Roland A-88 MKII 88-key Keyboard Controller

On top of its incredible piano-like feel, the Roland A-88 MKII Controller provides many assignable knobs, pads, and program controls, to give you access to all of the functionality of your favorite virtual instruments and analog noisemakers. Bus-powered over USB-C with USB-MIDI and 5-pin DIN I/O, the A-88 MKII is well suited for hybrid studios and integrates seamlessly with your DAW of choice.  A-88 is durably constructed with an attractive look that will add some pizzazz to your creative space.

Roland PHA-4 keybed, with escapement and ivory-feel keys

Roland’s renowned PHA-4 keybed, which features weighted escapement and ivory-feel keys, for an immersive playing experience that draws out expressive performances. You can fine-tune the A-88 MKII’s sensitivity and responsiveness to complement your playing style. And, it sits in a slim, robustly built housing, sized for home and project studios.

Ample control over your hardware synths and virtual instruments

The modern production environment relies on a combination of virtual and real-world instruments, with software and analog synths living side by side, along with orchestral software, drum programs, and a bevy of music-making technologies. Having a reliable and full-featured controller at the center of your production environment streamlines your workflow, clearing away obstructions to your creative process. The A-88 MKII is designed to occupy that role with a selection of critical controls that are intuitively configured, including eight assignable pads and eight assignable control knobs, an onboard arpeggiator, keyboard split selection, octave up and down, push-button transposition, pitch/mod wheel, 3-customizable key zones, and a number of program controls. So, you’ll have what you need to get the most out of your MIDI instruments.