JV Waves by Cluster Sound
RAW WAVEFORMS FROM THE MOST RECORDED MODULE IN HISTORY
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The raw power of the Roland JV-1080 awaits. Used on more '90s recordings than any other module, these meticulously remastered waveforms bring you the essential building blocks behind Hardfloor, 808 State, Roni Size, and Hans Zimmer.
Inside you'll find:
- 66 waveforms in Kontakt's Primus synthesizer
- 76 Instrument Racks for Ableton Live with macro controls
- Legendary synth DNA: TB-303, Minimoog, Juno-60, Jupiter-4, SH-101, Prophet VS
- Classic keyboards: Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric pianos
- Factory waves plus Vintage Synth, Techno Collection, and Pop expansion boards
- Device preview playback and direct Packs installation (Ableton version)
- Compatible with Kontakt 5.8+ and Ableton Live 11+
Not finished presets. Raw waveforms. Infinite possibilities.
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| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 11 Standard, Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 11 Suite, Ableton Live 12 Standard, Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite |
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| Min. Requirements | Ableton Live 11 Standard, Kontakt : Version 5.8 or higher |
| OS | Mac, Windows |
PRICE: £16.00
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Presented in meticulously crafted Instrument Racks, these raw waves become the starting point for limitless sonic exploration. The power here isn't nostalgia; it's potential. By layering, filtering, and modulating these fundamental tones within Ableton's environment, you can build complex, modern textures that carry a hint of that classic digital signature. For the producer who sees a synthesizer's raw oscillator as a blank canvas, JV Waves is an absolutely essential and deeply inspiring toolkit.
JV Waves by Cluster Sound
The Foundation of ’90s Sound
The Roland JV-1080 wasn’t just another synthesizer—it was the studio secret behind countless hit records throughout the 1990s. From Hardfloor’s acid techno to 808 State’s electronic innovation, from Roni Size’s drum and bass revolution to Hans Zimmer’s cinematic scores, the JV-1080 delivered sounds that defined an era.
What made it special? Raw waveforms. The JV-1080’s Sample+Synthesis architecture relied on meticulously sampled waveforms processed by a powerful 32-bit RISC processor. These weren’t finished presets—they were building blocks. Fat analog emulations, pristine acoustic samples, and unique digital textures that became the starting point for infinite sonic possibilities.
Expanded Sonic Palette
JV Waves goes beyond the factory sounds. This collection draws from the original JV-1080 waveforms plus three essential expansion boards: Vintage Synth, Techno Collection, and Pop. The result? A massive library of classic synthesizer DNA.
Legendary analog machines come alive through these waveforms: the squelchy bite of the TB-303, the fat bottom end of the Minimoog, the lush chorus of the Juno-60, the punchy character of the Jupiter-4 and SH-101. The Alpha Juno’s distinctive warmth. The Oberheim OB’s rich harmonics. The Korg Poly-700’s unique digital-analog hybrid tone. The Prophet VS’s vector synthesis textures.
Beyond synths, you’ll find keyboard classics: the Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric pianos that defined soul and jazz-funk. Each waveform has been carefully remastered to preserve the essential character while meeting modern production standards.
Two Powerful Formats
For Kontakt Users: The Primus synthesizer engine puts 66 selectable waveforms at your fingertips. This isn’t just a sample player—it’s a fully capable synthesis environment where these raw waveforms become the starting point for your own unique patches.
For Ableton Live Users: 76 Instrument Racks deliver these waveforms ready to use, each with macro controls for instant sound shaping. The device preview playback feature lets you audition sounds before loading. Direct installation into your Packs section keeps everything organized and accessible. Plus, 1 macro control template helps you quickly map parameters to your workflow.
The Creative Advantage
Working with raw waveforms instead of finished presets gives you creative freedom. Layer multiple waves for complex timbres. Filter and shape them to fit your mix. Add your own effects chains and modulation. These fundamental tones are blank canvases—the final sound is yours to create.
For producers building ’90s-inspired tracks, these are the authentic building blocks used on the original records. For modern sound designers, they’re classic digital signatures ready to be twisted into something entirely new.
What’s Included:
- Kontakt Version: Primus synthesizer with 66 selectable waveforms
- Ableton Live Version: 76 Instrument Racks + 1 Macro Control Template
- Waveforms from legendary machines: TB-303, Minimoog, Jupiter-4, Juno-60, SH-101, Alpha Juno, Oberheim OB, Korg Poly-700, Prophet VS
- Classic keyboards: Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric pianos
- Expansion board content: Vintage Synth, Techno Collection, and Pop boards
- Meticulously remastered: Preserving character, meeting modern standards
- Device preview playback: (Ableton Live version)
- Direct Packs installation: (Ableton Live version)
- Compatible with: Kontakt 5.8+ and Ableton Live 11+
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Formats : KONTAKT + LIVE
Size : 800 Megabytes
3100 WAV Samples (24 Bits / 44.1 Khz)
66 Multi-Sampled Synth Patches
- One sample per note
- Seamless loop points
- No crossfade looping
- Sampled with Class A gears
The Live version of JV Waves has been designed to perfectly fit into your Ableton Live. All the included devices can be directly installed in your “Packs” section and previewed when selected in the Live browser. They have also been organized in Live standardized categories so that you can find them also in the browser’s “Categories” section. Moreover, all the sounds included in JV Waves have similar perceived volumes and feature 1 macro control with volume compensation to avoid unwanted distortions.
The Kontakt version of JV Waves includes PRIMUS, a virtual instrument with an ultra-friendly interface and a solid set of synthesizer parameters. All the sounds included in JV Waves can be easily selected using the Waveform menu and then tweaked using 25 different filters with cutoff and resonance, one multishape LFO assignable to Filter, Volume and Pitch and two envelopes for filter and amplifier. PRIMUS implements also a Glide effect, a Unison with up to 4 stacked voices and a set of built-in effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: JV Waves is a sound pack from Cluster Sound featuring a collection of iconic JV‑series waveforms, meticulously multi‑sampled and formatted for both Ableton Live and Kontakt.
A: Yes. All included content is royalty‑free for use in your original compositions. Redistribution or resale of the raw materials is prohibited.
A: To use this product, ensure the following requirements are met:
- Ableton Live 11 or higher or Kontakt Player (6.6 or higher) / full Kontakt (recommended)
- Mac or Windows operating system
A: You can explore more of Cluster Sound’s tools and packs here:
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Important Information
Initial Release – July 2025
Our Products are generally provided as Zip file downloads which in all cases will need to be extracted and saved to your hard drive prior to installation. Details on the different file type provided and what to do with them are below.
.alp Files – These are Ableton Live Packs and will either install directly into the Packs Section of the browser of Ableton Live or ask you to save them to your hard drive. For packs that install to the library, when you double click on them you will see a pop up window asking you to confirm that installation is ok as the files are described as “Legacy”. This is fine and you are ok to proceed, the packs are created using the format for an earlier version of Live and so remain compatible with the current version.
.amxd files – These are individual MaxforLive Devices and can be stored anywhere on your hard drive. We’d advise creating a folder for them and then adding that folder as a location within the Places section of Lives Browser.
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