Roland JUNO-DS88 Synthesizer

Roland’s JUNO synths are known everywhere for their great sound` ease of use` and exceptional value. The JUNO-DS88 takes the iconic series to a new level of performance` adding many powerful enhancements while still keeping operation streamlined and simple. Equipped with 88 weighted-action keys for a premium feel` the versatile` intuitive JUNO-DS88 puts you in creative command` making it easy to produce exceptional music everywhere you play.
 

* Also available in 61 keys.

• Gig-ready instrument with pro sounds` enhanced performance features` and battery-powered operation
• 88-note Ivory Feel-G Keyboard provides weighted-action feel in a lightweight design that’s easy to transport
• Includes all the sounds from the popular JUNO-Di` plus newly updated acoustic and electric pianos` additional organs` and other stage essentials
• Wave expansion slot enables users to download new sound waveforms` available for free at Roland’s Axial website
• Sample import function for playing user WAV files on the JUNO-DS88’s keyboard
• Easy sound manipulation and editing with hands-on knobs and sliders
• Eight Phrase Pads for triggering samples and audio songs stored on USB memory
• Mic input and dedicated Reverb` Vocoder` and Auto Pitch effects for impressive vocal performances
• Intuitive eight-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas
• USB audio/MIDI and DAW Control mode
• Also available in 61 keys

MORE INFO

Mobile Design and Stage-Ready Sounds

The JUNO-DS88 is an ideal keyboard for all types of players` from performing pros and weekend warriors to music producers and home hobbyists. It also excels in teaching labs and other music education environments. Easy to carry and easy to use` the JUNO-DS88 is filled with great Roland sounds for any style or genre` and versatile battery or AC operation gives you the flexibility to play anytime and anywhere.

Top-Quality Pianos` Organs` and More

Acoustic pianos` electric pianos` and organs are bread and butter for most performing keyboardists. In the JUNO-DS88` the pianos have been newly enhanced with improved sound and response` and there are even more organs to choose from. In addition to this new DS Tone Bank` the instrument includes the entire 1000-plus sound set from the previous-generation JUNO-Di` and patches from that keyboard are fully compatible with the JUNO-DS88.

Weighted Keys for an Authentic Piano Feel

The JUNO-DS88 features 88 weighted-action keys` a first in the long history of the JUNO series. Roland’s Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with progressive hammer action is an ideal complement to the expressive new piano sounds` providing high-end touch and playability while still keeping the instrument light and mobile. This makes the JUNO-DS88 an obvious choice for pro players` as well as piano students looking for a portable` versatile instrument to learn on.

Enhanced Editing and Hands-On Controls

One thing that’s made the JUNO series a players’ favorite is its instant-access design` which makes it easy to call up fantastic sounds right away. But if you like to dig in and customize` the JUNO-DS88 now offers even more adjustable parameters than before` allowing you to tweak patches and performances with detailed precision. The front panel provides an expanded array of hands-on knobs and sliders for creating patches and adjusting sounds as you perform` while the rear panel features jacks for connecting hold and expression pedals at the same time.

Wave Expansion Slot for Adding New Sounds

To complement its impressive onboard sound set` the JUNO-DS88 supports internal waveform expansion via USB for unlimited tonal range. Over 1000 EXP sounds are available for free download at Roland’s Axial website` including top-quality acoustic piano collections` world instruments` go-to studio standards` percussion` loops` and more. If don’t find what you need there` it’s even possible to load in WAV files from your personal library and play them from the keyboard! Out of the box` the JUNO-DS88 comes with the versatile EXP-06 Studio Collection preloaded in the wave expansion slot.

Phrase Pads for Triggering Songs and Samples

With the JUNO-DS88’s eight Phrase Pads` you can supplement your keyboard performances with samples or music files stored on USB memory. Just load up the pads with whatever you like—one-shot samples` vocals` sound effects` loops` or complete music tracks—and trigger them with a quick touch when needed.

Mic Input with Vocoder and Auto Pitch

If you’re a solo performer or singer/songwriter` you’ll love the JUNO-DS88’s mic input` which lets you get great vocal sounds without having to carry around extra gear. There’s a dedicated vocal reverb` plus Auto Pitch for singing with the “stepped” electronic vocal effect popular in today’s music. The built-in vocoder is big fun too` allowing you to sing into a mic and control the tone and pitch via sounds played on the keyboard.

Eight-Track Pattern Sequencer

When you have an idea for a song or beat` you can easily capture and develop it with the onboard pattern sequencer. The intuitive` non-stop operation won’t interrupt your creative flow` letting you build up full arrangements with multiple sounds in no time. The sequencer is also perfect for enhancing live performances with pre-made backing music and on-the-fly looping.

Music Production Partner

The JUNO-DS88 is not only great on stage—it works great for computer music production as well. The integrated USB interface provides a solid front end for a mobile or studio recording setup` allowing you to record MIDI and audio data` including sounds from the mic input. There’s even a dedicated DAW Control mode for controlling your music software from the JUNO-DS88’s front panel.

SPECS

Keyboard

Keyboard

88 keys (Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement)

Sound Generator

Maximum Polyphony

128 voices

Parts

16 parts

Preset Memory

- Patches: Over 1200 
- Drum kits: Over 30 
- Performances: 64
* GM2 compatible sounds are included.

User Memory

- Patches: 256
- Drum kits: 8
- Performances: 128
- Favorites: 100

Wave Expansion Slots

1 slot
* The wave expansion slot is rewritable internal waveform memory. You can download data from the Axial sound library site and write it via a USB flash drive into the JUNO-DS's internal wave memory (slot).

Sample Import Function

File Format

Audio file: WAV (44.1 kHz` 16 bits)

Effects

- Multi-effects: 3 systems` 80 types
- Chorus: 3 types
- Reverb: 5 types
- Mic input reverb: 8 types

Audio File Player Section

File Format

Audio file: WAV` AIFF` MP3

Others

Rhythm Pattern

Preset: 30 groups x 8

Arpeggio

Preset: 128

Controllers

Pitch bend/Modulation lever
Control knob x 4
Level slider x 4
Multicolor pad x 8

Display

Graphic LCD 256 x 80 dots

External Storage Device

USB flash drive (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed flash memory)

Connectors

PEDAL HOLD jack
PEDALCONTROL jack
MIC INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
EXT INPUT jack: stereo miniature phone type
OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO` R): 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack: stereo 1/4-inch phone type
MIDI connectors (IN` OUT)
USB MEMORY port
USB COMPUTER port (supports USB MIDI/AUDIO)
DC IN jack

Power Supply

DC 9 V: AC adaptor or rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA` HR6) (sold separately) x 8

* Battery life for continuous use (differs depending on the conditions of use) Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries: approximately 5 hours (when using batteries having a capacity of 1900 mAh) (approximately 4 hours if USB flash drive is connected)
* Carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries cannot be used.

Current Draw

600 mA

Accessories

Owner's manual
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
AC adaptor
Power cord

Options (sold separately)

Keyboard stand (*1): KS-18Z` KS-12` KS-G8B
Pedal switch: DP series
Expression pedal: EV-5
USB flash memory (*2)

*1 When using the KS-18Z` ensure that the height of the unit is one meter or lower.
*2 Use USB Flash Memory (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Flash Memory) sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.

Size and Weight

Width

1`415 mm
55-3/4 inches

Depth

341 mm
13-7/16 inches

Height

144 mm
5-11/16 inches

Weight (excluding AC adaptor)

16.2 kg
35 lbs. 12 oz.