Roland JX-1

The Roland JX-1 is a digital performance synthesizer manufactured by Roland Corporation. Released in 1991, the JX-1 is designed as an entry-level keyboard that emphasizes straightforward operation with a minimalistic control interface, suitable for beginners and performers who prefer a simple setup. This synthesizer was part of Roland's shift towards more accessible instruments during a period when synthesizers were becoming increasingly complex. The JX-1 features a distinctive design, including a 61-key velocity-sensitive keyboard without aftertouch and a physical layout that omits a display screen, focusing instead on direct control via buttons and sliders.