Roland JV-1080

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Roland JV-1080

Roland

JV-1080

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Product Info

Brand: Roland
Model: JV-1080
Category: Synth
Price: $138.05

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Product Description

  • PCM Heaven  Classic Roland rack synth in a plug-in for your DAW Released in 1994 and packed with iconic strings
  • evocative ethnic instruments
  • retro stabs
  • and many more sounds
  • the JV-1080 is both a ‘90s icon and a powerful contemporary synthesizer.    The New Digital  By the early ‘90s
  • digital synthesizers had completely taken over the market
  • and rack units had become popular in studios and on stages alike. Thanks to advancements in digital technology
  • Roland began to pack a seemingly impossible amount of sounds into a single unit. And by utilizing optional PCM sound cards
  • users could expand their units with specialized sound sets.     The Sound of the ‘90s  Throughout the ‘90s
  • the JV-1080 helped fuel the sounds of R&B
  • hip hop
  • and rock
  • and was regularly heard in film and TV scores. Originally designed to mimic acoustic instruments
  • many of these sounds became so widespread they’re now part of our collective musical vocabulary. Some say it’s the most recorded sound module in history
  • and modern artists are still using these sounds in new and creative ways.    Plug In Your Own JV-1080  The JV-1080 Software Synthesizer has the look
  • feel
  • and factory patches of the original
  • along with expanded effects
  • additional waveforms
  • and increased polyphony.  Features Over 1000 total waveforms
  • including the original 448   The 40 original MFX types expanded to 78 with additional reverb and chorus algorithms  Double the polyphony of the original  Two additional time-variant
  • low-pass filters  Step LFO  Enhanced matrix control functions  Full graphical control of parameters
  • making tone-crafting feel new and exciting  System Requirements Operating System: Windows: Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11.  macOS: macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.  Other: An internet connection is required for installing and activating Roland Cloud software.  A compatible DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) or plugin host that supports VST
  • or AAX formats.  For certain products like the SYSTEM-8
  • specific drivers may be needed. 

Additional Information

About the Roland JV-1080

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Why Choose the Roland JV-1080?

  • Authentic Roland craftsmanship and design
  • Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
  • Professional build quality and reliable performance
  • Part of Roland's respected Synth lineup

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