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Best Roland General Synthesizers 2025

Premium Roland general synthesizers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Electronic For Pop For Rock For Ambient For Film Score For Sound Design
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Roland JD-Xi - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Roland JD-Xi

by Roland
Sound Design Rock Ambient
Key Feature:
• Often includes preset banks
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland JD-XiCrossover SynthesizerAnalog and digital synths plus drums in one keyboardKeyboard with 37 velocity...

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 356623
$659
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Roland Fantom-06 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Roland Fantom-06

by Roland
Rock Pop Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland Fantom-06Synthesizer Keyboard61 Lightly weighted velocity-sensitive keysSound Engines: ZEN-CoreSuperNATURAL...

⭐ 4.9/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 539715
$1,352
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Roland Jupiter-X - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Roland Jupiter-X

by Roland
Ambient Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Roland Jupiter-XDigital SynthesizerZEN-Core Sound Engine61 Lightly weight keysvelocity sensitive and with aftertouch4...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 485920
$2,749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland Juno-D8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Roland Juno-D8

by Roland
Electronic Film Score Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland Juno-D8SynthesizerWeighted 88-key keyboard with Ivory Feel (PHA-4 standard)128 Voice polyphony8 PartsZEN-Core...

⭐ 5.0/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 600081
$1,429
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Roland AX-Edge White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Roland AX-Edge White

by Roland
Electronic Rock Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Roland AX-Edge WhiteCloak Synthesizer with Sound Generation49 velocity-sensitivefull-size keys with aftertouchBluetooth...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 448727
$1,029
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Roland Fantom-08 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Roland Fantom-08

by Roland
Sound Design Pop Ambient
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Roland Fantom-08Synthesizer Keyboard88-Key PHA-4 standard keyboardvelocity sensitiveSound Engines: ZEN-CoreSuperNATURAL...

⭐ 4.4/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539717
$1,924
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Roland AX-Edge Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Roland AX-Edge Black

by Roland
Electronic Film Score Ambient
Key Feature:
• Often includes preset banks
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Roland AX-Edge BlackCloak Synthesizer with Sound Generation49 Velocity-sensitivefull-size keys with aftertouchBluetooth...

⭐ 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448725
$1,099
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Roland Fantom-07 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Roland Fantom-07

by Roland
Pop Electronic Ambient
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland Fantom-07Synthesizer Keyboard76 Lightly weighted velocity-sensitive keysSound Engines: ZEN-CoreSuperNATURAL...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 539716
$1,748
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Roland Juno-X - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Roland Juno-X

by Roland
Ambient Electronic Rock
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Roland Juno-XDigital SynthesizerZEN-Core Sound Engine61 Slightly weighted keysvelocity sensitive and with aftertouch4...

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 542455
$1,813
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland Fantom-8 EX - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Roland Fantom-8 EX

by Roland
Film Score Sound Design Electronic
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Roland Fantom-8 EXSynthesiser Workstation88-Key PHA-50 hammer-action keyboard (wood/plastic composite...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 589730
$4,256
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland AX-Edge Black Bag Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Roland AX-Edge Black Bag Bundle

by Roland
Rock Pop Electronic
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland AX-Edge Black Bag Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Roland AX-Edge Black*Cloak Synthesizer with Sound...

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 461455
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland Juno-D7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Roland Juno-D7

by Roland
Rock Ambient Electronic
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Roland Juno-D7Synthesizer76 Velocity-sensitive keys128 Voice polyphony8 PartsZEN-Core sound engine with more than 3800...

⭐ 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 600080
$1,143
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Roland GAIA 2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Roland GAIA 2

by Roland
Rock Sound Design Pop
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Roland GAIA 2Digital Synthesizer37 Key KeyboardMaximum Polyphony: 22 VoicesThree oscillators per voice: 1x wavetable...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 576443
$658
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland Juno-D6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Roland Juno-D6

by Roland
Film Score Sound Design Electronic
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland Juno-D6Synthesizer61 Velocity-sensitive keys128 Voice polyphony8 PartsZEN-Core sound engine with more than 3800...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 600079
$1,044
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland Fantom-7 EX - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Roland Fantom-7 EX

by Roland
Film Score Electronic Rock
Key Feature:
• Often includes preset banks
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Roland Fantom-7 EXSynthesiser Workstation76 Lightweighted keysvelocity sensitive and with aftertouchZEN-Core Sound...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 589729
$3,959
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best General Synthesizers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced general synthesizers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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