Sparks 7 - Cloudline Pad

Sparks 7 - Cloudline Pad

Sale price £2.50 GBP

Including tax.

Includes:
  • 1 Preset.
  • 392 MB (extracted).

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Sparks - Tiny bursts of inspiration

The Roland JX-8P was released in 1985 by Roland Corporation as part of Roland’s move into more accessible, performance-oriented analogue synthesizers. It followed earlier models like the Roland JX-3P, but introduced full MIDI implementation and a sleeker, more modern interface. While its front panel relied on button-based parameter editing, it could be paired with the external PG-800 programmer for hands-on control.

Sonically, the JX-8P is known for its warm, silky analogue character, with a slightly softer and more refined tone compared to earlier Roland synths. It excels at lush pads, expressive brass sounds, and smooth evolving textures, making it a staple of mid-to-late 80s music. Its dual digitally controlled oscillators (DCOs) helped keep tuning stable while still delivering rich analogue depth, giving the JX-8P a polished, atmospheric sound that remains highly sought after today.

Sparks are inspiring, fully playable micro-packs for Soundbox, created to ignite new ideas the moment you touch the keys. Each preset is brought to life using Soundbox’s powerful effects, dynamic modulators and intuitive vector engine, delivering expressive sounds filled with movement and character.

Each new Spark is available for a special introductory price of just £1.50 for its first seven days. After that, it remains permanently available as part of the Sparks collection for £2.50.

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