Roland J6 Block Keys Sound Module

Description

ROLAND J-6 Chord Synth

The J-6 Chord Synthesizer is an inexhaustible source of musical inspiration, combining a powerful chord sequencer with the acclaimed sounds of the JUNO-60 synth. Quickly generate exciting new song ideas and experiment with styles and variations to produce tracks and rhythmic patterns from your chords. Add effects to polish your sound and expand your creative possibilities by interfacing with other AIRA Compacts, MIDI hardware, and music production software.

The Realm of Chords.

With 100 chord sets covering a wide variety of genres, the J-6 will always provide ideas for your songs and jam sessions. You don't need to know chords or music theory to create great music: just recall a set and compose chord progressions on the fly with a simple touch of the keyboard. Find ideas for new pieces, create accompaniments for live performances, or send chord information to other MIDI devices.

Get the Rhythm.

Using the J-6's style banks and variations, it's easy to infuse static chords with dynamic energy and irresistible movement. Transform an idea with rich arpeggios and rhythmic phrases, and keep the groove going with a simple press of the Hold button.

Create Your Next Hit.

When you have a chord progression in mind, bring it to life with the J-6's chord sequencer. There are 64 patterns with up to 64 steps each, and you can quickly input chords, style variations, single notes, and tempo changes into each step to create your masterpieces.

Edit and Tweak.

After building a pattern on the J-6, press Play and add even more color with the intuitive tactile controls. Select different synth presets, modify the filter and envelope in real-time, and complete everything with customizable reverb and delay effects.

The Historic Sound of JUNO.

With the J-6, you'll have all the iconic synth sounds that have been the foundation of decades of musical hits, right in your pocket or backpack. Our acclaimed Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology faithfully reproduces the famous JUNO-60 sound in minute detail, complete with 64 presets derived from the original. Use the J-6's sound generator with the chord sequencer, play it from the built-in keyboard or an external MIDI controller, or use it as a sound module in a larger setup.

Expand Your Horizons.

The J-6 has the connectivity you need to integrate with other AIRA Compacts and larger equipment. Accompany your created chords with drums and bass from the T-8 Beat Machine, and add evocative vocal textures with the E-4 Voice Tweaker. Or interface with computer DAWs, mobile music apps, and hardware instruments via USB-C or MIDI.

You choose when and where.

Compact and convenient, the J-6 is ready to offer instant inspiration wherever you go. The lithium-ion battery provides up to 4.5 hours of battery life per charge, while Roland's robust construction ensures years of musical enjoyment.

Specifications

A portable rhythm & bass machine with authentic Roland sounds

● Six rhythmic tracks with sounds derived from iconic TR-808, TR-909, and TR-606 drum machines

● Bass track with sawtooth/square waveforms and direct controls derived from TB-303 Bass Line

● Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology faithfully recreates the sounds and performance of vintage Roland instruments

● Classic TR-REC sequencer for drums, with 64 user patterns and up to 32 steps each

● Dive into advanced rhythmic programming including probability, sub step, last step, and velocity.

● Real-time recording and powerful performance features such as step loop, mute, fill, reload, and pattern shift

● Enrich and process sounds with delay, reverb, overdrive, and sidechain compression

● Full connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link

● Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface: no drivers required

● Lithium-ion battery with up to 4.5 hours of battery life per charge

● Robust construction and high-quality rubber pads

● Connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices via optional BOSS TRS MIDI cables