Roland Fantom 8 EX Synthesizer Keyboard
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$7,199.00 incl GST
Pre-order available
FANTOM 8 EX
FANTOM AMPLIFIED
Premier Roland synthesizer with the latest sound technologies, a free-flowing creative interface, and an 88-note keyboard with hammer action.
OVERVIEW
Introducing FANTOM EX, the most potent creative keyboard on the planet. The latest chapter in the FANTOM legacy supercharges Roland’s premier synth platform with next-level capabilities, offering multiple advanced sound engines, enhanced composition and performance tools, and superior playability.
Equipped with 88 hammer-action keys, FANTOM 8 EX includes every feature from its acclaimed predecessor and so much more. Updated with our most sophisticated technologies, this robust platform brings you a complete creative ecosystem for professional sound design, sequencing, and performance.
STANDARD FEATURES
- Roland’s premier synthesizer series, updated and enhanced with the latest technologies
- Powerful and intuitive user interface designed for free-flowing creativity
- Compose and perform with Roland’s most advanced sound engines: ACB, ZEN-Core, V-Piano, SuperNATURAL, Virtual ToneWheel, and more
- Over 7000 onboard sounds from the historic Roland library
- JUPITER-8, SH-101, and JX-3P ACB Expansions
- n/zyme, JD-800, JUNO-106, JUPITER-8, JX-8P, and SH-101 Model Expansions
- V-Piano engine with updated UI and preinstalled German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01
- SuperNATURAL piano engines and preinstalled SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion
- Virtual ToneWheel organs derived from the Roland VK series
- Massive effects library, including new studio-grade Shimmer Reverb and Modulation Reverb
- Master FX processor enhanced with ready-to-use presets and updated UI for Mastering Comp and Mastering EQ
- Stereo vocoder with 32 bands
- Professional sequencing tools with clip-based workflow, TR-REC step sequencer, piano-roll editing, and more
- Advanced sampling with one-shot playback, pitched keyboard assignment, and multisample support
- Large color touchscreen and ergonomic panel layout loaded with knobs, buttons, and sliders
- 16 RGB pads for trigging sounds, samples, and clips
- Comprehensive connectivity with multi-channel audio I/O, MIDI I/O, dual CV/gate outputs, USB, and more
- 16×3 audio/MIDI USB interface
- Dedicated software control modes for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, MainStage, Cubase, and Studio One
- Expand your creative range with ZEN-Core Sound Packs and Wave Expansions on Roland Cloud
- FANTOM EX Upgrade available to original FANTOM owners on Roland Cloud
- Premium 88-note weighted keyboard with hammer action and channel aftertouch
| FANTOM-8 EX | |
| Keyboard | 88 Keys (PHA-50 Wood and Plastic Hybrid Structure, with Escapement and Ebony/Ivory Feel, channel aftertouch) |
| Sound Generator | ZEN-Core, V-Piano Technology (Only ZONE1), ACB (Only ZONE1), VTW Organ (Only ZONE2), SuperNATURAL Acoustic, SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano, SuperNATURAL Electric Piano, Various MODEL sound generators |
| Expansion | EXZ Series, EXSN Series, EXM Series, ACB Series |
| Parts | 16 Zones (Internal + External) |
| Scenes | 128 Scenes x 4 Bank |
| Tones | Over 7,000 Tones, Over 90 Drum kits |
| Tone Remain | 16 zones (* Tone Remain does not apply to V-Piano, ACB, and VTW sounds.) |
| Favourite | Rating System: 4 Steps (0–3) |
| Tone Search / Scene Search | Rating, Character |
| Effects | Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 93 types, Part EQ: 16 systems, Drum Part COMP: 6 systems, Insertion Effect: 2 Systems, 90 Types (Serial, parallel connection selectable), TFX: 1 System, 90 Types, Input MFX: 2 Systems (in Parallel), 90 Types, Chorus: 9 types, Reverb: 7 types, Master Compressor, Master EQ, Input Reverb: 7 types, Input EQ: 2 Systems (in Parallel) |
| Analog Filter | STEREO, Type: LPF1/LPF2/LPF3/HPF/BPF/Bypass, Drive, Amp |
| Vocoder | Band: 13, 20, 32, Type: Mono, Stereo, Preset Setting: 10, User Setting: 20 |
| Scene Chain | Chain: 16 Scenes x 32 Pages (Total 512 Scenes) per 1 Chain set, Set: 100, Marker: 62 (0–9, A–Z, a–z) per 1 Chain Set |
| Sequencer | MIDI Tracks: 16, Group:16, Pattern: 8 (per each Track), Pattern Length: 64 measures, Recording Method: Realtime recording, Step recording, TR-REC, Editing Method: Piano roll edit (Touch Edit / Automation support), Microscope, Song: 1 (per Scene), File format: Original, SMF export/import supported (* PAD Sampler trigger data can be recorded.) |
| Sampler | -Keyboard Multisample: Format: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF, Number of Samples: 8,000, Number of Multisamples: 128, Sampling Time: The maximum is 2 minutes 44 second (1 Sample), * A total of approximately 2 GB (Share with Expansion titles), * Keyboard Multisample can import and export as ZEN-Core Tone. |
| -PAD Sampler: Format: 16-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF import supported, Maximum Polyphony: 8, Number of Samples: 16 Pads x 4 Banks, Sampling Time: The maximum is 60 minutes (the equivalent of approximately 660 MB). * A total of approximately 2 GB (including imported WAV files), When you use the PAD samples as KBD Wave, then you have to manipulate it. | |
| Internal Storage | Size: 2 GB |
| OTHER | Rhythm Pattern, Arpeggiator, Chord Memory, Motional Pad, PAD Mode (Sample Pad, Note Pad, Partial Sw/Sel, DAW Control, Zone Mute, Zone Solo, Kbd Sw Group, Rhythm Pattern, Pattern, Variation Play, Group Play), AIRA LINK (When connect to MX-1), CV/Gate Control: 2 x CV/Gate or 3 x CV/1 x Gate |
| Controllers | Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever *1, Assignable Switch x 2 (S1/S2), Control knob x 8, Slider x 8, USB Audio slider, Wheel x 2 *1, Function knob x 6, Sound Modified knob x 11 *1, 4 x 4 Pad (*1: 1024 step editing support, Sound Modified knob can be used with Cutoff, Resonance, Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release, Amp, FX Depth.) |
| Display | Graphic Type, 7″, Wide VGA (800 x 480 dots), backlit LCD (Color/Touch screen, Wallpaper support) |
| Connectors | Headphones jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type, MAIN OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4-inch phone type), MAIN OUT jacks (L, R) (XLR type), SUB OUT1 jacks (L, R) (1/4-inch phone type), SUB OUT2 jacks (L, R) (1/4-inch phone type), ANALOG FILTER OUT jacks (1,2) (1/4-inch phone type), Mic/Line Input jacks: (1,2) (1/4 inch phone type/XLR type), 2 x CV OUT, 2 x GATE OUT, FOOT PEDAL jacks (HOLD, CTRL1, CTRL2, CTRL3) * 1024 Step value support, MIDI connectors (IN, OUT1, OUT2/THRU) * High-resolution velocity data output support, USB MEMORY Port(USB A), USB COMPUTER Port (AUDIO/MIDI)(USB B), 3 x External Device Port(USB A): Roland A-49 or an A-PRO series MIDI Controller can be connected. * Operation is not guaranteed if a generic MIDI device is connected. |
| Audio Interface | Max 24 bit/96 KHz, Record 16 Stereo Channel, Playback 3 Stereo Channel |
| External Memory | USB Flash drive (sold separately) |
| Power Supply | AC 117-240 V 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 50 W |
| Dimensions | 1,432 (W) x 439 (D) x 153 (H) mm, 56-7/16 (W) x 17-5/16 (D) x 6-1/16 (H) inches |
| Weight | 27.7 kg, 61 lbs 2 oz |
| Accessories | Owner’s manual, Power Cord |
| Options (sold separately) | Keyboard Stand: KS-G8B, KS-11Z, KS-13, Pedal Switch: DP series, RPU-3, Expression Pedal: EV-5, USB Flash drive (*). * Use a commercially available USB flash drive. However, we cannot guarantee that all commercially available USB flash drives will work. |
Roland digital pianos and keyboards are covered by a 5 year manufacturer warranty.
Although we are not authorised to determine if any repair is covered under warranty, if the item was purchased through World of Music, then we are often the best people to facilitate the claim for you and will do so as timely as possible. Warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage or faults that are a result of user neglect. Although your mate is really handy with a soldering iron, any product modification or home repair will also result in a void warranty.
Quite often, something perceived as a fault is as simple as a faulty cable or power issue so we always suggest checking over Frequently Asked Questions on the manufacturer website first. It can be a helpful approach to getting to the bottom of a problem and save you a lot of time in getting your gear back up and running!
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