JP-08

The sound and control of a JUPITER-8, the size of a book

The legendary JUPITER-8 synth is back as a limited-edition module no bigger than a book. Part of the Roland Boutique series, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control and that iconic JUPITER sound. With an array of 36 knobs and sliders from the original JUPITER-8 front panel, the 4-voice JP-08 is highly programmable and encourages sonic experimentation, especially with the built-in speaker and battery operation. Using Roland’s acclaimed Analog Circuit Behaviour (ACB) technology the JP-08 faithfully reproduces the original JUPITER-8 sounds and adds a few new twists in the form of extra LFOs and expanded VCO range. You can even slide the JP-08 into the optional K-25m keyboard unit for a self-contained, go-anywhere synth experience.
Ultra-compact recreation of the iconic JUPITER-8 synthesizer
Retains the feel, sound, character and user interface of the original
36 of the original synth parameters controllable from the front panel
Adds several additions not found on the original JUPITER-8, including extra waveforms, expanded VCO range
Chain mode allows two JP-08 to function as one 8-voice module
Highly portable for mobile music making
High-quality construction with metal front panel
Dual ribbon controllers for pitch bend, modulation, and sound preview
Battery-operated (4xAA) or USB powered
24 bit / 44.1 kHz stereo IN/OUT USB audio interface
Built-in 0.5W mini-speaker for instant enjoyment
Compatible with optional K-25m keyboard unit

Huge Synth. Small Package.

The JUPITER-8 was a big synth in every way; physically imposing with loads of knobs and sliders, and most importantly, a huge sound. The JP-08 retains the big sound of the JUPITER-8 but shrinks everything else – including the price – into a module measuring under 12” across.
Hands-On Control

With such an expressive sound engine, you’ll want to shape the sounds to match your mood. With 36 of the original parameters accessible from the front panel, the JP-08 is all about hands-on control, and even users of the JUPITER-8 will quickly feel at home as the user interface and programming ‘feel’ is highly reminiscent of the original.
New Sound-Shaping Options

Even though the JP-08 is an authentic recreation of the JUPITER-8, we also included a few extras. The JP-08 adds several new waveforms to the original architecture, including TRI and NOISE for the LFO and SIN for VCO-1, and both VCOs have an expanded range for even more sound shaping potential.
Develop Your Ideas with a 16-Step Sequencer

The onboard 16-step sequencer is a sonic scratchpad that lets you try out new ideas without bringing lots of gear – it can even be used without a keyboard. And if there’s no keyboard connected, the ribbon controller lets you preview the sound, making it an ideal way to program patches quickly and easily.
Optional K-25m Keyboard Unit

The JP-08 works especially well with the K-25m, an optional 25-key velocity sensitive keyboard that takes your music making to the next level. Once docked in the keyboard, the module’s front panel adjusts to three positions for convenient access to the knobs and sliders.
Chain Mode

One of the killer features of the original JUPITER-8 was its ability to create huge pads, splits and layers using its 8 voices of polyphony. The JP-08 features a chain mode that allows you to connect two JP-08 modules using the MIDI ports and create one, 8-voice synthesizer, just like the original. Adding additional modules adds another 4 voices of polyphony with each module. This is especially great when controlling the JP-08 from a larger external keyboard. You can even edit the sound from the master module and control both units. Great for realtime filter sweeps and LFO effects.
Battery or USB Bus Power

Some of the best music is made away from the studio, so the Roland Boutique series runs on 4 x AA batteries, ready for when inspiration strikes. Alternatively, you can power the JP-08 via USB bus power.
USB Audio Interface for Direct Recording into Your DAW

The built-in USB port also functions as a high-quality 24bit, 44.1 kHz audio interface, for a fast, simple and reliable way of recording directly to your DAW application. You can keep your favorite patches and sequencer patterns safe too, via the USB data backup function.

Specifications

Maximum Polyphony

4 voices

User Memory

Patch Preset: 8
Patch: 64

Controllers

VOLUME knob
Ribbon controllers 1, 2LFO Section
RATE slider
DELAY TIME slider
WAVE FORM select knob

VCO MOD Section
LFO MOD slider
ENV MOD slider
FREQ MOD select switch
PULSE WIDTH MOD slider
PULSE WIDTH MOD select switch

VCO-1 Section
CROSS MOD slider
RANGE select knob
WAVE FORM select knob

VCO-2 Section
SYNC switch
RANGE select knob
FINE TUNE knob
WAVE FORM select knob

MIXER Section
SOURCE MIX knob

HPF Section
CUTOFF slider

VCF Section
CUTOFF slider
RESONANCE slider
SLOPE switch
LFO MOD slider
ENV MOD slider
ENV switch
KEY FOLLOW slider

VCA Section
LEVEL slider
LFO MOD switch

ENV-1 Section
ATTACK TIME slider
DECAY TIME slider
SUSTAIN LEVEL slider
RELEASE TIME slider
Polarity switch

ENV-2 Section
ATTACK TIME slider
DECAY TIME slider
SUSTAIN LEVEL slider
RELEASE TIME slider
KEY FOLLOW switch

PATCH NUMBER 1–8 buttons
PATCH PRESET 1–8 buttons
MANUAL button
UPPER/LOWER button
DUAL button

Power switch

Effects

Delay

Step Sequencer

16 step
16 pattern

Nominal Input Level

INPUT jack: -0 dBu

Display

7 segments, 2 characters (LED)

Connectors

PHONES jack: Stereo miniature phone type
OUTPUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type
INPUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
USB port: MicroB type (Audio, MIDI)

Power Supply

Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
USB Bus power

Current Draw

500 mA (USB Bus power)

Expected battery life under continuous use:

Rechargeable Ni-MH battery: Approx. 6 hours
* This can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use.

Accessories

Owner’s Manual
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

Options (sold separately)

Keyboard unit: K-25m

Size and Weight

Width

300 mm
11-13/16 inches

Depth

128 mm
5-1/16 inches

Height

46 mm
1-13/16 inches

Weight

970 g
2 lbs 3 oz