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Welcome to the Roland Indonesia Blog.
We have a great collection of articles for beginners and experts alike. You will find a wide range of topics including:
- Learning to play an instrument
- Detailed video tutorials on how to get the most from Roland gear
- The latest news on products updates
- Articles featuring renowned musicians discussing their musical journeys
We hope that you enjoy your time here and that you find everything you are looking for.
Parent’s Guide for Kids Learning Piano
Every parent wants the best for their child and it’s challenging to find positive activities that they will enjoy. As a kid, learning piano at a young age was one of the best things that I did in my life.
Which Battery Powered Amp Should I Choose?
Whether it’s for practice, performance or grab and go, battery powered amps can make your life easier and
Creating Synth Sounds for Dance Styles
In this article, we’ll show you how to create some classic sounds in the style of popular dance genres using the Roland System-8. While some
SBTRKT Talks Gear
SBTRKT (AKA Aaron Jerome) is undoubtedly one of the hottest producers around. DJ, remixer and studio alchemist, SBTRKT won hearts and minds with his eponymous
Percussion Without Pain – How To Expand Your Percussion Setup
As a percussionist, the range of instruments that you are expected to carry and know how to play is immense. Luckily, the Roland SPD::ONE PERCUSSION
Should My Child Practice Piano Everyday?
In this article, we speak with Yumi Sasada on the practicalities of home practicing and parent involvement. What are the advantages of regular practice and
What Age Can A Child Start Piano Lessons?
Recently, we asked Yumi Sasada the question, ‘ What age can a child start piano lessons? ‘. As an experienced trainer of piano teachers and the owner
How to Make Bass Effects Work for You
Why Do I Need Bass Effects For My Bass Playing? If you’re playing bass guitar in a band or musical project of any kind, one
How To Go From The Bedroom To The Club – Getting Your First DJ Gigs
So, you’ve been DJing for a while now. Fantastic! You’ve also gotten to know your way around the decks. Great stuff! What you are probably
AXIAL – Get New Sounds For Your Roland Synth
Axial is the official Roland website that offers FREE professionally designed patches for your Roland synth. With an abundance of sounds and options available to
5 Reasons To Add The DM-2W To Your Pedalboard
Upgrade Your Tone with a Waza Craft Analog Delay For a long time, savvy guitar players have known about the special magic that the vintage BOSS DM-2
How to Get Started in Modular Synthesis
There is no doubt that the popularity of modular synthesis is rising. You don’t have to look far to see the enormous interest in these
How 3 BOSS Pedals Changed The World – Part 2
As we discovered in our previous article, effects pedals prior to 1977 were quite clunky. Big and cumbersome, effects pedals were barely on the average
Should I Learn on an Electronic or Acoustic Drum Kit?
It’s the big day. You’re down at the Drum Palace, a wad of crisp bills burning a hole in your wallet, ready to blow the
Massive Attack In The Studio With Roland AIRA
Bristol-based legends Massive Attack, discuss recreating the classics, the power of the 808 and why you should make music with your ears not your eyes
How 3 BOSS Pedals Changed The World – Part 1
If you’re a guitar player, there’s an extremely good chance that you’ll have used, are currently using, or plan to use, BOSS Compact Pedals at
What Is A Vocoder?
History The vocoder was developed in 1928 by Bell Labs, and first demonstrated in 1939 at the New York World’s Fair. Its intended use was
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Roland Boutique With MIDI Mapping
The Roland Boutiques have had rave reviews ever since their release. These versatile and exquisite sounding modules allow access to rare and classic Roland instruments
BOSS Tuners: A Lesson in Fine-Tuning
If you’re a musician and have been around for a while, chances are you’ve seen or owned a BOSS Tuner. Maybe you’ve come across one of
A Beginner’s Guide to Subtractive Synthesis
Creating your own synthesizer patch is the first step towards creating your own signature sound. Patches that you’ve created will help your tracks to stand
