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by Chris Meyer | Nov 16, 2016

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The TR-909 Rhythm Composer was the follow-up to Roland’s now-revered TR-808 (see above). It combined digital samples for the hi-hat and cymbal along with the 808’s analog sounds, and has also become popular. When a module says it produces 909-like sounds, this is the instrument it is referencing.

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