A WORLD OF SOUNDS AND BACKING STYLES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
The E-A7 is a versatile arranger keyboard for musicians needing professional sounds and authentic backing styles from all over the world. Using the E-A7 is fast and intuitive thanks to its logical dual-screen layout-styles on the left and sounds on the right, with most options having dedicated, quick-access buttons. You can import WAV files to create your own instruments, or even sample directly from the keyboard. And with the powerful E-A7 Tone Manager software, you can use your computer to edit and organize user tones and drum kits, work with samples, and more. Singers will appreciate the microphone input with dedicated vocal effects, while the whole keyboard is easy to gig with, weighing in at just 8 kg/18 lbs. Wherever you’re going with your music, the E-A7 will help you get there.
Over 1,500 versatile tones from all over the world
WAV file import and onboard sampling function
Huge library of backing styles from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America
Powerful arranger engine with direct control buttons and versatile, one-touch performance options
156 dedicated buttons for fast access to commonly used functions
Logical dual-screen layout, with backing styles on the left and sounds on the right
Microphone input with dedicated vocal effects
Easy to carry and transport, weighing just 8 kg/18 lbs.
E-A7 Tone Manager (Windows/Mac) for creating user tones and drum kits, importing and editing samples, and organizing E-A7 setups
Version 2.00 update provides additional styles and operation enhancements based on user feedback
Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard Overview
Extensive Global Backing Styles
The E-A7 excels not only at Western music but also offers an impressive range of global backing styles crafted by skilled musicians from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America. Wherever you play, the E-A7 fits right in.
A World of Sounds at Your Fingertips
Over 1,500 essential tones including grand piano, electric piano, organ, strings, brass, and more.
Authentic instruments from vibrant musical cultures such as the Middle East, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, and Eastern Europe.
Sounds developed in collaboration with accomplished local musicians for maximum realism.
Region-categorized sound library for quick and easy access.
Expand Your Sound with WAV Sample Import
Import your own WAV samples to use in performances.
Onboard sampling function for creating custom sounds, beats, or backing vocals.
Built-in sound polishing tools and effects.
Intuitive Layout for Quick Performance
Logical panel design: backing styles on the left, tones on the right.
Dual LCD screens for instant information display.
156 dedicated buttons for fast access to essential functions.
All the Essentials for Live Performances
Six phrase pads for triggering audio samples or MIDI phrases.
Easy switching between alternate musical scales.
Six sliders for adjusting volume levels of drums, bass, and accompaniment.
Seven user-assignable buttons above the pitch-bend lever for personalized control.
Built-In Microphone Input with Vocal Effects
Dedicated mic input with front panel volume control.
Professional-grade reverb and delay effects for vocals.
Instant vocal level adjustment-no complicated menus.
Lightweight and Gig-Ready
Weighs only 8 kg (18 lbs), easy to transport.
Complete performance solution with minimal setup.
Compact 61-key format, powerful sound in a portable design.
Versatile Song Player
Supports Standard MIDI Files (SMF), WAV, and MP3 formats.
Playback control features: repeat sections, jump to different parts.
Center Cancel function for WAV files to minimize existing vocals.
Record full performances as WAV files directly to USB memory.
Flexible User Programs for Custom Setups
Store and recall comprehensive performance setups.
Direct access to Roland BK-series programs via USB memory stick.
Customize settings like Part status, Auto Fill, and Input EFX per song.
E-A7 Tone Manager Software for PC/Mac
Manage user tones, drum kits, and samples via computer.
Editor, librarian, and sample creator functions.
Customize and organize E-A7 performance settings easily on a large screen.
Category
Specification
Keyboard
61 keys (with velocity)
Sound Generator
Maximum Polyphony: 128 voices (varies depending on load) Parts: 4 keyboard parts (UP1, UP2, UP3, LWR) + 16 song parts
Tones
- Preset: 1,500+ tones, 100+ drum kits (GM2 compatible) - User: 256 tones, 128 drum kits - 50 Favorite tones
Styles
- Preset Styles: 600+ - User Styles: Unlimited (stored on internal memory/USB) - Style Controls: Intro ×4, Main ×4, Fill ×4, Break, Ending ×4
One Touch Memories
4 programmable registrations per style
Style Editing
Instrument-oriented editing, Style Composer
Songs
- Formats: SMF (Format 0/1), KAR, MP3, WAV, MP3+CDG - Tempo: 20-250 BPM (SMF/Style), 75-125% (MP3/WAV)
Song Functions
Track Mute, Center Cancel, Song Chord Extractor, Lyrics Display (SMF, KAR, MP3), SMF Makeup Tools, Mark & Jump (4 locations)
Audio Recording
16-bit linear, 44.1 kHz, WAV format
Demo Song
Yes
Effects
- Reverb: 8 types - Chorus: 8 types - MFX: 84 types - Master EQ: 6 presets + 1 user - Master Compressor: 6 presets + 1 user
Input Effect
Reverb (6 types), Delay (2 types)
User Programs
- Preset: 500+ (Music Assistant + Preloaded) - User: Up to 100 per set - Unlimited User Program Sets
Sampling/Sample Import
- Format: 16-bit linear, 44.1 kHz, WAV - 128 MB Wave Expansion Memory - 512 samples - Multisample function
Scale Tunings
- 3 User Memories + Equal Temperament - Instant Quarter-Tone Tuning (C-B) - Save tunings in User Programs
Pads
6 pads (phrases, tones, stop pad, tempo-synced with styles/SMF)
Style/Song Finder
Yes
Controllers
- Assignable Lever - 7 Assignable Switches - Assignable Control Pedal - 6 Part Level Sliders
Display
Dual Graphic LCD (160 × 160 dots × 2, backlit)
Connectors
- PHONES (stereo 1/4" jack) - OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) 1/4" jacks - EXT IN (stereo mini-jack) - INPUT (L/MONO or MIC, R) 1/4" jacks - PEDAL (HOLD, EXPRESSION, CONTROL) - MIDI (IN, OUT) - USB MEMORY port - USB COMPUTER port - DC IN jack
Speakers
2 × 10 cm
Rated Power Output
2 × 12 W
Power Supply
AC Adaptor, Current Draw: 1,500 mA
Accessories
Owner's Manual, Music Rest, AC Adaptor, Power Cord
Optional Accessories
KS-11Z Keyboard Stand, DP series / FS-5U Pedal Switch, EV-5 Expression Pedal, USB Flash Memory (Roland recommended)
Dimensions
Width: 1,045 mm (41-3/16") Depth: 318 mm (12-9/16") Height: 136 mm (5-3/8")
Weight
7.9 kg (17 lbs. 7 oz.) (excluding AC adaptor and music rest)