Roland AIRA Compact P-6 Creative Sampler
ROVING RECORDER.
The P-6 Creative Sampler packs renowned Roland sampling technology into a pocket-size gadget with sophisticated granular sound design options and a powerful sequencer. 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.
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
Specifications
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(R) (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
