The Roland S750 is a sophisticated sampler that offers professional-level sound quality at a significantly reduced price compared to its flagship predecessor, the S770. Despite the lower cost, the S750 maintains the exceptional audio performance of the more expensive model.
Key Technical Specifications:
16-bit expanded linear sampling
16-bit A-to-D and 20-bit D-to-A conversion
24-bit internal processing
24-voice polyphony
Hardware Features:
2 Mb of onboard RAM (expandable to 18 Mb with standard SIMMs)
Standard 1/4" input jacks on the front
Eight configurable output jacks
SCSI port for external connectivity
Integral 3.5" floppy drive
3U rack-mountable design
Video out (CGA, composite)
Optional remote control
Mouse-driven interface
Sound Organization Hierarchy:
Sample: Raw sound input
Partial: Can contain up to four mono/two stereo samples
Patch: Key group of one or more Partials
Performance: Collection of Patches
Standout Software Features:
Version 2.0 operating software with improved functionality
Advanced sample editing capabilities
Resampling 2 feature for voice optimization
Unique resampling algorithms for sound experimentation
Multi-timbral on all 16 MIDI channels
Recommended Peripherals:
Hard drive
Display (especially for advanced editing)
SCSI-compatible external storage
Comparative Advantages:
Superior sound quality compared to CDs
Flexible sound manipulation
Synthesizer-like capabilities
Intuitive mouse-driven interface
Potential Limitations:
No internal hard drive
No digital I/O facility
Requires additional peripherals for full functionality
The Roland S750 represented during early 90s an excellent value for home musicians and professionals alike, offering professional-grade sampling capabilities at a more accessible price point. Its combination of sampling and analog-style synthesis provides musicians with a versatile and powerful sound design tool. Its main competitors were at the time the Akai S1000/1100, Ensoniq EPS16+R and E-mu EIII XP.
It was used by a variety of artists, including Depeche Mode, New Order, and the Prodigy.
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