Roland Boutique VP-03 Vocoder with 16-Step Sequencer
Roland VP-03 Vocoder with 16-Step Sequencer
The VP-03 is a miniature version of the VP-330 Vocoder Plus, one of the most popular vocoders ever made. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the VP-03 brings together the worlds of synthesized sound and the human voice, using the latest ACB technology to accurately emulate the sound that made the original so influential. The VP-03 has the VP-330’s vocoder, human voice, and strings sound sources on board, and comes with a gooseneck microphone. And when paired with the optional K-25m Keyboard Unit, you’ve got the authentic VP-330 vibe in a reliable, low-cost setup that’s highly portable. There are new features too, including 16 Chord Memory setups and a Voice Step Sequencer for even more creative potential. Whether you want the classic, electro-infused “talking robot” sound or the expressive power of shaping synth sounds with the human voice, the VP-03 puts it all at your fingertips.
Features:
- Ultra-compact recreation of the iconic VP-330 Vocoder Plus
- Retains the sound, character, and user interface of the original VP-330
- Gooseneck XLR mic included
- Voice step sequencer and chord memory function for one-finger performance
- High-quality construction with metal front panel
- Highly portable for mobile music making
- Battery-operated (4 x AA) or USB powered
- Built-in powered mini-speaker for instant enjoyment
- Dual ribbon controllers for pitch bend, modulation, and one-touch sound preview
- Compatible with optional K-25m keyboard unit and DK-01 docking case (sold separately)
Specifications:
- Chord memory: 16
- Controllers: volume knob, tune knob, ribbon controllers C1, C2, plug-in power (mic) switch, c1 mode switch
- Pitch shift section: time knob pitch set knob, auto/off/manual switch
- Balance section: direct mic slider, human voice slider, strings slider
- Vibrato section: rate slider, delay time slider, depth slider
- Vocoder section: vocoder on/off switch, ensemble switch, level slider, tone slider
- Human voice section: male 8′ switch, female 4′ switch, ensemble switch, attack slider
- Vocoder/human voice/string common section: release slider
- Strings section: strings switch, attack slider, tone slider
- Memory button: 1–16 buttons, play/stop button
- Effects: ensemble (chorus)
- Step sequencer: 716 steps, 16 patterns, 6 notes, sampling voice (100 ms)
- Indicators: peak LED, Signal LED
- Connectors: TMIC in jack: XLR type, phones jack: Stereo miniature phone type, output jack: Stereo miniature phone type, MIDI (in, out) connectors, USB port: Micro-B type (Audio, MIDI)
- Power supply: rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4, alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, USB bus power
- Current draw: 500 mA (USB bus power)
- Expected battery life under continuous use: Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: Approx. 6 hours
- Accessories: dedicated microphone, owner’s manual, leaflet “using the unit safely”, alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
- Size: 11-13/16″ X 5-1/16″ X 1-13/16″ (300mm X 128mm X 46mm) (WxDxH)
- Weight: 2 Lbs./2 oz
