Bjooks is hosting an exclusive 808 Day celebration on August 8th, 2025—honoring the legendary Roland TR-808 drum machine.
For one day only, new Patch & Tweak subscribers who sign up with the Yearly Pro membership on August 8th, 2025, 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 Pro membership is designed for synth enthusiasts, educators, and curious creators who want to go deeper into sound and synthesis. For €99 EUR/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.
In addition to the giveaway, Bjooks is marking the occasion with a mini “808 Day Celebration” on its website, 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.
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