At Red Rocks Amphiteatre, Mark Knopfler's musical director Guy Fletcher and keyboardist Jim Cox walk us through their keyboard rigs.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
Creative Hub will help you utilize FANTOM as your studio nerve center. This time we’ll discuss ways to maximize FANTOM’s MIDI functions.
From controlling software synthesizers to acting as an audio interface, Creative Hub will help you utilize FANTOM as a studio nerve center.
Triggers offer a wide range of possibilities for interfacing drum machines with other gear. Explore the best ways to get started using them.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the TR-1000 integrated input from the creative community into the final product.
Tips and Tricks: Using the Roland Cloud JC-120 Jazz Chorus with Synths
Adam Douglas
Add presence, bite and spatial width to synth basses, leads, pads and more with the JC-120 Jazz Chorus guitar amplifier software effect.
Roland Engineering: SP-404 Past, Present, and Future
Ari Rosenschein
Original SP-404 designer Kenji Yamada and current project leader Takeo Shirato discuss the 404 concept, its widespread popularity, and more.
Careers in Music: Bob Mackenzie with James Blake
Rod Brakes
From humble beginnings to working with James Blake, Bob Mackenzie explains how the Roland SP-404MKII fuels creativity
Songwriting with Roland Cloud: Creating Your First Demo
SIRMA
All you need is a DAW and Roland Cloud to record a polished demo. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting started.
Vocal Harmonizer History: Effects Processors, Vocoders, and More
SIRMA
Learn the origin story of vocal harmonizers and processors and explore the science behind creating vocal harmonies with music technology.
Using Synths with Roland Cloud BOSS Effects Pedals
Adam Douglas
Learn how to take your soft synths into uncharted territory by pairing them with the Roland Cloud BOSS Effects Pedals plug-in.
Supercharge Your Vocal Production with Roland Cloud: RE-201 Space Echo, ZENOLOGY FX and More
SIRMA
All you need is a DAW and Roland Cloud to mix your vocals like a pro. Learn how to expand your sonic horizons using these powerful tools.
Watch 10 Creative SP-404MKII Performance Effects in Action
Rod Brakes
Discover performance-ready SP-404MKII effects that let you shape unique sounds, energize your live sets, and expand your studio creativity.
EXPLORE DRUMS AND DJ
Learn about the legendary percussionist's family legacy, powerhouse collaborations, and career highlights.
Led Zeppelin reinvented the 1927 blues classic as a head-bobbing riff fest. Recreate the John Bonham beat that continues to inspire drummers.
Josh Manuel discusses hybrid drumming and how he uses Roland electronic gear to enhance his performances with Kane Brown.
Daru Jones has a style all his own. The hybrid drummer discusses touring with Jack White, custom kits, and the importance of individuality in hip-hop.
Playing backing tracks and samples live is one of the most common new experiences a drummer encounters. Tools like the SPD::ONE WAV PAD offer solutions.