ROLI PLAY 1.2.2

ROLI PLAY is an interactive introduction to the Lightpad Block, an innovative musical touchpad created by ROLI. The Lightpad Block offers a remarkable level of expressiveness, allowing users to shape sounds and perform music with ease. ROLI PLAY provides a series of concise lessons that enable users to start creating music on their Lightpad in just a matter of minutes.

Discover the power of touch in sound shaping

Experience a wide variety of sounds, ranging from delicate flutes to dynamic guitar leads to vibrant dance floor beats. Learn how to manipulate and enhance each sound through five essential movements - Strike, Glide, Slide, Press, and Lift - that effortlessly translate into musical expression on the surface of the Lightpad.

Bring your musical ideas to life

Delve into the world of electronic music composition with the Lightpad Block. Regardless of your musical background, this intuitive device allows anyone to create their own songs. Choose from a diverse selection of sounds, record loops, and mix them together using the user-friendly interfaces provided in the app. Explore basslines, chords, and leads, and discover how seamlessly these elements can be layered to produce incredible tracks. Adjust your tempo effortlessly by simply swiping your finger. No DJ experience necessary - anyone can start making music.

Share your musical creations with others

Sharing your finished projects with friends and family is effortless. The app allows you to upload your work to NOISE.fm, ROLI's music sharing platform, with just a single click. Send your music via email or share it on social media platforms. ROLI PLAY also encourages feedback on your musical ideas, enabling you to refine and improve upon them. After all, no project is ever truly complete.

Create a unique sonic identity

ROLI PLAY introduces the SongDial, an extraordinary visualization of music. This circular interface, resembling the sonar system on a submarine, captures the essence of your instruments and melodies. As you add different elements to each part of your track, the appearance of the SongDial transforms, becoming a distinct representation of your personal sonic signature.