Best Midi Keyboards · Roland · Updated June 2026
A-49: specs and price (2026)
A-49 has a US price of $175 (Current street price per Thomann). Below is its full, sourced spec sheet — every value links to the source and the date we captured it.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $175 Current street price per Thomann |
|---|---|
| Brand | Roland |
| Released | 2012-10 |
| keys | 49 |
| key type | synth |
| drum pads | 0 |
| knobs | 2 |
| faders | 0 |
| aftertouch | No |
| connection | usb_midi_din |
| bundled software | Ableton Live Lite |
| release | 2012 |
Source: roland.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by thomannmusic.com. Verified on Thomann: $175, in stock, available since October 2012. 49 full-size velocity-sensitive synth-action keys, 2 assignable knobs (C1/C2), 2 switches, D-BEAM, no pads, no aftertouch, USB Type-B + 5-pin MIDI DIN out. Note some US retailers list $371-451 due to limited stock; Thomann $175 retained as the cited stable price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the A-49 cost?
The A-49 has a US price of $175 (Current street price per Thomann), as of 2026-06-19.
When was the A-49 released?
The A-49 was released 2012-10.
What are the A-49's key specs?
A-49 (Roland): keys 49, key type synth, drum pads 0, knobs 2, faders 0. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
How it compares
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