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Simply iconic.

Introduced in 1984 as an affordable polysynth for the masses, the JUNO-106 surpassed its humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved instruments of all time—and for good reason. It delivers gut-punching basses, delicate plucked sounds, and shimmering pads that sit perfectly in a mix, and its built-in chorus is the stuff of legend. With the JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer, you can bring the authentic sound and experience of this ’80s icon to your own studio and favorite DAW.

+ Highlights

  • Authentic recreation of the JUNO-106 synthesizer, powered using enhanced ACB technology
  • High-definition, resizable interface gives the feel of working with the vintage hardware
  • Adjustable polyphony, selectable from two to eight notes
  • Circuit Mod function lets you tweak the sonic character in real time
  • Extended parameters, advanced arpeggiator, onboard effects, and more
  • Lush chorus effect plus classic reverb, flanger, delay, overdrive, and more
  • Integrated browser lets you search across all installed patch banks
  • Includes classic patches plus new sounds for contemporary music
  • PLUG-OUT compatibility with the SYSTEM-8 hardware synth
  • VST3, AU, and AAX compatibility and native support for Apple silicon
  • Included with Roland Cloud Pro (via Pro Selector) and Ultimate memberships
  • Also available as a Lifetime Key purchase

You always remember your first love.

For a lot of people, the JUNO-106 was their first real synthesizer, and they feel a lifelong affinity for it. Some still have their original unit, while others deeply regret selling it, feeling it was “the one that got away.” Today, original JUNO-106 keyboards are highly sought after by synth fans and perennial favorites of modern producers in a wide range of styles.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

Classic tracks featuring the JUNO-106 ▼

JUNO-106 | What makes a JUNO?

What makes a JUNO?

The JUNO formula of a single DCO, fat sub-oscillator, and characterful VCF—and, of course, the massive swirling chorus—adds up to a sound you can’t help but love. This deceptively simple architecture, along with an easily approachable workflow, means great sounds pour out with seemingly no effort. The JUNO sound is heard on innumerable hit tracks and helped define genres like synthwave, synth-pop, new wave, and more. Over the decades, it has transcended beyond being just a synthesizer—it’s a JUNO.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer | ACB JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

We’ve used our proprietary circuit modeling technology to bring the JUNO-106 to life in your DAW or SYSTEM-8. The ACB process involves carefully analyzing original hardware units, circuit diagrams, and other historical data. We then use this information to recreate the authentic circuit behaviors of the vintage instrument, including all the beloved quirks and instabilities. This is what gives the JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer its breathtakingly lifelike sound and unique character.

Recreating an icon.

While developing the JUNO-106 plug-in, we felt it was important not to veer too far from the original’s elegant simplicity and carefully balanced magic. But we couldn’t resist adding a few modern touches, like making it velocity sensitive, extending the oscillator range, and adding a second envelope and onboard arpeggiator for extra flexibility. The LFO, arpeggiator, and effects conveniently sync to tempo, and the plug-in fits perfectly into your production environment with a freely resizable, high-definition UI and support for VST3, AAX, and AU formats.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

Adjust to taste.

Vintage synths like the JUNO-106 had internal trim controls that allowed technicians to tweak various analog components when they drifted out of spec. But sometimes, “out of spec” created a sound that was unique, interesting, or extraordinary. Realized through our latest ACB advancements, the newly added Circuit Mod function lets you sweep through multiple trims using a single macro control. Along with the Condition parameter, which simulates the effects of aging, you can dial in everything from a factory-primed JUNO-106 to a road-worn synth that hasn’t seen a tech bench in decades.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

A resounding chorus.

A huge part of the JUNO sound is its insanely lush chorus circuit. The software version has two selectable chorus modes like the original, which are modeled in detail along with the inherent (but now adjustable) noise that most JUNO fans would say is part of its charm. Taking things further, we’ve provided additional chorus options along with a selection of equally luscious reverb, delay, flanger, and overdrive effects.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer
JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

Feel free to browse.

The sophisticated browser lets you explore the JUNO-106’s stunning collection of factory presets, your own custom sounds, and patches downloaded from Roland Cloud. Search across all installed patch banks, sort results, rate your favorites, jot down notes, and make quick adjustments with the integrated tweak panel.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

Turn your SYSTEM-8 into a JUNO-106.

The JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer offers full integration with the SYSTEM-8 keyboard. You can change the JUNO-106’s plug-in panel to match the SYSTEM-8 for intuitive, one-to-one control. Or use the PLUG-OUT functionality to turn your SYSTEM-8 into a standalone JUNO-106 that you can play in the studio or on stage.

JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer

Try the JUNO-106 today.

The JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer is available with Roland Cloud Pro (via Pro Selector) and Ultimate memberships or a Lifetime Key purchase. Roland Cloud is also home to software versions of other vintage Roland instruments plus ZENOLOGY, ZENOLOGY FX, Zenbeats, and other inspiring music tools to back your creative journeys.

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Try the JUNO-106 Software Synthesizer for free with a Roland Cloud 30-day trial membership.

Specifications
Maximum Polyphony
8 Voice
LFO
Rate
Delay Time
Delay Time
Trigger Enveloper SW
DCO
Range (64', 32', 16', 8', 4', 2')
LFO Mod
PWM Depth
PWM Source (MAN, LFO, ENV1+, ENV1-, ENV2+, ENV2-)
PWM Level
SAW Level
SUB Level
Noise Level
HPF
Cutoff Freq
VCF
Velocity Sens
Cutoff Freq
Resonance
ENV Mod
LFO Mod
Key Follow
VCA
Velocity Sens
Tone
Mode (ENV1, ENV2, GATE)
Level
ENV1
Attack
Decay
Sustain
Release
ENV2
Attack
Decay
Sustain
Release
 
PORTAMENTO
PORTAMENTO
TYPE(1, 2)
LEGATO (OFF, ON)
Effect
Type (Overdrive, Distortion, Juno Chorus1, Juno Chorus2, Crusher, Phaser)
Tone
Depth
Delay
Type (Delay, Panning Delay, Chorus 1, Chorus 2, Flanger, Delay + Chorus)
Time
Level
REVERB
Type (Ambience, Room, Hall 1 ,Hall 2, Plate, Modulation)
Time
Level
Controller
TEMPO SYNC (OFF, ON)
KEY ASSIGN (MONO, UNI, POLY1, POLY2)
KEY HOLD (OFF, ON)
OCTAVE (-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3)
BEND RANGE
BEND GAIN (x1, x2, x3, x4)
BEND SENS DCO
BEND SENS VCF
MOD SENS DCO
MOD SENS VCF
Arpeggio
Arpeggio (On, Off)
ARP Type (1Oct Up, 1Oct U+D, 1Oct Down, 2OCT Down, 2Oct U+D, 2Oct Up)
ARP Step (1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/4T, 1/8T, 1/16T)
CIRCUIT MOD
AMOUNT
CONDITION
-128--+127
Tune
430.0Hz–450.0Hz
Sampling Frequency
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Patches per bank
64 patches
*User can make new user banks.
Plug-In Formats
VSTi 2.4 (64 bits) * Windows only
VSTi 3.7 (64 bits)
AU
AAX
System Requirements (macOS™)
Minimum Operating System
macOS 11
Host Application
VST instruments (VSTi) version: VST 3.7 compatible
Audio Units (AU) version: V2 Audio Units compatible
AAX Compatible
CPU
Intel® Core™ i5 or better (Quad-core CPU recommended)
Apple Silicon
RAM
10 GB or more
Storage Space
200 MB or more
Display resolution and Colors
1280 x 800 dots or higher, 16.7 million colors or more
Other
You'll need Internet connectivity to Authenticate this software.
You'll need installation SYSTEM-8 driver to connect this software to the SYSTEM-8.
System Requirements (Windows®)
Minimum Operating System
Microsoft® Windows® 10 (64-bit)

*This does not work with the Windows® RT.
*This does not work with the Windows® Phone.
*This does not work on the virtual machines such as Hyper-V, Virtual PC, or Boot Camp.
Host Application
VST instruments (VSTi) version: VST 2.4/3.7 compatible
AAX compatible
CPU
Intel® Core™ i5 or better (Quad-core CPU recommended)
RAM
10 GB or more
Storage Space
150 MB or more
Display resolution and Colors
1280 x 800 dots or higher, 24 bits Full Color or more
Other
You'll need Internet connectivity to Authenticate this software.
You'll need installation SYSTEM-8 driver to connect this software to the SYSTEM-8.
* Although Roland has tested numerous configurations, and has determined that on average, a computer system similar to that described above will permit normal operation of the PLUG-OUT SOFTWARE SYNTHESIZER, Roland cannot guarantee that a given computer can be used satisfactorily with the PLUG-OUT SOFTWARE SYNTHESIZER based solely on the fact that it meets the above requirements. This is because there are too many other variables that may influence the processing environment, including differences in motherboard design and the particular combination of other devices involved.

Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

VST is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
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