control both the volume and the wah effect, the pedal acting as a wah pedal when the WAH effect is on, and as a volume
pedal when the wah effect is off.
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Effe ct co n n e ctio n o rd e r
fig.105
INPUT
When EFX is set to
WAH, SLOW GEAR
or COMP
GUITAR
GK
COSM
COSM
AMPLIFIER
EFX
DELAY
CHORUS
REVERB
IN
INPUT
When EFX is set to
TREMOLO,
COSM
GUITAR
COSM
AMPLIFIER
PHASER
or FLANGER
EFX
DELAY
CHORUS
REVERB
GK
IN
Blo ck d ia g ra m
fig.106
LINE OUT
L (MONO)
INPUT
GK IN
R
SPEAKER
DSP
L
AMP
AMP
R
MASTER
VOLUME
EXT IN
PHONES
L (MONO)
R
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A separate publication titled “MIDI Implementation” is also available. It provides complete details concerning the way MIDI has been
implemented on this unit. If you should require this publication (such as when you intend to carry out byte-level programming), please contact
the nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor.
MIDI Implementation Chart
V-GUITAR AMPLIFIER
Model VGA-7
Date : Aug. 1, 2000
Version : 1.00
MIDI Implementation Chart
Transmitted
Recognized
Remarks
Function...
Basic
Default
1–16
1–16
Memorized
Channel
Changed
1–16
1–16
Default
Messages
Altered
X
X
OMNI ON/OFF
X
Memorized
Mode
**************
Note
Number :
X
X
True Voice
**************
Note ON
Note OFF
X
X
X
X
Velocity
After
Touch
Key's
Ch's
X
X
X
X
Pitch Bend
X
X
0, 32
1–31
64–95
X
X
X
O
O
O
*1
*2
*2
Bank Select
Control
Change
Prog
Change
X
X
O
0–79
: True #
Program Number
*3
*4
System Exclusive
O
O
: Song Pos
: Song Sel
: Tune
X
X
X
X
X
X
System
Common
System
Real Time
: Clock
: Command
X
X
X
X
: All sound off
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
:
Local ON/ OFF
: All Notes OFF
: Active Sense
: Reset
Aux
Message
* 1 This ignores the LSB.
* 2 This recognize the message set for “Parameters realtime control.”
Notes
* 3 Bulk data can be transmitted only when the MIDI Bulk Dump screen is displayed.
* 4 Bulk data can be received only when the MIDI Bulk Load screen is displayed.
Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY
Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO
O : Yes
X : No
Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO
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Sp e cifica tio n s
VGA-7 : V-Gu ita r Am p lifie r
EFFECTS section
G Ra te d Po w e r O u tp u t
EFX:
EFX button
130 W (65 W + 65 W)
SELECT button
Control knob x 2
DELAY button
TAP TEMPO button
FEEDBACK knob
LEVEL knob
G Pa tch e s
160 (Preset: 80 + User: 80)
DELAY:
G N o m in a l In p u t Le ve l (1 k Hz)
INPUT HIGH: -10 dBu/ 470 kΩ
INPUT LOW:
EXT IN:
0 dBu/ 330 kΩ
CHORUS:
REVERB:
CHORUS button
INTENSITY knob
REVERB button
LEVEL knob
+4 dBu
G N o m in a l O u tp u t Le ve l
LINE OUT:
+4 dBu
Master section
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
TUNER button
VARIATION/ EDIT button
GK button
G Sp e a k e rs
(30 cm + Horn Tweeter) x 2
SYSTEM button
G Disp la y
WRITE button
8 segments 3 characters LED
PRESET/ USER button
BANK G button
G Co n tro ls
BANK G button
COSM GUITAR section
TYPE button
NUMBER G button
NUMBER G button
MANUAL button
Direct number button (A/ B, 1/ 6–5/ 10)
TUNER indicator
MASTER knob
PICKUP button
TUNING button
CAPO button
COSM AMPLIFIER section
AMP TYPE button
GAIN knob
POWER switch
G Co n n e cto rs
VOLUME knob
GK IN connector
EQUALIZER:
BASS knob
INPUT jacks (HIGH, LOW)
PHONES jack
MIDDLE knob
TREBLE knob
LINE OUT jacks (L(MONO)/ R)
EXT IN jacks (L(MONO)/ R)
EXP PEDAL jack
PRESENCE knob
SPEAKER TYPE button
EFX jack
DELAY jack (TIP: ON/ OFF, RING: TAP TEMPO)
CHORUS jack
REVERB jack
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT/ THRU)
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G Po w e r Su p p ly
AC 117 V, 230 V or 240 V
G Po w e r Co n su m p tio n
160 W (117 V, 230 V, 240 V)
G Dim e n sio n s
770 (W) x 300 (D) x 640 (H) mm
30 - 3/ 8 (W) x 11-13/ 16 (D) x 25 - 1/ 4 (H) inches
(Include casters)
G W e ig h t
37.6 kg / 82 lbs 15 oz
G Acce sso rie s
GK Connecting Cable: C-13A (5 m)
Casters (x4)
Owner’s Manual
Preset Patch List
G O p tio n s
Divided Pickup: GK-2A
Unit Selector: US-20
Expression Pedal: EV-5, FV-300L (BOSS)
Foot Switch: FS-5U (BOSS), FS-5L (BOSS)
MIDI Foot Controller: FC-200
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications
and/ or appearance of this unit are subject to change
without prior notice.
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Numerics
G
H
A
B
C
COSM AMPLIFIER ....................................................... 28
D
E
F
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R
S
T
U
V
W
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For EU Countries
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
Apparatus containing
Lithium batteries
Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved
fejlagtig håndtering.
Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af
samme fabrikat og type.
VARNING
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.
Använd samma batterityp eller en
ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av
apparattillverkaren.
Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til
leverandøren.
Kassera använt batteri enligt
fabrikantens instruktion.
ADVARSEL
Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av
batteri.
VAROITUS
Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on
virheellisesti asennettu.
Benytt samme batteritype eller en
tilsvarende type anbefalt av
apparatfabrikanten.
Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruks joner.
Vaihda paristo ainoastaan
laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan
tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo
valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
For EU Countries
This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
–
–
–
–
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.
For Canada
NOTICE
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as
shown below.
PAN AMA
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Boulevard Andrews, Albrook,
Panama City,
REP. DE PANAMA
TEL: (507) 315-0101
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ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung Shan
N.Road Sec.2, Taipei, TAIWAN,
R.O.C.
ITALY
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825 Amman 11118 JORDAN
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NORWAY
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Abdullah Salem Street,
Safat KUWAIT
PARAGUAY
Distribuidora De
Instrumentos Musicales
J.E. Olear y ESQ. Manduvira
Edeficio, El Dorado Planta Baja
Asuncion PARAGUAY
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Theera Music Co. , Ltd.
330 Verng NakornKasem, Soi 2,
Bangkok 10100, THAILAND
TEL: (02) 2248821
TEL: 5719499
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Maison FO - YAM Marcel
25 Rue Jules Merman, ZL
Chaudron - BP79 97491
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P.O. Box 16-5857 Gergi Zeidan St.
Chahine Building, Achrafieh
Beirut, LEBANON
TEL: 595-21-492147
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UL. Gibraltarska 4.
PL-03664 Warszawa POLAND
TEL: (022) 679 44 19
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VIDEO Broadcast S.A.
Portinari 199 (ESQ. HALS),
San Borja, Lima 41,
REP. OF PERU
TEL: 51-14-758226
VIETN AM
Saigon Music
138 Tran Quang Khai St.,
District 1
Ho Chi Minh City
VIETNAM
TEL: (08) 844-4068
TEL: (01) 335799
SO UTH AFRICA
That Other Music Shop
(PTY) Ltd.
11 Melle Street (Cnr Melle and
Juta Street)
Braamfontein, 2001,
Republic of SOUTH AFRICA
TEL: (011) 403 4105
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Badie Studio & Stores
P.O. Box 62,
DOHA QATAR
TEL: 423554
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Tecnologias Musica e Audio,
Roland Portugal, S.A.
RUA DE SANTA CARARINA
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Cuareim 1844, Montevideo,
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AUSTRALIA/
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TEL: 5982-924-2335
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Electronics APL
P.O. Box 2154 ALKHOBAR 31952,
SAUDI ARABIA
TEL: (022) 208 4456
Paul Bothner (PTY) Ltd.
17 Werdmuller Centre Claremont
7700
VEN EZUELA
RO MAN IA
FBS LINES
Plata Libertatii 1.
RO-4200 Cheorgheni
TEL: (066) 164-609
Musicland Digital C.A.
Av. Francisco de Miranda,
Centro Parque de Cristal, Nivel
C2 Local 20 Caracas
AUSTRALIA
Roland Corporation
Australia Pty., Ltd.
38 Campbell Avenue
Dee Why West. NSW 2099
AUSTRALIA
Republic of SOUTH AFRICA
TEL: (03) 898 2081
P.O. Box 23032
VENEZUELA
TEL: (02) 285 9218
Claremont, Cape Town
SOUTH AFRICA, 7735
TEL: (021) 64 4030
SYRIA
Technical Light & Sound
Center
Khaled Ibn Al Walid St.
P.O. Box 13520
Damascus - SYRIA
TEL: (011) 2235 384
RUSSIA
TEL: (02) 9982 8266
Slami Music Company
Sadojava-Triumfalnaja st., 16
103006 Moscow, RUSSIA
TEL: 095 209 2193
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Roland Corporation (NZ) Ltd.
97 Mt. Eden Road, Mt. Eden,
Auckland 3, NEW ZEALAND
TEL: (09) 3098 715
AUSTRIA
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Siemensstrasse 4, P.O. Box 74,
A-6063 RUM, AUSTRIA
SPAIN
Roland Electronics
de España, S. A.
Calle Bolivia 239, 08020
Barcelona, SPAIN
CHIN A
Beijing Xinghai Musical
Instruments Co., Ltd.
6 Huangmuchang Chao Yang
District, Beijing, CHINA
TEL: (010) 6774 7491
TURKEY
Barkat muzik aletleri ithalat
ve ihracat Ltd Sti
Siraselviler cad.Guney is hani 84-
86/ 6, Taksim. Istanbul. TURKEY
TEL: (0212) 2499324
TEL: (0512) 26 44 260
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AMERICA
BELGIUM/ HOLLAND/
LUXEMBO URG
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Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel
(Westerlo) BELGIUM
TEL: (014) 575811
TEL: (93) 308 1000
SW EDEN
HO N G KO N G
Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.
Service Division
22-32 Pun Shan Street, Tsuen
Wan, New Territories,
HONG KONG
ARGEN TIN A
Roland Scandinavia A/S
SWEDISH SALES OFFICE
Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.
S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN
TEL: (08) 702 0020
U.A.E.
Zak Electronics & Musical
Instruments Co. L.L.C.
Zabeel Road, Al Sherooq Bldg.,
No. 14, Grand Floor DUBAI
U.A.E.
Instrumentos Musicales S.A.
Florida 656 2nd Floor
Office Number 206A
Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA, CP1005
TEL: (54-11) 4- 393-6057
DEN MARK
TEL: 2415 0911
Roland Scandinavia A/S
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,
DK-2100 Copenhagen
DENMARK
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Musitronic AG
Gerberstrasse 5, CH-4410 Liestal,
SWITZERLAND
TEL: (04) 3360715
IN DIA
BRAZIL
Roland Brasil Ltda.
R. Coronel Octaviano da Silveira
203 05522-010
Sao Paulo BRAZIL
TEL: (011) 3743 9377
Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.
409, Nirman Kendra Mahalaxmi
Flats Compound Off. Dr. Edwin
Moses Road, Mumbai-400011,
INDIA
TEL: (039)16 6200
N O RTH AMERICA
TEL: (061) 921 1615
FRAN CE
Roland France SA
4, Rue Paul Henri SPAAK,
Parc de l'Esplanade, F 77 462 St.
Thibault, Lagny Cedex FRANCE
TEL: 01 600 73 500
CAN ADA
Roland Canada Music Ltd.
(Head Office)
5480 Parkwood Way Richmond
B. C., V6V 2M4 CANADA
TEL: (0604) 270 6626
TEL: (022) 498 3079
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TIC-TAC
CO STA RICA
JUAN Bansbach
Instrumentos Musicales
Ave.1. Calle 11, Apartado 10237,
San Jose, COSTA RICA
TEL: (506)258-0211
IN DO N ESIA
PT Citra IntiRama
J1. Cideng Timur No. 15J-150
Jakarta Pusat
INDONESIA
TEL: (021) 6324170
Mira Str. 19/ 108
P.O. Box 180
295400 Munkachevo, UKRAINE
TEL: (03131) 414-40
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Roland Scandinavia As,
Filial Finland
Lauttasaarentie 54 B
Fin-00201 Helsinki, FINLAND
TEL: (9) 682 4020
Roland Canada Music Ltd.
(Toronto Office)
Unit 2, 109 Woodbine Downs
Blvd, Etobicoke, ON
M9W 6Y1 CANADA
TEL: (0416) 213 9707
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Roland (U.K.) Ltd.
Atlantic Close, Swansea
Enterprise Park, SWANSEA
SA7 9FJ,
CHILE
KO REA
Comercial Fancy S.A.
Avenida Rancagua #0330
Providencia Santiago, CHILE
TEL: 56-2-373-9100
Cosmos Corporation
1461-9, Seocho-Dong,
Seocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA
TEL: (02) 3486-8855
GERMAN Y
Roland Elektronische
UNITED KINGDOM
TEL: (01792) 700139
U. S. A.
Roland Corporation U.S.
5100 S. Eastern Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938,
U. S. A.
Musikinstrumente HmbH.
Oststrasse 96, 22844 Norderstedt,
GERMANY
EL SALVADO R
MALAYSIA
OMNI MUSIC
MIDDLE EAST
Bentley Music SDN BHD
140 & 142, Jalan Bukit Bintang
55100 Kuala Lumpur,MALAYSIA
TEL: (03) 2443333
75 Avenida Notre YY Alameda,
Juan Pablo 2, No. 4010
San Salvador, EL SALVADOR
TEL: (503) 262-0788
TEL: (040) 52 60090
TEL: (323) 890 3700
GREECE
STOLLAS S.A.
Music Sound Light
155, New National Road
26422 Patras, GREECE
TEL: 061-435400
BAHRAIN
Moon Stores
Bab Al Bahrain Road,
P.O. Box 20077
State of BAHRAIN
TEL: 211 005
MEXICO
PHILIPPIN ES
Casa Veerkamp, s.a. de c.v.
Av. Toluca No. 323, Col. Olivar
de los Padres 01780 Mexico D.F.
MEXICO
G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.
339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue
Makati, Metro Manila 1200,
PHILIPPINES
HUN GARY
CYPRUS
Radex Sound Equipment Ltd.
17 Diagorou St., P.O. Box 2046,
Nicosia CYPRUS
TEL: (525) 668 04 80
TEL: (02) 899 9801
Intermusica Ltd.
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83
H-2046 Torokbalint, HUNGARY
TEL: (23) 511011
SIN GAPO RE
Swee Lee Company
150 Sims Drive,
SINGAPORE 387381
TEL: 748-1669
La Casa Wagner de
Guadalajara s.a. de c.v.
Av. Corona No. 202 S.J.
Guadalajara, Jalisco Mexico
C.P.44100 MEXICO
TEL: (02) 453 426
IRELAN D
Roland Ireland
Audio House, Belmont Court,
Donnybrook, Dublin 4.
Republic of IRELAND
TEL: (01) 2603501
ISRAEL
Halilit P. Greenspoon &
Sons Ltd.
8 Retzif Fa'aliya Hashnya St.
Tel-Aviv-Yaho ISRAEL
TEL: (03) 6823666
TEL: (3) 613 1414
CRISTOFORI MUSIC PTE
LTD
Blk 3014, Bedok Industrial Park E,
#02-2148, SINGAPORE 489980
TEL: 243 9555
As of June 1, 2000 (Roland)
02452478
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