Explore ground-breaking Roland drums—starting from the early days and looking to the future with D-Flux, the 50th anniversary concept model.
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Led Zeppelin reinvented the 1927 blues classic as a head-bobbing riff fest. Recreate the John Bonham beat that continues to inspire drummers.
The "Superstition" groove reminds us that, alongside his songwriting and musicianship, Wonder is one of the greatest drummers around.
The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
EXPLORE DJ AND PRODUCTION
Austin, TX beatmaker/producer/artist Flobama shares four essential quick-start tips to help SP-404 users maximize their machines.
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
Livestreaming has quickly become a way of life for DJs. The Roland DJ-707M unlocks livestreaming with an iOS device using the second USB port.
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.
Zenbeats gave singer-songwriter Shay Leonia the confidence to record vocals for her single "Crumbs." Read about the entire creative process.
Behind the Beat: “My Hero” by Foo Fighters
Clementine Moss and Ari Rosenschein
Taylor Hawkins was a hero to drummers everywhere. This “Behind the Beat” honors his musical legacy and the power of the Foo Fighters classic.
Behind the Beat: “When the Levee Breaks” by Led Zeppelin
Clementine Moss
Led Zeppelin reinvented the 1927 blues classic as a head-bobbing riff fest. Recreate the John Bonham beat that continues to inspire drummers.
Behind the Beat: “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots
Dana Parker
Josh Dun’s groove on the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots is infectious. Explore the beat and get its unique tone on V-Drums.
Roland TD-50X Drums: V-Drums Redefined
Brett Clur
For a top-of-the-line electronic drum kit, look no further than the TD-50X series. Every element combines for a superb drumming experience.
Introduction to Roland V-Drums
Ari Rosenschein
Looking for a Roland V-Drums kit to help you achieve your drumming goals? This introduction will help you find the ideal kit for you.
Roland TD-07 Drums: The Next Step
Sahan Jayasuriya
With useful upgrades, the TD-07 series is perfect for the progressing drummer or beginner wanting something more from the get-go.
Roland TD-17 Drums: Get Better, Faster
Brett Clur
The TD-17 series is the perfect introduction to an electronic kit. Get top-tier sounds and tools to make every drummer better, faster.
Roland TD-27 Drums: Next-Gen Performance
Brett Clur
With so many electronic drum kits to choose from, what’s the best intermediate choice? Roland’s TD-27 series provides the solution.
Roland VAD Drums: Fusing New Tech and Classic Design
Henry Allen
The V-Drums Acoustic Design (VAD) series combines the Roland technology drummers love with classic acoustic drum set styling.
Roland TD-1 Drums: The Perfect Start
Sahan Jayasuriya
The Roland TD-1 series gives beginning drummers everything they need to enjoy the instrument and excel without breaking the bank.
EXPLORE PIANO AND SYNTHESIZER
Get the most out of the powerful Roland SYSTEM-8 synthesizer on stage and in the studio with this comprehensive Ultimate Guide.
Travel back in time to the year 1985 to find out what makes the JX-8P so unique among the Roland polysynths and why it remains so beloved.
Explore the highlights of Roland's accomplishments in digital pianos. Plus, get a first look at the 50th Anniversary Concept Model.
The P-6 is a compact sampler capable of a wide range of sample processing and compositional techniques. Learn to use this flexible, portable instrument.
Backing yourself up as a singer can be a daunting task. Here are a few strategies to help improve self-accompaniment skills.