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General| Polyphony | Monophonic |
|---|---|
| Oscillators | 1 VCO |
| Envelope Generator | ADSR |
| LFO | Triangle, Square |
| Year Released | 1979 |
| Manufacturer | Roland |
| Type | Analog |
| Waveforms | Sawtooth, Square |
| Filter | Low-pass |
| Keyboard | 32 keys |
Describes the Modulator controller for pitch/tone changes using LFOs and Sample & Hold.
Selects the waveform for VCO/VCF modulation (Sine, Square, Sample & Hold).
Controls the frequency/speed of modulator outputs, indicated by an LED.
Delays the entry of the LFO sine wave to VCO/VCF.
The basic sound source, responsible for pitch and tone color.
Controls overall pitch of the SH-09, tuning range is ±65 cents.
Changes VCO pitch in octave steps from 2' to 32', covering four octaves.
Controls pitch change of the VCO according to Modulator output shape/rate.
Internal controls for VCO, primarily Keyboard Control Voltage affecting pitch.
Selects VCO output waveform (Noise, Sawtooth, Square, Pulse Width Mod).
Produces parallel tones (Square/Pulse wave) one/two octaves below VCO pitch.
Mixes VCO, Sub-Oscillator, and External Input signals.
Alters tone by cutting/boosting harmonics, 24 dB/octave Low Pass filter.
Determines how much of the tone is filtered by the VCF, setting the starting point.
Emphasizes frequencies at the Cutoff Frequency edge, can cause self-oscillation.
Determines envelope source for VCF modulation (positive, inverted, ENV FOL'R).
Determines depth of VCF modulation by the selected Envelope Mode.
Controls VCF cutoff depth by Modulator output, shape, and rate.
Internal VCF controls, Keyboard Control Voltage and Bender section influence pitch/tone.
Shapes output loudness contour automatically by control voltage.
Switches VCA between HOLD, ENV, and GATE modes for volume shaping.
Produces shaped control voltage for VCF cutoff frequency and VCA loudness contour.
Activates Envelope Generator via Keyboard Gate/Trigger, Gate, or LFO.
ADSR sliders (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) for shaping envelope contours.
Controls time for envelope voltage to reach maximum level after key press.
Controls time for voltage to fall from Attack end to Sustain level.
Determines level voltage is held at after Decay until key release.
Controls time for voltage to fall to minimum after key release.
Keyboard provides KCV, Gate, and Trigger for controlling synth sections.
Control voltage for VCO/VCF, permanently wired for pitch/tone control.
On/off switching function for Modulator, VCA, and Envelope activation.
Voltage spike for instant key press, used to initiate Envelope events.
Determines time to change pitches between keys, creating a slide effect.
Allows free change of pitch/tone for expression and spontaneity.
Center-sprung lever for pitch/tone control, left/right extremes for opposite bends.
Sliders control pitch/tone change amount at Bender extremes.
Knob determines final signal level at output and headphone jacks.
Controls AC power flow to the SH-09, with an LED indicator.
Initial guide to exploring controls and their effects on sound.
Primary sound source for pitch and tone color selection.
Manual octave switching and automatic keyboard pitch control.
Control voltage from keyboard corresponds to key pressed, used for pitch control.
Selecting waveforms (Noise, Sawtooth, Square, Pulse Width) for tone color.
Mixing VCO with Sub-Oscillator for thicker, richer sounds.
Adjusts tone by filtering frequencies, using Cutoff, Resonance, and Envelope/MOD controls.
Controls volume shape via Hold, Envelope, or Keyboard Gate modes.
Keyboard controls (KCV, Gate, Trigger) manage synth sections for performance.
KCV controls VCO/VCF pitch/tone, linked to keyboard playing.
Gate signal from keyboard for Modulator, VCA, and Envelope activation.
Trigger signal for Envelope initiation, used with Gate for complex sounds.
ADSR envelope generator shapes volume, tone, or pitch changes.
Controls the time for the envelope voltage to reach maximum level.
Controls the time for voltage to fall to the Sustain level.
Determines the level voltage is held at after Decay until key release.
Controls the time for voltage to fall to minimum after key release.
Modes (Gate/Trigger, Gate, LFO) for activating the Envelope Generator.
Creative controls like Portamento, LFO Modulator, and Bender for expression.
Creates a pitch slide effect between notes, controlled by time.
LFO and Sample & Hold for pitch/tone changes (vibrato, tremolo, trills).
Lever for pitch/tone expression, controlled by sensitivity sliders.
Starting point for creating sounds, using standard parameter settings.
Understanding controls by trying patches for musical expression.
Altering playing sounds for interest and to add predictability.
Creating unique sounds by understanding synth design and practice.
Suits performance style and imagination to the sound.
Thick lead sound with long, resonant release, optional Sub Oscillator.
Volume control for sustains, pitch bend like guitar playing.
Narrowing pulse wave, delayed vibrato, pitch bending.
Fast playing patch with quick attack/release, optional Sub-Oscillator for weight.
Subtle melody work, pitch bending, optional reverb.
Lead sound reminiscent of sixties songs, use reverb.
Short notes, 'funky' backing style, MOD in VCF for interest.
Similar to Electric Clavichord, capable of lead lines, uses positive/negative bend.
Bender controls pitch/wah, tone cuts through band, use reverb.
Gate/Trigger Envelope, identical Decay/Release, suitable for Country & Western.
Round, full sound, legato playing for new pitch without attack.
Two distinct bass sounds, determined by keyboard technique.
Synthesized bass with thick, growling tone, instant attack/release.
Funky bass sound, good with pitch bend, experiment with envelope shapes.
Bass with initial punch, rise in tone/volume, dynamic motion.
Variations include key click, drawbar sound, experiment with settings.
Detached technique, breathy sound, volume adjustment for registers.
Biting attack, brass tonguing effect, accurate attacks via Gate/Trigger.
Difficult to synthesize, offers fast/technical playing, bend VCF for variety.
Combines manual VCF cutoff with ADSR modulation, legato/detached styles.
Detached technique, softer short notes, natural release, use reverb.
Uses Resonance to change tone, play in middle/bottom of keyboard.
LFO/Xylophone rolls via Envelope Mode, choose Gate/Trigger or LFO Mode.
Combines VCO/Sub-Oscillator for complex tone color, slower melodic style.
Careful settings, slow melody lines for 'aw' sound, experiment with Cutoff/Resonance.
LFO gating of Envelope, VCF as oscillator, change Modulator Rate between notes.
Noise waveform, Hold function, Resonance for howling effect.
Different pitches from keys, Gate/Trigger Envelope for fast playing.
Different pitches, Gate/Trigger Envelope for fast playing, VCF MOD for effect.
Change sound with keys, experiment with drum sounds, connect to rhythm units.
Random pitch/tone changes with LFO gating, adjust VCO MOD/Range/VCF Resonance.
Bass patch using Sample and Hold for rhythmic tone changes.
Processing external sources (mic, piano, guitar) through SH-09.
Linking with polyphonic keyboards for pitch, tone, and envelope control.
Connecting sequencers to play SH-09, controlling pitches, rhythms, and tempo.
Wah effect for external instruments like guitar/piano.
Useful sound for electric piano, synthesizer type sounds, good for guitar.
Sample and Hold sound for all instruments, adjust VCF Cutoff.
Combining SH-09 woodwinds with RS-09 strings.
Combining SH-09 brass sounds with RS-09 strings.
Playing detached chords/lines, adding 'tine' sound or tremolo.
Inverted poly-synth sound with delayed strings, block-chord comping.
Woodwinds alone, play with detached chords/melody styles.
Strong vibes tremolo effect, freely polyphonic.
'Comp' chords for delayed effects, detached style, changing bass.
True brass sound, brighter brass, lower pitches.
32 keys, 2-1/2 octaves.
Specs for tuning, waveform, modulation depth, PWM.
Octave down options.
Input sources.
Specs for cutoff frequency, resonance, envelope control.
Envelope switch options.
Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release times, Gate/Trigger modes.
Specs for mode switch, rate, delay time.
Portamento range.
Volume control.
Bender lever and sensitivity controls.
Power indicator.
Details on output, phone, input, gate, and signal jacks.
Power consumption in Watts.
Physical size of the unit.
Unit weight.
Included accessories.
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