Roland Fantom-08

For over 20 years, Roland FANTOM workstations have offered state-of-the-art keyboard technology that bridges the gap between performance instruments and studio workstations.

With the new Fantom-0 series, Roland significantly renews its model lineup and launches the most intuitive and powerful mid-range keyboard series to date.

Featuring an advanced 16-voice multitimbral sound engine with ZEN-Core and SuperNATURAL sound generators, the FANTOM-08 has a wealth of realistic acoustic and electronic sounds, all derived from Roland's years of sound design experience.

In total, more than 3500 sound presets from all areas and more than 90 drum kits are available ex works. For even more sound variety, Roland's extensive expansion library Roland Cloud can be accessed. This offers sound packages from numerous, modern genres for optional purchase.

But you can also import your own samples into the device or record them directly. The samples can be placed on the 16 pads as individual samples or audio tracks, or even played as multisamples via the keyboard as an instrument.

Everything is clearly displayed on the high-resolution 5.5 inch touchscreen. Roland has worked massively on the workflow here and made the operation as simple and intuitive as possible.

A large effects section with various master, EQ, chorus, delay and reverb effect types in studio quality can be flexibly routed in the device and assigned to individual tracks.

The FANTOM-08 is breathtakingly powerful on its own, but its formidable power grows exponentially when connected to other devices such as computers or analog synthesizers.

With its two mic inputs and built-in 16 x 2 stereo audio interface, you can record studio-quality sounds and route them to the DAW of your choice. Combined with its (USB) midi capability, the Fantom can take on the role of command center, merging all devices and software sound generators into one unit.

Features Roland Fantom-08

• 16-voice multitimbral music workstation
• 88 keys (PHA-4 keyboard) with hammer action and ivory feel
• More than 3500 sounds and 90 drum kits - Expandable with Roland Cloud soundsets or own (multi) samples
• Smooth workflow without confusing modes, technical limitations or sonic compromises
• ZEN core sound engine delivers authentic acoustic and electronic instruments
• Advanced hybrid sounds combining PCM, virtual analog and routable analog filters
• Roland's SuperNATURAL technology for stunning realism and expression
• Scenes include parameters for all 16 layers, plus patterns and effects
• Deep integration with your DAW and plug-ins
• Integrated 16x 2 stereo audio interface
• 2 microphone inputs; 2 line inputs
• Clip-based multitrack sequencing with pattern recording and triggering
• Updated TR-REC sequencer inspired by classic Roland drum machines
• Powerful DSP for high polyphony and smooth operation
• 5.5-inch LCD touchscreen with HD resolution
• Built-in FX engine with studio-quality effects
• Balanced main outputs
• MIDI In/Out/Through
• USB memory port and USB computer port with MIDI/audio via USB
• 3 pedal connections

Technical specifications

• Tone generation: ZEN-Core | SuperNATURAL
• Parts: 16 zones (internal + external)
• Scenes: 129 scenes x 4 banks
• Sounds: 3,500+ | 90+ drum kits
• Sampler: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF import supported.
• Number of samples: 2,048
• Number of multisamples: 128
• Sampling time: Maximum 2 minutes 44 seconds (1 sample)
• Internet sample memory: 2 GB
• Pad sampler max. polyphony: 8
• Pad sampler: 16 pads on 4 banks
• Pad sampler max. sample time: 60 minutes (660 MB)
• Display: 5.5 inch (1280 x 720) | LCD | touchscreen
• Audio Interface: Maximum 24 bit | 96 KHz | recording 16 stereo channels | playback 2 stereo channels
• Power supply: AC adapter
• Weight: 14.8 kg
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 1393 x 354 x 138 mm

Scope of delivery

• Roland Fantom-08
• Instruction manual
• Power supply