BOSS VE-22 VOCAL PERFORMER

• Advanced Boss microphone effects and pro-level vocal preamp
• Features like automatic pitch correction ensure your vocals are always pitch-perfect
• With its onboard looper and three customizable switches, experimentation is at your fingertips
• Store your preferred setups efficiently with 50 pro presets and 99 memory slots

The Boss VE-22 Vocal Performer is a professional singing toolbox, engineered to transform your vocal performances to unparalleled heights. This innovative multi-effects processor boasts a multitude of high-grade BOSS enhancements, empowering you to create everything from sophisticated studio productions to astonishing voice-altering effects. With the VE-22, command and control of your vocal sound is firmly in your hands, providing key effects such as compressor, EQ, delay, and so much more to improve your tone.

Discover the joy of experimentation with the VE-22’s onboard looper and three user-customisable switches, tailored for both foot and hand operation. With the convenience of storing your preferred setups in 50 professional presets and 99 memory slots, you can be ready to perform at a moment’s notice. Whether powered by four AA batteries or an optional AC adaptor, the VE-22 Vocal Performer is your portable powerhouse, ready to amplify your vocal talents.

Exceptional BOSS vocal effects

Immerse yourself in a world of vocal enhancement with the VE-22, filled with the finest of BOSS’s acclaimed Vocal Performer technology. Energise your vocals with essential processing and bring your sound to life with mesmerising delays and reverbs. Then journey into a realm of sonic exploration with auto pitch, distortion, lo-fi, modulation, and more distinctive voice-altering effects. With 50 ready-to-play presets and 99 memory slots for your custom combinations, the VE-22 is adaptable to a wide variety of songs and styles.

Dazzling harmony effects

Leave your audience astounded with the VE-22’s robust harmony and doubling capabilities, allowing you to craft captivating ensemble effects from a single vocal source. Choose a mode, set the song key, and perform. Adjusting harmony voicing and levels is a breeze with the panel knobs, and you can control the harmony effects in real-time with an onboard switch during your performances.

Innovative and intuitive interface

The intuitive interface of the VE-22 inspires creativity in your live vocal sound. The Harmony, Effect, and Echo sections come with multi-function knobs for effortless tweaks to primary parameters, quick section disabling, or deep dive into intricate settings. The colour display and illuminated rings around the knobs aid visual clarity, while the three customisable switches allow both foot and hand operation. For additional control, hook up an expression pedal or external footswitches.

Perform with assurance

The VE-22 equips you to deliver stellar sound to any PA system, stage amplifier, or recorder. It features an XLR input and integrated preamp for professional stage microphones, along with phantom power for high-end condenser mics. A high/low gain switch, rear-panel sensitivity knob, and level meter enable precise input signal optimization for any mic type. Compressor, EQ, de-esser, and other studio-quality effects are at your fingertips to ensure a smooth, commanding performance.

Expressive connectivity

With USB-C, an analogue aux input, and a headphone jack, the VE-22 offers versatile vocal activity support, from daily practice and recording to live streaming on social media. Connect to a computer or mobile device and deliver mix-ready vocals directly to your music production software and streaming apps. Alternatively, you can play backing tracks through the VE-22 and sing along, enriching your warm-ups, song learning, and live performances.

Specifications

• Sample Rate: 48 kHz
• AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method
• AF method (Adaptive Focus method): 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.
• Nominal Input Level:
  • INPUT: -40 dBu (Adjustable)
  • AUX IN: -20 dBu
• Maximum Input Level:
  • INPUT: 0 dBu
  • AUX IN: 0 dBu
• Input Impedance:
  • INPUT: 4 k ohms
  • AUX IN: 27 k ohms
• Nominal Output Level:
  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -40 dBu
  • PHONES/LINE OUT: -10 dBu
• Output Impedance:
  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms
  • PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms
• 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
• 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)
• Dimensions: 218 (W) x 143 (D) x 64 (H) mm / 8-5/8 (W) x 5-11/16 (D) x 2-9/16 (H) inches
• Weight (including batteries): 910 g / 2 lbs 0.1 oz
• 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
• 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms