Roland's Aira Compact S-1 is designed to bridge the gap between the classic and the contemporary. It brings historic synthesis into a modern, portable form designed to take you from tone-setting ideas all the way to the stage, without skipping a beat. Deep at the core of the S-1 beats the heart of Roland's iconic SH-101, thanks to their groundbreaking Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology. A deluxe suite of tone-crafting and beat-making tools includes multiple oscillators, extensive filtering, deep envelope controls, iconic FX, arpeggiation, and a 64-step sequencer. Extensive connectivity lets you stay in sync with the rest of your gear when you take this little polysynth into the studio.
Superior tone shaping, anytime, anywhere
The S-1's 4-voice polyphony is complemented by a well-rounded set of oscillators, all adjustable and available simultaneously. Square and saw waveforms are accompanied by a sub-oscillator and a noise oscillator. But it doesn't stop there. Roland's OSC Drawing uses the deeper capabilities of ACB technology to let you draw your own fully customized waveforms; the additional OSC Chop introduces Overtone and Comb capabilities for rich, expansive harmonics. Comprehensive filter, LFO and envelope controls ensure that you always have a multitude of tools at hand to completely customize your sound.Tone for days!
With the advanced capabilities of Roland's ACB technology, the S-1 can produce a formidable arsenal of tones. Although deeply woven into its sonic DNA, the SH-101 is not the only Roland icon to make an appearance. Dimensional expansion tools from the JUNO line and JX-3P synths, for example, are in the S-1's onboard FX palette, from shimmering choruses and cavernous reverbs to tempo synced and free-flowing delays. The multifunction pads feature a keybed-style arrangement, with a two-plus-octave range of note input, with pattern and transposition tools easily accessible, thanks to the deep functionality of the S-1's numerous shift-key tools. Since expression is the driving force behind the portable Aira line, it stands to reason that the S-1 incorporates Roland's D-Motion technology: a motion-controlled expression device that translates real-time, physical movement into changes to a number of performance and composition parameters. If you're looking for a rhythmic rondo, the S-1 is equipped with an arpeggiator and a 64-step sequencer, with velocity, motion recording, probability adjustment, and many more tools to boost your output!Small size, big sound
Now that Roland has expanded its Aira series of compact instruments, it's clear that the company understands the importance of form and function. Not only does the S-1's slim build allow for easy storage and transport, an intuitive and carefully designed interface ensures that you always have access to the tools you need. In addition, deep connectivity options include Aira Sync, TRS MIDI and class-compliant USB-C audio and MIDI, meaning no driver is needed to get right to work with virtually any other MIDI-capable instrument - it even sends CC messages. Thanks to its built-in lithium-ion battery, you can experience the S-1's full range unhindered for as much as 4.5 hours. Long-distance drives and cumbersome commutes now become a lot more fun.Specifications:
- Ultra-portable polysynth inspired by the legendary SH-101
- Authentic SH-101 sound powered by Roland's evolving Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology
- Create completely new tones with powerful oscillator drawing capabilities, oscillator chop and riser tools
- Mono, poly, unison and chord modes and four-part polyphony
- Square, sawtooth, sub, and noise oscillators
- Hands-on panel with familiar synth controls for instant tone shaping and live performance tweaks
- Built-in keyboard with a range of more than two octaves
- 64-step sequencer and 64 patterns for on-the-spot song creation
- Advanced programming tools, including motion recording, probability, sub step, last step, and velocity
- User-friendly arpeggiator with eight phrase types
- D-Motion function to control pitch, mod and other parameters by physically moving the S-1
- Color and edit your sounds with various delay, reverb and chorus effects
- Extensive connectivity with audio, MIDI and sync I/O plus AIRA Link
- Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface - no drivers required
- Lithium-ion battery with up to 4.5 hours of operation per charge
- Sturdy construction and high-quality rubber pads
- Easily connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices with optional BOSS TRS MIDI cables
