The roland sh 101 is a analog monophonic synthesizer that can be purchased online for just under usd, now i feel that price is a little to expensive. The system1 synthesizer lands where it does mostly because it was the last of the models to ship, but it also deserves special attention for other reasons. Im new to, but really like the simple sound and architecture of the 101. We take a look at the new roland aira system1 synth. Press and hold the key hold button, then power on the system1. According to to roland, the new virtual analog emulates the original right down to the fine details and odd quirks that. Once updated, you dont need the computer, which is part of the appeal. Just the basic synth features in this part, the plugout has not yet been released.
Created in the spirit of rolands seminal hardware board, srx world is. Roland sh101 plugout software synthesizer now available. Aira system1 sound bank volume 1 aira system1 sound bank volume 1 includes 8 new sounds including thick pads, leads, arps and atmospheres. In addition, they announced that the sh 101 plugout software synthesizer is now available as a free download for the roland aira system 1 the new software synthesizer is a reproduction of the iconic roland sh 101. System1 get all the sonic power and versatility of the acclaimed system1 synthesizer in a vst, au and aax compatible plugin. Meet the system1, a synthesizer thats probably unlike any youve encountered before. Roland gaia sh01 owner, considering swapping for aira. The system 100 plugout software synthesizer is a modern reproduction of the nowlegendary semimodular monosynth from 1975.
Im trying to add the sh101 plugout to my roland system1. Roland complete 2019 mac roland cloud total legendary jun2019l. Capturing the original the now legendary sh101 was a monophonic synthesizer launched by roland in 1982. A bank of patches for the sh101 vst plugin or system1 plugout. This channel provides information of the rolands best quality electronic musical instruments. Introducing the roland sh101 software synthesizer plugin a complete reproduction of the iconic roland sh101 monosynth. Adjusting the lfo rates to patches 1 and 8 will change their behavior. I was heavily considering getting the system1 a couple weeks ago, but instead ended up getting the novation bass station 2. The system1 software synthesizer is a musthave if you own the system1 or system1m hardware. Based on the acb technology, it recreates not only the sounds of the sh101, but truly models the behavior of analog circuitry all the. In addition, they announced that the sh101 plugout software synthesizer is now available as a free download for the roland aira system1 the new software synthesizer is a reproduction of the iconic roland sh101. Jv1080, juno106, sh 101, jupiter8, tr808, tr909, system 1, system 8, system 100, srx orchestra, sound canvas va, sh 2, d50 and concerto, jx3p, promars, srx keyboards, srx dance trax, srx world, tb303. Here are seven things to know about the system1 and plugouts.
Roland system1 is a plugout synthesizer, based on the system 100, system 100m, and the system 700. Copy the system file from the download directory into the system1 drive. Sporting a twentyfive key keyboard, four oscillators per voice, and seventythree physical controls, the synthesizer is flexible and full of roland synthesis tonal character. Its the only truly programmable synthesizer, and the only one that has been designed as a platform for future product releases. Sh2 the sh2 software synthesizer is a total reproduction of the classic sh2 synthesizer from 1979. On this page, we try to provide assistance for handling. The new sh2 uses analog circuit technology, reliably recreates the warm, rich sound of the original, which can only come from roland. System 1 get all the sonic power and versatility of the acclaimed system 1 synthesizer in a vst, au and aax compatible plugin. Roland vs sh2 111 vstvst3 win audiotools audiotools. Rolands aira system1 features a plugout architecture that lets you create patches on your computer for such vintage synth emulations as the sh101 and sh2, then take the hardware to the gig and play those virtual synths with no computer hookup needed. Connect a usb cable to the system1 the key hold led flashes on its own and the system1 appears as a drive on the pc. You can switch between the internal system1 synth and that sh101 model. The roland aira system 1 is an incorporation of rolands vast synthesizer and software knowledge, all rolled into one portable and extremely versatile synthesizer for live performance and serious studio musicians sounds with character and loads of controls in a plugout capable synthesizer aside from an impressive array of builtin patches and sounds for you to edit and play at.
Now you can add the classic sh101, sh2, promars, system100, and new aira system1, made by roland, to your arsenal of software instruments. Roland gaia sh01 owner, considering swapping for aira system1. But from what i heard of rolands 101, i just didnt get as good results, and everything i did with tals 101 sounded good. Yes it is a great piece of vintage gear, but anytime you purchase vintage gear you are taking a risk because it is so old that there will be something wrong with it when you get it. It also has its own very capable virtual analog synth engine. Please help us by rating our aira page on a 5star rating system below. Aimetis symphony is a fully integrated video recording, event management solution offering optional intelligence capabilities.
The sh101 software synthesizer is a complete reproduction of the iconic sh101 synthesizer. Part of why i hope roland solves this is that the plugout functionality works beautifully on the system1 hardware. Aira system1 sound bank volume 2 includes 8 new sounds including organs, bells, pads, arps and bass. Roland aira system 1 plugout synthesizer pmt online. Ive had my gaia synth for about four years now and while i love it i find i use it less and less nowadays, both because of its size and also because of the ease of use of software vsts. Provides an overview of key features, functions and operational tips. Seamless, bidirectional communication between the hardware and software provides complete editorlibrarian functionality and an automatic, onetoone hardware control interface that just works. The aira system1 from roland owes its pedigree to the spirit of the 1970s when the company introduced the system 100, system 100m, and the system 700 modular and semimodular synthesizers. The system100 plugout software synthesizer is a modern reproduction of the nowlegendary semimodular monosynth from 1975. It integrates the features of the original model 101 synthesizer and model 102 expander units, resulting in an. Heres what roland has to say about the system1 sound banks. Roland today announced updates to the entire aira line. Sh 101 the sh 101 software synthesizer is a complete reproduction of the iconic sh 101 synthesizer. The freemasons man did a headtohead comparison with the legendary sh 101 synth and created.
The promars software synthesizer is a complete reproduction of the rare and powerful promars synthesizer first released in 1979. We took the roland aira system 1 synth loaded with the sh 101 plug out to james wiltshires studio. With the roland system1 now in stores, and the launch of our first plugout, i wanted to let you in on the important things that you need to know. Download roland cloud for mac from crackedvst for free. Easy to install and free for all users, this update includes enhancements to the whole line, such as backup and restore. A zip file is linked below, which contains a bin file for the plugin and a set of patch files for the system1. Roland cloud, an evolving cloudbased suite of software synthesizers, drum machines and more. Some of these are shown below in the plugin screenshots, one showing the sh101 view and one showing the system1 view. Also the aira is going to be updated with newly modeled retro synths so just off that i think its a better choice. Identical software replica of the iconic roland juno106 synthesizer. Sh101 the sh101 software synthesizer is a complete reproduction of the iconic sh101 synthesizer.
Never a rock stars instrument like the minimoog or prophet5, the 101 was a synthesiser for the rest of us, and a damned fine one, too. Roland aira updates now available whats new with system. Use the filter and adsr controls to customize the sounds to your taste. Stay up to date with roland news, artists, promotions, events, and more. At its heart is rolands new analog circuit behavior acb technology, which was used to carefully analyze every aspect of analog circuits and then faithfully recreate them down to the finest details. The roland aira range receives a substantial update with system version 1.