TR-808

Music

There’s a Whiskey Inspired By the 808 Because Capitalism Consumes Everything

05.12.17

By Krystal Rodriguez
Music

The Black Madonna, Hudson Mohawke, and More Reflect on the Life of TR-808 Developer Ikutaro Kakehashi

04.02.17

By Britt Julious
Music

Ikutaro Kakehashi, Founder of Roland and Developer of the TR-808, Has Died at Age 87

04.02.17

By Britt Julious
Music

‘808,’ a New Doc on the Iconic Kick Drum, Scheduled For Exclusive Spring Release

04.17.16

By Britt Julious
Music

Why You Shouldn’t Dish Out $14,000 for a Vintage Roland TR-808 Drum Machine

03.04.16

By Gabby Bess and Michael Scott Barron
Music

Thanks Internet! There’s Now an Online Emulator of the TR-808 Drum Machine

03.20.15

By THUMP Staff
Music

Should We Welcome the Return of Classic Synths?

01.29.15

By Adam Bychawski

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