D-50

The deal

$49 at Plugin Boutique (down from $149). No coupon needed. Sale ends May 31, 2026.

What it is

The Roland D-50 is a software recreation of the iconic 1987 hardware synthesizer that defined the sound of late-80s pop, film scores, and ambient music. It uses LA (Linear Arithmetic) synthesis - a hybrid approach combining sampled attack transients with digitally synthesized sustain tones - to recreate the original's lush pads, crystalline bells, and atmospheric textures. Built with Digital Circuit Behavior modeling, it captures the sonic character of the original hardware down to its characteristic warmth and digital shimmer.

Who it's for

Producers making cinematic, ambient, pop, or lo-fi music who want authentic 80s keyboard sounds without sourcing vintage hardware. It's also a natural fit for composers who rely on lush pads, choir textures, and the shimmering bell tones that made the D-50 a studio staple for decades.

Key features

• Includes the virtual PG-1000 programmer interface for deep patch editing
• Comes loaded with all original factory presets plus additional waveforms not found on the hardware
• Supports SysEx patch import from original D-50 or D-05 hardware units
• Compatible with VST3, AU, and AAX on Windows 10/11 and macOS 11+