Roland Fantom-06
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Roland
Fantom-06
Product Info
Article Number:
539715
Brand:
Roland
Model:
Fantom-06
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$1,351.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Fantom-06 is a seriously capable and portable synthesizer, ideal for songwriters, producers, and gigging musicians who want a wide palette of sounds in a relatively compact package. The ZEN-Core engine is a powerhouse, and the SuperNATURAL pianos are surprisingly expressive. It's a great entry point to the Roland Fantom ecosystem.
Product Description
- Roland Fantom-06
- Synthesizer Keyboard
- 61 Lightly weighted velocity-sensitive keys
- Sound Engines: ZEN-Core
- SuperNATURAL Acoustic
- SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano
- SuperNATURAL Electric Piano
- VTW Organ (ZONE2 only)
- 256 Voices
- Expandable with Roland EXZ
- EXSN and EXM Expansions
- More than 3500 preset sounds and more than 90 drum kits
- Storage for 128 Scenes (x4 banks)
- 16 Parts
- each with up to 4 sound layers
- Effects: EQ and Multiefekt per part
- 2 insert effects
- 6 drum part compressors
- master compressor
- master EQ
- 90 Different effect types
- Stereo 32-band vocoder
- 8-Voice pad sampler (16 pads x 4 banks) with max. 60 minutes sample time
- Sequencer: 16 MIDI tracks with real-time and step recording as well as TR drum programming
- Rhythm pattern
- arpeggiator and chord memory function
- 5.5" Colour touch screen
- 8 Encoders and 8 faders allow real-time control over sounds
- mixers and effects
- 32x4 USB audio interface (24 bit / 96 kHz)
- AIRA Link support (via Roland MX-1)
- Roland Cloud Manager support
- Native integration of Logic Pro
- MainStage and AbletonLive
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1006 x 323 x 95 mm
- Weight: 6.0 kg
- Incl. external power supply unit (PSB-5U
- 12V DC)
*Connections:*
- Main Out: 6.3 mm jack
- balanced
- 2x Sub Out: 6.3 mm jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm and 3.5 mm jack
- 3x Inputs for pedals and footswitches: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In / Out
- 1x Mic and 2x line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2x USB-A port for external devices and storage media
- USB-B port for computer connection
PROS
- • ZEN-Core engine delivers modern, versatile soundscapes.
- • SuperNATURAL pianos offer remarkably realistic acoustic feel.
- • Extensive effects suite allows for deep sonic sculpting.
- • Compact design and portability make it gig-ready.
CONS
- • Lightly weighted keys lack the feel of a professional action.
- • ZEN-Core engine can be complex, with a steeper learning curve.
- • Limited polyphony compared to higher-end workstations.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
61
Key Type
Lightly Weighted, Velocity-Sensitive
Synthesis Type
ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL (Acoustic, Electric Piano, Organ)
Polyphony
256 Voices
Effects
EQ, Multiefx per part, 2 Inserts, Drum Compressors, Master Compressor, Master EQ, 90 Effect Types, Vocoder
Connections
USB, MIDI In/Out, Audio In/Out, Foot Pedal Inputs, Sustain Pedal Input
Weight
Approximately 13.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably lighter and less nuanced than a weighted action, more akin to a beginner keyboard, but still responsive for synth playing.
The Fantom-06 is primarily focused on its internal sounds, and direct VST plugin support isn't offered; however, it can act as a MIDI controller.
While 16 parts is respectable, more demanding productions might find it restrictive compared to higher-end workstations with greater routing capabilities.
