"It took way too long, but Roland finally caved and gave the people what they want: a proper analog successor to the iconic TR-808 drum machine. The 808's sound, especially the kick drum, is embedded so deeply in the DNA of modern music that it would be a gross disservice to try and boil its influence down to a single sentence or a list of artists."
"But, in typical Roland fashion, the company didn't just re-create some iconic analog circuits. No, the TR-1000 also has digital emulations of other classic Roland drum machines. It has FM synthesis, PCM samples, and a built-in sampler with looping and chopping abilities. Not to mention dozens of effects, the ability to layer sounds, and a modern sequencer with probability, automation, and microtiming."
The TR-1000 serves as an analog successor to the TR-808 while combining real analog circuits with digital synthesis and sampling. The instrument includes digital emulations of other classic Roland drum machines, FM synthesis, PCM samples, and a built-in sampler with looping and chopping. Dozens of effects, layering capabilities, and a modern sequencer with probability, automation, and microtiming provide deep sound-design options. The unit's breadth of features makes it powerful for modern music production but also complex to navigate. The design approach shifts away from previous garish or toy-like styling. The price is $2,699.99.
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