At Musikmesse 2015, Roland has introduced a new line of Eurorack effects modules, along with the System-1m rack modular synthesizer.

The new modules are standalone, table-top and Eurorack compatible effects that Roland says are ‘for next-level sound mangling and experimentation’.

The modules include distortion, crusher, delay and scatter.

Here’s a video intro to the new modular systems:

Here’s an overview of the four effects modules:

Bitrazer is a unique modular effect, combining intense bit and sample rate crushing effects and control and flexibility.

Able to be used as a tabletop unit or as a Eurorack module, and with an array of CV/Gate inputs, this compact 21 HP unit has a wide range of uses from studio production to live performance.

BITRAZER has large, ultra-smooth controls with over 16 million steps of resolution and is fully re-programmable via computer, smartphone or tablet.

While it sounds great out of the box, you can fully customize BITRAZER’s internal signal path by re-patching its array of virtual sub-modules via a custom application that works on Mac and PC as well as iOS and Android devices.

Submodules are re-patched through a simple and intuitive drag and drop interface that even lets you choose which parameters are assigned to the high-resolution “GRF” knobs. You can reprogram BITRAZER in realtime via USB connection or save and recall patches with a simple audio signal. You can also share patches with other BITRAZER users.

Features:

• Intense bit and sample rate destruction
• CV/Gate parameter control including sample rate, bit depth, and filter
• Tabletop unit or 21 HP Eurorack module using AC adaptor or Eurorack power
• 24-bit knobs with over 16 million steps of resolution
• Re-programmable via Mac, PC, iOS, Android application
• 15 patchable submodules, expandable with free updates
• 2 inputs and 2 outputs with dual-mono or stereo capability
• AIRA Link compatible
• 24bit/96kHz audio interface
• Carefully crafted in Japan
• Includes braided patch cables

DEMORA is a unique modular effect combining an all-new, high-resolution delay with unprecedented control and flexibility.

Able to be used as a tabletop unit or as a Eurorack module, and with an array of CV/Gate inputs, this compact 21 HP unit has a wide range of uses from studio production to live performance.

DEMORA has large, ultra-smooth controls with over 16 million steps of resolution and is fully re-programmable via computer, smartphone or tablet.

Features:

• High-resolution, ultra-smooth delay effect
• Huge delay range from 20 microseconds to 10 seconds
• CV/Gate parameter control including delay time, feedback and width
• Tabletop unit or 21 HP Eurorack module using AC adaptor or Eurorack power
• 24-bit knobs with over 16 million steps of resolution
• Re-programmable via Mac, PC, iOS, Android application
• 15 patchable submodules, expandable with free updates
• 2 inputs and 2 outputs with dual-mono or stereo capability
• AIRA Link compatible
• 24bit/96kHz audio interface
• Carefully crafted in Japan
• Includes braided patch cables

SCOOPER is a unique modular effect, combining a single-pass loop recorder and Scatter effect.

Able to be used as a tabletop unit or as a Eurorack module, and with an array of CV/Gate inputs, this compact 21 HP unit has a wide range of uses from studio production to live performance.

SCOOPER has large, ultra-smooth controls with over 16 million steps of resolution and is fully re-programmable via computer, smartphone or tablet.

Features:

• Single-pass looper with dramatic Scatter effects
• CV/Gate parameter control including Scatter depth/type, pitch, and filter
• Tabletop unit or 21 HP Eurorack module using AC adaptor or Eurorack power
• 24-bit knobs with over 16 million steps of resolution
• Re-programmable via Mac, PC, iOS, Android application
• 15 patchable submodules, expandable with free updates
• 2 inputs and 2 outputs with dual-mono or stereo capability
• AIRA Link compatible
• 24bit/96kHz audio interface
• Carefully crafted in Japan
• Includes braided patch cables

TORCIDO is a versatile modular effect, combining classic Roland distortion sound, control and flexibility.

Able to be used as a tabletop unit or as a Eurorack module, and with an array of CV/Gate inputs, this compact 21 HP unit has a wide range of uses from studio production to live performance.

TORCIDO has large, ultra-smooth controls with over 16 million steps of resolution and is fully re-programmable via computer, smartphone or tablet.

Features:

• Classic Roland distortion sound
• CV/Gate parameter control including distortion amount, tone and tube warmth
• Tabletop unit or 21 HP Eurorack module using AC adaptor or Eurorack power
• 24-bit “GRF” knobs with over 16 million steps of resolution
• Re-programmable via Mac, PC, iOS, Android application
• 15 patchable submodules, expandable with free updates
• 2 inputs and 2 outputs with dual-mono or stereo capability
• AIRA Link compatible
• 24bit/96kHz audio interface
• Carefully crafted in Japan
• Includes braided patch cables

UPDATED: Pricing and Availability. The four new Roland effects units (Demora, Scooper, Torcido and Bitrazer) will be $299 USD MAP each and should be available in June or July, depending on the region of the world. See the Roland site for more info.