Roland FANTOM-06 Synthesizer Keyboard Workstation – 61 Keys

Quick Product Summary

The Roland FANTOM-06 is a powerful 61-note synthesizer workstation that brings the sound engines, creative workflow and performance features of Roland's flagship FANTOM series into a compact instrument weighing just 6kg.

Its responsive synth-action keyboard is paired with ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL and Virtual ToneWheel Organ technologies, providing more than 3,500 tones and over 90 drum kits. A 5.5-inch colour touchscreen, 16-zone architecture, sampling, clip-based sequencing, RGB performance pads, vocoder and extensive computer integration make the FANTOM-06 a versatile instrument for stage, studio and songwriting.

What Makes the Roland FANTOM-06 Special?

The FANTOM-06 delivers an enormous range of sounds without sacrificing hands-on control. Its 16-zone architecture makes sophisticated splits and layers straightforward, while Scenes can store sounds, effects, patterns and controller configurations as complete performance setups. ZEN-Core synthesis sits alongside expressive SuperNATURAL acoustic instruments, pianos and electric pianos, plus Roland's Virtual ToneWheel Organ engine.

Production tools are equally extensive. The onboard sequencer supports realtime, step and TR-REC programming, while keyboard multisampling and a 16-pad sampler let you incorporate your own sounds. Multi-channel USB audio/MIDI, dedicated DAW integration and an onboard vocoder further extend the FANTOM-06 beyond a conventional performance synthesizer.

Who Is It For?

The Roland FANTOM-06 is ideal for gigging keyboard players, synthesizer performers, producers, songwriters, composers and electronic musicians who need a powerful workstation in a compact format.

Its 6kg weight makes it especially attractive for regular live use and touring, while the 16-zone architecture and extensive MIDI capabilities allow it to function as the central controller for sophisticated stage and studio setups.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Instrument Type	Synthesizer keyboard workstation
Keyboard	61-note synth action
Sound Engines	ZEN-Core / SuperNATURAL / VTW Organ
Tones	3,500+
Drum Kits	90+
Zones	16 internal/external
Display	5.5-inch colour touchscreen
Pads	16 RGB performance pads
Sequencer	16-track Pattern / Step / TR-REC
Weight	Approx. 6kg

Condition Overview

Condition: New

Brand-new Roland FANTOM-06 61-Key Synthesizer Keyboard Workstation.

What’s Included?

• Roland FANTOM-06 Synthesizer Keyboard Workstation

• Owner's Manual

Keyboard stand, sustain pedal, expression pedal and headphones are not included.

No power supply is included.

Technical Specifications

Keyboard

Number of Keys: 61
Action: Synth action
Velocity Sensitive: Yes

The newly designed 61-note keyboard provides a fast, responsive playing feel suited to synth leads, organ parts, pads, basses and general performance duties.

Sound Generator

Sound technologies include:

• ZEN-Core

• SuperNATURAL Acoustic

• SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano

• SuperNATURAL Electric Piano

• Virtual ToneWheel Organ

• Support for compatible Model Expansions

Expansion Support

Compatible expansion formats include:

• EXZ Series

• EXSN Series

• EXM Series

Compatible expansion content can be loaded into the instrument from Roland Cloud using USB storage.

Tones

Preset Tones: 3,500+
Drum Kits: 90+

The FANTOM-06 provides sounds covering:

• Acoustic and electric pianos

• Organs

• Synth leads

• Pads

• Basses

• Strings

• Brass

• Orchestral instruments

• Drums and percussion

• Contemporary electronic sounds

Zones

Total Zones: 16 internal/external

Zones can be used to create:

• Splits

• Layers

• Multi-instrument performances

• External MIDI configurations

• Software instrument setups

• Complex live keyboard rigs

Scenes

Scenes: 128 x 4 banks

Scenes store complete setups including sounds, zones, effects, patterns and performance settings.

Tone Remain

Supported Zones: Up to 8

Compatible sounds can continue naturally when changing Scenes with Scene Remain enabled rather than being abruptly cut off.

Scene Chain

• Up to 512 Scenes per Chain Set

• 100 Chain Sets

• 36 markers per Chain Set

Scene Chain is particularly useful for arranging complete keyboard setups in performance order.

Display

Display: 5.5-inch colour touchscreen
Resolution: 1280 x 720

The touchscreen provides direct access to sound selection, mixing, sequencing, sampling, effects and instrument settings.

Performance Controllers

• Pitch Bend / Modulation lever

• 2 x assignable switches

• 8 x control knobs

• 8 x sliders

• 2 x control wheels

• 6 x function knobs

• 2 x Sound Modify knobs

• 16 RGB performance pads

Performance Pads

The 4 x 4 RGB pad matrix can handle functions including:

• Sample triggering

• Note triggering

• DAW control

• Zone mute

• Zone solo

• Rhythm patterns

• Pattern triggering

• Variations

• Group playback

Pattern Sequencer

MIDI Tracks: 16
Groups: 16
Patterns: 8 per track
Maximum Pattern Length: 64 measures

Recording methods include:

• Realtime recording

• Step recording

• TR-REC

Editing facilities include:

• Piano Roll editing

• Touch editing

• Automation

• Microscope editing

SMF Player

Supports:

• Standard MIDI File Format 0

• Standard MIDI File Format 1

• 16 MIDI tracks

• Tempo range of 5–300 BPM

• Track mute

• Track solo

• A/B looping

Keyboard Multisampling

Compatible Formats:

• WAV

• AIFF

• 16-bit / 24-bit

• 44.1kHz / 48kHz

Maximum Samples: 2,048
Maximum Multisamples: 128
Maximum Individual Sample Time: Approx. 2 minutes 44 seconds

Imported material can be mapped across the keyboard and incorporated into compatible ZEN-Core tones.

Pad Sampling

Pads: 16
Banks: 4
Maximum Polyphony: 8 voices
Maximum Individual Sampling Time: Approx. 60 minutes

Approximately 2GB of storage is available for pad samples and imported audio.

Internal File Storage

Capacity: Approx. 2GB

Vocoder

The FANTOM-06 includes an onboard vocoder with:

Bands:

• 13

• 20

• 32

Modes:

• Mono

• Stereo

Preset Settings: 10
User Settings: 20

The dedicated microphone input allows vocals to be combined with synthesizer sounds for electronic and creative vocal effects.

Effects

The extensive processing system includes:

• 16 Multi-Effects systems

• 90 Multi-Effects types

• 16 Part EQ systems

• 6 Drum Part compressors

• 2 Insert Effects systems

• 90 Insert Effect types

• TFX

• Input MFX

• 9 Chorus types

• 7 Reverb types

• Master Compressor

• Input Reverb

• Input EQ

Additional Performance Functions

• Rhythm Patterns

• Arpeggiator

• Chord Memory

• Motional Pad

• Scene Chain

• Tone Remain

USB Audio Interface

Maximum Resolution: 24-bit / 96kHz

USB audio supports:

• 16 stereo recording channels

• 2 stereo playback channels

This allows extensive audio routing between the FANTOM-06 and compatible computer recording software.

DAW Integration

Dedicated integration is available for compatible versions of:

• Logic Pro

• MainStage

• Ableton Live

The touchscreen, pads, sliders and knobs can be incorporated into computer-based production workflows.

Audio Inputs

• Microphone Input – 1/4-inch TRS

• Line Input L/Mono – 1/4-inch

• Line Input R – 1/4-inch

Audio Outputs

• Main Out L/Mono – balanced 1/4-inch TRS

• Main Out R – balanced 1/4-inch TRS

• Sub Out L/Mono – 1/4-inch

• Sub Out R – 1/4-inch

• Stereo Sub Out / Phones – stereo mini

• Headphones – stereo 1/4-inch

MIDI

• MIDI In

• MIDI Out

Together with the 16-zone architecture, this allows the FANTOM-06 to control compatible external synthesizers, modules and other MIDI equipment.

Pedal Connections

• Hold

• Control 1

• Control 2

Compatible optional pedals include Roland DP-series switches, RPU-3 and EV-5 expression pedal.

USB Connections

• USB Computer – Audio/MIDI

• USB Memory

• External Device Port

Compatible Keyboard Stands

Compatible Roland stand options include:

• KS-11Z

• KS-13

• KS-20X

Dimensions

Width: 1,006mm
Depth: 323mm
Height: 95mm

Weight

Approx. 6.0kg

Power Requirements

Power Requirement: Compatible AC adaptor
Current Draw: Approx. 1,300mA

No power supply is included.

FAQs

How many keys does the Roland FANTOM-06 have?

The FANTOM-06 features 61 velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, providing a responsive playing feel in a compact and portable format.

Are the FANTOM-06 keys weighted?

No. The FANTOM-06 uses synth-action keys rather than hammer-action piano keys. Players wanting weighted action should consider the 88-note FANTOM-08.

How many sounds does the FANTOM-06 include?

It provides more than 3,500 tones and over 90 drum kits, covering acoustic instruments, synthesizers, pianos, organs, drums and electronic sounds.

Does it use the ZEN-Core sound engine?

Yes. ZEN-Core forms a major part of the FANTOM-06 sound architecture alongside SuperNATURAL technologies and the Virtual ToneWheel Organ engine.

Can I split and layer sounds?

Yes. Its 16-zone architecture allows extensive layering and keyboard splits, including combinations of internal sounds and external MIDI equipment.

Does the FANTOM-06 have a sequencer?

Yes. It includes a 16-track pattern sequencer with realtime recording, step recording and Roland's TR-REC programming method.

Can I load my own samples?

Yes. Both keyboard multisampling and pad sampling are supported, allowing compatible WAV and AIFF files to become part of your sounds and performances.

Does it have performance pads?

Yes. The FANTOM-06 provides 16 RGB pads for samples, notes, patterns, DAW control and numerous other functions.

Does the FANTOM-06 have a vocoder?

Yes. Its onboard vocoder works with the dedicated microphone input and offers 13-, 20- and 32-band configurations.

Can I connect a microphone?

Yes. A dedicated 1/4-inch TRS microphone input is provided.

Can I use the FANTOM-06 as a USB audio interface?

Yes. It supports multi-channel USB audio at up to 24-bit/96kHz, alongside USB MIDI communication.

Does it integrate with DAW software?

Yes. Dedicated control integration is available for compatible versions of Logic Pro, MainStage and Ableton Live.

Can I control external synthesizers?

Yes. MIDI In/Out and the 16 internal/external zones make the FANTOM-06 a powerful controller for larger hardware and software setups.

Can the sounds be expanded?

Yes. Compatible Model Expansions, Wave Expansions, Sound Packs and Sample Packs are available through Roland Cloud.

How does the FANTOM-06 differ from the FANTOM-07?

The core sound engines, controls and connectivity are the same. The main difference is the keyboard: the FANTOM-06 has 61 keys and weighs approximately 6kg, while the FANTOM-07 expands the playing range to 76 keys.

How does the FANTOM-06 differ from the FANTOM-08?

The FANTOM-08 uses an 88-note PHA-4 Standard weighted keyboard, making it more piano-focused. The FANTOM-06 uses a lighter 61-note synth-action keyboard and is considerably easier to transport.

Is the FANTOM-06 suitable for gigging?

Yes. Its combination of extensive performance capabilities and a weight of only 6kg makes it particularly attractive for musicians who regularly transport their equipment.

Is a sustain pedal included?

No. A sustain pedal is not included and can be purchased separately.

Is a power supply included?

No. A power supply is not included.

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