The Roland Cloud SH-2 Virtual Instrument is a faithful replica of the classic SH-2 synthesizer in plug-in format for your DAW. Created during a time of transition for synthesizers, the unique monophonic design of the SH-2 can be heard on all of your favourite records. From the past to this day, it is still utilised to create the most bone-rattling synth bass sounds of all time.
Using innovative ACB (analog circuit behaviour) component level replication, the SH-2 Virtual Instrument produces an authentic sonic reproduction of the original. It delivers raw vintage tones with the dual VCOs plus sub-oscillator configuration. This allows for the creation of fat bass sounds, edgy leads, and wild effects that are indistinguishable from the original. The meticulous recreation extends to the behaviour of the individual analog circuits and their interactions with each other, capturing the charm and quirks of the original design in a plug-in format.
The SH-2 Virtual Instrument is the perfect companion for live musicians and studio engineers. It allows for the quick recall of 64 user presets on the fly, with a host of effects and newly added features. These features include two ADSR envelopes, an expanded VCO range for ultra-deep sub-bass, and a tempo-syncing arpeggiator. The instrument provides access to the immaculate sounds of the SH-2 in your studio sessions without the need for time-consuming setups that stifle your creativity.
Not only that, but the SH-2 Virtual Instrument supports Roland Plug-out systems for a range of hardware integration. This allows you to take the classic sounds of the SH-2 with you wherever you go, without needing a computer. Please Note: This product comes in the form of a digital download code that will be sent to your email for activation. [More info…]
Vintage bass sounds are one of the key strengths of the SH-2. The combination of two VCOs and a sub-oscillator allows for extremely fat and warm vintage bass sounds. It can be used to add depth and movement to guitar melodies, create single-note bass lines that shake the room, or layer up chord fundamentals to create a huge wall of sound. Since its launch, the SH-2 has been a favourite among synth aficionados for producing earth-shaking bass sounds.
The SH-2 Virtual Instrument accurately models the original hardware unit using innovative ACB technology. It captures every fine detail, including the interactions that occur between individual circuits when manipulated in certain ways. These interactions, unique to analog circuitry, have been meticulously designed and implemented. They can be heard in subtle changes in tonality when unrelated parameters are adjusted. The instrument aims to capture the charm and nuance of the analog circuitry that is revered by so many. Every nuance and recognisable sound is present, from the self-oscillating VCF to the attack and decay characteristics of the steep envelope, and the unique harmonic makeup and pitch wavering that define the sound of the late 70s and early 80s. The instrument also includes new features to fit modern workflow and demands, such as an expanded VCO range to create ultra-deep bass, two ADSR envelopes, modern effects (reverb, tempo-syncing delay, and bit-crusher), auto-bend with support for reverse actions, and a tempo-syncing arpeggiator.
The SH-2 Virtual Instrument supports Plug-out format for extended operation with Roland hardware synths, such as the System-8 or System-1. This seamless integration opens up a whole new world of options and potential with your SH-2 Virtual Instrument. You can transfer sounds back and forth between the hardware and software, carry your sounds with you anywhere, and update your presets. With hardware integration, you can interact with your SH-2 as an instrument, using faders and sliders for automating and editing on the fly with real physical controls that don’t require a computer.
The features include a faithful recreation of the classic monophonic synthesizer sound from the late 70s, built-in arpeggiator with pitch shifting that syncs to your DAW, ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior) component level replication, five waveforms to choose from, three VCOs with various parameters, a sub-oscillator for huge bass sounds, and added features not available on the original. These added features include an expanded VCO range, two envelopes, reverb, delay, and crusher effects. The instrument offers seamless plug-out integration with SYSTEM-1 for use without a computer. The SH-2 Virtual Instrument is designed to fit the demands of modern production and includes increased VCO range for ultra-deep bass, two ADSR envelopes, modern effects, auto-bend, and tempo-synced arpeggiator.
The specifications include various sampling frequencies, 64 patches per bank, a tuning range, maximum polyphony, effects, plug-out hardware compatibility, and system requirements. The SH-2 Virtual Instrument requires specific operating systems, host applications, CPU, RAM, hard disk space, and display resolution and colour. Internet connectivity is needed for software activation, and Adobe Reader is required to read the online help. The installation of the SYSTEM-1 driver is necessary to plug-out the software to the SYSTEM-1.
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