V-Synth
Version 1
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This is the original V-Synth, as it came out on the market in 2003. The V-Synth was a breakthrough in synthesis, as it provided a flexible sound generation structure, using Roland's VariPhrase and COSM technologies to create new, amazing sounds, a high-quality effect section, and power real-time controls like the Time Trip Pad and the D Beam. It also offered V-Link, that could control video equipment and sync to the synth's performance. The V-Synth was well received and is considered a "synthesis machine" - like notable predecessors such as the Jupiter-8, the JD-800, and the JP-8000 - instead of a "ROMpler" like the XP/JV or the Fantom series. Amazing, other-worldly sounds are easily achievable on this instrument, and it is possible to control, morph and twist the sound thanks to its many hands-on controls (plenty of knobs too). |
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The large touch screen makes it easy to navigate through the various menus and parameters. A great, powerful synth that's already a classic. |
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| Roland V-Synth | |
| Year of release: | 2003 |
| Polyphony: | 24-voices |
| Sound generation method: |
Analog Modeling, PCM / VariPhrase (Preset waveforms + Sampling waveforms), External Input |
| Preset memories | 512 (287 presets) |
| MIDI: | in, out, thru |
| Sound expansion capabilities: | D-50 and Vocal cards, sampling |
| Sequencer | no (V2 has Multi-Step modulator) |
| Arpeggiator | yes |
| Effects | yes |
| Velocity | yes |
| Aftertouch | yes |
Resources:
- Review in "Keyboard magazine" ____ _____
available at www.rolandus.com
| SITE | Type of resource | DESCRIPTION |
| www.roland.com | Manufacturer site | home page |
Roland V-Synth Version 1 review with audio demo - August 16, 2008