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The Roland Fantom-G8 Workstation is a dream keyboard instrument that redefines the boundaries of playability and creativity. Roland has included an advanced sound engine, revolutionary ARX SuperNATURAL> expansion bay, large-sized color LCD, powerful new audio/MIDI sequencer, first-class "Ivory Feel" weighted keys and more to the Fantom-G8.
Advanced Sound Engine
Driven by a powerful new audio processor, the Roland Fantom-G provides new sonic depth and versatility. With twice the wave-ROM capacity of its predecessor, it contains a treasure trove of Roland's world-famous SRX-quality sounds, but what really sets this instrument apart is its new ARX expansion, which allows additional SuperNATURAL sound-sets and fully dedicated synth and effects engines to be added to this already powerful live workstation.
SuperNATURAL ARX Expansion
Fantom-G workstation provides ARX slots that accommodate two SuperNATURAL expansion boards. SuperNATURAL is Roland's unique behavior-modeling technology that enables a new level of organic, emotional expression previously unattainable in synthesizers. Applied to traditional-instrument sounds, SuperNATURAL enables the delicate, organic tonal changes and playing nuances of real musical instruments. It's also a powerful tool for electronic and non-traditional sounds, breathing amazing new life and expression into synthesis.
Power Sequencer Onboard
The Fantom-G is the first Roland instrument to feature Roland's newly designed power sequencer. In conjunction with the large-size LCD, this pro-level composition tool provides 128 tracks (including 24 audio tracks) in a fully integrated audio/MIDI graphical environment. A mouse can be also incorporated for computer-like speed and ease. Other convenient features include combo XLR and TRS connector, phantom power for condenser mics, Hi-Z input for guitar and bass, and line input.
Luxurious Extra-Wide LCD
One look and touch and you'll know that the Fantom-G is an instrument without equal. Only the highest-quality materials have been used to create this dream synth, with a stylish, futuristic design that will turn heads. Front and center is the extra-large 8.5" wide TFT color LCD for enhanced productivity. A first-class assortment of hands- on controls is provided as well, including eight sliders, four knobs, and ten buttons below the LCD.
Amazing FX
Fantom-G is loaded with a state-of-the-art effects engine, with multi-effects available for each Fantom-G sound/part. In 16-part multi-timbre mode, up to 22 effect routings can be used simultaneously. Create complex setups with 16 insert effects per multitimbral patch group, plus global reverbs and choruses. Mastering effects are provided for polishing songs created with the onboard sequencer.
Supreme Keyboard Feel & Action
The Fantom-G8 is outfitted with Roland's top-of-the-line PHA II "Ivory Feel" keyboard. This amazing keyboard technology reproduces the real surface feel of ivory acoustic piano keys providing a familiar stability and comfort to the pianist. The white keys have a two-piece structure which reduces the developed keyboard surface material is designed to absorb moisture, ensuring a secure, slip-proof feel that your fingers will love.
Roland FANTOM-G8 Workstation
Features:
Advanced sound engine with double wave capacity of previous flagship workstations 2 x ARXexpansion with SuperNATURAL—the world's greatest performance-expression technology Graphic user interface with extra-large 8.5" wide color LCD and mouse connectivity Newly developed onboard audio/MIDI sequencer with 128 tracks, including 24 audio tracks Multi-FX for each part; up to 22 effects routings can be programmed simultaneously Top-of-the-line keyboard action; weighted PHA II "Ivory Feel" keyboard on Fantom-G8 Heavy-duty casing with aluminum panel
Roland FANTOM-G8 Workstation
Specifications:
Keyboard: 88 keys, PHA II, Ivory feel, with velocity and channel aftertouch Mamimum Polyphony: 128 voices, shared with the sampling section Parts: 16 parts (Internal) + 16 parts (External) + 2 parts (ARX)+ 24 parts (Audio Track) Wave Memory: 256MB (16-bit linear equivalent) Waveforms: 2,153 Preset Memory: Patches 1,500 + 256 (GM2) Rhythm Sets 64 + 9 (GM2) Live Sets 512 Studio Sets 128
Data Format: 16-bit linear, .WAV or .AIFF Sampling Frequency: 44.1kHz Maximum Sampling Time [When sampling memory isn't expanded (32MB)] mono: 360 sec. approx., stereo: 180 sec. approx. [When sampling memory is expanded with DIMM (544MB)] mono: 108 min. approx., stereo: 54 min. approx.
Resolution: 480 TPQN Tempo: 5.00 to 300.00 Song per one project: 50 Phrase per one project: 2,000 Note Capacity per one project: approx. 1,000,000 notes Song Length: 9,998 measures Recording Method Realtime recording Step recording
Controllers: Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever Control Knob x 4 Control Slider x 8 Assignable Switch x 2 D Beam Controller
Connectors: Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type A (MIX) Output Jacks (L/MONO, R) 1/4 inch TRS phone type B Output Jacks (L, R): 1/4 inch phone type Input Jacks (L/MONO/MIC, R): 1/4 inch phone type Mic./Guitar Input Jacks: 1/4 inch phone type / XLR type (Phantom power)(Hi-Z) Pedal Jacks: Hold Pedal Jack (Half Pedal recognition) Control Pedal Jack (assignable) x 2 MIDI Connectors: IN, OUT, THRU USB Connectors: USB Computer Connector (supports file transfer or mass storage class, and Audio/MIDI) USB Mouse Connector Digital Audio Interface: COAXIAL INPUT / OUTPUT, AC Inlet
I've been playing this board along with my brother for about 5 days. I have a Yamaha MO8 which I love playing, but this board is phenomenal! It's very easy to use, the feel is great, and I can't say enough about how ready it is to be worked with right out of the box. I have played with Yamaha boards all my life but this being the first Roland onboard, we are very impressed! The EPs are excellent, and the organs are very realistic. We play alot of tunes from Stevie Wonder, Bob James, Herbie Hancock, and trust me, this board has THEE sounds! I have played Yamaha's Motif XS8 and it's a matter of preference. It depends on what you're looking for, but Roland gives it all up on this workstation. Great job on a wonderful instrument. Pssst, the sampler sure doesn't hurt it either.
I've had my G8 a little over a month and half now and im still learning new stuff from it. This is by far the best workstation i have ever laid my hands on. I have played other workstations like the XS8 or M50 but this is truly outstanding. The whole musical interface is just subliminal. The "LIVE" mode is just so easy to use, especially when im on stage with my band. Just select the sounds, list them in the order you want and you can scroll through them quickly and bam, your playing synths and eps at the same time. I love my G8 and its a lifetime keeper in my books. Go get yourself one.
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