Stratovarius – Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition) album cover

Stratovarius – Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

Album 2014

The music gear and equipment used by the artists, producers, engineers, and more involved in the making of the 2014 album Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition).

Music from Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

Gear Used On Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

Explore the instruments, equipment, software, and production tools used in the making of Stratovarius – Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition) (2014). Click more on each item to see exactly how it was used.

Keyboards and Synthesizers used by Jens Johansson on Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

Sound Modules

Roland JV-1010

Avg price: $199.99

Jens Johansson is confirmed to use the Roland JV-1010 sound module, as evidenced by a photograph he posted on his website in 2002, showcasing his equipment during the Elements recording sessions. The image clearly displays the Roland JV-1010 among other devices such as the Apogee Rosetta AD A/D converter and Roland JV-2080, further substantiating its use in his setup. This information is supported by the source titled "Jens Johansson's gear."

Synthesizers

E-Mu PROTEUS FX

Avg price: $490.70

In 2002, Jens Johansson posted pictures on his website from the Elements recording sessions, which included a photo of his equipment setup. This setup featured an E-Mu PROTEUS FX sound module among other gear, confirming its use during these sessions. This information is supported by a source describing Jens Johansson's gear.

Sound Modules

Roland JV-2080 Synthesizer Module

Avg price: $119.00

Jens Johansson is confirmed to use the Roland JV-2080 Synthesizer Module, as evidenced by pictures he posted on his website in 2002 from the Elements recording sessions. The images display his collection of equipment, including the Roland JV-2080, alongside other gear such as the Roland JV-1010 and JV-1080 sound modules, an Apogee Rosetta Ad A/D converter, and a Morley JD-10 distortion unit. This information is supported by a source documenting his gear.

Studio Equipment used by Jens Johansson on Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

A-D & D-A Converters

Apogee Rosetta 800 96kHz 8-Channel AD/DA Converter

Avg price: $487.99

Jens Johansson is confirmed to use the Apogee Rosetta 800 96kHz 8-Channel AD/DA Converter, as evidenced by a photograph taken during the Elements recording sessions in 2002. This image, posted on his website, clearly shows the Apogee Rosetta along with other equipment such as the Roland JV-1010 sound module and the Roland A-37 MIDI controller. The source for this information is a dedicated fan site detailing Jens Johansson's gear.

Effects Processors

DigiTech TSR-24 True Stereo Reverb / Multi-Effects Processor

Avg price: $120.00

Jens Johansson is confirmed to use the DigiTech TSR-24 True Stereo Reverb / Multi-Effects Processor, as evidenced by pictures he posted on his website in 2002 from the Elements recording sessions. The images clearly show the DigiTech TSR-24 among other equipment such as the Roland JV-1010 sound module and Apogee Rosetta A/D converter. This information is supported by the source captioned "Jens Johansson's gear."

MIDI Keyboard Controllers

Akai MPK25 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

Avg price: $179.65

Jens Johansson is confirmed to use the Akai MPK25 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller, as evidenced by a picture from the Elements recording sessions in 2002, which he posted on his website. Additionally, in 2013, it was noted that he added the Akai MPK25 on top of his DX7 for live performances, incorporating a laptop to create complex sounds with VST plugins and electronic music sounds utilizing an arpeggiator control. This information is supported by the source titled "Jens Johansson's gear" from sonataarcticafansite.com.

Guitars used by Timo Tolkki on Elements, Pt. 1 & 2 (Complete Edition)

Solid Body Electric Guitars

LTD ESP LTD EX-351

In this video Timo Tolkki can be seen using the ESP LTD EX-351, exactly in the minute 2:02 the model of the guitar is visible on the 12 space.