Perfect for solo entertainers and home hobbyists alike, the BK-3 Backing Keyboard brings a new level of performance to entry-level auto-accompaniment instruments. Featuring a wide range of quality onboard sounds and rhythms, song playback via USB memory, built-in speakers and more, this portable, self-contained keyboard puts the power of a full ensemble under your fingertips. From one-person shows to social gatherings to personal practice, the BK-3 brings endless hours enjoyment for playing all musical styles. The BK-3 is filled with sounds and rhythms covering an extensive range of music genres from around the world, including Eastern Europe, Latin America and Asia. There are over 850 tones and 50 drum kits built in, providing a universe of voices for melody playing and accompaniment. Compatibility with GM2, GS and XG Lite formats ensures high-quality playback with Standard MIDI Files. The BK-3 can play a variety of external backing formats from optional USB memory.

Features: Portable, self-contained keyboard with built-in sound system High-quality sounds, rhythms and Music Assistants Comfortable, intuitive user interface Compatible with music rhythms from Roland's BK, E, G and VA series Play a variety of backing formats (SMF, MP3, WAV and rhythms) and record performances with optional USB memory Roland Wireless Connect capability for cable-free communication with Apple iPhone and iPad; free iOS apps available for music sharing, lyrics display and more Keyboard: Keyboard type: 61 keys (velocity sensitive) Keyboard modes: whole, split, dual Display type: 132 x 64 dots, graphic monochrome LCD (with backlight) Sound generator: Max polyphony: 128 voices (GM2/GS/XG Lite compatible) Sounds: 851 tones; 53 drum sets Multitimbral parts: 2 keyboard parts (UPP, LWR) + 16 song parts Master tuning: 415.3-466.2Hz 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 percent for MP3 and WAV files Effects: Real time parts (UPP, LWR): Reverb and chorus: depending on Rhythm/SMF Reverb Chorus macro 1 Mfx (84 Mfx editable macro) (selectable via Tone Part Mfx) EQ Rhythms/SMF section: Reverb: 8 types Chorus: 8 types 2 Mfx (84 Mfx Editable Macro) EQ Backing section: Rhythms: 250 in 5 "Rhythm" families (localized rhythms for specific areas are included in the WORLD 1 and WORLD 2 families) Real-time player: Rhythms (STL), SMF (Format 0/1), KAR, MP3, WAV Key control: -6 to +5 in semitones (for rhythm, SMF, MP3/WAV) Tempo change: 20-250 BPM for SMF and rhythms Time Stretch: 75 to 125 percent for MP3 and WAV 1-touch memories: 4 suitable tones for each rhythm (programmable) Rhythm and SMF makeup tools: instrument-oriented editing Track Mute: for Rhythms/SMF Center cancel: for MP3/WAV Audio Recording: Media: USB flash memory Save format:aAudio files: WAV (44.1kHz, 16-bit linear) Metronome: Time Signature: 1 to 32/16, 1 to 32/8, 1 to 32/4, 1 to 32/2 Mode: Always, Play Count in: off, 1 bar, 2 bar 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 Other: Search function: quick location of Rhythms and Songs on the connected USB memory Demo: yes Lyrics on internal display: SMF, MP3/WAV Panel controls: volume knob balance (backing/keyboard) buttons Connectors: phone/output jack: 1/4" phone type (TRS connector); USB computer port (type B, reception and transmission of MIDI data); USB memory port (type A, data storage devices); MIDI in, MIDI out (Visual Control function); foot pedal jack: pedal hold/switch (assignable) Speakers: 2 x 10 cm Rated power output: 2 x 7.5W Power supply: AC adapter Power consumption: 1,200mA Auto-off function: off, 10 min, 30 min, 240 min Accessories: Owner's Manual, AC adapter, power cord (for connecting the AC adapter), music rest