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.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
The SH-101 is a versatile single-oscillator synth. Explore five signature lead sounds it can generate with its streamlined front panel.
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.
In 1982, a new synth dynasty set the tone for the '80s and beyond. Get the entire tale of the sonic and cultural impact of the Roland JUNO-60
Dig deep into what's possible with triggers inputs and learn to create evolving sequences that are more than the sum of their parts.
Why Music Creation Apps Can Be a Child’s Intro to Music
SIRMA
Technology plays a big part in music education today. With so many music creation apps, children can make music from an early age.
10 Zenbeats Tips for Your Production Workflow
Charles Burchell
Zenbeats can help you create on the go and inspire ideas at home. Here are ten tips to improve your production workflow.
Roland Engineering: Inside VERSELAB MV-1
Icon Magazine
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.
Roland Engineering: Inside the SP Series
Ari Rosenschein
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.
4 Essential SP-404 Live Performance Tips
Flobama
Austin, TX beatmaker/producer/artist Flobama shares four essential quick-start tips to help SP-404 users maximize their machines.
SP-404: DJFX LOOPER and How to Use It
Charles Burchell
Learn to utilize the SP-404’s DJFX LOOPER, a definitive feature of the SP series and sonic cornerstone of the lo-fi hip-hop movement.
Re-create “Dior” by Pop Smoke in Zenbeats
Charles Burchell
Pop Smoke was a rapper, producer, and singer who rose to stardom in 2019. Learn how to use Roland’s Zenbeats to recreate his immortal “Dior.”
Using Zenbeats to Track Vocals for the First Time
Shay Leonia
Zenbeats gave singer-songwriter Shay Leonia the confidence to record vocals for her single “Crumbs.” Read about the entire creative process.
Producing a Talk Show with GO:MIXER PRO-X
Evan Shamoon
Looking to broadcast a conversation on Clubhouse or create an award-winning podcast? Here’s how the GO:MIXER PRO-X can be your one-stop shop.
EXPLORE DRUMS AND DJ
Here is the story of DW Drums—from its earliest days as a teaching studio right up to the latest innovations.
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.
Hybrid drumming blends acoustic and electronic elements. Anika Nilles explains her approach to the style on tour with Jeff Beck and beyond.
Hybrid drumming blends acoustic and electronic elements. Abe Cunningham of Deftones and tech Ed Davis explain their approach to the style.
Explore ground-breaking Roland drums—starting from the early days and looking to the future with D-Flux, the 50th anniversary concept model.