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GAIA SH-01: Synthesizer

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Features

With its massive sound, hands-on ease, and affordable price, the GAIA SH-01 is a high-performance value with old-school charm. The triple-stacked engine puts potent virtual analog synthesis under your fingertips, yet the control panel is so fun, friendly, and inviting, even first-timers can create great sounds. The signal flow is simple to grasp, with logically arranged knobs, sliders, and buttons. Hands-on control and fat sound make this little powerhouse a joy for music students, songwriters, session players, and live performers of all styles and skill levels.

  • Huge sound with three virtual analog engines onboard, each with a dedicated oscillator, filter, amplifier, envelope, and LFO
  • Layer up to five simultaneous effects, including distortion, flanger, delay, reverb, low boost, and more
  • 64-voice polyphony for massive sounds without note drop-out
  • Fun, hands-on control panel that’s great for instant gratification, and for learning synthesis
  • Lightweight, compact body with 37 full-size keys
  • Runs on AC or battery power for portable convenience
  • D Beam, arpeggiator, and Phrase Recorder onboard
  • USB ports for saving user patches to USB flash drives, and for audio/MIDI connection to computers

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Triple-Fat Virtual Analog

Sink your teeth into the new triple-stacked virtual analog engine, comprising three complete synths for incredibly thick, powerful sound. Unleash the beef of three oscillators that drive a trio of multimode, resonant filters, multi-shape LFOs, and amplifiers, plus nine envelope generators. It’s like having three synthesizers in one! With 64 polyphonic voices onboard, the GAIA SH-01 makes it possible to play massive sounds without experiencing note drop-out.

Stackable Effects

From the silkiest reverb to the grittiest growl, the SH-01’s instantly selectable multi-effects will catapult your sounds into another spatial dimension. You can layer up to five simultaneous effects for dozens of variations. The onboard effects include reverb, distortion, fuzz, bit crash, flanger, phaser, pitch shifter, low boost, and delay with panning and tempo sync. Dedicated control knobs are provided for tweaking the effects in real time.

Portable Power

At less than 10 pounds, the GAIA SH-01 is lightweight, compact, and great for musicians on the go. The 37-note keyboard is full-size, however, so performers can play naturally and comfortably. The synth can be powered via AC or batteries* for the ultimate in portable convenience. A battery-life indicator on the front panel ensures that you won’t lose power unexpectedly. When used in conjunction with a battery-powered amp such as Roland’s CUBE Street, MOBILE CUBE, BA-330 or KC-110, the GAIA SH-01 can be played and heard anywhere!

Instant Control

The front panel puts every control directly under your fingertips. There are no hidden menus, no nonsense. Just play and move the knobs and sliders, or wave your hands over the invisible D Beam for dramatic effects. The logically designed front panel shows the signal path from left to right. It helps beginners understand synthesis, while experienced players will love the instant gratification of hands-on control during performance.

Phrase Recorder and Arpeggiator

Hold a note or chord and let the arpeggiator create musical magic automatically for you. The tempo can be set via tap tempo. In addition, the onboard Phrase Recorder lets you record what you play on the keyboard as well as the movements of the knobs and sliders. The controller data can also be played back independently to complement the notes you play in real time.

USB and EXT IN

Connect directly to a computer (Mac or PC) with one simple USB cable, and stream audio directly to the software of your choice. The SH-01’s USB ports can also be used to transmit and receive MIDI data, and to store your patches and phrases (recorded with the Phrase Recorder) to a USB memory stick. For integrating with external devices, the SH-01’s EXT input lets you connect external audio sources such as an MP3-player and play along with your favorite songs or backing tracks - great for practice and live performance. Manipulate the incoming audio with three Center Cancel modes, which let you eliminate pre-recorded vocals, guitars, or bass.

*Can be powered by eight rechargeable Ni-MH AA batteries.

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Specs

keyboard
37 keys (velocity sensitive)
Maximum Polyphony
64 voices
Sound Generator Section
Virtual analog synthesizer sound generator (Number of part: 1)
(Oscillator + Filter + Amp + Envelopes + LFO) x 3
PCM sound generator (Number of parts: 15)
Patch Memory
Preset: 64
User: 64
OSC Section
Oscillator waveform
SAW
SQUARE
PULSE/PWM
TRIANGLE
SINE
NOISE
SUPER SAW
Knobs/Sliders
PITCH
DETUNE
Pulse Width
Pulse Width Modulation
Envelope
Attack
Decay
Envelope Depth
Modulation
Oscillator Sync
Ring Modulation
(Tone 2's OSC 2 is applied as modulation to Tone 1's OSC 1.)
FILTER Section
Filter Type
LPF
HPF
BPF
PKG (-12 dB/-24 dB)
Knobs
CUTOFF
RESONANCE
KEY FOLLOW
Envelope
Attack
Decay
Sustain
Release
Envelope Depth
AMP Section
Knobs
LEVEL
Envelope
Attack
Decay
Sustain
Release
LFO Section
LFO Shape
TRIANGLE
SINE
SAW
SQUARE
Sample
Knobs/Sliders
RATE
FADE TIME
PITCH DEPTH
FILTER DEPTH
AMP DEPTH
Tempo Sync
ON/OFF
Effects
DIST
Distortion
Fuzz
Bit Crash
FLANGER
Flanger
Phaser
Pitch Shifter
DELAY
Delay
Panning Delay (with tempo sync function)
REVERB
Reverb
LOW BOOST
Low Boost
Knobs
Control 1
Level
Other
Controllers
Pitch Bend/Modulation lever
D BEAM Controller
Arpeggiator
Preset pattern: 64
Phrase Recorder
User: 8
Number of Track: 1
Jacks/Connectors
OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4 inch phone type)
Headphone jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
PEDAL jack (TRS phone type)
MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)
USB COMPUTER (supports USB Hi-Speed Audio/MIDI)
USB MEMORY (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed flash memory)
EXT IN jack (Stereo miniature phone type)
DC IN jack
Power Supply
DC 9 V (AC Adaptor or rechargeable nickel-metal hydride AA batteries x 8)
* Batteries sold separately.
* Zinc-carbon batteries or alkaline batteries cannot be used.
Current Draw
600 mA
Battery life for continuous use
Approximately 5 hours
* Using rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries
* Approximately 4 hours if USB memory is connected
* Differs depending on the conditions of use
Accessories
Owner’s Manual, Guide Book, CD-ROM (USB DRIVER), DVD Video, AC Adaptor (PSB-1U), Power Cord
Options
Keyboard Stand: KS-18Z(*), Pedal Switch: DP series, Expression Pedal: EV-5, USB Memory: M-UF2G
* Make sure that this instrument is mounted at a height that is no higher than 1 meter.
Size and Weight
Width
689 mm
27-3/16 inches
Depth
317 mm
12-1/2 inches
Height
100 mm
3-15/16 inches
Weight
4.2 kg
9 lbs. 5 oz.
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

Accessories

CB-G49

Gold Series Keyboard Bag

CB-G49

Pro 49-note keyboard bag with impact panels and shoulder straps.

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CB-37SY

Keyboard Carrying Case

CB-37SY

Soft-shell, backpack-style carrying case for 37-key instruments such as GAIA SH-01 and Lucina AX-09.

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KS-18Z

Keyboard Stand

KS-18Z

The KS-18Z keyboard stand is attractive, easy to transport, and sturdy enough to hold even the heaviest 88-key keyboard securely.

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M-UF1G

USB Flash Memory

M-UF1G

A high-quality 1GB USB memory key for use with Roland USB-compatible products such as the DP-990, KR-107, V-Synth GT, SonicCell and more.

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M-UF2G

2 GB USB Flash Memory

M-UF2G

High-quality 2GB USB memory key that’s compatible with the high-speed USB (USB 2.0) specification.

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DP-10

Damper Pedal

DP-10

This well-built, real-feel pedal comes with a non-slip rubber plate — essential when performing on hardwood or slip-prone surfaces — and an extended cable (2.2m) for stacked multi-keyboard setups.

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DP-8

Damper Pedal

DP-8

A high-quality damper pedal with expressive half-pedal capabilities.

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DP-2

Damper Pedal

DP-2

Momentary footswitch for use with keyboards and recording products.

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KC-880

Stereo Mixing Keyboard Amplifier

KC-880

A portable keyboard amplifier featuring five channels of stereo input, 320 watts of power and Roland’s famous DSP effects — perfect for keyboards, vocals, and more.

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KC-550

4-Ch Mixing Keyboard Amplifier

KC-550

This flagship keyboard amp boasts 180 watts of powerful sound via a 15-inch speaker and horn tweeter.

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KC-350

4-Ch Mixing Keyboard Amplifier

KC-350

The perfect combination of power and value, the new KC-350 is ideal for medium-sized gigs.

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KC-150

4-Ch Mixing Keyboard Amplifier

KC-150

The KC-150 is a compact 65-watt amp with 4-channel capability including Auxiliary and Microphone inputs.

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KC-110

Stereo Keyboard Amplifier

KC-110

Battery-powered stereo keyboard amplifier with high-quality digital effects built in.

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KC-60

Keyboard Amplifier

KC-60

The KC-60 brings renowned KC-Series sound quality to an even lower price.

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BA-330

Stereo Portable Amplifier

BA-330

The ideal, all-in-one portable PA solution for small music venues, worship events, conferences, seminars, business meetings, and much more.

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SA-300

Stage Amplifier

SA-300

The versatile SA-300 is built to handle any type of audio source you plug into it: microphones, rhythm machines, keyboards, CD players, etc.

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MOBILE CUBE

Battery-Powered Stereo Amplifier

MOBILE CUBE

Portable CUBE amp with connections for microphones, guitars, keyboards, drum machines, MP3 players, and more.

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RH-A7

Monitor Headphones

RH-A7

Comfortable and lightweight open-air headphones optimized for digital pianos.

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RH-D20

Monitor Headphones

RH-D20

Light and comfortable headphones with 40mm drivers and rotating earpieces.

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RH-D30

Monitor Headphones

RH-D30

Light and comfortable headphones with 45mm drivers and rotating earpieces.

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RH-200S

Stereo Headphones

RH-200S

Offer the clarity, sonic accuracy, and comfort needed for mixing and silent practice.

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RH-5

Headphones

RH-5

RH-5 headphones are perfect for electronic musical instruments such as Roland’s digital pianos and V-Drums.

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RH-iE3

In-Ear Headphones

RH-iE3

Attractive in-ear headphones with deeper bass and extended frequency performance.

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RH-ED1

In-Ear Headphones

RH-ED1

The RH-ED1 in-ear headphones offer comfortable, detailed monitoring during recording and playback.

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RH-50

Stereo Headphones

RH-50

Professional studio headphones with exceptional low frequency response.

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Support Documents

GAIA SH-01 Guidebook
Sound synthesis made easy! Learn the basics of sound creation on Roland’s GAIA SH-01 synthesizer.
GAIA SH-01 Brochure
GAIA SH-01 Leaflet

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