Vangelis’ “Elsewhere” has all the hallmarks of the late maestro: synths, emotion, and a sublime melody, all held together by two JUNO-106s.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
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.
Utilize ZENOLOGY to recreate the mellow tones and lush soundscapes of Olivia Rodrigo’s heart-wrenching ballad, “drivers license.”
FANTOM is more than a synthesizer. Takeo Shirato and his team help illuminate the groundbreaking creative hub and its perpetual growth.
At the core of every drum sequence are electronic pulses called triggers. Explore the best ways to control them in your music production.
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
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.
There's an excitement to playing a drum set for the first time. As a father, Oli Raud gets to revisit that feeling with his children.
Ryan “Rymo” Moran of Slightly Stoopid explores the power of hybrid drumming—bringing records to life onstage with real-time flexibility and unlocking an ever-expanding creative world.
Josh Manuel discusses hybrid drumming and how he uses Roland electronic gear to enhance his performances with Kane Brown.
Chris Wood does more behind the kit than just playing drums. Learn how his hybrid kit informs Bastille’s uplifting, layered sound.