For sale is a Roland TR-77, the very first drum machine ever produced under the Roland name. Released in 1972, this rare and beautifully built analog rhythm unit paved the way for the legendary TR-series that would later include icons like the TR-808 and TR-909.

The TR-77 combines warm analog circuitry, distinctive 1970s percussion tones, and vintage Japanese craftsmanship to deliver grooves that remain inspiring and musical to this day. More than just a rhythm box, it’s a true piece of electronic music history.

• Historical Significance:
  The TR-77 (and its sibling units, the Rhythm 77 and Rhythm 55) marked the birth of Roland’s drum machine lineage. Its sound defined countless early electronic, pop, and jazz recordings.
• Rich Analog Sound:
  Fully analog tone generation creates deep, organic percussion—kick, snare, hi-hat, cymbals, and percussion voices that cut through mixes with natural warmth and punch.
• Versatile Rhythms:
  Features preset rhythms like Bossa Nova, Swing, Rock, Waltz, and more, which can be combined for creative patterns. It also has manual start/stop, volume controls, and tempo adjustment.
• Beautiful Vintage Design:
  Housed in a stunning wood-grain cabinet, the TR-77 captures that elegant 1970s Japanese hi-fi aesthetic—perfect for collectors and studios seeking visual and sonic charm.
• Condition:
  Excellent condition for its age. Fully functional, recently serviced and calibrated, with responsive controls and stable clock operation.

Why this is better than modern gear:
Modern drum machines may offer endless options, but none can reproduce the authentic analog character and groove of the TR-77. Each rhythm feels alive, with subtle fluctuations and imperfections that make it sound human. No samples—just pure analog circuitry singing with personality.

Who this is perfect for:
Perfect for vintage rhythm lovers, producers, synth enthusiasts, and collectors who appreciate the origins of electronic rhythm. Whether you’re producing lo-fi, jazz, ambient, or experimental music, the TR-77 brings an instant vintage heartbeat to any setup.

Additional Info:

• Year: Circa 1972
• Original wood case and front panel design
• Can be synced or triggered externally (with basic modification)
• Classic early Roland build quality – built to last decades

💯Your advantages:

  ✅ Worldwide insured shipping
  ✅ All necessary export papers for foreign countries
  ✅ Fast processing
  ✅ Tested & cleaned devices
  ✅ Secure payment
  ✅ Animal-free and non-smoking household

📦SECURE PACKAGING

 It is very important to us that you as a customer are satisfied, and that your ordered instrument is intact and in top condition arrives at you. We attach great importance to safe packaging because you never know how the parcel delivery service will handle the parcel. For this reason, we pack every instrument in a very safe way so that everything arrives undamaged and we are both satisfied.