Is the E-A7 good for live gigging?

Yes. The button layout and light weight suit stage use, and the built-in speakers help at small venues. It is less suited to players who need a weighted piano feel.

How does it compare with a Yamaha PSR-S arranger?

The E-A7 gives faster one-press access to functions and weighs less. Yamaha's comparable models offer touchscreens and a more polished style library, which many players prefer for editing.

Does it have weighted keys?

No. The 61 keys are synth-weighted and velocity sensitive, so they feel light and springy rather than piano-like.

Can I connect a microphone?

Yes. There is a mic input with dedicated vocal effects, which suits singer-players who want harmonies and processing without extra gear.

No. It supports sustain, expression and control pedals, but you need to supply them yourself.

How many sounds and notes can it play at once?

It offers over 1,500 tones with 128-voice polyphony, enough for layered arrangements, though the count varies with the sound generator load.

Where is the Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard cheapest?

At Reverb, for $1,330.55, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard?

7 stores we checked sell it, including Pixel Pro Audio, AudioProCT, Reverb, Sam Ash Direct, bhphotovideo.com.

Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard

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Last seen at $1,330.55 used at Reverb on Nov 9.
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Our take on the Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard

The E-A7 is Roland's mid-range 61-key arranger, built for gigging players who need fast access to styles and sounds on stage. Its standout is the front panel: 156 dedicated buttons put styles, tones and song functions within one press instead of buried in menus. It carries over 1,500 tones, 128-voice polyphony, built-in speakers and a mic input with vocal effects. Against Yamaha's PSR-S and Korg's Pa lines it is lighter and more button-driven, but it lacks the touchscreen and weighted action of pricier arrangers.

Best forSolo and duo entertainers playing liveWedding and party cover musiciansPlayers who want one-press access to stylesHome players wanting a self-contained arranger

Pros

156 front-panel buttons make live changes fast
Over 1,500 tones covering world and regional instruments
128-voice polyphony handles layered arrangements
Mic input with dedicated vocal effects for singer-players
Built-in speakers and 8 kg weight make it easy to carry

Cons

Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard prices at every store

ReverbPre-owned
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Pixel Pro AudioOpen box
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$1,029.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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AudioProCTOpen box
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$1,169.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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Sam Ash DirectNew
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$1,847.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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Hilton Piano CenterNew
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Alto MusicNew
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Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,847.99 on Nov 10 at Sam Ash Direct. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the E-A7 as a practical gigging arranger, praising its direct button layout and light weight. Criticism centres on the keybed feel and the absence of a touchscreen compared with Yamaha and Korg rivals.

What people mention

InterfacePraisedOwners like the 156 dedicated buttons because styles and sounds are one press away on stage.
Key actionCriticisedPlayers say the synth-weighted keys feel light and less piano-like than weighted rivals.
DisplayMixedThe small screen works for basic use but sends deeper editing into menus.

Questions and answers

Is the E-A7 good for live gigging?: Yes. The button layout and light weight suit stage use, and the built-in speakers help at small venues. It is less suited to players who need a weighted piano feel.
How does it compare with a Yamaha PSR-S arranger?: The E-A7 gives faster one-press access to functions and weighs less. Yamaha's comparable models offer touchscreens and a more polished style library, which many players prefer for editing.
Does it have weighted keys?: No. The 61 keys are synth-weighted and velocity sensitive, so they feel light and springy rather than piano-like.
Can I connect a microphone?: Yes. There is a mic input with dedicated vocal effects, which suits singer-players who want harmonies and processing without extra gear.
Are pedals included?: No. It supports sustain, expression and control pedals, but you need to supply them yourself.
How many sounds and notes can it play at once?: It offers over 1,500 tones with 128-voice polyphony, enough for layered arrangements, though the count varies with the sound generator load.
Where is the Roland E-A7 Arranger Keyboard cheapest?: At Reverb, for $1,330.55, as of our latest check.