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Description

Product specs

Brand Roland
Model S-760 Digital Sampler
Finish Black
Year 1994 - 1998
Made In Japan
Categories Rackmount Synths, Samplers
Analog / Digital Digital
MIDI I/O MIDI Input, MIDI Output, MIDI Through
Polyphony 24 Voices

FAQs

What are the main connectivity options for the Roland S-760 sampler?

The Roland S-760 features a headphone jack, stereo input and output jacks, four individual output jacks, MIDI connectors (IN, OUT/THRU), and a SCSI connector for external storage.

How many voices of polyphony does the Roland S-760 support?

The Roland S-760 supports 24 voices of polyphony, allowing for complex sampling and sound layering.

Is the Roland S-760 compatible with modern DAWs?

While the Roland S-760 can interface with MIDI, integration with modern DAWs may require additional hardware or software solutions, as it was designed in the pre-DAW era.

What sampling capabilities does the Roland S-760 offer?

The Roland S-760 offers high-quality digital sampling with stereo capabilities, making it suitable for professional audio production.

Can the Roland S-760 be used for live performances?

Yes, the Roland S-760's robust connectivity and 24-voice polyphony make it suitable for live performances, though it may require additional equipment for optimal integration.

Samplers

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How to Jungle on the S-760 with Octamed

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How to Jungle on the S-760 with Octamed

Samplers

Samplers

Video thumbnail for Estrella - Roland S-760, Akai S900, Alesis 3630 - French House by Taylor Sullivan

Estrella - Roland S-760, Akai S900, Alesis 3630 - French House

Taylor Sullivan

Taylor Sullivan

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Roland S-760 Sample Rates Sound Amazing!

The Daydream Sound

The Daydream Sound

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Daft Punk Revolution 909 used filter Roland S-760 sampler [No talk]

Techno Frontier

Techno Frontier

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Roland S-760 - SCSI2SD

Roy Maya

Roy Maya

Video thumbnail for 90's Lo-Fi Sampling style Lo-Fi Making Roland S-760 bit-rate convert by Techno Frontier

90's Lo-Fi Sampling style Lo-Fi Making Roland S-760 bit-rate convert

Techno Frontier

Techno Frontier

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Roland S-760.

Mods and upgrades

  • The OP-760-1 expansion board adds four extra digital outputs, requiring a 4-channel DAC for analog output, but many users find the LCD adequate without it.

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  • Modern SCSI solutions like ZuluSCSI are considered straightforward plug-and-play options, with external setups being preferred for ease of use.

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  • Consider running samples through a compressor like the dbx 166 to fine-tune transients before sampling, enhancing the final sound output from the S-760.

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Software and compatibility

  • The S-760 requires the system disk content to boot, which can potentially be loaded from a SCSI drive instead of the original floppy disk.

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User experience

  • Some users find the S-760 challenging to use compared to other hardware, but others believe this difficulty is exaggerated and manageable with patience.

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Comparisons

  • In the 90s, house music was successfully created using the S-760 without the expansion board, highlighting its capabilities even in its most basic form.

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Features and functionality

  • To fully utilize the S-760's sound, sampling directly into the unit's ADC is recommended, as it enhances the sampler's distinct audio character.

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Use cases and applications

  • Sampling records directly into the S-760, with attention to gain and clipping, can enhance sound quality for producing dynamic music, especially in genres like house and hip-hop.

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Critic Reviews

Roland S760

soundonsound.com

The Roland S-760 sampler impresses with its stellar sound quality and comprehensive feature set, offering exceptional value as the most affordable 16-bit stereo sampler available. Its compact design packs substantial functionality, including a high-quality filter and sampling at industry-standard rates. While its output options are limited compared to predecessors, and it lacks a ROM-resident OS, the S-760 excels with its Quick Edit feature and compatibility with Akai S1000 sounds via SCSI. The optional expansion board further enhances its capabilities, making it an unbeatable choice for budget-conscious musicians seeking professional-grade sampling.

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Roland S760 (MT Jan 94)

muzines.co.uk

Roland's S-760 sampler impresses with its high-quality sound and competitive pricing, challenging the dominance of Akai in the sampler market. Despite its compact 1U rackmount design, the S-760 offers a robust feature set, including 16-bit stereo sampling and expandable RAM. However, compromises like limited outputs and a small LCD screen may deter some users. The optional OP-760-1 expansion card addresses these issues by adding more outputs and enabling mouse-driven operation. The S-760's steep learning curve is mitigated by user-friendly sampling options, making it a viable choice for serious sampling without breaking the bank.

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Great vintage sampler....very very good filters.

Artist usage

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See how Eric Chevalier uses Roland S-760

Eric Chevalier

Composer

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Verified via Raymanpc

Eric Chevalier's gear list circa 2003:

Mixing Consoles: - Sony DMX-R100 - Yamaha 01V Monitors: - Genelec 1031.A - Genelec 1030.A Samplers: - Akai s6000 (x2) - Akai CD3000XL - Roland S760 (x4) - Roland SP 700 Synthesizers: - Roland JD800 - Roland JD990 - Roland MKS80 + PG - Roland MKS70 + PG (x2) - Roland XV3080 - Roland D550 - Roland A80 - E-MU Proteus 2000 - Yamaha TX802 - Kurzweil MicroPiano - Korg M1R EX - Korg Wavestation AD - Korg Triton - Alesis DM5 (drum machine) - Access Virus A - Access Virus C - The theremin - Nord Lead Computer (& Plugins): - PowerMac G4/733 - PowerBook Titanium - Monitors Plasma (x2) - Pro Tools Mix Plus (software) - Logic Audio Platinum (+ eMagic plugins) - Spectrasonics Athmosphere - Spectrasonics Stylus - Mac Five - DD 80 Go + 120 Go + 160 Go LaCie - DD 40 Go Ice - Synchro: "Time Machine" C Lab - Unitor MK2 (x3) Effects: - Lexicon 480L - PCM80 / LPX15 - Yamaha SPX90 / D1500 (x2) - Tube Tech Compressor LCA 2B - EQ Moog - TC Electronics M5000 - TC Electronic Finalizer 96K - DAT Panasonic SV-3800 - DAT Sony PCM R500

See how DT8 Project uses Roland S-760

DT8 Project

Music Producer

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Verified via Soundonsound

"Hardware sound modules at Darren's disposal include the Roland S760"

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David Ferguson

Keyboardist, Composer

Random Hold

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Verified via Soundonsound

Since samples are the core tools of David's trade, he spends a lot of time with his samplers: "The samplers I use most are the Roland S760s. I've got two, and an SP700, which is the playback machine." Clearly he prefers the Roland 'way'. "I find that the Rolands sound so musical — I think they've got the best tone. Roland obviously spent a lot of time developing their sample library, which is very good. For instance, with the Orchestral Percussion CD‑ROM, the effects you can get are great, like having the timpani crescendo via the modulation wheel. I rarely use the Rolands to actually sample; in fact, Akais are quicker for that, but I find the Roland file management system better."

See how Michele Luppi uses Roland S-760

Michele Luppi

Singer, Keyboardist

Whitesnake

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Verified via Photo

Michele Luppi is confirmed to use the Roland S-760, as evidenced by a photo he shared on his Instagram account. In the caption, Michele states, "Porterò i Synth coi suoni usati nel mio primo Tour con i Whitesnake nel 2015," indicating that the Roland S-760 was part of his setup during his first tour with Whitesnake.

See how John “JJ” Jessel uses Roland S-760

John “JJ” Jessel

Keyboardist, Audio Engineer

Toto

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Verified via YouTube

At the 1 hour, 15 minute, and 17 second mark of the YouTube video “Toto | Live at Youngstorget, Oslo, Norway - 2000,” uploaded by Rick, the computer screen displays the software for the Roland S-760. John “JJ” Jessel utilized the S-760 as his sampler to trigger playback of background vocals, the horns in "Rosanna," and other sound effects.

Genre Usage

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