JV-1080

Software Synthesizer

JV-1080
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Released in 1994 and packed with iconic strings, evocative ethnic instruments, and many more sounds, the JV-1080 is both a ‘90s icon and a powerful contemporary synthesizer.

The New Digital

By the early ‘90s, digital synthesizers had completely taken over the market, and rack units had become popular in studios and on stages alike. Thanks to advancements in digital technology, Roland began to pack a seemingly impossible amount of sounds into a single unit. And by utilizing optional PCM sound cards, users could expand their units with specialized sound sets.

The Sound of the ‘90s

Throughout the ‘90s, the JV-1080 helped fuel the sounds of R&B, pop, hip hop, and rock, and was regularly heard in film and TV scores. Originally designed to mimic acoustic instruments, many of these sounds became so widespread they’re now part of our collective musical vocabulary. Some say it’s the most recorded sound module in history, and modern artists are still utilizing these sounds in new and creative ways.

Plug In Your Own JV-1080

The JV-1080 Software Synthesizer has the look, feel, and factory patches of the original, along with expanded effects, additional waveforms, and increased polyphony.

  • Over 1000 total waveforms, including the original 448
  • The 40 original MFX types expanded to 78 with additional reverb and chorus algorithms
  • Double the polyphony of the original
  • Two additional time-variant, low-pass filters
  • Step LFO
  • Enhanced matrix control functions
  • Full graphical control of parameters, making tone-crafting feel new and exciting

Whether you want to add an authentic ‘90s vibe to a track or pave the way into the future, experience the legendary JV-1080 as part of your Roland Cloud membership.

Specifications
Maximum Polyphony
128 voices
Part
1 part
Tone Memory Type
2 Types (Patch/Rhythm Set)
Waves
1,083 waves
Effects
Multi Effects: 78
Chorus: 3
Reverb: 5
Sampling Frequency
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Memories per bank
128 memories 
User can make new user banks
Plug-In Formats
VSTi 2.4(64bit)* Windows only
VSTi 3.6(64bit)
AU
AAX
System Requirements (macOS™)
Minimum Operating System
macOS 10.14
Host Application
VST instruments (VSTi) version: VST 3.6 compatible
Audio Units (AU) version: Audio Units V2 compatible
AAX Compatible
 
Audio Units (AU) version: V2 Audio Units compatible
CPU
Intel® Core™ i5 or better
Apple M1 chip
RAM
2 GB or more
Hard Disk
400 MB or more
Display/Colors
1280 x 800 or higher/16.7 million colors or more
Other
You'll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software
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 2.4/3.6 compatible
AAX Compatible
CPU
Intel® Core™ i5 or better
RAM
2 GB or more
Hard Disk
400 MB or more
Display/Colors
1280 x 800 or higher, 24 bit Full Color or more
Other
You'll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software.
* 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 software synthesizer version of the JV-1080 Software Synthesizer, Roland cannot guarantee that a given computer can be used satisfactorily with the JV-1080 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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