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Description

Unleash your creative potential with the Roland Fantom G6, a synthesizer workstation that blends cutting-edge technology with user-friendly design for musicians of all skill levels. This 61-key powerhouse is crafted for both live performances and studio environments, delivering an immersive experience through its advanced sound engine. With twice the wave-ROM capacity of its predecessors, the Fantom G6 offers an expansive collection of Roland's renowned SRX-quality sounds. What truly sets this workstation apart is the ARX SuperNATURAL expansion bay, which enables the addition of specialized sound-sets for an enriched musical expression.

The Fantom G6’s extra-large 8.5" color LCD is a marvel, providing clear visuals that enhance your workflow, whether you're composing, performing, or tweaking your sound. Its innovative user interface, coupled with a robust onboard audio/MIDI sequencer, allows for the creation of up to 128 tracks, including 24 audio tracks, offering you the flexibility to craft intricate compositions with ease.

The workstation is also equipped with a sophisticated effects engine that supports up to 22 effect routings, ensuring your music shines with professional-grade polish. With hands-on controls including sliders, knobs, and buttons, the Fantom G6 delivers a tactile experience that keeps you engaged and inspired.

Key Features:

  • 61-key configuration with a powerful sound engine
  • ARX SuperNATURAL expansion bay for additional sound sets
  • Extra-large 8.5" wide color LCD for enhanced productivity
  • Onboard audio/MIDI sequencer with 128 tracks, including 24 audio tracks
  • Sophisticated effects engine with up to 22 effect routings
  • Robust construction with intuitive hands-on controls

Product specs

Brand Roland
Model Fantom-G6 61-Key Workstation Keyboard
Finish Silver
Year 2008 - 2012
Made In Japan
Categories Workstation Keyboards
Analog / Digital Digital
Key Size Full Size
Keyboard Action Synth Action
MIDI I/O MIDI Input, MIDI Output, MIDI Through, USB MIDI
Number of Keys 61 Keys
Number of Pads 16 Pads
Polyphony 128 Voices

FAQs

What type of synthesis engine does the Roland Fantom G6 use?

The Roland Fantom G6 features an advanced sound engine with double the wave capacity of previous flagship workstations, supporting digital modeling, sampling, and analog synthesis styles.

How many keys and pads does the Roland Fantom G6 have?

The Roland Fantom G6 is equipped with 61 full-size synth-action keys and 16 pads, providing extensive control for both live performance and studio production.

Is the Roland Fantom G6 suitable for live performance?

Yes, the Roland Fantom G6 is designed for live performance with its top-of-the-line keyboard action, heavy-duty casing, and an 8.5" wide color LCD for easy navigation during gigs.

What are the connectivity options available on the Roland Fantom G6?

The Roland Fantom G6 offers MIDI Input, MIDI Output, MIDI Through, and USB MIDI connectivity, allowing for seamless integration with other MIDI devices and computer systems.

How many tracks can the onboard sequencer of the Roland Fantom G6 handle?

The Roland Fantom G6's onboard audio/MIDI sequencer can handle 128 tracks, including 24 audio tracks, providing extensive capabilities for complex compositions and arrangements.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Upgradable RAM enhances performance

  • User interface is a notable upgrade

  • Offers great orchestral sounds

  • Fun and engaging for users at any level

CONS

  • Expansion boards hard to find, limiting sound variety

  • Pad/Synth sounds not as good as previous models

  • Requires research for optimal workstation integration

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Roland Fantom G6.

Features and functionality

  • The Fantom G6 supports USB mouse input, potentially enhancing navigation on its screen, which some describe as DAW-like but limited in plugin support.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Fantom G6 is considered for home use due to its quick setup for songwriting, despite workflow challenges with audio track management.

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Comparisons

  • Newer Fantom models offer MIDI clip sequencing similar to Ableton but lack integrated audio tracks, unlike the G6's 24 stereo audio track capability.

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User experience

  • Some users find the process of naming audio clips during sequencing cumbersome, impacting the DAWless workflow experience.

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Critic Reviews

Roland Fantom-G6 review | MusicRadar

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The Roland Fantom G6 is a powerhouse workstation, impressing with its expanded 8.5-inch TFT display and intuitive interface, making navigation effortless even with packed screens. Its improved sound engine features 230 waveforms and nearly 2000 sounds, though the limited 32MB RAM could be a drawback for some. The addition of eight sliders enhances mixing capabilities, and Part-FX elevates its status among peers. While onboard RAM is minimal, it's expandable, and its USB connectivity facilitates seamless DAW integration. Overall, the Fantom G6 stands out as a versatile tool for both live performances and studio work.

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Artist usage

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See how Thomas DeLonge uses Roland Fantom G6

Thomas DeLonge

Singer, Guitarist

Blink-182

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The fantom g6 can be seen in his studio in this photo

See how Zaytoven uses Roland Fantom G6

Zaytoven

Keyboardist, Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

At 2:36 you can see a clear shot of the G6 sitting in Zaytoven's home studio.

See how Alicia Keys uses Roland Fantom G6

Alicia Keys

Singer, Keyboardist

All Star Tribute

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Verified via YouTube

On this video she shows her setup of synthesizers. The item can be seen 1:07 into this video on the bottom of the rack on the right.

See how ATB uses Roland Fantom G6

ATB

Music Producer

ATB with Heather Nova

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Verified via YouTube

on this video on 1:19 and next we can see this synth

See how Billy Joel uses Roland Fantom G6

Billy Joel

Singer, Keyboardist

U.S.A. for Africa

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Verified via Photo

"We recently caught up with Billy Joel's longtime keyboardist and technologist David Rosenthal, who graciously let us onstage for a tour of his all-new rig. His familiar stage keyboards--including Kurzweil K2600X and K2661 workstations and a Roland Fantom-G6, are now mainly used as controllers..." - Robbie Gennet, Keyboard magazine.

See how David Kennedy uses Roland Fantom G6

David Kennedy

Guitarist

Box Car Racer

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Verified via YouTube

You can see The synth at 1:45. If you slow the video down you can easily read it. David plays it at 2:23.

See how Stargate uses Roland Fantom G6

Stargate

Music Producer

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Verified via Soundonsound

A pair of Fantoms: the team's Roland Fantom G6 (top) and X6 keyboards. Photo: Lucas Thorpe

See how Joshua Balz uses Roland Fantom G6

Joshua Balz

Keyboardist

Motionless In White

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In this post Josh's roland fantom keybord/synth can be seen

See how Amit Trivedi uses Roland Fantom G6

Amit Trivedi

Singer, Keyboardist

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Verified via YouTube

In 1:33 of this video, he is seen using this keyboard. He has used this keyboard in whole of the video. Also in 0:30 of this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eP7jzhfXwQ

See how David Rosenthal uses Roland Fantom G6

David Rosenthal

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Rainbow

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Verified via YouTube

David Rosenthal describing and explaining his rig, where he is explaining his touring rig for Billy Joel in October of 2014.

At 2:22, he displays his Roland Fantom G6.

See how Schiller uses Roland Fantom G6

Schiller

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

All across the video, but clearly seen at minute 1:44:37

See how KARRA uses Roland Fantom G6

KARRA

Singer, Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

The Roland Fantom G6 can be seen at 8:46 into the video.

Album Usage

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