From Detroit to dance floors worldwide, dig into the 909 Day celebrations honoring the TR-909's enduring legacy through workshops, film, and community.
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The 25-year-old British singer-songwriter behind one of R&B's most buzzed-about debuts traces his gossamer sound to the vintage synth that defined a generation.
Few modern electronic musical instruments have had as wide and deep an impact as the TR-808. Learn how it changed what bass can be.
Explore these eight lesser-known tips and help fully utilize the beatmaking potential of Roland Cloud's powerful TR-808 plugin.
PIANO AND DJ
At Red Rocks Amphiteatre, Mark Knopfler's musical director Guy Fletcher and keyboardist Jim Cox walk us through their keyboard rigs.
Explore the highlights of Roland's accomplishments in digital pianos. Plus, get a first look at the 50th Anniversary Concept Model.
Learning piano as an adult should be fun, inspiring, and challenging. Find out why it's one of the most important decisions you can make.
Backing yourself up as a singer can be a daunting task. Here are a few strategies to help improve self-accompaniment skills.
You might have heard someone say, "There’s an app for that." Here’s a summary of the best piano apps that your kids will enjoy.
Ultimate Guide: 909 Day 2026
Carolyn Shlensky
From Detroit to dance floors worldwide, dig into the 909 Day celebrations honoring the TR-909’s enduring legacy through workshops, film, and community.
A Few Minutes With Elmiene
Keith Nelson Jr.
The 25-year-old British singer-songwriter behind one of R&B’s most buzzed-about debuts traces his gossamer sound to the vintage synth that defined a generation.
Start Your Synthesis Journey with Six Legendary Roland Cloud Instruments
SIRMA
Design sounds using iconic Roland synths that share the same language: the JUNO-60, JUNO-106, JUPITER-8, JUPITER-4, PROMARS, and SH-101.
Developing the Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator
Ari Rosenschein
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the TR-1000 integrated input from the creative community into the final product.
Scene Report: TR-1000 in Los Angeles
Ari Rosenschein
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, Kuniyuki, and the Egyptian Lover explore the outer limits of the TR-1000 in Los Angeles.
Scene Report: V-STAGE at Groove Sessions London
Ari Rosenschein
Top keyboard players and music directors convene in the capital to discuss their careers and how V-STAGE helps them stay in the moment.
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.
Tips and Tricks: Widescreen GALAXIAS Sound Design
Adam Douglas
Take your sound design into widescreen territory with the GALAXIAS Super Instrument, and learn to craft massive pads for electronic genres.
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.
Beyond Acid: Pushing the TB-303 into New Sonic Territory
Christian Moraga
Break down the techniques to create 303-based sounds, complete with step-by-step programming tips and real-world track references.
DRUMS AND PRODUCTION
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.
Josh Dun’s groove on the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots is infectious. Explore the beat and get its unique tone on V-Drums.
The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
The “Purple Rain” drum parts by Bobby Z. provide a classic example of how to play a power ballad for maximum emotional impact.
The "Superstition" groove reminds us that, alongside his songwriting and musicianship, Wonder is one of the greatest drummers around.