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How to update your AX-Edge and get brand new sounds from Roland Cloud!
How to update your AX-Edge
and get brand new sounds from Roland Cloud!

The DJ-707M – The Guide
FOR DJS, MUSOS, AND THOSE WHO DO BOTH Now more than ever, as a mobile event entertainer, you don’t just play music—you’re also the emcee,

The Ultimate Guide to the Roland MC-101 Groovebox
The Roland MC-101 is a compact four-track Groovebox featuring the high-quality sounds, sequencing and effects of its bigger sibling the MC-707. It’s a pocket production

AIRA SYSTEM-8 Plugout Synthesizer – The Ultimate Guide
The AIRA SYSTEM-8 Plug Out Synthesizer has made serious polyphonic ‘waves’ in the keyboard world. In 1973, Roland released the SH-1000 synthesizer and started a

Creating Synth Sounds for Dance Styles
In this article, we’ll show you how to create some classic sounds in the style of popular dance genres using the Roland System-8. While some

How To Go From The Bedroom To The Club – Getting Your First DJ Gigs
So, you’ve been DJing for a while now. Fantastic! You’ve also gotten to know your way around the decks. Great stuff! What you are probably

AXIAL – Get New Sounds For Your Roland Synth
Axial is the official Roland website that offers FREE professionally designed patches for your Roland synth. With an abundance of sounds and options available to

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Roland Boutique With MIDI Mapping
The Roland Boutiques have had rave reviews ever since their release. These versatile and exquisite sounding modules allow access to rare and classic Roland instruments

Creating Beats for Dance Styles with the DJ-808
In this article, we’ll show you how to create some typical breaks on the DJ-808. Whether you play House, Drum and Bass, Trap or Electro,

8 Things to Know About The SYSTEM-500 Complete Set
The Roland SYSTEM-500 Complete Set is a fully analog recreation based on Roland’s classic SYSTEM-100M. The modules have been adjusted to conform to the Eurorack

How To Integrate Multiple Devices On Your Mac
Often when using Roland AIRA gear in the studio, the best way to incorporate it into your setup is to use the built-in audio and

TR-8 and Effects – Part 3: Modular Effects
Effects are a great way to expand the sounds of your drum machines. While you may never get tired of the classic sound of Roland