Introducing Roland AIRA Compact P-6 Creative Sampler

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"The P-6 Creative Sampler joins the AIRA Compact gang, packing legendary Roland sampling technology into a compact, user-friendly gadget. Seamlessly blending classic sampling techniques with granular sound design, the instrument features a built-in mic and advanced sequencer in a lightweight, rechargeable package. With a versatile stash of hands-on FX and intuitive controls, the P-6 delivers unparalleled portable sampling power.

Watch Dustin Good dive into the depth of features and connectivity within this mini roving recorder:
00:00 Intro
01:43 Layout
02:05 Sampling Settings
02:41 Sampling Examples
03:46 Chop
04:05 Step Sampling
04:46 Granular
05:39 Pattern Sequencer
06:47 FX
07:24 Resampling
07:56 Connectivity/AIRA Compact Series"

Roland AIRA Compact P-6 Creative Sampler | Tutorial

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"In this tutorial, Dustin Good explores the P-6’s powerful features and offers tips for mastering this wildly jammable instrument.

00:00 Intro
00:55 Inputs
07:06 Sample Editing
12:12 FX
15:03 Chop
15:47 Step Sampling
17:06 Pattern Sequencer
21:01 Granular
22:38 Resampling
23:32 Writing Process"

User vidoes:

Roland P-6 // basically a modern pocket sized SP-303...

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"There's low key a lot of stuff I didn't touch on. Two big ones are trigger probability, and effects / output busses. This isn't really intentional, sometimes I just dont have any good takes of a particular segment, or it doesn't fit with what comes around it. But I also thing that goes toward my main impressions of this : it can get really confusing IF you try to dive into the advanced features, but they aren't necessary for this to be a good instrument. But more than that, it's clear that I approached this like a modern 303, and I'm fine with that.

0:00 Intro
1:23 Hands On
2:30 Patterns / Recording parts
6:50 Manipulating Samples
15:00 Effects Section
19:57 Sampling
23:18 External Source
27:05 Resampling
29:00 Chop
32:30 External Keyboard
33:54 Granular into conclusions."

Roland Compact P-6 Review // Sampling, Granular and Beatmaking Tutorial

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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:15 Overview
4:10 Polyphony
5:20 Step buttons
7:05 Knobs & buttons
8:45 Connectivity
9:45 Sample playback
11:40 Sound design
12:05 Pitch envelope
13:05 Voice params
14:10 Filter menu
15:00 Mixer menu
15:45 Chops
17:30 Granular
21:05 Sequencing
21:40 Step seq
25:00 Live rec
26:30 Automation
27:40 Sampling
29:25 Step sampling
30:30 Delay & reverb
32:10 MFX bus
34:40 Buses
35:30 Shift funcs
36:25 Main menu
36:55 Sample tool
38:05 Pros & cons
42:15 Factory patterns

Press release follows:

"Powerful AIRA Compact Instrument with Granular Sound Design Tools, Sequencing, Real-Time Effects, a USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface, and More

Los Angeles, CA, September 12, 2024 — Roland announces the P-6 Creative Sampler, the latest addition to the growing AIRA Compact family of portable instruments for modern music creators. The P-6 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, a USB-C audio/MIDI interface, and a versatile selection of hands-on MFX, the P-6 delivers exceptional sampling and performance capabilities on the go.

The P-6 is ideal for any level of music creator, from beginner to pro. Top-level tactile controls and pads encourage jamming and sound tweaking the moment the user powers up. And when they’re ready, they can go deeper with advanced features for cutting-edge sonic manipulation and performance.

Whether using the built-in mic, analog inputs, or a smartphone via USB-C, the P-6 is always ready to sample at a moment’s notice. After capturing sounds, it’s easy to chop up longer samples for triggering from the onboard keyboard or combine multiple sounds with Step Sampling and resampling features. There’s also a curated selection of hands-on MFX, including Vinyl Simulator, DJFX Looper, Stopper, Lo-fi, Scatter, Phaser, Resonator, and more.

The advanced granular sampling tools in the P-6 unlock a universe of microscopic sound design. Users can transform tiny moments into sonic landscapes with the ability to detune samples, adjust the grain shape, play with head position, head speed, spread, and more. From clean and pristine to beautifully mangled, it’s simple to conjure new sound dimensions with a twist of a knob or a press of a button.

The P-6 offers deep sequencing features that push the boundaries of music programming. Users can jam with 64-step patterns powered by dynamic sequencing elements like motion recording, probability, micro-timing, off-grid sequencing, and sub steps. With the Step Loop function, it’s possible to manipulate playback in real time for creative improvs and instant stutter effects.

The P-6 SampleTool software for macOS and Windows is a handy companion for editing and transferring samples between a computer and the P-6. Users can clean up clicks with snap to zero, truncate to remove unwanted sections, normalize to standardize audio levels, and use downsampling for gritty, lo-fi sound creation.

About the AIRA Compact Series
The growing lineup of AIRA Compact instruments lets anyone jam, perform, and develop ideas on the go with friendly tactile controls, inspiring sounds, and loads of intuitive music tools. Along with the new P-6 Creative Sampler, the current lineup includes the S-1 Tweak Synth, T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer, and E-4 Voice Tweaker.

AIRA Compact users can realize complete compositions with a single unit or expand their possibilities by connecting and synchronizing with other AIRA Compact models. Multiple AIRA Compacts can be mixed and monitored with headphones or an external speaker system using the last device in the chain. The new P-6 provides digital audio transfer over USB-C, making it an ideal master unit for livestreaming AIRA Compact performances and recording in mobile music apps and computer DAWs.

Availability & Pricing

The Roland AIRA Compact P-6 Creative Sampler is available in the U.S. now for $219.99."

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