FA 08 ROLAND Workstation 88-key synthesizer, Year of new purchase in 2015, hardly used. 

The Roland FANTOM is a powerful and impressive synthesizer workstation with sequencer, sampler, audio interface and extensive synthesizer functions. In the generously sized and expandable sound memory, Roland has literally immortalized a best-of 40 years of synthesizer history and integrated its high-quality V-Piano for all keyboard virtuosos. In addition to multiple synthesis technologies that can be used simultaneously, you can keep in mind that the FANTOM's analog multi-mode filter can be the icing on the cake for some sounds. The sequencer offers real-time sequencing, TR/step sequencing and a clip sequencer. OneShots and loops can be playfully triggered via the sampler pads and integrated into your own creations.Another highlight of the FANTOM are the scene memorieswhich are organized in four banks with 128 memory locations each. They act as fast creative memories and hold everything you work on. Whether it's a handful of patterns, a song you've started, a sound you're creating, various settings related to your current project in the audio workstation, or all of the above, handwritten notes and "it has to stay on because I can't save it" are a thing of the past.Anyone who has worked with Roland instruments will quickly notice that the operation has been redesigned and leads to faster results, not only because of the neat interface but also because of the Fantom's very intuitive menu navigation.Sounds and synthesisRoland has gone all out with the FANTOM, equipping its flagship product with over 3500 sounds and over 90 drum kits, as well as the very avant-garde V-Piano. Strings, organ, piano, guitar, brass, choir, wind instruments and more: the FANTOM's selection is simply outstanding!The typical Roland sound architecture has been retained in that each sound can be composed of four parts. However, the FANTOM's Parts correspond to a complete and extended synthesizer voice with its own oscillator and filter models, envelopes, modulation assignments and, of course, its own volume and panning controls. There is also a dual LFO for each of the four parts, which not only has the usual waveforms, with and without BPM sync, but you can also create your own waveforms by hand. We calculate: 16 tracks with up to 8 LFOs per sound; 128 LFOs simultaneously! If you like to create new sounds from scratch, this is the source of all modulation ideas.The new and extended architecture allows you to create sounds according to the modular principle: take for example the SuperSaw oscillator (known from the JP-8000) and combine it with the Juno filter; what was previously reserved for modularists, you get here in a storable way! Different synthesis technologies can be defined for each sound and each part, so there's nothing to stop a layered sound of roaring organ, delay-wrapped bells and crisp bass.EffectsA set of 90 multi-effects are just waiting to modify and refine the sounds created, individually or in parallel, respectively in series, per part. The selection of delay, reverb, chorus, flanger, distortion, real one-offs with a wow character, should leave nothing to be desired. Moreover, the Fantom has enough power to calculate elaborate effect chains for each of the 16 tracks without running out of steam. In addition, each part has its own EQ. The master compressor is located above the main output. A special position is given to the analog filter, which offers four different filter types (LPF, BPF, HPF & PKG), including the drive. The filter can be assigned to individual tracks, the main output, a DAW return or the analog inputs. Thus, it is not only an extended part of the sound generation, but also an independent effect to give sounds the final touch in the right place.Sequencer and samplerThe Fantom's sequencer has been completely reworked and now offers parallel recording and composing concepts that perfectly support the "typical" recording methods. Instead of recording all tracks in one pattern "as before", the Fantom offers the possibility to freely combine the 16 tracks and use them independently. The songs can be arranged in the classic linear way or in the clip sequencer (comparable to Ableton Live). The TR/step sequencer, which is also capable of substepping and ratcheting, is ideal for rhythm programming. The perfectly played piano or the funky organ can be recorded in real time, either with or without note quantization. The same applies to the 16 pads, which play individual sounds from the internal sound generator or from their own samples. This pad mode is familiar from the Akai MPC series. Behind the pads is also the sampler; with 8-fold polyphony, four banks of 16 pads each can be assigned. Sounds and loops can be up to 2 GB in size, time stretching is of course also offered for loops. A comprehensive Arpeggiator and a chord memory function are also part of the Fantom's sophisticated playback aids.Full integration in a DAWThe FANTOM can be fully integrated into the workflow of a DAW (e.g. Apple Logic Pro, GarageBand, MainStage). Thanks to the USB audio interface, 16 stereo tracks can be recorded, edited and, most importantly, processed in parallel in the computer. Three stereo tracks can be addressed from the DAW to the FANTOM, either to edit a track with the analog filter or as an audio output from the DAW to the main mixer. Plug-ins loaded in the DAW can be easily used and edited from the FANTOM, including song position pointers and the entire DAW transport field. DAW and plug-in commands are also stored in the scenes and can be recalled in seconds, provided the computer is connected and the DAW is open. Otherwise, this data is not taken into account when loading.Thanks to several USB ports, it is of course possible to connect other devices in addition to a computer and an external storage medium such as a USB stick. For example, you can connect a second keyboard for two-handed play, a Breath controller or a fader box.System update 2.1The highlights of the new OS 2.1 are the four expansion slots, which can be equipped with expansions of popular and historical Roland synthesizer models. The four timeless classics Jupiter-8, Juno-106, SH-101, and JX-8P mark the beginning of an ever-evolving series. Best of all, the update, which includes a number of bug fixes and improvements, is available for free to all Fantom 6/7/8 owners, as well as the four cult synths!The instruments themselves can be combined in the usual way with the state-of-the-art Zen Core synthesis, V-Piano sounds or for example your own multi-samples. Moreover, each of the four synthesizers is presented with its own interface and of course with the controls of the corresponding originals. Thanks to the Zenology platform, you have access to this huge variety of sounds everywhere.

Erica Synths Fusionbox is a distinct multifunctional analogue effects unit that combines BBD chip based effects – delay, flanger, chorus – with tube overdrive in the delay output and feedback path for extra thickness of sound.Fusion Box lowpass filtering is fully adjustable from none to extreme for a really deep bass sound. A special feature, not found in other contemporary stompboxes or effect units, is the Vintage Stereo Ensemble.The Vintage Stereo Ensemble provides the classic “stereo ensemble” effect, found on many vintage synthesizers from almost any brand and make. In stereo ensemble effect, the delayed, processed and filtered sound is added back to the dry (mono) audio with inverted phase for one channel, and direct phase in the other. This gives it the distinct and unique moving character, different from that obtained with chorus effects. However, use of inverted phase in stereo field also adds certain peculiarities to watch out for. For example, when such stereo audio is played back on an older “surround” decoding sound system, ensemble effect sound may move to the rear sound channel. Also, if the output gets mixed back to mono, the effect may disappear. This also applies to mono subwoofer systems, or speakers that are placed too close. This is normal, and occurs with any similar vintage stereo ensemble processing. In this case and if such oddities are undesirable, to avoid mono mixing issues, you can choose to use only one of the output channels, or use two separate ensemble processors for left and right channels.Fusionbox has adjustable input gain, therefore it works with various sound sources – guitars, units with line level signals (synthesizers, grooveboxes, etc.) and modular synths. Footswitch allows to switch on or bypass effects making Fusionbox ideal for guitar players.

The PRS SE Custom 24 2021 is more than ever the ideal guitar between the two American solid body electric guitars.The PRS Custom 24 has been the flagship of PRS guitars since its introduction in 1985, as this sublime guitar has been the source of its success. It has found its way by combining the best features of the two iconic models mentioned above.Even in this consumer version, the SE Custom 24 is staggering in its quality: the essences are magnificent, the electronics are deep and expressive, and the luthiery is almost irreproachable (insofar as perfection is not of this world). You want your money's worth? the SE Custom 24 will not disappoint you.The 85/15 S pickups (split in single/double coil via push/pull tone control) are of almost the same quality as the US versions.The 2021 model is similar to the previous one, just new finishes, here in a sumptuous Bonnie Pink finish for 2021.

The SE Paul's Guitar is an excellent example of design, engineering and teamwork. It's as close to the SE series as you can get, and I'm very proud of it," said Paul Reed Smith.The SE Paul's Guitar offers a lot of "PRS," starting with sound and versatility. The TCI "S" pickups for treble and bass deliver a very pure, vintage sound. The SE Paul's Guitar is also equipped with two mini-switches between the volume and tone knobs. This configuration allows players to put either or both pickups in true single coil mode, offering the clarity and uniqueness of vintage single coil sounds in both single coil and humbucking positions. This is the first model to offer this style of electronics outside of the Private Stock and Core lines. Similarly, the PRS bridge is the same as the Core Paul's Guitar, but with brass bridges."The Paul's Guitar, like the Modern Eagle before it, has always represented Paul's latest guitar building discoveries. To incorporate this guitar into the SE series, we knew the sound, functionality and playability had to be perfect and consistent," said Jack Higginbotham, COO of PRS Guitars. "We think this guitar offers a lot of possibilities for players."

The PF 32 is without a doubt the ultimate microphone monitor. With its simple installation, light weight, aluminum construction and acoustic qualities, it will become an indispensable accessory for all your sound recording. The filter is fixed with a specific support. You can then attach a studio microphone for sound recording. The result is really surprising for a very low cost investment. The PF 32 Stand will allow the filter to be attached very easily, but also the possibility of adjusting its height.Microphone not supplied, stand not supplied, pop filter not supplied. This is the microphone screen with the stand.

The MC 001 is a large-diaphragm studio microphone with a classic cardioid pickup pattern. It comes with a professional suspension.The PF 32 is without a doubt the ultimate microphone monitor. With its simple installation, light weight, aluminum construction and acoustic qualities, it will become an indispensable accessory for all your sound recording. The filter is fixed with a specific support. You can then attach a studio microphone for sound recording. The result is really surprising for a very cheap investment.  After the great success of the PF 32 Noise Filter, the brand is now introducing the PF 32 STAND, specially designed for this purpose. It will allow the simple fixing of the filter but also the possibility to adjust the height.

A versatile and beautiful electro.The GN10CENS is a true workhorse of the brand, a versatile and beautiful guitar in its simplicity. This quality guitar at a modest price is a timeless classic of the brand which benefits in addition from a cutaway, a TP-4T preamp and a superb satin varnish.A wise choice of woods.The choice of wood for the Takamine GN10CENS mixes classicism and originality. The top is made of spruce, the body and the neck are made of mahogany: a combination that has proven itself to deliver a warm, round and precise sound.A perfect preamp.Takamine has built its reputation on the excellence of its electroacoustic systems, and the GN10CENS is no exception. The built-in TP-4T preamp includes a highly functional tuner, as well as three volume, tone and mid-cut controls that eliminate feedback. All you need is a strap and pick to hit the bars, cafes and theaters of the world. And because it's a Takamine, you can always count on it.

Expand your horizon. FANTOMs continue to grow and evolve with new sounds and features added regularly. Roland Cloud offers dozens of Sound Packs and Modeling Extensions that keep your music fresh, while regular updates bring new features and user-requested improvements to enhance the FANTOM experience. Modeling Extensions are available for the following instruments: - ZENOLOGY and ZENOLOGY Pro - JUPITER-X and JUPITER-Xm - FANTOM range Maximum creativity for a more complete experience No more complex modes and menus, its operation is optimized to make the experience more fluid and fast. Create and shape your compositions instantly. A creative process that integrates seamlessly with any computer. The Fantom's maximum creativity mode is always active, no more need to go through menus and sub-menus to overcome technical problems, you'll be efficient wherever you play. No sound compromises, no more technical limits, let your ideas guide you and focus on creating! A sound generator without equal With 40 years of expertise in sound creation, the Fantom's generator integrates both classic and modern sounds. With its Behavior Modelling processors, this workstation offers precise, flexible controls, wide polyphony and multiple patches. Above all, the Fantom is a scalable platform, ready to accommodate future sounds and features. After packing all kinds of technology and sound quality, what could be more important than the feeling of an instrument that responds to your fingers and lets you express yourself fully? The Fantom features Roland's finest keyboards, including the famous PHA-50 for the 88-key version, and an all-new semi-weighted keyboard for the 61- and 76-key versions. The Fantom workstation excels in its speed of creation and arrangement. With its RGB pads, TR-REC sequencer, real-time recording with Piano-Roll, as well as a recording grid and clip launch, you'll be able to perform your compositions. The TR-REC sequencer has been upgraded on the Fantom and features step subdivisions, step automation and chord management.The Fantom doesn't stop there, it can control software synthesizers directly from its touch screen, modular synths or analog synths via its dual CV/Gate output. It is a real high quality audio interface with 16 stereo outputs and 3 stereo inputs. A real platform capable of increasing its power when connected to another device!

The SK PRO incorporates the most advanced "Modelled Tone Wheel 1" (MTW1) sound engine, pioneered by the Hammond XK-5 Organ, widely recognized as the standard in digital tone wheel organ sound.The newly developed Virtual Multi-Contact system replicates the keyboard behavior of a Vintage Hammond Organ, giving the player the distinctive Hammond "touch" experience in great detail. For even greater versatility, our optional MIDI Pedalboards such as the XPK-130G, XPK-200G, XPK-200GL, can trigger this Virtual Multi-Contact system for pedalboard sounds.A new generation of on-board Digital Leslie brings deeper authenticity, including the airflow of the Leslie rotors, faithfully reproducing the Leslie's unique sound and three-dimensional effect.A new tube modeling system provides the essential Hammond "warmth-to-tubes".A special system emulating the Matching Transformer of a vintage Hammond Organ adds a striking authenticity to the Hammond Harmonic Drawbar tones.In addition to the pull-tab sound sets, the SK PRO also models Italian, British and Japanese organ combos, which have made a comeback in today's music.The player can also call upon the full range of Classical Pipe Organ Voices, and for the first time ever in a modern keyboard, a range of Theater Pipe Organ Voices is now included.The 4 sound engines can be used simultaneously or separately, including the MTW1 for the Organ section (61 polyphony voices), the Sampling Sound Engine with 128 polyphony voices for the Piano/Ensemble section, and a monodic synthesizer with analog modeling for the Mono Synth sectionThe 10 sliders in the Organ section are from the XK-5 model.The Mono Synth section includes an oscillator with 6 different waveforms, 4 types of filters, resonance and drive control as well as different modulation options (one LFO, 2 envelopes). It also includes 2 multieffects, an overdrive and an equalizer. A collection of 100 presets is provided, and you can also save your own settings.The organ section has vibrato, chorus, overdrive, 2 multieffects, an EQ and a tone control. A new digital Leslie emulation is also included. A collection of 100 presets is provided, and you can also save your own settings.In the Piano/Ensemble section, there are 2 multieffects as well as an equalizer and an overdrive. A collection of 300 presets is provided, and you can also save your own settings.On the master output, there is an equalizer and a reverb.The SK Pro comes in two versions with 61 or 73 semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys, with up to 3 assignable zones for each modelThere are two modulation wheels as well as portamento and Leslie speed controls (which you can also bypass)The SK Pro has a display screen, internal memory and a slot for connecting a USB stick

The Crush 20RT builds on the tonal platform of the Crush 20 with even more functionality due to the inclusion of a lush onboard reverb and an integrated chromatic tuner. Like its more ‘stripped down’ sibling, the Crush 20RT features footswitchable Clean and Dirty channels plus our new high gain, four stage preamp design, serving up a huge palette of overdriven and distorted sounds, rich in harmonic overtones.The sheer punch achieved through the Crush 20RT’s custom 8″ Voice of the World speaker is nothing short of staggering, with a commanding delivery and depth of sound that belies amp’s modest footprint. Complete with an Aux In for backing tracks and a CabSim-loaded headphone output, the Crush 20RT is the perfect portable practice amp combo, combining usable features with legendary Orange tone and buckets of classic Orange mojo.ALL ANALOGUE SIGNAL PATHOur commitment to analogue amplifier circuitry in a digital age ensures Crush amps possess the lively feel and responsiveness that Orange is famous for, inspiring guitarists to play their instruments, not the technology. The Crush 20RT’s highly effective 3 band EQ section allows for huge control over your sound, from bold vintage colours to scooped modern tones.TWIN CHANNEL, HIGH GAIN PREAMP DESIGNExperience levels of detailed saturation and versatility never before heard in a practice amplifier. Building on the huge success of our Crush Pro series, our high gain preamp design puts a truly inspiring range of complex tones in the hands of the player. High quality, low noise components provide four stages of gain with exceptional richness and clarity, delivering everything from blissful cleans, to classic Bluesy Orange crunch all the way through to full-bodied, ultra high gain Metal distortion. Clean and Dirty channels can be switched on the amp’s top panel or remotely using the optional footswitch.CABINET SIMULATIONThe headphone/line output includes our new CabSim feature, faithfully emulating the sound of a mic’d Orange 4×12″ cabinet loaded with our flagship Voice of the World speakers. Use headphones for silent practice or connect to a mixer/recording console to capture huge, authentic Orange tones in the studio.REVERB & INTEGRATED CHROMATIC TUNERBased on a classic ‘spring’ type, the reverb in the Crush ‘RT models is an all-new digital module which adds a warm 3D spaciousness to your sound. Ranging from a subtle shimmer to lengthy ethereal trails, the circuit features an analogue ‘dry through’, ensuring your guitar’s tone maintains its integrity as the reverb is blended in.  The integrated chromatic tuner is accurate and fast-tracking for quick tune-ups between jams.VOICE OF THE WORLD SPEAKEROur own custom designed speakers deliver the perfect balance between modern low end punch and vintage highs, maintaining clarity even when pushed.CLASSIC ORANGE STYLINGFinished in our legendary livery dating back to 1968, the Crush range features our basket weave vinyl, woven speaker grille cloth, signature ‘picture frame’ edging and iconic hieroglyphs on the control panel.