Low sound / erratic behaviour.(fantom s88)

What OS are you running? Can you tell more about this "low sound"? Is it in patch mode or performance?


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The unit does that in both patch and performance modes. In the performance mode the patch that is selected becomes affected and the balance of the unit operates normally. I am using version 1.08(not sure). I tried the latest upgrade and the unit reported an error in the file. It was downloaded from roland's website. It is a low rumbling sound an effect that is similar to the attack being set to the max.

Could you tell us more about the configuration you have? Any DIMM or SRX boards? Did it start happening after some event, e.g. DIMM or SRX board installation or OS update?

BTW, if you want to upgrade read this: Fantom-SX-OS-update.html

Hi Artemio,

First, I would like to thank you for the interest shown to date. It is comforting to have you guys and I hope roland can improve on customer service and post sales rep. My unit has never been tampered with. It's still in it's original state. Apart from tweaking sounds to taste.

Ironically I used it on Saturday without a hiccup. It worked like a dream. Which has left me baffled. I can now assume that something may be loose or some hardware issue.

I know how to update the unit and what troubles me is the fact that it says the update has an error. On the issue of hardware the first knob on the board from the left, feels kinda funny. I will try again though.

I hope this unit does not give way . Presently I have an xp80 on stand by for the occasion when it fails. It is not the same thing. I may have to get a new keyboard as I have very little confidence in this unit now. Is the fantom x more reliable?

I have the Mv8000(version3.00). Xp80/ Xp50 / Roland digital monitors. The point being I stayed roland for compatibility and still have the original vs880 digital recorder. We are down for touring this summer and bringing additional stuff is not an option. Most of my sounds have been done for the fantom. Therefore I would be willing to purchase a used x 88/76 reliable for touring.

There are no repair centres in my country. Shipping to Miami is $350.00 US and there are no guarantees. I'd rather buy a new unit.

hi BigRed,
i'm 99.9% sure that your issue is with ground loops. connect your Fantom S to some other socket in your home and see if it produces the same sound.

also, try to use a surge protecter/UPS if you have one. one final thing : before switching on your Fantom S, switch OFF ALL the electrical appliances in your home (including Fan,etc.) and see if the noise is there.

i had the same problem months ago, and i somehow solved it by plugging my Fantom S into another socket.

Sambasevam.S

if it were a hardware issue, i'd imagine u'd have the problem all the time. in your case, u said it worked flawlessly once, so, i think thats not the problem. so, dont worry about this.

good luck!

Sambasevam.S