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Thursday, October 15, 2026

Roland D-50 D-20 D-70 - "D Legacy Trio" Live

video upload by LFOstore

"Chief of www.lfo.store Nick Klimenko performing live on 3 legendary synthesizers of end of 80s & start of 90s - Roland D-20, D-50, D-70

This boards are truly a gem of its time & can sounds modern too.
Warm & authentic, evolving & moving - D series so much to offer.

Ambient cinematic composition played with internal effects only.
D-70 playing wide ambient pad from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-7...
D-50 playing pluck/pad sound from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-5...
D-20 playing brass sound from set: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/roland-d-2..."

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Techno Jam with PWM Malevolent / Roland MC-101 / tc electronic Plethora X1

video upload by ghostradioshow

"My new gears...
Enjoy;)
#malevolent #plethora #mc101 #pwm #tcelectronic #roland #groovebox #dawlessjam"

The Roland JD-990 Editor of His Dreams (Open Source)

video upload by Marc Renton

"I finally built the Roland JD-990 editor of my dreams – and it's open source.

SoundDiver is dead, Patch Base never felt right, and the JD-990's front panel only lets you scratch the surface of what this 90s synth can really do. So I built my own editor: a native Mac app (made with JUCE) that puts every parameter at your fingertips – touchable envelopes, a full effects page, a library editor and a performance view for stacking up to 24 voices across multiple MIDI channels.

My philosophy: the editor is the source of truth. Your patches live on your computer – with version control and proper backups – instead of on a 30-year-old battery.

▶ Source code: https://github.com/andremotz/foton-jd990
There's no prebuilt download. Grab the code and let an AI agent like Claude Code, OpenCode or Codex build it for you – or adapt it for Windows, a VST plugin or even the JD-800. Pull requests welcome!

CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:19 Why I built my own JD-990 editor
1:07 The problem: only scratching the surface
1:33 Patches on a battery – backups matter
1:48 The editor as source of truth for patches
2:25 Build your own tools
2:53 Tour: the panel & JUCE UI
3:36 Effects tab
4:00 Parameter debug view
4:09 Library editor
4:31 Performance mode
5:12 Let's play – multi-part demo
5:46 Managing the 24 voices
6:32 Open source – build it with an AI agent
6:54 What about the JD-800?

#RolandJD990 #Synthesizer #OpenSource #SynthEditor #JUCE #VintageSynth"

How to make the Korg Minilogue XD sound like a Roland JP-8000

video upload by MrSynthmania

"Transform your Korg Minilogue XD into a trance legend!

Get the bundle of 16 Oscillator-Models here: https://synthmania.de/produkt/minilog...

Get the iconic Roland JP-8000 SUPERSAW sound as a digital User Oscillator – with the same parameters as the original.

This is part of my complete Bundle with additional 15 powerful User Oscillators for the Minilogue XD and NTS-1 (MKi).

In this video I’m showing the SUPERSAW in a short trance track and walking through some of the custom parameters:

🎛️ Phase – Control the massive width of the 7 supersaw waves
🎛️ Mix – Balance the dry and detuned signals perfectly
🎛️ Brightness – Open up the filter character for piercing leads
🎛️ SubOsc – Add massive low-end to your supersaw patches
🎛️ Octave Switch – Choose between 1 or 2 octaves for the SubOsc
🎛️ Drive – Boost the punch of the sound

Perfect for owners of the Minilogue XD who want classic trance and progressive sounds."

"This oscillator was written from the ground up in C++ for maximum efficiency and sonic uncompromising quality. Instead of simply stacking standard sawtooth waves, the code uses mathematical refinements otherwise found only in high-end plugins:

Original detune behavior: The oscillator calculates the phase behavior of 7 synchronized sawtooths using the exact asymmetric detune ratios of the original Roland JP-8000.

Fully band-limited: By employing optimized band-limited sawtooth algorithms, the sound stays absolutely clean and free of annoying aliasing even in the highest notes.

Analog-modulated filter design: Inside the code runs a cascade of four highpass filters plus a specialized high-shelf EQ based on BiQuad filter structures. This delivers an extremely clean bass range and silky highs.

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Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Roland Celebrates Grand Opening of U.S. Flagship Store in New York City

Press release follows:

Roland Corporation CEO Masahiro Minowa and Roland Americas CEO Manuele Barbini joined artists including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Mdou Moctar, Prince Paul, and more to officially open Roland Store New York City in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District

NEW YORK, NY, October 13, 2026 — Roland Corporation, a global leader in electronic musical instruments and music technology, celebrated the grand opening of Roland Store New York City, the company’s first standalone retail location in the United States. The invitation-only opening celebration at 414 West 14th Street brought together artists, industry leaders, media, business partners, and special guests for an evening of live performances, a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, and a first look at the new destination, which brings Roland, BOSS, and Drum Workshop (DW) together under one roof.

Masahiro Minowa, CEO and Representative Director of Roland Corporation, and Manuele Barbini, CEO of Roland Americas, led the evening’s welcome and ribbon cutting, officially opening the store and marking the latest milestone in Roland’s The Future. Redefined. Then. Now. Next. campaign. Originally introduced during the 2016 The Future. Redefined. global launch event, the Roland Aerophone and BOSS Katana products celebrate their 10th anniversaries this year, marking a decade of innovation that has expanded creative possibilities for wind players and guitarists alike. Special anniversary editions of both instrument lines are showcased at the store, with the anniversary Katana models available for purchase exclusively at Roland’s flagship stores in New York City, London, and Tokyo.

“New York has long been a place where new sounds, ideas, and creative movements take shape, and tonight we were proud to officially make it home to Roland’s U.S. flagship store,” said Minowa. “Roland has always been committed to pushing music forward, and celebrating this opening alongside so many talented artists is the spirit we hope this store will share with musicians and creators for years to come.”

“Tonight was about the musicians and creators who make New York such an important part of the global music community,” said Barbini. “Seeing artists bring the store to life on its first night shows exactly what we built this space for: a place where musicians, producers, and creators can explore the latest DW, Roland, and BOSS innovations, connect with our team, and be part of a new creative hub for the city.”

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Leak: Roland Jupiter-08 & N/Vision Wavetable?

video upload by DECIMA1

"Today I talk about some Roland synths that leaked which are the Jupiter-08 & N/Vision Wavetable."

Not to be mixed with the Roland JP-08 Boutique

Roland VP-550 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard SN ZV01020

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this listing

Additional Perfect Circuit listings

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Boy Harsher’s Augustus Muller: A feeling on repeat with AstroLab and V Collection

video upload by Arturia

"Augustus Muller’s music draws much of its force from repetition: a frontal bassline, a clipped drum pattern, a synth shaped until it can hold an arrangement together.

We joined him in the studio to discuss the beginnings of that exploration, the collaborations behind his music and the practical work of bringing a record onstage. Through familiar Boy Harsher sounds, Safe Mind material and ideas written on the road, he shows how AstroLab and V Collection connect the different settings in which his music takes shape."

Boy Harsher - Pain (Official Audio)

video upload by Boy Harsher / Nude Club

"Taken from Boy Harsher - Lesser Man EP
https://boyharsher.lnk.to/LesserManYD"

Monday, October 12, 2026

【Torso Electronics】 S-4 Sculpting Sampler & 【Roland】SP-404MKII

video upload by Takeo Watanabe

#torso
#torsoelectronics
#s4
#roland
#sp404mkii
#fieldsoundart

Roland D-05, Make Noise Strega & Ableton Mode | Ambient Drone

video upload by Akihiko Matsumoto

"Sequencer: Ableton Mode https://akihikomatsumoto.sellfy.store...
Discover the Sacred Sounds of the Past: A Generative Sequencer Inspired by Medieval Chant Immerse yourself in a groundbreaking tool designed for creators of ambient, experimental, contemporary music, IDM, and electronica. This Max for Live generative sequencer fuses historical depth with cutting-edge technology, offering a unique journey through time and sound.
Historical Roots, Modern Expression
Developed over a year of intensive research, this device draws from a rich tapestry of medieval chant manuscripts and the intricate patterns of neume notation. Delve into the essence of the eight church modes, enriched with the proto-characteristics of Ionian and Aeolian modes foretelling the rise of major and minor tonalities.
Infinite Melodic Possibilities
Let the sequencer generate melodies imbued with the organic flow and spiritual resonance of early music, now reimagined for contemporary creativity. Whether sculpting ethereal soundscapes or exploring experimental forms, this device breathes new life into your compositions."

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Prophet 10 and Dynacord VRS23, Roland Dimension D

video upload by P wizard

Bent505 Circuit-bent 80s Drum Machine VST/AU

video uploads by atnr

Playlist:

1. Bent505 Circuit-bent 80s Drum Machine VST/AU
2. Experimental Beat w/ Bent 505, OP-1 field, and Modular Synth | Renew 2026-09-10 by atnr
3. Circuit-Bent Drum VST, OP-1 field, YAMAHA CS01 Electronica | Rest and Drop 2026-09-09 by atnr [previously posted]

"Bent 505 is a 16-part rhythm sampler featuring sounds reminiscent of 80s drum machines.

Control pitch, bit depth, sample rate, comb filter, and delay for each part to design everything from classic drum sounds to raw lo-fi and metallic tones.

Unpredictable sonic variations via Random, Jitter, and Destroy, plus MIDI note reassignment and 16 individual outputs.

Bent 505 Product Website
https://store.atnr.net/bent-505/?lang=en"

"Bent 505 is a 16-part rhythm sampler featuring sounds reminiscent of 80s drum machines. Control pitch, bit depth, sample rate, comb filter, and delay for each part to design everything from classic drum sounds to raw lo-fi and metallic tones. Unpredictable sonic variations via Random, Jitter, and Destroy, plus MIDI note reassignment and 16 individual outputs.

Key Features

Editable 80s Sound Samples

16 sounds reminiscent of 80s drum machines
Detailed editing of each of the 16 parts
Flexible MIDI note assignment
Lo-Fi Effects

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Live at Home II (Elektron Digitone // MFB Tanzbar // Roland S1 // Teenage Engineering KO Sidekick)

video upload by 2-Minute Warning

"It's been almost a year since I last used my Elektron Digitone. The knobs had gradually become sticky, making the instrument pretty unpleasant to use. Since this seems to be an issue other people have experienced too (and I've had similar problems with other gear), I eventually decided to buy replacement knobs and swap them myself.

And honestly, this machine is too good to stay on the shelf!

To celebrate its return, here's a second "Live at Home" session: a 14-minute live set built mainly around patterns I recorded on the Digitone before I stopped using it.

The setup:
Elektron Digitone : the heart of the setup, sequencing the Roland S-1 and sending program changes to switch its sounds throughout the set.
Roland S-1 : mainly handling the bass.
MFB Tanzbär : adding some extra analog drums, using its own internal sequencer.
Teenage Engineering KO Sidekick : processing the Tanzbär (Channel 1) and the Digitone (Channel 2), with onboard effects for breaks, transitions, and a bit of hands-on sound shaping.

The Digitone acts as the master clock, with MIDI running from the Digitone to the S-1 and then to the Tanzbär. While the Digitone sequences the S-1, the Tanzbär keeps its own patterns running in sync with the rest of the setup.

No elaborate concept this time, just a chance to revisit some old patterns, bring the Digitone back into the mix, and see where the machines take me.

As always, the performance was recorded in a single take. I mixed and mastered the individual tracks afterwards in Ableton Live, but the musical performance itself wasn't edited or fixed.

00:00 Track 01 01:21 Track 02 03:04 Track 03 05:06 Track 04 06:26 Track 05 07:55 Track 06 09:07 Track 07 10:37 Track 08 12:28 Track 09 12:52 Track 10"

Saturday, October 10, 2026

'The Thing' Theme Synth cover (Prophet-10 Rev 4, ESQ-1, JX-3P) - Ennio Morricone

video upload by PKN Synth

"Main theme by Ennio Morricone from John Carpenter's 'The Thing'

/ pknolan
Gear used:
Sequential Prophet-10 Rev4
Ensoniq ESQ-1
Roland JX-3P
Yamaha MODX M7

Produced/performed by Paul Nolan.
Video by Paul Nolan and Daniel McConnell.

There are many mix variations of this main title theme, so I'm mostly referencing the film title sequence version and the end titles version for this cover."

Also see "Walk to the Lighthouse" - Prophet 10 Rev4 Cover - From "The Fog" John Carpenter

ROLAND T8 BEAT MACHINE - Weird Enigma

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

https://www.patreon.com/cw/woodypianoshack
https://woodypianoshack.com

• Music theory and playing techniques
• Song breakdowns & piano arrangements
• Synth and keyboard tips and tricks
• Topics requested by members

BlueARP DM + Roland SH-101 via GV/Gate, Nord Drum, Roland S-1

video upload by graywolf2004ru

"The whole thing was programmed on BlueARP DM in about 1 hour, and 2 more hours to rehearse and record the video. This was a good test for the BlueARP DM.

Sorry for the shaky video ) This is my 1t time using head-mount cam and now I know when filming like this you need to keep your head steady and look around mostly with eye movements."