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Roland MV-8000

Production Studio

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Roland MV-8000
Roland MV-8000
650.00 street price

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)
  • 16 patch parts + 10 audio track/phrase parts

Sequencing

  • 136-track capacity (128 MIDI + 8 stereo audio)
  • 480 TPQN resolution
  • 150,000 note storage
  • Tempo range: 5-300 BPM
  • Real-time/step recording modes
  • Pattern-based and linear recording

Effects Processing

  • Multi-effects processor (25 types)
  • Dedicated chorus (2 types) and reverb (4 types)
  • Mastering toolkit
  • 3-band EQ for audio/instrument parts
  • Automated effects control

Storage

  • 40GB internal hard drive
  • 3.5" floppy drive
  • CD-RW drive for audio/data

Project Organization

  • 16 songs per project
  • 500 patterns
  • 16 patches per song
  • 96 partials (16 pads × 6 banks per patch)
  • 9,999 sample capacity
  • 512 audio phrases (16 pads × 32 banks)

File Compatibility

Import

  • Audio CD
  • WAV/AIFF (including ACID files)
  • Roland S-700 series
  • AKAI MPC2000/S1000/3000
  • Standard MIDI Files (0/1)
  • Image files (BMP/JPG)

Export

  • Audio CD
  • WAV/AIFF samples
  • SMF format 1
  • Project backups

Hardware Connectivity

  • Stereo mic/line inputs
  • Phono inputs
  • Analog/digital master outputs
  • Optional 6 additional outputs (MV8-OP-1)
  • V-LINK support for Edirol video control

OS Version 3.5 Enhancements

  • Audio track/mute automation
  • Recordable effects control
  • Enhanced EQ capabilities
  • Improved piano roll editing
  • Patch preview during import

Difference between the MV-8000 and the MV-8800

Audio Quality:

  • MV-8800 adds 24-bit/96kHz audio interface capability (vs 16-bit/44.1kHz only)
  • MV-8800 has improved AD/DA conversion (24-bit 64x/128x oversampling)

Display/Interface:

  • MV-8800: Color LCD with icon-based interface
  • MV-8000: Monochrome LCD

Sequencing:

  • MV-8800: 128 MIDI + 8 Audio + Pattern/Tempo/Mute tracks
  • 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.

Country of origin / production: Japan

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Usage area
Groovebox/ MPC 
Sampler 
Usage Design/ Form Factor
Without Keys, Desktop 
Archetype
Digital (D) 
Polyphony
Voices64
Multi Timbral Capacity26 part(s)
Tone Generator / Sound Synthesis
Synthesis Method Digital Subtractive
Sampler
Sampler Format Linear
Sampler Format Phrase
Sample Format WAV
Sample Format AIF
Sample Format Custom
Resolution 16 bit/ 44.1 kHz
Sequencer
Tracks count136
Step Sequencer 
Pattern Sequencer 
Sequencer Resolution480 ppqn
Note Capacity150000
Tempo (min value)5
Tempo (max value)300
MIDI in/ out
IN 
OUT 
OUT count2
Display
Display type TFT
Color resolution Monochrome
Resolution: Horizontal320
Resolution: Vertical240
Pads Matrix
Pads Count16
Pads Count, vertical4
Pads Count, horizontal4
External controllers
Foot Controller1
Audio out
Stereo 
Analogue: 1/4" (6.35mm)8
Analogue: 1/4" (6.35mm) headphones preamplified1
Digital: coaxial1
Digital: optical1
Audio in
Analog 1/4"2
RCA2
Digital: Coaxial1
Digital: Optical1
Video Interface
Video system VGA (640x480)
DAC
Resolution16 bit
ADC
Resolution16 bit
Computer Interfaces
CD-ROM 
HDD: HDD size40
USB USB PC Link
Expandability
Sampler Memory Slot1
Power
Voltage 220V
Voltage 230V
Voltage 240V
Voltage 100V
Voltage 115/117V
Voltage 50-60Hz
Power Supply Built-in, internal
Power consumption35 W
Dimensions
Height136 mm
Width480 mm
Depth482 mm
Weight9.800 kg
Case/ body
Metal&plastic 
Color
Black 
Silver 
Production start2003
Production ended

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