Roland GAIA 2 Virtual Analog Synthesizer
The Shape of Sound 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. Highlights 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) Sound Engine GAIA 2’s newly developed sound engine puts a never-ending realm of tonal exploration under your fingers. Build familiar sounds inspired by past and present synth icons. Then dive into unique phase and shape modulation tools to unleash cutting-edge textures with complex overtones that can’t be expressed with traditional analog synths. Need something more extreme? Just crank the Drive knob in the multimode filter section for even more grit and power. Whatever you desire—from smooth tones reminiscent of vintage synths to edgy, biting leads to sci-fi soundscapes—GAIA 2 can do it. Specifications Keyboard 37 Keys Sound Generator GAIA-2 sound generatorPre-installed Model Expansion SH-101Other Model Expansions (optional- via Roland Cloud) Maximum Polyphony 22 voices (3 x oscillators per voice)* The maximum polyphony varies depending on sound settings or the selected Model Expansion. Tones Preset tone: 256User tone: 512 Oscillators OSC 1 (Wavetable): 63 waveformsModulation 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 wavesModulation types: Shape, Ring modulation, Oscillator sync, Cross modulation 1, Cross modulation 2Envelope: Attack, DecayEnvelope destination: Pitch, Oscillator 1 position, Oscillator 2 shape, Oscillator 3 shape, P-MOD X, P-MOD Y, S-MOD Depth, S-MOD Drive Filter Filter type: LPF, BPF, HPFFilter slope: -12dB/Oct, -18dB/Oct, -24dB/OctEnvelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, ReleaseFilter Drive Amp Envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release LFO 2 LFOs, 5 waveforms and 1 programmable step LFO waveLFO assignment: Up to 4 parameters from panel knobs and sliders (except for click dials) in each LFO Effects Multi-Effects: 53 typesReverb/Delay: 7 typesChorus: 3 types (9 modes in total)* The sound path order of the above effects can be changed.Master EQMaster Compressor Other Functions PortamentoUnisonChord memory Step sequencer 64 steps : Each step can record 8 notes and 4 controlsRecording modes: Real-time/Step/TR-RECProbabilityRandom pattern generator Arpeggiator Mode: Up, Down, Up&Down, Random, Note OrderScale: 16 variations Motional Pad Two dimensional edit to P-Mod X/Y or S-Mod Depth/DriveTwo dimensional assignable control to parameters of panel knobs and sliders (except for click dials)Motion recording and playback functionMenu interface with a drag pointer Other Controllers Pitch Bend wheelModulation wheel Display OLED 128 x 64 dots Connectors HEADPHONES jacks: Stereo miniature phone type (front), Stereo 1/4-inch phone type (rear)OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4-inch phone typePEDAL 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 Supply AC 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 Draw 600 mA (AC adaptor)1,800 mA (USB bus power supply) External Memory USB Flash drive (commercially available) Accessories Startup GuideLeaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"AC adaptor (PSB-5U)Power cord Options (sold separately) Pedal Switch: DP seriesExpression Pedal: EV-5Wireless Adapter: WC-1Keyboard Bag: CB-B37 SIZE AND WEIGHT Width655 mm25-13/16 inches Depth336 mm13-1/4 inches Height92 mm3-5/8 inches Weight4.4 kg / 9 lbs 12 oz