Roland TR-8 Rhythm Performer
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Newly developed Analog Circuit Behavior Technology Authentic 16-step sequencer Per-step reverb and delay effects with dedicated knobs Real-time play of 4 different types of rolls
The TR-8 is a performance rhythm machine that melds the legendary sound and vibe of the TR-808 and TR-909 with features and functions for the modern age. Genre-defining sounds, classic effects, unprecedented live pattern manipulation, and solid, intuitive performance controls. It's the TR...evolved.
CAPTURING THE ORIGINALS
Full reproduction of the classic TR-808 and TR-909 rhythm machines, based on original design spec sheets and detailed analog circuit analysis of many original TR machines, including Roland's own pristine units Newly developed Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology allows part-by-part analyses and faithful recreation of tonality and behavior, including the smooth variations of tone that occur when you work the controls of each instrument Obsessive attention to detail, such as reproducing the original TR's unique variations in tone that occur when multiple instruments are entered in accented steps Authentic 16-step sequencer with faithful TR-REC behavior, including A and B pattern variations and the ability to play instruments and record to steps in real time
TR EVOLVED
16 stunning kits made up of 11 instrument types, including custom dream kits that use both TR-808 and TR-909 sounds Large Tempo knob with Tap Tempo button and continuous Fine and Shuffle adjustment knobs Control the intensity of the Accent function with a dedicated knob Per-step reverb and delay effects with dedicated knobs Mix sources connected to the External In jacks with built-in per-step Side Chain function for rhythmic ducking and gating effects Scatter lets you freak and tweak your grooves with real-time control and perfect sync 7 segment, 4 character LED display and 16 per-step pads with bold, full-color LEDs Real-time pattern creation up to 32 steps with on-the-fly step count adjustment Rec/Play modes have been eliminated, enabling seamless switching between step input and real-time pattern making and performance Real-time play of 4 different types of rolls (8th, 16th, VARI 1, VARI 2) and per-instrument mutes Pattern copy and pattern randomization for rapid, spontaneous creativity Two assignable analog outputs and full parallel outputs via USB for total mixing flexibility
Austin Bazaar is an authorized Roland dealer.
The TR-8 is a performance rhythm machine that melds the legendary sound and vibe of the TR-808 and TR-909 with features and functions for the modern age. Genre-defining sounds, classic effects, unprecedented live pattern manipulation, and solid, intuitive performance controls. It's the TR...evolved.
CAPTURING THE ORIGINALS
TR EVOLVED
User Drum Kits: 16User
Patterns: 16
Steps per 1 measure: 1 -- 16 steps x 2 (Variation A/B)
Tempo: 40 -- 300
Instruments & Controls: BASS DRUM: LEVEL, TUNE, ATTACK, COMP, DECAY, INST SELECT
SNARE DRUM: LEVEL, TUNE, SNAPPY, COMP, DECAY, INST SELECT
LOW TOM, MID TOM, HIGH TOM, RIM SHOT, HAND CLAP, CLOSED HIHAT, OPEN HIHAT, CRASH CYMBAL, RIDE CYMBAL: LEVEL, TUNE, DECAY, INST SELECT
Effects and Controls: ACCENT: LEVEL, STEP
REVERB: LEVEL, TIME, GATE, STEP
DELAY: LEVEL, TIME, FEEDBACK, STEP
EXTERNAL IN: LEVEL, SIDE CHAIN, STEP
Mode: TR-REC, PATTERN SELECT, INST PLAY, INST REC, DRUM KIT SEL, DRUM INST SEL
Controllers: VOLUME knob
SCATTER knob
TEMPO knob
FINE knob
SHUFFLE knob
PADS: 16
MODE buttons: 6
CLEAR button
VARIATION buttons: A, B
SCALE button
LAST STEP button
START/STOP button
SCATTER ON button
SCATTER DEPTH button
TAP button
Power Switch (Rear)
Display: 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
Effects: REVERB, DELAY, SIDE CHAIN
Scatter: Types: 10
Nominal Input Level: -10 dBu
Input Impedance: 100 k ohms
Nominal Output Level: -10/+4 dBu (Selectable)
Output Impedance: MIX OUT, ASSIGNABLE OUT: 1 k ohm
PHONES: 130 ohms
Connectors: PHONES jack: 1/4-inch stereo phone type
MIX OUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
ASSIGNABLE OUT (A, B) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
EXTERNAL IN (L, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
USB port: USB type B (Audio, MIDI)
DC IN jack
USB: Audio, MIDI
Power Supply: AC adaptor
Current Draw: 1,000 mA
Accessories: Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor
Width: 400 mm 15-3/4 inches
Depth: 260 mm 10-1/4 inches
Height: 65 mm 2-9/16 inches
Weight: 1.9 kg 4 lbs. 4 oz.
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Patterns: 16
Steps per 1 measure: 1 -- 16 steps x 2 (Variation A/B)
Tempo: 40 -- 300
Instruments & Controls: BASS DRUM: LEVEL, TUNE, ATTACK, COMP, DECAY, INST SELECT
SNARE DRUM: LEVEL, TUNE, SNAPPY, COMP, DECAY, INST SELECT
LOW TOM, MID TOM, HIGH TOM, RIM SHOT, HAND CLAP, CLOSED HIHAT, OPEN HIHAT, CRASH CYMBAL, RIDE CYMBAL: LEVEL, TUNE, DECAY, INST SELECT
Effects and Controls: ACCENT: LEVEL, STEP
REVERB: LEVEL, TIME, GATE, STEP
DELAY: LEVEL, TIME, FEEDBACK, STEP
EXTERNAL IN: LEVEL, SIDE CHAIN, STEP
Mode: TR-REC, PATTERN SELECT, INST PLAY, INST REC, DRUM KIT SEL, DRUM INST SEL
Controllers: VOLUME knob
SCATTER knob
TEMPO knob
FINE knob
SHUFFLE knob
PADS: 16
MODE buttons: 6
CLEAR button
VARIATION buttons: A, B
SCALE button
LAST STEP button
START/STOP button
SCATTER ON button
SCATTER DEPTH button
TAP button
Power Switch (Rear)
Display: 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
Effects: REVERB, DELAY, SIDE CHAIN
Scatter: Types: 10
Nominal Input Level: -10 dBu
Input Impedance: 100 k ohms
Nominal Output Level: -10/+4 dBu (Selectable)
Output Impedance: MIX OUT, ASSIGNABLE OUT: 1 k ohm
PHONES: 130 ohms
Connectors: PHONES jack: 1/4-inch stereo phone type
MIX OUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
ASSIGNABLE OUT (A, B) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
EXTERNAL IN (L, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
USB port: USB type B (Audio, MIDI)
DC IN jack
USB: Audio, MIDI
Power Supply: AC adaptor
Current Draw: 1,000 mA
Accessories: Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor
Width: 400 mm 15-3/4 inches
Depth: 260 mm 10-1/4 inches
Height: 65 mm 2-9/16 inches
Weight: 1.9 kg 4 lbs. 4 oz.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
