Showing posts with label Roland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Roland. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
Roland D-05 Demo
video upload by Panu M Savolainen
"Multitracked demo of Roland D-05 Boutique. I have owned D-550 long time ago so I tried this one. Sound was great and there is additional patches as well. All the sounds are factory patches and effects are in "clean"-mode. No additional fx used.
Demo at Bandcamp:"
Laid back loop with Roland TR-606 & aira compact S-1
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
ESK - Steampunk Jam
video upload by Metunar
"Jamming with the Leploop Arpoloop through a Roland VG-8 effect and an old guitar through the Erica Synths Steampipe physical modeling synthesizer.
Direct recording with mastering."
http://www.metunar.ch
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LABELS/MORE: Erica Synths, leploop, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
LABELS/MORE: Erica Synths, leploop, MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
Roland GR-700 Analog Guitar Synthesizer SN 400310
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via this eBay listing
Note the second MIDI port on back. No mention if it's MIDI In which the GR-700 lacked or a 2nd MIDI OUT/through.
This previous listing for one also has the extra port. Note the programmer port to the left is not MIDI, but for the PG-200. In this other listing it is referenced as MIDI IN port.
This one is in via MATRIXYSNTH reader Kerry.
via this eBay listing
Note the second MIDI port on back. No mention if it's MIDI In which the GR-700 lacked or a 2nd MIDI OUT/through.
This previous listing for one also has the extra port. Note the programmer port to the left is not MIDI, but for the PG-200. In this other listing it is referenced as MIDI IN port.
This one is in via MATRIXYSNTH reader Kerry.
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Guitar Synths, Roland
LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Guitar Synths, Roland
Most Famous Synth Sounds
video upload by Nicolas Melis
"Most Famous Synth Sounds
A collection of some of the most famous synth sounds ever made, recreated using the synths I currently own
From the iconic DX7 electric piano to classic sounds from the D-50, M1, Minimoog and more — these are the tones that shaped countless records.
All sounds were played and recorded live. Some patches include a bit of reverb and delay.
0:00 Yamaha DX7 E.PIANO1
0:15. Roland JUNO60
0:26. Korg M1 Piano
0:43. Roland D50 Pizzagogo
0:54. Moog Minimoog Bass
1:01. Yamaha DX7 Full Tines
1:11. Roland JX8P Stab Brass
1:24. Korg M1 Organ 2
1:33. Roland D50 Staccato Heaven
1:49. Roland D50 Fantasia
2:07. Korg M1 Universe
2:24. Roland D50 OK Chorale
2:35. Roland D50 Shakuhachi
2:47. Yamaha DX7 Harmonica
2:55. Yamaha DX7 TUB BELLS
3:03. Yamaha DX7 Marimba
3:08. Moog Minimoog West Coast Whistle
3:19. Moog Minimoog Lead
3:30. Roland JX8P Sync Lead
3:37. Moog Minimoog Pop Corn
3:46. Yamaha Dx7 Bass 1
3:52. Roland D50 Afterthought
4:02. OB6 Jump brass
4:16. OB6 Sawyer Bass"
Monday, March 30, 2026
Roland to Celebrate 404 Day with SP‑404MKII Update & Worldwide Events
Press release follows:
Roland Celebrates 404 Day and Global Beat Culture with Worldwide Events, Partnerships, and a Major SP‑404MKII Update
Los Angeles, CA, March 30, 2026 — Roland is celebrating 404 Day, the annual global moment honoring the creators, communities, and cultural movements shaped by the SP‑404 and its modern successor, the SP‑404MKII. For nearly two decades, the SP series has been the engine of the underground beat scene. What began as a subculture has evolved into a worldwide force through sonic experimentation and community‑driven expression.
The SP lineage has shaped scenes across Los Angeles, Tokyo, London, Berlin, Melbourne, and beyond. Producers including Dibia$e, Knxwledge, MNDSGN, and the late Ras G have expanded the sampler’s creative vocabulary, inspiring generations of beatmakers to develop their own voices through sample‑based music.
404 Day 2026 Around the World
SP-404 celebrations are building around 404 Day, with partner activations, events, and creator-led moments across the global beat scene. This year’s celebration is anchored by a cornerstone collaboration with Berklee College of Music, and a 404 Day livestream at the Roland Studio in California, alongside workshops and performances.For more information on worldwide events: https://articles.roland.com/ultimate-guide-404-day-2026
Roland Celebrates 404 Day and Global Beat Culture with Worldwide Events, Partnerships, and a Major SP‑404MKII Update
Los Angeles, CA, March 30, 2026 — Roland is celebrating 404 Day, the annual global moment honoring the creators, communities, and cultural movements shaped by the SP‑404 and its modern successor, the SP‑404MKII. For nearly two decades, the SP series has been the engine of the underground beat scene. What began as a subculture has evolved into a worldwide force through sonic experimentation and community‑driven expression.
The SP lineage has shaped scenes across Los Angeles, Tokyo, London, Berlin, Melbourne, and beyond. Producers including Dibia$e, Knxwledge, MNDSGN, and the late Ras G have expanded the sampler’s creative vocabulary, inspiring generations of beatmakers to develop their own voices through sample‑based music.
404 Day 2026 Around the World
SP-404 celebrations are building around 404 Day, with partner activations, events, and creator-led moments across the global beat scene. This year’s celebration is anchored by a cornerstone collaboration with Berklee College of Music, and a 404 Day livestream at the Roland Studio in California, alongside workshops and performances.For more information on worldwide events: https://articles.roland.com/ultimate-guide-404-day-2026
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LABELS/MORE: New Updates, News, Roland
LABELS/MORE: New Updates, News, Roland
radioactive 303
video upload by decoder303
"a friend of mine printed this glow in the dark 303 case for me (top half only, wanted one as deco).. so I tried it on my 303 I had naked when it arrived and let it shine :) you can download the case files in the re-303 shop https://shop.re-303.com/build-it-2/ (Landon 3d files)"
Roland M-DC1 Dance 1u rack module
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via this eBay listing
"No AI here, this is a real human description in the language of English.
Think of drum loops, drones and leads from the 90s. This is an M-DC1 from Roland, which includes typical banks of patches, but also cool performance and drum modes. Many hip hop loops, trance type stuff. This is a rack module which essentially contains the dance roms that were also available for the JV series in the form of plug in cards. Except this is a standalone rack unit with a JV-esque sound engine.
The JV sound was ubiquitous in the 90s, and not to be underestimated, whether it be traditional piano/keyboard, bass, drums, or leads.
Pretty clean, even the rack ears are pretty clean, Home studio only, not dragged around. Used for supplementing tracks, and some of the drum loops were used as foundations for tracks.
you got your midi, your stereo outs etc.
midi'd it up to another roland keyboard and tested some of the performance loops, and individual patches. That worked for me."
via this eBay listing
"No AI here, this is a real human description in the language of English.
Think of drum loops, drones and leads from the 90s. This is an M-DC1 from Roland, which includes typical banks of patches, but also cool performance and drum modes. Many hip hop loops, trance type stuff. This is a rack module which essentially contains the dance roms that were also available for the JV series in the form of plug in cards. Except this is a standalone rack unit with a JV-esque sound engine.
The JV sound was ubiquitous in the 90s, and not to be underestimated, whether it be traditional piano/keyboard, bass, drums, or leads.
Pretty clean, even the rack ears are pretty clean, Home studio only, not dragged around. Used for supplementing tracks, and some of the drum loops were used as foundations for tracks.
you got your midi, your stereo outs etc.
midi'd it up to another roland keyboard and tested some of the performance loops, and individual patches. That worked for me."
Infinite Patches.. for Free! The Retroaktiv PatchGen
video upload by Starsky Carr
"Unlock the full potential of your Roland MKS-70 (the legendary Super JX in a rack) with the Retroactive MPG7X controller! In this video, I demonstrate how I created a high-quality 25-tone patch bank in record time—it actually took me longer to type the names than to design the sounds.
We dive deep into the Patch Gen (Patch Generator) feature found on Retroactive controllers, which uses intelligent randomization to deliver usable, professional-grade synth tones instantly. Whether you need snappy basses, lush "steam" pads, or lo-fi organs, this tool transforms the way you interact with your vintage analog gear.🎹 "
Sunday, March 29, 2026
A 909, a 606 and a naked 303
video uploads by decoder303
Playlist:
1. A 909, a 606 and a naked 303
2. more of the same acid fun
3. acid hardware fun with TR-909 and friends
4. acid hardware fun with TR-909 and friends 2
Roland JX-3P Making Wonderland Chorus Test Analog DCO Synthesizer Rik Marston
video upload by Rik Marston Official
"Roland JX-3P - Making Wonderland: The Chorus Test"
Synthesizer Demo by Rik Marston
*Watch in HD!* *NO Talking!* *Turn it up!*
My Etsy store: AhnyxianSoundDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou...
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LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
Roland SH-1 Monosynth & RS-202 String Synth
video upload by DreamsOfWires
"Simple melodic ditty. just dusting off some oldies. SH-1 sequenced by a Korg SQ-1 in random mode. Initial drone sound is SH-1 (overdubbed), then following drone is from a sustained note on the RS-202 using the Vintage Synth Automatic Key Sustainer (electricians tape). Some verb in the mix, and delay on the SH-1.
I love vintage analogue synths, they often have a lot of character, but they also have their practical drawbacks, such as maintenance! My SH-1's sliders need some love, but the keyboard tracking's gone haywire (or should that be J-wire?) and the unfortunately named 'Bender' has transformed itself into a 'random source of uncertainty''... or a garbled note generator.
The RS-202 is working well though... so far, but changes in circumstances mean it's probably destined for the great online auction in the sky... or 'cloud'... whatever. It's a lovely-sounding thing, but like most vintage string synths, it's huge and doesn't do a lot. But, what it does do, it does well, and that chorus... Roland have a great lineage there.
Support my music with your hard-earned cash by buying it here: https://tomorrowthecure.bandcamp.com"
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LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
LABELS/MORE: MATRIXSYNTH Members, Roland
Where Vintage Synths Meet Vintage Space: Lexicon PCM70 + 42 and Roland SDE3000
video upload by Jose's Vintage Keys
"A live improvised jam built around Minimoog, Rhodes, CP70, Moog Muse and Juno-60, with the PCM42 and SDE-3000 adding depth, movement and space."
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Roland Boutique TR-08 Virtual Analog Drum Machine
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Roland SH-4d Digital Groovebox + Desktop Synthesizer
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via this listing
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Roland GAIA 2 Digital Keyboard Synthesizer
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via this listing
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Perfect Circuit, Roland
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Friday, March 27, 2026
Roland SH-2 with System 104 sequencer #rolandsh2 #rolandsystem104
Roland JD-990 Super JD Multi-Timbral Digital Synthesizer SN ZE81761
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Roland Alpha Juno-1 Analog Keyboard Synthesizer
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LABELS/MORE: Auctions, Perfect Circuit, Roland
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Roland TR-1000 "Melodic Mode"
video upload by Maffez Synthmods
"So the idea is to fake a chromatic mode by making a sound and copying it across all instruments, then tuning these chromatically. Kinda roundabout workflow and not quite as easy as yours truly in front of an ice cream vendor, but this way the TR1000 can do polyphonic VA, FM, PCM, and even Cowbell Synth :) trwo in some morphing slider action and you get realtime sound control too!"
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