Roland SH-01A firmware

Roland active
synth sequencer

Latest firmware: 1.08

1.08released 1 Nov 2021

What's new in 1.08

Ver. 1.08 (NOV 2021) The version number has been updated due to management-related circumstances. Product specifications are unaffected. Ver. 1.07 (JAN 2019) Additional Functions: - USB and MIDI have been added as MIDI clock sources. - A function enabling switching soft thru on and off has been added. Ver. 1.06 (MAY 2018) Bug Fix: - Unintended muting sometimes occurs depending on the combination of sequencer playback, the TRANSPOSE switch, and sound-production information.

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 1.08 from Rolandopens in a new tab — roland.com

How to update the Roland SH-01A

Connect the SH-01A to a computer via micro USB. Hold button [8] while turning the power on to enter update mode — the SH-01A will appear as a USB drive. Extract the downloaded zip and drag BQ3_UPD.BIN into the SH-01A drive. Eject safely. Do not 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 SH-01A firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.081 Nov 2021

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — roland.com

Tracked in 2 rigs on FW//RADAR.

Roland SH-01A manual & official pages

Roland SH-01A firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Roland SH-01A?

The latest firmware for the Roland SH-01A is version 1.08, released on 1 Nov 2021. FW//RADAR last checked Roland's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Roland SH-01A?

Connect the SH-01A to a computer via micro USB. Hold button [8] while turning the power on to enter update mode — the SH-01A will appear as a USB drive. Full instructions on Roland's official firmware page.

Where can I download Roland SH-01A 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 SH-01A manual?

The official Roland user manual is a PDF hosted on static.roland.com. Roland SH-01A user manual (PDF) →

Is the Roland SH-01A still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 1.08 from 1 Nov 2021. FW//RADAR still checks Roland's page daily.

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