Roland SH-4D Desktop Synthesizer
Analog Roots, Digital Innovation
Unleash the sonic power of Roland’s iconic synthesizers and drum machineslike the Juno-106 and SH-101alongside cutting-edge digital technology, all in one versatile and compact instrument. The Roland SH-4d, desktop synthesizer module blends the rich heritage of analog-style sound with advanced digital synthesis for modern musicians.
The SH-4d offers a wide array of sound design tools, including 11 oscillators, a multitimbral sequencer, and 60-voice polyphony. With features like the modulation matrix, Visual Arpeggio, and the unique D-Motion control, this synthesizer pushes the boundaries of what’s possible, making it a must-have for groove box players and synthesists alike.
Explore limitless sonic possibilities with the SH-4da machine that perfectly fuses sound design’s past, present, and future.
SH-4D HIGHLIGHTS
- 11 oscillators for rich sound generation
- 60-voice polyphony for multi-layered textures
- Multitimbral sequencer for intricate patterns
- Modulation matrix for deep customization
- Visual Arpeggio and D-Motion control for innovative performance techniques
FEATURES
- Compact desktop synthesizer with professional sound design tools, intuitive hands-on workflow, and onboard pattern sequencer
- Eleven OSC Models cover everything from vintage analog and classic PCM tones to cutting-edge digital textures
- OSC Models include the new SH-4d native engine, Wavetable, Cross FM, JUNO-106, SH-101, and more
- Four independent synth parts and a dedicated rhythm part with up to 60 voices of total polyphony*
- Rhythm part with selectable waveforms, powerful synthesis controls, layering capability, and more for individual sound design per instrument
- Fully loaded direct-access panel with 32 knobs, four sliders, and a massive array of buttons
- Top-level interface workflow reconfigures the LCD and panel controls for the Model or performance mode to eliminate menu diving and creative slowdowns
- Dedicated Filter, Amplifier, and LFO sections with comprehensive controls
- Advanced Matrix for modulating multiple assignable parameters
- Button keyboard with a two-plus octave range for self-contained music creation
- Multitimbral sequencer with 128 patterns, real-time recording, two step-entry modes, and motion recording
- Probability and sub step settings per note for tones and rhythm parts in pattern sequences
- Unique D-Motion and Visual Arpeggio for creating performance effects by physically moving the SH-4d
- Extensive onboard sound processing with MFX for each Tone plus global MFX, reverb, chorus, delay, and more
- USB-C audio/MIDI interface and 5-pin MIDI I/O
- Clock input for synchronizing with modular synths and other Roland gear
- Stereo 1/4-inch audio outputs and headphones jack
- 3.5 mm stereo audio input for mixing other synths such as AIRA Compact and Roland Boutique instruments
- Rugged portable design powered by batteries or USB-C