Original SP-404 designer Kenji Yamada and current project leader Takeo Shirato discuss the 404 concept, its widespread popularity, and more.
If you want your sequences to hit harder and groove deeper this guide will show you how to program, tweak, and automate the 303 like a pro.
The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
Daru Jones has a style all his own. The hybrid drummer discusses touring with Jack White, custom kits, and the importance of individuality in hip-hop.
Here is the story of DW Drums—from its earliest days as a teaching studio right up to the latest innovations.
Explore the continuing story of DW Drums as the company expands from early hardware innovation into world-class drum manufacturing.
Dive into DW’s inspiring legacy as the company enters the world of high-fidelity audio drum samples with DW Soundworks™.
Top keyboard players and music directors convene in the capital to discuss their careers and how V-STAGE helps them stay in the moment.
Whether this is your first instrument or you’re adding keys to your repertoire, learn tips and tricks for your first 90 minutes with GO:KEYS.
Songwriting can be a daunting task for both beginners and pros. With GO:KEYS, streamline your creative process like never before.
Did you know that GO:KEYS is a songwriter’s dream come true? Here’s how you can create your first pop song with the powerful instrument.
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Learn how to take your soft synths into uncharted territory by pairing them with the Roland Cloud BOSS Effects Pedals plug-in.
Learn the origin story of vocal harmonizers and processors and explore the science behind creating vocal harmonies with music technology.
All you need is a DAW and Roland Cloud to record a polished demo. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting started.
From humble beginnings to working with James Blake, Bob Mackenzie explains how the Roland SP-404MKII fuels creativity
Original SP-404 designer Kenji Yamada and current project leader Takeo Shirato discuss the 404 concept, its widespread popularity, and more.
Discover the exciting audio effects Technology Preview from Roland Future Design Lab and Neutone.
The Aerophone Brisa Engineering team discusses the power and potential of the latest addition to the family of instruments.
Original SP-404 designer Kenji Yamada and current project leader Takeo Shirato discuss the 404 concept, its widespread popularity, and more.
Meet the engineering talents behind the Aerophone and learn about the digital wind instrument's journey from concept to fruition.
GAIA 2 boasts a powerful hybrid engine combining wavetable and virtual analog synthesis. Its designers shed light on this dynamic instrument.
Learn how to take the camera on your mobile device to the next level and maximize it for livestreaming and other video content.
The online star shares secrets about gaining his Twitch fandom, his hi-tech setup, and what inspires him about livestreaming.
The AeroCaster Livestreaming System makes livestreaming easier than ever. Find out everything you need to kick off your journey today.
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Brian Lamb AKA Unit:E is a Roland Cloud Academy instructor and admin of the MC-707 and MC-101 Facebook user group. As a DJ, he's participated in countless events across Hawaii and the West Coast.
Francis Preve is an Austin-based music technology consultant and veteran producer whose discography includes Top 10 releases on Beatport and Billboard. His work as a professor includes developing curricula for the Texas state school system and serving on advisory boards for SXSW and The Moog Foundation.
Jake Uitti’s work appears in Interview, Vanity Fair, The Washington Post, American Songwriter, The Seattle Times and other publications. The son of Ivy League professors, Jake grew up amidst tomes of French literature, but soulful meals, compelling conversation, and thoughtful music are his true loves.
Joseph's work appears in NPR, VICE, Bandcamp, Noisey, SPIN, Consequence of Sound, and more. He is also a curator at Northwest Terror Fest.