All articles tagged with #drum machine
Tembo is a toy-like wooden drum machine that uses magnets to hold wooden tokens on a checkerboard-style grid to trigger a five-track sequencer. It includes eight built-in sample packs, support for mic/line-in sampling, built-in effects, and a simple looper, all aimed at making music-making approachable. It’s being crowdfunded on Kickstarter with early-bird pricing around $369 before rising to $550 at retail.
Roland's TR-1000 Rhythm Creator, a flagship drum machine with analogue voices, has a high price of £2286/$2699, sparking debate over its value. While praised for its features and professional quality, critics argue the cost is steep, influenced by manufacturing complexities, manual calibration, and market positioning. Roland defends the price as reflective of its premium build and market demand, emphasizing that it targets professional users who value quality and craftsmanship. The article highlights how manufacturing costs, market expectations, and perceived value influence pricing in high-end musical equipment.