Roland’s Fantom-X series has redefined the cutting-edge of sample-based workstation technology. If you crave Fantom power, but want a more cost-effective way to Fantomize your rig, Roland has the perfect synth for you. Meet the Fantom-Xa — a multifaceted sampling workstation with an affordable price tag! The Fantom-Xa includes many of the most popular features from the top-of-the-line Fantom, including 128-voice polyphony, Skip Back Sampling, a high-resolution built-in sequencer, realtime audio time-stretching, COSM modeling effects, mastering processing, USB port, WAV/AIF compatibility, D Beam control, SRX expansion, and more!
Advanced sampling workstation with a 61-note keyboard, 128 voices, high-resolution sequencer, and affordable price
Seamless integration of audio and MIDI using ROM waves and sampling with realtime time-stretch capability
Skip Back Sampling — continuous sampling for easy recording, sound design, and audio rescue
128 new patches, plus all Fantom-S preset patches and waves onboard
4MB sample RAM expandable up to 516MB via DIMM
3 MFX processors, plus dedicated reverb, chorus, and a mastering processor
Expandable via 1 optional SRX-Series Wave Expansion Board
USB port for MIDI and WAV/AIF file exchange with PC or Mac
4 line outputs (2 stereo or 4 mono), and mic/stereo line input
mono: 47 sec. approx., stereo: 23.5 sec. approx. *When sampling memory isn’t expanded (4 MB) mono: 102 min. approx., stereo: 51 min. approx. *When sampling memory is expanded with DIMM (516 MB)
Number of Samples
User memory: 2,000 (maximum total approximately 4 MB) Card memory: 7,000 (PC card)
Sequencer Section
Tracks
Phrase tracks (16 MIDI channels per track): 16 Tempo track: 1 Beat track: 1 Patterns: 100
Resolution
480 TPQN
Tempo
5–300
Note Capacity
approx. 400,000 notes
Song Length
9,998 measures
Recording Method
Realtime recording, Step recording
Others
Arpeggiator
Preset: 128 User: 128
Rhythm Pattern
Preset: 256 (32 groups) User: 256 (32 groups)
Chord Memory
Preset: 64 User: 64
Display
240 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit)
Pad Buttons
10 pads (Trigger/Category Selection/Numeric Keys)
Controllers
Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever Control Knob x 4 Assignable Switch x 2 D Beam Controller
Connectors
Headphones Jack A (MIX) Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type B Output Jacks (L, R): 1/4 inch phone type Input Jacks (L/MONO/MIC, R): 1/4 inch phone type Hold Pedal Jack (Half Pedal recognition) Control Pedal Jack (assignable) MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU) USB Connector (supports file transfer and MIDI) AC Adaptor Jack
Expansion Slots
â?¢ Expansion of waveforms and patches for the internal sound generator SRX expansion board: 1 slot â?¢ Expansion of sampling memory DIMM: 1 slot (supports 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB (3.3 V))
External Storage Device
PC Card: 1 slot (supports SmartMedia and CompactFlash using a PC card adaptor)
Power Supply
DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)
Current draw
1200 mA
Accessories
Owner’s Manual CD-ROM (Editor, USB MIDI driver) PC Card Protector AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)
Options
Wave Expansion Board: SRX Series Keyboard Stand: KS-12 Pedal Switch: DP-2, DP-8 Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5U Expression Pedal: EV-5
Size and Weight
Width
1,065 mm
41-15/16 inches
Depth
358 mm
14-1/8 inches
Height
114 mm
4-1/2 inches
Weight
10.9 kg
24 lbs. 1 oz.
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the latest operating system for the Fantom-XA. Please read the readme.pdf document for the update procedure.
This update resolves USB Storage related issues. This update also resolves a timing issue within the sequencer.
NOTE: The update files that you download and save to your computer from the link above are enclosed in a
compressed zip file. These files will need to be extracted from the zip file before you can burn them to a CD. You can do this by using the WinZip application on your PC running Windows XP, or by using Stuffit Expander on your
Macintosh (needed for OS 10.2.x or below). If you're using Mac OS X 10.3.x or above, then you will not need Stuffit
Expander.
When you double-click on the downloaded file that you saved to your computer, WinZip or Stuffit Expander should startup
automatically. If you do not have WinZip (PC) or Stuffit Expander (Mac) installed, then you must download it, install
it, and extract/unzip the update files folder before you can complete the update procedure.
Fantom-X Editor/Librarian for Fantom-XA and Fantom-X6,7,8,XR running version 1. Version 1.53 of the editor adds compatibility for the SRX-12 Expansion Board.
Originally, this is intended for Fantom-S Series, however it can be convert loaded to Fantom-X Series by means of Fantom-X Editor software. Please refer to "readme" documents for further details.
Originally, this is intended for Fantom-S Series, however it can be convert loaded to Fantom-X Series by means of Fantom-X Editor software. Please refer to "readme" documents for further details.
This utility clears out all Roland USB Windows drivers and should be used if you are having difficulty installing your USB driver.
Note: You will have to reinstall the drivers for any other Roland device that is using a USB connection for Audio or MIDI.
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For the working musician, Standard MIDI Files (SMFs) provide a great way to quickly get a set list together. For the hobbyist, they can provide lots of fun. This booklet explains how to load, play, and customize Standard MIDI Files on the Fantom-Xa.
If you're singing or playing along with the Fantom-Xa's sequencer onstage, why not tap into its killer effects by plugging your mic—or a guitar—into its audio input jacks? "Live Audio Inputs" explains how to harness the power of this easily-missed feature of the Fantom-Xa.
The Fantom-Xa’s built-in rhythms can provide great-sounding, professional-quality drumming for songs you record in the Fantom-Xa’s 16-track sequencer. This booklet explains how to add rhythms to a song.
This booklet teaches you how to import sampled loops into the Fantom-Xa, how to play them, and how to work them into songs. You’ll also learn how easy it is to stretch or shrink a loop’s tempo once it’s inside the Fantom-Xa.
If you’re the kind of person who digs into your Roland/BOSS gear, odds are you go way beyond factory patches and settings. It’s for users like you that we include a computer-based Librarian application for backing up and organizing your data. This booklet explains the Roland/BOSS Librarian.
