Yamaha VL, Supplementary Manual

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Voice Lists
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VL7 Version 2 WX Voices
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File name: VL7V2_WX.ALL
The 32 voices included in this file have been programmed specifically for optimum playability with a Yamaha WX-series wind controller
(WX7/WX11). It is assumed that you will be using the WX Tight Lip mode (see Note 1, below). Also, make sure that the VL1 Version 2 or
VL1-m Version 2 UTILITY/SYSTEM/TG SETTING “WX Lip” parameter is set to “Expand” (see Note 2).
If playing is too difficult with these settings, try the Loose Lip mode and set the VL “WX Lip” parameter to “Normal”.
Note 1: The WX-series wind controllers have “Tight Lip” and “Loose Lip” modes. Refer to the WX7 or WX11 owner’s manual for
details.
Note 2: When the VL7V2_WX.ALL file is loading using the “ALL” load option, the “WX Lip” parameter is automatically set to
“Expand”.
In order to produce the correct pitch with a WX-series controller when the “Tight Lip” mode is selected, it is necessary to apply the
right amount of pressure to the WX reed (i.e. sax-type embouchure). Adjust the WX controller for optimum response.
This selection also includes many voices which can be effectively played via a keyboard with breath control. Many voices are suitable
for the rock and pop genres, so don’t overlook them for keyboard control.
The A01, A06, A08, A10, B07, and B14 voices are programmed with a delay vibrato effect (i.e. the vibrato effect comes in gradually
after a note is played). To turn this effect off, set the “Sustain Lvl” parameter in the EDIT/EL/ENV/VIBRATO parameter page to “0”.
VL7 Version 2 WX Voices
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Voice number Voice name Voice explanation
A01 (001) Hey! Kenny A soprano sax simulation with delayed vibrato.
A02 (002) AcoEkoSyn A grass-reed type synth voice that takes full advantage of VL technology. Take advantage of the
light portamento effect.
A03 (003) PanPicol Somewhere between pan pipes and piccolo.
A04 (004) MutedLipWX A muted trumpet suitable for “old” jazz styles.
A05 (005) GlassAlto Bright alto sax, suitable for pop styles. Wide variation with breath pressure.
A06 (006) C Flute 2 Attack and light pressure produce the sound of air flowing through the tube. Lip pressure can raise
pitch an octave.
A07 (007) Bassoon 2 An extraordinarily realistic bassoon simulation. Applying reed pressure above F4 shifts the funda-
mental.
A08 (008) BreathBow A bowed string instrument with breath noise.
A09 (009) C Trumpet Trumpet for a wide range of styles … from classic to rock. Loosen lip pressure to bend down;
tighten for lip slur.
A10 (010) Shakuhachi Use lip pressure to shift the fundamental tone.
A11 (011) WX Bariton A baritone sax that can be used for bass lines or solos. Best played with a distinct rhythm.
A12 (012) AnaEkoSyn An analog synth with phaser effect. Good for long-tone solos.
A13 (013) GuitarHero Reed and breath control can produce some remarkable effects with a distortion guitar voice.
A14 (014) LonelyPhone Pitch variations from pianissimo to fortissimo. Use this characteristics to play soul-searching
melodies.
A15 (015) Ophelia Synth lead with a soft, comfortable delay.
A16 (016) Horn 2 Simulates the long tube — and hard-to-play pitch characteristics — of a real horn.
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Voice number Voice name Voice explanation
B01 (017) MildAltSax Alto sax with excellent mid- to high-range projection. Ideal for rock and pop styles.
B02 (018) JazzBone Soft timbre on soft passages; brighter when played fortissimo.
B03 (019) BrightTenr Tenor sax with a solid attack.