Everything you need to create and perform at the highest level, with interactive design and expansive I/O.
The Roland FANTOM-08 is an 88-key synthesizer workstation equipped with professional-grade features for sound design, composition and performance. Brought to you by Roland, a leader in electronic musical instruments, the FANTOM-08 combines authentic acoustic and electronic sounds with innovative synthesis technologies. Featuring a weighted keyboard, color touchscreen and hands-on controls derived from Roland's flagship workstations, the FANTOM-08 streamlines music creation for musicians of all levels. The Roland FANTOM-08 next-generation synthesizer, packed with everything you need to compose, produce and perform without limits.
ZEN-Core Synthesis System Provides Endless Sound Possibilities
At the heart of the FANTOM-08 is Roland's advanced ZEN-Core sound engine, offering a fusion of digital, analog and sampling technologies for modern and vintage synth tones. With thousands of presets and expansion packs available, you can craft classic analog synths, cinematic pads, dubstep wobbles and beyond. Two LFOs, four partials and 128 voices per tone provide modulation and layering options for evolving sounds. The FANTOM-08's synthesis capabilities are a sound designer's dream.Authentic Acoustic Sounds Through SuperNATURAL Technology
Roland's SuperNATURAL technology powers the FANTOM-08's acoustic instrument sounds with unparalleled realism and playability. The all-new SuperNATURAL pianos feature modeled resonance, hammer noise and key-off simulation for a truly organic grand piano experience. An evolved Virtual Tone Wheel organ engine provides harmonic bars, percussion and rotary effects for classic organ performance. From pianos and organs to brass and strings, SuperNATURAL technology ensures acoustic sounds that sing.Streamlined Workflow for Rapid Composition
The FANTOM-08 features an intuitive interface with creative tools tailored for modern music production. Scenes contain settings for all 16 layers, plus effects and patterns, which can be triggered with the touch of a button. A clip-based sequencer allows for loop recording and launching, ideal for constructing songs section by section. The color touchscreen, high-resolution controllers and dedicated synth section provide hands-on control of the FANTOM-08's extensive capabilities. With its seamless integration into DAWs and plug-ins, the FANTOM-08 facilitates an uninterrupted creative process from start to finish.Robust Connectivity for Studio and Stage
Equipped with a built-in 4x32 USB audio interface, the FANTOM-08 provides high-resolution recording and playback in any setup. It features two balanced outputs, MIDI In/Out, three pedal inputs and a mic input with vocal effects for live performance. USB ports offer MIDI control of software and connectivity with USB drives. No matter the application, the FANTOM-08 delivers professional connectivity and control.Specifications
Keyboard
- 88 Keys (PHA-4 standard keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel)
- TONE
- ZEN-Core
- SuperNATURAL Acoustic
- SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano (EXSN01/03 preload)
- SuperNATURAL Electric Piano (EXSN02 preload)
- VTW Organ (Only ZONE2)
- Various MODEL sound generators (require adding EXM Series)
- *ZEN-Core Tones and Model Tones can import and export.
- *Backup file has compatibility with FANTOM-6/7/8, but it can read the enabled features only.
- EXZ Series
- EXSN Series
- EXM Series
- *The expansion are rewritable internal sound generator memory—you can download data from the Roland Cloud and write it via a USB flash drive into the FANTOM's internal memory
- 16 zones (Internal + External)
- 128 scenes x 4 banks
- *The Scenes can import and export
- At least 3,500 tones
- At least 90 drum kits
- 8 zones
- *When "Scene Remain Switch" enabled; Tone Remain does not apply to VTW Organ sounds
- Rating system: 4 steps (0-3)
- one Search/Scene Search
- Rating, Character
- Multi-effects: 16 systems, 90 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: 1 system, 90 types
- Chorus: 9 types
- Reverb: 7 types
- Master compressor
- Input reverb: 7 types
- Input EQ: 1 system
- Band: 13, 20, 32
- Type: Mono, stereo
- Preset setting: 10
- User setting: 20
- Chain: 16 Scenes x 32 Pages (Total 512 Scenes) per 1 Chain set
- Set: 100
- Marker: 36 (0-9, A-Z, a-z) per 1 Chain Set
- MIDI tracks: 16
- Group: 16
- Pattern: 8 (per each track)
- Pattern length: 32 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.
- Keyboard Multisample
- Format: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48kHz, WAV/AIFF
- Number of samples: 2,048
- Number of multisamples: 128
- Sampling time: The maximum is 2 minutes 44 seconds (1 sample)
- *A total of approximately 256MB (share with Expansion titles)
- *Keyboard Multisample can import and export as ZEN-Core Tone
- Format: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48kHz, 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 660MB)
- *A total of approximately 2GB (including imported WAV files)
- *When you use the PAD samples as KBD Wave, then you have to manipulation it
- Size: 2GB
- Rhythm Pattern
- Arpeggiator
- Chord Memory
- Motional Pad
- 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
- Pitch bend/modulation lever
- Assignable switch x2 (S1/S2)
- Control knob x8
- Slider x8
- Wheel x2
- Function knob x6
- Sound modified knob x2
- 4x4 pad
- *1,024 step editing support
- It can be use with Cutoff, Resonance.
- Graphic type, 5.5" (1,280 x 720 dots), backlit LCD (color touchscreen, screensaver, wallpaper support)
- Headphones jack: Stereo 1/4" phone type
- MAIN OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4" TRS type)
- SUB OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4" phone type)
- SUB OUT STEREO (PHONES) jacks: Stereo miniature phone type PHONES support
- Mic input jacks: 1/4" TRS type
- Line input jacks: (L/MONO,R) (1/4" phone type)
- FOOT PEDAL jacks(HOLD, CTRL1, CTRL2)
- MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)
- USB MEMORY port
- USB COMPUTER port (AUDIO/MIDI)
- External device port: 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
- Max 24-bit/96kHz
- Record 16 stereo channel
- Playback 2 stereo channel
- USB flash drive (sold separately)
- AC adaptor
- 1,300mAh
- 54-7/8" x 13-15/16" x 5-7/16"
- 32 lb. 11 oz.
- Owner’s manual
- AC adaptor
- Keyboard stand: KS-G8B, KS-10Z, KS-12, KS-20X
- Pedal switch: DP series, RPU-3
- Expression pedal: EV-5
- USB flash drive
Features
- Sounds and features inherited from the flagship FANTOM series
- Seamless workflow with no confusing modes
- Light and durable molded body design for easy transport
- Play and produce with thousands of electronic and acoustic sounds powered by Roland's advanced ZEN-Core and SuperNATURAL technologies
- SuperNATURAL pianos with authentic acoustic grand sound and response
- Virtual ToneWheel Organ with harmonic bar control and quick-fire playability
- Deep onboard sampling features
- Scenes contain settings for all 16 layers, plus effects and patterns
- Clip-based sequencing with instant pattern recording and triggering
- TR-REC sequencer inspired by classic Roland drum machines
- Color touchscreen, high-resolution knobs, sliders, RGB performance pads and dedicated synth control section
- Pitch/mod lever and illuminated pitch and mod wheels
- Massive DSP power for plenty of polyphony and smooth sound transitions
- 4x32 USB audio interface and native integration with Logic Pro, MainStage and Ableton Live
- Mic input and powerful onboard vocoder
- Support for Model Expansions, Sound Packs, Sample Packs and more from Roland Cloud
- Compatible with FANTOM Scenes that use ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL and Virtual ToneWheel Organ sounds
- Custom 88-note keyboard with weighted action