Boss VE-22 Vocal Effects and Professional Microphone Preamp

Boss VE-22 Vocal Effects and Professional Microphone PreampTake charge of your vocal sound with the VE 22, a portable multi effects toolbox specially designed for singers. Perform with a diverse library of high quality BOSS processing, from basic studio enhancement to dramatic voice changing effects. Expand your range with real time harmonies. And get creative with the free flowing interface and versatile features for practice, recording, and online streaming. With the VE 22 in your chain, youre primed and

Take charge of your vocal sound with the VE-22, a portable multi-effects toolbox specially designed for singers. Perform with a diverse library of high-quality BOSS processing, from basic studio enhancement to dramatic voice-changing effects. Expand your range with real-time harmonies. And get creative with the free-flowing interface and versatile features for practice, recording, and online streaming. With the VE-22 in your chain, you’re primed and ready to deliver memorable, high-impact vocal performances everywhere you sing.

Outstanding BOSS Vocal Effects

The VE-22 is packed with the latest advancements in BOSS’s acclaimed Vocal Performer technology. Bolster your voice with core processing and make the sound come alive with immersive delays and reverbs. Then explore a universe of electronic colors and aggressive textures with auto pitch, distortion, lo-fi, modulation, and other cool voice transforming effects. There are 50 presets with ready-to-go sounds, plus 99 memories to store custom combinations for different songs and styles.

Harmonies That Impress

The VE-22’s powerful harmony and doubling functions make it simple to create head-turning ensemble effects from a single voice. Just select a type, set the song key, and start singing. It’s easy to change up the harmony voicing, adjust levels, and more with the panel knobs. You can also assign the harmonies to an onboard switch and bring them in and out as needed while performing.

Create in the Moment

The VE-22’s uncomplicated interface encourages you to get creative with your live vocal sound. The Harmony, Effect, and Echo sections feature multi-function knobs, letting you tweak top-level parameters, turn off a section with a click, or dive into deeper settings with a double click. And with the color display and lighted rings around the knobs, you always have a clear view of what’s happening. Three customizable switches are designed for control with your feet or hands, and you can connect an expression pedal or external footswitches for more control if needed.

Perform with Confidence

The VE-22 gives you everything you need to deliver top-quality sound to a house PA system, stage amplifier, or recorder. There’s an XLR input and integrated preamp for a professional stage microphone, plus phantom power for high-end condenser types. A high/low gain switch, rear-panel sensitivity knob, and level meter enable you to optimize the input signal for nearly any mic. Compressor, EQ, de-esser, and other studio essentials are also on hand, ready to support every performance with smooth, authoritative sound.

Express Yourself

With USB-C, an analog aux input, and a headphone jack, the VE-22 supports vocal activities from daily practice and recording to livestreaming on social media. Connect to a computer or mobile device and send mix-ready vocals directly to song production software and streaming apps. Or play backing music through the VE-22 and sing along with inspiring sound as you warm up for gigs, learn new songs, and perform.

Features

• Advanced multi-effects processor with a versatile range of sound processing tools for vocalists
• Enhance your sound with essential effects like compressor, EQ, delay, echo, reverb, and more
• Create processed sounds with lo-fi, distortion, radio, ring mod, and other specialty effects
• Automatic pitch correction for soft fine-tuning or aggressive electronic tones
• Harmony and doubling functions for creating impressive ensemble vocal sounds
• Dial in great sounds quickly with the intuitive interface
• High-visibility color LCD and multi-function knobs for fast parameter access 
• 50 ready-to-go pro presets and 99 memories for storing your own setups
• XLR mic input with phantom power and mic sensitivity control
• Two XLR outputs with stereo, dual mono, or wet/dry operation
• USB-C for recording and audio playback via a computer or mobile device* 
• Aux input for singing along with favorite songs and backing tracks
• Onboard looper for practice, performance, and developing ideas
• Three customizable switches with large surfaces designed for foot or hand operation
• Jack for an expression pedal or up to two external footswitches
• Powered via four AA batteries or an optional AC adaptor
• Optional CB-VE22 bag for carrying the VE-22, a mic, cable, and accessories

*Compatibility with all third-party devices and software is not guaranteed.

Specifications

Sample Rate

• 48 kHz

AD Conversion

• 24 bits + AF method
• AF method (Adaptive Focus method) is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.

DA Conversion

• 32 bits

Processing

• 32-bit floating point

Effects

• 39 types

Memories

• 99 (User) + 50 (Preset)

Phrase Loop

• 37 sec.

Nominal Input Level

• INPUT: -40 dBu (Adjustable)
• AUX IN: -20 dBu

Maximum Input Level

• INPUT: 0 dBu
• AUX IN: 0 dBu

Input Impedance

• INPUT: 4 k ohms
• AUX IN: 27 k ohms

Nominal Output Level

• OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -40 dBu
• PHONES/LINE OUT: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

• OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms
• PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance

• OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms or greater
• PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms or greater

Display

• Graphic color LCD 320 x 240 dots

Controls

• HARMONY switch, DOWN switch, UP switch
• MENU button, EXIT button
• PHONES/LINE knob, MEMORY knob, HARMONY knob, EFFECT knob, ECHO knob
• MIC SENS knob, PHANTOM switch
• POWER switch

Connectors

• INPUT connector: XLR type, balanced, phantom power (DC 48 V, 10 mA Max)
• OUTPUT L/MONO, R connectors: XLR type
• PHONES/LINE OUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type
• AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
• CTL1,2 / EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
• USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R)
• DC IN jack

Power Supply

• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
• Or AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)

Current Draw

• 260 mA (with phantom power)
• 180 mA (without phantom power)

Expected battery life under continuous use

• Alkaline battery: Approximately 6 hours (with phantom power)
• Alkaline battery: Approximately 9 hours (without phantom power)

* This can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use.

Dimensions

• 218 (W) x 143 (D) x 64 (H) mm
• 8-5/8 (W) x 5-11/16 (D) x 2-9/16 (H) inches

Weight (including batteries)

• 910 g
• 2 lbs 0.1 oz

Accessories

• STARTUP GUIDE
• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

Options (sold separately)

• AC adaptor: PSA-S series
• Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7
• Expression Pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5
• Carrying Bag: CB-VE22

0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms