JUPITER-8 Archives

Danny Turner July 30, 2024

’80s pop icon Nik Kershaw takes a trip down memory lane, revealing the Roland technologies behind hit albums Human Racing and The Riddle.

Danny Turner June 7, 2024

Strand of Oaks mastermind Timothy Showalter explains how painting and meditation fueled his shift from folk rock to synth sounds.

Ari Rosenschein May 23, 2024

The legendary composer reflects on lessons he’s learned in scoring, seminal moments in musical technology, and what makes a powerful cinematic theme.

Ari Rosenschein April 16, 2024

“Axel F” is the inescapable theme song of the classic ’80s romp Beverly Hills Cop. Learn about the oddball hit and its pioneering creator.

Kat Bein August 1, 2023

Explore the show’s haunting theme song and learn how the composers leaned on vintage synths, including the Roland JUPITER-8 and SH-2.

Adam Douglas July 8, 2023

At the heart of Tangerine Dream’s hypnotic “White Eagle” lies a secret—one kept between the band and a pair of JUPITER-8s.

Danny Turner May 10, 2023

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.

Francis Preve March 22, 2023

Explore five iconic poly presets ranging from smooth pads to punchy brass to silky analog strings using the JUPITER-8 Model Expansion.

Danny Turner January 26, 2023

Devo’s cult status remains indelible. Co-founder Gerald V. Casale reminisces about the band and its longstanding association with Roland.

Adam Douglas May 27, 2022

The name JUPITER is synonymous with the cutting edge. Explore the highlights of the line with the original Roland engineers as your guides.