Edirol PCR-800 61-Key USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller
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Setting new standards in portable midi control.
Overview
Introducing the next generation of EDIROL’s popular MIDI keyboard controllers. In addition to providing more physical controls than previous models, the PCR-800 also offers new innovative and intuitive controls. This controller is solidly built, and optimized for both music production and live performance.
50 x Assignable Controllers
The new PCR Series offers all the controls of previous models, but with the addition of even more controls that allow players to maximize the playability and operability of their MIDI hardware and software.
Assignable Controls & 18 x Velocity Pads
The new PCR Series has all the existing controls of the previous range, but adds exciting new features, such as velocity pads -- perfect for playing drums and triggering sampler phrases. These precision pads can operate as buttons or velocity pads, and the handy LED indicators identify which of the two modes is selected.
Unique Crossfader & Long-Throw Sliders
The new Crossfader allows control of two parameters at the same time, and can be used to control synthesizer filters, DJ gestures and more. The new longer-throw sliders can control eight track faders and one master fader, or function as organ drawbars.
High-Quality Keyboards with Aftertouch
The new ultra-sensitive keyboards provide a wider dynamic range under the player's fingertips, while new aftertouch sensors allow the keyboardist to play more expressively. Smooth key action, keys shaped for comfortable glissando playing, silent operation,… read more and stable key mounting all contribute to the enhanced playability of these keyboards.
Intelligent "Dynamic Mapping" and Editor Software
Dynamic Mapping allows the PCR to automatically assign its physical controls to the most important parameters (e.g. in the current window of the software being used). Fifteen user memory locations are provided for storing your favorite setups. When using software that's not compatible with Dynamic Mapping, you can manually configure the Control Map settings from the PCR itself or the included PCR Editor Software (Mac or Win).
Side Panel Connections for Streamlined Routing
The rear panel of the keyboard is free of connections so that you can easily have a computer display (e.g. LCD monitor), ASCII keyboard, mouse & mouse pad, or laptop computer behind the keyboard -- in the ideal position for use. This is especially beneficial for educational users in classrooms where space is often restricted. All connections are located on the left side - USB, MIDI IN/OUT plus separate Hold and Expression pedal ports. The PCR keyboard works with USB bus power. AC adaptor not required. (The optional PSB series AC Adaptor is sold separately.) A MIDI Merge capability from the MIDI input to either the MIDI output (or to the computer via USB) is also provided, and is convenient for advanced MIDI systems.
Features
61 velocity-sensitive keys, now with aftertouch
50 fully assignable controls, and editor software (Mac & PC)
18 velocity pads
New, unique crossfader feature
High-quality keyboard mechanism, and durable, stable body
"Dynamic Mapping" -- intelligent assignment of controls
Convenient location of connections on side panel
USB bus-powered
MIDI merge
"Cakewalk Production Plus Pack" included (SONAR LE, Project 5 LE, and Dimension LE) read less
50 x Assignable Controllers
The new PCR Series offers all the controls of previous models, but with the addition of even more controls that allow players to maximize the playability and operability of their MIDI hardware and software.
Assignable Controls & 18 x Velocity Pads
The new PCR Series has all the existing controls of the previous range, but adds exciting new features, such as velocity pads -- perfect for playing drums and triggering sampler phrases. These precision pads can operate as buttons or velocity pads, and the handy LED indicators identify which of the two modes is selected.
Unique Crossfader & Long-Throw Sliders
The new Crossfader allows control of two parameters at the same time, and can be used to control synthesizer filters, DJ gestures and more. The new longer-throw sliders can control eight track faders and one master fader, or function as organ drawbars.
High-Quality Keyboards with Aftertouch
The new ultra-sensitive keyboards provide a wider dynamic range under the player's fingertips, while new aftertouch sensors allow the keyboardist to play more expressively. Smooth key action, keys shaped for comfortable glissando playing, silent operation,… read more and stable key mounting all contribute to the enhanced playability of these keyboards.
Intelligent "Dynamic Mapping" and Editor Software
Dynamic Mapping allows the PCR to automatically assign its physical controls to the most important parameters (e.g. in the current window of the software being used). Fifteen user memory locations are provided for storing your favorite setups. When using software that's not compatible with Dynamic Mapping, you can manually configure the Control Map settings from the PCR itself or the included PCR Editor Software (Mac or Win).
Side Panel Connections for Streamlined Routing
The rear panel of the keyboard is free of connections so that you can easily have a computer display (e.g. LCD monitor), ASCII keyboard, mouse & mouse pad, or laptop computer behind the keyboard -- in the ideal position for use. This is especially beneficial for educational users in classrooms where space is often restricted. All connections are located on the left side - USB, MIDI IN/OUT plus separate Hold and Expression pedal ports. The PCR keyboard works with USB bus power. AC adaptor not required. (The optional PSB series AC Adaptor is sold separately.) A MIDI Merge capability from the MIDI input to either the MIDI output (or to the computer via USB) is also provided, and is convenient for advanced MIDI systems.
Features
61 velocity-sensitive keys, now with aftertouch
50 fully assignable controls, and editor software (Mac & PC)
18 velocity pads
New, unique crossfader feature
High-quality keyboard mechanism, and durable, stable body
"Dynamic Mapping" -- intelligent assignment of controls
Convenient location of connections on side panel
USB bus-powered
MIDI merge
"Cakewalk Production Plus Pack" included (SONAR LE, Project 5 LE, and Dimension LE) read less
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(17 ratings)
Submitted December 18, 2009 by a customer from musicmound.com
"You cannot go wrong with a Roland keyboard!!"
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I have never had a Roland product fail me. This one will be with me until it becomes obsolete . . .
Sound
I chose a 10 here because I believe this unit rates a 10 overall but this is a midi controller and has "no" internal sounds so this question does not actually apply.
Features
I will refrain from becoming too wordy in this review but I will say here that this unit offers at least as good, and in most cases "better", features than other manufacturers offering studio type midi controller keyboards today.
Ease of Use
Like all "Roland" products, this unit is built and designed with the user in mind. The Edirol model keyboards by Roland are very user friendly. I am using my Edirol PCR-800 in my studio with Logic Studio, Pro Tools, Sonar Producer, and Cubase, and it works well with all of these.
Quality
Okay, here's where the rubber meets the road . . . quality. I purchased my first synth in 1983 and it was a Roland. I became a Roland fan at that time. Through the years, on occasions, I have purchased other brands that were in the limelight at the time, but I have always came back to Roland, which manufactures Edirol. I have owned Korg, Yamaha, and as of late, M-Audio keyboards to give them a try, but I will always remain with Roland for my main keyboard. (My mainstay keyboard has been a Roland XP-80 since they were introduced in the 90's.) I may own other… read more brand sound modules, such as the Yamaha Motif-Rack I have today, but my keyboard will always be a Roland due to the quality. With this in mind, I did try out other USB computer studio keyboards, such as those offered by M-Audio, but when it came time to lay down my cash I had to go with a Roland, the Edirol PCR-800. There is no comparison to the higher quality of the Edirol over other brands.
Value
What can I say? You want value? Put your hard earned funds in a keyboard designed and manufactured by Roland.
Manufacturer Support
Since 1983 I have had to contact Roland for support two times (back in the 80's) and I can tell you that there is no better support than that of Roland.
Musical Background:
Musician, song writer, reecording engineer . . .
Musical Style:
Country and progressive rock (Yes type stuff) read less
Sound
I chose a 10 here because I believe this unit rates a 10 overall but this is a midi controller and has "no" internal sounds so this question does not actually apply.
Features
I will refrain from becoming too wordy in this review but I will say here that this unit offers at least as good, and in most cases "better", features than other manufacturers offering studio type midi controller keyboards today.
Ease of Use
Like all "Roland" products, this unit is built and designed with the user in mind. The Edirol model keyboards by Roland are very user friendly. I am using my Edirol PCR-800 in my studio with Logic Studio, Pro Tools, Sonar Producer, and Cubase, and it works well with all of these.
Quality
Okay, here's where the rubber meets the road . . . quality. I purchased my first synth in 1983 and it was a Roland. I became a Roland fan at that time. Through the years, on occasions, I have purchased other brands that were in the limelight at the time, but I have always came back to Roland, which manufactures Edirol. I have owned Korg, Yamaha, and as of late, M-Audio keyboards to give them a try, but I will always remain with Roland for my main keyboard. (My mainstay keyboard has been a Roland XP-80 since they were introduced in the 90's.) I may own other… read more brand sound modules, such as the Yamaha Motif-Rack I have today, but my keyboard will always be a Roland due to the quality. With this in mind, I did try out other USB computer studio keyboards, such as those offered by M-Audio, but when it came time to lay down my cash I had to go with a Roland, the Edirol PCR-800. There is no comparison to the higher quality of the Edirol over other brands.
Value
What can I say? You want value? Put your hard earned funds in a keyboard designed and manufactured by Roland.
Manufacturer Support
Since 1983 I have had to contact Roland for support two times (back in the 80's) and I can tell you that there is no better support than that of Roland.
Musical Background:
Musician, song writer, reecording engineer . . .
Musical Style:
Country and progressive rock (Yes type stuff) read less
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