Inspiration Machine - The Roland AIRA Compact J-6 Chord Synthesizer

The J-6 Chord Synthesizer is an endless well of musical inspiration, pairing a powerful chord sequencer with the lavish tones of the renowned JUNO-60 synth. Generate soul stirring song ideas in seconds, and experiment with styles and variations to coax dancing lines and rhythmic patterns from your chords. Add lush effects to frost your sound, and expand your possibilities by interfacing with other AIRA Compacts, MIDI hardware, and music production software.

• Portable song creation machine with professional Roland sound and features
• Create with 100 chord sets spanning classic and contemporary music genres
• Add arpeggios and rhythmic phrases to chords via nine styles with 12 variations in each
• Programmable chord sequencer with 64 user patterns and up to 64 steps in each
• Four-voice JUNO-60 synth engine with authentic sound realized through Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology
• Includes 64 ready-to-play synth presets derived from the original JUNO-60
• Filter and envelope controls for shaping synth sounds in real time
• High-quality delay and reverb effects with customizable settings
• Comprehensive connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link
• Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface—no drivers needed
• Lithium-ion battery with up to 4.5 hours of operation per charge
• Sturdy construction and high-quality rubber pads
• Connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices with optional BOSS TRS MIDI cables

SPECIFICATIONS

• User Patterns: 64
• Sequencer: Maximum measures: 64
• Instruments: Preset Patches: 64
• Effects: Delay, reverb
• Display: 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
• Connectors
• SYNC (IN, OUT) jacks: Miniature phone type
• MIX (IN, OUT) /PHONES jacks: Stereo miniature phone type
• MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo miniature phone type
• USB port: USB Type-C (Audio, MIDI)
• Power Supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, obtained via USB port (USB bus power)
• Current Draw: 500 mA
• Expected Battery Life: Approx. 4.5 hours
• Expected Battery Charging Time: Approx. 3 hours
• Dimensions: 188 x 106 x 36.2 inches, 7-7/16 x 4-3/16 x 1-7/16
• Weight: 295 g, 11 oz

Manufacturer: Roland
Model: J-6
SKU: I709194-N-5-WHXX
UPC: 761294518823

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