Roland V-Stage 88 review - Arguments to spare
Written testAt NAMM 2025, Roland unveiled the V-Stage range, which includes the V-Stage 88, a weighted stage keyboard, and the V-Stage 76, a semi-weighted "Waterfall." Stage-wise, Nord Stage's competitor aims fo…
The Roland TR-77: history and features of monophonic an… - Pandora's box
LearningThis week, in our non-linear micro-series of "retro-tests," we take a look at that venerable monophonic drum machine, the Roland TR-77. The first product ever designed by the famous Japanese brand, t…
Roland AIRA P-6 review - A pocket full of features
Written testA sampler, granular engine, sequencer, effects and lots of fun in a small, pocket-sized box: that's Roland's promise for the latest addition to the AIRA Compact family. Can it claim a choice place am…
Roland Jupiter-80 Mini-Review - Stage Master
Written testIn an era where workstations are more powerful and complex every day, Roland has introduced a large stage synth that uses hybrid technology based on PCM, virtual analog technology and modeling of aco…
Roland SH-01 "Gaia" Review - The Right Compromise?
Written testThe SH-01 is Roland's answer to the analog modeling synths market where low budget and ergonomics are not compatible. Let's see what tradeoffs were made to combine ease of use and a competitive price.