Roland Juno-DS 88 Synthesizer
Discontinued, this product can no longer be ordered.
Product no: 9000-0020-9304 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
General
The first thing you'll notice about the Roland Juno-DS 88 synthesizer is its impressive keyboard. If you aspire to be a successful pianist, you'll certainly be able to appreciate the hammer-action Ivory Feel-G keys of this synth. Despite its incredible prowess, the Juno-DS 88 can be powered by a mere eight AA batteries, which makes it perfect for mobile applications. Take it on the road with your band, for instance! Its true power, however, is its wide range of sounds, its arpeggiators and its 8-track pattern sequencer. Even beginners will quickly be able to make the most of this Roland synthesizer, thanks to its uncomplicated controls.
Characteristics of the Roland Juno-DS 88
When it comes to synthesizers, Roland has always been a true pioneer. Both their Jupiter models and the old Junos have earned their place in music history, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that the Juno-DS offers a sound that is remarkably warm, rich and diverse. In addition to the sounds from the Juno-DI, this synth boasts a number of beautiful acoustic and electric pianos, organs and useful live sounds. It's also possible to import your own sounds (samples); all you need is a USB stick with WAV files (44.1 kHz/16 bits). The synthesizer's eight phrase pads, meanwhile, can be used to trigger audio files, allowing for a versatile performance.
Who would benefit from the Juno-DS 88?
The Juno-DS is a real all-rounder that shines in the studio as well as on stage. Extensive audio editing is an option, but if you'd rather not, there are numerous presets for you to choose from. As a true Roland instrument, this Juno synthesizer features both high-grade sounds and effects, which is outstanding news for producers and songwriters who like to make a good impression. If you fancy adding some vocals, you'll be happy to hear that the Juno-DS has a microphone input with a dedicated reverb. Even vocoding and pitch correction are at your disposal, including extreme settings (such as the characteristic sound from Cher's hit song Believe).
Tips or comments about this productPlease note: it's not possible to power the Juno-DS with carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries.
Specifications
Product features
| 19-inch rack size | not applicable |
|---|---|
| Number of keys | 88 |
| Arpeggiator/sequencer | arpeggiator |
| Audio via USB | yes |
| Control | sustain (input) |
| Sustainable product | not specified |
| Synthesizer inputs | microphone input, AUX input, line in |
| Sound source | sample player |
| MIDI & other | MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB |
| Synthesizer options | extensive |
| Synthesizer outputs | line out jack, headphone |
| Polyphony | 128 |
| Synthesizer kind | standard |
| Type of keys | hammer action |
| Vintage remake | no |
| Synthesizer type | keyboard |
| Difficulty level | intermediate |
Weight and dimensions including packaging
| Weight (incl. packaging) | 20,0 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (incl. packaging) | 155,0 x 46,0 x 24,0 cm |
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