Testing the Roland V-stage 88
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 and analog drum machines
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…
Testing the Roland AIRA P-6
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…
[MUSIKMESSE] Roland FD-9
Hot newsMusikmesseAfter the KT-9 beaterless kick pedal, Roland presents the FD-9, an innovative Hi-Hat control pedal for quiet night practice on electronic drums.
[MUSIKMESSE] Roland KT-9
Hot newsMusikmesseRoland presents the KT-9, an innovative beaterless kick pedal for quiet practice on electronic drums.
[NAMM] [VIDEO] New Roland tone capsules & amp
Hot newsNAMMAt the NAMM, Roland has released a new Tone Capsule for its Blues Cube amps, and introduced a new amp: the Blues Cube Hot.
[NAMM] Roland Introduces SYSTEM-500 Complete Set
Hot newsNAMMRoland announces the availability of the SYSTEM-500 Complete Set, a complete analog modular synthesizer in Eurorack format.
[NAMM] Roland A-01 MIDI controller/sound generator
Hot newsNAMMMeet Roland's A-01, a MIDI Controller/Sound Generator with flexible MIDI&analog control, 8bit sound engine with step sequencer & internal speaker.
[NAMM] Roland announces FP-30 digital piano
Hot newsNAMMRoland presents the FP-30, a digital piano which aims at offering high-end performance in a compact and transportable design.
[NAMM] Roland EL Cajon EC-10
Hot newsNAMMAt the NAMM, Roland will present the EC-10 EL Cajon, a hybrid cajon with built-in electronic sounds.
Roland introduces SYR-E84 Eurorack case
Hot newsRoland introduces the SYR-E84 Eurorack Case, a rugged travel case and high-current power supply for modular synths and effects.
Roland introduces M-100 Aira headphone
Hot newsRoland introduces the Crossfade M-100 AIRA headphone, designed and built in collaboration with V-MODA for users of Roland’s AIRA series.
Roland Announces WEARPRO Mic for GoPro Cameras
Hot newsRoland announces the Wearpro Mic, a wearable device providing audio capture for GoPro's HERO3, HERO3+, and HERO4 video cameras.
Roland's Boutique Series available
Hot newsRoland has announced the availability of its Boutique Series, which includes three modules and one keyboard.
Roland announces Boutique synth series
Hot newsA new, limited-edition line of compact sound modules, the Roland Boutique series is meant to recreate renowned analog synthesizers from the company.
Roland updates their Juno synthesizers
NewsRoland adds two new digital synths to their Juno Series, namely the Juno-DS88 and Juno-DS61.
Is Roland preparing mini-synths?
Hot newsRoland posted a video announcing three new instruments that might be a “reface” of their legendary synths.
Roland introduces the E-A7 arranger keyboard
Hot newsRoland adds to its catalog the new E-A7 61-note arranger keyboard, which offers over 1,500 voices and many quick access controls for live use.
[NAMM][VIDEO] Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus amp
Hot newsMike went to wish Happy Anniversary to the Jazz Chorus at the Roland booth at Summer NAMM and could discover the brand new JC-40 combo.
[NAMM] Roland celebrates 40 years of Jazz Chorus
NewsThe Roland Jazz Chorus series of guitar amps has turned 40, and the brand celebrates the event with the new JC-40 that is introduced at Summer NAMM.
[NAMM] Roland Aira Modular Customizer
NewsFreewareOwners of the Roland Aira effect modules can download now the free Aira Modular Customizer app and reprogram their devices.
[NAMM] The Roland System-1 in v1.2 and plug-in
Hot newsRoland has released, just before Summer NAMM, v1.2 update for its Aira System-1/m synthesizers and launches the plug-in version of the System-1.
[Musikmesse] New Roland Blues Cube amps
NewsMusikmesseRoland completes its Blues Cube series of guitar amps with the Artist 212 combo and the Tour head, both equipped with the Tube Logic technology.
[Musikmesse][VIDEO] Roland Aira Modular
Hot newsMusikmesseWe got a special presentation of the new Aira semi-modular system and the upcoming System-500 at the Roland booth at Musikmesse.
[Musikmesse][VIDEO] Roland JD-XA full demo
Hot newsMusikmesseSit comfortably with a cup of coffee, and watch this 18-minute presentation of the new Roland JD-XA hybrid synthesizer shot today at Musikmesse.