Roland A-88 review: specs and price
Roland A-88
Why is Roland A-88 better than the average?
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Design
Has backlit LED buttons
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Buttons will light up when pressed, resulting in better visibility to users.
Has a display
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The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
height
273 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
width
1.44m
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
volume
45696.92 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
thickness
116 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
weight
15.9kg
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Keys & Pads
Has velocity sensitive keys
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Velocity sensitive keys are just spring loaded keys that sound out louder the harder you hit them. If you "lightly" press a key, the sound will be quiet; the harder you press, the louder it gets.
Has semi-weighted keys
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Similar to a weighted action keys, but with less resistance and a slightly springier release, semi-weighted keys are popular with many players. If you don’t need realistic piano response, but also don’t care for spring-loaded synth actions, a semi-weighted keyboard might be ideal for you.
The amount of keys the controller has on the keyboard.
Has weighted keys
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Fully weighted keys are designed to replicate the response and feel of acoustic piano keys. If you compose a lot of piano-oriented music, the realism of a weighted, hammer-action keyboard might be ideal for you.
The pads section is ideal to trigger loops and samples, using your finger drum skills.
Has pressure sensitive pads
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When pads respond to the amount of force applied after initial impact they are pressure-sensitive. The pads can be used to drum rhythmic elements of a song or to trigger samples, but can also be used to play notes.
has velocity-sensitive pads
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Velocity-sensitive drum pads allow you to modify the sound sample's pitch depending on how quickly you hit the pads. They provide a more natural audio experience, as the pitch depends on your movement, just like when playing the drums live.
has an integrated touchpad
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With a touchpad, users can control the device by moving their finger on a touch-sensitive surface.
Has an aftertouch keyboard
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Aftertouch keyboards are sensitive to the pressure applied to keys after the initial impact, and while the keys are being held down or sustained.
Ports
Has a MIDI-Out port
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The MIDI-Out port is used for transmitting data.
Has an input/connector for the sustain pedal
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When pressed, the sustain pedal allows all notes to sound and “vibrate” freely. All notes played will continue to sound until the pedal is released. This is perfect when you need a sturdy and responsive control over sustain.
Has an input/connector for the expression pedal
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Dedicated expression pedals let you have a hands-free control over your keyboard's volume, vibrato, and more.
Has MIDI thru port
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The "thru" port, emits a copy of everything received at the input port, allowing data to be forwarded to another instrument in a “daisy chain” arrangement. This allows the user to have more than two MIDI devices connected as a studio.
Has a MIDI-In port
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MIDI-In Port allows data to be received by a MIDI-compliant device. The “in” port enables the MIDI keyboard to be controlled by an external device or sequencer.
has midi input/output port
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Controllers generally talk to your Mac or PC using MIDI over a USB connection, but sometimes it is possible to connect other devices to your controller. This allows you to control and sync various parameters using a traditional five pin DIN cable connection.
Features
The device is mappable
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Users can map, set and regulate the entire midi controller giving different functionalities to all different buttons, knobs and faders. The device could be also set up with different softwares.
MIDI device works and communicates via USB
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Devices can communicate in both directions with each other without any additional MIDI interface. The biggest advantage is that the USB connection can be used for everything; power supply, MIDI-in and MIDI-out. This means you need less cables.
Has automapping technology
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With automapping technology it is easier to set up your MIDI device and assign all different controls to your software (DAW).
memory locations
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More memory locations allow users to save their preset/setup and have them ready to use again and again.
Is compatible with Windows
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It is compatible with PCs and laptops running the Windows operating system.
Has plug and play feature
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The device is set up and ready to be used with the included software.
Is compatible with Mac OS X
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It is compatible with Mac OS X devices such as MacBooks and iMacs.
Has hybrid synth feature
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A controller with a mixed (analog and digital) signal path. It creates an authentic synthesizer feel, using a combination of hardware and software.
Is compatible with iOS
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It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
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