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Roland JD-800

Digital synthesizer
Roland JD-800

About

Classic early-1990s Roland digital synthesizer combining PCM waveforms with an extensive subtractive synthesis architecture and a highly hands-on front panel. Up to four tones can be layered within a patch, with dedicated envelopes, filters and modulation providing detailed control over evolving pads, digital textures, leads and atmospheric sounds.

Specifications

Polyphony24 voices
SynthesisDigital PCM / subtractive synthesis
OscillatorsUp to 4 tones per patch
Size61 keys · 104 × 42 cm · 15 kg

Strong Sides

Pads10
Digital textures10
Atmospheres10
90s sounds10

Sound Reference

Jean-Michel Jarre — Chronologie
Digital synth textures