Kompose Audio have released Glowtone Keys, available for $6.00.
Glowtone Keys is a beautifully warm, nostalgic Soundbox instrument captured from the iconic Piano 1 preset of the Roland JX-8P. This isn’t just a sampled sound – it’s a captured moment in time. A tone that instantly transports you back to the golden era of 80s pop, film soundtracks, and late-night studio sessions where simplicity and emotion came first.
At its heart, Glowtone Keys is about feel. That unmistakable softness. The gentle attack. The warm, slightly chorused character that sits perfectly between an electric piano and a synth. It’s the kind of sound you don’t analyse – you just play. The kind that makes you lose half an hour without even noticing.
Released in the mid-1980s, the Roland JX-8P became known for its rich analog tones and lush, expressive presets, powered by digitally controlled oscillators and that signature Roland chorus. The Piano 1 preset is one of its hidden gems – subtle, emotive, and effortlessly musical. It’s a sound that quietly found its way into countless productions of the era, blending beautifully into mixes while still carrying its own character.
Glowtone Keys captures that essence in a simple, playable form inside Soundbox. Load it, play a chord, and you’re there – warmth, nostalgia, and inspiration in an instant.
No complexity. No overthinking. Just a beautiful sound that invites you to play.
Glowtone Keys requires Soundbox 1.2.1 or later.
For more information on Glowtone Keys, click here:
NOTE: Some of the links you click on may be affiliated. Clicking and purchasing using these links helps support and fund The Beat Community. Thanks for your support.
