Launched in 1989, the R-8 took drum machines into expressive territory with an emphasis on feel, nuance, and dynamic performance. With 68 pristine 16-bit PCM sounds onboardplus the option to load classic kits like the TR-808 and TR-909 via ROM cardsits no surprise this became a secret weapon for acts like Autechre and Underworld. Its signature Feel Patches add human-like swing and velocity variations, giving programmed beats a living pulse. From industrial grit to ambient textures, this box still slaps.Features:16-bit PCM sound engine32-voice polyphony68 internal drum soundsROM card expandability (26 extra sounds per card)Velocity-sensitive performance pads100 user patterns, 32 preset patterns, 10 songs8 feel patches for groove variationStereo out, 8 individual outputs, headphone outMIDI in/out/thruTape sync in/out2-line LCD display with graphics supportIncludes original Power Supply (240v) + SN-R8-04 Sound Library CardVideo: https://youtu.be/1ILl32pAXDYProduct SpecsItem Number: 40078Make: RolandModel: R-8 Human Rhythm ComposerCondition: Very GoodFinish: BlackCategories: keyboards-and-synths drum-machinesYear: 1989Made In: JapanMPN: 40078