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Vocoding with the JDXA

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How can I get a clearer, more intelligib­le vocoder sound on Roland’s huge super-synth? The JDXA has a great built-in vocoder that’s capable of excellent results. It can run either on the digital or analogue section (or both) and also be processed by the onboard effects too, so it’s very versatile. The first place to start is to plug in a decent mic. You can obtain great results using a humble SM57, but try condenser mics, which are more sensitive to the nuances in your speech. The following tips can also be applied to most vocoders for improving tone and intelligib­ility…

 ??  ?? For added clarity, try a two-pole filter to let through more high end, and use the resonance to focus certain frequencie­s if required. Add in some white noise for even better intelligib­ility. Then process the result with the onboard compressor effect...
For added clarity, try a two-pole filter to let through more high end, and use the resonance to focus certain frequencie­s if required. Add in some white noise for even better intelligib­ility. Then process the result with the onboard compressor effect...
 ??  ?? analogue engine is great for vocoding, as it blends with the human voice in a more natural way than the digital section. Press Polystack to activate the four-voice poly mode. Plug in your mic and use a solid stand with a pop shield.
analogue engine is great for vocoding, as it blends with the human voice in a more natural way than the digital section. Press Polystack to activate the four-voice poly mode. Plug in your mic and use a solid stand with a pop shield.
 ??  ?? Use an equal mix of saw wave on Osc 1 and a pulse wave on Osc 2. Experiment with the pulse width until you get a nice clear and solid tone when vocalising and playing. Go into the vocoder menu and experiment with the different modes (sharp, soft etc).
Use an equal mix of saw wave on Osc 1 and a pulse wave on Osc 2. Experiment with the pulse width until you get a nice clear and solid tone when vocalising and playing. Go into the vocoder menu and experiment with the different modes (sharp, soft etc).
 ??  ?? Observe the different tones and how clarity changes depending on how close you are to the mic. Use headphones and make sure you have your main speakers off or you’ll likely end up with feedback from the vocoder sound coming back into your mic from the...
Observe the different tones and how clarity changes depending on how close you are to the mic. Use headphones and make sure you have your main speakers off or you’ll likely end up with feedback from the vocoder sound coming back into your mic from the...

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