
Roland A-49-BK MIDI Keyboard Controller Black

The Roland A-49-BK is a sleek, lightweight 49-key MIDI controller with velocity-sensitive keys, DAW integration, and assignable controls, designed for studio production, live performance, and virtual instrument control.


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Product Description
The Roland A-49-BK is a compact yet powerful MIDI controller, built for music producers, composers, and performers. With 49 full-sized, velocity-sensitive keys, it delivers a natural and expressive playing experience.
Equipped with dedicated pitch/modulation controls, assignable knobs, and octave buttons, the A-49-BK allows for seamless music production and live performance control. Its USB-powered design makes it highly portable, removing the need for an external power source.
The A-49-BK features a sleek black finish, perfect for modern studio setups. It also supports Roland’s SuperNATURAL sound engine, ensuring highly expressive performance capabilities. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and major DAWs, it’s an excellent choice for musicians looking for a versatile, responsive, and stylish MIDI controller.
- 49 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity.
- Lightweight and compact.
- Easy to use.
- Two knobs, two switches, and D-BEAM controller.
- USB bus powered; no AC adapter required.
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Product Specifications
Features | |
Keyboard | 49 keys (with velocity) |
Controllers | Buttons: S1, S2 (Assignable); Knobs: C1, C2 (Assignable); Foot Pedals: HOLD, EXPRESSION; Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever; D-BEAM Controller |
Buttons | [Function] button; [SuperNATURAL] button; [Octave +/-] button; [Transpose] button |
Display | Power Indicator LED; Octave Indicator LED |
Connectors | HOLD Pedal jack: 1/4-inch phone type; EXPRESSION Pedal jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type; MIDI OUT connector; USB COMPUTER port (USB Type B) |
Interface | USB |
Power Supply | Supplied from the computer via USB COMPUTER port |
Current Draw | 98 mA |
Accessories | Owner's Manual; USB Cable; Ableton Live Lite Serial Number Card |
Options (sold separately) | Pedal Switch (DP-2/DP-10); Expression Pedal (EV-5/EV-7) |
Width | 836 mm 32-15/16 inches |
Depth | 182 mm 7-3/16 inches |
Height | 84 mm 3-5/16 inches |
Weight | 2.5 kg 5 lbs. 9 oz |