The sh 101 is especially well suited for this modification due to the tiny size of the midijack circuit board and the fact that it is the first analog midi retrofit ever made that costs less than the instrument itself. Talbassline roland sh 101 the sh 101 was released by roland in 1982 but lost the mainstream battle with the dx7 and got discontinued in 1986. Roland sh101 samples 157mb these samples originally appeared on computer music magazines cover dvd. Needless to say, internet tongues are wagging, and we await further developments with interest. The sh 101 is the culmination of roland s illustrious sh line of monophonic synthesizers. In contrast to the many complex synthesizers available at the time, the sh101 quickly became popular for its characteristic tone and simple onevco onevcf onevca onelfo structure. The sh01a is a meticulous reproduction of the iconic roland sh101, one of the most popular classic synthesizers of all time. Ive read that at the time it came out it wasnt a smashing success sales wise which led to many sh101s ending up in pawn shops and other second hand stores were it was purchased cheaply by the early electronic music pioneers. Roland sh 101 moog something for their distinctive mono sound roland jupiter 64 prob. The recent fully analog se02 raised our hopes for more genuinely analog roland instruments but it was not to be. Introducing the roland sh101 software synthesizer plugin a complete reproduction of the iconic roland sh101 monosynth. It has a simple layout with features such as a single oscillator with various mixable waveforms, a 100step sequencer, and an up, down, or updown arpeggiator.
Roland sh 101 for sale in uk 60 used roland sh 101. The sh 01a adds 64 writeable patches that can serve as presets for different tracks or quick starting points. Sounds of the roland software synthesizer plugins now you can add the classic sh 101, sh 2, promars, system100, and new aira system1, made by roland, to your arsenal of software instruments. The roland worldwide social network keeps you connected to the latest products, exciting events, and much more. Gaia patches classic minimoog patches by tatogaia wed oct 05, 2016 12. Jul 27, 2014 here is a video of my sh 101 in action. Realtime controls feature 29 front panel knobs and sliders, assignable pitchmod stick and roland s infrared dbeam controller.
Our analog circuit behavior acb technology reproduces the sh 101 s legendary sounds by faithfully recreating the actual behavior of the original analog circuits, right down to the fine details and odd quirks that. This is a great example to show how versatile one single sh 201 patch can be and how analog the sh 201 filters sound. Aug 27, 2017 in this video weve synced up the sh 01a with the boutique tr08. This spike wave source is very useful for brightening a bass patch. Why isnt a synth like the roland sh101 still in production. A zip file is linked below, which contains a bin file for the plugin and a set of patch files for the system1. Sh 101 had no patch saving so there isnt an old backlog of patches people have made like on the dx7, im sure there is stuff around but not on the scale of the dx7. The roland sh101 is a monophonic synthesizer, featuring a 2 12 octave 32note fc keyboard in a light, plastic case. Commonly, this programs installer has the following filenames. You can import the factoryset patch bank as follows.
Manual roland has made manuals for most of their products available as free pdf downloads. The ms1 features an authentic 3340 analog oscillator with four simultaneously mixabl. Looking for a list of patch settings for the roland sh101. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled. It updates the original with enhanced connectivity, a step sequencer, an arpeggiator and more. Vuvucela patch list wk2010 special fme st analog synth patch list my first bank, inspirited by jupiter and moog classic synth sounds.
And you get a software interface that looks like an sh 101. Roland say its an accurate replica of the legendary sh 101. The following plans describe a method of adding midi capability to the popular roland sh 101 analog synthesizer with the synhouse midijack. I think its a crime for roland to shy away from using the sysex standard to load tones and patches, especially from a customer support standpoint.
Ps, if this is posted in the wrong place, please feel free to move it, moderator. Aug 06, 2018 nearly 5 months in the making, this is the fresh new ultimate patches collection of 320 original high quality patches for the roland sh01a. Roland say its an accurate replica of the legendary sh101. The microkorg falls somewhat short of sh 101 s headlining features, but does so in a similar form factor with more soundcrafting options. Nearly 5 months in the making, this is the fresh new ultimate patches collection of 320 original high quality patches for the roland sh 01a. Roland sh01a boutique series desktop synthesizer zzounds. It can run on batteries and it came in a number of exciting colors. Mid sequencer files and make them available for downloading. Pulse width to near 0% by closing the pulsewidth to a spike, new sounds can be attained by the sh 101. Loaded with hundreds of poly, unison and mono patches. Roland mks50 patches and tones your one stop resource for. The sh01a definitely delivers the goods when it comes to those famous flat 101 bass lines but, in the 4 voice polyphonic mode, leads to results that remind us of our beloved jupiter 4 and juno 60. Sh101 square basic single oscillator sh 101 square wave. With two beefy analogmodeling oscillators onboard, complete with roland s famous supersaw waveform and resonant filter, this little synth can blow down doors.
In sh 101 terms, it looks like setting the modulator lfo to a low number, and increasing the mod of the vco slightly letting the lfo slightly affect the oscillators pitch should do it, although its been about ten years since ive used an sh 101 and im just going by. Using dsps and analog circuit behavior acb technology, roland has painstakingly created digital models of vintage roland synths like system100, system700, sh 101, etc. Introducing the roland sh 101 software synthesizer plugin a complete reproduction of the iconic roland sh 101 monosynth. Use the roland system1 or system8 hardware synths as the ultimate sh 101 usb controllers or plug out the 101 and all your sounds to system1 or. Sh 101 plugout software synthesizer trial version for mac os. The overall sound is fresh, bright and typically roland though thats not to say that it lacks warmth. Sh201 patches, piano sound, where can i find it by artemiy fri dec 03, 2010 6. Roland system1 aira variable synthesizer keyboard, blemished.
Patch file this is a text document describing how to set up the sh 101 for a nice orbital style synth lead sound. Sep 20, 2017 the sh 01a recreates the roland sh 101 using analog circuit modeling, adding polyphony, new performance features and more. Ultimate patches collection features 320 original patches 060818 ultimate patches has released ultimate patches for roland sh 01a, which they say has been nearly 5 months in the making and features 320 original high quality patches for the roland sh 01a. Roland s analog circuit behavior acb technology reproduces the sh 101 s legendary sounds by faithfully recreating the actual behavior of the original analog circuits, right down to the fine details and odd quirks that. This software is sh 101 plugout software synthesizer trial version. This recording was intended to accompany my ebay page where it would demonstrate the working condition of the synth and slowly hypnotize the viewer into. Sh 101 plugout software synthesizer trial version for windows. Ultimate patches bestselling synth presets for select. With its massive sound, hands on ease, and affordable price, the gaia sh 01 is a highperformance value with oldschool charm. The sh 01a is built on roland s acb analog circuitry behaviour modelling technology, like the other boutique reissues. This is based on the classic roland sh101 analog synthesizer from the 80s. The roland sh101 synth samples are supplied in a zip file, so youll need to extract them before you can see them. In fact, it was the last monosynth the company produced in the analogue era, with its production run continuing through to 1986 when it was phased out as part of rolands shift to digital hardware the allconquering d50 was released the following year, which set the direction for.
But that inspiring sound could vanish as quickly as it appeared due to its lack of patch memory. Theres also a full complement of knobs and slidersplus analogstyle drums. The simple design of the sh 101 made patch creation immediate, with sounds quickly forming under the movement of each key and slider. A bank of patches for the sh 101 vst plugin or system1 plugout.
Even though its super fun and easy to use, the sh 201 is no toy when it comes to sound. Its also easier to program so many people find patch sharing less needed. The sh 101 gives its user smooth and intuitive control over its incredible sounding oscillator and resonant lowpass filter. Confusingly, clicking the name of a patch edits its title, rather than bringing up the patch loading menu. This is essentially the same flow and procedure as it is with the system1. Roland clan forums view topic sh201 patches, piano sound. Hi, im selling this powerhouse of a synth as gear acquisition syndrome has struck and mrs tells me its one in one out. Presumably inspired or sampled from roland s famous modular system. Youd have to tape it to a battery powered keyboard to make a 101. Roland sh 101 original or plugout the final test by. Some of these are shown below in the plugin screenshots, one showing the sh 101 view and one showing the system1 view. In these highquality patches for the sh 01a youll have access to an excellent range of sounds from mario bros to star trek to 70s funk and everything in between you can imagine, and cant.
It was designed as a strap on synth with an optional modulation attachment that stuck out like a guitar neck. The korg volca bass is similar in function, but not in formfactor. Capturing the original the now legendary sh101 was a monophonic synthesizer launched by roland in 1982. Roland sh101 seamless demo various patches youtube. Provides an overview of key features, functions and operational tips. Never a rock stars instrument like the minimoog or prophet5, the 101 was a synthesiser for the rest of us, and a damned fine one, too. There are 64 preset sound patches as well as 64 user patchesa huge improvement over the paltry 32 user patches in the sh201. A bass patch, with only the sub osc waveform assigned, can be brightened, but not raise in pitch, by adding a little pulse width signal with a manual setting of less than. It does require a daw as the host for the plugout, in order to load it into a plugout slot on the system8. If you have an sh 3 you can use the 3a patch sheet below, but if you really want one with the right name add a note in the message to.
Our analog circuit behavior acb technology reproduces the sh101 s legendary sounds by faithfully recreating the actual behavior of the original analog circuits, right down to the fine details and odd quirks that have endeared the synth to musicians and producers for decades. Monophonic bass these examples are intended as a companion document for the users guide to the roland sh 01a. Sh101 patch settings vintage synth explorer forums. The sh 01a is a meticulous reproduction of the iconic roland sh 101, one of the most popular classic synthesizers of all time. Last month, i used the moog minimoog to create a patch designed to represent as far as possible. A comparison between the original roland sh 101 and the new plugout sh 101 of the system 1. A beautiful and very expressive analog pad whose sonic characteristics vary based on velocity sensitivity. Sh201 additional patch download page patch 100 pad.
Download the preset patch bank file and decompress it. Released in 1982 it was designed with simplicity, and performance in mind. Producer francis preve let us know that hes put together a new free library of synth patches for ableton live, featuring the sound of the roland sh101 synthesizer. The sh 01a recreates the roland sh101 using analog circuit modeling, adding polyphony, new performance features and more. The behringer ms1 analog synthesizer formerly ms 101 pays homage to the classic roland sh 101 from the 1980s, with a design and feature set that calls to the vintage original but in a more affordable package. We used the sh 01as onboard sequencer function to create a basic sequence as the backbone to explore the sh 01as sounds. The sh101, released in 1982, was the last in the sh series. The roland sh 101 is a classic analog monosynth from the early 80s. Top 5 free emulations of famous synths minimoog, dx7. The most popular versions among the software users are 1. It was designed as a strapon synth with an optional modulation attachment that stuck out like a guitar neck.
The panel of the relatively rare sh 3 was identical to the later sh 3a, the only change was internal in the filter design. Sh101 patch settings post by man009 sun sep 26, 2010 3. The triplestacked engine puts potent virtual analog synthesis under your fingertips, yet the control panel is so fun, friendly, and inviting, even firsttimers can create great sounds. These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
Control voltage with the sh101 plugout for aira system1m control voltage is used in modular synthesizers and is the way in which each module interconnects and speaks to each other. The synthesizer was the zeitgeist of music in the early 80s. The roland sh 101 is a monophonic synthesizer, featuring a 2 12 octave 32note fc keyboard in a light, plastic case. It is full offline installer standalone setup of roland vs sh 101 v1. It features one vco plus sub oscillator, an arpeggiator, and a simple sequencer. You wont find any screens or menus on this synthso if youre in the market for a handson, tactile synthesizer, the roland gaia sh01 is not to be overlooked. Probably the only synth synth to rival dx7 in the large online library is the d50boutique d05. This era of music saw performance and synthesis come to a convergence.
The sh 101 needs several different internal voltage rails so the roland engineers designed a small stepup transformer circuit where the 9v dc from the battery or the 912v dc from the mains adaptor is first turned into ac and boosted through a tiny transformer that you can see in the above photos which generates a higher ac voltage that is. The sh 201 is equipped with two analogue modeling oscillators four when in dual or split mode, a multimode filter, ring modulator, and it allows routing an external audio signal into its own dedicated filter. Right now, there is only one plugout available for the system8, the sh 101 plugout. This is a tutorial and demo of the tal bassline 101 vst synth plugin.
If the sh201 could be said to have a signature sound, it may be due in part to the 24dboctave filter, which is similar in character to that of the jp8000. Control voltage with the sh101 plugout for aira system1m. Almost every band on tv and radio featured at least one keyboard player, perched proudly behind a rack of synthesizers. The sh01a is built on rolands acb analog circuitry behaviour modelling technology, like the other boutique reissues. Roland have managed to incorporate many valuable new facilities enhanced voicing, poly mode, the polyphonic sequencer, chord mode, patch and sequencer memories, an improved arpeggiator, midi, audio over usb and more while leaving the sh 01as essential 101 iness unscathed. However in the 90s the synth became popular again it was used by artists such as boards of canada, autechre, luke vibert or the chemical brothers. First manufactured in 1982, the roland sh 101 is an analog monophonic bass synthesizer most notable for its use in techno and acid house music. This channel provides information of the roland s best quality electronic musical instruments. Sh101 software synthesizer plugin introducing the roland sh101 software synthesizer plugin a complete reproduction of the iconic roland sh101 monosynth. The free phase soundset by che for the roland gaia sh01 by futurenoise tue jul 30, 20 9. Roland s smaller sh series synths including the sh 1, sh 2, sh 3a, sh 09 and sh 101.
There are 48 patches by default, though i imagine more will surface soon from the community of aira owners or roland themselves. Nov 29, 2014 this pin was discovered by tim nugent. Stay up to date with roland news, artists, promotions, events, and more. A few seconds of one instrument, then a little pause to lower and raise the volumen and a few seconds of the same sound made with the other instrument. Owners manual thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the roland sh201. The sh 32 synthesizer is a nod to roland s past with a look toward the future. Control voltage with the sh101 plugout for aira system1m control voltage is used in modular synthesizers and is the way in. Producer francis preve let us know that hes put together a new free library of synth patches for ableton live, featuring the sound of the roland sh101 synthesizer heres what preve has to say about these simpler instruments. It will only work with alpha juno1 and alpha juno2 synths. In sh 101 terms, it looks like setting the modulator lfo to a low number, and increasing the mod of the vco slightly letting the lfo slightly affect the oscillators pitch should do it, although its been about ten years since ive used an sh 101 and im just going by an online photo of the controls. This 4part multitimbral synth uses new wave acceleration synthesis to deliver up to 32 voices of fat synth waves and entirely new waveforms. Is behringer about to steal rolands thunder with this sh101 clone.
The file size of the latest downloadable installer is 9. This month, he looks at the roland sh101 and arp axxe. Heres what preve has to say about these simpler instruments. Control voltage is used in modular synthesizers and is the way in which each module interconnects and speaks to each other.