PC-80: USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
PC-80: USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
Features
The PC-80 is the easiest and most cost-effective way to put together your home studio or music lab. This 61-note keyboard offers power, flexibility, and a highly-expressive key mechanism. Unlike many compact USB keyboards, the PC-80 is designed to genuinely feel like a musical instrument. Each key is felt-lined and spring-loaded using a recently developed key mechanism that represents Roland’s 30 years of experience in the field. Never before has there been a USB MIDI Keyboard Controller built with the quality and technology of the PC-80. The PC-80 has built-in audio capabilities, and comes complete with a standalone GM2 software synth. This allows the PC-80 to function as a complete synth, all through one USB connection to the computer. Through this one connection, the PC-80 can draw power, send and receive MIDI, and send and receive audio.- 61 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys
- High-quality keyboard mechanism
- Split or Layer mode
- Octave-Shift buttons
- 12 selectable velocity curves
- 3-digit, 7-segment LED and rotary encoder
- Pitch-bender/modulation lever
- Expression & Sustain pedal ports
- USB-Bus powered
- AC adaptor included
- MIDI out port
- 24-bit/96kHz audio capability
- CoreAudio, WDM, ASIO 2.0, and OS-standard driver support
- Powerful low-latency driver performance
- Zero-latency Direct Monitoring
- Audio input (L/R)
- 2W + 2W built-in stereo amplifier and speaker
- 2 x 1/4" headphone ports
- Bass Enhancer
- Subwoofer output
- Software Synthesizer button provided
- Mac OSX and Windows XP/2000 support
- Up to 18-part multi-instrument playback: 2 parts for playing PC-80 and 16 parts for SMF playback
- Up to 256-voice polyphony: 128 for playing PC-80, 128 for SMF playback
- Built-in reverb, chorus/delay, and EQ
- SMF player/metronome functions
More Info
About the KeyboardThe PC-80 features a keyboard mechanism derived from Roland’s newest technology. It's specifically designed to offer a wide dynamic range with incredible subtlety. The redesigned keys offer a better response to the player's touch, while also reducing mechanical noise and eliminating vertical shake in the key stroke. The PC-80 allows you to send different key ranges to different MIDI channels, effectively allowing you to split the keyboard among different instruments or layer multiple instruments.
The PC-80 is designed to adapt to anyone’s playing style by offering 12 settings for velocity. It includes four curves, each with the choice of soft, medium, and hard playing style. To further the expressive capabilities of the PC-80, we’ve included both sustain and Expression pedal connections.
Audio Interface
The PC-80 functions much like a soundcard, connected to the computer through USB. It offers incredible audio resolution up to 24-bit/96kHz. The PC-80 offers stable low-latency audio drivers for both PC and Mac, for powerful performance. You can record using the two 1/4" inputs, play out through the RCA outputs, two separate headphone outs, as well as built-in speakers. The PC-80 is equipped with a Bass Enhancer as well as a sub-out for use with 2.1 speaker systems. The PC-80 also includes Direct Monitoring, allowing you to hear audio your recordings with zero latency.
Software Synth
This premium GM2 software synth represents Edirol's finest set of GM2 sounds packed into a powerful, stand-alone application for Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Mac OSX. When open, this synth can show up as a MIDI output device from your MIDI programs, offering you immediate access to incredible instruments, whether you’re using the PC-80 for notation, music education, or for sequencing. The software synth includes a standard MIDI file player and a metronome, 256 different instruments, nine drum sets, multi-timbral playback of up to 18 parts, and 256 note polyphony: two parts, 128-note polyphony for the live playback, and 16 parts, 128-note polyphony for SMF playback.
EDIROL designs its USB devices in accordance with USB specifications and has passed all compatibility tests, which are continuously held and organized by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF).
Specs
- PC-80 Hardware Specifications
- Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels
- Record: 1 pair of stereo
Playback: 1 pair of stereo
Full duplex (except for 96 kHz setting) - Signal Processing
- AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits
PC Interface: 24 bits - Master Volume Knob
- Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels
- Sampling Rate
- 44.1/48/96 kHz
- Nominal Input Level
- -45--0 dBu
- Input Impedance
- LINE: 15 k ohms
GUITAR, MIC: 680 k ohms - Maximam Output Level
- Audio Output Jacks (L,R): +5dBu
Audio Output Jack (SUBWOOFER): -2dBu - Output Impedance
- 1 k ohms
- Residual Noise Level
- -80 dBu or less (INPUT MONITOR: OFF, MASTER VOLUME: MAX, IHF-A, typ.)
- Connectors
- Audio Input Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type
Audio Output Jacks (L, R, SUBWOOFER): RCA phono type
Headphones Jacks: Stereo 1/4 inch phones type x 2
Hold Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch phone type
Expression Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch TRS phone type
MIDI OUT Connector
USB Connector
DC IN Connector - Keyboard
- 61 Keys (with velocity)
- Contorollers
- Master Volume Knob
MIDI Channel Button
Program Change Button
Software Synthesizer Button
Split Buttons (LOWER/UPPER)
Direct Monitor Button
Octave Shift Buttons (+/-)
Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever
Value Encoder
Audio Input Level Knob - Display
- 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)
- Rear Panel
- Power Switch (USB/OFF/DC)
Audio Input Level Knob - Power Supply
- DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) or USB Bus Power
- Current Draw
- 2000 mA (AC Adaptor)
500 mA (USB Bus Power) - Accessories
- AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)
CD-ROM (PC-80 Software, SONAR LE)
USB Cable
Owner's Manual
Roland Software License Agreement - Options
- Pedal Switch: DP-2
Expression Pedal: EV-5 - PC-80 Software Synthesizer Specifications
- Number of Part
- 18 (For Keyboard: 2, For MIDI Player: 16)
- Maximum Polyphony
- 256 (For Keyboard: 128, For MIDI Player: 128)
- Signal Processing
- 32-bit Floating Point Processing Precision
- Preset Tone
- 256 Tones + 9 Drum Sets (GM2 Compatible)
- User Tone
- 512 Tones + 128 Drum Sets
- Effects
- Reverb, Chorus, Part EQ
- Playable File Format
- Standard MIDI File (Format 0/1)
- Metronome Tempo
- Quarter note = 20 to 250
- PC-80 System Requirements (Windows)
- OS
- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home/XP Professional/2000 Professional
- Computer
- Windows(R)-compatible personal computer equipped with a USB port
- CPU/Clock
- Pentium(R), Celeron(TM), Intel-compatible Processor / 1.2 GHz or higher (2.0 GHz or higher is recommended)
- Memory
- 256MB or more
(512MB or more is recommended) - Free Hard Disk Space
- 300MB or more
- PC-80 System Requirements (Macintosh)
- OS
- Mac OS X v10.3 or later
- Computer
- Apple Macintosh computer equipped with a USB port
- CPU/Clock
- PowerPC G4/1.25 GHz or higher
(G5 or higher is recommended) - Memory
- 256MB or more
(512MB or more is recommended) - Free Hard Disk Space
- 100MB or more
- Size and Weight
- Width
- 1,000 mm
- 39-3/8 inches
- Depth
- 232 mm
- 9-3/16 inches
- Height
- 86 mm
- 3-7/16 inches
- Weight
- 4.1 kg
- 9 lbs. 1 oz.
- *0 dBu = 0.775 V rms
* Intel's SSE and AMD's 3D Now! optimized.
* This product has been test studied on representative computers that meet the system repuirements, but we cannot guarantee that it will operate on any computer that meets these requirements. Please be aware that even under the same conditions, differences in the operating environment many produce differences in processing capability. - *The specifications are subject to change without notice.
Accessories
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DR-30
Microphone
Roland deepens its audio product line with the introduction of three new microphones — two for the stage, one for the studio. |
DR-50
Microphone
Roland deepens its audio product line with the introduction of three new microphones — two for the stage, one for the studio. |
DR-80C
Microphone
Roland deepens its audio product line with the introduction of three new microphones — two for the stage, one for the studio. |
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DP-10
Damper Pedal
This well-built, real-feel pedal comes with a non-slip rubber plate — essential when performing on hardwood or slip-prone surfaces — and an extended cable (2.2m) for stacked multi-keyboard setups. |
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MA-7A
Stereo Micro Monitors
Stereo Reference monitors that deliver high-quality sound in confined recording environments. |
MA-15D
Digital Stereo Micro Monitors
Stereo Reference monitors that deliver high-quality sound in confined recording environments. |
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RH-200S
Stereo Headphones
Offer the clarity, sonic accuracy, and comfort needed for mixing and silent practice. |
Downloads & Updates
Downloads & Updates
- PC-80 Driver Version 1.0.0 for Mac OS X
- This is a driver for the EDIROL PC-80 on Mac OS X. This driver includes the PC-80 Software Synthesizer. When you install the driver, the PC-80 Software Synthesizer will also be installed.
- PC-80 Software Version 1.0.1 for Windows
- This software allows you to use the EDIROL PC-80 on Windows XP and Windows 2000.
The EDIROL PC-80 driver and the synthesizer are included in this software. - PC-80 Software Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista
- This software allows you to use the EDIROL PC-80 on Windows Vista.
The EDIROL PC-80 driver and the synthesizer are included in this software. - Clean-All USB Driver Utility
- This utility clears out all Roland USB Windows drivers and should be used if you are having difficulty installing your USB driver.
Note: You will have to reinstall the drivers for any other Roland device that is using a USB connection for Audio or MIDI.
Support
If you have questions about operating your Roland, BOSS or Edirol product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.
You can also contact our Product Support department by phone or email.
In addition, we have a library of Product Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.
Support Documents
- Edirol Interface Products 2007 (PDF)
- Audio Interfaces, MIDI Keyboard Controllers, MIDI Interfaces, Sound Synthesis, Desktop Speakers, Field Recorders, Visual Performance Software Console.
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