Synamiitti 2015

Published on Sep 6, 2015 Petri Kauppi

"Turun syntetisaattoriseuran Synamiitti 2015"

Video from this year's Synamiitti synth event in Finland.

Some details on the event via http://synamiitti.com for the archives:

"12:00-18:00 Synamiitti, Loads of synths on display
The Daytime event is free of charge and the bar is open.
Päivätapahtuma on ilmainen ja Dynamossa on A-oikeudet.
AFTERPARTY
21:00-02:00 Live performances by:
RONSKIBIITTI (21:30)
MR VELCRO FASTENER (22:30)
visuals by:
VJ TURU SANOMA
Ovet/doors 21.00, liput/tickets 6e, ennakot/advance 8raita & Ticted
The Afterparty is presented by: TELMU & Turun Syntetisaattoriseura

ON DISPLAY / PETTING ZOO

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New Roland AIRA Videos - System-1 Demo, TR-808 Comparison & DanceFair

Roland TR8 TB3 TR727 TB303 - TECHNO by Honeysmack

Published on Feb 17, 2014 Honeysmack·13 videos

"All Roland affair-- young and old. Just mucking about, smashing out some techno. No major statement. Didn't realize the camera was rolling.

The TB3 is the distorted acid line. TB303 has some effects from the desk otherwise all the other effects emanate from the TR8 and TB3. TR727 is routed into the TR8 external in. VT3 is pictured but not in use here.

Roland TR8 Rythym Performer 2014
Roland TB3 Touch Bassline 2014
Roland TB303 Bassline 1982
Roland TR727 Rythym Composer [Latin] 1985

Please enjoy acid + techno responsibly, thank you.

Please visit international digital internet homepages:
http://www.honeysmack.info
http://www.handmadeacid.com
http://soundcloud.com/honeysmack"

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Roland AIRA TR-8, AIRA TB-3 i AIRA VT-3 demo - PROTOTYPY :-) demo trap & r&b

Published on Feb 14, 2014 E-MUZYK.pl·212 videos

"Producent i sound designer Tomek Kucharski val TEKA z grupy produkcyjnej RAFPAK prezentuje prototypowe instrumenty Roland AIRA - następca automatów perkusyjnych Roland TR-808 i TR-909 - Roland AIRA TR-8, następca syntezatora basowego Roland TB-303 - Roland AIRA TB-3 oraz następca procesora BOSS VT-1 - Roland AIRA VT-3."

Roland AIRA TR-8, AIRA TB-3 i AIRA VT-3 demo - prototypy Roland AIRA w Music Express

Roland AIRA System-1 and 1M Demo with Peter Brown

Published on Mar 13, 2017

"Get a great deal on a Roland AIRA System-1 at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/roland-aira...

Peter Brown from Roland demos the AIRA System-1 synthesizer at Kraft Music.

Want Less talk and more play? Take a listen to the Performance video here: [below]

Meet the SYSTEM-1, a synthesizer probably unlike any you’ve encountered before. Like its predecessors, the SYSTEM-1 breaks new ground with remarkable flexibility and access to a vast palette of synthesized sounds with the bold and unmistakable character associated with Roland synthesizers for nearly four decades.

At the heart of the SYSTEM-1’s sound is our new Analog Circuit Behavior technology (ACB) which Roland uses to carefully analyze every aspect of analog circuits and then faithfully recreate them down to the finest details. This technology fills the SYSTEM-1 with a fusion of beautifully classic and utterly modern synthesizer tones.

For a great deal on the AIRA System-1 and the rest of the Roland Aira Line, Be sure to visit Kraft Music!"

Roland AIRA System-1 and 1M Performance with Peter Brown

Published on Mar 13, 2017

"Get a great deal on a Roland AIRA System-1 at Kraft Music:
http://www.kraftmusic.com/roland-aira...

Peter Brown from Roland gives us a performance on the AIRA System-1 synthesizer at Kraft Music."

Roland AIRA - first system check

Published on Nov 21, 2015 Bruno Ender Lee

"just a little demo-recording,
1st half:
-Roland Aira System 1 (recorded on 3 stereo tracks, arpeggio, leads & bass)
2nd half (live):
-Roland Aira TR-8
-Roland Aira TB-8"

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Elektron Analog Four, Roland AIRA TR-8 & More

Published on May 18, 2014 Vladimir Aristarkhov·4 videos

"Elektron Analog Four, Roland AIRA TR-8"

Elektrons on eBay | Roland Aira's on eBay

Live Jam - Elektron Analog Four, Roland AIRA TR-8, Novation Mininova

Published on May 22, 2014

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Roland's AIRA Officially Unveiled - Massive Pic Gallery, Details, Videos

AIRA — Artists make first contact with AIRA

Published on Feb 13, 2014 RolandChannel·835 videos

"Groundbreaking artists talk about their experiences with Roland instruments and make first contact with the AIRA gear. Artists appearing are: Arthur Baker, Ricardo Villalobos, A Guy Called Gerald, Rain Man, Netsky, Oscar Burnside, Boys Noize, Dr Meaker, Hardfloor, John Heckle, Hisashi Saito, and Akkord."

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Update3: You can find a write-up on Novamusik here.

Update2: You can find comments and discussion on this post on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge here. I also added a page break for this post on the main site so it doesn't slow the site down for new posts. Click the "Click for more" link to get to the full post.

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Introducing Roland AIRA Compact | T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer, E-4 Voice Tweaker

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$199.99 each. Additional videos below. Press release and pics below them.

"AIRA Compact puts Roland’s legendary creative magic in the palm of your hand. Easily play and perform with these highly jammable instruments—anywhere, anytime. Chain them together to catalyze your creativity or connect with MIDI gear, computers, and music apps to expand your setup. Just power on and go with the flow.

About the T-8 Beat Machine

The T-8 Beat Machine is a mini rhythm factory with six tracks of pristine TR drums plus a TB-303 bass track. Embodying decades of modern musical sound, the T-8 gives you the power to create infectious tracks in seconds flat. Craft on-the-fly acid jams or trap bangers with the intuitive 16-step sequencer, shape sounds with onboard controls, and flip and dice beats with simple, yet powerful tools.

About the J-6 Chord Synthesizer

The J-6 is a portable synth toolbox with all the building blocks you'll need to bring harmonic substance to your jams. Pairing a powerfully unique chord sequencer with lavish JUNO-60 synth tones, J-6 packs a versatile feature set into a highly jammable format. Generate soul-stirring song ideas with the turn of a knob and explore 100 chord sets over a variety of genres. Experiment with styles and variations to coax dancing lines and rhythmic patterns from your chords. Add lush chorus, reverb, or delay to frost your sound.

About the E-4 Voice Tweaker

Harmonize, auto-pitch, vocode, loop, and glitch your voice all from the portable E-4 Voice Tweaker. Want hands-on control? Connect a mic or input a feed and easily explore effects using the sliders, function buttons, and scatter knob. From looping live jams to livestreaming or tightening up and expanding performances, the E-4 will transform your voice into your new favorite instrument.

Chapter Breakdown
0:00 – Series Introduction
1:50 – T-8 Beat Machine
2:22 – T-8 Patterns, Sounds, and Tracks
3:22 – T-8 Hands-On Controls and Performance Tools
4:19 – T-8 Create a Drumbeat
4:41 – T-8 Create a Bassline
5:40 – T-8 Advance Programming and Effects
6:25 – J-6 Chord Synth
6:52 – J-6 Playback and Genres (Chord Sets)
7:13 – J-6 Sound
7:52 – J-6 Style and Variation
8:22 – J-6 Chord Sequencer
9:14 – J-6 Connect to DAW
9:39 – E-4 Voice Tweaker
10:14 – E-4 Hands-On Controls
10:29 – E-4 Auto Pitch, Harmony, Vocoder
11:09 – E-4 Looper
11:26 – E-4 Scatter
11:50 – Connectivity"

Roland AIRA Compact J-6 / T-8 / E-4 - DEMO by gattobus

video upload by gattobus

"Roland's birthday party it's not over!
A few days ago they sent me these little magic boxes to try them out and in less than an hour of tweaking, I came out with this song!!!
The song title "A Big Tiny World" is because they are BIG sounding TINY boxes indeed! :D
They are:

- J-6 Chord Synthesizer
- T-8 Beat Machine
- E-4 Voice Tweaker

Their sound quality is astonishing! It's amazing to have the power of ACB technology in such a small form factor...
Everything you hear in this video was played and recorded in real time, no post processing or FX was added.
I had so much fun, I hope you like it!"

Roland Aira Compact : T-8 / J-6 / E-4 : Portable Drum Machine, Polyphonic Synth, & Vocal Effects

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T-8 Drum Machine & Acid Style Bass Synth : https://bit.ly/3KToRQp J-6 Polyphonic Synth : https://bit.ly/3FuHg4Z E-4 Vocal Transformer : https://bit.ly/3yowhbM

"Join our pal Dustin for the debut of the AIRA COMPACT line of synthesizers ! These three desktop style devices combine some of Roland's most recognizable and powerful sound palettes into a portable, affordable, and outrageously fun package!

Check out our in-depth Signal article for more details - https://bit.ly/3L08Msr

0:00 - Intro jam
1:07 - Overview of Aira Compact Line
2:54 - T-8 Drum Machine & Bass Synthesizer
5:50 - J-6 Four Voice Polyphonic Synthesizer
9:50 - E-4 Vocal Processor, Looper, & Effects
11:57 - Robot Acid BOPS !"

AIRA Compact- First Look at the new Range

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Roland T-8 J-6 E-4 Compacts Review: Here's what makes them special // Full Tutorial

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TIMELINE
0:00 Intro
1:05 Overview
2:05 Connectivity
5:15 T-8 OVERVIEW
8:30 Drum sounds
11:55 Bass synth
14:00 Sequencing
19:20 Effects
20:15 Drive
22:05 Sidechain
24:55 Performance
26:20 T-8 Pros, cons
28:10 J-6 OVERVIEW
29:20 Synth
31:15 Effects
32:55 Keys, chords
33:50 Phrases/arp
36:10 Sequencer
39:50 Step length
40:20 Menu misc
41:40 J-6 Pros & cons
45:10 E-4 OVERVIEW
46:00 Eight things it does
50:00 Interface
50:50 MIDI control
51:20 Vocoder
52:00 Looper
53:20 Scatter
56:25 E-4 Pros & cons
58:25 T-8 Patterns
1:07:10 J-6 Patterns

How fun is the Aira Compact series?

video upload by True Cuckoo

And the press release:

Fun, Pocket-Size Instruments with Innovative Creative Features, Authentic Roland Sounds, and Class-Leading Connectivity

Los Angeles, CA, May 10, 2022 — Roland announces AIRA Compact, an all-new series of ultra-portable instruments with free-flowing features for creative exploration and authentic Roland sounds. Fun, affordable, and easy to learn, the T-8 Beat Machine, J-6 Chord Synthesizer, and E-4 Voice Tweaker bring serious musical power to everyone from hobbyists and gadget collectors to tech-savvy pros.

AIRA Compact instruments let anyone jam, perform, and develop ideas on the go with friendly controls, inspiring sounds, and loads of intuitive music tools. Users can realize complete compositions with a single unit or expand their possibilities by connecting and synchronizing with other AIRA Compact models. From one master unit, multiple AIRA Compacts can be mixed and monitored with headphones or an external speaker system. It’s also possible to interface with computer DAWS, mobile music apps, and hardware instruments via USB-C or MIDI.

Driven by Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) and other advanced technologies found in top-line Roland instruments, AIRA Compact delivers the real-deal sounds behind decades of hit music. Users can create with the genuine voices of Roland icons, including TR rhythms, TB basses, JUNO synths, VT effects, and more.

Driven by Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) and other advanced technologies found in top-line Roland instruments, AIRA Compact delivers the real-deal sounds behind decades of hit music. Users can create with the genuine voices of Roland icons, including TR rhythms, TB basses, JUNO synths, VT effects, and more.

AIRA Compact strikes the perfect balance between portability and power. Each model is small enough to slip into a pocket and features an inviting panel to jump-start the creative flow for immediate results. Onboard lithium-ion batteries provide hours of continuous use per charge, while Roland’s famous build quality will support musical adventures for years to come.

T-8 Beat Machine
The T-8 Beat Machine combines iconic Roland drum and bass sounds in a go-everywhere rhythm factory. Beatmakers can build tracks with legendary sounds from the TR-808, TR-909, and TR-606 drum machines, paired with the shapeshifting low end of the dynamic TB-303 Bass Line. The six-track drum sequencer features the famous TR-REC workflow, enhanced with deep tools like step loop, pattern shift, probability, and others to generate dynamic performances with constantly evolving grooves. The T-8 also provides an authentic TB-303 bass experience, including the tactile power to squeeze, squelch, and mangle sounds in the moment.

J-6 Chord Synthesizer
The J-6 Chord Synthesizer is an endless well of musical inspiration, pairing a powerful chord sequencer with the lavish tones of the renowned JUNO-60 synth. Creators don’t need to know chords or theory to make music—they can simply call up one of 100 chords sets and build compelling chord progressions with one-touch presses on the built-in keyboard. Styles and variations are also available to coax dancing lines and rhythmic patterns from chords. Users can quickly string progressions together via step input, tweak the sound with dedicated filter and envelope controls, and add polish with customizable delay and reverb effects.

E-4 Voice Tweaker
The E-4 Voice Tweaker combines advanced voice transformer tools and standard vocal effects with a hands-on interface that’s meant to be played. Performers can go from traditional vocal enhancements to punchy beatboxed grooves to striking alien soundscapes—all in a single tune. Pitch and formant sliders are available to instantly change the vocal gender, create robot voices, and more. Auto Pitch, automatic harmony, and vocoder processors are included, along with reverb, delay, and other effects. There’s also a built-in 24-second looper for capturing performances on the fly, plus a unique Scatter function for slicing and dicing the sound via a dedicated panel knob.

Availability & Pricing

The Roland AIRA Compact series is now available in the U.S. for $199.99 each."

Check with dealers on the right for availability.

Roland AIRA - Hidden Features and Tips & Tricks

Published on Aug 15, 2014 GominationRecords

"Roland AIRA specialist Casey Bishop explains hidden features and tips & tricks."

Aira's on eBay

Update: check back for more:

Roland AIRA - Hidden Features and Tips & Tricks #2

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AIRA -- The evolution of the Roland TR-808 Rhythm Machine

Published on Jan 14, 2014 RolandChannel·828 videos

"Roland Engineers discuss the initial concept of the TR-808 which was conceived and built in 1980. Although it was designed to create 'backing tracks', creative musicians started to use the Rhythm Machine as an instrument and music changed forever. Now the evolution begins again."

Follow-up to this post.

Some discussion on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge & the MATRIXYSNTH Facebook Page

Update: image, price and details of AIRA:

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Testing the Roland AIRA TR-8 at a Shipping Dock at Night

Roland AIRA TR 8 demo + utwór "Od Nowa" (wokal i tekst: Wiola Kaźmierczak)

Published on Feb 19, 2014 E-MUZYK.pl·214 videos

"Krótka prezentacja podstawowych możliwości Roland AIRA TR-8 nagrana na pokładzie żaglowca 'Dar Pomorza' w Gdyni. W drugiej części prezentacji utwór 'Od Nowa', w którym wykorzystano Roland AIRA TR-8 i Roland AIRA TB-3 - wokal i tekst: Wiola Kaźmierczak."

Googlish: "A short presentation of the basic capabilities AIRA Roland TR-8 recorded on board the sailing ship 'Dar Pomerania' in Gdynia. During the second part of the presentation of the song 'From the New', which uses the Roland TR-8 AIRA and AIRA Roland TB-3 - vocals and text: Viola Kazmierczak. "

Roland AIRA "アイラ△ブ" in OSAKA 2014.10.28

Published on Oct 30, 2014 RolandChannel

Roland Airas on eBay

"2014.10.28
Roland AIRA ”アイラ△ブ” in OSAKA.

Roland AIRAシリーズの魅力をアーティストの方々と共に掘り下げるため2014年の9月に­発足しました。
気持ちの良いサウンドを知っている皆様とAIRAを爆音でセッションしながらティップ­スの共有や情報交換などをする”部活”のような、”サークル”のような集まりです。
まだまだ始めたばかりで手探りですがこれからも東京、大阪で定期的に開催していきます­！

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We started new circle ”アイラ△ブ" .
Artist from Japan come to our venue to touch AIRA and have a great session."

Googlish:

2014.10.28
Roland AIRA "Ira △ blanking" in OSAKA.

Was established in September 2014 to delve the charm of Roland AIRA series along with the people of the artists.
While the session everyone and AIRA to know the feeling of good sound roar to the such as sharing and information exchange of tips, such as the 'club', is a collection such as 'Circle'.
In the future but is fumbling just started still Tokyo, we will continue to regularly held in Osaka!

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We started new circle "Ira △ blanking".
Artist from Japan come to our venue to touch AIRA and have a great session. "

ROLAND AND V-MODA RELEASE M-100 AIRA HEADPHONES

"Los Angeles, CA, November 19, 2015 — Designed and built by V-MODA in collaboration with Roland, the M-100 AIRA boasts the sound quality and styling of the acclaimed V-MODA Crossfade M-100 over-ear headphones, along with with the AIRA logo customized on each shield and AIRA-green chevrons on the headband.

After a successful crowdsourcing project, V-MODA’s Crossfade M-100 ranks among the most highly regarded headphones in the world, with 18 editors’ choice awards and “Best DJ Headphones” naming rights by both DJ Mag and CNET. The M-100 headphones are also worn by 36% of Top 100 DJs, as polled by DJ Mag. The AIRA edition includes all of the M-100’s superior features, specifications and more.

Designed in Italy, the M-100 AIRA headphones feature XL memory foam ear cushions (offering a 30% increase in inner diameter, twice the depth and 55% increase in volume) for optimum comfort and sound isolation. With patent-pending dual-diaphragm 50mm drivers, 5-30,000Hz frequency response and incredible dynamic range, the M-100 AIRA gives the most accurate representation possible of music genres ranging from club to classical.

Developed with musicians, producers and DJs in mind, the M-100 AIRA features an exclusive heavy-duty two-meter cable that incorporates a secure and highly stable locking mechanism. Included in each package is an extra SharePlay™ extended audio cable with built-in 3.5mm jack that allows two headphones to share the same audio source.

Crucially, the M-100 AIRA enables users of Roland’s AIRA range of instruments and effects to hear and feel every detail of their performance on stage or in the studio, from the deepest subs of the TR-8 drum machine to the most piercing screams of the TB-3 synth.

The M-100 AIRA is extremely roadworthy thanks to its steel-frame construction, metal CliqFold™ hinges and exclusive gig-ready AIRA edition travel case for storage of the headphones and their accessories.

Roland’s Atsuo Yukawa, Senior Executive Officer and RPG Company President, commented, “After testing countless headphones for the ultimate pair that accurately represented the music we created, we found V-MODA’s Crossfade M-100. We’re immensely proud of the M-100 AIRA headphones, released in conjunction with V-MODA. A true audiophile-quality personal monitoring system for AIRA users that looks as good as it sounds, it’s the ultimate music production accessory.”

V-MODA’s Val Kolton, Chief Visionary Officer, commented, “As a producer and performer at heart, I’ve had the opportunity to fine-tune our headphones using Roland’s legendary instruments. Not only did the TR-808, TR-909, and TB-303 lay the framework of modern dance and hip-hop music, but they set the standard for V-MODA acoustics. It is an honor that our worlds have collided after independently discovering that our headphones and Roland instruments are perfectly matched at every frequency. Together with Roland’s legendary musical development and V-MODA’s accurate representation of each sound’s integrity, we fuel the ‘artists behind the artists.’”

To learn more about the M-100 AIRA headphones, visit www.RolandUS.com."

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Roland AIRA UPDATE Version 1.1 Update Overview Videos

AIRA UPDATE — TB-3 Version 1.1 Update

Published on Jul 27, 2014 RolandChannel

Roland Aira's on eBay

"The entire AIRA family has been updated with exciting and useful new features requested by users from around the globe. Easy to install and free for all users, this AIRA Update includes enhancements for the whole line, like backup and restore facilities and better overall MIDI management. It also provides a wealth of product specific enhancements like external MIDI pitch control for VT-3, tuning control for TB-3, and instrument gain control for TR-8."

AIRA UPDATE — SYSTEM-1 Version 1.1 Update

Published on Jul 27, 2014

"The entire AIRA family has been updated with exciting and useful new features requested by users from around the globe. Easy to install and free for all users, this AIRA Update includes enhancements for the whole line, like backup and restore facilities and better overall MIDI management. It also provides a wealth of product specific enhancements like external MIDI pitch control for VT-3, tuning control for TB-3, and instrument gain control for TR-8."

AIRA UPDATE — TR-8 Version 1.1 Update

Published on Jul 27, 2014

"The entire AIRA family has been updated with exciting and useful new features requested by users from around the globe. Easy to install and free for all users, this AIRA Update includes enhancements for the whole line, like backup and restore facilities and better overall MIDI management. It also provides a wealth of product specific enhancements like external MIDI pitch control for VT-3, tuning control for TB-3, and instrument gain control for TR-8."

AIRA UPDATE — VT-3 Version 1.1 Update

Published on Jul 27, 2014

"The entire AIRA family has been updated with exciting and useful new features requested by users from around the globe. Easy to install and free for all users, this AIRA Update includes enhancements for the whole line, like backup and restore facilities and better overall MIDI management. It also provides a wealth of product specific enhancements like external MIDI pitch control for VT-3, tuning control for TB-3, and instrument gain control for TR-8."

Roland Aira's on eBay

Introducing Roland AIRA Compact S-1 Tweak Synth

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[Note: you can find additional user videos futher below]

"The Roland S-1 Tweak Synth is a powerhouse micro polysynth that merges the legendary tones of the SH-101 with futuristic tools for the modern creator. Get reacquainted with the snappy bass tones and expressive leads brought to life in exquisite detail by our Analog Circuit Behavior technology. Then tap into a world of new creative possibilities with expanded four-voice polyphony and an array of innovative features, including cutting-edge wave manipulation, advanced sequencing, and unique performance features.

In this video, Dustin Good dives into the S-1 features, capabilities, sounds, and more.

0:00 – Introduction and Overview
1:32 – Sounds
2:01 – Basic Sound Design
2:35 – OSC Draw
3:13 – OSC Chop
3:44 – Riser
4:06 – Effects
4:33 – Sequencer
5:06 – Sub Steps
5:36 – Probability and Motion Recording
6:25 – Arpeggiator
6:54 - Performance Tools – Step Loop, Transpose, D-Motion
7:53 - Connectivity and Portability

Build from square, saw, sub, and noise oscillators and mono, poly, unison, and chord modes. Craft custom waveshapes with OSC Drawing. Dice sounds with OSC Chop to produce a labyrinth of overtones and metallic timbres. And use the noise oscillator as an independent riser to add sweeps and pulsing sound effects for transitions and dramatic effect.

Bring programming and performances to life with a 64-step sequencer, motion recording, and D-Motion. And humanize patterns with Probability, ratchet tones with Sub Steps, and create on-the-fly fills with Step Loop.

Sync the S-1 Tweak Synth with the rest of the AIRA Compact gang for a highly jammable micro-studio in perfect sonic symphony. Chain them together or connect with MIDI gear, computers, and music apps to expand your setup. Just power on, hit play, and go with the flow."

Press release followed by user videos:

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Roland Boutique JP-08 JU-06 JX-03 and Roland AIRA range - Demo 01 & 02

Published on Oct 31, 2015 space travel made easy

http://www.roland.com/aira
http://www.rolandus.com/promos/roland_boutique/

"Got a chance to play with the Boutique range from Roland this afternoon along with all Aira range. The Roland JP-08, Roland JU-06 and the JX-03 are all really capable little synths and great remakes of the old classics. Could not believe the sound coming through the studio monitors from these little boxes.

The Roland Boutique range was plugged into the Roland MX-1 along with all the other recent Roland Aira gear. The Roland TR-8 was providing the drums. The MX-1 has some awesome effects (and beat effects) that can be thrown into the mix either on the output or on individual channels. The Roland TB-3 is more than capable of beautiful basslines reminiscent of the old Roland TB-303.

We got a little taste of the Aira Modular pieces. Didn't get to hear the System-1m but had sends from the Roland MX-1 going through the programmable effects units the Roland Bitrazer, Roland Demora, Roland Scooper and the Roland Torcido.

Thanks to Dan from Roland for showing us everything and putting up with a number of synths being played with at the same time. His poor ears.

This video was filmed in my iPhone so apologies for the poor quality audio but it gives you a good idea of what these new Boutique boxes are capable of.

I will post more shorter videos on my Instagram account. Search for stme.music on Instagram.

Thoroughly recommend the Roland Boutique range. Well made and sound better than you would ever believe."

Roland AIRA Rock oN Lab. Videos

Roland AIRA Rock oN Lab. Performance ! by Rock oN Published on Feb 24, 2014 RockoNCompany·534 videos

"Roland AIRA その時が進みはじめた...！ 〜TR-8 遂にオリジナルの歴史に変革をもたらす時がきた！〜
本日突如Rock oNに降臨したRoland AIRA３機種（TR-8、TB-3、VT-3）。ブラックとグリーンで統一されたボ­デイから漂う雰囲気は、噂の名機復刻ではなく、完全なる新コンセプトのマシン！
TR-8の右上そしてVT-3の中央に鎮座するScatterノブ、TB-3の赤く怪­しく輝くパッド型インターフェース。興奮に打ち震える指で徹底レビュー！

http://www.miroc.co.jp/adv/archives/6..."

Roland AIRA TR-8 Part.1：Sound Edit


Roland AIRA TR-8 Part.2：Sequencer


Roland AIRA TR-8 Part.3：Effect

Roland Aira TR-8 VS TR-909 & TR-808 Unbiased HQ Comparisons

Roland Aira TR-8 VS TR-909 Unbiased Comparison. HQ*****

Published on Mar 25, 2014 javd007·25 videos

"In this video I compare the Aira Tr-8 and the Tr-909. This is an unibased comparison. I am not being paid by any companies. I see too many comparison videos are poor and biased. I am an analog purist and when I heard the new tr-8 was digital, frankly I was upset. But I bought it anyway. Anyway I must say Roland Nailed it. F***** A! After playing it for a few days. I realized that I probably am never going to use my tr-808/909 again. May consider... selling the duo.(gasp) Still dont know. Anyway what are your thought? Maybe some of you can help me decide. Enjoy!
BTW I know my bald head is going to annoy some of you. If it does stop watching and go make some music.

Specs:

AUDIO- Recorded at 16 bit 192. Compressed to mp3. Dry. Absolutely nothing in the chain. Volume matched as close as possible. Tuning was also matched as close as possible."

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Roland Aira TR-8 VS TR-808 Unbiased Comparison. HQ*****

Published on Mar 26, 2014

"In this video I compare the Aira Tr-8 and the Tr-808. This is an unibased comparison. I am not being paid by any companies. Keep in mind that most differences are related to tuning . It is difficult to get the tuning 100 percent. Each 808 is different and mine is no exception. In fact Mine has a longer decay on the kick than most and my snare and cowbell are tuned high. Also, i did not go through every drum sound because it would require lots of time adjusting volume levels on the fly. one cannot simply mute/unmute the 808. Enjoy!"

And the 808 on it's own:

****Roland TR-808 DEMO Very High Quality Audio****

Published on Jan 14, 2013

"Roland Tr-808 demo. Dry. Here I go through some of the patterns I have created on the TR-808. You guys might recognize Sexual Healing at 2:21. I tried to create patterns that were modern and characteristic of how the TR 808 would be used in modern music. These are not retro patterns. I think you guys will get a nice idea of the sounds. It really does sound fantastic. Although I won't be selling mine, I think the new AIRA TR-8 will replace this for all of my needs. It sounds just about as good as this. Way to go Roland!"

Roland Aira Modular Oscillator Mod & Roland Aira Modular Drum Machine

Published on Aug 18, 2015 Voltage Control Lab

"Turn your Roland Aira Modular FX unit into a full synth voice!"

http://www.roland.com/aira/airamodular/

Roland Aira Modular Drum Machine

Published on Sep 8, 2015

"In this video, we explore building and triggering drum sounds inside the Roland Aira Modular FX modules using the Aira Customizer App."

Roland AIRA TR-8 vs Roland TR-909 comparison demo - porównanie Roland AIRA TR-8

Published on Feb 15, 2014 E-MUZYK.pl·212 videos

"Porównanie 1:1 prototypowego Roland AIRA TR-8 z klasykiem Roland TR-909. Gościmy u Dawida Dąbrowskiego z firmy APS (http://www.aps-company.com), muzyka, kompozytora, sound designera, pasjonata analogowych instrumentów, właściciela potężnej kolekcji instrumentów obejmujących takie modele, jak Roland TR-808, Roland TR-909, Roland TR-707, Roland CR-8000, a także automatu perkusyjnego skonstruowanego przez założyciela firmy Roland - Ikutaro Kakehashi - zanim jeszcze założył firmę Roland. Jest to automat perkusyjny ACE TONE Rhythm Ace."

Googlish:

"Comparison of 1:1 prototype AIRA Roland TR-8 from the classic Roland TR-909. Guests online with David Dabrowski with APS (http://www.aps-company.com), musician, composer, sound designer, passionate analogue instruments the owner of a powerful collection of instruments, including models such as the Roland TR-808, Roland TR-909, Roland TR-707, Roland CR-8000 drum machine and constructed by the company's founder Roland - Ikutaro Kakehashi - before he founded the company Roland. it is drum machine ACE TONE Rhythm Ace."

via Damon Flowers on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge