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- Number of Basses: 120
- Number of Keys: 41
- Treble registers: 14
- Bass registers: 7
- Number of Sounds: 305
- Built-in Speaker: Yes
Roland FR-8x Digital Accordion Black
Digital accordion from FR-8x series that offers the perfect synergy between traditional accordion playability and modern digital power and is jam-packed with features and enhancements developed with input from the world’s top players, bringing a previously unattained level of expression and versatility to every accordionist. Innovative Dynamic Bellows Behavior technology emulates the true bellows response of an acoustic accordion in every register, while the expanded sound set, four powerful multi-effects engines (MFX) with dedicated MFX for Accordion/Orchestra 1/Orchestra 2/Orchestra Chord sections, an on-board looper, and much more offer a treasure chest of tools for dynamic musical exploration. The sound set includes a large selection of accordion sounds from around the world, plus 180 orchestra and percussion sounds and world-class Virtual Tone Wheel organs. The accordion also provides 1400 user program memories that allow players to save custom setups for every performing situation, and features an upgraded user interface, featuring a large, easy-to-read colour display, intuitive panel layout, and three programmable chin switches for hands-free control of a variety of functions. It also allows for recording, audio playback and more via convenient USB memory, and provides a USB computer port for integrating with MIDI music software. The accordion is equipped with rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack that is simply and conveniently charged by an included AC adapter. It comes supplied with reference caps for the bass buttons, straps, an accordion cloth and a soft bag. Dimensions: 543 x 280 x 415 mm. Weight: 12.1 kg. Black colour.
Keyboard, Bass & Bellows
- Right hand: 41 keys: piano type with velocity sensitive and aftertouch
- Left hand: Piano type/Button type 120 bass buttons velocity sensitive. Standard, Free Bass mode, Orch. Bass, Orch. Chord, Orch. Free Bass
- Bass & Chord Mode.: 2 Bs Rows, 3 Bs Rows A-7th, 3 Bs Rows A-5dim, 3 Bs Rows B-7th, 3 Bs Rows B-5dim, 3 Bs Rows Bx-7th , 3 Bs Rows Belgium
- Free Bass Mode.:Minor 3rd, Bajan, Fifth, North Europe, Finnish
- Bellows: Advanced “Dynamic Bellows Behavior” technology to manage the behavior of bellows
- Bellows Resistance.: On, Off, -63 to 0 to +64
- Bellows curve.: Fixed Low, Fixed Med, Fixed High, X-Light, Light, Standard, Heavy, X-Heavy
Sound source
- Max polyphony
- 128 voices
- Tones (Accordion Set)
- 100 Accordion Sets, each one including: 14 Treble Registers, 7 Bass/Chord registers, 7 Free Bass registers, 7 Orchestra Free Bass registers, 7 Orchestra Bass registers, 7 Orchestra Chord registers, 180 Orchestral sounds (28 real time + others selectable by MENU), 18 Drum Sets
- Reed Footages: 7 Treble, 5 Bass, 3 Chord, 2 Free Bass
Additional sounds:
- Upload from USB memory and saved on internal memory
- Orchestral sounds: 180: 28 real time (14x2) the others selectable by MENU
- Organ sounds (Virtual Tone Wheel)
- 32 presets for Treble, Chord and Free Bass sections, 16 presets x Bass section
- Up to 28 Harmonic Bar combinations customizable, can be controlled and shaped by bellows.
- Orchestral Bass sounds: 180: 7 real time, the others selectable by MENU
- Orchestral Chord sounds: 180: 7 real time, the others selectable by MENU
- Orchestral Free Bass sounds: 180: 7 real time, the others selectable by MENU
- Drum Sets:18
- User Programs: 1,400: 100 User Program Bank x 14 registers
- APBM (Advanced Physical Behavior Modeling)
- Noises
- Stopping-reed growl, Closing valve noise, Left button noise
- Individual Reed Simulation
- Hysteresis threshold, Expression curve, Pressure variant filter, Pressure variant pitch deviation
- Switching Reed Sound Wave
- By bellows acceleration, by note repetition speed
- Bellows opening/closing sound change
- By bellows opening/closing detection
- Bellows Behavior
- Dynamic Bellows Behavior technology for a perfect simulation of the bellows behavior in an acoustic accordion
Musette Tuning
- Micro-Tuning Presets
- 16 Types: Off, Dry, Classic, F-Folk, American L/H, North Europe, German L/H, D-Folk L/H, Alpine, Italian L/H, French, Scottish
- Fine Tuning reed footages 8- / 8+
- -100 to 0 to +100
Effects
- Reverb/Chorus/Delay: 8 types, 8 types, 10 types
- MFX multi effects: MFX x 4 (84 types) for: Accordion, Orchestra 1, Orchestra 2, Orch Chord/Orch Free Bass
- Rotary for Organ sound: Slow/Fast with Vibrato, Chorus, Overdrive and VK-Rotary
- “Cassotto” simulation: Yes
Panel Controls
- Knob controls & Registers: Volume, Balance, Reverb Chorus, Delay, Effect (assignable knob), 14 x Accordion/Orchestra1/Orchestra2/Organ
- Encoder: Data Edit with Enter
- Navigation switches: Up, Down, Menu/Write, Exit/Jump
- Other switches: Set Up, Set Down, Orch 1 On/Off, Orch 2 On/Off, Organ On/Off, Accordion On/Off, Orch Bass On/Off, Orch Chord/Free Bass On/Off, Free Bass On/Off, Bass&Chord On/Off, Drums On/Off, Bass to Treble On/Off, User Program On/Off, Song List On/Off, Power On/Off, Charge On/Off, Loop/Wave/MP3 player: Loop, Reset/Stop, Play/Pause, Audio Rec
- Chin switches: 3 programmable chin switches
- Additional switches: 6 user assignable function switches on last row of bass buttons
Operation mode
- Accordion, Orchest1/Organ, Orchest2, Drum
- Zone, High, Low
- Octave
- -1, 0, +1 for Treble, -3, 0, +3 for Orchest1, Orchest2
- Drum Shift
- -36 to 0 to +36
- Orchestra Chord Guitar Mode
- Gtr Table1, Gtr Table2, Gtr Table3
- Sound Edit
- Orchest1, Orchest2, Orch Bass, Orch Chord, Orch Free Bass
- Bass to Treble
- On/Off
- Part Mute
- Accordion, Orchest 1, Orchest 2, Organ, Bass&Chord, Free Bass, Orch Bass, Orch Chord, Orch Free Bass
- Bass & Chord with drum/percussion sounds
- Programmable drum/percussion sounds for Bass/Orch Bass 2 rows, Chord/Orchestra Chord 4 rows.
- Audio Player and Audio REC
- MP3/Wave player from USB memory and REC on USB
- Audio Loop
- REC (with Overdub function) and Play
- Speakers Off
- On/Off adjustable via Menu parameter
- Editing and Write
- Full parameters for each section – New Graphic User Interface
MIDI functions
- Ext. Seq. Playback (MIDI IN) or USB Computer
- Accordion, Bass&Chord, Orchest1, Orchest2, Organ, Orch Bass, Orch Chord, Orch Free Bass, ALL (Local Off function)
- Start/Stop MIDI TX
- Send Start/Stop by pushing Alpha dial
Other
- Display: Color LCD 2.4”, 320 x 240 dots
- Rated Power Output: 2 x 25 W
- Speakers: 2 x 9 cm neodymium speakers, 2 x Tweeters
- Wave Expansion: 4 internal areas (8 MB each) to load new sounds
- Power supply: AC adaptor
- Rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack 24 V – 4500 mA
* Expected battery life under continuous use: 8 hours speaker ON mode, 11 hours speaker OFF mode
Onboard Connectors
- OUTPUT jacks L/Mono (Treble), R/Mono (Bass): 1/4” phone type
- PHONES jack: 1/4” phone type
- MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
- USB MEMORY port: type A
- USB COMPUTER port: type B
- DC IN connector
Accessories
- AC Adaptor
- Power cord (for connecting the AC adaptor)
- Rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack 24 V – 4500 mA
- Owner’s Manual
- Reference caps for the bass buttons
- Straps
- Accordion cloth
- Accordion soft bag
- Option (sold separately)
- Wireless USB Adaptor (WNA1100-RL)
- USB flash memory (M-UF2G)
- Headphones: RH-200, RH-300
- Rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack 24 V – 4500 mA
- Footswitch
Size and Weight (weight: without straps)
- Width: 543 mm/ 21-7/16 inches
- Depth: 280 mm/11-1/16 inches
- Height: 415 mm/16-6/16 inches
- Weight: 12.1 kg/26 lbs. 11 oz.
Number of Basses: 120
This instrument is equipped with 120 bass buttons, allowing comfortable control of the bass section and sound customization according to your needs. A higher number of bass buttons ensures greater flexibility when interpreting various styles.
Treble registers: 14
This instrument offers 14 treble registers, which allow for variability in the sound character of the higher notes. Each register offers a unique sound, enriching the tonal palette and adapting to different musical styles.
Bass registers: 7
This instrument features 7 bass registers, allowing customization of the tone and character of the bass section. These registers expand the accordion's sound capabilities, which you will appreciate when interpreting various musical genres.
Battery Operation: Yes
Battery power provides flexibility and mobility. This feature allows you to use the device anywhere, even in places where an electrical outlet is not available. Battery power is ideal for situations that require portability and independence from the grid, whether you're outdoors, on the road, or in a location with limited access to electricity.
USB MIDI: Yes
The USB MIDI function ensures fast and reliable transfer of MIDI data via a USB interface. It allows the device to connect with computers, DAW software, or other MIDI devices. This feature simplifies the control of software instruments, device synchronization, or recording of MIDI signals.
USB to Device: Yes
The USB to Device function allows external devices, such as USB drives or external hard drives, to connect directly to the device. This feature is used for storing, transferring, or playing data, such as audio recordings, MIDI data, or software updates.
USB to Host: Yes
The USB to Host function allows the device to connect to a computer or compatible device via a USB interface. This system ensures fast and efficient transfer of digital data, such as MIDI or audio signals, making it ideal for use in recording, production, or live performances.
Package Contents
- Cable Tie
- Knob Caps
- Manual
- Straps
- Adapter
Power: 50
With power up to 50 , you get plenty of headroom for impressive volume and dynamics whether you're in the studio, at home, or partying.
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Black
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Safety instructions
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