BK-5

Backing Keyboard

  • GM2
  • GS
  • XG Lite
  • USB
  • MIDI Visual Control
  • SMF with Lyrics
  • USB Memory
  • Roland Wireless Connect

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Information

(01/21/2013)
BK-5 System Program Version 1.04 Now Available!
Adds compatibility with Lyrics Viewer, User Scale, and BK Partner app for iPad.

(01/21/2013)
App Store Lyrics Viewer Now Available on the App Store!
This handy iPad app displays the lyrics of songs you play on a compatible Roland keyboard.

(01/21/2013)
App Store User Scale Now Available on the App Store!
Change the tuning scale of your Roland keyboard.

(01/21/2013)
App Store BK Partner Now Available on the App Store!
Browse, select, and control the sounds ("Tones") and musical accompaniments ("Rhythms") of your Roland BK instrument.

(12/05/2012)
Roland Content Portal site open!
Buy a world of musical styles and enjoy playing your Roland instrument.

(12/03/2012)
App StoreShow Your Music Now Available on the App Store!
Show Your Music lets you share your recorded musical creations and videoclips with friends via social networks.

Number One for One-Man Bands

One keyboard, one keyboardist…. With the debut of the BK-5, Roland proudly sets another milestone in the history of auto-accompaniment instruments. The BK-5 features high-quality, fresh sounds combined with an easy user interface and advanced features. It’s the perfect partner for the “one-man band” as well as music hobbyists and amateurs.

  • - Self-contained, do-everything keyboard with auto-accompaniment engine and built-in sound system
  • - Wide selection of sounds, Music Assistants, and Rhythms that cover a wide landscape of musical genres (including East-Europe, Latin-America, Asia, and more)
  • - Friendly graphical user interface
  • - Onboard effects, including reverb, chorus, EQ, multi-band compressor, and dozens of multi-effects
  • - Music rhythm compatibility with Roland BK-7m/E-series/ G-series/VA-series instruments
  • - Compatible with backing formats (SMF, MP3, WAV, and Rhythm) directly from USB memory; instant audio recording onto USB memory
  • - Automatic chord detection for SMF files
  • - Video output to share SMF/MP3 Lyrics with friends or the audience on an external screen

Variation

  • BK-5 OR
    <Sounds and rhythms from the Middle East, Turkey, and North Africa >

Sound Generator

The BK-5 is powered by a state-of-the-art Roland sound engine, packed with over 1,100 great sounds and dozens of drum and percussion kits. The instrument is able to handle 128 voices simultaneously, and is compatible with a variety of voicing formats, including GM2, GS, and XG Lite. Feed the BK-5 a Standard MIDI File, buckle up, and get ready for a great-sounding band!

Creative Control

In addition to playing MIDI Files with its internal sound generator, the BK-5 can also play and manipulate audio files. Play MP3 or WAV files via USB and use the onboard controls to change key signature and tempo to best suit your vocal range or performance style. You can also use the BK-5’s Center Cancel feature to minimize the vocals from pre-existing songs to create instant karaoke-style sing-along tracks.

USB Compatibility

To expand the capabilities of the BK-5, a USB port is provided for connecting to industry-standard USB storage devices such as a USB key or self-powered USB hard disk for playing and modifying/saving files. You can also use the USB port to record your performances as audio files (WAV, 44.1KHz/16-bit linear format) on a USB storage device.

Video Compatibility

The BK-5’s composite video output can be connected to an external monitor, which allows the audience or other musicians onstage to follow the lyrics and chord symbols of the performed song. Turn your show into a multimedia experience!

Keyboard
61 keys (velocity sensitive)
Display
160 x 160 dots Graphic LCD (with backlit)

Sound Generator

Max. Polyphony
128 voices (GM2/GS/XGlite compatible)
Sounds
1,172 tones, 60 Drum Sets
Multitimbral parts
3 real-time parts (UP1, UP2, LWR) + 16 song parts
Master Tuning
415.3 to 466.2 Hz
Key Control (Transpose)
-6 to +5 in semitones (for audio/MIDI data)
Tempo change
20 to 250 BPM for SMF and rhythms, 75 to 125% for mp3 and WAV files
Part mute functions
TRACK MUTE (Rhythms, SMF), CENTER CANCEL (mp3, WAV, AUDIO INPUT signals)

Effects

Real-time parts (UP1, UP2, LWR), Rhythms/SMF section
Reverb: 8 types (selectable via Makeup Tools)
Chorus: 8 types (selectable via Makeup Tools)
MFX: 84 types for real-time parts (selectable via Tone Part MFX)
MFX: A & B for rhythm and SMF section (selectable via Makeup Tools)
Parametric EQ: 6 presets + 1 User memory
Multi-band compressor: 6 presets + 1 User memory

Rhythm section

Rhythms
305 in 6 “Rhythm” families (localized rhythms for specific areas are included in the WORLD 1 and WORLD 2 families)
Rhythm Composer
Internal Rhythm Composer, SMF-to-Rhythm Converter provided as PC application (Windows) on the bundled CD-ROM
One Touch memories
4 programmable registrations per rhythm
Rhythm Makeup Tools
Instrument-oriented editing

Songs

Real-time player
SMF (Format 0/1), KAR, mp3, WAV, mp3+CDG
Song chord extractor
Automatic chord detection for SMF files
SMF Makeup Tools
Instrument-oriented editing

Performance Memories

Performance Lists
Unlimited number (storage on USB memory)
Over 500 “Music Assistant” memories (internal memory)
5 “Factory Song” memories (internal memory)
Performance memories per List
Max. 999
Search function
Quick location of SMF, audio and JPG files on the connected USB memory

Demo

Yes

Recording

Media
USB Flash memory
Song Save Format
Audio files: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear)

Video

Lyrics
SMF, mp3/WAV, mp3+CDG
Slide shows
Picture folder linked to songs (recommended resolution: 512 x 384 or 1024 x
768 pixels)

Other

Panel controls
Knobs: VOLUME, Rotary encoder: Data dial
Connectors
PHONES jack x2: Stereo 1/4" phone type
AUDIO INPUT jack: Stereo miniature phone type
AUDIO OUTPUT jacks (L/Mono, R/Mono): 1/4" phone type
USB COMPUTER connector (Type B, reception and transmission of MIDI data)
USB MEMORY (Type A, data storage devices)
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT): Visual Control function
VIDEO OUTPUT jack: RCA-type (CVBS, PAL or NTSC selectable)
Foot pedal jack: HOLD, SWITCH/EXPRESSION (programmable)
Speakers
10 cm x 2
Rated power output
12 W x 2
Power supply
AC adaptor
Power consumption
1100mA
Auto Off function
Off, 10 min, 30 min, 240 min
Accessories
Owner’s Manual, AC adaptor, Power cord (for connecting the AC adaptor), Music rest, CD-ROM (Style Converter 4.0, USB driver)
Option (sold separately)
USB Flash Memory: M-UF series, Pedal Switch: DP series, Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, Expression Pedal: EV series

Size and Weight （Without music rest）

Width (W)
1,044 mm41-1/8 inches
Depth (D)
317 mm12-1/2 inches
Height (H)
129 mm5-1/8 inches
Weight
7.5 kg16 lbs. 9 oz.

Weight excluding AC adaptor and music rest

Size and Weight （Including music rest）

Width (W)
1,044 mm41-1/8 inches
Depth (D)
317 mm12-1/2 inches
Height (H)
301 mm11-7/8 inches
Weight
7.5 kg16 lbs. 9 oz.

Weight excluding AC adaptor and music rest

All specifications and appearances are subject to change.


Option

Support

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