Roland S-1 firmware

Roland active
synth groovebox sequencer

Latest firmware: 1.02

1.02released 1 May 2023

What's new in 1.02

Additional Functions / Functionality Improvements. You can check the sound using the keyboard pads on the MENU screen, function screen, and D-MOTION setting screen. Added rS.Sh (Riser Shape) parameter, and other performance and UX improvements — see the release page for the full list.

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 1.02 from Rolandopens in a new tab — roland.com

How to update the Roland S-1

Download the firmware zip from the Roland support page and extract it. Connect the S-1 to a computer via USB-C. Copy S1_UPD.BIN to the root of the S-1 drive. Eject safely. Power the S-1 on with the file present to start the update. Do not disconnect or power off during the update.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

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Roland S-1 firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.021 May 2023

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — roland.com

Tracked in 13 rigs on FW//RADAR.

Roland S-1 manual & official pages

Roland S-1 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Roland S-1?

The latest firmware for the Roland S-1 is version 1.02, released on 1 May 2023. FW//RADAR last checked Roland's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Roland S-1?

Download the firmware zip from the Roland support page and extract it. Connect the S-1 to a computer via USB-C. Full instructions on Roland's official firmware page.

Where can I download Roland S-1 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Roland's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Roland S-1 manual?

The official Roland user manual is a PDF hosted on static.roland.com. Roland S-1 user manual (PDF) →

Is the Roland S-1 still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 1.02 from 1 May 2023. FW//RADAR still checks Roland's page daily.

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