Product Overview
Product Overview
The Roland FANTOM 6 EX represents the pinnacle of modern music workstations, seamlessly integrating the latest advancements in technology with unparalleled creative potential. While Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) have become a mainstay in modern music production, hardware workstations like the FANTOM 6 EX continue to hold their ground, offering hands-on creativity and unmatched reliability.
The FANTOM 6 EX is a 61-key powerhouse designed for professional composers, live performers, and music producers. With a newly expanded feature set, this workstation offers an updated Zen-Core sound engine, deeper sampling capabilities, and access to Roland Cloud for continuous sound library expansion. The Scenes workflow ensures instant recall of complex setups, while 16 zones and extensive real-time controls provide maximum flexibility for live and studio use.
Packed with Roland’s most advanced processing power, the FANTOM 6 EX handles even the most demanding setups with ease. From intricate layering to multi-part sequences, this workstation is built to keep up with your creativity.
Whether you’re using the versatile Zen-Core engine, exploring Roland’s legendary V-Piano or SuperNATURAL sound engines, or leveraging the EX Series’ cutting-edge features like expanded sampling memory and additional pre-installed sounds, the FANTOM 6 EX delivers unparalleled sonic variety and depth.
Piano Action
Piano Action
The 61-key semi-weighted keyboard of the FANTOM 6 EX is a perfect choice for those who prioritize portability and quick action over the weight of a full-sized keyboard. With touch sensitivity and channel aftertouch, the keyboard is highly responsive, making it ideal for expressive performances. Roland’s redesign ensures a natural feel that musicians will appreciate, offering a balance of control and comfort.
Sound Engines
Sound Engines
The FANTOM 6 EX takes sound design to new heights with its expanded Zen-Core sound engine, offering over 7,000 onboard tones and 90 drum kits, along with the ability to load additional sounds from Roland Cloud. The workstation also integrates multiple modeled sound engines, including V-Piano Technology for lifelike piano modeling, SuperNATURAL Acoustic Technology for expressive acoustic tones, Zen-Core Synthesis for rich analog-inspired sounds, plus sampling and drum programming for custom sound creation.
Each tone can feature up to four partials, each with customizable oscillators, filters, effects, and modulators, allowing for nearly infinite sound design possibilities. Combine these with Roland’s advanced effects suite, including analog filters, vocoders, and master EQ, for a truly immersive audio experience.
Connectivity
Connectivity
The FANTOM 6 EX boasts a comprehensive array of connectivity options, ensuring seamless integration into any setup:
- Main Outputs: Stereo ¼” (L/MONO, R) and XLR outs for pro audio connections.
- Sub Outputs: Stereo ¼” and dual CV/Gate outs for modular setups.
- Inputs: XLR/¼” combo mic/line input with phantom power.
- MIDI: Classic 5-pin MIDI I/O and USB MIDI.
- USB Ports: USB Audio/MIDI interface supporting 16 stereo inputs, triple stereo outputs, and DAW integration.
- Control Ports: Four pedal inputs and multiple ports for external Roland devices.
Notable Features
Notable Features
Compact yet robust, the FANTOM 6 EX weighs just 33 lbs, making it a portable solution without compromising performance. Key features include:
- Semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive 61-key keyboard with aftertouch.
- Zen-Core engine with expanded tones and effects.
- V-Piano and SuperNATURAL acoustic engines.
- Roland Cloud integration for sound expansions.
- 16-zone operation with 128 Scene memory slots.
- Advanced effects suite with chorus, reverb, EQ, and more.
- Onboard sequencer and sampler.
- Analog filter and vocoder.
- Large, vibrant backlit LCD touchscreen display.
Conclusions
Conclusions
The Roland FANTOM 6 EX is a groundbreaking music workstation that combines cutting-edge technology, intuitive workflow, and exceptional sound design capabilities. With its expanded features and deep connectivity options, the FANTOM 6 EX is a versatile tool for live performers, studio producers, and sound designers alike. Roland has once again redefined what a modern music workstation can achieve.











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