Roland 201 Synthesizer Review

By: Duke Simpson
Submitted: 2009-09-29 16:10:20
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What is life without music? Isn’t it boring? I strongly believe that life without music or sound is lifeless. Imagine dancing without music, isn’t it ridiculous? Everyone relates into music. It gives us joy, make us fall in love, it gives us sympathy, it gives us inspiration and more. Whether we are sad or in pain, in joy or in happiness, music is part of it. Music and musicians continue working with each other to give us great music. But what inspire musicians? Musicians are being inspired by the instrument they are using. No musician can ever make a good music if he or she is not comfortable towards the instrument.

There are so many brand or synthesizers and keyboards available in the market today. One of these synthesizers is Roland 201. This keyboard synthesizer enables every musician create sophisticated sounds and music. Just like any other synthesizer it also has 61 keys. These instruments are one of those superior instruments. In fact, this is friendliest and fun analog modelling instrument. This synth will surely remind every musician why they fall in love with synthesizers.

Yes, Roland 201 is really fun but sound is really amazing. This synth is being marketed intended for beginners. Its panel’s purpose is to promote learning and experimentation. In terms of ease to use, this is really user friendly. All you have to do is to turn it on and there you go, everything will flow easily. This instrument maybe expensive but it is really worth it. Roland 201 from time to time will give you new sounds in time you least expected.  This synthesizer is also easy to set up. This machine is one of specialist machine. In fact, sounds from this synth are like a bomb that explodes at any moment.

Other features are:

1. Great-sounding analog-modeling synth
2. External input for manipulating external audio from CD/MP3 players, etc.
3. USB port for audio/MIDI connection to computer
4. Ultra-EZ front panel is logically designed to teach the basics of synthesis
5. Arpeggiator adds instant rhythmic motion to sounds
6. Invisible infrared D Beam controller
7. Built-in delay, reverb, and saturation effects
8. VSTi Editor software included for computer integration and so much more.

With regards to oscillators, you will have the ability to control its pitch. However, you can’t access two oscillators at the same time. You may also have the ability to set its waveforms according to your taste. You can mix its waveforms to create a simple balance. You may choose from mix, sync and ring modulation.  It has a decent set of features especially when it comes to sounds as mentioned before. It has numerous of interesting sounds.

Roland 201 is such a blast to play and has a brilliant interface. In my personal experience, I was really impressed and contented.  Indeed, musicians and pro synth users love this synth. In fact, there are so many positive reviews towards this instrument. Great Analog style sound and ultra easy operation. It is really a great synthesizer for everyone.

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