Hands down, this Roland TR-808 Sample Pack is arguably the most iconic Drum Kit of all time!
The Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer, produced between 1980 and 1983, is
an iconic analog drum machine known for its booming bass, snapping
snare, and synthetic percussion sounds. Despite initial commercial
failure, it became the foundation for hip-hop, electro, and dance music.
It revolutionized music production with user-programmable rhythms and
iconic, non-traditional drum tones.
Key Aspects of the TR-808:
Unique Sound: Used analog synthesis rather than samples, featuring a signature deep bass drum, "marching anteaters" hi-hats, and a sharp, metallic snare.Production & Legacy: Around 12,000 units were made before being discontinued, but its low cost and unique sound made it popular in 1980s urban music.
Influence: It is widely used in various genres, including hip-hop, rap, trap, and electronic dance music.
Modern Recreations: The sound is now famously emulated in the Roland Cloud software and hardware like the TR-08 and TR-8S.
The 808's distinct character arises from using transistors that were slightly imperfect for their intended use but perfect for synthesis, making original units highly sought after and unique in tone.
Get an authentic recreation of the most famous drum machine ever made!
- Works with any DAW, VST Drum Plugin or MPC.
- FREE for Content Creator, Beat & Filmmaker's
- All Wave 16/24bit 44k
CONTAIN:
- 108 (Short/Medium/Long) BD Kick Drums
- 18 CB Cowbells
- 38 CH Closed Hats
- 17 CL Claves
- 26 CP Hand Claps
- 7 CPSD Combos
- 74 CY Cymbals
- 35 HC Hi Congas
- 32 HT Hi Toms
- 38 LC Low Congas
- 20 LT Low Toms
- 17 MA Maracas
- 11 MC Mid Congas
- 22 MT Mid Toms
- 31 OH Open Hats
- 15 RS Rim Shots
- 114 SD Snare Drums
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