Roland System-8 49 Key Plug-Out Synthesizer

Roland System-8

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Roland System-8 

Explore the Roland System-8 49-key synthesizer. Exceptional sound, versatile plug-out options & advanced sequencing. Shop now for premium musical instruments!

The Roland System-8 49 Key Plug-Out Synthesizer is an innovative and sophisticated musical instrument that combines advanced technology with high-quality sound. This professional-grade synthesizer is powered by Roland's next-generation Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) engine, delivering a rich palette of sounds that span over four decades of legendary Roland synths. The System-8 is a versatile performance synthesizer, equipped with 49 full-size keys and an internal sound engine that produces both classic analog tones and dynamic modern sounds with an authentic analog vibe. It hosts up to three PLUG-OUT synths, including the iconic JUPITER-8 and JUNO-106, which are included with the synthesizer. This advanced synthesizer features low-pass, high-pass, and side-band filters with high-resolution controls, offering a massive array of real-time control options with dedicated knobs, sliders, and buttons. The polyphonic step sequencer with a classic TR-REC style interface, arpeggio, vocoder, and polyphonic Chord Memory functions enhance the creative possibilities. The System-8 also includes CV/Gate outputs for interfacing with modular synths and vintage gear, and a large selection of onboard effects with hands-on controls. The USB audio/MIDI interface and control surface mode make it a versatile tool for both live performances and studio recordings. The System-8's advanced ACB engine offers eight voices of polyphony, three oscillators, and smooth filters with ultra-detailed resolution. This allows for the creation of warm pads, fat basses, expressive lead tones, and more, all inspired by the rich sonic character of the legendary SYSTEM series. In addition to its impressive internal sound engine, the System-8 features three expansion slots for hosting and controlling Roland's PLUG-OUT software synths. The Performance mode allows you to combine the internal synth engine and hosted PLUG-OUTs to create super-synth patches with layered voices and custom splits. The comprehensive interface of the System-8 offers countless ways to shape sounds and discover new ones. The panel is packed with direct-access controls for dynamic sound creation and live performance expression. The effects, ranging from overdrive, distortion, and fuzz to delay, chorus, reverb, and more, have grab-and-go controls that make it simple to enhance sounds as you play. Designed to inspire, the System-8 is filled with intuitive performance tools to spark your creativity. The 64-step sequencer features a familiar TR-REC style interface and dedicated controls to record, play, and manipulate loop sequences in real time. The Arpeggio function is equipped with quick-access knobs for switching patterns and styles as you play, while Chord Memory allows you to trigger polyphonic note stacks with a single key. The System-8 even has an advanced vocoder built in, offering another expressive option for delivering unique and memorable synth performances. The System-8 also excels as a performance instrument, easily integrating with your production software and external gear. The synth functions as a USB audio/MIDI interface for your DAW and the 49 full-size keys provide a responsive, great-feeling keyboard for recording MIDI tracks. There's even a control surface mode for using the System-8's knobs, sliders, and buttons with your soft synths. And with the built-in CV/Gate outputs, you can send note/pitch data from the synth engine and step sequencer to trigger your modular synths and retro gear. In conclusion, the Roland System-8 49 Key Plug-Out Synthesizer is a high-quality, professional, and advanced musical instrument that offers a wide range of features and capabilities for both live performances and studio recordings.

Roland System-8 49 Key Plug-Out Synthesizer

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