Roland A-49-BK 49-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller with D-BEAM, Black

Serious keyboard feel in a featherweight controller is the whole point of the Roland A-49 in black. Its 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys use a premium-grade action with rounded key shapes, low mechanical noise, and reduced vertical shake — a playing experience that raises the bar for compact MIDI controllers and makes long writing sessions feel like playing a real instrument.

Performance control goes beyond the keys: Roland's signature D-BEAM lets you shape sounds with a wave of your hand over an infrared sensor, while the classic pitch bend/modulation lever, two assignable knobs, two assignable switches, and dedicated octave and transpose buttons keep expressive tools within reach. USB bus power means one cable connects the A-49 to your computer, and a 5-pin MIDI output drives external synths and sound modules.

At 2.5 kg and under 33 inches wide, the A-49 slides into a gig bag or across a studio desk without a fight, works with an iPad via the Camera Connection Kit, and includes an Ableton Live Lite license to get productions rolling right away.

Key Features

• 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys with premium-grade action and rounded key shape
• D-BEAM infrared controller plus pitch bend/modulation lever for expressive performance
• 2 assignable knobs and 2 assignable switches for hands-on control of your software
• USB bus-powered (no AC adapter needed) with 5-pin MIDI OUT for external hardware
• Slim, lightweight 2.5 kg design; iPad compatible via Camera Connection Kit; includes Ableton Live Lite

Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 49 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity
• Controllers: D-BEAM, pitch bend/modulation lever, 2 assignable knobs (C1/C2), 2 assignable switches (S1/S2)
• Buttons: Octave +/- with LED indicators, Transpose, Function
• Connections: USB Type-B (computer), MIDI OUT (5-pin DIN)
• Power: USB bus power (98 mA current draw)
• Dimensions: 836 x 182 x 84 mm (32-15/16 x 7-3/16 x 3-5/16 in)
• Weight: 2.5 kg (5 lbs 9 oz)
• Color: Black

What's Included

• Owner's manual
• USB cable
• Ableton Live Lite serial number card