Boss VE-22

Overview

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.

• 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 that can be configured for stereo, dual mono, or wet/dry mix + 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

Specifications

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

Nominal Output Level
• OUTPUT: -40 dBu
• PHONES/LINE: -20 dBu

Recommended Load Impedance
• OUTPUT: 600 ohms or greater
• PHONES/LINE: 47 ohms or greater

Memory: 99 (User) + 50 (Preset)

Display: Graphic color LCD 320 x 240 dots

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
• Voltage: DC 9 V
• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
• AC Adaptor PSA series
• Current Draw:
260 mA (with phantom power)
180 mA (without phantom power)
• Expected battery life under continuous use:
260 mA (with phantom power)
180 mA (without phantom power)
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

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

Option (sold separately)
• AC Adaptor (PSA series)
• Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7
• Expression Pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5
• Carrying Bag: CB-VE22

Size and Weight (including batteries)
Width: 218 mm
Depth: 143 mm
Height: 64 mm
Weight (including battery): 910 g