Roland GAIA 2 Synthesizer

Unleash the boundless realm of musical creation with the Roland GAIA 2 Synthesizer, a powerhouse of sonic exploration that beckons you into the uncharted territories of soundscapes. Armed with a dynamic hybrid engine, this synth seamlessly blends wavetable and virtual analogue synthesis, making it a perfect playground for both beginners and seasoned sound designers. The intuitive panel layout ensures a smooth learning curve, guiding you effortlessly from the basics to creating unique, mind-bending sounds.

In the heart of this beast lies a newly developed hybrid sound engine featuring one wavetable oscillator and two virtual analogue oscillators. With three operating modes—Chorus, Vibrato, and the innovative Blend mode—you can tweak and mould your sound to perfection. The GAIA 2 Synthesizer offers the freedom of freely assignable modulation routings, enabling rapid sound creation that suits your style.

Not only that, but the Motional Pad and sequencer give you the power to generate complex sounds and dynamic phrases, providing a hands-on approach to sculpting your sonic masterpieces. With an attractive aluminium panel adorned with high-quality knobs and sliders, this synth is as aesthetically pleasing as it is musically inspiring.

Key Features:

• Colossal Sound Engine - GAIA 2's innovative sound engine offers an endless array of tones. Craft vintage-inspired sounds or push the boundaries with unique modulation tools for cutting-edge textures. Dial up the Drive for added grit. From retro warmth to futuristic tones, GAIA 2 does it all.
• Versatile Performance - The GAIA 2 consists of 3 oscillators, The first is the Oscillator 1, GAIA 2's wavetable oscillator offers a variety of waveforms for dynamic shifts and textures. Morph between them for exciting results. With Oscillators 2 and 3, emulate classics or craft new voices with GAIA 2's twin virtual analogue oscillators. Authenticity meets innovation as you shape the sound of the past or future with ease.
• Intuitive Control - The intuitive workflow of GAIA 2 ensures speedy, enjoyable sound crafting. Its straightforward panel layout, with each control dedicated to a specific function, allows instant programming, eliminating the need for tedious menu navigation. The sleek design, featuring streamlined knobs and a white anodised aluminium panel, not only enhances functionality but also exudes inspiration. The visual allure is further magnified when it glows under the vibrant ambience of stage lighting. Just wait until you witness its stunning presence on stage.
• Immersive Display - Placed prominently at the forefront, the informative display showcases both the output audio waveform and the recorded movement path of the Motional Pad. A quick glance provides immediate insight into the intricate workings of even the most complex sounds.
• Expand Your Sound - GAIA 2 seamlessly integrates Roland Model Expansions, faithfully resurrecting timeless synthesizers from our extensive legacy. Effortlessly switch between the internal sound engine and legendary synths like the SH-101,* JUPITER-8, or JUNO-106 using a dedicated button. These Model Expansions perfectly align with GAIA 2's workflow, enabling you to reinterpret vintage sounds using the intuitive panel controls and craft fresh musical compositions using the sequencer. (*The SH-101 Model Expansion comes installed from the factory. Additional Model Expansion titles are available for purchase on Roland Cloud.)
• Enhanced Modulation - In contemporary sound design, ample and versatile modulation is crucial. GAIA 2 excels in this domain, allowing you to swiftly and seamlessly construct intricate modulation pathways. Assigning up to four parameters to each of the two LFOs is a breeze, and these LFOs offer a range of classic and modern wave shapes, including step modulation. This effortless parameter assignment process enables you to effortlessly translate your creative concepts into tangible sounds almost instantly.

Roland GAIA 2 Synthesizer Specifications:

• Keyboard: 37 Keys

Sound Generator:

• GAIA-2 sound generator
• Pre-installed Model Expansion SH-101
• Other 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: 256
• User tone: 512

Oscillators:

• OSC 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

• Filter type: LPF, BPF, HPF
• Filter slope: -12dB/Oct, -18dB/Oct, -24dB/Oct
• Envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
• Filter Drive

Amp:

• Envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release

LFO:

• 2 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

Effects:

• Multi-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 Functions:

• Portamento
• Unison
• Chord memory

Step sequencer:

• 64 steps: Each step can record 8 notes and 4 controls
• Recording modes: Real-time/Step/TR-REC
• Probability
• Random pattern generator

• Mode: Up, Down, Up&Down, Random, Note Order
• Scale: 16 variations

Motional Pad:

• Two-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 Controllers:

• Pitch Bend wheel
• Modulation 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 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 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)

Dimensions:

• 655 (W) x 336 (D) x 92 (H) mm
• 25-13/16 (W) x 13-1/4 (D) x 3-5/8 (H) inches

Weight:

• 4.4 kg / 9 lbs 12 oz

Accessories:

• Startup 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