Boss VE-22 Vocal Processor
Empower Your Vocals
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.
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
*Compatibility with all third-party devices and software is not guaranteed.
Specifications
- Sample Rate: 48 kHz
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AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method (Adaptive Focus 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.
- DA Conversion: 32 bits
- Processing: 32-bit floating point
- Effects: 39 types
- Memories: 99 (User) + 50 (Preset)
- Phrase Loop: 37 sec.
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Nominal Input Level:
- INPUT: -40 dBu (Adjustable)
- AUX IN: -20 dBu
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Maximum Input Level:
- INPUT: 0 dBu
- AUX IN: 0 dBu
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Input Impedance:
- INPUT: 4 k ohms
- AUX IN: 27 k ohms
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Nominal Output Level:
- OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -40 dBu
- PHONES/LINE OUT: -10 dBu
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Output Impedance:
- OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms
- PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms
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Recommended Load Impedance:
- OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms or greater
- PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms or greater
- Display: Graphic color LCD 320 x 240 dots
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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
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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
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Power Supply:
- Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
- or AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)
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Current Draw:
- 260 mA (with phantom power)
- 180 mA (without phantom power)
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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.
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Accessories:
- STARTUP GUIDE
- Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
- Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
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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