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…