VCV Rack adds Drums right now – analog-modeled modular drum machine for $30

While we’re waiting on VCV Rack 2, Drums is available right now. And not only does it give you a full range of dedicated analog-modeled drum modules, but it’s got DSP from our friends at Vult.

Roland TR-909: the hat, the shirt, a nearly-free sound pack

A pricey jacket may have overshadowed the rest of the news, but yes, Roland does have some 909 swag and sounds for those of us on a budget, too.

Peter Kirn - September 10, 2021

Make a 909 kick on the Make Noise 0-Coast, and more drum modeling fun

Forget even all the music that was made with it for a second. How the sound of a TR-909 kick was made can open new doors.

Peter Kirn - May 28, 2020

Roland just made syncing Serato and TR drum machines automatic

Peter Kirn - January 24, 2019

Roland TR-8S hands-on: a more playable, powerful drum machine

Peter Kirn - March 5, 2018

Roland’s DJ gear has a built-in TR drum machine; here’s how to use it

Peter Kirn - February 16, 2018

Roland quietly made their DJ controllers into live-hybrid machines

Peter Kirn - February 9, 2018

Erica are set to bring the 909 into the modular age with their latest gear

Peter Kirn - January 31, 2018

Roland gets you going on their DJ controllers, Serato with free samples

Peter Kirn - December 26, 2017

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