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Roland System-100
In our latest Hardware Focus, we take a look at Roland’s 1975 semi-modular behemoth, the System 100.
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Programming FM Synthesis With The Roland TR-8S
Roland’s surprise firmware update has added FM synthesis to its already powerful drum machine. Let’s see how to make the most of it.
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Roland Announces the SP-404MKII
Originally leaked on Reddit last week, the SP-404MKII SP sampler is now been officially announced.…
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ROM Expansion Enhances Roland TR-707 With Samples From The TR-808, LinnDrum And More
HKA Design’s update adds eight sound banks of iconic drum machine sounds to the TR-707 and 727.
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How High is Your Roland IQ?
You have 15 mins to complete 14 practical tests for a chance to win £2,000 worth of Roland gear…
Gear/Software
Roland Jupiter-Xm
Any return of a Jupiter-badged synth from Roland is likely to pique interest. But how about a ‘best of…
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How High is Your Roland IQ Winners Announced
It’s time to announce the winners of last month’s Roland interactive and immersive experience. Read on to see…
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Roland’s TR-8S Update Adds An FM Synthesis Engine And New Effects
Roland has released the version 2.0 update for the TR-8S, bringing FM synthesis, new effects and a reload function to the company’s flagship groovebox.
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Roland TB-303: Not a Real Bass Guitar
In the latest instalment of Hardware Focus, we take a look at a cult classic: the Roland TB-303. A…
Gear/Software
Roland MC-101
With the exception of the SE-02 synth, a collaboration with Studio Electronics, Roland has stubbornly doubled down on the…
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Roland Adds Four Classic Synths To Zenology
Roland has announced that it is bringing emulations of four of its classic synths to Zenology and other ZEN-Core Synthesis instruments.
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New Roland AIRA
Roland to release sync box capable of integrating modern MIDI and USB gear with vintage hardware.…
Gear/Software
How Analogue is the Roland Cloud?
Adam Douglas finds out just how analogue the Roland Cloud is.…
Long Reads
The Genesis of Synthesis: 10 Reasons Why The Roland Juno Is The Greatest Synthesizer Of All Time
The Queen of Gods | The God of Synths…
My Studio
Roland Klinkenberg
Roland Klinkenberg shows us his essential studio equipment, including the most extravagant keyboard stand we’ve ever seen.…
Gear/Software
Roland AIRA VT-3 Voice Transformer
The VT-3 is the surprise package of the AIRA range. Greg Scarth finds out if it might become a…
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Roland SH-101
In the latest instalment of Hardware Focus, we take a look at a cult classic: the Roland SH-101.…
Hardware Focus
Roland Space Echo
In our latest Hardware Focus, we take a closer look at one of the most iconic echo effects of all…
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Roland To Reissue TB-303 And TR-808?
With the NAMM trade show just around the corner, leaked details of Roland’s new product releases hint at models…
Top Tracks
Sara Simms
Sara Simms is a DJ and producer based in the US. Her latest single ‘Kreator’ with Mellefresh is out now…
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Leaked Photos Reveal New Roland Boutique Synths
Photos leaked via Reddit show that Roland’s new synth line-up includes three models based on analogue classics.…
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Roland AIRA Goes Modular
With a teaser image released ahead of next week’s Musikmesse trade show, Roland looks set to introduce a new…
Gear/Software
Manifest Audio: Pattern Engine
What do you get when you combine 16 steps, 4 LFOs, 5 randomizable parameters per-step, 50 scales, and a wealth of MIDI input and playback options? The answer, apparently, is Manifest Audio’s new flagship MIDI sequencer: Pattern Engine.
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Last Nubian
Last Nubian has just released his superb four-track ‘Ghetto Child’ deep house EP on Leicester’s Flat White Records…
Gear/Software
Roland AIRA TB-3 Touch Bassline
Is it ever wise to reinvent a classic? Greg Scarth finds out if Roland’s new take on the 303…
Gear/Software
Roland AIRA TR-8 Rhythm Performer
The AIRA drum machine offers hints of 808 and 909. But as Greg Scarth discovers, it’s not quite the…
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NAMM 2021: Spitfire Audio Release New Contemporary Drama Toolkit
Spitfire Audio promise you can “score to picture without theory” with its new Contemporary Drama Toolkit sample library.
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Brother Nebula
Brother Nebula is the pseudonym of a well-known house producer who is currently choosing to keep his identity secret…
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Roland AIRA TR-8, TB-3, VT-1 & System-1 Unveiled
Roland has finally released full details of its much-anticipated new AIRA range.…
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Watch Roland Engineers Discuss How The AIRA Emulates The TB-303
Roland’s latest videos all but confirm that the AIRA series will consist of virtual analogue units based on the…
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Black Friday: Buy Anything and Get An Enamel Badge 50% Off
This Black Friday we’re offering a different deal each day. Today is our final Black Friday promo drop and…
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How High is Your Roland IQ?
You have 15 mins to complete 14 practical tests for a chance to win £2,000 worth of Roland gear…
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Ten Of The Best: Headphones For Music Production
We offer a selection of our recommended headphones for studio use, picking out our top choices at a range of…
Long Reads
What Makes A Great DJ?
What makes a great DJ? Kristan Caryl asked a group of top selectors including Dave Clarke, Mr G, Mosca and…
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Ten Of The Best: New Analogue Mono Synths
2014 was an incredible year for analogue synths and 2015 looks set to deliver even more. We run through some…