Jupiter-8 Sound in a Compact, Portable Module! The legendary JUPITER-8 synth is back as a limited-edition module no bigger than a book. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control and that iconic JUPITER sound. With an array of 36 knobs and sliders from the original JUPITER-8 front panel, the 4-voice JP-08 is highly programmable and encourages sonic experimentation, especially with the built-in speaker and battery operation. Using Roland’s acclaimed Analog Circuit Behaviour (ACB) technology the JP-08 faithfully reproduces the original JUPITER-8 sounds and adds a few new twists in the form of extra LFOs and expanded VCO range. You can even slide the JP-08 into the optional K-25m keyboard unit for a self-contained, go-anywhere synth experience. Roland's Jupiter-8 synthesizer is back, in the JP-08 sound module. Part of Roland's Boutique Series of synth modules, the JP-08 uses Roland's Analog Circuit Behavior modeling to faithfully re-create the tone and sound-design potential of one of the world's most iconic synthesizers. There are some welcome enhancements, such as more LFO waveforms and expanded VCO range. You get ample hands-on control, a built-in 16-step sequencer, and true portability. Best of all, the Roland JP-08 four-voice synth module sounds as huge as the original Jupiter-8 did.

This Roland JP-08 is in as new condition, almost never used.

The JUPITER-8 was a big synth in every way, physically imposing with loads of knobs and sliders, and most importantly, a huge sound. The JP-08 retains the big sound of the JUPITER-8 but shrinks everything else – including the price – into a module measuring under 12” across.

With such an expressive sound engine, you’ll want to shape the sounds to match your mood. With 36 of the original parameters accessible from the front panel, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control, and even users of the JUPITER-8 will quickly feel at home as the user interface and programming ‘feel’ is highly reminiscent of the original.

Even though the JP-08 is an authentic recreation of the JUPITER-8, we also included a few extras. The JP-08 adds several new waveforms to the original architecture, including TRI and NOISE for the LFO and SIN for VCO-1, and both VCOs have an expanded range for even more sound shaping potential.

The onboard 16-step sequencer is a sonic scratchpad that lets you try out new ideas without bringing lots of gear – it can even be used without a keyboard. And if there’s no keyboard connected, the ribbon controller lets you preview the sound, making it an ideal way to program patches quickly and easily.

One of the great features of the original JUPITER-8 was its ability to create huge pads, splits and layers using its 8 voices of polyphony. The JP-08 features a chain mode that allows you to connect two JP-08 modules using the MIDI ports and create one, 8-voice synthesizer, just like the original. Adding additional modules adds another 4 voices of polyphony with each module. This is especially great when controlling the JP-08 from a larger external keyboard. You can even edit the sound from the master module and control both units. Great for realtime filter sweeps and LFO effects.

The Roland JP-08 expands the capabilities of its predecessor by giving you more LFO options. In addition to sine, saw, square, and random waveforms, you now have triangle and noise waveforms too. VCO 1 now has sine and noise waveforms as well as the original triangle, saw, square, and pulse.

The four-voice JP-08 module can re-create the full eight-voice glory of the original Jupiter by chaining two of them together. Even better, in chain mode you can control sound parameters for both modules from the master module. That means you can sweep filters, manipulate LFOs, and tweak other parameters across both modules without having to try to turn multiple knobs simultaneously.

You don't need an external sequencer or keyboard to have fun with the Roland JP-08 synth module. It packs a 16-step sequencer, which allows you to save up to 16 patterns. And because you can power it with four AA batteries, and it has a built-in speaker, you can sketch out song ideas anywhere.

If you want to turn the JP-08 module into a complete keyboard synth, just connect it to Roland's K-25m keyboard dock (sold separately). The K-25m is made specifically for Roland's Boutique Series of synth modules, and offers 25 velocity-sensitive keys.

Features:

* Ultra-compact recreation of the iconic JUPITER-8 synthesizer

* Retains the feel, sound, character and user interface of the original

* 36 of the original synth parameters controllable from the front panel

* Adds several additions not found on the original JUPITER-8, including extra waveforms, expanded VCO range

* Chain mode allows two JP-08 to function as one 8-voice module

* Highly portable for mobile music making

* High-quality construction with metal front panel

* Dual ribbon controllers for pitch bend, modulation, and sound preview

* Battery-operated (4xAA) or USB powered

* Can be used as a 24 bit / 44.1 kHz stereo IN/OUT USB audio interface

* Built-in 0.5W mini-speaker for instant enjoyment

* 36 knobs and sliders for hands-on sound creation

* Enhanced with more LFO waveforms and VCO range

* Create huge eight-voice sounds by chaining two modules together

* Portable music production with 16-step, 16-pattern step sequencer

* 36 knobs and sliders for hands-on sound creation

* Fans of the original Jupiter-8 will feel right at home with the Roland JP-08 module. An array of knobs and sliders gives you immediate access to all the parameters you need to create huge pads, leads, and basses. Touch strips for pitch bend and modulation complete this compact module's ample control set.

* Compact, portable synth module based on the iconic Jupiter-8 synthesizer

* Uses Roland's Analog Circuit Behavior modeling to re-create the character of the original Jupiter

* Ample hands-on control with 36 knobs and sliders

* Includes extra waveforms and VCO range not found on the original Jupiter

* Combine with Roland's K-25m keyboard dock for a complete mini synth (sold separately)

* Product Dimensions: 14 x 7 x 2.9 inches

* Shipping Weight: 4 pounds

Sound on Sound Review:

https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/roland-boutique-jp08-jx03-ju06

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