Roland SH-4D Desktop Synthesizer

Classic

The new SH-4D model is inspired by the legendary Roland SH synthesizers and delivers fat vintage analog-style sounds based on up to four different waveforms. Alternatively, choose the SH-3D model, where the fourth part is replaced by an additional LFO. Even a chord model for jamming and creating complex chord changes using single tones and simple slider movements is included.

Modulated

The ring model delivers distinctive metallic textures based on deep sound-shaping options using crossfade parameters, waveforms, tuning, and more. With the sync model, you can quickly and easily create synchronized oscillator sounds with dynamic harmony and powerful envelope curves.

Legends

The SH-4D includes iconic sounds from Roland’s rich history. With authentic sounds from the SH-101 and JUNO-106 models, you create classic analog-style tones. Additionally, you can enrich your tracks with the PCM model and its vast selection of sample-based sounds from our historical library.

Everything Under Control

With a total of 32 rotary knobs, four sliders, and numerous multifunction buttons, new sounds and performances arise spontaneously. Depending on the selected mode, the LCD display and the functions of sliders and buttons adjust automatically. This means no more menu diving and you can let your creative flow run free.

Massive Effects

The SH-4D is packed with famous Roland effects that let you refine, roughen, or completely transform your sounds and patterns. During your performance, you can access various effect types, change parameters, set send levels, and much more via intuitive controls and menus.

Maximum MFX, Maximum Impact

Each sequencer part features an independent MFX processor with 95 effect types. From filters, drive, and lo-fi effects to delays, pitch shifters, phasers, flangers, and the famous JUNO chorus – you’ll always find the perfect effects for your style.

Global Tonal Colors

The SH-4D includes shared chorus, delay, and reverb effects with send controls for each part and buttons on the control surface for quick activation/deactivation. Besides an MFX processor on the pattern output, a global EQ and compressor are also available for fine-tuning the overall mix.

Moving Music

The SH-4D features built-in motion sensors that let you hold the synthesizer and change sounds by physically moving the device. Via D-Motion, you control two assignable parameters on the X/Y axis. The unique Visual Arpeggio function is also available to playfully shape note patterns via interactive displays.

Multitimbral Sequencing

The SH-4D sequencer is always ready to turn sound ideas into compact loops or extended compositions. The interface is designed to make spontaneous sound development even more intuitive. With up to 60 polyphonic voices, there’s enough processing power to fully realize your musical ideas within the SH-4D.

Motion Recording

Start real-time recording to capture knob and slider movements. To refine individual motion sequences, you can either record another pass or open the list editor and begin fine-tuning. If you want to start completely fresh, you can quickly and easily delete all recorded moves in a pattern with one command.

Tools with a Surprise Factor

The SH-4D offers many more ways to add color and detail to your sounds and creations. By setting probability values per step, you encourage creative chaos. You can also add flams and ratchets via sub-steps. Besides the Visual Arpeggio function, a traditional arpeggiator is of course available to generate building note patterns.

Your Mobile Synthesis Studio

The SH-4D can be powered by a standard USB-C phone charger or run for up to four hours on AA batteries. Whether in the studio, on the go, or at home – its robust and compact design invites you to produce anytime.

With HARMONIC, experience the power of additive synthesis. Use the classic drawbar organ setup to shape powerful, layered sounds – from dominant basses to bell-clear chimes to deep pads. The drawbars are automatically assigned to the SH-4D sliders, enabling precise and intuitive control of the complex harmonic overtone structure.

STEP is a dynamic OSC model that uses step-based LFO modulation to create dynamic movements in sounds. Set up to 16 steps per cycle. For each step, 37 curve shapes are available, defining the temporal change of the sound and controlling pitch, filter cutoff, amplitude, and panning.