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Roland JP-8000 Emulation by DJ Sunborn
Version 2.2

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VERSION 2.2 UPDATE:

* NKS Version: Ensemble is now fully NKS compatible, for use in Maschine and Komplete Kontrol, with an updated custom template and a fully reworked mapping, which has been applied on each preset. It is now appears as an individual instrument under Native Instruments, with its own graphics and resources (NKS previews by Kymeia).

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VERSION 2.1 UPDATE:

* Fixed a bug in Trancegate, causing the instrument to "randomize" settings when clicking Trancegate on and off.

* Fixed Ribbon Controller's IC sends (X connected to Filter Cutoff and Y to Filter Resonance).

* All presets are now separated to 8 different banks, according to their types. Few more presets added.

* Midi assignments removed, so you can assign your own.

* Includes template to control the synth with Maschine or Komplete Kontrol

* Minor improvements

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VERSION 2 NEW FEATURES & UPDATES:

Most parts of the instrument has been re-worked and updated from Primary to Core architecture. Some parts re-arranged. Partially re-designed graphics (modulators backgrounds, knob values, envelopes, texts etc.). Smaller size (15,3 MB) and various improvements to reduce CPU use.

* Main Oscillator:
Quad-Supersaw re-designed from scratch in Core mode
Replaced with Core modules (Triangle, Noise, Sine, Square, Saw)
NEW FEATURE: Feedback Oscillator added

* Secondary Oscillator:
Fully re-worked and combined in Core mode (Saw, Sine, Square, Triangle)
NEW FEATURE: Formant Oscillator added

* Secondary LFO updated to Core mode. Random LFO fixed and working fine now

* Stereo Spread & Pitch Spread fixed and working fine!

* Filters:
Re-worked and updated from Mono to Stereo (still in Primary mode)
(Moog 4P-LP, 2P-LP and 2P-HP types)
NEW FEATURE: 4P-BL and NOTCH types added

* Sequencer: Updated and re-worked. Now it works in full midi mode, no need to use play button anymore. Version 1 Sequencer, based on Notenspieler ensemble, has been completely removed

* FX: Stereo EQ and Chorus re-worked & re-designed in Core mode

* Main Stereo Output: Re-worked in Core mode (including Limiter & DC Blocking)

* NEW FEATURE: Real Arpeggiator

* NEW FEATURE: Trancegate!

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VERSION 1 FEATURES (not updated):
* 5-Octave interactive Keyboard with voice & pitch spread, velocity, aftertouch
* Poly, Mono, Legato modes
* Amp, Filter & Pitch Envelopes
* Primary LFO
* Ribbon Controller witch controls the Filter Cutoff and Resonance
* FX (Delay)

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NOTES:
* Presets (snapshots) updated to match the new features, however only 2 new presets added. On next version, I will be totally focused on sound design!
* On most parts you can use Sequencer, OSC1, LFO or Filter Envelope as Modulators.

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CREDITS:
* Arpeggiator module taken (and slightly reworked) from AmbieGarde 4.2 ensemble, by Paule: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/reaktor-community/reaktor-user-library/entry/show/11839/

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FAIR USE:
Feel free to use it as you like, to improve it by yourself or to use parts of it where ever you like, however as long as you use it as is, please do not remove author info. If you like, you can make a small donation of your choice, here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=L4CYAUHGX7LPW

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DISCLAIMER:
This is NOT an official emulation of JP-8000 by Roland, but rather something beyond, which however is based on the JP-8000 principles. This ensemble has been created for fun, inspirational and educational purposes. Original trademark and copyright ©1996 by Roland.