Roland FR-1X R
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Roland
FR-1X R
Product Info
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The FR-1X R is a solid entry point into the digital accordion world, especially for players wanting a compact, versatile instrument. It’s fantastic for students or gigging musicians needing a lighter, more reliable alternative to a traditional bellows accordion, offering a good range of sounds and a comfortable playing experience.
Product Description
- Roland FR-1X R
- Accordion
- 26 Keys velocity sensitive
- 72 Bass buttons velocity sensitive
- 128 voice polyphony
- Treble reed footages 4
- Bass reed footages 5
- 7 Accordion sets with 8 treble registers
- 4 orchestral sounds
- 3 bass registers
- 3 bass orchestra registers
- 5 orchestral chord registers
- 8 Registration memory locations
- replication of the accordion sounds like bellows
- Reeds
- LED Display
- New bellows sensor
- USB port for media storage
- MP3 and Wave Player
- Effects such as reverb and chorus
- Musette tuning
- Real-time control for volume
- Headphone port
- Line Out
- MIDI IN/OUT switchable
- Battery operation with rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (AA)
- Speakers: 2 x 7 Watt
- Weight: 6.5 kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 405 x 365 x 195 mm
- Colour: Red
- Includes: Carrying strap and power adapter (PSB-230EU)
- • Excellent velocity sensitivity across both treble and bass sections.
- • Roland’s modeling accurately captures accordion nuances, surprisingly convincing.
- • The integrated MP3/Wave player offers convenient backing track functionality.
- • Compact and relatively lightweight for a digital accordion, aiding portability.
- • The red finish, while striking, might not appeal to all traditionalists.
- • The 72 bass buttons offer a limited range compared to full-sized accordions.
- • While versatile, the sound leans toward a modern digital aesthetic, lacking true vintage warmth.
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