Roland JUNO-D8 Workstation Synthesizer  

Roland JUNO-D8 Workstation Synthesizer

The new Roland JUNO-D8 88-key weighted-key workstation synthesizer brings the incredible capabilities of the ZEN-Core engine to a compact, stage-ready synthesizer. With over 3,800 high-quality sounds, unprecedented expansion capabilities, and a fast workflow, it's the complete package for the gigging keyboardist on a budget.

Hardware

The Roland JUNO-D8 follows the well-known JUNO-D8S series: one of the most popular synthesizer series of the last 10 years. Due to its popularity, a number of recognizable features have returned to the JUNO-D8. First of all, the option to use it without an adapter has remained. Previously, this was possible by using 8 AA batteries, but with this new series you can simply connect a Power bank via USB-C and use it to power the JUNO-D8! The number of (rotary) knobs and sliders for quick adjustments have also returned, as have the red/blue accents on the housing. It has also remained light and compact, making it ideal for the touring keyboardist!

Roland has added a beautiful color display to the new JUNO-D8, making it easy to see which preset or setting you are in. In addition, the beloved phrase pads are back, making it just as easy to sample and create sequences as before.

ZEN Core

One of the most important features of the new Roland JUNO D is that it now features Roland's highly acclaimed ZEN Core engine. This is Roland's latest sound engine, and is known for its excellent pianos, e. pianos, organs, strings, synthesizers and more! The cool thing about the new ZEN core is that all sounds are interchangeable between Roland instruments. If you know someone with a Roland ZEN core instrument, you can share your presets with each other!

Sequencer, connections and more

Other notable features of the Roland JUNO-D8 is that it has an 8-pattern sequencer with which you can easily create and save beats. In addition, you can easily record everything in your home studio thanks to the internal USB sound card, directly to your computer! Of course, it has a line-out, line-in and headphone connection. As an extra convenience, Roland has also added a microphone connection to the JUNO-D8. Ideal for performances! In short, the Roland JUNO-D8 is a very complete workstation synthesizer that, in addition to its small price and small size, certainly has great possibilities!