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User:Tobii

2025-10-22T19:52:08Z

Tobii:

hi

here's my rack from March of 2025

[[File:tobi_M4.jpg|320px]][[File:tobi_MU50.jpg|320px|link=Yamaha MU50]]
[[File:tobi_2080.jpg|640px|link=JV-2080]]
[[File:tobi_vsx401.png|640px]]

My setup as of May of 2025 consists of the following:

* [[SC-8850|Roland ED SC-8850]]
* [[JV-2080|Roland JV-2080]]
:* SR-JV80-09 Session
:* SR-JV80-10 Bass & Drum
:* SR-JV80-11 Techno Collection
:* SR-JV80-16 Orchestral II
:* SR-JV80-19 House Collection
* [[MU2000|Yamaha MU2000EX]]
* [[Roland FA|Roland FA-06]]

User:Tobii

2025-10-22T19:15:06Z

Tobii: testing stuff dont mind me :3

__NOTALK__

hi

here's my rack from March of 2025

[[File:tobi_M4.jpg|320px]][[File:tobi_MU50.jpg|320px|link=Yamaha MU50]]
[[File:tobi_2080.jpg|640px|link=JV-2080]]
[[File:tobi_vsx401.png|640px]]

My setup as of May of 2025 consists of the following:

* [[SC-8850|Roland ED SC-8850]]
* [[JV-2080|Roland JV-2080]]
:* SR-JV80-09 Session
:* SR-JV80-10 Bass & Drum
:* SR-JV80-11 Techno Collection
:* SR-JV80-16 Orchestral II
:* SR-JV80-19 House Collection
* [[MU2000|Yamaha MU2000EX]]
* [[Roland FA|Roland FA-06]]

if i ever test stuff for the wiki i'll do it down here lol

User:Tobii

2025-10-20T01:00:22Z

Tobii: added link to the fa06 to my gear bc i made the page for it :3

Roland JV-1080

2025-10-20T00:57:57Z

Tobii: Added JV-1080 Video Manual video link to the external links section

{{Stub}}
{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-1080
| image = [[File:Roland JV-1080 front.jpg|320px]] '''Front''' [[File:Roland JV-1080 back.jpg|320px]] '''Rear'''
| dimensions = 482 × 88 × 281<ref name=1080-specs>Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual, page 164.</ref>
| rackunits = 2U, full width
| weight = 5.0 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1994
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''640 (total)''' 384 (preset, 3 banks of 128 patches) 128 (user) 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| drumpresets = '''10 (total)''' 6 (preset, 3 banks of 2 kits) 2 (user) 2 (General MIDI)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| expansion = 4× [[SR-JV80]] '''PCM Card Slot''' [[Roland SO-PCM1 series|SO-PCM1]] '''DATA Card Slot''' [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] [[Roland PN-JV80 series|PN-JV80]]
| effects = Reverb, Chorus 1× EFX (40 types)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| outputres = 32 kHz/18-bit
| battery = CR2032
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-90]]
| successor = [[Roland JV-2080]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-1080''' is a 64 voice, 16 part multitimbral rackmount synthesizer module in the [[Roland JV series]]. It is notable for being one of the most popular synthesizer to be used throughout the 90s, being used in countless pop songs, video games and more. It is a direct successor of the [[Roland JV-90]], however it also borrows a lot of elements from the [[Roland JD-990]] (as well as a few patches).

Notable changes from the prior lineup include an increase of polyphony from 28 voices (or 56 if using a [[VE-JV1]] or [[VE-GS1]] card) to 64 in total, regardless of expansion status. Multitimbrality has also been doubled, from 8 parts to 16 parts. Expansion abilities have greatly increased, by including additional board slots on the motherboard, something which would be further increased with its successor. It features 448 unique internal waveforms, up to four can be used in a single patch and each one can have its own WG section, Time variable filter (TVF), Time variable amplitude (TVA). Two tones can also share a signal path in different structures, which can provide additional tone features such as a booster or a ring modulator. It also features a ''Multi-Effector EFX'' (or EFX for short) - with 40 different algorithms available, each modifiable to fit the needs of a patch, as well as retaining the reverb and chorus from the [[JV-90]].

In simpler terms, this thing was a beast for 1994 standards, and still is very usable now. It's really no wonder Roland still features sounds from this unit in their contemporary offerings.

== Terminology ==
* '''Tone''' - refers to a ''single unit of sound.'' Each tone can have its own pitch, filter, amplitude, as well as envelopes to control all of these, and two assignable low-frequency oscillators.<ref group=terminology>Depending on what structure is selected. Please see [[#Structure]].</ref>
* '''Patch''' - consisting of up to four individual tones, playing at once. Can be saved into user memory and can be used alongside a ''performance''
* '''Performance''' - consisting of up to 16 individual patches. Each one may be played independently, at different pitches, panning and volume, and has its own independent complement of CC's and settings.
<references group="terminology"/>

== Editing ==
There is plenty of software that can be used to edit the [[JV-1080]], such as '''ChangeIt!''' and '''emagix SoundDiver''', among other freeware options. The rest of the section will document select parts of a patch in more detail.

=== Common ===
==== Analog Feel ====
This adds a subtle pitch fluctuation to the waveform, helping it feel more "analog".

==== Stretch tune ====
This will make high notes higher in pitch than normal, and low notes lower in pitch than normal, similar to an acoustic piano. The higher the setting, the more pitch is affected.

==== Priority ====
Controls how voices are culled if exceeding the 64 voice limit. '''Last''' eliminates the oldest voice, with '''Loudest''' eliminating the quietest voices.

==== Velocity Range ====
This option enables or disables the velocity range of a tone. This can be further configured with the '''Velocity Range''' settings.<ref name="patch">Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual, pages 42-56.</ref>

=== Structure ===
There are 10 different types of structure, that configure how two pairs of tones (1 and 2, or 3 and 4) will behave.<ref name="patch"/>

* '''Type 1''' is a simple passthrough, providing up to four total independent voices, each with their own filter and amplitude section.
* '''Type 2''' has the first WG (Wave Generator) section go through the first TVA, and then is merged with the second WG (which has not been modulated yet) into both TVF's, ending in the second TVA. Useful for enhancing filter response, according to the manual.
* '''Type 3''' is similar to ''Type 2'', however between the first TVA and the dual TVF, there is a booster section. The booster section acts like a distortion/clipper effect.
* '''Type 4''' is similar to ''Type 3'', with the booster being moved from between the first TVA to between the two TVF sections.
* '''Type 5''' is similar to ''Type 3'', with the booster being replaced by a ring modulator.
* '''Type 6''' is similar to ''Type 5'', but the ring modulator here can be mixed with the dry signal from Tone 2 to dial back the potential harshness of this effect.
* '''Type 7''' is sort of similar to ''Type 5'', however the first TVF is moved in front of the first TVA, right after the first tone's WG has been processed. The ring modulator now sits between the first TVA and the second TVF.
* '''Type 8''' is similar to ''Type 7'', however the dry signal from Tone 2 can be mixed with the ring modulator output similar to ''Type 6''.
* '''Type 9''' has both tones pass through individual TVF sections, but the first tone passes through its own TVA first, then gets ring modulated with the second tone, and then the final result passes through the second TVA.
* '''Type 10''' is like ''Type 9'', but like with ''Type 6'' and ''Type 8'', the ring modulator can be mixed with the post-TVF output of the second oscillator.

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
* [https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1080_OM.pdf Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual] 
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dx-5ENeBEVQ Roland JV-1080 Video Manual]

[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland FA

2025-10-16T22:45:58Z

Tobii: Added information about Exp-11 being unique to the FA Series of keyboards

The '''Roland FA''' is a line of workstation keyboards started by Roland in 2014. These keyboards came in 2 models, with a third being added to the line in 2017. Most notably, this keyboard contains most of the '''SuperNATURAL Acoustic''' ('''SN-A''') patches, A select few '''SuperNATURAL Drum Kit''' ('''SN-D''') patches, and all of the '''SuperNATURAL Synth''' ('''SN-S''') patches found in the '''[[Roland INTEGRA-7]]''', released just a year prior.

=== Model Breakdown ===


{| class="wikitable"
!style="width: 15%" |
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-06'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-08'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-07'''
|-
! Image
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
|style="text-align:center;" |1,008 x 300 x 101<ref name=FAReferenceManual>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual]</ref>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,415 x 340 x 142<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,231 x 311 x 107<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Weight
|style="text-align:center;" |5.7kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |16.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |8.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Keyboard
|style="text-align:center;" | '''61 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''88 Keys''' (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''76 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Standards
|style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan=3|'''[[General MIDI]], [[General MIDI 2]]'''<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Parts
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16 Part'''
|-
! Polyphony
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''128 Voice''' ''(Varies according to sound generator load<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>)'' '''8 Voice''' Sampler Polyphony<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Release Date
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=2|'''2014'''
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=1|'''2017'''
|-
! Presets
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''100''' SuperNATURAL Acoustic Presets '''1115''' SuperNATURAL Synth Presets '''5''' SuperNATURAL Drum Kit Presets '''1,152''' PCM Synth Presets '''65''' PCM Drum Kit Presets<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Effects
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16x''' MFX (68 Types) '''16x''' EQ (+1 Master EQ) '''6x''' Drum Part COMP+EQ Reverb (6 Types) Chorus (3 Types) Master Compressor <ref group=Notes name=MCtoIFX>''Can be changed to Insert FX (78 Types)''</ref> '''1x''' Total Effects (TFX) (29 Types) '''1x''' Mic Input Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Expansions
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''2x''' Virtual EXP Card Slot [[#Expansions|''Please refer here for more information'']]
|}

== Tone Engines ==


There are 2 main types of synthesis engines used for creating the sounds from each patch on the Roland FA series of keyboards.

Most notably, Those are the '''SuperNATURAL Tone Generation''', and '''PCM Tone Generation'''.

SuperNATURAL Tone Generation for the [[Roland FA]] series is divided into three main parts, SuperNATURAL '''Acoustic''', SuperNATURAL '''Synth''', and SuperNATURAL '''Drum Kit'''. (More commonly referred to as SN-A, SN-S, and SN-D respectively.) Each type of SN tone sports the PRST bank, alongside a USER bank for creating custom patches.

'''PCM Tone Generation''' functions similarly to how it does on synths that came before the FA series of keyboards, such as the Roland [[XV-5080]]. PCM Patches are split into two types, also similarly to how it functions on older synths.

The FA Series of keyboards contains all PCM patches from the Roland [[XV-5080]], while containing a select few Drum Kits from the Roland [[Fantom-G]], and the Roland [[Fantom-X]]

=== SuperNATURAL Acoustic ===
SuperNATURAL Acoustic tones are exclusively sampled instruments, such as Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Guitars, Basses, Clavs, Organs, Strings (Plucked & Bowed).

These sounds feature unique parameters and controls particular to that instrument, like adjusting the loudness of a fretnoise on a guitar tone, or the bars on an organ tone. SN-A tones adapt to how they are played, simulating proper dynamic change with velocity, or even switching from a legato type of sound to a section depending on how many voices are used. Roland refers to this as "behavior modeling".<ref name="behaviormodeling">[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/jupiter-80_tech_brief.pdf Tech Brief: Roland SuperNATURAL and Behavior Modeling]</ref>

While these tones are still sampled, they do not take from the PCM engine tones and cannot be edited like a standard PCM sound. This means these tones don't have the same editing capability of previous Roland synthesizers, or that of any PCM tones. Much of the patch functionality is baked into 1 oscillator/"instrument" bank sound loaded in the SN-A tone.

For a full list of all values editable during playback within a SuperNATURAL Acoustic tone, please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=118 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide].

=== SuperNATURAL Synth ===
The second type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Synth" which is a different tone generation engine entirely, utilizing 3 oscillators capable of SAW, SQR, PW-SQR, TRI, SINE, NOISE, SUPER-SAW as wave options, as well as the option to choose a PCM oscillator with its own selection of 450 PCM waveforms when working with the SN Synth engine. Every SN-S oscillator comes with a volume (AMP) & pitch envelope, 2 LFOs and a choice of 7 filter modes with the same envelope adjustments (filter ADSR, resonance, cutoff, velocity sensitivity, key feel, etc).

The entirety of the contents of SN Synth can be found in Roland's current flagship VST, [[Zenology]], as well as within The [[Roland INTEGRA-7]].

=== SuperNATURAL Drum Kit ===
The third and last type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Drum Kit". It is another percussion group similar to a rhythm set (PCM Drum Kit), though only capable of up to 62 mapped percussion tones (from Eb1 to E6).
SN Drum Kit tones are similar in implementation to SN Acoustic, where the legacy 4-partial system is done away with for a single Drum INST oscillator that has a lot of the functionality baked into whatever sound is chosen there.
And much like SN-A tones, features some properly emulated dynamics beyond typical volume difference, and timbral variance between strikes. The dynamic range can be adjusted per percussion basis.

Every percussion sound in an SN-D tone has a Variation parameter that influences how the rhythm is played (with 3 flams, 3 buzz rolls, and a normal roll as options). Some of which can be activated via MIDI Controls (CC). Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=120 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] for more.

Every percussion part has its own reverb and chorus parameter, tuning, attack, decay, panning. and like PCM Drum Kit, can access 6 sets of assignable EQs/Compressors to process a percussion tone.

=== PCM Synth ===
PCM Synth is where most of the sounds in the unit are, and its engine is largely based on the stereo 4-partial/oscillator tone architecture of previous Roland synthesizers like the [[XV-5080]].
The recreated XV content (PRST bank), the GM2 bank and most of the patches from the virtual expansions (EXP) are considered part of the "PCM Synth" Category.

=== PCM Drum Kit ===
PCM Drum Kit is much of the same in terms of implementation of Rhythm Sets from previous Roland modules, featuring up to 88 unique 4-partial percussion tones mapped across the keyboard and able to be edited and processed with the same set of envelopes and filters that PCM Synth tones have. The same set of 6 Equalizers and Compressors to process sounds in a PCM Drum Kit tone that were introduced on the [[INTEGRA-7]] are also present on the FA Series of Keyboards.

Despite the separation, PCM Drum Kits are still able to access the same PCM waves as PCM Synth Patches, much like rhythm sets from previous Roland modules can.

== Sequencer ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sequencer, allowing the user to record played notes as MIDI data, and play that same data back. The sequencer functions similarly to how the [[Fantom-G]] Sequencer functions, where you are given a view with all 16 parts (4 when zoomed in), and the ability to select & edit tracks individually.

The Onboard Sequencer functions similarly to that of a modern '''Digital Audio Workstation''' (DAW).

The patches loaded in each track mirror the currently loaded '''Studio Set''', which can be changed by the user. You are able to select tracks between using a specified Patch, or using the Onboard Sampler.

The data recorded on a PAD Track will create MIDI data on the PAD track according to the recording, allowing for Sample playback during songs created on the FA Series of keyboards.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

The Sequencer also allows you to export the song as either a Standard MIDI File (SMF), a WAV Stereo Mix, or WAV Multitrack.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

=== Recording Data ===
For recording, you are given many options. You can enable things such as Count-In, Realtime Quantization, Automatic Loop, Tempo Recording, Rhythm Pattern Sync, Etc. You are also able to select what specific parts you would like to record when using the record function.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

During a recording, All notes played on the keyboard of the FA will be registered and put into the selected track. On the sequencer, there are colors to denote what type of data is currently on the track at that part of the song.

If a track is Red, then there is Note data alongside other messages. If a track is Green, then only Non-Note data exists. If a track is Blue, then only note data exists.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

Alongside Real-Time Recording, You can also utilize a feature called Step Recording. This feature allows you to slowly play through your song, and more accurately place and remove notes to your liking.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

To undo any recording, Simply use the Undo function while on the sequencer screen. (SHIFT + 6)

=== Editing Recorded Data ===
The Onboard Sequencer allows you to also edit events in a view similar to what most DAW's tend to refer to as a List Editor. Here, you can view the midi data on a Piano Roll while being able to edit the specifics of every event on the track (Such as Note On Time, Note Length, Note Velocity, CC Controller, CC Value, Pitchbend, etc.). The [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=68 Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual] refers to this as Microscope View<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

You can also edit all tracks together, with some more broad features such as Quantizing, Erasing, or Transposing every single track & note in the current song that is loaded.

''For a more detailed explanation, Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=64 Page 64 of the Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual.]''

== Sampler ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sampler, similar to that of the SP-404 line of samplers by Roland. Utilizing the 16 pads on the FA, as well as 4 different banks, you can load up to 64 total samples on the Onboard Sampler.

You can either record samples from the Keyboard, or import samples from the SD card. Supported sample types are as follows
* WAV / AIFF File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency
** 8/16/24 Bit rate
* MP3 File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Format
** 44.1kHz Sampling Frequency
** 64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Bit rate, or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

== Effect Types ==
The FA Series of keyboards has many unique types of effects that can be quite confusing to the user when just listed out in order. This section will aim to break down each type and give more insight to them.

=== Multi Effects (MFX) ===
Multi-Effects (more commonly known as MFX) were previously called EFX on some older Roland synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]]. The MFX functions the same way it does on those, except allowing for all 16 parts to utilize a unique effect from a list of 67 different effects available to the user.

A Full list of the MFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=93 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 93

The FA series also allows the use of a Vocoder effect thanks to the help of the Microphone input on the back of the FA, making a total of 68 effects. This can only be used on Part 1, and cannot be used on any other part.

=== Insert Effects (IFX) ===
By switching the Master Compressor to utilizing Insert FX, you can use the same set of effects found on the [[Fantom X]] series of keyboards. These IFX function similarly to how EFX Functioned on synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]], however unlike MFX, IFX is Global and can only have 1 instance of that effect loaded. You can then choose to send specific parts to the IFX to allow more control on how much of the effect is present.

A Full list of the IFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=69 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 69 

=== Total Effects (TFX) ===
Total Effects (Also known as TFX) are a set of 29 unique effect types that can only be found on the FA line of keyboards put out by Roland. These will effect all of the audio leaving the FA keyboard, hence the name "Total Effects."

These are not very editable, with each TFX sporting only 3 parameters. You can also utilize the knobs on the FA keyboard to quickly go through preset mixes of the 3 values, allowing for much easier editing and scenarios for use in a live performance.

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed">
<div style="line-height:1.6;">''A full list of all TFX Types & descriptions can be viewed by expanding this list''</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
# '''FILTER + DRIVE'''
#* ''A low-pass filter with overdrive. It cuts the high frequencies and adds distortion''
# '''ISOLATER'''
#* ''Isolates or removes the low, mid, or high frequency ranges.''
# '''DJFX LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops a short portion of the input sound. You can vary the playback direction and playback speed of the input sound to add turntable-type effects''
# '''BPM LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops the input sound over a short period.''
# '''BIT CRUSH'''
#* ''Produces an extreme lo-fi effect''
# '''WAH'''
#* ''Produces a wah effect.''
# '''REVERB'''
#* ''Adds reverberation to the sound.''
# '''DELAY'''
#* ''Repeats the sound.''
# '''TAPE ECHO'''
#* ''Simulates a tape-type style echo unit of the past.''
# '''PITCH SHIFTER'''
#* ''Changes the pitch.''
# '''VOICE TRANS'''
#* ''Processes a human voice to create a variety of characters.''
# '''FLANGER'''
#* ''Creates modulation reminiscent of a jet airplane taking off and landing.''
# '''SLICER+FLG'''
#* ''Repeatedly cuts the sound. A flanger is added.''
# '''PHASER'''
#* ''Creates modulation by adding a phase-shifted sound.''
# '''CHORUS'''
#* ''Adds spaciousness and richness to the sound.''
# '''TREMOLO/PAN'''
#* ''Cyclically varies the volume or panning.''
# '''OVERDRIVE'''
#* ''Mildly distorts the sound.''
# '''DISTORTION'''
#* ''Intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''FUZZ'''
#* ''Adds overtones and intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''OCTAVE'''
#* ''Adds a pitch at lower octaves.''
# '''SUBSONIC'''
#* ''Adds a low-frequency sine wave based on the volume being input to the effect <ref group=Notes>Set the Balance at about 12 o’clock, turn Pitch all the way to the right, and set Threshold so that the sine wave is heard appropriately for the input source. After you’ve finished setting the Threshold, adjust the Pitch and Balance This is a useful way to strengthen a kick drum.</ref>
# '''RING MOD'''
#* ''Gives the sound a metallic character''
# '''CHROMATIC PS'''
#* ''A two-voice pitch shifter that changes the pitch in semitone steps.''
# '''C. CANCELLER'''
#* ''Cancels the vocal or other sound located in the center.''
# '''VINYL SIM'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from an analog record''
# '''RADIO TUNING'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from a radio.''
# '''NOISE GEN'''
#* ''Applies a lo-fi effect, and also adds noises such as white noise and record noise.''
# '''COMP'''
#* ''Makes the sound more consistent.''
# '''EQUALIZER'''
#* ''Adjusts the volume of each frequency region.''
</div>

== Expansions ==

By utilizing [https://axial.roland.com/ axial.roland.com], you can add Virtual Expansion (Exp) cards to your Roland FA via a USB.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

''Please note that the USB may not exceed more than 16 GB, otherwise the FA will not register or read from it.''

The available Expansion Cards are as follows:

* Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection
* Exp-02 Keys Collection
* Exp-03 World Collection
* Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection
* Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection
* Exp-06 Studio Collection
* Exp-07 Brass Collection
* Exp-08 Strings Collection
* Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection
* Exp-10 Orchestra Collection
* Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection

These Expansion Cards are repackaged versions of the [[Roland SRX series|SRX expansion boards]] made for previous Roland synthesizers.<ref group=Notes name=Exp11Oddity>''Exp-11 (Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection) is seemingly unique to the FA line of keyboards, as it supposedly has not seen any other use on any other Roland synthesizers.''</ref>

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=1| Name
!colspan=1| Waveforms
!colspan=1| Tones
!colspan=1| Rhythm Sets
!colspan=1| Notes and links
|-
|Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection||829||361||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-01-dance-trax-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-02 Keys Collection||629||406||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-02-keys-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-03 World Collection||629||406||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-03-world-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection||48||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-04-concert-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection||168||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-05-electric-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-06 Studio Collection||522||128||12||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-06-studio-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-07 Brass Collection||261||100||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-07-brass-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-08 Strings Collection||196||128||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-08-strings-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection||40||42||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-09-complete-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-10 Orchestra Collection||512||449||5||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-10-orchestra-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection||222||125||0||
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== Version 2.0 Upgrade ==
In June of 2017, Roland had announced their new keyboard joining the Roland FA Series of keyboards, the '''Roland FA-07'''. Along with this was the announcement of a firmware update for the existing '''FA-06''' and '''FA-08''' keyboards.<ref>[https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/roland-unveils-fa-07-v2-fa-series-software-update/ Roland Unveils FA-07 and v2 FA-series Software Update]</ref>

This update added a few new features that had been requested by users.

* Sound Remain<ref name=FAVer2>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]</ref>
** This allowed the user to easily set up instrument switches at the push of a button for live performances. By changing the Keyboard Group via the Pad Controls, you can create many layered patches for use at performances, or in a studio setting.
* Saving the current Pad Mode alongside the Studio Set<ref name=FAVer2/>
** The Pad Configuration was now able to be saved alongside the Studio Set, so that it can be unique for each Studio Set, removing a lot of hassle changing it for every performance.
* Virtual Pads<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Virtual Pads allowed the ability to use the numeric buttons below the display to perform the same function set on Sampler Pads 1 through 8.
* Master Keyboard Functionality<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Utilizing the MIDI OUT port on the back of the FA, this allowed the user to control external MIDI Devices by playing notes on the keyboard.
* Ableton Live Control via the DAW Control Mode<ref name=FAVer2/>
** This function added the ability to control Ableton Live to the DAW Control Mode. More about the DAW Control mode is mentioned later on this page.

== Other Functions ==

=== DAW Control Mode ===
The FA Series of keyboards, while being a proper synthesizer workstation, could also function as a MIDI Controller keyboard.

Upon pressing the DAW Control mode, the keyboard instantly stops producing sound from the keyboard, and instead uses the keyboard to transmit MIDI Messages to a computer over USB.

There are 3 different options tailored to specific DAWs available (4 with the Version 2.0 Firmware Update<ref name=FAVer2/>). The options are as follows<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>:

* '''LOGIC PRO'''
* '''SONAR'''
* '''CUBASE'''
* '''Ableton Live''' ''(Requires Version 2.0 Firmware Update)<ref name=FAVer2/>''

There is also a USER preset mapping, allowing you to map the controls to match the specific DAW you are using.

When using LOGIC PRO, SONAR, CUBASE, or USER, you are only given access to 8 of the 16 pads, and you can assign them to MIDI CC Controllers via the Controller menu in DAW Control Mode. In Ableton Live mode, you are given access to all 16 pads.

When using DAW Control mode, you are also able to control more than just MIDI Parameters by utilizing the Mackie Control Universal (MCU) Protocol. This allows you to stop, play, rewind, fast forward, and record, all from the keyboard itself.

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Logic Pro<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] -> [Control Surfaces] -> [Setup] to open the settings screen
# From the menu, choose [New] -> [Install]
# From the list of Model, choose “Mackie Control” and press “Add.”
# As the input port and the output port, specify “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Sonar<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] -> [Preferences] -> [MIDI Devices] to open the input/output device selection
# To the input devices and output devices, add “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”
# In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces]
# Press “Add new Controller/Surface” to access the control surface settings dialog box
# Choose “Mackie Control” as the control surface, choose “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL” as the input port and output port, and then press “OK.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Cubase<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using the Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device Setup]
# Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the dialog box, and choose "Mackie Control" from the pulldown menu.
# As the MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Mackie Control, specify "FA-06 08 DAW CTRL."
# In the left side of the dialog box, choose “MIDI Port Setup” to access the setting screen
# In “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL,” clear the check box from “In ’ALL MIDI Inputs’.”

=== D-Beam ===
D-Beam is a feature that has been on many Roland keyboards and synthesizers, starting in 1998 with the MC-505.

The controller is usually mounted in the equipment's panel facing upwards, and senses the performer's hand (or other body part) at a height of up to 15" (~40 cm) or so above the device.

Although controlled in a similar manner to a theremin, the operating principles are fundamentally different, since the theremin uses capacitive sensing.

On the FA Series of keyboards, you are able to map the D-Beam to function as either a standalone synth wave that changes pitch depending on the position of the performer's hand, or you can map it to the expression function (MIDI CC 11).

Alternatively, you can map it to a custom user option, definable in the Utility menu of the FA. You can assign it to a plethora of different values.

=== Demo Song Data ===
By default the SD Card that comes with the FA keyboard contains 4 demo songs, each utilizing the Sequencer, and some also utilizing the Sampler.

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_pythagoras.mp3 Pythagoras]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_black_eyes.mp3 Black Eyes]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_the_chasm.mp3 The Chasm]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_final_answer.mp3 Final Answer]

== Links ==

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Reference Manual]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_SoundList_multi01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Sound List]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Parameter Guide]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_MIDI_Imple_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 MIDI Implementation]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]

== Notes ==
<references group=Notes/>

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:General MIDI devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI 2 devices]]

Roland JV-1010

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-1010
| image = [[File:Roland JV-1010.jpg|320px]]
| dimensions = 218 × 45 × 237<ref name=1010-specs>Roland JV-1010 Owner's Manual, page 89.</ref>
| rackunits = 1U, half-width
| weight = 1.4 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1999
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''1023 (total)''' 512 (same as [[JV-2080]])<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 255 (from "Session")<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 128 (user)<ref name=1010-specs/> 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=1010-specs/>
| drumpresets = '''20 (total)''' 8 (same as [[JV-2080]])<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 8 (from "Session")<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 2 (user)<ref name=1010-specs/> 2 (General MIDI)<ref name=1010-specs/>
| expansion = 1× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] (plus [[SR-JV80]]-09 "Session" built-in)
| effects = Reverb, Chorus, 1× EFX<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-2080]]
| successor = [[Roland XV-3080]] → [[Roland XV-5080]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-1010''' is a synthesizer module in the [[Roland JV series]]. It is essentially a [[Roland JV-2080]] reduced to half-rack size, reduced EFX abilities (on par with the [[JV-1080]]), with more limited controls and only one [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] expansion slot, but with the "Session" expansion built-in. Patches can be selected with the panel controls, but patch editing requires editor software on a computer. Like its full-size counterpart, it has a [[General MIDI]] mode, but it is not the main focus of the device.

The [[Roland XV-2020]] is a similar half-size module from the [[Roland XV series]].

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1010_OM.pdf Roland JV-1010 Owner's Manual]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYMQ6xY2Rwo Roland promo video for the JV-1010 from 1999]

[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland JV-1010

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-1010
| image = [[File:Roland JV-1010.jpg|320px]]
| dimensions = 218 × 45 × 237<ref name=1010-specs>Roland JV-1010 Owner's Manual, page 89.</ref>
| rackunits = 1U, half-width
| weight = 1.4 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1999
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''1023 (total)''' 512 (same as [[JV-2080]])<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 255 (from "Session")<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 128 (user)<ref name=1010-specs/> 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=1010-specs/>
| drumpresets = '''20 (total)''' 8 (same as [[JV-2080]])<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 8 (from "Session")<ref name=1010-specs></ref> 2 (user)<ref name=1010-specs/> 2 (General MIDI)<ref name=1010-specs/>
| expansion = 1× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] (plus [[SR-JV80]]-09 "Session" built-in)
| effects = Reverb, Chorus, 1× EFX<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
| outputres = 44.1kHz/24-bit<ref group="infobox">This is a rough estimation, as the DAC cannot output 32kHz, as well as it cannot output 18-bit audio. However, it seems that all internal samples are still 32kHz/18-bit</ref>
| battery = CR2032
| notes = <references group="infobox" />
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-2080]]
| successor = [[Roland XV-3080]] → [[Roland XV-5080]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-1010''' is a synthesizer module in the [[Roland JV series]]. It is essentially a [[Roland JV-2080]] reduced to half-rack size, reduced EFX abilities (on par with the [[JV-1080]]), with more limited controls and only one [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] expansion slot, but with the "Session" expansion built-in. Patches can be selected with the panel controls, but patch editing requires editor software on a computer. Like its full-size counterpart, it has a [[General MIDI]] mode, but it is not the main focus of the device.

The [[Roland XV-2020]] is a similar half-size module from the [[Roland XV series]].

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1010_OM.pdf Roland JV-1010 Owner's Manual]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYMQ6xY2Rwo Roland promo video for the JV-1010 from 1999]

[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland JV-1080

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-1080
| image = [[File:Roland JV-1080 front.jpg|320px]] '''Front''' [[File:Roland JV-1080 back.jpg|320px]] '''Rear'''
| dimensions = 482 × 88 × 281<ref name=1080-specs>Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual, page 164.</ref>
| rackunits = 2U, full width
| weight = 5.0 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1994
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''640 (total)''' 384 (preset, 3 banks of 128 patches) 128 (user) 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| drumpresets = '''10 (total)''' 6 (preset, 3 banks of 2 kits) 2 (user) 2 (General MIDI)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| expansion = 4× [[SR-JV80]] '''PCM Card Slot''' [[Roland SO-PCM1 series|SO-PCM1]] '''DATA Card Slot''' [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] [[Roland PN-JV80 series|PN-JV80]]
| effects = Reverb, Chorus 1× EFX (40 types)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| outputres = 32 kHz/18-bit
| battery = CR2032
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-90]]
| successor = [[Roland JV-2080]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-1080''' is a 64 voice, 16 part multitimbral rackmount synthesizer module in the [[Roland JV series]]. It is notable for being one of the most popular synthesizer to be used throughout the 90s, being used in countless pop songs, video games and more. It is a direct successor of the [[Roland JV-90]], however it also borrows a lot of elements from the [[Roland JD-990]] (as well as a few patches).

Notable changes from the prior lineup include an increase of polyphony from 28 voices (or 56 if using a [[VE-JV1]] or [[VE-GS1]] card) to 64 in total, regardless of expansion status. Multitimbrality has also been doubled, from 8 parts to 16 parts. Expansion abilities have greatly increased, by including additional board slots on the motherboard, something which would be further increased with its successor. It features 448 unique internal waveforms, up to four can be used in a single patch and each one can have its own WG section, Time variable filter (TVF), Time variable amplitude (TVA). Two tones can also share a signal path in different structures, which can provide additional tone features such as a booster or a ring modulator. It also features a ''Multi-Effector EFX'' (or EFX for short) - with 40 different algorithms available, each modifiable to fit the needs of a patch, as well as retaining the reverb and chorus from the [[JV-90]].

In simpler terms, this thing was a beast for 1994 standards, and still is very usable now. It's really no wonder Roland still features sounds from this unit in their contemporary offerings.

== Terminology ==
* '''Tone''' - refers to a ''single unit of sound.'' Each tone can have its own pitch, filter, amplitude, as well as envelopes to control all of these, and two assignable low-frequency oscillators.<ref group=terminology>Depending on what structure is selected. Please see [[#Structure]].</ref>
* '''Patch''' - consisting of up to four individual tones, playing at once. Can be saved into user memory and can be used alongside a ''performance''
* '''Performance''' - consisting of up to 16 individual patches. Each one may be played independently, at different pitches, panning and volume, and has its own independent complement of CC's and settings.
<references group="terminology"/>

== Editing ==
There is plenty of software that can be used to edit the [[JV-1080]], such as '''ChangeIt!''' and '''emagix SoundDiver''', among other freeware options. The rest of the section will document select parts of a patch in more detail.

=== Common ===
==== Analog Feel ====
This adds a subtle pitch fluctuation to the waveform, helping it feel more "analog".

==== Stretch tune ====
This will make high notes higher in pitch than normal, and low notes lower in pitch than normal, similar to an acoustic piano. The higher the setting, the more pitch is affected.

==== Priority ====
Controls how voices are culled if exceeding the 64 voice limit. '''Last''' eliminates the oldest voice, with '''Loudest''' eliminating the quietest voices.

==== Velocity Range ====
This option enables or disables the velocity range of a tone. This can be further configured with the '''Velocity Range''' settings.<ref name="patch">Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual, pages 42-56.</ref>

=== Structure ===
There are 10 different types of structure, that configure how two pairs of tones (1 and 2, or 3 and 4) will behave.<ref name="patch"/>

* '''Type 1''' is a simple passthrough, providing up to four total independent voices, each with their own filter and amplitude section.
* '''Type 2''' has the first WG (Wave Generator) section go through the first TVA, and then is merged with the second WG (which has not been modulated yet) into both TVF's, ending in the second TVA. Useful for enhancing filter response, according to the manual.
* '''Type 3''' is similar to ''Type 2'', however between the first TVA and the dual TVF, there is a booster section. The booster section acts like a distortion/clipper effect.
* '''Type 4''' is similar to ''Type 3'', with the booster being moved from between the first TVA to between the two TVF sections.
* '''Type 5''' is similar to ''Type 3'', with the booster being replaced by a ring modulator.
* '''Type 6''' is similar to ''Type 5'', but the ring modulator here can be mixed with the dry signal from Tone 2 to dial back the potential harshness of this effect.
* '''Type 7''' is sort of similar to ''Type 5'', however the first TVF is moved in front of the first TVA, right after the first tone's WG has been processed. The ring modulator now sits between the first TVA and the second TVF.
* '''Type 8''' is similar to ''Type 7'', however the dry signal from Tone 2 can be mixed with the ring modulator output similar to ''Type 6''.
* '''Type 9''' has both tones pass through individual TVF sections, but the first tone passes through its own TVA first, then gets ring modulated with the second tone, and then the final result passes through the second TVA.
* '''Type 10''' is like ''Type 9'', but like with ''Type 6'' and ''Type 8'', the ring modulator can be mixed with the post-TVF output of the second oscillator.

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1080_OM.pdf Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual]

[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland JV-2080

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-2080
| image = [[File:Roland JV-2080-front.jpg|320px]]
| dimensions = 482 × 88 × 281<ref name=2080-specs>[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf#page=196 Roland JV-2080 Owner's Manual], page 196.</ref>
| rackunits = 2U, full width
| weight = 4.9 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1996
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''768 (total)''' 512 (preset, 4 banks of 128 patches) 128 (user) 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| drumpresets = '''12 (total)''' 8 (preset, 4 banks of 2 kits) 2 (user) 2 (General MIDI)
| expansion = 8× [[SR-JV80]] '''DATA Card Slot''' [[Roland M series Data cards|M-256E / 512E]] [[Roland PN-JV80|PN-JV80]]
| effects = Reverb (8 types), Chorus 3× EFX (40 types)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| outputres = 32 kHz/18-bit
| battery = CR2032
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-1080]]
| successor = [[Roland JV-1010]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-2080''' is a synth in the [[Roland JV series]], which improves upon the [[JV-1080]] that came out two years prior.

== JV-2080 Demo Songs ==

The JV-2080 Contains 3 Demo songs.
:# '''''Timepeace''''' by Scott Tibbs
:# '''''Denki''''' by Ryeland Allison
:# '''''Short Cuts''''' by Yuki Kato (Music Brains Inc.)

== Differences from the JV-1080 ==

The JV-2080 was the successor to the [[Roland JV-1080|JV-1080]], one of the most famous rack-mount synthesizers of the 1990s. Expanding on the original patches that were on the JV-1080 by adding a new bank of 128 new patches while only using the same internal waves that were included in the JV-1080. These 128 new patches were included in a new bank: PR-E (or Preset Bank E)

With the inclusion of PR-E, There were also many other improvements that were made. Instead of only 4x [[SR-JV80]] card slots, The JV-2080 includes 8 total [[SR-JV80]] Expansion slots.

With the inclusion of more powerful hardware with EFX, the JV-2080's performance mode allows up to 3 types of EFX to be used at once. Therefore you can route 3 different EFX types to different parts of your performance.

With the inclusion of the new PR-E bank on the JV-2080, The USER Bank is also different. The USER bank on the JV-2080 is a collection of patches from PR-E that were reorganized to be a "Best Of" series of patches.

The JV-2080 contained a bigger display and front panel similar to that of what was on the [[Roland JD-990]], Containing a 320x80 Green Backlit LCD Display.

The JV-2080 also included 4 total Character Styles in the settings. These change the 2080's Patch text appearance. Types 1 and 2 are from the [[Roland JD-990|JD-990]]. All 4 types are also on the [[Roland XV-5080|XV-5080]].
::* Type 1 had bold text, with mild spacing in between letters and moderate spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 2 had standard text, with mild spacing in between letters and moderate spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 3 had bold text, with little spacing in between letters and little spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 4 had standard text, with little spacing in between letters and little spacing between punctuation & spacing.

The JV-2080 has many of the same features as the JV-1080, so please read the [[Roland JV-1080|JV-1080]] article for information not listed here.

== Secret Functions on the JV-2080 ==

=== The JV-2080 Test Menu ===

The JV-2080 has a secret menu that was made for testing purposes that can be used to test your JV-2080 system functionality to make sure all functions work as intended.<ref name=2080-serv>[https://www.synfo.nl/servicemanuals/Roland/JV-2080_SERVICE_NOTES.pdf Roland JV-2080 Service Notes]</ref>

This mode was primarily used by repair shops so that they could ensure all parts replaced were working, or that the JV-2080 system was functional.

It is important to note that if you are accessing this menu, all USER settings '''''WILL BE ERASED.''''' Be sure to back up ALL of your USER data and patches before attempting to access this menu.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

You can access this menu by doing the following:
:1. Power Off your JV-2080
:2. Press & Hold the '''VALUE''', '''INC''', and '''DEC''' buttons.
:3. While holding those buttons, Power on your JV-2080<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

Functionality of the Test menu is as follows:

: '''''Main Menu'''''
:: This is the main menu, showing the text "JV2080 TEST" written out in the letters JV2080 TEST. (Seen below) You can also view the CPU Version, the PUB Version, and the ROM Version here.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::: Note, You can also access your CPU, PUB, and ROM Versions without this menu by going into Utility, and pressing down '''Tone Switch 1''' and '''F6'''.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

J V V 22 00 88 00 TTTTT EEEE SS TTTTT
J V V 2 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S S T
J V V 2 0 0 88 0 0 T EEE S T
J V V 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S T
J J VV 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S S T
JJ VV 2222 00 88 00 T EEEE SS T

:: From this screen, you can navigate to each built-in test for the JV-2080.

: '''''F1 - EXP Board Test'''''
:: This is a test for the EXP Boards on your JV-2080, If an SR-JV80 Wave Expansion board is installed in your JV-2080, it will appear with "OK" under the EXP slot it was installed into.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F2 - MIDI Test'''''
:: This is a test for MIDI Connectivity. The JV-2080 will output the MIDI Hexidecimal value "FE" for Active Sensing. Once the JV-2080 has received this same value, it marks the connection as OK. Stopping the MIDI Signal will move the JV-2080 onto the next test automatically.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F3 - CARD Test'''''
:: This is a test the CARD slot functionality. It will test the Battery, Protect Switch, Format, and R/W Speeds of the Data Card.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::* Before testing this, it is advised to back-up '''ALL DATA''' stored on a Data Card via System Exclusive messages.

: '''''F4 - Switch & LED Test'''''
:: This is a test for all of the buttons, and lights on a JV-2080. In order to proceed, you must press every button at least once. The LCD will display how many buttons are remaining, and what buttons have yet to be pressed.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
:: Each key press corresponds to a different note that is played when pressed.
:: Once pressing all of these buttons, the JV-2080 will allow you to move onto the next test.

: '''''F5 - LCD & Encoder Test'''''
:: This is a test for the LCD Display, and the VALUE Encoder knob. The display will ask you to press VALUE to check the LCD. Simply press VALUE and the entire LCD will display all pixels lit for you to check for dead pixels.
:: Scrolling the VALUE Knob will change the contrast of the display.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::: 10 lights will light up to indicate the current contrast value, from 1 to 10. 1 being '''Tone Switch 1''', and 10 being '''RX Toggle'''
:: To proceed from this test, Simply press F6.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F6 - Sound Test'''''
:: This is a test for the Audio Outputs on the JV-2080. Upon pressing the VALUE knob, The JV will play a sine wave out of the MIX output. Pressing the VALUE Knob will proceed the checks to the various outputs on the JV-2080, such as DIR1, DIR2, and 2 options for PHONES (XP & CSP)<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: Pressing F6 from here will return you to the main menu.

To leave the JV2080 TEST Menu, Press '''EXIT''' on the Main Menu.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
: If there are any tests that have not been performed, the LCD will ask if you would like to perform them.
: You can press F6 to proceed without performing the extra tests.

The LCD will then ask if you would like to return to Factory Settings (Factory Preset).<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
:: Please note that selecting "No" (F1) does not restore your previous settings. If you did not previously back them up, then they are deleted upon entering the JV-2080 Test Mode.

Once you press either Yes (F6) or No (F1), you will be sent back to the default settings. The JV-2080 will reset itself to USER Patch 001

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
* [https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf Roland JV-2080 Owner's Manual PDF]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV2080pat.pdf Roland JV-2080 Patch List]
* [https://www.synfo.nl/servicemanuals/Roland/JV-2080_SERVICE_NOTES.pdf Roland JV-2080 Service Notes]
[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland JV-2080

2025-10-13T00:42:43Z

Tobii: adding backup battery to infobox module

{{Infobox module
| name = Roland JV-2080
| image = [[File:Roland JV-2080-front.jpg|320px]]
| dimensions = 482 × 88 × 281<ref name=2080-specs>[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf#page=196 Roland JV-2080 Owner's Manual], page 196.</ref>
| rackunits = 2U, full width
| weight = 4.9 kg
| type = Fully-editable ROMpler sound module
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 1996
| standards = [[General MIDI]]<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| maxpoly = 64<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| numparts = 16<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| numpresets = '''768 (total)''' 512 (preset, 4 banks of 128 patches) 128 (user) 128 (General MIDI)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| drumpresets = '''12 (total)''' 8 (preset, 4 banks of 2 kits) 2 (user) 2 (General MIDI)
| expansion = 8× [[SR-JV80]] '''DATA Card Slot''' [[Roland M series Data cards|M-256E / 512E]] [[Roland PN-JV80|PN-JV80]]
| effects = Reverb (8 types), Chorus 3× EFX (40 types)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| battery = CR2032
| predecessor = [[Roland JV-1080]]
| successor = [[Roland JV-1010]]
}}
The '''Roland JV-2080''' is a synth in the [[Roland JV series]], which improves upon the [[JV-1080]] that came out two years prior.

== JV-2080 Demo Songs ==

The JV-2080 Contains 3 Demo songs.
:# '''''Timepeace''''' by Scott Tibbs
:# '''''Denki''''' by Ryeland Allison
:# '''''Short Cuts''''' by Yuki Kato (Music Brains Inc.)

== Differences from the JV-1080 ==

The JV-2080 was the successor to the [[Roland JV-1080|JV-1080]], one of the most famous rack-mount synthesizers of the 1990s. Expanding on the original patches that were on the JV-1080 by adding a new bank of 128 new patches while only using the same internal waves that were included in the JV-1080. These 128 new patches were included in a new bank: PR-E (or Preset Bank E)

With the inclusion of PR-E, There were also many other improvements that were made. Instead of only 4x [[SR-JV80]] card slots, The JV-2080 includes 8 total [[SR-JV80]] Expansion slots.

With the inclusion of more powerful hardware with EFX, the JV-2080's performance mode allows up to 3 types of EFX to be used at once. Therefore you can route 3 different EFX types to different parts of your performance.

With the inclusion of the new PR-E bank on the JV-2080, The USER Bank is also different. The USER bank on the JV-2080 is a collection of patches from PR-E that were reorganized to be a "Best Of" series of patches.

The JV-2080 contained a bigger display and front panel similar to that of what was on the [[Roland JD-990]], Containing a 320x80 Green Backlit LCD Display.

The JV-2080 also included 4 total Character Styles in the settings. These change the 2080's Patch text appearance. Types 1 and 2 are from the [[Roland JD-990|JD-990]]. All 4 types are also on the [[Roland XV-5080|XV-5080]].
::* Type 1 had bold text, with mild spacing in between letters and moderate spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 2 had standard text, with mild spacing in between letters and moderate spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 3 had bold text, with little spacing in between letters and little spacing between punctuation & spacing.
::* Type 4 had standard text, with little spacing in between letters and little spacing between punctuation & spacing.

The JV-2080 has many of the same features as the JV-1080, so please read the [[Roland JV-1080|JV-1080]] article for information not listed here.

== Secret Functions on the JV-2080 ==

=== The JV-2080 Test Menu ===

The JV-2080 has a secret menu that was made for testing purposes that can be used to test your JV-2080 system functionality to make sure all functions work as intended.<ref name=2080-serv>[https://www.synfo.nl/servicemanuals/Roland/JV-2080_SERVICE_NOTES.pdf Roland JV-2080 Service Notes]</ref>

This mode was primarily used by repair shops so that they could ensure all parts replaced were working, or that the JV-2080 system was functional.

It is important to note that if you are accessing this menu, all USER settings '''''WILL BE ERASED.''''' Be sure to back up ALL of your USER data and patches before attempting to access this menu.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

You can access this menu by doing the following:
:1. Power Off your JV-2080
:2. Press & Hold the '''VALUE''', '''INC''', and '''DEC''' buttons.
:3. While holding those buttons, Power on your JV-2080<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

Functionality of the Test menu is as follows:

: '''''Main Menu'''''
:: This is the main menu, showing the text "JV2080 TEST" written out in the letters JV2080 TEST. (Seen below) You can also view the CPU Version, the PUB Version, and the ROM Version here.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::: Note, You can also access your CPU, PUB, and ROM Versions without this menu by going into Utility, and pressing down '''Tone Switch 1''' and '''F6'''.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

J V V 22 00 88 00 TTTTT EEEE SS TTTTT
J V V 2 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S S T
J V V 2 0 0 88 0 0 T EEE S T
J V V 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S T
J J VV 2 0 0 8 8 0 0 T E S S T
JJ VV 2222 00 88 00 T EEEE SS T

:: From this screen, you can navigate to each built-in test for the JV-2080.

: '''''F1 - EXP Board Test'''''
:: This is a test for the EXP Boards on your JV-2080, If an SR-JV80 Wave Expansion board is installed in your JV-2080, it will appear with "OK" under the EXP slot it was installed into.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F2 - MIDI Test'''''
:: This is a test for MIDI Connectivity. The JV-2080 will output the MIDI Hexidecimal value "FE" for Active Sensing. Once the JV-2080 has received this same value, it marks the connection as OK. Stopping the MIDI Signal will move the JV-2080 onto the next test automatically.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F3 - CARD Test'''''
:: This is a test the CARD slot functionality. It will test the Battery, Protect Switch, Format, and R/W Speeds of the Data Card.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::* Before testing this, it is advised to back-up '''ALL DATA''' stored on a Data Card via System Exclusive messages.

: '''''F4 - Switch & LED Test'''''
:: This is a test for all of the buttons, and lights on a JV-2080. In order to proceed, you must press every button at least once. The LCD will display how many buttons are remaining, and what buttons have yet to be pressed.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
:: Each key press corresponds to a different note that is played when pressed.
:: Once pressing all of these buttons, the JV-2080 will allow you to move onto the next test.

: '''''F5 - LCD & Encoder Test'''''
:: This is a test for the LCD Display, and the VALUE Encoder knob. The display will ask you to press VALUE to check the LCD. Simply press VALUE and the entire LCD will display all pixels lit for you to check for dead pixels.
:: Scrolling the VALUE Knob will change the contrast of the display.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
::: 10 lights will light up to indicate the current contrast value, from 1 to 10. 1 being '''Tone Switch 1''', and 10 being '''RX Toggle'''
:: To proceed from this test, Simply press F6.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: '''''F6 - Sound Test'''''
:: This is a test for the Audio Outputs on the JV-2080. Upon pressing the VALUE knob, The JV will play a sine wave out of the MIX output. Pressing the VALUE Knob will proceed the checks to the various outputs on the JV-2080, such as DIR1, DIR2, and 2 options for PHONES (XP & CSP)<ref name=2080-serv></ref>

: Pressing F6 from here will return you to the main menu.

To leave the JV2080 TEST Menu, Press '''EXIT''' on the Main Menu.<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
: If there are any tests that have not been performed, the LCD will ask if you would like to perform them.
: You can press F6 to proceed without performing the extra tests.

The LCD will then ask if you would like to return to Factory Settings (Factory Preset).<ref name=2080-serv></ref>
:: Please note that selecting "No" (F1) does not restore your previous settings. If you did not previously back them up, then they are deleted upon entering the JV-2080 Test Mode.

Once you press either Yes (F6) or No (F1), you will be sent back to the default settings. The JV-2080 will reset itself to USER Patch 001

== References ==
<references />

== External links ==
* [https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf Roland JV-2080 Owner's Manual PDF]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV2080pat.pdf Roland JV-2080 Patch List]
* [https://www.synfo.nl/servicemanuals/Roland/JV-2080_SERVICE_NOTES.pdf Roland JV-2080 Service Notes]
[[Category:Roland JV devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]

Roland FA

2025-09-25T21:05:51Z

Tobii: Minor fixing.

The '''Roland FA''' is a line of workstation keyboards started by Roland in 2014. These keyboards came in 2 models, with a third being added to the line in 2017. Most notably, this keyboard contains most of the '''SuperNATURAL Acoustic''' ('''SN-A''') patches, A select few '''SuperNATURAL Drum Kit''' ('''SN-D''') patches, and all of the '''SuperNATURAL Synth''' ('''SN-S''') patches found in the '''[[Roland INTEGRA-7]]''', released just a year prior.

=== Model Breakdown ===


{| class="wikitable"
!style="width: 15%" |
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-06'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-08'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-07'''
|-
! Image
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
|style="text-align:center;" |1,008 x 300 x 101<ref name=FAReferenceManual>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual]</ref>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,415 x 340 x 142<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,231 x 311 x 107<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Weight
|style="text-align:center;" |5.7kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |16.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |8.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Keyboard
|style="text-align:center;" | '''61 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''88 Keys''' (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''76 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Standards
|style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan=3|'''[[General MIDI]], [[General MIDI 2]]'''<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Parts
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16 Part'''
|-
! Polyphony
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''128 Voice''' ''(Varies according to sound generator load<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>)'' '''8 Voice''' Sampler Polyphony<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Release Date
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=2|'''2014'''
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=1|'''2017'''
|-
! Presets
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''100''' SuperNATURAL Acoustic Presets '''1115''' SuperNATURAL Synth Presets '''5''' SuperNATURAL Drum Kit Presets '''1,152''' PCM Synth Presets '''65''' PCM Drum Kit Presets<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Effects
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16x''' MFX (68 Types) '''16x''' EQ (+1 Master EQ) '''6x''' Drum Part COMP+EQ Reverb (6 Types) Chorus (3 Types) Master Compressor <ref group=Notes name=MCtoIFX>''Can be changed to Insert FX (78 Types)''</ref> '''1x''' Total Effects (TFX) (29 Types) '''1x''' Mic Input Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Expansions
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''2x''' Virtual EXP Card Slot [[#Expansions|''Please refer here for more information'']]
|}

== Tone Engines ==


There are 2 main types of synthesis engines used for creating the sounds from each patch on the Roland FA series of keyboards.

Most notably, Those are the '''SuperNATURAL Tone Generation''', and '''PCM Tone Generation'''.

SuperNATURAL Tone Generation for the [[Roland FA]] series is divided into three main parts, SuperNATURAL '''Acoustic''', SuperNATURAL '''Synth''', and SuperNATURAL '''Drum Kit'''. (More commonly referred to as SN-A, SN-S, and SN-D respectively.) Each type of SN tone sports the PRST bank, alongside a USER bank for creating custom patches.

'''PCM Tone Generation''' functions similarly to how it does on synths that came before the FA series of keyboards, such as the Roland [[XV-5080]]. PCM Patches are split into two types, also similarly to how it functions on older synths.

The FA Series of keyboards contains all PCM patches from the Roland [[XV-5080]], while containing a select few Drum Kits from the Roland [[Fantom-G]], and the Roland [[Fantom-X]]

=== SuperNATURAL Acoustic ===
SuperNATURAL Acoustic tones are exclusively sampled instruments, such as Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Guitars, Basses, Clavs, Organs, Strings (Plucked & Bowed).

These sounds feature unique parameters and controls particular to that instrument, like adjusting the loudness of a fretnoise on a guitar tone, or the bars on an organ tone. SN-A tones adapt to how they are played, simulating proper dynamic change with velocity, or even switching from a legato type of sound to a section depending on how many voices are used. Roland refers to this as "behavior modeling".<ref name="behaviormodeling">[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/jupiter-80_tech_brief.pdf Tech Brief: Roland SuperNATURAL and Behavior Modeling]</ref>

While these tones are still sampled, they do not take from the PCM engine tones and cannot be edited like a standard PCM sound. This means these tones don't have the same editing capability of previous Roland synthesizers, or that of any PCM tones. Much of the patch functionality is baked into 1 oscillator/"instrument" bank sound loaded in the SN-A tone.

For a full list of all values editable during playback within a SuperNATURAL Acoustic tone, please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=118 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide].

=== SuperNATURAL Synth ===
The second type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Synth" which is a different tone generation engine entirely, utilizing 3 oscillators capable of SAW, SQR, PW-SQR, TRI, SINE, NOISE, SUPER-SAW as wave options, as well as the option to choose a PCM oscillator with its own selection of 450 PCM waveforms when working with the SN Synth engine. Every SN-S oscillator comes with a volume (AMP) & pitch envelope, 2 LFOs and a choice of 7 filter modes with the same envelope adjustments (filter ADSR, resonance, cutoff, velocity sensitivity, key feel, etc).

The entirety of the contents of SN Synth can be found in Roland's current flagship VST, [[Zenology]], as well as within The [[Roland INTEGRA-7]].

=== SuperNATURAL Drum Kit ===
The third and last type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Drum Kit". It is another percussion group similar to a rhythm set (PCM Drum Kit), though only capable of up to 62 mapped percussion tones (from Eb1 to E6).
SN Drum Kit tones are similar in implementation to SN Acoustic, where the legacy 4-partial system is done away with for a single Drum INST oscillator that has a lot of the functionality baked into whatever sound is chosen there.
And much like SN-A tones, features some properly emulated dynamics beyond typical volume difference, and timbral variance between strikes. The dynamic range can be adjusted per percussion basis.

Every percussion sound in an SN-D tone has a Variation parameter that influences how the rhythm is played (with 3 flams, 3 buzz rolls, and a normal roll as options). Some of which can be activated via MIDI Controls (CC). Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=120 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] for more.

Every percussion part has its own reverb and chorus parameter, tuning, attack, decay, panning. and like PCM Drum Kit, can access 6 sets of assignable EQs/Compressors to process a percussion tone.

=== PCM Synth ===
PCM Synth is where most of the sounds in the unit are, and its engine is largely based on the stereo 4-partial/oscillator tone architecture of previous Roland synthesizers like the [[XV-5080]].
The recreated XV content (PRST bank), the GM2 bank and most of the patches from the virtual expansions (EXP) are considered part of the "PCM Synth" Category.

=== PCM Drum Kit ===
PCM Drum Kit is much of the same in terms of implementation of Rhythm Sets from previous Roland modules, featuring up to 88 unique 4-partial percussion tones mapped across the keyboard and able to be edited and processed with the same set of envelopes and filters that PCM Synth tones have. The same set of 6 Equalizers and Compressors to process sounds in a PCM Drum Kit tone that were introduced on the [[INTEGRA-7]] are also present on the FA Series of Keyboards.

Despite the separation, PCM Drum Kits are still able to access the same PCM waves as PCM Synth Patches, much like rhythm sets from previous Roland modules can.

== Sequencer ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sequencer, allowing the user to record played notes as MIDI data, and play that same data back. The sequencer functions similarly to how the [[Fantom-G]] Sequencer functions, where you are given a view with all 16 parts (4 when zoomed in), and the ability to select & edit tracks individually.

The Onboard Sequencer functions similarly to that of a modern '''Digital Audio Workstation''' (DAW).

The patches loaded in each track mirror the currently loaded '''Studio Set''', which can be changed by the user. You are able to select tracks between using a specified Patch, or using the Onboard Sampler.

The data recorded on a PAD Track will create MIDI data on the PAD track according to the recording, allowing for Sample playback during songs created on the FA Series of keyboards.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

The Sequencer also allows you to export the song as either a Standard MIDI File (SMF), a WAV Stereo Mix, or WAV Multitrack.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

=== Recording Data ===
For recording, you are given many options. You can enable things such as Count-In, Realtime Quantization, Automatic Loop, Tempo Recording, Rhythm Pattern Sync, Etc. You are also able to select what specific parts you would like to record when using the record function.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

During a recording, All notes played on the keyboard of the FA will be registered and put into the selected track. On the sequencer, there are colors to denote what type of data is currently on the track at that part of the song.

If a track is Red, then there is Note data alongside other messages. If a track is Green, then only Non-Note data exists. If a track is Blue, then only note data exists.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

Alongside Real-Time Recording, You can also utilize a feature called Step Recording. This feature allows you to slowly play through your song, and more accurately place and remove notes to your liking.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

To undo any recording, Simply use the Undo function while on the sequencer screen. (SHIFT + 6)

=== Editing Recorded Data ===
The Onboard Sequencer allows you to also edit events in a view similar to what most DAW's tend to refer to as a List Editor. Here, you can view the midi data on a Piano Roll while being able to edit the specifics of every event on the track (Such as Note On Time, Note Length, Note Velocity, CC Controller, CC Value, Pitchbend, etc.). The [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=68 Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual] refers to this as Microscope View<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

You can also edit all tracks together, with some more broad features such as Quantizing, Erasing, or Transposing every single track & note in the current song that is loaded.

''For a more detailed explanation, Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=64 Page 64 of the Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual.]''

== Sampler ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sampler, similar to that of the SP-404 line of samplers by Roland. Utilizing the 16 pads on the FA, as well as 4 different banks, you can load up to 64 total samples on the Onboard Sampler.

You can either record samples from the Keyboard, or import samples from the SD card. Supported sample types are as follows
* WAV / AIFF File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency
** 8/16/24 Bit rate
* MP3 File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Format
** 44.1kHz Sampling Frequency
** 64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Bit rate, or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

== Effect Types ==
The FA Series of keyboards has many unique types of effects that can be quite confusing to the user when just listed out in order. This section will aim to break down each type and give more insight to them.

=== Multi Effects (MFX) ===
Multi-Effects (more commonly known as MFX) were previously called EFX on some older Roland synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]]. The MFX functions the same way it does on those, except allowing for all 16 parts to utilize a unique effect from a list of 67 different effects available to the user.

A Full list of the MFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=93 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 93

The FA series also allows the use of a Vocoder effect thanks to the help of the Microphone input on the back of the FA, making a total of 68 effects. This can only be used on Part 1, and cannot be used on any other part.

=== Insert Effects (IFX) ===
By switching the Master Compressor to utilizing Insert FX, you can use the same set of effects found on the [[Fantom X]] series of keyboards. These IFX function similarly to how EFX Functioned on synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]], however unlike MFX, IFX is Global and can only have 1 instance of that effect loaded. You can then choose to send specific parts to the IFX to allow more control on how much of the effect is present.

A Full list of the IFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=69 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 69 

=== Total Effects (TFX) ===
Total Effects (Also known as TFX) are a set of 29 unique effect types that can only be found on the FA line of keyboards put out by Roland. These will effect all of the audio leaving the FA keyboard, hence the name "Total Effects."

These are not very editable, with each TFX sporting only 3 parameters. You can also utilize the knobs on the FA keyboard to quickly go through preset mixes of the 3 values, allowing for much easier editing and scenarios for use in a live performance.

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed">
<div style="line-height:1.6;">''A full list of all TFX Types & descriptions can be viewed by expanding this list''</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
# '''FILTER + DRIVE'''
#* ''A low-pass filter with overdrive. It cuts the high frequencies and adds distortion''
# '''ISOLATER'''
#* ''Isolates or removes the low, mid, or high frequency ranges.''
# '''DJFX LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops a short portion of the input sound. You can vary the playback direction and playback speed of the input sound to add turntable-type effects''
# '''BPM LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops the input sound over a short period.''
# '''BIT CRUSH'''
#* ''Produces an extreme lo-fi effect''
# '''WAH'''
#* ''Produces a wah effect.''
# '''REVERB'''
#* ''Adds reverberation to the sound.''
# '''DELAY'''
#* ''Repeats the sound.''
# '''TAPE ECHO'''
#* ''Simulates a tape-type style echo unit of the past.''
# '''PITCH SHIFTER'''
#* ''Changes the pitch.''
# '''VOICE TRANS'''
#* ''Processes a human voice to create a variety of characters.''
# '''FLANGER'''
#* ''Creates modulation reminiscent of a jet airplane taking off and landing.''
# '''SLICER+FLG'''
#* ''Repeatedly cuts the sound. A flanger is added.''
# '''PHASER'''
#* ''Creates modulation by adding a phase-shifted sound.''
# '''CHORUS'''
#* ''Adds spaciousness and richness to the sound.''
# '''TREMOLO/PAN'''
#* ''Cyclically varies the volume or panning.''
# '''OVERDRIVE'''
#* ''Mildly distorts the sound.''
# '''DISTORTION'''
#* ''Intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''FUZZ'''
#* ''Adds overtones and intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''OCTAVE'''
#* ''Adds a pitch at lower octaves.''
# '''SUBSONIC'''
#* ''Adds a low-frequency sine wave based on the volume being input to the effect <ref group=Notes>Set the Balance at about 12 o’clock, turn Pitch all the way to the right, and set Threshold so that the sine wave is heard appropriately for the input source. After you’ve finished setting the Threshold, adjust the Pitch and Balance This is a useful way to strengthen a kick drum.</ref>
# '''RING MOD'''
#* ''Gives the sound a metallic character''
# '''CHROMATIC PS'''
#* ''A two-voice pitch shifter that changes the pitch in semitone steps.''
# '''C. CANCELLER'''
#* ''Cancels the vocal or other sound located in the center.''
# '''VINYL SIM'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from an analog record''
# '''RADIO TUNING'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from a radio.''
# '''NOISE GEN'''
#* ''Applies a lo-fi effect, and also adds noises such as white noise and record noise.''
# '''COMP'''
#* ''Makes the sound more consistent.''
# '''EQUALIZER'''
#* ''Adjusts the volume of each frequency region.''
</div>

== Expansions ==

By utilizing [https://axial.roland.com/ axial.roland.com], you can add Virtual Expansion (Exp) cards to your Roland FA via a USB.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

''Please note that the USB may not exceed more than 16 GB, otherwise the FA will not register or read from it.''

The available Expansion Cards are as follows:

* Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection
* Exp-02 Keys Collection
* Exp-03 World Collection
* Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection
* Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection
* Exp-06 Studio Collection
* Exp-07 Brass Collection
* Exp-08 Strings Collection
* Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection
* Exp-10 Orchestra Collection
* Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection

These Expansion Cards are repackaged versions of the [[Roland SRX series|SRX expansion boards]] made for previous Roland synthesizers.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=1| Name
!colspan=1| Waveforms
!colspan=1| Tones
!colspan=1| Rhythm Sets
!colspan=1| Notes and links
|-
|Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection||829||361||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-01-dance-trax-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-02 Keys Collection||629||406||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-02-keys-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-03 World Collection||629||406||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-03-world-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection||48||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-04-concert-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection||168||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-05-electric-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-06 Studio Collection||522||128||12||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-06-studio-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-07 Brass Collection||261||100||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-07-brass-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-08 Strings Collection||196||128||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-08-strings-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection||40||42||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-09-complete-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-10 Orchestra Collection||512||449||5||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-10-orchestra-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection||222||125||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-11_analogdigital_vintage_synth_collection/ ''Download (via Axial)''] '''''Requires the Version 2.0 Upgrade'''''
|}

== Version 2.0 Upgrade ==
In June of 2017, Roland had announced their new keyboard joining the Roland FA Series of keyboards, the '''Roland FA-07'''. Along with this was the announcement of a firmware update for the existing '''FA-06''' and '''FA-08''' keyboards.<ref>[https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/roland-unveils-fa-07-v2-fa-series-software-update/ Roland Unveils FA-07 and v2 FA-series Software Update]</ref>

This update added a few new features that had been requested by users.

* Sound Remain<ref name=FAVer2>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]</ref>
** This allowed the user to easily set up instrument switches at the push of a button for live performances. By changing the Keyboard Group via the Pad Controls, you can create many layered patches for use at performances, or in a studio setting.
* Saving the current Pad Mode alongside the Studio Set<ref name=FAVer2/>
** The Pad Configuration was now able to be saved alongside the Studio Set, so that it can be unique for each Studio Set, removing a lot of hassle changing it for every performance.
* Virtual Pads<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Virtual Pads allowed the ability to use the numeric buttons below the display to perform the same function set on Sampler Pads 1 through 8.
* Master Keyboard Functionality<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Utilizing the MIDI OUT port on the back of the FA, this allowed the user to control external MIDI Devices by playing notes on the keyboard.
* Ableton Live Control via the DAW Control Mode<ref name=FAVer2/>
** This function added the ability to control Ableton Live to the DAW Control Mode. More about the DAW Control mode is mentioned later on this page.

== Other Functions ==

=== DAW Control Mode ===
The FA Series of keyboards, while being a proper synthesizer workstation, could also function as a MIDI Controller keyboard.

Upon pressing the DAW Control mode, the keyboard instantly stops producing sound from the keyboard, and instead uses the keyboard to transmit MIDI Messages to a computer over USB.

There are 3 different options tailored to specific DAWs available (4 with the Version 2.0 Firmware Update<ref name=FAVer2/>). The options are as follows<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>:

* '''LOGIC PRO'''
* '''SONAR'''
* '''CUBASE'''
* '''Ableton Live''' ''(Requires Version 2.0 Firmware Update)<ref name=FAVer2/>''

There is also a USER preset mapping, allowing you to map the controls to match the specific DAW you are using.

When using LOGIC PRO, SONAR, CUBASE, or USER, you are only given access to 8 of the 16 pads, and you can assign them to MIDI CC Controllers via the Controller menu in DAW Control Mode. In Ableton Live mode, you are given access to all 16 pads.

When using DAW Control mode, you are also able to control more than just MIDI Parameters by utilizing the Mackie Control Universal (MCU) Protocol. This allows you to stop, play, rewind, fast forward, and record, all from the keyboard itself.

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Logic Pro<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] -> [Control Surfaces] -> [Setup] to open the settings screen
# From the menu, choose [New] -> [Install]
# From the list of Model, choose “Mackie Control” and press “Add.”
# As the input port and the output port, specify “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Sonar<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] -> [Preferences] -> [MIDI Devices] to open the input/output device selection
# To the input devices and output devices, add “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”
# In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces]
# Press “Add new Controller/Surface” to access the control surface settings dialog box
# Choose “Mackie Control” as the control surface, choose “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL” as the input port and output port, and then press “OK.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Cubase<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using the Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device Setup]
# Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the dialog box, and choose "Mackie Control" from the pulldown menu.
# As the MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Mackie Control, specify "FA-06 08 DAW CTRL."
# In the left side of the dialog box, choose “MIDI Port Setup” to access the setting screen
# In “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL,” clear the check box from “In ’ALL MIDI Inputs’.”

=== D-Beam ===
D-Beam is a feature that has been on many Roland keyboards and synthesizers, starting in 1998 with the MC-505.

The controller is usually mounted in the equipment's panel facing upwards, and senses the performer's hand (or other body part) at a height of up to 15" (~40 cm) or so above the device.

Although controlled in a similar manner to a theremin, the operating principles are fundamentally different, since the theremin uses capacitive sensing.

On the FA Series of keyboards, you are able to map the D-Beam to function as either a standalone synth wave that changes pitch depending on the position of the performer's hand, or you can map it to the expression function (MIDI CC 11).

Alternatively, you can map it to a custom user option, definable in the Utility menu of the FA. You can assign it to a plethora of different values.

=== Demo Song Data ===
By default the SD Card that comes with the FA keyboard contains 4 demo songs, each utilizing the Sequencer, and some also utilizing the Sampler.

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_pythagoras.mp3 Pythagoras]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_black_eyes.mp3 Black Eyes]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_the_chasm.mp3 The Chasm]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_final_answer.mp3 Final Answer]

== Links ==

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Reference Manual]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_SoundList_multi01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Sound List]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Parameter Guide]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_MIDI_Imple_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 MIDI Implementation]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]

== Notes ==
<references group=Notes/>

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:General MIDI devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI 2 devices]]

Roland FA

2025-09-25T17:28:08Z

Tobii: Condensing of FA Pages

The '''Roland FA''' is a line of workstation keyboards started by Roland in 2014. These keyboards came in 2 models, with a third being added to the line in 2017. This keyboard was meant to ''"Take the 'Work' Out of Music Workstation"''<ref>[https://www.roland.com/global/products/fa-06/ Roland FA-06 Product Page]</ref>, allowing the user to create and play music with it. Most notably, this keyboard contains most of the '''SuperNATURAL Acoustic''' ('''SN-A''') patches, A select few '''SuperNATURAL Drum Kit''' ('''SN-D''') patches, and all of the '''SuperNATURAL Synth''' ('''SN-S''') patches found in the '''[[Roland INTEGRA-7]]''', released just a year prior.

=== Model Breakdown ===


{| class="wikitable"
!style="width: 15%" |
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-06'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-08'''
!style="width: 20%" |'''FA-07'''
|-
! Image
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
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! W × D × H (mm)
|style="text-align:center;" |1,008 x 300 x 101<ref name=FAReferenceManual>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual]</ref>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,415 x 340 x 142<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |1,231 x 311 x 107<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Weight
|style="text-align:center;" |5.7kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |16.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" |8.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Keyboard
|style="text-align:center;" | '''61 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''88 Keys''' (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|style="text-align:center;" | '''76 Keys''' (with Velocity)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Standards
|style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan=3|'''[[General MIDI]], [[General MIDI 2]]'''<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Parts
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16 Part'''
|-
! Polyphony
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''128 Voice''' ''(Varies according to sound generator load<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>)'' '''8 Voice''' Sampler Polyphony<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Release Date
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=2|'''2014'''
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=1|'''2017'''
|-
! Presets
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''100''' SuperNATURAL Acoustic Presets '''1115''' SuperNATURAL Synth Presets '''5''' SuperNATURAL Drum Kit Presets '''1,152''' PCM Synth Presets '''65''' PCM Drum Kit Presets<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Effects
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''16x''' MFX (68 Types) '''16x''' EQ (+1 Master EQ) '''6x''' Drum Part COMP+EQ Reverb (6 Types) Chorus (3 Types) Master Compressor <ref group=Notes name=MCtoIFX>''Can be changed to Insert FX (78 Types)''</ref> '''1x''' Total Effects (TFX) (29 Types) '''1x''' Mic Input Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
|-
! Expansions
|style="text-align:center;" colspan=3|'''2x''' Virtual EXP Card Slot [[#Expansions|''Please refer here for more information'']]
|}

== Tone Engines ==


There are 2 main types of synthesis engines used for creating the sounds from each patch on the Roland FA series of keyboards.

Most notably, Those are the '''SuperNATURAL Tone Generation''', and '''PCM Tone Generation'''.

SuperNATURAL Tone Generation for the [[Roland FA]] series is divided into three main parts, SuperNATURAL '''Acoustic''', SuperNATURAL '''Synth''', and SuperNATURAL '''Drum Kit'''. (More commonly referred to as SN-A, SN-S, and SN-D respectively.) Each type of SN tone sports the PRST bank, alongside a USER bank for creating custom patches.

'''PCM Tone Generation''' functions similarly to how it does on synths that came before the FA series of keyboards, such as the Roland [[XV-5080]]. PCM Patches are split into two types, also similarly to how it functions on older synths.

The FA Series of keyboards contains all PCM patches from the Roland [[XV-5080]], while containing a select few Drum Kits from the Roland [[Fantom-G]], and the Roland [[Fantom-X]]

=== SuperNATURAL Acoustic ===
SuperNATURAL Acoustic tones are exclusively sampled instruments, such as Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Guitars, Basses, Clavs, Organs, Strings (Plucked & Bowed).

These sounds feature unique parameters and controls particular to that instrument, like adjusting the loudness of a fretnoise on a guitar tone, or the bars on an organ tone. SN-A tones adapt to how they are played, simulating proper dynamic change with velocity, or even switching from a legato type of sound to a section depending on how many voices are used. Roland refers to this as "behavior modeling".<ref name="behaviormodeling">[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/jupiter-80_tech_brief.pdf Tech Brief: Roland SuperNATURAL and Behavior Modeling]</ref>

While these tones are still sampled, they do not take from the PCM engine tones and cannot be edited like a standard PCM sound. This means these tones don't have the same editing capability of previous Roland synthesizers, or that of any PCM tones. Much of the patch functionality is baked into 1 oscillator/"instrument" bank sound loaded in the SN-A tone.

For a full list of all values editable during playback within a SuperNATURAL Acoustic tone, please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=118 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide].

=== SuperNATURAL Synth ===
The second type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Synth" which is a different tone generation engine entirely, utilizing 3 oscillators capable of SAW, SQR, PW-SQR, TRI, SINE, NOISE, SUPER-SAW as wave options, as well as the option to choose a PCM oscillator with its own selection of 450 PCM waveforms when working with the SN Synth engine. Every SN-S oscillator comes with a volume (AMP) & pitch envelope, 2 LFOs and a choice of 7 filter modes with the same envelope adjustments (filter ADSR, resonance, cutoff, velocity sensitivity, key feel, etc).

The entirety of the contents of SN Synth can be found in Roland's current flagship VST, [[Zenology]], as well as within The [[Roland INTEGRA-7]].

=== SuperNATURAL Drum Kit ===
The third and last type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Drum Kit". It is another percussion group similar to a rhythm set (PCM Drum Kit), though only capable of up to 62 mapped percussion tones (from Eb1 to E6).
SN Drum Kit tones are similar in implementation to SN Acoustic, where the legacy 4-partial system is done away with for a single Drum INST oscillator that has a lot of the functionality baked into whatever sound is chosen there.
And much like SN-A tones, features some properly emulated dynamics beyond typical volume difference, and timbral variance between strikes. The dynamic range can be adjusted per percussion basis.

Every percussion sound in an SN-D tone has a Variation parameter that influences how the rhythm is played (with 3 flams, 3 buzz rolls, and a normal roll as options). Some of which can be activated via MIDI Controls (CC). Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=120 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] for more.

Every percussion part has its own reverb and chorus parameter, tuning, attack, decay, panning. and like PCM Drum Kit, can access 6 sets of assignable EQs/Compressors to process a percussion tone.

=== PCM Synth ===
PCM Synth is where most of the sounds in the unit are, and its engine is largely based on the stereo 4-partial/oscillator tone architecture of previous Roland synthesizers like the [[XV-5080]].
The recreated XV content (PRST bank), the GM2 bank and most of the patches from the virtual expansions (EXP) are considered part of the "PCM Synth" Category.

=== PCM Drum Kit ===
PCM Drum Kit is much of the same in terms of implementation of Rhythm Sets from previous Roland modules, featuring up to 88 unique 4-partial percussion tones mapped across the keyboard and able to be edited and processed with the same set of envelopes and filters that PCM Synth tones have. The same set of 6 Equalizers and Compressors to process sounds in a PCM Drum Kit tone that were introduced on the [[INTEGRA-7]] are also present on the FA Series of Keyboards.

Despite the separation, PCM Drum Kits are still able to access the same PCM waves as PCM Synth Patches, much like rhythm sets from previous Roland modules can.

== Sequencer ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sequencer, allowing the user to record played notes as MIDI data, and play that same data back. The sequencer functions similarly to how the [[Fantom-G]] Sequencer functions, where you are given a view with all 16 parts (4 when zoomed in), and the ability to select & edit tracks individually.

The Onboard Sequencer functions similarly to that of a modern '''Digital Audio Workstation''' (DAW).

The patches loaded in each track mirror the currently loaded '''Studio Set''', which can be changed by the user. You are able to select tracks between using a specified Patch, or using the Onboard Sampler.

The data recorded on a PAD Track will create MIDI data on the PAD track according to the recording, allowing for Sample playback during songs created on the FA Series of keyboards.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

The Sequencer also allows you to export the song as either a Standard MIDI File (SMF), a WAV Stereo Mix, or WAV Multitrack.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

=== Recording Data ===
For recording, you are given many options. You can enable things such as Count-In, Realtime Quantization, Automatic Loop, Tempo Recording, Rhythm Pattern Sync, Etc. You are also able to select what specific parts you would like to record when using the record function.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

During a recording, All notes played on the keyboard of the FA will be registered and put into the selected track. On the sequencer, there are colors to denote what type of data is currently on the track at that part of the song.

If a track is Red, then there is Note data alongside other messages. If a track is Green, then only Non-Note data exists. If a track is Blue, then only note data exists.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

Alongside Real-Time Recording, You can also utilize a feature called Step Recording. This feature allows you to slowly play through your song, and more accurately place and remove notes to your liking.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

To undo any recording, Simply use the Undo function while on the sequencer screen. (SHIFT + 6)

=== Editing Recorded Data ===
The Onboard Sequencer allows you to also edit events in a view similar to what most DAW's tend to refer to as a List Editor. Here, you can view the midi data on a Piano Roll while being able to edit the specifics of every event on the track (Such as Note On Time, Note Length, Note Velocity, CC Controller, CC Value, Pitchbend, etc.). The [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=68 Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual] refers to this as Microscope View<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

You can also edit all tracks together, with some more broad features such as Quantizing, Erasing, or Transposing every single track & note in the current song that is loaded.

''For a more detailed explanation, Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=64 Page 64 of the Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual.]''

== Sampler ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sampler, similar to that of the SP-404 line of samplers by Roland. Utilizing the 16 pads on the FA, as well as 4 different banks, you can load up to 64 total samples on the Onboard Sampler.

You can either record samples from the Keyboard, or import samples from the SD card. Supported sample types are as follows
* WAV / AIFF File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency
** 8/16/24 Bit rate
* MP3 File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Format
** 44.1kHz Sampling Frequency
** 64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Bit rate, or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

== Effect Types ==
The FA Series of keyboards has many unique types of effects that can be quite confusing to the user when just listed out in order. This section will aim to break down each type and give more insight to them.

=== Multi Effects (MFX) ===
Multi-Effects (more commonly known as MFX) were previously called EFX on some older Roland synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]]. The MFX functions the same way it does on those, except allowing for all 16 parts to utilize a unique effect from a list of 67 different effects available to the user.

A Full list of the MFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=93 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 93

The FA series also allows the use of a Vocoder effect thanks to the help of the Microphone input on the back of the FA, making a total of 68 effects. This can only be used on Part 1, and cannot be used on any other part.

=== Insert Effects (IFX) ===
By switching the Master Compressor to utilizing Insert FX, you can use the same set of effects found on the [[Fantom X]] series of keyboards. These IFX function similarly to how EFX Functioned on synthesizers like the [[JV-2080]], however unlike MFX, IFX is Global and can only have 1 instance of that effect loaded. You can then choose to send specific parts to the IFX to allow more control on how much of the effect is present.

A Full list of the IFX Types offered to the user can be found in the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=69 FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] on Page 69 

=== Total Effects (TFX) ===
Total Effects (Also known as TFX) are a set of 29 unique effect types that can only be found on the FA line of keyboards put out by Roland. These will effect all of the audio leaving the FA keyboard, hence the name "Total Effects."

These are not very editable, with each TFX sporting only 3 parameters. You can also utilize the knobs on the FA keyboard to quickly go through preset mixes of the 3 values, allowing for much easier editing and scenarios for use in a live performance.

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed">
<div style="line-height:1.6;">''A full list of all TFX Types & descriptions can be viewed by expanding this list''</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
# '''FILTER + DRIVE'''
#* ''A low-pass filter with overdrive. It cuts the high frequencies and adds distortion''
# '''ISOLATER'''
#* ''Isolates or removes the low, mid, or high frequency ranges.''
# '''DJFX LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops a short portion of the input sound. You can vary the playback direction and playback speed of the input sound to add turntable-type effects''
# '''BPM LOOPER'''
#* ''Loops the input sound over a short period.''
# '''BIT CRUSH'''
#* ''Produces an extreme lo-fi effect''
# '''WAH'''
#* ''Produces a wah effect.''
# '''REVERB'''
#* ''Adds reverberation to the sound.''
# '''DELAY'''
#* ''Repeats the sound.''
# '''TAPE ECHO'''
#* ''Simulates a tape-type style echo unit of the past.''
# '''PITCH SHIFTER'''
#* ''Changes the pitch.''
# '''VOICE TRANS'''
#* ''Processes a human voice to create a variety of characters.''
# '''FLANGER'''
#* ''Creates modulation reminiscent of a jet airplane taking off and landing.''
# '''SLICER+FLG'''
#* ''Repeatedly cuts the sound. A flanger is added.''
# '''PHASER'''
#* ''Creates modulation by adding a phase-shifted sound.''
# '''CHORUS'''
#* ''Adds spaciousness and richness to the sound.''
# '''TREMOLO/PAN'''
#* ''Cyclically varies the volume or panning.''
# '''OVERDRIVE'''
#* ''Mildly distorts the sound.''
# '''DISTORTION'''
#* ''Intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''FUZZ'''
#* ''Adds overtones and intensely distorts the sound.''
# '''OCTAVE'''
#* ''Adds a pitch at lower octaves.''
# '''SUBSONIC'''
#* ''Adds a low-frequency sine wave based on the volume being input to the effect <ref group=Notes>Set the Balance at about 12 o’clock, turn Pitch all the way to the right, and set Threshold so that the sine wave is heard appropriately for the input source. After you’ve finished setting the Threshold, adjust the Pitch and Balance This is a useful way to strengthen a kick drum.</ref>
# '''RING MOD'''
#* ''Gives the sound a metallic character''
# '''CHROMATIC PS'''
#* ''A two-voice pitch shifter that changes the pitch in semitone steps.''
# '''C. CANCELLER'''
#* ''Cancels the vocal or other sound located in the center.''
# '''VINYL SIM'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from an analog record''
# '''RADIO TUNING'''
#* ''Simulates sound heard from a radio.''
# '''NOISE GEN'''
#* ''Applies a lo-fi effect, and also adds noises such as white noise and record noise.''
# '''COMP'''
#* ''Makes the sound more consistent.''
# '''EQUALIZER'''
#* ''Adjusts the volume of each frequency region.''
</div>

== Expansions ==

By utilizing [https://axial.roland.com/ axial.roland.com], you can add Virtual Expansion (Exp) cards to your Roland FA via a USB.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

''Please note that the USB may not exceed more than 16 GB, otherwise the FA will not register or read from it.''

The available Expansion Cards are as follows:

* Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection
* Exp-02 Keys Collection
* Exp-03 World Collection
* Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection
* Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection
* Exp-06 Studio Collection
* Exp-07 Brass Collection
* Exp-08 Strings Collection
* Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection
* Exp-10 Orchestra Collection
* Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection

These Expansion Cards are repackaged versions of the [[Roland SRX series|SRX expansion boards]] made for previous Roland synthesizers.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=1| Name
!colspan=1| Waveforms
!colspan=1| Tones
!colspan=1| Rhythm Sets
!colspan=1| Notes and links
|-
|Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection||829||361||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-01-dance-trax-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-02 Keys Collection||629||406||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-02-keys-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-03 World Collection||629||406||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-03-world-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection||48||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-04-concert-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection||168||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-05-electric-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-06 Studio Collection||522||128||12||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-06-studio-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-07 Brass Collection||261||100||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-07-brass-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-08 Strings Collection||196||128||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-08-strings-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection||40||42||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-09-complete-piano-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-10 Orchestra Collection||512||449||5||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-10-orchestra-collection/ ''Download (via Axial)'']
|-
|Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection||222||125||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-11_analogdigital_vintage_synth_collection/ ''Download (via Axial)''] '''''Requires the Version 2.0 Upgrade'''''
|}

== Version 2.0 Upgrade ==
In June of 2017, Roland had announced their new keyboard joining the Roland FA Series of keyboards, the '''Roland FA-07'''. Along with this was the announcement of a firmware update for the existing '''FA-06''' and '''FA-08''' keyboards.<ref>[https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/roland-unveils-fa-07-v2-fa-series-software-update/ Roland Unveils FA-07 and v2 FA-series Software Update]</ref>

This update added a few new features that had been requested by users.

* Sound Remain<ref name=FAVer2>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]</ref>
** This allowed the user to easily set up instrument switches at the push of a button for live performances. By changing the Keyboard Group via the Pad Controls, you can create many layered patches for use at performances, or in a studio setting.
* Saving the current Pad Mode alongside the Studio Set<ref name=FAVer2/>
** The Pad Configuration was now able to be saved alongside the Studio Set, so that it can be unique for each Studio Set, removing a lot of hassle changing it for every performance.
* Virtual Pads<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Virtual Pads allowed the ability to use the numeric buttons below the display to perform the same function set on Sampler Pads 1 through 8.
* Master Keyboard Functionality<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Utilizing the MIDI OUT port on the back of the FA, this allowed the user to control external MIDI Devices by playing notes on the keyboard.
* Ableton Live Control via the DAW Control Mode<ref name=FAVer2/>
** This function added the ability to control Ableton Live to the DAW Control Mode. More about the DAW Control mode is mentioned later on this page.

== Other Functions ==

=== DAW Control Mode ===
The FA Series of keyboards, while being a proper synthesizer workstation, could also function as a MIDI Controller keyboard.

Upon pressing the DAW Control mode, the keyboard instantly stops producing sound from the keyboard, and instead uses the keyboard to transmit MIDI Messages to a computer over USB.

There are 3 different options tailored to specific DAWs available (4 with the Version 2.0 Firmware Update<ref name=FAVer2/>). The options are as follows<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>:

* '''LOGIC PRO'''
* '''SONAR'''
* '''CUBASE'''
* '''Ableton Live''' ''(Requires Version 2.0 Firmware Update)<ref name=FAVer2/>''

There is also a USER preset mapping, allowing you to map the controls to match the specific DAW you are using.

When using LOGIC PRO, SONAR, CUBASE, or USER, you are only given access to 8 of the 16 pads, and you can assign them to MIDI CC Controllers via the Controller menu in DAW Control Mode. In Ableton Live mode, you are given access to all 16 pads.

When using DAW Control mode, you are also able to control more than just MIDI Parameters by utilizing the Mackie Control Universal (MCU) Protocol. This allows you to stop, play, rewind, fast forward, and record, all from the keyboard itself.

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Logic Pro<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] -> [Control Surfaces] -> [Setup] to open the settings screen
# From the menu, choose [New] -> [Install]
# From the list of Model, choose “Mackie Control” and press “Add.”
# As the input port and the output port, specify “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Sonar<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] -> [Preferences] -> [MIDI Devices] to open the input/output device selection
# To the input devices and output devices, add “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”
# In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces]
# Press “Add new Controller/Surface” to access the control surface settings dialog box
# Choose “Mackie Control” as the control surface, choose “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL” as the input port and output port, and then press “OK.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Cubase<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using the Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device Setup]
# Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the dialog box, and choose "Mackie Control" from the pulldown menu.
# As the MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Mackie Control, specify "FA-06 08 DAW CTRL."
# In the left side of the dialog box, choose “MIDI Port Setup” to access the setting screen
# In “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL,” clear the check box from “In ’ALL MIDI Inputs’.”

=== D-Beam ===
D-Beam is a feature that has been on many Roland keyboards and synthesizers, starting in 1998 with the MC-505.

The controller is usually mounted in the equipment's panel facing upwards, and senses the performer's hand (or other body part) at a height of up to 15" (~40 cm) or so above the device.

Although controlled in a similar manner to a theremin, the operating principles are fundamentally different, since the theremin uses capacitive sensing.

On the FA Series of keyboards, you are able to map the D-Beam to function as either a standalone synth wave that changes pitch depending on the position of the performer's hand, or you can map it to the expression function (MIDI CC 11).

Alternatively, you can map it to a custom user option, definable in the Utility menu of the FA. You can assign it to a plethora of different values.

=== Demo Song Data ===
By default the SD Card that comes with the FA keyboard contains 4 demo songs, each utilizing the Sequencer, and some also utilizing the Sampler.

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_pythagoras.mp3 Pythagoras]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_black_eyes.mp3 Black Eyes]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_the_chasm.mp3 The Chasm]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_final_answer.mp3 Final Answer]

== Links ==

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Reference Manual]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_SoundList_multi01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Sound List]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Parameter Guide]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_MIDI_Imple_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 MIDI Implementation]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]

== Notes ==
<references group=Notes/>

== References ==
<references />

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[[Category:General MIDI 2 devices]]

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland FA-06
| image = {{Photo wanted}}
| dimensions = 1,008 x 300 x 101<ref name=FAReferenceManual>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual]</ref>
| weight = 5.7kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 2014
| standards = [[General MIDI]] [[General MIDI System Level 2|General MIDI 2]]<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| maxpoly = 128<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| numparts = 16<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| numpresets = 100 SuperNATURAL Acoustic Presets 1115 SuperNATURAL Synth Presets 5 SuperNATURAL Drum Kit Presets 1,152 PCM Synth Presets 65 PCM Drum Kit Presets<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| effects = 16x MFX (68 Types) 16x EQ (+1 Master EQ) 6x Drum Part COMP+EQ Reverb (6 Types) Chorus (3 Types) Master Compressor <ref group=Notes name=MCtoIFX>Can be changed to Insert FX (78 Types)</ref> 1x Total Effects (TFX) (29 Types) 1x Mic Input Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| predecessor = [[Roland FA-08]]
| successor = [[Roland FA-07]]
}}

The '''Roland FA-06''' is the 61-Key variant of the [[Roland FA]] line of keyboards. Released in 2014, This keyboard was meant to be a modern workstation keyboard, allowing the user to create and play music with it. Most notably, this keyboard contains most of the '''SuperNATURAL Acoustic''' ('''SN-A''') patches, A select few '''SuperNATURAL Drum Kit''' ('''SN-D''') patches, and all of the '''SuperNATURAL Synth''' ('''SN-S''') patches found in the '''[[Roland INTEGRA-7]]''', released just a year prior.

This keyboard released alongside the [[Roland FA-08]], which was the 88-key variant of the [[Roland FA]] line of keyboards.

== Tone Engines ==


There are 2 main types of synthesis engines used for creating the sounds from each patch on the Roland FA series of keyboards.

Most notably, Those are the '''SuperNATURAL Tone Generation''', and '''PCM Tone Generation'''.

SuperNATURAL Tone Generation for the [[Roland FA]] series is divided into three main parts, SuperNATURAL '''Acoustic''', SuperNATURAL '''Synth''', and SuperNATURAL '''Drum Kit'''. (More commonly referred to as SN-A, SN-S, and SN-D respectively.) Each type of SN tone sports the PRST bank, alongside a USER bank for creating custom patches.

'''PCM Tone Generation''' functions similarly to how it does on synths that came before the FA series of keyboards, such as the Roland [[XV-5080]]. PCM Patches are split into two types, also similarly to how it functions on older synths.

The FA Series of keyboards contains all PCM patches from the Roland [[XV-5080]], while containing a select few Drum Kits from the Roland [[Fantom-G]], and the Roland [[Fantom-X]]

=== SuperNATURAL Acoustic ===
SuperNATURAL Acoustic tones are exclusively sampled instruments, such as Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Guitars, Basses, Clavs, Organs, Strings (Plucked & Bowed).

These sounds feature unique parameters and controls particular to that instrument, like adjusting the loudness of a fretnoise on a guitar tone, or the bars on an organ tone. SN-A tones adapt to how they are played, simulating proper dynamic change with velocity, or even switching from a legato type of sound to a section depending on how many voices are used. Roland refers to this as "behavior modeling".<ref name="behaviormodeling">[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/jupiter-80_tech_brief.pdf Tech Brief: Roland SuperNATURAL and Behavior Modeling]</ref>

While these tones are still sampled, they do not take from the PCM engine tones and cannot be edited like a standard PCM sound. This means these tones don't have the same editing capability of previous Roland synthesizers, or that of any PCM tones. Much of the patch functionality is baked into 1 oscillator/"instrument" bank sound loaded in the SN-A tone.

For a full list of all values editable during playback within a SuperNATURAL Acoustic tone, please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=118 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide].

=== SuperNATURAL Synth ===
The second type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Synth" which is a different tone generation engine entirely, utilizing 3 oscillators capable of SAW, SQR, PW-SQR, TRI, SINE, NOISE, SUPER-SAW as wave options, as well as the option to choose a PCM oscillator with its own selection of 450 PCM waveforms when working with the SN Synth engine. Every SN-S oscillator comes with a volume (AMP) & pitch envelope, 2 LFOs and a choice of 7 filter modes with the same envelope adjustments (filter ADSR, resonance, cutoff, velocity sensitivity, key feel, etc).

The entirety of the contents of SN Synth can be found in Roland's current flagship VST, [[Zenology]], as well as within The [[Roland INTEGRA-7]].

=== SuperNATURAL Drum Kit ===
The third and last type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Drum Kit". It is another percussion group similar to a rhythm set (PCM Drum Kit), though only capable of up to 62 mapped percussion tones (from Eb1 to E6).
SN Drum Kit tones are similar in implementation to SN Acoustic, where the legacy 4-partial system is done away with for a single Drum INST oscillator that has a lot of the functionality baked into whatever sound is chosen there.
And much like SN-A tones, features some properly emulated dynamics beyond typical volume difference, and timbral variance between strikes. The dynamic range can be adjusted per percussion basis.

Every percussion sound in an SN-D tone has a Variation parameter that influences how the rhythm is played (with 3 flams, 3 buzz rolls, and a normal roll as options). Some of which can be activated via MIDI Controls (CC). Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=120 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] for more.

Every percussion part has its own reverb and chorus parameter, tuning, attack, decay, panning. and like PCM Drum Kit, can access 6 sets of assignable EQs/Compressors to process a percussion tone.

=== PCM Synth ===
PCM Synth is where most of the sounds in the unit are, and its engine is largely based on the stereo 4-partial/oscillator tone architecture of previous Roland synthesizers like the [[XV-5080]].
The recreated XV content (PRST bank), the GM2 bank and most of the patches from the virtual expansions (EXP) are considered part of the "PCM Synth" Category.

=== PCM Drum Kit ===
PCM Drum Kit is much of the same in terms of implementation of Rhythm Sets from previous Roland modules, featuring up to 88 unique 4-partial percussion tones mapped across the keyboard and able to be edited and processed with the same set of envelopes and filters that PCM Synth tones have. The same set of 6 Equalizers and Compressors to process sounds in a PCM Drum Kit tone that were introduced on the [[INTEGRA-7]] are also present on the FA Series of Keyboards.

Despite the separation, PCM Drum Kits are still able to access the same PCM waves as PCM Synth Patches, much like rhythm sets from previous Roland modules can.

== Sequencer ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sequencer, allowing the user to record played notes as MIDI data, and play that same data back. The sequencer functions similarly to how the [[Fantom-G]] Sequencer functions, where you are given a view with all 16 parts (4 when zoomed in), and the ability to select & edit tracks individually.

The Onboard Sequencer functions similarly to that of a modern '''Digital Audio Workstation''' (DAW).

The patches loaded in each track mirror the currently loaded '''Studio Set''', which can be changed by the user. You are able to select tracks between using a specified Patch, or using the Onboard Sampler.

The data recorded on a PAD Track will create MIDI data on the PAD track according to the recording, allowing for Sample playback during songs created on the FA Series of keyboards.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

The Sequencer also allows you to export the song as either a Standard MIDI File (SMF), a WAV Stereo Mix, or WAV Multitrack.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

=== Recording Data ===
For recording, you are given many options. You can enable things such as Count-In, Realtime Quantization, Automatic Loop, Tempo Recording, Rhythm Pattern Sync, Etc. You are also able to select what specific parts you would like to record when using the record function.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

During a recording, All notes played on the keyboard of the FA will be registered and put into the selected track. On the sequencer, there are colors to denote what type of data is currently on the track at that part of the song.

If a track is Red, then there is Note data alongside other messages. If a track is Green, then only Non-Note data exists. If a track is Blue, then only note data exists.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

Alongside Real-Time Recording, You can also utilize a feature called Step Recording. This feature allows you to slowly play through your song, and more accurately place and remove notes to your liking.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

To undo any recording, Simply use the Undo function while on the sequencer screen. (SHIFT + 6)

=== Editing Recorded Data ===
The Onboard Sequencer allows you to also edit events in a view similar to what most DAW's tend to refer to as a List Editor. Here, you can view the midi data on a Piano Roll while being able to edit the specifics of every event on the track (Such as Note On Time, Note Length, Note Velocity, CC Controller, CC Value, Pitchbend, etc.). The [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=68 Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual] refers to this as Microscope View<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

You can also edit all tracks together, with some more broad features such as Quantizing, Erasing, or Transposing every single track & note in the current song that is loaded.

''For a more detailed explanation, Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=64 Page 64 of the Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual.]''

== Sampler ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sampler, similar to that of the SP-404 line of samplers by Roland. Utilizing the 16 pads on the FA, as well as 4 different banks, you can load up to 64 total samples on the Onboard Sampler.

You can either record samples from the Keyboard, or import samples from the SD card. Supported sample types are as follows
* WAV / AIFF File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency
** 8/16/24 Bit rate
* MP3 File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Format
** 44.1kHz Sampling Frequency
** 64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Bit rate, or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

== Expansions ==

By utilizing [https://axial.roland.com/ axial.roland.com], you can add Virtual Expansion (Exp) cards to your Roland FA via a USB.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

''Please note that the USB may not exceed more than 16 GB, otherwise the FA will not register or read from it.''

The available Expansion Cards are as follows:

* Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection
* Exp-02 Keys Collection
* Exp-03 World Collection
* Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection
* Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection
* Exp-06 Studio Collection
* Exp-07 Brass Collection
* Exp-08 Strings Collection
* Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection
* Exp-10 Orchestra Collection
* Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection

These Expansion Cards are repackaged versions of the [[Roland SRX series|SRX expansion boards]] made for previous Roland synthesizers.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=1| Name
!colspan=1| Waveforms
!colspan=1| Tones
!colspan=1| Rhythm Sets
!colspan=1| Notes and links
|-
|Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection||829||361||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-01-dance-trax-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-02 Keys Collection||629||406||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-02-keys-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-03 World Collection||629||406||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-03-world-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection||48||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-04-concert-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection||168||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-05-electric-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-06 Studio Collection||522||128||12||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-06-studio-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-07 Brass Collection||261||100||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-07-brass-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-08 Strings Collection||196||128||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-08-strings-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection||40||42||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-09-complete-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-10 Orchestra Collection||512||449||5||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-10-orchestra-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection||222||125||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-11_analogdigital_vintage_synth_collection/ Download] '''''Requires the Version 2.0 Upgrade'''''
|}

== Version 2.0 Upgrade ==
In June of 2017, Roland had announced their new keyboard joining the [[Roland FA]] Series of keyboards, the [[Roland FA-07]]. Along with this was the announcement of a firmware update for the existing '''FA-06''' and '''[[Roland FA-08|FA-08]]''' keyboards.

This update added a few new features that had been requested by users.

* Sound Remain<ref name=FAVer2>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]</ref>
** This allowed the user to easily set up instrument switches at the push of a button for live performances. By changing the Keyboard Group via the Pad Controls, you can create many layered patches for use at performances, or in a studio setting.
* Saving the current Pad Mode alongside the Studio Set<ref name=FAVer2/>
** The Pad Configuration was now able to be saved alongside the Studio Set, so that it can be unique for each Studio Set, removing a lot of hassle changing it for every performance.
* Virtual Pads<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Virtual Pads allowed the ability to use the numeric buttons below the display to perform the same function set on Sampler Pads 1 through 8.
* Master Keyboard Functionality<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Utilizing the MIDI OUT port on the back of the FA, this allowed the user to control external MIDI Devices by playing notes on the keyboard.
* Ableton Live Control via the DAW Control Mode<ref name=FAVer2/>
** This function added the ability to control Ableton Live to the DAW Control Mode. More about the DAW Control mode is mentioned later on this page.

== Other Functions ==

=== DAW Control Mode ===
The FA Series of keyboards, while being a proper synthesizer workstation, could also function as a MIDI Controller keyboard.

Upon pressing the DAW Control mode, the keyboard instantly stops producing sound from the keyboard, and instead uses the keyboard to transmit MIDI Messages to a computer over USB.

There are 3 different options tailored to specific DAWs available (4 with the Version 2.0 Firmware Update<ref name=FAVer2/>). The options are as follows<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>:

* '''LOGIC PRO'''
* '''SONAR'''
* '''CUBASE'''
* '''Ableton Live''' ''(Requires Version 2.0 Firmware Update)<ref name=FAVer2/>''

There is also a USER preset mapping, allowing you to map the controls to match the specific DAW you are using.

When using LOGIC PRO, SONAR, CUBASE, or USER, you are only given access to 8 of the 16 pads, and you can assign them to MIDI CC Controllers via the Controller menu in DAW Control Mode. In Ableton Live mode, you are given access to all 16 pads.

When using DAW Control mode, you are also able to control more than just MIDI Parameters by utilizing the Mackie Control Universal (MCU) Protocol. This allows you to stop, play, rewind, fast forward, and record, all from the keyboard itself.

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Logic Pro<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] -> [Control Surfaces] -> [Setup] to open the settings screen
# From the menu, choose [New] -> [Install]
# From the list of Model, choose “Mackie Control” and press “Add.”
# As the input port and the output port, specify “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Sonar<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] -> [Preferences] -> [MIDI Devices] to open the input/output device selection
# To the input devices and output devices, add “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”
# In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces]
# Press “Add new Controller/Surface” to access the control surface settings dialog box
# Choose “Mackie Control” as the control surface, choose “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL” as the input port and output port, and then press “OK.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Cubase<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using the Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device Setup]
# Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the dialog box, and choose "Mackie Control" from the pulldown menu.
# As the MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Mackie Control, specify "FA-06 08 DAW CTRL."
# In the left side of the dialog box, choose “MIDI Port Setup” to access the setting screen
# In “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL,” clear the check box from “In ’ALL MIDI Inputs’.”

=== D-Beam ===
D-Beam is a feature that has been on many Roland keyboards and synthesizers, starting in 1998 with the MC-505.

The controller is usually mounted in the equipment's panel facing upwards, and senses the performer's hand (or other body part) at a height of up to 15" (~40 cm) or so above the device.

Although controlled in a similar manner to a theremin, the operating principles are fundamentally different, since the theremin uses capacitive sensing.

On the FA Series of keyboards, you are able to map the D-Beam to function as either a standalone synth wave that changes pitch depending on the position of the performer's hand, or you can map it to the expression function (MIDI CC 11).

Alternatively, you can map it to a custom user option, definable in the Utility menu of the FA. You can assign it to a plethora of different values.

=== Demo Song Data ===
By default the SD Card that comes with the FA keyboard contains 4 demo songs, each utilizing the Sequencer, and some also utilizing the Sampler.

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_pythagoras.mp3 Pythagoras]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_black_eyes.mp3 Black Eyes]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_the_chasm.mp3 The Chasm]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_final_answer.mp3 Final Answer]

== Links ==

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Reference Manual]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_SoundList_multi01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Sound List]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Parameter Guide]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_MIDI_Imple_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 MIDI Implementation]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]

== Notes ==
<references group=Notes/>

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Roland FA Series]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI 2 devices]]

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{{Infobox module
| name = Roland FA-07
| image = {{Photo wanted}}
| dimensions = 1,231 x 311 x 107<ref name=FAReferenceManual>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual]</ref>
| weight = 8.5kg <ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| manufacturer = Roland
| releasedate = 2017
| standards = [[General MIDI]] [[General MIDI System Level 2|General MIDI 2]]<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| maxpoly = 128<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| numparts = 16<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| numpresets = 100 SuperNATURAL Acoustic Presets 1115 SuperNATURAL Synth Presets 5 SuperNATURAL Drum Kit Presets 1,152 PCM Synth Presets 65 PCM Drum Kit Presets<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| effects = 16x MFX (68 Types) 16x EQ (+1 Master EQ) 6x Drum Part COMP+EQ Reverb (6 Types) Chorus (3 Types) Master Compressor <ref group=Notes name=MCtoIFX>Can be changed to Insert FX (78 Types)</ref> 1x Total Effects (TFX) (29 Types) 1x Mic Input Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
| predecessor = [[Roland FA-06]], [[Roland FA-08]]
}}

The '''Roland FA-07''' is the 76-Key variant of the [[Roland FA]] line of keyboards. Released in 2014, This keyboard was meant to be a modern workstation keyboard, allowing the user to create and play music with it. Most notably, this keyboard contains most of the '''SuperNATURAL Acoustic''' ('''SN-A''') patches, A select few '''SuperNATURAL Drum Kit''' ('''SN-D''') patches, and all of the '''SuperNATURAL Synth''' ('''SN-S''') patches found in the '''[[Roland INTEGRA-7]]''', released a few years prior.

This keyboard released three years later than both the [[Roland FA-08]] and the [[Roland FA-06]], joining the [[Roland FA]] line of keyboards in 2017.

== Tone Engines ==


There are 2 main types of synthesis engines used for creating the sounds from each patch on the Roland FA series of keyboards.

Most notably, Those are the '''SuperNATURAL Tone Generation''', and '''PCM Tone Generation'''.

SuperNATURAL Tone Generation for the [[Roland FA]] series is divided into three main parts, SuperNATURAL '''Acoustic''', SuperNATURAL '''Synth''', and SuperNATURAL '''Drum Kit'''. (More commonly referred to as SN-A, SN-S, and SN-D respectively.) Each type of SN tone sports the PRST bank, alongside a USER bank for creating custom patches.

'''PCM Tone Generation''' functions similarly to how it does on synths that came before the FA series of keyboards, such as the Roland [[XV-5080]]. PCM Patches are split into two types, also similarly to how it functions on older synths.

The FA Series of keyboards contains all PCM patches from the Roland [[XV-5080]], while containing a select few Drum Kits from the Roland [[Fantom-G]], and the Roland [[Fantom-X]]

=== SuperNATURAL Acoustic ===
SuperNATURAL Acoustic tones are exclusively sampled instruments, such as Acoustic and Electric Pianos, Guitars, Basses, Clavs, Organs, Strings (Plucked & Bowed).

These sounds feature unique parameters and controls particular to that instrument, like adjusting the loudness of a fretnoise on a guitar tone, or the bars on an organ tone. SN-A tones adapt to how they are played, simulating proper dynamic change with velocity, or even switching from a legato type of sound to a section depending on how many voices are used. Roland refers to this as "behavior modeling".<ref name="behaviormodeling">[https://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/jupiter-80_tech_brief.pdf Tech Brief: Roland SuperNATURAL and Behavior Modeling]</ref>

While these tones are still sampled, they do not take from the PCM engine tones and cannot be edited like a standard PCM sound. This means these tones don't have the same editing capability of previous Roland synthesizers, or that of any PCM tones. Much of the patch functionality is baked into 1 oscillator/"instrument" bank sound loaded in the SN-A tone.

For a full list of all values editable during playback within a SuperNATURAL Acoustic tone, please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=118 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide].

=== SuperNATURAL Synth ===
The second type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Synth" which is a different tone generation engine entirely, utilizing 3 oscillators capable of SAW, SQR, PW-SQR, TRI, SINE, NOISE, SUPER-SAW as wave options, as well as the option to choose a PCM oscillator with its own selection of 450 PCM waveforms when working with the SN Synth engine. Every SN-S oscillator comes with a volume (AMP) & pitch envelope, 2 LFOs and a choice of 7 filter modes with the same envelope adjustments (filter ADSR, resonance, cutoff, velocity sensitivity, key feel, etc).

The entirety of the contents of SN Synth can be found in Roland's current flagship VST, [[Zenology]], as well as within The [[Roland INTEGRA-7]].

=== SuperNATURAL Drum Kit ===
The third and last type of SuperNATURAL tone is "SN Drum Kit". It is another percussion group similar to a rhythm set (PCM Drum Kit), though only capable of up to 62 mapped percussion tones (from Eb1 to E6).
SN Drum Kit tones are similar in implementation to SN Acoustic, where the legacy 4-partial system is done away with for a single Drum INST oscillator that has a lot of the functionality baked into whatever sound is chosen there.
And much like SN-A tones, features some properly emulated dynamics beyond typical volume difference, and timbral variance between strikes. The dynamic range can be adjusted per percussion basis.

Every percussion sound in an SN-D tone has a Variation parameter that influences how the rhythm is played (with 3 flams, 3 buzz rolls, and a normal roll as options). Some of which can be activated via MIDI Controls (CC). Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf#page=120 Roland FA-06 07 08 Parameter Guide] for more.

Every percussion part has its own reverb and chorus parameter, tuning, attack, decay, panning. and like PCM Drum Kit, can access 6 sets of assignable EQs/Compressors to process a percussion tone.

=== PCM Synth ===
PCM Synth is where most of the sounds in the unit are, and its engine is largely based on the stereo 4-partial/oscillator tone architecture of previous Roland synthesizers like the [[XV-5080]].
The recreated XV content (PRST bank), the GM2 bank and most of the patches from the virtual expansions (EXP) are considered part of the "PCM Synth" Category.

=== PCM Drum Kit ===
PCM Drum Kit is much of the same in terms of implementation of Rhythm Sets from previous Roland modules, featuring up to 88 unique 4-partial percussion tones mapped across the keyboard and able to be edited and processed with the same set of envelopes and filters that PCM Synth tones have. The same set of 6 Equalizers and Compressors to process sounds in a PCM Drum Kit tone that were introduced on the [[INTEGRA-7]] are also present on the FA Series of Keyboards.

Despite the separation, PCM Drum Kits are still able to access the same PCM waves as PCM Synth Patches, much like rhythm sets from previous Roland modules can.

== Sequencer ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sequencer, allowing the user to record played notes as MIDI data, and play that same data back. The sequencer functions similarly to how the [[Fantom-G]] Sequencer functions, where you are given a view with all 16 parts (4 when zoomed in), and the ability to select & edit tracks individually.

The Onboard Sequencer functions similarly to that of a modern '''Digital Audio Workstation''' (DAW).

The patches loaded in each track mirror the currently loaded '''Studio Set''', which can be changed by the user. You are able to select tracks between using a specified Patch, or using the Onboard Sampler.

The data recorded on a PAD Track will create MIDI data on the PAD track according to the recording, allowing for Sample playback during songs created on the FA Series of keyboards.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

The Sequencer also allows you to export the song as either a Standard MIDI File (SMF), a WAV Stereo Mix, or WAV Multitrack.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

=== Recording Data ===
For recording, you are given many options. You can enable things such as Count-In, Realtime Quantization, Automatic Loop, Tempo Recording, Rhythm Pattern Sync, Etc. You are also able to select what specific parts you would like to record when using the record function.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

During a recording, All notes played on the keyboard of the FA will be registered and put into the selected track. On the sequencer, there are colors to denote what type of data is currently on the track at that part of the song.

If a track is Red, then there is Note data alongside other messages. If a track is Green, then only Non-Note data exists. If a track is Blue, then only note data exists.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

Alongside Real-Time Recording, You can also utilize a feature called Step Recording. This feature allows you to slowly play through your song, and more accurately place and remove notes to your liking.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

To undo any recording, Simply use the Undo function while on the sequencer screen. (SHIFT + 6)

=== Editing Recorded Data ===
The Onboard Sequencer allows you to also edit events in a view similar to what most DAW's tend to refer to as a List Editor. Here, you can view the midi data on a Piano Roll while being able to edit the specifics of every event on the track (Such as Note On Time, Note Length, Note Velocity, CC Controller, CC Value, Pitchbend, etc.). The [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=68 Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual] refers to this as Microscope View<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

You can also edit all tracks together, with some more broad features such as Quantizing, Erasing, or Transposing every single track & note in the current song that is loaded.

''For a more detailed explanation, Please see the [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf#page=64 Page 64 of the Roland FA-06 07 08 Reference Manual.]''

== Sampler ==
The FA Series of keyboards contains an onboard sampler, similar to that of the SP-404 line of samplers by Roland. Utilizing the 16 pads on the FA, as well as 4 different banks, you can load up to 64 total samples on the Onboard Sampler.

You can either record samples from the Keyboard, or import samples from the SD card. Supported sample types are as follows
* WAV / AIFF File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** 44.1/48/96 kHz Sampling Frequency
** 8/16/24 Bit rate
* MP3 File<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>
** MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Format
** 44.1kHz Sampling Frequency
** 64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Bit rate, or VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

== Expansions ==

By utilizing [https://axial.roland.com/ axial.roland.com], you can add Virtual Expansion (Exp) cards to your Roland FA via a USB.<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>

''Please note that the USB may not exceed more than 16 GB, otherwise the FA will not register or read from it.''

The available Expansion Cards are as follows:

* Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection
* Exp-02 Keys Collection
* Exp-03 World Collection
* Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection
* Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection
* Exp-06 Studio Collection
* Exp-07 Brass Collection
* Exp-08 Strings Collection
* Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection
* Exp-10 Orchestra Collection
* Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection

These Expansion Cards are repackaged versions of the [[Roland SRX series|SRX expansion boards]] made for previous Roland synthesizers.

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan=1| Name
!colspan=1| Waveforms
!colspan=1| Tones
!colspan=1| Rhythm Sets
!colspan=1| Notes and links
|-
|Exp-01 Dance Trax Collection||829||361||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-01-dance-trax-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-02 Keys Collection||629||406||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-02-keys-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-03 World Collection||629||406||16||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-03-world-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-04 Concert Piano Collection||48||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-04-concert-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-05 Electric Piano Collection||168||50||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-05-electric-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-06 Studio Collection||522||128||12||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-06-studio-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-07 Brass Collection||261||100||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-07-brass-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-08 Strings Collection||196||128||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-08-strings-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-09 Complete Piano Collection||40||42||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-09-complete-piano-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-10 Orchestra Collection||512||449||5||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-10-orchestra-collection/ Download]
|-
|Exp-11 Analog/Vintage Digital Synth Collection||222||125||0||
[https://axial.roland.com/articles/exp-11_analogdigital_vintage_synth_collection/ Download] '''''Requires the Version 2.0 Upgrade'''''
|}

== Version 2.0 Upgrade ==
In June of 2017, Roland had announced their new keyboard joining the [[Roland FA]] Series of keyboards, the '''Roland FA-07'''. Along with this was the announcement of a firmware update for the existing '''[[Roland FA-06|FA-06]]''' and '''[[Roland FA-08|FA-08]]''' keyboards.

This update added a few new features that had been requested by users.

* Sound Remain<ref name=FAVer2>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]</ref>
** This allowed the user to easily set up instrument switches at the push of a button for live performances. By changing the Keyboard Group via the Pad Controls, you can create many layered patches for use at performances, or in a studio setting.
* Saving the current Pad Mode alongside the Studio Set<ref name=FAVer2/>
** The Pad Configuration was now able to be saved alongside the Studio Set, so that it can be unique for each Studio Set, removing a lot of hassle changing it for every performance.
* Virtual Pads<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Virtual Pads allowed the ability to use the numeric buttons below the display to perform the same function set on Sampler Pads 1 through 8.
* Master Keyboard Functionality<ref name=FAVer2/>
** Utilizing the MIDI OUT port on the back of the FA, this allowed the user to control external MIDI Devices by playing notes on the keyboard.
* Ableton Live Control via the DAW Control Mode<ref name=FAVer2/>
** This function added the ability to control Ableton Live to the DAW Control Mode. More about the DAW Control mode is mentioned later on this page.

== Other Functions ==

=== DAW Control Mode ===
The FA Series of keyboards, while being a proper synthesizer workstation, could also function as a MIDI Controller keyboard.

Upon pressing the DAW Control mode, the keyboard instantly stops producing sound from the keyboard, and instead uses the keyboard to transmit MIDI Messages to a computer over USB.

There are 3 different options tailored to specific DAWs available (4 with the Version 2.0 Firmware Update<ref name=FAVer2/>). The options are as follows<ref name=FAReferenceManual/>:

* '''LOGIC PRO'''
* '''SONAR'''
* '''CUBASE'''
* '''Ableton Live''' ''(Requires Version 2.0 Firmware Update)<ref name=FAVer2/>''

There is also a USER preset mapping, allowing you to map the controls to match the specific DAW you are using.

When using LOGIC PRO, SONAR, CUBASE, or USER, you are only given access to 8 of the 16 pads, and you can assign them to MIDI CC Controllers via the Controller menu in DAW Control Mode. In Ableton Live mode, you are given access to all 16 pads.

When using DAW Control mode, you are also able to control more than just MIDI Parameters by utilizing the Mackie Control Universal (MCU) Protocol. This allows you to stop, play, rewind, fast forward, and record, all from the keyboard itself.

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Logic Pro<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using Logic Pro X. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Logic Pro X menu, choose [Logic Pro X] -> [Control Surfaces] -> [Setup] to open the settings screen
# From the menu, choose [New] -> [Install]
# From the list of Model, choose “Mackie Control” and press “Add.”
# As the input port and the output port, specify “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Sonar<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using SONAR X2 Producer. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the SONAR menu, choose [Edit] -> [Preferences] -> [MIDI Devices] to open the input/output device selection
# To the input devices and output devices, add “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL.”
# In [Preferences], choose [MIDI Control Surfaces]
# Press “Add new Controller/Surface” to access the control surface settings dialog box
# Choose “Mackie Control” as the control surface, choose “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL” as the input port and output port, and then press “OK.”

==== Setting Up DAW Control Mode for Cubase<ref name=FAReferenceManual/> ====
''This explanation describes the procedure when using the Mac OS X version of Cubase 7. The procedure may differ for other versions.''

# From the Cubase [Devices] menu, choose [Device Setup]
# Press the [+] button located in the upper left of the dialog box, and choose "Mackie Control" from the pulldown menu.
# As the MIDI Input and MIDI Output for Mackie Control, specify "FA-06 08 DAW CTRL."
# In the left side of the dialog box, choose “MIDI Port Setup” to access the setting screen
# In “FA-06 08 DAW CTRL,” clear the check box from “In ’ALL MIDI Inputs’.”

=== D-Beam ===
D-Beam is a feature that has been on many Roland keyboards and synthesizers, starting in 1998 with the MC-505.

The controller is usually mounted in the equipment's panel facing upwards, and senses the performer's hand (or other body part) at a height of up to 15" (~40 cm) or so above the device.

Although controlled in a similar manner to a theremin, the operating principles are fundamentally different, since the theremin uses capacitive sensing.

On the FA Series of keyboards, you are able to map the D-Beam to function as either a standalone synth wave that changes pitch depending on the position of the performer's hand, or you can map it to the expression function (MIDI CC 11).

Alternatively, you can map it to a custom user option, definable in the Utility menu of the FA. You can assign it to a plethora of different values.

=== Demo Song Data ===
By default the SD Card that comes with the FA keyboard contains 4 demo songs, each utilizing the Sequencer, and some also utilizing the Sampler.

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_pythagoras.mp3 Pythagoras]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_black_eyes.mp3 Black Eyes]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_the_chasm.mp3 The Chasm]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/mp3/fa-06_fa-08_demo_song_final_answer.mp3 Final Answer]

== Links ==

* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Reference_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Reference Manual]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_SoundList_multi01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Sound List]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_Parameter_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 Parameter Guide]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_MIDI_Imple_eng01_W.pdf FA-06 FA-07 FA-08 MIDI Implementation]
* [https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/FA-06_07_08_ver20_eng01_W.pdf Functions Added in Ver. 2.0]

== Notes ==
<references group=Notes/>

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Roland FA Series]]
[[Category:General MIDI devices]]
[[Category:General MIDI 2 devices]]

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Roland JV-2080

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Roland JV series

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The '''Roland JV''' series is a line of PCM ROM sample-based (ROMpler) synthesizers, mostly in sound module form, produced by Roland from 1992 onwards. While containing similar underlying synthesis technology to the prosumer [[Roland Sound Canvas series]], they target a more professional market, with most models being full-width rack units, and having a focus on high-quality, fully-editable multi-layer synth patches and expandability, and less of a focus on multitimbrality. Some units have basic [[General MIDI]] support, but not [[Roland GS]] support.

It was succeeded by the [[Roland XV series]], which introduces stereo tones, a new expansion standard, more on-board effects and waveforms.

JV series synths are highly expandable, most prominently by the [[Roland SR-JV80 series]] cards, but there are also several more obscure formats (see below).

The '''Roland XP''' line of synthesizers are keyboard versions of later JV modules, they are included here as they largely share the same technology.

==Models overview==

===Modules===
[[File:Roland JV-1080 front.jpg|400px|right|thumb|The [[JV-1080]] is the most famous JV module.]]
[[File:Roland JV-2080-front.jpg|400px|right|thumb|The [[JV-2080]] is the series' most powerful full-size synth module.]]
[[File:Roland JV-1010.jpg|200px|right|thumb|The [[JV-1010]] packs much of the JV-2080's power into a much smaller package.]]
* [[Roland JV-880]] - first model, based on the same technology used in the [[Roland SC-55]]. Has a keyboard model as well.
* [[Roland JV-1080]] - most famous JV sound module, it greatly expands the feature set of the original models.
* [[Roland JV-2080]] - enhanced [[JV-1080]], adding an extra bank and 4 extra [[SR-JV80]] slots.
* [[Roland JV-1010]] - 1 unit tall, half-width, cost-reduced version of the [[JV-2080]] with minimal front panel controls, limited connectivity, and only one expansion slot, but with the Session expansion built-in.

===Keyboards===
* [[Roland JV-80]] - Keyboard version of the [[JV-880]].
* [[Roland JV-90]] - 76-key version of the [[Roland JV-80]], with added waveforms, and added Voice Expansion board support, for use with a [[VE-JV1]] to expand polyphony, or [[VE-GS1]] to add [[Roland SC-50]]-level GS support.
* '''Roland JV-1000''' - Version of the [[Roland JV-90]] with a built-in Roland MC-50mkII sequencer.
* '''Roland XP-80''' and '''XP-60''' - 76-key and 61-key versions of the [[Roland JV-2080]], features built-in sequencers. Limited to 4 SR-JV80 slots.
* '''Roland XP-50''' - 76-key version of the [[Roland JV-1080]], with a built in sequencer. Replaced by the '''XP-60'''.
* '''Roland XP-30''' - 61-key version of the [[Roland JV-1080]]. No sequencer, would have included 3 SR-JV80 boards when bought new - Session, Techno and Orchestra.

===VST Plugins===
* [[Roland JV-1080 (VST Instrument)]] - VST recreation, based on the [[INTEGRA-7]]. Included with the Roland Cloud subscription service.

===GS-based keyboards===
These models use a [[Roland GS]]-compliant tone generator similar to the [[Roland SC-55]], rather than a JV80 or JV1080-compatible engine. This makes them radically different to other JV series synths in their base configuration. They can be upgraded with a [[Roland VE-JV1]] expansion board, which contains the JV-1000's synth engine, making them more like other JV synths, but they are not further expandable. Alternatively, a [[Roland VE-GS1]] board can be installed, providing another 28 voices of polyphony.

* [[Roland JV-50]] and [[Roland JV-35]]. These keyboards' GS tone generators have 226 normal instruments, 9 drumkits, and 28 polyphony,<ref>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-50_35_OM.pdf Roland JV-50 and JV-35 Owner's Manual].</ref> consistent with the [[Roland SC-50]] (no [[Roland CM-64]] banks).
* [[Roland XP-10]]. This keyboard's GS tone generator also lacks the [[Roland CM-64]] banks, but it adds a lot of extra instruments and extra kits.

==Model Differences==

===JV Rack series===
{| class="wikitable"
! style="width: 15%" |
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-880]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-1080]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-2080]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-1010]]
|-
! Image
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-1080_front.jpg|180px]]
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-2080-front.jpg|180px]]
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-1010.jpg|180px]]
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
| style="text-align:center;" | 482 × 358 × 45 <ref name=880-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-880_OM.pdf#page=231 Roland JV-880 Owners Manual], pg. 10-44</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 482 × 281 × 88 <ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 482 × 281 × 88 <ref name=2080-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf#page=196 Roland JV-2080 Owners Manual], pg. 196</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 218 × 237 × 45 <ref name=1010-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1010_OM.pdf#page=89 Roland JV-1010 Owners Manual], pg. 89</ref>
|-
! Rack Units
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-1U, Full Width<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-2U, Full Width<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-2U, Full Width<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-1U, Half-width<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Weight
| style="text-align:center;" | 4.2 kg / 9 lbs 4 oz<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5.0 kg / 11 lbs 1 oz<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 4.9 kg / 10 lbs 13 oz<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1.4 kg / 3 lbs 2 oz<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Display
| style="text-align:center;" | 24 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320×80 dot Graphic LCD (with backlit)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Connectors
| style="text-align:center;" | 2 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 2×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 2×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 1×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1 1/4" L+R Output 3×MIDI Connector Computer Connector (Mac, PC-1, PC-2, MIDI) Phones Jack<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Release Date
| style="text-align:center;" | 1992<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1994<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1996<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1999<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Parts
| style="text-align:center;" | 8<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Maximum Polyphony
| style="text-align:center;" | 28<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Supported MIDI Standards
| style="text-align:center;background: pink" | None<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Expansions
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E]] Card Slot 1X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] Card Slot 4X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] Card Slot 8X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1X [[SR-JV80]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Effects
| style="text-align:center;" | Reverb/Delay Chorus<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Type)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3×EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Patches
| style="text-align:center;" | 192<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 640<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 768<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 895<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|}

===JV Keyboard Series===

{| class="wikitable"
! style="width: 10%;text-align:center;" |
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-80|JV-80]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-90|JV-90]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-1000|JV-1000]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-50|JV-50]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-35|JV-35]]
|-
! Image
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
| style="text-align:center;" | 990 × 305 × 85 <ref name=80-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-80_OM.pdf Roland JV-80 Owners Manual], pg. 209</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1200 × 305 × 85 <ref name=90-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-90_OM.pdf Roland JV-90 Owners Manual], pg. 154</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1232 × 348 × 97 <ref name=1000-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1000_INTRO_OM.pdf Roland JV-1000 Owners Manual], pg. 97</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1011 × 289 × 92 <ref name=5035-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-50_35_OM.pdf Roland JV-50 / JV-35 Owners Manual], pg. 123</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1011 × 289 × 83 <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Weight
| style="text-align:center;" | 9 kg / 19 lbs 13 oz <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 9.9 kg / 21 lbs 13 oz <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 13.5 kg / 29 lbs 12 oz <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 6.6 kg / 14 lbs 9 oz <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 6.2 kg / 13 lbs 11 oz <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Keyboard
| style="text-align:center;" | 61 Keys with Velocity & Aftertouch <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 76 Keys with Velocity & Channel Aftertouch <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs> </ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 61 Keys with Velocity <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Display
| style="text-align:center;" | 2 Lines × 40 Columns (Backlit) <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 20 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 16 Characters, 2 Lines <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Maximum Polyphony
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="5" | 28 <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref> <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Release Date
| style="text-align:center;" | 1991 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="4" | 1993 <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref> <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Supported MIDI Standards
| style="text-align:center;background:pink" colspan="3"| None <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan="2"| [[General MIDI|GM]] [[Roland GS|GS]] <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Expansions
| style="text-align:center;"|[[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|DATA]] Card Slot <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;"|[[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|DATA]] Card Slot [[Roland VE series]] Voice Expansion Board slot <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|DATA]] Card Slot [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot [[PN-JV80]] Series Slot [[Roland VE series]] Voice Expansion Board slot MF-2DD Micro floppy drive <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" |[[Roland VE series]] Voice ExpansionBoard slot <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Effects
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="5" | 3× Chorus 8× Reverb <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref> <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Patches
| style="text-align:center;" | 192 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 320 <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Performances
| style="text-align:center;" | 48 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 80 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 80 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 8 <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Rhythm Sets
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 9 <ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|-
! Parts
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 16<ref name=5035-specs></ref>
|}

===XP Keyboard Series===

{| class="wikitable"
! style="width: 10%;text-align:center;" |
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-80|XP-80]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-60|XP-60]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-50|XP-50]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-30|XP-30]]
! style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-10|XP-10]]
|-
! Image
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
| style="text-align:center;" | 1238 × 349 × 107 <ref name=6080-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-60_80_OM.pdf Roland XP-60 / XP-80 Owners Manual], pg. 231</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1028 × 349 × 107 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1023 × 348 × 97 <ref name=50-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-50_OM.pdf Roland XP-50 Owners Manual], pg. 152</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1011 × 289 × 88 <ref name=30-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-30_OM.pdf Roland XP-30 Owners Manual], pg. 207</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1034 × 296 × 94 <ref name=10-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-10_OM.pdf Roland XP-10 Owners Manual], pg. 95</ref>
|-
! Weight
| style="text-align:center;" | 12.9 kg / 28 lbs 8 oz <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 10.7 kg / 23 lbs 10 oz <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 9.3 kg / 20 lbs 9 oz <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 7.8 kg / 17 lbs 4 oz <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5.0 kg / 11 lbs 8 oz <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Keyboard
| style="text-align:center;" | 76 Keys with Velocity & Channel Aftertouch <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="3" | 61 Keys with Velocity & Channel Aftertouch <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 61 Keys with Velocity <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Display
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 320 × 80 Full-dot Backlit LCD <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 Characters, 2 Lines <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Maximum Polyphony
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="5" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref> <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Release Date
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 1998 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1994 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1999 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1995 <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Supported MIDI Standards
| style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan="4"| [[General MIDI]] System Level 1 <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]] System Level 1, [[Roland GS|GS]] <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Expansions
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 4× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot Demonstration Disk Dance kit Disk <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 4× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot Demonstration Disk <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 2× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot [[SoundDiver JV / XP]] SmartMedia S2M-5, S4M-5 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background:pink" | None <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Effects
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="4" | 40× EFX 8× Reverb 1× Chorus <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8× Reverb, 8× Chorus <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Patches
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1406 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 338 <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Performances
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Rhythm Sets
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 26 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|-
! Parts
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=10-specs></ref>
|}

== Expansion ==

JV series synths are expandable by various means, depending on the model:

* [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80 series]] expansion boards. These are installed in expansion bays, and provide a large number of samples and patches.
* Some older models have PCM card slots. These can use:
** [[Roland SO-PCM1 series|SO-PCM1 series]] PCM cards. These provide samples and patches, but have a much lower capacity than the SR-JV80 boards, and are not supported in newer models. Almost all their sounds are incorporated into SR-JV80-07 "Super Sound Set" or built into later JV models.
** SO-JD80 waveform cards (from SL-JD80 series sets; the PN-JD80 patch cards from the same sets do '''not''' work)<ref>[https://support.roland.com/hc/en-us/articles/201959779-JV-1080-Using-the-SL-JD80-Series-Sound-Library-with-the-JV-1080 JV-1080: Using the SL-JD80-Series Sound Library with the JV-1080] (Roland support article)</ref>
* Some models have data card slots. These can use:
** M-256E or M-512E memory cards,<ref name=1080-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1080_OM.pdf Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual], page 31.</ref> for saving custom patches to
** PN-JV80 patch cards (TODO?)
* Some keyboard models can use [[Roland VE series]] "Voice Expansion" boards, which contain a complete JV or GS synth on a board, supplementing the internal synth engine with more polyphony and, potentially, a different type of synthesis.

== References ==
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The '''Roland JV''' series is a line of PCM ROM sample-based (ROMpler) synthesizers, mostly in sound module form, produced by Roland from 1992 onwards. While containing similar underlying synthesis technology to the prosumer [[Roland Sound Canvas series]], they target a more professional market, with most models being full-width rack units, and having a focus on high-quality, fully-editable multi-layer synth patches and expandability, and less of a focus on multitimbrality. Some units have basic [[General MIDI]] support, but not [[Roland GS]] support.

It was succeeded by the [[Roland XV series]], which introduces stereo tones, a new expansion standard, more on-board effects and waveforms.

JV series synths are highly expandable, most prominently by the [[Roland SR-JV80 series]] cards, but there are also several more obscure formats (see below).

The '''Roland XP''' line of synthesizers are keyboard versions of later JV modules, they are included here as they largely share the same technology.

==Models overview==

===Modules===
[[File:Roland JV-1080 front.jpg|400px|right|thumb|The [[JV-1080]] is the most famous JV module.]]
[[File:Roland JV-2080-front.jpg|400px|right|thumb|The [[JV-2080]] is the series' most powerful full-size synth module.]]
[[File:Roland JV-1010.jpg|200px|right|thumb|The [[JV-1010]] packs much of the JV-2080's power into a much smaller package.]]
* [[Roland JV-880]] - first model, based on the same technology used in the [[Roland SC-55]]. Has a keyboard model as well.
* [[Roland JV-1080]] - most famous JV sound module, it greatly expands the feature set of the original models.
* [[Roland JV-2080]] - enhanced [[JV-1080]], adding an extra bank and 4 extra [[SR-JV80]] slots.
* [[Roland JV-1010]] - 1 unit tall, half-width, cost-reduced version of the [[JV-2080]] with minimal front panel controls, limited connectivity, and only one expansion slot, but with the Session expansion built-in.

===Keyboards===
* [[Roland JV-80]] - Keyboard version of the [[JV-880]].
* [[Roland JV-90]] - 76-key version of the [[Roland JV-80]], with added waveforms, and added Voice Expansion board support, for use with a [[VE-JV1]] to expand polyphony, or [[VE-GS1]] to add [[Roland SC-50]]-level GS support.
* '''Roland JV-1000''' - Version of the [[Roland JV-90]] with a built-in Roland MC-50mkII sequencer.
* '''Roland XP-80''' and '''XP-60''' - 76-key and 61-key versions of the [[Roland JV-2080]], features built-in sequencers. Limited to 4 SR-JV80 slots.
* '''Roland XP-50''' - 76-key version of the [[Roland JV-1080]], with a built in sequencer. Replaced by the '''XP-60'''.
* '''Roland XP-30''' - 61-key version of the [[Roland JV-1080]]. No sequencer, would have included 3 SR-JV80 boards when bought new - Session, Techno and Orchestra.

===VST Plugins===
* [[Roland JV-1080 (VST Instrument)]] - VST recreation, based on the [[INTEGRA-7]]. Included with the Roland Cloud subscription service.

===GS-based keyboards===
These models use a [[Roland GS]]-compliant tone generator similar to the [[Roland SC-55]], rather than a JV80 or JV1080-compatible engine. This makes them radically different to other JV series synths in their base configuration. They can be upgraded with a [[Roland VE-JV1]] expansion board, which contains the JV-1000's synth engine, making them more like other JV synths, but they are not further expandable. Alternatively, a [[Roland VE-GS1]] board can be installed, providing another 28 voices of polyphony.

* [[Roland JV-50]] and [[Roland JV-35]]. These keyboards' GS tone generators have 226 normal instruments, 9 drumkits, and 28 polyphony,<ref>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-50_35_OM.pdf Roland JV-50 and JV-35 Owner's Manual].</ref> consistent with the [[Roland SC-50]] (no [[Roland CM-64]] banks).
* [[Roland XP-10]]. This keyboard's GS tone generator also lacks the [[Roland CM-64]] banks, but it adds a lot of extra instruments and extra kits.

{| class="wikitable"
! style="width: 15%" |
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-880]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-1080]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-2080]]
! style="width: 20%" | [[JV-1010]]
|-
! Image
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-1080_front.jpg|180px]]
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-2080-front.jpg|180px]]
| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Roland_JV-1010.jpg|180px]]
|-
! W × H × D (mm)
| style="text-align:center;" | 482(W) × 358(D) × 45(H) mm<ref name=880-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-880_OM.pdf#page=231 Roland JV-880 Owners Manual, pg. 10-44]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 482(W) × 281(D) × 88(H) mm<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 482(W) × 281(D) × 88(H) mm<ref name=2080-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-2080_OM.pdf#page=196 Roland JV-2080 Owners Manual, pg. 196]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 218(W) × 237(D) × 45(H) mm<ref name=1010-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1010_OM.pdf#page=89 Roland JV-1010 Owners Manual, pg. 89]</ref>
|-
! Rack Units
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-1U, Full Width<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-2U, Full Width<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-2U, Full Width<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EIA-1U, Half-width<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Weight
| style="text-align:center;" | 4.2 kg / 9 lbs 4 oz<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5.0 kg / 11 lbs 1 oz<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 4.9 kg / 10 lbs 13 oz<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1.4 kg / 3 lbs 2 oz<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Display
| style="text-align:center;" | 24 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit LCD)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320×80 dot Graphic LCD (with backlit)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Connectors
| style="text-align:center;" | 2 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 2×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 2×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 1/4" L+R Outputs 3×MIDI Connector 1×Card Slot Phones Jack<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1 1/4" L+R Output 3×MIDI Connector Computer Connector (Mac, PC-1, PC-2, MIDI) Phones Jack<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Release Date
| style="text-align:center;" | 1992<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1994<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1996<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1999<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Parts
| style="text-align:center;" | 8<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Maximum Polyphony
| style="text-align:center;" | 28<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Supported MIDI Standards
| style="text-align:center;background: pink" | None<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background: lightgreen" | [[General MIDI]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Expansions
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E]] Card Slot 1X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] Card Slot 4X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[Roland M series Data cards|M256E / 512E]] Card Slot 8X [[SR-JV80]] [[PN-JV80]] (via DATA Card Slot)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1X [[SR-JV80]]<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Effects
| style="text-align:center;" | Reverb/Delay Chorus<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Type)<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 3×EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | EFX (40 Types) Chorus (1 Type) Reverb (8 Types)<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Patches
| style="text-align:center;" | 192<ref name=880-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 640<ref name=1080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 768<ref name=2080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 895<ref name=1010-specs></ref>
|}

{| class="wikitable"
| style="width: 10%;text-align:center;" |
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-80|JV-80]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-90|JV-90]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland JV-1000|JV-1000]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-80|XP-80]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-60|XP-60]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-50|XP-50]]
| style="width: 15%;text-align:center;" | [[Roland XP-30|XP-30]]
|-
! Image
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
| style="text-align:center;" | {{Photo wanted}}
|-
! W × D × H (mm)
| style="text-align:center;" | 990 × 305 × 85 <ref name=80-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-80_OM.pdf Roland JV-80 Owners Manual, pg. 209]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1200 × 305 × 85 <ref name=90-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-90_OM.pdf Roland JV-80 Owners Manual, pg. 154]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1232 × 348 × 97 <ref name=1000-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1000_INTRO_OM.pdf Roland JV-1000 Owners Manual, pg. 97]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1238 × 349 × 107 <ref name=6080-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-60_80_OM.pdf Roland XP-60 / XP-80 Owners Manual, pg. 231]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1028 × 349 × 107 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1023 × 348 × 97 <ref name=50-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-50_OM.pdf Roland XP-50 Owners Manual, pg. 152]</ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1011 × 289 × 88 <ref name=30-specs>[https://static.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/XP-30_OM.pdf Roland XP-30 Owners Manual, pg. 207]</ref>
|-
! Weight
| style="text-align:center;" | 9 kg / 19 lbs 13 oz <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 9.9 kg / 21 lbs 13 oz <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 13.5 kg / 29 lbs 12 oz <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 12.9 kg / 28 lbs 8 oz <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 10.7 kg / 23 lbs 10 oz <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 9.3 kg / 20 lbs 9 oz <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 7.8 kg / 17 lbs 4 oz <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Keyboard
| style="text-align:center;" | 61 Keys with Velocity & Aftertouch <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="3" | 76 Keys with Velocity & Channel Aftertouch <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref> <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="3" | 61 Keys with Velocity & Channel Aftertouch <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Display
| style="text-align:center;" | 2 Lines × 40 Columns (Backlit) <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 20 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 320 × 80 Full-dot Backlit LCD <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 40 Characters, 2 Lines (Backlit) <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Maximum Polyphony
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="3" | 28 <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="4" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Release Date
| style="text-align:center;" | 1991 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 1993 <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 1998 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1994 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1999 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Supported MIDI Standards
| style="text-align:center;background:pink" colspan="3"| None <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;background:lightgreen" colspan="4"| [[General MIDI]] System Level 1 <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Expansions
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|DATA]] Card Slot <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | [[SO-PCM1]] Card Slot [[Roland M series Data cards|DATA]] Card Slot 1× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot 1× [[PN-JV80]] Series Slot 1× [[Roland VE Series]] Voice Expansion Board slot MF-2DD Micro floppy drive <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="2" | 4× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot Demonstration Disk Dance kit Disk <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 4× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot Demonstration Disk <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 2× [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80]] Wave Expansion Board Slot [[SoundDiver JV / XP]] SmartMedia S2M-5, S4M-5 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Effects
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="3" | 3× Chorus 8× Reverb <ref name=80-specs></ref> <ref name=90-specs></ref> <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" colspan="4" | 40× EFX 8× Reverb 1× Chorus <ref name=6080-specs></ref> <ref name=50-specs></ref> <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Patches
| style="text-align:center;" | 192 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 320 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 512 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 1406 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Performances
| style="text-align:center;" | 48 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 80 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 80 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 64 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Total Rhythm Sets
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 5 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 26 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|-
! Parts
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=80-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=90-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 <ref name=1000-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=6080-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=50-specs></ref>
| style="text-align:center;" | 16 <ref name=30-specs></ref>
|}

== Expansion ==

JV series synths are expandable by various means, depending on the model:

* [[Roland SR-JV80 series|SR-JV80 series]] expansion boards. These are installed in expansion bays, and provide a large number of samples and patches.
* Some older models have PCM card slots. These can use:
** [[Roland SO-PCM1 series|SO-PCM1 series]] PCM cards. These provide samples and patches, but have a much lower capacity than the SR-JV80 boards, and are not supported in newer models. Almost all their sounds are incorporated into SR-JV80-07 "Super Sound Set" or built into later JV models.
** SO-JD80 waveform cards (from SL-JD80 series sets; the PN-JD80 patch cards from the same sets do '''not''' work)<ref>[https://support.roland.com/hc/en-us/articles/201959779-JV-1080-Using-the-SL-JD80-Series-Sound-Library-with-the-JV-1080 JV-1080: Using the SL-JD80-Series Sound Library with the JV-1080] (Roland support article)</ref>
* Some models have data card slots. These can use:
** M-256E or M-512E memory cards,<ref name=1080-specs>[http://cdn.roland.com/assets/media/pdf/JV-1080_OM.pdf Roland JV-1080 Owner's Manual], page 31.</ref> for saving custom patches to
** PN-JV80 patch cards (TODO?)
* Some keyboard models can use [[Roland VE series]] "Voice Expansion" boards, which contain a complete JV or GS synth on a board, supplementing the internal synth engine with more polyphony and, potentially, a different type of synthesis.

== References ==
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