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SonicCell
Expandable Synthesizer Module with Audio Interface
Videos
SonicCell Demo Video
Dan Krisher takes you on a guided tour of the SonicCell Expandable Synthesizer Module.
SonicCell RTAS Editor
Mike Acosta shows you how to turn the SonicCell into a powerful RTAS-compatible virtual instrument.
SonicCell NAMM Booth Demo
Ed Diaz shows off the SonicCell Desktop Synth Module during Summer NAMM 2007.
SonicCell: Expandable Synthesizer Module with Audio Interface
Superior Desktop Synthesis for the PC Generation
Features
SonicCell puts the power and legendary sound quality of a Roland hardware synthesizer on your desktop. With its dual SRX expansion bay, built-in USB audio interface, and ability to play SMFs and WAV/AIFF/MP3 files, SonicCell is a dream for computer-based musicians and live performers who seek a compact, integrated pro sound module and USB audio-interface solution.
- 128-voice sound module with new soundset, featuring super-realistic acoustic instruments
- USB audio interface functionality plus USB-memory host function
- SMF and audio data playback capability via USB host function
- SRX slot x 2
- PC/Mac Editor and Cakewalk SONAR LE bundled
Superior Sound Module
Equipped with a state-of-the-art sound engine, SonicCell delivers the pristine sound quality of a dedicated Roland hardware synth. A remarkable new waveform set has been created for SonicCell, including a world-class collection of acoustic instruments, drums, and percussion that are expertly programmed to provide the ultimate in expression and realism. SonicCell’s internal sound bank can even be expanded and customized via its two internal SRX expansion bays. Choose from over a dozen of Roland’s famous SRX Expansion boards (sold separately) that cover a vast world of musical instruments and styles. Whether you’re driving SonicCell from a computer, another synthesizer, or a MIDI keyboard or guitar controller, you’ll enjoy unsurpassed sound quality, reliability, and flexibility.
Seamless Computer Connectivity
SonicCell is ideal for musicians who use a PC as the core of their writing, recording, and performing universe. More than a mere sound module, SonicCell is equipped with a built-in USB audio interface. Simply connect SonicCell directly to your computer’s USB port, and you can record and create music with no additional hardware required. You can even plug a microphone, guitar, or other instruments into SonicCell and record your live audio tracks directly into your computer. And since SonicCell can help minimize the burden on the computer’s processor, you’ll enjoy more efficient and stable performance. As an added bonus, a free copy of Cakewalk's Sonar LE recording software included with every SonicCell sold, as is a plug-in style PC software editor, which makes sound designing and effects programming fast and friendly. SonicCell is the perfect all-in-one solution for synthesis and recording.
Ultra-Handy Backing Machine
In addition to its high-quality synthesis and audio-interface functions, SonicCell can be used as a virtual backing band. Simply create a playlist of your songs or backing tracks with the software Playback Editor (included free with SonicCell), and transfer the playlist to a commercially available USB memory stick. Insert the stick into SonicCell’s USB port, and it will become a stand-alone song player that you can play and control onstage or anywhere you perform. SonicCell can play back WAV, AIFF, and MP3 files. It evens plays Standard MIDI Files!
Specs
- Sound Generator Section
- Parts
- 16 parts
- Maximum Polyphony
- 128 voices
- Wave Memory
- 128 M bytes (16-bit linear equivalent)
- Expansion Slots
- Expansion of waveforms and patchs for the internal sound generatorSRX expansion boards: 2 slots
- Preset Memory
- Patches: 896 + 256 (GM2)
Rhythm Sets: 32 + 9 (GM2)
Performances: 64 - User Memory
- Patches: 256
Rhythm Sets: 32
Performances: 64 - External Memory
- USB Memory
- Effects
- Multi-Effects: 3 systems, 78 types
Chorus: 3 types
Reverb: 5 types
Input Effect: 6 types
Mastering Effect: 3 bands Compressor - Audio Interface Section
- Number of Audio Input/Output Channels
- Input: 1 pair of stereo (MIC, GUITAR: Monaural/LINE: Stereo)
Output: 1 pair of stereo - Signal Processing
- PC interface: 24 bits
AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits - Sampling Frequency
- AD/DA Conversion: 44.1/48/96 kHz
- Nominal Input Level
- Input jack (MIC/GUITAR/LINE (L) )
Mic: -50-- -30 dBu
Guitar: -30-- -10 dBu
Line: -30-- -10 dBu
Input jack (LINE (R) )
Line: -30-- -10 dBu - Nominal Output Level
- Output jacks: -10 dBu
- SMF/Audio File Player Sectioin
- File Format
- Standard MIDI File: format-0/1
Audio File: WAV, AIFF, MP3 - Others
- Display
- 128 x 64 dots organic EL graphic display
- Connectors
- Output jacks (L/MONO, R)
Headphone jack
Input jacks (MIC/GUITAR/LINE(L), LINE(R)) (MIC: 1/4 inch phone type or XLR type(phantom power) / GUITAR: 1/4 inch phones type(always Hi-Z) / Line (L): 1/4 inch phone type, LINE (R) (1/4 inch phone type))
MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)
USB Connectors
: COMPUTER (supports USB MIDI and USB Audio; Hi-Speed USB port required)
: MEMORY (supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Flash Memory) - Power Supply
- DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)
- Current Draw
- 800 mA
- Accessories
- Startup Guide
Manual
CD-ROM (Sound Editor, Librarian, Playlist Editor, USB Driver)
CD-ROM (SONAR LE)
Wrench
AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)
Power Cord
USB Cable - Options
- Wave Expansion Board: SRX Series
USB Memory: M-UF128
SonicCell stand and PDS-10 bracket: BKT-S
Pad Stand: PDS-10 - SonicCell Editor
- System Requirements
- [Windows PC]
Operating System
: Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition/Professional
: Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM)
* This does not work with the 64-bit Edition of Windows(R).
CPU/Clock
: Pentium(R)/Celeron(R) processor 1.4 GHz or higher
RAM
: 512 MB or more
Hard Disk:
: 160 MB or more
Display/Colors:
: 1280 x 800 or higher/24 bit Full Color or more
Others:
: A USB connector that supports USB Specification Revision 2.0 or higher
* Intel chipset is recommended.
* SonicCell may not perform to its full specs when used with an added USB 2.0 interface card.
: CD-ROM Drive
[Macintosh]
Operating System
: Mac OS 10.4.3 or later
CPU/Clock
: PowerPC G4 1 GHz or higher/Intel processor
RAM
: 512 MB or more
Hard Disk
: 160 MB or more
Display/Colors
: 1280 x 800 or higher/1670 million colors or more
Others
: On-board USB 2.0 port
: CD-ROM Drive
[Notes]
* Although Roland has tested numerous configurations, and has determined that on average, a computer system similar to that described above will permit normal operation of the SonicCell Applications, Roland cannot guarantee that a given computer can be used satisfactorily with the SonicCell Applications based solely on the fact that it meets the above requirements. This is because there are too many other variables that may influence the processing environment, including differences in motherboard design and the particular combination of other devices involved. - Compatibility of the Plug-in Version
- * The following host applications have been verified to work properly with the plug-in version SonicCell Editor.
VSTi version
- CAKEWALK SONAR LE (Windows)
- CAKEWALK SONAR 6.2 (Windows)
- Steinberg Cubase 4 (Windows/Macintosh)
Audio Units version
- Apple Logic Pro 7.2 (Macintosh)
* The following host applications have been reported to NOT work properly with the plug-in version SonicCell Editor.
- Steinberg Cubase SX3 (Windows/Macintosh)
- Mark of the Unicorn Digital Performer 4.6 (Macintosh)
* Though all of the host applications listed above performed properly in our testing, some of them may not work due to differences in inherent manufacturer design specifications and your operatinig environment. We cannot guarantee all the operations in these music applications. - Size and Weight ( Demensions )
- Width
- 294 mm
- 11-5/8 inches
- Depth
- 175 mm
- 6-15/16 inches
- Height
- 55 mm
- 2-3/16 inches
- Weight
- 1.2 kg
- 2 lbs. 11 oz.
- excluding AC Adaptor
- *The specifications are subject to change without notice.
Articles
Accessories
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BKT-S
SonicCell Stand/Bracket
Securely mount Roland’s SonicCell on a desktop or PDS-10 stand.
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PDS-10
Pad Stand
A stand for Roland’s HPD-, SPD-, VG-, and VB-series instruments (including the HandSonic 10, HandSonic 15, SPD-20, SPD-S, VG-99, and VB-99.)
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RH-200
Headphones
Comfortable and accurate headphones for superior monitoring.
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RH-300
Stereo Headphones
Roland’s top-of-the-line headphones.
Downloads
Brochures & Catalogs
Updates & Drivers
- SonicCell System Update Version 1.20 Update
- The latest operating system for the SonicCell
This update improves some issues related to display, USB Audio, MIDI, and the others. Please refer to the readme120.pdf for the update procedure and detail. For updating the SonicCell, a USB memory, a computer with USB port, and the update file (sonic_cell_up.bin) are required. - SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 8
IMPORTANT NOTICE: When the Windows SmartScreen is displayed upon installing the driver, please perform the following procedure:
1. Click [ More info ]
2. Click [ Run anyway ]
* Skip Step 1 If your PC is not connected to the internet.- SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 32-bit Edition
- This is the SonicCell driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7.
- SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 64-bit Edition
- This is the SonicCell driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7 64-bit Edition.
- SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 32-bit Edition
- This is the SonicCell driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Vista(TM) 32-bit Operating Systems.
- SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 64-bit Edition
- This is the SonicCell driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Vista(TM) 64-bit Operating Systems.
- SonicCell Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows XP
- This is the SonicCell driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition/Professional.
- SonicCell Driver v1.0.0 for Mac OS 10.8
- SonicCell Driver v1.0.0 for Mac OS 10.7
- SonicCell Driver v1.0.0 for Mac OS 10.6
- This is the driver for Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard).
- SonicCell Driver v1.01 for Mac OS 10.5 and Earlier
- This is the driver for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) and earlier.
- SonicCell Editor Version 1.20 (MAC)
- SonicCell Editor Ver.1.20 for Mac
*RTAS Plug-In newly supported
- This SonicCell Editor is a plug-in module that lets you edit SonicCell parameter from within your host application
- This installer will install "SonicCell Editor" and "Playlist Editor" at the same time - SonicCell Editor Version 1.20 (PC)
- SonicCell Editor Ver.1.20 for Windows XP and Windows Vista
*RTAS Plug-In newly supported
- This SonicCell Editor is a plug-in module that lets you edit SonicCell parameter from within your host application
- This installer will install "SonicCell Editor" and "Playlist Editor" at the same time - SonicCell Playlist Editor Version 1.10(MAC)
- SonicCell Playlist Editor Version 1.10 for Mac
- This ia the latest installer of SonicCell Editor including the Playlist Editor version 1.10
- The SonicCell Playlist Editor 1.10 is an application that lets you handle up to 399 songs with the SonicCell - SonicCell Playlist Editor Version 1.10 (PC)
- SonicCell Playlist Editor Version 1.10 for Windows XP and Windows Vista
- This is the latest installer of SonicCell Editor including the Playlist Editor version 1.10
- The SonicCell Playlist Editor 1.10 is an application that lets you handle up to 399 songs with the SonicCell - SonicCell Synthesizer Editor Version 1.00 (PC)
- SonicCell Synthesizer Editor for Windows XP and Windows Vista
The SonicCell Synthesizer Editor is an application that lets you edit the SonicCell's parameters from your computer, much as if you were operating an analog synthesizer.
Support
If you have questions about operating your Roland, BOSS or Cakewalk product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.
You can also contact our Product Support department by phone or email.
In addition, we have a library of Owner’s Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.
Product Manuals
Support Documents
- SonicCell Application Guide
- What is SonicCell? Learn and gain from the SonicCell complete application guide.
- SonicCell Workshop 01: Using SonicCell with a DAW
- SonicCell’s not just a powerful synthesizer. It also acts as an audio-interface front end for a computer-based DAW (digital audio workstation) recording studio. This booklet gets you started, with explanations of SonicCell DAW concepts. It takes you through the downloading and installation of the necessary SonicCell drivers and Editor software, and also helps you get your computer set up for use with SonicCell.
- SonicCell Workshop 02: Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface
- This booklet lays out the nuts and bolts—and some of the many flexible options—for using SonicCell as a way to get audio into a DAW for recording. It includes both conceptual explanations and specific application instructions.
- SonicCell Workshop 03: Using SonicCell with SONAR LE™
- If you're a SONAR LE user (SONAR LE ships with SonicCell), read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up SONAR LE for use with SonicCell.
*SONAR LE™ is a trademark of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner. - SonicCell Workshop 04: Using SonicCell with SONAR™
- If you're a SONAR user, read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up SONAR for use with SonicCell.
*SONAR™ is a trademark of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner. - SonicCell Workshop 05: Using SonicCell with Logic Pro™
- If you're a Logic Pro user, read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Logic Pro for use with SonicCell.
*Apple™ and Logic Pro™ are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner. - SonicCell Workshop 06: Using SonicCell with GarageBand™
- If you're a GarageBand user, read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up GarageBand for use with SonicCell.
*Apple™ and GarageBand™ are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner. - SonicCell Workshop 07: Using SonicCell with Ableton Live™
- If you're a Live user, read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Live for use with SonicCell.
*Ableton Live™ is a trademark of Ableton. Ableton is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner. - SonicCell Workshop 08: Using SonicCell with Digital Peformer™
- If you're a Performer user, read the Using SonicCell with a DAW Workshop and Using SonicCell as an Audio Interface booklets, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Performer for use with SonicCell.
*Digital Performer™ is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.