Roland - AIRA Compact Tweak Synthesizer with SH-101 Sound, 4-Voice Polyphony, 64-Step Sequencer, 64 Patterns and USB-C Audio
Model: S-1
SKU: 12752159
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This ultra-portable micro polysynth draws inspiration from the legendary SH-101 while expanding the concept with modern tools for today’s creators. Roland’s evolving Analog Circuit Behavior technology delivers authentic SH-101 sound and response, while four-voice polyphony, multiple play modes, and advanced sound design features make it a strong choice for musicians exploring both classic tones and new sonic directions.
Create from square, sawtooth, sub, and noise oscillators with mono, poly, unison, and chord modes, then go further with powerful oscillator drawing, oscillator chop, and riser tools. These features make it easy to move from familiar synth tones to more experimental textures, giving you a compact instrument that supports both immediate hands-on sound shaping and deeper tone creation for modern music production.
A built-in 64-step sequencer with 64 patterns gives you a flexible way to create songs, grooves, and evolving phrases on the spot. Advanced tools such as motion recording, probability, sub step, last step, velocity, shuffle, and portamento add more depth to pattern programming, while the easy-to-use arpeggiator with eight phrase types helps generate dynamic musical ideas quickly and keep inspiration moving.
The hands-on panel includes familiar synth controls for instant sound shaping and live tweaks, plus 26 multi-function pads that provide keyboard access across a two-plus octave range and support step sequencing. Delay, reverb, and chorus effects add extra color and dimension, while D-Motion lets you control pitch, modulation, and other parameters by physically moving the unit for more expressive real-time performance options.
Comprehensive connectivity includes audio, MIDI, and sync input and output, plus AIRA Link and a class-compliant USB-C audio and MIDI interface with no drivers needed, making this synth easy to integrate with computer DAWs, mobile music apps, and other gear. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 4.5 hours of operation, and the sturdy build with high-quality rubber pads supports portable music creation almost anywhere.
Explore classic-inspired synthesis in a pocket-size format with this ultra-portable tweak synthesizer, designed to blend the character of the legendary SH-101 with modern creative tools. Powered by Roland’s evolving Analog Circuit Behavior technology, it delivers authentic SH-101 sound and response while expanding your options with four-voice polyphony, mono, poly, unison, and chord modes, plus square, sawtooth, sub, and noise oscillators. Hands-on controls make real-time sound shaping easy, while deeper tools such as oscillator drawing, oscillator chop, and riser functions open the door to more experimental textures. A built-in 64-step sequencer with 64 patterns supports quick song creation, and advanced features like motion recording, probability, sub step, last step, velocity, shuffle, and portamento add more depth to pattern design. The onboard keyboard offers a two-plus octave range, and the arpeggiator with eight phrase types, Step Loop function, and D-Motion control provide additional performance flexibility. Delay, reverb, and chorus effects add polish and dimension, while comprehensive audio, MIDI, and sync connectivity, AIRA Link, and class-compliant USB-C audio and MIDI make it easy to integrate with other gear, DAWs, and mobile music apps. Built with sturdy construction, high-quality rubber pads, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery offering up to 4.5 hours of operation per charge, this synthesizer is made for inspiration at home or on the go.
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