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Innovator Roger Linn's Reflections

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Roger Linn, the creator of iconic drum machines like the LM-1 and LinnDrum, reflects on his career with a single browser tab. His innovations have been pivotal in shaping modern music technology.

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The man behind the legendary MPC, Roger Linn, stays focused with a single browser tab

Roger Linn is a legend in the world of musical instruments. He's been at the cutting edge of music technology for decades. He created the LM-1, the first drum machine to use samples, and its successor, the LinnDrum, is one of the most iconic drum machines of all time. They were used on countless rec

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