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April 15, 2020

Open for Business

Eric Holden Industry AIRA, boss, digital piano, distortion, DJ, Drum Machine, drums, effects, Effects Pedals, keyboards, music, music education, Piano, Stompbox, Synth, Synthesizer, V-Drums, vocals

Below is a list of authorized Roland & BOSS dealers currently selling gear!

What separates us brings us together.

Music makes connections like nothing else on Earth. It’s the language that we all understand—whatever language we speak. Every single moment, great music can make your day or even change your life. And as a musician, you get to make it all happen; play the notes, find the words, finish the track. For everyone currently making music at home, there‘s never been a better time to explore what it means to be creative…and share it with the world.

We’ve compiled this list of our retail partners who are open for business. Whether you’re looking for that new JUPITER-X, BOSS SY-1, the best in electronic drumming, or our award-winning livestreaming equipment, here’s where you can shop for our gear. With various areas of the country with very different circumstances and ordinances, we encourage you to click on your favorite retailers and check out how they best can help you get the gear you’re looking for. We hope this helps all musicians who need to feed their love of music and creation.

June 5, 2018

Winners Announced for the 2018 Mixcloud Online Radio Awards

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Contests, Industry Accordion, AIRA, DJ, drums, EDM, free streaming, guitar, keyboards, Mixcloud, music, online radio, Piano, podcast, radio show, recording, streaming, streaming music, Synthesizer, talk show, vocals

Fifth-Annual Competition Celebrates the Fast-Changing Landscape of Online Radio

Mixcloud Online Radio Awards

Mixcloud, the digital audio streaming platform that’s reinventing radio for listeners and audio creators, has just announced the winners of the 2018 Mixcloud Online Radio Awards. Roland was proud to partner with Mixcloud for the competition, which spanned 29 categories split into four groups: Best Online Music Show, Best Online Radio Station, Best Online Talk Show, and Best Online Radio Personality. The 22-member judging panel was comprised of leading journalists, radio hosts, and entertainment industry veterans, including Roland’s own Nick de Friez, Global AR Product Manager for DJ, dance, and synth products.

Read on to learn more about the Mixcloud Online Radio Awards and this year’s winners!

May 6, 2018

5 Seconds of Summer – The Evolution Continues

Robin Kelly [Roland US] Artists 5 Seconds of Summer, 5SOS, Ashton Irwin, Bass, boss, BOSS Pedals, Calum Hood, Drum Trigger, drums, Effects Pedals, guitar, Hybrid Drums, keyboards, Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, SPD-SX, SPD-SX-SE, SYSTEM-8, V-Drums, Waza

The Story of 5SOS, Roland, and BOSS

5 Seconds of Summer on stage with the Waza Amps during the 5SOS3 tour. Photo: Andy Deluca

I’ll be the first to admit that when I first heard of 5 Seconds of Summer it was because of my niece Kayla. At the time, she was starting to get the hang of playing guitar and she said, “There’s this cool band called 5 Seconds of Summer, you should check them out.” I said, “Okay, but didn’t they open for One Direction?” She proudly said, “Yes,” and played a few songs.

May 3, 2018

SE-02 Analog Synth Version 1.10: New Sounds, Enhanced Features, and Computer-Based Editing

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News, Tips & Tricks AIRA, analog synth, analog synthesizer, bass synth, CV, fat sound, Gate, keyboards, lead synth, MIDI, minimoog, moog, recording, Studio Electronics, synthesizers, trigger, vintage synth

Supercharge Your SE-02 Experience with the Latest Firmware and Powerful New Editor/Librarian Software

Roland SE-02 analog synth.

Packed with discrete analog circuitry, the SE-02 from Roland and Studio Electronics delivers authentic vintage sound with vast programmability and modern connectivity. The just-released Version 1.10 firmware makes this compact mono synth even more powerful, with 128 all-new preset sounds plus user-requested features like increased PWM performance and numerous programming enhancements for improved workflow. Version 1.10 also provides support for a brand-new editor/librarian for Mac and Windows, which offers complete real-time interface control and full patch library management along with patch blending, random patch generation, and other sound-creation tools.

April 4, 2018

RD-2000 Version 1.50 Update Now Available

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News, Tips & Tricks acoustic grand, Apple MainStage, B3, clavinet, D-50, EP, grand piano, Hammond, JUNO, jupiter, keyboard controller, keyboards, Leslie, Mainstage, MIDI Controller, Organ, Piano, recording, Rhodes, Stage Piano, Synth, Synthesizer, upright piano, Wurlitzer

New Sounds and Features Added to Roland’s Flagship Stage Piano

Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano with optional KS-G8B stand.

Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano with included damper pedal and optional KS-G8B stand.

Equipped with dual sound engines, Roland’s finest hammer-action keyboard, and a vast array of master controller features, the RD-2000 is the instrument of choice for top touring pros around the world. The recent Version 1.50 firmware update makes our flagship stage piano even more powerful, adding seven new grand piano sounds, a new rotary effect, and various performance enhancements requested by RD users. It also adds compatibility for two all-new sound expansion collections, which are available for free at Roland’s Axial website.

March 23, 2018

Six Great Reasons to Pick Up the R-07 High-Resolution Audio Recorder

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Tips & Tricks 24/96 SD recorder, AIRA, Bass, binaural, Bluetooth, condenser mic, drums, guitar, handheld recorder, keyboards, metronome, micro SD, microphone, mobile recorder, Piano, R-05, R-09, recording, SD card, stereo recording, tuner, vocals, Zoom

Discover the Many Benefits of the Versatile New Portable Recorder from Roland

Compact and convenient, the Roland R-07 allows you to capture high-quality audio just about anywhere.

All of today’s smartphones have the ability to capture audio recordings on the go, and they’re convenient to use because they’re always with us. But if you’re serious about getting the best results, your phone is often not the best choice. While the built-in mono mic is okay for simple dictation and quick capture, it simply can’t deliver professional quality for music, interviews, and other situations where sound is important. Of course, you can buy add-on mics and other peripherals, but now you have to deal with a setup that’s messy and awkward to manage. And what do you do when you get a call or text in the middle of recording?

With the new Roland R-07 portable recorder, you get everything you need and more in a dedicated, affordable device that’s small, robust, and easy to operate. This makes it perfect for musicians, songwriters, sound designers, journalists, and anyone who needs to capture great audio wherever they travel. Read on to discover six great reasons why the R-07 is your best choice for on-the-go recording.

March 1, 2018

Buy a Roland DJ Controller and Get Free Extras Worth Up to $389.00

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News AIRA, beats, BPM Supreme, DJ, Drum Machine, keyboards, platter, Production, recording, rhythm machine, sample, sampler, Scratch, Synth, TB-303, TR-606, TR-707, TR-727, TR-808, TR-909, TR-REC, tracks, turntable, vocal transformer, vocals

Receive Roland Cloud Academy Training, BPM Supreme Membership, and More with the Purchase of a DJ-202, DJ-505, or DJ-808

Roland DJ-808 DJ Controller

Roland’s innovative DJ controllers blend the advanced performance capabilities of Serato DJ with the legendary sounds and sequencing of our TR-909, TR-808, TR-707, and TR-606 drum machines, paving the way to new creative approaches for any DJ, producer, or performer. The DJ-808 and DJ-505 both unlock Serato DJ Pro when plugged into the software, while the DJ-202 works with the free Serato DJ Lite software. But did you know that you also get free access to even more valuable content when you buy one of these powerful instruments?

Registered U.S. purchasers can take advantage of interactive video training directly from Roland Cloud Academy, helping you get up and running with your new instrument right away. You’ll also receive a 90-day membership with BPM Supreme, a leading record pool that provides DJs with the very latest music tracks, remixes, videos, and more. On top of that, the DJ-808 and DJ-505 models include great Serato expansion content free of charge. Depending on which Roland DJ controller you purchase, these extras bring as much as $389.00 in added value!

February 26, 2018

Roland and BOSS Present Lifetime Achievement Awards to Thomas Dolby and Steve Vai

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Artists, Industry AIRA, analog synth, Drum Machine, drums, guitar, JEM, JUPITER-4, JUPITER-8, keyboards, monkey grip, MTV, Passion and Warfare, Piano, recording, She Blinded Me with Science, Steve Vai, Synth, Synthesizer, Thomas Dolby, Tone Capsule, TR-808, TR-909, vocals, Waza

Legendary Music Artists Honored for Their Important Career Contributions

Thomas Dolby (left) and Steve Vai.

At the 2018 NAMM Show in January, Roland and BOSS presented Lifetime Achievement Awards to synth-pop and electronic music pioneer Thomas Dolby and guitar virtuoso, artist, and producer Steve Vai. These annual awards recognize innovative music artists for their important contributions to the industry while using Roland and/or BOSS gear throughout their careers. Dolby and Vai join an exclusive group that includes past recipients Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Jean-Michel Jarre, and Andy Summers.

January 25, 2018

Roland Announces Version 2.0 Update for the JUNO-DS Synthesizer Series

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News, Tips & Tricks 88-key, 88-note, DAW, editor, Ivory Feel, JUNO, JUNO-DS, JUNO-DS61, JUNO-DS88, keyboards, multisample, pads, Piano, piano action, recording, sample, Synthesizer, USB, weight-action

Multisample Support, JUNO-DS Tone Manager, and Other New Enhancements for the JUNO-DS61 and JUNO-DS88

Roland JUNO-DS synthesizers.

Lightweight, mobile, and filled with high-quality sounds and hands-on controls, Roland’s JUNO-DS61 and JUNO-DS88 synthesizers are ideal for both pro players and up-and-coming keyboardists. The just-announced Version 2.0 update brings many enhancements to the popular instrument series, including multisample support, expanded performance features, and the powerful JUNO-DS Tone Manager software for Mac and Windows. The software provides an all-in-one environment for editing patches, performances, and samples, and also includes a librarian for backing up sounds and organizing setups for different playing situations.

January 24, 2018

New Version 1.10 Update for the Roland DJ Series Announced

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News, Tips & Tricks AIRA, crossfader, dance music, DAW, DJ, DJ Controller, drums, EDM, keyboards, platter, Production, recording, Roland Cloud Academy, Serato, Serato DJ, Serato Intro, turntable, vinyl, vocals

Feature-Packed Firmware Update for the DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202 DJ Controllers

With the new DJ series Version 1.10 firmware update, Roland’s acclaimed DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202 DJ Controllers are now more powerful than ever. The update adds a host of features, including many based on requests from DJ series owners. The added features are specific to each model, and include enhancements like new TR-S drum sounds, more kits, new effects, enhanced performance controls, and more.

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