Roland FR-4X-RD V-Accordion (piano type - red)

Accordions have always been valued for their portability and expressiveness. The new FR-4x proves that this also applies to the Roland V-Accordions. Thanks to its light, compact design, pressure-dependent bellows response and a full-range speaker system, the FR-4x will quickly feel familiar even to fans of acoustic accordions. Equipped with the sound generation of Roland flagship FR-8x, it offers a wide range of accordion sounds that can also be played back via headphones or a sound system if required. External instruments can be controlled via the MIDI output, and playing can be conveniently recorded using a USB stick. Despite its traditional appearance and familiar playing feel, the Roland FR-4x is the perfect accordion for contemporary music making. 37 treble keys and 120 bass buttons Compact, lightweight housing Sound generation and user interface of the flagship FR-8x Headphone jack and line outputs 100 accordion sound sets (67 presets), 162 orchestral and 32 organ sounds, 3 drum sets Integrated chorus, reverb and rotary effects Integrated audio recorder Fast and accurate response thanks to bellows pressure sensor Adjustment screw for the desired bellows resistance Powerful, internal amplifier system (2 speakers + 1 tweeter) Easy-to-read LC display 4 expansion slots for sound expansion (Balkan and Dallapé expansions are already installed at the factory) FR-4x Editor for convenient programming USB port and MIDI IN/OUT jacks USB port for playing and recording audio files Power supply via power supply or 10 AA batteries Available in black or red; Made in Italy Editable tones for absolute musical flexibility An acoustic accordion only has a certain sound character. Thanks to the sound generation of the flagship FR-8x, the FR-4x has the sounds of a complete orchestra and thus offers the right tones for every style of music. Perhaps you only use the 100 accordion sets with which you can switch in a flash between a French musette and a Russian bayan instrument, or you dare to try out the 162 orchestral tones such as organ, strings and bass guitar. Change the sound using the chorus, reverb and rotary effects. And if you want, you can play drum sounds on the FR-4x as well as melodic instruments. Countless sound parameters can be modified quickly and effectively or you can download complete sound extensions from the Roland website. The FR-4x thus opens up immense creative possibilities. Plenty of connection options at home, during rehearsals, in the studio or on stage - the Roland FR-4x is suitable for all applications. The headphone jack allows you to play without disturbing other people. The integrated speaker system with its powerful full-range sound is completely sufficient in many situations. For example, a Roland BK-7m arranger module can be controlled via the MIDI output so that you have suitable accompaniment right away. For more demanding performances, the FR-4x offers line outputs that can be connected directly to the sound system. This eliminates the need for complicated microphones. The traditional digital accordion If you already own an acoustic accordion, you automatically expect a differentiated response and a high level of comfort. In this respect, the Roland FR-4x is no different from an acoustic accordion. Its 37-note treble keyboard and 120 bass buttons fit perfectly in the hand and the pressure-sensitive bellows have the usual influence on dynamics and articulation. The built-in technology makes it an extremely versatile, portable instrument that can be powered either by an AC adapter or AA batteries. Play along with playbacks or make your own recordings The USB MEMORY port provides access to one of the most ingenious functions of the Roland FR -4x. Connect a USB stick with your favorite songs, start playback and play along live . The FR -4x also has a recorder for recording your own pieces, which can be easily transferred to a computer via USB stick. Of course, you can archive your own settings on the USB stick.