The Roland MV-8000 is a digital production studio and sampler released in 2003. It is a powerful all-in-one production studio, combining a sampler, sequencer, effects, and a mixer in one unit. It is capable of recording and sequencing audio and MIDI data, as well as providing a wide range of effects and sound manipulation tools. The MV-8000 also includes a large library of sounds and samples, as well as the ability to load and save audio and MIDI files.
With Version 3.5, Roland enhanced the platform with additional recorder-like functions and expanded VGA capabilities through the MV8-VGA expansion board.
Core Features
Integrated production environment with sampling, sequencing, and CD burning
16 velocity/aftertouch-sensitive pads
Large monochrome LCD display with real-time control knobs
Optional VGA monitor support with mouse control
Built-in CD-RW drive and USB connectivity
Sampling System
16-bit/44.1kHz linear format
64-voice polyphony
128MB RAM (expandable to 256 or 512MB with replacing the DIMM)
Recording time: 24 min mono/12 min stereo (128MB)
Extended recording: 100 min mono/50 min stereo (512MB)
MV-8000: 136 tracks total (128 MIDI + 8 stereo audio)
New Features in MV-8800:
Real-time pitch/time manipulation
Pre-installed Roland instrument emulations (TR-808, TR-909, etc.)
More comprehensive mastering tools
Enhanced mixer automation
Expanded effects library with vintage emulations
Storage/Memory:
Same base specs:
128MB RAM (expandable to 512MB)
40GB hard drive
CD-RW drive
The MV-8800 represents a significant upgrade in audio quality, interface design, and production capabilities while maintaining core hardware specifications.
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