Kurzweil PC3A8 88-Key Fully-Weighted Hammer Action Performance Controller
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Kurzweil PC3A8 88-Key Fully-Weighted Hammer Action Performance Controller with KORE 64 and Artis German D Grand Piano

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Kurzweil PC3A8 Specifications

  • Keyboard

    88-note, fully-weighted hammer-action, with velocity and after touch sensitive keys, featuring a quick release spring, striking an ideal balance of playability between piano type parts and synth/organ parts. (Fatar TP40L)

  • Display

    240 x 64 angled, backlit CCFL with dedicated back panel brightness and contrast controls

  • Polyphony

    128 Voice Polyphony, dynamically allocated, lightning fast performance

  • Multitimbral

    16 parts (one per MIDI channel)

  • Architecture

    Dynamic VAST: Powerful synthesis engine, with user programmable DSP algs and routing. More DSP power than even our K Series instruments.
    VA1 Inside: anti-aliasing, power-shaped oscillators and DSP processing from Kurzweil's VA1 concept synth, capable of delivering authentic analog emulations as well as incredibly complex new sounds.
    Cascade Mode: lets the user route one layer through the DSP of any other layer within a program - up to 32 consecutive layers deep!

  • Sound ROM Expansion Slots

    Includes KORE 64 and the German D Grand EXP Piano built-in

  • Desktop Editor

    Mac and PC platforms

  • Factory Presets

    1453 Stunning Factory Presets

  • Factory MIDI Setups

    216 factory programmed MIDI setups - featuring up to 16 independent zones, effects, independent controller assignments, triggerable pattern-based "Riffs" and arpeggiator settings

  • File Compatibility

    Loads from:
    PC3K: All objects except samples.
    PC3LE: All objects.
    K2 Series: The majority of Setups, Programs andKeymaps

  • General MIDI

    Standard

  • User Memory

    16000 locations for user objects

  • Sequencer

    Unlimited tracks (on import); 960 PPQ resolution. Song editing functions include both event and track-based tools like quantize, swing, remap, controller scaling and more. Controller chasing and a global "set song length" functions are also featured

  • Effects

    16 insert effects distributed over 11 busses, two auxiliary sends and two Master Effects (saved with each song and setup); featuring hundreds of our award winning effects - reverbs, delays, chorus, flange, phaser, EQs, distortions, Leslie simulators, compressors and more

  • Master FX Section

    User controllable master EQ section and master compressor for quick adjustments during live performance or putting the final touches on your studio mix. (These do not use up the insert effect resources.)

  • Controllers

    Pitch wheel, modulation wheel, 9 front panel sliders/drawbar controllers, 10 front panel switches (momentary or toggle, software selectable), 3 switch pedal input, 2 continuous control pedal inputs, mono pressure, Super Ribbon input, breath controller input. Controller values can be "captured" and stored as part of a program

  • Arpeggiator

    16 full-featured independent arpeggiators with multiple latch modes, selectable play order, velocity, duration, tempo and sync functions as well as pre-recorded beats and musical phrases

  • Riffs

    16 unique "Riff" generators, used for triggering MIDI sequenced phrases, beats, or complete multi-track arrangements from notes on the keyboard and/or any on-board physical controller

  • Analog Outputs

    Four 1/4" balanced TRS analog (24-bit DACs)

  • Headphones

    1 rear panel 1/4" headphone output

  • Digital Outputs

    24-bit, stereo S/PDIF featuring 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and192kHz modes

  • MIDI

    In, Out, Thru (hardware switchable to copy of MIDI Out)

  • USB Computer Port

    MIDI over USB. Also allows the PC3A to load/save data directly to and from a Mac/PC as well as perform OS updates

  • USB Storage Port

    Supports USB thumb-drives for loading/saving user data as well as performing OS updates

  • Power

    Internal AC power supply
    Selectable 120/240V AC operation

  • Dimensions

    4.33 x 13.98 x 54.33" / 11.0 x 35.5 x 138.0cm

  • Weight

    54.0lbs / 24.5kg

About Kurzweil PC3A8

Start with the heritage of the venerable PC3, add KORE 64 and the Artis German D Grand Piano and you have the powerhouse, PC3A.

Sound

Artis German 9' Grand Piano
Samples of amazing tone, realism and expression fuel the V.A.S.T. PC3 sound engine. Perfectly matched with a weighted Fatar TP40L action.

KORE 64 Powered
Factory Installed! Stunning Synths, Electric Guitars, Horns, Drums and Percussion to expand your sonic pallet.

KB3 ToneReal Organs
Modeled after classic Hammond, Vox and Farfisa organs. Featuring all the controls you want and more, including 9 realistic drawbars.

1300+ Factory Programs!
A wealth of sounds from classic to modern. A serious collection starting with the Artis German 9' Grand Piano, PC3 Series Vintage Electric Pianos, Clavinets, Synthesizers, rich and realistic String Sections and Orchestras, Guitars, Percussion and much more.

Powerful FX Engine
Hundreds of award-winning Reverbs, Delays, Choruses, Flangers, Phasers, Distortions, Rotary Amplifiers, Compressors and more available at your finger tips. Global Master EQ and Multiband Compressor built-in.

Controls:

Setup Mode = Control Central
Layer and split combinations to inspire. Setups give you the tools to take command of your live performances, featuring up to 16 independent zones, effects, controller assignments, triggerable pattern-based "Riffs" and 16 arpeggiators!

29! Programmable Physical Controllers
9 Sliders, 10 Switches, 2 Wheels, mono pressure, Super Ribbon input, breath controller input, 3 Switch Pedal Inputs, 2 Continuous Control Pedal Input.

User Interface:

Quick Access
Organize and bookmark your sound catalog as needed. Recall selections with one button press.

Easy Access Transpose Buttons
Convenient -/+ controls located right on-screen.

USB Plug 'n Play
Saving, loading, OS updates and MIDI functionality are all made easy on the PC3A with both on-board USB Host and Device ports.

Software Editor
Get deeper into editing your PC3A Programs, Setups and Effects!

German D Grand Piano
Kurzweil's critically-acclaimed, stunning German 9' Grand Piano! Expertly sampled and voiced by their industry-leading sound designers.

KORE 64
Built-In! Slammin' Synthesizers, Electric Guitars, Horns, Drums and Percussion programs.

K2 Series Compatibility
Load legacy .K2 Series Programs/Setups from the legendary K2 Series keyboards.

MIDI Controller
16 user-configurable zones with 29 customizable MIDI controllers PER zone!

KDFX
16 insert effects - 2 auxiliary sends - Global Master FX The best effects in the business.

32-Layer Architecture
Sound Programs can be up to 32 layers deep, with each layer supporting its own DSP tools.

Cascade Mode
Program layers can be routed through the DSP of any other layer, in series or blended together.

Kurzweil Virtual Analog
The VA-1 Virtual Analog Synthesizer, synthesis engine built right into the V.A.S.T. signal path.

KB3 Tonewheel Emulation
9 sliders provide real-time drawbar control over classic B-3, Vox and Farfisa combo organs.

World Class String Section
Articulations abound, every nuance captured, with samples of full and divisi sections.

RIFFs
 Trigger MIDI phrases, beats or even full multi-track songs via any built-in physical controller.

Easy Updates & Storage
Software Updates and Data Storage via USB/Computer and USB Flash Drive.

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What's in the box:

  • Kurzweil PC3A8 88-Key Fully-Weighted Hammer Action Performance Controller
  • Power Cable
  • Switch Pedal
  • USB Cable
  • 4x Self Adhesive Feet
  • Kurzweil 3 Year Limited Warranty