Fantom-Xa

Workstation Keyboard

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Fantom-Xa: Workstation Keyboard

Features

Roland’s Fantom-X series has redefined the cutting-edge of sample-based workstation technology. If you crave Fantom power, but want a more cost-effective way to Fantomize your rig, Roland has the perfect synth for you. Meet the Fantom-Xa — a multifaceted sampling workstation with an affordable price tag! The Fantom-Xa includes many of the most popular features from the top-of-the-line Fantom, including 128-voice polyphony, Skip Back Sampling, a high-resolution built-in sequencer, realtime audio time-stretching, COSM® modeling effects, mastering processing, USB port, WAV/AIF compatibility, D Beam control, SRX expansion, and more!
  • Advanced sampling workstation with a 61-note keyboard, 128 voices, high-resolution sequencer, and affordable price
  • Seamless integration of audio and MIDI using ROM waves and sampling with realtime time-stretch capability
  • Skip Back Sampling — continuous sampling for easy recording, sound design, and audio rescue
  • 128 new patches, plus all Fantom-S preset patches and waves onboard
  • 4MB sample RAM expandable up to 516MB via DIMM
  • 3 MFX processors, plus dedicated reverb, chorus, and a mastering processor
  • Expandable via 1 optional SRX-Series Wave Expansion Board
  • USB port for MIDI and WAV/AIF file exchange with PC or Mac
  • 4 line outputs (2 stereo or 4 mono), and mic/stereo line input

Audio & Video

Audio

Specs

Keyboard
61 keys (with velocity)
Sound Generator Section
Maximum Polyphony
128 voices (shared with the sampling section)
Parts
16 parts
Wave Memory
64 M bytes (16-bit linear equivalent)
Waveforms
1,228
Preset Memory
Patches: 768 + 256 (GM2)
Rhythm Sets: 36 + 9 (GM2)
Performances: 64
User Memory
Patches: 256
Rhythm Sets: 32
Performances: 64
Card Memory (PC card)
Patches: 256
Rhythm Sets: 32
Performances: 64
Effects
Multi-Effects: 3 systems, 78 types
Chorus: 3 types
Reverb: 5 types
Input Effects: 6 types
Mastering Effects: 3-band compressor
Sampling Section
Data Format
16-bit linear (File Type: .WAV/.AIFF)
Sampling Frequency
44.1 kHz (fixed)
Maximum Sampling Time
mono: 47 sec. approx., stereo: 23.5 sec. approx.
*When sampling memory isn’t expanded (4 MB)
mono: 102 min. approx., stereo: 51 min. approx.
*When sampling memory is expanded with DIMM (516 MB)
Number of Samples
User memory: 2,000 (maximum total approximately 4 MB)
Card memory: 7,000 (PC card)
Sequencer Section
Tracks
Phrase tracks (16 MIDI channels per track): 16
Tempo track: 1
Beat track: 1
Patterns: 100
Resolution
480 TPQN
Tempo
5–300
Note Capacity
approx. 400,000 notes
Song Length
9,998 measures
Recording Method
Realtime recording, Step recording
Others
Arpeggiator
Preset: 128
User: 128
Rhythm Pattern
Preset: 256 (32 groups)
User: 256 (32 groups)
Chord Memory
Preset: 64
User: 64
Display
240 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit)
Pad Buttons
10 pads (Trigger/Category Selection/Numeric Keys)
Controllers
Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever
Control Knob x 4
Assignable Switch x 2
D Beam Controller
Connectors
Headphones Jack
A (MIX) Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type
B Output Jacks (L, R): 1/4 inch phone type
Input Jacks (L/MONO/MIC, R): 1/4 inch phone type
Hold Pedal Jack (Half Pedal recognition)
Control Pedal Jack (assignable)
MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)
USB Connector (supports file transfer and MIDI)
AC Adaptor Jack
Expansion Slots
â?¢ Expansion of waveforms and patches for the internal sound generator
SRX expansion board: 1 slot
â?¢ Expansion of sampling memory
DIMM: 1 slot (supports 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB (3.3 V))
External Storage Device
PC Card: 1 slot (supports SmartMedia and CompactFlash using
a PC card adaptor)
Power Supply
DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)
Current draw
1200 mA
Accessories
Owner’s Manual
CD-ROM (Editor, USB MIDI driver)
PC Card Protector
AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)
Options
Wave Expansion Board: SRX Series
Keyboard Stand: KS-12
Pedal Switch: DP-2, DP-8
Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5U
Expression Pedal: EV-5
Size and Weight
Width
1,065 mm
41-15/16 inches
Depth
358 mm
14-1/8 inches
Height
114 mm
4-1/2 inches
Weight
10.9 kg
24 lbs. 1 oz.
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Articles

Accessories

Downloads

Brochures & Catalogs

Fantom-Xa Brochure

Updates & Drivers

Fantom-X Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 32-bit Edition
For Product(s): Fantom-X6 / Fantom-X6 Audio Track Expansion / Fantom-X7 / Fantom-X7 Audio Track Expansion / Fantom-X8 / Fantom-X8 Audio Track Expansion / Fantom-XR / Fantom-XR Sample Tools Expansion
Fantom-X Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 64-bit Edition
This is the Fantom-X6/X7/X8 driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Vista(TM) 64-bit Operating Systems.
Fantom-X Series USB Driver v1.0 for Mac OS 10.6
This is the USB driver for Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard).
Fantom-X Series USB Driver v1.20 for Mac OS 10.5 and Earlier
This is the USB driver for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) and earlier.
Fantom-XA System Update Version 1.05
This is the latest operating system for the Fantom-XA. Please read the readme.pdf document for the update procedure.


This update resolves USB Storage related issues. This update also resolves a timing issue within the sequencer.


NOTE: The update files that you download and save to your computer from the link above are enclosed in a

compressed zip file. These files will need to be extracted from the zip file before you can burn them to a CD.
You can do this by using the WinZip application on your PC running Windows XP, or by using Stuffit Expander on your

Macintosh (needed for OS 10.2.x or below). If you're using Mac OS X 10.3.x or above, then you will not need Stuffit

Expander.



When you double-click on the downloaded file that you saved to your computer, WinZip or Stuffit Expander should startup

automatically. If you do not have WinZip (PC) or Stuffit Expander (Mac) installed, then you must download it, install

it, and extract/unzip the update files folder before you can complete the update procedure.



You can get WinZip from the following link:http://winzip.com



You can get Stuffit Expander from the following link:
href=http://www.stuffit.com/mac/expander/>http://www.stuffit.com/mac/expander/
Fantom-X USB Drivers (MAC Classic)
Use this driver for Macs running OS 8.x and 9.x.
Fantom-X USB Drivers (PC)
Fantom-X Editor Version 1.53 (PC)
Fantom-X Editor/Librarian for Fantom-XA and Fantom-X6,7,8,XR running version 1.
Version 1.53 of the editor adds compatibility for the SRX-12 Expansion Board.
Fantom-X Editor Version 1.53 (MAC)
Fantom-X Editor/Librarian for Fantom-XA and Fantom-X6,7,8,XR running version 1.
Version 1.53 adds compatibility with the SRX-12 Expansion Card.
SRX-03 Refill Patches for Fantom-X/S
Originally, this is intended for Fantom-S Series, however it can be convert loaded to Fantom-X Series by means of Fantom-X Editor software. Please refer to "readme" documents for further details.

For Product(s): Fantom-X6 / Fantom-X7 / Fantom-X8 / Fantom-XR / Fantom-Xa / SRX-03 / Fantom-S / Fantom-S88
SRX-04 Refill Patches for Fantom-X/S
Originally, this is intended for Fantom-S Series, however it can be convert loaded to Fantom-X Series by means of Fantom-X Editor software. Please refer to "readme" documents for further details.

For Product(s): Fantom-X6 / Fantom-X7 / Fantom-X8 / Fantom-XR / Fantom-Xa / SRX-04 / Fantom-S / Fantom-S88
Clean-All USB Driver Utility
This utility clears out all Roland USB Windows drivers and should be used if you are having difficulty installing your USB driver.

Note: You will have to reinstall the drivers for any other Roland device that is using a USB connection for Audio or MIDI.

Support

If you have questions about operating your Roland, BOSS or Cakewalk product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.

You can also contact our Product Support department by phone or email.

In addition, we have a library of Owner’s Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.

Product Manuals

Support Documents

Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 01: Exploring the Fantom-Xa
This booklet is for the new Fantom-Xa owner, and provides an introduction to some of the Fantom-Xa's most exciting features.
Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 02: Speed Sequencing
Did you know you can record an entire arrangement on the Fantom-Xa without stopping? This booklet explains how.
Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 03: Working with Standard MIDI Files
For the working musician, Standard MIDI Files (SMFs) provide a great way to quickly get a set list together. For the hobbyist, they can provide lots of fun. This booklet explains how to load, play, and customize Standard MIDI Files on the Fantom-Xa.
Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 04: Live Audio Inputs
If you're singing or playing along with the Fantom-Xa's sequencer onstage, why not tap into its killer effects by plugging your mic—or a guitar—into its audio input jacks? "Live Audio Inputs" explains how to harness the power of this easily-missed feature of the Fantom-Xa.
Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 05: Sequencing with Rhythms
The Fantom-Xa’s built-in rhythms can provide great-sounding, professional-quality drumming for songs you record in the Fantom-Xa’s 16-track sequencer. This booklet explains how to add rhythms to a song.
Fantom-Xa Workshop Series 06: Importing and Using Loops
This booklet teaches you how to import sampled loops into the Fantom-Xa, how to play them, and how to work them into songs. You’ll also learn how easy it is to stretch or shrink a loop’s tempo once it’s inside the Fantom-Xa.
Selecting SRX Expansion Sounds via MIDI
Sampler Compatibility Guide
Check this PDF document for compatible drives and RAM.
InFocus 02: Roland’s Librarian Software
If you’re the kind of person who digs into your Roland/BOSS gear, odds are you go way beyond factory patches and settings. It’s for users like you that we include a computer-based Librarian application for backing up and organizing your data. This booklet explains the Roland/BOSS Librarian.