Roland FANTOM-7 EX Music Workstation Keyboard Black

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 16×3 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