Roland VS-2480CD, Specifications, Page: 3 / 5

Ever wish you had a few extra tracks to record
more guitar parts, background vocals or
percussion? We know. That’s why the VS-2480
is Roland’s first V-Studio to offer 24 tracks of
high-quality 24-bit digital recording. And with
384 Virtual Tracks, there’s always room to try
new ideas or “comp” the perfect lead vocal or
solo. Even better, the VS-2480DVD/2480CD
can record up to 16 tracks simultaneously,
making it possible to capture a full live
performance in a single take.
Roland V-Studios are known for their phenomenal
sound, and the VS-2480DVD/2480CD is no
exception. With its 24-bit converters and MTP
recording mode, you get plenty of headroom
and dynamic range, while 56-bit internal
processing keeps your recordings ultra-quiet
regardless of how much dynamics processing,
EQ and internal effects are used. Built with an
eye toward the future, the VS-2480 can record
at sampling rates up to 96kHz
* , making it compatible
with the next-generation DVD-audio format.
*At sampling rates of 96kHz, maximum 12-track playback is possible .
The VS-2480DVD/2480CD expands upon the
already powerful digital editing functions found
in all V-Studios (e.g. Copy, Move, Exchange,
Insert, Cut and Erase) by adding the ability to
use the included mouse on the LCD. So now
when you want to copy or move a phrase, it’s a
simple matter of highlighting and dragging it to
the new location. And finding edit points is
easy, thanks to the VS-2480DVD/2480CD’s
graphic waveform display and scrubbing
features. You can even use the mouse on an
optional VGA display for true software-style
control. Make a mistake? There’s always 999
levels of Undo to back you up.
The VS-2480DVD/2480CD ships with an 80GB
internal hard drive. Record an entire album (or
two, or three…) without having to worry about
running out of time. And even if you manage to
fill up the internal drive, you can always back up
projects using the 2480DVD’s DVD multi-drive
or 2480CD’s internal CD-R/RW drive. The
VS-2480DVD’s DVD multi-drive can store up to
4.7GB of project data on a single DVD-R or
DVD-RW disc.
Unlike some recording workstations,
the VS-2480DVD/2480CD’s onboard mixing
section wasn’t designed as an afterthought.
Instead, it’s a full-blown 64-channel digital
mixer derived from Roland’s groundbreaking
7000-Series V-Mixing System. So you get all
the advantages digital mixing has to offer—like
Scene memories for instant recall of all your
mixer parameters, onboard 48-channel dynamics
processing with 4-band EQ and Filter per channel.
And with its 34-bus architecture, it’s safe to say
you can route signal just about anywhere you
want—such as to internal or external effects—
making it an extremely flexible mixer.
Want precise mixes? Get your hands on the
VS-2480DVD/2480CD’s 17 motorized faders.
These faders not only feel great when mixing,
but their exact positions can be stored as
Scenes and instantly recalled at the push of a
button. In addition, these motorized faders can
also be switched for controlling Inputs 1-16,
Inputs 17-24 plus Aux, Tracks 1-16, or Tracks
17-24 plus FX Return—giving you a dedicated
fader for each channel without taking up
valuable desk space.
If you’re looking for inputs, feast your eyes on
the VS-2480DVD/2480CD’s 16 balanced
inputs including eight XLR connectors with
phantom power. And if that isn’t enough, you
can add up to 16 additional XLR/TRS inputs—
or 16 channels of AES/EBU—using optional
R-BUS interfaces from Roland. Combined
with the onboard coaxial and optical digital
inputs, you’ve got up to 36 inputs available! Of
course, the VS-2480 also has plenty of analog
and digital outputs (up to 32 channels) including
direct outputs for each of its 24 tracks.
To ensure that all of these inputs and outputs
sound nothing less than exceptional, Roland
equipped the VS-2480DVD/2480CD with the
finest 24-bit A/D-D/A converters. Praised for
their warm sound, these converters —along
with 56-bit internal processing —give you
plenty of headroom and dynamic range. In
fact, every aspect
of the VS-2480
from its high-
quality connectors
to its carefully
selected analog
circuits make
this Roland’s
best-sounding
V-Studio ever.
The VS-2480DVD/2480CD comes equipped
for 5.1 Surround Mixing, allowing you to take
your mixing well beyond the stereo listening
field. And while surround panning is made easy
using the mouse, you can also use the optional
VE-7000 Channel Edit Controller’s built-in
joystick to position your tracks even faster.
■ Maximum Number of Tracks for Simultaneous Recording/Playback
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Recording Modes
Full-Featured
Digital Mixing
Mouse-Based Editing on the LCD
24 Tracks… Unlimited Possibilities
Massive Recording Space
Flexible 64-Channel, 34-Bus Design
Motorized Faders Put You in Control
Loaded with Expandable I/O
5.1 Surround Spoken Here
Everything Your
Studio Should Be
24-bit/96kHz Sound Quality
MTP
(Multitrack Pro)
CDR
(CD Writing)
M24
(Mastering 24-bit)
M16
(Mastering 16-bit)
MT1
(Multitrack 1)
MT2
(Multitrack 2)
LIV(Live 1)
LV2(Live 2)
For high-quality recording which compares well to the results from
professional-grade digital devices such as mixers and effect
processors.
Ideal for mastering, this mode enables you to record in Audio CD
Image format for quick, repeatable CD burning.
Recording time is approximately two times longer than M16 while
preserving sound quality. Suitable when doing many track bounces.
Provides more recording time than MT1 while preserving sound
quality.
Provides more recording time than MT2. Suitable when there is
little disk space left or for lengthy recording applications such as
live performances.
Enables the longest recording time.
For recording and playback in 24-bit linear format.
For recording and playback in 16-bit linear format.
M24, M16, CDR
Recording Mode
Sample Rate
48/44.1/32kHz 96/88.2/64kHz
MTP, MT1, MT2,
LIV, LV2 16-tr recording
24-tr playback 8-tr recording
12-tr playback
16-tr recording
16-tr playback 8-tr recording
8-tr playback
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ASCII Keyboard
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SMPTE In
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CD-R/RW Drive (SCSI)
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VGA Monitor
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Word Clock In
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R-BUS
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Digital In/Out
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Mouse
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MB-24 Level Meter Bridge
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VE-7000 Channel Edit Controller
The VS-2480DVD and VS-2480CD are complete studio solutions, offering the finest tools for every stage of the
recording process. Record with 24-bit mic pre's. Edit "software-style" with a mouse on an optional VGA monitor.
Add effects with 3rd party plug-ins. Mix with full automation and 17 motorized faders. Master your mix with the
onboard Mastering Tool Kit. Burn a CD. Archive to DVD or CD. Everything is here for your best music yet.
Use the Mouse On
An External Display!
With the VS-2480DVD/2480CD, you’ll get full
mouse control even when using an optional
VGA monitor. This makes it possible to click-
and-drag track faders and knobs, edit
compressor settings and set EQ curves with
software-style ease. Or, use the mouse to
change EZ Routing settings, taking the
mystery out of signal routing. Of course, cut-
and-paste editing is also possible, complete
with “drag-and-drop” control and graphic
waveform displays. This capability truly
bridges the gap between hardware- and
software-based DAWs.
● Waveform Editing
The VS-2480DVD/2480CD provides the ability to edit
waveforms graphically with the mouse, just like software.