ROLAND JD-08 — Synthesizer
ROLAND JD-08 — Synthesizer
The Roland JD-08 is a Boutique-series digital sound module based on the JD-800 architecture.
Specifications
Sound Engine
| Product type | Boutique digital sound module |
|---|---|
| Basis | JD-800 architecture with four-tone structure and 108 waveforms |
| Presets | 64 original JD-800 presets |
| User memory | 256 sound patches and 128 patterns |
| Effects | Distortion, phaser, spectrum, enhancer, delay, chorus, reverb |
Sequencing and Control
| Sequencer | Two-part 64-step polyphonic sequencer with 8 notes per part |
|---|---|
| Motion recording | Supported |
| Arpeggiator | Onboard arpeggiator |
| Display | 7-segment, 4-character LED |
Connectivity and Power
| Connectors | EXT CLOCK IN, PHONES, OUTPUT, MIX IN, MIDI IN/OUT, USB-C audio/MIDI |
|---|---|
| Power | USB bus power or 4 AA Ni-MH/alkaline batteries |
| Battery life | Approximately 6 hours with 1,900 mAh Ni-MH batteries |
| Included accessories | Quick Start, safety leaflet, 4 AA alkaline batteries |
Fit and constraints
Intended use
Constraints
To use it
Questions
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Description
The Roland JD-08 is a Boutique-series digital sound module based on the JD-800 architecture. Roland lists 64 original JD-800 presets, a four-tone structure, 108 waveforms, 256 sound patch memories, 128 pattern memories, two-part multitimbral capability, a two-part 64-step polyphonic sequencer with eight notes per part, motion recording, arpeggiator, 7-segment 4-character LED display, and effects including distortion, phaser, spectrum, enhancer, delay, chorus, and reverb. Connectivity includes external clock in, phones, output, mix in, full-size MIDI in/out, and USB-C audio/MIDI. It can run from USB bus power or four AA batteries and includes a built-in speaker. Size is 300 x 128 x 49 mm and weight with batteries is 840 g.