Roland TR-8S v3.0/TR-6S v2.0 Firmware Update Overview

The TR-8S and TR-6S Rhythm Performers continue their sonic evolution with TR-8S v3.0 and TR-6S v2.0 updates. These free upgrades add new instruments and features to the Rhythm Performers, including the legendary Roland CR-78 CompuRhythm and TR-808 Chromatic Bass. Plus, the TR-EDITOR gets a refresh with compact mode for smaller displays. In this video, you’ll learn about the new enhancements added with the TR-8S v3.0 and TR-6S v2.0 updates: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 CompuRhythm CR-78 ACB Model 05:26 TR-808 Chromatic Bass The original CR-78 CompuRhythm was launched in 1978 as the first mass-produced programmable rhythm machine. Now, the TR captures that magic with pristine ACB CR sounds, including 14 instruments and original preset patterns, as well as updated advanced patterns to pepper your beats with CR-78 zest. Plus, discover an array of new parameter controls to push the CR-78 into new sonic dimensions. Tuned 808 basslines are a staple in genres like trap, hip-hop, electro, and other styles of electronic music. The new 808 Chromatic Bass instrument allows you to use motion recording to tune basslines with legit 808 bass sounds directly from the TR-8S and TR-6S—no DAW required. To learn more about the TR-8S v3.0 update, please visit: To learn more about the TR-6S v2.0 update, please visit: To read about the CR-78 history, please visit: #roland #tr8s #tr6s