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Roland JD-08 Boutique Synthesizer
Product no: 9000-0084-6257
Product information
General
2021 marks the 30-year anniversary of the immense Roland JD-800 synthesizer. A revolution in its own time, this model departed from the menu-based synthesis trend, serving users with a smorgasbord of sliders and knobs that you could twist and nudge to sculpt your own custom sounds. That's not to say that this didn't already exist, but since the sheen of the Yamaha DX7 has worn off a bit, and Roland's own D-Series came loaded with a menu-based system that overwhelmed users with options, the Roland JD-800 was a breath of refreshing air. Now, to mark its 30th birthday, Roland present the JD-08: a fresh boutique synthesizer that, whether you're familiar with the JD-800 or not, is a welcome junk of joy. While there's an enormous size difference with the original, this tactile synth has all of the same functions, options, and presets, and as an added bonus, now comes with an arpeggiator and polyphonic sequencer.
The Roland JD-08
Both the JD800 and JD-08 are ROMplers, meaning that they're able to play samples back but aren't able to make samples themselves, and the samples are exactly the same as they were in the early nineties: synthetic loops. While acoustic sounds, like pianos, drums, and strings are included, the JD should be viewed primarily as a synthetic-sound machine - which is exactly what the original was a master of. Think thick and luscious pads, screaming leads, and a fat layer of effects, and you're in the right place - basically you're looking at a straight-up slice of synthesizer history; one that slotted neatly between the D50 and the JV1080. If you never met the JD-800, then you need to meet the JD-08, and if you're more-than-familiar with the JD-800, then you'll also be familiar with the faulty self-moving faders , so this ode to the legend has probably arrived just in time.
Service promise
Bax Music Warranty
This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
Specifications
Product features
19-inch rack size
Not applicable
Number of keys
None
Arpeggiator/sequencer
Arpeggiator, sequencer
Audio via USB
Yes
Control
None
Sustainable product
Not specified
Synthesizer inputs
Line in
Sound source
Sample player
MIDI & other
MIDI in, MIDI thru, MIDI over USB
Synthesizer options
Extensive
Synthesizer outputs
Line out jack
Polyphony
Variable (max.128)
Synthesizer kind
Standard
Type of keys
Not applicable
Vintage remake
Inspired by
Synthesizer type
Desktop module
Difficulty level
Easy
Weight and dimensions including packaging
Weight
1,3 kg
Dimensions
35,0 x 18,0 x 8,0 cm
Product specifications
Roland JD-08 Boutique
synthesizer
recreation of the JD-800
polyphony: depends on user settings, max. 128
including arpeggiator and sequencer
two-way multi-timbrel
USB-C audio/MIDI interface
power: 4x AA or USB-C
compatible with DK-01 and K-25m
included:
Quick Start guide
safety manual
4x AA batteries
dimensions: 300 x 128 x 47mm
weight: 895g
Videos
4.8
4 reviews
Rating
5 stars34 stars13 stars02 stars01 star0
5 / 5
Roland JD-08 Boutique Synthesizer
A fantastic little powerhouse of a synth. I missed out on the D50 remake, so this is the next step up. Don't let the small faders put you off, as the last one you touched is transfered to the 4 big pallete faders. Sounds just like a JD800 but smaller, excellent 4 layer pad machine with some sounds you will recognise from the 90s, that lead guitar sound is woah! D50 esque samples on board create that breathy bell type character if you want it. Programming is relatively easy I found using the led nemeric screen easy, as the abbreviated functions are written in a thoughtful way so as to understand them quickly. Also responds to aftertouch which opens up another side to designing sounds. Love it! Bax music delivered as promised, no hassles, kept me informed on delivery and updated accordingly. Only quibble was the JD08 box was just floating around in another box, no packing between them, this split the corner of the outer packing. Some bubble wrap would avoid this, luckily no damage to the goods inside.
January 31, 2025
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MuzikAl
Reviews from other countries
5 / 5
Roland JD-08 Boutique Synthesizer
Hoewel de schuiven op de Roland JP-08 absoluut kort zijn, is het goed mogelijk om heel precieze waarden te selecteren. Het goed leesbare beeldscherm met drie cijfers en de links boven geplaatste langere schuiven (= Palette) helpen daarbij. Er is duidelijk goed nagedacht over de bediening. Een part selecteren is eenvoudig (Note + Tone A / Note + Tone B). De basisfuncties, zoals het opslaan of selecteren van een patch of sequence zijn eenvoudig. Meer complexe functies vragen soms wat meer van je inbeeldingsvermogen. Maar wie zoekt, zal op internet ook editors vinden voor deze synthesizer. Ik vind de klank gevarieerd en warm. En het is leuk om zelf eigen geluiden te ontwerpen.
October 29, 2024
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Edward
This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
4 / 5
Roland JD-08 Boutique Synthesizer
I purchased the JD-08 synthesizer and I am positive about its sonic capabilities. It is however a quite complex synth with many layers running in parallel so can be a bit of getting used to dealing with the layers at the same time. Also, It is definitely a very digital synth, but no shade, that can be cool also and is well worth the money. The range of sounds and effects that can be achieved with this synth is impressive. The effects are so so but do the trick. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality digital synth at an affordable price.
June 25, 2023
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Ymer
This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
5 / 5
Roland JD-08 Boutique Synthesizer
Ayant déja été agréablement surpris par les performances d'autres modules "boutique" je me suis donc penché sur le JD 08, et je n'ai pas été déçu: un concentré de possibilités sonores, avec un visuel inspirant et une interface intuitive riche en commandes directes. Possédant l'original (JD 800), je retrouve bien les caractéristiques sonores qui me sont familières et ceci dans un format cette fois-ci compact et autonome (alimentation par port usb ou piles). 128 voix de polyphonie (pour un "tone") quand il y en avait 24 sur l'original! Et le son est envoyé en numérique sur le port USB! Le séquenceur de mouvement et l'arpégiateur ajoutent des possibilités de modulation aux deux LFO, ce qui permet de dépasser sur ce point le JD 800.
October 13, 2022
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richard
This review was automatically translated from French.
