The sequencer on the 808, a row of 16 color-coded buttons, offered artists a way to store beats they programmed. Courtesy of Roland Even if you don't know the Roland TR-808 drum machine by name, ...

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, ...

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 ...

The Roland TR-808 drum machine was one of the most influential electronic instruments of all time, and now it's got a worthy successor in the shape of the TR-1000. The Roland TR-1000 is the first ...

The Roland TR-808 drum machine might be the most influential musical invention of the last 40 years. Its clicky, hypnotic percussion can be heard on everything from Marvin Gaye’s “Sexual Healing” to ...

The TR-8 Rhythm Performer is a standalone drum machine in the classic TR-808/909 mould, and although it's currently limited to models of 808 and 909 sounds (there are no samples onboard), there's a ...

Early last year, Uli Behringer revealed plans for a new line of affordable analogue synths from the company he owns with a new range of affordable Eurorack modules announced last month coming good on ...

German music hardware manufacturer Behringer has shared a new video revealing it's clone of the Roland TR-808 in action, offering the first look at its reimagining of the iconic gear. Aptly dubbed the ...

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 ...