Roland Boutique JX-08 Synthesizer: Overview and Demo

The JX-08 Boutique reacquaints you with the unique voice of the classic JX-8P synthesizer, with some major upgrades. A staple of the ‘80s, the JX-8P was famous for its warm pads, shimmery chorus, and crystalline tones. Now, you can add this iconic synth experience to your modern studio with the JX-08 Boutique model.

The JX-08 offers a range of powerful new effects, expanded presets, and a polyphonic sequencer. Explore over 100 new patches for a more contemporary sound or use the hands-on editing functions, included on the unit and ported over from the original companion PG-800 programmer, for the ultimate JX experience.

The compact JX-08 fits just about anywhere, and with updated USB-C audio/MIDI and full-sized MIDI jacks, you can play and synchronize with almost any piece of gear. There’s also an external clock input, so you can sync to vintage analog instruments or modern Eurorack systems.

More Details:
• 32 original presets, plus 111 new presets
• 17 new effect types including JUNO-106 chorus, LO-FI Comp, and Pitch Shifter
• 64-step, two-part polyphonic sequencer with random pattern generator
• Onboard arpeggiator
• Two-part multitimbral for playing multiple patches with dual and split capabilities
• Expanded polyphony compared to the original hardware
• EXT CLOCK IN to drive the internal sequencer and arpeggiator

In this video:
0:00 – Intro
1:44 – Sound Demos
2:46 – Real-Time Control
3:32 – Sequencing
5:17 – Triggering

About Roland Boutique

Roland Boutique is a world of instruments that inspire electronic music creativity by expanding on the legendary sounds of the past with a workflow to suit the modern producer and musician.

The sound of each instrument is immense and iconic with each original inspiration being a solid foundation to expand upon. The compact, portable form-factor of Roland Boutique allows for immediate creativity. Whether performing live on stage, producing in your studio, or creating for the pure enjoyment, Roland Boutique delivers powerful sound, anywhere.

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[rolandglobal]

The most frequently asked question about the new JD-08 and JX-08? Polyphony!
ℹ The JD-08 has a maximum polyphony of 128 voices. Please note, this can vary depending on patch load.
ℹ The JX-08 has a maximum polyphony of 20 voices.
ℹ Sequencer - Two-part, eight notes per part (polyphonic)

[legionnairegonk]

Roland, how about a bigger flat keyboard / holding unit with the ability to insert 3 boutique units that can be switched between? Having three classic synths in one portable gigable unit would be top.

[NiccoDubs]

Roland, you KNOW everyone wants an updated Juno boutique with better polyphony, and an updated effects section wouldn’t hurt either!

[Timecop]

Awesome! I have the JX-8p, JX-10, Jupiter-X (with the 8p), Roland Cloud, the free PG-8x and soon i'll buy a JX-08!!

The JX-8p is by far my favorite synth sound: analog, lush and warm. I use it in all my tracks!

Too bad it's not a full size synth (again), but great job Roland!

[AlexBallMusic]

Dual sequencer is a cool idea for double Roland jammy fun times.

[neonether]

Of all the classic Rolands, the JX-8P is my favorite. I've owned and loved it for years. This sounds pretty dang close, close enough to satisfy, and with the arp, sequencer and other features, this is a sure thing!

[DarkSideofSynth]

Awesome demo & jam. Great to see a 2-part 64-step sequencer, that's the icing on the cake.

[MIDERA]

Loved the triggering demo - really fun and good explanation of why triggering the sequencer is more interesting than just midi sequenced (which is what I typically use myself). Sounds great too.

[ДмитрийКужеев]

Jx 08 the best synth in line roland boutique!!!

[diyonisos]

That is a great demonstration. This guy is great at showing the product.

[wilsonjaksetic]

20 voice Polyphony!! Roland, you actually listened!!! Thank you!!! ❤️

[valdiskrebs]

Bi-timbral? 👍 2-part 64 step sequencer? 👍 Perfect for my “table-top studio” 🙂
Would be great to add the above features/interface to the JU-06a!

[Riktenstein]

Was hoping for a tr07, but equally happy with this.

[marcelsmoorenburg]

Very nice Boutique and I will buy this one for sure. I was hoping for a Roland Boutique SH-02 (SH-2), but with the new lay out and menu options I see a opportunity here.

[atdubya]

Ok, I’m finally caving. Such a nice synth for warm pads!

[chisel]

Wow! It's always nice to wake up to news of new Boutiques. Anyone that has visited my YouTube channel knows that I'm a big fan of the Boutiques (I feature almost all of them in my current setup). Now I need to make room for a few more! 😀

[Italliving]

this was the far most kakafonie i have heard since a long time with a demo, the possibilities are okay

[patsonmusic]

Such great news, wow! 😍
I bought my JX-8P with a PG800 new back in 88/89 and used it as my 1st and 2nd keyboard for 2-3 years (with a AJ2 which I flipped for a D50 a few years later). Such great memories although I did not understand how to program it back then. Makes me happy to see Roland bring an updated version of the JX with more power, polyphony and features. Behringer has done many synthists a favour by bringing out new versions of old keyboards, like the Model D and Poly D, and they are nice instruments with added extras - good to see that you at Roland are taking notes. My JX-03 and JP-08 are really nice modules, but I would have liked 8 note polyphony among other things!

Now my JX-8P has been lent out for 10 yrs to a friend, another 10 yrs to a studio and before that 5 yrs in storage. I really started missing it now when watching this demo. I think it is time for JX to come back home and very soon 😄

[thefool]

Boutique synths are pretty cool! This sounds excellent. Great direction Roland is taking.

[PeachBeach]

This sounds incredible. I'm so tempted by these 2 new boutique releases in particular - but I would be instantly sold if Roland brought out a full size 49/61 key equivalent to the KM-25M. Maybe with the option to slot 2 boutique modules into?! Is anything like this on the way....?