With the incredible new FR-8x, Roland has perfected the synergy between traditional accordion playability and modern digital power. The latest flagship piano-type V-Accordion is jam-packed with features and enhancements developed with input from the world’s top players, bringing a previously unattained level of expression and versatility to every accordionist. Innovative Dynamic Bellows Behaviour 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-8x V-Accordion ushers in a new era of creative freedom for players everywhere.
Flagship piano-type V-Accordion, filled with many enhancements requested by pro accordionists
Newly developed Dynamic Bellows Behaviour technology emulates the true bellows response of an acoustic accordion in every register
Simple and convenient onboard battery charging with an AC adapter
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 colour 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
Recording, audio playback, and more via convenient USB memory; USB COMPUTER port for integrating with MIDI music software
