ROLAND FANTOM-7 EX MUSIC WORKSTATION KEYBOARD

The Roland Fantom-7 EX 76-Key Synthesizer Keyboard is tailored for professional musicians and producers seeking a comprehensive tool for sound design, sequencing, and performance. This next-generation synthesizer combines Roland’s cutting-edge Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) and multiple sound engine technologies to provide an unparalleled sonic palette. The Fantom-7 EX features an ergonomic panel with intuitive controls, a colour touchscreen that adjusts to tasks, and custom image personalization options for screensavers and startup views.

From on-stage performances to studio productions, the synthesizer’s vast connectivity options, including XLR combo connectors and multiple outputs, integrate smoothly with any setup. Its onboard sampling and song-arranging tools, alongside a robust 16×3 audio/MIDI USB interface, make it a powerhouse for creating and executing complex musical arrangements with precision and ease.

Unlimited sound potential

The Fantom-7 EX boasts an impressive library of over 7000 sounds from Roland’s extensive catalog, including exclusive ACB and ZEN-Core sound engines. This extensive range ensures musicians can explore a multitude of genres and styles. Whether crafting detailed soundscapes or performing live, users have access to a vast sonic universe with the included sound expansion titles such as JUPITER-8 and SH-101 ACB Expansions, ensuring creative possibilities are virtually endless.

Ease of integration

Designed for today’s digital musician, the Fantom-7 EX syncs flawlessly with major DAW platforms like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and more. This synthesizer serves as a central hub in any production setup, allowing for direct sound shaping and musical development. Its built-in audio/MIDI interface facilitates easy mixing of hardware and software instruments, making it an indispensable tool for modern music production environments.

Playability that inspires

The keyboard of the Fantom-7 EX is engineered for expressive performance. Featuring semi-weighted synth action with aftertouch, each key responds to the subtlest nuances of play, providing tactile feedback that inspires. This level of precision and responsiveness is ideal for musicians who demand control and expressivity during performances and recordings.

Connect and expand

With its robust connectivity options, the Fantom-7 EX is prepared to handle any studio or stage setup. Dual CV/Gate outputs allow for easy integration with modular systems, while multiple outputs and XLR combo connectors offer flexibility for live performances. This connectivity ensures that the Fantom-7EX can be the cornerstone of a highly versatile and dynamic music production environment.

Features

• Latest update of Roland’s premier synthesizer series incorporating cutting-edge technology
• Enhanced, intuitive interface designed to foster creative expression
• Advanced sound engines including ACB, ZEN-Core, V-Piano, SuperNATURAL, and Virtual ToneWheel
• Extensive sound library with over 7000 sounds from Roland’s historic collection
• Expansion packs available for JUPITER-8, SH-101, JX-3P, n/zyme, JD-800, JUNO-106, JX-8P, and SH-101
• V-Piano engine featuring an updated interface and preinstalled German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01
• SuperNATURAL piano technology with preinstalled Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion
• Virtual ToneWheel organs based on Roland VK series
• Comprehensive effects library including new Shimmer Reverb and Modulation Reverb
• Master FX processor with enhanced presets, UI for Mastering Comp, and EQ
• 32-band stereo vocoder
• Professional sequencing tools offering clip-based workflow, TR-REC step sequencer, and piano-roll editing
• Advanced sampling capabilities including one-shot playback, keyboard assignments, and multisample support
• Large colour touchscreen with ergonomic control panel featuring multiple knobs, buttons, and sliders
• 16 RGB pads for triggering sounds, samples, and clips
• Comprehensive connectivity options including multi-channel audio and MIDI I/O, dual CV/gate outputs, USB, and more
• 16×3 audio/MIDI USB interface
• Software control modes tailored for major DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, MainStage, Cubase, and Studio One
• Access to ZEN-Core Sound Packs and Wave Expansions via Roland Cloud
• FANTOM EX Upgrade for original FANTOM owners available on Roland Cloud
• Premium 76-note keyboard with synth action and channel aftertouch

Specifications

• Keyboard:
  • Type: 76 Keys (semi-weighted keyboard and channel aftertouch)
• Sound Generator:
  • Main Technology: ZEN-Core, V-Piano Technology (Only ZONE1), ACB (Only ZONE1), VTW Organ (Only ZONE2), SuperNATURAL Acoustic, SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano, SuperNATURAL Electric Piano, Various MODEL sound generators
  • Note: ZEN-Core Tones and Model Tones can import and export.
• Expansion:
  • Series: EXZ Series, EXSN Series, EXM Series, ACB Series
  • Features: Rewritable internal sound generator memory, downloadable data from the Roland Cloud, writable via USB flash drive into the FANTOM’s internal memory.
• Parts:
  • Zones: 16 Zones (Internal + External)
• Scenes:
  • Configuration: 128 Scenes x 4 Bank
  • Note: Scenes can import and export.
• Tones:
  • Number: Over 7,000 Tones, Over 90 Drum kits
• Tone Remain:
  • Zones: 16 zones
  • Note: Tone Remain does not apply to V-Piano, ACB, and VTW sounds.
• Favorite:
  • Rating System: 4 Steps (0–3)
• Tone Search / Scene Search:
  • Criteria: Rating, Character
• Effects:
  • Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 93 types
  • Part EQ: 16 systems
  • Drum Part COMP: 6 systems
  • Insertion Effect: 2 Systems, 90 Types (Serial, parallel connection selectable)
  • TFX: 1 System, 90 Types
  • Input MFX: 2 Systems (in Parallel), 90 Types
  • Chorus: 9 types
  • Reverb: 7 types
  • Master Compressor: Included
  • Master EQ: Included
  • Input Reverb: 7 types
  • Input EQ: 2 Systems (in Parallel)
• Analog Filter:
  • Type: STEREO, LPF1/LPF2/LPF3/HPF/BPF/Bypass
  • Drive: Included
  • Amp: Included
• Vocoder:
  • Band: 13, 20, 32
  • Type: Mono, Stereo
  • Preset Setting: 10
  • User Setting: 20
• Scene Chain:
  • Chain: 16 Scenes x 32 Pages (Total 512 Scenes) per 1 Chain set
  • Set: 100
  • Marker: 62 (0–9, A–Z, a–z) per 1 Chain Set
• Sequencer:
  • MIDI Tracks: 16
  • Group: 16
  • Pattern: 8 (per each Track)
  • Pattern Length: 64 measures
  • Recording Method: Realtime recording, Step recording, TR-REC
  • Editing Method: Piano roll edit (Touch Edit / Automation support), Microscope
  • Song: 1 (per Scene)
  • File format: Original, SMF export/import supported
  • Note: PAD Sampler trigger data can be recorded.
• Sampler:
  • Keyboard Multisample: Format: 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF, Number of Samples: 8,000, Number of Multisamples: 128, Sampling Time: Maximum 2 minutes 44 seconds (1 Sample). Total approximately 2 GB (Share with Expansion titles). Keyboard Multisample can import and export as ZEN-Core Tone.
  • PAD Sampler: Format: 16-bit linear, 44.1/48 kHz, WAV/AIFF import supported, Maximum Polyphony: 8, Number of Samples: 16 Pads x 4 Banks, Sampling Time: Maximum 60 minutes (equivalent of approximately 660 MB). Total approximately 2 GB (including imported WAV files).
• Internal Storage space for files:
  • Size: 2 GB
• Other Features:
  • Rhythm Pattern: Included
  • Arpeggiator: Included
  • Chord Memory: Included
  • Motional Pad: Included
  • PAD Mode: Sample Pad, Note Pad, Partial Sw/Sel, DAW Control, Zone Mute, Zone Solo, Kbd Sw Group, Rhythm Pattern, Pattern, Variation Play, Group Play
  • AIRA LINK: When connected to MX-1
• CV/Gate Control:
  • Configuration: 2 x CV/Gate or 3 x CV/1 x Gate
• Controllers:
  • Types: Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever, Assignable Switch x 2 (S1/S2), Control knob x 8, Slider x 8, USB Audio slider, Wheel x 2, Function knob x 6, Sound Modified knob x 11
  • Features: 1024 step editing support. Sound Modified knob can be used with Cutoff, Resonance, Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release, Amp, FX Depth.
• Display:
  • Type: Graphic Type, 7″, Wide VGA (800 x 480 dots), backlit LCD (Color/Touch screen, Wallpaper support)
• Connectors:
  • Headphones jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
  • Main OUT jacks (L/MONO, R): (1/4-inch phone type)
  • Main OUT jacks (L, R): (XLR type)
  • SUB OUT1 jacks (L, R): (1/4-inch phone type)
  • SUB OUT2 jacks (L, R): (1/4-inch phone type)
  • ANALOG FILTER OUT jacks (1,2): (1/4-inch phone type)
  • Mic/Line Input jacks: (1,2) (1/4 inch phone type/XLR type)
  • CV OUT, GATE OUT: 2 x CV OUT, 2 x GATE OUT
  • FOOT PEDAL jacks: (HOLD, CTRL1, CTRL2, CTRL3) * 1024 Step value support
  • MIDI connectors: (IN, OUT1, OUT2/THRU) * High-resolution velocity data output support
  • USB MEMORY Port: (USB A)
  • USB COMPUTER Port: (AUDIO/MIDI)(USB B)
  • External Device Port: 3 x External Device Port(USB A): Roland A-49 or an A-PRO series MIDI Controller can be connected. * Operation is not guaranteed if a generic MIDI device is connected.
• Audio Interface:
  • Max: 24 bit/96 KHz
  • Record: 16 Stereo Channel
  • Playback: 3 Stereo Channel
• External Memory:
  • Type: USB Flash drive (sold separately)
• Power Supply:
  • AC: 117-240 V 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption:
  • Wattage: 50 W
• Physical:
  • Size: 1,296 (W) x 403 (D) x 106 (H) mm or 51-1/16 (W) x 15-7/8 (D) x 4-3/16 (H) inches
  • Weight: 17.7 kg or 39 lbs 1 oz
  • Product Code: FANTOM-7 EX