NAMM 2006 Winter Show: Roland introduced the SH-201, a synth that they call “the most friendly and fun analog-modeling instrument on the market.” Roland says that, though it’s fun and easy to use, the SH-201 is no toy when it comes to sound. With two analog-modeling oscillators onboard, complete with Roland’s famous Supersaw waveform and… Read More Roland Intros SH-201 Synthesizer
Roland Corporation is shipping the SP-404 sampler. The SP-404 is built on a foundation of more: more features, more voices, more pads, and more memory. The SP-404 surpasses its predecessor by offering battery-power compatibility, a CompactFlash slot, and a built-in microphone for quick, stress-free sampling sessions. Just turn it on, aim, and record — no… Read More Roland Ships SP-404 Sampler
Roland has announced a top-down restructuring of the Los Angeles based organization. Effective immediately BOSS U.S. and Roland U.S. will function as two entirely autonomous companies, complete with separate management and support staff. These recent streamlining measures will allow the two businesses to focus their efforts on Roland and BOSS product sold nationwide. BOSS is… Read More Boss’ Boss Now Really the Boss
Propellerhead Software today announced the discontinuation of development and support of ReBirth, the first software synth emulation software. The legendary product will now be available for free. In addition, Propellerhead Software is creating a dedicated website for ReBirth, RebirthMuseum. It will include articles, interviews, historical information, the ReBirth song and Mod archives, a discussion forum,… Read More Propellerhead Rebirth Now Free
Kid Nepro has announced a new set of patches for the the Roland “Super Jupiter” MKS80 – Vol #3 – Patch King Mix. According to Kid Nepro’s founder and sound programmer: “Just because a synthesizer is no longer available in your local music store does not mean it is no longer useful. Many classic tracks… Read More Kid Nepro Goes Old School With Sounds for Roland Super Jupiter MKS80
NAMM 2005: Roland has announced an upgrade to the V-Synth family with the release of Version 2 software. This user-installable system upgrade adds significant new features to the already-powerful V-Synth. V-Synth Version 2 has a completely new set of patches. The “V-Synth Producer Edition” is a collection of highly playable sounds from an acclaimed roster… Read More NAMM: Roland V-Synth V2
NAMM Show: Roland Corporation and Universal Audio have announced that Universal Audio will develop, market and sell plug-in emulations of classic Roland processors for UA’s popular UAD-1 DSP card. The first three Roland products to be released as UAD-1 plug-ins, the Dimension D Chorus, the CE-1 Chorus and the Roland RE-201 Space Echo, will be… Read More NAMM Show: Roland & Universal to Develop Plug-in Versions of Classic Roland Processors
Analog to Digital has realeased a set of virtual instruments for fans of both analog and digital synthesis. The Reincarnation series is a set of sample based synths which have the authentic solid analog feel. They allow the user to change the filter level with a keyboard mod wheel, and also to select resonance levels.… Read More Analog to Digital Releases Virtual Synths
The Roland SP-606 sampling workstation packs a tremendous amount of power into a small package. It’s a full-featured sampling workstation; it is a USB audio/midi interface; and its a capable hardware controller. It follows in the footsteps of other Roland/Boss samplers, like the SP-505. It boasts excellent sample tools, long sampling times, CompactFlash support, sample-chopping… Read More Roland SP-606 Review: More Than A Sampling Workstation
Roland introduced a new monitoring solution, the DS-8/-7/-5 active reference series, at the 2004 NAMM Summer Session. The DS series delivers high-resolution performance with precise imaging, ultra-low coloration, and smooth, balanced energy output. Premium-grade discrete amp circuits and film capacitors provide the purest signal path. The new DS line is ideally suited for professional and… Read More NAMM – Roland DS Series Digital Monitors
