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Manufacturer's ID: SYSTEM-8
What we say:
At A Glance:
Roland’s System-8 is an unbelievably flexible synthesizer. Featuring 8-Voice polyphony and Roland’s ACB technology, the sounds from the System-8 are incredible. Not only does it sound great as is, it features Plug-Out technology. This gives you full recreations of classic Roland synths such as the Juno-106 and Jupiter-8. Combine this with some high-resolution backlit controls and a sturdy construction, and we have a true mammoth of a synthesizer.
Features We Love:
Plug-Out
The System-8 features Plug-Out, which is one of Roland’s coolest ideas to date. Just like you would run plug-in VSTs on a computer, you can load emulations of various Roland synths like the Juno-106 and Jupiter-8 into the System-8. From there you can take them away from the computer and use them anywhere. Juno-106, Jupiter-8 and JX-3P are already installed for you to use right away.
Great Sound
While the plug-out feature is fantastic, the System-8 is a powerful 8-voice synthesizer in it’s own right. Using the base sound engine will allow you to create some really unique and interesting tones. From there, there are a bunch of great FX you can add to sweeten up or fatten the sound.
Control
The System-8 features tons of high-resolution back-lit controls. Providing a hands on experience with great visual feedback for dark stages, the System-8 won’t leave you short.
Highlights:
- High quality synthesizer
- Plug-Out capabilities
- Juno-106, JX-3P and Jupiter-8 Plug-Outs included
- Tons of hands on control
- Solid build for touring
What's Included:
- System-8 Plug-Out Synthesizer
- Owner's manual
- AC adaptor
- Power cord
Specification
| Keyboard | 49 keys (with velocity) |
| Models | SYSTEM-8, PLUG-OUT1, PLUG-OUT2, PLUG-OUT3 |
| Maximum Polyphony | 8 voices (MODEL: SYSTEM-8) |
| (MODEL: PLUG-OUT1, 2 and 3 are depend on PLUG-OUT software) | |
| User Memory | Patch: 64 (8 memories x 8 banks, per one model) |
| Performance: 64 (8 memories x 8 banks) | |
| Structure Elements | MODEL: SYSTEM-8 is as follows |
| (MODEL: PLUG-OUT 1, 2 and 3 are depend on PLUG-OUT software) | |
| LFO Section | Variation: 1 (Single LFO), 2 (Dual LFO), 3 (Resonanced Pulse LFO) |
| Waveform: | |
| VARIATION 1: SINE, TRIANGLE, SAW, SQUARE, Sample&Hold, Random | |
| VARIATION 2: 6 types | |
| VARIATION 3: 6 types | |
| Knobs: FADE TIME, RATE, PITCH, FILTER, AMP | |
| Controllers: KEY TRIGGER, TRIGGER ENVELOPE | |
| Oscillator 1 Section | Variation: 1, 2 |
| Waveform: | |
| VARIATION 1: SAW, SQUARE, TRIANGLE, SAW2, SQUARE2, TRIANGLE2 | |
| VARIATION 2: 6 types | |
| Knobs: COLOR, MODULATION Source (MANUAL, LFO, P.ENV, F.ENV, A.ENV, OSC 3), OCTAVE (64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2), COARSE TUNE, FINE TUNE | |
| Modulation: CROSS Modulator | |
| Oscillator 2 Section | Variation: 1, 2 |
| Waveform: | |
| VARIATION 1: SAW, SQUARE, TRIANGLE, SAW2, SQUARE2, TRIANGLE2 | |
| VARIATION 2: 6 types | |
| Knobs: COLOR, MODULATION Source (MANUAL, LFO, P.ENV, F.ENV, A.ENV, OSC 3), OCTAVE (64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2), COARSE TUNE, FINE TUNE | |
| Modulation: RING Modulator, Oscillator SYNC | |
| Oscillator 3/Sub Oscillator Section | Variation: 1, 2 |
| Waveform: SINE (-2 octave), SINE (-1 octave), SINE, TRIANGLE､TRIANGLE (-1 octave)､TRIANGLE (-2 octave) | |
| Knobs: COLOR, TUNE | |
| Mixer Section | Level: OSC 1, OSC 2, OSC 3/SUB OSC, NOISE |
| Noise: WHITE Noise/PINK Noise | |
| Pitch Section | Knob: ENVELOPE Depth |
| Envelope: ATTACK Time, DECAY Time | |
| Filter Section | Variation: 1, 2 |
| Filter Type: | |
| VARIATION 1: LPF (-24 dB), LPF (-18 dB), LPF (-12 dB), HPF (-12 dB), HPF (-18 dB), HPF (-24 dB) | |
| VARIATION 2: 6 types | |
| Knobs: CUTOFF, RESONANCE, VELOCITY SENS, ENVELOPE Depth, KEY Follow, HPF CUTOFF | |
| Envelope: ATTACK Time, DECAY Time, SUSTAIN LEVEL, RELEASE Time | |
| Amplifier Section | Knobs: VELOCITY SENS, TONE, LEVEL |
| Envelope: ATTACK Time, DECAY Time, SUSTAIN LEVEL, RELEASE Time | |
| Effect Section | Type: OVER DRIVE, DISTORTION, METAL, FUZZ, CRUSHER, PHASER |
| Knobs: TONE, DEPTH | |
| Delay/Chorus Section | Type: DELAY, PANNING DELAY, CHORUS 1, CHORUS 2, FLANGER, DELAY + CHORUS |
| Knobs: TIME, LEVEL | |
| Reverb Section | Type: AMBIENCE, ROOM, HALL 1, HALL 2, PLATE, MODULATION |
| Knobs: TIME, LEVEL | |
| Other Section | Knobs: PORTAMENTO, TEMPO |
| Controller: LEGATO, TEMPO SYNC | |
| Key Mode: MONO/UNISON/POLY | |
| Step Sequencer | Track |
| 1 per Patch (step pattern is saved as a patch) | |
| Step | 1 - 64 steps |
| Recording Method | Step recording, Realtime recording |
| Controllers | SCALE, PLAY MODE, GATE, SHUFFLE, FIRST STEP, LAST STEP |
| OTHER | VOLUME, INPUT volume, ARPEGGIO, CHORD MEMORY, VOCODER, KEYHOLD, VELOCITY OFF, TRANSPOSE, OCTAVE |
| CONTROLLERS | Pitch bend and modulation lever, BEND SENS PITCH, BEND SENS FILTER, MOD SENS PITCH, MOD SENS FILTER |
| DISPLAY | 16 characters 2 line LCD |
| EXTERNAL STORAGE | SD Card (SDHC supported) for backup/restore function |
| CONNECTORS | 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 | |
| (CV: This jack supports OCT/V (Hz/V is not supported). GATE: This jack outputs +10 V.) | |
| 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 / 34-11/16 inches |
| Depth | 364 mm / 14-3/8 inches |
| Height | 109 mm / 4-5/16 inches |
| Weight | 5.9 kg / 13 lbs 1 oz |
Firmware Update Ver.1.31 introduces the following features
- JUNO-60 PLUG-OUT is now supported.
- JX-3P PLUG-OUT is preloaded onto the [ PLUG-OUT 3 ] button.
- * Loading the JX-3P plug-out requires a factory reset after updating. Follow the procedure in "Updating the Tone Data" to select the target item for the factory reset ("ALL" or "PLUG-OUT 3") and execute the factory reset.
- * If a different plug-out exists at the [ PLUG-OUT 3 ] button, removing the plug-out and reselecting [ PLUG-OUT 3 ] loads the JX-3P plug-out. For information on how to remove a plug-out, go to the [ Owner's Manual ] and refer to "SYSTEM-8 Reference Manual -- Removing a PLUG-OUT (PLUG-OUT REMOVE)."
- Two types of variations were added to the oscillator ( FM x 2 ).
- Five types of variations were added to the filters ( JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, Formant x 2, Harmonics ).
- An overdub mode was added to the step sequencer.
- The JUNO-106 PLUG-OUT is preloaded onto the [PLUG-OUT 2] button.
- * To load JUNO-106 tone data, a factory reset after updating is required. Follow the procedure in "Updating the Tone Data" to select the target item for the factory reset ("ALL" or "PLUG-OUT 2") and execute the factory reset.
- An effect setting screen was added to the menu items. Along with this, advanced setting parameters were added for DELAY/CHORUS and REVERB. A SYSTEM-1 filter was added to FILTER VARIATION 3.
- A mode for saving the tempo in patches was added ("PATCH TEMPO" in system settings).
- Patch/Performance data was newly added (with some replaced), and the arrangement was revised (including the JUPITER-8 PLUG-OUT preload).
- Rearrange (exchange) and Initialize functions for Patch/Performance data were added.
- Functions for deleting backup/export files on SD cards were added.
- Other minor improvements in operation were made.
