{"product_id":"roland-tb-303-key","title":"Roland TB-303 Software Bass Line Synth - Electronic Delivery","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith an unmistakable sonic signature brimming with warmth, energy, and character, the Roland TB-303 Bass Line defined the acid house movement of the late 1980s. Widely misunderstood when launched in 1981, the true revolution began several years later when electronic music producers rediscovered the quirky box, unleashing the hypnotic, liquid sound that captivated a generation. The \u003cstrong\u003eRoland TB-303 Software Bass Line\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers this historic instrument in a DAW plug-in, with circuit-level sonic accuracy and useful modern enhancements.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eHumble Beginnings\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSome instruments are so groundbreaking they create entire musical genres. The TB-303 is one of these influential instruments, but it wasn’t always seen that way. When Roland released the TB-303 in 1981, it was marketed as a computerized bass machine to simulate a traditional bass guitar, but didn’t quite catch on. Later on, inventive electronic musicians discovered the 303, often on the secondhand market, and found new uses for its recognizably fluid low end.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eIconic Status\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eUsing the 303 in new ways, DJ Pierre and Phuture pioneered what came to be known as acid. This new sound ignited other electronic music genres and, like the Roland TR-808’s influence on hip-hop, the TB-303 played an essential role in late ‘80s-early ‘90s rave culture. While we may never really understand why the 303 sound makes people want to dance, there’s no denying its power, influence, and unwavering ability to get a party started.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003ePlug In Your Own TB-303\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe TB-303 Software Synthesizer takes the classic instrument to the next level. Utilizing Analog Circuit Behavior modeling the virtual TB-303 captures the hypnotic tone of the original hardware and forms the perfect complement to the TR-909 and other classic Roland instruments. The iconic interface and signature crunch and squelch of the original are perfectly reproduced, while adding new features which surely would have turned heads back in the day:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_3\"\u003eEdit Window\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe 303’s new editing window is one of the most striking features. For the first time, you can create and edit patterns with a visual interface. With the ability to see the DNA of a preset pattern, you can edit a variation, or start from scratch then step-edit a new pattern, using up to six octaves with user-defined scales, accents, slides, pitch manipulation, and more. The new randomize\/generate functions create an endless supply of classic 303 patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_4\"\u003eFive Play Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith five new play modes (Forward\/Reverse\/FWD\u0026amp;REV\/Invert\/Random) the TB-303 Software Synthesizer widens the ability to experiment. These new functions allow sonic alchemists to twist and turn the bass, changing direction at will.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_5\"\u003eMore Memory and Manipulation\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFor the first time, the TB-303 can hold up to 64 patterns and 64 patches per bank. The eight variations of a pattern are still accessible on the UI faceplate. Plus, with 32 preset patterns and 48 unique sounds, the 303 arrives complete with sonic templates for you to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_6\"\u003eThe Secret Panel\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA hidden panel on the far-right corner of the 303 unlocks a variety of new tone-coloring features. Explore the expanded circuit modification via the new VCF trim, Vintage Condition, and Master Tune knobs. The onboard effects, including distortion and delay with tempo-sync, are sure to inspire fresh ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_7\"\u003eVirtual Acid: TB-303 for a New Generation\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eRoland Cloud’s TB-303 provides the means to emulate the past or lay down brave new pathways. It’s an instrument with a proud history of shaking up the status quo and defying expectations. Use the TB-303 to leave an imprint on tomorrow’s sounds and become part of a lasting musical legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_8\"\u003eHardware Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003ePairing with the TB-03 Roland Boutique synth or the TB-3 Touch Bassline provides hands-on control for the plug-in.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003ch3 id=\"toc_10\"\u003eSYSTEM REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAC OS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating System: macOS 10.14; macOS 10.15; macOS 11\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHost Application: VST 3.6 compatible; Audio Units V2 compatible; AAX compatible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCPU: Intel Core i5 or better; Apple M1 chip\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRAM: 2 GB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHard Disk: 100 MB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay Resolution and Colors: 1,280 x 900 dots or higher, 16.7 million colors or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther: You’ll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINDOWS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHost Application: VST 3.6 compatible; AAX compatible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCPU: Intel Core i5 or better\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRAM: 2 GB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHard Disk: 100 MB or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay resolution and Colors: 1,280 x 900 dots or higher, 24 bits Full Color or greater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOther: You’ll need Internet connectivity to authenticate this software\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Roland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450743844967,"sku":"161365","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/roland-tb-303_161365_1_51e603ca-ecc9-4a9e-970b-65156a4c4139.jpg?v=1787094342","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/roland-tb-303-key","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}