Jun-6 V

Jun-6 V's hardware predecessor was released at a time when a polyphonic synth was a luxury. Many consider the Juno series to have struck a rare and perfect balance when it comes to synthesizer design. Their ease of use, vivid analog sound, and relative affordability helped put the coveted multi-voiced within reach of a bigger audience.

The Juno synths were notoriously easy to use - Jun-6 V is no different. From the minute you open it up, you'll be in familiar synthesis territory, from the simplicity of DCOs to the instant stereo glory of BBD chorus. Dial in a dynamite sound that's true to the original in no time.

To bring you the authentic Juno experience, Arturia even went to the lengths of offering different levels of analog voice dispersion. Subtle variations in condition and voltage sometimes meant that each voice was very slightly different, from filter cutoff to VCA envelope attack. Choose a level of analog drift to suit your taste - squeaky clean, rough around the edges, or somewhere in the middle.

Jun-6 V takes the classic arpeggiator formula back to basics, so you can instantly weave driving hypnotic patterns on the fly, just like the good old days. Put aside complex multi-mode arp algorithms - simplicity and musicality is the aim of the game.

There are filters, and there are filters. Jun-6 V perfectly emulates the simple yet refined sculpting capabilities of its '80s ancestor. Go for bubbling low-pass warmth, dynamic high-pass tension, or a combination of the two.

Jun-6 V represents the virtual rebirth of a classic; it doesn't end there though. Arturia expanded this polysynth icon with just enough extra modulation & FX tricks to enhance its sound without compromising its signature simplicity.

The Juno 6 was renowned for its simplicity. Meticulously-modeled DCOs (digitally controlled oscillators) kept everything in tune, with a dynamite blend of square, ramp, sub, and noise. Your sound was shaped by a simple but effective twin filter setup. Add an LFO, an ADSR envelope, and a 3-mode stereo chorus, and you've got yourself a Juno. Arturia took this familiar formula and cranked it up a few notches.

Enhanced expression, enhanced performance.

Jun-6 V is a hands-on, express-yourself kinda synthesizer, with an irresistible sound that begs to be played over and over - it doesn't end there though. Arturia expanded this polysynth icon with just enough extra modulation & FX tricks to enhance its sound without compromising its signature tactile simplicity.

Modwheel, Velocity & aftertouch.

With the Modwheel, tweak the LFO intensity for the DCO and/or VCF, or assign to a destination of your choice. Assign Velocity or AfterTouch to a modulation destination of your choice for dynamic movement that responds to every touch.

Expanded modulation.

One envelope has become two, and a second multi-waveform LFO has been added to the mix. The second ADSR envelope features two freely assignable destinations, as does LFO 2. Perfectly accessible modulation that adds just enough movement without detracting from Jun-6 V's hands-on playability.

Chord Mode.

Transform every note into a full-sounding chord, and choose from 12 voicings including your own custom voicing.

Bender & Unison.

Again, hardwired to the DCO and VCF for instant pitch bends and dynamic build-ups. Unison assigns multiple voices to a single note for condensed fatness, perfect for pumping bass arps or red-hot leads - choose your density and detune to taste.

Delay & Reverb.

On the FX front, you'll find some additional spacious reverb and delay. This simple addition takes Jun-6 V's unmistakably vintage sound and sets it up for contemporary application. Cinematic ambience, stadium-sized pop chords, and bouncing trap lead lines are all within reach.

Features:

• A next generation component-level model of the Roland Juno-6.
• State of the art analog Chorus reproduction.
• 3 Voice calibration states for true analog realism.
• Free-running phase oscillator with up to 36 voices of polyphony.
• Unison & Portamento.
• Voice detune control for analog pitch behavior.
• Arpeggiator.
• Customisable Chord mode.
• Performance optimised controls (Bender, Mod and assignable keyboard parameters).
• Extra LFO and Envelope for enhanced modulation capabilities.
• Built in modulable Delay and Reverb.
• Advanced Brightness, Timbre, Time and Movement macro controls.
• Built in tutorials.
• +180 factory presets.

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