In addition, the GW-8’s Center Cancel function can minimize main vocals from pre-recorded songs, great for karaoke-style performances or music practice. One of Roland’s most popular new features is built into the GW-8: the multi-format Song Player that allows song data to be played directly from USB Flash memory (accepts MP3. Each backing style has four intros, four main patterns, and four ending progressions for you to craft your own arrangements live. In addition to the excellent library of contemporary sounds and styles, the GW-8 is equipped with ethnic instrument sounds and authentic regional musical styles, with special focus on Latin American genres. The GW-8 is packed with a huge collection of styles representing a broad range of music genres, from contemporary rock, pop, dance, jazz and beyond.
The GW-8 is perfect for live entertainers who play multiple roles in their performances. In addition to its authentic sound set, the GW-8 is equipped with many user-friendly controls, such as the expressive D BEAM and the Analog Modify knob, which allows instant adjustments of sounds to suit your taste. The GW-8 comes loaded with hundreds of the freshest and most essential sounds taken from Roland’s top workstations. With Roland’s world-leading sound technology at its core, the GW-8 rivals any workstation on the planet with its rich, expressive sound. Edit SMF files and save them as new songs (New on Version 2.0)įlagship Sound Engine with Easy User Interface.Create multi-track rhythms for a complex drums/percussion ensemble (New on Version 2.0).The NTA (Note to Arranger) function allows hands-free control of the arranger engine from external MIDI gear such as Roland’s PK-5A MIDI pedal (sold separately) and Roland V-Accordions (New on Version 2.0).New preset Styles added to Version 2 (New on Version 2.0).Style Composer to create and customize Styles (New on Version 2.0).
Style Converter and Playlist Editor software included.
Newly-designed graphical display, plus Style Select button, Analog Modify knob and D-BEAM.WAV, AIFF and SMF files from USB key Center Cancel feature for audio files enables karaoke-style sing-along USB Memory Player feature allows direct playback of MP3.
It’s especially well-suited for “one-man-band” performance. With its fresh, contemporary sound-set and expressive interactive musical styles from pop to rock, plus authentic ethnic styles and a multi-format USB Memory Player feature, the GW-8 will bring a world of music to your fingertips. The GW-8 is the next generation of Roland’s unique GW-Series workstations with intelligent backing-track functionality.