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Roland Sound Canvas SC-88 external MIDI module This is a Used Unit Some there are some minor scratches to unit but unit is in excellent working condition The SC-88 Sound Canvas is a professional quality General MIDI soundmodule designed for an extensive range of music applications.The SC-88's increased channels, voices, sounds, signal processing andimproved sound quality make it the perfect choice for demandingapplications.Power that transcends conventional sound modules.The SC-88 is in a class by itself. With 32-part multitimbralcapability and 64-note polyphony, there are two independant MIDIinputs for utilizing the SC-88's awesome multitimbral capability.To take advantage of all 32 channels, you can use the Roland MC-50MkIIMicrocomposer, or a PC-based sequencing system equipped with Roland'sSuper-MPU MIDI Interface to create intricate music with just a singleSC-88. Until now, you could only get this much performance usingmultiple sound modules, but one SC-88 can function as two completeRoland SC-55MkII sound modules.Sound - incredible quality matched by quantity.The SC-88 utilizes 18-bit D/A conversion for breathtaking soundquality with true CD S/N ratio and wide dynamic range. All appropriateinstruments have been meticulously multisampled to provide a moreexpressive and natural sound over the entire pitch range.The SC-88's 8 Mbyte wave memory is equivalent to 16 Mbytes in a 16-bitlinear format, allowing the SC-88 to offer an immense number of soundsthat include General MIDI System Level 1 and the Roland GS Formatsounds. You can create full-scale orchestration ensembles by selectingfrom 654 different instruments.These built-in sounds include 300 outstanding sounds carefullyselected from the highly rated Roland JV-80/880 synthesizers andSR-JV80 Series expansion boards as well as S-Series Sampler CD-ROMsounds. Particularly noteworthy are the numerous acoustic instrumenttypes, including piano, guitar, strings and brass. Twenty-two drumsets and two SFX sets are also included. There is also a separateSC-55 Map button on the front panel if SC-55MkII sounds are desired.For each of the SC-88's 32 Parts, you can select any sound desired -from realistic acoustic instruments to the latest and various synthtextures - for use in virtually any kind of musical genre.Powerful onboard digital effects.The SC-88 incorporates professional signal processing capabilitieswith digital reverb, digital chorus, digital delay and 2-band EQ. EachPart can store its own effects send leveland on/off status as well asEQ on/off settings.The high-quality and versatility of these effects are perfect forslight processing or radical sound creation.Sound editing that delivers professional results.Editing capabilities on the SC-88 are comparable to those found onadvanced synthesizers, yet are even more convenient to use. The frontpanel edit button allows quick access to vibrato, filter and envelopeparameter values for easily altering instrument sounds.The SC-88 stores 256 User Instruments and two User Drum Sets. You canalso edit each Part using detuning, octave, modulation and portamento.Any Part of MIDI In B can be layered with the sound in the same Partof MIDI In A for more creative sound options.Enhanced operational use.The SC-88's front panel features a large, graphic display that remainseasily readable, even while displaying a considerable amount ofinformation such as bar-graph levels for 16 Parts. Operationalsettings are remarkably easy to adjust with the SC-88's front panelbuttons. Even advanced functions can easily be adjusted with a minimalnumber of buttons.Additional features ensure total versatility.The SC-88 is equipped with MIDI In A/B connectors on the rear panel aswell as a front panel MIDI In B. This extra MIDI connector can beconveniently used with an external MIDI controller like the RolandAX-1 and A-30 for realtime performances.The built-in serial port on the SC-88's rear panel allows you todirectly connect an IBM/compatible or Macintosh computer via RS-232Cor RS-422 interface ports without using a MIDI interface.The Stereo Audio In jack has an input volume control knob forefficient mixing without the need of an external audio mixer.A convenient Preview button lets you instantly hear the internal soundassigned to a Part.The Solo button allows you to isolate a specific part while song datais being played back. The All monitor function alows all Parts to bemonitored even if multiple Parts are muted. The Part informationfunction displays voice, bender, modulation, expression, portamento,hold, soft and sostenuto information received by any specific part.All SC-88 settings, other than default settings, can be transmitted toa connected sequencer. This allows MIDI bulk dumps to contain asmaller volume of data. By recording these settings at the beginningof a song you can ensure accurate playback of your song files.Useful peripherals extend the SC-88's operational scope.For utilizing the maximum potential of the SC-88, Roland providesvarious peripherals capable of controlling its 32 Parts.MC-50MkII Micro ComposerA MIDI sequencer with two individual MIDI outputs that support 32 MIDIchannels.S-MPU/AT Super MPU MIDI InterfaceAn intelligent MIDI interface for IBM/compatible computers with twoindividual MIDI outputs that support 32 MIDI Channels654 incredible sounds stored in the 8 Mbyte internal memory -equivalent to 16 Mbytes in 16-bit linear format.64-voice polyphony easily accomodates full orchestrations and lushinstrumentation.32-Part multitimbral with two individual MIDI inputs allows you tocreate and play back complex sequences with a new level of freedom andflexibility.24 drum sets including two SFX sets to facilitate music composition inany genre and style.18-bit D/A conversion ensures true CD-quality sound with the purityand transparency associated with expensive high-end sound modules.Specifications (subject to change without notice)- Number of Parts 32 (using MIDI In A and B simultaneously)- Maximum Polyphony 64- Sound Generation PCM based sound source with TVF- Wave Memory 8 Mbytes (equivalent to 16 Mbytes in a 16-bit linear format), 654 Inst. + 22 Drum Sets + 2 SFX sets- User Memory 256 User Inst. + 2 User Drum Sets- Built-in Effects Reverb, Chorus, Delay, EQ- Display Custom LCD (70.6mm x 24.5mm) with backlighting- Connectors & Jacks MIDI In A, In B (front,rear), Out/Thru Audio Input (L, R) (with Input Volume Control), Audio Output (L, R), Computer, Headphones- Dimensions 218 (W) x 250 (D) x 72 (H) mm (8-5/8" x 9-7/8" x 2-7/8")- Weight 2.6 Kg (5 lbs 12 oz)
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