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In Synth Bass for Bass Players, Part 1<\/a>, we talked about how\u00a0doubling on synth bass can increase your\u00a0opportunities to land more work\u00a0in today’s music scene. We also outlined\u00a0some of the important features to look for when choosing a keyboard for playing synth bass. This time, we’ll take a closer look at some Roland synths that are ideal for the job.<\/p>\n While Roland makes many different synthesizers<\/a> that will work well, we’ll spotlight four\u00a0models that are particularly suited for the needs of the bass player doubling on synth bass:<\/p>\n Each model has its\u00a0own unique features and advantages. All of them are easy to use, and incorporate the essential bass sounds and real-time controls needed to keep a bassist at the top of their game.<\/p>\n The GAIA SH-01<\/a> looks and feels like it was designed with the bass player in mind. It features a very logical arrangement of synth parameters, and each has\u00a0its own dedicated control\u00a0for instant access. More importantly, the GAIA SH-01 cranks out impressive, fat synth basses with a three-oscillator sound engine and up to five simultaneous effects, including a massive-sounding low boost.<\/p>\n Roland GAIA SH-01 Synthesizer.<\/p><\/div>\n The panel layout of the GAIA SH-01 is simple to grasp. It\u2019s equipped with well-arranged knobs, sliders, and buttons that match the signal flow of the patch, making it quick and easy to tweak preset patches or program your own original sounds.<\/p>\n The front panel of the Roland GAIA SH-01 is loaded with hands-on controls for creating and tweaking sounds.<\/p><\/div>\n If sound design is not something that interests you, don’t worry. The GAIA SH-01 comes with 64 preset sounds that are suitable for all types of electronic music, and there are lots more available for free at Roland’s Axial site<\/a>. You have the ability to store 64 user sounds on board as well, and another 64 via a removable USB key.<\/p>\nWhich Roland Synth is Right for You?<\/h2>\n
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