Roland – Gaia 2 – Synthesizer

$999.99

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GAIA 2 opens the door to an infinite universe of inspired sound creation. Armed with a powerful hybrid engine that combines wavetable and virtual analog synthesis, you can quickly learn the basics before rocketing into uncharted sonic territory. The friendly panel layout logically outlines the synthesis workflow for speedy sound design, while full-size keys provide exceptional playability when you’re ready to perform. And with the sequencer and Motional Pad, it’s easy to generate complex sounds and phrases full of dynamic movement and alter them on the fly. Discover the shape of sound with GAIA 2 and bring all your musical visions to life.

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Description
  • Powerful Roland synthesizer with advanced sonic capabilities
  • Intuitive panel layout and hands-on workflow make it easy to learn synthesis and sound design
  • Newly developed hybrid sound engine with one wavetable oscillator and two virtual analog oscillators
  • Attractive aluminum panel filled with high-quality knobs and sliders
  • Freely assignable modulation routings for fast sound creation
  • Motional Pad for adding real-time movement and expression to sounds
  • Sequencer with real-time and step-recording options
  • MFX section with 53 unique effect types
  • Dedicated Chorus and Delay/Reverb sections with multiple types, including JUNO Chorus effects, Shimmer Reverb, Modulation Reverb, and more
  • Informative high-contrast OLED display
  • USB Type-A port for connecting a USB flash drive or external USB MIDI controller
  • Class-compliant USB-C port for communicating with music software on computers and mobile devices
  • USB-C port also supports AIRA Link for communication with Roland AIRA devices
  • Support for Model Expansions and other content on Roland Cloud (SH-101 Model Expansion pre-installed)
  • Wirelessly audition and download Model Expansions and Sound Packs with Roland Cloud Connect and the WC-1 Wireless Adapter (optional)

About Roland

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Roland Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic musical instruments, electronic equipment and software. Roland has manufactured numerous instruments that have had lasting impacts on music.

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Specification
SPECIFICATIONS
Keyboard37 Keys
Sound GeneratorGAIA-2 sound generator
Pre-installed Model Expansion SH-101
Other Model Expansions (optional- via Roland Cloud)
Maximum Polyphony22 voices (3 x oscillators per voice)
* The maximum polyphony varies depending on sound settings or the selected Model Expansion.
TonesPreset tone: 256
User tone: 512
OscillatorsOSC 1 (Wavetable): 63 waveforms
Modulation types: Wave position, Phase modulation (P-MOD), Shaping modulation (S-MOD)
OSC 2/3 (Classic waveforms): Sine, Triangle, Saw, Square, Super Saw, and 5 noise waves
Modulation types: Shape, Ring modulation, Oscillator sync, Cross modulation 1, Cross modulation 2
Envelope: Attack, Decay
Envelope destination: Pitch, Oscillator 1 position, Oscillator 2 shape, Oscillator 3 shape, P-MOD X, P-MOD Y, S-MOD Depth, S-MOD Drive
FilterFilter type: LPF, BPF, HPF
Filter slope: -12dB/Oct, -18dB/Oct, -24dB/Oct
Envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
Filter Drive
AmpEnvelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
LFO2 LFOs, 5 waveforms and 1 programmable step LFO wave
LFO assignment: Up to 4 parameters from panel knobs and sliders (except for click dials) in each LFO
EffectsMulti-Effects: 53 types
Reverb/Delay: 7 types
Chorus: 3 types (9 modes in total)
* The sound path order of the above effects can be changed.
Master EQ
Master Compressor
Other FunctionsPortamento
Unison
Chord memory
Step sequencer64 steps : Each step can record 8 notes and 4 controls
Recording modes: Real-time/Step/TR-REC
Probability
Random pattern generator
ArpeggiatorMode: Up, Down, Up&Down, Random, Note Order
Scale: 16 variations
Motional PadTwo dimensional edit to P-Mod X/Y or S-Mod Depth/Drive
Two dimensional assignable control to parameters of panel knobs and sliders (except for click dials)
Motion recording and playback function
Menu interface with a drag pointer
Other ControllersPitch Bend wheel
Modulation wheel
DisplayOLED 128 x 64 dots
ConnectorsHEADPHONES jacks: Stereo miniature phone type (front), Stereo 1/4-inch phone type (rear)
OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone type
PEDAL jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type (available for a hold pedal or a control pedal)
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)
USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R) (Class Compliant for Audio and MIDI/ Roland driver for Audio and MIDI)
USB MEMORY/EXT DEVICE port: Type-A (Storage, MIDI)
Power SupplyAC adaptor (DC IN port)
USB bus power supply (USB Type-C(R) port)
* External power supply from a USB Type-A port isn't available.
Current Draw600 mA (AC adaptor)
1,800 mA (USB bus power supply)
External MemoryUSB Flash drive (commercially available)
AccessoriesStartup Guide
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor (PSB-5U)
Power cord
Options (sold separately)Pedal Switch: DP series
Expression Pedal: EV-5
Wireless Adapter: WC-1
Keyboard Bag: CB-B37
SIZE AND WEIGHT
Width655 mm
25-13/16 inches
Depth336 mm
13-1/4 inches
Height92 mm
3-5/8 inches
Weight4.4 kg / 9 lbs 12 oz