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01/12/2026

With pure expression and an authentic feel, KIYOLA utilizes Piano Reality Modeling to deliver a warm, rich tone that matches its stunning Karimoku design. Experience the art of sound with KIYOLA.
Watch more: https://youtu.be/mrzSMC5s5mA

Roland Corporation, the GRAMMY Museum and Venice Music have teamed up to present “Mix at the Museum: A Roland Free Day” ...
11/07/2025

Roland Corporation, the GRAMMY Museum and Venice Music have teamed up to present “Mix at the Museum: A Roland Free Day” on Saturday, November 8th. This one-day event offers free general admission for all visitors and features a dynamic lineup of live performances, workshops, and artist talks, all curated by Roland. Programming will take place across three key areas of the Museum, with five unique activations happening throughout the day.

Featuring live performances by Lyric Jones, Kenny Larkin, Justin Paul, Jairus Mozee, TaRon Lockett, Ali Stone, John Allen Loops, and more!

Click here to RSVP: https://grammymuseum.org/event/mix-at-the-museum-a-roland-free-day/

Meet the new V-Drums 5 Series – the next evolution of V-Drums tone and feel 🥁🥁Powered by the new V51 module, these kits ...
10/17/2025

Meet the new V-Drums 5 Series – the next evolution of V-Drums tone and feel 🥁🥁

Powered by the new V51 module, these kits deliver the full expressive range of the V71 engine, support for our digital pads, and endless creativity with Roland Cloud.

More about the kits:
🔥 VAD516: V-Drums Acoustic Design with full-depth wood shells, digital snare/ride/hi-hat pads, and stunning Midnight Sparkle wraps.
🔥 TD516: Mid-level V-Drums featuring digital pads, high-performance analog pads, and a versatile rack stand.
🔥 TD513: Space-saving kit optimized for home practice, studio recording, and small-stage performances.

Learn more: https://www.roland.com/global/promos/v-drums_5_series/

The king of clean is now ready for your DAW. The JC-120 Jazz Chorus Software Effect is a legendary solid-state guitar am...
04/25/2025

The king of clean is now ready for your DAW. The JC-120 Jazz Chorus Software Effect is a legendary solid-state guitar amp renowned for it's tone and stereo chorus effect. For the launch of our plug-in version we thought we’d catch everyone up on why it's so loved, with some incredibly talented artists including Justus West, Baroness, and Saint Aria. You can also get 75% off the Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus Software Effect. Act fast! This Lifetime Key offer ends April 30th.

https://www.roland.com/cloud/promos/products/jc-120

Berklee’s teaching the SP-404MKII now. Yup, it’s official. 🎓🔥Sampling just hit the syllabus—and it’s changing lives.
04/04/2025

Berklee’s teaching the SP-404MKII now. Yup, it’s official. 🎓🔥
Sampling just hit the syllabus—and it’s changing lives.

David Bellow, aka Lightfoot, and Michele Darling explain the process of establishing a groundbreaking SP-404 course at Berklee.

04/04/2025

We're celebrating 20 years of 404 beat culture at Roland! But how did it all begin? 🤔

Original engineer Kenji Yamada takes us through the creation of the SP-404 and its evolution from the humble MS-1.

Before it was a vibe, it was a vision. Curious where the SP-404 came from? 👀This one’s for the heads. OG designer Kenji ...
04/04/2025

Before it was a vibe, it was a vision. Curious where the SP-404 came from? 👀

This one’s for the heads. OG designer Kenji Yamada and current SP-404 project lead Takeo Shirato sit down to talk about the roots, rise, and future of the 404. From dusty chops to basement sessions, this little box shaped a whole scene—and it’s still evolving. A must-read for any fan of sample-based music.

https://articles.roland.com/roland-engineering-sp-404-past-present-and-future/

Original SP-404 designer Kenji Yamada and current project leader Takeo Shirato discuss the 404 concept, its widespread popularity, and more.

Two decades deep and still flipping the script. 🔥 Looking for all the 404 Day deets? We’ve got the full rundown on event...
04/03/2025

Two decades deep and still flipping the script. 🔥 Looking for all the 404 Day deets? We’ve got the full rundown on events worldwide, celebrating 20 years of the SP-404’s legacy. From lo-fi loops to live sets, this little box changed the game—and the party’s just getting started. Tap in and see how the community is repping 404 Day across the globe.

Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos.

It’s a   global takeover! Are you in? Find an event near you and celebrate 20 years of the mighty SP-404 and beat cultur...
04/03/2025

It’s a global takeover! Are you in?

Find an event near you and celebrate 20 years of the mighty SP-404 and beat culture with live performances, beat battles, artist panels, exclusive merch giveaways, and more.
Which spot will you hit?
More info: https://articles.roland.com/ultimate-guide-404-day-2025/

We’ve teamed up with some amazing artists and dropped exclusive, limited-edition merch supporting Bandcamp’s LA Wildfire...
02/08/2025

We’ve teamed up with some amazing artists and dropped exclusive, limited-edition merch supporting Bandcamp’s LA Wildfire Fundraiser!

You can find these artist-designed tees in our Bandcamp store throughout February.

The best part? 100% of profits go to MusiCares to help musicians affected by the wildfires. Explore designs by Hunter Freese and DIXSON

“This design is inspired by working together. Like a synthesizer, many components work together to make a whole. Roland’s tagline: we design the future inspired me to make a design that honors the work of the many people who helped bring hope to those who felt their future may have been bleak during the LA Fires.” - Dixson

Don’t miss out: https://rolandglobal.bandcamp.com/merch

We’ve teamed up with some amazing artists and dropped exclusive, limited-edition merch supporting Bandcamp’s LA Wildfire...
02/08/2025

We’ve teamed up with some amazing artists and dropped exclusive, limited-edition merch supporting Bandcamp’s LA Wildfire Fundraiser! You can find these artist-designed tees in our Bandcamp store throughout February.

The best part? 100% of profits go to MusiCares to help musicians affected by the wildfires.

Explore designs by renowned graphic artist Hunter Freese and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist DIXSON

“This design is inspired by working together. Like a synthesizer, many components work together to make a whole. Roland’s tagline: we design the future inspired me to make a design that honors the work of the many people who helped bring hope to those who felt their future may have been bleak during the LA Fires.” - Dixson

Don’t miss out—shop, support, and make a difference:
https://rolandglobal.bandcamp.com/

We’re supporting Bandcamp in taking action to help with wildfire relief in Southern California. On February 7, your purc...
02/05/2025

We’re supporting Bandcamp in taking action to help with wildfire relief in Southern California.

On February 7, your purchases on Bandcamp will make a difference. 100% of Bandcamp’s proceeds will be donated to MusiCares, providing critical relief and essential services to those in the music community impacted by the wildfires.

When you buy music or merch from any artist on Bandcamp, your purchase directly supports them, and on this day, it will also contribute to helping those in need.

Join us in making an impact.

Learn more and shop here: bandcamp.com/lafirerelief

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