Roland
Roland SH-4D Compact Desktop Synthesizer - Sound Design
★★★★★
USB-C
Unleash Your Sonic Creativity with a Compact Powerhouse The Roland SH-4d is a compact desktop synthesizer packed with versatile sound design tools. Explore the sounds of yesterday, today, and tomorrow with its hands-on workflow, extensive effects, and multitimbral pattern sequencer. Suited for st...
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Overview
Unleash Your Sonic Creativity with a Compact Powerhouse
The Roland SH-4d is a compact desktop synthesizer packed with versatile sound design tools. Explore the sounds of yesterday, today, and tomorrow with its hands-on workflow, extensive effects, and multitimbral pattern sequencer. Suited for studio, stage, and traveling, this synth unleashes inspiration from the moment you power it on.
Specifications:
- Brand: Roland
- Model: SH-4D
- OSC Models: 11
- Polyphony: Up to 60 voices
- Sequencer: Multitimbral with 128 patterns, real-time and step recording
- Effects: Extensive FX suite
- Panel: Direct-access with 32 knobs, four sliders, and numerous buttons
- Connectors: USB Type-C (audio/MIDI interface), Phones jack, Output jacks, Mix In jack, Ext Clk In jack, MIDI connectors
- Dimensions: 16.7 x 9.8 x 5.5 inches
- Weight: 5.7 pounds
Key Features
Meet the SH-4d Synthesizer, a desktop powerhouse with hands-on workflow and deep synthesis tools for designing the sounds of yesterday, today, and tomorrow
Create spontaneous musical moments with 11 OSC Models, a multitimbral pattern sequencer, extensive effects, and plenty of polyphony
With the loaded panel, dynamic controls, motion recording, and more, you can craft evolving sounds and compositions as fast as the ideas come
Equally suited for studio, stage, and traveling, the SH-4d is an incredibly versatile synth that unleashes inspiration from the moment you power on
Four independent synth parts and a dedicated rhythm part with up to 60 voices of total polyphony
Multitimbral sequencer with 128 patterns, real-time recording, two step-entry modes, and motion recording
Fully loaded direct-access panel with 32 knobs, four sliders, and a massive array of buttons
Extensive onboard sound processing with MFX for each Tone plus global MFX, reverb, chorus, delay, and more.
With the integrated USB-C audio/MIDI interface, you can record 12 discrete audio channels directly into your DAW.
Specifications
Product Type
Compact Desktop Synthesizer
OSC Models
11
Polyphony
Up to 60 voices (total)
Synth Parts
4 independent
Rhythm Part
1 dedicated
Sequencer Patterns
128
Control Interface
32 Knobs, 4 Sliders, Buttons
Audio Interface
USB-C (12 discrete channels)
MIDI Interface
USB-C
Onboard Effects
MFX (per Tone), Global MFX, Reverb, Chorus, Delay
Recording Modes
Real-time, two step-entry
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a hands-on workflow and deep synthesis tools for sound design, covering past, present, and future sounds.
- Features 11 OSC Models, providing a wide range of sonic starting points for creative exploration.
- Includes a multitimbral pattern sequencer, enabling the creation of complex and evolving compositions.
- Equipped with extensive effects and plenty of polyphony, supporting rich and layered soundscapes.
- The loaded direct-access panel features 32 knobs, four sliders, and a large array of buttons for intuitive control.
- Provides four independent synth parts and a dedicated rhythm part, with up to 60 voices of total polyphony.
- The multitimbral sequencer offers 128 patterns with real-time recording and two step-entry modes.
- Features extensive onboard sound processing with MFX for each Tone, plus global MFX, reverb, chorus, and delay.
- Integrates a USB-C audio/MIDI interface, allowing recording of 12 discrete audio channels directly into a DAW.
- Designed to be equally suited for studio, stage, and traveling, offering versatility in use.
👎 Cons
- The compact desktop design means it lacks an integrated keyboard, requiring an external controller for traditional play.
- While offering deep synthesis, new users to synthesis might find the extensive tools and OSC Models to have a learning curve.
- The 60 voices of total polyphony might be a limitation for extremely complex, heavily layered arrangements if all parts are active simultaneously.
- The number of available presets or pre-designed sounds is not specified, so users may need to build sounds from scratch.
- Requires connection to a power source and external speakers or headphones for full functionality, as it is a desktop unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many voices of polyphony does the Roland SH-4D offer?
The Roland SH-4D provides up to 60 voices of total polyphony, distributed across its four independent synth parts and dedicated rhythm part.
Can I record audio from the SH-4D directly into my computer?
Yes, the SH-4D features an integrated USB-C audio/MIDI interface that allows you to record 12 discrete audio channels directly into your DAW.
How many OSC Models are available for sound design on this synthesizer?
The Roland SH-4D includes 11 OSC Models, offering a broad foundation for crafting diverse and evolving sounds.
Does the SH-4D have a built-in sequencer?
Yes, it features a multitimbral pattern sequencer with 128 patterns, supporting both real-time recording and two step-entry modes.
What kind of controls are on the direct-access panel?
The fully loaded direct-access panel includes 32 knobs, four sliders, and a massive array of buttons for hands-on, intuitive sound shaping.
Are there any onboard effects for sound processing?
Yes, the synthesizer has extensive onboard sound processing, including MFX for each Tone, plus global MFX, reverb, chorus, and delay.
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