The article profiles Roger Linn, the pioneering creator of the LM-1 and LinnDrum drum machines, and co-creator of the iconic Akai MPC. It highlights his lasting impact on music production through these revolutionary instruments that shaped the sound of 1980s pop and continue to influence modern music. The piece emphasizes how his innovations in sampling technology fundamentally changed music creation.
Background
Roger Linn is a pioneering figure in music technology, best known for creating the first sample-based drum machines and co-developing the Akai MPC series, which became industry standards in music production.
- Source
- The Verge
- Published
- May 23, 2026 at 11:00 PM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10