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Roland Aira Compact T-8 Beat Machine

$ 199.99

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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