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.
Jim Keltner has been a go-to session drummer since the '70s. From ex-Beatles to Bob Dylan to Steely Dan, here’s a taste of the legendary player.
The online star shares secrets about gaining his Twitch fandom, his hi-tech setup, and what inspires him about livestreaming.
Noah Hyppolite discusses hybrid hip-hop drumming and how he navigates the intersection of touring with Mick Jenkins and a career in aerospace.
From the Glastonbury Festival grounds, hybrid drummers share their setups and offer advice to aspiring musicians.
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.
Want to write an R&B song but don’t know where to begin? Here is a step-by-step introduction to songwriting with this powerful instrument.
Have you been waiting to begin your musical journey? Learn the basics of rhythm, meter, pitch, notation, and song arrangement.
Add presence, bite and spatial width to synth basses, leads, pads and more with the JC-120 Jazz Chorus guitar amplifier software effect.
Erick the Architect delves into the inspiration behind his track "Beverly Drive," highlighting its deep connection to his community.
The normally secretive artist took time to discuss the process behind creating their new GALAXIAS Scene Packs.
Songwriter James Fauntleroy shares exclusive thoughts on the songwriting process behind creating hit songs with a range of artists.
Singer-songwriter, pianist, and actor Adrian Lyles shares his musical journey and songwriting creative process.
Tone Explorer is a technology preview from Roland Future Design Lab, made available for music creators to try as a GALAXIAS Labs Experiment.
Meet the engineering talents behind the Aerophone and learn about the digital wind instrument's journey from concept to fruition.
The lead designers behind the SP-404MKII provide an exclusive look inside the making of the updated version of the beloved classic.
The SP-404 helped usher in lo-fi hip-hop. Roland’s Engineering team answers questions on the most intriguing aspects of the iconic SP series.
Roland's Development team discusses all things VERSELAB, a new music production tool that makes it easy to create songs from pop to hip-hop.
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.
When it comes to choosing a livestreaming platform, there are several key factors to consider. Find out which is right for your content.
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.
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.
Jamie is Artist Relations Manager for Roland Europe Group. A walking musical encyclopedia, he's also an avid trivia fan with interests in numerous areas.
Peter Kirn lives in Berlin and is editor of CDM.link. He is an electronic musician and technologist with a background in composition and musicology, producing both experimental and club music and speaking around the world about new expressive technologies.