Roland SK-500 GM/GS Synthesizer Keyboard
Powerful Sound Generation Capabilities in a Compact Body
Boasting a 49-key standard keyboard with touch sensitivity, and an internal sound generator with a maximum polyphony of 64 voices,
the SK-500 is packed with features that let you easily enjoy superior performances. To start, you get 1,608 internal tones and 63
internal drum sets (suitable for use with Roland's SC-8820, and conforming to industry-standard GM2 and GS formats).
Added to this, the SK-500 includes a comprehensive collection of instrument sounds from around the world, and provides for the
sounding of up to 32 parts at once, so you can enjoy an unprecedented amount of expressive capability.
Also onboard are 64 different insertion effects, which allow you to process the sound just about any way you could
want. Put it together, and the SK-500 provides you with expansive, high-quality musical expression in all musical
genres.
New Concept Keyboard with an Innovative Design
The SK-500's charming rounded design and fresh two-tone peppermint/ivory color motif make it a ready addition on
most any desktop. What's more, the two headphone jacks make this the perfect keyboard for lessons in the living
room, or for use in school music rooms.
Connects Easily with One USB Cable to Windows or Mac
Now, with a single USB cable, you can connect not only to Windows computers equipped with a USB port, but you
can also connect to iMac, iBook, G3 and G4 models, and other USB-ready Macs. And since the SK-500 also comes
standard with a serial computer connector, you can even use it with computers that are not equipped with a USB port.
The Freedom of Realtime Control
Use of the wheel controller and included pedal switch to get pitch bend and modulation effects, expression pedal
(optional), and octave shift provide a high degree of MIDI control. You can freely use realtime control during
performances, allowing you to reproduce melodies with subtlety and richness of expression. Selecting tones and
making MIDI settings is a snap, all just with the SK-500's keyboard and function switch.
Functions as a MIDI Interface
The SK-500 also includes a MIDI output connector. When connected to a computer with a USB or serial cable, this
port functions as a MIDI OUT interface. You can use this feature to connect to an external sound module for an even
more powerful system.
CD-ROM with Demo Songs and Software Included
The SK-500 comes with the "GS Advanced Editor" software, which allows you to edit tones graphically on your
computer's screen. Also included on the CD-ROM are demo songs that aptly demonstrate the SK-500's capabilities,
along with USB and serial drivers for Windows (Me/98/85/2000) and Mac OS.
Specifications:
- Number of parts : 32
- Maximum polyphony : 64 voices
- Internal Sounds : Instrument sounds 1,608 tones, 63 drum sets
- Effects : Reverb (8 types), Chorus (8 types), Delay (8 types), 2 Band Equalizer, Insertion Effect (64 types)
- Power supply (Power consumption) : AC 120V (10W)
- Dimensions : 844(W) x 210(D) x 73(H)mm (33-1/4" x 8-5/16" x 2-7/8")
- Weight : 1.7 kg (3 lbs. 12 oz.)
- Accessories : USB Cable, AC Adaptor, Audio Cables, Pedal Switch, Owner's Manual, Software CD-ROM
System Requirements:
Windows
- OS : Microsoft Windows 98/Me/2000 Professional
- Computer : Windows 98/Me/2000 Professional compatible computer with a USB connector conforming to USB specifications Ver.1.1
- CPU : MMX Pentium processor 166 MHz or higher
- Memory (RAM) : 64MB or more
Macintosh
- OS : MacOS 8.5 or later
- Computer : Apple Macintosh Series having USB port as the standard application
- CPU : PowerPC G3 233 MHz or higher
- Memory (RAM) : 64 MB or more
