ARTICLES, NEWS AND PRODUCT REVIEWS
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
Deep Purple’s Ian Paice On The “Genius” Of Roland V-Drums
Ian Paice remembers the bad old days of digital drums. A time when the latency of lesser kits killed the groove. An age when dodgy
Supercharge Your Drumming with a Hybrid Kit
There’s a mesh head revolution going on in the drumming world. Apartment living, the need for easy live sound reinforcement and project studio recording are
Demystifying the Magic of Tape Echo
As a music lover, you have no doubt heard the magic of Tape Echo. It has been an effect used by guitar icons such as
Which Audio Interface Is Right For You?
Choosing an audio interface that’s right for you can be hard work. Here’s a simple guide to finding the one that’s best for you! Contributed
Ableton Live Performance Made Easy With New AIRA MX-1 Mode
Ableton Live and the AIRA MX-1 Mix Performer both share one thing in common: PERFORMANCE. Learn how to control your Ableton Live Sets with the new
Linkin Park’s ‘Numb’ Tone Dissected
Let’s take a look at the gear used by guitarist Brad Delson (Linkin Park) and how we might replicated the tone for the track “Numb”
Jimi Hendrix’s ‘Foxy Lady’ Tone Dissected
Let’s take a look at Jimi Hendrix’s gear and how we can replicate the tone from Foxy Lady with the Boss ME-80!
BOSS Talk: Reverb for Guitarists
The BOSS Talk article looks deeper at the various types of traditional reverb of spring and hall, and the esoteric “shimmer” and modulate, to give your
AIRA Modular: What is Control Voltage?
Understanding control voltage is the key to mastering the modular synthesizer. Learn more about the language of control voltage in this article. Contributed by Christian
High School Girls’ Search for a Vocal Effector
What are Vocal Effectors? Do I need one? If so, which one would be suitable for me ? Join the two Japanese high school girls’
The Complete Guide to the Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
Since its release in 2003, the Roland SPD-SX sampling pad has become one of the most widely used electronic instruments for drummers. See the history
AIRA Modular: What is a Modular Synthesizer?
The world of modular synthesizers can be confusing and intimidating. Let’s find out what lies behind the wall of cables and why modular is back!
BOSS Talk: The Science of Bass Overdrive
Use the Science of Bass Overdrive to discover your dream bass overdrive tone! Analysing the aspects of your sound will make your bass tone take centre-stage
The History and Evolution of the Accordion
Globally, the Accordion forms an integral part of different genres of music from regions. In this article, Kerry Panara shares his knowledge in the history of
Split Enz Classic Tracks – Behind The Drums with Mal Green
It’s time to look back on some classic tracks with Malcolm Green, drummer for seminal pop group Split Enz.
Locrian Mode for Guitarists
Background Most people believe that the musical modes can be traced back to different tribes in ancient Greek society (The Ionians, The Dorians, The Phrygians,
Nick Wales Interview: Writing Music for “AM I” Dance Production
As part of the 2014 Melbourne Festival, Sydney’s Shaun Parker & Company presented Am I, an ambitious dance production featuring the music of Nick Wales.
The AIRA TB-3 Touch Bassline – The Ultimate Guide
The AIRA TB-3 is much more than a TB-303, it’s the next generation of bassline synthesizer. This ultimate guide has everything you need to know
