Roland A-49 MIDI Keyboard Controller, 49 Velocity Sensitive Keys, USB, Black

What sets the Roland A-49 Black MIDI Keyboard Controller apart is its professional-grade, full-size keyboard housed in a lightweight, slim-line design. This versatile controller, available in both pearl white and black finishes, is an ideal choice for musicians who value a simple, user-friendly MIDI keyboard without compromising on the quality of playing feel.

The A-49's 49 velocity-sensitive keys are designed with a unique rounded shape, enhancing the player's touch sensitivity and facilitating smoother glissandi. The keyboard's design also minimizes mechanical noise and eliminates vertical shake, ensuring a superior playing experience that even the most discerning professionals will appreciate.

Adding a dynamic element to your performance, the A-49 features an invisible D-Beam that responds to hand movements, adding color and excitement to your sound. The A-49's controllers can be automatically assigned, making it an excellent companion for external SuperNatural sound modules such as the Integra-7. It also serves as a fantastic secondary keyboard for controlling synthesizers with onboard SuperNatural sounds, like the Jupiter-80 and -50.

Designed with mobility in mind, the A-49 is robust yet astonishingly lightweight, weighing less than six pounds. Despite its streamlined design, it boasts a full-size, premium keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive keys. For ultimate convenience, the A-49 is powered via your computer's USB bus, eliminating the need for a separate power cable or adapter.

The A-49's rear panel offers clean connections, allowing you to position a computer monitor or laptop ideally for music creation. Its user-friendly layout includes two knobs, two switches, and the D-Beam controller, all designed to streamline your workflow. Dedicated octave buttons and a transpose button allow for quick scale adjustments, with LED indicators providing instant visual feedback.

The A-49 is also a perfect partner for iPad users. While there are smaller MIDI keyboards compatible with the iPad, the A-49 offers professional playability coupled with mobility. Its clutter-free surface and superior feel keep your fingers focused on the keys and your mind on the music, making it a standout choice in the world of MIDI keyboard controllers.