The AIRA Compact series puts the legendary creative Roland magic directly in your hands. Jamme, shape and develop your ideas with genredefining sounds anywhere. Combine multiple AIRA Compact instruments to expand your range - or connect them to your MIDI equipment, computer and various music apps to make your existing rig even more versatile. AIRA Compact is fun, affordable and easy to understand.
Create new sound worlds with the S-1 Tweak Synth, a powerful polyphonic micro synthesizer inspired by the legendary Roland SH-101. Jamme with crisp bass and expressive leads you know and love. Then you take your music into unknown sound terrain. Futuristic wave manipulations, integrated sequencing, and unique performance features await here, specially developed for modern sound artists.
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Legendary sound with modern possibilities.The S-1 combines retro charm and modern features in a compact housing that you can easily take anywhere. The constantly advanced Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology delivers the real SH-101 sound including authentic response. The legendary 80s mono synthesizer is famous for its character-rich sound and simple, intuitive control panel. By extending the original design with a four-voice polyphony as well as a variety of innovative features for modern music production, musicians at every level can explore the possibilities of sound generation on a user-friendly and uncomplicated interface. |
A paradise for sound tinkersThe S-1 is a miniature sound design and performance powerhouse that impresses with its direct control. The sections for oscillator, envelope, filter and LFO provide the basis for powerful sounds. You can access other sound creation tools via shortcuts. Standalone controls are available for adjusting effects. In addition, you can play a keyboard with more than two octaves via the 26 multifunctional pads, control the step sequencer and use a variety of other creative options to create new ideas. |
Creative sound designThe S-1 catapults the classic SH sounds into new dimensions. Square, Saw, Sub and Noise oscillators as well as the Mono, Poly, Unison and Chord modes are available for sound generation. In addition, you can use the powerful OSC draw function to record your own waveforms via the step pads. OSC Chop offers additional harmonic potential. Cut waveforms into sections and discover interesting metallic tones. Then you can use the noise oscillator as an independent riser to complement sweeps and pulsating sound effects. |
Inspirational sequencingWith the 64-step sequencer and the 64 patterns of the S-1, you can create impressive music in no time. Play your tracks live via the built-in keyboard or switch to step mode to enter notes step by step and edit in detail. Use Motion Recording to bring patterns to life through dynamic live adjustments or step-by-step input of parameter values. Probability gives your tracks a dose of coincidence, sub-steps create more pace and bring your music to new life together with other functions such as Velocity, Shuffle or Portamento. |
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Play meadow for performersThe S-1 offers numerous possibilities to make performances even more dynamic. With the impressive D-Motion function, you can change your sounds by physically moving the synthesizer. Using the arpeggiator you create cascade-shaped musical gradients. The step-loop function allows live fills and spontaneous rhythmic improvisations. In addition, you can transpose patterns to enrich your jams quickly and easily. |
Immortal effectsExpand your sound palette with the extensive collection of classic Roland effects. The full chorus effects from the legendary JUNO and JX-3P synthesizers give sounds a shimmering new level. Manual and temposynchronous delays ensure space and movement. Finally, upgrade your sounds with studio quality reverbs including a variety of customizable parameters. |
Unlimited varietyThe S-1 has all the ports you need to communicate with the musical world around you. Combine the S-1 with other AIRA Compact models, such as the T-8 Beat Machine, the J-6 Chord Synthesizer and the E-4 Voice Tweaker, and create a powerful mobile creative team. Connect the synthesizer via USB-C to DAWs and mobile music apps. Or use the MIDI inputs/outputs to use the S-1 as a standalone sound module in a larger performance rig. |
Instant and anywhereThe S-1 can inspire you anytime and anywhere. With the lithium-ion batteries, up to 4.5 hours of run time per charge are available – thanks to the high Roland build quality for years to come. |
T-8 beat machine
A complete miniature rhythm factory that lets you create captivating tracks in seconds - equipped with original TR drums and the distinctive bass of the TB-303.
J-6 CHORD SYNTH
The portable synthesizer toolbox combines a powerful chord sequencer with the opulent sounds of the legendary JUNO-60, delivering the harmonious foundation for spontaneous jams and more.
E-4 VOICE TWEAKER
The exceptionally versatile effect box acts as a harmoniser, car pitcher, vocoder, looper and glitter for your voice as well as all other signals with which you feed the E-4.
S-1 TWEAK SYNTH
Create new sound worlds with the S-1 Tweak Synth, a powerful polyphonic micro synthesizer inspired by the legendary Roland SH-101.