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Roland P-6 AIRA Compact Creative Sampler
| Product # | 249998 |
| Brand | Roland |
| Series | Roland AIRA |
| SubSeries | Roland AIRA Compact |
| Category | Synthesizer Sampler Module |
Sound sorcery for all.
The P-6 is ideal for any level of music creator, from beginner to pro. Get started right away with top-level tactile controls and pads for jamming and sound tweaking. Then, go deeper with advanced features for cutting-edge sonic manipulation and performance.
Swift sampling.
Whether using the built-in mic, analog inputs, or a smartphone via USB-C, the P-6 is always ready to sample at a moment’s notice. After capturing sounds, quickly chop longer samples into preset sections for triggering from the onboard keyboard. Or easily build custom collections of multiple sounds with streamlined Step Sampling. Want to rough up the sound? Get gritty with our trademark lo-fi effects. Need some layers? Resample your creations to add depth and evolving complexity.
Get granular.
Step into a universe of microscopic sound design with the advanced granular sampling tools in the P-6. Transform tiny moments into sonic landscapes with extensive sound design parameters. Detune samples, adjust the grain shape, play with head position, head speed, spread, and more. From clean and pristine to beautifully mangled, it’s easy to conjure new sound dimensions with a twist of a knob or a press of a button.
Sequencing reimagined.
Breathe life into your sequences with deep features that push the boundaries of music programming. Jam with 64-step patterns powered by dynamic sequencing elements like motion recording, probability, micro-timing, off-grid sequencing, and sub steps. Plus, manipulate playback in real-time with Step Loop for instant stutter effects and creative improvisation.
Connect with the world.
The P-6 is immensely fun as a standalone instrument but becomes even more powerful when connected to other devices. Build a portable creative ecosystem by linking with the S-1 Tweak Synth, T-8 Beat Machine, and other AIRA Compacts or gadget instruments. Take it further by streaming your entire gadget chain from the P-6 to a smartphone, tablet, or laptop over USB-C for content creation or easy integration with your favorite music software. The setup is plug-and-play, with no driver installation needed.
USB Type-C to USB A cable
- - • Pocket-size sampler powered by cutting-edge Roland technology
- - • Built-in mic for quick sample capture
- - • Chop function for slicing samples into segments for easy playback from the onboard keyboard
- - • Step Sampling to quickly create individual split samples assigned to a single pad and playable on the keyboard
- - • Resample internal audio to create new sounds and capture custom loops
- - • Trigger any sample on the keyboard using chromatic and polyphonic playback
- - • Dedicated filter and envelopes for each sample
- - • Edit samples and import/export sounds with the P-6 SampleTool software for macOS and Windows
- - • Extensive granular sound parameters, including detuning, head position, head speed, spread, grains, and much more
- - • 64-step sequencer with motion recording, probability, micro-timing, off-grid sequencing, sub steps, and more
- - • Customize sounds with 20 curated MFX plus dedicated delay and reverb
- - • Comprehensive connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link
- - • Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface for plug-and-play audio streaming with computers, phones, and tablets
- - • Lithium-ion battery with up to 3 hours of operation per charge
- - • Sturdy construction, high-quality controls, and rubber pads
- - • Connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices with optional BOSS TRS MIDI cables
Connect to MacOS or Windows PC to drag and drop samples to pads, move samples to different banks, view waveforms, and process samples (including: Snap to Zero, Truncate, Normalize, Downsample).
- User patterns: 64
- Step sequencer: 64 steps
- Maximum sampling numbers: 48 samples
Maximum polyphony:
Sample: 16
Granular: 4
Maximum sample time (Maximum time per sample):
44.1 kHz, Mono : 5.9 seconds
22.05 kHz, Mono : 11.8 seconds
14.7 kHz, Mono : 17.8 seconds
11.025 kHz, Mono : 23.7 seconds
For stereo samples, the time is half.
- Import format: WAV (Liner PCM)
Effects:
Multi-effect: 20 types
Send effect: DELAY, REVERB
- Display: 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
- Internal Microphone: Mono x 1
Connectors:
SYNC (IN, OUT) jacks: Miniature phone type
MIX (IN) jack: Stereo miniature phone type
MIX (OUT/HEADSET) jack: Stereo miniature phone type (Stereo, CTIA)
MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo miniature phone type
USB port: USB Type-C(R) (Audio, MIDI)
Power supply:
Lithium-ion battery
Obtained via USB port (USB bus power)
- Current draw: 500 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use:
Approx. 3 hours
This figure will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
- Expected battery charging time: Approx. 3 hours
- To charge the unit, use the USB port of a computer or a commercially available USB power supply adaptor (5 V, 500 mA or higher).
| Product Dimensions | |
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| Depth | 106mm |
| Width | 188mm |
| Height | 37mm |
| Product Warranty | |
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| Years | 3 |
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| Product Number | 249998 |
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| Date | October 2024 |
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| Weight | 0.3kg |
| Box Depth | 310mm |
| Box Width | 188mm |
| Box Height | 105mm |
| Gross Weight | 0.9kg |