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Boutique JP-08 Virtual Analog Synthesizer Module

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Back in the early '80s, the Jupiter-8 defined lush, expansive synth sounds for countless hits, and this module shrinks that legendary beast into something you can toss in a backpack without missing a beat.

Powered by Roland's Analog Circuit Behavior technology, it delivers 4 voices of polyphonic goodness with dual digital oscillators per voice—now boasting extra waveforms like sine and noise on VCO1, plus expanded range and triangle/noise LFO options for fresh twists on the classic. You'll find 36 knobs and sliders mirroring the original front panel for instant hands-on tweaks to its resonant low-pass/high-pass filters, dual envelopes, and single LFO, alongside a 16-step sequencer with 16 patterns, arpeggiator, and chorus effects. Dual ribbon controllers handle pitch bend, mod, and portamento, while the compact metal chassis (under 12 inches wide) includes a built-in 0.5W speaker, stereo outs, headphones, and 24-bit/44.1kHz USB audio/MIDI interface—run it on 4 AA batteries or USB, and chain two for 8-voice glory controlled from one unit. Pair it with the optional K-25m keyboard for a mini keys setup.

Players love how it nails the Jupiter's smooth, gritty character for evolving leads, brass, and pads right out of the box, though some note it feels a touch darker and more compact than stacking real vintage voices. The portability and speaker make it a jam-anywhere favorite in the Boutique lineup.

Released

2015

Status

Discontinued

Synthesizer
Format
Desktop
Type
Virtual Analog, ACB, Subtractive
Internal Battery
Yes
Voice
A/D
Digital
Polyphony
Polyphonic
Oscillators
2
Oscillator Type
Digital
Voices
4
Filter
Yes
Envelopes
2
LFO
1
Effects
chorus
Expression
Aftertouch
No
Velocity
-
MPE
No
Additional
Jupiter-8 recreation, ACB technology, chainable for 8 voices, Boutique series, battery powered
Software
-
I/O
Audio In
1 stereo
Audio Out
1 stereo
Headphone
1
MIDI
In, Out
MIDI Type
USB
Ports
USB
Wi-Fi
No
Workflow
Arpeggiator
Yes
Sequencer
Yes
Mod Matrix
-
Memory
Yes
Measurements
Dimensions
300 x 128 x 46 mm
Weight
<1kg
Last updated Mar 21, 2026