DIY + Unusual Gear Tech
DinSync.info RE-808 is a 1:1 replica so authentic, it’ll run the original OS
It’s not a clone – DinSync.info have been so complete in their recreation of the TR-808, that the results will help actual 808 owners keep their units running far into the future. It’s the Ship of Theseus 808. Since we are in some kind of golden age of clones and recreations, ranging from software models […]
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Roland’s plug-ins are now Apple Silicon native, from 808 to JUPITER-8
Roland’s full stable of Roland Cloud plug-ins now has Apple Silicon support – a big breakthrough for rounding out your new Mac studio and recreating vintage gear in the box.
Peter Kirn - July 22, 2021
Music tech Software Tech
Mourning the loss of Elbee Bad and Rodney Bakerr, House music innovators
In an era of loss and grieving, we continue losing unsung heroes before their time. That included most recently not just one but two House music legends – Elbee Bad and Rodney Baker. It’s well worth not only marking their passing, but reflecting on why artists are not more sung in their lifetime, and whether […]
The best TR news is this free 808 emulator, made in SuperCollider
Peter Kirn - August 18, 2020
DIY + Unusual Gear Software Tech
Roland has registered the 303, 808 designs as trademarks
Peter Kirn - February 6, 2019
Gear Music tech Tech
The 808 just got its own hipster IPA beer in London
Peter Kirn - August 8, 2018
Gear Music tech Tech
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