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Roland • JP-8000

The JP-8000 Music Synthesizer has been designed using a first-of-its-kind Roland Analog Modeling sound source, combining the fat, powerful sounds associated with vintage analog synths with the flexibility of digital technology and MIDI. Like the classic Roland analog synths of the past, the JP-8000 sports a collection of 38 front-panel knobs and sliders for powerful real-time control, opening a brand new world of sonic possibilities. Innovative "Motion Control" feature memorizes all sequential slider and knob movements, ensuring that a great real-time "tweak" will not be lost. "Analog" synth functions like oscillator sync, ring modulation, -12/-24 dB filtering, cross modulation, an assignable ribbon controller and powerful pitch bend/modulation lever make the JP-8000 a very powerful synthesizer for live and studio use!

The JP-8000 is excellent for use in any music where classic synth sounds are needed. For techno, dance, drum&bass, hiphop, film scoring, synth pop and more! It is used by the Crystal Method, BT, Orbital, Ken Ishii, Vince Clarke, Goldie, Dave Holmes, Prodigy, Groove Armada, Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, ATB, Überzone, Faithless, Gary Numan, Scooter, Konflict, William Ørbit, Paul Van Dyk, Groove Armada, and Garbage.

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Pablo Roberto

Posted 28 days ago

This is an excellent synth suitable for both studio and live gig. Programming could be a little confusing at the beginning but once you get the hang of it, you'll be unstoppable! It looks sexy and easy on the eyes as well.

Combining this with a Korg MS2000 will prove to be wise if you plan to build a heavy-duty and reliable arsenal in your studio. This is definitely one synth that can stand out in a crowd!

Nicholas

Posted 37 days ago

Also used by the likes of Muse and Heaven 17.

Dimitri

Posted 48 days ago

I recently went back to analog but if i would ever buy a VA again it would be this one. Very easy to program compaired to likewise (AN1x for example).
It really sounds analog if u ask me!

alex

Posted 62 days ago

Great little synth. Absolute breeze to program and tweak like crazy. I'd play for hours just moving between warm soft swirly pads to buzzy staccato leads and punchy bass lines. Fun.

The only problem is getting repairs done. Now that I've burned through my faders, finding 20K ohm 30mm sliders is a pain. Anyone know where to buy some?

Dividebyzero

Posted 83 days ago

I really don't see what all the hate is about this synth. Considering you can get one on ebay for about £250, it's a total steal. Sure, it's got some minor niggles, in particular, the 'snap' on the filter if you close it entirely on 24db lowpass, but for quite a limited feature set, you get a lot of flexibility, especially with the cross-mod and layering.
I'm guessing it's the stigma it's picked up for its 'supersaw' feature, but even if you take that away, you can get some pretty wild sounds. Oh, and the feedback oscillator is tons of fun!

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