Roland NOVA-MOD SH-101 Manual page 3

sounds that are difficult to explain...they must be heard. These sounds are somewhat aggressive, distorted, bell
like but most importantly, not attainable on a regular SH-101. These sounds are similar to those heard on a
MiniMoog with its third LFO assigned.
One example: Dial a patch with only a ramp waveform assigned but at the same time, modulate the VCF Cutoff
with the Pulsewidth. Manually change the pulsewidth to vary the FM effect. It is quite unique. You can then
switch in Sub Osc -2 Oct. Pulse as the FM source then adjust the -1oct/-2oct/-2oct switch to change the sound
further. Finally swing the Pulsewidth waveform as the FM source but switch from Manual to LFO modulation and
then play with the PW Mod's waveform.
A rotary pot controls the amount of modulation. A six-way rotary switch selects the FM Source:
Pulse waveform
Ramp waveform
-1 Octave Sqr waveform*
-2 Octave Sqr waveform*
-2 Octave Pulse waveform*
Noise waveform
* As well, although there are only two Sub Osc Sources, the sub Osc switch -1/-2/-2 changes the sound, giving
even more variety.
ENV #2
A second Attack/Decay envelope. (To be developed). This is in the works but hopefully will be available soon.
1/4" CV/Gate In/Out Jacks
The existing 1/8" jacks are replaced by 1/4" jacks. Nothing special here except convenience.
NOVA-MOD Parts List
2 6 position Rotary Switches (Radio Shack units work fine but 3" long shafts must be cut. As well, pins must
be
flattened to prevent interference with keyboard action, shims may be required to lower keyboard.)
Roland 4 position switches (pn 13119303 SRM1034-K15) may be used also but the switches must be