Roland FR-8XB Button-Type V-Accordion – Black Roland’s new FR-8xb has perfected the synergy between traditional accordion playability and modern digital power. Developed with input from the world’s top players, the latest flagship V-Accordion is jam-packed with features and enhancements-including a completely redesigned button-type keyboard-bringing a previously unattained level of expression and versatility to every accordionist. Innovative Dynamic Bellows Behavior technology delivers the true bellows response of an acoustic accordion, while the expanded sound set, four powerful multi-effects, an onboard looper, and much more offer a treasure chest of tools for dynamic musical exploration. Seamlessly fusing top-level technology with familiar acoustic tradition, the FR-8xb V-Accordion ushers in a new era of creative freedom for players everywhere. Flagship button-type V-Accordion, filled with many enhancements requested by pro accordionists Newly developed Dynamic Bellows Behavior technology emulates the true bellows response of an acoustic accordion in every register Simple and convenient onboard battery charging with an AC adapter Redesigned button-type keyboard with improved response, authentic look, and lower noise A large selection of accordion sounds from around the world, plus 180 orchestra and percussion sounds and world-class Virtual Tone Wheel organs Four powerful multi-effects engines (MFX), with dedicated MFX for Accordion, Orchestra 1, Orchestra 2, and Orchestra Chord sections All-new user interface, featuring a large, easy-to-read color display, intuitive panel layout, and three programmable chin switches for hands-free control of a variety of functions 1,400 user program memories allow players to save custom setups for every performing situation Onboard looper for creating instant backing accompaniment while performing Recording, audio playback, and more via convenient USB memory; USB COMPUTER port for integrating with MIDI music software
