ROLAND / A-88

This MIDI keyboard controller features an 88-key hammer-action keyboard that delivers a playing feel just like an acoustic piano.

■MIDI Keyboard Controller

The A-88 is a piano-touch MIDI keyboard controller featuring an Ivory Feel G keyboard boasting superior playability. It features SuperNATURAL mode, which allows you to instantly assign optimal parameters for controlling the SuperNATURAL sound source.
It also features a D-BEAM, which is extremely powerful in live performances. It is compatible with three platforms: Windows, Mac, and iPad*, making it ideal for a wide range of uses, from music production to stage performances.

- Equipped with an Ivory Feel G keyboard that offers a natural playing feel and highly expressive power.
- Equipped with SuperNATURAL mode, which allows you to instantly control the SuperNATURAL sound source.
- Equipped with a D-BEAM controller that is ideal for live performances.
- Compatible with three platforms: Windows, Mac, and iPad*.
- Includes Ableton Live Lite DAW software. *Download available.
* Requires an Apple Camera Connection Kit and a powered USB hub, sold separately.

■ Main Specifications

・88 Keys: (Ivory Feel G Keyboard)
・Controllers: Buttons: S1, S2 (Assignable), Knobs: C1, C2 (Assignable), Foot Pedals: Damper, FC1, FC2, Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever, D Beam Controller
・Buttons: [Function] button, [SuperNATURAL] button, [Octave +/-] button, [Transpose] button, [Dual/Split] button, [Upper] button, [Lower] button
・Switches: [Power] switch, [Power Source] switch
・Display: Power indicator LED, Octave indicator LED
・Connections: DAMPER PEDAL jack (1/4"" TRS phone type), FC1, FC2 jacks (1/4"" TRS phone type), MIDI OUT jack, USB COMPUTER jack (USB Type B), DC In jack
・Interface: USB
・Power Supply: AC adapter/USB Acquired via the COMPUTER port
- Accessories: Instruction manual, damper pedal (supports continuous detection), AC adapter, power cord, A-series keyboard CD-ROM, USB cable, Ableton Live Lite download code
- Dimensions/Weight: Width (W) 1,443 mm, Depth (D) 273 mm, Height (H) 116 mm, Weight 15.9 kg

■ Operating Requirements

- Windows
Supported OS: Windows 7 SP1 or later, Windows Vista SP2 or later, Windows XP Home/XP Professional SP3 or later (All Japanese versions)
Supported Computer: Windows®-compatible computer with a USB port as standard
CPU/Clock: Intel Core, Pentium, or compatible processor/1 GHz or higher
Memory: 1.0 GB or more
Required Hardware: DVD-ROM drive (required for installation)

- Macintosh
Supported OS: Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later (All Japanese versions)
Supported Computer: Apple Mac series
CPU/Clock: Intel Processor or higher
Memory: 1.0 GB or more
Required Hardware: DVD-ROM drive (required for installation)

* Cannot be used with iPad (first generation). * Not compatible with Windows XP Media Center Edition/XP Professional x64. * If it does not work properly when connected to a USB 3.0 port, you will need to connect it to a USB 2.0 port. * Cannot be used with a bus-powered USB hub.