GILBERT is a DIY analog synth that clones circuitry from the Roland SH-101, MC-202, and SH-09. The result is a unique instrument with a distinctly Roland flavor. If you’re looking for the classic Roland monosynth sound—think Boards of Canada, Squarepusher, acid house, old educational films—this is your synth. Rubbery, smooth, and with a sweet spot a mile wide. The GILBERT has a few extra inputs and outputs compared to the vintage synths it’s based on too, which means it plays very nicely with eurorack or other modular synths.



This particular GILBERT has been modded to work with 5V gate signals—the original was made for 12V gates—which is more in line with what modern gear uses. This doesn’t change how it works with hotter gate signals, just adjusts the threshold at which it triggers.



I’ve built a number of large analog synth projects, including two GILBERTs. Because of the DIY nature of the item, it is being listed “as-is” with no returns. That said, I guarantee good working condition—not looking to pull one over on anyone. If you run into any problems that are obviously related to workmanship, or if something breaks and you need it fixed, let me know and I can repair it for you. Check my feedback here, or message me and I can provide references from folks who have bought custom DIY gear from me in the past.



(MC-202 pictured is for size comparison only and is not included. No power brick is pictured, but one will be included.)







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