Roland S550: A Comprehensive and Versatile 12-bit Sampler The Roland S-550, released in 1987, is a rackmount digital sampler that serves as an expanded version of the Roland S50. It can function both as an expander to the S50 and as a standalone sampler....
Roland S-50: A Revolutionary 16-Voice Digital Sampler (1987)Key Specifications:12-bit linear PCM sampling system16-voice polyphony (unique in its price range)512K memory61-note (5-octave) weighted keyboard with aftertouchSample rates: 30kHz (14.4 sec) and...
The Korg EX-800 is a powerful analog synthesizer expander module released by Korg in 1984, several months after the Poly-800. It features three voltage-controlled oscillators, two low-frequency oscillators, and an analog ring modulator. It also features...
The Korg Poly-800 is an eight-voice polyphonic synthesizer manufactured by Korg from 1983 to 1985. It is an analog subtractive synthesizer that offers a full-featured sound engine with a wide range of sonic potential. The Poly-800 was a revolutionary...
The Roland Alpha Juno 1, introduced in 1985, is an analog polyphonic synthesizer. Produced until 1987, it was priced at US$895/ UK£575. It uses soft touch buttons and a single dial for programming, but the optional Roland PG-300 programmer made every...
