It’s the TR-808 drum machine’s 40th anniversary this year, and Roland is marking 808 Day (8/08, of course) with a flood of goodies to celebrate the legendary instrument. To begin with, there’s a mini ...

The TR-808 drum machine help crafted many classics records, to celebrate the device’s 40th anniversary, Roland decided to bless beat junkies with some freebies. There is also a very insightful ...

Following on from the original Roland TR-808 which launched back in 1980, Roland has today announced the launch of a new Roland TR-808 to become part of its Boutique line, bringing back the look, ...

Every generation has an instrument which defines its sound, and for those whose formative musical years lie in the 1980s, a very strong contender to the crown is the Roland TR-808 percussion ...

Released in 1980, the Roland TR-808 was designed as an alternative to an acoustic drum kit for musicians to record with, but took on a new life in hip-hop, pop, R&B, techno, house and electro, as ...

Roland has given two of its most iconic electronic musical instruments, the TR-808 drum machine and SH-101 synthesizers, a 21st century reboot. The Roland TR-08 and Roland SH-01A promise the same ...

The company celebrated the TR-808’s 45th anniversary with global parties, limited-edition sneakers and a new animated series featuring Hip-Hop legends. Roland kicked off its 45th anniversary ...

Rhythm machine released in 1980 by Japanese instrument maker · Roland "TR-808, Commonly known as "Yaya'S unique tone is supported all over the world, and even now the evaluation as a "famous machine" ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Today, Roland announced it has brought back its iconic drum machine, the TR-808, for its Boutique ...