Roland

Roland is best known for its legendary keyboards, but it also has a rich history in digital effects processors. Starting with early tape delays like the RE-201 in the 1970s, Roland’s innovation continued into the digital era with the SDE-2000 digital delay and the iconic SDD-320 Dimension D Chorus in 1981. Over the years, they introduced standout products such as the SRV-2000 reverb, famous for its characterful sound and use by Slash on “Sweet Child of Mine.” Roland’s attempt at high-end studio reverb with the R880 met limited success, leading them to focus on more affordable processors. The SRV-330 dimensional reverb and SDE-330 space delay are highly regarded, while the rare SDX-330 dimensional expander is famed for its superior chorus effects. Their final unit, the SRV-3030, was less successful and often confused with the well-regarded SRV-330, but they remain distinct products in Roland’s diverse effects legacy.

Made In Japan

Released in 1993 /

Roland SDE-330 Dimensional Space Delay

The Roland SDE-330 digital delay was released at the same time as the SRV-330 and offers just as spectacular performance as it’s sibling. Roland had by now made a number of digital delays, and the SDE-330 showed they had nailed the concept.

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Made In Japan

Released in 1994 /

Roland SDX-330 Dimensional Expander

Roland made chorusing their thing and cemented their place in history with the Dimension D, but by all accounts, it is the SDX-330 that is the best chorus processor. The sad thing is, by the time it was released in 1994, chorusing had pretty much run its course in recording and the sales of this processor must have been very low as they rarely ever come up for sale.

Made In Japan

Released in 1995 /

Roland GP-100 Guitar Preamp/Processor

The Roland GP-100’s development took a deep dive into rock’s rich history and iconic sounds, aiming to faithfully recreate the legendary guitar amps that have shaped the genre. By comparing everything from modern, acclaimed models to vintage classics, it meticulously analysed the elements that define ‘that sound’ cherished by fans – from components and circuits to tonal qualities and overall listening experience.

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Made In Japan

Released in 1999 /

Roland VSR-880 Digital Studio Recorder

The Roland VSR-880 is an 8-track rackmount hard disk recorder with 24-bit sound quality, 128 Virtual Tracks, and all the powerful editing and optional effects V-Studios are known for.

Made In Japan

Released in 1999 /

Roland SRV-3030 24bit Digital Reverb

With all that Roland had learned from making superb effects processors like the SRV-330 and R-880, the SRV-3030 should have been so much better than it was.

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Made In Japan

Released in 2000 /

Roland VP-9000 Variphrase Processor

The Roland VP-9000 VariPhrase Processor is an innovative audio processor that allows real-time manipulation of a sampled phrase’s pitch, time, and formant via MIDI while preserving exceptional sound quality. It enables instant loop matching to a common key and tempo, creates natural-sounding vocal harmonies, allows real-time note bending without altering phrase length, and offers a range of creative possibilities.

Made In Japan

Released in 2003 /

Roland M-1000 10-Channel Digital Line Mixer

The Roland M-1000 was a compact 1U digital line mixer designed to combine multiple S/PDIF, analogue and USB audio sources with 24-bit/96kHz operation, 56-bit internal processing, Word Clock synchronisation and expandable cascading for larger digital studio setups.

Made In Japan

Released in 2011 /

Roland R-1000 48-Track Recorder/Player

The Roland R-1000 is an intuitive stand alone, dedicated recorder/player designed to work with the V-Mixing System in any live event or production. You can also connect and use the R-1000 with any digital console that has MADI output capabilities by using the Roland S-MADI REAC MADI Bridge.

Made In Japan

Released in 2012 /

Roland INTEGRA-7 SuperNATURAL Sound Module

The Roland INTEGRA-7 SuperNATURAL Sound Module is a 16-part, 128-voice flagship sound module containing more than 6,000 sounds. It combines SuperNATURAL Acoustic, Synth and Drum technologies with PCM synthesis, the complete collection of 12 Roland SRX expansion libraries and sounds from the Roland XV-5080.

Made In Malaysia

Released in 2017 /

Roland TR-08 Rhythm Composer

The Roland TR-08 faithfully recreates the legendary TR-808 with ACB technology, retaining its classic sound and interface while adding modern features, portability, and affordability.

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Made In Malaysia

Released in 2018 /

Roland TR-8S Rhythm Performer

The Roland TR-8S Rhythm Performer combines faithful ACB models of classic TR and CR drum machines with FM synthesis, sample import, advanced sequencing, and performance features, making it one of the most complete drum machines of its era.

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Made In Malaysia

Released in 2025 /

Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator

Roland’s TR-1000 Rhythm Creator unites analogue circuits, digital modelling, and advanced sampling in a future-proof drum machine with deep sequencing, extensive connectivity, and performance-focused features.

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