Roland JD-XI Limited Edition Synthesizer Red Overview
Roland JD-Xi Limited Edition Synthesizer Overview by GAK
The Roland JD-Xi is now available in two limed edition finishes. The stylish white and red finishes are only available for a small amount of time so ordering promptly is advised if you wish to get your hands on one of these limited edition JD-XIs. Please see the overview below for more information. Powerful and Compact Professional Synthesizer equipped with 37 mini keys, Vocal FX and Onboard Sequencer. As far as pro synths go, the Roland JD-Xi is affordable for the league of synthesizer it's in and the amount of features and useful functions packed into it, some of these features include an Analog synth section which provides authentic lead and bass tones, Two digital synth sections with SuperNATURAL synth tones and 128-voice total polyphony, and A Four-track pattern sequencer and high-quality rhythm sounds. Small in size but massive in sounds, the Roland JD-Xi Crossover Synthesizer would make a great addition to any on-stage or professional studio setup.
- Interactive crossover synthesizer with analog and digital sound engines
- Analog synth section provides authentic lead and bass tones
- Two digital synth sections with SuperNATURAL synth tones and 128-voice total polyphony
- Four-track pattern sequencer and high-quality rhythm sounds
- Included gooseneck mic for use with built-in Vocoder and AutoPitch
- Process sounds with four simultaneous effects (Effect 1/2, Delay, Reverb)
- USB for audio/MIDI communication with computer music software
- Includes a large selection of ready-to-play sounds and patterns
- Additional sounds and patterns available for download at Roland's Axial sound library site
- Analog and Digital Synths in One Keyboard - With its unique crossover sound engine, the JD-Xi provides the best of both worlds: the warm, smooth response of classic analog, and the clarity and versatility of modern digital. The newly developed monophonic analog synth section features saw, triangle, and square waveforms with pulse-width modulation and an analog filter, plus an independent sub oscillator for low-end power. Two digital synth sections offer 128-voice polyphony and a wide range of high-quality SuperNATURAL synth tones, including pads, strings, electric piano, sound effects, and many others.
- Gooseneck Mic for Vocoder, AutoPitch, and Other Vocal Effects - The JD-Xi comes with a sturdy, high-quality gooseneck mic that brings even more fun to the party. Using the Vocoder, you can sing into the mic and control the tone and pitch via sounds played on the keyboard. With AutoPitch, it's simple to achieve the exaggerated, robotic vocal sounds that are common in today's pop and electronic music styles. There's also a cool Auto Note function that allows you to "sing" JD-Xi synth sounds without touching the keyboard!
- Build Loops with the Four-Track Pattern Sequencer - Using the intuitive pattern sequencer and large selection of onboard sounds, you're able to create and perform sophisticated music with only the JD-Xi. The sequencer offers four separate tracks-two digital synth parts, analog synth, and drums-allowing you to build rich-sounding loops for any genre. Real-time and step recording modes are provided, along with a special TR-REC mode for programming in the style of Roland's classic TR-series beatboxes. It's easy to play patterns and tweak sounds as you perform, and many preset patterns are built in for jamming right out of the box.
- Pro Drum Kits for High-Impact Beats - Packed with a variety of dynamic drum kits, the JD-Xi delivers quality rhythm tones to suit any groove. Included are many types of electronic and acoustic kits, and the drum instrument assignments are conveniently labeled above the keys for quick identification. You can also personalize the kits for your music by adjusting filter, envelope, pitch, and pan parameters on individual drum sounds.
- Shape Sounds with Impressive Effects - The JD-Xi includes four simultaneous effects sections for enhancing any sound. Effect 1 and 2 provide selectable processing options such as Bit Crusher, Slicer, and Ring Mod, while dedicated Delay and Reverb sections make it easy to envelop sounds in spacious ambience. Each effects section can be turned on/off separately for the three synth sections and drums, allowing you to shape your mix with many creative combinations.
- Download Additional Sounds at Roland's Axial Site - Need some fresh inspiration, or maybe a sound for a particular style of music? Just visit the Axial sound library site, where you'll find a growing selection of free new sounds and patterns for the JD-Xi. Axial features sounds for many other Roland synths as well, all created by top engineers and leading electronic music artists.