Tag: tr-808
Roland launches TR-6S compact drum machine
Roland rolls out their new TR-6S drum machine: Compact, cheap and packed with classic drum machine flavor.
After 37 years, the MIDI Spec Moves to Version 2.0
Backwards compatible and promising a revolutionary way to network instruments together, the first MIDI 2.0 capable instruments will be released in March.
Hard(ware) Wars: Roland vs. the Clones
In the battle of Roland clones vs. Roland's Cloud, the cloners are winning. Why won't Roland make the classic gear that people want?
Behringer 808 Clone: Thomann Shipping Orders & the First RD-8 Videos...
German music retailer Thomann is shipping the Behringer 808 clone, the RD-8, and the first customers are posting videos of their new gear. They seem... happy?
Behringer is Shipping Its 808 Clone, the RD-8
Behringer's clone of the iconic TR-808 is among the most anticipated new drum machines of the year. They're now shipping to retailers.
Gearporn: Arturia’s DrumBrute Impact Locks Down the Cheap Analog Beat Machine
There's a golden age of hardware going on, continuing with the simple, compact and powerful Arturia DrumBrute Impact, an analog drum machine available for just $300.
Roland Files for Trademark Protection of 303 and 808 Designs
Trademark filings in Germany suggest Roland is firing a warning shot to Behringer and other clonemakers of their classic Roland hardware.
Win a Free Roland TR-8 for #808Day
The 808 drum machine has inspired a documentary and now a holiday.
Roland and the team behind the AIRA product line are marking the...