

In developing the TR-8, we’ve obsessively analyzed and faithfully recreated every detail and nuance of the analog circuitry of these legendary rhythm machines-the boom and snap of the 808 the thud of the 909 the robotic click of an 808 rim shot or a classic 909 snare roll. From rap and house to techno and trance, the TR-808 and TR-909 have left an indelible mark on the art and culture of music.

Not only have they appeared on thousands of dance tracks over the course of three decades, they’ve helped define the sound of entire musical genres. Unleashed upon an unsuspecting world in the 1980s, the TR-808 and TR-909 produce arguably the most influential drum sounds in modern music.
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Two assignable analog outputs and full parallel outputs via USB for total mixing flexibility.Pattern copy and pattern randomization for rapid, spontaneous creativity.Real-time play of 4 different types of rolls (8th, 16th, VARI 1, VARI 2) and per-instrument mutes.Rec/Play modes have been eliminated, enabling seamless switching between step input and real-time pattern making and performance.Real-time pattern creation up to 32 steps with on-the-fly step count adjustment.7 segment, 4 character LED display and 16 per-step pads with bold, full-color LEDs.Scatter lets you freak and tweak your grooves with real-time control and perfect sync.Mix sources connected to the External In jacks with built-in per-step Side Chain function for rhythmic ducking and gating effects.Per-step reverb and delay effects with dedicated knobs.Control the intensity of the Accent function with a dedicated knob.Large Tempo knob with Tap Tempo button and continuous Fine and Shuffle adjustment knobs.

16 stunning kits made up of 11 instrument types, including custom dream kits that use both TR-808 and TR-909 sounds.Authentic 16-step sequencer with faithful TR-REC behavior, including A and B pattern variations and the ability to play instruments and record to steps in real time.Obsessive attention to detail, such as reproducing the original TR’s unique variations in tone that occur when multiple instruments are entered in accented steps.Newly developed Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology allows part-by-part analyses and faithful recreation of tonality and behavior, including the smooth variations of tone that occur when you work the controls of each instrument.Full reproduction of the classic TR-808 and TR-909 rhythm machines, based on original design spec sheets and detailed analog circuit analysis of many original TR machines, including Roland’s own pristine units.Genre-defining sounds, classic effects, unprecedented live pattern manipulation, and solid, intuitive performance controls. The TR-8 is a performance rhythm machine that melds the legendary sound and vibe of the TR-808 and TR-909 with features and functions for the modern age.
