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Common Roland TR-08 Rhythm Composer Questions
How do I sync the TR-08 to my DAW via MIDI?
Connect the TR-08's USB port to your computer, ensure your DAW recognizes it as a MIDI device, and configure your DAW to send MIDI clock to the TR-08's MIDI input (or use USB MIDI sync). Setting the TR-08 to EXT sync mode will allow it to follow the DAW's tempo.
How do I save a pattern or chain of patterns on the TR-08?
Patterns are saved by pressing FUNC + PTN SELECT, choosing a Pattern Group (A-C, then 1-16), holding WRITE, and pressing the desired Pattern number. Use the same method to save pattern chains using the TR-REC button and selecting the next pattern to chain.
How do I start, stop, and clear a pattern on the TR-08?
Press the START/STOP button to begin and end pattern playback; to clear a pattern, hold CLEAR and press the instrument steps you want to erase, then release CLEAR.
Why am I not hearing any sound from my TR-08?
Ensure the volume knob is turned up, check that the correct output is connected (headphones or main out), and verify that individual instrument levels are not muted or set too low using the level knobs above each instrument button.
How do I use the 'Step Mode' and 'Tap Mode' features on the TR-08?
Step Mode allows you to program patterns one step at a time by pressing the instrument buttons to trigger notes on each step, while Tap Mode enables real-time pattern creation by tapping the instrument buttons in time with the desired rhythm.