Description

The Roland JUPITER-08 brings the legendary sound and character of the JUPITER-8 into a compact Boutique format, celebrating 45 years of one of the most revered synthesizers ever made. Inspired directly by the early ’80s original, this miniature powerhouse delivers an authentic JUPITER experience with eight-voice polyphony, two-part operation and a colourful hands-on interface designed for immediate creativity. Despite its compact size, the JUPITER-08 is packed with modern performance features. A two-part, 64-step polyphonic sequencer, arpeggiator, motion recording and Hold function make it exceptionally playable, while 17 onboard effects, dedicated delay, reverb and shimmer reverb provide plenty of scope for sound shaping. Refined pitch behaviour and voice allocation add movement and vintage-inspired character to every performance. With built-in speakers, a K-25m keyboard dock, USB-C audio and MIDI, traditional MIDI connections and external clock input, the JUPITER-08 is equally at home on a studio desk, in a live rig or on the move. Powered by four AA batteries or USB-C, it captures the spirit of the JUPITER-8 in a genuinely portable instrument.Key Features Authentic JUPITER-8 Inspired Sound – Eight-voice polyphony and two-part architecture recreate the powerful, expressive character that made the original JUPITER-8 a synthesizer icon. Polyphonic Sequencing and Performance – Build evolving patterns with the 64-step polyphonic sequencer, motion recording, arpeggiator and Hold function for hands-on performance. Portable Boutique Design – Built-in speakers, battery power, USB-C connectivity, and the included K-25m keyboard dock make this a remarkably portable standalone synthesizer. JUPITER-8 Sound in a Miniature Format: The JUPITER-8 has earned its legendary status through its huge analogue sound, exceptional playability and unmistakable interface. The JUPITER-08 takes those defining qualities and translates them into a compact digital instrument designed for modern musicians. Its eight-voice architecture and two-part operation allow you to layer and split sounds while retaining the flexibility associated with the original. Roland has also refined the voice allocation and pitch behaviour, adding subtle movement that helps the instrument feel lively and expressive rather than static. From rich pads and expressive brass to powerful basses and shimmering leads, the JUPITER-08 provides a remarkably versatile palette inspired by one of Roland’s most celebrated synthesizers. Modern Performance Features: While the JUPITER-08 looks back to a classic, its performance features are firmly aimed at contemporary music-making. The two-part, 64-step polyphonic sequencer can record up to eight notes per step, with motion recording adding movement to your sequences. An integrated arpeggiator makes it easy to create rhythmic patterns and evolving musical ideas, while the Hold function lets you keep notes sounding without continuously playing the keyboard. There are also 17 onboard effects, including chorus and MFX, alongside dedicated delay, reverb and shimmer reverb. Together, these features give the JUPITER-08 an impressive amount of creative depth for such a compact instrument. Made to Create Anywhere: The JUPITER-08 brings the convenience of the Roland Boutique range together with the freedom to create wherever inspiration strikes. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for desktop setups, travelling musicians and mobile production rigs, while the included K-25m keyboard dock transforms it into a complete standalone mini synthesizer. Built-in speakers mean you can start playing without connecting additional equipment, and the instrument can be powered by four AA batteries or USB-C. For studio integration, USB-C provides both audio and MIDI, while traditional MIDI I/O and an external clock input make it easy to connect with hardware synths, drum machines and other equipment.Specifications Eight-voice polyphony Two-pa…