Roland SYSTEM 8 - Plug Out Synthesizer
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SKU: SYSTEM8
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Product Description
The Roland System 8 is the second of Roland's Plug-out Synthesisers, using Analogue Circuit Behaviour Technology (ACB) to recreate a wide range of sounds inspired by over 4 decades of legendary roland synths. This Synth can host and control an extra three Plug-out software Synths in addition to it's internal sound engine.
Versatile Soundset
The System-8 features the most powerful ACB sound engine yet developed, with 8 voices of polyphony, 3 oscillators, hi-resolution filters and versatile LFOs. Whether you're looking for classic analog-style pads, asses and lead synths, or your in the mood for something a little Crisper and more modern sounding, the System-8 has a wide range of options for you to create your sound.
3 legendary plug-out synths included
As well as the internal engine, you can immediately fill all three of your three plug-out slots with the ones you get included free with the System-8. Fill your boots with the classic tones of Jupiter 8, Juno-106, and JX-3P keyboards, faithfully recreated with all their analogue character using ACB.
Optional plug-outs already available like the SH-2, SH-101 and PROMARS are also supported, and hopefully even more options will be available in the future.
Intuitive & Versatile Interface
The System-8's intuitive panel is filled with knobs, buttons, and sliders for hands-on sound creation and performance expression. The Keyboard has 49 full-size velocity sensitive keys and you've got easy access to fantastic sounding filters and effects and a massive array of hands-on controls.
The polyphonic 64-step sequencer features a familiar TR-REC style interface and dedicated controls to record, play, and manipulate loop sequences. The Arpeggio function is equipped with quick-access knobs for switching patterns and styles in real time, while Chord Memory allows the user to trigger polyphonic note stacks with a single key. The SYSTEM-8 even has an advanced vocoder built in, offering another option for delivering unique and memorable synth performances.
Like any great synth, the System-8 is designed to be explored; so the less menu diving needed, the better!
A Versatile Studio Tool
While the SYSTEM-8 excels as a performance instrument, it easily integrates into a music production environment. The synth functions as a USB audio/MIDI interface for a DAW, and the 49 full-size keys (with velocity) provide a responsive keyboard for recording MIDI tracks. There’s also a control surface mode for using the SYSTEM-8’s knobs, sliders, and buttons with soft synths. The SYSTEM-8 is equipped with CV/GATE outputs, enabling a user to send note/pitch data from the synth engine and step sequencer to trigger modular synths and vintage analog gear.
Included in the Box
- Roland SYSTEM 8
- Owner's manual
- AC adaptor
- Power cord
Technical Specifications
- Keyboard: 49 keys (with velocity)
- Maximum Polyphony: 8 voices
- PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
- INPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
- CV/GATE OUTPUT jacks: Miniature phone type
- TRIGGER IN jack: Miniature phone type
- PEDAL (HOLD, CONTROL) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
- MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
- USB port: USB type B (Audio/MIDI)
- DC IN jack
- Width: 881 mm
- Depth: 364 mm
- Height: 109 mm
- Weight: 5.9 kg