Showing posts with label 808 Day. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 808 Day. Show all posts
Friday, August 08, 2025
808/25 Happy 808 Day! Three 808 clones + (gear in description)
video upload by Cfpp0
"808/25 ALM Pamela’s New Workout + DSP 808 + Birdkids Unicorn Boom + Ladik S-143 & U-202 + Roland SPH-323 & System 100m 140 & RYK 185 & e-licktronic 118a + Simmons Clap Trap + DeltaLab Effectron II + Paia 6740 + Lexicon PCM 70 + Alesis MIDIVERB II + Peavey 1300 + Mackie Onyx 1640
Happy 808 Day!"
808 Day 2025: Roland Celebrates 45 Years of Rhythm Culture
video upload by RolandChannel
"A TR-808 beat so raw it stopped gangsters in their tracks."
"Check the debut of The Rhythm Creators series, featuring @ThEgyptianLover's first meeting with the drum machine that changed everything. Animated by Vaughn Taormina."
Press release follows:
Los Angeles, CA, August 7, 2025 — Roland Corporation celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic TR-808 Rhythm Composer today. Since its debut in 1980, the TR-808, commonly known as “the 808,” has shaped the creation of musical genres from hip-hop to techno, trap, and beyond. Its unmistakable sound has powered decades of iconic tracks, from smash hits like Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and Beyoncé’s “Drunk in Love” to a sea of underground techno, electro, and hip-hop anthems. TR drum machines have laid the musical pulse for generations, fueling global rhythm culture through the hands of producers, DJs, and creative visionaries who continue to push its legacy in new directions.
To celebrate this 808 Day, Roland will unveil a series of special releases—including a limited-edition sneaker collaboration with New Balance—and global events that pay tribute to the 808’s enduring legacy and cultural impact.
Rhythm Creators
As part of the celebration, Roland is launching The Rhythm Creators, an eight-part animated video series highlighting untold stories from artists shaped by the legacy of its most iconic rhythm machines—the TR-808 and its influential successor, the TR-909. Each episode blends humor, reverence, and nostalgia, and features stylized animation by Detroit artist Vaughn Taormina and narration from the artists themselves.
Episode one premieres today with Egyptian Lover, with new installments featuring Prince Paul, Fatboy Slim, Soul II Soul’s Jazzie B, and other trailblazing artists dropping throughout August and into September.
New Balance Collaboration
Roland and iconic footwear brand New Balance have relaunched the special edition Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneaker. This collaboration exemplifies the 808’s impact on music and culture, showcasing the unique intersection of skateboarding, hip-hop, and fashion.
To further celebrate this collaboration, Roland and New Balance are hosting Atlanta’s creative community for an exclusive industry mixer dedicated to the 808’s legacy in the birthplace of trap music.
The mixer will be hosted at SESSIONS Atlanta, the iconic studio run by legendary producer Tricky Stewart. Highlights will include private Roland product demonstrations, live performances by Sonny Digital and Mix Master David, as well as an appearance by the popular BackTrack podcast host Don Cannon. Guests will also check out the Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers in person.
The Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland sneakers will be available starting on August 8 at 10:00 a.m. EDT for $114.99 on newbalance.com.
Roland Retail Celebrations: Tokyo and London
In Tokyo, Roland is teaming up with iconic streetwear brand XLARGE for a special 808 Day launch celebration at the Roland and XLARGE stores in the fashionable Harajuku District. The event will include live techno sets from REMO-CON, Yebisu303, and Ken Plus Ichiro, as well as an exclusive first look at the limited-edition XLARGE x 808 capsule collection, available for purchase in-store. The collection includes graphic t-shirts, hoodies, and accessories that fuse
XLARGE’s signature streetwear aesthetic with Roland’s iconic 808 design language. Guests will also have the rare opportunity to see the original TR-808 machine on display as part of the evening’s festivities.
Roland Store London is also hosting an in-store celebration today, presenting further opportunities for guests to purchase the XLARGE x 808 capsule collection in-person and online from around the world. In addition, the event includes live sets by DJ Complexion to keep guests moving for an upbeat, energized celebration.
Roland Cloud
A founding member of the Los Angeles rap scene, hip-hop legend Arabian Prince, best known for tracks like “Panic Zone” and “Situation Hot,” is coming to Roland Cloud users worldwide. The TR-808 Arabian Prince sound pack allows users to utilize his classic patterns and sequences like never before via a Roland Cloud Pro or Ultimate membership or Lifetime Key purchase.
Also, until 9/09 (September 9th), the TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer is available for only $49—an authentic option for easily accessing the classic 808 sound within DAWs."
TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer | FLASH SALE!
video upload by Roland Cloud
Thursday, August 08, 2024
Happy 808 Day
video upload by Nightlife Electronics
"The 808 is an all time classic drum machine for good reason; it sounds amazing and has the ability to bump on any track it's on. On behalf of all of us here at Nightlife, we wish you all a happy 808 day!
Visit Nightlife Electronics in person: 256 Pender Street, Vancouver BC or on the WWW: https://nightlife-electronics.com/"
808 Day 2024 - 5 Jams with the 880
video upload by Stazma
"Some jams form recent videos to come or already released, all driven by the awesome 808 inspired Eurorack drum machine that is the 880 by System80.
Free sample pack recorded with a Tegeler Audio VTRC right here: bit.ly/808d2022"
Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland | #808DAY
video upload by RolandChannel
Note the clear Gleeman Pentaphonic. You can find a studio tour of the Vintage Synthesizer Museum here.
"Tiago Lemos, pro street skateboarder and passionate music fan, turns to hip hop as the soundtrack for his skating, with the 808 at the heart of many hip hop classics.
In collaboration with New Balance to commemorate #808DAY in 2024, the Tiago Lemos NM808 x Roland pays homage to the legendary drum machine with a design that intersects music, skateboarding, and street style. We recently caught up with Tiago and renowned DJ and producer Cut Chemist, to talk hip-hop, kick drums and kick flips in a studio that can only be described as a cavern of sonic treasures."
Tuesday, August 08, 2023
Happy 808 Day 2023
video upload by SynthMania
Gear used:
Roland TR-808
Oberheim Matrix-12
(synth reverb: Eventide SP2016 plugin)
Happy 808 day 2023
video upload by Peter Maas
"Quick jam on the Roland TR-808 (and EDP WASP) to celebrate our anual 808 day"
See the 808 Day label below for more.
5 minutes jam with the 880 - #808day 2023
video upload by Stazma
"More infos and affiliate links in the description // Support on Patreon to get samples from this session: https://www.patreon.com/join/stazma
Here is a jam with my Repeat Eater setup, using only my 880 and it's signal processing chain (Moog MF-101, Gamechanger Audio Light Pedal, Earthquaker Devices Avalance Run on an aux send for the dubby vibes).
It was meant as a rehearsal for myself as I have a show with this setup later this week. I'll record a session with the whole acid thing going. But to celebrate this 808day I wanted to embrace the full minimalistic drum machine experience. I'm surprised that it's actualy not that boring to listen to hahaha.
You'll be able to download the session on Patreon and use any the parts you want as samples in your tracks if you want.
Free sample pack recorded with a Tegeler Audio VTRC right here: bit.ly/808d2022
My video manual for the 880:"
System80 880 - The Video Manual
video upload by Stazma
"I've been given a pretty fun mission: to give a proper video manual for the System80 880 eurorack drum machine. Here it is for you all on this #808day !"
Monday, August 08, 2022
Sunday, August 08, 2021
DinSync Announces RE-808 - DIY TR-808
via DinSync
"1st run shipping in 6-8 weeksThe RE-808 bundle includes these TR-808 compatible spare parts.
1pc PCB main board, TR-808 service part 7311613006 compatible
1pc PCB voice board, TR-808 service part 7311614001 compatible
1pc PCB switch board, TR-808 service part 7311609000 compatible
1pc PCB jack board A, TR-808 service part 7311610000 compatible
1pc PCB jack board B, TR-808 service part 7311611000 compatible
2pcs PCB spacers
1pc PCB safety psu board
22pcs Potentiometers with caps set (12 red, 10 white)
2pcs metal mounting brackets
1pc scale switch
1pc A/B toggle switch (3 pos)
1pc I/F toggle (2 pos)
5pcs Voice slide switch
1pc stepped tempo pot
18pcs 6.3mm jacks
16 pcs step caps with actuators (4 red, 4 orange, 4 yellow, 4 white)
1pc large knob (tempo)
4pcs medium knob (mode, instrument, auto-fill, volume)
1pc small knob (fine tempo)
*BONUS*
first 150 bundles come with an exclusive free early adopters 808 metal badge designed and made by Suddi Raval.
****TIP****
don’t forget to order a pixieRECPU and BA662 for this build
IMPORTANT: this bundle does not include a pixieRECPU or BA662 clone which must be added separately when ordering. You will need 1pc of each for this build
Please note, cases and side panels will be available from our partners at Kumptronics."
Roland TR-808 Cookies
via @RetroSynthAds
"Nothing says "TR-808 drum machines are awesome" better than eating the TR-808 cookies Michelle got made for me, while looking up at our lovely 808 artwork. Best. 808. Day. Ever. #808day"
Saturday, August 08, 2020
808 Electro Live Jam for 8.08 day by Honeysmack
Honeysmack
"A little live Elelctro feel improv with the TR-808 and friends for 8.08 day. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of the most influential drum machines of our time (yes yes, not forgetting the TR-909 either - but lets leave that for another time). This jam was originally recorded for Instagram Live as a single take, totally unrehearsed.
Gear in use:
Roland TR-808
Roland SH-101
Play Differently - Model 1
Elektron Analog RYTM
Elektron Analog Four
Eventide Space
TC Electronic Flashback
(Roland TB-303 and TR-09 pictured but not in use)
No software or computer were harmed during this recording."
http://www.facebook.com/Honeysmack303/
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