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Description

The Roland VS 2000CD Digital Studio Workstation is a powerhouse of versatility and innovation, designed for musicians and producers looking to elevate their recording game. This compact studio marvel offers a professional-grade solution with its 20-track recording capability and 40-channel digital mixer, all housed in one efficient package.

Equipped with a 40GB hard drive and a CD-RW drive, the VS 2000CD ensures seamless recording sessions without the hassle of storage limitations. It supports CD-quality recording in both 16-bit and 24-bit formats, allowing you to capture every nuance of your performance. With 8 XLR/TRS inputs, including phantom power and a Hi-Z input for guitars, this workstation handles everything from solo vocals to full band recordings with ease.

What sets the VS 2000CD apart is its ability to integrate third-party plug-ins with the optional VS8F-3 Effect Expansion Board, opening up a world of creative possibilities. The onboard effects, including Roland's renowned COSM® technology, deliver studio-quality sound with options like reverb, delay, and chorus. Additionally, the Mastering Tool Kit provides multi-band compression for polished final mixes.

The workstation's user-friendly interface is enhanced by optional graphical editing support via the VS20-VGA Output Board, giving you the flexibility of a software-based environment with the reliability of hardware. Plus, the USB 2.0 connectivity ensures rapid data transfers, making it easier than ever to export your creations.

Key Features:

  • 20-track digital studio with 40GB hard drive and CD-RW drive
  • 8 balanced XLR/TRS inputs with phantom power
  • 40-channel digital mixer with channel dynamics and 4-band EQ
  • Supports 16-bit and 24-bit recording at 44.1kHz
  • Optional 3rd-party plug-in support with VS8F-3 Effect Expansion Board
  • USB 2.0 for fast data transfer and .WAV/AIFF import/export
  • Graphical editing support with optional VS20-VGA Output Board
  • Onboard COSM® effects, mastering tools, and Harmony Sequence function

Product specs

Brand Roland
Model VS-2000CD 24-Bit Digital Studio Workstation
Finish Gray
Year 2004 - 2007
Made In Japan
Categories Recording Gear
Bit Depth 24-bit
Digital Input Format S/PIDF
Digital Output Format S/PIDF
Electronics Analog, Digital, Solid State
Format Desktop Standalone
Number of Analog Inputs 16
Number of Analog Outputs 6
Number of Channels 20
Number of Digital Inputs 2
Number of Digital Outputs 2
Number of Headphone Outputs 1
Number of MIDI Inputs 1
Number of MIDI Outputs 1
Sample Rate 48 khz

FAQs

How many tracks can the Roland VS 2000CD record simultaneously?

The Roland VS 2000CD can record up to 8 tracks simultaneously, allowing for comprehensive multitrack recording sessions.

What kind of storage does the Roland VS 2000CD use for recording?

The Roland VS 2000CD uses an internal hard drive for recording, and it also features a built-in CD burner for easy data backup and project archiving.

Is the Roland VS 2000CD compatible with MIDI devices?

Yes, the Roland VS 2000CD includes both MIDI input and output, enabling integration with MIDI controllers and other MIDI-capable equipment.

What are the digital input and output options on the Roland VS 2000CD?

The Roland VS 2000CD offers S/PIDF digital input and output, providing high-quality digital audio transfer capabilities.

Can the Roland VS 2000CD be used for mixing and mastering projects?

Yes, the Roland VS 2000CD features a 20-channel digital mixer with built-in effects, making it suitable for both mixing and mastering in a studio environment.

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Features and functionality

  • The Roland VS 2000CD supports up to eight tracks and utilizes a 500Mb hard drive, which can be upgraded to a 4Gb drive for expanded capacity.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners suggest replacing the HDD with a compact flash card using an IDE to compact flash adapter for improved reliability and noise reduction.

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User experience

  • Users note that the RDAC compression used by the VS 2000CD can add a pleasant low-end quality to mixes, though it remains compressed compared to modern DAW standards.

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Use cases and applications

  • The workstation is valued for its straightforward setup and recording capability, appealing to those who prefer a standalone recorder for quick, uncomplicated sessions.

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Software and compatibility

  • Exporting tracks to a modern DAW is cumbersome, often requiring backup to CD and conversion using specific tools, such as those compatible with Windows XP.

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Comparisons

  • The Roland VS 2000CD is often compared to Tascam and Alesis models of the time, though users mention preferring digital tape for easier archiving and interchangeability.

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Setup and maintenance

  • It’s recommended to spray faders and knobs with DeoxIT D5 or CRC 2-26 to maintain smooth operation on older units.

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Eric Persing has had a unique and influential relationship with Roland Corp for two decades. He started as a product demonstrator in 1984, showing some of Roland's first MIDI instruments. He quickly became involved in the R&D side with Roland Japan, earning the title "Chief Sound Designer", and began contributing his design ideas, real-world studio experience and sound design expertise. Persing's skills have left their mark on countless classic Roland instruments.

He is the originator of many legendary Roland sounds that have become part of the vocabulary and lexicon of musical sound. These include the Factory D-50 sounds such as Fantasia, Soundtrack and Digital Native Dance, a majority of the JV/XP/XV series Classics, all the Factory JD-800 sounds, the original Juno "Hoover" sound and thousands of others.

Here is a partial list of the Roland instruments that Eric has contributed his sound design, sampling and design consulting skills:

Juno-106 Alpha Juno 1&2 JX-3P JX-8P JX-10 Jupiter 6 Super Jupiter D-50 D-550 D-110 D-10 D-20 D-70 MT-32 U-110 U-20 U-220 Sound Canvas JD-800 JD-990 JV-80 JV-90 JV-1000 JV-1080 JV-2080 XP-10 XP-50 XP-60 XP-80 XV-3080 XV-5050 XV-5080 Fantom JP-8000 JP-8080 S-10 S-220 S-50 S-550 S-770 S-760 S-750 MC-303 MC-500 MC-505 VP-9000 MSQ-700 MSQ-100 MKS-20 MKS-30 MKS-50 MKS-70 MKS-80 R-8 R-5 DR-660 DR-770 R-70 V-Drums V-Drums expansion board SRV-2000 DEP-5 RSP-550 R-880 SRV-330 SE-50 SE-70 VS-880 VS-1680 SR-JV series expansion boards SRX series expansion boards Sound Canvas Project series CD-ROM libraries Archives series CD-ROM libraries Composers series CD-ROM libraries

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