Description
The Roland S-760 is a 16-bit stereo digital sampler known for its high-quality sound and extensive editing capabilities. It features a 1U rack design, 24-voice multitimbrality, and expandable memory via Macintosh SIMMs. The S-760 allows for stereo sampling at 44.1 kHz and offers features like digital EQ, programmable filters, and a built-in sequencer for creating complex patterns. It also reads Akai S-1000 and S-1100 sample libraries.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
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Sound Quality:The S-760 is renowned for its 16-bit stereo sound and its ability to produce high-quality samples.
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Sampling:It offers stereo sampling at 44.1 kHz, and its 2MB of standard RAM can be expanded to 32MB using standard Mac SIMMs.
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Editing:The sampler includes a range of editing features, including digital EQ, resonant filters, and four-stage envelopes for both filters and amplifiers.
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Memory:The S-760’s memory can be expanded with Macintosh SIMMs, allowing for larger sample sets and more complex arrangements.
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Connectivity:It features digital I/O with optional expansion for video output and mouse control.
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Workflow:It includes a built-in sequencer for creating and arranging patterns, and its design allows for both front-panel and mouse-based sample editing.
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Compatibility:The S-760 can read Akai S-1000 and S-1100 sample libraries, making it compatible with a wide range of existing sample content.
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Advanced Features:The S-760 offers features like velocity crossfades for smooth transitions between samples and the ability to truncate samples to remove unnecessary data and free up memory.
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Multitimbrality:
It is 24-voice multitimbral, allowing for multiple sounds and parts to be layered and played simultaneously.






