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New Balance Taps Tiago Lemons and Roland for a Numeric Collab
Name:New Balance Numeric x Tiago Lemos x Roland 808Colorway:BlackSKU:NM808LROMSRP:¥19,800 JPY ($135 USD)Release Date:August 8, 2025Where to Buy:New Balance
Notes:New Balance Numerichas teamed up with Brazilian pro skaterTiago Lemosand iconic music brandRolandfor a new take on the808silhouette, set to release August 8, 2025. Dubbed the 808 LRO, the sneaker pays tribute to Roland's legendary TR-808 drum machine — a cornerstone of early hip-hop, electro and dance music. The shoe's design draws from the rhythm machine's retro aesthetic, featuring vibrant accents, tonal paneling and a translucent sole that echoes the colorful LED interface of the TR-808. The collaboration bridges skateboarding and sound, with the TR-808 also used in the production of Lemos's skate video soundtracks, reinforcing a natural creative synergy between skate culture and beat-driven music. Priced at ¥19,800 JPY or $135 USD, the 808 LRO aims to blend performance design with nostalgic flair.
