In the early days of synthesis various protocols were introduced by manufacturers for syncing their instruments and effects together. But these were often incompatible with items from other manufacturers. The AIRA SBX-1 from Roland is the perfect solution for these situations, a sync box that allows computers and electronic instruments to communicate and synchronize with each other across formats.
The unit supports an array of both analog and digital devices through DIN Sync, MIDI and USB, and any of these can be the master clock source. Or it can be designated as the master sync, controlling multiple external devices using its accurate internal clock. Hands-on control over timing and groove, and support for CV/Gate makes the AIRA SBX-1 a great addition to a hybrid music studio.
Features
- Simultaneous conversion between MIDI, DIN Sync, and USB/MIDI
- Control external devices with SBX-1 as the master sync source
- Shuffle adds swing to patterns generated on devices without swing, such as TR-808 and TB-303
- CV/Gate jacks introduce creative possibilities
- Sync button corrects timing errors with a single press
- Output up to three channels of triggers or LFOs with different characteristics
- DIN Sync supports both Sync24 and Sync48 compatible with a variety of rhythm machines
- Works great with the TR-8 through optimized auxiliary jack
- Runs on USB bus power or with AC adapter
Specifications
| Switch | DIN Sync In (24/48) DIN Sync Out1 (24/48) DIN Sync Out2 (24/48) Transpose (H/M/L) Polarity (+/-) Bend (Whole/Octave/LFO) Aux (1/2/3) Power |
| Buttons | Clock Source (D-Sync/MIDI/USB/Internal) Sync Shuffle Stop Play/Pause Tap |
| Knobs | Tempo Fine |
| Indicators | D-Sync MIDI USB Internal |
| Display | 7 segment, 4 character LED |
| Connectors | 3 x 5-pin DIN DIN Sync In, Out 1, Out 2 3 x 5-pin DIN MIDI In, Out 1, Out 2 1 x 1/8″ TS CV 1 x 1/8″ TS Gate 1 x 1/8″ TS Bend 1 x 1/8″ TS Auxiliary 1 x USB Type B 1 x DC In |
| Power Requirements | AC adapter or supplied from the computer via USB |
| Current Draw | 150 mA (when using an AC adapter) 200 mA (when using USB bus power) |
| Dimensions | 8.7 x 5.4 x 2.1″ (220 x 135 x 52 mm) |
| Weight | 1.8 lb (790 g) |
| Package Weight | 3.6 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 16.4 x 8 x 4.6″ |
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