Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer firmware

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Final firmware: 1.30

Roland has stopped releasing firmware updates for this device. The last release we recorded is dated 1 Nov 2016.

What's new in 1.30

[ Ver.1.30 ] NOV 2016 - Compatible with the SH-101 PLUG-OUT Software Synthesizer Ver.1.06. Operation with the following PLUG-OUTs has been confirmed to be correct (2017/01): PROMARS PLUG-OUT Software Synthesizer Ver.1.04 SH-101 PLUG-OUT Software Synthesizer Ver.1.07 SH-2 PLUG-OUT Software Synthesizer Ver.1.06 SYSTEM-100 PLUG-OUT Software Synthesizer Ver.1.03

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Last checked 30 Aug 2026

Download 1.30 from Rolandopens in a new tab — roland.com

How to update the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer

Enter update mode by holding the designated button while powering on, then connect the SYSTEM-1 via USB — it will appear as a USB mass storage device. Copy the update file from the unzipped archive to the drive root, eject cleanly, then reboot. Back up all patches before updating: firmware 1.30 initializes patch memory.

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

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Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.301 Nov 2016

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — roland.com

Tracked in 1 rig on FW//RADAR.

Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer manual & official pages

Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer?

The latest firmware for the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer is version 1.30, released on 1 Nov 2016. FW//RADAR last checked Roland's official page on 30 Aug 2026.

How do I update the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer?

Enter update mode by holding the designated button while powering on, then connect the SYSTEM-1 via USB — it will appear as a USB mass storage device. Copy the update file from the unzipped archive to the drive root, eject cleanly, then reboot. Full instructions on Roland's official firmware page.

Where can I download Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer firmware and drivers?

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

Is the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer still receiving firmware updates?

Roland has stopped releasing firmware for the Roland System-1 Plug-Out Synthesizer. The last version is 1.30 from 1 Nov 2016.

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