January 26, 2018

New Professional Roland Drum Hardware with Integrated Noise Eater Technology

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Noise-Reducing Kick Pedals and Hi-Hat Stand for V-Drums Players

Just announced at the 2018 NAMM Show, Roland’s new Noise Eater drum hardware solves the pedal noise transfer problems faced by electronic drummers who play in multi-story buildings. The lineup includes a single kick pedal, a double kick pedal, and a hi-hat stand, and each features Roland’s pioneering noise and vibration reduction system built into the pedal base. Designed specifically for electronic drums, the Noise Eater hardware’s advanced onboard technology is like no other drum hardware available, and is a perfect match for Roland’s industry-leading V-Drums.

January 25, 2018

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

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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

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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.

January 24, 2018

Exciting New Additions to the Roland Accessories Lineup

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New ScratchX Extension for GO:KEYS

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Make Music and Learn to Code with GO:KEYS and the Scratch Visual Programming Language

Roland GO:KEYS portable keyboard.

Portable and easy to use, Roland’s GO:KEYS is a great keyboard for children to explore sounds and have fun with music. Now, it’s possible to use GO:KEYS with ScratchX, a version of the popular Scratch visual programming language. With ScratchX and the GO:KEYS ScratchX Extension, kids are able to create original interactive stories, games, and animations with sounds and music accompaniment from GO:KEYS. The keyboard can also be used as an interactive controller for animation and other content created with ScratchX. Together, GO:KEYS and ScratchX offer a unique and powerful platform for inspiring children and helping them explore their creativity.

January 8, 2018

Melodics for V-Drums Just Introduced

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Quickly Build Rhythm and Timing Skills with This Fun Desktop App

Roland and Melodics™ have joined forces to introduce Melodics for V-Drums, a dedicated desktop learning app for Mac and Windows. With its interactive interface and engaging exercises, the app helps V-Drums users build and maintain drumming techniques. The app supports V-Drums modules equipped with a USB computer connector, including the TD-50, TD-30, TD-25, TD-15, TD-11, and TD-1. Connection is quick and simple, and sound can be monitored directly from the V-Drums module.

Melodics for V-Drums is a free download, and 40 free lessons are included. Paid subscribers can access 60 additional lessons, with new lessons being added every week.

Monthly Archives: January 2018