Scene Report: Reykjavik’s Live Electronic Performers
Rebecca Goldberg
November 2, 2023
A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.
Tag: TR-707
Label Spotlight: Dais Records
Ari Rosenschein
July 14, 2022
Dais sits at the intersection of post-punk, industrial, ambient, and other genres. Explore the label and its collab with Roland Lifestyle.
This is Acid: Exploring DJ Pierre’s Phuture Collection
Peter Kirn
March 3, 2022
Learn to use DJ Pierre’s Phuture Collection, patches and patterns for the TB-303, TR-707, and TR-727 designed by the artist who invented acid.
Mod Squad: A History of TR-707 and TR-727 Modifications
Adam Douglas
September 3, 2021
The TR-707 and TR-727 drum machines are more than just coveted vintage units. Learn about the ways in which modders have made them their own.
Sound Behind the Song: “Invaders Must Die” by The Prodigy
Alexander Dias
September 3, 2021
The track contains all the hallmarks of classic Prodigy: a blistering synth hook, heart-stopping guitars, and the smack of the Roland TR-707.
Sound Behind the Song: “Mystery of Love” by Mr. Fingers
Alexander Dias
September 3, 2021
Often credited as the first deep house cut, “Mystery of Love” is a blueprint for the genre. Its pattern continues to captivate dancefloors.
Sound Behind the Song: “Glimmer” by Tame Impala
Jake Uitti
September 3, 2021
“Glimmer” serves as a palate cleanser on Tame Impala’s fourth album. Featuring the TR-707, it feels like an old friend in new dancing shoes.
Sound Behind the Song: “Need You Tonight” by INXS
Jake Uitti
September 3, 2021
When that muted guitar lick comes in against those TR-707 rimshots, it feels too good not to dance. This is the tale of the INXS classic.
Sound Behind the Song: “1010” by Boys Noize
Evan Shamoon
September 3, 2021
German DJ/producer Alex Ridha is best known as Boys Noize. His stomping 2010 tech-house track “1010” was built around a modified TR-707.