The new Roland Fantom G8 features a powerful new audio processor that provides new sonic depth and versatility. The Fantom-G8 has twice the wave-ROM capacity of its predecessor, and contains a treasure trove of Roland's world-famous SRX-quality sounds. But what really sets Fantom G8 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.

SuperNATURAL ARX Expansion

Fantom-G8 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.

Power Sequencer Onboard

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 integrated 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.

Luxurious 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 hand son controls is provided as well, including eight sliders, four knobs, and ten buttons below the LCD.

Amazing FX

Fantom-G8 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.

Supreme Keyboard Feel & 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.

• Advanced sound engine with double wave capacity of previous flagship workstation
• 2 x ARX expansion with SuperNATURAL — the world’s greatest 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-FX for each part; up to 22 effects routings can be programmed simultaneously
• Top-of-the-line keyboard action; weighted PHA II “Ivory Feel” keyboard
• Heavy-duty casing with aluminum panel

Keyboard and Sound Generator Section
	Keyboard		88 keys, PHA II, Ivory feel, with velocity and channel aftertouch
	Mamimum Polyphony		128 voices, shared with the sampling section
	Parts		16 parts (Internal) + 16 parts (External) + 2 parts (ARX)+ 24 parts (Audio Track)
	Wave Memory		256MB (16-bit linear equivalent)
	Waveforms		2,153
	Preset Memory		Patches 1,500 + 256 (GM2) Rhythm Sets 64 + 9 (GM2) Live Sets 512 Studio Sets 128
	User Memory per one project		Patches 512 Rhythm Sets 64 Live Sets 512 Studio Sets 128
	Effects		Patch Multi-Effects (PFX) 16 systems, 76 types Multi-Effects (MFX) 2 systems, 78 types Chorus 1 system, 3 types Reverb 1 system, 10 types Input Effects 1 system, 6 types Mastering Effects 1 system, 3-band compressor
	Data Format		16-bit linear, .WAV or .AIFF
	Sampling Frequency		44.1kHz
	Maximum Sampling Time		[When sampling memory isn't expanded (32MB)] mono: 360 sec. approx., stereo: 180 sec. approx. [When sampling memory is expanded with DIMM (544MB)] mono: 108 min. approx., stereo: 54 min. approx.
	Number of Samples per one project		2,000
Sequencer Section
	Tracks		MIDI tracks (Internal/External/ARX): max. 128 Audio track: max. 24 Tempo track: 1 Beat track: 1
	Resolution		480 TPQN
	Tempo		5.00 to 300.00
	Song per one project		50
	Phrase per one project		2,000
	Note Capacity per one project		approx. 1,000,000 notes
	Song Length		9,998 measures
	Recording Method		Realtime recording Step recording
Controllers
			Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever Control Knob x 4 Control Slider x 8 Assignable Switch x 2 D Beam Controller
Connectors
	Headphones Jack		Stereo 1/4 inch phone type
	A (MIX) Output Jacks (L/MONO, R)		1/4 inch TRS phone type
	B Output Jacks (L, R)		1/4 inch phone type
	Input Jacks (L/MONO/MIC, R)		1/4 inch phone type
	Mic./Guitar Input Jacks		1/4 inch phone type / XLR type (Phantom power)(Hi-Z)
	Pedal Jacks		Hold Pedal Jack (Half Pedal recognition) Control Pedal Jack (assignable) x 2
	MIDI Connectors		IN, OUT, THRU
	USB Connectors		USB Computer Connector (supports file transfer or mass storage class, and Audio/MIDI) USB Mouse Connector
	Digital Audio Interface		COAXIAL INPUT / OUTPUT
			AC Inlet
Others
			Arpeggiator 128 Arpeggio Sets 128 RPS Sets 32 Rhythm Pattern Sets 32 Chord Memory 128 Chord Memory Sets 128
	Display		Graphic Type, 8.5", Wide VGA (800 x 480 dots), backlit LCD (Color)
	Pads		16 pads, Velocity and Polyphonic Aftertouch sensitive
	Expansion for sound generator		ARX expansion boards: 2 slots
	Expansion for sampling memory		DIMM: 1 slot, supports PC133, CL=2/3, 3.3 V, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB
	External Storage Device		USB Flash Memory
	Power Supply		AC 117 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60Hz), AC 220 V (60Hz)
	Power Consumption		30 W
Accessories
			Owner's Manual, CD-ROM (Editor, USB MIDI driver), Power Cord
Options
			Expansion Board: ARX Series, Keyboard Stand: KS-V7 (Fantom-G7/-G6), KS-18Z (Fantom-G8/-G7/-G6), KS-G8 (Fantom-G8), Pedal Switch: DP series, Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5U, Expression Pedal: EV-5, USB Flash Memory: M-UF1G, M-UF128, Microphone: DR series, Headphones: RH-series
Size and Weight
	Width		1,396 mm	55 inches
	Depth		502 mm	19-13/16 inches
	Height		183 mm	7-1/4 inches
	Weight		32.0 kg	70 lbs. 9 oz.
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

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