Aira Compact puts Roland’s legendary creative magic in the palm of your hand. Jam, perform, and develop ideas anywhere with genre-defining sounds. Chain Aira Compact instruments together to extend your palette—or connect with MIDI gear, computers, and music apps to expand your existing rig. Fun, affordable, and easy to learn, Aira Compact brings serious musical power to creators on the move.
The Roland T-8 Beat Machine is a compact rhythm factory that combines legendary Roland TR drum sounds with the iconic TB-303 bass. This portable device allows you to create dynamic tracks on the go with its intuitive 16-step sequencer and hands-on controls. The T-8 features six drum tracks and one bass track, all powered by Roland's Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology for authentic sound reproduction. With built-in effects like delay, reverb, overdrive, and sidechain compression, you can add depth and character to your beats. The T-8 is equipped with comprehensive connectivity options, including USB-C and MIDI, making it a versatile addition to any electronic music setup.
Features
- Ultra-portable rhythm and bass machine with genuine Roland sounds.
- Six rhythm tracks featuring sounds from the TR-808, TR-909, and TR-606 drum machines.
- Bass track with sawtooth/square waveforms and controls derived from the TB-303 Bass Line.
- Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology for authentic sound reproduction.
- Classic TR-REC drum sequencer with 64 user patterns and up to 32 steps each.
- Advanced rhythm programming with probability, sub step, last step, and velocity.
- Real-time recording and performance features like step loop, mute, fill, reload, and pattern shift.
- Built-in effects: delay, reverb, overdrive, and sidechain compression.
- Comprehensive connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link.
- Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface—no drivers needed.
- Lithium-ion battery with up to 4.5 hours of operation per charge.
- Sturdy construction and high-quality rubber pads.
- Connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices
