Boss VE-22 Vocal Performer

Boss

Empower Your Vocals

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.

Standard Features

  • Advanced multi-effects processor with a versatile range of sound processing tools for vocalists
  • 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

Specs

Audio & Processing

  • Sample Rate: 48 kHz

  • AD Conversion: 24-bit + AF method

    • AF (Adaptive Focus) Method: Proprietary technology from Roland and BOSS that improves the signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of the AD and DA converters

  • DA Conversion: 32-bit

  • Internal Processing: 32-bit floating point


Effects & Memory

  • Effects Types: 39

  • Memories:

    • 99 User

    • 50 Preset

  • Phrase Loop Time: 37 seconds


Input Specifications

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 kΩ

  • AUX IN: 27 kΩ


Output Specifications

Nominal Output Level

  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -40 dBu

  • PHONES/LINE OUT: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 Ω

  • PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 Ω

Recommended Load Impedance

  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 600 Ω or greater

  • PHONES/LINE OUT: 47 Ω or greater


Display

  • Graphic color LCD

  • 320 × 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: XLR type, balanced, phantom power (DC 48 V, 10 mA max)

  • OUTPUT L/MONO, R: XLR type

  • PHONES/LINE OUT: Stereo miniature phone type

  • AUX IN: Stereo miniature phone type

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

  • USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C

  • DC IN jack


Power

Power Supply

  • 4 × AA (LR6) alkaline batteries
    or

  • AC adaptor (PSA-S series, sold separately)

Current Draw

  • 260 mA (with phantom power)

  • 180 mA (without phantom power)

Expected Battery Life (Continuous Use)

  • Approx. 6 hours (with phantom power)

  • Approx. 9 hours (without phantom power)

Battery life may vary depending on battery specifications, capacity, and usage conditions.


Accessories (Included)

  • Startup Guide

  • 4 × AA (LR6) alkaline batteries

  • “Using the Unit Safely” leaflet


Options (Sold Separately)

  • AC adaptor: PSA-S series

  • Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7

  • Expression Pedals: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5

  • Carrying Bag: CB-VE22


Size & Weight

  • Width: 218 mm (8-5/8 in.)

  • Depth: 143 mm (5-11/16 in.)

  • Height: 64 mm (2-9/16 in.)

  • Weight (including batteries): 910 g (2 lb 0.1 oz)



Collections: Effects

Category: Boss, Effects/Pedals

Type: Multi-Effects