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.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
GAIA 2 boasts a powerful hybrid engine combining wavetable and virtual analog synthesis. Its designers shed light on this dynamic instrument.
Award-winning game composer Jesper Kyd shares how Roland gear has been essential to his career, including the Warhammer 40,000 soundtrack.
There’s a powerful, semi-modular synth in Roland Cloud to explore. Learn to connect the SYSTEM-100's virtual patch cords for new sounds.
Creative Hub will help you utilize FANTOM as your studio nerve center. This time we’ll discuss utilizing its external inputs and sub outs.
Track Talk: LUCIANBLOMKAMP on “In Between” by 6LACK
Ari Rosenschein
Australian producer LUCIANBLOMKAMP walks us through the process behind creating the track for 6LACK’s smash hit “In Between.”
Production Hacks: Melody Day
Charles Burchell
Music producers create melodies that inspire artists to write amazing songs. Discover some fresh tricks to level up your melodic game.
Roland Engineering: Designing the SP-404MKII
Ari Rosenschein
The lead designers behind the SP-404MKII provide an exclusive look inside the making of the updated version of the beloved classic.
Ultimate Guide: Customizing the SP-404MKII
Brady Ettinger
The SP-404MKII is ready-made for numerous types of customizations. Here’s a deep dive into the world of options for modding the new model.
Track Talk: VI/DEO by Xeno & Oaklander
Evan Shamoon
Brooklyn’s Xeno & Oaklander discuss their favorite Roland gear and how they utilized it crafting their latest release during the pandemic.
Track Talk: Moods on Music Ruined My Life
SIRMA
Moods, aka Nick Lubbersen, added a live band to his trademark electronica for his latest release. He discusses using the JUNO-6 on the album.
The Science of Sample Packs
SIRMA
Alin Dimitriu, Saint Ezekiel, Lightfoot, and Ski Beatz share the challenges and rewards of sample pack creation and give tips to producers.
Production Hacks: Running Drills
Charles Burchell
Like athletes, musicians can condition their minds and bodies to perform at high levels. These musical drills will keep you primed to create.
Sound Matters: Improving Audio for Streaming Music
Ari Rosenschein
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
EXPLORE DRUMS AND DJ
Learn to use the Roland TD-17's rich features to improve your drumming in a clear and simple way with this Ultimate Guide.
Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos.
Taylor Hawkins was a hero to drummers everywhere. This "Behind the Beat" honors his musical legacy and the power of the Foo Fighters classic.
Discover performance-ready SP-404MKII effects that let you shape unique sounds, energize your live sets, and expand your studio creativity.
Explore ground-breaking Roland drums—starting from the early days and looking to the future with D-Flux, the 50th anniversary concept model.