Roland SYSTEM-500 540

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. The SYSTEM-500 is made to exacting standards with top-quality components and solid controls, with a collaborative production process between Portland, USA and Hamamatsu, Japan. 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

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

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)
Accessories:

• Owner's Manual

• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

• Eurorack installation screws (4 pcs)

• Eurorack power cable

Dimensions
Width: 81 mm / 3-3/16 inches / 16 HP
Depth: 58 mm / 2-5/16 inches
Height: 128.5 mm / 5-1/16 inches
Weight: 202 g / 8 oz