In the latest XNB video offers a deep dive into the Roland JX-08 synthesizer.
The Roland JX-08 is a new synth in their ‘Boutique’ line, based on the Roland JX-8P. The JX-08 features expanded polyphony, two-part multitimbral capability, and dual/split modes. It includes 32 presets from the original hardware and 100-plus new patches tailored to contemporary styles.
Unlike the original JX-8P, though, the JX-08 features a full set of hands-on controls, derived from the companion PG-800 programmer unit for the original hardware.
Topics covered:
0:00 – Intro
0:52 – Patches, Parts, Dual & Split
05:28 – Initialize and save
10:24 – ARP, NOTE, SEQ
18:45 – Sound Modes
20:47 – DCO’s
28:49 – Mixer ENV
31:02 – VCF
37:42 – Envelopes & VCA
39:22 – Envelopes 101
44:22 – LFO & Portamento
49:91 – Effect
54:34 – Arpeggiator
01:01:15 – Part Options
01:06:36 – MIDI settings
Watch the video embedded above and share your thoughts on the JX-08 in the comments!
Noise Engineering has announced Sinc Legio, a new oscillator for their Legio platform.
The Noise Engineering Legio platform is a Eurorack hardware platform that can load a wide variety of firmware, making it the foundation of developing a wide variety of module types. In a nutshell, the platform uses a standard DSP hardware platform, and only the panels and firmware differ from module to module.
An advantage of this approach is that anyone with a Legio module can download and try any other firmware for it, for free.
Noise Engineering says that Sinc Legio is inspired by Sinc Iter, an oscillator they had to discontinue, but is ’embellished a bit’. Sinc Legio is stereo, and has stereo phase-modulation inputs, multiple sound-generation algorithms, and a vintage-inspired chorus.
They recommend Sinc Legio for bright sounds, FM plucks, and waveshaped and folded sounds.
Since it is based on the Legio platform, current Legio owners can try it on release day, simply by visiting the Noise Engineering Customer Portal.
Sinc Legio is available now in black and silver for $310.