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+1 AS. I think the potential value of integrating the FA with an Integra-7 overcomes some of the FA weaknesses that include exclusion of many important SN Acoustic sounds and 128 voice limit (also a potential weakness in the Integra). This is why I am optimistic that Roland will enable FA 16 MIDI Sequencing with MIDI TX Program Change capability. Fingers crossed.

Thanks for the update Tony. So much for Roland's product focus for the FA series workstation, "...reimagines the music workstation...effortless real-time power, ultra-fast workflow, and maximum versatility." With the lack of external MIDI program change capability, the FA series has neither effortless power, ultra-fast workflow nor maximum flexibility. With no MIDI PC TX, how would you integrate the FA 16 track MIDI sequencer with external sounds in your existing gear or with the Roland Integra's 6000+ tones????? REALLY BIG OOOPS Mr. Product Manager

So far there's not much clear information other than it has 16 MIDI Tracks. And the DAW remote control features allow the FA "to communicate with your computer via USB, letting you use the keyboard and knobs to send MIDI data to your DAW for playing software synths, controlling plug-in effects, and more." That said, I'd wait for the details in the FA Op Manual, Parameter Guide and MIDI Spec.

In the Andertons demo video, Gareth from Roland UK mentions that the FA has 512 User Studio Sets--see link & video at 23:10. This is far better than the Integra's 64 User Studio Sets. This should handle most needs and is good news...

To be fair, in Keyboard's video demo (Part I at 1:09), dB specifically says the FA does NOT have all of the Integra 7 sounds. BTW...thanks to and great job by dB!

Thanks BB...read this excellent highlight/review but it is easily lost in the NAMM thread. Good to have it here too. +1000 that the FA06/08 is "a very competitive board in this price range." The FA trade-offs/limitations don't stop this board from being a very cost-effective, expandable and versatile road workhorse that can integrate well in the studio.

Some of the Ed Diaz NAMM demos also mentioned the upcoming SRX expansion libraries for the two FA virtual expansion slots. Has anyone heard or asked if the FA virtual slots will have SN expansion libraries as well (including some or portions of the existing Integra 7 SN expansion titles)? Thanks, C ****************************************** From the Integra 7 Expansion specification summary: Expansion SuperNATURAL Sounds (6 titles) ExSN1 Ethnic ExSN2 Wood Winds ExSN3 Session ExSN4 A.Guitar ExSN5 Brass ExSN6 SFX Expansion Hi-Quality PCM Sounds (1 title) ExPCM HQ GM2 + HQ PCM Sound Collection * The SRX Series and the Expansion SuperNATURAL Sounds use one virtual slot per title. * The Expansion Hi-Quality PCM Sounds use all four virtual slots

On the Sequencer Edit Screen there is a Tone Select column for each of the 16 parts which defines the part's Program Number. You would think that the FA can also send this out over MIDI, say to work with the Integra 7 and its 7000+ tones/sounds. Let's hope the TX of MIDI MSB/LSB program changes is possible. ...and thanks for asking the Roland Rep for the clarification!

Four FA06/08 SoundCloud demos at: #4 Final Answer shows Jazz context...those SN electric guitars and SN Brass in the Integra 7 sure would be nice to add, but those do not seem to appear in the FA deck of cards. That said...these demos sound pretty good

Hi Tony...are you sure about no MIDI TX???? See FA06/08 Specifications summary which indicates 16 parts and 16 MIDI Sequencer tracks. The sequencer screen shot shows 16 sequencer parts/MIDI channels. http://www.roland.com/products/en/FA-08/ BTW...I didn't see anything about this new MIDI condom feature . Regards, C

For inquiring minds....here is a link to the Roland FA06/08 website with some nice screen shots (18) of the FA series display/interface including FX routing, Sequencer, Sample Edit, TW Organ Edit, SN Piano Edit. Some screens are placed in the background and are partially obstructed but you can get the idea... http://www.roland.com/synth/fa/ Scroll down to see the Fa display screen shots...