Product Description

• Complete Replica of the Classic SH-2 Synthesizer  Cross-platform PLUG-OUT instrument for computer DAWs and select Roland hardware synths. The SH-2 Software Synthesizer is an authentic sonic reproduction of Roland’s classic SH-2 synthesizer from 1979. Renowned for its raw vintage tone
• the SH-2’s dual VCO plus sub-oscillator configuration dishes out devastatingly fat basses
• edgy leads
• and wild effects.    Party Like It’s 1979  In the late 1970s
• synthesizers were undergoing a significant transition with the development of polyphony and onboard patch memory. As the world’s synth manufacturers raced to develop these new technologies
• Roland launched a seemingly basic monophonic synthesizer—the now-classic SH-2.  The Place for Bass  Released around the same time as Roland’s pioneering JUPITER-4
• the SH-2’s functionality was conservative by comparison. But its configuration of two VCOs and a sub-oscillator essentially gave it three VCOs
• making it capable of extremely fat and warm analog synth tones. To this day
• many synth aficionados feel it produces the most earth-shaking
• bone-rattling synth bass sounds of all time.    Plug In Your Own SH-2  The SH-2 software leverages Roland’s deep knowledge of the original units to faithfully capture every fine detail
• right down to the interaction between the individual circuits. Everything has been reproduced exactly
• from the self-oscillating VCF to the attack and decay characteristics of the steep envelope. The original’s unique harmonic makeup and pitch wavering are present
• as are behaviors that occur only in analog circuitry
• like the subtle effect on tonality when parameters unrelated to the actual tone are adjusted. There are even some new features that were not available on the original:   VCO range is expandable to 64' for ultra-deep bass  Two ADSR envelopes  Modern effects: reverb
• tempo-syncing delay
• and bit-crusher  Auto-bend with support for reverse actions  Tempo-syncing arpeggiator  Hardware Integration  The SH-2 also supports Roland’s PLUG-OUT format for extended operation with Roland hardware synths like the SYSTEM-8 or the SYSTEM-1. Transfer sounds back and forth between the hardware and software
• and PLUG-OUT directly to the hardware synth to create a standalone SH-2 that goes anywhere and doesn’t require a computer. You can also use the hardware’s knobs and sliders for hands-on control when the plug-in is hosted in your DAW.  Features Faithful software recreation of the classic Roland SH-2 synthesizer from 1979 Dual VCO + sub-oscillator design delivers rich bass
• sharp leads
• and analog FX Detailed circuit modeling captures the original’s raw tone and behavior Expanded features include deeper VCO range
• dual ADSR envelopes
• modern effects
• and tempo-syncing arpeggiator PLUG-OUT support for use with Roland hardware like SYSTEM-8 and SYSTEM-1 Available as a VST
• or AAX plug-in for your DAW <iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="300" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1590952119&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe> System Requirements Operating System: Windows: Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11.  macOS: macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.  Other: An internet connection is required for installing and activating Roland Cloud software.  A compatible DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) or plugin host that supports VST
• or AAX formats.  For certain products like the SYSTEM-8
• specific drivers may be needed. 

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About the Roland SH-2

Experience the quality and tone that makes the Roland SH-2 a popular choice for musicians.

Why Choose the Roland SH-2?

• •Authentic Roland craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of Roland's respected Synth lineup

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