Take charge of your vocal sound with the VE-22, a portable multi-effects toolbox specially designed for singers. Perform with a diverse library of high-quality BOSS processing, from basic studio enhancement to dramatic voice-changing effects. Expand your range with real-time harmonies. And get creative with the free-flowing interface and versatile features for practice, recording, and online streaming. With the VE-22 in your chain, you’re primed and ready to deliver memorable, high-impact vocal performances everywhere you sing.
Standard Features
Advanced multi-effects processor with a versatile range of sound processing tools for vocalists
Enhance your sound with essential effects like compressor, EQ, delay, echo, reverb, and more
Create processed sounds with lo-fi, distortion, radio, ring mod, and other specialty effects
Automatic pitch correction for soft fine-tuning or aggressive electronic tones
Harmony and doubling functions for creating impressive ensemble vocal sounds
Dial in great sounds quickly with the intuitive interface
High-visibility color LCD and multi-function knobs for fast parameter access
50 ready-to-go pro presets and 99 memories for storing your own setups
XLR mic input with phantom power and mic sensitivity control
Two XLR outputs that can be configured for stereo, dual mono, or wet/dry mix + dry operation
USB-C® for recording and audio playback via a computer or mobile device*
Aux input for singing along with favorite songs and backing tracks
Onboard looper for practice, performance, and developing ideas
Three customizable switches with large surfaces designed for foot or hand operation
Jack for an expression pedal or up to two external footswitches
Powered via four AA batteries or an optional AC adaptor
Optional CB-VE22 bag for carrying the VE-22, a mic, cable, and accessories
SPECIFICATIONS
Sample Rate: 48 kHz
AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method AF method (Adaptive Focus method) is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.
OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms or greater PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms or greater
Display: Graphic color LCD 320 x 240 dots
Controls
HARMONY switch DOWN switch UP switch MENU button EXIT button PHONES/LINE knob MEMORY knob HARMONY knob EFFECT knob ECHO knob MIC SENS knob PHANTOM switch POWER switch
Connectors
INPUT connector: XLR type, balanced, phantom power (DC 48 V, 10 mA Max) OUTPUT L/MONO, R connectors: XLR type PHONES/LINE OUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type CTL1,2 / EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R) DC IN jack
Power Supply
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4 or AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)
Current Draw
260 mA (with phantom power) 180 mA (without phantom power)
Expected battery life under continuous use
Alkaline battery: Approximately 6 hours (with phantom power) Alkaline battery: Approximately 9 hours (without phantom power) * This can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use.
Accessories
STARTUP GUIDE Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4 Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA-S series Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7 Expression Pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5 Carrying Bag: CB-VE22
