Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator

Carrying forward the legacy of the TR-808 and TR-909, the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator is Roland’s most powerful drum machine yet, purpose-built for today’s producers and performers.

It fuses Roland's iconic analog TR sound with advanced digital instruments and sampling, delivering an all-in-one, hybrid platform for rhythm creation. Its hands-on controls and streamlined interface encourage real-time manipulation — from subtle shifts to bold sonic transformations — supported by a sophisticated sequencer and deep sound design tools. Developed in close collaboration with a global community of electronic music artists, the TR-1000 balances an array of cutting-edge technology with performance-minded design to inspire new directions in rhythm.

• The deepest and most powerful drum machine ever created by Roland
• Newly developed analog engine with classic TR-808 and TR-909 sounds offering vintage feel, modern flair, extended range, and new parameters not available on the originals
• ACB modeling engine with a diverse range of sounds, including 21 circuit-bent 8X and 9X models that push 808 and 909 sounds into new creative directions
• FM, VA, and PCM engines for creating bass lines, synth tones, and wild digital textures
• Advanced sampler with over 2000 onboard sounds, stereo sampling/resampling, BPM sync, time-stretching, non-destructive slice editing, and 46 GB of memory for user samples
• Next-generation TR-REC step sequencer with off-grid control, cycle, rotate, track/step start timing, direction, motion recording, and probability
• Four dedicated layer tracks for detailed drum sound design and extended sequencing
• Stereo analog effects section with new State-Variable Filter (SVF), analog drive, and external routing
• Tactile performance effects, including a Morph slider, snapshots, and step loop for rhythmic play
• Expansive audio I/O with stereo mix output, individual instrument outputs, dedicated analog FX output, and dual mono/stereo input for external gear
• MIDI I/O, trigger I/O, DIN sync, clock out, and Filter CV input
• Control input for an expression pedal or footswitch
• USB-C multi-channel audio/MIDI interface
• Flexible USB device port for connecting an external Roland MIDI controller or a flash drive for updates, backup/restore, and sample import/export
• Rugged metal chassis and durable components
• Edit and organize sounds with the TR-1000 App

Roland analog, reimagined:

The TR-1000 is the first Roland drum machine with a true analog engine in over 40 years. It features 16 of the most coveted circuits from the TR-808 and TR-909, faithfully recreated from the original designs with detailed engineering and carefully selected modern components. Fusing vintage soul with expanded control, this engine brings you the authentic analog TR sound, boosted with new parameters and vastly expanded dynamic range.

Cutting-edge digital:

Running alongside the TR-1000’s analog heart are powerful digital sound engines driven by the latest Roland advancements. Our ever-evolving ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior) tech delivers high-detail virtual analog modeling, including 21 circuit-bent 8X and 9X options that let you mangle and manipulate 808 and 909 voices like never before. You also get FM percussion, VA synthesis, and a massive library of PCM samples for sonic exploration and newfound digital textures.

Sample, stretch, slice, resample:

Comprehensive sample tools are fully integrated into the TR-1000 workflow, including stereo sampling and resampling, BPM sync, seamless time-stretching, and non-destructive slice editing. The onboard 64 GB memory comes with a curated collection of 2000 samples, with 46 GB free for your own captures, edits, and sample imports.  

Analog and digital effects:

The TR-1000’s rich effects palette includes a new analog State Variable Filter (SVF) inspired by vintage OTA designs, a dedicated analog drive circuit, and digital favorites like Crusher, Filter, Isolator, Saturator, Pitch Delay, Flanger, and many others. There are also reverb and delay sends for each track and a slate of Master FX for processing the sound output.

Deep sound design:

Powerful in-line processing makes it easy to sculpt distinctive and dynamic rhythms with the TR-1000. Each track combines a model-specific sound generator, compressor, multimode filter/four-band EQ, and amp/envelope control. Four of the available tracks allow for two independent sound generators to be stacked or programmed separately, complete with per-track FX, internal sidechaining, output routing, and a three-target LFO.

Stepping up:

The TR-1000’s advanced sequencer takes the legendary TR workflow to another level. Experience fluid, expressive programming with precision live control, extensive pattern tools, and wildly flexible timing. Craft rhythms using classic TR-REC step input, real-time recording, and new off-grid programming for more nuanced grooves. And with flexible input modes, it's easy to dial in the feel of a track or slide individual steps to sit just right in the groove.

Dynamic pattern control:

Intuitive tools give you the power to program patterns that breathe and evolve with every pass. Use motion recording to capture live parameter changes for modulation and movement. Adjust how each track progresses with direction settings like forward, reverse, pendulum, and more. Define cycle conditions to determine when steps play and tap into per-step probability to introduce variation and surprise.

Touch, trigger, and transform:

The TR-1000 is made to be played. With a free-flowing layout and loads of direct-access controls, you have instant command over every performance detail. Sculpted, high-grip knobs and smooth, responsive faders are built for riding levels, shaping FX, and working transitions with pinpoint precision. With the new snapshot feature, you can program playable step buttons that instantly recall any knob position for an instrument.

Morph and manipulate:

The new Morph slider brings another level of expression to the TR experience. It can be assigned to a wide combination of parameters, enabling wild macro control, smooth transitions, and radical transformations with simple movements. Unique Morph settings are available in each pattern, ready to imbue every moment in a performance with color and energy. 

Built to connect:

The TR-1000 features a main stereo output, an analog FX output, and ten jacks that function as individual audio outputs or analog triggers for external gear. You also have dedicated trigger I/O, a filter/CV input, a clock out, and a dual mono/stereo input for sampling and processing signals through TR effects. Finally, there’s a front-panel headphone jack with its own level control for easy monitoring.

USB, MIDI, and DIN sync.:

The TR-1000 functions as a multi-channel USB-C audio/MIDI interface that connects with your favorite computer platform. The versatile USB device port supports flash drives for system, data backup/restore, and WAV audio import/export, plus USB MIDI controllers such as the Roland A-49 or A-PRO series. Comprehensive MIDI I/O is available too, along with DIN sync to lock with pre-MIDI synths and drum machines. 

TR-1000 App:

The TR-1000 App brings hardware control directly within your computer production space. This powerful software offers a large display for real-time parameter editing, a librarian for organizing your personal sound collection, and more.

Future-proofed:

The TR-1000 runs on a robust DSP and firmware platform designed to support future sound engines, new features, and system updates, extending the life and capability of your instrument for years to come.

Specifications:

• User Drum Kits 
  • 2,048 (128 Kit x 16 Project)
• User Patterns 
  • 2,048 (128 Pattern x 16 Project)
• Step Sequencer 
  • Layer Track x 4
  • Single Track x 6
  • 1 exclusive part for trigger out
  • 16 steps per 1 variation
  • 8 (A - H) variations per 1 pattern
  • 4 Fill-in patterns per 1 pattern
• Generator 
  • Analog: 16 tones
  • ACB: 75 tones
  • FM: 7 tones
  • PCM: 340 tones
  • Sample: 2,121 tones
• Sampler 
  • Internal Data Format: 16-bit linear
  • Import Format: WAV, AIFF, MP3
  • * Dedicated software supports WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, M4A.
  • Sample Rate: 48 kHz
  • Sampling Time: The maximum is 16 minutes (1 Sample).
• Effects 
  • FILTER: 2 types
  • AMP: 2 types
  • COMP: 2 types
  • INST FX: 17 types
  • REVERB: 6 types
  • DELAY: 4 types
  • MASTER FX: 14 types
  • ANALOG FX: FILTER, DRIVE
• Internal Storage 
  • Size: 46 GB (USER Area)
• Display 
  • Graphic OLED display
• External Storage 
  • USB flash drive (sold separately) for backup, restore, import, and export functions
• Connectors 
  • PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
  • MIX OUT (L/MONO,R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • ANALOG FX OUT (L/MONO, R ) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • INDIVIDUAL OUT/TRIGGER OUT (BD--RC) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • EXTERNAL IN (L/MONO 1, R/MONO 2) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • TRIGGER/CV (TRG IN, TRG OUT, FILTER CV IN, CLK OUT) jacks: Miniature phone type
  • PEDAL (CONTROL) jack
  • MIDI (IN, OUT1 DIN SYNC1, OUT2/THRU DIN SYNC2) jack
  • USB (COMPUTER) port: USB Type-C(R) (Audio/MIDI)
  • USB (EXTERNAL DEVICE) port: USB A
  • AC IN jack
• Power Supply 
  • AC 117--240 V 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption 
  • 38 W
    *Power consumption when in OFF mode (when the power automatically turns off): 0.2 W
• Dimensions 
  • 486 (W) x 311 (D) x 125 (H) mm
  • 19-3/16 (W) x 12-1/4 (D) x 4-15/16 (H) inches
• Weight 
  • 5.5 kg
  • 12 lbs 3 oz
• Accessories 
  • Power cord
  • Owner's manual
  • USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable (with ferrite core)