Hi, does anybody have any idea about the Digitech Vocalist Workstation? if so is there any big difference between this the Prisom and the Digitech Vocalist VR any help will be appreciated.

Tony.

Ziggy, I'm doing your homework for you. You can thank me later. Here you go:

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

I've used both the workstation and VR. The VR has the workstation beat by a country mile, realistic sounding harmony, and built-in reverb. All components are adjustable and programable. If you're a live performer, the VR is the way to go. If you're into lots of studio stuff, the TC may have the edge, but it's too expensive for what it does.

Cheers,

Gary

Thanks guys I'm so grateful for your time and comments, I was really confused because at first I thought that the Workstation was much better than the VR but I think after all I'll go for the Prism it looks like it the top of the range of them all.

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


Tony

As an owner of the Vocalist Workstation EX, I too had thought the Vocalist Workstation EX the more advanced (better) unit vs the Vocalist VR, as Digitech themselves had advised me this when I purchased my Vocalist Workstation EX a while back. Has the Vocalist VR (more recent version?) moved ahead of the Workstation EX now? I realize that the TC Helicon Voice Prism includes more advanced vocal harmony technology, but still think the Vocalist Workstation EX sounds real good considering it's considerably lower price point. - Scott

I have not heard the VR so I will not attempt to make a comparison, but I am using a Workstation EX and have had nothing but compliments on the harmonies ... nothing 'robotic' sounding at all ... However, I only use the harmonies to fill-in and accent certain parts of the song, not to replace my own voice (although some may think I should ) ....
As with any other gear, try as many different ones as you can to see how they fill YOUR needs, in both sound and operation .....
t.

Scott,

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,

Gary

Well guys this is getting interesting. I went this afternoon to give the Digitech Workstation a go, I have to say it sounded good to my ears even the Harmonies sounded very good, but I still need to hear from those who heard both the digitech and the
Voice Prism cause the diffeence in price is about $200 for me if the Prism is more better sounding I'll go for it so pls UIncle Dave what have you got to say about it, I know you use the Prism so if you have any comments pls help me out.

Thx
Tony.

Tony,
Try the new TC Quintet or Voice works - they are a bit cheaper than the Prisim, and sound great. Overall - TC beats the Digitech for features and quaity of sound ..... it's just a budget choice, really. The Digitech is fine, the TC is better.

ziggy ... F Y I .. I got my Workstation off ebay and have had no problems .. you may want to check ebay out.....
t.