Electronic Musician

Rumble of Ancient Times

$169

somasynths.com

Strengths

+ Simple interface
+ One touch randomization
+ Wonderfully retro in sound

Limitations

– No Eurorack compatibility
– Limited sequence length
– Battery power only

Gear can be more than just a tool for performing and recording – it can also be a means of exploration. The Roar of Ancient Times, or RoAT, from Soma labs, may not appear too inspirational but spend just a few minutes delving into its lo-fi possibilities and you will soon find there is a lot on offer.

The device itself is fairly

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