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CR-78, more BOSS pedals: Roland adds more software for this Mad World
More vintage Roland gear is bound for official plug-in versions. Here’s the surprise: the CR-78 gets the nicest, most detailed software rendition yet. We also round out those nice BOSS pedals. It could be just what you need for some extra classic Roland gear in the software rig.
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What to know about the Roland TR-1000, from voices to slicing to samples
Roland’s new flagship drum machine leaked everywhere. But we’ve got details on what’s new under the hood, including specifics on analog voices, expanded ACB modeling and other digital features, and new sampling powers, direct from the source. You wanted a new monster from Japan? You got it.
Peter Kirn - October 1, 2025
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Roland FANTOM EX: Modeled analog, classic synths, new effects, more
Roland has updated the OS on their flagship FANTOM 6, 7, and 8 synths. It’s a major update, with everything from a shimmer reverb to Analog Circuit Behavior sounds, stage pianos to some classic synths. If you wanted just one keyboard to play everything Roland, the FANTOM is now that instrument.
Peter Kirn - November 8, 2023
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Roland updates Jupiter, Juno plug-ins – and finally fixes their preset UI; here’s a tour
Peter Kirn - April 26, 2023
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Roland’s AIRA Compact: bite-sized versions of TR drum machine, JUNO-60 synth, vocal FX
Peter Kirn - May 10, 2022
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Roland’s Boutique JU-06A JUNO is insanely fun [Review]
Peter Kirn - September 5, 2019
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No new products, but Roland celebrates #808day with free gear updates
Peter Kirn - August 8, 2018
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