Roland JU-06A Roland Boutique Synthesizer Sound Module

The specialist's opinion

All vintage JUNO sounds in a single module

Roland's JUNO synthesizers redefined the sound of the 80s. The JU-06A is here to please keyboardists who seek those legendary sounds and looks, especially the JUNO-60 and JUNO-106 in a modern, reliable instrument and unique that you can take anywhere.

Compact yet comfortable, the JU-06A is ideal for long studio sessions or epic gigs. It can easily withstand the rigors of a tour with its robust steel panels and flexible sliders with metal axis. And most importantly, its look will send you and your audience straight back to the 80s with that well-known and beloved vintage style.

Two classic JUNOs in one

The JU-06A incorporates the best of the JUNO-60 and JUNO-106. It features the Pulse-Width modulation controlled by the JUNO-60 envelope and the JUNO-106 continuous high-pass filter, as well as the unique filter behavior of the two synths, instantly switchable from the JU-06A's front panel. The sounds of the vintage versions are faithfully reproduced, even when pushing the parameters to the extreme. Also, we find the superb sound of its mythical chorus, faithfully recreated with its cult sound, adjustable on the JU-06A.

Chord memory, step sequencer and arpeggiator

The JUNO-106 filter was probably preferred, but the JUNO-60 lacked the arpeggiator function. The JU-06A includes these two functions, with the addition of a sequencer and chord memory. The sequences created with the chord memory produce polyphonic phrases so rich that we often forget that they come from an instrument that fits in a backpack.

MIDI, USB and external clock inputs

With an audio and MIDI input via USB and standard MIDI sockets, the JU-06A allows you to play and synchronize all the instruments of your choice. The external clock input allows synchronization with vintage analog instruments or modern Eurorack systems. By using the external clock with the built-in sequencer, you will be able to produce surprising, sometimes unexpected but welcome phrases and rhythmic variations.

Add a keyboard

The compact size of the JU-06A allows it to nestle anywhere and be easily operated by a master keyboard or music software. Place it in a Dock Boutique DK-01 and you'll have an elegant fusion with three possible tilts. Or, add a K-25m keyboard to have at your disposal a complete portable instrument, entirely wireless, without constraints, for a completely free performance.