In 2016, Fact wrote that Roland "arguably did more to shape electronic music than any other [company] in history". == History == === 1970s === Having created Ace Electronic Industries Inc in 1960, Ikutaro Kakehashi founded Roland in Osaka on April 18, 1972.
In 2016, Fact wrote that Roland "arguably did more to shape electronic music than any other [company] in history". == History == === 1970s === Having created Ace Electronic Industries Inc in 1960, Ikutaro Kakehashi founded Roland in Osaka on April 18, 1972.
It was founded by Ikutaro Kakehashi in Osaka on April 18, 1972.
In 2016, Fact wrote that Roland "arguably did more to shape electronic music than any other [company] in history". == History == === 1970s === Having created Ace Electronic Industries Inc in 1960, Ikutaro Kakehashi founded Roland in Osaka on April 18, 1972.
In 1973, Roland introduced the first compact synthesizer produced in Japan and the first synthesizer produced by Roland, the SH-1000, as well as their first non-preset synthesizer, the SH-3. The company was also manufacturing effects pedals, introducing the RE-201 Space Echo in 1974, and expanding into guitar amplifiers the following year with the JC-60 and JC-120 Jazz Chorus, whose chorus circuit would become the first Boss Corporation product, the CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, the following year.
In 1973, Roland introduced the first compact synthesizer produced in Japan and the first synthesizer produced by Roland, the SH-1000, as well as their first non-preset synthesizer, the SH-3. The company was also manufacturing effects pedals, introducing the RE-201 Space Echo in 1974, and expanding into guitar amplifiers the following year with the JC-60 and JC-120 Jazz Chorus, whose chorus circuit would become the first Boss Corporation product, the CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, the following year.
In 1976, Roland introduced the semi-modular System 100 and the modular System 700 synthesizers. In 1977, the company introduced one of the earliest microprocessor-driven music sequencers, the MC-8 MicroComposer, and the first guitar synthesizer, the GR-500.
In 1976, Roland introduced the semi-modular System 100 and the modular System 700 synthesizers. In 1977, the company introduced one of the earliest microprocessor-driven music sequencers, the MC-8 MicroComposer, and the first guitar synthesizer, the GR-500.
Just one year later, they introduced the CompuRhythm CR-78, the first drum machine that enabled users to program and store their own drum patterns. === 1980s === During the 1980s and 1990s, Roland released several instruments that have had a lasting influence on popular music.
After Kakehashi realized microprocessors could be used to program drum machines, Roland launched the TR-808 drum machine, its first programmable drum machine, in 1980.
Roland released the Roland Jupiter-8 in 1981. Roland played a key role in the development of MIDI, a standardized means of synchronizing electronic musical instruments manufactured by different companies.
Amdek's primary focus was on the potential uses of personal computers to assist musicians, and in 1982 they introduced the DXY-100, the company's first pen plotter, with the intent of allowing users to print out their own sheet music.
The 808 was followed in 1983 by the TR-909, which, alongside the TB-303 synthesizer, influenced the development of dance music such as techno, house and acid.
He and Dave Smith of Sequential Circuits unveiled MIDI in 1983.
Soon realizing the printer had a much larger market potential, in 1983 Amdek became the Roland DG Corporation. Roland DG produces computerized vinyl cutters, thermal transfer printer/cutters, wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, 3D scanners and dental milling devices, and engravers. At one point, Roland acquired the then-defunct Rhodes name, and released a number of digital keyboards bearing the Rhodes brand.
Just one year later, they introduced the CompuRhythm CR-78, the first drum machine that enabled users to program and store their own drum patterns. === 1980s === During the 1980s and 1990s, Roland released several instruments that have had a lasting influence on popular music.
It remains the industry standard. === 1990s === In, 1991 Roland released the JD-800, a digital synthesizer with a lot of sliders.
It remains the industry standard. === 1990s === In, 1991 Roland released the JD-800, a digital synthesizer with a lot of sliders.
In 1993, they released the JD-990, which is the rackmount version of the JD-800.
In 1994, Kakehashi founded the Roland Foundation and became chairman.
In 1995 he was appointed the chairman of Roland Corporation. === 2000s === In 2001 Kakehashi resigned from the position and was appointed as Special Executive Adviser of Roland Corporation.
In 1995 he was appointed the chairman of Roland Corporation. === 2000s === In 2001 Kakehashi resigned from the position and was appointed as Special Executive Adviser of Roland Corporation.
Harold Rhodes had regained the rights to the name in 2000 prior to his death that same year.
In 1995 he was appointed the chairman of Roland Corporation. === 2000s === In 2001 Kakehashi resigned from the position and was appointed as Special Executive Adviser of Roland Corporation.
In 2002, he published an autobiography, I Believe in Music.
In 2005, Roland's headquarters relocated to Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture.
As of March 31, 2010, it employed 2,699 people.
In 2014, Roland was subject to a management buyout by Roland's CEO Junichi Miki, supported by Taiyo Pacific Partners. Roland has manufactured numerous instruments that have had lasting impacts on music, such as the Juno-106 synthesizer, TB-303 bass synthesizer, and TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines.
In 2016, Fact wrote that Roland "arguably did more to shape electronic music than any other [company] in history". == History == === 1970s === Having created Ace Electronic Industries Inc in 1960, Ikutaro Kakehashi founded Roland in Osaka on April 18, 1972.
His second book, An Age Without Samples: Originality and Creativity in the Digital World, was published in 2017. ==Brands== Roland markets products under a number of brand names, each of which are used on products geared toward a different niche. The Roland brand is used on a wide range of products including synthesizers, digital pianos, electronically enhanced accordions, electronic drum systems, dance/DJ gear, guitar synthesizers, amplifiers, and recording products.
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