The GAIA 2 synthesiser opens up limitless sonic possibilities through its innovative hybrid engine that merges wavetable and virtual analogue synthesis technologies. This powerful instrument features an intuitive panel layout that guides you through the synthesis workflow, making sound design both accessible for beginners and rewarding for experienced producers. The full-size keys provide exceptional playability for live performance, while the built-in sequencer and Motional Pad allow you to create complex sounds and phrases with dynamic movement that can be modified in real-time.
At the heart of GAIA 2 lies a newly developed sound engine that combines twin virtual analogue oscillators with a wavetable oscillator section, offering multiple waveforms that can be morphed or jumped between for dramatic shifts or slowly evolving textures. The multimode filter section includes a Drive knob for adding grit and power, enabling everything from smooth vintage-inspired tones to cutting-edge sci-fi soundscapes. Roland Model Expansions are fully supported, with the legendary SH-101 pre-installed, allowing you to instantly swap between the built-in engine and classic synthesisers like the JUPITER-8 or JUNO-106.
The instrument features comprehensive modulation capabilities with two LFOs that can each control up to four parameters, plus classic Roland effects including 53 MFX types, dedicated Chorus section, and Delay/Reverb section with the newly developed Shimmer Reverb. The sequencer supports real-time and step recording with external synchronisation via MIDI or USB, while the high-contrast OLED display shows audio waveforms and Motional Pad movement paths. Connectivity includes USB Type-A for flash drives or MIDI controllers, plus USB-C for computer integration and AIRA Link communication with other Roland devices.
- 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 aluminium 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)