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Robert Saint John October 16, 2020

The JUPITER-Xm is a powerful synthesizer. Zenbeats is a multi-platform app for music creation. When combined, the duo has impressive synergy.

Joseph Schafer October 1, 2020

“Closer” by Nine Inch Nails is built around a densely layered groove featuring the TR-606. The edgy track achieved great chart success for the band.

Alexander Dias October 1, 2020

Mr. Oizo’s “Flat Beat” was an infectious song written for a Levi’s® ad starring an orange puppet named Flat Eric. At its heart was the TR-606.

Alexander Dias October 1, 2020

Detroit’s enigmatic duo Drexciya submerged themselves in Afrofuturist myth. “Rublicks Cube” is a transcendent TR-606 classic.

Kat Bein October 1, 2020

The TR-606 was born of experimentation. It gave free rein to a generation of bold musicians like Autechre to create tracks like “Autriche.”

Benjamin Heywood October 1, 2020

Before the legendary producer was a household name, Steve Albini used the TR-606 to achieve the punishing drum sounds of “I’m a Mess.”

Jason Heffler October 1, 2020

808 State’s ode to the Roland TR-606 has stood the test of time as one of the quirkiest yet most trailblazing tunes in their discography.

Ari Rosenschein September 17, 2020

Energetic, accomplished, and ambitious, BricksDaMane is one of the most prolific and in-demand producers in hip-hop.

Mike Sparks September 9, 2020

The spiraling of the TR-909 on “Hunter” weaves a web of percussion. Immediately, the track draws the listener into a world of intrigue.

Alexander Dias September 9, 2020

The cultural ramifications of “Big Fun” are difficult to measure. Inner City drafted the sonic palette for a movement.