Edirol PCR30 32-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

32 keys. 8 assignable rotary knobs. 8 assignable faders.

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Edirol PCR30 32-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller reviews

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Feature:
The manual for this puppy is HUGE because this is a full featured MIDI controller, endlessly configurable for whatever application you might need it for. Far beyond your usual DAW software, this could conceivably control any piece of MIDI gear ever made.

Quality:
Very sturdy -- far more sturdy than I anticipated. The build quality is very good. The sliders, knobs, keys, and mod-lever all feel very solid to me.

Value:
Compare it to other MIDI controllers capable of what the PCR-30 is capable of and you'll quickly see it's definitely one of the least expensive and full-featured in its class.

Desirability:
It's silver and has some nice curves. The keys feel nice and it feels good to slide the levers up and down.

Sound:
Not applicable.

Support:
Haven't anything go wrong with it. Edirol's website is very good and the PCR editor software (free) is a sign of their committment to supporting this product.

Overall:
I wouldn't trade this for any other MIDI interface/keyboard on the market. Roland/Edirol have been making keyboards for years and it shows in the build quality of this unit. If you have a larger 61- or 76- key keyboard as I do, this makes an excellent addition to your setup, something you can plop on the desk and have at hand when you really need it. If you are into computer music and don't have a keyboard, this will suit your needs (provided you don't want to play any Bach Tocattas on it... buy the 61-key version for that ;)

Submitted: 10/29/2003

Style of Music: Jazz, Electronica, R&B, Pop, Rock, Classical, New Age, whatever

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Edirol PCR30 32-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Customer Review

Feature:
What an awesome piece of equipment. From note velocity to sliders with a good feel. Quality in this product. I'm AMAZED at the number of features in something for $120. If you hesitate buying this product your just out of your mind.

Quality:
The buttons, switches and feel is great. The case is run of the mill plastic which I wasnt impressed with but does the job. Display is sharp, color is good and overall im very impressed.

Value:
For the money I dont see how you could beat it.

Desirability:
I'm not hip to the silver color. Black would have been a better choice for me. Knobs, sliders, you name it. I use it for hooking into Buzz for controlling midi, mixing, etc. Works great.

Sound:
NA - It's just a controller, no sound.

Overall:
Aside from the smaller issues this get's a 10. You couldnt beat the quality, features and functionatily with a stick.

Submitted: 7/22/2005

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The Edirol PCR-30 keyboard - the most advanced 32-key MIDI keyboard controller available. Never before has there been a better compact keyboard for use with popular sequencers and software synthesizers. The PCR-30 takes MIDI control to a new level with unprecedented versatility.

Features:
32 full-sized, velocity sensitive keys

8 assignable rotary knobs (cut off, resonance, pan, tempo, etc.)

8 assignable faders (volume, EFX send, etc.)

9 assignable buttons (program change, track mute, start, stop, etc.)

1 sustain pedal connection

1 expression pedal connection

MIDI in & MIDI out

Pitch & Modulation controls (Newly redesigned to be linearly controlled for more accurate performance)

1 Preset Memory & 15 User Memory locations

USB Bus powered or AC adaptor

Template sheets for controls

The PCR-30 can control a number of parameters not accessible from other controller keyboards at this price point; such as RPN, NRPN, SysEx.

The PCR-30 is fully compatible with all the latest operating systems including WinXP and Mac OSX. It is the ideal keyboard for use with Arturia Storm, SONAR, Cubase, Reason, FruityLoops, and most other popular sequencers and software synthesizers. As such it comes equipped with templates for these and other programs.

It can also run from either the included power supply or draw power from the USB port for maximum portability.

The PCR-30 is also equipped with V-LINK that allows you to trigger and control video material in real-time via the DV-7PR (sold separately).

If you are looking for the same great features in a 49 key unit, check out the PCR-50.

Technical Info

Keyboard: 32 Velocity Sensitive Keys

Controller
Memory Button
MIDI Channel Button
Program Change Button
Edit Button
V-LINK Button
Octave Shift Button (+/-)
Transpose Button
Assignable Button (B1--6, L1--3)
Bender/Modulation Lever
Assignable Rotary Volume (R1--8)
Assignable Slider (S1--8)
Assignable Pedal (P1--2)

Display
7 segments, 3 characters (LED)
Power Indicator

Connectors
Hold Pedal Jack
Expression Pedal Jack
MIDI Jacks (IN/OUT)
USB Jack
DC IN Jack

Rear Panel: Power Switch (USB BUS/OFF/DC IN)

Power Supply: DC 9 V (AC adapter) or USB Bus Powered

Current Draw: 300 mA (AC adapter), 300 mA (USB Bus Power)

Dimensions:
600 (W) x 232 (D) x 86.4 (H) mm
23-5/8 (W) x 9-3/16 (D) x 3-7/16 (H) in.

Weight: 2.4 kg / 5 lbs 5 oz (excluding AC adapter)

Accessories
AC Adaptor (ACP Series)
CD-ROM
USB Cable
Owner's Manual
Template Sheets (GM2/BLANK)

Options
Pedal Switch: DP-2/6
Expression Pedal: EV-5/7

System Requirements

Macintosh

Operating System: MacOS 8.5, 8.6, 9.x, and OS X
Computer: USB ready Apple Macintosh
CPU/clock: PowerPC G3/233 MHz or higher
Memory (RAM): 64 MB or more
OMS 2.3.3 or later. FreeMIDI 1.35 or later*
* For MacOS 8.5, 8.6, 9.x. Plug and play on MacOS X.

Windows

Operating System: Microsoft Windows Me/98/98SE/2000/XP
Computer: Windows compatible equipped with a USB* port
CPU/clock: Pentium Processor 200 MHz or higher
Memory (RAM): 64 MB or more
USB Chipset: Intel's USB chipset is recommended
* Must have a compatible USB host controller.

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).
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