Roland Releases Fantom-G System Update Narragansett RI

Los Angeles, CA, July 1, 2009 — Roland Corporation is pleased to announce the release of version 1.30 update for the Fantom-Gworkstations. This free download adds new content and enhancements to the Fantom-G, including new rhythm patterns, and a newly added ArpeggioImport Function.

The Fantom-G has redefined the boundaries of playability and creativitywith its advanced sound engine, revolutionary ARX SuperNATURAL™expansion bay, jumbo-sized color LCD, powerful audio/MIDI recorder, and first-class 88-note weighted Ivory Feel ( Fantom-G8 ) and synth-action ( Fantom-G7 and Fantom-G6 ) keys.

The release of version 1.30 adds a number of new innovative features to the Fantom-G operating system:

• Arpeggio Import Function for creating user arpeggio styles
• Enhanced functionality, including independent tempo for Live and Studio modes
• New keyboard modes for RPS and Rhythm Patterns
• New real-time control of multiple sounds at once
• Hundreds of new rhythm patterns and RPS phrases
• New piano patches, Live Sets, and Studio Sets

“Version 1.30 marries the Fantom-G’s newly included library of content with the Fantom-G’s Live Sets, Studio Sets, and Dynamic Pads,” says Product Manager Vince LaDuca. “The new Arpeggio Import Function,coupled with the Fantom-G’s world-class sound set, enables end users an open platform for creating realistic styles and phrases for any type of music.”

To download version 1.30 for the Fantom-G Series, please visit:
http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.php?ProductId=918&tab=downloads& page=video&file=fantom-g_v130_overview_hd.flv

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