Los Angeles, Calif. (MuseWire — Roland Corporation is pleased to announce today the release of version 1.30 update for the Fantom-G workstations. This free download adds new content and enhancements to the Fantom-G, including new rhythm patterns, and a newly added Arpeggio Import Function.

The Fantom-G has redefined the boundaries of playability and creativity with its advanced sound engine, revolutionary ARX SuperNATURALâ„¢ expansion bay, jumbo-sized color LCD, powerful audio/MID recorder, and first-class 88-note weighted Ivory Feel (Fantom-G8) and synth-action (Fantom-G7 and Fantom-G6) keys.

The release of version 1.30 adds a number of new innovative features to the Fantom-G operating system:

•Arpeggio Import Function for creating user arpeggio styles
•Enhanced functionality, including independent tempo for Live and Studio modes
•New keyboard modes for RPS and Rhythm Patterns
•New real-time control of multiple sounds at once
•Hundreds of new rhythm patterns and RPS phrases
•New piano patches, Live Sets, and Studio Sets.

“Version 1.30 marries the Fantom-G's newly included library of content with the Fantom-G's Live Sets, Studio Sets, and Dynamic Pads,” says Product Manager Vince Laduca. “The new Arpeggio Import Function, coupled with the Fantom-G's world-class sound set, enables end users an open platform for creating realistic styles and phrases for any type of music.”

To download version 1.30 for the Fantom-G Series, please visit:

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