Roland VGA-3 Musical Instrument User Manual


 
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COSM AMPLIFIER
This section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each modeled amp.
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List of Amp Types
ACOUSTIC
This original amp that gives a flat response from the low end
on up to the high frequencies. This setting is suitable for
acoustic guitar and synth sounds.
The Acoustic Guitar Simulator is turned on for normal
pickup.
COMBO
JC CLEAN
This models the Roland JC-120. The sound extends smoothly
into the high end. Can be combined with external effect
device for an even greater effect.
AMERICAN CLEAN
This is modeled on the Fender Twin Reverb amp. This amp is
used in a wide variety of musical styles, from Country, Blues,
and Jazz to Rock. This amp features rich lows and a bright
high end.
TWEED
This is modeled on the Fender Bassman 4 x 10” Combo. The
amp features a clear upper-midrange with a fat low end, and
the persistent distortion attained with a crunch tone is a
favorite of Blues-Rock guitarists.
MATCH
This is modeled on the Matchless D/C-30, a modern tube
combo amp used widely in different genres, from Blues and
Rock to Fusion.
STACK
CLASSIC I
This is modeled on the sound input to the Marshall JMP1987
Input I. The tone extends smoothly all the way up into the
presence range.
CLASSIC I+II
This is modeled on the sound of Marshall JMP1987 Inputs I
and II connected in parallel. The low end from Input II added
to the smooth Input I tone provides that representative Hard
Rock sound.
MODERN
This is modeled on the Soldano SLO-100. This is a modern
tube amp featuring a high-gain preamp.
METAL
This is modeled on the PEAVEY EVH 5150. This high-gain
amp produces heavy distortion and sustain even at low
volumes.
R-FIER
This is modeled on the MESA/Boogie Rectifier, a super high-
gain amp. This amp is used for Slash Metal, Grunge, and a
wide variety of other lead sounds.
About the Acoustic Guitar Simulator
Tonal quality varies with the type of electric guitar
pickups used, so try using the pickups in different
positions.