LinnDrum
OriginUSA
Year1982
FamilyElectronic
About the LinnDrum
The first drum machine with digital samples of real drums. Invented by Roger Linn. Used on more hit records than any other drum machine. Prince used it extensively. Over 5,000 units sold. The 12-bit sound is warm and punchy. Defined the sound of 1980s pop.
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