# Roland TR-909 legacy celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/roland-tr-909-legacy-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-09-03T07:55:09.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Roland Corporation is holding events to commemorate the legacy of the TR-909 Rhythm Composer. The celebration includes a live workshop at the Underground Music Academy in Detroit on September 12th, featuring techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson and Roland’s Dustin Good. This workshop aims to demonstrate the transition from the original TR-909 to the TR-1000, covering new 9X engines and techniques such as sequencing and sound shaping.

Additionally, Roland plans to premiere a new installment of its animated series, ‘The Rhythm Creators,’ on September 9th, which focuses on the TR-909 and features narration by Saunderson.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Roland celebrates 909 Day 2026 with Detroit workshop and new film

Roland Corporation celebrates 909 Day 2026 with a Detroit workshop featuring techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson and the premiere of a new animated film about the TR-909 legacy.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roland-celebrates-909-day-2026-with-detroit-workshop-and-new-film

### 2026-08-07: Roland Corporation marks 808 Day 2026, honoring TR‑808 drum machine

Roland celebrates 808 Day 2026 with NTS Radio’s “The Future Is Still 808” series, exploring the TR‑808’s Japanese roots and global musical impact.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roland-corporation-marks-808-day-2026-honoring-tr808-drum-machine

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