There is some magic happening in the upper frequencies on the 990 that hasn't been replicated in later Roland modules. Will never tire of listening to it. Those NK and Superluminal patches are a must - an excellent starting point for creating your own patches 🔥
@@aristotlekumpis7095 That's not magic, Just because vintage audio has better sound quality. People think that every time a new device is released, the sound quality will be better, but in fact it is just distortion, so the sound quality of new devices is getting worse and worse, making the sound unpleasant and uncomfortable.
These sounds are amazing, as they sound much warmer than the JV-series. Especially the pads are interesting and pleasant to the ears. Thank you for the demo 🙏
I own 3x JD990's since the mid 90's. They are the only synths I will never sell. No other (digital) synth can sound so lush and analog as the JD990. Grab one now because prices are rising and I expect them to be 2K+ within 3 years... [EDIT 2023] Those Nick Klimenko patches are top top !! (Bought them as well)
Agreed. I won't sell mine either. I also have the SagaMusix data card that holds like 1000 patches. But I might have to think about buying another JD-990 in case mine goes down.
I'm probably going to have to pass on the JD-990. Don't get me wrong, it sounds amazing, but at least at the moment, I'm not too fussed about Roland synths at the moment. I have been looking at an SY99, which I imagine most folks think won't sound as good as this JD, but just from reading its manual, I can see a ton of potential from it, both in retro and modern sounds, partly due to it having two filters per element. Idk it's cheaper from what I've seen and it's capable enough for what I'd like in my (admittedly small) collection
Aristotle great video! I'm fan of Roland - I'm using Roland XV-88. Still in great shape and recently used on my theme for Running Team HR Max and trailer for Heavyocity!
Correct. In the details, I stated that Chronos, or NK, designed those patches. They are not mine. You can buy them from Lfo.store. There are many videos out there that show the default presets. I wanted to show off how someone can get the best out of this synth.
How do you like the Integra? Do you use it for different types of music - or just for a different sound/color? I’m guessing it sounds quite ‘modern’, next to the 990 … ?
Thanks for asking. The Integra has some really cool sounds. All the SRX cards, which has a lot of neat sounds. Plus, Roland released a bunch of patches for the Integra. The strings still hold up. And all the synth sounds are good. I wish the filter was better though. If you are doing commercial work or playing live, there are tons of sounds in there.
Theres isn't anything better than great pads. And this module has some of the best pads I've heard! I wonder if I can get this for my Roland Fantom 06? Does anyone know?
@@smartti1970 Not sure. I haven't heard any of those sounds from the Fantom. But I assume they are pretty close sounding. I don't think it's possible to import JD990 files into the Fantom.
Some say JD800 is better, some JD990...probably a matter of taste I guess...got an xp50 but would love either one of those two...xp50 and JD/JV's are hard to program with all their menu diving, so in that sense the JD800 seems the better option.
This thing still sounds like the future
Yes it does. If you can find one at a good price, you need to buy it. It's crisp and can sound very analog too. Thanks.
There is some magic happening in the upper frequencies on the 990 that hasn't been replicated in later Roland modules. Will never tire of listening to it. Those NK and Superluminal patches are a must - an excellent starting point for creating your own patches 🔥
Agreed. It sounds magical. It is something that hardware has yet to be able to capture. Thanks for listening.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 That's not magic, Just because vintage audio has better sound quality.
People think that every time a new device is released, the sound quality will be better, but in fact it is just distortion, so the sound quality of new devices is getting worse and worse, making the sound unpleasant and uncomfortable.
Along with the JD-800, these are the only two to have 44.1khz samples, the others had 32khz. That could be the reason!
These sounds are amazing, as they sound much warmer than the JV-series. Especially the pads are interesting and pleasant to the ears. Thank you for the demo 🙏
its so beautiful and amazing, its like the epitome of 90s but also still timeless
C 26 and C 27 absolute bliss! Ideal for that 90s Drum n Bass!
Yes! Thanks for listening.
13:06 I really love that low end
Nice job! Enjoyable and entertaining. Do another video.
Thank you. I think I will do another one!
Fat sweeper is almost definitely the first part of the PlayStation 1 startup noise
For sure! The JD-990 has been used all over the place. Still sounds great.
close, PS1 is the D-50 preset Spacious Sweep and another D-50 preset, but 990 fat sweeper and the chimes of winds of change could get close enough
C14 PERCUSSION WOOD nice
Indeed. These sounds are still very useful in today's music. Thanks.
Awesome!
Thanks!
I own 3x JD990's since the mid 90's. They are the only synths I will never sell. No other (digital) synth can sound so lush and analog as the JD990. Grab one now because prices are rising and I expect them to be 2K+ within 3 years... [EDIT 2023] Those Nick Klimenko patches are top top !! (Bought them as well)
Agreed. I won't sell mine either. I also have the SagaMusix data card that holds like 1000 patches. But I might have to think about buying another JD-990 in case mine goes down.
I'm probably going to have to pass on the JD-990. Don't get me wrong, it sounds amazing, but at least at the moment, I'm not too fussed about Roland synths at the moment. I have been looking at an SY99, which I imagine most folks think won't sound as good as this JD, but just from reading its manual, I can see a ton of potential from it, both in retro and modern sounds, partly due to it having two filters per element. Idk it's cheaper from what I've seen and it's capable enough for what I'd like in my (admittedly small) collection
@@autumnbrushtailI've heard the Yamaha SY-77 is really, really good too.
@@lundsweden that or a TG77 might have to suffice as the prices of SY99s are getting a bit ridiculous as of late
Best JD990 demo!
Aristotle great video! I'm fan of Roland - I'm using Roland XV-88. Still in great shape and recently used on my theme for Running Team HR Max and trailer for Heavyocity!
Very neat. I love the old Roland sounds. I also have the 1080, 5080, and Integra. They still have useful sounds.
I have a JD-800 and a JV-1080, but this is what I covet. Ideally, to use my JD as a controller.
Great job! Great sounds!
The patches played in this video don’t seem the default ones inside the JD-990. Perhaps that NK are the initials of the programmer…
Correct. In the details, I stated that Chronos, or NK, designed those patches. They are not mine. You can buy them from Lfo.store. There are many videos out there that show the default presets. I wanted to show off how someone can get the best out of this synth.
NK = Nick Klimenko
25:42 Sirens Wind probably is my favorite.
Thanks for listening! I loved your Morpheus demos by the way.
I had one for a few years and regret that I ever sold it.
Now they are hard to find or expensive
@@aristotlekumpis7095 Yes. If I had only known.
amazing new upload my friend 😃😃👍👍🎶🎶✨✨!! wish you a great monday and a happy week 🙏🙏🙋♂️🌄🌄
Thank you!
How do you like the Integra? Do you use it for different types of music - or just for a different sound/color? I’m guessing it sounds quite ‘modern’, next to the 990 … ?
Thanks for asking. The Integra has some really cool sounds. All the SRX cards, which has a lot of neat sounds. Plus, Roland released a bunch of patches for the Integra. The strings still hold up. And all the synth sounds are good. I wish the filter was better though. If you are doing commercial work or playing live, there are tons of sounds in there.
Theres isn't anything better than great pads. And this module has some of the best pads I've heard! I wonder if I can get this for my Roland Fantom 06? Does anyone know?
Thank you. You might have to end up buying a JD990. I don't think any of the new Roland gear can get close to these sounds.
@aristotlekumpis7095 Thanks for the info and that was a great video. Looking forward to some more videos!
@@aristotlekumpis7095 what about the Jd800 you can get on board of the Roland Fantom, which the 990 gets it's sounds from ?
@@smartti1970 Not sure. I haven't heard any of those sounds from the Fantom. But I assume they are pretty close sounding. I don't think it's possible to import JD990 files into the Fantom.
Nice Sounds! Where is the patch "Balearic Haze" from?
I would need to dig around. It's not a factory preset though.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 I suspect it's from the Soundsauca preset library...
@@aristotlekumpis7095 I suspect it's from the Soundsauca preset library...
@@tokyomasquer I think you are correct!
Damn, it sounds good, like a Virus Ti
Some say JD800 is better, some JD990...probably a matter of taste I guess...got an xp50 but would love either one of those two...xp50 and JD/JV's are hard to program with all their menu diving, so in that sense the JD800 seems the better option.
Have to agree. But most people don't have the space for the JD-800. That's why I opted for the JD-990.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 yeah it's huge and heavy 🥳
💜🥃👍
Thanks.
Is that buzzing static noise coming from the jd? 😯
Yes. If you read the description, I mentioned there is a noise on the outputs. But I fixed it for part 2. Thanks.
@@aristotlekumpis7095 How did you fix the buzzing noise coming from the JD?
@@MeneTekelUpharsin It turns out it was just some bad audio cables. It wasn’t the JD thank god.
Fav 2:57. 14:37
Is me only the one hearing deep noise😢?
ひどいノイズ
That electric noise ruins the video
Yeah, this first part had cables that had a small hum. But the second part did not.