The official virtual digital synthesizer, Roland "JD-800," a faithful reproduction of the groundbreaking Roland JD-800 digital synthesizer released in 1991, is now 50% off at an overwhelmingly low price of $74.
The official virtual digital synthesizer, Roland "JD-800," a faithful reproduction of the groundbreaking Roland JD-800 digital synthesizer released in 1991, is now 50% off at an overwhelmingly low price of $74.
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Authentic Roland Emulation
In 1991, Roland released the JD-800. This advanced digital synthesizer boasted a wealth of controls and brilliant, complex sounds. This instrument was quickly adopted for classic albums and numerous film and television scores, and remains highly popular to this day. Thanks to Roland's advanced modeling engine incorporating original waveform data, the unique sound and experience of this vintage digital synthesizer can now be realized in modern software instruments.
The Revival of Hands-On Synths
In the early 1990s, the market was dominated by digital synthesizers that were preset-centric and had limited operability. In 1991, the JD-800 arrived, and the landscape changed dramatically. With its extensive control panel and overtly electronic sound palette, the JD-800 brought the synthesizer back to its roots. With its player-centric workflow, emotionally rich sounds, and powerful effects, the JD-800 remained a favorite among top electronic music producers throughout the 1990s and beyond.
A Different Kind of Synthesizer
Utilizing D-50-style waveforms and a multimode resonant filter, the JD-800 took a unique approach, setting it apart from other synthesizers of the time and offering a glimpse into the exciting future of hybrid synthesis. Each of its four layers features flexible modulation routing and time-variable amp/filter envelopes, functioning almost like an independent synthesizer. This unique architecture, complex timbres, and readily usable hands-on experience have made it beloved by many hardcore synth enthusiasts over the years.
Authentic JD-800 Sound and Operation
The JD-800 software synthesizer is meticulously crafted by Roland to deliver the exact same sound and operation as the original hardware. Rather than simply combining JD-800 samples, Roland utilizes original waveform data and advanced modeling technology to perfectly recreate the powerful, bright, and expansive sound unique to the JD-800.
Special Effects
One of the key elements of the JD-800 sound was its powerful multi-stage effects section. This effects section is faithfully reproduced in the JD-800 and enhanced with an expanded view ideal for real-time fine-tuning. In addition to a master EQ, it features seven effects that can be rearranged via drag-and-drop to customize the signal flow. Choose from distortion/overdrive, enhancer, spectrum equalizer, phaser, chorus, triple-tap delay, and a selection of reverbs, each with multiple parameters that significantly alter the character of the sound.
With its extensive sound selection, you can start creating instantly. The rich sound library, including 64 original JD-800 hardware presets, will transport you back to the 90s. Furthermore, 64 meticulously crafted new presets have been added, demonstrating how the JD-800 can produce exciting and inspiring sounds in today's music scene. You can also leverage a vast array of controls to create unprecedented sounds and make your tracks stand out.
A completely modern software instrument
The JD-800 delivers the exact same sound as the vintage instrument, but with the latest plugins designed for modern creative environments. Its ultra-realistic interface is resizable to high-resolution screens, and VST3, AU, and AAX formats ensure compatibility with major DAWs. The sound is powerful yet low on CPU load, and multiple instances can run with high polyphony. Furthermore, it natively supports Apple Silicon, delivering top-level performance on the latest Macs.
Features
Authentic sound and operation with advanced modeling and original JD-800 waveforms
64 original JD-800 presets plus 64 new presets created by top sound designers
Detailed reproduction of the JD-800's two-stage multi-effects section, rearrangeable with drag-and-drop functionality
7 effects including Chorus, Phaser, Enhancer, Distortion, Spectrum, Delay, and Reverb
Detailed and realistic interface with resizable and alternative views
Extended polyphony and original hardware
VST3, AAX, AU (Apple Silicon compatible)
Sale ends 31th May. Many other products are also on sale.
