General
With the Roland Juno-DS 61, you have an incredibly versatile synthesizer at your fingertips. This synth basically begs to be played, no matter where you are. Besides the usual power supply unit, you can also use AA batteries to power the DS61, in which case you're able to play for up to five hours on end. Boasting a modest weight of only 11 lbs and 12 oz, this synthesizer is exceptionally portable, making it perfect for keyboard players who tour with a band. Roland has graced the Juno-DS 61 with a straightforward layout and intuitive controls, so you don't have to be a real synth geek to get a great performance out of it. Anyone can work with this Juno!
Characteristics of the Roland Juno-DS 61
Naturally, what you're looking for in a synthesizer first and foremost is great sound. Fortunately, Roland has a respectable history in that regard. Besides the sounds of the Juno-DI, the Juno-DS 61 offers new acoustic pianos, electric pianos, organs and various live sounds. Furthermore, the synth allows you to import additional WAV sounds, so you're never restricted to a limited selection. Simply create them yourself, or download them from the Roland Axial website, for instance. The synthesizer's eight phrase pads are ideal for triggering audio files from a USB stick.
Who would benefit from the Juno-DS 61?
The Juno-DS is a real all-rounder that shines in the studio as well as on stage. Extensive audio editing is an option, but if you'd rather not, there are numerous presets for you to choose from. As a true Roland instrument, this Juno synthesizer features both high-grade sounds and effects, which is outstanding news for producers and songwriters who like to make a good impression. If you fancy adding some vocals, you'll be happy to hear that the Juno-DS has a microphone input with a dedicated reverb. Even vocoding and pitch correction are at your disposal, including extreme settings (such as the characteristic sound from Cher's hit song Believe).
Tips or comments about this product
Please note: it's not possible to power the Juno-DS with carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries.