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The GW-8 workstation gets a new o/s upgrade, available to download now. Updates include

* Style composer to create your own Styles, as well as customize the preset Styles
* NTA (Note to Arranger) function to control the arranger from external MIDI
* Create multi-track rhythms for a complex drums/percussion ensemble
* Edit SMF files and save them as new songs

Download the GW-8 V2 Operating System now.
TD-4KX, the companion kit to the popular V-Drums TD-4K. This is Roland’s most affordable all mesh head V-Drums kit to date. The new full mesh head option makes the drum kit feel just like playing drums on an acoustic drum kit.
This update to the popular SP-404 audio sampler offers 44.1kHz/16-Bit sound quality, improved DSP effects, a more versatile pattern sequencer, and easier data management.

Check out the new sp-404 sx audio sampler now.
Combining the familiar sounds and nuances of a traditional accordion with the versatility of a modern digital musical instrument, the Roland V-Accordion FR-7X is enhanced with the latest V-Accordion features. It's also available as a button version - the V-Accordion FR-7XB
The new, easy-to-use Boss VE-20 has been designed from the ground up for singers and features some of the finest vocal effects technology on the market.

  • Specialised effects for vocalists, including Harmony, Double-Track, Dynamics, Reverb, Delay, and more

  • Create the total of 3 part harmonies and layers

  • Realtime pitch-correction tools (never be out of tune again!)

  • Special FX, including Distortion, Radio and Strobe

  • Phrase Looper with 38 seconds (mono) of recording time

  • Phantom power for condenser microphones

  • Runs on six AA-batteries or AC adaptor (PSA)



Find out more about the Boss VE-20 vocal performer
This portable audio player is designed for guitarists who play and practice the guitar at home.

Find out more about the Boss JS-8 e-band.
The Roland BA-330 is the all-in-one portable PA system for music venues, worship events, conferences, seminars, business meetings, and much more.

Check out the BA-330 portable PA system.
With a stunning new look, highly expressive sounds, and upgraded hardware throughout, the flagship Roland TD-20KX drum kit provides the best and most natural playing experience available from Roland’s storied V-Drums line.

Take a look at the new TD-20KX drum kit.
The first-ever London International Music Show kicks off this weekend, and promises to be a great day out for musicians from all walks of musical life. Taking place at Excel in London from June 12-15th 2008, this huge show is actually four shows in one: the packed main hall, as well as the mighty Drummer Live, London Guitar Show and the new Sound Recording and Technology (SRT) show.

LIMS will feature bundles of gear, loads of merchandise and a liberal sprinkling of celebrities plus seminars, clinics, demos, and Q&A sessions aimed at helping you get the most out of your music.

Roland and Boss will be at LIMS in fine style, and our presence at the show is spread over four areas.


Roland and Boss Stand (Stand F90)
With appearances from some of the industry's finest product demonstrators and clinicians, opportunities to try the most exciting gear around and the chance to win some great prizes, make sure you drop by and get stuck in.


Global Product Launch
We're launching an array of brand-new instruments at the show including several new drum and synth products; this gear is exclusive to LIMS and means that you'll get first look at some seriously cool new products. You can also catch up with the gear launched earlier this year at NAMM and Frankfurt, including the award-winning V-Drums TD-9KX, Fantom-G workstations and the flagship Boss GT-10 MFX.


Education Day - Friday June 13th (Stand M18)
We'll be running a special HandSonic drum circle on education day, where you'll be able to take part in an ensemble performance on one of eight Handsonic hand percussion units.


Drummer Live (Stand N9)
Over in the Drummer Live hall, we'll be showcasing the new V-Drums TD-9KX for the duration of the show (12th - 15th) along with some other surprises. You'll also be able to book yourself in for a quick drum lesson in our V-Drums workshops - the sessions fill up fast, so get there early and put your name on the list.


Mike Dolbear.com Seminar Room / Vision Stage
Geoff Dugmore will be hosting an exclusive V-Drums session in the Mike Dolbear masterclass room on the Saturday and Sunday at Drummer Live. Geoff will explain how he uses V-Drums in his session work as well as showing why he's one of the most in-demand drummers around. Demand for these sessions is high, so get there early. Geoff will appear from 11am-12pm on the Saturday and 12pm-1pm on the Sunday.


Get your tickets here and we'll see you there

The Cube Street is the perfect amp for giggers, buskers or musicians on the go. Call into your nearest Roland stockist and you could win one of these punchy, practical amps. Our Cube Street display includes the names of 10 well-known songs: just name the tracks by looking for the clues on the stand, go to the website and enter the competition. The winner walks away with a brand-new Cube Street.

Here's a clue to get you started: Tina Turner sung this particular song in a somewhat steamy manner.

Enter the competition here