Roland Fantom-7 EX
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Roland
Fantom-7 EX
Product Info
Article Number:
589729
Brand:
Roland
Model:
Fantom-7 EX
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$3,958.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Fantom-7 EX is a powerhouse workstation – a real grab-bag of Roland's best sounds and engines. It's ideal for producers, composers, and keyboardists who need a ton of sonic options and don’t mind a bit of a learning curve to unlock its full potential. It’s a serious tool for creating complex, layered arrangements.
Product Description
- Roland Fantom-7 EX
- Synthesiser Workstation
- 76 Lightweighted keys
- velocity sensitive and with aftertouch
- ZEN-Core Sound Engine with 256 voices and pre-installed JD-800 Model Expansion
- V-Piano and SuperNATURAL Sound Engine with new expansions such as German Concert V-Piano and SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3
- ACB Sound Engine with pre-installed JUPITER-8 and SH-101 Model Expansion
- n/zyme Sound Engine more than 3500 preset sounds and more than 90 drum kits
- Multisampling with up to 352 samples per tone
- Memory for 128 scenes (x4 banks)
- 16 Parts
- up to 4 sound layers each
- Effects: EQ and multi-effect per part
- 2 insert effects
- 6 drum part compressors
- master compressor
- master EQ
- 90 Different effect types
- Stereo 32-band vocoder
- Eight-voice pad sampler (16 pads x 4 banks)
- Freely assignable stereo analogue filter (3 x low-pass
- band-pass
- high-pass) with drive stage
- Sequencer: 16 MIDI tracks with real-time and step recording as well as TR drum programming
- Rhythm pattern
- arpeggiator and chord memory function
- 7" Colour touchscreen
- Eight encoders and eight faders with LED status indicators allow real-time control over sounds
- mixers and effects
- Real-time access to the most important synthesis parameters via illuminated rotary knobs and status buttons
- ZEN-Core tone import and export
- Roland Cloud Manager support
- AIRA Link support
- Integration of analogue synthesisers and modular systems via 2 CV/gate outputs (3.5 mm jack)
- USB audio interface
- 24 bit / 48 kHz (6 inputs
- 32 outputs)
- Integration of Apple Logic and Mainstage via Smart Controls
- Connection of Roland Aira and Boutique devices via USB (power supply and MIDI data)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1296 x 403 x 106 mm
- Weight: 17.7 kg
- Includes power cable and operating instructions
- *Connections: *
- Main out: XLR and 6.3 mm jack
- 4 x Sub out: 6.3 mm jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- 4 Inputs for pedals and footswitches: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In / Out 1 / Out 2 (Thru)
- 2 x Mic/line inputs (XLR/TRS combo socket
- 48 V phantom power)
- 3 x External device: USB-A
- USB B port for computer connection
- USB-A port for storage devices
PROS
- • ZEN-Core engine delivers immense sonic flexibility and modern sounds.
- • ACB accurately recreates classic Roland synth character and warmth.
- • Excellent keybed with aftertouch provides expressive performance capabilities.
- • Versatile sampling and vocoder offer unique creative possibilities.
CONS
- • 76 keys are lighter, sacrificing some premium piano feel and stability.
- • The sheer number of engines can be overwhelming for beginners to master.
- • The size and weight make it less portable than smaller workstations.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
76
Key Type
Lightweighted, Velocity Sensitive, Aftertouch
Synthesis Type
ZEN-Core, ACB, n-zyme, SuperNATURAL, V-Piano, Multisampling
Polyphony
256 voices
Effects
EQ, Multi-effects (90 types), Compressor, Vocoder
Connections
Multiple audio outputs, MIDI in/out, USB, Ethernet
Weight
28.7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
While responsive and velocity-sensitive, the lighter action isn't a direct substitute for a fully weighted, graded hammer action piano, but it’s a significant improvement over basic synth keys.
Absolutely, it’s designed for modern workflows with robust USB MIDI and audio connectivity, making integration seamless.
Roland's ACB technology aims for high fidelity, capturing the nuances of the JD-800's filter and oscillator character, but it's an emulation – not a direct hardware clone.
