At Red Rocks Amphiteatre, Mark Knopfler's musical director Guy Fletcher and keyboardist Jim Cox walk us through their keyboard rigs.
PIANO AND DJ
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.
Roland Engineering: V-STAGE
Ari Rosenschein
Roland uses a “V” to indicate instruments embodying a specific set of virtues. Learn about the engineering process culminating in V-STAGE.
Tips and Tricks: Roland Cloud RE-201 Space Echo
Adam Douglas
From dubby tails to glacial repeats, here’s how to maximize the classic RE-201 Space Echo delay using these essential tips and tricks.
The GoGo: Creating a Hip-Hop Song with GO:KEYS
SIRMA
Songwriting can be a daunting task for both beginners and pros. With GO:KEYS, streamline your creative process like never before.
The GoGo: Creating a Pop Song with GO:KEYS
SIRMA
Did you know that GO:KEYS is a songwriter’s dream come true? Here’s how you can create your first pop song with the powerful instrument.
The GoGo: Creating an R&B Song with GO:KEYS
SIRMA
Want to write an R&B song but don’t know where to begin? Here is a step-by-step introduction to songwriting with this powerful instrument.
Getting to Know AIRA Compact: P-6 Creative Sampler
Evan Shamoon
The P-6 is a compact sampler capable of a wide range of sample processing and compositional techniques. Learn to use this flexible, portable instrument.
Careers in Music: Angela Piva on Music Education
Mike Sparks
The music industry veteran talks Naughty by Nature, her long history with Roland, and the future of music: the kids.
Careers in Music: Steve Levine on Scoring for Video Games
Ari Rosenschein
The legendary producer shares his workflow, differences between working on games and albums, and tips for young composers.
Listening Guide: Sounds of the JX-3P
Adam Douglas
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.
Sound Design: The Art of Layering with the Roland JD-800
Francis Preve
The JD-800 dominated the ’90s with massive textures and a front panel that pushed limits. Learn to create immense layers with the instrument.
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.
The two legends discuss playing and tweaking sounds in the Roland V71 module, studio history, and why it all starts with the drummer.
Learn to utilize the SP-404's DJFX LOOPER, a definitive feature of the SP series and sonic cornerstone of the lo-fi hip-hop movement.
Austin, TX beatmaker/producer/artist Flobama shares four essential quick-start tips to help SP-404 users maximize their machines.
The SP-404 helped usher in lo-fi hip-hop. Roland’s Engineering team answers questions on the most intriguing aspects of the iconic SP series.