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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
Aerophone GO – A Student’s Perspective
Hello, I’m Caitlin and I’m a 15 year old saxophonist, pianist and clarinettist. I am in Year 10 at Conservatorium High School in Sydney, Australia.
The Comprehensive Drummer’s Guide To The Roland TD-17 V-Drums
Welcome to the drummer’s guide to the Roland TD-17 V-Drums! Use this TD-17 Comprehensive Drummer’s Guide as a goto resource of practical how-to’s. In the
Metal Zone – You’re Using It Wrong
It’s funny – everyone has an opinion on the trusty ol’ Metal Zone. And we think we know why – it’s because almost everyone has
How Roland and Karimoku Carved a New Piano
Synergy – Beautiful design meets audio excellence The KIYOLA designer piano was created by a unique collaboration of two companies from different industries. Roland, an
Roland DJ Series Update
The Roland DJ Controllers, DJ-202, DJ-505 and DJ-808 have received a powerful update with the version 1.10 firmware. It adds new ACB drum sounds to
Roland Announces Version 2.0 Update for the JUNO-DS Synthesizer Series
Multisample Support, JUNO-DS Tone Manager, and Other New Enhancements for the JUNO-DS61 and JUNO-DS88 Lightweight, mobile, and filled with high-quality sounds and hands-on controls, Roland’s
How To Use The BOSS NS-2 Noise Suppressor In Your Rig
Noise. Every musician, audio engineer or live sound mixer is familiar with it. That horrible, unwanted and mood-destroying hiss or screech that always seems to
The Beatles ‘Revolution’ Tone Dissected
The Beatles. What can be said that hasn’t already been written about (and over analysed) so many times before!? While we’re all familiar with the
The Police ‘Walking On The Moon’ Tone Dissected
The shimmering, spatial chords from the guitar of Andy Summers, ringing out over the top of Sting’s bass line, with the side-stick reggae feel of
Stevie Ray Vaughan ‘Pride And Joy’ Tone Dissected
The song Pride and Joy is another example of the legendary tone of the late, great Stevie Ray Vaughan. Recorded at the end of 1982
Van Halen ‘Eruption’ Tone Dissected
Eruption. One of the world’s greatest guitar solos. From the debut album by Van Halen in 1978. This solo came bursting onto the scene with
Jimi Hendrix ‘Voodoo Child (Slight Return)’ Tone Dissected
Voodoo Child (Slight Return) is the final track on the 3rd (and, unfortunately final) 1968 studio album, Electric Ladyland, by the legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix.
The 4 Cable Method (4CM) – What It Is and How To Use It Correctly
The 4 Cable Method (4CM), is a term usually heard in guitar-related conversations. It describes a way to connect your guitar to your effects pedals and
Welcome to the Comprehensive Drummer’s Guide for the TD-50 V-Drums Kit
This comprehensive TD-50 drummer’s guide covers all aspects of the Roland TD-50 kit. The TD-50 is one of the most powerful drum modules available today
Which Headphones Are Right For Me?
Headphones are one of the greatest technological creations of the 20th century. If you don’t think that’s true, take a look in any bus, train,
AIRA SYSTEM-8 Plugout Synthesizer – The Ultimate Guide
The AIRA SYSTEM-8 Plug Out Synthesizer has made serious polyphonic ‘waves’ in the keyboard world. In 1973, Roland released the SH-1000 synthesizer and started a
How To Make Your Drum Practice More Effective
Here are some top tips to make your drum practice more effective. Some drummers can’t get enough practice. For others, practice consists of a couple
Sounds Of The Roland Boutique SH-01A Synthesizer
The new Roland Boutique SH-01A Synthesizer is a faithful recreation of the classic Roland SH-101 from 1982, a synthesizer that helped shape the sound of
