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Roland SH-4D

Roland SH-4D

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$715.99at Musician's FriendChecked 15 h ago

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $715.99 at Musician's Friend (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 3 stores.
  • Our take on the Roland SH-4D

    The Roland SH-4D is a desktop synthesizer and groovebox with four synth parts, a drum track, a 64-step sequencer and hands-on sliders and knobs. It borrows the SH-101 filter and oscillator character but adds wavetable, FM, PCM and modeled engines, so one box covers a lot of ground. It has no keyboard, no speakers and no internal battery, so it is a studio or desk instrument that needs USB power. Reviewers rate the sound and immediacy highly but note the small screen, menu diving and the fact that it is not a full groovebox like the MC-707.

    Best forProducers wanting a compact desktop synth with a hands-on sequencerLive performers who need four synth parts plus drums in one boxOwners of other Roland gear adding SH-style leads and bassesBeatmakers who prefer knobs and sliders over a screen
    Pros
    • Four independent synth parts plus a drum track
    • Modeled SH-101 filter and oscillator sound
    • Wavetable, FM, PCM and analog-modeling engines in one unit
    • 64-step sequencer with motion recording
    • Sliders and knobs for most sound shaping
    • USB bus power and class-compliant audio/MIDI
    Cons
    • No keyboard, speakers or internal battery
    • Small display and menu diving for deeper parameters
    • No sampling or audio recording
    • Drum section is limited compared with dedicated drum machines
    • Some effects and routing require the app editor

    Roland SH-4D prices at every store

    • Guitar CenterNew

      In stock

      $715.99Free shippingChecked 15 h ago
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    • Musician's FriendNew

      In stock

      $715.99Checked 15 h ago
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    • AdoramaNew

      In stock

      $739.99Free shippingChecked 15 h ago
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    Roland SH-4D price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $715.99 on Nov 10 at Musician's Friend. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

    What reviewers say

    Owners and reviewers praise the sound engine and the hands-on workflow, calling it one of the most fun small synths Roland has made. Criticism centers on the small screen, menu depth and the limited drum and sampling features.

    What people mention
    • SoundPraisedOwners say the modeled SH-101 filter and oscillators sound warm and musical.
    • WorkflowPraisedReviewers like the sliders and knobs for fast sound shaping.
    • ScreenCriticisedThe small display and menu diving slow down deeper editing.
    • DrumsMixedThe drum track is useful for sketches but limited for full production.
    • PortabilityMixedIt is compact and USB powered but has no battery or speakers.

    Specifications

    Connections
    1/8" Headphone Jack, MIDISource
    Built-In Tuner
    NoSource
    Pads
    NoSource
    Color
    BlackSource
    Modulation Wheel

    Questions and answers

    Is the SH-4D a good first hardware synth?
    It can be, because the main controls are hands-on and the presets are strong. The menu system and lack of a keyboard make it less immediate than a keyboard synth for a complete beginner.
    How does it compare with the Roland MC-707?
    The SH-4D focuses on synth sound design with four parts and a simpler sequencer. The MC-707 offers more tracks, sampling and a larger screen, but costs more and is bigger.
    Does it have a keyboard or speakers?
    No. It is a desktop module with pads and sliders only, so you need a MIDI keyboard or controller and headphones or monitors.
    Can it run on batteries?
    No. It is powered over USB, so you need a USB power source or a computer.
    Does it work as an audio interface with a computer?
    Yes. It sends audio and MIDI over USB, so you can record its parts into a DAW without a separate interface.
    How many sounds can play at once?
    Four synth parts plus a drum track, so five parts total. Each synth part has its own engine and effects.
    Where is the Roland SH-4D cheapest?
    At Musician's Friend, for $715.99, as of our latest check.
    Where can I buy the Roland SH-4D?
    3 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend, Adorama.

    Stores we've priced the Roland SH-4D at

    • Adorama deals and prices
    • Guitar Center deals and prices

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    NoSource
    Rotary Controls
    YesSource
    Speakers
    NoSource
    Power Supply
    USBSource
    Portable
    NoSource
    Pre-Programmed Effects
    YesSource
    Pre-Programmed Sounds
    YesSource
    Keys
    NoSource
    Outputs
    MIDI, 1/4" Jack, 1/8" Headphone JackSource
    Drawbars/Sliders
    YesSource
    Interface
    USB-BSource