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Released in 1981, the JUPITER-8 is one of the most revered and sought-after polysynths of all time. It appears on countless hit tracks spanning decades, and its lush analog sound is simply unmatched for warm pads, soaring strings, and infectious lead tones. With the JUPITER-8 Software Synthesizer, you get an authentic, down-to-the-circuit-level recreation of this vintage icon for your DAW or SYSTEM-8.
The JUPITER-8 is perhaps the most desirable analog polysynth ever, with original units going for extremely high prices on the used market. It represents the pinnacle of Roland engineering in the early 1980s, with a gorgeous design, robust build, and extreme sonic flexibility. The instrument’s incredibly warm-yet-clear sound is forever imprinted on the many essential music genres that emerged during its original release. And its influence has never diminished, appearing across a range of styles to this day.
side from its iconic good looks and roadworthy build, the JUPITER-8 is famous for its unmistakable sound. Each of its eight voices had two stable VCOs with four waveforms to choose from, plus support for cross-modulation and screaming sync sounds. The creamy filter is renowned among synth aficionados with its selectable two- or four-pole low-pass VCF and non-resonant high-pass filter. Add in two envelopes, an onboard arpeggiator, and generous modulation capabilities, and you have the makings of a true legend.
Roland has used a proprietary circuit modelling technology to bring the JUPITER-8 to life in your DAW or SYSTEM-8. The ACB process involves carefully analysing original hardware units, circuit diagrams, and other historical data. Roland then use this information to recreate the authentic circuit behaviours of the vintage instrument, including all the beloved quirks and instabilities. This is what gives the JUPITER-8 Software Synthesizer its breathtakingly lifelike sound and unique character.
While developing the JUPITER-8 plug-in, Roland felt it was important not to veer too far from the original’s classic workflow and sonic majesty. But they couldn’t resist adding a few modern touches like making it velocity sensitive, extending the oscillator range, adding an effects section, and enhancing the 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.
Vintage synths like the JUPITER-8 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. Realised through 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 JUPITER-8 to a road-worn synth that hasn’t seen a tech bench in decades.
The sophisticated browser lets you explore the JUPITER-8’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 favourites, jot down notes, and make quick adjustments with the integrated tweak panel.
Features
- Authentic recreation of the JUPITER-8 synthesizer, powered by 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
- Effects include classic chorus, reverb, flanger, delay, overdrive, and more
- Integrated browser lets you search across all installed patch banks
- Original JUPITER-8 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