Roland TR-6S
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Compact 6-track drum machine with iconic TR sounds (808, 909, 707, 606) and FM engine
- Free TR-6S v2.0 update: CR-78 ACB model, original patterns, and extended controls
- Stereo sample import via SD card to create unique hybrid kits
- Modern TR-REC sequencer (step loop, flam, sub-steps, motion) and USB audio/MIDI interface
Manufacturer Information
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The Most Portable TR Format in the Roland Range
Inspired by the TR-8S, the Roland TR-6S condenses the DNA of legendary TR drum machines into a portable, battery-powered chassis. It occupies the perfect spot between historic references and modernity, combining ACB modeling, sample playback, and FM engine for a sound palette ranging from vintage to futuristic.
Who Is It For and What For?
Designed for beatmakers, live performers, and mobile producers, the TR-6S shines both in the studio and on stage. It excels in techno, house, hip-hop, trap, electro, synthwave, or ambient, and also integrates into composition setups for music to picture. Its direct controls and TR-REC workflow ensure immediate usability, from rhythmic sketch to final track.
Technical specifications
| Velocity sensitivity of the pads | No | Number of Midi tracks | 6 |
| Connection | audio | MIDI I/O | IN, OUT (DIN), MIDI PAR USB |
| Sampling frequency | 96 kHz | Inputs | SD card |
| Max polyphony | 6 | Outputs | audio |
| Number of audio tracks | 6 | Color | Black |
| Type | compact 6-track drum machine | Built-in Patterns | vintage-style |
| dimensions | 224 x 132 x 60 mm | Parameters | tuning, decay and gain |
| Weight | 705 g | " 808 Chromatic Bass " Instrument | programming of tuned bass lines |
| Modeling Technology | ACB | Sequencer | TR-REC step sequencer |
| Included Sounds | Roland TR-909, TR-808, TR-606, TR-707 and other classics | Step Loop | yes |
| Stereo Samples | import and playback | Flam | yes |
| Sound Engine | FM | Sub-steps | yes |
| Sound Processing | mixing and layering | Motion Recording | yes |
| Drum Kit Composition | samples only, TR sounds only or a mix of both | Per-step Probability | yes |
| TR-6S v2.0 Update | CR-78 integration | effects | delay, reverb, overdrive, filter |
| CR-78 ACB Instruments | 14 | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Can the Roland TR-6S import samples?
It is possible to import stereo samples from an SD card and use them on its six tracks. ACB sounds, samples, and the FM engine can be combined within patterns.
What audio connectivity is available?
Two 6.3 mm jack line outputs are provided for connection to an audio system. A headphone output on a 3.5 mm stereo jack is also included.
Can this drum machine create tuned 808 basses?
The "808 Chromatic Bass" instrument allows programming bass lines from the pads. This feature is suited for tuned 808 basses in trap, hip-hop, or electronic productions.
Does the sequencer allow making rhythms less repetitive?
The TR-REC sequencer includes sub-steps, probabilities, flam, and step loop. Motion recording enables parameters to evolve over the pattern. The step loop function operates during performance.
Is the TR-6S suitable for mobile production?
Measuring 224 x 132 x 60 mm and weighing 705 g, this model features a portable format powered by batteries. The USB audio/MIDI interface runs at a 96 kHz sample rate for integration with a DAW.



