The newest and smallest of the FR series V-Accordions are the FR-2 (model with piano type keyboard) and the FR-2B (model with button keyboard). The FR-2/2B was developed for live performers as well as hobby musicians, beginners and young people.
Main characteristics:
- Longer batterylife (approx. 5 hours)
- V-Accordion without speaker (we recommend the lightweight yet powerful CM-30 as external amplifier)
- SONG-function (8 internal songs) with Minus One (disable one part), controllable expression by means of the bellows
- PAD-function allows to play percussion sounds via the Bass Register-buttons, also in combination with the Bass and Chord buttons
- Record loops with the PAD-function
- 8 Accordion Sets
- 8 User Program Registrations
- Easy control thanks to the light emitting rubber Register-buttons for high and low tones
- Exchangeable Inlay Sheet with transparent acrylic cover. The user can choose from 6 included Inlay Sheets or can create his own design
- Sergio Scappini's V-Accordion Tutorial book and Tutorial DVD included
PBM (Physical Behavior Modeling)
The FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion is based on Roland’s sound generation technology called “PBM” (Physical Behavior Modeling) whose sonic result is very close to the sound of traditional accordions.
Super realistic accordion simulations
The FR-2/FR-2b provides 8 memories called “Sets”, with 10 treble registers and 5 bass & chord registers. All sounds it produces were obtained by sampling popular traditional acoustic accordions. Different tuning systems are also available.
Orchestral sounds
6 orchestral sounds are available for use instead of the traditional accordion sounds. The FR-2/FR-2b also provides 5 orchestral bass and chord sounds for the Bass and Chord sections.
The digital advantage
The V-Accordion includes all functions and sounds of a traditional accordion, thus conveying a truly natural feel and sound. Yet it also provides the advantages only an electronic musical instrument can give you:
- reduced overall weight;
- possibility to choose among a wide variety of sounds;
- tuning stability over time and wear resistance of all mechanical parts;
- you can sound in a different key than the one you are playing in (transpose function);
- you can play with headphones, i.e. without disturbing your neighbors or family.
Superb performance flexibility
The V-Accordion allows you to control external MIDI-compatible instruments. The Treble keyboard and chord/bass buttons are velocity-sensitive, while the bellows controller provides more articulation possibilities than any other MIDI keyboard, MIDI wind instrument, etc., you may know.
Useful accessory
The FR-2/FR-2b has a compartment for optional AA-type batteries. Consider purchasing such batteries (you will need 8) when performing on stage.
- Keyboards • Right hand: 34 piano-type keys, velocity sensitive (starting at a G key) • Left hand: 96 velocity sensitive bass buttons
- Max. Polyphony: 128 voices
- Tones: 8 accordion sets, each including: 10 Treble registers, 5 Bass registers, 5 Orchestra Bass registers, 5 Orchestra Chord registers, 6 Orchestra sounds
- Effects: Reverb: 8 types, Chorus: 8 types
- Panel controls: VOLUME/POWER knob • Registers: 5x Treble + 3x Orchestra, Set, 5x Bass • Buttons: ORCH BASS, ORCH CHORD, LEFT REGISTER, PAD/DEFAULT, REC/LOOP, SONG/DEMO, USER PROG/DEC, METRONOME/INC
- Power Supply: Supplied external adaptor or optional batteries
- Power Consumption: 500mA
- Expected battery life under continuous use: Ni-MH 2500mAh: 5 hours
- Connectors: HEADPHONE socket (stereo), OUTPUT sockets (stereo), MIDI socket (Out/In function adjustable via FUNCTION parameter)
- Dimensions: 425,5 (H) x 471,5 (W) x 244,3 (D) mm
- Weight (without straps or optional batteries: 7,5kg
- Supplied accessories: 1/4”→1/4” phone (guitar) cable, External AC adaptor, Owner’s Manual, Reference caps for the treble buttons (FR-2b), Straps, Battery holder (pre-installed in compartment), Replaceable “traforo” covers: 6
- Options: Accordion soft bag, AA-type batteries (8) from third-party suppliers
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/ or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
