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TR-909 Software Rhythm Composer

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Product
TR-909 is a software plug-in that recreates Roland’s TR-909 Rhythm Performer using Analog Circuit Behavior technology.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Trial
Roland says users can try the TR-909 free with a Roland Cloud 30-day trial membership.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Support
Roland directs product owners to its Knowledge Base, Product Support through Roland Backstage, owner’s manuals, and support documents.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Headquarters
Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, JapanRead 28 Sep 2026 · roland.com
Founded
1972Read 28 Sep 2026 · roland.com
Authentication
Internet connectivity is required to authenticate the software on both macOS and Windows.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Hardware integration
It integrates with the TR-8S Rhythm Performer and TR-09 Roland Boutique hardware for pattern transfer and hands-on control.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
macOS requirements
The minimum macOS version is macOS 11, with an Intel Core i5 or Apple M1, at least 2 GB RAM, and 400 MB disk space specified.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Manufacturer
Roland Corporation is an electronic musical instrument, equipment, and software manufacturer established in 1972 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Pattern export
Patterns can be dragged from the plug-in to a DAW as audio or MIDI.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Plug-in formats
The software supports VST 3.7, AU, and AAX formats and native Apple silicon compatibility.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Sequencer
Its expanded TR-REC sequencer has 11 instrument parts, eight variations per pattern, and adjustable flams, sub-steps, and soft hits.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Sound library
The plug-in includes classic kits and patterns, and Roland Cloud offers additional patches and patterns from artists and sound designers.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Windows requirements
The minimum Windows version is Windows 10 64-bit, with an Intel Core i5, at least 2 GB RAM, and 400 MB disk space specified.Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com

Plans and prices

Roland Cloud Pro membership (via Pro Selector) Price not published TR-909 included via Pro Selector Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
Roland Cloud Ultimate membership Price not published TR-909 included Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com
TR-909 Lifetime Key Price not published Standalone Lifetime Key purchase Read 9 Oct 2026 · roland.com

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