Roland GAIA 2
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Roland
GAIA 2
Product Info
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The GAIA 2 is a surprisingly powerful little synth, great for sound design and bringing a retro vibe to your productions. It’s a fantastic option for electronic musicians, soundtrack composers, and anyone wanting a portable, creative tool without a massive learning curve. The sequencing capabilities are a real highlight.
Product Description
- Roland GAIA 2
- Digital Synthesizer
- 37 Key Keyboard
- Maximum Polyphony: 22 Voices
- Three oscillators per voice: 1x wavetable oscillator with 63 wavetables and phase modulation
- 2x oscillator with sine
- triangle
- sawtooth
- square
- super-saw and noise
- ring modulation
- cross modulation and oscillator synchronisation
- Assignable AD-envelope for oscillator modulations
- Multimode filter (lowpass
- bandpass
- highpass) with resonance
- filter drive and selectable filter slope (-12dB
- -18dB
- -24dB)
- ADSR envelope for filter and amplifier
- Two LFOs
- each with up to 4 assignable modulation destinations
- 5 waveforms
- programmable step LFO and tempo synchronisation
- Effects section with 53 multi-effects
- reverb
- chorus and delay as well as master compressor
- arpeggiator and step sequencer with up to 64 steps
- Motional pad with recording function for controlling sound parameters
- Pitch- and Modulation wheels
- Memory locations for 256 factory and 512 user presets
- Pre-installed SH-101 Model Expansion (further Model Expansions available via Roland Cloud)
- Direct download of model expansions and sound packages from the Roland Cloud via optional Roland WC-1 Wireless Adapter (Art. #531609#
- not included)
- OLED display
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 655 x 336 x 92 mm
- Weight: 4.4 kg
- Includes external power supply (PSB-5U)
- Suitable bag Roland CB-B37: Art: #576444# (not included)
- *Connections: *
- USB-A connection: for MIDI controller or mass storage device
- USB-C port: for data transfer
- USB Audio/MIDI and AIRA Link
- Stereo line outputs: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- Pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In/Out: 5-pin DIN
PROS
- • Excellent wavetable engine delivers unique, evolving sounds.
- • Versatile filter section provides a wide range of tonal possibilities.
- • Step sequencer and arpeggiator inspire creative sequencing.
- • Compact size and lightweight design make it highly portable.
CONS
- • 37 keys limit expressive playing for pianists.
- • Limited polyphony can be restrictive for dense arrangements.
- • Plastic build feels less premium compared to higher-end synths.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
37
Key Type
Mini Keys
Synthesis Type
Digital Hybrid
Polyphony
22 Voices
Effects
53 Multi-Effects, Reverb, Chorus, Delay, Compressor
Connections
MIDI In/Out, Audio In/Out, USB
Weight
Approximately 6.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Juno series is known for its warm analog tones; the GAIA 2 offers a more digital, textured sound with wavetable capabilities, but can emulate classic synth sounds effectively.
Absolutely, the MIDI and USB connectivity makes it easy to integrate into a live setup and sync with software.
Yes, the filter drive and selectable slopes provide plenty of grit and character for creating powerful, distorted tones.
