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Roland Jupiter-X 61-key Synthesizer

61-key Synthesizer with Aftertouch, I-Arpeggio, Onboard FX, Mic Input, AUX In, TS and Balanced XLR Outputs, MIDI, USB-to-Host, USB-to-Device, 2 Headphone Outputs, and 2 Pedal Jacks
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Roland Jupiter-X 61-key Synthesizer
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Jupiter X: the Jupiter Legacy Continues

In 1978, when polysynths were the hot new thing, the Jupiter-4 put Roland on the map as a top synth maker. Since then, synthesizers bearing the Jupiter badge have proudly represented Roland's premier sound technologies and keyboard actions. Now Sweetwater is excited to present to you the Jupiter-X Synthesizer, which incorporates classic Roland design and tour-tough build quality with the beastly new ZEN-Core synth engine. The Jupiter-X meticulously re-creates coveted instruments from Roland's vaunted legacy of genre-defining synths, while blazing new synthesis frontiers. Featuring multiple layers, massive polyphony, and deep hands-on control, the Jupiter-X gives you the power to effortlessly craft and deploy huge, evolving soundscapes with warmth, punch, and shimmer.

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Next generation of a Roland synth icon

The Jupiter-X is the pinnacle of Roland sound design and build quality. Its all-metal chassis uses premium materials throughout, and the all-new aftertouch-enabled 61-note keyboard is the finest the company has ever made. Whether you’re performing onstage or recording in the studio, Jupiter-X puts you in an ergonomic cockpit equipped with the real-time controls you need to dive in and quickly shape world-class sounds.

Classic analog to vintage digital — and beyond

Jupiter-X is equipped with Roland's latest cutting-edge sound engine, which not only can reproduce sought-after analog classics such as the Jupiter-8, Juno-106, and SH-101; but also vintage digital synths like the XV-5080 and today's RD pianos. Also onboard: an arsenal of Roland drum machines (including the TR-808, 909, 707, 727, 606, CR-78, and more) that are the cornerstones of electronic and dance music. The Jupiter-X is like a studio packed with vintage gear — but with modern capabilities and a deep, powerful synthesis engine that opens the portals to new sonic worlds.

I-Arpeggio: instant inspiration

Whether you're backing a singer or scoring to picture, you're familiar with working under pressure. You're often in the position of having to produce something amazing — quickly. Say hello to your new best friend: Jupiter-X. It's equipped with Roland's next-gen I-Arpeggio, which uses artificial intelligence not only to accompany you, but to spark your creativity. I-Arpeggio takes in your notes, rhythms, and phrases and outputs perfect drum parts, bass lines, chords, and arpeggiated figures. This intelligent arpeggiator works simultaneously on each of Jupiter-X’s five parts, and you can customize the generated patterns and export them to your DAW via USB. Note that these are not backing tracks: they are intelligently generated beats and phrases that flesh out your live performance and obliterate writer’s block — a welcome feature if you're looking to define your own unique voice as an artist!

Zero in on the perfect settings

In addition to its informative LCD display, Jupiter-X is equipped with an impressive array of knobs, faders, and buttons that invite the immediacy of hands-on control. These robust controls feel smooth and precise for confident real-time sweeps, subtle or bold. Of course, Jupiter-X has a dedicated studio-grade FX section, and switching between synth layers is easy, so you can immediately take control of any aspect of your sound. The control offered by the Jupiter-X is so intuitive, you have the sensation of reaching in and massaging your sound to shape it exactly the way you hear it.

Unleash your creativity

With the ability to layer up to five parts — four for synths and one for drums — Jupiter-X is a beast. Its engine can power multiple authentic Roland classics such as the JX-8P and Jupiter-8 with ample polyphony to create thick layers and complex backing parts. With this much onboard polyphony, you can create rich sound layers and backing parts without limiting your ability to play complex chords. Craft the ideal bass/lead split with an SH-101 and JUNO-106, layer a pristine RD piano with rich JX-8P strings, build a behemoth stack of Jupiter-8s — with the Jupiter-X, your creative vision is never compromised by technological limitations.

Your musical destiny is waiting

Whether it resides in your home or commercial studio or is part of your touring rig, Jupiter-X is built for the long haul with a robust metal chassis and premium components to stand up to the rigors of professional (ab)use. Equipped with high-grade balanced connections, a bevy of performance controllers, and multiple pedal inputs, Jupiter-X is the perfect partner for your musical exploits, wherever they may lead. It's also expandable, so you can update it with new content as it becomes available. It can also directly share Scenes and other content with its "mini-me," the compact, wireless Jupiter-Xm. The Roland Jupiter-X: your musical destiny is waiting.

Roland Jupiter-X Synthesizer Features:

  • From classic analog to vintage digital — and beyond
  • Premium 61-note Roland keyboard with aftertouch
  • Cutting-edge ZEN-Core sound engine with various Model sound generators
  • Polyphony: up to 256 notes (depending on tone structure)
  • I-Arpeggio for instant inspiration
  • Extensive hands-on controls
  • Pitchbend and Mod wheels
  • Onboard FX engine
  • XLR-1/4" Combo Mic input
  • 3.5mm AUX input
  • 1/4" TS and balanced XLR Outputs
  • MIDI 5/pin DIN I/O
  • USB-to-Host; USB-to-Device
  • 1/4" and 3.5mm Headphone outputs
  • 2 Pedal jacks

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Keyboard Synthesizer
  • Sound Engine: ZEN-Core
  • Analog/Digital: Digital
  • Number of Keys: 61
  • Type of Keys: Semi-weighted
  • Aftertouch: Channel Aftertouch
  • Other Controllers: Pitchbend/Mod wheel Lever, 2 x Wheels (assignable), 2 x Slider (assignable), 3 x Switches (assignable)
  • Polyphony: 256 Notes (tone setting dependent)
  • Presets: 4,000 Preset Tones, 256 User Tones, 90 Drum Kits, 256 Scenes
  • Oscillators: 4 x VCO
  • LFO: 1 x LFO
  • Number of Effects: 90
  • Effects Types: Multi-effects, Part EQ (5 systems), 7 x Reverb, 4 x Chorus, 5 x Delay, Overdrive, NS/Compressor (mic), Master EQ/Compressor
  • Arpeggiator: I-Arpeggio, 5 parts, Multi-part with play detection
  • Storage: External USB Flash Drive (sold separately)
  • Audio Inputs: 1 x 1/8" (aux in), 1 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic)
  • Audio Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (L/R), 2 x XLR (L/R)
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/4", 1 x 1/8"
  • USB: 1 x Type A, 1 x Type B
  • Bluetooth: v4.2
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB/Bluetooth
  • Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (control), 1 x 1/4" (hold)
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 4.68"
  • Width: 42.93"
  • Depth: 17.62"
  • Weight: 37 lbs. 5 oz.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: Jupiter-X

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The Jupiter X is the coolest synth.
This is like the incarnation of the iconic jupiter8 with a modern digital spirit and incredible Zen-core sounds, I love the "I arpeggios" and playing this synth is really a joy with all those fat lead sounds!!
I also own 2 sets of Roland Fantom that I purchased from sweetwater and I should admit that "Jupiter-X" is completely a different beast, it might not be as comprehensive as Fantom but it's definitely one of the best synths on the current market!
by shawn soltany from Orlando, FL on
Jupiter-X is Inspirational
This Jupiter is really good at what it does. The sounds are good and some better than the originals. If you can tell the difference then you must have some sort of pretentious, sonic ability built into your ear canals and or you're repeating what others have said who haven't even played it. It's built tough, bright, inspirational, intuitive in some sense, and creatively fun. The layering capabilities are phenomenal for creating tonal bliss. Something any Jupiter can't do. As I love my old Jupiter 6 since I was a kid, and it still works, this one is just quite different and special because I wouldn't want an instrument that mimics it. I would say the only thing I don't like about what Roland did with this one, is make it more complicated than it needs to be with saving patches. It's just not clear. Even with all the updates and video help there is, since I've had it for a few years, and ... please,... come on Roland...just let us save a patch, and if it's layered, let it save the patch in that set with one button push. Other than that engineering flaw, I'd say this is a beautiful instrument in more ways than one and it will be an inspirational instrument for years to come.
by Glenn from Long Beach on
Music background: Synth Musician since age 12
ROLAND JUPITER-X
I've had my ROLAND JUPITER-X for just over a year now and am still in complete awe of it. I've been a long time ROLAND user since around the mid-1980's and am extremely impressed by what they've been able to accomplish with this Instrument. It is truly a masterpiece of modern technology.
by Adam C. from New York on
Music background: Hobbyist
Amazing Synth with Incredible Sound!
When I saw that this synth was getting a bunch of hate, I immediately had to come to its defense.

The bottom line up front is that this is an awesome synth with incredible sounds built into it. If that is what you're looking for, then look no further than the Jupiter-X. Now I fully admit that I did not have the luxury of growing up playing an original Jupiter 8. And it seems like a lot of people who try out the X are immediately comparing it to a JP 8. If you have that mindset, then yes, you might be disappointed. However, I've talked to several other synth players in my circle who have way more knowledge on synths than I do and the thing that they all seem to agree on is that it's not an 8, but it sounds great!

The physical quality of the synth is also top notch. I can tell that this is a keyboard that is built to last. And the action of the keys are perfect! I grew up as a classically trained pianist, so I'm extremely picky about the action on keys. And, this didn't disappoint.
by Phil on
A Jupiter 8 and More!
It happened. I finally got my hands on a Roland Jupiter X. 6 long months of waiting on the pre-order list and it's finally mine. My love of the Jupiter 8 began before I ever knew what a synthesizer was, but I knew the sound. The Roland Jupiter X is the sound of the Jupiter 8 and more. A previous reviewer who left a 1 star review must be upset that his original cost him over five-figures, when this has the same sound for 1/6th of the price. I would be upset too - but that's also why this synth is so important - the affordable price.

Is it expensive? Slightly...but for what you get it is worth every penny. Original Jupiter 8's are selling for over five-figures right now. You'll probably never get to own an original. Then again do you also want to have to deal with aging electronic components?

Is the Roland Jupiter X perfect? No, it is not, but that's really not a negative, for reasons I will explain later.

Does the Jupiter X have the sound and soul of the Jupiter 8? Yes, it does, regardless of how much some synth purists may disagree.

When this synth arrives on your doorstep, in it's giant box, the first thing you notice is the font choice, colors and style of the exterior. It pays homage to the original Jupiter 8 with the packaging alone, before you even open the box. Once you cut open the box the excitement builds, and when you lift it out you realize how much of a tank this thing is. All metal build, heavy-duty aluminum end cheeks, high-quality faders and pots with metal shafts - everything feels like it's built to last. The front-panel is beautiful and the black powder coating and orange and white silk screened graphics immediately make you think of the Jupiter 8. It even has the same style fader caps as the Jupiter 8. I appreciate that attention to detail. In some ways it reminds you of the Fantom-X8 series, but with better build quality.

After you plug the synth in and power it up it doesn't take long at all to boot, which is a plus. You're also greeted by colorful buttons for selecting patches and things like that. The buttons are slightly similar to what was used on the Jupiter 80, except these can be assigned individual colors and can be modified to suit your taste. I feel this was a wise choice by Roland. Although the original buttons on the Jupiter 8 were injection molded, colored plastic, these ones feel modern in a world of RGB and LED everything.

The sound quality is top-notch, and even though the Roland System 8 may have slightly better modeling, you get massively increased power and polyphony using Roland's new ABM system. The trade-off is worth it. Bass notes can be held almost indefinitely while you noodle away in the higher registers. Want to stack 4 Jupiter 8's on top of one another? You can! Want to play a Jupiter 8, and 3 other synths at the same time? You can! The limited polyphony of a System 8, or an original Jupiter 8, will let you down in that respect. Sure, it's not "exactly" like a real Jupiter 8, but this isn't a Jupiter 8. Roland will never re-release a new Jupiter 8, as anything they would try to release would never live up to the expectations of the hardcore fans. The Jupiter 80 was a Fantom in Jupiter 8 clothing, while the Jupiter X is 10 times better in regard to the "true" external appearance and real-time control.

The one quirk I admire most of all is the temperature sensor inside of the Jupiter X, along with the synth "Age" parameter. Basically you can simulate the tuning irregularities that occur when an older, aged synth warms up, as well as simulate aged components in general. The unstable drift characteristics feel real and let you get a feel for what owning a real, vintage analog synth can be like.

So far I've only talked about the JP8 portion of this synth, but keep in mind you also get models of Roland's other legendary synths such as the Juno-106, SH-101, JX-8P, XV-5080, RD piano sounds and Roland's drum machines from the past 40 years. Having all of that onboard just adds to the value of this synth. The semi-weighted, and most importantly 61 KEY! (with aftertouch!) keybed feels amazing, and is the perfect in-betweener feel for a synth. Not cheap and plastic-y like synth-action, and not super heavy like the classic piano feel.

There are really only two things that the Jupiter X makes me feel shorted on - the small screen and the lack of a dedicated multi-part sequencer. First off that screen...it's tiny! But even that I feel Roland had no choice on, because of the backlash from the Jupiter 80. If the Jupiter X had a huge screen people would just scream that it's a Jupiter 80 all over again, plus it would detract from the original look of the Jupiter 8 that Roland was going for, so a small screen was the wise choice. The other thing that (as of OS v1.20 at least) has left me wanting is the sequencer. It seemed like Roland wanted their MC-707 and MC-101's to get some love, so they left out a fully featured sequencer. I mean, you do have access to a step sequencer, but it's integrated with the I-Arpeggio feature and doesn't really work as you would expect it to. If Roland could integrate a better sequencer in the Jupiter X, that would be the icing on the cake, because that's really all it doesn't have at this point.

To sum it all up, if you want a "new" Roland Jupiter 8, and don't want to have to rely on software VST synths, buy a Roland Jupiter X. If you really love the Jupiter 8, and want a synth that will last for decades, this is the one. A lot of synth manufacturers anymore are plopping in 49 keys, saying "that's all you need". Well...they're wrong. 61 keys is the sweet spot!!! This is your chance to own a piece of history. It's not a cheap POS, it's a high-quality instrument. A lot of people may hate the Jupiter X because it's not the type of "perfection" they were looking for, but for all of the synth models you get, and the amazing sounds that this synth produces, it's worth it. No, it's not a Moog, or an Oberheim, not a CS-80 or any of those other synths. In my opinion Roland hit a home run. Yes they had to make some compromises, but for good reasons. I feel they definitely paid respect to the original Jupiter 8 and can now finally move on to other sonic territories. There may never be another Jupiter 8, but the Jupiter X definitely gets you as close as ever to owning "a real one".
by Chris Smelko from Akron, OH on

Simply put, modern electronic music wouldn't exist without Roland. Many of the electronic musicians here at Sweetwater cut our teeth on TR Rhythm machines and fondly remember programming our first TB-303s. We owe a good part of our careers to this amazing and innovative company. It's been fun to watch and grow right alongside Roland, as they've introduced wave after wave of revolutionary keyboards, digital pianos, and more. For example, Roland's V-Drum Kits continuously redefine the possibilities of electronic drums, beginning with SuperNATURAL technology to the latest Prismatic Sound Modeling. We're huge fans, and we'd love to tell you all about them. Whether you want a pocket-sized synth or a cutting-edge video mixer, if Roland makes it, then Sweetwater is 100% behind it.

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