Roland System-500 540

Roland System-500 540 modular synthesizer

Modular 2ENV-LFO

DUAL ENVELOPE GENERATOR + LFO

Based on the classic SYSTEM-100M modular synthesizer, the SYSTEM-500 is a fully analog recreation of one of the most revered electronic instruments of all time. Newly designed in Eurorack format, the SYSTEM-500 delivers the classic character and functionality of the original with the advantages of a modern instrument. Built in the USA and assembled in Japan, the SYSTEM-500 is made to exacting standards with top-quality components and solid controls. And it’s surprisingly affordable, turning the fantasy of finally owning this legendary instrument into reality.

Classic System. New Format.

The SYSTEM-500 consists of Eurorack format modules that you can mix and match in any combination to create the ultimate Roland modular synthesizer. Each module is completely analog and has been designed for maximum compatibility with the world of contemporary synthesizer and effects modules. The SYSTEM-500 is a compact, powerful system that opens up vast possibilities for sound design and musical exploration.

540 Dual Envelope Generator + LFO

The 540 Dual Envelope Generator and LFO (low frequency oscillator) is a multi-purpose modulation source. This unit features two independent ADSR (attack, decay, sustain, release) envelope sections that produce variable voltages for controlling other Eurorack format synthesizer modules such as oscillators, filters, and VCAs. Each section can be triggered externally, internally, or manually with dedicated jacks for each envelope, as well as an inverted output. Additionally, the 540 includes a voltage controlled LFO with 5 waveform outputs. Front panel controls adjust both frequency and delay time of the LFO start. Delay and reset can be triggered from either envelope 1 or 2.

Specsifications:

Controllers

• ATTACK slider
• DECAY slider
• SUSTAIN slider
• RELEASE slider
• MANUAL switch
• FAST/SLOW switch
• EXTERNAL/CYCLE switch
• KEYBOARD TRIGGER switch
• DELAY TRIGGER switch
• FREQUENCY RANGE switch
• FREQUENCY knob
• DELAY knob

Indicator

• LOAD Indicator
• OVERLOAD Indicator

Connectors

• EXTERNAL jack: Miniature phone type
• ENVELOPE 1 jack: Miniature phone type
• ENVELOPE 2 jack: Miniature phone type
• INVERTED ENVELOPE jack: Miniature phone type
• CV FREQUENCY jack: Miniature phone type
• SQUARE WAVE jack: Miniature phone type
• TRIANGLE WAVE jack: Miniature phone type
• SAW WAVE jack: Miniature phone type
• INVERTED SAW WAVE jack: Miniature phone type
• SINE WAVE jack: Miniature phone type

• Power Supply: Eurorack power
• Current draw: 85 mA (+12 V); 50 mA (-12 V)

• Dimensions: 81 x 58 x 129 mm
• Weight: 202 g

Package includes:

• Roland System-500 540 modular synthesizer x1
  
• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" x1
• Eurorack mounting screws x4
• Eurorack power cord x1