Roland TR1000 Rhythm Creator

he Roland TR-1000 is a professional drum machine and sampler that brings together analog sounds, digital sound engines and advanced sequencing in one instrument. With the authentic analog circuits of the TR-808 and TR-909, powerful digital models and extensive sampling capabilities, the TR-1000 offers a complete hybrid solution for producers and live performers. Whether you want to create classic beats or explore new electronic rhythms, the TR-1000 is built to push boundaries in studio and on stage!

The future of beats built on legends

The Roland TR-1000 is a groundbreaking drum machine that continues the legacy of the iconic TR-808 and TR-909. With a unique hybrid setup - analog circuits, digital engines and a powerful sampler - the TR-1000 offers everything producers and performers need to shape modern rhythms. For the first time in more than 40 years, Roland has integrated a true analog sound generator into a drum machine. The TR-1000 contains 16 original circuits from the TR-808 and TR-909, carefully redesigned with modern components. So you get that unmistakable punch and warmth, but now with a wider dynamic range and additional parameters for more creative freedom.

Digital engines for endless variety

In addition to its analog core, the TR-1000 provides a range of digital sound sources. The ACB engine contains 75 models, including 21 circuit-bent variants of the 808 and 909 that take sound design into new territories. FM synthesis enables metallic percussion sounds and abstract sounds, while VA synthesis and PCM samples provide solid bass lines, rich synth textures and modern digital layers. Combined with the analog engine, this creates a hybrid system that enables both classic beats and futuristic soundscapes.

Comprehensive sampling and memory

The TR-1000 is equipped with a professional sampler that supports stereo sampling and resampling, complete with BPM sync and real-time time-stretching. Slice-editing allows you to divide samples into up to sixteen parts, giving plenty of creative options for loops and one-shots. The internal memory is 64 GB, of which 46 GB is available for your own sounds. In addition, the sampler supports imports of WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC and M4A. Together with over 2,000 pre-installed samples, the TR-1000 offers an arsenal of sounds ready for any production or performance.

Powerful effects - analog and digital

Sound creation goes beyond just the engines. The TR-1000 features a wide range of effects, including a new analog State Variable Filter (SVF) inspired by classic OTA designs and a dedicated analog drive for extra punch. There are also digital effects such as crusher, isolator, saturator, flanger, pitch delay and scatter. Each track can be equipped with reverb and delay sends, while the master FX take care of fine-tuning and finishing the overall mix.

Next-gen sequencing: from classic to experimental

The famous TR-REC workflow has been taken to the next level. You can choose from classic step programming, real-time recording or off-grid sequencing for a more natural groove. In doing so, the TR-1000 combines features such as cycle and probability settings, various step directions such as forward, backward and pendulum, and motion recording that makes parameter automation easy to capture. With a total of four layer tracks, six single tracks and an exclusive trigger track, you can create patterns that not only sound tight, but also stay in constant motion and evolve.

Connectivity for studio and stage

The TR-1000 can be effortlessly integrated into any setup. It features a stereo mix out and an analog FX out, complemented by ten individual outputs that can also be used as trigger-outs for external devices. For sampling and effect processing, dual mono or stereo inputs are available. In addition, the TR-1000 offers extensive connectivity options via MIDI I/O, DIN sync, clock out and a filter CV input. The USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI interface provides direct integration with a computer, while the USB-A port provides support for Roland controllers or importing samples via a flash drive. With these extensive connections, the TR-1000 is fully ready for both modern studios and live rigs.

TR-1000 App

The free TR-1000 App is the perfect complement to the hardware and effortlessly integrates the drum machine into your computer environment. A large and clear screen gives you direct access to all sound editing parameters, allowing you to precisely tweak and organize sounds. The built-in librarian functions make managing kits and patterns clear and efficient: you can save, edit and organize presets so you can always quickly find the right sound. In addition, the app provides an intuitive workflow for importing samples in different formats, which significantly speeds up the process of expanding and personalizing your sound library. Thanks to the TR-1000 App, you work even more flexibly and get the most out of both hardware and your digital studio setup.

Roland TR-1000 features:

first true analog Roland drum machine in more than 40 years

authentic TR-808 and TR-909 circuits with extended dynamic range and additional parameters

hybrid system with analog engine, ACB modeling, FM synthesis, VA synthesis and PCM samples

ACB engine with 75 digital models, including 21 circuit-bent variants of the 808 and 909

more than 2,000 built-in samples and 64 GB of internal memory, of which 46 GB is available to users

supports import of WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC and M4A

professional sampling features: stereo sampling, resampling, BPM sync, real-time time-stretching and slice-editing up to 16 parts

powerful effects: analog State Variable Filter (SVF), dedicated analog drive and digital effects such as crusher, isolator, saturator, flanger, pitch delay and scatter

reverb and delay sends per track and master FX for the complete mix

advanced TR-REC sequencer with step, real-time and off-grid programming

features for variation and dynamics such as motion recording, step direction, cycle and probability settings

4 layer tracks, 6 single tracks and 1 exclusive trigger track for flexible sequencing

Morph slider for macro control and snapshots for quick parameter recalls

step loop for live fills and performance variation

robust metal housing, designed for intensive use in the studio and on stage

extensive connections: stereo mix out, analog FX out, 10 individual outputs/trigger-outs and dual mono/stereo inputs

MIDI I/O, DIN sync, clock out and filter CV input

USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI interface

USB-A port for Roland MIDI controllers or sample import via flash drives

TR-1000 App for sound editing, librarian functions and sample management on the computer

Roland TR-1000 specifications:

user kits: 2.048 (128 kits x 16 projects)

user patterns: 2,048 (128 patterns x 16 projects)

generators: analog 16, ACB 75, FM 7, PCM 340, samples 2,121

sampler: 16-bit, 48 kHz, max. 16 min per sample

effects: filter 2, amp 2, comp 2, inst FX 17, reverb 6, delay 4, master FX 14, analog FX filter & drive

display: graphic OLED

internal storage: 46 GB user area

external storage: USB flash drive (up to 64 GB)

dimensions: 48.6 x 31.1 x 12.5 cm

weight: 5.5 kg