Discussions about anything analog, digital, midi, synth technology, techniques, theories and more. Roland page at synthzone jx8p ressource center good page for jx8p users super jx zone patches and lots of infos for jx users. Anyway if, for some reason or other, you buy that same synthesizer again, you may be astonished at how gooooood it sounds. This synth makes the best video game audio patches. Since i felt that my last jx 8p video was a bit inadequate i made another one. There is sticky residue on the sides and back where multiple velcro. Audio plugins for all operating systems windows, mac os x, linux, ios and android, tagged as roland jx8p. Put in new 3pin power connectors until one buyer complained that it was not stock anymore. Jx8p is made of tin and sticky back plastic fgs edit geek that i am i just looked it up, sy77 weight 17kg while jx8p weighs only 11. Many of the jx 8p stock patches have been recreated on the jpx, and i have had requests to compare them directly so lets do it. Jx 8p is a killer pad machine, yes the soundtrack sound is in there just dont try make it do any 303 style stuff, it is not the machine for those sounds, get a 101 or something similar to accompany the jx 8p and youll be reaching the analogue heaven alhtough you need a 909 or 808 for that tomi.
Welshs synthesizer cookbook patches for roland system8 jp8000 jx. Jx8p for sale jx8p vintage roland synthesizer keyboard. Alesis micron synthesizer om84 system vintage suzuki omnichord linear synthesizer classic analog synthesizer vintage yamaha dx7 mo phatt d550 synthesizer virtual analog synthesizer synth roland d5 synthesizer midi synth sound module korg microkorg xl ensoniq esq1 juno 60s vintage jv 1010 jv 64 voice synthesizer desktop synth sequencer. Its 61 note keyboard is velocity and aftertouch sensitive. If you gig alot, its good to not have to worry about forgetting the 2pin cord. Many of the jx8p stock patches have been recreated on the jpx, and i have had requests to compare them directly so lets do it. Jx 8p polyphonic analogue synthesizer no presets are used in this video. Just as most have said, this synth has very poor presets. Roland has updated their synth chronicle and since im a roland fan, i thought id link it also. This production is part of the smithsonian permanent collection. Vintage roland jx8p synthesizer vs modern jupiterx sound. I advise new jx 8p buyers to download some of the patches from the net. And was the last true analog synthesizer made by roland.
The jx8p isnt the most versatile synth, but it is capable of extremely lucious pads and some great leads. Roland jx 8p no power cord vintage synth explorer forums. Conceived as a streamlined, stagefriendly unit with easily adjusted sliders controlling the synthesis parameters, the jx 8p s 64section memory bank summons sound from warm. The jx10 has two complete jx8p synth boards with the same chips, plus some other circuitry to help layercombine them and add some extra midi controller features. The roland jx8p synthesizer has an average rating of. A profile of a parker nitefly sa with factory roland gk2a. The pg8x is patch compatible with the jx 8p and can read and write jx 8p sysex data. I repair and resell vintage gear and went throught a run of korg dwseries boards.
Although hes talking about the jx10, it may just as well be the 8p the range and depth of sounds lurking in the jx is vast. The roland boutique jx03 module continues the legacy of the jx3p synth. For easier parameter control, it can be programmed using a roland pg800 programmer. Roland jx8p analog synthesizer 1985 new patches hd. We used three of these pristine analog supersynths and set off, tirelessly programming and sampling these beauties in highresolution through a worldclass signal chain. The sound and control of a jx 3p, the size of a book. Roland jx 8p is a 61key, velocity and aftertouchsensitive, sixnote polyphonic, fully analog synthesizer released by roland in 1985. Anyone who judges the jx8p on its presets is missing the point. There is a little old program included called cpjx which acts as librarian and sysex senderreceiver works great with all windows versions.
The jx3p is something of a hidden treasure there is more to it than meets the eye. A full patchbank with original sounds created by me over a long time. Pg8x the free pg8x synth is one of the best free synthesizers for vintage sounds that emulates the roland jx 8p and roland jx 10. In fact zak is responsible for the worlds first completely sampled recording. It has 6 voices of polyphony, great midi implementation and patch storage as well as an external memory cartridge slot. We have been designing presets for a very longtime. Find great deals on ebay for roland jx8p and roland jx10. Jx8p is a killer pad machine, yes the soundtrack sound is in there just dont try make it do any 303 style stuff, it is not the machine for those sounds, get a 101 or something similar to accompany the jx8p and youll be reaching the analogue heaven alhtough you need a 909 or 808 for that tomi. The pg8x is patch compatible with the jx8p and can read and write jx8p sysex data. The roland boutique jx 03 module continues the legacy of the jx 3p synth. Roland jx 8p 32 retro synth patches sysex download demo.
Enter the pg800 controller which gives you total control of all the jx8ps editable parameters with handson traditional slider control. A downloadable pack of 32 patches for the roland jx8p or the pg8x in the sysex format. Otherwise youd have to explain how a custom roland ir3r05 vcfvca chip in jx10 is different from the same ir3r05 chip in the jx8p. Resources for the jx8p including sysex patchs, owner and service manuals plus details on repairing aftertouch. The serial number is 568x with x being a single digit or letter. These elements can be modulated by a common lfo and one of two envelopes. The gui is modelled after the pg800, which is the external editor for the jx8p. Roland jx8p jx8p vintage analog synth synthesizer keyboard tested working used. It is essentially two roland jx 8p synthesizers put together, along with a 76note velocitysensitive keyboard with aftertouch. Welshs synthesizer cookbook patches for roland system8 jp8000 jx 3p jx8p jx10. Otherwise youd have to explain how a custom roland ir3r05 vcfvca chip in jx 10 is different from the same ir3r05 chip in the jx 8p. Free vst emulations of famous synths hardware blogosaur. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. The patches you hear in this video were found on the internet and a few ive edited or programmed myself.
But i havent met anyone who bought a synth for its presets. The roland jx8p is a sixvoice polyphonic synthesizer that came out in 1985. Feb 28, 2020 the new roland jupiterx contains approximations of their famous vintage hardware synths including the jx8p. Crafted with sixvoice polyphony, midi capability and dual dcos, the roland jx8p analog synthesizer is an excellent introduction into the world of vintage. Roland jx8p the 64 factory patches part 1 of 2 youtube.
Crafted with sixvoice polyphony, midi capability and dual dcos, the roland jx 8p analog synthesizer is an excellent introduction into the world of vintage synthesis. Enter the pg800 controller which gives you total control of all the jx 8p s editable parameters with handson traditional slider control. They also have the pdf of every significant synth 2010. A comprehensive collection of 65 instruments giving you the most important synth and drum machine sounds from the last 50 years.
The sound and control of a jx3p, the size of a book. The jx 8p sounds better than the jx 10 and the mks70 by a little bit. Recreating known piece of hardware, emulating famous synth, trying to capture the spirit of a machine, attempting to copy the sound and feeling of an instrument. The roland super jx jx10 appeared in 1986 and was manufactured until 1989 with no additional factory mods to my knowledge. The roland super jx jx 10 appeared in 1986 and was manufactured until 1989 with no additional factory mods to my knowledge. The padded bag included is used and dirty shows use. This synth was the first roland synth to be fitted with a quality 76 note keyboard with velocity and aftertouch. Roland page at synthzone jx 8p ressource center good page. Sounds down with the cliche jx8p patches, it would be an insult to the jx8p and its many opportunities. Some jx 8ps are slightly overdriven into the chorus circuit. This is a made in japan, 61 note, roland model jx 8p analog, synthesizer keyboard.
This is a made in japan, 61 note, roland model jx8p analog, synthesizer keyboard. The dos version as well as the win95 beta are available for. Based on 250 vintage machines, vintage vault 3 delivers over 10,000 handcrafted presets from over 500,000 meticulously recorded samples. The two synth engines of this multipart groovebox sequencer were derived from the mininova, a 2012. The sound is like its relatives jx 10 and mks70, very lush, classy and full. A musthave board for every keyboardist interested in classic synthesizer patches, srjv8004 vintage synth focuses on a myriad of classic waveforms from all synthesizers that count including many from roland s own stable. A musthave board for every keyboardist interested in classic synthesizer patches, srjv8004 vintage synth focuses on a myriad of classic waveforms from all synthesizers that count including many from rolands own stable. I have a jx 8p and this has breathed new life into it.
Emulations of acoustic guitars, electric guitars and electric bass guitars. It is so easy to create sounds that a 4 year old could do it. Roland tends to complicate deluxe and rack versions of their gear. The keys are a bit dusty but i tried to clean them as best i could. Roland jx 8p jx8p vintage analog synth synthesizer. Roland released the jx8p in 1984 to compete with the yamaha dx7. The jx 10 has two complete jx 8p synth boards with the same chips, plus some other circuitry to help layercombine them and add some extra midi controller features. Apr 06, 2017 a downloadable pack of 32 patches for the roland jx 8p or the pg8x in the sysex format. Uvx10p was designed to deliver on all of the strengths of this iconic japanese series with none of the weaknesses. Membrane buttons dominate the front panel of the jx8p providing access to the various preset and user patches and to page through and assign editable parameters. Circuit is a twopart synthesizer and fourpart drum machine that was released by novation in 2015. The roland jx 10also known as the roland super jx was a 12voice analog synthesizer produced from 1986 to 1989. Roland ready les paul photos of bob welchs custom shop les paul paul with roland electronics.
Roland jx 8p jx8p vintage analog synth synthesizer keyboard tested. Roland jx 3p jx3p vintage synth synthesizer keyboard for. Ive managed to track down the necessary power cord, but this is my first foray into the audio world and im a little lost as to what else i need. Nov 28, 2018 pg8x is inspired by the roland jx 8p with the pg800 programmer. Roland jx8p analog synthesizer 1985 hd demo youtube. Zak has worked doing engineering and production for well over musicians, several recording labels and. Stevie wonder was kind enough to loan his synclavier which was used for all the sampling. I think roland is the only company that is proud of their past releases, and i think they know that they hold up more or less.
Roland jx 8p 32 retro synth patches sysex download demo a downloadable pack of 32 patches for the roland jx 8p or the pg8x in the sysex format. Provides patches and manuals for a number of older synths. Growing up i listened to so much synth pop and its only natural that my own music takes inspiration from many of the acts i loved back then. Find great deals on ebay for roland jx 8p and roland jx10. Professional features can still be found under the hood of the jx8p. I think roland is the only company that is proud of their past releases, and i. The original model was launched when buttondriven interfaces were popular, so it was designed to give immediate access to preset sounds. Released in 1985 the jx 10 super jx combines two individual jx 8p s for an outstandingly warm, rich and analog sound which is still used in many modern studios all over the world. It is a 12voice digitalanalog hybrid synthesizer with 24 dcos digital controlled oscillators and a 76key velocity and pressure sensitive keyboard. Good technical info for the jx8p, jx10 and mk70 jx8p synthzone. The sound is like its relatives jx10 and mks70, very lush, classy and full. Dirk rockendorf kindly provides his mac patch editing software emulating the pg800 programmer. The sounds are very warm, jsut hear the bass synth preset or strings and you can tell.
Roland jx 3p vintage analog synth checked and serviced. On the lighter end of the scale of a vintage synth in fact. The roland jx10also known as the roland super jx was a 12voice analog synthesizer produced from 1986 to 1989. Gr300 case rare spotting of the original roland gr300 case. We hope that you never experience this, however although we check every order sent mistakes can still happen. Id reject a beat up jx 10 because ive heard of key failures. I made a small donation to your paypal account on your site. The jx8p is an analog synthesizer that is edited via selecting and adjusting parameters rather than via frontpanel knobs. In a time of rising popularity of digital frequency modulation synthesizers, such as yamaha dx7, jx8p was marketed as the best of both worlds. Setting up a roland jx 8p ive recently come to owning a roland jx 8p through a friend, though it has come with absolutely no cabling whatsoever. It came out about the same time as the venerable juno series, but represents a shift away from the traditional analog synthesizer interface and towards a less handson format. It also features portamento, unsion and solo monosynth performance modes. Jx 8p is made of tin and sticky back plastic fgs edit geek that i am i just looked it up, sy77 weight 17kg while jx 8p weighs only 11. The jx is an analog, six voice polyphonic synth with each voice having two dcos, a mixer, a vcf highpass and low pass, a vca, a lfo, and two adsr envelopes.
Seeing in the list some emulations of electric pianos i would suggest you to add. The classic roland jx8p, analog polyphonic synthesizer from 1985. Released in 1985 the jx10 super jx combines two individual jx8ps for an outstandingly warm, rich and analog sound which is still used in many modern studios all over the world. Setting up a roland jx8p ive recently come to owning a roland jx8p through a friend, though it has come with absolutely no cabling whatsoever. Many of the jx 8p stock patches have been recreated on the jpx, and i have had. Just like the juno synthesizers it uses dcos for a very stable system, however its sounds are a little thin and bright. If you want to make great electronic music then this is the one. So you feel inclined to use the jx8p more for string and vocal textures rather then for aggressive, ripping sounds. As a bonus you can also use these sounds in your roland jx8p and jx10 synths.
Heres a compilation of all the articles about free vst plugins that try to emulate the most famous synths, plus links to the freeware plugins that are the only one to recreate a. Presets, patches for uhe repro5, omnisphere, zebra 2, diva, lush 101, the legend, venom. You can buy these patches read the description for further details scroll down. Jx 8p for sale jx 8p vintage roland synthesizer keyboard. Roland vintage guitar synthesizer controllers complete listing. New synth presets zebra, omnisphere, lush, diva, venom, korg, massive, presets. The new roland jupiterx contains approximations of their famous vintage hardware synths including the jx 8p. Alesis micron synthesizer om84 system vintage suzuki omnichord linear synthesizer classic analog synthesizer vintage yamaha dx7 mo phatt d550 synthesizer virtual analog synthesizer synth roland d5 synthesizer midi synth sound module korg microkorg xl ensoniq esq1 juno 60s vintage jv 1010 jv 64 voice synthesizer desktop synth sequencer eurorack korg ms2000 korg m3r juno 106 vintage. In a time of rising popularity of digital frequency modulation synthesizers, such as yamaha dx7, jx 8p was marketed as the best of both worlds.
Roland jx8p is a 61key, velocity and aftertouchsensitive, sixnote polyphonic, fully analog synthesizer released by roland in 1985. Unfortunately, the plugin doesnt come with a soundbank included so i thought it would be great to design a soundbank for it and bring more attention to this great synth. Pg8x is inspired by the roland jx8p with the pg800 programmer. Rolands beautiful stereo chorus gives the jx8p a lot of depth and warmth.
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