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10/26/2009 - Underworld

With a career that spans more than 20 years, Underworld are bona fide dance music icons.

10/23/2009 - AX-Synth, new patches available to download

AX-Synth owners: check our exclusive collection of sounds that’ll take your AX to the next level.

10/6/2009 - Main Event 3

The Main Event 3 was held on Sunday 27th September in Birmingham and was the first UK V-Drums event for over five years.

10/16/2009 - RD-300SX/GX and RD-700SX/GX 64 bit Vista drivers posted

Drivers for Microsoft's Vista 64-bit operating system have now been posted for the RD-300SX/GX and RD-700SX/GX.

9/4/2009 - GW-8 V2.00 operating system now available

The GW-8 workstation gets a new o/s upgrade, available to download now. Updates include
  • Style composer to create your own Styles, as well as customize the preset Styles
  • NTA (Note to Arranger) function to control the arranger from external MIDI
  • Create multi-track rhythms for a complex drums/percussion ensemble
  • Edit SMF files and save them as new songs

8/31/2009 - Roland unveils TD-20KX V-Pro Series V-Drums Kit

With a stunning new look, highly expressive sounds, and upgraded hardware throughout, the flagship Roland TD-20KX drum kit provides the best and most natural playing experience available from Roland’s storied V-Drums line.

9/1/2009 - Roland unveils TD-4KX V-Drums Kit

TD-4KX, the companion kit to the popular V-Drums TD-4K. This is Roland’s most affordable all mesh head V-Drums kit to date. The new full mesh head option makes the drum kit feel just like playing drums on an acoustic drum kit.

8/31/2009 - Roland introduces SP-404SX linear wave audio sampler

This update to the popular SP-404 audio sampler offers 44.1kHz/16-Bit sound quality, improved DSP effects, a more versatile pattern sequencer, and easier data management.

8/31/2009 - Roland announces FR-7X/XB V-Accordions

Combining the familiar sounds and nuances of a traditional accordion with the versatility of a modern digital musical instrument, the Roland V-Accordion FR-7X is enhanced with the latest V-Accordion features.

8/31/2009 - Boss announces VE-20 Vocal Performer

The new, easy-to-use Boss VE-20 has been designed from the ground up for singers and features some of the finest vocal effects technology on the market.

8/31/2009 - Boss unveils JS-8 eband play along audio player to help guitar practise

This portable audio player is designed for guitarists who play and practice the guitar at home.

8/31/2009 - Roland reveals BA-330 Battery Operated Portable PA System

The Roland BA-330 is the all-in-one portable PA system for music venues, worship events, conferences, seminars, business meetings, and much more.

8/24/2009 - Guitar tone similar to popular U2 track "Get on your boots".

Here is how to achieve the guitar tone similar to the popular U2 track Get on your boots.

8/20/2009 - V-Drums Experience Microsite

Discover why a Roland V-Drum kit should be your only choice when it comes to choosing electronic percussion.

8/17/2009 - Cube Street Amp debuts on the 4th plinth at Trafalgar Square

Find out about Amanda Blakeley's experience on Trafalgar Square's 4th plinth with the Roland Cube Street Amp.

7/31/2009 - Cube in the Tube

Roland Cube Amps power London's Busking Underground Sessions

7/28/2009 - Phil Knight Record Breaker

Phil Knight Breaks World Record for longest Drum Marathon (on a V-Drums TD-20K)

7/24/2009 - Moby and the Roland V-Piano

Moby chooses Roland V-Piano. A whale of a time had by all...

7/22/2009 - Groundbreaking Youth Music Box opens in Southbank Centre

A unique interactive music experience has opened in London featuring instruments and professional video and audio technology from across the Roland group of companies, the first time that Roland’s consumer and professional subsidiaries have collaborated on a UK project.

8/10/2009 - Juno-Di review in MusicTech magazine

Hollin Jones asks if Roland has the solution.

7/21/2009 - LIMS competition winner announced

Matt Lewis of Middlesex has won a Micro BR in our recent competition at the London International Music Show.

7/20/2009 - Take That with the Roland V-Piano

We wanted to get the shiny new V-Piano in front of Gary Barlow: singer, song writer, and architect of the biggest comeback since Halley’s Comet.

7/8/2009 - Fantom-G V1.3 Operating System announced

The award-winning Fantom range of sampling workstations gets a powerful new o/s upgrade, and is available now.   Updates include four new pianos, loads of new arpeggio, rhythm and RPS patterns and a host of real-time performance improvements. Download the upgrade here.

7/8/2009 - AX-Synth arrives in July

The keytar makes a long-overdue comeback as the AX-Synth arrives in the UK. This iconic keyboard liberates musicians from the keyboard stand and allows them to strut centre stage - backed up by some of Roland's finest synth sounds. Read the review by MusicRadar.com here

7/8/2009 - New Juno-Di arrives in July

Fresh from its launch at LIMS, the new JUNO-Di synth arrives in the UK this month. Crammed with Roland's freshest sounds, and able to play back audio data and Standard MIDI Files (SMF), this lightweight synth can also run on batteries, so you can take your music wherever you want - literally. Watch the LIMS demo by Sonicstate.com here

7/8/2009 - Frank Gambale VG-99 Video Interview

The legendary Frank Gambale, master of sweep picking and all-round guitar virtuoso, explains how he uses the VG-99 V-Guitar system in his playing.

7/6/2009 - Dub FX Loopstation Showcase at LIMS

Dub FX uses a Boss RC-50 Loopstation and GT-10B Bass multi FX to create some of the most compelling performances you've ever seen - all in real time, and just with his voice. Check out his demo now and if you like what you hear, go to www.dubfx.net and check out his new album, "Everythink's a ripple" - produced with the help of Boss gear. 

Watch DUB FX demo the Boss RC-50 and GT-10B here.

7/6/2009 - Nexo Resampler 1.01

Hard or soft - it's your choice: 
This cool little application from Nexo converts VSTs to Fantom format patches so you can resample sounds from your favourite VSTi soft-synths and take them out live, triggering them within the rock-solid Fantom production environment.

7/1/2009 - There's still time to check out the V-Piano

Check out the ground-breaking V-Piano for yourself during July, as part of the UK launch tour. Taking in cities all over the country, this is your chance to find out what all the fuss is about and experience the V-Piano difference.

6/29/2009 - Tommy Igoe, V-Drums and the Lion King

Tommy Igoe has played with artists as diverse as Art Garfunkel and Lauren Hill, holds the Lion King drum chair, and appears in the best-selling "Groove Essentials" DVD. This video interview explains how Tommy uses V-Drums to help him stay on top of the New York drumming scene, without being visited by the NYNP (New York Noise Police). Watch the Youtube videos here.

6/5/2009 - V-Drums rock The Gadget Show

In among the laptops, Hummer cars and Red Arrow jets, Roland V-Drums drew huge crowds during the three-day Gadget Show Live last month. Craig Blundell mashed up the genres with a blistering set of jump-up drum and bass - all played live on the TD-9KX.

6/5/2009 - AX-Synth reviewed on Musicradar.com

"The AX-Synth is great fun to use, it looks fantastic and the onboard sounds are a welcome addition. We want one!"

5/29/2009 - V-Piano in MusicTech

Hollin Jones gets the lowdown on the V-Piano...

5/19/2009 - Boss OC-3 review in Performing Musician magazine

Roger Cooper from Performing Musician reviews the Boss OC-3 guitar effects pedal

5/18/2009 - Roland announces the C-230 Classic Keyboard

The new C-230 is an elegant addition to any home, church, or music venue and contains a treasure trove of classical organs and instruments in a compact cabinet.

5/18/2009 - Roland announces Atelier Digital Organs AT-500, AT-300, AT-100, AT-75

These MUSIC ATELIER organs inherit the rich sound and elegant design of a classic organ, combined with the most expressive and advanced home-organ features.

4/1/2009 - Roland announces the F-110 compact piano

The newest member of Roland’s compact digital-piano lineup is the eye-catching F-110, available in either a classy satin black or cool satin white finish.

4/1/2009 - Roland announces the DP-990PE Lifestyle Piano

This new sophisticated addition to the Roland lineup offers amazing sounds and touch, in a functional style. Now available in polished ebony finish

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the ARX-03 Expansion Board

This new Expansion Board joins the ARX-01 “Drums” and ARX-02 “Electric Piano” boards.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the AX Synth Shoulder Keyboard

Roland Corporation is proud to announce the return of the shoulder keyboard with the AX-Synth, the first of the legendary AX-Series to offer an onboard sound engine, featuring a collection of the best of Roland’s cutting-edge synth sounds.

1/15/2009 - Boss announces the ME-70 guitar multiple effects

Boss is pleased to announce the new ME-70 guitar multiple effects processor. Building on the popular ME-50, the ME-70 is a floor-based processor that offers the compact design and simplicity of a stompbox.

1/15/2009 - Boss announces new tuner line-up

Boss tuners are renowned the world over for their quality and reliability.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the CUBE-80X guitar amplifer

Roland is proud to introduce the most powerful guitar amplifier in the CUBE-Series lineup: the new CUBE-80X.

1/15/2009 - Roland presents drum tutorial software for HD-1 V-Drums Lite

The DT-HD1 teaches introductory drum patterns and techniques in ways that are fun and easy for any entry-level drummer.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the FR-1 Digital Accordion

Roland is pleased to announce the new FR-1 digital accordion, the latest addition to the revolutionary V-Accordion line.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the KC-880 Stereo Keyboard Amplifier

Roland is proud to announce the new flagship for the renowned KC-Series—the KC-880 stereo keyboard amplifier.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the LX-10 Digital Upright Grand Piano

Roland is proud to introduce the new LX-10 digital piano.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the Prelude - the next generation portable keyboard

Roland is proud to introduce the Prelude home entertainment keyboard, featuring a fresh, contemporary sound set, an onboard 16-track sequencer, and a broad range of musical styles.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the RK-300 Recreational Keyboard

Roland Corporation is proud to introduce the newest member of its VIMA recreational keyboard line, the RK-300.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the TD-4K V-Drums Kit

Roland is proud to introduce the TD-4K electronic drum kit: the latest addition to the industry-leading V-Drums range.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the VSynthGT V2

Version 2.0 adds further enhancements to the V-Synth GT that include new effects and patches.

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the V-Piano

Equipped with groundbreaking sound engine technology for the most accurate authentic piano sounds ever constructed, plus unprecedented piano sound design capability, the V-Piano is poised to carve its own niche in digital piano history

1/15/2009 - Roland announces the VP-770 Vocal & Ensemble keyboard

Roland is pleased to present the VP-770 Vocal & Ensemble Keyboard, featuring newly-developed Vocal Designer effects and high-quality ensemble sounds powered by Roland’s exclusive SuperNATURAL™ technology.

1/15/2009 - 2009: An Exciting Year at Roland

At the Winter NAMM show in Anaheim, California, Roland’s announced a staggering batch of new instruments and equipment. We’ve got everybody covered. To start with, there’s the groundbreaking V-Piano. How about a return to the front of the stage for the keyboardist with the shoulder-strapped AX-Synth? There’s a hot new TD-4 module for drummers, new amps, new effect pedals for guitarists and bassists, a fresh home keyboard lineup, V-Accordions, new ARX sounds, and tons of handy new accessories, and more. Roland’s firing on all cylinders, even in these tough times. And we know you’re not surprised.

9/22/2009 - V-Piano in Classical Music

I’ve got algorithm - Classical Music reviews the V-Piano.

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