JUPITER-8

Model Expansion

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The King of Polysynths

Released in 1981, the JUPITER-8 is one of the most revered polysynths of all time. Its lush, complex sound is on more hit songs than you can count, and its massive analog voice is simply unmatched when it comes to warm pads, strings, and lead tones. With the JUPITER-8 Model Expansion, the authentic sound of this vintage icon is now available for your DAW and compatible ZEN-Core hardware.

JUPITER-8 Model Expansion Sound Examples
Legendary Sounds at Your Fingertips

The JUPITER-8 Model Expansion captures the essence of its vintage inspiration with astonishing realism and authenticity. With expanded polyphony and a boldly modern interface, it delivers the unique sound and experience of the original hardware—without the expense and maintenance.

Built for Speed

Model Expansions are designed for speed and performance in modern production. When hosted in ZENOLOGY, they take full advantage of the plug-in’s intuitive interface, efficient CPU usage, touch-friendly controls, and easy resizing. And you can swap Model Expansions and load sounds instantly, with no disruption to your creative flow.

Software. Hardware. Anywhere.

Model Expansions work in your DAW via ZENOLOGY and enhance compatible ZEN-Core hardware instruments like JUPITER-X, FANTOM, and more. So whether you’re in the studio, on stage, or on the go, your favorite sounds are ready when you are.

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If you have questions about operating your Roland product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.
You can also contact the Roland Product Support team directly via Roland Backstage.
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