Sound Behind the Song: “White Eagle” by Tangerine Dream At the heart of Tangerine Dream’s hypnotic “White Eagle” lies a secret—one kept between the band and a pair of JUPITER-8s. by Adam Douglas 3 mins read
JUPITER: King of the Polysynths The name JUPITER is synonymous with the cutting edge. Explore the highlights of the line with the original Roland engineers as your guides. by Adam Douglas 8 mins read
Roland Engineering: FM Synthesis, Morph, and TR-8S Roland Japan’s Engineering team gives us an exclusive glimpse into the Morph FM Synthesis feature for the TR-8S and TR-6S. by Christian Moraga 3 mins read
Capturing Synth Sounds with ZENOLOGY: “Levitating” by Dua Lipa Dua Lipa has a knack for making infectious grooves fit with her distinctive vocal tone. Recreate the sounds from "Levitating" with ZENOLOGY. by Charles Burchell 3 mins read
Tips and Tricks: Roland Cloud RE-201 Space Echo From dubby tails to glacial repeats, here's how to maximize the classic RE-201 Space Echo delay using these essential tips and tricks. by Adam Douglas 5 mins read
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.
Maximizing the DJ-707M for Live Performance The DJ-707M is a controller that doubles as a tool for mixing, streaming, and music performance. Learn to utilize its many advanced features. by Mark Watson 5 mins read
Using Hybrid Drums for a Competitive Edge This guide will teach you how hybrid drums can benefit your drumming by helping you enhance, layer, and expand your sound. by Simon Ayton 8 mins read
Is It Hard to Play Drums? Make Learning Easy Learning a new instrument may seem hard, but drums are a great place to start. Get a foundation in rhythm and find a lifelong love for music. by Dana Parker 3 mins read
Hybrid Theory: Noah Hyppolite with Mick Jenkins Noah Hyppolite discusses hybrid hip-hop drumming and how he navigates the intersection of touring with Mick Jenkins and a career in aerospace. by Carolyn Shlensky 4 mins read
Science Behind the Sticks Learn how Blondie drummer Dr. Clem Burke has worked alongside a team of academics to study the physical benefits of drumming. by Stuart Williams 4 mins read