Although it was originally released as a MIDI expander module, the MT-32 started a revolution in PC gaming sound.
The MT-32 uses Linear Arithmetic (LA) synthesis for sound generation. Roland LA synthesizers using a similar sound engine are the D-5, D-10, D-20, D-50, D-70, D-110, and D-550. It was followed by the CM-32L, a less expensive module specifically designed for use with a computer. The MT-100 is a version that adds the PR-100 sequencer.
There are two versions of the MT-32. The first version has a high-noise DAC and a MIDI buffer overflow issue. The second version has a quieter DAC, fixes the buffer overflow, and adds a headphone jack and demo songs. The newer version starts at serial number 950500.
Used MT-32 units sell for more than would be expected for a low-end module due to the popularity of retro gaming setups. If you don't need to accurately reproduce game soundtracks, one of the D-series synthesizers (particularly the D-110) may be a better choice.
Year Released: 1987
MSRP: 550.00 USD
Polyphony: 32 notes
Multitimbral: 9 parts
Preset Patches: 128
Preset Drum Kits: 30
Effects: digital reverb
Screen: 20 character backlit LCD
Power Consumption: 9V, 650 mA
Dimensions: 305 mm x 220 mm x 45 mm
Weight: 1.5 kg
This is a tabletop module.
Roland MT-32 / Roland PRO-E Volume Knob Replacement Part ($9.95)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($249)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($307.62)
Roland MT-32 ($306.52)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($185.35)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($395.51)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($163.11)
User Tips, Drum Maps, Program Numbers Technical White Paper, Rare! ($37.95)
Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Synthesizer Module 1987 - 1992 - Black ($307.62)
Roland MT-32 Multi Timbre MIDI Sound Module ($269.99)
Roland D-110 U-110 MT-32 JV-880 MC-303 U20 - Battery Replacement Fix ($8.73)
Roland - D-110 U-110 MT-32 JV-880 MC-303 U20 U220 R-70 E-20 - Battery ($6.54)
Power Supply Replacement for ROLAND MT-32 SOUND MODULE ADAPTER 9V ($14.36)
Replacement Backup Battery-Roland Modules D-110 U-110 MT-32 JV-880 MC-303 ($9.49)
Roland MT-32 Version "blue ridge" enchanced 1.0.7 firmware O.S update EPROM MT32 ($20.82)
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