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JUNO-G Synthesizer || SH-201 Synthesizer || VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard || E-09 Interactive Arranger

JUNO-G Synthesizer

Cutting-Edge Features with a Friendly Face

Look familiar? True to its heritage, the new JUNO-G is affordable and user-friendly. But that's where the comparisons to yesteryear end. This modern marvel packs a studio's worth of sound, sequencing, and audio recording into one amazing instrument. Sharing the same high-quality processor with Roland's famous Fantom-X series, the JUNO-G puts a world of first-class sound under your fingertips - and allows you to add more sounds via SRX expansion. Create songs with the onboard 16-part sequencer, and add four audio tracks on top, all for an incredibly low price!

• Stunning "Fantom-X-quality" sound engine, 128-voice polyphony.

• Audio/MIDI multitrack recorder with dedicated transport controls and mixer.

• SRX slot for expanding the internal soundset.

• Large, friendly display and front-panel controls.

• Arpeggiator, Chord Memory, Rhythm Pattern, and multi-effects built in.

• USB port for MIDI communication, AIFF/WAV file exchange, and data transfer.

• PC Card slot (which accepts CompactFlash or SmartMedia cards via adapter).

• Cakewalk SONAR LE software CD-ROM bundled.

• Invisible infrared D Beam controller.

Great Sounds

Roland's Fantom-X series is a grand-slam hit around the globe. The Fantom's high-quality sound engine is a key factor in its success. The JUNO-G shares the same processor as the Fantom-X, and thus delivers the finest sounds on the market - including newly created sounds for the JUNO-G, and a wide range of sounds that span from classical to cutting-edge. You can further expand your JUNO-G with one of Roland's SRX expansion boards (optional).

Audio/MIDI Recorder Onboard

For songwriters and performers, the 16-part MIDI sequencer onboard the JUNO-G is a must. But the addition of four companion audio tracks is a huge bonus, and an unexpected surprise for an instrument in this price range! Now you can lay down the perfect backing tracks plus vocals, live guitar parts, or you name it. The dedicated front-panel transport controls and mixer make the recording experience all the more friendly.

Inviting Interface

For an instrument packed with so many features, the JUNO-G offers unprecedented ease of use. The aforementioned mixer and transport controls are only part of the JUNO-G's friendly "hands-on" work surface. It has clearly labeled buttons, six knobs to modify sounds, five sliders for the audio section, a data wheel, a D Beam, and a pitch/mod lever. In the center of it all is the largest backlit LCD of any synth in this price range.

Computer Friendly

The beauty of the JUNO-G is that it can be used to by itself create complete songs from start to finish, but for those who want to take it one step further and incorporate a computer into the setup, the JUNO-G can be linked to a PC or Mac via its USB port. All MIDI communications can be handled over USB; you can also send and receive AIFF/WAV files and patch data via included librarian software. Plus you can edit your patches with the editor software that is included. As an extra computer-related bonus, Roland ships every new JUNO-G with a copy of Cakewalk's SONAR LE software for PC.

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JUNO-G Synthesizer || SH-201 Synthesizer || VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard || E-09 Interactive Arranger

SH-201 Synthesizer

Put the Fun Back in Synthesis!

If you're new to synthesizers, meet the most friendly and fun analog-modeling instrument on the market: the Roland SH-201. If you're a synth pro, the SH-201 will remind you of why you fell in love with synthesizers in the first place. Simply, the SH-201 is a blast to play! It sounds great too, thanks to such features as Roland's famous Supersaw waveform, Feedback Oscillator, D Beam, and more. The SH-201 is also equipped with an external input, so you can manipulate your CDs, MP3s, or other external input devices and instruments.

• Great-sounding analog-modeling synth.

• Ultra-EZ front panel is logically designed to teach the basics of synthesis.

• External input for manipulating external audio from CD/MP3 players, etc. *Built-in delay, reverb, and overdrive effects.

• Arpeggiator adds instant rhythmic motion to sounds.

• USB port for audio/MIDI connection to computer.

• VSTi Editor software included for computer integration.

• Invisible infrared D Beam controller.

• Short recorder onboard to capture and loop your performance and knob tweeking.

Great Analog-Style Sound

Even though it's super fun and easy to use, the SH-201 is no toy when it comes to sound. With two beefy analog-modeling oscillators onboard, complete with Roland's famous Supersaw waveform and resonant filter, this little synth can blow down doors. It also comes with high-quality delay and reverb effects for adding depth and dimension to the sound, a saturation control for adding a ripsaw edge, and an arpeggiator for instant rhythmic motion.

Ultra-Easy Operation

This is synthesis at its friendliest. The SH-201's front panel puts every control directly under your fingertips in a logically positioned signal path from left to right. No hidden menus, no nonsense. Just play and move the knobs and sliders. It's as simple as that! Students of synthesis will love the ease and immediate gratification of the SH-201. No other modern synth on the market is as fun, friendly, and inviting.

USB Connectivity

Connect the SH-201 to a computer (Mac or PC) with one simple USB cable. Send and receive MIDI and audio through the USB port. Take advantage of the VSTi editing software that's included with the SH-201 to manipulate sounds from your computer, and to save/organize patches remotely.

External Audio Input Playing the SH-201 from its keyboard is only half the fun. Try plugging another audio source into its external input (such as CD/MP3-player and samplers) and twist the sound with the front-panel knobs and sliders. Wave your hands over the SH-201's invisible D Beam and drive the audience wild!

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JUNO-G Synthesizer || SH-201 Synthesizer || VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard || E-09 Interactive Arranger

VP-550

Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard

Add a "Vocal Keyboardist" to Your Stage or Studio Let's face it... not every musician can afford to hire a choir for their gigs or recording sessions. Sometimes just finding a qualified background singer or two can be a chore. Dilemma solved with the VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard. Much more than a traditional vocoder or harmonizer, the VP-550 uses Roland's breakthrough vocal-modeling technology to bring the highest-quality, interactive vocal sounds to a dedicated instrument. Connect a mic, select a sound, and play. You won't believe what can come out of this instrument: spectacular classical choirs, soulful gospel choirs, pop and jazz voices, male & female ensembles, vintage vocoder, and lush string/vocal hybrids. A great addition for lounge musicians playing at bars and hotels.

• Generate expressive, interactive backing vocals in real time.

• Vocal Designer types: Classic, Male/Female, Gospel, Pop, Vocoder, Ext In.

• Ensemble types: Strings 1, Strings 2, Jazz Scat, Mixed Chorus, Boy's Choir, Humming.

• Play Vocal Designer and Ensemble sounds simultaneously.

• Exceptionally user-friendly operation *Built-in "Voice Check" recorder for handy vocal-model auditioning.

• Invisible D Beam infrared controller for high-impact performance.

• Ambience types: Hall 1, Hall 2, Studio.

Vocal-Modeling Magic

The human voice is the most expressive musical instrument of all, so why not use it as a tool to create ultra-realistic and expressive"virtual vocals" with words generated from your own voice? Whether you need, a full choir, or surreal vocoder-like layers, the VP-550 can deliver the interactive, expressive vocal backing you need. The VP-550 is also equipped with world-class string sounds, which can be blended together with the vocal effects.

Practical Advantage

Not specific to one style of music, the VP-550 can be used for a wide variety of musical applications. It's ideal for musicians who perform alone or in small groups, for example, and who need an interactive, real-time backing chorus. Or, film and TV music composers who are challenged with time and budget can use the VP-550 to generate high-impact choral arrangements on the spot. Churches in need of a choir (or choir enhancer) will love the VP-550. The creative possibilities are vast, as are the time/money savings that this instrument can provide.

Blast From the Past

The VP-550 is equipped with ultra high-resolution vocoder modeling, which can be used to generate surreal vocal effects - great for electronica, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and the like. Inject a dose of that classic retro "robot voice" charm into your next recording without the hassle and expense of a separate vocoder.

Friendly Face

One look at the VP-550's inviting front panel and you'll know that this instrument has "user friendly" written all over it. There are no hidden menus or complicated key commands required. Every feature has a dedicated button or slider that's clearly labeled and easy to reach. Performers will especially love how inviting and inspiring the VP-550 is to use onstage.

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JUNO-G Synthesizer || SH-201 Synthesizer || VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard || E-09 Interactive Arranger

E-09 Interactive Arranger

Price-Defying Performance

Its price might say "low end," but the E-09's sounds and styles are nothing but first class. Building on the success of Roland's popular E-series arrangers, the E-09 ushers in a brand-new look, feel, and sound for the family. With its new high-quality sound engine, pro-style appearance, and powerful specifications - including a newly designed library of sounds and interactive styles - the E-09 raises the quality standard for entry-level arrangers.

• Newly designed Musical Styles, including Western, Middle East, and Asian.

• High-performance speaker system onboard 7.5 W + 7.5 W.

• New high-quality sound engine; GM2 compliant.

• 64-voice polyphony.

• 800-plus tones, 70 drum kits.

• 47 Multi-FX plus reverb and chorus.

• 16-Track recorder with Easy Mode.

• Friendly Music Assistants, One-Touch settings.

International Appeal

With a global array of interactive musical accompaniments onboard, the E-09 puts a world of colorful and authentic music under your fingertips. Master programmers from around the world have created special Styles for the E-09, spotlighting the Western. Middle Eastern, and Asian cultures.

• 130 Styles Included. Below are the World Styles.

Low Profile, Big Sound

The E-09 introduces a new professional-grade industrial design to the E family. Its black metallic finish, coupled with a slim, streamlined chassis design, makes the E-09 eye catching and easy to transport. Despite its slim physique, the E-09 outputs an impressively big sound from its built-in stereo speaker system. You can enjoy playback three ways with the E-09: through headphones, through the built-in speakers, or through external amps and sounds systems via its line outputs.

16-Track Recorder

Music teachers and students will find the onboard 16-Track Recorder useful when learning how to play a song. You can record your performance with or without the arranger accompaniment, and students then can refer to the recording as a guide. Is the song or the teacher's performance too fast? Just slow down the tempo. Need to listen or practice the same section a couple of times? Use the marker/repeat function to specify a region to play repeatedly. Study and have fun with the E-09.

JUNO-G Synthesizer || SH-201 Synthesizer || VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard || E-09 Interactive Arranger

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