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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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909 Day: freebies, sales, and celebrations
It’s 909 Day again, and a moment to reflect on the beauty of Tadao Kikumoto’s rhythm composer masterpiece. HAND CLAP. Let’s RIDE.
Peter Kirn - September 9, 2025
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Roland’s 808 Day: animated films, apparel collabs, patterns, parties, software deals
Roland has largely shifted product announcements to other dates, but 808 Day is still a party. And every year brings some left-field surprise. This year, it’s animated films. But that’s perfect for your 808 Day celebration, even if it’s just a party of you, a drum machine, and a night off.
Peter Kirn - August 8, 2025
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303 Day: the freaky CDM Megaroundup
Peter Kirn - March 3, 2025
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Roland just modeled the JC-120 Jazz Chorus in software
Peter Kirn - January 16, 2025
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Roland is celebrating Bandcamp Friday with 3 months free Ultimate Studio
Peter Kirn - October 4, 2024
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JX-3P gets a PG-200, circuit mod, as Roland continues plug-in UI overhauls
Peter Kirn - October 25, 2023
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808 Day round-up: music, deals, downloads and … a Roland BMX bike?!
Peter Kirn - August 8, 2023
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Recreating The Prodigy’s synth sounds on the original hardware – full of great tricks
Peter Kirn - July 29, 2023
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