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Description
Dive into the realm of pure analog synthesis with the Roland System 100, a timeless piece that echoes the golden era of monophonic synthesizers. Its classic design, reminiscent of the revered SH series, offers a seamless blend of simplicity and sonic versatility. The System 100 is not just a synthesizer; it's a modular ecosystem, including the foundational Model 101 synth, designed for both the purist and the innovative musician looking to explore uncharted soundscapes. With its straightforward interface and Roland's signature sound, this synthesizer invites you to rediscover the joy of hands-on sound creation.
Key Features:
- Analog monophonic synthesizer, part of the Roland System 100 modular ecosystem
- Includes the Model 101 synthesizer, a cornerstone of analog synthesis
- 37-note keyboard provides a responsive playing experience
- Versatile sound shaping with VCO, LFO, VCA, and VCF with high and low pass filters
- Integrated ADSR envelope and noise generator for dynamic sound design
Product specs
| Brand | Roland |
| Model | System 100 Modular Synthesizer |
| Finish | Black / Silver |
| Year | 1975 - 1979 |
| Categories | Complete Modular Synth Systems, Keyboard Synths |
| Analog / Digital | Analog |
| Built-In Speakers | No |
| Key Size | Full Size |
| Keyboard Action | Synth Action |
| Number of Keys | 37 Keys |
| Polyphony | 1 Voice |
FAQs
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Is the Roland System 100 suitable for beginners?
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The Roland System 100 is a vintage modular synthesizer that offers extensive sound design possibilities, making it more suitable for experienced users familiar with analog synths and modular setups.
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Can the Roland System 100 produce polyphonic sounds?
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No, the Roland System 100 is a monophonic synthesizer, which means it can produce only one note at a time.
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What type of sound generation does the Roland System 100 use?
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The Roland System 100 utilizes analog sound generation, providing warm and rich tones characteristic of classic synthesizers from the 1970s.
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Does the Roland System 100 have built-in speakers?
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No, the Roland System 100 does not include built-in speakers. External amplification is required to hear the sound output.
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How many keys does the Roland System 100 keyboard have?
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The Roland System 100 features a 37-key keyboard with full-size keys and synth action, suitable for expressive playing.
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The Roland System 100 from 1975
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Among the gear in this picture is a System 100 (along with a System 102 Expander), an Arp 2600, and an Arp Sequencer.
In the record inlay of Tim Blake Blake's New Jerusalem (1978) are all instruments listed that Tim Blake played on the record.
In the video in which Moonlight Matters is taking Future Music Magazine on a tour of his studio, at 0:36:09 he says "Next is definitely on of my favourite synths of all time, the reason being because I've got a lot of analog stuff but these oscillators are the phattest I've ever come across". You can see the model name at 0:38:25 in the video on the mixer part of the synthezator.
Here I’ve got the 101-Synth and 102-Expander units of the Roland System 100 semi-modular system. Even though I use it less than the SH-101, I’d have to say that this is my favourite of all the vintage synths I own.
In his "Studio Tour!" video on YouTube, Alex Ball is seen at 35:39 demonstrating the Roland System 100 analog synthesizer as part of his synth setup.
On the Discogs page of the 1997 album "Rocket Shrine" by the band "C.C.C.C.C.", it is credited that Hasegawa used a Roland System 100 on the track "Behind The Forest Silence".
Richard X vs. Liberty X - Being Nobody Synthesizer [System 100, Mpc60] – Richard X
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