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Roland JUNO-DS 61-Key Lightweight Synth-Action Keyboard with Pro Sounds
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Brand | Roland |
Color | Black |
Number of Keys | 61 |
Skill Level | Professional |
Special Feature | Recording |
About this item
- Lightweight, gig-ready instrument with pro sounds, enhanced performance features, and battery-powered operation
- Includes all the sounds from the popular JUNO-Di, plus newly updated acoustic and electric pianos, additional organs, and other stage essentials
- Wave expansion slot enables users to download new sound waveforms, available for free at Roland’s Axial website
- Sample import function for playing user WAV files on the JUNO-DS61’s keyboard
- Intuitive eight-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas; USB audio/MIDI and DAW Control model
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Product information
Item Weight | 16.96 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 47.6 x 15.51 x 7.09 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B016NUAL5Y |
Item model number | JUNO-DS61 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #9,347 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #24 in Synthesizer & Workstation Keyboards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 15, 2015 |
Color Name | Black |
Number of Keyboard Keys | 61 |
Size | 61 Keys |
Proficiency Level | Professional |
Power Source | Corded Electric, Battery Powered |
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Roland Juno synths are known everywhere for their great sound, ease of use, and exceptional value. The JUNO-DS61 takes the iconic series to a new level of performance, adding many powerful enhancements while still keeping operation streamlined and simple. Versatile, intuitive, and highly mobile, The JUNO-DS61 puts you in creative command, making it easy to produce exceptional music everywhere you play.
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Roland’s JUNO synths are known everywhere for their great sound, ease of use, and exceptional value. The JUNO-DS61 takes the iconic series to a new level of performance, adding many powerful enhancements while still keeping operation streamlined and simple. Versatile, intuitive, and highly mobile, the JUNO-DS61 puts you in creative command, making it easy to produce exceptional music everywhere you play.
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The Mobile Synth For Ambitious New Musicians
The Roland JUNO-DS61 is a 61-note mobile synth with great sounds and hands-on operation for ambitious bands.
Life moves fast as an upcoming musician or ambitious new band. When you’re racing between rehearsals, sessions and shows, you don’t have time to spend with a bulky, complex synth that’s difficult to use. The Roland JUNO-DS61 is the ultra-portable modern synth that can keep up with your band life. Lightweight, compact and powerful, this 61-note instrument is always ready to go, with easy operation and instant access to pro onboard sounds that let you create or perform music anywhere from street to studio. The JUNO-DS61 is the easiest way to start playing a keyboard with the band, with the flexibility to continue supporting you as your music progresses.
- 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with synth action
- Sample import function for playing user WAV files on the JUNO-DS61’s keyboard
- Mic input and dedicated Reverb, Vocoder, and Auto Pitch effects
- Intuitive eight-track pattern sequencer with non-stop recording for quickly developing song ideas
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Travel like a guitaristIf you want your band to get noticed, you need to get out there. Whatever you’ve got in the diary, the JUNO-DS61’s compact size and 11.7lb weight means it’s easy to transport, load in and set up, so you’ll never have to turn down a career-making gig across town, miss a vital band rehearsal or arrive late to a recording session. As a modern musician, you’ll do most of your recording on a home computer using a DAW – and the JUNO-DS61 has everything you need, no extra gear required. With optional battery operation for street performance, and a mic input that lets you create pro vocals without external gear, the JUNO-DS61 is ready for every scenario the music industry can throw at you. |
Create your signature sound with ease instantlySome synths make you stick with the factory settings, which can leave your music sounding generic – but the JUNO-DS61 is wide open. The instant-access design lets you call up pro sounds in seconds. Even if this is your first synth, it’s simple to dig into an array of adjustable parameters and create your own voice. Select the performance mode and you can set up advanced sounds like layering strings onto the acoustic piano, or assigning organ and bass to your right and left hands respectively. Create and tweak patches, shape sounds during a song with hands-on controls, and connect expression pedals via the rear panel to take your performance to the next level. |
Stand out from the crowd with unique vocal effectsIf you’re a solo performer or singer/songwriter, you’ll love the JUNO-DS61’s mic input, which lets you get great vocal sounds without having to carry around extra gear. There’s a dedicated vocal reverb, plus Auto Pitch for singing with the “stepped” electronic vocal effect popular in today’s music. The built-in vocoder is inspirational too, allowing you to sing into a mic and control the tone and pitch via sounds played on the keyboard. If you want to jam but don’t have bandmates available, you can add instant beats under your keyboard parts using the JUNO-DS61’s eight Phrase Pads, or copy audio data (MP3/WAV) to the USB memory and play along with full-band backing. |
Keep your music up-to-date with free downloadable soundsThe JUNO-DS61’s onboard sounds and editing capabilities are just the beginning. This modern instrument also supports internal waveform expansion via USB, bringing the best synth sounds from the web into your performance. Use the versatile EXP-06 Studio Collection preloaded in the wave expansion slot, then choose your favorites from over 1000 EXP patches available for free download at Roland’s Axial website. You’ll find top-quality acoustic piano collections, world instruments, go-to studio standards, percussion, loops – it’s even possible to load in WAV files from your own sound library. And the free JUNO-DS librarian software lets you manage all these sound patches using your computer. |
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Value for money | 4.6 | — | 5.0 | — | — | 4.6 |
Portability | 4.1 | — | 5.0 | — | — | 4.1 |
Sound quality | 4.0 | — | 5.0 | — | — | 4.0 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | GearTree | Instrumentpro | 8th Street Music | Austin Bazaar |
number of keys | 61 | 88 | 88 | 61 | 61 | 76 |
power source | Corded Electric, Battery Powered | — | — | — | Battery Powered | Corded Electric, Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | USB | — | USB | Auxiliary | USB | — |
connector type | — | — | USB Type B | USB | usb-to-device,usb-to-host | — |
instrument | Synthesizer | Synthesizer | Synthesizer | Synthesizer | Synthesizer | Synthesizer |
style | JUNO-DS | Modern | 88-Key | 61-Key | Modern | JUNO-DS |
weight | 7.71 kilograms | 40 pounds | 454 grams | 35.45 pounds | 12.9 pounds | 7540 grams |
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Customers like the quality, sound quality and performance of the keyboard instruments. For example, they mention it's an outstanding piano, has hundreds of sounds and that it'll exceed your expectations. Some appreciate the value, and features. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use and weight.
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Customers like the sound quality of the keyboard instruments. For example, they say the sounds are absolutely amazing, have decent organ and synth tones, and are portable. Some mention that the synth is fantastic and a monster of a synthesizer.
"...It not only has some of the best sounds ever but to have an onboard pattern sequencer that loops and you can "chain" patterns together to make a..." Read more
"...is incredible, from the layout to the construction, the sounds are absolutely amazing, I’ve only had for a few days, but I’m totally blown away with..." Read more
"The keyboard is light, fun and sounds great...." Read more
"...Settings Edit and played with the settings until I got a very warm, rich sound for my external sound system...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the keyboard. They mention that it is an outstanding, incredible piano with beautiful sounds and cool features. They also say it is a good all-around keyboard and perfect for professionals and amateurs. Customers also say that the whole board feels like a well made instrument that will last for many years.
"...like this for a long time, and let me tell you I am very very Impressed with the quality of the Voices built into it. WOW is all I can say...." Read more
"...This DS88 is fantastic. From the very sturdy construction to the weighted keys to the amazing library of pianos and synthesizers...." Read more
"...The keys feel perfect, and the whole board feels like a well made instrument that will last for many years to come...." Read more
"...My JUNO is an incredible addition to my Studio W in sound, feel and speed... I am highly considering purchasing a second one for my Studio MV in Mass." Read more
Customers like the performance of the keyboard. They mention that it's a pretty capable tool, with excellent functionality. They also say it'd be perfect for their needs and is a fantastic board with amazing capabilities. Customers also say that the vocoder is able to put the Korg to shame.
"...The vocoder is a good as it gets. Puts the Korg to shame...." Read more
"...It works like a charm. It doesn’t sound as good as my Roland-FA 08, but it is close with some similar features." Read more
"...It is perfect for what we needed!..." Read more
"...As a composer, I've found the JUNO-DS to be a pretty capable tool...." Read more
Customers find the keyboard an excellent buy for the money. They say it's the best budget keyboard and well worth the price.
"...This is well made all the way around and worth the money. It has unlimited features for a Work Station no doubt...." Read more
"...Well worth the price." Read more
"...Expensive but well worth it!If anyone would like to know what settings I used on the Master EQ switch feel free to contact me." Read more
"Many great sounds for such a low price. Keyboards I've owned in the past: Yamaha DX-7, Roland D-50, Korg O1/W, Korg Triton to name a few...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the features of the keyboard instruments. They mention that it has unlimited features for a workstation, and provides endless possibilities. They appreciate the rich, complex variety of instruments and the ability to deep dive into the menus and change anything. Customers also mention that the sampling features are a blast and easy to use and assign.
"...The vocoder is a good as it gets. Puts the Korg to shame. Sampling features are a blast and easy to use and assign a sample to a pad or into a..." Read more
"...It has unlimited features for a Work Station no doubt. I Love it, but it will be a steep learning curve even for me....." Read more
"...I made 100 Favorites with wonderful rich, complex variety. Instrument samples are excellent. I can play this thing for hours...." Read more
"...If they are not quite right for me, I can adjust them. You can deep dive into the menus and change anything...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the keyboard. They mention it has a beautiful design, and is easy to use. Some appreciate the wonderful rich, complex variety of sounds and the amazing library of pianos and synthesizers.
"...very sturdy construction to the weighted keys to the amazing library of pianos and synthesizers...." Read more
"...I made 100 Favorites with wonderful rich, complex variety. Instrument samples are excellent. I can play this thing for hours...." Read more
"Impressive sounds, perfect keys and beautiful design. Better connectivity for the keyboards in this price. Only concern about guitar sounds...." Read more
"I really like the appearance of the keyboard! Looks coool! There are many sound scources and effects and very easy to connect to a laptop...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the keyboard instruments. Some mention that it's very easy to use, play, and connect to a laptop. They say it'll lay down a track, mix it, and save it via internal memory or USB. However, others say that it’s complicated for beginners, not user friendly, and has a steep learning curve.
"...Has a heavy duty power ON/OFF buttonSimple sequencing with all the bells & whistles like Quantize, step, pattern, punch in out, loop etc...." Read more
"This is for sure not a beginner board, but I've been around boards like this for a long time, and let me tell you I am very very Impressed with the..." Read more
"...-get someone to do all the things it can’tIt’s really easy to use and there are many many guides online for new techniques and tools as..." Read more
"...I can play this thing for hours. Easy to transport, sets up fast. Best live performance synth I've ever owned. Get one!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the keyboard. Some mention that the keys have a really good weight, while others say that the keyboard is light.
"...This DS88 is fantastic. From the very sturdy construction to the weighted keys to the amazing library of pianos and synthesizers...." Read more
"The keyboard is light, fun and sounds great...." Read more
"...Manual is great to. Its heavy and takes 2 to setup on a keyboard stand. This is well made all the way around and worth the money...." Read more
"...The keys also feel great with really good weight. Finally, we wanted to use ambient pads in our church services...." Read more
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I now purchased my first ever Roland Workstation and this baby is lit! It not only has some of the best sounds ever but to have an onboard pattern sequencer that loops and you can "chain" patterns together to make a complete song without the use of a Computer, DAW.
I though I would never find another synth with so many features since the Motif. I was wrong. The Roland Juno DS61 is as simple as I could have ever wanted. It is so easy to lay down a track, mix it and save it via internal memory or USB card.
The best features are how the entire Keyboard is laid out. It is easy to understand and navigate and the owners manual is pretty detailed on how to make the best use of your new toy.
You can "cue" up a pattern that you created, name it and then simply chain it to another pattern and thus having a complete song. EXAMPLE: Intro, Main, Chorus, Middle, Ending and so on.
You can save everything in real time in a matter of seconds. reload it and simply assign a setup to a pattern as well. The vocoder is a good as it gets. Puts the Korg to shame. Sampling features are a blast and easy to use and assign a sample to a pad or into a pattern.
The LCD display is extremely well organized and easy to view. What I noticed about this Synth that is is very similar to the Old Ensoniq VFX-SD. The case and layout with the buttons and screen remind me of Ensoniq. If you forget to turn of the Synth, it will let you know and then you can set it to auto off as well.
If you are into making music and don't want to struggle using a DAW or laptop and need to jam right out of the box, then this is the workstation for you.
PROS:
Runs on batteries
WIRELESS (ready) YES!!!
Has a heavy duty power ON/OFF button
Simple sequencing with all the bells & whistles like Quantize, step, pattern, punch in out, loop etc.
Well organized LCD screen & layout of the keyboard
Assigning a sequence or pattern to a performance (A+)
CONS:
Only has an 8 track sequencer
If you can compose with 8 tracks you will be fine! If not, you can then hook it to a PC, or do what I did...
MAKE IT 16 TRACKS: HERE IS HOW!
Record your first 8 tracks to USB card. then load it back in and have it play while you record 8 new tracks.
You can mix all your tracks prior to saving to USB or internal memory.
Pan, Fad, Volume, tuning, bass, etc.
Then save your patterns in MP3, WAV... reload it into memory and hit play on the pattern sequencer while you record 8 new tracks of a total of 16. (first 8 are now combined into 1 pattern).
EXCELLENT BUY!
You gotta get this!
I'm completely 'stoked' at 62 to relearn the piano/keyboard and I'm already having a blast.
-walk your dog
-cook you dinner
-go grocery shopping
Here’s what you can do with enough practice:
-Make awesome music
-make a fafillion bucks
-get someone to do all the things it can’t
It’s really easy to use and there are many many guides online for new techniques and tools as it’s constantly being improved upon. This keyboard will be a growing tool for you and your music. From tradition synth voicing to dope piano and string vibes to a drumpad that can loop it’s got it all. Well worth the price.
When I finally attached it to a sound system, I was some what disappointed. Then I went into the Master EQ settings under the System Settings Edit and played with the settings until I got a very warm, rich sound for my external sound system.
I do like the fact that you can combine patches to create multi layered patches that sound absolutely amazing! The keys feel perfect, and the whole board feels like a well made instrument that will last for many years to come. For $850 on Amazon, it's a fantastic buy for the money!
My only minor complaints would be the lack of a "local" switch on the board itself, and the drum patches are subpar as far as quality. If you are looking for the highest quality drum patches available I would highly recommend Superior Drummer 3 by Toontrack...Best VST I have ever used. Expensive but well worth it!
If anyone would like to know what settings I used on the Master EQ switch feel free to contact me.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2019
When I finally attached it to a sound system, I was some what disappointed. Then I went into the Master EQ settings under the System Settings Edit and played with the settings until I got a very warm, rich sound for my external sound system.
I do like the fact that you can combine patches to create multi layered patches that sound absolutely amazing! The keys feel perfect, and the whole board feels like a well made instrument that will last for many years to come. For $850 on Amazon, it's a fantastic buy for the money!
My only minor complaints would be the lack of a "local" switch on the board itself, and the drum patches are subpar as far as quality. If you are looking for the highest quality drum patches available I would highly recommend Superior Drummer 3 by Toontrack...Best VST I have ever used. Expensive but well worth it!
If anyone would like to know what settings I used on the Master EQ switch feel free to contact me.
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Reviewed in Italy on April 19, 2023