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Roland TR-08 Boutique Rythm Composer

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Manufacturer's ID: TR-08

What we say:

At A Glance:

The TR-08 from Roland is one of our favourite releases from recent years. It models the sounds of the legendary TR-808 drum machine down to the fine print, and provides a level of hands-on control that a sample pack can’t provide. Not to mention that the TR-08 is extremely portable, and can record Audio and MIDI over a single USB connection. This makes it a perfect addition to the studio or live setup of anyone looking for those iconic sounds.

Features We Love:

Iconic TR-808 Sounds

The TR-808 needs no introduction. It is without a doubt the most famous drum machine to ever exist, and it’s importance to music cannot be understated. It’s prominence in so many genres have made it’s iconic sounds a staple in today’s world. You’ll hear 808s all over songs from just about any radio station you turn on. The TR-08 uses Roland’s patented Analog Circuit Behaviour (ACB) modelling technology to replicate the circuitry and sound of this legendary machine, bringing it into the modern age.

Ultra-Compact and Portable

The TR-08 is extremely compact and portable, weighing only 1.3kg and small enough to fit in any backpack. It can be powered by either AA batteries or USB bus power, and features a built in speaker, which means you can take those sounds anywhere you like.

Hands-on Control

808 sample packs are a dime-a-dozen, but there is a major thing missing from these. The 808 is an instrument, and it’s supposed to be played! The TR-08 recreates the behaviour of the original unit down to the fine details, meanwhile providing full hands-on control. The sequencer on the TR-08 is powerful, and you have the ability to tweak and shape sounds exactly how you like.

Highlights:

  • Iconic TR-808 Sounds
  • Great step sequencer
  • Retains workflow and interface of the original
  • Audio/MIDI over USB
  • Ultra-compact and portable
  • Sturdy construction

What's Included:

  • TR-08 Boutique Rhythm Composer
  • Boutique Dock: DK-01 (Black)
  • Owner's Manual
  • DK-01 Owner's Manual
  • Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
  • Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

Specification

User Memory Pattern, Intro/Fill-In: 16 Bank (12x16 Pattern, 4x16 Intro/Fill-In)
Steps 16 steps with 16 sub steps
Instruments BD: BASS DRUM
  SD: SNARE DRUM
  LC: LOW CONGA, LT: LOW TOM
  MC: MID CONGA, MT: MID TOM
  HC: HI CONGA, HT: HI TOM
  CL: CLAVES, RS: RIM SHOT
  MA: MARACAS, CP: HAND CLAP
  CB: COW BELL
  CY: CYMBAL
  OH: OPEN HI HAT
  CH: CLOSED HI HAT
Controllers VOLUME knob
  START/STOP button
  TEMPO knob
  BANK/TEMPO/SHUFFLE button
  FINE/VALUE knob
  mode selector knob (PATTERN CLEAR, PATTERN WRITE 1st PART/2nd PART, MANUAL PLAY, RHYTHM TRACK PLAY, COMPOSE)
  INSTRUMENT/TRACK selector knob
  CLEAR button
  BASIC VARIATION selector switch and indicator
  AUTO FILL IN selector knob
  TRIGGER OUT track select button
  ACCENT LEVEL knob
  Instrument LEVEL knob (all instruments)
  TONE control knob (BD, SD, CY)
  DECAY control knob (BD, CY, OH)
  SNAPPY control knob (SD)
  TUNING control knob (LC/LT, MC/MT, HC/HT)
  Voice selector switch (LC/LT, MC/MT, HC/HT, CL/RS, MA/CP)
  PRE-SCALE selector switch
  STEP button (1-16) and indicator
  I/F VARIATION switch
  TAP button
  MENU/SUB STEP button
  1st PART/2nd PART indicator
  Power switch
Effects Compressor
Indicators 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
Connectors TRIGGER OUT jack: mono miniature phone type
  PHONES jack: stereo miniature phone type
  OUTPUT jack: stereo miniature phone type
  MIX IN jack: stereo miniature phone type
  MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
  USB port: Micro-B type (Audio, MIDI)
Power Supply Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) x 4
  Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
  USB bus power
Width 308 mm / 12-1/8 inches
Depth 130 mm / 5-1/8 inches
Height 51 mm / 2-1/16 inches
Weight (including batteries and Boutique Dock) 1.3 kg 2 lbs 14 oz

Firmware Update Ver.1.07 introduces the following features

  • USB and MIDI have been added as MIDI clock sources.
  • A function enabling switching soft thru on and off has been added.
  • Serato DJ Pro Ver.2.1.1 or later is now supported. Synchronized playback with compositions on Serato DJ Pro is possible. ( FEB 2019 )
  • Functionality Improvement
    • Behavior when using the following settings in the MANUAL PLAY mode was corrected.
      • BASIC-VARIATION : AB
      • AUTO FILL IN : MANUAL

Customer reviews

Overall Rating 5/5 (3 reviews)

It feels great to own a new version of this legendary and iconic drum machine. The experience of being able to physically program the beats is so much better than using a soft synth version on the computer. Just like it was done 40 years ago when it was being used to make hit records in the 80's.

Ian M. - 8/12/2023

Easy to use with a great sound. When you live in a semi detached house it?s kinda hard to use a drum kit. So this drum machine is a life saver when you are recording your own music

Kevin J. - 30/1/2019

Great little machine, very impressed

Mike S. - 1/11/2017

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