Roland VK-88-Set
Roland VK-88-Set Description:
Roland VK-88 Organ with Stand, Pedal Board, and Bench
The VK-88 Combo Organ is the ultimate instrument for players who crave the most authentic organ sound and feel. This gorgeous double-manual instrument incorporates Roland's advanced "Virtual ToneWheel" organ sound with COSM Amp and Rotary Speaker Modeling - plus waterfall keyboards that play just like a classic organ. A D Beam with multi-colored LED gives players enhanced realtime control, while two additional harmonic bars and Active Expression let players blend in other instrument tones.
The VK-88 is the ultimate instrument for players who crave authentic organ sound and feel. Retro-styled double-manual instrument incorporates advanced Virtual ToneWheel organ sound with COSM modeling, plus classic waterfall keyboards. A multi-colored LED D Beam gives enhanced realtime expression control, while two harmonic bars and Active Expression lets players blend together tones.
From the gorgeous wooden cabinet to the traditional panel layout, this organ captures the look of a classic. Fans of vintage organs will find the nine harmonic bars per manual (upper/lower), two harmonic bars for the pedal part, and two additional harmonic bars for orchestral tones intuitive and natural.
The advanced Virtual ToneWheel sound engine gives players their choice of four authentic tone wheel types - Vintage 1, Vintage 2, Solid and Clean. The sound can be adjusted even further using the harmonic bars. Adjustable leakage level and click sounds add even more yesteryear ambience.
the VK-88 sports four types of COSM amp models in addition to its accurate vintage rotary speaker model. Now you can get any organ tone imaginable - from the clean sound of a gospel organ to the gritty sound of a rock organ with righteous tone and distortion.
The light-sensing D Beam controller offers direct manipulation over a variety of preset options such as rotary speed (Slow/Fast). And with Active Expression, players can slowly fade in one of the VK-88's Orchestral Tones using an optional EV-7 Expression Pedal.
By adding the optional PK-25, players gain a 25-note pedalboard ideal for playing bass. Designed to match the distinctive look of the VK-88, the PK-25 also includes a detachable expression pedal and two footswitches. Pair up the VK-88 with Roland's KC-1000 stereo mixing amplifier, and get 310W of powerful sound with unique RSS ambient effects, split-frequency compression, and ultrarealistic cabinet reverberation.
Roland VK-88-Set Features:
- Flagship combo organ with two 61-note manuals and Virtual ToneWheel technology
- Dual waterfall keyboards with quick-firing keys - great for playing glissandos
- Includes Orchestral Tones like piano, strings, brass and outstanding choir sounds
- 9 harmonic bars per manual (upper/lower), two harmonic bars for pedal part, plus two harmonic bars for Orchestral Tones
- 4 types of COSM Amp Modeling including overdriven sounds
- Rotary speaker modeling simulates a well-known rotary speaker
- Active Expression lets players fade in an Orchestral Tone via expression pedal
- D Beam controller with multi-colored LED and templates for easy realtime control
- Onboard reverb, vibrato and chorus effects
- Authentic solid wood cabinet
Authentic In Every Way
Even the most sophisticated organ aficionado will revel in the beautifully designed VK-88. Its gorgeous wooden cabinet captures the look of a classic, while the traditional panel layout - with nine harmonic bars per manual (upper/lower), two harmonic bars for the pedal part, and two additional harmonic bars for Orchestral Tones - gives players intuitive control of the organ sound. Dual waterfall keyboards with quick-firing keys make it possible to play using traditional organ techniques like glissandos.
Advanced Virtual ToneWheel Sound
The VK-88's organ sounds are based on the same advanced Virtual ToneWheel sound engine used in the acclaimed VK-8 Combo Organ. Players can choose from four authentic tone wheel types - Vintage 1, Vintage 2, Solid and Clean - and then further adjust the sound using the harmonic bars. The VK-88 even lets players adjust the leakage level and click sound - just like the organs of yesteryear!
COSM Amp and Rotary Speaker Modeling
In addition to its ability to accurately model the sound of a vintage rotary speaker, the VK-88 sports four types of COSM amp models. Now you can get any organ tone imaginable - from the clean sound of a gospel organ to the gritty sound of a rock organ (courtesy of the newly developed COSM Amp Type IV, which features an incredible gain stage for down-right killer distortion).
Built for Performers
Take your performance to the next level with the light-sensing D Beam controller. Using an infrared beam of light with an LED that changes color depending on the proximity of your hand, you can control a variety of preset options like rotary speed (Slow/Fast). And with Active Expression, players can slowly fade in one of the VK-88's Orchestral Tones using an optional EV-7 Expression Pedal. These additional tones offer new possibilities for organ performance, while 64 User registrations make for quick and easy recall.
Super Size Your Combo!
By adding the optional PK-25, players gain a 25-note pedalboard ideal for playing bass. Designed to match the distinctive look of the VK-88, the PK-25 also includes a detachable expression pedal and two footswitches. Pair up the VK-88 with Roland's KC-1000 stereo mixing amplifier, and you'll get 310 watts of powerful sound with unique RSS® ambient effects, split-frequency compression and ultra-realistic tone cabinet reverberation.
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