Roland VGA-3 owner manual Effects

Effects

This section provides an introduction to the characteristics of each effect.

EFX

Use the knob to switch to any of five different effects, CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASER, TREMOLO, or WAH. You can adjust the amount of effect applied according to the knob position.

*The panel markings for CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASER, and TREMOLO are approximate. Check the sound of the effects as you make adjustments.

The indicator is lit when EFX is on, and goes off when EFX is turned off. You can also use an optional foot switch (BOSS FS-5U) to switch EFX on and off.

“FOOT SW (FS1/FS2) Setting” (p. 25)

CHORUS

This adds a slightly detuned sound to the direct sound to give it a sense of breadth and more body.

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FLANGER

This produces a flanging effect that adds a kind of trembling undulation to the sound.

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PHASER

By adding phase-shifted sound to the direct sound, this produces a phase effect that adds a rotating sensation to the sound.

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TREMOLO

This is an effect that cyclically changes the volume level.

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WAH

This effect provides a unique tone by changing the frequencies that are filtered.

An expression pedal (EV-5; optional) is required to change these frequencies.

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