Equipped with an onboard mic, intuitive controls, USB-C connectivity, and a versatile stash of hands-on MFX, the P-6 delivers exceptional sampling and performance capabilities anywhere you go.
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.
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.
Key Features:
- 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
Specification:
- 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® (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).
- Accessories: Leaflet “Read Me First”, USB Type-C to USB A cable
- Size and Weight:
- Width: 188 mm / 7-7/16 inches
- Depth: 106 mm / 4-3/16 inches
- Height: 37 mm / 1-1/2 inches
- Weight (including batteries): 305 g / 11 oz
For more info, visit the manufacturer’s website – Roland P-6
