XV-88: 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer

XV-88: 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer

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XV-88: 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer

Features

The XV-88 is Roland's flagship synthesizer. It features 128-voices of powerful XV sounds, an 88-note precision hammer-action keyboard, D-Beam controller, and expandability via 64MB* SRX- and popular SR-JV80-Series wave expansion boards. Add to this a host of studio-quality effects, and you've got a performance synth of the highest order.

  • 88-note precision hammer-action synthesizer with D-Beam controller and aftertouch
  • New 128-voice synth engine for extensive layering and multitimbral applications
  • Massive 64MB* internal wave memory includes incredible new sounds, plus all sounds from JV-2080 and a collection of waveforms from the JD-990 Super JD
  • Stereo playback capability per Tone for amazing velocity switches and keyboard splits
  • Powerful Matrix Control gives sounds an unprecedented level of nuance
  • Studio-quality reverb and effects derived from Roland SRV-3030, V-Studios, and RSS® technology
  • "SRXpandable" via new SRX-Series 64MB* wave expansion boards
  • Compatible with SR-JV80-Series wave expansion boards and XP/JV-Series Patches**
  • Advanced arpeggiator functions

    *When converted into 16-bit linear format.
    **Compatible with XP-80/60/50/30, JV-2080/1080/1010.

Accessories

SRX-01

Dynamic Drums Exp. Board

SRX-01

Amazing drum sounds and expressive dynamics including drags, flams, and more.

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SRX-02

Concert Piano Exp. Board

SRX-02

Stunning 64MB concert grand piano with variations.

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SRX-03

Studio SRX Exp. Board

SRX-03

Expressive pianos, basses, synths, nylon string guitars, drums, and more.

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SRX-04

Symphonique Strings Exp. Board

SRX-04

One of the world's finest collections of stereo-sampled string and orchestral sounds.

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SRX-05

Supreme Dance Exp. Board

SRX-05

Hundreds of drums, synths, and other essential sounds for making professional dance tracks.

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SRX-06

Complete Orchestra Exp. Board

SRX-06

Hundreds of fresh, inspiring sounds for composing and film scoring.

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SRX-07

Ultimate Keys Exp. Board

SRX-07

300 inspiring Patches and 10 Rhythm Sets covering all the keyboard bases, including some tasty loops.

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SRX-08

Platinum Trax Exp. Board

SRX-08

One of the most comprehensive dance-music expansion boards on the market.

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SRX-09

World Collection Exp. Board

SRX-09

Hundreds of expressive ethnic instruments and Rhythm Sets

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SRX-10

Big Brass Ensemble Exp. Board

SRX-10

A superb collection of brass sounds suited for pop music, film scoring, classical, and more.

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SRX-11

Complete Piano Exp. Board

SRX-11

A stunningly authentic multi-sampled grand piano.

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SRX-12

Classic EPs SRX Expansion Board

SRX-12

The finest sound library of coveted EPs and Clavs to bear the Roland logo.

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DP-2

Damper Pedal

DP-2

Momentary footswitch for use with keyboards and recording products.

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DP-8

Damper Pedal

DP-8

A high-quality damper pedal with expressive half-pedal capabilities.

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EV-5/-7

Expression Pedals

EV-5/-7

Durable pedals for controlling a wide range of effects parameters.

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Downloads & Updates

Downloads & Updates

XV-Editor Version 1.57 (PC)
This includes support throught the SRX-12 Expansion Board.
XV-Editor Version 1.57 (MAC)
This includes support throught the SRX-12 Expansion Board.
XV-88 System Update Version 1.10 (MAC - SMF)
This is the latest operating system available for the XV-88 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer. Please look at the Readme file for information on how to install the operating system.
Note to Mac Users: You will need the Q-MIDI Application if you do not have access to a sequencer program.
XV-88 System Update Version 1.10 (PC - SMF)
This is the latest operating system available for the XV-88 128-Voice Expandable Synthesizer. Please look at the Readme file for information on how to install the operating system.
Note to PC Users: You will need the PC SMF Update Application if you do not have access to a sequencer program.
If you do not have a program to unzip this download, you can download WinZip here.
XV-88 System Update Version 1.10 (MAC - SmartMedia)
This compressed file contains an update file for use with a SmartMedia card. You must have a way of copying this file from your computer to a SmartMedia card. Please view the readme file for installation instructions.
XV-88 System Update Version 1.10 (PC - SmartMedia)
This compressed file contains an update file for use with a SmartMedia card. You must have a way of copying this file from your computer to a SmartMedia card. Please view the readme file for installation instructions.

Support

If you have questions about operating your Roland, BOSS or Edirol 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 Product Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.

Support Documents

XV-88 Patch List (PDF)
XV-88 TurboStart (PDF)
XV-88/XV-3080 Performance List (PDF)
Selecting Internal and SR-JV80 Expansion Sounds Via MIDI (PDF)

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