Roland TR-8S
The Roland TR-8S Drum Machine is a highly versatile and advanced instrument that stands out with its extended functionality. It combines Roland's ACB technology with stereo sample import and playback, offering a wide range of creative possibilities for musicians, producers, and live performers. Whether you're crafting intricate beats in the studio or unleashing rhythms on stage, the TR-8S delivers exceptional performance and sound quality.
Latest User Reviews
Weapon!
The sound is massive! great grooves!
Excited to get going
Having bought my TR-8S last year, I signed up for an online course offered free by Roland via their website and in the first session already learned loads of things that I can’t wait to try out. So many cool presets that will result in hours of entertainment. Very happy with my purchase now.
No matter what is your setup you need to have this
I have a home studio, with good amount of gear, I like to noodle on my synthesizers but I need quick access to a good beat. I found the TR-8s a great solution for that. Easy to work and great output. It has a good library and unique templates
Rebirth
Use my TR8s with the Behinger 303 replica…. Most fun I had making electronic music since Rebirth 😎
I'm loving it
Endless features, this is not just a drum machine. Casual use needs very little menu diving, if you want to play with the synth engine it takes a while to program it.
Technical Data
- Manufactured by Roland
- Released in 2018
- Average price : $730
- With extended functionality
- ACB technology plus stereo sample import and playback
- 300 Preloaded samples
- SD Card slot to import your own mono and stereo samples (WAV, or AIFF)
- Mixing and layering sounds
- Drum tracks can consist of pure sample kits, TR sounds, or a mixture of both
- Percussion tuned effects like delay, reverb, overdrive and filters
- Real-time pattern creation with up to 32 steps
- 128 kits
- 128 patterns, each with eight variations and three different types of fills
- 8 Analog outputs
- Trigger track per pattern
- Multi-channel audio and MIDI interface
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm
- 6.3mm (L/Mono, R) Mix Out
- 6x 6.3 mm Assignable Out
- 6.3 mm (L, R) input for external sources
- Trigger output: 3.5mm
- USB port type B (audio, MIDI)
- Dimensions: 409 x 263 x 58 mm
- Weight : 2.1kg
- Includes power supply
Reasons to buy
- Unmatched configurability for studio use and live performance.
- Assignable outputs and external inputs for seamless integration with other hardware.
- High-quality ACB instruments with the option to import custom samples.
- Impressive sound design capabilities, allowing you to tune each sound to your preference.
- Robust build quality with an improved aesthetic for long-lasting reliability.
Reasons to avoid
- Sample import may require some preparation, limiting its usability for some users.
- Some users find certain FX effects like distortion and bitcrush to be less desirable for specific sound applications.
- Price point may be considered high by some, but the features justify the investment.
- Initial learning curve for navigating through key commands and menu options.
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