Roland Jupiter-X
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Roland
Jupiter-X
Product Info
Article Number:
485920
Brand:
Roland
Model:
Jupiter-X
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$2,748.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Jupiter-X is a powerhouse for modern music production and stage performance. Its blend of classic Roland sounds with the flexibility of the ZEN-Core engine makes it a real creative hub – ideal for producers and keyboardists who want a broad palette of sounds in a relatively portable package. It's a significant investment, but the sonic possibilities are vast.
Product Description
- Roland Jupiter-X
- Digital Synthesizer
- ZEN-Core Sound Engine
- 61 Lightly weight keys
- velocity sensitive and with aftertouch
- 4 Synthesizer parts and 1 rhythm part
- Emulation of the Jupiter-8
- Juno-106 and SH-101 synthesizers selectable per par
- Rhythm part provides emulations of the TR-808
- TR-909
- TR-707 and CR-78 drum machines
- Pitch / mod lever and two assignable modulation wheels
- Intelligent I-arpeggiator per part
- Effects: EQ
- overdrive and multi-effects for each part (90 different effect types)
- Master effects: compressor
- reverb
- delay
- chorus
- More than 4000 preset sounds and more than 90 drum kits
- Graphic display (128 x 64 pixels)
- Speaker: 2 x 4 Watts
- Bluetooth 4.2
- Built-in USB audio/MIDI interface
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1090 x 447 x 119 mm
- Weight: 16.9 kg
- Suitable case: Art. #497704# (not included)
- *Connections*
- Stereo output: XLR
- Stereo output: 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- Microphone input: XLR/TRS combo connector
- Stereo Aux-in: 3.5 mm jack
- Pedal and foot switch input: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI in/out
- USB B port for computer connection
- USB-A port for storage devices
PROS
- • ZEN-Core engine delivers exceptionally versatile and modern soundscapes
- • Excellent emulation of classic Roland synths like the Juno-106 and Jupiter-8
- • The rhythm section provides a surprisingly authentic TR-808/909 feel
- • Aftertouch adds expressive nuance, elevating live performance potential
CONS
- • 61-key action, while lightweight, lacks the feel of a fully weighted piano
- • The graphic display is somewhat basic and could benefit from higher resolution
- • ZEN-Core engine, while powerful, has a learning curve for new users
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
61
Key Type
Velocity-sensitive with Aftertouch
Synthesis Type
Digital (ZEN-Core)
Polyphony
Unknown - ZEN-Core typically supports 16 voices, but part configuration impacts this.
Effects
90 effect types per part, master compressor/EQ/reverb/delay/chorus
Connections
USB audio/MIDI interface, Bluetooth 4.2, likely multiple analog outputs (check full spec sheet)
Weight
16.9 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The aftertouch is digital, so it’s not quite the same organic feel as some vintage synths, but Roland has done a good job of making it responsive and expressive for nuanced control.
While it lacks direct Eurorack connectivity, the USB MIDI and multiple outputs allow for extensive patching and control via external modules.
ZEN-Core has its own unique architecture, so there's a learning curve even for experienced digital synth users; however, Roland’s tutorials and presets provide a good starting point.
