The Roland Boutique TR-08 Rhythm Composer is an ultra-compact recreation of the original TR-808 drum machine. The unit features the same front-panel layout and user interface as the original and is powered by Roland’s Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology, which delivers the same huge, speaker-pummeling output, but in a more affordable and portable format. The TR-08 offers precise control over an array of drum parameters and includes the ability to keep playing when switching modes, something the original was unable to do. The TR-08 features ten separate outputs via USB, external instrument control via the on-board trigger output, and USB MIDI. The unit can be powered by USB or via the included four AA batteries, and it ships with a black DK-01 Boutique dock.
Features
- Compact Recreation of Original TR-808
- Retains Sound, Character, and Interface
- Hands-On Control Over Parameters
- Classic Step- and Tap-Write Modes
- Continuous Playback When Switching Modes
- Ten Separate Outputs via USB
- Trigger Output for External Instruments
- Battery Powered (4x AA) or USB Powered
- 24-Bit/96 kHz Stereo Audio Interface
- Compatible with K-25m Keyboard Unit
Specifications
| Drum Sounds | Kick/Bass Drum Snare Low Conga Low Tom Mid Conga Mid Tom Hi Conga Hi Tom Clave Rim Shot Maraca/Shaker Clap Cow Bell Cymbal Hi-Hat (Open) Hi-Hat (Closed) |
| Number of Rhythm Pattern Presets | 192 x User Pattern 64 x User Intro/Fill |
| Built-In Effects | Dynamic FX: Compressor |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Mix Input |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
| CV/Gate I/O | 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TS Trigger Output |
| USB | 1 x Micro-USB (MIDI, Host Connection) |
| Power Requirements | Battery, USB Bus Power |
| Current Consumption | 500 mA (Bus Power) |
| Battery Type | 4 x AA |
| Expected Battery Life | 6 Hours (NiMH) |
| Dimensions | 12.1 x 5.1 x 2″ / 30.8 x 13 x 5.1 cm |
| Weight | 2.9 lb / 1.3 kg |
| Package Weight | 3.895 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 14.1 x 7.05 x 3.45″ |
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