Roland TB-03

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Roland TB-03

Roland

TB-03

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 398246
Brand: Roland
Model: TB-03
Category: Sound Modules
Price: $427.90

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Roland nailed the TB-303 vibe with this little box. It’s an incredibly fun and accessible way to dive into the acid house sound, and the added features like overdrive and MIDI make it a serious creative tool for electronic music producers and live performers. Perfect for anyone wanting that classic TB-303 sound without the vintage headaches.

Product Description

  • Roland TB-03
  • Bass Line Synthesizer
  • Realistic recreation of the legendary TB-303 bassline synths
  • Sound
  • character and panel of the original TB-303
  • Direct control of many parameters such as: cutoff
  • resonance
  • envelope mod
  • Decay
  • Accent
  • New possibilities that did not exist in the original TB-303: 4-digit LED display
  • overdrive
  • delay effects
  • MIDI
  • "fine tempo control"
  • Additional options for creating patterns
  • programmable via the classic Pitch
  • Time and Step Write Modes
  • Uninterrupted play even when you switch between the "write" and "play" mode
  • CV / Gate outputs to drive old vintage analog equipment and Modular Synthesizer
  • Trigger input for controlling the internal sequencer
  • User interface of metal
  • Works with 4 x AA batteries or via USB Power
  • 24 bit / 96 kHz stereo in / out USB audio interface
  • Control data can be sent and received via MIDI and USB
  • Built-in mini speaker
  • Compatible with optional Roland K-25 m Keyboard Unit
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 308 x 130 x 52 mm
  • Weight: (incl. Batteries
  • without Boutique Dock): 940 g
PROS
  • • Metal faceplate provides robust durability and a classic feel
  • • Expanded parameter control offers significantly more sonic sculpting than the original
  • • Integrated overdrive and delay add immediate character and creative possibilities
  • • CV/Gate outputs seamlessly integrate with modular synth setups
CONS
  • • Limited polyphony restricts layering and complex arrangements
  • • TB-303 sound, while iconic, lacks versatility for broader genres
  • • Small form factor can make parameter tweaking less precise

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Key Features

Sounds Acid basslines, squelches, and rhythmic sequences, faithful to the TB-303
Polyphony Monophonic
Effects Overdrive, Delay, Resonance, Cutoff
MIDI Standard MIDI input for sequencing and control
Connections Stereo USB audio in/out, CV/Gate outputs, Trigger input, DC Input
Weight Approximately 2.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's remarkably faithful, capturing the core character and quirks of the original, while adding a few modern refinements.
Absolutely! The CV/Gate outputs allow you to sequence and modulate external analog gear and modular systems.
The step sequencing and write modes are relatively straightforward, making it approachable for beginners, but mastering its nuances takes practice.

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