Specifications

Introducing the World’s Most Expressive Synthesizer
● Multiple forms of advanced synthesis under the
control of a friendly, icon-driven interface
● New AP (Articulative Phrase) SYNTHESIS technology
models the performance behavior and nuance of
musical instruments
● Includes Roland’s proprietary Elastic Audio Synthesis
engine plus Vocal Designer, playable simultaneously
● Sound Shaper II offers incredibly easy and efficient
user programming
● Futuristic, high-quality industrial design
● Color touch-screen display with wide viewing angle
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Multi Forms of Advanced Synthesis
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By integrating a new dual core V-Synth engine, the V-Synth GT can
combine Elastic Audio Synthesis, Vocal Designer technology, and
AP-SYNTHESIS in real time. Roland's proprietary VariPhrase
technology is also integrated into the V-Synth GT. Together with its
analog-modeling engine, External Audio input, and digital sampling
architecture, the V-Synth GT provides an incredibly wide and
colorful foundation on which to capture, manipulate, and create
sounds.
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AP-SYNTHESIS
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The V-Synth GT is the first synthesizer in the world equipped with
AP (Articulative Phrase) SYNTHESIS. This revolutionary form of
modeling recreates the ever-changing behavior, nuance, and sound
of an instrument as it’s being played. The results are stunningly
expressive and realistic, and can be applied to acoustic instrument
simulation as well as new, never-before-heard sounds.
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Speed Programming
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Serious sound designers will love the complexity and editing depth
the V-Synth GT, but there are many instances where musicians need
fresh sounds fast — and that’s the beauty of Sound Shaper II.
Based on the original Sound Shaper, this enhanced mode lets you
chose a sound type, then it brings the most relevant parameters
directly to the surface. You’ll be creating new sounds in seconds!
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Futuristic Design
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The V-Synth GT is a top-of-the-line instrument. No corners were cut
in creating its futuristic yet friendly layout and design. New front-
panel features include a color touch-screen with eight universal
control knobs, and the addition of dedicated buttons and sliders to
make access faster and easier. From top to bottom, front to back,
this is an instrument that says “first class”.
V-Synth GT Specifications
■ Keyboard 61 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch), Dual Elastic Audio Synthesis Core with
AP-Synthesis and Vocal Designer ■ Sound Generator Configuration Oscillator (envelope x 4 + LFO x 1),
Modulator x 1 per Tone, COSM (envelope x 2 + LFO x 1) x 2, TVA (envelope x 1 + LFO x 1) x 1, Tone FX x
1, AP-SYNTHESIS (Articulative Phrase Synthesis) x 1*, Vocal Designer x 1*, *Shared by both Upper and
Lower Tone ■ Methods by Which Oscillators Produce Sound PCM/Variphrase (Preset waveforms +
Sampling waveforms), Analog Modeling (14 waves: SAW, SQUARE, TRIANGLE, SINE, RAMP, JUNO, HQ-
SAW, HQ-SQUARE, NOISE, LA-SAW, LA-SQUARE, SUPER-SAW, FEEDBACK-OSC, X-MOD-OSC),
External Input ■ Modulator 4 Modulation types (RING, FM, ENV-RING, OSC-SYNC), MIX and STEREO-MIX
■ COSM 16 types (OD/DS, W-SHAPE, AMP, SPEAKER, RESONATOR, SBF1, SBF2, COMB, DUAL, TVF,
DYN-TVF, COMP, LIMITER, F-SHIFT, LO-FI, TB-FILTER) ■ Zones (Splits for Rhythm/Filter Bank) 16
Zones per Tone ■ Maximum Polyphony TBA (Varies depending on the load placed on the sound generator.)
■ Internal Memory Project: 1, Patches: 256, Tones: 512, Waves: TBA, Wave memory (RAM): TBA (64 M
bytes) ■ External Storage Device USB Flash Memory ■ Effects Tone FX: 2 (41 types Multi-effects),
Chorus: 1 (8 types)*, Reverb: 1 (10 types)*, *Shared in the both of Upper and Lower Tone ■ System EQ 4
bands ■ Sampling Frequency Internal: 44.1 kHz, Digital Audio IN/OUT: 96, 48, 44.1 kHz ■ Signal
Processing Internal Processing <Sound generating section: 32 bits (floating point) <Effects section> 24 bits
(fixed point) <DA Conversion> 24 bits <AD Conversion> 24 bits ■ Nominal Output Level MAIN OUT: +4 dBu,
DIRECT OUT: +4 dBu ■ Nominal Input Level INPUT (LINE): -20 dBu, INPUT (MIC): -46 dBu ■ Arpeggiator
* Patterns: User programmable (support use of control change messages), Motifs: 8 types, Tempo: 20 to 250
BPM *Shared in the both of Upper and Lower Tone ■ Multi Step Modulator Tracks: 4, Steps: 16, Tempo: 20
to 250 BPM ■ Display Graphic 320 x 240 dot backlit TFT LCD with touch screen ■ Controllers Pitch Bend
/ Modulation Lever, Time Trip Pad, D Beam Controller (Twin beam), Assignable Control Knobs (C1, C2)
■ Connectors Headphones Jack, Main Output Jacks (L/MONO, R) (1/4 inch phone type), Direct Output
Jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type), Input Jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type), Hold Pedal Jack, Control Pedal
Jacks (1, 2) (assignable), MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU), USB Function Connector (supports USB 2.0 file
transfer, USB 1.1 USB-MIDI and Audio Streaming), USB Host Connector (supports USB 2.0 Flash Memory),
Digital Audio Interface (24-bit, IEC60958): COAXIAL(IN, OUT), OPTICAL (IN, OUT), AC Inlet ■ Power Supply
AC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz) ■ Power Consumption TBA ■ Dimensions
1066 (W) x 411 (D) x 125 (H) mm/ 42 (W) x 16-3/16 (D) x 4-15/16 (H) inches ■ Weight 14.1 kg / 31 lbs 2 oz
■ Accessories Owner's Manual, CD-ROM (USB Driver for Windows/MacOS), USB Memory Protector, Power
Cord ■ Options Keyboard Stand: KS-12, Pedal Switch: DP, Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5U, Expression Pedal:
EV-5, BOSS FV-300L
* 0 dBu= 0.775 Vrms
* The specifications are subject to change without notice.
*Actual product appearance may be subject to change.
Roland’s original V-Synth set a new standard in expressive synthesis and sound design. It won awards and
acclaim around the world, as it forever changed the way sounds were created and performed. But just when
you thought V-Synth technology had reached its peak, Roland raised the bar even higher with the new flagship
V-Synth GT! This unique instrument injects the V-Synth’s famous Elastic Audio Synthesis engine with
revolutionary Articulative Phrase Synthesis technology. Its expression and realism is unprecedented, as is its
ability to make never-before-heard sounds.
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■ Rear Panel