Roland FANTOM-7 EX

a professional 76-key music workstation that serves as a creative hub for studio production and live performance, featuring multiple sound engines, advanced sequencing, and deep DAW integration. 

The FANTOM-7 EX is designed for a seamless, "no modes" workflow, offering immense processing power and a hands-on control surface. 

    Sound Engines: It integrates multiple advanced sound technologies, including ZEN-Core, ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior) for authentic analog synth recreations, V-Piano and SuperNATURAL for expressive acoustic instruments, and the Virtual ToneWheel engine for classic organs.

    Expansions: The EX model comes with preinstalled expansions, including the JUPITER-8 and SH-101 ACB Expansions, the German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01, and the n/zyme and JD-800 Model Expansions.

    Keyboard: It features a 76-note, semi-weighted, synth-action keybed with channel aftertouch for nuanced expression.

    Workflow & Control: The interface includes a 7-inch color touchscreen that adapts dynamically to the task at hand, along with an ergonomic panel filled with knobs, sliders, and buttons for real-time control.

    Sequencing & Sampling: It offers robust sequencing tools, including a clip-based workflow, TR-REC step sequencer (inspired by classic Roland drum machines), and real-time recording. Advanced sampling capabilities allow for one-shot playback, pitched keyboard assignment, and multisample creation.

    Connectivity: Connectivity options are extensive, including a built-in 16x3 USB audio/MIDI interface, XLR combo inputs for mics/instruments, eight individual 1/4" outputs, MIDI I/O, and dual CV/Gate outputs for integrating with modular systems.

    Effects: The workstation includes a massive effects library with new studio-grade Shimmer Reverb and Modulation Reverb, a dedicated Master FX processor, and a routable analog filter for extra warmth. 

Sound Generation & Polyphony



    Sound Engines: ZEN-Core, V-Piano Technology, ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior), Virtual ToneWheel Organ, SuperNATURAL Acoustic, Acoustic Piano, and Electric Piano.

    Polyphony:

        ZEN-Core/Drum Kit Tones: 256 notes.

        V-Piano Tones: All keys produce sound (effectively unlimited).

        PAD Sampler: 8 notes.

    Tones & Kits: Over 7,000 preset tones and more than 90 drum kits. 



Keyboard & Contro

    Number of Keys: 76 full-size keys.

    Key Type: Semi-weighted, synth-action keyboard with channel aftertouch.

    Controls: Pitch bend/modulation lever, 2 assignable switches, 8 control knobs, 8 sliders, 2 wheels, 6 function knobs, 11 sound modification knobs, and 16 RGB pads.

    Display: 7-inch color touchscreen (Wide VGA 800 x 480 dots). 

Sequencer & Sampler

    Sequencer Type: 16-track MIDI sequencer with a clip-based workflow, supporting real-time recording, step recording, and TR-REC.

    Sampling: Advanced sampling capabilities with support for WAV/AIFF formats (16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz).

    Internal Storage for Files: 2 GB, shared with expansion titles. 

Effects & Analog Filter

    Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 93 types.

    Reverb/Chorus: 7 types of reverb and 9 types of chorus.

    Master FX: Master Compressor and Master EQ with updated UI.

    Analog Filter: Stereo analog filter (LPF1/LPF2/LPF3/HPF/BPF/Bypass) with Drive and Amp settings. 

Connectivity

    Audio Outputs:

        Main Out (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type and XLR type balanced outputs.

        Sub Out 1/2 (L, R): 1/4-inch phone type.

        Analog Filter Out (1, 2): 1/4-inch phone type.

        Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type.

    Audio Inputs: Mic/Line Input jacks (1, 2) (1/4 inch phone type/XLR type combo, with 48V phantom power support).

    MIDI I/O: IN, OUT1, OUT2/THRU.

    USB: USB COMPUTER Port (AUDIO/MIDI - Type B), USB MEMORY Port (Type A), 3 External Device Ports (Type A).

    Pedal Jacks: 4 (Hold, CTRL1, CTRL2, CTRL3).

    CV/Gate Outputs: Dual CV/Gate outputs for modular integration. 

Dimensions & Power

    Dimensions (W x D x H): 1,296 x 403 x 106 mm (51-1/16 x 15-7/8 x 4-3/16 inches).

    Weight: 17.7 kg (39 lbs 1 oz).

    Power Consumption: 50 W