1000% Price Increase for SDZ Sound Packs?

pianoman41 wrote:

For hardware versions of the SDZ packs, the two newest (SDZ101 and SDZ102) are listed at $9.99 for a lifetime key through RC. Previous sound packs were $0.99 for a lifetime key. Granted, these new packs have twice the number of patches as the previous SDZ packs (32 vs 16), but a 10X price increase is just simple greed. I've bought every one available up to this point but I won't be buying any more if this is the future...........

Hi, pianoman41! Brian from Roland Cloud here. Our first series of 100 Sound Packs have enjoyed low, introductory pricing following the initial launch of our ZEN-Core Synthesis System. This new series of Sound Packs goes further, offering double the content of the original series with 32 expertly crafted tones at competitive pricing. Thanks! 😊

Brian, thanks for the response. Hopefully your marketing research supports your pricing strategy.

Yep i'm out too! It was fun and fair while it lasted.

I paid over 3,5k for a synth/workstation wich should be future proof. Hate it when 'marketing-greed' kicks in.

Same feeling here as a new Fantom owner :(

Didn't realize that buying an expensive Fantom 7 would open the door to some DLC hell straight out of mobile gaming. Bitter experience...

Do they ever run Black Friday or Christmas promotions?

I'm actually of a different mindset in this case. I know that the Fantom boards are a steep price, but I don't expect a developer (and let's face it, Roland is a small target hardware and software developer) to provide me with expanded features for free. Updates, yes. But isn't the new sound packs, models, etc., an expansion of the system? Were they promised to be released at a later date when you bought your board? And didn't they make the first 100 of these sound packs free?

I've spent more than $200USD on VSTs in the past year, easily. For what Roland Clan provides you access to, the price seems a good deal - and with "core" you can't really go wrong. Plus you have the option to purchase a lot of that content directly rather than subscribe.

I don't know. I don't see it as greed. I do see it as Roland having to change their operating model, and good for them in driving in a new direction. Plus you have access to the new sounds now, (sort of) when they're ready - rather than having to wait for them to come out with a new board.

I don't like that everyone is wanting to pick my pocket every month - but I think the Roland Cloud is now a decent deal.

ommoran wrote:

- but I think the Roland Cloud is now a decent deal.

Brian...is that you? ;)

kitsune wrote:

ommoran wrote:

- but I think the Roland Cloud is now a decent deal.

Brian...is that you? ;)

Hi, kitsune! Brian from Roland Cloud here. I do use the Cloud and I'll tell you all about why I love it, but I prefer to stick to one account to do it. 😆

ommoran wrote:

And didn't they make the first 100 of these sound packs free?

ommoran, do you know how I can get access to these free Sound Packs as a new Fantom owner and new user of Roland Cloud?

motnaf wrote:

ommoran wrote:

And didn't they make the first 100 of these sound packs free?

ommoran, do you know how I can get access to these free Sound Packs as a new Fantom owner and new user of Roland Cloud?

I don't - yet. I'm getting my Fantom-06 tonight, so I will start to look around. However, Brian from Roland might be able to provide some insight?

ommoran wrote:

motnaf wrote:

ommoran wrote:

And didn't they make the first 100 of these sound packs free?

ommoran, do you know how I can get access to these free Sound Packs as a new Fantom owner and new user of Roland Cloud?

I don't - yet. I'm getting my Fantom-06 tonight, so I will start to look around. However, Brian from Roland might be able to provide some insight?

Hi, motif. Brian from Roland Cloud here. I can help with that. Here's how to get those free goodies for the FANTOM-0

Make sure you have installed Roland Cloud Manager (RCM) v2.6.5 or later. The newest version of RCM can be downloaded on the following page: https://www.rolandcloud.com/catalog/essentials/roland-cloud-manager

Open Roland Cloud Manager, then go to the Hardware page. Now, click on "Fantom 06/07/08"​ from the listed categories at the top of the Hardware page. 

The list below shows the free-to-download products for the Fantom-06/07/08. (Any other products require the purchase of a Lifetime Key before you can download them):

SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 1 for FANTOM-0
SuperNATURAL Electric Piano 1 for FANTOM-0
SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 2 for FANTOM-0
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SDZ004 Hyperwave for FANTOM-0
SDZ006 Lo-Fi Beats for FANTOM-0
SDZ021 New Romantic for FANTOM-0
SDZ027 Nu Sunset for FANTOM-0
SDZ034 Analog Bass for FANTOM-0
SDZ040 Analog Poly Synths for FANTOM-0
SDZ046 Vocal Injections for FANTOM-0
SDZ048 LA Synths for FANTOM-0
SDZ080 World Instruments 2 for FANTOM-0
SDZ084 Lush Plucks and Pads for FANTOM-0
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EXZ001 Stage Piano 1 for FANTOM-0
EXZ002 Stage Piano 2 for FANTOM-0
EXZ003 Session Drums for FANTOM-0
EXZ004 Power Drums for FANTOM-0
EXZ005 Studio Sounds for FANTOM-0
EXZ006 World Instruments for FANTOM-0
EXZ007 Orchestra for FANTOM-0
EXZ008 Vintage Keys for FANTOM-0
EXZ009 Symphonique Strings for FANTOM-0
EXZ010 Big Brass Ensemble for FANTOM-0
EXZ011 Classic EPs for FANTOM-0
EXZ012 Dance Trax for FANTOM-0
EXZ013 Concert Grand Piano for FANTOM-0
EXZ014 Complete Piano for FANTOM-0
EXZ015 Vintage Synth for FANTOM-0


Click on the thumbnail for the free product you would like to download and it will be highlighted by a blue box. Click the blue "Download" button to download the highlighted product to your computer.

Feel free to reach out anytime if you have questions. Thanks!