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Roland Fantom-G8 
88-key Sampling Synth Workstation with Advanced Sound Engine, ARX SuperNATURAL Expansion Bays, Large Graphic Interface, 128-track Sequencer, and Multi-FX


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Roland's Full-sized Flagship Sampling Synth Workstation!
The Roland Fantom-G8 88-key sampling synthesizer workstation represents Roland's most powerful live workstation ever. The Fantom-G8 features a full-sized weighted PHA II keyboard for incredibly natural feel and easy expression. a comprehensive set of buttons and sliders, combined with a large graphic user interface, gives you command over its incredibly powerful sound engine. The onboard audio/MIDI sequencer allows up to 128 tracks (including 24 audio), and you get an astounding set of audio effects. And an ARX SuperNATURAL expansion bay lets you take the G8 to an even higher level of performance!

Roland Fantom-G8 88-key Sampling Synthesizer Workstation at a Glance:
  • Advanced sound engine
  • Extra-wide LCD
  • Sequencer
  • SuperNATURAL ARX expansion
  • Effects
  • Natural keyboard feel and action

Advanced sound engine
Driven by a powerful new audio processor, the Fantom-G provides new sonic depth and versatility. With twice the wave-ROM capacity of its predecessor, it contains a treasure trove of Roland's world-famous SRX-quality sounds, but what really sets this instrument apart is its new ARX expansion, which allows additional SuperNATURAL sound-sets and fully dedicated synth and effects engines to be added to this already powerful live workstation.

Extra-wide LCD
One look and touch and you'll know that the Fantom-G is an instrument without equal. Only the highest-quality materials have been used to create this dream synth, with a stylish, futuristic design that will turn heads. Front and center is the extra-large 8.5" wide TFT color LCD for enhanced productivity. A first-class assortment of handson controls is provided as well, including eight sliders, four knobs, and ten buttons below the LCD.

Sequencer
The Fantom-G is the first Roland instrument to feature Roland's newly designed power sequencer. In conjunction with the large-size LCD, this pro-level composition tool provides 128 tracks (including 24 audio tracks) in a fully intergraded audio/MIDI graphical environment. A mouse can be also incorporated for computer-like speed and ease. Other convenient features include combo XLR and TRS connector, phantom power for condenser mics, Hi-Z input for guitar and bass, and line input.

SuperNATURAL ARX expansion
Fantom-G provides ARX slots that accommodate two SuperNATURAL expansion boards. SuperNATURAL is Roland's unique behavior-modeling technology that enables a new level of organic, emotional expression previously unattainable in synthesizers. Applied to traditional-instrument sounds, SuperNATURAL enables the delicate, organic tonal changes and playing nuances of real musical instruments. It's also a powerful tool for electronic and non-traditional sounds, breathing amazing new life and expression into synthesis.

Effects
Fantom-G is loaded with a state-of-the-art effects engine, with multi-effects available for each Fantom-G sound/part. In 16-part multi-timbre mode, up to 22 effect routings can be used simultaneously. Create complex setups with 16 insert effects per patch, plus global reverbs and choruses. Mastering effects are provided for polishing songs created with the onboard sequencer.

Natural keyboard feel and action
The Fantom-G8 is outfitted with Roland's top-of-the-line PHA II "Ivory Feel" keyboard. This amazing keyboard technology reproduces the real surface feel of ivory acoustic piano keys providing a familiar stability and comfort to the pianist. The white keys have a 2-piece structure which reduces the surface 'click' noise when playing. The newly developed keyboard surface material is designed to absorb moisture, ensuring a secure, slip-proof feel that your fingers will love.

Roland Fantom-G8 88-key Sampling Synthesizer Workstation Features:
  • Advanced sound engine with double wave capacity of previous flagship workstation
  • 2 x ARX expansion with SuperNATURAL performance-expression technology
  • Graphic user interface with extra-large 8.5" wide color LCD and mouse connectivity
  • Newly developed onboard audio/MIDI sequencer with 128 tracks, including 24 audio tracks
  • Multi-effects for each part; up to 22 effects routings can be programmed simultaneously
  • Heavy-duty casing with aluminum panel
  • Top-of-the-line keyboard action; weighted PHA II "Ivory Feel" keyboard on Fantom-G8

The Roland Fantom-G8 brings Roland's live sampling workstation to a whole new level!

Customer Reviews
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by Chuck H. from McRae / Baxley, GA, January 21, 2008
Music Background:  Multi-instrumentalist, Performer, Studio Owner, Instructor, Deranged Arranger, Jack-o'-all-trades, etc.


“Ok, I don't own one (thus the 4.5 stars), but I do own a Fantom X7 and use it regularly in my studio and live gigs. It's hard to imagine much improvements in the sounds already available with Roland.

One thing that makes this keyboard so attractive is its ability to smoothly transition between patches with no drop-outs or sudden stops. Why can't the other performance keyboards...” Read More
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