Roland JUNO-DS88

Easy-to-use 88-note weighted-action mobile synth for bands on the move
Life in a modern band doesn’t run like clockwork. In the same day, you might be rehearsing, recording and playing live, with each session demanding a whole new musical approach. Some synths will slow you down with their bulky size and uninspired sounds. The Roland JUNO-DS88 sets you free. Wherever your music leads you, this streamlined weighted-action 88-note synth will follow, with compact dimensions, smart operation and a choice of pro onboard sounds for anything from studio work to street performance. The JUNO-DS88 is the ideal instrument for piano-oriented keyboard players.

FEATURES

• 88-note Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with weighted-action feel in a lightweight design that’s easy to transport

• Gig-ready instrument with pro sounds, enhanced performance features, battery-powered operation, and intuitive operation

• Instant access to essential pro-quality sounds for band performance, from acoustic and electric pianos, organs, synths and other stage favorites

• Wave expansion slot enables users to download new sound waveforms, available for free at Roland’s Axial website

• Sample import function for playing user WAV files on the JUNO-DS88’s keyboard

• Easy sound manipulation and editing with hands-on knobs and sliders

• Eight Phrase Pads for triggering samples and audio songs stored on USB memory

• Mic input and dedicated Reverb, Vocoder and Auto Pitch effects for impressive vocal performances

• Intuitive eight-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas

• USB audio/MIDI and DAW Control mode

• JUNO-DS librarian is available for managing the onboard sounds from your computer

The mobile synth for ambitious new bands
Any place. Any time. JUNO-DS is the new generation of ultra-portable synth for musicians who are going places. The lightweight cabinet and streamlined operation means JUNO-DS synths are simple to load in and set up, letting you focus on the show or session. Plus, they offer flexible features for every band scenario, including a choice of pro-quality built-in sounds, onboard pads for audio playback, and a pattern sequencer for creating original songs. Choose among the 61-note JUNO-DS61 and 76-note JUNO-DS76 models, which feature velocity-sensitive keyboards with synth action, and the JUNO-DS88, which comes equipped with an 88-note keyboard with weighted action.

Wherever you play music, make it matter
Your music could take you anywhere ? and weighing as little as 5.3kg (JUNO-DS61), the light and compact JUNO-DS series is ready to go with you. Public transport, cramped stages and busy studios are no problem for these mobile synths, which combine pro features with a space-saving setup. From club shows using AC power to street performance with optional battery operation and a battery-powered keyboard amp, the JUNO-DS is your new wingman.

Find the perfect sound in seconds, and play for hours
Ditch the manual with the JUNO-DS. This intuitive synth series makes it easy to get up and running. Choose your favorite pro-quality sound from nine categories including piano, organ, and synth ? and simply connect to an amp or PA system to share your music with the world. It’s not rocket science.

The flexibility to make every gig your best performance yet
The JUNO-DS makes it easy to find your signature sound. Select the performance mode and you can set up advanced sounds like layering strings onto the acoustic piano, or assigning organ and bass to right and left hand.

No bandmates, no problem? jam with realistic-sounding, drums, guitar and bass
When your bandmates can’t make it to the rehearsal or gig, the JUNO-DS offers the perfect solution, covering the missing parts and giving you a full-band sound. Using the phrase pads, you can bring instant beats to your music by playing along with the authentic drum patterns, or copy audio data (MP3/WAV) onto the USB memory and play it back at the gig. It’s a flexible feature that means you’ll always have a full and professional sound ? whether you’re in a band or a solo performer.

Record, evaluate, develop; improving your band’s performance
More than an instrument, the JUNO-DS is a mobile studio. With the onboard audio interface function, you can record your band via the mic input, then store the music on your computer and share with your bandmembers. It’s a great feature for recording minus-one tracks, without keyboard, for home practice, or for assessing your band’s performance.

From flash of inspiration to finished arrangement? Get it done fast
When you’re working at home, the JUNO-DS guides you from flash of inspiration to finished song, with a built-in pattern sequencer that offers up to 8-track recording for full band-style arrangements, including drums, bass, guitar and keyboard. Maybe you’ll complete the track yourself ? or take your portable JUNO-DS synth to rehearsals and let the band help finish it off.

Keep your music up to date with downloadable new sounds
The JUNO-DS’s onboard tones are a great primer ? but they’re just the start. With this open-ended synth range, you can enjoy free downloads from Roland’s Axial Sound Library, and give your performance a shot in the arm with tones from the famous XV-5080 Collection or EXP series.

Plug into your DAW and start making music
The JUNO-DS is the all-in-one solution for songwriters who want to write and record original material using a DAW. This flexible synth makes the process simple and cost-effective, with no need to buy an additional MIDI keyboard or audio/MIDI interface.

Use the same sounds as the pros
Whichever setting you choose on the JUNO-DS, you can expect pro-quality tone that sparks an inspired performance. Your next favorite sound is just a button-push away.

Access your all-time favorite sounds, in a split second
In the heat of a live show, the JUNO-DS puts you in control. With the Favorite function, it’s quick and easy to recall bespoke sounds for every song on the setlist ? or even switch tones instantly during a song. From a simple electric piano to an epic synth swoosh featuring layer/split using up to 16 sounds simultaneously, all it takes is a press of the button.

Stand out from the crowd by developing your signature sound
The JUNO-DS is the smart way to bring personality into your music. It’s easy to import audio data ? including sound effects, drum patterns or vocal phrases ? then assign these sounds to each pad or key on the keyboard, ready to be triggered. Plus, by connecting a mic into the dedicated input, you can enjoy vocal effects like vocoder and auto-tune ? and even play keyboard with the voice input from the mic.

Great music can look good too
The JUNO-DS takes your performance into the visual realm, with phrase pads that flash in response to your keyboard performance. There are 13 colors to choose from, helping you to create an onstage atmosphere to match your songs.

Roland JUNO-DS Synthesizer Series? Simply Creative
Whether you're working on a song idea in your room, recording a track in the studio, or playing a gig on stage, the lightweight JUNO-DS61, JUNO-DS76, and JUNO-DS88 synthesizers will inspire creativity and take your music wherever you go.

SPECIFICATIONS

Keyboard: 88 keys (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)

Sound Generator
Maximum Polyphony: 128 voices
Parts: 16 parts
Preset Memory:

• Patches: Over 1200 

• Drum kits: Over 30 

• Performances: 64

* GM2 compatible sounds are included.

User Memory:

• Patches: 256

• Drum kits: 8

• Performances: 128

• Favorites: 100

Wave Expansion Slots: 1 slot
* The wave expansion slot is rewritable internal waveform memory. You can download data from the Axial sound library site and write it via a USB flash drive into the JUNO-DS's internal wave memory (slot).

Sample Import Function
File Format:

• Audio file: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16 bits)

• Supports multi-sample (System Program Ver. 2.00 or later, with JUNO-DS Tone Manager)

Effects:

• Multi-effects: 3 systems, 80 types

• Chorus: 3 types

• Reverb: 5 types

• Mic input reverb: 8 types

Audio File Player Section
File Format: Audio file: WAV, AIFF, MP3

Others
Rhythm Pattern: Preset: 30 groups x 8
Arpeggio: Preset: 128
Controllers:

• Pitch bend/Modulation lever

• Control knob x 4

• Level slider x 4

• Multicolor pad x 8

Display: Graphic LCD 256 x 80 dots
External Storage Device: USB flash drive (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed flash memory)
Connectors:

• PEDAL HOLD jack

• PEDAL CONTROL jack

• MIC INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type

• EXT INPUT jack: stereo miniature phone type

• OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type

• PHONES jack: stereo 1/4-inch phone type

• MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)

• USB MEMORY port

• USB COMPUTER port (supports USB MIDI/AUDIO)

• DC IN jack

Power Supply: DC 9 V: AC adaptor or rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) (sold separately) x 8
* Battery life for continuous use (differs depending on the conditions of use)
Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries: approximately 5 hours (when using batteries having a capacity of 1900 mAh) (approximately 4 hours if USB flash drive is connected)
* Carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries cannot be used
Current Draw: 600 mA
Accessories: Owner's manual, Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”, AC adaptor, Power cord
Options (sold separately):

• Keyboard stand (*1): KS-18Z, KS-12

• Pedal switch: DP series

• Expression pedal: EV-5

• USB flash memory (*2)

*1 When using the KS-18Z, ensure that the height of the unit is one meter or lower.
*2 Use USB Flash Memory (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Flash Memory) sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.

Dimensions
Width: 1,415 mm / 55-3/4 inches
Depth: 341 mm / 13-7/16 inches
Height: 144 mm / 5-11/16 inches
Weight (excluding AC adaptor): 16.2 kg / 35 lbs. 12 oz.

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