Boss VE-22 Vocal Performer Vocal Effects Processor

Exceptional BOSS vocal effects

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

 

Dazzling harmony effects

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

 

Innovative and intuitive interface

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

 

Perform with assurance

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

 

Expressive connectivity

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

 

Specifications

Sample Rate: 48 kHz

AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method

AF method (Adaptive Focus method): A proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.

DA Conversion: 32 bits

Processing: 32-bit floating point

Effects: 39 types

Memories: 99 (User) + 50 (Preset)

Phrase Loop: 37 sec.

Nominal Input Level:

INPUT: -40 dBu (Adjustable)

AUX IN: -20 dBu

Maximum Input Level:

INPUT: 0 dBu

AUX IN: 0 dBu

Input Impedance:

INPUT: 4 k ohms

AUX IN: 27 k ohms

Nominal Output Level:

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -40 dBu

PHONES/LINE OUT: -10 dBu

Output Impedance:

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms

PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance:

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 ohms or greater

PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 ohms or greater

Display: Graphic color LCD 320 x 240 dots

Controls:

HARMONY switch

DOWN switch

UP switch

MENU button

EXIT button

PHONES/LINE knob

MEMORY knob

HARMONY knob

EFFECT knob

ECHO knob

MIC SENS knob

PHANTOM switch

POWER switch

Connectors:

INPUT connector: XLR type, balanced, phantom power (DC 48 V, 10 mA Max)

OUTPUT L/MONO, R connectors: XLR type

PHONES/LINE OUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type

AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type

CTL1,2 / EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type

USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R)

DC IN jack

Power Supply:

Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

or AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)

Current Draw:

260 mA (with phantom power)

180 mA (without phantom power)

Expected battery life under continuous use:

Alkaline battery: Approximately 6 hours (with phantom power)

Alkaline battery: Approximately 9 hours (without phantom power)

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

Weight (including batteries): 910 g / 2 lbs 0.1 oz

Accessories:

STARTUP GUIDE

Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"