Roland R-8
| Roland R-8 | |
|---|---|
Roland R-8 Human Rhythm Composer | |
| Manufacturer | Roland |
| Dates | 1989 - 1996 |
| Price | UK£665 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Polyphony | 32 voices |
| Synthesis type | ROM |
| Storage memory | 32 Preset Patterns, 100 User – Patterns, Maximum number of bars : 99, Memorized Data : Velocity / Pitch / Decay / Nuance / Pan / Micro Timing |
| Input/output | |
| External control | Start / Stop Jack, Value Jack, Tape Sync In Jack, Tape Sync Out Jack |
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The R-8 Human Rhythm Composer is an electronic drum machine introduced in 1989 by Roland Corporation, using PCM voices. The R-8 features velocity- and pressure-sensitive trigger pads, and the ability to create loops of beats. The device has eight individual outputs, 32-voice polyphony, and four-part multitimbral MIDI.