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Description

Explore the world of MIDI music creation with the Roland A-37 MIDI Keyboard Controller. Designed for musicians who crave versatility and expressive control, the A-37 is a robust tool for both studio and live performances. This MIDI keyboard controller boasts 76 velocity-sensitive keys, providing a semi-weighted action that feels natural under your fingers, perfect for dynamic playing styles.

The Roland A-37 offers comprehensive MIDI functionality, making it compatible with a wide range of MIDI-enabled devices. Whether you're controlling synthesizers, modules, or software, the A-37 provides seamless integration, enabling you to bring your musical ideas to life with ease. Its intuitive layout includes assignable sliders and buttons, allowing for real-time control over your sound parameters.

Additional features like dual and split keyboard modes offer enhanced playability, allowing you to layer sounds or divide the keyboard for multi-timbral performances. With its durable construction and user-friendly interface, the A-37 is a reliable choice for the traveling musician or studio enthusiast seeking a straightforward yet powerful MIDI controller.

Key Features:

  • 76 velocity-sensitive keys with semi-weighted action
  • Full MIDI compatibility with external devices
  • Assignable sliders and buttons for real-time sound control
  • Dual and split keyboard modes for versatile performance options
  • Durable construction suited for both studio and live environments
  • User-friendly interface for intuitive operation
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Studio Maestro Leandro Castro

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Studio Maestro Leandro Castro

Studio Maestro Leandro Castro

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Mauricios Tec

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Roland A-37.

Setup and maintenance

  • The A-37 requires connecting "MIDI Out A" to the USB-MIDI interface's "MIDI In" for proper setup, contrary to some users' initial attempts.

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Features and functionality

  • The A-37's dual MIDI outputs are independent; users can program each of the 128 patches to use them separately.

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  • The Roland A-37 is compatible with MIDI thru boxes, enabling connection to multiple devices while staying within 16 logical channels per output.

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Software and compatibility

  • Troubleshooting involves checking for class-compliant mode settings, similar to solutions used for other Roland models like the A-49.

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Use cases and applications

  • Users recommend using a MIDI thru box to connect additional devices like a JD-Xa, effectively expanding the A-37's connectivity.

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Comparisons

  • Modern MIDI controllers often lack more than two MIDI outs, unlike niche products like the Viscount K4 and K5, which offer up to 8 outputs but are costly.

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User experience

  • Some owners prefer traditional 5-pin MIDI over USB due to reliability concerns with USB's dependency on operating systems and manufacturer support.

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See how Greg Kurstin uses Roland A-37

Greg Kurstin

Music Producer

The Shins

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"My desktop Mac is an eight?core Intel with 8GB of memory, and I have Apogee Ensemble for going in and out of the computer, and Brent Averill BAE 1272 and BAE 312A preamps, plus a Universal Audio 1176 compressor. Almost everything I track goes through the 312A, then the 1176 and into the computer. Everything else is done in the box. My master keyboard is a Roland A37, my monitors are the Adam 7s, and I recently acquired an Adam Sub 8 bass speaker. My room has some acoustic treatment, with stuff above my head and in front of me. I also have a large selection of analogue keyboards, organs, Moogs, ARPs. I love these things and I have about everything from the '60s and '70s. I've sampled many of them in Logic's EXS24 sampler, so I have a bunch of unusual and imperfect?sounding sounds that I can use for writing and arranging.”

See how Didge Digital uses Roland A-37

Didge Digital

Keyboardist

FM

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Didge Digital can be seen using a Roland A-37, positioned directly above his Viscount DB-5, as evidenced by a photo on his Facebook artist page.

See how Franny Griffiths uses Roland A-37

Franny Griffiths

Keyboardist, Music Producer

Space

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Franny Griffiths uses the Roland A-37 MIDI controller during performances with Space, as shown on his Facebook page.

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