Roland Fantom 6 EX Synthesizer

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	semi-weighted
synthesizer inputs	microphone input, line in, audio over usb
synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI thru, MIDI over USB, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	yes
control	sustain (input), expression (input), switch pedal (input), monophonic aftertouch, drumpad(s)
Polyphony	variable

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	hammer action
synthesizer inputs	microphone input, line in, audio over usb
synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI thru, MIDI over USB, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	yes
control	sustain (input), expression (input), switch pedal (input), monophonic aftertouch, drumpad(s)
Polyphony	variable

Roland Fantom 6 EX Synthesizer
Product no: 9000-0126-5838 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

The Roland Fantom is essentially the definition of 'big'. Even back in 2019 when the original Fantom 6, 7 and 8 first dropped, Roland unleashed some whopping chunks of synth-based hardware, each model loaded with masses of sounds, options, effects, plenty of connection ports and plenty of inspiration for producers and musicians the world over. In the years since, a few things have happened, especially at Roland who, in response to the ever growing role of software in the studio, has developed the Roland Cloud and populated it with virtual versions of some of their own legendary synthesizers. Add the OG Fantom to the Roland Cloud and what you get is the Fantom 6 EX.

The Future-Proofed Roland Fantom 6 EX

This is a workstation, so you're getting an expansive sound engine complete with sequencing options, all of which is navigated via a crystal clear full colour touchscreen, granting access to the best possible sound and the fastest possible workflow all without having to switch on an actual computer. And, since this is an extended edition of the Fantom that came out in 2019, it now comes with a stack of virtual vintage synths on board, including the Jupiter-8, the SH-101 and the JX-3P (which can be downloaded for free from the Roland Cloud by all Fantom EX users), plus n/zyme, the JD-800, Juno-106, JX-8P, V-Piano, a tonewheel organ and some outstanding reverbs. In terms of sound alone, you're looking at a considerably improved synth.

Who's it Built For?

While it does demand a pretty hefty investment, you're getting a hefty amount in return. The packed control panel alone is enough to slap a grin on your face and the breadth of options definitely completes a core writing, recording and performing tool. On top of all of the above, the Fantom EX features a ZEN-Core engine and a 32-band vocoder so you can sample yourself. It also comes equipped with a CV/gate output that supports Eurorack module integration so you can start building enormous layers. The list goes on and on, serving to polish off an insanely versatile model that's able to take on anything.

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product	not specified
Synthesizer kind	standard
Synthesizer options	extensive
Difficulty level	intermediate
Vintage remake	no
Sound source	sample player
Number of keys	61
Arpeggiator/sequencer	arpeggiator, sequencer
19-inch rack size	not applicable
Synthesizer type	keyboard
Type of keys	semi-weighted
Synthesizer inputs	microphone input, line in, audio over usb
Synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI thru, MIDI over USB, CV/gate out
Audio via USB	yes
Control	sustain (input), expression (input), switch pedal (input), monophonic aftertouch, drumpad(s)
Polyphony	variable