Roland E-A7 61-Key Expandable Arranger
Roland E-A7 61-Key Expandable Arranger With Authentic Sounds & Styles
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61-Key Expandable Arranger
Roland - E-A7
A WORLD OF SOUNDS AND BACKING STYLES AT YOUR FINGERTIPSThe Roland E-A7 is a versatile arranger keyboard for musicians that require professional sounds and authentic backing styles from across the world. Using the E-A7 is quick and simple thanks to its logical dual-screen layout—styles on the left and sounds on the right, with most options having dedicated, quick-access buttons.
You can import WAV files to create your own instruments, or even sample directly from the keyboard. Using the powerful E-A7 Tone Manager software, you can use your computer to edit and organize user tones and drum kits, work with samples, and more. Singers will appreciate the microphone input with dedicated vocal effects, while the whole keyboard is easy to gig with, weighing in at just 8 kg/18 lbs. Wherever you’re going with your music, the E-A7 will help you get there.
at a glance
• Huge library of backing styles from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America
• Powerful arranger engine with direct control buttons and versatile, one-touch performance options
• Logical dual-screen layout, with backing styles on the left and sounds on the right
• 156 dedicated buttons for fast access to commonly used functions
• Over 1,500 versatile tones from all over the world
• WAV file import and onboard sampling function
• Microphone input with dedicated vocal effects
An Entire World of Sound at Your Fingertips
Authentic Arrangements from All Over the WorldAlthough the E-A7 excels at Western music, it’s equally as good for music from other parts of the world, with a vast range of global backing styles crafted by skilled musicians from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America. It doesn’t matter where in the world you play it—the E-A7 will fit right in.
The E-A7 offers over 1,500 essential sounds including grand piano, electric piano, organ, strings, brass, and much more. There are instruments from all over the world too, including authentic sounds from the vibrant musical cultures of the Middle East, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, and Eastern Europe. Every sound has been developed in collaboration with accomplished musicians—each one an expert in their local music scene—for the utmost realism and quality. As the sounds are categorized by region, you can find the perfect sound for your music quickly and easily.
Expand the Onboard Sounds
WAV Sample ImportThe 1,500 built-in tones of the E-A7 are just the beginning. Most gigging musicians have collected a library of tried-and-tested samples over many years, and you can use them in the E-A7 thanks to the WAV import option.
Along with this, the E-A7 features an onboard sampling function for creating your own custom sounds, such as drum beats or even backing vocals. Everything you need to polish the sound, including applying effects, is already on board. You can arrive at the gig, try out ideas at the sound check, and quickly perfect your sound before the show begins.
Fast, Logical Layout
Backing Styles on the Left, Tones on the RightSome arranger keyboards include a lot of functions, but this often makes them complicated and difficult to use—not ideal when you’re in front of a crowd of people expecting a great night out.
The E-A7 is logically laid out, showing backing styles on the left and sounds on the right, and each side has its own LCD screen showing the essential information. And with 156 buttons for fast access to the functions you use most, you’ll spend more time playing and less time rushing to find the right button.
All the Essentials
Plug in the Mic, Set the Level, and SingWhen you’re at a gig, you just need things to work, and the E-A7 gives direct access to the most common functions needed whilst playing. Six phrase pads trigger one-shot audio samples or MIDI phrases just where you need them. You can define and switch to alternate musical scales at the touch of a button. There are also six sliders that can adjust the volume of the various parts, such as drums, bass, and the accompaniment. You also get seven user-assignable buttons above the pitch-bend lever for your own custom requirements; whatever you need to do, you can do it right away without taking your hand off the lever.
If vocals are an important part of your repertoire, the E-A7 has a microphone input along with dedicated volume controls on the front panel. It’s simple to use—just turn the knob to instantly adjust the vocal level, with no menus in sight. You also get an array of pro-grade vocal effects to enhance to your performance, with a versatile selection of editable reverbs and delays on board.
Lightweight Baby!
No Pain, All GainAlthough it’s great to bring everything you need to the gig, carrying a heavy keyboard is often a pain. The E-A7 makes life easy for gigging musicians in two ways: firstly, it has everything necessary for a great performance, so there are no extra boxes and wires to weigh you down.
Secondly, its lightweight design makes it easy to transport to and from the show. Packing a lot of power into a compact 61-key format, the only pain you’ll get from the E-A7 is having to do yet another encore—which is a good problem to have.
Versatile Song Player
Supports SMF & WAV/MP3 AudioThe E-A7’s onboard song player reads Standard MIDI Files (SMF) as well as WAV and MP3 audio files. Comprehensive playback options enable you to repeat a section of the song or jump to a different section.
If you’re using WAV files, you can reduce the presence of any vocals using the Center Cancel feature, leaving space for your own voice. You can even record your entire performance as a WAV file and save it to USB memory—a great way to promote your music and get more bookings.
Flexible User Programs
Manage User Tones/Drum Kits, Samples & More on Your ComputerAS the E-A7 has plenty of buttons and sliders, most of the “must-haves” are ready at your fingertips. You can also store a variety of settings within a single program, including the on/off status of essentials like Part, Auto Fill, and Input EFX. This additional layer of control means you can easily customize the keyboard’s setup for each song during the gig. Programs from Roland’s BK arranger series can also be accessed directly from a USB memory stick.
The E-A7 Tone Manager software allows you to enhance your E-A7 experience using a Mac or Windows computer. Librarian, editor, and sample creator functions are available for building user tones and drum kits, adjusting performance setups, and managing all your E-A7 tone data. With multiple parameters shown on your large computer display, it’s even easier to customize and organize E-A7 settings for any musical situation.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Number of Keys | 61 |
|---|---|
| Velocity Sensitive | Adjustable |
| Polyphony | 128 |
| Presets | 1500 tones, over 100 drum kits |
| Effects Types | Reverb, chorus, MFX, EQ, compressor |
| Audio Recording | WAV format, 16-bit/44.1kHz |
| Audio Inputs | 2 x 1/4" (line/mic), 1 x 1/8" (aux in) |
| Audio Outputs | 2 x 1/4" (left, right) |
| USB | USB Type A (flash memory drive), USB Type B (to host) |
| MIDI I/O | In/Out |
| Headphones | 1 x 1/4" |
| Pedal Inputs | 3 x 1/4" (hold, expression, control) |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes |
| Power Supply | AC adapter included |
| Dimensions | Width: 41.18" Height: 5.37" Depth: 12.56" |
| Weight | 17 lbs. 7 oz. |
