In 1985 Roland released the now-famous TR-707 and TR-727 Rhythm Composers. Taking their rightful places next to other classic Roland rhythm machines, this dynamic duo of drums and percussion has appeared on hit tracks in a long list of genres, including synth pop, acid house, industrial, electro, indie, alternative, and more.  Thanks to our Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology, you can now have the authentic sound and experience of these influential drum machines right inside your DAW—with modern upgrades that take them into all-new territory. 

- Analog Circuit Behavior technology captures every detail of the original hardware 
- Uses the original TR-707 and TR-727 sample ROMs 
- Includes all sounds and patterns from the original units 
- New patterns and kits for modern styles 
- Get modern sounds with tuning, decay, gain, sample rate adjustment, and more 
- Powerful sequencer with flams, sub-steps, last-step, and per-instrument shuffle 
- Drag and drop audio or MIDI patterns directly to DAW tracks or cells 
- Original and aged skins along with LCD-style sequencer windows 
- Multiple outputs for flexible effects processing with plugins like ZENOLOGY FX 
- VST3, AU, and AAX support for popular DAWs 
- Native support for Apple silicon

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The TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer is a detailed replica of the legendary TR-808—one of the most revered and sought-after electronic musical instruments of all time. Our plug-in recreation delivers all the boom, snap, and sizzle of the original hardware, plus modern enhancements for more sound design choices and faster beatmaking.

· Authentic recreation of the TR-808 Rhythm Composer using ACB technology
· Detailed interface gives the feel of working with the vintage hardware
· Individual instrument gain lets you overdrive the internal circuitry for different flavors and styles
· Classic TR-REC sequencer expanded with individual drum instrument lanes and additional articulations
· Adjustable flams, sub steps, and soft hits create detailed fills and ratcheted sequences
· Per-instrument last step and shuffle settings for intricate timing and complex meters
· Eight variations per pattern for interesting sequences and easy arranging
· Drag and drop audio or MIDI patterns directly from the plug-in to your DAW
· VST3, AU, and AAX compatibility and native support for Apple silicon
· Included with Roland Cloud Pro (via Pro Selector) and Ultimate memberships
· Also available as a Lifetime Key purchase

The TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer is available with Roland Cloud Pro (via Pro Selector) and Ultimate memberships or a Lifetime Key purchase. Roland Cloud is also home to software versions of other vintage Roland instruments plus ZENOLOGY, ZENOLOGY FX, Zenbeats, and other inspiring music tools to back your creative journeys.

Try the TR-808 Software Rhythm Composer for free with a Roland Cloud 30-day trial membership.

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For nearly 50 years, Roland’s innovative electronic musical instruments and multimedia products have fueled inspiration in artists and creators around the world. Embraced by hobbyists and professionals alike, the company’s trendsetting gear spans multiple categories, from pianos, synthesizers, guitar products, and electronic percussion to DJ controllers, audio/video solutions, livestreaming products, and more. As technology evolves, Roland continues to lead the way for gigging musicians, producers, and beatmakers, providing modern software-based solutions and seamless creative workflows between hardware products, computers, and mobile devices. For more information, visit Roland.com or see your local Roland dealer.

TR-707 & TR-727 Software Rhythm Composers Song & Sound Demo - Acid House

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