Roland A-500 PRO 49-key Keyboard Controller

Description

Way more than a keyboard! Roland's A-500 PRO is one serious MIDI controller. Beyond having 49 velocity-sensitive keys for playing virtual instruments, this beast boasts a total of 45 assignable controls - knobs, buttons, sliders, and more. You can assign out the controls however you want, so you can get your hands on your mix, finger drum on the 8 Dynamic Pads, control recording start/stop/playback... whatever your workflow demands. If you're choosing your first MIDI controller, you can't go wrong with the A-500 PRO. The keys glide under your fingers, you've got controls for whatever you want, and it works with your Mac or PC. Nice.
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Roland A-500 PRO 49-key Keyboard Controller
49-key MIDI Keyboard Controller with 45 Assignable Controls (Knobs, Sliders, Buttons, Transport) - Mac/PC
Way more than a keyboard! Roland's A-500 PRO is one serious MIDI controller. Beyond having 49 velocity-sensitive keys for playing virtual instruments, this beast boasts a total of 45 assignable controls - knobs, buttons, sliders, and more. You can assign out the controls however you want, so you can get your hands on your mix, finger drum on the 8 Dynamic Pads, control recording start/stop/playback... whatever your workflow demands. If you're choosing your first MIDI controller, you can't go wrong with the A-500 PRO. The keys glide under your fingers, you've got controls for whatever you want, and it works with your Mac or PC. Nice. When you're getting a MIDI controller, you've got factors to consider. Mainly, you want to make sure you have the level of control you need. Why have only keys, then, when you can grab the A-500 PRO and load up with 49 keys plus 45 different controls for your DAW? If portability's a concern also, the A-500 PRO still fits the bill. It can be powered by your Mac or PC over USB - no need for an AC adapter, unless you want one. That means the A-500 PRO and your laptop are a perfect pair for your music-making needs.
Roland A-500 PRO 49-key MIDI Controller Features at a Glance:
49-key MIDI controller with velocity-sensitive keys
45 assignable controls: knobs, sliders, buttons, transport, and more
8 dynamic pads for finger drumming and MIDI triggering
Sure-grip Pitch Bend/Modulation stick
Sustain and Expression pedal jacks to expand playability
USB bus powered - no AC adapter required
Both Mac and PC compatible
Load up with a feature-packed MIDI controller and start making music!
Specification
Detail
Number of Keys
49
Type of Keys
Semi-weighted
Aftertouch
Yes
Pads
8
Other Controllers
Pitch, Mod Lever
Encoders/Pots
9
Faders
9
Dedicated Transport Control
Yes
Pedal Inputs
1 x Hold, 1 x Expression
MIDI I/O
In/Out/USB
USB
1 x Type B
Hardware Requirements - Mac
Intel Processor, PowerPC G4 1GHz or Faster, 512MB RAM or Faster, 100MB or More Free Space
OS Requirements - Mac
OS X 10.8.5 or later
OS Requirements - PC
Windows 7 SP1 or later
Power Supply
Bus Powered, AC Adapter
Height
3.63"
Width
33.06"
Depth
9.88"
Weight
8.44 lbs.
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