posted 06-02-2003 06:23 PM         

Vocalist Workstation EX features
Features of the Vocalist Workstation EX
Specs:

Programs: 50 User / 50 Factory Programs

Audio Inputs:
Microphone: balanced XLR
Line: 1/4 in. TRS balanced -10 dBu

Audio Outs:
Left and right balanced 1/4 in. TRS, left jack sums to mono
Output Level: +4 dBu nominal (-10 dB available by trimming front panel fader)

Audio Specs:
S/N: >90dB "A" weighted (92dB typical)
THD: < 0.02%
Frequency Response: 20-20kHz +/-1 dB
Sampling: 18bit Sigma-Delta
28X Oversampling A/D @ 48 kHz
Case: Low profile desktop format, black textured finish
Size: 19 in. (482 mm) x 3.50 in. (88mm) x 6.5 in.(165mm)
Weight: Weight: Net 7.75 lbs (3.5kg)
• New easy-to-use programs.
• 2-5 part natural sounding stereo vocal harmonies.
• Hands-off Automatic Pitch Correction.
• Great sounding programmable Reverb.
• Real-time faders for Lead, Harmony, and Reverb levels.
• Multiple non-MIDI and MIDI control modes.
• Automation ready via Cakewalk and Studioware panel.
• Complete Sysex Control.
• Microphone and line inputs.

Price: $599 MSRP

This unit has not had very favorable reviews. The harmonies sound very artificial and robotic according to some.
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Vocalist VR specifications
Features of the Vocalist VR

• Microphone Input
• Balanced: XLR, 2 KOhm
• Line Input: Unbalanced 1/4 TS, -10 dBV Level, 10 KOhm
• Auxiliary Input: Unbalanced 1/4 TS, -10 dBV level, 10 KOhm
• Microphone Input Range: -32 dBV minimum to -9 dBV maximum
• Line Input Range: -20 dBV minimum to +6dBu maximum
• Line Outputs Unbalanced: 1/4 in. stereo or mono, -10 dBV nominal
• Sampling: 16-bit A/D conversion @ 44.1 KHz
• Frequency Response: (dry) 20 -20kHz
• Signal to Noise: >92 dB A weighted
• Total Harmonic Distoriton: + Noise <0.04%
• Power Requirements: 9.75 VAC, 820 mA. or 9VAC, 1A
• Size: 19 in. W x 1.75 in. H x 5.75 in. D
• Weight: 4 lb.

Price: $399 MSRP

This unit has had many favorable reviews. Sound quality seems to be quite good and most people seem to be satisfied with the Vocalist VR's Harmony function. Note: The Vocalist VR does NOT have Phantom Power built-in. Also it does NOT have a Noise Gate built-in. If you sing in a Band the Vocalist VR has a nack for picking up the Band's Voices and Instruments in the Mix. So you will probably need to buy an external Compressor/Noise Gate to eliminate that possibility. "If you sing in a Band that is." If you do not sing in a band, you should be okay. You will have to be careful were you place your Speakers though because the Vocalist VR has a tendency to pick up your external sound source in the Mix.

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TC Helicon Voice Prism

Technical specifications
DIGITAL INPUTS & OUTPUTS
Connectors: RCA Phono (S/PDIF) Standard
XLR (AES/EBU) Option Card
Formats: S/PDIF (24 bit), EIAJ CP-340, IEC 958,
AES/EBU (24 bit) with Option Card
Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz Standard (48 kHz with Option Card)
Frequency Response DIO: 20 Hz-20 kHz

ANALOG INPUTS
Connectors: 1/4” unbal. - 1/4” TRS bal. - XLR Mic
Impedance: 28 kOhm - 14 kOhm - 1.1 kOhm
Max Input Level: +21 dBu (balanced)
A to D Conversion: 24 bits, 44.1 kHz sampling rate
Dynamic Range: -95 dB
THD: -84 dB (0.0065%)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz

ANALOG OUTPUTS
Connectors: 1/4” unbal. 1/4” TRS bal.
Impedance 60 Ohm
Max Output Level: +21 dBu
D to A Conversion: 24 bits, 44.1 kHz sampling rate
Dynamic Range: -95 dB
THD: -84 dB (0.0065%)
EMC complies with: EN 55103-1 and EN 55103-2
FCC part 1, Class B, CISPR 22, Class B

SAFETY
Certified to: IEC 65, EN 60065, UL 6500 and CSA E65

ENVIRONMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature: 50°C(122° F)
Minimum Storage Temperature: -25°C(-13° F)

CONTROL INTERFACE
MIDI: In/Out/Thru 5 Pin DIN
Pedal: 1/4” phone jack, TRS

GENERAL
Finish: Powdercoat Electro Galvanized Steel, ABS
Plastic Bezel, Knobs and Buttons.
Display: 128 x 84 Graphics LCD
Dimensions: 19 x 3.5 x 8.2 (483 x 89 x 208 mm)
Weight: 7.8 lb (3.54 kg)
Mains Voltage: 100 V-240 V
Power Consumption: <27 Watt

Warranty
Parts and labor: 1 year

Note: Due to continuous development and standardization all specifications are subject to change without notice.

Features:
THE MAIN FEATURES
• High-quality 48V phantom mic preamp with 24 bit digital converters

• 4 voice backing -vocal harmony with independent gender- and humanizing controls

• Lead-voice double tracking: full vocal channel incl. Compression, EQ, Delay, Tape Delay, Chorus, Flange, Reverb with Pre-delay

• Ultra-easy interface with context sensitive Help and Preset Browser

• Stereo analog and digital Outputs

• More to come: Including both hardware and software upgrades

Price: $999 MSRP www.music123.com has the TC Electronic Voice Prism on sale for $799.

"The reviews on the Voice Prism have been very favorable. People seem to be very pleased with the Voice Harmony quality. Plus the Voice Prism has a Vibrato feature."

Best regards,
Mike

posted 06-02-2003 07:43 PM            

Cheers,

posted 06-02-2003 11:13 PM            

once agian thanks, now I have to see where I am gong to buy it from, cause I live in Europe.

posted 06-03-2003 07:16 AM            

Personally, I never thought the EX sounded robotic, and for the most part sounded a lot like Digitech's midi-volcalist. The VR, however, at least to me, seems to provide a richer, fuller sound, and adds a bit more depth to the harmonies. I have not heard the TC in person, but I have heard several recordings done by trjazz and others using the device. The harmonies ranged from good to excellent on the recordings, but I'm not convinced they are $700 better than the VR. Additionally, the VR is easy to use, and for live performances, it's tough to beat. I'm not sure if Digitech has changed the VR during the past two years, but the first one I heard did not sound nearly as good as the current model--that's why I upgraded from the midi-Vocalist.

Cheers,