Roland FANTOM8 EX 88-Key Synthesizer Workstation

The Roland FANTOM8 EX is your creative command center, your sonic laboratory, your musical time machine: a magnificent, multi-faceted marvel. With its full 88-key weighted hammer action and an arsenal of sound engines that spans decades of Roland's legendary history, this workstation transforms any space into a professional studio.

From the vintage warmth of a JUPITER-8 to the cutting-edge power of the n/zyme engine, the FANTOM8 EX doesn't just play sounds — it breathes life into your musical vision with every keystroke.

Sound Engines That Spark Sonic Magic

Step into a realm where innovation meets inspiration — this is where the magic happens. The FANTOM8 EX's sound engines are the secret sauce behind its sonic wizardry, offering you an all-access pass to a universe of tones and textures.

Multiple Advanced Sound Engines: The FANTOM8 EX houses Roland's most comprehensive collection of sound technologies under one hood. ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior) recreates classic synths at the component level, ZEN-Core delivers modern flexibility with vintage soul, while V-Piano and SuperNATURAL engines provide breathtakingly realistic acoustic instruments.
7,000+ Sounds from Roland's Historic Vault: Dive into a massive sonic library that spans Roland's entire legacy. From the punchy bass lines of the SH-101 to the lush pads of the JUPITER-8, every preset tells a story of musical history. The preinstalled expansions include legendary recreations of the JD-800, JUNO-106, and more — giving you instant access to the sounds that shaped popular music.
Complete Studio-Grade Effects: The newly developed Shimmer Reverb and Modulation Reverb algorithms don't just add space — they create entire sonic dimensions. Combined with the Master FX processor and its arsenal of compression, EQ, and creative effects, your sounds get the professional polish they deserve without leaving the keyboard.

A Keyboard That Continues to Inspire

Gone are the days of fighting with your instrument — the FANTOM8 EX responds to your every musical thought with precision and grace.

88-Key Weighted Hammer Action with Channel Aftertouch: Every key feels like playing a premium acoustic piano, but with the expressive power of channel aftertouch that adds nuance to every note. Whether you're laying down delicate classical passages or thunderous rock anthems, the keyboard responds with the sensitivity and weight that serious players demand.
Intuitive Color Touchscreen and Ergonomic Control Surface: The large color display isn't just pretty — it's your creative partner that adapts to every task. Combined with an abundance of knobs, sliders, and buttons arranged in logical groups, you can shape sounds and navigate features without breaking your creative flow. The 16 RGB pads light up your workflow, literally and figuratively.
Professional Sequencing and Composition Tools: Build complete arrangements with the clip-based workflow that makes complex compositions feel effortless. The TR-REC step sequencer brings that classic Roland groove programming, while piano-roll editing on the touchscreen provides detailed MIDI editing that rivals computer software.

Roland FANTOM8 EX A Keyboard That Continues to Inspire

Studio Integration That Connects Everything

The FANTOM8 EX isn't just a standalone instrument — it's designed to be the beating heart of your entire creative setup.

16x3 Audio/MIDI USB Interface: Connect directly to your computer and route audio with professional-grade clarity. Send individual sounds to separate DAW tracks, layer software synths with hardware sounds, or route your DAW through the FANTOM's effects — all through a single USB cable.
Comprehensive Connectivity for Every Scenario: XLR combo inputs for mics and instruments, eight individual outputs for routing flexibility, dual CV/gate outputs for modular synths, and full MIDI I/O. The rear panel is like a Swiss Army knife of connectivity options.
Custom Control Modes for Major DAWs: Dedicated touchscreen interfaces for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, MainStage, Cubase, and Studio One turn your FANTOM into a premium hardware controller. Navigate your software with the same hands-on immediacy you get from the internal sounds.

Where Musical Dreams Become Reality

The Roland FANTOM8 EX represents the pinnacle of modern music workstation design — a fusion of vintage character and futuristic capability that empowers every aspect of your creative process. From its weighted keys that feel like home to seasoned pianists to its cutting-edge sound engines that inspire electronic music pioneers, this instrument adapts to your musical vision rather than limiting it.

Roland FANTOM8 EX Key Features:

88-key weighted hammer action with channel aftertouch
Multiple sound engines: ACB, ZEN-Core, V-Piano, SuperNATURAL, Virtual ToneWheel
Over 7,000 onboard sounds plus preinstalled expansions
Large color touchscreen with intuitive workflow
Professional sequencing with clip-based workflow and TR-REC step sequencer
Advanced sampling with multisample support
16x3 audio/MIDI USB interface
Comprehensive connectivity including XLR inputs and CV/gate outputs
Studio-grade effects including Shimmer and Modulation Reverbs
Dedicated DAW control modes for major software platforms

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Roland FANTOM8 EX 88-Key Synthesizer Workstation Specifications

Roland FANTOM8 EX 88-Key Synthesizer Workstation Specifications
Product Specifications	Roland FANTOM8 EX 88-Key Synthesizer Workstation Specifications Keyboard: 88 Keys (PHA-50 Wood and Plastic Hybrid Structure, with Escapement and Ebony/Ivory Feel, channel aftertouch) Sound Generator: ZEN-Core V-Piano Technology (Only ZONE1) ACB (Only ZONE1) VTW Organ (Only ZONE2) SuperNATURAL Acoustic SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano SuperNATURAL Electric Piano Various MODEL sound generators ZEN-Core Tones and Model Tones can import and export. Expansion: EXZ Series EXSN Series EXM Series ACB Series The expansion are rewritable internal sound generator memory. You can download data from the Roland Cloud and write it via a USB flash drive into the FANTOM's internal memory. Parts: 16 Zones (Internal + External) Scenes: 128 Scenes x 4 Bank (The Scenes can import and export.) Tones: Over 7,000 Tones Over 90 Drum kits Tone Remain: 16 zones (Tone Remain does not apply to V-Piano, ACB and VTW sounds.) Favorite: Rating System: 4 Steps (0--3) Tone Search / Scene Search: Rating, Character Effects: Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 93 types Part EQ: 16 systems Drum Part COMP: 6 systems Insertion Effect: 2 Systems, 90 Types (Serial, parallel connection selectable) TFX: 1 System, 90 Types Input MFX: 2 Systems (in Parallel), 90 Types Chorus: 9 types Reverb: 7 types Master Compressor Master EQ Input Reverb: 7 types Input EQ: 2 Systems (in Parallel) Analog Filter: STEREO Type: LPF1/LPF2/LPF3/HPF/BPF/Bypass Drive Amp Vocoder: Band: 13, 20, 32 Type: Mono, Stereo Preset Setting: 10 User Setting: 20 Scene Chain: Chain: 16 Scenes x 32 Pages (Total 512 Scenes) per 1 Chain set Set: 100 Marker: 62 (0--9, A--Z, a--z) per 1 Chain Set Sequencer: MIDI Tracks: 16 Group:16 Pattern: 8 (per each Track) Pattern Length: 64 measures Recording Method: Realtime recording, Step recording, TR-REC Editing Method: Piano roll edit (Touch Edit / Automation support), Microscope Song: 1 (per Scene) File format: Original, SMF export/import supported PAD Sampler trigger data can be recorded. Sampler: Keyboard Multisample Format: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF Number of Samples: 8,000 Number of Multisamples: 128 Sampling Time: The maximum is 2 minutes 44 second (1 Sample). A total of approximately 2 GB (Share with Expansion titles) Keyboard Multisample can import and export as ZEN-Core Tone. PAD Sampler: Format: 16-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF import supported Maximum Polyphony: 8 Number of Samples: 16 Pads x 4 Banks Sampling Time: The maximum is 60 minutes (the equivalent of approximately 660 MB). A total of approximately 2 GB (including imported WAV files) When you use the PAD samples as KBD Wave, then you have to manipulation it. Internal Storage space for files: Size: 2 GB OTHER: Rhythm Pattern Arpeggiator Chord Memory Motional Pad PAD Mode Sample Pad, Note Pad, Partial Sw/Sel, DAW Control, Zone Mute, Zone Solo, Kbd Sw Group, Rhythm Pattern, Pattern, Variation Play, Group Play AIRA LINK (When connect to MX-1) CV/Gate Control: 2 x CV/Gate or 3 x CV/1 x Gate Controllers: Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever 1 Assignable Switch x 2 (S1/S2) Control knob x 8 Slider x 8 USB Audio slider Wheel x 2 1 Function knob x 6 Sound Modified knob x 11 1 4 x 4 Pad Display:* Graphic Type, 7", Wide VGA (800 x 480 dots), backlite LCD (Color/Touch screen, Wallpaper support) Connectors: Headphones jack: Stereo 1/4" phone type MAIN OUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4" phone type) MAIN OUT jacks (L, R) (XLR type) SUB OUT1 jacks (L, R) (1/4" phone type) SUB OUT2 jacks (L, R) (1/4" phone type) ANALOG FILTER OUT jacks (1,2) (1/4" phone type) Mic/Line Input jacks: (1,2) (1/4" phone type/XLR type) 2 x CV OUT, 2 x GATE OUT - FOOT PEDAL jacks (HOLD, CTRL1, CTRL2, CTRL3) * 1024 Step value support MIDI connectors (IN, OUT1, OUT2/THRU) * High-resolution velocity data output support USB MEMORY Port(USB A) USB COMPUTER Port (AUDIO/MIDI)(USB B) 3 x External Device Port(USB A): Roland A-49 or an A-PRO series MIDI Controller can be connected. * Operation is not guaranteed if a generic MIDI device is connected. Audio Interface: Max 24 bit/96 kHz Record 16 Stereo Channel Playback 3 Stereo Channel External Memory: USB Flash drive (sold separately) Power Supply: AC 117-240 V 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 50 W Dimensions (W x D x H): 1,432 x 439 x 153 mm / 56-7/16" x 17-5/16" x 6-1/16" Weight: 27.7 kg / 61 lbs 2 oz Accessories: Owner's manual Power Cord