June 11, 2015

Roland U.S. Hosts Two VIP Showcase Events

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Artists, Industry AIRA, CenterStaging, JD-XA, modular, musikmesse, SIR, SY-300, TD-25, V-Drums

Exclusive Hands-On Product Events in New York and Burbank

Roland U.S. recently hosted two VIP Showcase events to promote its leading lineup of pro music gear, with a special spotlight on products newly unveiled at the 2015 Musikmesse in Frankfurt, Germany. Held at SIR in New York City and CenterStaging in Burbank, California, the invitation-only events were enjoyed by several hundred industry professionals, including leading musicians, producers, engineers, and prominent members of the music press.

April 29, 2013

V-Drums World Championship 2 Finals

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Contests drums, musikmesse, Octapad, SPD-30, SPD-SX, V-Drums, V-Drums World Championship 3 Comments

A New V-Drums Champion is Crowned at the 2013 Musikmesse in Germany

V-Drums World Championship 2 winners at the Frankfurt Musikmesse

During the recent 2013 Musikmesse music fair in Frankfurt, Germany, Roland held the international finals for the V-Drums World Championship 2. From a field of top drummers representing 16 different countries, Issah Contractor from Canada grabbed the crown with a masterful performance blending impressive drumming chops and a thorough command of the modern technology in Roland’s electronic percussion products. More

April 5, 2013

FP-80 and FP-50 Digital Pianos

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News digital piano, FP-50, musikmesse, Piano, roland connect 23 Comments

FP-80 & FP-50 Debut at Musikmesse 2013

Roland FP-80 Digital Piano

Roland has revamped its popular FP-series lineup with two all-new models, the FP-80 and FP-50. Compact and stylish, these instruments feature the acclaimed SuperNATURAL® Piano sound engine for superior tone and 88-note Ivory Feel keyboards for the authentic touch and expressiveness of an acoustic grand. Both pianos are equipped with built-in sound systems, with the FP-80 incorporating multi-channel Acoustic Projection technology for an even more natural sound. More

April 5, 2013

FR-8x and FR-8xb V-Accordions

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News Accordion, FR-8X, FR-8XB, musikmesse, roland connect, V-Accordion 12 Comments

FR-8x & FR-8xb Debut at Musikmesse 2013

Roland FR-8x and FR-8xb V-Accordions

Packed with features requested by the world’s top accordionists, the new flagship FR-8x (piano-type) and FR-8xb (button-type) V-Accordions take the digital accordion to an all-new dimension. With extremely natural playability thanks to newly developed Dynamic Bellows Behavior technology, more convenient battery charging, an expanded sound set, four multi-effects engines, an onboard looper, and much more, the FR-8x and FR-8xb bring players the most powerful V-Accordion experience yet. More

April 4, 2013

BK-9 Backing Keyboard

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News Backing Keyboard, BK-9, keyboards, musikmesse, roland connect, Sequencer 2 Comments

BK-9 Debuts at Musikmesse 2013

Roland BK-9 Backing Keyboard

If you’re looking for a premium auto-accompaniment instrument that’s easy to carry and simple to use, then check out the BK-9, the all-new flagship backing keyboard from Roland. The latest addition to the popular BK lineup is truly a powerhouse performer, with over 1,700 professional sounds, a 16-track sequencer, USB recording/playback, and much more. It’s also filled with full-ensemble accompaniments in almost every musical style imaginable, letting you lead the world’s most versatile backing band as you play. Perfect for solo/duo performers, songwriters, and casual hobbyists playing at home or social gatherings, the BK-9 puts inspiration under your fingertips. More

April 4, 2013

BOSS RC-505 Loop Station

Jim Bybee [Roland US] Product News boss, guitar, Loop Station, musikmesse, RC-505, roland connect 81 Comments

RC-505 Debuts at Musikmesse 2013

BOSS RC-505 Loop Station

BOSS has just introduced the RC-505 Loop Station, a new breed of looper that’s perfect for beatboxers, singers, club performers, and DJs. With its compact, tabletop design and powerful yet simple interface, the RC-505 gives you fingertip control of five simultaneous stereo loop tracks, a variety of recording and playback options, amazing real-time effects, and much more. More

March 21, 2012

Spring Forward

Joe Sparacio [Roland U.S.] Product News musikmesse, roland connect, video 0 Comments

We’ve just unveiled our latest products at the Musikmesse 2012 show in Frankfurt, Germany. The JUPITER-50 is an affordable, lightweight next-gen JUPITER, and the acclaimed JUPITER-80 gets even better with its new Version 2 OS. Our TD-11K and TD-15K V-Drums® kits boast our hottest drum sounds ever. Go wireless with your Roland gear and the Roland Wireless Connect system, featuring our AirRecorder app for iPhone. There’s the VE-5 Vocal Performer, and the power-drenched GA-212 and GA-112 pro guitar amps. And don’t miss the PK-9 pedalboard and RH-A7 headphones. We’ve also got cool new finishes for a range of our instruments.

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