Names of Things and What They Do

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Front
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1 USB MEMORY p. 22 5 MIC p. 19
Connect USB memory here. Connect the included microphone here.
Audio files saved on USB memory can be played back (p. 68), The MIC input jack supports both XLR type and phone
and phrases recorded using SOUND LOOPER (p. 74) can be type plugs. The XLR type connector provides 48 V phantom
stored on USB memory. You can also save registration sets to power, allowing you to connect a phantom-powered
USB memory, or load previously-saved registration sets into condenser microphone.
the VP-770 (p. 103).
[PHANTOM] Button p. 19
2 VOLUME p. 26 Turn this on if you’re using a phantom-powered condenser
microphone.
Adjusts the overall volume of the VP-770.
* Turn this off if you’re using the included microphone.
3 V-LINK p. 118
[INPUT EFFECT] Button p. 32
This button turns the V-LINK function on/off.
This applies an effect to the microphone input. Turn this on if
When you press this button to turn V-LINK on, the button will
you want to use an input effect.
light blue.
[MIC ON/OFF] Button p. 31
4 D BEAM p. 60 Turn this on if you want to use the microphone.
Here you can switch the D Beam function on/off. This lets [DIRECT] Knob p. 30
you apply various effects to the sound by moving your hand This adjusts the volume of the live audio from the
above the sensor. microphone input.
[PITCH] Button p. 60 [LEVEL] Knob/Indicator p. 28
This lets you use the D Beam controller to control the pitch
This adjusts/indicates the mic’s input level.
(This is the same effect as the pitch bend lever.)
[FILTER] Button p. 60 6 SOUND LOOPER p. 74
This lets you use the D Beam controller to control the This function lets you record, overdub, and loop-playback
brightness of the sound. your performance.
[EXPRESSION] Button p. 60 [AUTO START] Button p. 74
This lets you use the D Beam controller to control the If you’ve pressed this button to turn it on, recording will
expression. begin the moment you start performing.
[STOP] Button p. 75
This stops recording or loop playback.
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 [REC/PLAY] Button p. 74 10 ENSEMBLE p. 42
This starts recording, overdubbing, or playback.
Here you can select an Ensemble sound and modify it.
[SAVE TO USB MEMORY] Button p. 76
[STRINGS], [BRASS], [GUITAR], [OTHERS], [PAD],
This saves the recorded phrase to USB memory.
[SYNTH STRINGS], [CHOIR], [JAZZ SCAT] Buttons p. 42
7 AUDIO KEY/ p. 68 These select the sound of the Ensemble part.
BASS & PERCUSSION p. 48 [TONE] Slider p. 45
[AUDIO KEY] Button p. 68 This adjusts the tone of the Ensemble part.
The C2–D3 keys of the keyboard will play back audio files [ATTACK] Slider p. 46
stored in USB memory. This adjusts the attack of the Ensemble part.
[BASS] Button p. 48 [LEVEL] Slider p. 44
The C2–E3 keys of the keyboard will play the bass sound. This adjusts the volume of the Ensemble part.
[PERC] Button p. 48 [VOICE EXPRESSION] Button p. 66
The C2–E3 keys of the keyboard will play percussion. This lets you use your voice to adjust the volume of the
Ensemble part.
8 Display
Various information is shown here as you operate the VP-770. 11 REGISTRATION p. 78
[F1], [F2] Buttons These buttons let you store different combinations of Vocal
These buttons execute different functions according to the Designer and Ensemble sounds along with various settings.
contents shown in the display. 12 KEYBOARD p. 52
[MENU] Button p. 94 Here you can raise or lower the pitch of the keyboard in steps
Accesses the MENU screen in the screen. of semitones or octaves.
[EXIT] Button
Returns to the previous screen. In some screens, this button
13 AMBIENCE p. 50
cancels the operation that’s being executed. Here you can adjust the type and depth of ambience
(reverberation).
[SHIFT] Button
Use this button in conjunction with other buttons. [TYPE] Button p. 50
This selects the type of reverberation.
Cursor Buttons
These buttons move the cursor position up/down/left/right. [DEPTH] Knob p. 50
In the EDIT screen, you can change a value in steps of one by This adjusts the amount of reverberation.
pressing the cursor [ ] or [ ] button.
14 VIBRATO p. 41
Value Dial
Here you can adjust the vibrato.
Use this to modify a value.
By holding down the [SHIFT] button and turning the value [RATE] Knob p. 41
dial you can change a value in larger steps. This adjusts the vibrato speed.
[DELAY TIME] Knob p. 41
9 VOCAL DESIGNER p. 27
This adjusts the time until vibrato begins to apply.
Here you can select a Vocal Designer sound and modify it.
[DEPTH] Knob p. 41
[CLASSIC], [MALE & FEMALE], [GOSPEL], [POP], This adjusts the vibrato depth.
[BACKGROUND], [VOCODER] Buttons p. 27
These select the sound of the Vocal Designer part. 15 [S1], [S2] Buttons p. 58
[TONE] Slider p. 34 By pressing the [S1] or [S2] button you can apply an effect to
This adjusts the tone of the Vocal Designer. the sound or modify it. You can assign various functions to
these switches.
[AFTERTOUCH] Button p. 64
This lets you use aftertouch to control the Vocal Designer 16 Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever p. 56
tone.
You can use this to modify the pitch or apply vibrato.
[8va] Button p. 35
This shifts the Vocal Designer one octave higher in pitch.
[AUTO HARMONY] Button p. 36
This turns on the Auto Harmony function, which
automatically adds a backing chorus to your vocal.
[AUTO NOTE] Button p. 38
This turns on the Auto Note function that lets you produce
sound without having to play the keyboard.
[RELEASE] Slider p. 40
This adjusts the release of the Vocal Designer and Ensemble
part.
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Rear
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17 [POWER ON] Switch p. 24 25 PHONES Jack p. 18
This turns the power on/off. This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold separately).
* If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn
off the [POWER ON] switch, then unplug the power cord
from the power outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” chapter in
“Using the Unit Safely” (separate document).

18 AC IN Connector p. 17
Connect the included power code here.

19 [DISPLAY CONTRAST] Knob p. 25

Adjust the display’s contrast. Please be aware that in the screen shots shown in this
document, the registration names and tone names differ from
20 MIDI Connectors p. 116 the factory settings.
Connect these to external MIDI devices.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “USING THE UNIT
21 PEDAL Jacks p. 21, 62 SAFELY”, and “IMPORTANT NOTES” chapter in “Using the Unit
Connect these an expression pedal, foot switch and hold Safely” (separate document). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
pedal. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a
good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’
22 Cable Clamp p. 21 s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Pass the microphone cable through this clamp.

23 EXT IN Jack p. 20, 112 * MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed
Connect an external synthesizer or microphone (phone from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia
plug). Corporation.

24 OUTPUT Jacks p. 18 * MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent

These jacks output the VP-770’s sound in stereo (L/R). portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which
was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL).
OUTPUT A (MIX) (L/MONO, R) p. 18
Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.
These jacks output the audio signal in stereo to your amp or
mixer. If you’re outputting in monaural, connect to the L jack. * MatrixQuest™ 2009 TEPCO UQUEST, LTD. All rights reserved.
OUTPUT B (L, R) p. 98 The VP-770’s USB functionality uses MatrixQuest middleware
Depending on the system setting “Out B Assign” (p. 98), these technology from TEPCO UQUEST, LTD.
jacks can independently output the ambience component,
the ensemble part, or the audio signal of the audio key. * All product names mentioned in this document are
If you connect a plug to the OUTPUT B jack, the audio signal trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
specified by the system setting “Out B Assign” will not be owners.
output from the OUTPUT A jack.

Copyright © 2009 ROLAND CORPORATION

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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Contents
Names of Things and What They Do ........................................................................................................2
The Ancestry of the VP ..................................................................................................................................9
Features of the VP-770 ..................................................................................................................................10
An Overview of the VP-770 .........................................................................................................................11
About Vocal Designer ....................................................................................................................................12
Introducing the Sounds................................................................................................................................13

Making Connections 15
Placing the VP-770 on the KS-12 Stand ...............................................................16
Connect the Power Cord (AC IN) ............................................................................17
Connecting Your Amp or Speakers (OUTPUT/PHONES) ................................18
Connecting Your Microphone (MIC) .....................................................................19
Connecting a Pedal (FOOT PEDAL HOLD/CTRL 1/CTRL 2)............................21
Connecting USB Memory (Sold Separately) ......................................................22

Performing 23
Turning On/Off the Power (POWER ON).................................................................................................24
Adjusting the Display Contrast (DISPLAY CONTRAST) ...................................25
Adjusting the Volume (VOLUME)..............................................................................................................26
Performing with Vocal Designer (VOCAL DESIGNER) ........................................................................27
Selecting a Sound........................................................................................................27
Adjusting the Microphone Input Level (MIC LEVEL) .......................................28
Performing with Vocal Designer ............................................................................29
Adding Your Unprocessed Voice (DIRECT) .........................................................30
Switching Off the Microphone (MIC ON/OFF)...................................................31
Applying Effects to the Microphone (INPUT EFFECT) ....................................32
Adjusting the Vocal Designer Tone (VOCAL DESIGNER TONE) ....................34
Raising Vocal Designer’s Pitch by One Octave (8va) .......................................35
Using the Auto Harmony Function (AUTO HARMONY) .................................36
Playing the Vocal Designer Using Only the Microphone (AUTO NOTE)...38
Adding an Effect when You Apply Pressure to the Keyboard
(AFTERTOUCH) ..............................................................................................................39
Adjusting the Release of the Notes (RELEASE) ..................................................40
Adjusting the Vibrato (VIBRATO) ............................................................................41
Performing with Ensemble (ENSEMBLE) ................................................................................................42
Selecting a Sound........................................................................................................42
Performing with Ensemble ......................................................................................43
Adjusting the Ensemble Volume (ENSEMBLE LEVEL) .....................................44
Adjusting the Ensemble Tone (ENSEMBLE TONE) ............................................45
Adjusting the Ensemble Attack (ATTACK) ...........................................................46
Using the Microphone to Add Expression to the Ensemble
(VOICE EXPRESSION) ..................................................................................................47
Performing with Bass & Percussion (BASS & PERCUSSION) .............................................................48
Selecting a sound ........................................................................................................48
Performing with Bass & Percussion.......................................................................49
Adjusting the Bass & Percussion Volume ............................................................49
Adjusting the Ambience (AMBIENCE) .....................................................................................................50

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 Using Controllers 51
Shifting Octave Up or Down (+OCT/-OCT) ...........................................................................................52
Shifting Up or Down by Semitones (TRANSPOSE)..............................................................................53
Splitting the Keyboard Into Vocal Designer and Ensemble Zones (SPLIT) ................................54
Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity..........................................................................................................55
Using the Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever (PITCH BEND) ..................................................................56
Using the [S1]/[S2] Buttons (S1/S2) ..........................................................................................................58
Using the D Beam (D BEAM) .......................................................................................................................60
Using Pedals (HOLD PEDAL/CTRL PEDAL) .............................................................................................62
Adding an Effect by Applying Pressure to the Keyboard (AFTERTOUCH)..................................64
Using a Microphone to Control Expression (VOICE EXPRESSION) ................................................66

Using Audio Files 67

Performing with Audio Files (AUDIO KEY) .............................................................................................68
Performing with Audio Files from USB Memory ..............................................68
Selecting the Audio File Set .....................................................................................70
Changing the Audio File Settings ..........................................................................70
Adjusting the Volume of the Audio Key ..............................................................72
Types of Audio Files That the VP-770 Can Play ..................................................73
Recording Loop Phrases (SOUND LOOPER) ..........................................................................................74
Recording a Phrase......................................................................................................74
Playing Back the Recorded Phrase ........................................................................75
Overdubbing Phrases (Recording Another Layer) ...........................................75
Erasing the Phrase .......................................................................................................76
Saving the Phrase to USB Memory ........................................................................76
Adjusting the Volume of the Phrase .....................................................................76

Storing Sounds and Settings (Registration) 77

Recalling a Registration (REGISTRATION) ...............................................................................................78
Selecting the Registration Bankk ............................................................................. 79
Recalling a Registration .............................................................................................79
Initializing a Registration .............................................................................................................................80
Saving a Registration (REGISTRATION WRITE) ......................................................................................81
Editing a Registration ....................................................................................................................................82
Registration Parameters ...............................................................................................................................83
REGISTRATION EDITT .................................................................................................... 83
REGIST CONTROL .........................................................................................................83
VOCAL DESIGNER EDITT .............................................................................................. 86
ENSEMBLE EDITT ............................................................................................................ 88
BASS & PERC EDITT ........................................................................................................ 92

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Menu Reference 93
Basic Menu Operation (MENU) ..................................................................................................................94
System Settings (SYSTEM) ...........................................................................................................................95
Saving the System Settings (SYSTEM WRITE)........................................................................................96
System Parameters .........................................................................................................................................97
SYSTEM MIDI..................................................................................................................97
SYSTEM SOUND............................................................................................................98
SYSTEM CONTROL .......................................................................................................99
Input Effect Settings (INPUT EFFECTS) ....................................................................................................102
Backing Up to USB Memory (UTILITY–PROJECT) ................................................................................103
Backing Up to USB Memory (USER BACKUP) .....................................................103
Restoring the Backup Data (USER RESTORE) .....................................................105
Format USB Memory ..................................................................................................106
Transmitting Registration Data to an External MIDI Device (UTILITY–BULK DUMP) ..............107
Checking the VP-770’s Version (UTILITY–VERSION INFO) ..............................108
Screensaver Settings (UTILITY–SCREENSAVER )...................................................................................109
Reset to Default Factory Settings (FACTORY RESET) ..........................................................................110

Applications 111
Using the Sound of an External Synthesizer (EXT IN) ........................................................................112
“Performing” Sound from Drums or a Portable Music Player..........................................................114

Appendix 115
Connecting the VP-770 with MIDI Equipment .....................................................................................116
About V-LINK K .................................................................................................................................................... 118
MIDI Implementation Chart ........................................................................................................................120
Main Specifications ........................................................................................................................................121
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................................122
Error Messages.................................................................................................................................................123
Index ....................................................................................................................................................................124
Information .......................................................................................................................................................127

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 Play Like Yo u’re Singing.

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The Ancestr y of the VP

1939 marks the invention of the “vocoder,” a method of compressing a vocal signal.
Subsequently used during World War II as a way to scramble communications, the vocoder
began to achieve popularity as an electronic musical instrument in the 1970’s. Most vocoders of

that time didn’t provide a keyboard or carrier signal (analogous to the vocal cords of a human),
so you had to separately provide a synthesizer in order to produce sound.

1979 was the year in which Roland released the VP-330, a new idea that combined a
vocoder with a strings-type keyboard, making it simple to produce sound without needing
to use other equipment. The VP-330 enabled you to create distinctive vocal sounds without

specialized knowledge of vocoder parameters, and still continues to be loved by musicians

around the world.

2006 saw the appearance of the VP-550, featuring Roland’s “Vocal Designer” human vocal
modeling technology—a leap beyond vocoding.

2009 now sees the birth of the VP-770, bringing you a further evolution of Vocal Designer
and cutting-edge SuperNATURAL technology.

“Ultimate vocals for all musicians” – that’s the mission of the VP.

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 Features of the VP-770

The VP-770 is a keyboard featuring cutting-edge “Vocal Designer” human vocal modeling
technology. Just connect a microphone, play the keyboard while you sing, and let the VP-770
model incredibly realistic and natural vocals.

Highest Quality Vocals

Unlike the choir sounds you’ve heard from samplers and synthesizers, the “Vocal Designer”
modeling technology built into the VP-770 lets you actually “sing the lyrics” — and it generates
natural and realistic vocals that are simply beyond all comparison with conventional vocoders.

In other words, the VP-770 lets you do it all; from beautiful choirs echoing in a cathedral, to funky
gospel, to background choruses for pop and rock bands.

No longer will you need to call multiple vocalists to your live performances or recording sessions.

Simply play the VP-770 and start enjoying the top quality vocal sounds you’ve dreamed of.

Rich Ensembles
In addition to Vocal Designer, the VP-770 features “ensemble” parts that use SuperNATURAL technology and
carefully selected high-quality PCM (digitally sampled) sounds.

Brass ensembles using SuperNATURAL technology, richly expressive strings, and a broad range of high-
quality choir sounds can be layered with Vocal Designer, allowing you to perform unbelievably rich
ensembles.

By using “Bass and Percussion” you can also perform voice bass or voice percussion.

In addition, you can use the “Audio Key” function to layer the playback of audio files saved on USB
memory (sold separately).

This means that all by itself, the VP-770 lets you rival an orchestra or a cappella group.

Roland SuperNATURAL Technology

Proprietary Roland sound generation technology that realistically reproduces the tonal
changes and performance techniques distinctive of an acoustic instrument, allowing
you to perform music that is natural and richly expressive.

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 An Overview of the VP-770
The VP-770 has three parts, and each part occupies its own section of the front panel.

If you turn on a sound button for a part, you’ll be able to play that part.
If you turn on a sound button for two or more parts, you’ll be able to play those parts simultaneously.
By combining these parts, you can make the VP-770 produce an incredible range of vocal sounds.

PROJECT SYSTEM
All settings of the VP-770 can be saved to USB memory as a “project.” System memory stores settings that apply
to the entire VP-770 such as keyboard
REGISTRATION
A registration lets you store the “sound and settings” of each part;
you can then use the four banks of eight buttons to instantly recall 32 different settings (preset: 16, user: 16).

VOCAL DESIGNER
This part uses the keyboard and the microphone input to model vocal
sounds. Use the keyboard to control the pitch, and use the microphone
to control all other aspects of the sound.
Modulator
From the voice you input via the
Carrier microphone input, this extracts
This has the same role that the
the resonances (formants)
“vocal cords” play in a human
that result from the shape of
voice. According to the pitches
you play on the keyboard, this
your throat and larynx and the AMBIENCE
movement of your mouth, and
generates the signal that forms
uses these formants to modulate
the basis of the sound (tone and
the signal produced by the carrier. This section applies
pitch). Use the sound buttons to
This will reproduce not only the the ambience of a hall
switch between
loudness of your voice, but also or studio to the sound
different vocal
let the lyrics be heard clearly and from the three parts.
characters such
as classic or pop.

ENSEMBLE
This part lets you play high-quality sounds from the
keyboard. You can switch sounds (such as a brass
ensemble using SuperNATURAL technology, or a strings
sound) simply by selecting a sound button. By layering
the Ensemble part with the Vocal Designer you can
create even richer sounds.

BASS & PERCUSSION

If you turn on one of these sound buttons, the seventeen
eft-most keys of the keyboard will play voice bass or voice
percussion sounds. You can easily do things such as using
your left hand to play a bass line while using your right hand
to play the melody.

If you turn on the [AUDIO KEY] button, you’ll be able to use

SOUND LOOPER
the fifteen keys at the left side of the keyboard to play back
This lets you record a phrase you perform, and then
audio files saved on USB memory (sold separately).
play it back repeatedly. You can also save this phrase to
USB memory (sold separately) and use the Audio Key
function to play it.
 About Vocal Designer
“Vocal Designer” human vocal modeling technology is a further evolution of the “vocoder.” Here’s a simple
explanation of the vocoder.

What’s a Vocoder?
The “vocoder” was invented by the physicist H. Dudley in 1939 as a technology for compressing a voice
communication signal. Subsequently, musical instruments based on this technology were developed,
allowing you to play melodies and harmonies using a human voice. Of course, the audio source can be
anything (not just a human voice) but because the vocoder has its basis in the sound-producing structure
of the human voice, we’ll be talking about it in terms of how a human voice is produced.

If we ignore differences of loudness, pitch, and variation between individuals, the waveform produced
by our vocal cords is essentially identical regardless of what you’re saying (e.g., “ahh” or “eeh”). We can
distinguish spoken or sung words because of the various resonances (formants) created by our vocal
tract (the shape of our throat and the movement of the larynx and mouth) and additional sounds called
“fricatives,” “plosives,” and “sibilants” that are added in varying ways over time. The effect of the waveform
created by the vocal cords actually has a rather minimal effect on what the listener hears.

A vocoder analyzes these time-varying changes, electrically synthesizes the Resonances (formants)
shape of the throat and movements of the mouth (the formant movements), produced by the vocal
tract (shape of the
and uses these formants to modulate a musical signal (the carrier) rather than throat and larynx) and
the waveform produced by the vocal cords. The vocoder “voice” produced in movements of the mouth
this way was closer to that of a robot in a science fiction movie rather than the
voice of an actual human.

Vocal Designer uses cutting-edge modeling technology to bring about a

revolutionary leap in the accuracy of this synthesis, succeeding in generating
a “human voice” that is incomparably more realistic and natural than the
sounds produced by vocoders of the past. Vocal cords (carrier)

Play Like You’re Singing

Vocal Designer is constructed so that elements other than pitch are expressed by your voice via the
microphone. You play the keyboard to control the pitch.

Vocal Designer won’t produce sound if you are only vocalizing into the microphone or only playing the
keyboard. This means that in order to take advantage of Vocal Designer, the timing at which you play
the keyboard and vocalize into the microphone is extremely important. When you’re performing a rapid
passage, you will probably find it best to hold down the keys (or press the hold pedal ➞ p. 62) and use your
voice to play the rhythm.

Unlike on typical synthesizers, the volume is controlled by the microphone. Use your voice to draw the
curve. Using your voice, you can produce a range of expression that you might even find extreme.

The most important technique for taking advantage of Vocal Designer is to

“Play like you’re singing”

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Introducing the Sounds

VOCAL DESIGNER

Sound Description
CLASSIC Large choirs suitable for classical music. These are also a good choice for any choral sound—not
just classical—and will match nearly any style of music. They have a clear sound, and are a good
choice when you want the lyrics to be heard.
MALE & Mixed choirs with independent male and female parts. With sparser chords, they produce a
FEMALE deeper and more three-dimensional sound than “CLASSIC.” You’ll hear the female voices in the
high range, and the male voices in the low range. Female voices will be heard on the right side
of the stereo sound field, while male voices will be on the left side.
GOSPEL These choirs include the distinctive phrasings and irregularities that are distinctive of gospel
music. They are an ideal choice for jazz or gospel.
POP Choirs with a fewer number of members, broadly useful for popular music as well as songs that
contain rapid passages. The sound is clear, making these a good choice when the lyrics need to
be heard.
BACKGROUND Sounds suitable for a backing chorus.
VOCODER Vintage vocoder sounds.
* For some sounds, you can access a list of variation sounds by holding down the [SHIFT] button and
pressing the sound button. Use the value dial or the up/down cursor buttons to select a sound from the
list.

ENSEMBLE

Sound Description

STRINGS Acoustic string sounds with emphasis placed on the performance techniques that are
inherent to strings.

BRASS Brass sounds that use SuperNATURAL technology.

GUITAR Guitar sounds.

OTHERS Other sounds.

PAD Pad sounds.

SYNTH STRINGS Synthesizer string sounds.

CHOIR Sampled choir sounds. You can get an even more majestic effect by layering these with one
of the sounds of the Vocal Designer part.

JAZZ SCAT This sound provides samples of jazz scat singing. It’s great for songs that contain rapid
passages and for scat soloing.

* For some sounds, you can access a list of variation sounds by holding down the [SHIFT] button
and pressing the sound button. Use the value dial or the up/down cursor buttons to select a
sound from the list.

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 BASS & PERCUSSION

Sound Description
BASS Bass sounds.
PERC This provides a collection of voice percussion sounds.

* You can also select a bass sound by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [BASS] button,
and then turning the value dial.

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M a k i n g Con ne c t ions

In this chapter you’ll connect the VP-770 to your external equipment and set it up.

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 Making Connections

Placing the VP-770 on the KS-12 Stand

If you place the VP-770 on a stand, you must use the KS-12 (sold separately).

Seen from the rear Place the VP-770 so that the rear two of
the four rubber feet on the bottom panel
fit into the holes on the arms of the stand.

Rubber feet
Arm
Hole

Performer

Position the stand so that its arms extend

toward the performer.

* When placing the VP-770 on the stand, be careful not to pinch your fingers between the instrument
and the stand.

* Using the VP-770 with any other stand may produce an unstable situation, possibly causing the
instrument to fall or overturn, and resulting in injury or damage.

* For details on how to assemble the stand, refer to the owner’s manual that accompanied the stand.

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 Connect the Power Cord (AC IN)

1. Connect the included power cord to the VP-770’s AC IN connector,

and plug the other end into an AC outlet.

to AC outlet

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 Connecting Your Amp or Speakers (OUTPUT/PHONES)
The VP-770 doesn’t contain an amp or speakers. In order to hear sound, you’ll need to connect it to monitor
speakers (with a built-in amp), a stereo set or other audio system, or headphones.
* 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.

1. Make connections as shown.

Headphones

INPUT

Monitor speaker (with built-in amp)

✍ If you’re outputting in mono, connect your equipment to the L/MONO jack.

✍ Audio cables and headphones aren’t included with the VP-770. You’ll need to obtain them sepa-
rately.

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 Connecting Your Microphone (MIC)
A microphone is indispensable for performing with the VP-770. The VP-770 models v
sounds by using your voice that’s input via the microphone.
A headset-type microphone is included with the VP-770.

If You’re Using the Included Microphone (MIC)

1. Connect it to the MIC jack as shown.

* This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type jacks.

Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections
after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you
intend to connect.

TIP: HOT
RING: COLD 2: HOT 1: GND
SLEEVE: GND

3: COLD

* Howling could be produced depending on the location of

microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:
1. Changing the direction of the microphone(s).
2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.
3. Lowering volume levels.

If You’re Using a Phantom-powered Condenser Mic

The VP-770’s MIC jack supports phantom power.
* Turn this off if you’re using the included microphone.
* Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other than condenser microphones
that require phantom power. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom power to
dynamic microphones, audio playback devices, or other devices that don’t require such power. Be
sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that
came with it.
(This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)

1. Press the [PHANTOM] button.

The confirmation message will appear.

2. Press the [F1] (OK) button.

The [PHANTOM] button will light, and phantom power will be supplied.

✍ Immediately after powering up the VP-770, the phantom power supply will be off.

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 If You’re Connecting Your Microphone to the EXT IN Jack (EXT IN)

1. Connect it to the EXT IN jack as shown.

2. Turn the [EXT IN] knob to “MIC.”

✍ This knob adjusts the level of the sound from the EXT IN jack. (Turn the knob toward “MIC” to
increase the level, or toward “LINE” to decrease it.) If you’ve connected a mic, you should turn this
to “MIC.”
➞ Refer to “Adjusting the Microphone Input Level” (p. 28) for more about this adjustment.

3. Set the [MIX TO MIC] switch “ON.”

✍ The [MIX TO MIC] switch setting determines whether the sound from the EXT IN jack will be used
as a microphone input (modulator; the ON setting) or as the carrier (the OFF setting).
We’ll be using it as a microphone input, so select the “ON” position here.
Carrier Modulator
This is the signal that is the basis of the The tonal character (formants) of
sound and determines its timbre and the voice from the microphone
pitch. To use the sound from the rear input is extracted, and these
panel EXT IN jack as the carrier, hold down formants are used to modulate
the [SHIFT] button, press the [VOCODER] (transform) the carrier signal.
sound button, and select the bottom
sound in the list that appears. If you want the sound from the
rear panel EXT IN jack to be the
If you want the sound from the rear modulator, set the [MIX TO MIC]
panel EXT IN jack to be the carrier, set switch “ON” (➞ p. 114).
the [MIX TO MIC] switch “OFF”
(➞ p. 112).

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Connecting a Pedal (FOOT PEDAL HOLD/CTRL 1/CTRL 2)
You can connect a hold pedal (sold separately: DP series) and an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5) to
the VP-770.

If an optional hold pedal (DP series) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL HOLD jack, you can press the
hold pedal to cause notes to sustain or “hold” even after their keys have been released.

If an optional expression pedal or pedal switch (EV-5, DP series) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL CTRL
jack (1, 2), you can use the pedal to control the volume or various functions.

➞ Refer to “Using Pedals” (p. 39) for more information.

Make connections as shown.

Expression pedal Hold pedal

(sold separately: EV-5) (sold separately: DP series)

✍ Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expres-
sion pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

About the Cable Clamp

To reduce the risk of the microphone being stolen, use the included
Allen wrench to remove the screws from the rear panel cable clamp,
pass the microphone cable through the clamp, and retighten the screws
to secure the cable clamp.
* Keep the removed screws out of the reach of small children to ensure
they are not swallowed accidentally.

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 Connecting USB Memory (Sold Separately)
Audio files saved on USB memory (sold separately) can be assigned to the keyboard for playback (p. 68),
and you can back up all of the VP-770’s settings to USB memory as a “project” (p. 103).
Open the USB MEMORY connector cover and insert the USB memory.

* Be sure to keep the USB MEMORY connector cover closed when not connecting or disconnecting USB
memory.

* Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in place.
* Connect the USB memory after you turn on the VP-770’s power. Never disconnect the USB memory
while the VP-770 is powered up.

Using the Included USB Memory Protector

You can use the included USB memory protector to prevent theft of the USB memory connected to the
VP-770.

* You must use the included screw.

* You must use the included Allen wrench to tighten or remove the screw. Using a tool that does not
match the screw head will damage it.

* Be careful not to over-tighten the screw. Doing so may damage the screw’s head, causing the wrench
to rotate uselessly.

* To tighten the screw, turn the Allen wrench clockwise. To loosen the screw, turn the Allen wrench
counter-clockwise.

loosen tighten

* Keep the included screw out of the reach of small children to ensure it is not swallowed accidentally.

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Per fo r m i n g

In this chapter you’ll learn the basics of playing the VP-770. When you’ve finished it, you will
have mastered the basics of the VP-770!

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 Turning On/Off the Power (POWER ON)

Here’s how to turn the VP-770’s power on or off.

Turning On the Power

* After completing the connection explained in the previous chapter, make sure to turn on the power
by following the steps below. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction
and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

1. Before you turn on the power, check the following.

Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your peripheral equipment?
Have you turned down the volume of the VP-770 and the connected audio system to the minimum
settings?

2. On the VP-770’s rear panel, turn the [POWER ON] switch “on.”
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is
required before the unit will operate normally.

3. Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume appropriately.

While you play the keyboard to produce sound, adjust the volume of the VP-770 and of the audio
equipment you’ve connected.

If You Don’t Hear Sound, Check the Following

• Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, or headphones?
• The Vocal Designer part won’t produce sound when you play the keyboard unless you are vocalizing
into the microphone. ➞ For details, refer to “Performing with Vocal Designer” (➞ p. 27)
• If there’s no microphone connected, try selecting an Ensemble part sound and playing it from the
keyboard (➞ p. 42).

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 Turning Off the Power

1. Before you turn off the power, check the following.

Have you turned down the volume of the VP-770 and the connected audio system to the minimum
settings?

2. On the VP-770’s rear panel, turn the [POWER ON] switch “off.”

✍ If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the [POWER ON] switch, then unplug the
power cord from the power outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” chapter in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
(separate document).

Adjusting the Display Contrast (DISPLAY CONTRAST)

The characters in the display may be difficult to view immediately after turning on the VP-770’s power
or after extended use. If this occurs, turn the rear panel [DISPLAY CONTRAST] knob to make the display
legible.

About the Top Screen

The screen that appears first when you turn on the power shows the following information.

Information Page
Registration number p. 78
Tone of the Vocal Designer part p. 27

Tone of the Ensemble part p. 42

You can select a registration or sound by using the cursor buttons to move the cursor to each item and
then turning the value dial.
* Please be aware that in the screen shots shown in this document, the registration names and tone
names differ from the factory settings.

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 Adjusting the Volume ( VOLUME)

Here’s how to adjust the volume of the entire VP-770.

1. Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume of the entire VP-770.

✍ For best results, adjust the volume of your amp or speaker system so that you get the desired
loudness when the [VOLUME] knob is between the 12 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions as shown.
Turn the knob toward the right if you want to increase the volume further, or toward the left if you
want to decrease the volume.

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 Performing with Vocal Designer ( VOCAL DESIGNER)

Let’s go ahead and try performing with the Vocal Designer part. While vocalizing into the microphone, play
the keyboard and you’ll hear realistic and natural voices.
For more about how Vocal Designer works, refer to “About Vocal Designer” (➞ p. 12).

Selecting a Sound
Here’s how to select a Vocal Designer sound.

To play the Vocal Designer part, press a Vocal Designer sound button to make it light.
If you press the Vocal Designer sound button that’s already lit, the button will go dark and you will no longer
hear the Vocal Designer part.

✍ You can play multiple parts simultaneously by turning on sound buttons for the Ensemble part
and/or Bass & Percussion part. If you want to play only the Vocal Designer part by itself, turn off the
sound buttons of the other parts (make the buttons go dark).

Sound Description
CLASSIC Large choirs suitable for classical music. These are also a good choice for any choral sound—
not just classical—and will match nearly any style of music. They have a clear sound, and are a
good choice when you want the lyrics to be heard.
MALE & Mixed choirs with independent male and female parts. With sparser chords, they produce a
FEMALE deeper and more three-dimensional sound than “CLASSIC.” You’ll hear the female voices in the
high range, and the male voices in the low range. Female voices will be heard on the right side
of the stereo sound field, while male voices will be on the left side.
GOSPEL These choirs include the distinctive phrasings and irregularities that are distinctive of gospel
music. They are an ideal choice for jazz or gospel.
POP Choirs with a fewer number of members, broadly useful for popular music as well as songs
that contain rapid passages. The sound is clear, making these a good choice when the lyrics
need to be heard.
BACKGROUND Sounds suitable for a backing chorus.

VOCODER Vintage vocoder sounds.

Selecting a Variation Sound

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press a sound button.

A list of sounds will appear in the display.

2. Use the value dial or the up/down cursor buttons to select a sound in
the list.

3. Press the [F2] (SELECT) button to confirm your choice of sound.

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 Adjusting the Microphone Input Level (MIC LEVEL)
Here’s how to adjust the input level of the microphone connected to the rear panel MIC jack.

1. Vocalize into the microphone.

✍ Try to keep a consistent distance between the microphone and your mouth.

2. Check the indicator status.

LEVEL Indicator significance
Red The signal level from the microphone input is too great.

Yellow The signal level from the microphone input is just right.

Green A signal is being input from the microphone input.

3. Adjust the [LEVEL] knob so that the yellow indicator lights at the
peak of your vocalizing into the microphone.

* The front panel [LEVEL] knob doesn’t affect the rear

panel EXT IN jack. If you’ve connected your microphone
to the EXT IN jack, use the rear panel [LEVEL] knob to
adjust the input level.
Turning the knob toward “MIC” will increase the input
level, and turning the knob toward “LINE” will decrease it.

✍ Once you’ve adjusted the microphone input level, you should generally leave it untouched. Adjust
the [VOLUME] knob if you want to raise or lower the volume of the Vocal Designer part.

✍ You can apply an effect to the microphone input by turning on the [INPUT EFFECT] button
(➞ p. 32).

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 Performing with Vocal Designer
Now you’re ready to perform with Vocal Designer.

1. Select a sound.

• To ensure that you can clearly hear the sound of Vocal Designer, turn off the sound buttons of the
Ensemble part and the Audio key/Bass & Percussion part.
• To ensure that you’re hearing just Vocal Designer and not your own voice, move the [DIRECT] knob
to the very lowest position.
• Turn the [MIC ON/OFF] button (p. 31) on (lit).

2. Hold down one or more notes on the keyboard.

3. While holding
g down the notes, vocalize into the microphone.
The Vocal Designer part will sound according to the volume of your vocalizing.

Even if yyou’re holding

g down notes,, Vocal Designer
g won’t produce
p sound unless you
y are vocalizing g into the
microphone.
p
Conversely,y, Vocal Designer
g won’t produce
p sound if you’re
y not holding
g down notes,, even if you
y are
vocalizing.
g

Play the keyboard to control the pitch. Try vocalizing a continuous “aah” into the microphone while you
play different keys. The pitch will change according to the notes you play.

This time, hold down notes on the keyboard while you vocalize in a more staccato manner; “ah, ah, ah, ...”
Vocal Designer will produce sound at the pitches of the chord you’re holding down, but at the staccato
rhythm you vocalized. That’s right — the rhythm is produced by your voice, not by the keyboard. This
technique is particularly useful when you’re performing phrases with rapid passages.
Unlike typical synthesizers, the volume is controlled from the microphone. Use your voice to draw the
curve. Using your voice, you can produce a range of expression that you might even find extreme.
There are just two secrets to using Vocal Designer skillfully.

• Match the timing of the keyboard and your voice

(use your voice to play the rhythm)
• Use your voice to control the volume (expression)

If You Don’t Hear Sound, Check the Following

• Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, or headphones?
• Is the VP-770’s volume raised?
• Is one of the Vocal Designer sound buttons lit?
• Is the power switch of your microphone turned on?
• Is your microphone connected correctly? (➞ p. 19)
• Is the microphone input level raised? (➞ p. 28)
• Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button lit? (➞ p. 31)
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 Adding Your Unprocessed Voice (DIRECT)
Now let’s add your voice from the microphone directly to the output.

1. Vocalize into the microphone.

2. Turn the [DIRECT] knob to adjust the volume.

Your voice will be output directly from the VP-770.

This time, try singing a favorite song into the microphone. While doing so, choose one of the Vocal
Designer sounds (we recommend GOSPEL, POP or BACKGROUND) and hold down the appropriate chord
progressions on the keyboard while you sing. Turning on the [AUTO HARMONY] button (p. 36) will make
this even more effective.

Vocal Designer will add a backing chorus to your vocal according to the chords you play.

✍ The [DIRECT] knob adjusts the volume of the audio signal you selected in the registration
parameter Input Source (p. 86).

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 Switching Off the Microphone (MIC ON/OFF)
when the microphone input is on.

1. Press the [MIC ON/OFF] button to make the button go dark; the
microphone input will turn off.

2. Press the button again to make it light; the microphone input will
turn on.

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 Applying Effects to the Microphone (INPUT EFFECT)

You can apply effects to the microphone input. You can use three different vocal effects as input effects.
Effect Description

NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor) Suppresses noise when no sound is being input.

EQ (3 Band Equalizer) Adjusts the character of the low, mid, and high-frequency ranges.

COMP (Compressor) Reduces high-level sounds and boosts low-level sounds, thus improving the overall
volume balance of the sound.

Press the [INPUT EFFECTS] button; the button will light, and the
effect will be applied to the microphone.

Selecting the Type of Input Effect

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [INPUT EFFECTS] button.

The INPUT EFFECTS screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to edit the effect parameters.
To select the effect type (TYPE 1–4), move the cursor to the
TYPE field and turn the value dial.

To turn each effect on/off, move the cursor to the NOISE

SUP, EQ, or COMP fields, and turn the value dial.

3. To make detailed settings for each effect, move the cursor to the
NOISE SUP, EQ, or COMP fields and press the [F1] (EDIT) button.

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4. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
NOISE SUP (Noise suppressor)
Parameter Value Description
Attack 0–127 Specifies the duration over which the noise suppressor will disable muting.
Release 0–127 Specifies the time from when the noise suppressor begins operating until muting
occurs.
Thres -60–-36 dB Specifies the level at which the noise suppressor begins to operate. Sounds below
the specified level will be muted.

EQ (3 Band Equalizer)
Parameter Value Description
Hi Freq 2000–20000 Hz Specifies the center frequency at which the high-frequency range will be adjusted.
Hi Gain -15–+15 dB Specifies the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the high-frequency range. Positive
settings will boost the high-frequency range.
Mid Freq 50–20000 Hz Specifies the center frequency at which the mid-frequency range will be adjusted.
Mid Gain -15–+15 dB Specifies the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the mid-frequency range. Positive
settings will boost the mid-frequency range.
Mid Q 0.3–20.0 Specifies the width of the mid-frequency range. Higher settings will narrow the
range.
Low Freq 50–4000 Hz Specifies the center frequency at which the low-frequency range will be adjusted.
Low Gain -15–+15 dB Specifies the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the low-frequency range. Positive
settings will boost the low-frequency range.

COMP (Compressor)
Parameter Value Description
Attack 0–100 Specifies the time from when the input exceeds the Threshold (Thres) until the
volume begins to be compressed.
Release 0–100 Specifies the time it is to take after the input falls below the Threshold (Thres) before
compression ceases.
Thres -36–0 dB Specifies the level at which compression will begin.
Ratio 1:1.0–1:INF Specifies the compression ratio.
Gain 0–+24 dB Specifies the output gain.

5. If you want to save the edited settings to system memory, press the
[F2] (SYS WRITE) button.

6. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK) button.

7.
✍ You can save four types of input effect settings (TYPE 1–4).

When you’ve finished making settings, press

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 Adjusting the Vocal Designer Tone (VOCAL DESIGNER TONE)

You can move the [TONE] slider to adjust the tone of the Vocal Designer.

Move the [TONE] slider.

The tone setting is shown in the display while you’re moving the slider.

Moving the slider upward will strengthen the highs, producing a clearer sound.
Moving the slider downward will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.
Setting the slider value to 0 will use the original setting of the selected sound.

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 Raising Vocal Designer’s Pitch by One Octave (8va)
Here’s how to raise Vocal Designer’s pitch by one octave.

1. Press the [8va] button; it will light, and the pitch of Vocal Designer
will rise one octave.

2. Press the button once again; it will go dark, and Vocal Designer will
return to its original pitch.

“8va” is a symbol meaning “play one octave higher.”

✍ Unlike the KEYBOARD [-OCT] /[+OCT] buttons, the [8va] button applies only to the Vocal Designer
part. Use this when you want to raise the Vocal Designer part one octave higher than the
ensemble part.

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 Using the Auto Harmony Function (AUTO HARMONY)

The Auto Harmony function lets you automatically add a backing chorus to your vocal. This function
generates harmony based on the melody you sing (the pitch detected from the microphone) and the
chords detected from the keyboard. In addition, the harmony will change according to the movement of
the melody you sing. When using the Auto Harmony function, we recommend that you raise the [DIRECT]
knob (p. 30) to combine it with your own actual voice.

1. Press the [AUTO HARMONY] button; the button will light and the
Auto Harmony function will turn on.

2. Play a chord on the keyboard, and vocalize into the microphone.

Harmony will be produced based on the chord you play. Try singing a melody into the microphone or
changing the chord, and listen to the result.

Making Settings for Auto Harmony

You can choose from several types of harmony to determine the number of harmony voices that will be
added to your vocal and how they will be arranged.
If you choose a simple type (such as DUET or TRIO), the Vocal Designer function will generate a simple
harmony even if you play numerous keys. This prevents the sound from becoming muddy, for example
even when layered with the ensemble sound.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AUTO HARMONY] button.

The AUTO HARMONY setting screen will appear.

✍ When you turn on the [AUTO HARMONY]

button, play a chord on the keyboard, and
vocalize into the microphone, the [ ] icon will
appear on the on-screen keyboard to indicate
the pitch detected from the microphone, and
[ ] icons will appear to indicate the generated
harmony.

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2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
TYPE DUET, Switches the type of Auto Harmony.
TRIO,
TRIO-UPPER, The notation shown below is an example of a C-major scale.
QUARTET, • The solid black notes indicate the pitch detected from the microphone (this note will not sound *1).
MANHATTAN, • The white notes indicate the harmony that was generated (Vocal Designer will sound with these
JAZZ-OPEN notes).
• For a minor chord, the third will be a minor third rather than a major third.

DUET

TRIO

TRIO-UPPER

QUARTET

MANHATTAN

JAZZ-OPEN

*1 You can sound the black notes by turning on the [AUTO NOTE] button.

3. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

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 Playing the Vocal Designer Using Only the Microphone (AUTO NOTE)

Normally, Vocal Designer will not sound unless you play the keyboard. However, by using the Auto Note
function, you can make Vocal Designer produce sound without your having to play the keyboard; i.e., all
you’ll need to do is vocalize into the microphone. The Auto Note function will detect the pitch of your voice
via the microphone, and automatically sound notes for that pitch.

When you press the [AUTO NOTE] button, the button will light and
the Auto Note function will turn on.

Making settings for Auto Note

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AUTO NOTE] button.

The AUTO NOTE setting screen will appear.

✍ When you turn on the [AUTO

NOTE] button and vocalize
into the microphone, the
detected pitch is shown as
a [ ] icon on the keyboard
displayed on this screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
MODE CHROMATIC This is a chromatic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted to
notes at semitone intervals.
DIATONIC This is a diatonic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted to notes
at diatonic intervals. You can use the KEY parameter to specify the key of the scale.
KEY C, C#, D, D#, E, F, F#, G, G#, Specifies the key when MODE is set to “DIATONIC” (diatonic scale).
A, A#, B

3. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

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Adding an Effect when You Apply Pressure to the Keyboard (AFTERTOUCH)

You can add an effect to Vocal Designer by applying pressure (aftertouch) to the keyboard.

➞ For details, refer to “Adding an effect by applying pressure to the keyboard

(AFTERTOUCH)” (p. 64).

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 Adjusting the Release of the Notes (RELEASE)

You can adjust the release for the Vocal Designer and Ensemble by moving the [RELEASE] slider. Release is
the time from note-off until the sound has disappeared.

Move the [RELEASE] slider.

The release value is shown in the display while you move the slider.

✍ The [RELEASE] slider applies a relative change to the release value specified for each sound. When
the [RELEASE] slider is at zero, the release value will be as specified by the settings of that sound.

Moving the slider upward will lengthen the time from note-off until the sound disappears.
Moving the slider downward will shorten the time from note-off until the sound disappears.

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Adjusting the Vibrato ( VIBRATO)

is an effect that cyclically modulates the sound. By applying it to the Vocal Designer you can simulate the
natural vibrato of a voice.

Turn the three [VIBRATO] knobs.

The vibrato settings are shown in the display while you turn the knobs.

✍ These three knobs apply a relative change to the vibrato settings specified for each sound. When
each knob is at zero, the vibrato settings will be as specified by the settings of that sound.

Knob Parameter Value Description

RATE Vibrato Rate -64–+63 Adjust the vibrato speed (the rate at which the sound is modulated). The
sound will be modulated more rapidly for higher settings, and more slowly
with lower settings.
DELAY TIME Vibrato Delay -64–+63 Adjusts the time delay until the vibrato (sound modulation) effect begins.
Higher settings will produce a longer delay time before vibrato begins,
while lower settings produce a shorter time.
DEPTH Vibrato Depth -64–+63 Adjusts the depth of the vibrato effect (the depth at which the sound is
modulated). The sound will be modulated more greatly for higher settings,
and less with lower settings.

* Vibrato is not applied to the solo strings (Solo Violin, Solo Cello) sounds of the Ensemble part when
you play polyphonically (multiple notes). This simulates the way in which vibrato is not applied when
multiple notes are played on a violin or similar instrument. Although turning the [VIBRATO] knobs will
not apply vibrato, you can apply vibrato by operating the modulation lever (p. 56).

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 Performing with Ensemble (ENSEMBLE)

Here’s how to play the Ensemble part. This part lets you play high-quality sounds from the keyboard.
You can switch the sound (e.g., brass ensemble using SuperNATURAL technology, or strings) by selecting a
sound button.

Selecting a Sound
Press a button to select a sound.

To play an Ensemble sound, press one of the buttons to make it light. If you press a button that’s already lit,
it will go dark and the Ensemble part will no longer produce sound.

✍ You can simultaneously play more than one part by turning on a sound button for the Vocal
Designer and/or Bass & Percussion parts. If you want to hear only the Ensemble part, simply turn
off the sound buttons for the other parts so that they are dark.

Sound Description
STRINGS Acoustic string sounds with emphasis placed on the performance techniques that are
inherent to strings.

BRASS Brass sounds that use SuperNATURAL technology.

GUITAR Guitar sounds.

OTHERS Other sounds.

PAD Pad sounds.

SYNTH STRINGS Synthesizer string sounds.

CHOIR Sampled choir sounds. You can get an even more majestic effect by layering these with one
of the sounds of the Vocal Designer part.

JAZZ SCAT This sound provides samples of jazz scat singing. It’s great for songs that contain rapid
passages and for scat soloing.

Selecting a Variation Sound

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press a

sound button.
A list of sounds will appear in the display.

2. Use the value dial or the up/down cursor buttons to select a sound in
the list.

3. Press the [F2] (SELECT) button to confirm your choice of sound.

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 Performing with Ensemble
Now let’s try performing with the Ensemble part.

1. Select a sound.

• To ensure that you can clearly hear the sound of the Ensemble part, turn off the sound buttons of the
Vocal Designer part and the Audio Key/Bass & Percussion part.
• Raise the Ensemble [LEVEL] slider (p. 44).

2. Play the keyboard.

You’ll hear the Ensemble part.

Playing the Ensemble part by itself will give you a wonderful sound, but layering it with the Vocal Designer
part will raise this to the level of truly amazing!

For brass ensemble sounds using SuperNATURAL technology, you’ll probably want to split the keyboard
(p. 54) and use your left hand to play the Vocal Designer while your right hand plays the brass.

By layering powerful strings or beautiful choir sounds together with Vocal Designer, your performance on
the VP-770 can sound unbelievably rich. Vocal Designer will stop sounding when your voice is not being
input from the microphone (such as when you take a breath), but the Ensemble part will sound as long as
you are playing the keyboard (regardless of the microphone input). Layering the Ensemble part with the
Vocal Designer ensures that the sound will not be interrupted.

If You Don’t Hear Sound, Check the Following

• Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, or headphones?
• Is the VP-770’s volume raised?
• Is the Ensemble [LEVEL] slider raised?
• Is one of the Ensemble sound buttons lit?

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 Adjusting the Ensemble Volume (ENSEMBLE LEVEL)
Here’s how to adjust the volume of the Ensemble part.

1. Play the keyboard.

2. Move the [LEVEL] slider to adjust the volume.

The level setting is shown in the display while you move the slider.

Unlike the [VOLUME] knob, this slider only affects the Ensemble part. You can use this slider to make
adjustments when you want the Ensemble part to be louder (or softer) than the Vocal Designer or the
direct output of the microphone (your voice).

Step On a Pedal!
The expression pedal will vary not only the volume of the Ensemble part but
also its “tone.” This means that using the pedal will make your Ensemble part
performance enormously more expressive.

➞ For details, refer to “Using pedals” (p. 62).

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Adjusting the Ensemble Tone (ENSEMBLE TONE)

You can use the [TONE] slider to adjust the tone of the Ensemble sound.

Move the [TONE] slider.

The tone setting is shown in the display while you move the slider.

Moving the slider upward will strengthen the highs, producing a clearer sound.
Moving the slider downward will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.
Setting the slider value to 0 will use the original setting of the selected sound.

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 Adjusting the Ensemble Attack (ATTACK)

You can use the [ATTACK] slider to adjust the attack of the Ensemble sound.
The attack is the starting portion of each note. A piano or percussion instrument is said to have a sharp or
fast attack; instruments such as bowed strings are said to have a gentle or slow attack.

Move the [ATTACK] slider.

The attack setting is shown in the display while you move the slider.

✍ The [ATTACK] slider applies a relative change to the attack value specified for each sound. When
the [ATTACK] slider is at zero, the attack value will be as specified by each sound’s own setting.

✍ Setting the attack to a negative value for a BRASS or STRINGS sound will have no effect. The
sharpest attack will be when the slider is set to zero.

Moving the slider upward will make the attack more gentle.
Moving the slider downward will make the attack sharper.

You can also adjust the release.

➞ For details, refer to “Adjusting the release (RELEASE)” (p. 40).

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Using the Microphone to Add Expression to the Ensemble (VOICE EXPRESSION)
You can use your voice via the microphone to add expression to the sound of the Ensemble part.

➞ For details, refer to “Using a microphone to control expression (VOICE EXPRESSION)”

(p. 66).

About the SuperNATURAL Brass Sounds (BRASS)

The VP-770 uses SuperNATURAL technology to bring you high-quality
brass sounds.
Various performance expressions distinctive to brass instruments that
were difficult to play from a keyboard can now be reproduced without
special operations, and expressively played with realistic tone.

In addition to playing each instrument solo, you can use the Section
feature to create and play brass sections consisting of up to six “players.”
With this function, the performance of each player in the section will take
advantage of the distinctive characteristics of the instrument being used.
For details on operation, refer to “Section Mode” (p. 90).

About the String Sounds (STRINGS)

The string sounds of the STRINGS allow even richer and more
expressive performance than ever before, without requiring
complex operations from the player. The solo strings (Solo
Violin, Solo Cello) sounds simulate the characteristics of a solo
performance.

The solo strings (Solo Violin, Solo Cello) sounds simulate the way in which a violin or other stringed instrument
is actually played, and will naturally switch between the ways in which vibrato or legato are applied when
playing monophonically or polyphonically.

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 Performing with Bass & Percussion (BASS & PERCUSSION)

Here’s how to play the Bass & Percussion part. The left-most seventeen notes of the keyboard will play bass
and voice percussion sounds. This makes it easy to use your left hand to play a bass line while using your
right hand to play the melody.

Selecting a sound
Here’s how to select a Bass & Percussion sound.

When you press a Bass & Percussion sound button to make it light, the left-most seventeen notes of the
keyboard will play bass and percussion sounds.

✍ You can split the keyboard for the Vocal Designer

and Ensemble parts (p. 54).

BASS & PERC VOCAL DESIGNER

ENSEMBLE

If you press a sound button that is already lit, the button will go dark and the Bass & Percussion part will
not produce any sound.

✍ By pressing the [AUDIO KEY] button you can use the same keys to play back audio files from USB
memory (p. 68).

Selecting a Variation Sound

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press a sound

button.

2. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to sound name.

✍ In this screen you can also edit the bass and

percussion sound (p. 92).

3. Turn the value dial to select a sound.

Sound Description
BASS Bass sounds.
PERC This provides a collection of voice percussion sounds.

Press the [EXIT] button to return to the top screen.

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 Performing with Bass & Percussion
Now you can try playing the Bass & Percussion part.

1. Select a sound.

2. Play a note in the keyboard region shown below.

The Bass & Percussion part will sound.

The Bass & Percussion part is distinctive in that it splits the keyboard to obtain its own dedicated range of
keys. This means that you can use your right hand to play melody or chords while playing a bass line or
voice percussion with your left hand.

In other words, you can simulate an entire a cappella group all by yourself!

Adjusting the Bass & Percussion Volume

You can adjust the volume of the Bass & Percussion part.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press a

sound button.

2. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to “LEVEL.”

3. Turn the value dial to adjust the level.

If you want to save the setting, press the [F2] (WRITE) button.
For details on saving, refer to “Saving a registration” (p. 81).
Press the [EXIT] button to return to the top screen.

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 Adjusting the Ambience (AMBIENCE)

To each part, you can add the acoustic ambience that is typical of a hall or studio.

1. Switch the type of ambience.

Press the [TYPE] button; the display will show the currently selected
ambience type. In this state, pressing the [TYPE] button cycles you
through the ambience types in this order:

HALL 1 ➞ HALL 2 ➞ STUDIO ➞ OFF ➞ HALL 1

These types have the following characters.

Type Description

HALL 1 The reverberation of a church.

HALL 2 The reverberation of a large hall.

STUDIO The reverberation of a studio.

OFF Turns the ambience off.

2. Adjust the depth of ambience.

Turn the [DEPTH] knob toward the right to make the ambience deeper.
Turn the [DEPTH] knob toward the left to make the ambience shallower.

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Using Controllers

This section explains keyboard settings and the various controllers provided on the VP-770.

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 Shifting Octave Up or Down (+OCT/-OCT)

You can shift the keyboard pitch range up or down in a range of ±3 octaves.

Shifting Upward One Octave

Press the [+OCT] button once; the button will light and the keyboard
will be shifted upward one octave.
You can shift up to +3 octaves in this way.

To return the keyboard to its original pitch range, press the [+OCT] and [-OCT] buttons simultaneously.

Shifting Downward One Octave

Press the [-OCT] button once; the button will light and the keyboard
will be shifted downward one octave.
You can shift up to -3 octaves in this way.

To return the keyboard to its original pitch range, press the [+OCT] and [-OCT] buttons simultaneously.

✍ Pressing the [+OCT]/[-OCT] buttons won’t change the range of the Bass & Percussion part.

✍ The octave buttons simultaneously change the pitch range of the Vocal Designer and the
Ensemble Part. However, by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [+OCT] or [-OCT]
button, you can individually change the pitch range of the Vocal Designer, Ensemble, and Bass &
Percussion parts.

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 Shifting Up or Down by Semitones ( TRANSPOSE)

You can shift the keyboard pitch range up or down in semitone steps.

Shifting Upward One Semitone

Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the [+OCT] button
once; the button will light and the keyboard will be shifted upward
one semitone.
You can shift up to +6 semitones in this way.

Shifting Downward One Semitone

Hold down the [TRANSPOSE] button and press the [-OCT] button
once; the button will light and the keyboard will be shifted
downward one semitone.
You can shift up to -5 semitones in this way.

To return the keyboard to its original pitch range, press the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn off its illumination.

✍ Pressing the [TRANSPOSE] button won’t change the range of the Percussion part.

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 Splitting the Keyboard Into Vocal Designer and Ensemble Zones (SPLIT)

Here’s how to split the keyboard so the Vocal Designer and Ensemble parts can be played from separate
zones.

1. Press [F1] (EDIT) button in the top screen.

* With the cursor located on the registration number,

press the [F1] (EDIT) button.

* Please be aware that in the screen shots shown in this document, the registration names and tone
names differ from the factory settings.

2. Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor to “Split.”

3. Turn the value dial to turn “Split” ON.

4. Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor to “Split Point.”

If you set the Split Point to “60 (C4),” the keyboard will be divided as follows.

VOCAL DESIGNER ENSEMBLE

Split Point: C4

5. Use the value dial to change the value of “Split Point.“

6. When you’ve finished making settings, press the

[EXIT] button.

7. If you want to save the edited settings, press the [F2] (WRITE) button
to save the registration.
For details on saving, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81).

✍ If Split is turned on, the [

the top screen.
] icon is shown in

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 Adjusting the Keyboard Sensitivity

Here’s how to adjust the sensitivity of the keyboard.

1. Press the [MENU] button.

2. Use the value dial to select “System,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

3. Use the value dial to select “Control,” then press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

4. Use the value dial to select “Keyboard,” then press the [F2] (ENTER)
button.

5. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.

Parameter Value Description

Kbd Velo Curve Adjusts the keyboard’s touch.
LIGHT Light weight synthesizer keyboard like
MEDIUM Standard
HEAVY Acoustic piano simulation
Kbd Velo Sens -63– +63 Adjusts the sensitivity of the keyboard. As you increase this setting, higher
velocity values will be transmitted according to the force with which you
play. Normally you will leave this set at “0.”

6. If you want to save the edited setting in system memory, press the
[F2] (SYS WRITE) button.

7. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK)
button.

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 Using the Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever (PITCH BEND)

You can vary the pitch or apply vibrato (pitch modulation).

Changing the Pitch in Real Time

You can use the lever to smoothly change the pitch while you perform.

While you play the keyboard, move the lever toward the left to lower
the pitch, or toward the right to raise the pitch.

Adding Vibrato
Vibrato is the effect of modulating the pitch.

While you play the keyboard, move the lever away from yourself to
apply vibrato.

Adjusting the Pitch Bend Settings

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and move the pitch bend lever.
The BENDER SETTINGS screen will appear.

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2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.

✍ Pitch bend settings can be made individually for each part. In the screen, Voc indicates the Vocal Designer
setting, Ens indicates the Ensemble setting, and B&P indicates the Bass and Percussion setting.
For some sounds, not all items can be set. In this case the value will be shown as “---.”

Parameter Value Description

RANGE 0–12 Specifies the degree of pitch change in semitones when the Pitch Bend lever is all the way right/left.
For example, if this parameter is set to “12,” the pitch will rise one octave when the pitch bend lever
is moved to the right-most position.

✍ For the SuperNATURAL brass (BRASS) sounds, setting the bend range (RANGE) to 3 or higher will
simulate the discontinuous pitch change that is typical of brass instruments, instead of the normal
smooth pitch change. When you apply a downward bend, the sound will behave in the manner
distinctive of brass instruments, meaning that the volume will also decrease.

TYPE NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the

(VOCAL DESIGNER and conventional way (movement of the lever
GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, will produce smooth changes in pitch).
SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR,
JAZZ SCAT ENSEMBLE tone
only)

CHROMATIC The pitch bend lever will change the pitch

in semitone steps, simulating the sound
of vocal correction software.

MODE NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the

(VOCAL DESIGNER and conventional way.
ENSEMBLE only)

LOCK1 In this mode, pitch bend will not be

applied to a new note that is played while
the pitch of a previously played note is
already being bent. By using this setting
in conjunction with playing legato, you
can create portamento-like effects.

LOCK2 Operation is essentially the same as

LOCK1, but there will be no pitch change
in response to the pitch bend lever
returning.

COMBI This mode allows you to express the subtle pitch changes that are distinctive of a SuperNATURAL
(BRASS tone brass instrument.
only) The proportion of breath noise will increase when you operate the bender in the Down direction.
This lets you freely control the breathiness at the beginning or end of a note.

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (WRITE) button.
For details on saving, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81).

4. When you’ve finished making settings,

press the [EXIT] button.

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 Using the [S1]/[S2] Buttons (S1/S2)

You can apply various effects to the sound by pressing the [S1] /[S2] buttons.

While playing the keyboard, press the [S1] or [S2] button.

When you press a button, the display will indicate the parameter that’s being controlled by that button,
and its value.
If a SuperNATURAL brass or strings sound is selected for the Ensemble part, pressing the [S1] or [S2]
button will switch the sound between variations such as staccato, pizzicato, fall, or tremolo, making your
performance even more expressive.

Making Assignments for the [S1]/[S2] Buttons

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [S1] or [S2] button.
The S1/S2 SETTINGS screen will appear.

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2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.

✍
Parameter
In the screen, Sw1 indicates the [S1] button’s assignment, and Sw2 indicates the [S2] button’s
assignment.
Value Description
Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the [S1]/[S2] buttons can be stored individually in each registration. When
you select a different registration, this setting specifies whether the [S1]/[S2] buttons will be
given the assignments stored in the registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the
system settings for the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
ASSIGN Specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons.
OFF Off
PIZZ/STAC The pizzicato or staccato sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM The fall or tremolo sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies the doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT-ENS Applies the portamento effect to the Ensemble.
PORT-VOC Applies the portamento effect to the Vocal Designer.
AMB-OFF Switches the ambience when you press the button.
DIR-MIC-OFF Switches the direct microphone when you press the button.
MODE Turns the [S1]/[S2] buttons function LATCH/MOMENTARY.
LATCH The on/off status will alternate each time you press [S1]/[S2] button.
MOMENTARY The status will be on only while you hold down [S1]/[S2] button.

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (WRITE or SYS WRITE)
button.
For details on saving your settings, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81) or “Saving the System Settings”
(p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

System Settings and Registrations

The system parameters are a single set of settings that apply in common to the entire VP-770. They include
settings such as those for the keyboard sensitivity, master tuning, and MIDI.

Registrations allow you to save settings that select sounds and specify panel settings.

For some controllers (aftertouch, pedal, [S1] /[S2] buttons, D Beam), the settings can be stored either as
system settings for the entire VP-770 or for individual registrations.

Use the system parameter “Source” to specify which setting you want to use.

For example, if you want the [S1]/[S2] buttons to always have the same function even when you switch
registrations, you should set the Source as “SYSTEM.” If you want the [S1]/[S2] buttons to change their
function when you switch registrations, set the Source to “REGIST.”

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 Using the D Beam (D BEAM)

By waving your hand above this sensor you can apply a variety of effects to the VP-770’s sound.

1. Press a button to select a D Beam effect.

If you press an unlit button, that D Beam effect (see table; p. 61) will be selected.
If you press a lit button once again, the D Beam will be turned off.

✍ You can turn on multiple buttons by pressing them simultaneously.

2. While you perform, slowly move your hand up and down over the
D BEAM controller.
The effect will be applied when you place your hand over the controller, and will revert to the previous
state when you move your hand away. The selected button will blink when the D BEAM controller is
responding.

* The sensitivity of the D Beam controller will change

depending on the amount of light in the vicinity of
1 ft. (appro the unit. If it does not function as you expect, adjust
the sensitivity (D Beam Sens; p. 101) as appropriate
for the brightness of your location.

The illustration above shows the effective range of the D BEAM controller. There won’t be any effect if you
move your hand outside of this range.

D Beam Settings
Here’s how to specify the effect obtained when you move your hand above the D Beam sensor, and the
depth of that effect.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the

[PITCH], [FILTER] or [EXPRESSION] button.
The D BEAM SETTINGS screen will appear.
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2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the D beam can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the D beam will be given the assignments stored in the registration
(REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire
VP-770 (SYSTEM).
DB1 Select FIX, ASGN When a D Beam button is on, this setting specifies whether it will perform
DB2 Select the function printed on the panel (FIX) or the function assigned by the DB1
DB3 Select –3 Asgn settings (ASGN).
* You can switch between FIX and ASGN at any time by holding down the
D Beam button for several seconds.
DB1 Asgn These settings specify the function that will be controlled by the D Beam
DB2 Asgn when DB1–3 Select is set to “ASGN.”
DB3 Asgn MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
EXP Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#11 (expression) to the
sound generator section. The volume is controlled in a range of 0–127.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah pedal effect to sounds that support Wah.
PIZZ/STAC Plays the pizzicato or staccato sound (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM Plays the fall or tremolo sound (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies a doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT Applies a portamento effect.
PITCH Changes the pitch.
DB1 Range Lo 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is not
DB2 Range Lo responding. Increasing this value will apply an effect even if the D Beam
DB3 Range Lo controller is not responding at all.
DB1 Range Hi 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is responding
DB2 Range Hi to its maximum extent. Reducing this value will reduce the amount of effect
DB3 Range Hi produced by the D Beam controller.
DB1 Polarity STANDARD, REVERSE Inverts the change that occurs when you move your hand above the sensor.
DB2 Polarity
DB3 Polarity
DB1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the D Beam.
DB2 Part
DB3 Part VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.

D Beam Effects
Parameter Value PITCH FILTER EXPRESSION
Lower the pitch (same as
Reduce the
STANDARD moving the pitch bend Modify the tone
volume
lever toward the left)
Polarity
Raise the pitch (same as
Increase the
REVERSE moving the pitch bend Modify the tone
volume
lever toward the right)

* The range of change for PITCH is determined by the Bend Range setting (p. 57).
3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (WRITE or SYS WRITE)
button.
For details on saving your settings, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81) or “Saving the System Settings” (p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

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 Using Pedals (HOLD PEDAL/CTRL PEDAL)

You can connect a hold pedal (sold separately: DP series) and an expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5) to
the VP-770.
If an optional hold pedal (DP series) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL HOLD jack, you can press the
hold pedal to cause notes to sustain or “hold” even after their keys have been released. If an optional
expression pedal or pedal switch (EV-5, DP series.) is connected to the rear panel PEDAL CTRL jack (1, 2),
you can use the pedal to control the volume or various functions.

Holding Notes

While playing the keyboard, press the hold pedal.

The notes will be held while you are pressing the hold pedal.

✍ You can change the hold pedal settings by editing the registration’s “Hold Mode” (p. 87, p. 89), “Hold
Type” (p. 87), and “Hold Freeze Part” (p. 83) settings.

Adding Expression to Your Performance

While playing the keyboard, raise and lower the

expression pedal.

The expression pedal will vary not just the volume of the Ensemble part but also the
tonal character.

✍ You can change the pedal settings by editing the system’s polarity settings (Hold Pol, P1 Pol, P2
Pol) (p. 100).

Pedal Settings
Here’s how to edit the pedal-related settings.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the hold or expression
pedal.
The display will show the edit screen for the pedal you pressed.

2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial

to change the value.

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 Parameter Value Description
Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the pedal can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the pedal will be given the assignments stored in the registration
(REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire
VP-770 (SYSTEM).
Hold Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
P1 Asgn Specifies the function that will be controlled by the control pedal.
P2 Asgn
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
EXP Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#11 (expression) to the
sound generator section. The volume is controlled in a range of 0–127.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah pedal effect to sounds that support Wah.
PIZZ/STAC Plays the pizzicato or staccato sound (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM Plays the fall or tremolo sound (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies a doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT Applies a portamento effect.
AMB Controls the depth of ambience.
DIR-MIC Controls the direct microphone volume.
PROG-UP Switches to the next registration (Source: SYSTEM only).
PROG-DOWN Switches to the previous registration (Source: SYSTEM only).
PANEL-SW Performs the operation specified for P1 Sw Asgn/P2 Sw Asgn.
P1 Sw Asgn If P1 Asgn/P2 Asgn is set to “PANEL-SW,” this specifies the operation that
P2 Sw Asgn occurs when the control pedal turns on.
REC/PLAY Same operation as Sound Looper [REC/PLAY] button.
* Rapidly pressing the pedal twice performs the same operation as the
[STOP] button.
STOP Perform the same operation as Sound Looper [STOP] button.
P1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the control 1/2 pedals.
P2 Part
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (WRITE or SYS WRITE)
button.
For details on saving your settings, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81) or “Saving the System Settings”
(p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the

[EXIT] button.
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 Adding an Effect by Applying Pressure to the Keyboard (AFTERTOUCH)

You can add an effect to Vocal Designer by applying pressure (aftertouch) to the keyboard.

When you press the [AFTERTOUCH] button, the button will light and
the aftertouch function will be turned on for Vocal Designer.

Making Aftertouch Settings

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AFTERTOUCH] button.

The AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS screen will appear.

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2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the aftertouch can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the aftertouch will be given the assignments stored in the
registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for
the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
Aft Assign Specifies the aftertouch effect.
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
FILTER Changes the tone..
WAH Applies a wah effect to sounds that support Wah.
BEND-DOWN Lowers the pitch.
BEND-UP Raises the pitch.
Aft Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by aftertouch.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble Part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
OFF Off

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (WRITE or SYS WRITE)
button.
For details on saving your settings, refer to “Saving a Registration” (p. 81) or “Saving the System Settings”
(p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

✍ To adjust the aftertouch sensitivity, use the system setting Aft Sens (p. 99).

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 Using a Microphone to Control Expression (VOICE EXPRESSION)

You can use the loudness of your voice via the microphone to add expression to the Ensemble part.

1. Press the [VOICE EXPRESSION] button to make it light.

• To hear the result as clearly as possible, turn on an Ensemble part sound, and turn off the sound but-
tons of the Vocal Designer part and the Bass & Percussion part.
• To hear the result as clearly as possible, turn the [DIRECT] knob (which sends your own voice directly
from the output) all the way down.

2. Play the keyboard.

3. While continuing to hold down notes, vocalize into the microphone.

Try varying the loudness of your voice.

The volume and tone of the Ensemble part will change according to the loudness of your vocalizing.

Adjusting the Voice Expression Sensitivity

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [VOICE EXPRESSION]
button.
The VOICE EXP SETTINGS screen will appear.

2. Use the value dial to change the value.

Parameter Value Description
Voice Exp Sens 0–127 You can adjust the Voice Expression sensitivity. Higher sensitivity settings mean that the
Voice Expression effect will begin applying even when your voice is still at a low loudness
level.
Lower sensitivity settings mean that the Voice Expression effect will begin applying only
when your voice reaches a fairly high loudness level. You’ll find it easier to control Voice
Expression if you set this to a sensitivity that’s appropriate for your singing voice.

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (SYS WRITE) button.
For details on saving, refer to “Saving the System Settings” (p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

* The Voice Expression effect does not apply to some sounds (GUITAR, OTHERS, and decay-type
sounds).

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Usi n g Au d i o Fil e s

This chapter explains the Audio Key function, which allows audio files saved on USB memory
(sold separately) to be assigned to keys for playback; and the Sound Looper function, which lets

you layer the phrases you perform and play them back as a loop.

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 Performing with Audio Files (AUDIO KEY)

* Never disconnect the USB memory while the Audio Key function is in use.

The VP-770 lets you play audio files saved on USB memory (sold separately) while you perform. This is
called the “Audio Key” function.

The Audio Key function lets you assign audio files to the lowest fifteen keys of the keyboard and play these
audio files by pressing the corresponding key. You can assign various phrases to the keys and play them at
the appropriate moments during your performance.

AUDIO KEY VOCAL DESIGNER

ENSEMBLE

You can also specify that an audio file play repeatedly, or reserve the audio file that should be played next.
Here are some ways in which you can enjoy using the Audio Key function.
• By switching audio files between sections such as Intro, Theme, Break, and Ending as your song
progresses, you can freely change the structure of the song while you perform.
• Assign a different audio song to each key, and use the keyboard to switch songs so you can perform
to the accompaniment of an audio song.
For details on the format of the audio files, refer to “Audio Files that can be Played by the VP-770” (p. 73).

Performing with Audio Files from USB Memory

Here’s how you can perform while playing audio files saved on USB memory (sold separately).
Before you begin, install the included “Audio Key Utility 3” into your computer, and prepare the audio file
set that you want to play back on the VP-770.
For details, refer to “Audio Key Utility 3 Quick Guide” (separate document).

1. Connect the USB memory containing the audio file set to

the USB MEMORY connector (p. 22).

2. Press the [AUDIO KEY] button.

The AUDIO KEY screen will appear.

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 The Audio Key function will be activated, allowing you to play audio files by pressing a key.

Playback Mode List

Indication Description
O One-shot Now
When you press the key, the audio file will play only once.
The audio file will play immediately when you press the key.

OW One-shot Wait
When you press the key, the audio file will play only once.
With this setting, pressing the key while another audio file is playing will reserve the audio file to be played next.
When the currently playing audio file has finished, the reserved audio file will play.

L Loop Now
When you press the key, the audio file will play repeatedly.
The audio file will play immediately when you press the key.

LW Loop Wait
When you press the key, the audio file will play repeatedly.
With this setting, pressing the key while another audio file is playing will reserve the audio file to be played next.
When the currently playing audio file has finished, the reserved audio file will play.

STOP When you press this key, the audio file will stop playing.

* If audio files are not assigned to the C#2–D3 keys, nothing will be shown in the keyboard graphic in
the screen.

3. Play a key C#2–D3.

The audio file assigned to the respective key will play.

If a key is assigned to play an audio file, the color of the key in the screen will change. The name and
remaining time of the currently playing audio file is also shown in the screen.

Keys set to “OW” or “LW” let you reserve the audio file that will be played when the currently playing audio
file has finished playing. Keys for which an audio file is reserved are indicated by a bold border.

4. To stop the file that’s playing, press the C2 key.

Audio file playback will stop.

✍ In the AUDIO KEY screen you can adjust the Audio Key volume by turning the value dial.

✍ For details on installing the included “Audio Key Utility 3” into your computer, refer to “Audio Key
Utility 3 Quick Guide” (separate document).

✍ If the connected USB memory does not contain an audio file set created by the “Audio Key Utility 3,”
you’ll be able to assign audio files from USB memory to each key and play them.
You can also change the settings of the audio files assigned to the keys, and change the settings
that specify how the audio files will be repeated (p. 70).

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 Selecting the Audio File Set
Here’s how to select and play an audio file set that’s saved in USB memory.

1. Connect the USB memory containing the audio file set to the USB
MEMORY connector (p. 22).

2. Press the [AUDIO KEY] button.

The AUDIO KEY screen will appear.

3. Press the [F2] (SELECT) button.

The following screen will appear. ✍ If the USB memory does not contain an audio
file set that was created using “Audio Key Utility
3,” the display will indicate “External Root.” Even
if the USB memory does not contain an audio
file set, audio files located in the root level of
the USB memory can be assigned to keys and
played.

4. Use the VALUE dial to select an audio file set, and press the [F2 (LOAD)]
button.

5. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK)
button.
The file will be loaded into the VP-770.

Changing the Audio File Settings

Here’s how you can edit the audio file settings, such as changing the audio file played by each key, or
specifying whether the file will be played repeatedly.

1. As described in “Selecting the Audio File Set” (on the preceding

page), load the audio file set that you want to edit.
The audio file set will be loaded into the VP-770.

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2. Press the [F1] (EDIT) button.
The following screen will appear.
Now you can change the audio file that is assigned to each key, and specify how it is to be played (the
playback mode).

✍ If the USB memory does not contain an audio

file set, the [WRITE] button is not shown in the
display.

3. Press the key whose settings you want to change.

The audio file assigned to each key and its playback mode are shown.

4. Use the VALUE dial to select the audio file that will be played by the
specified key.
If you select the “No Assign,” the audio file assigned to that key will be cleared. No playback mode indica-
tion is shown on the graphic for keys to which no audio file is assigned, and the audio file name field will
indicate “No Assign.”

5. Press the [F1] (MODE) button to select play mode.

The playback mode (p. 69) will change each time you press the [F1] (MODE) button.

6. Repeat steps 3–5 to edit the settings.

7. Press the [F2] (WRITE) button.

The confirmation message will appear.

If you don’t want to store the settings, press the [F2] (CANCEL) button.
The operation will be cancelled, and you’ll return to the previous screen.

8. Press the [F1] (OK) button to overwrite the settings of the audio file
set.
When the settings have been written, the indicators will go out, and you will return to the previous screen.

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 Adjusting the Volume of the Audio Key
You can adjust the volume when using the Audio Key function.
You can adjust the volume of the Audio Key to change the volume balance between your keyboard
performance and the audio file playback.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [AUDIO KEY] button.
The AUDIO KEY LEVEL screen will appear.

2. Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor to “Level.”

3. Use the value dial to change the value of “Level.”

✍ In the same way, you can move the cursor to

““Amb Send” and specify the amount of ambience
(0–127) that will be applied to the audio key.

You can specify the volume in a range of “0–127.”

✍ In the AUDIO KEY screen you can also change the Audio Key volume by turning the value dial.

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Types of Audio Files That the VP-770 Can Play

WAV/AIFF
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz
Bit Depth 16-bit
File Extension “.wav” “.aif” “.aiff ”

MP3
Format MPEG-1 audio layer 3
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz
Bit Rate 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256
/320 kbps, VBR (Variable Bit Rate)
File Extension “.mp3”

Caution when Playing Back Audio Files

An MP3 file has little time of the blank at the head and the end of the file. Therefore, the sound might cut
off when an MP3 file played repeatedly with Audio Key function.
If this occurs, you may be able to solve the problem by useing WAV/AIFF format data rather than MP3
format data

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 Recording Loop Phrases (SOUND LOOPER)

You can record a phrase you perform, and play it back repeatedly as a loop. You can also record additional
phrases layered onto the recording. When you’re using a microphone it may be difficult to hear the sound
that is actually being produced, but you can use this looping function to easily audition your output.

* The recordable time is approximately 18 seconds.

* You can’t change the tempo or time signature of the recorded phrase.
* You can’t record the sound that is output from the OUTPUT B jacks. You’ll need to set things up so that
the sound you want to record is output from the OUTPUT A (MIX) jacks (p. 4, 98).

Recording a Phrase

Preparations

1. Press the [REC/PLAY] button.

The Sound Looper will enter recording-standby mode, and the [REC/PLAY] button will start blinking.
The LOOPER SETUP screen will appear.

✍ You can also access this screen by holding

down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the
[REC/PLAY] button.

* If a phrase has already been recorded, recording will start when you press the [REC/PLAY] button.
(The LOOPER SETUP screen will not appear.) If you want to record a new phrase, erase the previously-
recorded phrase as described in “Erasing the Phrase” (p. 76).

2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to make metronome
settings for recording and to specify the length that you want to
record.
✍ If you leave the [AUTO START] button
turned on, recording will start
automatically when you begin playing.
The [ ] icon in the level meter indicates
the level at which triggering will occur.

✍ If the pedal setting (P1/P2 Assign) is

“PANEL-SW,” you can perform this
operation using the pedal (p. 63).
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 Parameter Value Description
Beat 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, Specifies the metronome’s time signature.
5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8,
9/16, 11/16, 13/16, 15/16,
17/16, 19/16
Tempo 25.0–300.0 Specifies the metronome’s tempo.
Length (depends on the Specifies the number of measures that will be recorded. You cannot specify a number
tempo) of measures that would cause the recording time to exceed 18 seconds.
Level 0–127 Specifies the playback volume for the Sound Looper.
Gain 0–+12 [dB] This adjust the gain of the looper.
Auto Trig Level 1–10 Specify this if you’re using Auto Start to initiate recording. Lower values will allow
recording to be triggered even by softer sounds. The [ ] icon in the level meter
indicates the level at which triggering will occur.
Metro Mode OFF The metronome will not sound.
PLAY-ONLY The metronome will sound only while the Sound Looper is playing back.
REC-ONLY The metronome will sound only while the Sound Looper is recording.
PLAY&REC The metronome will sound while the Sound Looper is playing or recording.
ALWAYS The metronome will sound constantly.
Metro Level 0–10 Adjusts the volume of the metronome.
Metro Sound TYPE1–6 Selects the sound of the metronome.
* For details on each value, refer to p. 99.

Starting/Stopping Recording
3. Press the [REC/PLAY] button.
After a one-measure count-in, the [REC/PLAY] button will light red, and
recording will start.
✍ If you leave the [AUTO
START] button turned
on, recording will start
After recording has started and the specified number of measures has automatically when
elapsed, the [REC/PLAY] button will turn green and the Sound Looper will you begin playing.
switch to playback.
* The measure setting is invalid if the metronome is turned off (Metro Mode: OFF, PLAY-ONLY).

4. To stop recording, press the [STOP] button.

Playing Back the Recorded Phrase

1. Press the [REC/PLAY] button.
The [REC/PLAY] button will turn green, and the phrase will play.

2. To stop playback, press the [STOP] button.

Overdubbing Phrases (Recording Another Layer)

Here’s how to record another phrase onto the previously recorded phrase.

1. Press the [REC/PLAY] button.

The [REC/PLAY] button will turn green, and the phrase will play.

2. To begin overdubbing, press the [REC/PLAY] button once again.

The [REC/PLAY] button will turn orange, and the Sound Looper will be in overdubbing mode.

3. To stop playback, press the [STOP] button.

✍ If you press the [REC/PLAY] button, recording will end and the phrase will play.

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 Erasing the Phrase

1. Hold down the [STOP] button and press the [REC/PLAY] button.
The confirmation message will appear.

2. Press the [F1] (OK) button to erase the phrase.

If you decide not to erase the phrase, press the [F2] (CANCEL) button.
* You can’t recover a phrase that has been erased.

Saving the Phrase to USB Memory

If you save the recorded phrase to USB memory (sold separately), you’ll be able to use it with the Audio Key
function (p. 68).

1. Make sure that the phrase is not playing.

2. Press the [SAVE TO USB MEMORY] button.

The WRITE FILE NAME screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to enter a name, and then
press the [F2] (WRITE) button.
For details on assigning names, refer to p. 81.
The confirmation message will appear.

4. Press the [F1] (OK) button to save the phrase to USB memory.
When the save is completed, the previous display will reappear.
* It is not possible to load a phrase from USB memory into the Sound Looper.

Adjusting the Volume of the Phrase

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [REC/PLAY] button.
The LOOPER SETUP screen will appear.

2. Press the cursor buttons to move the cursor to “Level.”

3. Use the value dial to change the value of “Level.”

Press the [EXIT] button to return to the top screen.

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Storing S ounds and S ettings
(Registration)

Sounds and panel settings can be stored as one of thirty-two “registrations” for instant recall
using the eight buttons.

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 Recalling a Registration (REGISTRATION)

Here’s how to recall the VP-770’s sounds and panel settings (registrations).

What is a Registration?
A registration is the unit by which the VP-770’s sounds and panel settings can be stored.
In addition to the sounds and settings for the Vocal Designer, Ensemble, and Bass & Percussion parts, a
registration also saves the state of the panel and various other settings.
Preset User

As shown in the illustration at right, the registrations are

Bank 1
organized into four preset buttons and four user buttons,
each with four banks. One registration can be stored Bank 2
at each button, and instantly recalled by pressing that
button. Bank 3

Bank 4
The top screen shows the following information

✍ You can also select a registration

from the top screen by moving the
cursor to the registration number
and turning the value dial.
Registration number (1–4) * Please be aware that in the screen
Bank number (1–4) shots shown in this document, the
Preset (P) / User (U) indication registration names and tone names
differ from the factory settings.

Saving a Registration to a Preset

When the VP-770 is in its factory-set condition, you cannot save registrations to the preset buttons.
However, by turning off “Preset Protect” (a System setting), as described below, you’ll be able to store
registrations at the preset buttons as well.

1. Press the [MENU] button.

2. Turn the value dial to select “System,” and press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
3. Turn the value dial to select “Sound,” and press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
4. Press the [ ] cursor button to move the cursor to “Preset Protect,” and then turn the
value dial to change the “Preset Protect” setting to “OFF.”
5. To save the system setting you just edited, press the [F2] (SYS WRITE) button.
6. When the confirmation screen appears, press the [F1] (OK) button.

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✍ The registration buttons will light red for presets and orange for user registrations. However,
if you’ve disabled Preset Protect, all of the registration buttons will light orange.
 Selecting the Registration Bank
There are four registration banks. Press the [BANK] button to switch banks.

1. Press the [BANK] button.

✍ You can press the [EXIT]
button or [BANK] button
to cancel the bank select
procedure.

The [BANK] button and the button for the currently selected bank number (one of [1]–[4]) will light green, and
the buttons of the bank numbers that can be selected will blink green.

2. Select the desired bank by pressing a button from [1] through [4].

The bank will be selected, and the registration buttons (PRESET [1]–[4], USER [1]–[4] buttons) will blink.
Now you can recall the desired registration as described below.

✍ The registration buttons will light red for presets and orange for user registrations. However, if you’ve
disabled Preset Protect (p. 78), all of the registration buttons will light orange.

Recalling a Registration

1. Press the registration button (PRESET [1]–[4], USER [1]–[4] buttons) for
the desired registration.

✍ By holding down the [SHIFT]

button and pressing a
[REGISTRATION] button, you
The button you pressed will light, and the registration will be selected. can view a list of registrations.

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 Initializing a Registration

settings of the currently selected registration to a standard set of values.

✍ If you want to return all registrations to their factory-set state, execute the Factory Reset operation
(p. 110).
* The currently selected registration will be lost when you initialize the registration.

1. Press a [REGISTRATION] button to select the registration that you

want to initialize (p. 78).

2. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [F2] (INIT) button.

The confirmation message will appear.

3. Press the [F1] (OK) button at the confirmation screen, and the regis-
tration will be initialized.

When the screen indicates “Completed!”, Initialization has been completed.

If you decide not to initialize, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 Saving a Registration (REGISTRATION WRITE)

registration (When you edit the registration settings, the “*” symbol will appear in the upper right of the top
screen). If you want to keep the modified registration, you must save it.
* When you execute the save operation, the registration that had previously been saved to the save
destination will be overwritten and lost. However, the internal factory-set registrations can be
recovered by executing the Factory Reset operation.

1. Press the [F2] (WRITE) button.

✍ You can also save the registration

by pressing the [F2] (WRITE) button
in one of the Vocal Designer,
Ensemble, or Bass & Percussion
editing screens.

The REGIST NAME screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to enter a name, and then
press the [F2] (WRITE) button.
Value dial Chooses characters.
Cursor left/right Moves the cursor.
Cursor up/down Switches between uppercase/lowercase.
[SHIFT]+[F1] (DELETE) Deletes the character at the cursor, and
moves the subsequent characters one
place forward.
[SHIFT]+[F2] (INSERT) Inserts a space at the cursor location.

A screen will appear, allowing you to select the write-

destination registration.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select the write-destina-
tion registration, and then press the [F2] (EXEC) button.
* As the destination of a write, you’ll normally only
be able to select a user registration (U11–U44).
However, if you’ve disabled Preset Protect (p. 78), all
registrations will be available as write destinations.

* You can also select the write destination by using

the buttons as described on p. 79.

The confirmation message will appear.

4. At the confirmation screen, press the [F1] (OK) button to save the
registration.
When the “Completed!” indication appears, the registration has been saved.
If you decide not to save, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 Editing a Registration
Here’s the basic procedure for editing a registration.

1. Press a [REGISTRATION] button to select the registration that you

want to edit (p. 78).

2. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor, and then press the [F1]
(EDIT) button.
Cursor location Operation of the EDIT button Page
Makes settings for the entire
Registration number p. 83
registration.
Makes settings for the Vocal
VOCAL DESIGNER field p. 86
Designer part.
Makes settings for the
ENSEMBLE field p. 88
Ensemble part.

✍ If you want to make settings for the Bass & Percussion part, hold down the [SHIFT] button and
press the [BASS] or [PERC] button to access the BASS & PERC EDIT screen (p. 92).

3. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to the parameter that you
want to edit.

If not all parameters can be shown in a single screen, a scroll bar is shown at the right edge of the screen. In
this case, use the cursor [ ] button to scroll the screen downward.

✍ You can access a list of value by holding down the [SHIFT] button and pressing the [F1] (LIST)
button in an EDIT screen. From the REGISTRATION EDIT screen, press the [F1] (CONTROL) button to
access the REGIST CONTROL (Registration Control settings) screen.

4. Use the value dial to change the value.

✍ You can change the value in steps of one by pressing the cursor buttons [ ] or [ ]. If you want
to quickly increase the value, hold down [ ] and press [ ]. Conversely, you can quickly decrease
the value by holding down [ ] and pressing [ ]. You can change the value in larger steps by
holding down [SHIFT] and pressing [ ] or [ ].

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to edit the parameters as desired.

6. If you want to save the changes you made, refer to “Saving a Regis-
tration” (p. 81).

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 Registration Parameters
This section explains the functions the different registration parameters have, as well as the composition of
these parameters. For details on how to make settings, refer to “Editing a Registration” (p. 82).

REGISTRATION EDIT
These settings apply to the entire registration.

Parameter Value Description

Split ON, OFF Turns on the Split function, which divides the keyboard into separate zones
for the Vocal Designer and Ensemble parts.
Split Point 36 (C2)–84 (C6) Specifies the key at which the keyboard is to be divided into separate zones
for the Vocal Designer and Ensemble parts.
Hold Freeze Part OFF, VOC, ENS The specified part will not receive note-on messages when the Hold pedal
is pressed.
Ambience Type OFF Turns the ambience off.
HALL1 The reverberation of a church.
HALL2 The reverberation of a large hall.
STUDIO The reverberation of a studio.
Ambience Depth 0–127 Adjusts the depth of ambience.
Direct Mic Level 0–127 Specifies the direct microphone volume (the audio signal selected by the
Input Source (p. 86) setting).
Direct Mic Amb Send 0–127 Specifies the level of the signal that is sent from the direct microphone (the
audio signal selected by the Input Source (p. 86) setting) to Ambience.

REGIST CONTROL
Here you can make controller settings for the registration.

✍ In the REGISTRATION EDIT screen, you can press the [F1] (CONTROL) button to access the REGIST
CONTROL (Registration Control setting) screen.

REGIST KEYBOARD
Parameter Value Description
Aft Assign Specifies the aftertouch effect.
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah effect to sounds that support Wah.
BEND-DOWN Lowers the pitch.
BEND-UP Raises the pitch.
Aft Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by aftertouch.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble Part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
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 REGIST PEDAL
Parameter Value Description
Hold Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
P1 Asgn Specifies the function that will be controlled by the control pedal.
P2 Asgn
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
EXP Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#11 (expression) to the
sound generator section. The volume is controlled in a range of 0–127.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah pedal effect to sounds that support Wah.
PIZZ/STAC Plays the pizzicato or staccato sound (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM Plays the fall or tremolo sound (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies a doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT Applies a portamento effect.
AMB Controls the depth of ambience.
DIR-MIC Controls the direct microphone volume.
PANEL-SW Performs the operation specified for P1 Sw Asgn/P2 Sw Asgn.
P1 Sw Asgn If P1 Asgn/P2 Asgn is set to “PANEL-SW,” this specifies the operation that
P2 Sw Asgn occurs when the control pedal turns on.
REC/PLAY Same operation as Sound Looper [REC/PLAY] button.
* Rapidly pressing the pedal twice performs the same operation as the [STOP] button.
STOP Perform the same operation as Sound Looper [STOP] button.
P1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the control 1/2 pedals.
P2 Part
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.

REGIST S1/S2
Parameter Value Description
Sw1 Assign Specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons.
Sw2 Assign
OFF Off
PIZZ/STAC The pizzicato or staccato sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM The fall or tremolo sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies the doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT-ENS Applies the portamento effect to the Ensemble.
PORT-VOC Applies the portamento effect to the Vocal Designer.
AMB-OFF Switches the ambience when you press the button.
DIR-MIC-OFF Switches the direct microphone when you press the button.
Sw1 Mode Turns the [S1]/[S2] buttons function LATCH/MOMENTARY.
Sw2 Mode
LATCH The on/off status will alternate each time you press [S1]/[S2] button.

84 MOMENTARY The status will be on only while you hold down [S1]/[S2] button.
REGIST D BEAM
Parameter Value Description
DB1 Select FIX, ASGN When a D Beam button is on, this setting specifies whether it will perform
DB2 Select the function printed on the panel (FIX) or the function assigned by the DB1
DB3 Select –3 Asgn settings (ASGN).
* You can switch between FIX and ASGN at any time by holding down the
D Beam button for several seconds.
DB1 Asgn These settings specify the function that will be controlled by the D Beam
DB2 Asgn when DB1–3 Select is set to “ASGN.”
DB3 Asgn MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
EXP Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#11 (expression) to the
sound generator section. The volume is controlled in a range of 0–127.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah pedal effect to sounds that support Wah.
PIZZ/STAC Plays the pizzicato or staccato sound (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM Plays the fall or tremolo sound (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies a doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT Applies a portamento effect.
PITCH Changes the pitch.
DB1 Range Lo 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is not
DB2 Range Lo responding. Increasing this value will apply an effect even if the D Beam
DB3 Range Lo controller is not responding at all.
DB1 Range Hi 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is responding
DB2 Range Hi to its maximum extent. Reducing this value will reduce the amount of effect
DB3 Range Hi produced by the D Beam controller.
DB1 Polarity STANDARD, REVERSE Inverts the change that occurs when you move your hand above the sensor.
DB2 Polarity (For details, refer to the table below, “D Beam Effects.”)
DB3 Polarity
DB1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the D Beam.
DB2 Part
DB3 Part VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.

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Here you can make settings for the Vocal Designer part.

Parameter Value Description

Input Source Selects the modulator (p. 20).
The audio signal of the part (AKEY, ENS, LOOPER) selected for Input Source will
be sent to the modulator, and therefore will no longer sound in the usual way;
however you can play the Input Source directly by raising the [DIRECT] knob.
MIC-EXT The audio signal from the mic jack will be used as the modulator. Normally,
you can use this setting. By turning on the rear panel [MIX TO MIC] switch, the
audio signal from the EXT IN jack can also be used as the modulator.
AKEY The audio signal from Audio Key will be used as the modulator. For example,
this lets you use Audio Key to play back a wave file containing a vocal, and use
that sound to play Vocal Designer.
ENS The audio signal from the Ensemble part will be used as the modulator.
* The Ensemble part’s Ambience Send will be disabled.
LOOPER The audio signal from the Sound Looper will be used as the modulator. For
example, this lets you play Vocal Designer using a vocal that was recorded into
the Sound Looper using direct microphone.
Level 0–127 Specifies the volume of the tone.
Pan L64–0–63R Specifies the pan. “L64” is far left, “0” is center, and “63R” is far right.
Dry Send 0–127 Specifies the volume of the part.
Ambience Send 0–127 Specifies the level of the signal sent to the ambience.
Coarse Tune -12–+12 Adjusts the pitch up or down in semitone steps (+/-1 octave).
Fine Tune -50–+50 Adjusts the pitch up or down in 1-cent steps (+/-50 cents).
One cent is 1/100th of a semitone.
Octave -3–+3 Adjusts the pitch of the sound up or down in units of an octave (+/-3 octaves).
Tone -64–+63 Adjusts the tone.
Increasing the value will strengthen the highs, producing a clearer sound.
Decreasing the value will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.
Attack -64–+63 Adjusts the attack.
Increasing the value will make the attack more gentle.
Decreasing the value will make the attack sharper.
Release -64–+63 Adjusts the release.
Increasing the value will lengthen the time from note-off (releasing the key)
until the sound disappears.
Decreasing the value will shorten the time from note-off (releasing the key)
until the sound disappears.
Vibrato Rate -64–+63 Adjust the vibrato speed (the rate at which the sound is modulated). The sound
will be modulated more rapidly for higher settings, and more slowly with lower
settings.
Vibrato Depth -64–+63 Adjusts the depth of the vibrato effect (the depth at which the sound is
modulated). The sound will be modulated more greatly for higher settings, and
less with lower settings.
Vibrato Delay -64–+63 Adjusts the time delay until the vibrato (sound modulation) effect begins.
Higher settings will produce a longer delay time before vibrato begins, while
lower settings produce a shorter time.
Bend Range 0–12 Specifies the degree of pitch change in semitones when the Pitch Bend lever is
all the way right/left. For example, if this parameter is set to “12,” the pitch will
rise one octave when the pitch bend lever is moved to the right-most position.
Bend Type NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the conventional way (movement of the
lever will produce smooth changes in pitch).
CHROMATIC The pitch bend lever will change the pitch in semitone steps, simulating the
sound of vocal correction software.
Bend Mode NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the conventional way.
LOCK1 In this mode, pitch bend will not be applied to a new note that is played while
the pitch of a previously played note is already being bent. By using this setting
in conjunction with playing legato, you can create portamento-like effects.
LOCK2 Operation is essentially the same as LOCK1, but there will be no pitch change
in response to the pitch bend lever returning.
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Hold Mode NORMAL All notes will be sustained if you press the Hold pedal and play the keyboard.
LEGATO If you play with the Hold pedal held down, the previous note will disappear the
instant you play the next note, producing a legato performance. This makes it
easier to play particularly when you’re playing chords.
Hold Type CARR The Hold pedal will sustain the sound of the carrier (the basis of the sound).
If you play the keyboard and then hold down the Hold pedal, you’ll be able to
perform simply by using the sound from the microphone, without having to
keep your hand on the keyboard.
FORM The Hold pedal will sustain the sound of the modulator (microphone input).
If you hold down the Hold pedal while vocalizing into the microphone, you’ll
be able to perform simply by playing the keyboard, without having to continue
vocalizing.
The default setting for the modulator is the microphone input, but you can
change this by using the “Input Source” parameter.
BOTH The Hold pedal will sustain the sounds of both the carrier and the modulator.
Portamento ON, OFF Specifies whether the portamento effect will be applied (ON) or not (OFF).
Portamento is an effect which smoothly changes the pitch from the first-played
key to the next-played key. By applying portamento, you can simulate slide
performance techniques on a violin or similar instrument.
Portamento Time 0–127 Specifies the time over which the pitch will change when you play portamento.
Increasing the value will lengthen the time over which the pitch moves to the
next note.
8va ON, OFF Specifies the state of the [8va] button. If this is ON, the range of the Vocal
Designer part will be raised by one octave.
Auto Harmony Sw ON, OFF Turns the Auto Harmony function on/off.
The Auto Harmony function lets you automatically add a backing chorus to
your vocal. This function generates harmony based on the melody you sing
(the pitch detected from the microphone) and the chords detected from the
keyboard. In addition, the harmony will change according to the movement of
the melody you sing.
Harmony Type DUET, Switches the type of Auto Harmony.
TRIO,
TRIO-UPPER, The notation shown below is an example of a C-major scale.
QUARTET, • The solid black notes indicate the pitch detected from the microphone (this
MANHATTAN, note will not sound *1).
JAZZ-OPEN • The white notes indicate the harmony that was generated (Vocal Designer
will sound with these notes).
• For a minor chord, the third will be a minor third rather than a major third.
DUET

TRIO

TRIO-UPPER

QUARTET

MANHATTAN

JAZZ-OPEN

*1 You can sound the black notes by turning on the [AUTO NOTE] button.

Auto Note Sw ON, OFF Turns the Auto Note function on.
Normally, Vocal Designer will not sound unless you play the keyboard.
However, by using the Auto Note function, you can make Vocal Designer
produce sound without your having to play the keyboard; i.e., all you’ll need
to do is vocalize into the microphone. The Auto Note function will detect the
pitch of your voice via the microphone, and automatically sound notes for that
pitch.
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At Note Mode CHROMATIC This is a chromatic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted
to notes at semitone intervals.
DIATONIC This is a diatonic scale. The pitch detected from the microphone is converted
to notes at diatonic intervals. You can use the At Note Key parameter to specify
the key of the scale.
At Note Key C, C#, D, D#, E, F, F#, G, Specifies the key when At Note Mode is set to “DIATONIC” (diatonic scale).
G#, A, A#, B
Note Priority Specifies the priority with which notes will sound when you hold down more
than one key when playing a monophonic sound.
* Monophonic sounds are sounds that always produce only one note even
when you press multiple keys. It is not possible for the user to specify the
mono/poly setting.
NORMAL If you play multiple keys with a monophonic sound, the last-played key will
sound.
TOP If you play multiple keys with a monophonic sound, the highest key will sound.

ENSEMBLE EDIT
Here you can make settings for the Ensemble part.

Parameter Value Description

Level 0–127 Specifies the volume of the tone.
Pan L64–0–63R Specifies the pan. “L64” is far left, “0” is center, and “63R” is far right.
Dry Send 0–127 Specifies the volume of the part.
Ambience Send 0–127 Specifies the level of the signal sent to the ambience.
Coarse Tune -12–+12 Adjusts the pitch up or down in semitone steps (+/-1 octave).
Fine Tune -50–+50 Adjusts the pitch up or down in 1-cent steps (+/-50 cents).
One cent is 1/100th of a semitone.
Octave -3–+3 Adjusts the pitch of the sound up or down in units of an octave (+/-3
octaves).
Tone -64–+63 Adjusts the tone.
Increasing the value will strengthen the highs, producing a clearer sound.
Decreasing the value will restrain the highs, producing a milder sound.
Attack -64–+63 Adjusts the attack.
Increasing the value will make the attack more gentle.
Decreasing the value will make the attack sharper.
* Setting the attack to a negative value for a BRASS or STRINGS sound will
have no effect. The sharpest attack will be when the slider is set to zero.
Release -64–+63 Adjusts the release.
Increasing the value will lengthen the time from note-off (releasing the key)
until the sound disappears.
Decreasing the value will shorten the time from note-off (releasing the key)
until the sound disappears.
Vibrato Rate -64–+63 Adjust the vibrato speed (the rate at which the sound is modulated). The
sound will be modulated more rapidly for higher settings, and more slowly
with lower settings.
Vibrato Depth -64–+63 Adjusts the depth of the vibrato effect (the depth at which the sound is
modulated). The sound will be modulated more greatly for higher settings,
and less with lower settings.
Vibrato Delay -64–+63 Adjusts the time delay until the vibrato (sound modulation) effect begins.
Higher settings will produce a longer delay time before vibrato begins,
while lower settings produce a shorter time.
Bend Range 0–12 Specifies the degree of pitch change in semitones when the Pitch Bend
lever is all the way right/left. For example, if this parameter is set to “12,” the
pitch will rise one octave when the pitch bend lever is moved to the right-
most position.

✍ For the SuperNATURAL brass (BRASS) sounds, setting the bend range
(RANGE) to 3 or higher will simulate the discontinuous pitch change
that is typical of brass instruments, instead of the normal smooth pitch
change. When you apply a downward bend, the sound will behave in the
manner distinctive of brass instruments, meaning that the volume will
also decrease.
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Bend Type NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the conventional way (movement of the
(GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, lever will produce smooth changes in pitch).
SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR,
JAZZ SCAT tone only) CHROMATIC The pitch bend lever will change the pitch in semitone steps, simulating the
sound of vocal correction software.
Bend Mode NORMAL The pitch bend lever will operate in the conventional way.
LOCK1 In this mode, pitch bend will not be applied to a new note that is played
while the pitch of a previously played note is already being bent. By using
this setting in conjunction with playing legato, you can create portamento-
like effects.
LOCK2 Operation is essentially the same as LOCK1, but there will be no pitch
change in response to the pitch bend lever returning.
COMBI This mode allows you to express the subtle pitch changes that are
(BRASS tone only) distinctive of a SuperNATURAL brass instrument.
The proportion of breath noise will increase when you operate the bender
in the Down direction. This lets you freely control the breathiness at the
beginning or end of a note.
Hold Mode NORMAL All sounds will be sustained when you hold down the Hold pedal and play
(BRASS SECTION *1, the keyboard.
STRING SECTION *1, At this time, the “Auto Dynamics” (p. 91) effect will apply to STRINGS
GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, SECTION *1 sounds.
SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR,
JAZZ SCAT tone only) LEGATO If you play with the Hold pedal held down, the previous note will disappear
the instant you play the next note, producing a legato performance. This
makes it easier to play, particularly when you’re playing chords.
At this time, the “Auto Dynamics” (p. 91) effect will apply to STRINGS
SECTION *1 sounds.
ACCOMP A sostenuto-like effect will be applied when you play the keyboard and
(BRASS SECTION *1, press the Hold pedal.
STRING SECTION *1 For STRINGS SECTION *1 sounds, the volume will decrease slightly when
tone only) you press the pedal. If you release the pedal while continuing to hold the
keys, the volume will return to its previous level. Since the volume will
not change for notes played after pressing the pedal, this is a convenient
way to emphasize the melody while slightly reducing the volume of the
accompaniment.
Portamento ON, OFF Specifies whether the portamento effect will be applied (ON) or not (OFF).
Portamento is an effect which smoothly changes the pitch from the first-
played key to the next-played key. By applying portamento, you can
simulate slide performance techniques on a violin or similar instrument.
Auto Portamento ON, OFF Portamento will automatically be added when you play rapid legato
(BRASS tone only) phrases.
Portamento Time 0–127 When portamento is used, this specifies the time over which the pitch will
(GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, change. Higher settings will cause the pitch change to the next note to take
SYNTH STRINGS, CHOIR, more time.
JAZZ SCAT tone only)

*1 For the BRASS SECTION and STRING SECTION sounds, refer to the separate “VP-770 Sound List.”

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Section Mode STACK Stack Mode
(BRASS SECTION *1 tone This allows you to successively layer each instrument in the order you’ve
only) specified “Playing settings (Section Style screen)” (p. 29). Using this mode
allows you to simulate the bell tones played by a brass ensemble.
When you play single notes
Only the first instrument will sound.

When you play a second note as well...

The first instrument will continue sounding, and the second instrument will
be added.

1 2

When you additionally play a third and fourth note...

The sounds of the third and fourth instrument will be successively layered.

1 2 3 4

UNISON Unison Mode

When you play a single key or multiple keys simultaneously with a four-
player ensemble setting, the various instruments will be assigned as follows.
When you play single notes
All assigned instruments will sound at the same pitch. Each instrument will
sound in an octave that’s appropriate for it.

When you play multiple notes simultaneously

Each instrument will automatically be assigned to a note you play.
Units of instruments automatically assigned to a note you play are called a
group.
Example: If you play two notes

90 *1 For the names of the BRASS SECTION sounds, refer to the separate “VP-770 Sound List.”
Parameter Value Description
Uni Key Shift NONE All brass sounds of the brass section will be played by the same key (pitch).
(BRASS SECTION *1 tone
only) FIXED Each brass sound will be played by the specified key.
AUTO Sounds will be played by the key specified for each brass sound only when
playing single notes in Unison mode.
Auto Dynamics 0–127 This allows string-like expression to be played by adjusting the timing and
(STRING SECTION *1 tone speed at which you take your finger off the key.
only) The volume will swell slightly when you take your finger off the key while
holding down the Hold pedal.
The sound will swell more greatly if you release your finger slowly. The
change will be greater for higher settings of this parameter value.
This is valid when the Hold Mode setting is “NORMAL” or “LEGATO.”
Section Size 0–127 Specifies the size of the string section. Higher values will simulate a larger
(STRING SECTION *1 tone section. This can be set in a range from a string ensemble of a few members
only) up to a full orchestra.
Variation NORMAL The normal sound will be heard.
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only)

STACCATO The staccato sound will be heard.

(BRASS tone only)

FALL The fall sound will be heard.

(BRASS tone only)

DOIT The doit sound will be heard.

(BRASS tone only)

PIZZICATO The pizzicato sound will be heard.

(STRINGS tone only)

TREMOLO The tremolo sound will be heard.

(STRING SECTION *1 tone
only)

Reverb Switch ON, OFF Turns on/off the reverb that is applied only to brass and string sounds.
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only)
* The brass and string sounds have their own reverb effect that is separate
from the ambience that is applied to the overall sound of the VP-770.
EQ Switch BYPASS Turns the equalizer off.
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only)
ON Turns the equalizer on.
EQ Lo Freq 200, 400 Hz Specifies the center frequency at which the low-frequency range will be
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only) adjusted.
EQ Lo Gain -15 –+15 dB Specifies the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the low-frequency range.
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only)

EQ Hi Freq 2000, 4000, Specifies the center frequency at which the high-frequency range will be
(BRASS, STRINGS tone only) 8000 Hz adjusted.
EQ Hi Gain -15 –+15 dB Specifies the gain (amount of boost or cut) for the high-frequency range.
(BRASS SECTION,
SOLO BRASS,
STRING SECTION,
SOLO STRINGS tone only)
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 BASS & PERC EDIT
Here you can make settings for the Bass and Percussion parts.

✍
Parameter
To access this screen, hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [BASS] or [PERC] button.

Value Description
Level 0–127 Specifies the volume of the tone.
Pan L64–0–63R Specifies the pan. “L64” is far left, “0” is center, and “63R” is far right.
Dry Send 0–127 Specifies the volume of the part.
Ambience Send 0–127 Specifies the level of the signal sent to the ambience.
Coarse Tune -12–+12 Adjusts the pitch up or down in semitone steps (+/-1 octave).
Fine Tune -50–+50 Adjusts the pitch up or down in 1-cent steps (+/-50 cents).
One cent is 1/100th of a semitone.
Octave -3–+3 Adjusts the pitch of the sound up or down in units of an octave (+/-3
octaves).
Bend Range 0–12 Specifies the degree of pitch change in semitones when the Pitch Bend
lever is all the way right/left. For example, if this parameter is set to “12,” the
pitch will rise one octave when the pitch bend lever is moved to the right-
most position.

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M e n u R e fere n ce

This chapter explains what you can do by pressing the [MENU] button.
• “System” lets you make settings that apply to the entire VP-770, such as tuning and MIDI.
• “Input Effect” lets you make settings for the effect that’s applied to the microphone input.
• “Utility” lets you back up the settings of the VP-770.
• “Factory Reset” lets you reset the VP-770 to its factory-set state.

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 Basic Menu Operation (MENU)

The menu contains four groups of functions that will help you use the VP-770 more efficiently. Here is the
basic procedure for using the various menu functions.

1. Press the [MENU] button.

The MENU screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select menu.

Menu Description Page

System Make settings that apply to the entire VP-770, such as tuning and MIDI. p. 95
Input Effects Make settings for the effect that’s applied to the mic input. p. 102
Utility Back up the VP-770’s settings, and make settings for the screensaver. p. 103
Factory Reset Reset the VP-770 to its factory-set state. p. 110

3. Press the [F2] (ENTER) button to proceed to the selected screen.

Pressing the [EXIT] button will return you to the previous screen.

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 System Settings (SYSTEM)

message reception. Here we’ll explain the procedure for making system settings and what each system
parameter does.

1. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “System,” then press the
[F2] (ENTER) button.
The SYSTEM screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select menu, then press the
[F2] (ENTER) button.

The parameters are organized into several edit groups.

Menu Description Page
MIDI Makes settings related to MIDI input/output. p. 97
Sound Makes settings related to sound output. p. 98
Metronome Makes metronome-related settings. p. 98
Control Makes settings for controllers such as the pedals and D Beam. p. 99

4. Use the cursor buttons to move the cursor to the parameter that you
want to edit.

✍ If not all parameters can be shown in a single screen, a scroll bar is shown at the right edge of the
screen. In this case, use the cursor [ ] button to scroll the screen downward.

5. Use the value dial to change the value.

✍ You can change the value in steps of one by pressing the cursor buttons [ ] or [ ]. If you want
to quickly increase the value, hold down [ ] and press [ ]. Conversely, you can quickly decrease
the value by holding down [ ] and pressing [ ]. You can change the value in larger steps by
holding down [SHIFT] and pressing [ ] or [ ].

6. Repeat steps 3–5 to edit the parameters as desired.

7. If you want to save the changes you made, refer to “Saving the
System Settings” (p. 96).

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 Saving the System Settings (SYSTEM WRITE)

Changes you make to the System function settings are only temporary-they will be discarded as soon as
the power is turned off. If you want to keep any changes you’ve made in the system settings, you must save
them in internal system memory.
* When you perform the save procedure, the data that previously occupied the save destination will be
lost. However, the factory setting data can be recovered by performing the Factory Reset procedure.

1. Change the system function settings, and press the [F2] (SYS WRITE)
button.

The confirmation message will appear.

2. Press the [F1] (OK) button in the confirmation screen to save your
settings.

Once the settings have been saved, “Completed!” will appear in the screen.
If you decide not to save the settings, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 System Parameters
This section explains the functions the different system parameters have, as well as the composition of
these parameters.
For details on how to make settings, refer to “System Settings” (p. 95).

SYSTEM MIDI
Here you can make settings for MIDI transmission and reception.

Parameter Value Description

Regist Ctrl Ch Ch1–Ch16, Registration Control Channel selects the MIDI receive channel used during switching
OFF of registrations when MIDI messages (Program Change/Bank Select) are sent from an
external MIDI device. Set this to “OFF” if registrations are not to be switched from an
external MIDI device.
Rx Program Change ON, OFF Specifies whether Program Change messages will be received (ON) or not (OFF).
Rx Bank Select ON, OFF Specifies whether Bank Select messages will be received (ON) or not (OFF).
Rx Control Change ON, OFF Specifies whether Control Change messages will be received (ON) or not (OFF).
Rx SysEx ON, OFF Specifies whether System Exclusive messages will be received (ON) or not (OFF).
Ens Rx Ch Ch1–Ch16 Specifies the receive channel on which the Ensemble part will receive MIDI messages.
Voc Rx Ch Ch1–Ch16 Specifies the receive channel on which the Vocal Designer part will receive MIDI
messages.
B&P Rx Ch Ch1–Ch16 Specifies the receive channel on which the Bass & Percussion parts will receive MIDI
messages.
Tx Edit ON, OFF Specifies whether changes you make to the settings of each part will be transmitted as
system exclusive messages (ON) or not transmitted (OFF).
Tx Program Change ON, OFF Specifies whether Program Change messages will be transmitted (ON) or not (OFF).
Tx Bank Select ON, OFF Specifies whether Bank Select messages will be transmitted (ON) or not (OFF).
Local Sw ON, OFF Specifies whether the VP-770’s keyboard will play the sounds of each of the VP-770’s
parts (ON) or will not play them (OFF).
Normally, you can leave this ON.
Performance data from the VP-770’s keyboard will be sent to each of the VP-770’s parts
and transmitted from the MIDI OUT connector. If you have connected an external MIDI
sequencer, the MIDI messages transmitted from the MIDI OUT connector will be routed
through your MIDI sequencer and returned to the VP-770’s MIDI IN connector. This can
create problems, such as duplicate MIDI messages being received, which causes each of
the VP-770’s parts to sound every note twice. In this situation, you can turn the Local Sw
setting OFF so that the performance data from the keyboard will not play the parts.
Tx Active Sens ON, OFF Specifies whether Active Sensing messages will be transmitted (ON) or not (OFF).
Soft Through ON, OFF Thru function re-transmits all messages received at the MIDI IN connector to the MIDI
OUT connector without modifying them in any way.
Device ID 17–32 When you want to transmit or receive System Exclusive messages, set this parameter to
match the Device ID number of the other MIDI device.
SysEx Protect ON, OFF This prevents the settings of user memory from being rewritten by system exclusive
messages transmitted by an external MIDI device. The “ON” setting prevents rewriting,
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 SYSTEM SOUND
Here you can make sound-related settings.

Parameter Value Description

Master Tune 415.3–466.2 (Hz) Adjusts the overall tuning of the VP-770. The display shows the frequency of
the A4 note (center A).
Master Key Shift -24–+24 Shifts the overall pitch of the VP-770 in semitone steps.
Master Level 0–127 Adjusts the volume of the entire VP-770.
Output Gain -12–+12 (dB) This adjusts the output gain from the VP-770’s Analog Out and Digital
Out. When, for example, there are relatively few voices being sounded,
boosting the output gain can let you attain the most suitable output level for
recording and other purposes.
Out B Assign Selects the audio signals that will be sent from the rear panel OUTPUT B
jacks.
AMB Sound output from the OUTPUT A jacks
Direct sound (Vocal Designer, Ensemble, Bass & Percussion,
Audio Key, Sound Looper)
Sound output from the OUTPUT B jacks
Ambience component (Vocal Designer, Ensemble,
Bass & Percussion, Audio Key)
ENS Sound output from the OUTPUT A jacks
Vocal Designer, Bass & Percussion, Audio Key, Sound Looper,
ambience component (Vocal Designer, Bass & Percussion,
Audio Key)
Sound output from the OUTPUT B jacks
Ensemble
AKEY Sound output from the OUTPUT A jacks
Vocal Designer, Ensemble, Bass & Percussion,
ambience component (Vocal Designer, Ensemble,
Bass & Percussion)
Sound output from the OUTPUT B jacks
Audio Key, Sound Looper
AudioKey Level 0–127 Specifies the volume of the AudioKey.
AudioKey Amb Send 0–127 Specifies the level of the signal sent to the ambience for the AudioKey.
Voice Exp Sens 0–127 You can adjust the sensitivity at which the Voice Expression (p. 66) effect will
begin applying in response to changes in microphone input loudness over.
Higher sensitivity settings mean that the Voice Expression effect will begin
applying even when your voice is still at a low loudness level.
Lower sensitivity settings mean that the Voice Expression effect will begin
applying only when your voice reaches a fairly high loudness level. You’ll
find it easier to control Voice Expression if you set this to a sensitivity that’s
appropriate for your singing voice.
Preset Protect ON, OFF With the factory settings, registrations cannot be saved at the preset buttons.
If you turn Preset Protect OFF, registrations can be saved in the preset
buttons as well (p. 78).

SYSTEM METRONOME
Here you can make metronome-related settings.

Parameter Value Description

Metro Mode OFF The metronome will not sound.
PLAY-ONLY The metronome will sound only while the Sound Looper is playing back.
REC-ONLY The metronome will sound only while the Sound Looper is recording.
PLAY&REC The metronome will sound while the Sound Looper is playing or recording.
ALWAYS The metronome will sound constantly.
Metro Level 0–10 Adjusts the volume of the metronome.
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Parameter Value Description
Metro Sound Selects the sound of the metronome.
TYPE 1 Electronic metronome
TYPE 2 Mechanical metronome
TYPE 3 Pulse tone
TYPE 4 Beep tone
TYPE 5 Cowbell sound
TYPE 6 Stick sound

SYSTEM CONTROL
Here you can make settings for the controllers that are made at the system level.

SYSTEM KEYBOARD
Here you can make settings for the keyboard and aftertouch.

Parameter Value Description

Kbd Velo REAL, 1–127 Specifies the velocity value that will be transmitted when you play the
keyboard. If you want actual keyboard velocity to be transmitted, set this to
“REAL.” If you want a fixed velocity value to be transmitted regardless of how
you play, specify the desired value (1–127).
Kbd Velo Curve Adjusts the keyboard’s touch.
LIGHT Light weight synthesizer keyboard like
MEDIUM Standard
HEAVY Acoustic piano simulation
Kbd Velo Sens -63– +63 Adjusts the sensitivity of the keyboard. As you increase this setting, higher
velocity values will be transmitted according to the force with which you
play. Normally you will leave this set at “0.”
Aft Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the aftertouch can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the aftertouch will be given the assignments stored in the
registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for
the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
Aft Sens 0–100 Specifies the Aftertouch sensitivity. Higher values will allow Aftertouch to
be applied more easily. Normally you will leave this at “100.”
Aft Assign Specifies the aftertouch effect.
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah effect to sounds that support Wah.
BEND-DOWN Lowers the pitch.
BEND-UP Raises the pitch.
Aft Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by aftertouch.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble Part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
OFF Off
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Here you can specify the functions that will be controlled by the foot pedals.

Parameter Value Description

Hold Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the hold pedal can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the hold pedal will be given the assignments stored in the
registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for
the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
Hold Pol STANDARD, REVERSE Select the polarity of the Hold pedal. On some pedals, the electrical signal
output by the pedal when it is pressed or released is the opposite of other
pedals. If your pedal has an effect opposite of what you expect, set this
parameter to “REVERSE.” If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity
switch), set this parameter to “STANDARD.”
Hold Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the hold pedal.
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
P1 Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the control pedal can be stored individually in each
P2 Source registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the control pedal will be given the assignments stored in the
registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for
the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
P1 Asgn Specifies the function that will be controlled by the control pedal.
P2 Asgn
OFF Off
MOD Applies modulation.
DYN1 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#2 (breath control) to the
sound generator section. This is the same operation as Voice Expression
(p. 66), and will operate only in the positive (+) direction to increase the
volume.
DYN2 Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#4 (foot control) to the
sound generator section. For STRINGS and BRASS sounds, this allows the
volume to be controlled in the ± directions (it will not go to zero). For other
sounds, the volume can be controlled only in the “+” direction.
EXP Changes the volume. Transmits MIDI message CC#11 (expression) to the
sound generator section. The volume is controlled in a range of 0–127.
FILTER Changes the tone.
WAH Applies a wah pedal effect to sounds that support Wah.
PIZZ/STAC Plays the pizzicato or staccato sound (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM Plays the fall or tremolo sound (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies a doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT Applies a portamento effect.
AMB Controls the depth of ambience.
DIR-MIC Controls the direct microphone volume.
PROG-UP Switches to the next registration.
PROG-DOWN Switches to the previous registration.
PANEL-SW Performs the operation specified for P1 Sw Asgn/P2 Sw Asgn.
P1 Sw Asgn If P1 Asgn/P2 Asgn is set to “PANEL-SW,” this specifies the operation that
P2 Sw Asgn occurs when the control pedal turns on.
REC/PLAY Same operation as Sound Looper [REC/PLAY] button.
* Rapidly pressing the pedal twice performs the same operation as the [STOP] button.
STOP Perform the same operation as Sound Looper [STOP] button.
P1 Pol STANDARD, REVERSE Selects the polarity of the pedal. On some pedals, the electrical signal
P2 Pol output by the pedal when it is pressed or released is the opposite of other
pedals. If your pedal has an effect opposite of what you expect, set this
parameter to “REVERSE.” If you are using a Roland pedal (that has no polarity
switch), set this parameter to “STANDARD.”
P1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the control 1/2 pedals.
P2 Part
VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
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SYSTEM S1/S2
Here you can specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons.

Parameter Value Description

Sw Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the [S1]/[S2] buttons can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the [S1]/[S2] buttons will be given the assignments stored in the
registration (REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for
the entire VP-770 (SYSTEM).
Sw1 Assign Specify the functions that will be controlled by the [S1]/[S2] buttons.
Sw2 Assign
OFF Off
PIZZ/STAC The pizzicato or staccato sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
FALL/TREM The fall or tremolo sound will be heard (only for supported tones).
UNI/STK Switches between unison mode and stack mode (only for supported tones).
DOIT Applies the doit effect (only for supported tones).
PORT-ENS Applies the portamento effect to the Ensemble.
PORT-VOC Applies the portamento effect to the Vocal Designer.
AMB-OFF Switches the ambience when you press the button.
DIR-MIC-OFF Switches the direct microphone when you press the button.
Sw1 Mode Turns the [S1]/[S2] buttons function LATCH/MOMENTARY.
Sw2 Mode
LATCH The on/off status will alternate each time you press [S1]/[S2] button.
MOMENTARY The status will be on only while you hold down [S1]/[S2] button.

SYSTEM D BEAM
Here you can specify the function that will be controlled by the D Beam.

Parameter Value Description

D Beam Source REGIST, SYSTEM The assignments for the D beam can be stored individually in each
registration. When you select a different registration, this setting specifies
whether the D beam will be given the assignments stored in the registration
(REGIST), or the assignments stored in the system settings for the entire
VP-770 (SYSTEM).
D Beam Sens 0–127 This sets the D Beam controller’s sensitivity. Increasing this value will raise
the sensitivity.
DB1 Select FIX, ASGN When a D Beam button is on, this setting specifies whether it will perform
DB2 Select the function printed on the panel (FIX) or the function assigned by the DB1
DB3 Select –3 Asgn settings (ASGN).
* You can switch between FIX and ASGN at any time by holding down the
D Beam button for several seconds.
DB1 Asgn MOD, DYN1, DYN2, These settings specify the function that will be controlled by the D Beam
DB2 Asgn EXP, FILTER, WAH, when DB1–3 Select is set to “ASGN.”
DB3 Asgn PIZZ/STAC, FALL/TREM, * For details on each value, refer to p. 85.
UNI/STK, DOIT, PORT,
PITCH
DB1 Range Lo 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is not
DB2 Range Lo responding. Increasing this value will apply an effect even if the D Beam
DB3 Range Lo controller is not responding at all.
DB1 Range Hi 0–127 Specifies the depth of the effect when the D Beam controller is responding
DB2 Range Hi to its maximum extent. Reducing this value will reduce the amount of effect
DB3 Range Hi produced by the D Beam controller.
DB1 Polarity STANDARD, REVERSE Inverts the change that occurs when you move your hand above the sensor.
DB2 Polarity
DB3 Polarity
DB1 Part Specifies the part(s) that will be controlled by the D Beam.
DB2 Part
DB3 Part VOC/ENS Vocal Designer part and Ensemble part.
VOC Vocal Designer part only.
ENS Ensemble part only.
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 Input Effect Settings (INPUT EFFECTS)

You can apply effects to the microphone input. You can use three different vocal effects as input effects.

1. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Input Effects,” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The INPUT EFFECTS screen will appear.

For an explanation of each input effect parameter and how to save the changes you
make, refer to “Applying effects to the microphone” (p. 32).

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 Backing Up to USB Memory (UTILITY–PROJECT)

Here’s how you can back up the VP-770’s registrations and system settings, or restore the backed-up data
back into the VP-770.

Backing Up to USB Memory (USER BACKUP)

You can back up the following data to USB memory.

• Registrations you’ve saved
• System settings
The following data cannot be backed up.
• The factory-set registrations
• A registration that is currently being edited and has not yet been saved
• The phrase held in the Sound Looper
• Audio Key settings and the audio files used by Audio Key

* If USB memory contains other backup data, executing the backup operation will overwrite the
previously stored backup data. If your USB memory already contains important backup data, you
must use a different USB memory device.

Backup Procedure

1. Connect your USB memory (sold separately) to the USB MEMORY

connector (p. 22).

2. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.

The UTILITY screen will appear.

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 4. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Project (USB),” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

The PROJECT screen will appear.

5. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “User Backup,” then
press the [F2] (EXECUTE) button.

6. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK)
button to start backup.
When the display indicates “Completed!” the backup has been completed.
If you decide not to execute the backup, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 Restoring the Backup Data (USER RESTORE)

restore operation, the registrations and system settings inside the VP-770 will be overwritten.

1. Connect your USB memory (sold separately) to the USB MEMORY

connector (p. 22).

2. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The UTILITY screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Project (USB),” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

The PROJECT screen will appear.

5. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “User Restore,” then
press the [F2] (EXECUTE) button.

6. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK)
button to start restore.
When the display indicates “Completed!” the restore has been completed.
If you decide not to execute the restore, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 Format USB Memory
This formats (initializes) the USB memory that’s connected to the USB MEMORY connector.
* If the format of the USB memory is other than FAT, it won’t be recognized by the VP-770. (Nor will the
VP-770 be able to format it.) In this case, use your computer to format the USB memory using the
“FAT” or “FAT32” file system. (If you’re using Mac OS X, format the USB memory using the “MS-DOS file
system (FAT32).”)

1. Connect your USB memory (sold separately) to the USB MEMORY

connector (p. 22).

2. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The UTILITY screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Project (USB),” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.

The PROJECT screen will appear.

5. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Format USB
Memory,” then press the [F2] (EXECUTE) button.

6. The confirmation message will appear, then press the [F1] (OK)
button to start format.
When the display indicates “Completed!” the format has been completed.
If you decide not to execute the format, press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.

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 Transmitting Registration Data to an External
MIDI Device (UTILITY–BULK DUMP)

Here’s how to transmit the contents of the registration and the system setup data to an external MIDI
device. This operation is called “bulk dump.”

1. Use a MIDI cable (optional) to connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUT

connector to the MIDI IN connector on an external sequencer (p.
116).

2. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The UTILITY screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Bulk Dump,” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The BULK DUMP screen will appear.

5. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select the content that will
be transmitted, and press the [F2] (EXECUTE) button.
Parameter Transmitted content
Preset/User Regist Saved registrations
Temporary Regist The registration currently being edited
All Data The above two items and the system settings

The confirmation message will appear.

6. Put the external sequencer in record mode.

7. Press the [F1] (OK) button to transmit the settings.

The message “Processing...” appears in the display during transmission of the data.
After the transmitting is finished, the display will indicate “Complete!.”

8. Stop the external sequencer.

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 Restoring Data That was Transmitted to an External MIDI Sequencer

1. Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect your external MIDI

sequencer’s MIDI OUT connector to the VP-770’s MIDI IN connector
(p. 116).

2. Switch OFF the “SysEx Protect” setting (p. 97).

3. Have your external MIDI sequencer transmit the recorded bulk dump
data to the VP-770.
The registrations stored in the VP-770 will be rewritten.

4. Turn the “SysEx Protect” setting (p. 97) back ON again.

* If you are restoring only the Temporary Regist, there’s no need to switch off the “SysEx Protect” setting
(p. 97).

Checking the VP-770’s Version (UTILITY–VERSION INFO)

1. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The UTILITY screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Version Info,” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
Here’s how to check the VP-770’s software version.

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 Screensaver Settings (UTILITY–SCREENSAVER )

operated for a certain period of time.

1. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Utility,” then press
the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The UTILITY screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Screensaver,” then
press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The SCREENSAVER screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
Type 1–5 Select the type of screensaver.
Time OFF, 5 min–60 min Set the time (minutes) until the screensaver begins working.
If this is OFF, the screensaver will not appear.

✍ You can press the [F1] (CHECK) button to get a look at the screensaver image at the size of the
actual screen.

5. If you want to save the edited setting in system memory, press the
[F2] (SYS WRITE) button.

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 Reset to Default Factory Settings
(FACTORY RESET)

This restores all data in the VP-770 to the factory-set condition (Factory Reset).

* If there is important registration data you’ve created that’s stored in the VP-770, all such registration
data is discarded when a Factory Reset is performed. If you want to keep the existing data, save it on
a USB memory (p. 103) or record the bulk dump to your MIDI sequencer (p. 107).

1. Press the [MENU] button to access the MENU screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons or the value dial to select “Factory Reset,”
then press the [F2] (ENTER) button.
The Factory Reset screen will appear.

3. Press the [F1] (OK) button to execute the Factory Reset.

If you decide not to execute the Factory Reset, press the [F2] (CANCEL) button.
When the display indicates “Completed!” the Factory Reset has been completed.
* Never turn off the power until the Factory Reset process has been completed.

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Applications

This chapter describes various setups in which you can use the VP-770.

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 Using the Sound of an External Synthesizer (EXT IN)

If you want the audio that’s being input via the rear panel EXT IN jack to be the carrier (the signal that is
the basis of the sound), hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [VOCODER] sound button, and then
choose the bottom sound in the list that appears.
In this case, turn the rear panel [MIX TO MIC] switch “OFF.”

1. Connect your external synthesizer to the EXT IN jack as shown.

UTPUT

2. Turn the [LEVEL] knob of EXT IN to “LINE.”

✍ This knob adjusts the level of the signal that’s input from the EXT IN jack. (Turn the knob toward
“MIC” to increase the level, or toward “LINE” to decrease it.) If you’re connecting a line-level device
such as a synthesizer, set the knob toward the “LINE” position.

3. Turn the [MIX TO MIC] switch “OFF.”

✍ The [MIX TO MIC] switch selects whether the sound from the EXT IN jack is used as the microphone
input (modulator) (ON) or as the carrier (OFF). Since we’re using this sound as the carrier, select the
“OFF” position.

4. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [VOCODER] sound
button, and then choose the bottom sound in the list that appears.

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5. Play the keyboard of your external synthesizer.

6. While holding down a note, vocalize into the microphone.

If you don’t hear sound, check the following

• Is the microphone input level raised? (➞ p. 28)
• Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button lit? (➞ p. 31)

Vocal Designer will produce sound according to the volume of your voice.

✍ You can also connect a synthesizer that doesn’t have a keyboard (often called a “sound module”).
In this case, connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of your sound
module, and use the VP-770’s keyboard to play the sound module.
➞ Refer to “Connecting the VP-770 with MIDI equipment” (p. 116) for more about MIDI connections.

Adjusting the volume of your external synthesizer

Adjust the volume of your external synthesizer so that the sound isn’t distorted.
The VP-770’s MIC LEVEL indicator won’t respond
p if the [[MIX TO MIC]] switch is “OFF,,” so you’ll need
to make this adjustment in the following way.

1. Set the [MIX TO MIC] switch “ON.”

2. Play your external synthesizer, and adjust its volume so that

the yellow LEVEL indicator lights at the peaks in the sound.

3. Return the [MIX TO MIC] switch to “OFF.”

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 “Performing” Sound from Drums or a Portable Music Player

Here’s a really cool trick. The VP-770 lets you “perform” using the sound from a V-drum (electronic drum) or
a portable music player connected to the microphone input instead of your voice.

1. Connect your audio source to the EXT IN jack as shown.

Portable music player, V-drum

(electronic drum), etc.
OUTPUT

2. S h [LEVEL] k b f EXT IN “LINE ”

✍ This knob adjusts the level of the sound that is input from the EXT IN jack. (Turning the knob
toward “MIC” increases the level, and turning it toward “LINE” decreases the level.) If you’ve
connected a line-level device, you should set this knob to the “LINE” position.

3. Turn the [MIX TO MIC] switch “ON.”

✍ The [MIX TO MIC] switch specifies whether the sound from the EXT IN jack will be used as a
microphone input (modulator; the ON setting) or as the carrier (the OFF setting). Since we’re using
the sound as a microphone input, select the “ON” setting.

4. Choose a Vocal Designer sound.

The character of the output sound will depend on the sound you choose.
You’ll want to try out various sounds.

5. Play your audio source.

6. Adjust the input level.

While you watch the VP-770’s LEVEL indicator, adjust
the volume of your external audio source.

7. Play the VP-770’s keyboard.

The sound from your external audio source will be heard according
If you don’t hear sound, check
the following
to the pitch you play on the keyboard.
• Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button
lit? (➞ p. 31)
That’s right — the VP-770 lets you “perform” absolutely any sound.

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Appendix

Here you’ll find information about connecting and using external MIDI equipment, about
V-LINK, troubleshooting, and the main specifications.

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 Connecting the VP-770 with MIDI Equipment

✍ What’s MIDI?
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a world-wide standard for transferring performance
data and other musical information between electronic musical instruments and computer. By us-
ing MIDI cables to connect devices that are equipped with a MIDI connector, you can use a single
MIDI keyboard to play multiple instruments, create ensembles using multiple MIDI instruments,
automatically switch settings as a song progresses, and do much more.

Connecting a Synthesizer via MIDI

Here’s how you can use the VP-770’s keyboard to play an external MIDI-connected synthesizer, for example
to layer a piano with the VP-770’s vocal sounds.

INPUT
MIDI IN OUTPUT INPUT
External synthesize

1. Make connections as shown above. Monitor speaker

(with built-in amp)

2. Set the “MIDI receive channel” of your external synthesizer to 2, and

select a piano sound.
The performance data of the Vocal Designer part (MIDI channel 2) will play your external synthesizer.
The following table shows the factory settings. You are free to change the MIDI channel by editing the
system settings (p. 97).

✍ The VP-770’s MIDI transmit/receive channels

Part MIDI transmit channel (fixed) MIDI receive channel (fixed)
Vocal Designer CH2 *1
CH2

Ensemble CH1 *1
CH1
Bass & Percussion CH3 CH3

(*1) Transmitted even if the sound button is off.

3. Play the VP-770’s keyboard.

You’ll hear the piano sound from your synthesizer together with the sound of the VP-770.

✍ Alternatively, you can connect your external MIDI keyboard’s MIDI OUT connector to the VP-770’s
MIDI IN connector, and use your external MIDI keyboard to play the VP-770.

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 Connecting a Sequencer via MIDI
You can use your MIDI sequencer to record the keyboard performance data from the VP-770, and record
your vocal via the microphone as you listen to the sequencer playback. With the VP-770 connected to your
sequencer, you’ll be able to use it as part of your studio setup.

INPUT Audio interface

MIDI OUT MIDI interface
Sequencer

MIDI IN

1. Make connections as shown above.

2. Perform on the VP-770 as you listen to the song on your sequencer, and record the
performance data from the VP-770 on a MIDI track of the sequencer.
There are two advantages to recording just your keyboard performance ahead of time.
• You’ll be able to concentrate on the keyboard (or microphone)
• You’ll be able to use your sequencer to edit (correct) your keyboard performance
For example if you’ve already recorded the backing chorus or melody, all you have left to do is sing!

3. Play back your sequencer, and vocalize into the microphone that’s connected to the
VP-770. Then record the VP-770’s OUTPUT signal onto an audio track of your se-
quencer.

✍ An example of more sophisticated studio work

Record the backing chorus part on a MIDI track, and route the audio track containing a previously-
recorded main vocal to the VP-770’s rear panel EXT IN jack (as the microphone input). Now you
can listen through your monitor speakers while trying out various settings on the VP-770, and
continue experimenting with different variations of backing chorus as long as you wish.

The VP-770 system is extremely simple; the audio from the microphone input is played according
to the notes of the MIDI data. This very simplicity allows a virtually infinite range of uses.

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 About V-LINK

✍ What is V-LINK?
V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed together. By
using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing a
wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music performance.
For example, if you use the VP-770 in conjunction with the EDIROL P-10, you’ll be able to do the
following.

• Use the VP-770’s keyboard (the far-left octave) to switch images.

• Use the VP-770’s pitch bend lever to control the image playback speed.
• Use the VP-770’s three [VIBRATO] knobs to control the image. The [DEPTH] knob controls the
brightness and hue of the image and the [DELAY TIME] knob controls the saturation of the
image.

Connection Examples
As an example, we will use a setup in which the VP-770 is connected to the EDIROL P-10. Use a MIDI cable
to connect the VP-770’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of the EDIROL P-10.

EDIROL P-10 MIDI IN

Turning the V-LINK ON/OFF

1. Press the [V-LINK] button so the indicator is lighted.

The V-LINK setting will be on.
In this state, you can operate the VP-770 to manipulate images in sync with your performance.

2. Press the [V-LINK] button again.

The [V-LINK] button will go out, and the V-LINK setting will be off.

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 V-LINK Settings

1. Press the [V-LINK] button.

2. Press the [F1] (EDIT) button.

V-LINK EDIT screen will appear.

3. Use the cursor buttons and the value dial to change the value.
Parameter Value Description
Tx Ch Ch1–Ch16 MIDI channel that will control the V-LINK device.
Speed 0.0-1.0-2.0, 0.5-1.0-2.0, 0.0-1.0-4.0, Range of video playback speed
0.5-1.0-4.0,0.0-1.0-8.0, 0.5-1.0-8.0, The three values are the playback speeds (multiples of normal speed) at
0.0-1.0-16.0, 0.5-1.0-16.0, 0.0-1.0-32.0, the left, center, and right positions of the pitch bend.
0.5-1.0-32.0, 0.0-2.0-4.0, 0.0-4.0-8.0,
0.0 8.0-16.0, 0.0-16.0-32.0, -1.0-0.0-1.0,
-2.0-1.0-4.0, -6.0-1.0-8.0
Local Sw ON, OFF When V-LINK is on, this setting specifies whether the far-left octave of
keys will play sounds (ON) or not (OFF).
* This parameter is not saved in system memory. It will always be ON
when the VP-770 starts up.

3. If you want to save your settings, press the [F2] (SYS WRITE) button.
For details on saving, refer to “Saving the System Settings” (p. 96).

4. When you’ve finished making settings, press the [EXIT] button.

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 MIDI Implementation Chart
Date : Jan. 05, 2009
Model: VP-770 Version : 1.00

Function... Transmitted Recognized Remarks

Basic Default 1–16 1–16

Channel Changed 1–16 1–16 Can be stored in memory

Default Mode 3 Mode 3

Mode Messages X X
Altered **************

Note O 0–127
Number : True Voice ************** 0–127

Note On O O
Velocity Note Off O O

After Key's X X
Touch Channel's X X

Pitch Bend O O

0, 32 O *1 O *1 Bank select
1 O O *1 Modulation
2 O O *1 Dynamics 1
4 O O *1 Dynamics 2
5 O *2 X Portamento time
7 O O *1 Volume
10 X O *1 Panpot
11 O O *1 Expression
Control 16 O O *1 Filter
17 O O *1 Wah
Change 18 O O *1 Variation 1
19 O O *1 Variation 2
20 O O *1 Variation 3
21 O O *1 Variation 4
64 O O *1 Hold 1
65 O O *1 Portamento
71 O *2 X Resonance
72 O O *1 Release time
73 O O *1 Attack time
74 O *2 X Cutoff
76 O O *1 Vibrato rate
77 O O *1 Vibrato depth
78 O O *1 Vibrato delay

Program O *1 O *1
Change : True Number ************** 0–127

System Exclusive O O *1

System : Song Position X X

: Song Select X X
Common X X
: Tune Request

System : Clock X X
Realtime : Commands X X

: All Sound Off X O

: Reset All Controllers X O
Aux : Local On/Off X X
Messages : All Notes Off X O (123–127)
: Active Sensing O O
: System Reset X X

*1 Switchable between O and X

Notes *2 Transmission possible only when V-LINK is on

O : Yes
Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO
Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO X : No

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 Main Specifications
VP-770: Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard Input Effects
3 Band Equalizer
Keyboard Compressor
49 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) Noise Suppressor

Tones Connectors
Vocal Designer Headphones Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
CLASSIC, MALE & FEMALE, GOSPEL, POP, BACKGROUND, Output Jacks A (L/MONO, R) (1/4 inch TRS phone type)
VOCODER, EXT IN Output Jacks B (L , R) (1/4 inch phone type)
Ensemble Mic Jack: 1/4 inch phone type or XLR type (phantom power)
STRINGS, SuperNATURAL BRASS, GUITAR, OTHERS, PAD, SYNTH External Input Jack (1/4 inch phone type)
STRINGS, CHOIR, JAZZ SCAT MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)
Bass & Percussion Hold Pedal Jack
BASS, PERC Expression Pedal Jack (1, 2)
AC Inlet
Ambience USB Memory Connector
HALL1, HALL2, STUDIO
Display
Maximum Polyphony 128 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit)
128 voices (varies according to the sound generator load)
External Storage Device
Auto Harmony Function USB Flash Memory
6 types
Power Supply
Auto Note Function AC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz)
Chromatic, Diatonic (Key Assignable)
Power Consumption
Audio Key Function 16 W
File Format: WAV, AIFF (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear), MP3
Dimensions
Sound Looper Function 886 (W) x 369 (D) x 118 (H) mm
34-15/16 (W) x 14-9/16 (D) x 4-11/16 (H) inches
Maximum Recording Time: 18 Seconds
Recording Method: Overdubbing
Play Method: Loop Play
Weight
11 kg / 24 lbs 5 oz
Controllers
D Beam Controller
Accessories
Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever Owner’s Manual
Assignable Switches (S1, S2) Leaflet “Using the Unit Safely”
V-LINK Button Audio Key Utility 3 Quick Guide
CD-ROM (Audio Key Utility 3)
Octave Shift Hands-free Microphone DR-HS5
USB Memory Protector, Hex Wrench, Hex Screw
-3 to +3 Octarve
Power Cord
Key Transpose
Options
-5 to +6 (in semitones)
Keyboard Stand: KS-12
Number of Registration Memories Pedal Switch: DP Series
Expression Pedal: EV-5
Preset: 16
User: 16
(0 dBu = 0.775 V rms)
Master Tune
415.3 Hz to 466.2 Hz * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications
and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change
Nominal Input Level without prior notice.
INPUT (MIC): -50 to -10 dBu
INPUT (EXT IN): -36 to +4 dBu

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 Troubleshooting

Problem Explanation Problem Explanation

Power won’t turn Is the power cord connected correctly? (➞ p. 17) Sound continues Could you be using a hold pedal that has the incorrect
on! even though I’m polarity? Please use a Roland DP series hold pedal.
not playing the
No sound! Is the VP-770 correctly connected to your amp, speaker, keyboard!
or headphones? (➞ p. 18)
The pitch is wrong! Could the [TRANSPOSE], [+OCT], [-OCT] button be on?
Is the VP-770’s volume raised? (➞ p. 26) (➞ p. 52)

Vocal Designer Even if you’re playing the keyboard, the Vocal Designer Could the Vocal Designer [8va] button be on? (➞ p. 35)
won’t sound! part won’t sound unless you’re vocalizing into the
microphone. Is the Master Tune set correctly? (➞ p. 98)
➞ For details, refer to “Performing with Vocal Designer”
(➞ p. 27) Could something be resting on the D Beam? (➞ p. 60)

Is a Vocal Designer sound button lit? (➞ p. 27) The volume Could you be pressing the expression pedal?
decreases when I When you switch sounds, the expression pedal value is
Is your microphone switched on? switch sounds! reset to the minimum position. After you’ve switched
sounds, please operate the expression pedal once
Is your microphone connected correctly? (➞ p. 19) again.

Is the microphone input level raised? (➞ p. 28) The notes sound Sometimes when playing the keys in the upper part of
strange in the the VP-770’s keyboard, the sound may stop, or the pitch
upper registers of may stop rising; or with certain keys, there may be
Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button lit? (➞ p. 31) the keyboard. intermittent noise. This occurs mainly when the VP-770’
s upper pitch limit is exceeded, so this issue doesn’
Could the “Split” parameter be turned “ON”? (➞ p. 54) t arise in the ranges normally used. But, in any case, it
does not indicate a malfunction.
DIRECT (MIC) Is the microphone input level raised? (➞ p. 28)
won’t sound! When the volume Could the [LEVEL] knob of EXT IN on the rear panel be
Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button lit? (➞ p. 31) is raised, there are turned all the way to the “MIC” side?
noises! If the [LEVEL] knob of EXT IN on the rear panel
Ensemble won’t Is the Ensemble [LEVEL] slider raised? (➞ p. 44) (➞ p. 20) is set maximum to the “MIC” side, there
sound! may be noises. There might be noises even if there is
Is an Ensemble sound button lit? (➞ p. 42) nothing connected to the EXT IN jack, but this not a
malfunction. The noise can be reduced in the following
Could the “Split” parameter be turned “ON”? (➞ p. 54) way.
• Turn the [LEVEL] knob of EXT IN to the “LINE” side
Bass & Percussion Is a Bass & Percussion sound button lit? (➞ p. 48) until the noise is less noticeable.
won’t sound! • If a microphone is connected to the [MIC] jack, set
Bass & Percussion won’t sound outside its range of keys the [MIX TO MIC] switch to “OFF.”
(➞ p. 48).

The volume level Could you be using a connection cable that contains a
of the instrument resistor?
connected to EXT Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.
IN jack is too low.

LEVEL indicator If the [MIX TO MIC] switch is “OFF,” the LEVEL indicator
does not light! will no longer respond to the sound from the EXT IN
jack. In this case, temporarily set the [MIX TO MIC]
switch “ON” and adjust the input level. (➞ p. 113)

Voice Expression Is the microphone input level raised? (➞ p. 28)

doesn’t work!
Is the [MIC ON/OFF] button lit? (➞ p. 31)

Could you be operating the Expression pedal?

Advancing the Expression pedal all the way to the
maximum position means that the same effect as Voice
Expression is already applied to the maximum extent,
so no further effect can be obtained.

Voice Expression Lower the voice expression sensitivity (➞ p. 66). This

works too much! will prevent the Voice Expression effect from applying
until your voice reaches a louder volume.

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 Error Messages
If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error
message will appear. Refer to the explanation for the error message that appears, and take the appropriate
action.

Message Meaning Action

The received system exclusive message
Checksum Error! Correct the checksum value.
has an incorrect checksum value.
File Not Found! The file was not found in USB memory. Save the file once again in USB memory.
Illegal File! The VP-770 cannot use this file. Do not use this file.
An unusually large amount of MIDI
Reduce the amount of MIDI messages that are being
MIDI Buffer Full! data was received, and could not be
transmitted.
processed.
Check that there is no problem with the MIDI cable connected
MIDI Offline! The MIDI IN connection was broken. to the VP-770’s MIDI IN, and that the MIDI cable was not
disconnected.
Failed to load data from USB memory. Make sure that USB memory is correctly connected.
It may be that the file is damaged. Do not use this file.
Read Error!
This file cannot be loaded since its format
Do not use this file.
is incorrect.
System Memory It is possible that the contents of system Please execute a Factory Reset.
Damaged! memory have been damaged. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer.
USB memory is not connected. Connect USB memory.
USB Memory Not
Ready! The VP-770 is unable to correctly handle
———
the USB memory that is inserted.
Failed to write data to USB memory. Make sure that USB memory is correctly connected.
Writing is impossible because the USB Delete unneeded files from the USB memory. Alternatively, use
Write Error! memory key is full. a different USB memory key, one that has free space.
The file or the USB memory itself is write Make sure that the file or the USB memory is not write
protected. protected.

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 Index
BANK 79 DISPLAY CONTRAST 25
3 Band Equalizer 33 BASS 48 DOIT 91
BASS & PERC EDIT 92 DP series 21
8va 35, 87
BASS & PERCUSSION 48 Dry Send 86, 88, 92
Beat 75 DUET 37
A Bend 56
Accessories 121
BENDER SETTINGS screen 56 E
AC IN 17
Bend Mode 86, 89 ENSEMBLE 42
Aft Assign 65, 83, 99
Bend Range 86, 88, 92 ENSEMBLE EDIT 88
AFTERTOUCH 64
bend range 57 ENSEMBLE LEVEL 44
AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS screen 64
Bend Type 86, 89 ENSEMBLE TONE 45
Aft Part 65, 83, 99
BRASS 42, 47 Ens Rx Ch 97
Aft Sens 99
BULK DUMP 107 EQ 33
Aft Source 99
BULK DUMP screen 107 EQ Hi Freq 91
AIFF 73
EQ Hi Gain 91
AMBIENCE 50
Ambience Depth 83
C EQ Lo Freq 91
Cable Clamp 21 EQ Lo Gain 91
Ambience Send 86, 88, 92
Carrier 11, 20 EQ Switch 91
Ambience Type 83
CHOIR 42 erase 76
Amb Send 72
CHROMATIC 38, 57 Erasing the Phrase 76
Amp 18
CLASSIC 27 Error Messages 123
ASSIGN 59
Coarse Tune 86, 88, 92 EV-5 21
At Note Key 88
COMBI 57 EXT IN 20, 112, 114
At Note Mode 88
COMP 33
ATTACK 46
Compressor 33 F
Attack 33, 86, 88
CTRL 1/CTRL 2 21 Factory Reset 110
Audio Files 73
CTRL PEDAL 62 FALL 91
Audio File Set 70
Audio File Settings 70 Fine Tune 86, 88, 92
AUDIO KEY 68 D Format USB Memory 106
AudioKey Amb Send 98 DB1 Asgn 61, 85, 101
AudioKey Level 98 DB1 Part 61, 85, 101 G
AUDIO KEY screen 68 DB1 Polarity 61, 85, 101 Gain 33
Audio Key volume 69 DB1 Range Hi 61, 85, 101 GOSPEL 27
Auto Dynamics 91 DB1 Range Lo 61, 85, 101 GUITAR 42
AUTO HARMONY 36 DB1 Select 61, 85, 101
Auto Harmony Sw 87 D BEAM 60
H
AUTO NOTE 38 D Beam Sens 101
HALL 1 50
Auto Note Sw 87 D BEAM SETTINGS screen 60
HALL 2 50
Auto Portamento 89 D Beam Source 101
Harmony Type 87
AUTO START 74 DELAY TIME 41
Headphones 18
Auto Trig Level 75 DEPTH 41, 50
Hi Freq 33
Device ID 97
Hi Gain 33
DIATONIC 38
B HOLD 21
DIRECT 30
B&P Rx Ch 97 Hold Freeze Part 83
Direct Mic Amb Send 83
BACKGROUND 27 Hold Mode 87, 89
Direct Mic Level 83

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 63, 84, 100 MIC 19 PITCH BEND 56
HOLD PEDAL 62 MIC LEVEL 28 PIZZICATO 91
Hold Pol 100 MIC ON/OFF 31 Playback Mode 69
Hold Source 100 Microphone 19 Polarity 61
Hold Type 87 Mid Freq 33 POP 27
Mid Gain 33 Portamento 87, 89
I MIDI 116 Portamento Time 87, 89
INPUT EFFECT 32 MIDI Implementation Chart 120 Power Cord 17
INPUT EFFECTS screen 32 MIDI transmit/receive channels 116 POWER ON 24
Input Source 86 Mid Q 33 Power Supply 121
MIX TO MIC 20, 112, 114 PRESET 79
MODE 38, 57, 59 Preset 78
J
Modulation 56 Preset Protect 78, 98
JAZZ-OPEN 37
Modulator 11, 20 PROJECT 11
JAZZ SCAT 42
MP3 73
Q
K
N QUARTET 37
Kbd Velo 99
NOISE SUP 33
Kbd Velo Curve 55, 99
Noise suppressor 33 R
Kbd Velo Sens 55, 99
NORMAL 57, 91 RANGE 57
KEY 38
Note Priority 88 RATE 41
Keyboard Sensitivity 55
KS-12 Stand 16 Ratio 33
O REC/PLAY 74
O 69 Recording a Phrase 74
L
OCT 52 REGIST CONTROL 83
L 69
Octave 35, 52, 86, 88, 92 Regist Ctrl Ch 97
Length 75
OFF 50 REGIST D BEAM 85
LEVEL 28, 44, 49
Options 121 REGIST NAME screen 81
Level 72, 75, 76, 86, 88, 92
OTHERS 42 REGIST PEDAL 84
Local Sw 97, 119
Out B Assign 98 REGISTRATION 11, 78
LOCK1 57
OUTPUT 18 REGISTRATION EDIT 83
LOCK2 57
Output Gain 98 Registrations 59
LOOPER SETUP screen 74
Overview 11 REGISTRATION WRITE 81
Low Freq 33
OW 69 REGIST S1/S2 84
Low Gain 33
RELEASE 40
LW 69
P Release 33, 86, 88
P1 Asgn 63, 84, 100 Reverb Switch 91
M Rx Bank Select 97
P1 Part 63, 84, 100
MALE & FEMALE 27 Rx Control Change 97
P1 Pol 100
MANHATTAN 37 Rx Program Change 97
P1 Source 100
Master Key Shift 98 Rx SysEx 97
P1 Sw Asgn 63, 84, 100
Master Level 98
PAD 42
Master Tune 98
Pan 86, 88, 92
MENU 94
Pedal 21
MENU screen 94
PERC 48
Metro Level 75, 98
PHANTOM 19
Metro Mode 75, 98
Phantom-powered 19
metronome 75
PHONES 18
Metro Sound 75, 99

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 S Tone 86, 88 Voice Exp Sens 66, 98
S1/S2 Buttons 58 Top Screen 25 VOICE EXP SETTINGS screen 66
S1/S2 SETTINGS screen 58 TRANSPOSE 53 VOLUME 26
SAVE TO USB MEMORY 76 TREMOLO 91 Volume of the Audio Key 72
SCREENSAVER 109 TRIO 37
Section Mode 90 TRIO-UPPER 37 W
Section Size 91 Troubleshooting 122 WAV 73
Sensitivity 55 Tx Active Sens 97
Soft Through 97 Tx Bank Select 97
SOUND LOOPER 74 Tx Ch 119
Source 59 Tx Edit 97
Speakers 18 Tx Program Change 97
Specifications 121 TYPE 37, 57
Speed 119
Split 54, 83 U
Split Point 83 Uni Key Shift 91
STACCATO 91 USB Memory 22, 68, 76, 103, 106
Stand 16 USB MEMORY connector 22
STOP 69, 75 USB Memory Protector 22
STRINGS 42, 47 USER 79
STUDIO 50 User 78
SuperNATURAL 10 USER BACKUP 103
Sw1 Assign 84, 101 USER RESTORE 105
Sw1 Mode 85, 101 UTILITY–BULK DUMP 107
Sw Source 101 UTILITY–PROJECT 103
SYNTH STRINGS 42 UTILITY–SCREENSAVER 109
SysEx Protect 97 UTILITY–VERSION INFO 108
SYSTEM 11, 95
SYSTEM CONTROL 99
V
SYSTEM D BEAM 101
V-LINK 118
SYSTEM KEYBOARD 99
V-LINK EDIT screen 119
SYSTEM METRONOME 98
Variation 91
SYSTEM MIDI 97
Variation Sound 27, 42, 48
System Parameters 97
VERSION INFO 108
SYSTEM PEDAL 100
VIBRATO 41
SYSTEM S1/S2 101
Vibrato 56
SYSTEM screen 95
Vibrato Delay 86, 88
System Settings 59
Vibrato Depth 86, 88
System Settings and Registrations 59
Vibrato Rate 86, 88
SYSTEM SOUND 98
VOCAL DESIGNER 27
SYSTEM WRITE 96
Vocal Designer 12
VOCAL DESIGNER EDIT 86
T VOCODER 27
Tempo 75 Vocoder 12
Thres 33 Voc Rx Ch 97
TONE 34, 45 VOICE EXPRESSION 66

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Information
List of VP-770 Shortcut Keys
Shortcut Screen Page

V-LINK EDIT p. 118

D BEAM 1/2/3 SETTINGS p. 60

INPUT EFFECTS p. 32

LOOPER SETUP p. 74

AUDIO KEY LEVEL p. 72

BASS & PERC EDIT p. 48

REGISTRATION LIST p. 79

VOCAL LIST p. 27

AFTERTOUCH SETTINGS p. 64

AUTO HARMONY p. 36

AUTO NOTE p. 38

ENSEMBLE LIST p. 42

VOICE EXP SETTING p. 66

OCTAVE SETTINGS p. 52

REGISTRATION EDIT p. 83

S1/S2 SETTINGS p. 58

BENDER SETTINGS p. 56

HOLD SETTINGS p. 62

PEDAL 1/2 SETTINGS p. 62

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