Roland SH-01A Boutique – Limited Edition (used)

A complete revival of SH-101

The SH-01A reimagines Roland’s venerable SH-101 synthesizer as a Boutique Series module. Just like the original, the SH-01A generates distinctive bass sounds and bubbly analog effects using a simple 1-VCO, 1-VCF, 1-VCA, 1-LFO design. But thanks to modern innovations, you can now perform full chords with 4-voice polyphony, greatly expanding your sound palette. And whether you craft a throbbing bass line, buzzing lead, or otherworldly sound effect, you can store up to 64 preset patches for instant recall. Complete with 100-note step sequencer, arpeggiator, and selectable advanced LFO, the SH-01A is a must-have for any synth enthusiast.

For the SH-01A, Roland modeled their iconic SH-101 synthesizer right down to the component level using their proprietary Analog Circuit Behavior technology. The SH-101 was originally produced in 1983 and is now legendary for its alluring bass sounds and edgy analog tones. This popular monophonic synth was pretty simple, employing a 1-VCO, 1-VCF, 1-VCA, 1-LFO structure, and was used extensively in industrial and dance music throughout the late ’80s and ’90s. The SH-101’s distinctive sounds are coveted by electronic artists worldwide, and now thanks to the SH-01A, those elusive sounds can be yours.

Specifications

• Type: Synthesizer Module
• Other Controllers: 2 x Ribbon controllers
• Polyphony: 4 Notes
• Presets: 64 writeable preset patches
• Oscillators: 1 x VCO, 1 x LFO
• VCA: 1 x VCA
• Filter: 1 x VCF
• Arpeggiator: Yes
• Sequencer: 64 patterns, 100 steps
• Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8″ (mix in), 1 x 1/8″ (external click)
• Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/8″ (output), 1 x 1/8″ (headphones)
• MIDI I/O: In/Out
• Other I/O: CV out, Gate out
• USB: 1 x Type Micro-B
• Expansion: K-25m keyboard (sold separately)
• Power Supply: 4 x AA bateries / USB bus powered
• Power Usage: 500mA
• Height: 1.81″
• Width: 11.81″
• Depth: 5.06″
• Weight: 2 lbs. 3 oz.