Product Description

• The New Legend Cross-platform software synthesizer version of the SYSTEM-8. The Roland SYSTEM-8 is a synth powerhouse with three oscillators per voice
• multimode filtering
• myriad modulation opportunities
• and lush effects. It’s why professional touring artists and studio producers consider the SYSTEM-8 essential to their arsenals. Identical in sound to the hardware
• the SYSTEM-8 Software Synthesizer brings the flexible and evocative sound of this modern classic to your DAW.    Classically Trained  The SYSTEM-8 draws on Roland's deep history of synthesizer research and development
• with circuit-accurate models of classic Roland oscillators
• filters
• and effects. It includes legendary third-party oscillator types as well
• plus the famous JUPITER and JUNO filter designs for super-authentic vintage sounds.    Beyond Vintage  The SYSTEM-8 does modern sounds too
• with many flavors of digital and analog-style oscillators
• plus waveshapes like SuperSaw
• FM and more. In addition to classic filter models
• options include an all-new VCF along with more recent designs like the unique formant
• harmonic
• and side-band filters. This makes the SYSTEM-8 unparalleled in its versatility
• going from glass to growl—or pluck to punch—with just a few tweaks of its controls.    Hardware Integration  For synthesizer power users
• combining the Roland SYSTEM-8 software synthesizer with its hardware sibling is a potent pairing. Sound designers will love the ability to play and shape sounds with a velocity-sensitive keyboard and dedicated controls. Live performers will appreciate transferring patches to hardware and taking the stage computer-free.  Features Authentic recreation of the 1979 PROMARS monophonic synthesizer Part-by-part circuit modeling for vintage accuracy Dual VCOs and sub-oscillators per voice for fat unison tones Extended oscillator range and LFO with Random waveform Advanced tempo-synced arpeggiator Built-in modern effects: reverb
• bit-crusher
• and delay PLUG-OUT compatibility with SYSTEM-8
• SYSTEM-1
• and SYSTEM-1m hardware Cross-platform plug-in (VST
• AAX) for DAW use Transfer sounds between software and hardware seamlessly Use hardware as a tactile controller for the software version <iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="300" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1603864902&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe> 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 SYSTEM-8

The Roland SYSTEM-8 represents excellent craftsmanship in the Synth category.

Why Choose the Roland SYSTEM-8?

• •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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