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Roland Aira Compact T-8 Beat Machine

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    A LEGEND IN YOUR POCKET.

    Create infectious tracks in seconds flat with the T-8 Beat Machine, a miniature rhythm factory loaded with legendary Roland TR drums plus bass from the inimitable TB-303. Craft on-the-fly acid jams or trap bangers with the intuitive 16-step sequencer, shape sounds with onboard controls, and flip and dice beats with hands-on tools that stimulate ideas and put the fun back into your flow.

    Standard Features

    • Ultra-portable rhythm and bass machine with genuine Roland sounds
    • Six rhythm tracks with sounds from the influential TR-808, TR-909, and TR-606 drum machines
    • Bass track with sawtooth/square waveforms and hands-on controls derived from the TB-303 Bass Line
    • Analog Circuit Behavior (ACB) technology faithfully recreates the tonality and behavior of vintage Roland instruments
    • 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 powerful performance features like step loop, mute, fill, reload, and pattern shift
    • Color and process sounds with 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 with optional BOSS TRS MIDI cables
    SPECIFICATIONS
    User Patterns
    64
    Step Sequencer
    Rhythm instrument parts x 6
    Bass part x 1
    32 steps
    INST tone
    BASS DRUM
    SNARE DRUM
    HAND CLAP
    TOM
    CLOSED HIHAT
    OPEN HIHAT
    BASS
    Effects
    DELAY, REVERB, OVERDRIVE, SIDE CHAIN
    Display
    7 segments, 4 characters (LED)
    Connectors
    SYNC (IN, OUT) jacks: Mini phone type
    MIX (IN, OUT) / PHONES jacks: Stereo mini phone type
    MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo mini phone type
    USB port: USB Type-C® (Audio, MIDI)
    Power Supply
    Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
    Obtained via USB port (USB bus power)
    Current Draw
    500 mA
    Expected battery life under continuous use
    Approx. 4.5 hours
    * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
    Expected battery charging time
    Approx. 3 hours
    * To charge the unit, use the USB port of a computer or a commercially available USB power supply adaptor (5 V, 500 mA or higher).
    Accessories
    Leaflet ”Read Me First”
    USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable
    SIZE AND WEIGHT
    Width
    188 mm
    7-7/16 inches
    Depth
    106 mm
    4-3/16 inches
    Height
    36.2 mm
    1-7/16 inches
    Weight (including batteries)
    310 g
    11 oz

    Aria Compact Details

    Serious fun.

    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.

    UNCOMMON VERSATILITY.

    However and wherever you make music, AIRA Compact instruments are there for you. Stow one in a pocket or backpack and compose on the go. Mix and match them for busking, club performing, and livestreams. Or use them as high-quality sound generators and input devices for larger-scale performances and computer music production.

    CLASS-LEADING CONNECTIVITY.

    AIRA Compact provides ample I/O to interface with everything in your musical world. Synchronize and monitor multiple AIRA Compact instruments from one unit, connect with stereo audio and MIDI devices, and communicate with computers and mobile music apps via USB-C.

    SMALL & MIGHTY.

    AIRA Compact strikes the perfect balance between portability and power. Each model is small enough to slip in a pocket and features a tactile panel to jumpstart your creative flow. Onboard lithium-ion batteries provide hours of continuous fun per charge. And with Roland’s famous build quality, your AIRA Compact is ready for years of musical exploration.


    Brand: Roland

    SKU: ROLAND-T-8



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