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"The TR-808's bass drum is undoubtedly the most recognisable electronic kick sound of all time": How to get the perfect 808s

Today is August 8, and you know what that means: it's the music tech world's annual excuse to sing the praises of history's most iconic drum machine. This year, the legendary Roland TR-808 turns 45, ...
CNET

The Massdrop X Fostex TR-X00 headphone scores big on luxury looks, feel and sound

Ex-movie theater projectionist Steve Guttenberg has also worked as a high-end audio salesman, and as a record producer. Steve reviewed audio products for CNET and worked as a freelance writer for ...
MusicRadar

With the TR-1000 Roland has finally given analogue purists what they want – so can we move on from 808 and 909 clones now?

This week, Roland unveiled the TR-1000, its first drum machine in over 40 years to include genuine analogue sound generation. Although much about this new instrument is thoroughly modern and designed ...
Shacknews

Astro.ID A40 TR headset review: Sweet sound in your style

Astro Gaming’s A40 headsets have become a pretty common sight in gaming audio headwear. Whether alone or with the added benefit of the MixAmp Pro, they offer a durable, comfortable, and solid audio ...
Forbes

Roland Taps Out A New Rhythm With Its TR-1000 Drum Machine With Analog And Digital Samples

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Who doesn’t love a bit of “air drumming” when their ...