The Roland Fantom-08 Synthesizer Keyboard is a streamlined and intuitive instrument that builds on the success of the classic Fantom series. It features a newly designed synth-action keyboard and an onboard color touchscreen for clip-based sequencing and controlling settings. With the powerful Zen-Core synthesis system and deep sampling capabilities, you have unparalleled control over your sounds. The Fantom-08 is perfect for both stage and studio use, with features like the iconic TR-REC sequencer, RGB backlit performance pads, and high-resolution knobs and sliders. Scenes allow you to store sounds, patterns, and performance templates, making it easy to recall them with a single touch.
Setting it apart from its siblings, the Fantom-08 has a premium-quality hammer-action PHA-4 keybed with Escapement and Ivory feel for an authentic playing experience. You can shape your sounds using the onboard modulation controls, including two LFOs per partial and four partials per tone, giving you plenty of flexibility in sound design. The Fantom also offers deep integration with computers and music software, as well as an onboard USB audio interface, making it easy to streamline your studio or live setup. With its light, durable exterior and powerful controls, it’s no wonder the Fantom series continues to impress.
The heart of the Fantom synthesizer keyboard is its expansive sound library, which includes a wide variety of genre-defying sounds taken from Roland’s ever-expanding library. From classic bass sounds to atmospheric pads and cinematic brasses, the sound library is packed with studio-grade sounds ready to use with a single touch. Whether you want to create organic compositions with acoustic instruments or explore modern synthesis tools, the Fantom has you covered.
Featuring the state-of-the-art ZEN-Core technology, the Fantom is powered by four custom Behavior Modeling Chips, making it one of Roland’s most flexible and expandable sound engines to date. It offers a comprehensive sound range, from authentic acoustic instruments to cutting-edge electronic and hybrid sounds, pushing the Fantom into new sonic territory. With smooth and precise control over your sounds, thanks to Zen-Core’s large amount of polyphony and full patch remain, you can create impressive splits and layered sounds with up to 64 oscillators and 128 LFOs per scene.
For players who demand acoustic realism, the Fantom is equipped with the latest version of Roland’s highly regarded SuperNATURAL sounds. Combining sampling and acoustic behavior-modeling, SuperNATURAL offers lush strings, detailed woodwind, powerful brass sounds, and more, presented in 24-bit/48kHz resolution for the first time. No matter the genre, the Fantom provides inspiring sounds.
The Fantom-08 features a PHA-4 standard keyboard with Escapement and Ivory Feel technology, offering a natural and authentic feel like that of a classic grand piano. It also includes the Virtual ToneWheel engine, which emulates the sound of classic VK organs with quick-fire playability and direct control via the touchscreen sliders and knobs.
With its deep sampling capabilities, the Fantom allows you to expand your sonic palette by capturing internal sounds, incorporating sound from hardware devices and DAWs, and more. You can even capture samples and instantly trigger them using the RGB performance pads. The Fantom also includes the classic TR-REC sequencer for creating percussive loops and clip-based sequencing for instant pattern recording and triggering, providing hands-on control for your patterns.
The Fantom features a comprehensive control section with knobs, sliders, and RGB pads. The sliders are perfect for controlling modulation and volume, allowing you to make quick on-the-fly changes. With the onboard controls, you can achieve smooth sweeps and fine adjustments of texture and sound. The keyboard also includes high-resolution controls for oscillator, filter, and envelope, as well as buttons and pads for triggering and sequencing. It offers a wide range of features, including a 4×32 USB audio interface, onboard vocoder, and compatibility with FANTOM Scenes, Model Expansions, Sound Packs, and more from Roland Cloud.
The Fantom-08 is designed to provide unparalleled expression, modulation, and playability. Its versatile features, expansive sound library, and intuitive interface make it a powerful tool for musicians and producers alike. With its solid construction and powerful controls, the Fantom-08 continues to impress as a top choice for both stage and studio use.
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Specifications:
– Keyboard: 88 Keys (PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel)
– Sound Generator: TONE ZEN-Core SuperNATURAL Acoustic SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano, SuperNATURAL Electric Piano, VTW Organ, Various MODEL sound generators
– Expansion: EXZ Series, EXSN Series, EXM Series
– Parts: 16 zones (Internal + External)
– Scenes: 128 scenes x 4 bank
– Tones: 3500 tones or greater, 90 Drum kits or greater
– Tone Remain: 8 zones
– Rating System: 4 steps (0-3)
– Effects: Multi-Effects, Part EQ, Drum Part COMP, Insertion Effect, TFX, Input MFX, Chorus, Reverb, Compressor, Input Reverb, Input EQ, Vocoder
– Scene Chain: Chain: 16 Scenes x 32 Pages (Total 512 Scenes), Set: 100, Marker: 36 (0-9 A-Z a-z) per 1 Chain Set
– Sequencer: MIDI Tracks: 16, Group: 16, Pattern: 8 (per each track), Pattern Length: 32 measures, Recording Method: Realtime recording, Step recording, TR-REC
– Sampler: Keyboard: Multisample, Format: 16/24-bit linear 44.1/48 kHz WAV/AIFF, Number of Samples: 2048, Number of Multisamples: 128, Sampling Time: up to 2 minutes 44 seconds, PAD Sampler: Format: 16/24-bit linear 44.1/48 kHz WAV/AIFF, Maximum Polyphony: 8, Number of Samples: 16 pads x 4 banks, Sampling Time: up to 60 minutes
– Internal Storage: 2 GB
– Connectors: Headphones Jack, MAIN OUT jacks, SUB OUT jacks, SUB OUT STEREO (PHONES) Jacks, Mic Input Jacks, Line Input Jacks, FOOT PEDAL Jacks, MIDI Connectors, USB, External Device Port
– Audio Interface: 24 bit/96 KHz, Record: 16 Stereo Channel, Playback: 2 Stereo Channel, External Memory: USB Flash drive (sold separately)
– Power Supply: AC Adaptor, Power Consumption: 1300 mAh
– Dimensions (WxDxH): 1393 x 354 x 138 mm
– Weight: 14.8 kg
– Product Code: FANTOM-08
