The SE-02 from Roland's Boutique Designer Series brings the rich, vintage vibe of true analog synthesis to your studio or stage rig. This compact yet powerful mono synth packs authentic discrete analog circuitry into a space-saving enclosure loaded with hands-on controls. Whether you're after classic analog leads, basses, pads or otherworldly effects, the SE-02 delivers with its three oscillators, low-pass filter and dual gain-stage amplifier. Best of all, it comes bundled with a rugged Decksaver cover to protect your investment.

True Analog Tone With Modern Stability

At the heart of the SE-02 lies an all-analog signal path recreating the warmth and complexity of vintage synths. Yet it goes beyond typical analog with automatic tuning and temperature stabilization, giving you consistent tone without the tuning drift. The three voltage-controlled oscillators produce six different waveforms, while the 24dB low-pass filter shapes the sound. You can sculpt aggressive or smooth timbres using the dual gain-stage amp and comprehensive modulation options like cross-modulation, feedback loop, LFO and more.

Intuitive Hands-On Control

Despite its compact size, the SE-02 places a wealth of sound design tools at your fingertips. Its top panel is filled with high-quality knobs and switches, giving you direct access to all essential parameters. Every function has its own dedicated control, arranged in a logical signal flow. No menus to navigate—just grab the knobs and tweak. With 384 factory presets and 128 user locations, you can easily store and recall your custom creations for live performances or studio sessions.

Animate Your Sounds With the Pattern Sequencer

The SE-02's powerful 16-step sequencer brings rhythmic motion to your sounds. You can program sequences that lock to external MIDI, USB or trigger tempo sources, with adjustable gate times, glide and patch changes per step. Creative performance controls allow you to set shuffle grooves, scales, step directions and more on the fly. You can even automate synth parameters within sequences for complex, evolving textures. The sequencer's song mode extends your patterns into full-length compositions.

Built-In Protection With the Decksaver Cover

Your SE-02 will stay safe from dust, spills and impacts thanks to the included Decksaver polycarbonate cover. This custom-fitted shield slips over your synth's knobs and switches, guarding the sensitive controls from harm while accommodating cables for uninterrupted use. When it's time to pack up, the rigid Decksaver lets you confidently store the SE-02 in a case or gig bag. With protection like this, you can focus on making music instead of worrying about gear damage.