FANTOM is more than a synthesizer. Takeo Shirato and his team help illuminate the groundbreaking creative hub and its perpetual growth.
EXPLORE SYNTHESIZERS
The music industry veteran talks Naughty by Nature, her long history with Roland, and the future of music: the kids.
1979 was an exciting year for synthesizers at Roland, and PROMARS had a unique place. This deep dive explores the classic monosynth.
Vangelis’ “Elsewhere” has all the hallmarks of the late maestro: synths, emotion, and a sublime melody, all held together by two JUNO-106s.
One of the most distinctive polys of the ’80s, the JX-3P is the secret sauce on tracks from movie themes to quirky indie cuts.
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
Livestreaming has quickly become a way of life for DJs. The Roland DJ-707M unlocks livestreaming with an iOS device using the second USB port.
Prepping for a big gig or woodshedding to improve your chops—these V-Drums exercises will help build precision, timing, and more.
Utilizing the SPD-SX as a MIDI controller unlocks a new world of creative possibilities. Explore the SPD-SX as a production tool.
Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos.
From the Glastonbury Festival grounds, hybrid drummers share their setups and offer advice to aspiring musicians.