Roland Jupiter X Synthesizer

The new Roland Jupiter X synthesizer is one of the most exciting hardware synths to be announced in recent years. This is a true flagship instrument which oozes build quality in every area - from the 61 key premium keyboard to the smooth and accurate knobs & sliders. The new Roland Jupiter X is an instrument worthy of sporting the same same as the original Jupiter 4, 6 and 8 models first released in the 1980s.

Of course, it's not just about build-quality - a new synth has to sound awesome, so read on to find out what makes the Roland Jupiter X so special..........

The Jupiter X is a five-part multi-timbral synthesizer. What sets the Jupiter X apart from other synths on the market is that it's possible to load four different accurately modelled vintage or sample-based synths into the memory at one time (plus a drum part). Each of these synths is treated as a completely discreet instrument and all the panel knobs/sliders can be used to control each part independently. In short, the Jupiter X has the potential to layer up a sample-based synth, Jupiter 8, Juno 106, SH101 at the same time. Or, if you want a really MASSIVE sound, why not layer four Jupiter 8's together - something which has until now, not been possible with hardware-based synthesizer keyboards.

If you already own a keyboard (or some keyboards!) which you would like to upgrade to the new Jupiter X then please email details of what you have to partex@bonnersmusic.co.uk. It is helpful if you could attach some photos to your email. We'll get right back to you with a part exchange valuation. We offer great part exchange values and it saves you the inconvenience of selling your instrument on the private market.

The next-generation sound engine found in the Jupiter X allows players to delve into the 'back catalogue' of landmark Roland Synthesizers and morph them together to create totally unique sound textures. Nothing has ever sounded like this and we are so excited about the possibilities of sound creation that the Jupiter X will offer.

Here are some of the historic Roland Synths which are accurately modelled in the Jupiter X - all of which are available to be morphed and layered together:

JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, SH-101, XV-5080, RD pianos, Roland drum machine sounds including those found in the TR-808, TR-909, TR-707, CR-78, plus more.

JUPITER-X’s cutting-edge I-Arpeggio feature uses artificial intelligence to accompany user performances and inspire new musical ideas. I-Arpeggio takes player-created notes, rhythms, and phrases and uses them to develop complementary drum parts, basslines, chords, and arpeggiated lines in real-time. It works on each of JUPITER-X’s five parts simultaneously, and generated patterns can be customized and even exported to a DAW.

Built for on-the-spot music creation, JUPITER-X features an informative display and an array of large, comfortable knobs, sliders, and buttons. And with the dedicated effects section and quick switching between synth layers, the user can immediately take control of any aspect of a sound. This kind of natural, hands-on control gives players the feeling of reaching in, touching the sound, and instantly shaping it to suit the moment.

JUPITER-X’s sound structure includes five parts: four for synths and one for drums. Its engine can power multiple authentic Roland classics like the JX-8P or JUPITER-8 with enough polyphony to create thick layers and complex backing parts. With so much polyphony on hand, users can freely create layered sounds, splits, and backing parts without limiting complex chords or musical ideas.

• Sound Generator: ZEN-Core
• Parts: 5 parts (Play part: 4, Rhythm part: 1)
• Tones: Preset tone: over 4,000 / User tone: 256 / Drum Kit: over 90
• Scene Memories: 256
• Bluetooth: Ver 4.2
• Display: Graphic LCD 128 x 64 dots
• External Memory: USB Flash drive (sold separately)

• Multi-Effects: 90 types
• Part EQ
• Overdrive
• Reverb: 7 types
• Chorus: 4 types
• Delay: 5 types
• Mic NS / Comp
• Master EQ / Comp

• I-ARPEGGIO (Multi parts arpeggiator with playing detection)
• Arpeggio Parts: 5 parts

• Pitch Bend Wheel
• Modulation Wheel
• Assignable Slider x 2
• Assignable Switch x 3

• HEADPHONES JACK
• MAIN OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type
• MAIN OUT jacks (L, R): XLR type
• MIC INPUT jack: 1/4 inch phone type/XLR type
• AUX INPUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type
• HOLD PEDAL jack
• CONTROL PEDAL jack
• MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)
• USB COMPUTER port (AUDIO/MIDI)
• USB MEMORY port

Roland Jupiter X-61 Dimensions & Weight:

• Width 1090 / Depth 447 / Height 119mm
• Weight 16.9 kg