For Immediate Release

Rebecca Eaddy
Marketing Communications Manager
Roland Corporation U.S.
(323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Eaddy@RolandUS.com

NEW KC KEYBOARD AMPS AND POWERED SUB

A Worthy Update to the World’s Most Popular Keyboard Amp Line

Frankfurt, March 5, 2003 — Roland is proud to announce its next-generation of KC-Series Stereo Mixing Keyboard Amplifiers. Consisting of the 180-watt KC-550, the 120-watt KC-350 and the 60-watt KC-150, these new amps all offer more of the features keyboard players need—like convenient 4-channel operation, a stereo Auxiliary input (RCA type) and XLR Microphone input, and compatibility with an optional powered subwoofer like the new KCW-1. In addition to the common features mentioned above, the affordable KC-150 offers 60 watts of power via a 12-inch speaker and piezo tweeter. It includes onboard 2-band EQ for adjusting the tone, plus the ability to mount the speaker on conventional speaker stands.

Moving up to the KC-350, users gain a powerful 120-watt amplifier with a 12-inch speaker and horn tweeter, along with 3-band EQ and a unique Shape switch for quick tonal adjustment. The KC-350 also features a convenient Output Select switch for selecting the monitor sound destination, plus 1/4-inch Line outputs for connecting to recording devices, and Stereo Link for chaining two amps for stereo applications. The flagship KC-550 includes all the features of the KC-350, along with a more powerful 180-watt amplifier, 15-inch speaker and horn tweeter, and XLR Line outputs for connecting to a mixing console.

All three amps feature a Subwoofer output for direct connection to the optional KCW-1 Powered Subwoofer. This 200-watt sub delivers punchy low end to any sub-out equipped amp, or to standard amplifiers via a stereo Thru output. The KCW-1 offers simple controls including a Crossover knob, Phase switch and Shape switch.

Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products and music accessories. For more information, contact Roland Corporation U.S., 5100 S. Eastern Ave., P.O. Box 910921, Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921, (323) 890-3700 (x3718 for media use only).