However, they can also be used to mute or trigger rhythm tracks, samples and recorded parts.Įven when you’re using the Juno-DS in its default mode, these pads act as a volume preview, lighting up in increments to indicate how loud you’re playing. These look like typical drum pads at first, and they can indeed be used to trigger audio samples such as drum hits. Though, I will say that navigating through effects with a lot of parameters is a bit complicated (but by no means impossible, or even necessary).įinally, the third section is the Phrase Pad section, which is utilized to great effect. The screen itself is quite large and shows all the information you’d need whilst performing without feeling overly crowded.Ĭombined with Roland’s experience in user-interface design, I’d say most people won’t have any trouble using the Juno-DS, even without the manual. The large encoder knob is precise, and you also have the necessary arrow keys to navigate through the menus.

The second section is where the backlit LCD screen and patch selection happens. People with larger fingers might find it hard to turn knobs all the way in a single go. Mainly, I feel that the faders and knobs are a bit too close together. While I do like how all the necessary controls are grouped together in a way that makes sense, I do have some gripes. The first section is the knob and fader section, which allows you to modify basic parameters involved in sound design. The keyboard is primarily split into three main sections, and the layout makes sense once you get used to it. The same precise, tactile feel is also present in the large encoder knob and the square drum pads. On the other hand, the knobs and faders are great, and have a nice bit of resistance to enable precise parameter changes.

I feel that the buttons are a little bit too loud and clicky, but that’s down to personal preference. The Juno-DS’s controls are primarily buttons, knobs and faders.

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