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Synth History: E2
Roland & Ikutaro Kakehashi
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Description:

The Roland Corporation and its founder, Ikutaro Kakehashi, have had a lasting impact on popular music and culture. Roland’s drum machines and synthesizers have been used by countless musicians. This episode explores the circumstances that led Mr. Kakehashi to found one of the biggest musical instrument companies in the world.

A full transcript with references can be found here

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