Roland first stunned the world with the TR-808 back in 1980, and now the TR-1000 picks up that torch as their most advanced drum machine yet, blending those iconic analog vibes with cutting-edge digital firepower for rhythms that hit harder than ever.
At its core, it packs 16 analog circuits recreating TR-808 and TR-909 voices with extra parameters and headroom, plus ACB modeling for 50+ circuit-bent tones, FM and VA synth engines, over 2,000 PCM samples, and a modern sampler handling stereo recording, time stretch, slicing, and 46GB user storage—all at 48kHz/16-bit. The next-gen TR-REC sequencer shines with 16 steps per variation, 8 variations per pattern, off-grid timing, probability, motion recording, per-track lengths, and real-time performance via faders, encoders, a morph slider, and snapshots. Hands-on control comes through 16 step keys, dedicated knobs for filters, amps, compressors, LFOs, and effects like state-variable analog filters, drive, reverb, delay, plus master FX; four layer tracks let you stack dual sound generators with sidechaining and routing. Connectivity is pro-level with stereo main outs, 10 individual jacks (audio or triggers), analog FX outs, dual inputs, CV/trig, MIDI I/O, DIN sync, and USB-C, all in a sturdy standalone box with built-in speaker.
Early hands-on buzz from producers highlights its organic groove-making and live morphing magic, though some note the learning curve for its deep layering—perfect if you're chasing pro beats without compromises.
