Stunning New Possibilities in Bass Recording and PerformanceWhen Roland introduced the original V-Bass System, serious bass players worldwide took notice. Now, we are proud to introduce the VB-99 V-Bass, which delivers three times the sonic firepower of the original model! Based on an all-new custom processing engine and 10 years of research and development, the VB-99 serves up a wide range of inspiring new COSM® bass and amplifier models, powerful polyphonic effects, new string modeling technology, dual independent signal paths for blending sounds, and new controllers. It also features a host of thoughtful improvements that bassists demanded, such as bass–to-MIDI converters, streaming audio via USB, and much more.

●Most advanced bass processor ever●Dozens of COSM® instrument models, including coveted vintage and modern basses, amps, synth basses, effects and even electric guitars●Converts bass to MIDI and streams audio via USB●Dual independent stereo signal paths can be layered or switched: allows two different virtual sounds at the same time●Allows users to play polyphonic synth bass sounds without tracking issues●Table top configuration, rack mountable, or stand mountable●Stereo XLR, stereo 1/4”, MIDI, SP/DIF and USB outputs●Advanced new realtime controllers: D-Beam, ribbon and V-Link

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CUBE-80X Guitar Amplifier VB-99 V-Bass System

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The All-New Power CUBEIntroducing the most powerful guitar amplifier in the CUBE Series lineup: the new CUBE-80X. Expanding on the top-selling CUBE-60, the CUBE-80X delivers a massive 80 watts of power through a 12” speaker, and features a switchable clean and lead channel design derived from its predecessor. Other features include a Looper, a unique new SOLO function with memory for recalling preset amp tones or serving as a third channel. simultaneous reverb and delay with tap tempo, a built in automatic tuner, an aux input for connecting MP-3 players CD players, or other audio and more.

●Powerful 80-watt output into a high performance 12” speaker ●10 COSM® amp models including new DLX Combo model●Two channels: Clean and Lead plus new SOLO memory function●New Spring Reverb modeling for vintage reverb sounds●Easy to use Looper for unique live performance●Convenient built in chromatic tuner●Aux input for connecting MP-3 players or other audio sources

CUBE-80X Specifications■Rated Power Output 80 W ■Nominal Input Level INPUT: -10 dBu/1 M Ω, AUX IN: -10 dBu ■Speaker 30 cm (12 inches) ■Controls POWER Switch, SELECT Switch, TUNER Switch, <JC CLEAN CH> BRIGHT Switch, VOLUME Knob, <LEAD CH> TYPE Switch (ACOUSTIC SIM, BLACK PANEL, DLX COMBO, BRIT COMBO, TWEED, CLASSIC STACK, METAL STACK, R-FIER STACK, DYNA AMP), GAIN Knob, VOLUME Knob, SOLO Switch, VOLUME(SOLO) Knob, <EQUALIZER> BASS Knob, MIDDLE Knob, TREBLE Knob, <PRESENCE> PRESENCE Knob, <EFX> EFX Knob (CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASER, TREMOLO), <DELAY/LOOPER> TAP/REC/PLAY/DUB Switch, DELAY/LOOPER Knob, (WARM,CLEAR,LOOPER), <REVERB> REVERB Knob (SPRING, PLATE), FOOT SWITCH TYPE Switch (FS-5L/FS-5U) ■Indicators JC CLEAN Channel, LEAD Channel, SOLO, TUNER, EFX, DELAY/LOOPER, TAP/REC/PLAY/DUB, REVERB ■Connectors INPUT Jack (1/4” phone type), AUX IN Jack (Stereo miniature phone type), LINE OUT Jack (1/4” phone type), RECORDING OUT/PHONES Jack (Stereo 1/4” phone type), EXT SPEAKER (1/4” phone type), FOOT SW Jack (CH SELECT, SOLO) (1/4” TRS phone type), FOOT SW Jack (EFX, REVERB) (1/4” TRS phone type), FOOT SW Jack (TAP/REC/PLAY/DUB, DELAY/LOOPER) (1/4” TRS phone type) ■Power Supply AC117V, AC220V, AC230V, AC240V (50/60 Hz) ■Power Consumption 75 W ■Dimensions 440 (W) X275 (D) X440(H)mm / 17-3/8 (W) x 10-7/8 (D) x 17-3/8 (H) inches ■Weight 16 kg / 35 lbs 5 oz ■Accessory Owner’s Manual ■Option Foot Switch (BOSS FS-5L,FS-5U,FS-6), Connection Cable (PCS-31)

* 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms* The specifications are subject to change without notice.

VB-99 Specifications■AD Conversion 24 bits + AF method ■DA Conversion 24 bits ■Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz ■Program Memories 400: 200 (User) + 200 (Preset) ■Nominal Input Level BASS INPUT: -10 dBu ■Input Impedance BASS INPUT: 2.2 M Ω ■Nominal Output Level MAIN OUT: -10 dBu, SUB OUT (XLR): +4 dBu, BASS OUT: -10 dBu ■Output Impedance MAIN OUT: 1 k Ω, SUB OUT (XLR): 600 Ω ■Dynamic Range 100 dB or greater (IHF-A) ■Controls Top Panel: OUTPUT LEVEL knob, Function knobs x 6 (F1–F6), BALANCE knob, V-BASS LEVEL knob, V-LINK button, DIRECT PATCH, buttons x 5 (1–5), CONTROL buttons x 2 (1, 2), COSM BASS buttons x 2 (A, B), BASS DIRECT button, POLY FX A/B buttons x 2 (A, B), FX buttons x 2 (A, B), COSM AMP buttons x 2 (A, B), MIXER buttons x 2 (A, B), DELAY/REVERB button, DYNAMIC button, CHAIN button, CONTROL ASSIGN button, NAME/KEY/BPM button, Function buttons x 6 (F1–F6), EXIT button, WRITE button, PAGE buttons x 2 (Left, Right), BASS TO MIDI button, SYSTEM button, GLOBAL button, TUNER button, CATEGORY button, PATCH/VALUE dial, Power switch, D BEAM (D Beam Controller, PITCH button, FILTER button, ASSIGNABLE button) ■RIBBON CONTROLLER Ribbon Controller, PITCH button, FILTER button, ASSIGNABLE button, Rear Pane: Ground Lift switch (SUB OUT)

■Display 240x64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit) Connectors Top Panel: GK IN connector (13-pin DIN type), Rear Panel: BASS INPUT jack (1/4” phone type), BASS OUTPUT jack (1/4” phone type), SUB OUT jacks x 2 (L, R) (XLR type), MAIN OUT jacks x 2 (L/MONO, R) (1/4” phone type), PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4” phone type), DIGITAL OUT jack (Coaxial type, conforms to IEC60958-3), EXP PEDAL jack (1/4” TRS phone type), CTL 3,4 jack (1/4” TRS phone type), USB connector (B type), RRC2 IN connector (RJ45 type), MIDI connectors x 2 (IN, OUT) (5-pin DIN type), DC IN jack ■Power Supply AC Adaptor (PSB-1U) ■Current Draw 1.3 A ■Dimensions 384.0 (W) x 218.0 (D) x 93.5 (H) mm, 15-1/8 (W) x 8-5/8 (D) x 3-11/16 (H) inches * EIA-5U rack mount type: optional rack mount adaptor RAD-99 ■Weight 2.1 kg / 4 lbs 11 oz (excluding AC Adaptor) ■Accessories Owner’s Manual, GK cable (5 m), USB cable, RRC2 cable, VB-99 Software CD-ROM, AC adaptor (PSB-1U), Knob Bolt x 4 ■Options Divided Pickup: GK-3B, MIDI Foot Controller: FC-300, Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, Dual Footswitch: BOSS FS-6, Expression Pedal: EV-5, BOSS FV-500L/500H, GK Cable: GKC-10/5/3, Unit Selector: US-20, Rack Mount Adaptor: RAD-99, Pad Stand: PDS-10, Footswitch Cable: PCS-31, Carrying Bag: CB-VG9

* 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms* The specifications are subject to change without notice.

VB-99 with Stand PDS-10 and Foot Controller FC-300

CB-VG9 Carrying Bag for VB-99 and FC-300

For bassists using Roland’s VB-99 and FC-300, the CB-VG9 is an ideal match for convenience, great fit and protection against common travel-related accidents. The CB-VG9 can also house a VB-99/PDS-10 combination.

Setup ExampleSetup Example

Digital Audio Player, etc.

FootswitchBOSS FS-6 or ( FS-5U/FS-5L, etc.)

FootswitchBOSS FS-6 or ( FS-5U/FS-5L, etc.)

Headphones

Digital Recorder, etc.

External Speaker(8Ω Max 80W)

Electric Guitar

PA-System

■Rear Panel

■Rear Panel ■Front Panel

■Top Panel

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