The Roland Fantom-08 represents the pinnacle of the Fantom-0 series, combining the complete feature set of Roland's acclaimed workstation technology with a full 88-key PHA-4 Standard weighted keyboard. This flagship model delivers an uncompromising music production and performance experience, offering the authentic feel of an acoustic piano alongside the vast sonic possibilities of a professional synthesizer workstation.

The defining characteristic of the Fantom-08 is its PHA-4 Standard keyboard, which incorporates Roland's Progressive Hammer Action with escapement simulation and ivory-feel key surfaces. This advanced keybed provides the weighted response and tactile feedback of a grand piano while maintaining the precision required for synthesizer work. The escapement mechanism recreates the subtle "bump" felt when playing an acoustic piano action, while the ivory-feel surface treatment provides enhanced grip and playing comfort during extended sessions.

Powered by Roland's sophisticated ZEN-Core synthesis engine, the Fantom-08 delivers exceptional sound quality across all instrument categories. The SuperNATURAL Acoustic technology ensures authentic reproduction of acoustic instruments, while the preloaded SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano (EXSN01/03) and SuperNATURAL Electric Piano (EXSN02) expansions provide world-class keyboard sounds that fully utilize the weighted keybed's expressive capabilities. The VTW (Virtual Tone Wheel) organ engine offers complete Hammond-style tonewheel organ emulation with interactive harmonic control and classic rotary effects.

The 88-key format provides complete range for classical repertoire, jazz performances, and contemporary music production. This extended range, combined with the instrument's 16-zone architecture, enables sophisticated layering arrangements, extensive splits, and complex multi-timbral setups that take full advantage of the available keyboard real estate.

Expansion capabilities remain comprehensive, with access to Roland's ecosystem of sound libraries including 15 free EXZ mini-libraries and optional Model Tones recreating iconic Roland synthesizers. The Jupiter-8, Juno-106, JX-8P, and SH-101 models provide authentic vintage analog character with period-accurate parameter sets and sonic behavior.

The instrument's sound library encompasses over 3,500 tones and 90+ drum kits, accessible through the intuitive 5.5-inch color touchscreen interface. Professional control features include eight knobs, eight sliders, and 16 velocity-sensitive pads for comprehensive real-time manipulation and performance control.

Production facilities include a full-featured 16-track pattern sequencer with modern piano-roll editing, automation capabilities, and clip-based programming. The dual sampling systems support both keyboard multisampling and pad-based sample triggering, with extensive format support and seamless integration capabilities.

Professional connectivity includes balanced main outputs, auxiliary outputs, microphone and line inputs, comprehensive MIDI implementation, and USB audio/MIDI interface supporting up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution. Despite its 88-key format, the instrument maintains reasonable portability at 14.8kg and boots quickly in 20 seconds.

The Fantom-08 serves both as a complete standalone music production workstation and as the centerpiece of larger keyboard rigs. Its combination of authentic weighted action, comprehensive sound generation, and professional features makes it equally suitable for classical performance, jazz piano work, and contemporary music production across all genres.

Technical Specifications

Keyboard: 88 keys with PHA-4 Standard action (escapement and ivory feel, with velocity)

Sound Generation:

• ZEN-Core synthesis engine
• SuperNATURAL Acoustic technology
• SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano (EXSN01/03 Preload)
• SuperNATURAL Electric Piano (EXSN02 Preload)
• VTW Organ (Zone 2 only)
• Various MODEL sound generators (requires EXM Series expansions)

Expansion Support:

• EXZ Series
• EXSN Series
• EXM Series
• Rewritable internal sound generator memory
• Roland Cloud download compatibility

Performance:

• 16 zones (Internal + External)
• 512 scenes total (128 scenes × 4 banks)
• 3,500+ tones
• 90+ drum kits
• 8-zone Tone Remain functionality
• 4-step rating system (0-3)

Effects System:

• Multi-Effects: 16 systems, 90 types
• Part EQ: 16 systems
• Drum Part Compressor: 6 systems
• Insertion Effect: 2 systems, 90 types (Serial/Parallel)
• TFX: 1 system, 90 types
• Input MFX: 1 system, 90 types
• Chorus: 9 types
• Reverb: 7 types
• Master Compressor
• Input Reverb: 7 types
• Input EQ: 1 system

Vocoder:

• Band options: 13, 20, 32
• Type: Mono, Stereo
• 10 preset settings
• 20 user settings

Scene Chain:

• 16 scenes × 32 pages (512 scenes total) per chain set
• 100 chain sets
• 36 markers (0-9, A-Z, a-z) per chain set

Pattern Sequencer:

• 16 MIDI tracks
• 16 groups
• 8 patterns per track
• 64-measure pattern length
• Realtime/Step/TR-REC recording methods
• Piano roll editing with touch edit and automation
• Microscope editing
• 1 song per scene
• SMF export/import support

SMF Player:

• Format 0/1 SMF support
• 16 MIDI tracks
• 5-300 BPM tempo range
• ±6 semitone transpose
• Track mute/solo
• A/B loop function

Keyboard Multisampler:

• 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48kHz
• WAV/AIFF import support
• 2,048 maximum samples
• 128 multisamples
• 2 minutes 44 seconds maximum sampling time
• ~256MB total memory (shared with expansions)

PAD Sampler:

• 16/24-bit linear, 44.1/48kHz
• WAV/AIFF import support
• 8-voice maximum polyphony
• 16 pads × 4 banks (64 samples total)
• 60 minutes maximum sampling time
• ~2GB total storage (including WAV files)

Additional Features:

• Rhythm patterns
• Arpeggiator
• Chord memory
• Motional pad
• Multiple pad modes
• AIRA LINK (MX-1 compatible)

Controllers:

• Pitch bend/modulation lever (1,024-step editing)
• 2 assignable switches (S1/S2)
• 8 control knobs
• 8 sliders
• 2 wheels (1,024-step editing)
• 6 function knobs
• 2 sound modification knobs (1,024-step editing)
• 4×4 velocity-sensitive pads

Display: 5.5" color touchscreen LCD (1,280 × 720 dots) with screensaver and wallpaper support

Audio Connections:

• Stereo headphone jack (1/4-inch)
• Main outputs L/R (1/4-inch TRS balanced)
• Sub outputs L/R (1/4-inch phone)
• Sub out stereo headphones (mini-jack)
• Microphone input (1/4-inch TRS)
• Line inputs L/R (1/4-inch phone)

Control Connections:

• 3 foot pedal jacks (Hold, Ctrl1, Ctrl2)
• MIDI In/Out
• USB Memory port
• USB Computer port (Audio/MIDI)
• External Device port (Roland A-series controllers)

Audio Interface:

• Maximum 24-bit/96kHz
• 16 stereo recording channels
• 2 stereo playback channels

Power: AC Adapter, 1,300mAh consumption

Dimensions: 1,393mm W × 354mm D × 138mm H (54-7/8" × 13-15/16" × 5-7/16")

Weight: 14.8kg (32 lbs 11 oz)

Included Accessories: Owner's Manual, AC Adapter

Additional Compatible Accessories: KS-G8B keyboard stand (88-key specific), plus standard series accessories