Roland GAIA 2, 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.

• 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)

Wavetable

Complementing the basic shapes we all know and love, the wavetable oscillator section in GAIA 2 offers multiple waveforms, and you can jump or morph between them for everything from dramatic shifts to slowly evolving textures. Adding the wavetable oscillator introduces contrasting textures into the mix, leading to unforeseen and exciting results.

Virtual Analog

GAIA 2 gives you the tools to recreate the most famous analog synths of all time—or craft all-new voices never heard before. Twin virtual analog oscillators provide the building blocks of synthesis, enabling you to conjure past classics with complete authenticity. Or head in the opposite direction and sculpt the tones of the future. Just think about the sound you want and start tweaking to make it come alive.

Specs:

Keyboard37 KeysSound GeneratorGAIA-2 sound generator
Pre-installed Model Expansion SH-101

Other Model Expansions (optional- via Roland Cloud)Maximum Polyphony22 voices (3 x oscillators per voice)
* The maximum polyphony varies depending on sound settings or the selected Model Expansion.TonesPreset tone: 256
User tone: 512OscillatorsOSC 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 DriveFilterFilter type: LPF, BPF, HPF
Filter slope: -12dB/Oct, -18dB/Oct, -24dB/Oct
Envelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release
Filter DriveAmpEnvelope: Attack, Decay, Sustain, ReleaseLFO2 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 LFOEffectsMulti-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 CompressorOther FunctionsPortamento
Unison
Chord memoryStep sequencer64 steps : Each step can record 8 notes and 4 controls
Recording modes: Real-time/Step/TR-REC
Probability
Random pattern generatorArpeggiatorMode: Up, Down, Up&Down, Random, Note Order
Scale: 16 variationsMotional PadTwo 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 pointerOther ControllersPitch Bend wheel
Modulation wheelDisplayOLED 128 x 64 dotsConnectorsHEADPHONES 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 SupplyAC 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 Draw600 mA (AC adaptor)
1,800 mA (USB bus power supply)External MemoryUSB Flash drive (commercially available)AccessoriesStartup Guide
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor (PSB-5U)
Power cordOptions (sold separately)Pedal Switch: DP series
Expression Pedal: EV-5
Wireless Adapter: WC-1
Keyboard Bag: CB-B37Size and WeightWidth655 mm
25-13/16 inchesDepth336 mm
13-1/4 inchesHeight92 mm
3-5/8 inchesWeight4.4 kg / 9 lbs 12 oz