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Product Spotlight: Roland’s Rubix Audio Interface Series

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High-Resolution Mobile Recording for Mac, Windows, and iPad

Roland Rubix Audio Interface Series: Rubix22, Rubix24, and Rubix44 (top to bottom).

Roland Rubix audio interface series: Rubix22, Rubix24, and Rubix44 (top to bottom).

With their high-fidelity sound, compact size, and affordable prices, Roland’s Rubix audio interfaces are a perfect fit for today’s on-the-go musicians and producers. Three different models provide audio I/O configurations to suit a variety of needs, and all support high-resolution recording at rates up to 24-bit/192 kHz. MIDI I/O is also included, and near-universal USB support provides seamless integration with Mac and Windows computers. Rubix interfaces can also be used with Apple iPads, allowing you to create a pro music production and performance rig with amazing sound and unmatched portability.

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New Quick-Start Videos for the Roland DJ-202 and DJ-505 DJ Controllers

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Get Up and Running with Roland’s Latest DJ Controllers

Roland DJ-505 (left) and DJ-202 DJ Controllers.

Roland DJ-505 (left) and DJ-202 DJ Controllers.

If you’re the owner of a Roland DJ-202 or DJ-505, our new series of informative videos will fast-track your knowledge and help you become familiar with a variety of commonly used of functions. Topics include real-time and step recording, changing TR kits, using effects, working with external MIDI devices, and more. There are also overview demos that showcase the primary elements of the instruments. All the videos are brief and easy to follow, so you’ll be creating great music with your DJ controller in no time! And if you’ve been thinking of purchasing one, you’ll get an inside look at what these powerful creative instruments can bring to your setup.

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Attention DJ Series Owners: Download Your Free Roland TR-S DJ Sample Packs for Serato DJ

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High-Quality Samples, Ready to Use with Serato DJ and the DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202

Roland DJ Controllers: DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202.

Roland DJ Controllers: DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202 (left to right).

Offering intensive real-time control and deep Serato DJ integration, Roland’s DJ-808, DJ-505, and DJ-202 DJ Controllers unlock exciting new approaches to music performance. To enhance your creative flow, we’ve created four free sample packs for Serato DJ that work seamlessly with your Roland DJ instrument. Each pack contains eight high-quality WAV samples newly created by Roland that are ready to load into Serato Sampler, expanding your performance options with sounds from popular genres that can be sequenced and mixed into your DJ sets.

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The Revolutionary Roland Aerophone, Now Available in Two Colors

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Choose Between Original White and New Graphite Black Finishes

Roland Aerophone AE-10G (top) and Aerophone AE-10.

Roland Aerophone AE-10G (top) and AE-10.

Roland’s Aerophone is a groundbreaking digital wind instrument that opens a new world of expressive possibilities for saxophonists and other wind players. First introduced in late 2016, the standard Aerophone AE-10 features a handsome white finish that really stands out on stage. While this model continues to be very popular, some players have requested a darker look for a more understated appearance. With the Aerophone AE-10G, that option is now here! Aside from its sleek graphite black finish, the AE-10G offers all the great sounds and playability of the original AE-10 model, which remains available as well.

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