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Roland JX-03 Boutique synthesizer module

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Roland JX-03 Boutique synthesizer module

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Specifications

Product features

19-inch rack size
Not applicable
Number of keys
None
Arpeggiator/sequencer
Sequencer
Control
Ribbon
Synthesizer inputs
Line in
Sound source
Virtual analogue
MIDI & other
MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Synthesizer outputs
Line out jack, headphone
Type of keys
Not applicable
Synthesizer type
Desktop module

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
1,0 kg
Dimensions
36,0 x 18,0 x 8,0 cm

Product specifications

  • Roland JX-03
  • synthesizer module
  • series: Boutique
  • re-creation of the JX-3P
  • technology: ACB (Analogue Circuit Behaviour)
  • polyphony: 4
  • oscillators: 1, with sub oscillator and noise oscillator
  • LFO: 1
  • filters: 2 (LPF + HPF)
  • envelopes: 1
  • polarity envelope flippable via filter
  • chorus
  • key modes: Poly, Solo, Unison
  • step sequencer
  • ribbon controllers: 2 x
  • patches: 48
  • also functions as an audio interface (24 bit, 44.1 kHz)
  • chain mode: use two JX-03 modules as one 8-voice JX-03
  • power supply: USB or 4x AA batteries
  • built-in speaker: 1.5 W
  • included accessories:
    • manual
    • safety instructions
    • 4x AA batteries
  • connectors:
    • headphone: mini stereo jack
    • output: mini stereo jack
    • input: mini stereo jack
    • MIDI IN/OUT
    • USB MicroB
  • dimensions: 300 x 128 x 46 mm
  • sturdy metal front panel
  • weight: 970 grams (including batteries)
  • colour: black

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Specifications

Product features

19-inch rack size
Not applicable
Number of keys
None
Arpeggiator/sequencer
Sequencer
Control
Ribbon
Synthesizer inputs
Line in
Sound source
Virtual analogue
MIDI & other
MIDI in, MIDI out, MIDI over USB
Synthesizer outputs
Line out jack, headphone
Type of keys
Not applicable
Synthesizer type
Desktop module

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
1,0 kg
Dimensions
36,0 x 18,0 x 8,0 cm

Product specifications

  • Roland JX-03
  • synthesizer module
  • series: Boutique
  • re-creation of the JX-3P
  • technology: ACB (Analogue Circuit Behaviour)
  • polyphony: 4
  • oscillators: 1, with sub oscillator and noise oscillator
  • LFO: 1
  • filters: 2 (LPF + HPF)
  • envelopes: 1
  • polarity envelope flippable via filter
  • chorus
  • key modes: Poly, Solo, Unison
  • step sequencer
  • ribbon controllers: 2 x
  • patches: 48
  • also functions as an audio interface (24 bit, 44.1 kHz)
  • chain mode: use two JX-03 modules as one 8-voice JX-03
  • power supply: USB or 4x AA batteries
  • built-in speaker: 1.5 W
  • included accessories:
    • manual
    • safety instructions
    • 4x AA batteries
  • connectors:
    • headphone: mini stereo jack
    • output: mini stereo jack
    • input: mini stereo jack
    • MIDI IN/OUT
    • USB MicroB
  • dimensions: 300 x 128 x 46 mm
  • sturdy metal front panel
  • weight: 970 grams (including batteries)
  • colour: black
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Product information

Product no: 9000-0021-0756

General

In the '80s, an important change took place: more and more synthesizer manufacturers were replacing sliders and knobs with a menu structure. The Roland JX-3P had the same oscillators and filters as the Junos and Jupiters, but with fewer interface controls. The Roland JX-03 Boutique synthesizer module - a desktop module that can be connected to the corresponding K25m keyboard - could be described as a born-again JX-3P. And the good news is immediately visible: it's got lots and lots of knobs!

Characteristics of the Roland JX-03 Boutique

In its day, the JX-3P had a lot to offer, and thanks to its Analogue Circuit Behaviour technology, Roland is still able to profit from it today. One of the advantages of the JX-3P, when compared to the Junos, is the fact that it has two oscillators, which the JX-03 has also inherited, along with the Jupiter-8's Cross Mod knob including ringmod and sync. The filter is comparable to that of the JP-8: next to the resonant low-pass is a non-resonant high-pass. You can influence various parameters with the ADSR envelope as well as the extensive LFO. When it comes to complexity, the JX-3P - and this JX-03 - is clearly smack in the middle of the Jupiter and the Juno.

Further Possibilities

As the image shows: there are presets, and they're actually printed on the control panel! How often do we get to see that? It's vintage, through and through. Making pads is easy enough - just activate the chorus button and become engulfed in a warm blanket of sound. For your performance, you can choose from the Solo, Unison and Poly modes - Unison meaning a combination of all oscillators at once (which sounds pretty extreme!). Lastly, the ribbon strips give you a modern variation of pitch bend and modulation. One last bonus? The JX-03 also functions as an audio interface for your DAW. Not even the original JX-3P can top that!

Tips or comments about this product

  • Please note: this product is only the module. The K-25m keyboard shown is sold separately.

  • In the Boutique box, you will find four batteries included. A USB adapter, however, is not included.

Bax Music Warranty This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

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5 / 5

Roland JX-03 Boutique synthesizer module

Als oud bezitter van een JX-3P met PG-200 en bezitter van een JP8000 kon ik de verleiding niet weerstaan om ook deze aan te schaffen. Geen moment spijt. Door de extra mogelijkheden en de aanslaggevoeligheid op volume een supersynthesizer. Chorus ruist, maar ook zonder chorus produceert deze een supervette sound; vetter dan de JP8000. Heb zelf al vele softsynths, maar deze is al snel favoriet voor veel toepassingen. Enig minpuntje is dat er maar 16 sounds op te slaan zijn. Wel mogelijk om die op de schijf van je PC te zetten. Door alle knoppen heerlijk tweaken en spelen met sounds. Voor die prijs een echte aanrader! Perfecte synth voor sync klanken en electro music sounds, met super snelle reagerende envelop.
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

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