{"product_id":"roland-d-50-key","title":"Roland D-50 Software Synthesizer - Electronic Delivery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe D-50 completely changed the synth landscape when it was released in 1987. Powered by Roland’s groundbreaking LA (Linear Arithmetic) synthesis engine, the instrument’s potent mixture of samples, virtual analog, and integrated effects allowed programmers to produce all manner of stunning sounds never heard before. The \u003cstrong\u003eRoland D-50 Software Synthesizer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perfect sonic recreation of the original in every way, allowing you to bring this giant in music history into your everyday music production environment.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eSamples Meets Synthesis\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe D-50 was Roland’s first fully digital synthesizer, and its unique sound combined subtractive synthesis with harmonically complex sampled waveforms and digital effects. This innovative marriage of samples and synthesis allowed for warm and dynamic analog tonality with the realism and flexibility of digital technology, opening up an entirely new world of sound creation possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eNew Wave, New Jack, New Age, and So On…\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe 1980s were a dynamic period for pop music, and new genres were being forged at a furious pace. Name a famous track from the late ‘80s to early ‘90s and there’s a good chance it was built around one or more D-50 sounds. It’s the basis of classic tracks in a wide range of genres including synth pop, new wave, new jack swing, and R\u0026amp;B, plus new age music and countless film scores. In fact, some of the most influential recording artists in history have used the synth’s beautifully crafted presets as the cornerstone of huge international hits.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003ePlug In Your Own D-50\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe plug-in version of the D-50 is the only authentic software reproduction of the Roland hardware unit. It includes the same sampled waveform set, and the Digital Circuit Behavior modeling technology captures every nuance of the original, right down to the archetypal “overtone noise” that lends this synth its rich character. Roland have even included the proprietary joystick and original iconic presets. But this version of the D-50 also includes extra features that make it a unique and powerful tool for modern productions:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtra waveforms and tempo-syncing LFO enhance sound design capabilities and DAW integration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA virtual PG-1000 controller (based on the optional hardware controller available for the original D-50) greatly simplifies sound design, allowing you to customize preset sounds and build unique voices from scratch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll the original presets plus fresh new sounds and additional patch downloads\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_3\"\u003eHardware Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThere are several ways to integrate the D-50 Software Synthesizer with other Roland hardware. Import SysEx files from an original D-50 or legacy third-party libraries and enjoy your favorite previously created patches. You can also swap patches and banks with your Roland Boutique D-05 synthesizer, and use its interface to control the plug-in.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_4\"\u003eSYSTEM REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAC OS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating System: macOS 10.14; macOS 10.15; macOS 11\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHost Application: VST 3.6 compatible; Audio Units V2 compatible; AAX compatible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCPU: Intel Core i5 or better; Apple M1 chip\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRAM: 4 GB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHard Disk: 100 MB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay Resolution and Colors: 1,280 x 900 dots or higher, 16.7 million colors or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther: You’ll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINDOWS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHost Application: VST 3.6 compatible; AAX compatible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCPU: Intel Core i5 or better\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRAM: 4 GB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHard Disk: 100 MB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay resolution and Colors: 1,280 x 900 dots or higher, 24 bits Full Color or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther: You’ll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Roland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450744795239,"sku":"161337","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/roland-d-50_161337_1_0195fa98-881f-44ff-b8be-06a009cacba8.jpg?v=1787094346","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/roland-d-50-key","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}