The New Roland Boutique Synths - JP-08, JU-06, JX-03, K-25M - Pics & Full Details

We saw the JP-08 here. The full line of new Roland Boutique mini synths have been leaked.  The source as far as I can tell was Zzounds via Google cache: JP-08 ($399), JU-6 ($299), JX-03 ($299), K-25M ($99).

The first thing to note is the mini keyboards on these are optional. They are all desktop synths and the front panel can be angled to different degrees including flat when mounted to the keyboard. Each is a four voice synth but can be chained to add an additional 4 voices per unit. Each can run on batteries and has a built-in speaker. The keyboard is purchased separately. Details and pics on each follow.

"Roland JP-08 Synthesizer Module
The legendary Jupiter-8 synth is back - as a limited-edition module no bigger than a book. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control and that iconic Jupiter sound. With an array of 36 knobs and sliders from the original Jupiter-8 front panel, the 4-voice JP-08 is highly programmable and encourages sonic experimentation, especially with the built-in speaker and battery operation. Using Roland's acclaimed Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology the JP-08 faithfully reproduces the original Jupiter-8 sounds and adds a few new twists in the form of extra LFOs and expanded VCO range. You can even slide the JP-08 into the K-25m keyboard unit (not included) for a self-contained, go-anywhere synth experience.

Huge Synth. Small Package.
The Jupiter-8 was a big synth in every way; physically imposing with loads of knobs and sliders, and most importantly, a huge sound. The JP-08 retains the big sound of the Jupiter-8 but shrinks everything else - including the price - into a module measuring under 12" across.

Hands-on control
With such an expressive sound engine, you'll want to shape the sounds to match your mood. With 36 of the original parameters accessible from the front panel, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control, and even users of the Jupiter-8 will quickly feel at home as the user interface and programming 'feel' is highly reminiscent of the original.

New Sound-Shaping Options
Even though the JP-08 is an authentic recreation of the Jupiter-8, Roland also included a few extras. The JP-08 adds several new waveforms to the original architecture, including TRI and NOISE for the LFO and SIN for VCO-1, and both VCOs have an expanded range for even more sound shaping potential.

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Free Online Roland Boutique JP-08 Editor & Patch librarian

And online, web based, editor and librarian for the Roland JP-08. I'd save your patches locally just to be safe long term, but the ability to save them online could be interesting. They plan on a public patch library so you can share your patches with others and check out other people's patches.

Details via breadandbuttersounds:

"The editor uses the Web MIDI API. Please read the instructions below before you use it.

Features:
Bi directional communication with your Roland Boutique JP-08 using Sysex (Important! please see below for setting it up)
Precision editing of all parameters. Use the sliders of your JP-08, the sliders on the web page or enter the exact value for a parameter manually (you will notice that the sliders on the JP08 in itself are quite inexact so an editor like this is necessary for serious patch making)
When you change patch or press Manual on your JP-08 the patch is automatically uploaded to the editor
See parameters and learn from your favorite factory presets
Easy access of important features like the Delay, Portamento and Bend Range
You can save your patches if you log in using a Google Account
A public patch browser utility is planned once we have gathered a number of patches that users are willing to share

Instructions/how to make it work:
Web MIDI is not widely supported yet. The editor will probably only work in Chrome and on a computer (no mobile units).
You must allow sysex access for the web page
The editor will NOT work with the USB connection to the JP-08. (Because no sysex is transmitted over USB with the current JP08-firmware) You must use a separate MIDI interface (5 pole DIN) for both input and output.
You must set up your JP-08 in chain mode if you want it to transmit patches and slider movements. ([Manual] + [9] and then [2] - please see the JP-08 manual)
Consider the current version of the editor as a beta version (only tested on Chrome in Windows 8.1 and Mac OS X 10.9.5 so far). Please e-mail info@breadandbuttersounds.com for bug reports and suggestions
Breadandbuttersounds is not responsible for lost presets, other effects or damage on your JP-08 or other equipment by using the editor.

Run the editor here!"

Roland JP-08 Exploring Jupiter 2017 Analog Circuit Behavior Synthesizer JP8 Rik Marston

Published on Apr 16, 2017 SynthgodXXX

"Roland JP-08 'Exploring Jupiter' 2017
by Rik Marston 100% No Talking!!!
**Watch in HD** **Turn it UP!!**

The Roland Boutique JP-08 JUPITER-8
recreation with K-25M keyboard in an
extensive deep TWEAKING showing off
the power of the JP-08 & it's ACB technology.
I have owned a Jupiter-8 (see my video for it)
and YES the JP-08 can sound like it but it
lacks some of the warmth & charm that a real
JP8 has that it can only produce. That being said,
the JP-08 is FANTASTIC for sound design &
music composition. The JP-08 sounds & behaves
just like a Jupiter-8. Perfect for the person who
craves a JP8 but has a limited budget or just
wants to save a bit. It can be a fight to shape
the right TUNING (as you will hear in the video demo)
the little sliders makes it hard to hit the right sweet spot.
A external midi controller with a ton of assignable
sliders will be a blast to use to control the JP-08.
It's made for all genres, not just the local eighties
cover bands, but serious audio tweakers who need
some serious kit to mold their specific needs into life.
I am using a Roland V-Synth as a MIDI CONTROLLER
for this video, it has Attack & Release programmed
to it's assignable knobs. Recorded DRY into Ableton
Live 7 with no other effects.

Patch info:
Patch 46 (PWM Strings) @ 00:06
Patch 41 (Solo/Lead) @ 04:39
Patch 73 (Bass into Oblivion) @ 09:45
Patch 47 (Pad/Strings) @ 19:08

Thank you for watching!
Please Like, Share & SUBSCRIBE!
More Synthesizer demos,
Ambient Chill Zen Music,
UFOs & strange stuff...
COMING SOON!
Rik Marston
4/16/2017"

031217 - Roland Boutique JP-08 - Arp Odyssey - Tama TS305 - live synth jam

Published on Mar 13, 2017 R E : S o u n d

"Recorded direct to GoPro external input from headphone out on PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2, adding a little reverb and delay at the mixer. Performed live, in one take, with no overdubs, post production or editing/mixing done afterward.

Pads - Roland Boutique JP-08 (via midi)
Melody/arpeggio - Arp Odyssey Module (via midi)
Percussion/bass - Tama Techstar TS305 (via CV/gate)

Sequenced by Arturia BeatStep Pro"

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Roland Boutique JP-08 Control Change Update Jupiter-8 Synthesizer Rik Marston JP8

Published on Nov 28, 2016 SynthgodXXX

"Roland Boutique JP-08 Control Change Update by Rik Marston 100% NO TALKING! Just JP-08!!

Yes they did it. A new update for the Roland JP-08!
Now you can get that "Sweet Spot" from an external
MIDI device / Controller / Keyboard of your choice!!
I am using a Roland GW-8 as MIDI master & tweaking
the patches on the fly! AWESOME! Way better now!!!
I can only imagine using a JD-800 or JP-8000 for this
as a MIDI controller! Anything with sliders or knobs!!
I am going to be purchasing a SECOND JP-08 soon
so I can use the 8 voices to it's fullest!
I love long RELEASE! Pads go on forever in my studio!
So 8 voices is a 'Must Have' for Jupiter-8 Pads... [anyone know if Roland fixed this yet?]

Anyway I qualify for the whole "Jupiter Widow" name.
I have owned a Roland Jupiter-8 (See my video for it)
so I really know how a Jupiter-8 should act & sound...
I believe there is nothing compared to a REAL JUPITER-8,
but baby, they did a GREAT JOB on this unit. Seriously.
It just needs an ELEKTRON ANALOG HEAT to run thru
and you may be closer than ever to a real one..
Just make sure you have a SECOND JP-08 for the full
8 voice Jupiter-8 vibe & a great keyboard to play on.
Again, it's NOT A REAL JUPITER-8, BUT IT SOUNDS
EXCELLENT & gives you what you are looking for...
I am satisfied in my search for a Jupiter-8, I can't
afford a REAL one now, SO THIS WILL DO JUST FINE!
And I can afford TWO!! Hell yeah!!
More videos of the JP-08 chained coming soon!!!
Rik"

Revisiting my Roland Boutique - 9 JP 08 Jupiter Synth tracks in an Ableton Live Jam

Published on Sep 8, 2019 Expanding Sound

"Roland announced their JU 06A this week, and from what I can tell it seems to be a fairly polarizing product, along with the entire Boutique line. A lot of people have strong opinions about the Boutiques. I got my JP-08 a few weeks after it came out, some 3 years ago. I have my gripes with the product but I've also had some fun with it. After reading some peoples reactions to the JU 06A I decided to revisit my JP 08 and give myself a fun little project with it. I wanted to make a jam using only the sounds from the JP 08. The drums are from a simple custom drum rack in Ableton, but all melodic instruments were performed using the JP 08s interface into my computer. There are 9 instances in total of the JP 08 on this track. I spent about 2 hours working on the melody, recording and giving it a quick mix. There are no individual instances of EQ on this track. The only effects I used were a little delay, reverb, and a filter on the end of the track, with a quick mastering preset from my Waves Abbey Road Mastering Plug in.

Pulling the JP 08 back out after being on the shelf for a while brings back my original sentiment. Its fun, a great idea, and captures the essence of the Jupiter. But the faders and pots are excruciatingly small. You have to be so fine with your movements otherwise you modulate way more than you intend to. The portability is nice but the keys are really useless if you want to do anything more than just fiddle around. I don't think the Boutiques are a complete swing and a miss, but rather a cool idea with some unfortunate flaws.

At the end of the day, it really just comes down to sound with any instrument. Nevermind the melodic structure of my little track if it's not your cup of tea. You tell me, how does the Roland JP 08 sound completely on its own?"

New Mini Roland JP-08 Image Leaked

Update: new post with all three new Roland Boutique synths here.

Rumor is it will run $300.

Follow-up to this post.


One of the three upcoming Roland Boutique Mini synths. This one clearly modeled on the classic Roland Jupiter-8.

Looks like fun to me!

Thoughts?

Update: below is the front panel of a Jupiter-8 from this post, so we can compare them.

Differences:
- The LFO on the new JP-8 has additional waveforms.
- VCO-1 Range has additional 16 and 32 settings.
- VCO-1 has additional waveforms but appears to lose the triangle waveform for two sinewaves.
- VCO-2 Range extends from 16 to 64.
- VCO-2 Waveforms match VCO-1 but instead of noise there appears to be something else.
- On the JP-08 the two ENV Key Follows are moved to one switch with the four possible combinations of key follow for both envelopes, ENV-1 only, ENV-2 only, or Off.
- The arpeggiator on the Jupiter-8 appears to have been replaced with a sequencer on the JP-08.
- There are two Poly modes on the Jupiter-8. The JP-08 has one Poly button. Not sure if both modes are supported.
- The lower and upper hold buttons are absent from the JP-08.
- The JP-08 is missing the master Volume, Balance, and Master Tune knobs. Curious how you adjust volume on it - the VCA Level slider?
- The JP-08 adds two touch strips.

Everything else pretty much looks spot on.

ROLAND BOUTIQUE JP-08 "MIDI EDITOR / REMOTE"

Published on Sep 29, 2016 mller30161

"You can buy it for 5,90 € on my homepage: http://jp-08remote.jimdo.com

Here is my second Roland Boutique Midi Editor. The Remote for the Synthesizer Roland Boutique JP-08.

It is possible as VST and Standalone for PC 32/64 Bit and Mac as VST, AU and Standalone.

The „JP-08“ parameters can be automated, they can be stored in your Project.
With the X-Y-Pad any controller can be selected and controlled.
You can select the sound off the JP-08 (Patch Number 11-88 and Patch Presets ).
The hidden parameter "Portamento", „Delay" and "Hold", can be changed on the "JP-08 Midi Edtior", which are not present on the JP-08 surface."

ROLAND JP-08 ULTIMATE PATCHES VOLUMES 1+2 Now Available

http://www.ultimatepatches.com/

"Several months in the making, this is the brand new Ultimate Patches collection of over 300 original high quality patches for the Roland JP-08. Loaded with authentic 80s polys, basses, fx, and leads...60s/70s classic synths, rhodes, clavs, B3s, wurlys...and powerful trap, synthwave, pop, house, r&b, hip-hop, chill and future sounds. The most comprehensive professional collection of JP-08 patches available.

Christmas + Boxing Week Sale now on until Dec. 31 2017:
JP-08 Ultimate Patches Volume 1 $19.99 (reg. $34.99)
JP-08 Ultimate Patches Volume 2 $19.99 (reg. $34.99)
JP-08 Ultimate Patches Volume 1+2 Bundle $29.99 (reg. $59.99)

About Ultimate Patches
Ultimate Patches is a leading creator and distributor of original high quality patch collections for select modern hardware synthesizers. For more information, visit http://www.UltimatePatches.com."

Video demos above previously posted here.

Roland Boutique Demo Videos by AudioCentralMagazine

Fiddlin' with Roland JU 06

Published on Oct 1, 2015 AudioCentralMagazine

"Fiddling with front panel controls of brand new Roland JU-06, modeled after Juno 106. No music, just front panel control checking straight out of the box..."

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Roland JP-08 - 64 New Custom Sounds

Igor Leus

"Buy! - https://www.natlifesounds.com/product...

Sounds presented with and without reverb - Valhalla Shimmer.

NatLife Sounds starting a Roland trip from a legendary Jupiter's 8 small sized - JP-08.

True Trance Sounds V1 for Roland JP-08 - like your little Jupiter turned into a trance beast. In this bank, you are unlikely to believe that you hear 4 voices, since each sound is filled with harmonics as much as possible, and you will get the maximum that you always wanted from JP-08. These sounds will send you on an unforgettable journey through the Tranсe world, in all its diversity. But this does not mean that it cannot be used in other music styles. Nowadays, you can take sound from a trance and make a pop hit out of it, as many famous musical projects of our time do. So do not wait and get from your synthesizer what you dreamed about.

Soundbank contains:

64 Presets (Leads, Basses, Pads, Plucks and FX's)
16 New Sequences"

Previously:

Roland JP 08 Short Demo


"Full Soundbank and Demo - https://www.natlifesounds.com/product...

Just a quick demo of the sound & sequence i made for Roland JP 08, it will be included in my coming soundbank for this brilliant small synthesizer."

ROLAND JP-08 JUPITER-8 Boutique Sound Module

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via this auction

"Mint condition barely used. Sometimes my best friend would come over and look at it, but no touching.
-
The legendary JUPITER-8 synth is back as a limited-edition module no bigger than a book. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control and that iconic JUPITER sound. With an array of 36 knobs and sliders from the original JUPITER-8 front panel, the 4-voice JP-08 is highly programmable and encourages sonic experimentation, especially with the built-in speaker and battery operation. Using Roland’s acclaimed Analog Circuit Behaviour (ACB) technology the JP-08 faithfully reproduces the original JUPITER-8 sounds and adds a few new twists in the form of extra LFOs and expanded VCO range. You can even slide the JP-08 into the optional K-25m keyboard unit for a self-contained, go-anywhere synth experience."

Crushing On The Roland Boutique JP-08

Published on Nov 7, 2015 gstormelectro

"All Video and Audio content by G-Storm Electro c.2015
http://gstormelectronica.blogspot.com/
http://twitter.com/GStormElectro
http://soundcloud.com/gstormelectro

Listen to this and just try not to fall in love with the Roland JP-08 module. I have packed a ton of Roland JP-08 sounds into a demo that demonstrates the JP-08 in action. Most of the patches are original, except a factory string patch.

ALL synthesizer sounds originate from the JP-08. The TR-8 provided rhythm backing, Big Sky and Timefactor for effects. All tracks were recorded direct to Cubase SX3 via E-mu 1616. NO additional production, eq, compressors, mastering, etc. was used whatsoever."

KRK for Roland JP-08

video upload by NatLife Sounds

"Buy Link: https://natlifesounds.com/product/krk...

Delay - internal JP-08 delay.
Reverb - from Logic Pro X.

We glad to present you a new soundbank for Roland JP-08 – KRK.

It is a continue Trance line of the first sounndbank for JP-08 but with a special taste of Adriatic Island – KRK, after whom this bank got its name.

This soundset was packed with a 16 Sequences and 64 presets. The sounds are perfect for any style of Electronic Music and not only. It’s a pack of Leads, Plucks, Pads, FX’s and you can find here even big Brass sounds, which sound warmer than you can imagine from a 4 Voices synthesizer. A bunch number of sounds using all the LFO‘s possibilities, so you can get a feeling that it’s more than just a one LFO in it. in almost every sound you will feel the spirit of that very famous Jupiter-8 from Roland.

All the presets using only internal Delay, so you hear in demo what you get.

So, in final you get:

64 Roland JP-08 Patches
16 Sequences"

"Swagger" with Roland Boutique D-05, SH-01a, TR-08, JU-06, JX-03, and JP-08

Published on Oct 21, 2017

"'Swagger' with Roland Boutique D-05, SH-01a, TR-08, JU-06, JX-03, and JP-08
Well, I just bought the Roland D-05 and added it to my boutique collection. In this tune, I wanted to feature some Roland Boutique synthesizers. Here's how I created the song. First I programmed the TR-08 drum patterns and fills. Next I loaded up a sequence into the SH-01a. I had the TR-08 trigger the SH-01a's sequencer for the BASS line. Next I added a harmony with the D-05 on an arp type patch. Then I had the JU-06 pluck a string part. The D-05 also played Digital Native patch for some extra ear candy. The JX-03 provided the string swells and the JP-08 was used for the solos. It's really nice to have the D-05 join the boutiques. I'm surprise how well they all sound. Thanks for listening. Please share, subscribe, and leave feedback. Take care, Sam."

Roland System-1 + JP-08 Ambient Layers Jupiter-8 ACB Synthesizer Rik Marston

Published on May 31, 2020 Rik Marston Official

#rolandsystem1 #rolandacb #rolandjp08
Roland System-1 + JP-08 "Ambient Layers"
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
***Watch in HD!!*** ***Turn it UP!!*** ***No Talking!!!***

The Roland System-1 + JP-08 Jupiter-8 Boutique
together as one synthesizer connected via MIDI!
The System-1 is an excellent controller for other
Roland Synthesizers! The JP-08 responds to everything
the System-1 sends via Control Change / Sysex!
It's my SYSTEM-9! Or SYSTEM-08! Whatever!
Here two fantastic Ambient Pad patches are layered
and then tweaked. Inspired by Space & Meteorites!

Meteorite friends featured:
360 gram Moroccan Chondrite Meteorite "Cydonia"
26 gram Chondrite Meteorite found by me 5/2/2020!"

THE NEW VINTAGE: Roland JX-08 / JU-06A / JP-08

video upload by Alba Ecstasy

"#Ambient #Patches for the Roland Boutiques 👉https://www.albaecstasy.ro
The #RolandJX08 is playing two sequences (part A&B), Roland JU-06A one sequence line and the JP-08 is bringing the lead to the table!
All recorded via USB AUDIO.
Only using Arturia Intensity as reverb for the JP-08 and Waves H-Delay as stereo delay for JU-06A. The JX-08 runs on its own internal effects.

❤️, ae

My conclusions after one week of tweaking the Roland JX-08:
Underestimated because of their size - and for a good reason - anyone who has been open minded enough to the Boutique concept (not me at that time!), soon after they put their hands on such a replica, discover that Roland Boutique sounds huge!

I had my doubts and I even have laughed when the first Boutiques were released.
I tried all the synths formats for the last 20+ years, and let me tell you that small synths does not have a place in my operating theatre! All the time I tend to ignore them, and they're just decorating my studio. Now I own most of the Boutiques and I'm looking to grow my collection (especially with the "collectible" ones!)!

The extended polyphony makes the difference!
Not saying about the two sequencer lines for both parts, the arpeggiator, 3 types of filter, plenty of nice effects and other extras!

Small? Yes! Capable? Very yes!"

Roland JP-08 - True Trance Sounds 64 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"Sounds presented with and without reverb - Valhalla Shimmer.

NatLife Sounds starting a Roland trip from a legendary Jupiter's 8 small sized - JP-08.

BUY: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-jp-...

True Trance Sounds V1 for Roland JP-08 - like your little Jupiter turned into a trance beast. In this bank, you are unlikely to believe that you hear 4 voices, since each sound is filled with harmonics as much as possible, and you will get the maximum that you always wanted from JP-08. These sounds will send you on an unforgettable journey through the Tranсe world, in all its diversity. But this does not mean that it cannot be used in other music styles. Nowadays, you can take sound from a trance and make a pop hit out of it, as many famous musical projects of our time do. So do not wait and get from your synthesizer what you dreamed about.

Soundbank contains:

64 Presets (Leads, Basses, Pads, Plucks and FX's)
16 New Sequences"

Roland JP08 Boutique

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via this auction

"This listing is for a Roland Boutique JP-08. This was our third JP-08 module purchased for our studio to poly chain with our other two JP-08 modules. Unfortunately we never got around to trying the idea and this JP-08 has remained in its box since the day we received it.

This unit was only removed from its box and tested to make sure all the functions work prior to this listing. It has not been used otherwise for any recording or production. This item will be shipped to you in the exact immaculate condition as shown in the many pictures we have taken of this unit which is rather gorgeous to look at once you turn it on and see the faders light up.

*Yes it also includes the factory batteries from Roland so you can have fun right out the box!"

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Roland Boutique JU-06,JP-08 midi controlled with Ipad

Published on Jan 10, 2016 Creamtronic

"Hello,
just a little demonstration to controll the Roland Boutique (Ju-06,JP08) synthesizer over midi/Sysex with Ipad and the app 'TB midi stuff'
Every fader movement or button pushing can be recorded in your DAW. It works very fine.
The JU-06 template for the app you can download here:
http://www.mediafire.com/download/1ut...

Special thanks to "IraVirus" who made the JP-08 Template, you can find him and his work in the roland/clan forum.
http://forums.rolandclan.com/viewtopi...

The sounds are nothing special just to demonstrate the functionality
JU-06 : Preset with the Sequencer
JP-08 : Preset and i recorded (midi) a chord in my Daw and looped it.
The app Tb midi stuff is not a expensive one and i can really recommend it.
It is possible with the software to convert the sysex in midi cc 'IraVirus' has realise that in his JP-08 template.
I hope that would help some people who are interested in this kind of stuff ;)
Best regards, Creamtronic"

via discchord

Update:

Roland Boutique Midi CC to Sysex with Ipad