It’s a premium instrument that harkens back to the 808 and 909. It’s a premium instrument that harkens back to the 808 and 909. Unlike other TR instruments from Roland over the last several years that ...

The Roland TR-808 drum machine was one of the most influential electronic instruments of all time, and now it's got a worthy successor in the shape of the TR-1000. The Roland TR-1000 is the first ...

The big picture: Roland's decision to return to analog hardware reflects both strong market demand and a recognition of its own legacy. For years, competitors and boutique manufacturers have filled ...

is the Verge’s weekend editor. He has over 18 years of experience, including 10 years as managing editor at Engadget. But, in typical Roland fashion, the company didn’t just re-create some iconic ...