Essential Information About the Roland FANTOM-08 Synthesizer
88-key PHA-4 Standard Keyboard with escapement and Ivory Feel for refined piano expressiveness, ideal for studio and stage.
ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL, and V-TW Engines (+ Model Expansions) covering everything from acoustic piano to modern textures, with Tone import/export and compatibility with FANTOM-6/7/8.
Professional Workflow on 16 Zones: scenes, Tone Remain, scene chain up to 512 scenes, multifunction pads, arpeggiator, Chord Memory, and Motional Pad.
Integrated Production: 16-track sequencer, keyboard and PAD sampling, vocoder, powerful effects, and 24-bit/96 kHz USB audio interface (16 stereo inputs / 2 stereo outputs).
The Heart of the FANTOM Range in an Accessible 88-Key Format
The FANTOM-08 condenses the DNA of Roland workstations into a lightweight and affordable 88-key format. It integrates into the FANTOM ecosystem thanks to save compatibility with the FANTOM-6/7/8 and is enhanced via Roland Cloud (EXZ, EXSN, EXM series) to evolve with your sound needs. Scenes can be imported/exported, facilitating sharing and set preparation.
For Stage Keyboardists, Producers, and Creators
Whether you play pop/rock, ambient, synthwave, electro/techno, or compose for visuals, the FANTOM-08 offers immediate control and great versatility. Its PHA-4 keyboard suits demanding pianists, while the 16 zones, effects, and sequencer meet the needs of live setlists, home studio production, and sound experimentation.
Features and Innovations
The ZEN-Core engine and SuperNATURAL technologies (acoustic, preloaded pianos and EPs) coexist with the VTW organ (in ZONE 2) and Model Expansions (via EXM series). You have 16 internal/external zones, a complete effects architecture (MFX per zone, Part EQ, drum compressor, global TFX, Input MFX/verb/EQ), and Tone Remain on 8 zones for seamless transitions.
Production is supported with a 16-track sequencer (real-time, step, TR-REC, tactile piano roll, automation, microscope), a multi-sample keyboard sampler (import/export in ZEN-Core Tone), and a PAD Sampler (4 banks x 16 pads) with up to 60 minutes of sampling. The vocoder offers 13/20/32 bands, presets, and user memories. The 5.5" color touchscreen (1280 x 720) facilitates navigation, while controllers (lever, wheels, 8 buttons/8 sliders, pads) speed up performance. The scene chain, arpeggiator, Chord Memory, Rhythm Patterns, and AIRA Link complete a workflow tailored for the stage.
Technical Specifications
Keyboard
88-key PHA-4 Standard with escapement and Ivory Feel
Sound Engines and Content
ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL Acoustic, SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano (EXSN01/03 preloaded), SuperNATURAL Electric Piano (EXSN02 preloaded)
VTW Organ (ZONE 2 only)
Model Expansions (added via EXM series)
Import/export of ZEN-Core Tones and Model Tones
Over 3,500 sounds and 90 or more drum kits
Expansions
EXZ, EXSN, EXM series (rewritable internal memories via Roland Cloud and USB key)
Zones, Scenes, and Favorites
16 zones (internal + external)
Scenes: 128 scenes x 4 banks (import/export supported)
Tone Remain: 8 zones (with "Scene Remain Switch" enabled, not applicable to VTW organ sounds)
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