Roland Aira Compact T-8 Beat Machine

R5,699.00

T-8 Beat Machine

Create infectious tracks in seconds flat with the T-8 Beat Machine, a miniature rhythm factory loaded with legendary Roland TR drums plus bass from the inimitable TB-303. Craft on-the-fly acid jams or trap bangers with the intuitive 16-step sequencer, shape sounds with onboard controls, and flip and dice beats with hands-on tools that stimulate ideas and put the fun back into your flow.

Loaded with comprehensive I/O, the T-8 is ready to be the rhythmic centerpiece of any electronic music setup. Connect and sync with other AIRA Compacts like the J-6 Chord Synthesizer and E-4 Voice Tweaker. Or interface with computer DAWS, mobile music apps, and hardware instruments via USB-C or MIDI.

The T-8 delivers an authentic TB-303 bass experience, including the tactile power to squeeze, squelch, and mangle sounds in the moment. Record notes, accents, and slides with traditional step-based input, or play in parts live with the bottom-row buttons or an external MIDI keyboard.

Create grit, space, and vibe with the T-8’s high-quality effects. Dirty up rhythms and bass with some meaty overdrive, and keep the beats pumping with sidechain compression. And with dedicated delay and reverb knobs, you can add all sorts of spatial colors to grooves as you perform.

 

Description

Specifications

 

User Patterns : 64

Step Sequencer :

Rhythm instrument parts x 6
Bass part x 1
32 steps

INST tone :

BASS DRUM
SNARE DRUM
HAND CLAP
TOM
CLOSED HIHAT
OPEN HIHAT
BASS

Effects : DELAY, REVERB, OVERDRIVE, SIDE CHAIN

Display : 7 segments, 4 characters (LED)

Connectors :

SYNC (IN, OUT) jacks: Mini phone type
MIX (IN, OUT) / PHONES jacks: Stereo mini phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo mini phone type
USB port: USB Type-C® (Audio, MIDI)

Power Supply :

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Obtained via USB port (USB bus power)

Current Draw : 500 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use : Approx. 4.5 hours
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Expected battery charging time : Approx. 3 hours
* To charge the unit, use the USB port of a computer or a commercially available USB power supply adaptor (5 V, 500 mA or higher).

Accessories :

Leaflet ”Read Me First”
USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable

Size and Weight

Width : 188 mm (7-7/16 inches)
Depth : 106 mm (4-3/16 inches)
Height : 36.2 mm (1-7/16 inches)
Weight (including batteries) : 310 g (11 oz)