Roland TR-06 in-depth review & comparison with Behringer RD-6

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Roland TR-06
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00:00 intro
00:24 sound demo 1
02:05 how to make a beat
05:54 how to edit sounds
07:51 Master & Send FX
09:54 Performance controls
11:38 I/O and build quality
12:28 sound demo 2
13:01 Positive & Negative
16:01 Comparison with Behringer RD-6

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[shannoneldridge]

I really like how they(a lot of the companies)are making smaller less expensive units that still have the same types of features and sounds. It let's me know that I can have stepping stones up to their other units and can have some of the basics down and not be overwhelmed. Thanks for this!

[TheDeathBeatsOfficial]

I've been collecting Roland gear since the 90s and although I love my TR08 and TR09 I've not really used them in my own productions since I focus mostly on Drum & Bass, Dubstep and Future Bass. What's interesting about the TR06, based on the sounds in your review is that it seems to be the first drum machine that can deliver ready made Drum & Bass and Dubstep snares which is very exciting. I have an old TR606 which is completely fried so I'll definitely be picking up one of these. As a collector I'm also interested in the Behringer machines as well.

[novakattila]

The Behringer sounds like an 606. It was "famous" (or rather infamous) for its very metallic hi hats. The Roland sounds like a mix of an 808 and a 606.

[ASH-oucg]

Video of the month for me. This is the video I was hoping to see and it came out literally the day I found out about the TR-06. Thanks so much for sharing. I have subscribed.

[javonaziz]

These are definitely for different people... If you just want someone that will work in a digital workflow or in a compact set-up, the Roland is king. If you are like me (and have a bunch of pedals that you want to chuck individual elements through) or want the cheapest 606, Behringer does that!

[sonarfreq]

I must admit, I have been considering purchasing the Behringer (when it became available) for a long time, but now that I have seen the Roland version, I think it beats it hands down. Nothing against Behringer gear, I have some of it myself and it is excellent, but the difference in build quality, sound and sheer versatility is definitely more marked between these two models.

[Hainbach]

Thanks for this Bo! I have to say, not much a fan of the sound of either. Roland sounds bloated, Behringer gets closer in regards to bd and toms, but the hihats are meh. And the hihats/cymbals are so important on the 606.

[MrBatraaf]

Great review. Both sound great. To me the Roland sounds crispier in the high end and the Behringer is a little dirtier.
However, one key feature that I'm looking for is individual outs, because that opens up a whole new world of soundscaping with just the eq of a mixer.
Since it's also cheaper, I've decided to get the Behringer.

[platinumedgemusic]

First I’d like to say, @bobeats your vids are one of the best. I appreciate the audio quality in your vids. Some gear reviewers have their voice louder than the product they’re reviewing, which makes no sense. Thank you❗️#greatproduction

[spookypen]

They both sound great tbh, having a new deluxe and budget versions of a 606 for purchase, can't complain.

[mattkaz]

I don't love 606's so won't get either, but in my mind the clear winner is the Roland - so much more sound shaping possible.

[Gainn]

The comparison is greatly appreciated.
Guess it's gonna be both then.. 😂

[anthonyellis]

That was a great comparison! Honest and enjoyable to watch! Thank you 😊

[BCThunderthud]

I already pre-ordered an RD-6 and I have a real 606 but I still kind of want that TR-06, the sound editing and effects look really cool.

[Faroukmallah]

It's very easy to know that A was the Rd6 because it sounds slightly higher in "pitch" from the Roland. Specially the Hihats. And of course it becomes obvious when you engage the distortion.

In my opinion if you already love the sound of 606 you will fall in love with both machines.

[alexmeeres]

Great comparison at the end. I have no particular connections to the 606 sound, but keep seeing the RD-6 for under $250 Canadian. Nothing else but Volcas or Pocket Operators seems to get that cheap in the drum machine world. Quality is better than quantity, but quantity has a quality all its own... when it's quantity of CAD$ still in my pocket.

[dasMobius]

Nice video! I enjoyed it. In the blind test I preferred the Roland when listening via iphone speakers, and preferred the Behringer when listening via headphones.

[dualtrx]

The Roland sounds better.
I like the crazy colors behringer put on these clones.

[yourcitysleeps]

The Exact Video I was looking for! Thank you @Bobeats!

[MrAliensix]

I own an original TR-606 and I'm a big analogue fan, but the Roland TR-06 would definitely be my choice because of tweakabilty, FX and the audio via USB facility. I liked the sound of it. Like you said, it would fit in a mix well without too much processing. Yes, it's twice the price of the RD-6, but the fun factor with the TR-06 lokks greater. Cheers for the video! :)