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Vintage Roland D-550 Linear Synthesizer Rack (D-50 Engine) w/ Original - $450 (Gilbert)
Highly near Pecos
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Built in Japan, this is the exact rackmount counterpart to the iconic 1987 Roland D-50 keyboard. It features the identical, coveted Linear Arithmetic (LA) Synthesis engine that defined the sound of late-80s pop, cinematic soundscapes, and early 90s dance music. From glass voices and digital chimes to fat, lush ambient pads, this unit has incredible character that software emulations still struggle to fully replicate.
Key Features & Specs:
Sound Engine: Authentic 16-voice polyphonic Roland LA Synthesis engine.
Memory Expansion Included: Comes with an original vintage Roland PN-D50-00 Memory Card loaded with classic expansion patches ($70+ value on its own).
Interface: Front-panel patch banks, crisp control buttons, volume knob, and a dedicated headphone monitoring jack.
MIDI: Full MIDI In/Out/Thru connectivity for easy integration as an external sound module in your modern DAW setup or hardware synth rig.
Condition: Great cosmetic and excellent operational condition. The faceplate text is sharp, the button response is solid, and the rack ears are fully intact. Kept protected in a smoke-free, climate-controlled studio environment.