Roland JUNO-DS88 Synthesizer Bundle

Description

A part of Roland’s recently updated JUNO family of workhorse synthesizers, latest-generation JUNO-DS88 offers many enhancements over previous generations: improved sound and response for acoustic and electric piano sounds, additional organ sounds, Phrase pads, vocal effects and waveform expansion capability via USAB for unlimited tonal range. The unit’s piano sounds have a quality touch and playability that rivals Roland’s other, acclaimed digital pianos. Complete sound sets from other, similar synthesizers—such as the JUNO-Di—are also included, and patches from those keyboards are fully compatible with this model. This is the first model in the Juno series’ long history to feature weighted keys, employing Roland’s Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with progressive hammer action.

It also features nonstop operation, enhancing the creative flow, and enabling quick development of full arrangements. The sequencer is convenient for supporting live performances with pre-made backing music or on-the-fly looping. Despite its impressive onboard sound set, it’s even possible to load in WAV files from your personal library and play them from the keyboard, plus this impressive unit comes supplied with an all-star rock/pop EXP-06 Studio Collection sound bank.

It includes enhanced editing controls—another highlight—which allows players to dig in and customize with more adjustable parameters than ever before, providing them with the ability to tweak patches and performances with detailed precision. Furthermore, its front panel provides an expanded array of hands-on knobs and sliders for creating patches and adjusting sounds as you perform, while the rear panel features jacks for connecting hold and expression pedals at the same time.

If you happen to be a solo performer or singer/songwriter, you’re going to love the built-in mic input, which lets you get great vocal sounds with no need for additional gear to carry around. There’s a dedicated vocal reverb, plus Auto Pitch so you can sing with that “stepped” electronic vocal effect popular in today’s music. The onboard vocoder is big fun too, allowing you to sing into a mic and control the tone and pitch via sounds played on the keyboard.

It works great for computer music production as well, with its portability and versatility lending themselves nicely to teaching labs or other music education environments. The integrated USB interface provides a solid front end for a mobile or studio recording setup, allowing you to record MIDI and audio data, including sounds from the mic input. There’s even a DAW Control mode, enabling control over your music software from its front panel.

And it can be powered either using batteries or the AC power supply.

+PLUS+

This particular package includes a CB-B88 88-key keyboard bag. It offers excellent, stylish protection for your keyboard investment as you travel to make music around town. This bag is lightweight and durable, with a rugged exterior and thick internal padding which shield your instrument from bumps and bruises. Great for everyday use by performers and music creators who are on the go.

Includes

• JUNO-DS88 unit
• CB-B88 keyboard bag
• JUNO-DS88 Owner’s manual
• Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
• AC adapter
• Power cord

Features

• JUNO-DS88 Synthesizer:
  • 88-note Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with weighted-action feel in a lightweight design that’s easy to transport
  • Gig-ready instrument with pro sounds, enhanced performance features, battery-powered operation, and intuitive operation
  • Instant access to essential pro-quality sounds for band performance, from acoustic and electric pianos, organs, synths and other stage favorites
  • Wave expansion slot enables users to download new sound waveforms, available for free at Roland’s Axial website
  • Sample import function for playing user WAV files
  • Easy sound manipulation and editing with hands-on knobs and sliders
  • Eight Phrase Pads for triggering samples and audio songs stored on USB memory
  • Mic input and dedicated Reverb, Vocoder and Auto Pitch effects for impressive vocal performances
  • Intuitive 8-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas
  • USB audio/MIDI and DAW Control mode
  • JUNO-DS librarian is available for managing the onboard sounds from your computer
• CB-B88 Keyboard Bag:
  • Durable exterior materials
  • Fleece interior and thick foam padding
  • Padded nylon straps for carrying over the shoulder
  • Front pocket with zipper for storing music and accessories
  • Reinforced handle
  • Fits most 88-note synths and keyboard controllers

Specifications – JUNO-DS88

• Keyboard: 88 keys with weighted action
• Sound Generator:
  • Maximum Polyphony: 128 voices
  • Parts: 16 parts
• Preset Memory:
  • Patches: Over 1200
  • Drum kits: Over 30
  • Performances: 64
  • GM2-compatible sounds are included
• User Memory:
  • Patches: 256
  • Drum kits: 8
  • Performances: 128
  • Favorites: 100
  • Wave Expansion Slots: 1 slot
  • The wave expansion slot is rewritable internal waveform memory. You can download data from the Axial sound library site and write it via a USB flash drive into the JUNO-DS’s internal wave memory (slot).
• Sample Import Function
  • Audio File Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bits)
  • Effects:
  • Multi-effects: 3 systems, 80 types
  • Chorus: 3 types
  • Reverb: 5 types
  • Mic input reverb: 8 types
• Audio File Player Section
  • Audio File Formats: WAV, AIFF, MP3
• Others
  • Rhythm Pattern: Presets: 30 groups x 8
  • Arpeggio: Presets: 128
  • External Storage Device: USB flash drive (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed flash memory)
  • Connectors: PEDAL HOLD jack; PEDAL CONTROL jack; MIC INPUT jack: ¼” phone type; EXT INPUT jack: stereo miniature phone type; OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): ¼” phone type; PHONES jack: stereo ¼” phone type; MIDI connectors (IN, OUT); USB MEMORY port; USB COMPUTER port (supports USB MIDI/AUDIO); DC IN jack
  • Power Supply: DC 9 V: AC adapter or rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) (sold separately) – Note: Battery life for continuous use differs depending on the conditions of use); Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries: approximately 5 hours (when using batteries having a capacity of 1900 mAh) (approximately 4 hours if USB flash drive is connected); Note: Carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries cannot be used; Current Draw: 600 mA
• Physical:
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 55-3/4″ x 13-7/16″ x 5-11/16″ (1,415 x 341 x 144mm)
  • Weight (excluding AC adapter): 35 lbs., 12 oz. (16.2 kg)

Specifications – CB-B88

• Exterior: 600D polyester and ripstop nylon

• Interior Dimensions: 54″ x 14.5″ x 5″ (137 x 37 x 13cm)