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Roland A-88MKII 88-Note MIDI Keyboard Controller

A flagship keyboard controller that's ready for MIDI 2.0

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SKU: A-88MKII

Product Description

The A-88MKII was designed from the ground-up for the modern-day producer and musician. A PHA-4 hammer-action keyboard provides a smooth playing feel, while RGB-lit controls, USB-C connectivity and a MIDI 2.0 ready architecture ensures its prepared for the future.

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Play and Perform

Creating a great playing experience was the most important consideration during the design process. Roland are known for highly responsive, sensitive keys and this layout is no different; it can even be adjusted to suit your personal preferences.  

Streamlined Design

A slim, shallow build with flat surfaces and squared edges allows the controller to fit seamlessly into your studio setup. Its built from high-quality wood and other premium materials too, making it highly durable and an absolute pleasure to use. Roland craft instruments that last.

MIDI 2.0

The most significant update to MIDI since its initial release is just over the horizon. The engineering eggheads at Roland have subsequently built the A-8MKII to be universally compatible with any technological advancements – in particular MIDI 2.0. It’ll take full advantage of the new and exciting features that are promised by the next instalment.

Production Potential

Onboard tools allow for complex, layered productions. An advanced arpeggiator, chord memory, three customisable zones and triggerable, multipurpose pads provide multiple creative options during real-time performance.

The three zones let you split and layer the keyboard with an assortment of instruments and sounds. These can then be altered as you see fit via an intuitive modulation/pitch lever, alongside the pads and knobs. Plugging in a sustain pedal through the input results in a whole other creative avenue.  

Roland’s control app allows you to customise your experience even further. Reference mappings and layers quickly, and assign your commands to each pad using a variety of colours. It’s even possible to take control of external hardware and soft synths. Use the Snap Shot function to then immediately recall your saved parameters.

Features

  • Designed for MIDI 2.0.
  • Bus power, plus USB connectivity. Compatible with mac OS, Windows and iOS.
  • A PHA-4 keyboard offers supreme playability.
  • Crafted from durable materials; this keyboard controller is built to last.
  • Control application allows for immediate recall and extensive customisation.
  • The slimline design slots seamlessly into any studio setup.
  • Chord memory.
  • Built in arpeggiator.
  • Three highly customisable sections.
  • Three pedal inputs.
  • Eight RGB-lit pads and eight assignable knobs.

In the Box 

  • USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable
  • USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable

Specifications 

  • Keyboard: 88 keys (PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel)
  • Interface: USB 2.0
  • Zone: 3 (Lower / Upper1 / Upper2)
  • User memory: 8
  • Power Supply: Supplied from the computer via USB COMPUTER port / AC-Adaptor
  • Current Draw: 260 mA (USB), 300 mA (AC adaptor)

Controllers 

  • Pad x 8 (with illumination, assignable)
  • Knobs x 8 (with illumination, assignable)
  • Pitch Bend/Modulation lever
  • Button x2 (Assignable)
  • Pedals: DAMPER, FC1, FC2

Connectors

  • Pedal (DAMPER, FC1, FC2) jacks: TRS phone type
  • MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
  • USB (COMPUTER) port: USB Type-C (TM)
  • DC In jack

Written by Will Brook-Jones

Specifications
Brand
Roland
Key Action
Hammer
Key Size
Full Size
Number of Keys
88
Keyboard Type
PHA-4 Keyboard

Customer Reviews

4.8

4 reviews

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Trusted Customer10th Dec 2023

Modern slim 88 key controller replaced my RD600 and created more space in small studio. Some keys are a bit clacky, not sure if this will improve with use

Value 4Looks 4Durability 4

Dr. Stephen Baysted6th Feb 2023

Trusted Customer1st Aug 2022

Value 4Looks 5

Mr. Gary Cham26th Mar 2021

Great key action, excellent for Piano VST

Value 4Looks 5Durability 4Sound 5

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