Patch base is a collection of patch editors and librarians for new and vintage synthesizers, enabling easy visualization, editing, and organization of patches. Roland mks50 vs mks70 vintage synth explorer forums. The mks 80 is basically a refined jupiter 8 in a module. Retroaktiv mpg 50 is a fully featured midi programmer for the popular roland alpha juno 1 and 2, and the mks 50 rackmount synthesizer. Its often called a jupiter 8 in a rack, although its voice card design is actually closer to the jupiter 6. Roland mks50 sound issue post by nostalgicsoundsguy fri jul 19, 20 1. The mks 50 is a sixvoice polyphonic programmable synthesizer module, featuring a poly mode and a solo mode that at the time was in vogue to use with a midi guitar so that each string had one voice and midi channel this was before the current crop of midi guitar interfaces. Let other roland dserie users enjoy your creations d50 sound banks list of all d50 sound banks. Drums, bass, leads and pads can all play independent parts and patches together making this a very nice allin one vintage roland tone module.
Apr 14, 2011 this demo was made with the roland mks 50. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 61 lincoln models in bellevue. Today i finally found a used roland mks50 analog synthesizer that ive been wanting for a quite some time. This editng operaton, does not automatically rewrite the existing patch. Just like the mythical tone bank from very early alpha juno1 synths, roland changed the alpha juno2 factory presets to a different tone set. Roland mks 80 super jupiter analog polyphonic synth module 1984 rev. D50 collection powered by synth legends integra7 axial.
The issue occurs in both the 32bit and 64bit versions of the. It is called the super jupiter and it is very fat and very analog. The mks 50 1987 is a rackmount version of the alpha juno. Syx generic sysex loaders for mac or pc will load these patch files into the super jx. The mks50 is a sixvoice polyphonic programmable synthesizer module, featuring a poly mode and a solo mode that at the time was in vogue to use with a midi guitar so that each string had one voice and midi channel this was before the current crop of midi guitar interfaces. Here are complete instructions for getting all patch, tone, and chord data from a roland mks 50 into midi quest 10. Generic sysex loaders for mac or pc will load these patch files into the super jx10 or mks 70. The steps for dumping data from an alpha juno 1 or alpha juno 2 are probably similar, just slightly simplified due to their lack of patch banks or chord memory. The letter r was chosen because it was not used by many other music equipment companies, and would therefore stand out in trade show directories and industry listings. I used a light midi program that i forget the name of, but it worked perfectly for playing the. Ive got a mks 70 en route and am thinking about scoring a mks 80 just want to know if theres a great benefit to. View online or download roland mks 50 owners manual.
This video show how electra reads data from roland mks 50 after the patch is changed on the synth panel. The mks50 can store up to 128 tones, which in turn can combined with performance control functions into patches. The oscillators feature cross modulation in addition to several waveforms and pulse width modulation. It has patches that are a combination of sound tone and different settings. All sounds from the mks, except the bd, sd and the claps linndrum. I really love ambient sounds and ive used and liked atmosphere in the past. Sound library organization, with icloud integration.
The sound quality of the mks 70 and its keyboard version, the jx10 is just beautiful, ethereal, warm and digital at the same time, and solid. This is the rack version of the roland super jx10the roland super jx10 is a 12voice analog synthesizer released in 1986 and was the last full analog synthesizer they manufactured. 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. The keys are solid and feel very comparable to the original alpha juno2 keys, it has a full 3 octaves, enough knobs to cover all parameters, and the mod stick can be set up to emulate either the original roland spring action, or. This collection includes d 50 sound recreations from the popular synth legends series, putting the trademark tones of this historic synth inside your integra7. I just sold my oberheim matrix 6 maybe one day i will buy the matrix to replace it and now i have. Roland super jx10 and mks70 synthesizer patches your one. However, the simple value of native instruments komplete is very compelling. Hi guys, im considering purchasing omnisphere or native instruments complete. Just like the juno 106, the mks 7 is also controllable via midi and system exclusive messages for editing. Your one stop resource for mks 50 and alpha juno synthesizers patches, tones, diy, utilities and information patches and tones roland mks 50 patches and tones your one stop resource for mks 50 and alpha juno synthesizers patches, tones, diy, utilities and information patches. Sounds of vintage analogue synthesizers meet modern digital textures.
Make sure you have backed up any data you wish to keep before performing these procedures. This file uses some of the features special to the 1600x or an upgraded 1600 so its not quite as convenient for the regular 1600. More recently, software has been written for microsoft windows and apple computers which allows graphical editing of juno patches through midi. This is the first adjective that comes to my mind when i think of this instrument. Mks 70s sound structure the mks 70 has two sections. Roland mks50 patches and tones your one stop resource for. Roland mks 30 pg200 the mks 30 planet s is commonly referred to as a rackmount jx3p. Roland s mks 50 synth module was released a year later and was essentially their alpha juno synth in a one space rack mount unit. The roland programmer pg300 offers complete control over all midi editable parameters of the alpha juno, the alpha juno 2 and the mks 50. That said, if i could only have one it would be the mks 70.
The mks 70 is a 2u rack synth equivalent to jx10p, released in 1986. On the mks50, press the data transfer button, then use the param controls to select bulkdump do not use bulkdump and use the value controls to select the patch bank youd like to load pa or pb. Theres also a useful chord function when you press one key, a whole chord. 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. Roland mks50 homepage also featuring alpha juno1 and alpha juno2. It has the same synth engine 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. Roland mks50 synthesizer module 1987 alpha juno rackmount unit analog with 6 dco oscillators and multimode filter and lfo modulator. The mks 30 planet s is commonly referred to as a rackmount jx3p, although it really shares its heritage with the gr700 guitar synth. All used electronic parts are tested and guaranteed working. It can save 50 patches to a roland m64c cartridge and can be programmed with a roland pg800 programmer. 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. Play the mks 50 together with the external instrument, and push the value button q until the mks 50 is tuned to the instrument. The mks 30 has several advantages over the jx3p, including simultaneous use of the pg200 programmer and midi, a cartridge slot for storing an additional 64 patches, and velocity response. Xp60 xp80 patch list 057 60s leadorg 058 assalt organ 059 d 50 organ 060 cathedral 061 church pipes 062 poly key 063 poly saws 064 poly pulse 065 dual profs 066 saw mass 067 poly split 068 poly brass 069 stackoid 070 poly rock 071 d 50 stack 072 fantasia jv 073 jimmee dee 074 heavenals 075 mallet pad 076 huff n stuff 077 puff 1080 078.
About 70 % of the patches are my own and the rest was found on the synth module when i bought it. If the mks 30 is properly set ug with a midi device transmitting music data, it will he turned to the play mode powered on. The 1600 is a midi controller that can do a great job editing any mks 80 that doesnt have the mpg80 programmer. You can use the patches below on a jv1080, jv2080, xp 50, xp60, xp80 and other roland jvxp synths which are sound compatible with these. Roland mks 50 homepage also featuring alpha juno1 and alpha juno2. Midi the mks 70 features several midi functions which determine how the unit is played by the external controller. For mks 50 only patch data names, parameters for tone bank 7. Roland page at synthzone stoffelshome d 50 very useful page for d 50 user d50ve a beautiful d 50 editor. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. See what patches on your synth look like edit the parameters of your synth in real time, while you play manage your patch banks direc. Mks 50 i am in the market to buy a cheap analog poly synth. View and download roland mks 50 owners manual online. Shop lincoln vehicles for sale in bellevue, ne at cars.
How to load these patches into my roland xp 50, xp60 or xp80. An updated take on its predecessor the jx8p, the jx10 features a full 76 keyboard with velocity and aftertouch. Roland mks 50 synthesizer module 1987 alpha juno rackmount unit analog with 6 dco oscillators and multimode filter and lfo modulator. The roland mks 80 page of patches under patch saving instructions, you play that small midi into the mks. Create sounds for synthesizers from korg, roland, yamaha, casio, oberheim, ensoniq, and more. If just basic synth needs or wanting that juno sound, then the mks 50 is the way to go. The mks70 is a rackmount version of the roland jx10. Patch base is a collection of the best patch editors available for ipad and mac. Roland super jx10 and mks70 synthesizer patches your. The roland mks 80 super jupiter is one of roland s true classic synthesizers. The mks 50 is a rackmount version of the alpha juno.
Specifications 67 features the roland mks 50 is fully programmable six voice polyphonic synthesizer sound module which can be controlled by the external midi device. Breaking news, weather, analysis and information from the omaha worldherald about omaha events, local weather, sports, schools, crime, government, health and entertainment in the omaha. In this video the mks 80 is controlled by a roland jx 8p. Its fat sound is due to the classic analog technology in its filters and 16 analog oscillators at 2 per voice. When the mks 70 is turned on, the display roland midi. Red or letter l black or letter n green, greenyellow. The mks 50 can retain up to 128 different tones and 128 different patches, and you can select any of the patches simply by pushing the relevant buttons. Only a handful of synths were shipped out with this early tone bank version which makes it difficult to locate. The roland planets mks 30 is a 2u rack, 6 voice polyphonic hybrid digitalanalog synthesizer, featuring dual oscillators sawpulsesquarenoise waveforms with pwm, fm, and sync, highpass and resonant lowpass filters, adsr envelope, lfo triangle, square, random waveforms, chorus, 64 presets 32 editable, chord memory, cartridge slot. It is the only of mks series of synthesizers to have fully analog voltagecontrolled oscillators. Midi quest 10 roland mks50 patch naming problem youtube. If a unit is not listed here, it does not have an initialization procedure that is userexecutable. Synthesizer roland mks 70 service notes 44 pages synthesizer roland super mks 70 owners manual.
The mks80 can hold sixtyfour patches in its memory, which can be layered or split. 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. View and download roland mks50 owners manual online. The mks 70 is so versatile and unique in its sound it really sounds nothing like any of my other analogues, but personally i just prefer the mks 50 sound.
This new board is easy as poping in an ic chip and is an unbelievable piece of technology. This video illustrates a problem i encountered trying to name patches for my roland mks50 in sound quest midi quest xl 10. It features 37 sliders and knobs which control all of. The internal bank contains 100 patches and 64 tones, a patch consisting of two tones. Peavey 1600x mks 80 patch download a mks 80 patch for the peavey 1600x here. If you want to be able to make complex sounds that can only be made with 2 oscillators with sync and cross modulation, the the super jx is the way to go. Many of these procedures will erase all memory in the unit.
This listing reflects our current inventory and is updated daily, so if a part is shown with a buy button, we should have it in stock. The mks 50 is a rackmount version of the roland alpha juno 1 and roland alpha juno 2. The mks 70 is a rackmount version of the roland jx10. The mks 50 is the same inside as the alpha junos, but with a little more in terms of performance setups, utilizing the weird patch structure that roland also used in the d110, which is like a precursor to the idea of performances. The 37 key sl partnered with an mks 50 is the best way to have a compactportable format for the alpha juno engine.
You can use a program like cakewalk, cubase or sysex to send the. Ive heard these are quite easy to find, but unfortunately i havent had much success acquiring this synth until now. Outline of the mks 70 to make the best use of the mks 70s functions, please read the following explanation, before going to operation the mks 70 is a midi sound module which can be played by the midi messages sent from the exter nal device on the set midi channel. All cubase known patch script files for roland, korg, yamaha, access, kurzweil, alesis, emu, waldorf, boss, novation, and more.