How do I record the audio from my Roland TR-8 over USB?
The Roland TR-8 can send 14 channels and receive 4 channels via USB. In order to utilize the TR-8 as an audio interface, you’ll need to download the driver.
Once you’ve installed the driver, launch your DAW. Please note that the TR-8 can only operate at a sampling rate of 96kHz, so you’ll need to create your session or project accordingly.
After your DAW is open, simply set the playback device as the TR-8 and set up your I/O to reflect the 14 inputs and 4 outputs.
Here’s the breakdown of the audio inputs:
- Mix Out L
- Mix Out R
- Bass Drum
Roland TR-8
- Snare Drum
- Low Tom
- Mid Tom
- High Tom
- Rim Shot
- Hand Clap
- Closed Hihat
- Open Hihat
- Crash Cymbal
- Ride Cymbal
- External In
In order to capture the Scatter effect, Accent, Reverb, or Delay, you’ll need to use the Mix L and R channels.
For each channel, the volume can be controlled by the individual faders on the TR-8 itself. The Mix L and R channels are controlled by the main Volume knob. If you want to mix the sequence in your DAW instead of on the TR-8, simply push all of the faders on the TR-8 all the way up, then adjust the faders in your DAW.
Helpful Links
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