The Roland TR-08 stands as the official heir to the TR-808, the most influential drum machine in electronic, hip-hop, and pop music. Recreated in the Roland Boutique series, it retains the aesthetics, ergonomics, and philosophy of the original while adding modern conveniences: USB audio, expanded memory, and stage reliability. An authentic and contemporary way to access the 808 sound.
Ideal for beatmakers, producers, and performers, the TR-08 shines both in the studio and on stage. It excels in hip-hop, trap, electro, house, techno, synthwave, pop, and soundtrack music, thanks to its deep kicks, crisp snares, and finely detailed hats. Its programming simplicity and portability make it a relevant tool for inspired beginners to demanding professionals.
Based on an accurate modeling of the 808 circuit, the TR-08 reproduces all the iconic instruments with dedicated controls (tone, tune, decay, level...) and a compressor/drive to shape impact. Its 16-step sequencer, enhanced with sub-steps, manages intros, fill-ins, and variations, allowing mode switching without interrupting playback. The LED display facilitates stage navigation. On the connectivity side, USB handles multichannel audio (10 separate outputs) and MIDI, while the assignable Trigger output synchronizes your external modules and synths. The included DK-01 dock offers multiple viewing angles, and the sturdy metal chassis, power via 4 AA batteries or USB, and the mini speaker ensure true mobility.