The 76-note XP-80 is an integrated workstation with 64-voice polyphony, 16-part multitimbral capabilities and Roland's acclaimed 32-bit RISC chip processor for integrated sequencing, arrangement and synth layering possibilities. Expansion slots accommodate any four of the SR-JV80-Series expansion boards simultaneously.
Pro-quality 76-note weighted-action workstation keyboard, velocity/aftertouch-sensitive
64-voice polyphony, 16-part multitimbral capabilities
8 MB of internal waveform memory; 40 MB and more than 1,500 Patches when fully expanded
Accommodates up to four SR-JV80-Series expansion boards simultaneously
16-track MRC-Pro sequencer with direct-from-disk playback
New sequencer functions like "non-stop" loop recording for added ease
Huge 320x80 full-dot backlit LCD for instant verification of all parameters
Onboard sequencer memory: 100 patterns, one song, 60,000 notes
Advanced arpeggiator including MIDI sync and guitar strum mode
Realtime Phrase Sequence (RPS) for on-the-fly triggering
42 insert effects: reverb, chorus, delay, ring modulation, distortion, etc.
Two pairs of independent stereo outputs
Quick Palette with four assignable sliders; Click out with volume knob
Collection of dedicated function buttons for increased operational ease
Note that this product is no longer in production. Similar capabilities can be found in the Fantom workstation.
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I have a non-aftertouch 88 on the bottom, but prefer a semi-weighted 76 with aftertouch on top. On the XP80 and Fantom X7 Roland got the aftertouch exactly right for me. Very intuitive. I hope this continues with the new Fantom. Aftertouch on 88 weighted boards feels counter-intuitive to me.
My card arrived and is fine - I decided to program it (with SR-JV-04) powered by a USB cable and it was pretty easy once I connected to the hotspot.
Popped it in my 3080 and the patches show right up! No time for further testing...
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