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Roland Rhythm Composer, 10 Outputs (TR-08)

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$ 399.99

Score By Feature

Based on 63 ratings
Portability
9.70
Sound quality
9.90
Value for money
8.78

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Product Description

This compact drum machine is a replica of the legendary TR-808
This version of the TR-808 has the sound, character, and interface of the original
Tone, level, tuning, and decay are all controlled directly by the user
The following effects have been added to selected instruments Compressor, Gain, Tune, and Pan
Programs can be written in the classic Step and Tap

Questions & Answers

Can it be used by beginners right out of the box? Is it easy to use and enjoy for a beginner?

It is necessary for you to wear headphones or use some sort of powered speaker. The rest of the features are built in and ready to go.

The 808 is a sound, but how does it Was it used by any bands/artists?

Besides hip hop, the 808 was featured extensively in other music genres, such as Whitney Houston's 1987 hit "I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)." There is a scene in the 1984 Talking Heads concert film Stop Making Sense where David Byrne performs the song Psycho Killer using an acoustic guitar accompanied by a 80829 stumbling against its gunshot effects The sounds are the same. The creator of Phil Collins found the machine useful for looping rhythms for long periods of time, since human drummers would have been tempted to add fills and variations. In a June 25, 1983 article, Chris Norris of The New Yorker wrote that the introduction of Roland's magic box was the big bang that caused pop's great age of disruption. I am a big fan of the 808's organic-sounding timbres. The spheres of a new music world were sketched out. Eighth is a popular number system in the United Kingdom, popularized by the electronic group 808 State, who took their name from the machine and used it frequently. "The Roland gear began to be a type of Esperanto in music," said 808 State's Graham Massey. It helped to level the playing field in the world by allowing the whole world to see each other more clearly. It also had a classy feel, transcending provincial music. The 808 became a staple sound on British radio with the emergence of rave culture, a precursor to acid house. The rapper Kanye West (front) used it on every track on his 2008 album 808s & Heartbreak Breaking the heart. In 2008 rapper Kanye West featured the 808 in every single track of his album 808s & Heartbreak Described by Slate as a "love letter to the phone", Heartbreak,31 portrays an explicit relationship between two consumers. In addition to Bassnectar, Damon Albarn, Diplo, Fatboy Slim, David Guetta, 32 and New Order, other artists have worked with the 808. There have been references to this song in lyrics by artists such as the Beastie Boys, Outkast, Kelis, TI, Lil Wayne, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, R Kelly, 3

Any brand of keyboard or synthesizer can be used with the midi interface?

As far as MIDI out and MIDI in are concerned, the unit has 5pin MIDI. It should be possible to connect any keyboard or synthesizer with MIDI connections.

The truth is the truth What is the origin of the 2008 model? Is it made in china or Japan?

There is no guarantee that it will work.

Selected User Reviews For Roland Rhythm Composer, 10 Outputs (TR-08)

The haters shouldn't be taken seriously
5/5

Do not listen to anyone who hates you! Even though the interface isn't analog, the device is cool. There are four AA batteries required for it. In many ways, it's almost a replica of the The only difference is that it's There is nothing more important than fun, and that is what matters. Don't let these analog snobs stop you from buying this great little machine. In this regard, I am completely fine with the fact that there are no individual "true" outs. I highly doubt Madlib outed each drum hit to separate tracks for Madvillainy, but it doesn't take much effort. Don't be afraid to be limited. This is your best option if you want the sound of an 808 without having to shell out $5K on an unstable secondhand unit. There will be a cost of $600 - $800 for this product Roland will stop making these in the future, and they will be available for $700 on the market. Don't care what the haters say, just ignore them. It's sick to hear this little beatbox It will surely become a classic in the future.

Thomas Andersen
Thomas Andersen
| Feb 06, 2021
My TR808 was the original and I would agree with this statement
4/5

Based on my own experience, I would say that this is very close to the original TR808 model. This book is well worth the price.

Dominick Peck
Dominick Peck
| Mar 26, 2021
This is great, but there is a catch
3/5

Even though it only sequences drums, you may be surprised at the cost given that it is the classic in this category. In terms of my purchase, just the kick alone will have a big impact on many house and techno tracks I make, which would be strange Despite this, the sync is so delayed that I am unable to use it with my virtual synthesizers and other applications in real time. You're right, I can change the milliseconds in preferences, but it would be easier to use the 808 samples I have in Ableton already rather than figuring out how to mess with milliseconds in preferences. Cut the start of the tune and place it at the beginning of the Also, if it cannot be used because it is plugged in via USB and has no batteries, then it is unusable due to static.

Malaysia Cardenas
Malaysia Cardenas
| Jun 26, 2021
I had an incredible experience producing
4/5

This document contains TR-related information I am very impressed with the 2008 - a near perfect re-design This is when the 808 is created. It is so amplified that you can jam on it for 5 hours straight and not notice how fast the time has gone. The only thing I have reservations about this would be the USB port Without extensive experience it is a chore to configure our functionality in a Windows DAW. It may be easier to do this on a Mac.

Camila Roberson
Camila Roberson
| Mar 07, 2021
This is outstanding
5/5

It was difficult for me to figure out how to make any sound when I turned it on. I disagree with you, but There was a lot of praise for it in the reviews. As a result of watching several you tube videos, I managed to generate a rhythm that was moderately complex. In my studio monitors I have a few keyboards I am using. Recording will be really fun with this machine, and I am expecting to record some great stuff with it.

Hayes Travis
Hayes Travis
| May 11, 2021
Those are some great beats! Though a bit pricey, it is well worth the money
5/5

As a child, I heard how amazing the 808 drum machine was. I had been a DJ for years Currently, I have some free time, so I'd like to look into expanding my music career. That's all there is to it. You can view a tutorial on YouTube. My new SE-55 is now in my possession The TR-02 can be synced with a keyboard by pressing 02.

Simon Gibson
Simon Gibson
| Sep 30, 2020
It's a retro sound that is great
5/5

Despite being small and tough, it has great sound and is easy to program and play with on the fly once you become familiar with it. This is my favorite drum machine. I wish that it had a power connector instead of just a USB port. If the fragile USB connector is broken, I'll make my own connections if it's not, it can take batteries.

Robert Roy
Robert Roy
| Dec 28, 2020
Modern update that's easy to use and portable
5/5

Back in the 80s, I had real deals to play with, and this modernization is a welcome change This is a rounded update, not an analog one Obviously, it is a digital reproduction, but it is an excellent You don't have to scour the used market looking for the original to use this. As with the rest of the Roland Boutique series, I would like to see the outputs be 14 inches instead of 3 inches instead. A 5mm hole. You can use the battery bank with a portable battery via USB to also save yourself from having to change This is a great tool for creating polka beats and making.

Bryson Patrick
Bryson Patrick
| Jul 23, 2020

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