Celebrate 808 Day With A Free Roland Book

Bjooks, the publisher behind the PATCH & TWEAK series, is hosting an exclusive 808 Day celebration on August 8, 2025--honoring the legendary Roland TR-808 drum machine. Here's the details direct from the company...

The Offer
For one day only, new PATCH & TWEAK Club subscribers who sign up on August 8, 2025, with the Yearly Pro membership will receive a free hardcover copy of INSPIRE THE MUSIC, 50 YEARS OF ROLAND HISTORY, the definitive 400-page book chronicling 50 years of Roland innovation. Subscribers just pay shipping--Bjooks covers the rest.

Originally released to commemorate Roland's 50th anniversary, INSPIRE THE MUSIC features:

• 60+ feature articles spanning five decades of innovation
• 90+ interviews with iconic artists and engineers
• Hundreds of iconic Roland instruments, including deep dives into the TR-808, TB-303, JUPITER synths, and more
• Foreword by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis
• Beautifully designed, eco-certified hardcover (25 × 25 cm / 9.8" × 9.8")

 

"Roland's instruments--especially the TR-808--are more than machines. They're cultural icons that changed music making forever," said Kim Bjørn, founder of Bjooks. "We're thrilled to celebrate 808 Day by giving readers and creators a deeper look at Roland's rich history and legacy."

The PATCH & TWEAK Club Pro membership is designed for synth enthusiasts, educators, and curious creators who want to go deeper into sound and synthesis. For €99/year (an 18% discount), Pro members get everything in the Core tier (full access to all Bjooks e-books), plus weekly drops of new content, and a growing library of exclusive features. These include creative patch tips and tutorials, in-depth articles on synthesis techniques, interviews with artists and instrument makers, and regular podcast episodes. Members can also explore bonus book content, behind-the-scenes photo galleries, and take part in community discussions. Additional features coming soon: short video documentaries and walkthroughs of iconic book patches-- perfect for learning by watching and doing.

The PATCH & TWEAK Club Hosts 808 Celebration
In addition to the giveaway, Bjooks is marking the occasion with a mini "808 Day Celebration" on its website, patchandtweak.com, featuring:

• Free curated articles celebrating Roland's TR-808
• A look at the TR-808's impact across decades and genres
• A sneak peek at an upcoming announcement from Bjooks

 

Whether you're a longtime synth enthusiast, a beatmaker, or just discovering the world of Roland, 808 Day is your chance to dive into the stories, sounds, and innovators that defined electronic music.

Visit patchandtweak.com/808-day-2025-celebration on August 8th to join the celebration and claim your free copy of INSPIRE THE MUSIC with a Pro subscription.

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