The AIRA Compact line is Roland's most portable to date. Learn the key skills needed to get started with this powerful instrument series.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
The JD-800 was a slider-packed synthesizer designed to bring sound creation back to music-making. The engineers tell the tale of the classic.
A powerful synthesizer and arranging tool, FANTOM boosts output by eliminating barriers. Learn to use it to craft songs from start to finish.
Tame Impala blends shoegaze, electro-pop, and downtempo funk in its sound. Use Roland Cloud to create a track in the group's dreamy style.
Creative Hub will help you utilize FANTOM as your studio nerve center. This time we’ll discuss ways to maximize FANTOM’s MIDI functions.
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
The Roland DJ-808 is an exceptionally powerful DJ performance instrument. However, the DJ-808 is only half of the equation.
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.
Hybrid drumming blends acoustic and electronic elements. Abe Cunningham of Deftones and tech Ed Davis explain their approach to the style.
Find out how to get started with the forward-thinking Serato DJ Lite controller.
Explore ground-breaking Roland drums—starting from the early days and looking to the future with D-Flux, the 50th anniversary concept model.