The JD-800 dominated the ’90s with massive textures and a front panel that pushed limits. Learn to create immense layers with the instrument.
The D-50 ushered in a new era of popular music that crossed all genres. Hear the synth in action with this varied selection of tracks.
Beyoncé is one of the most revered artists of her generation. Re-create her smash “Break My Soul” using sounds from Roland Cloud.
A legend of house music’s second wave, Roland instruments have been fundamental to Todd Terry’s genre-hopping career for the past 35 years.
Devo’s cult status remains indelible. Co-founder Gerald V. Casale reminisces about the band and its longstanding association with Roland.
The JD-800 was a slider-packed synthesizer designed to bring sound creation back to music-making. The engineers tell the tale of the classic.
Explore the inside story of the iconic JD-800 from legendary sound designer Eric Persing, a key figure in its development.
At the top of the 1990s, Prince was eager for new sounds. The JD-800 was the go-to synth on a lengthy run of albums by the prolific artist.
For David Rosenthal, Billy Joel’s keyboardist and Musical Director, NYC is home. Learn how he helped arrange an all-star tribute to the city.
Roland Cloud’s collection of virtual synthesizers, drum machines, and sampled instruments has been a go-to tool for producers, electronic artists, and beatmakers since its inception.