It has the same synth engine and architecture, with some added features like 16 programmable chord memories, the ability to store velocity, volume, panning, detune, portamento and other similar parameters within each patch you create. The mks 80 polyphonic is, it can be very powerful keyboards, tablecloths typical fat roland, synth brass style 80 years, but also tons of original sounds. The vstau mks80 editor is a realtime midi syntheditor that allows you full control of every parameter of the sound on the roland mks80 super jupiter synthesizer. Fat the sounds of the mks 80 most definitely are some of the most analogsounding, fat, majestic and powerful ever heard on a synthesizer. Roland mks80 lcd module the cpu board contains a 8051 mcu to control both voice boards as well as all peripherals like buttons, leds and the lcd. Architecture and sound wise the mks 80 is closer to a jupiter 6 than a jupiter 8, especially the rev 4 mks 80. Architecture and sound wise the mks80 is closer to a jupiter 6 than a jupiter 8, especially the rev 4 mks80. Roland mks 50 synthesizer module 1987 alpha juno rackmount unit analog with 6 dco oscillators and multimode filter and lfo modulator. Roland super jx10 and mks70 synthesizer utilities your.
Great sound obtained by rolands structured adaptive synthesis. These are from the late 80s, early 90s rug magazine which used to have parameter settings listed for new patches and tones for the jx. The mks80 factory patch sets are also available here. While the mks70s sound is still sought after today, most units on the secondhand market have old roms that dont support the ability to send sysex commands to both of the devices internal synth modules. You need a programmer such as the mpg80 or a software equivalant for a handson experience. Ive got a mks70 en route and am thinking about scoring a mks80 just want to. There is a distinct sound to this module and gospel musicians around world still use this module today. Roland mks80 super jupiter keyboard synthesizer for sale online.
Roland mks80 the mks80 is a well rated synth, and the largets of the mks series. Roland mks80 super jupiter ranum electronic music life. It emulates the hardware editor in a software environment within the apple logic audiosequencer program formerly emagic logic. The mks80 super jupiter is a twooscillator analog subtractive synthesizer. We resoldered connections we commonly see fail, recapped the power supply, replaced the battery and reloaded the sounds and replaced the backlight with a new one so the display is nice and bright. Feb, 2015 the filter defines so much of a synths sound and, while the rev 5 mks80 is a somewhat richer sounding synth compared with the mks70, the fact that they share the same filter does create more noticeable sonic overlap in many circumstances imo. Now you can utilize your mks80 to its full potential and build lasting and meaningful patches that will bring new life to your music. The cool thing is that you dont need to install any software. The roland mks80 super jupiter is a rack version of roland jupiter8 and roland jupiter6 and an 8voice polyphonic analog synthesizer that was manufactured by roland between 1984 and 1987. The filter defines so much of a synths sound and, while the rev 5 mks80 is a somewhat richer sounding synth compared with the mks70, the fact that they share the same filter does create more noticeable sonic overlap in many circumstances imo. Bank c on the xv5080 focuses on brass, pad, choir and unique fx sounds. Patch editor for all midi functions and sound testing on the same screen. View and download roland mks30 owners manual online. The mks 80 was first released in 1984 by roland corporation of japan.
The roland mks 80 super jupiter is a rack version of roland jupiter8 and roland jupiter6 and an 8voice polyphonic analog synthesizer that was manufactured by roland between 1984 and 1987. This cartridge can be used with the roland gr700, jx3p, mks. Super jupiter mks 80 synthesizer pdf manual download. The roland mks80 page of patches under patch saving instructions, you play that small midi into the mks. The roland jx10 super jx was a 12voice analog synthesizer keyboard produced from 1986 to 1989, along with a rackmounted version, the mks70. Specifications, block diagram, general circuit description, cpu master board master cpu 8051 or 8031, module board, ic data, wiring data table, da board, vcovcfvca circuit diagram, power supply board, cpu boardcartridge board, panel board, lcd board, panel board, output board, phones board, midi board, adjustment, mks 80 parts list, mks 80. Fat the sounds of the mks80 most definitely are some of the most analogsounding, fat, majestic and powerful ever heard on a synthesizer. Roland mks80 super jupiter analog synthesizer owners manual and service manual. For years, the roland mks20 piano module has been the sound of gospel music for years. The mks 80 with a great sound, and other than that it is ugly, it sounds like a jp8 only the purists are aware of the difference in a mix is identical. For nearly 30 years, it was the last true analog synthesizer made by roland and has been critically acclaimed as one of their classic analog instruments.
So i emailed roland scandinavia asking for a foil for a roland mks80 rev 5. Roland mks80 rev 5 alt2 bank sound test, probably used on. The m ks 80s dynamics function can change the attack time as well as the level by the unique envelope reset function, each time you press a new key, the note will start from the beginning of the envelope curve. Patch sheets for jx10 and mks70 from the roland users group magazine a collection of scans featuring jx. The mks 80 has several advantages over the keyboard jupiters, the least of which being size and weight, although the velocity response, ram cart storage. A companion programmer, the mpg80, was released to. Specifications, block diagram, general circuit description, cpu master board master cpu 8051 or 8031, module board, ic data, wiring data table, da board, vcovcfvca circuit diagram, power supply board, cpu boardcartridge board, panel board, lcd board, panel board, output board, phones board, midi board, adjustment, mks80 parts list, mks80. Jan 15, 20 the roland mks 70 super jx is a classic eighties synthesizer that packs the power of two roland jx8ps into a single 2u rack module. Having to work on my jupiter 6 and finding my voice board revision was not part of the regular schematic on the web, i found that by going by the mks 80 schematic it answered all my questions. The mks 50, 70 and 80 super jupiter were the goto keyboards for wellpaid session musicians throughout the 1980s and helped define the sound of synthesisers in that period. The mks 50 is a rackmount version of the alpha juno. About 70 % of the patches are my own and the rest was found on the synth module when i bought it. After browsing the manual i finally found what i suspected was the correct part, namely 15029181 el101 electro luminescence. You are looking at our classic new old stock roland mks20 digital piano module.
A classic analog rackmounted synthesizer, the mks 80 is highly revered in the world of music production. The roland super jx10 is a 12voice analog synthesizer released in 1986 and was the last full analog synthesizer they manufactured. Ive got a mks70 en route and am thinking about scoring a mks80 just want to know if theres a great benefit to. Roland mks50 and alpha juno utilities your one stop. The mks 80 is basically a refined jupiter 8 in a module. Before it has been a secret, but now we are letting the cat out of the bag, while taking it a step further. View and download roland mks 30 owners manual online. The mks80 with a great sound, and other than that it is ugly, it sounds like a jp8 only the purists are aware of the difference in a. A freeware msk80 windows editor available for download. Have an roland mks80 and dont want to buy an overprized roland mpg80 controller. The mks80 has several advantages over the keyboard jupiters, the least of which being size and weight, although the velocity response, ram cart storage. In this video the mks 80 is controlled by a roland jx 8p. Roland mks50 synthesizer module 1987 alpha juno rackmount unit analog with 6 dco oscillators and multimode filter and lfo modulator. Its often referred to as a rackmount jupiter 8, although its voice card design is shared with the jupiter 6.
It is a rackmount version of the roland jupiter8 and jupiter6 analog synthesizers and is a hybrid between the two. This sound bank have some bass sounds that probably is used on many albums of madonna logic pro 9 platinumverb reverb are added. The roland mks 80 is an 8 voice analog rackmount synthesizer. An updated take on its predecessor the jx8p, the jx10 features a full 76 keyboard with velocity and aftertouch, two dcos digitally controlled oscillators per voice, a resonant 24db analog filter, and a. Xv5080 collection preset bank c roland corporation. The roland mks 80 page of patches under patch saving instructions, you play that small midi into the mks. Mksensation mks20 piano module for yamaha motif xsxfmoxf. However, the mpg80 uses standard sysex to control the mks80 so other hardware or software editors are a viable alternative. Software va synthesizer vsynth like roland jupiter80, sh01 gaia, vripad app midi mapper for various live controls vsynth patch load, vrsysex to cc mapping, etc new in v1. The mks80 is basically a refined jupiter 8 in a module. The mks50 is a rackmount version of the alpha juno. The mks80 was first released in 1984 by roland corporation of japan. The vstau mks 80 editor is a realtime midi syntheditor that allows you full control of every parameter of the sound on the roland mks 80 super jupiter synthesizer.
The roland mks80 super jupiter has become infamous as the roland synth to own. Roland mks 80 the mks80 is a well rated synth, and the largets of the mks series. The rack version of the megaclassic digital piano of the 1980s, the roland rd. Roland m64c memory backup for roland gr700, jx3p, mks. I used eight of my favorite instruments including the rhodes, roland d50, roland juno106, roland mks80, korg volca keys, novation bass station ii, and sci proone.
Roland mks80 wav samples, pdf manuals cyborg studio. Jun 02, 2011 testing out a newly restored roland mks80 superjupiter with its programmer the mpg80. Further testing showed that if i held down the dynamics slider i could tune the instrument with the tune knob. Contrary to popular belief, the voice architecture is more closely related to the jupiter6 synthesizer. While the mks 70s sound is still sought after today, most units on the secondhand market have old roms that dont support the ability to send sysex commands to both of the devices internal synth modules.
Now you can utilize your mks 80 to its full potential and build lasting and meaningful patches that will bring new life to your music. Couples of vintage roland synth sounds like jupiter8 pads and mks80 brass. Testing out a newly restored roland mks80 superjupiter with its programmer the mpg80. Share download roland rap10 schematic maintenance manual. In 2015, roland once again started producing analog synthesizers beginning with their jdxa and jd. Roland synthesizerjx8p jx3p mks programmer mks80 mks70. I know the camera angle could have been better, but i wanted to show a. The roland mks 80 super jupiter has become infamous as the roland synth to own. Roland mks 80 editor controller vst and standalone youtube. It is delivered as a new eprom replacement for roland rom a, and is priced 40eur. Roland super jupiter mks80 owners manual pdf download. The mks 70 is a 2u rack synth equivalent to jx10p, released in 1986. The roland mks70 super jx is a classic eighties synthesizer that packs the power of two roland jx8ps into a single 2u rack module. It is called the super jupiter and it is very fat and very analog.
The roland mks80 is an 8 voice analog rackmount synthesizer. View and download roland super jupiter mks 80 owners manual online. Additional undocumented sound controls for software synthesizer, keyboard sounds and gm2sounds. Xv5080 collection preset bank c bank c on the xv5080 focuses on brass, pad, choir and unique fx sounds. Roland mks80 lcd module image by nikolaus riehm equipment courtesy of gutleut studios. The mks20 piano module contained the most distinct piano and ep sounds. This time i gave myself the liberty of prerecording a few midi loops in the daw with the mutes routed to a midi controller. The mks 20 digital piano module was part of the mks series but it wasnt a synth or a sample player. Roland mks 80 super jupiter analog polyphonic synth module 1984 rev. A classic analog rackmounted synthesizer, the mks80 is highly revered in the world of music production. Since they didnt know exactly what part was, they emailed me the service manual for me to look up the part number. The roland mks80 super jupiter is a rack version of roland jupiter8 and roland jupiter6. We resoldered connections we commonly see fail, recapped the power supply, replaced the battery and reloaded the sounds and replaced the backlight with a new one so the display is.
It is the only of mks series of synthesizers to have fully analog voltagecontrolled oscillators. The internal bank contains 100 patches and 64 tones, a patch consisting of two tones. John buckner invites you to download a free copy of his mks80 patch manager for windows 9xnt that allows loading and saving of patchestones tofrom your computer. I used a light midi program that i forget the name of, but it worked perfectly for playing the. The m16c is used to store patches and expand the memory of various vintage roland synthesizers. I like the rev 5 mks80 plenty, but if i planned to pair an mks80 with a 70, id go for a rev 4. Roland service manualsuser manualsschematicsdrawings.
Great sound obtained by roland s structured adaptive synthesis. It differs from later roland modules, having real analog vcos instead of dcos. Vstau mks80 editor by rekon audio midi controller vst. Now you can utilize your mks80 to its full potential and build lasting and meaningful patches that will bring new life to. Couples of vintage roland synth sounds like jupiter8 pads and mks 80 brass sound are on found on this collection as well. This super jupiter synthesizer module has been fully refurbished. The mks80 polyphonic is, it can be very powerful keyboards, tablecloths typical fat roland, synth brass style 80 years, but also tons of original sounds. Super jupiter mks80 synthesizer pdf manual download. View and download roland super jupiter mks80 owners manual online. Its great sound is due in part to the classic analog roland technology in its filters, modulation capabilities and a thick cluster of 16 analog oscillators at 2 per voice. Roland sh 2 is maybe one of the fatest rolands synthsi own lot of roland synths so i.
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