The powerful and deep Roland AIRA SYSTEM-8 PLUG-OUT Synthesizerfrom Roland AIRA SYSTEM-8 PLUG-OUT Synthesizerdelivers a vast pallet of sounds inspired by over four decades of legendary Roland synths. The cutting-edge Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) engine provides an eight-voice, 3-oscillator synth with multiple filters, effects, versatile LFOs, and a wide array of high-resolution controllers to control it all.

The SYSTEM-8 supports up to three Plug-Out synthesizers and ships with the classic Juno-106 and Jupiter-8 synthesizers. The 49-key velocity-sensitive keyboard can be split and layered for never-before heard sounds. The keyboard offers MIDI/audio connections via USB. Other features include an integrated vocoder, advanced polyphonic sequencer (TR-Rec style), arpeggiator, CV/Gate outputs, and polyphonic chord memory. The SYSTEM-8 ships with a power adapter.

49 Full-Sized Keys    Advanced ACB Technology    Hosts Up to 3 Plug-Out Synths    Advanced LP, HP, & Side-Band Filters    Polyphonic Step Sequencer (TR-REC Style)    Arpeggio, Vocoder, Poly-Chord Memory    Large Selection of On-Board Effects    CV/Gate Output    USB Audio/MIDI with Control Surface Mode    Includes Juno-106 & Jupiter-8 Plug-Outs

Roland's Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) approach accurately recreates historic analog sounds with forward-thinking technology. The SYSTEM-8 is equipped with the most advanced ACB engine yet, which offers eight voices of polyphony, three oscillators (including a sub oscillator option), and silky-smooth filters with ultra-detailed resolution. It's easy to dial up warm pads, fat basses, expressive lead tones, and more, all inspired by the rich sonic character of the legendary SYSTEM series. Reaching beyond the retro vibe, the versatile SYSTEM-8 is also capable of producing crisp, dynamic tones and evocative textures that are ideal for modern sound designers

In addition to its internal sound engine, the SYSTEM-8 features three expansion slots for hosting and controlling Roland's PLUG-OUT software synths. Jupiter-8 and Juno-106 Plug-Outs are included, giving you immediate access to authentic sonic reproductions of these Roland classics. Optional Plug-Outs such as the SH-2, SH-101, PROMARS, and others are supported as well. Using the SYSTEM-8's Performance mode, you're able to combine the internal synth engine and hosted Plug-Outs to create super-synth patches with layered voices, custom splits, and more

With its comprehensive interface, the SYSTEM-8 offers countless ways to shape sounds and discover new ones. The panel is packed with direct-access controls for dynamic sound creation and live performance expression. Many hi-res filter types are available courtesy of the advanced ACB engine, including a powerful side-band filter inherited from Roland's V-Synth. Tons of top-notch effects are on hand for adding character and ambience, from overdrive, distortion, and fuzz to delay, chorus, reverb, and more. And just like the numerous synth parameters, the effects have grab-and-go controls that make it simple to enhance sounds as you play.

Designed to inspire, the SYSTEM-8 is filled with intuitive performance tools to spark your creativity. The 64-step sequencer features a familiar TR-REC-style interface and dedicated controls to record, play, and manipulate loop sequences in real time. While building your sequences, you can capture single notes or full chords, as well as all your knob and slider moves. The Arpeggio function is equipped with quick-access knobs for switching patterns and styles as you play, while Chord Memory allows you to trigger polyphonic note stacks with a single key. The SYSTEM-8 even has an advanced vocoder built in, offering another expressive option for delivering unique and memorable synth performances

While the SYSTEM-8 excels as a performance instrument, it easily integrates with your production software and external gear. The synth functions as a USB audio/MIDI interface for your DAW, and the 49 full-size keys provide a responsive, comfortable keyboard for recording MIDI tracks. There's even a control-surface mode for using the SYSTEM-8's knobs, sliders, and buttons with your soft synths. And with the built-in CV/Gate outputs, you can send note/pitch data from the synth engine and step sequencer to trigger your modular synths and retro gear

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this as an NDI Source in OBS or Xsplit Broadcaster? Do I need the transmitter to be on the same network as the receiving device?

A: Yes, an NDI workflow is compatiable with X-Split and OBS. The transmitter does need to be on the same network, it's integral to how NDI functions. Evey component of this workflow has to be NDI compatiable.Newtek has plugins and software available to make your computer, OBS, and Xsplit Broadcaster NDI compatible on their website.

Q: 2. Can I view the feed from this through the NDI Monitor App on Apple TV?

A: Yes, you would need the NDI Monitor TV app for your apple tv.

Q: 3. Does this device have HDCP support?

A: Unfortunately, by design, NDI does not support HDCP. Because our products utilize NDI, they do not recognize HDCP. This is not a BirdDog limitation, but rather something inherent to the NDI protocol itself, so it is not supported.

Q: 4. Can I receive a ProPresenter NDI feed to one of these and then HDMI out of the Birddog to a switcher? Or does it require a Birddog encoder also?

A: Yes, the BirdDog Flex 4K Out Full NDI Decoder accepts NDI sources, like those from software such as ProPresenter.

Q: 5. Is the line output compatible with the line input on a stereo receiver?

A: Yes. It is.

Q: 6. Can the mounting bracket (part# BDFLEXCM) fit with the L-Series Battery plate?

A: No it can not.

Q: 7. How many channels is the S/PDIF input?

A: The ESI Maya44 eX 4-In/4-Out PCIe Audio Interface has a single S/PDIFoptical input channel.

Q: 8. Will this device work with MacOS 11, 12, and/or 13?

A: The Maya44 ex is currently only listed as compatible with Mac OS 11 and earlier, and only with Intel-based machines (not M2 or M1).

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A: The BirdDog Flex 4K HDMI In to Full NDI Encoder cannot be used wirelessly. NDI cannot be use wirelessly either.