Roland Jupiter-Xm synthesizer

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	keyboard action
synthesizer inputs	microphone input, AUX input
synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input)
Polyphony	variable (max.256)

Synthesizer type	keyboard
type of keys	keyboard action
synthesizer inputs	microphone input, AUX input
synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Audio via USB	no
control	sustain (input)
Polyphony	variable (max.256)

Roland Jupiter-Xm synthesizer
Product no: 9000-0055-3120 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

The Jupiter Series has been around for a quite a while and saw its first surge of popularity back in the eighties. The latest member to the family is the Roland Jupiter-Xm, a compact synthesizer with hands full of hands-on potential for ambitious sound designers. Inside, you'll find the ZEN-Core sound generator also featured in the new Roland Fantom, which practically means you're backed by multiple sound engines, both virtual-analogue and sample-based ones. It's made up of five parts; four for the synths and one for the drums.

Roland Jupiter-Xm: So much more than meets the eye!

In spite of its compact design, the Jupiter-Xm has been outfitted with a large amount of control elements and is more capable than you might expect at first sight. Take the ADSR envelope, for instance. This synth's actually got three: one for pitch, one for filter and one for amp. The filter? Well, let's just say there are a whole lot more than just one inside. A single LFO? Nah-ah. Three. Don't be fooled, this is not just another synth. The ZEN-Core technology makes this Roland synth exceptionally future-proof and a huge effects section will keep your creative juices flowing for years to come. And let's not forget the fresh-out-of-the-oven I-Arpeggiator. This pattern arpeggiator can drive the Jupiter-Xm by itself if need be!

Who and what's it for?

Let's talk about the connectors. With MIDI in and out, a mic input, jack and XLR outputs and more, the connection options are endless. This inspiring sound source deserves a rightful spot in any studio but was also built for live use with its lightning-fast interface and limitless potential.

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	37
Arpeggiator/sequencer	arpeggiator, sequencer
19-inch rack size	not applicable
Synthesizer type	keyboard
Type of keys	mini keys
Synthesizer inputs	microphone input, AUX input
Synthesizer outputs	line out jack, line out XLR, headphone
MIDI & other	MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Audio via USB	yes
Control	sustain (input)
Polyphony	variable (max.256)

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	6,5 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	78,0 x 42,0 x 16,5 cm

Product specifications

Roland Jupiter-Xm synthesizer
sound generator: ZEN-Core
number of parts: 5 (4x synth, 1x drums)
built-in stereo speakers
power supply:
- adapter included
- 8x Ni-MH AA
dimensions: 576 x 308 x 93 mm
weight: 4.4 kg

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Marcel B. April 28, 2020

Wrote the following about Roland Jupiter-Xm synthesizer

Ik ben het volledig met Chris S. eens.
+ De bouwkwaliteit is uitstekend (beter dan mijn System-8)
+ De vele 'vintage' sound engines en de Zen core hebben werkelijk een subliem geluid! (ik heb zo'n 12 andere synths en dus genoeg vergelijkingsmateriaal)
+ Erg makkelijk om zelf scenes te maken
+ De I-Arp en sequencer zijn geweldig en zorgen voor de nodige creativiteit
+ 'Menu diving' valt inderdaad heel erg mee, eenmaal je weg gevonden raak je hem niet meer kwijt, lang leve de shift knop..
+ Ziet er gewoon goed uit!
+ Lekker compact, ik zet hem in de tuin, badkamer enz. enz. en ga er mee aan de slag
- Wellicht het aantal en de kleine toetsten maar dan moet je voor de Jupiter-X gaan...die is wel ruim 1000,- duurder...
- Deze synth kost je heel veel tijd!! omdat je niet kunt stoppen met spelen....

Chris S. March 7, 2020

Wrote the following about Roland Jupiter-Xm synthesizer

Whooww... wat een sound! Met 4 lagen dik, wat wil je nog meer? Compact dus zeer makkelijk mee te nemen en overal te gebruiken. De bouwkwaliteit is een 10 met een griffel, dat kan niet beter. Uitgerust met een fantastisch klavierbed. Op Youtube praten ze over "menu diving" vanwege het kleine display, maar eigenlijk valt dat best wel mee. Als je de shifttoets ingedrukt houdt en draait aan een potmeter springt hij daar meteen naartoe. Wil je een parameter opvragen houdt je exit ingedrukt en draai je aan de betreffende potmeter. Gewoon een SuperSytnh in klein formaat!