ROLAND / A-88MK2 MIDI Keyboard

The professional model of 88-key MIDI controller. The A-88 MKII offers a great piano touch, plus many assignable knobs, pads and program controls, giving you access to all the features of your favorite virtual instruments and synthesizers.

■MIDI keyboard/controller
■88 keys
■USB

Realize the joy of playing and controlling
The Roland A-88MKII, a professional model of 88-key MIDI controller, is equipped with the tools necessary for the production environment of musicians and music producers, and achieves the highest performance performance. The PHA-4 standard keyboard, which is well-known as a piano keyboard, is equipped with high-quality and latest functions such as USB-C connection, multi-color self-illuminating knobs and pads, and MIDI2.0, which will be supported in the future, to achieve the highest performance in its class.

A controller that you can enjoy playing like an instrument
The A-88MKII is focused on playability. The body is made of a highly rigid wooden structure. In addition, the keyboard is equipped with the PHA-4 standard keyboard, which is highly regarded by professional players active on stages around the world, achieving a solid playing feel and a rich playing feeling. In addition, you can customize the sensitivity and responsiveness to suit your own playing style.

Rich performance expression
The A-88MKII consists of three parts. Since you can set the output destination for each part, you can layer or split various instruments and play them. You can freely control those sounds from the built-in bend/modulation lever and the multi-colored self-illuminating knobs and pads. In addition to the sustain pedal input, two assignable pedal inputs are also available for external input. It achieves rich expressiveness of the same quality as the instruments.

Creative performance functions
Today's music styles require many performance functions. However, software synths and modules do not always have such functions. In addition to three zones that can be layered, the A-88MKII is equipped with a highly functional arpeggiator. In addition, the pads can be used for note assignment (up to four notes simultaneously) and to trigger commands and events, making it useful for real-time performance. It allows for a wide range of expression.

MIDI 2.0 and USB-C
The A-88MKII is equipped with the latest technology. It provides compatibility and convenience that will continue into the future. The class-compliant USB-C connection is compatible with MacOS, Windows, and iOS, and provides bus power and simple connection with a single cable. The A-88MKII will also support MIDI 2.0 in the future. It is a device that you can use for a long time even when high-resolution control and expansion functions become the standard.

*When connecting the A-88MK2 to an iOS device using Lightning, Apple's Camera Connection Kit is used and the A-88MKII needs to be powered by an AC adapter.

Customize controls and instantly recall
The A-88MKII comes with a control app for macOS and Windows. You can smoothly perform various assignments. Not only can you see all layers and control mappings at a glance, but you can also assign commands to pads and set custom colors for easy visual recognition. You can control software synths and external hardware sound sources with custom setups you create, and instantly recall and switch between setups with the snapshot function.

Slim size that fits your production environment
Space is at a premium in today's personal production environment. The A-88MKII is designed to be as thin and slim as possible while maintaining the quality and playability of Roland's instruments. The flat top and squared-edged design make it easy to integrate into your studio desk and production tools, and it also gives a clean look.

■Main specifications Keyboard
88 keys (PHA-4 standard keyboard: with escapement, ivory-like) Controller pads x 8 (illuminated, assignable)
Knobs x 8 (illuminated, assignable)
Pitch bend/modulation lever
Buttons x 2 (assignable)
PEDAL (DAMPER, FC1, FC2) connection terminals PEDAL (DAMPER, FC1, FC2) terminals: standard TRS type
MIDI (IN, OUT) terminals
USB (COMPUTER) terminal: USB Type-C (TM)
DC IN terminal Interface USB 2.0 Zone 3 (Lower/Upper 1/Upper 2) User memory 8 Power supply Obtained from USB COMPUTER terminal
AC adapter Current consumption 260mA (USB)
300mA (AC adapter) Accessories Instruction manual
USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable
USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable
Warranty card
Roland User registration cardOptional itemsKeyboard stand (KS-12, KS-10Z)
Pedal unit (RPU-3)
Damper pedal (DP-10)
Pedal switch (DP-2)
Expression pedal (EV-5)
AC adapter (PSB-100)External dimensionsWidth (W) 1,429 mmDepth (D) 274 mmHeight (H) 119 mmWeight16.3 kg

■AccessoriesInstruction manual
USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable
USB Type-C to USB Type A cable
Warranty card
Roland user registration card