The Cakewalk By Roland A-500PRO USB/MIDI keyboard controller is a welcome companion in the studio, on-stage, or anywhere you feel inspired to work on your music. Combining the best of Roland engineering with Cakewalk"s legendary ease-of-use, the A-500PRO controller has the features and feel you need to get the most out of your music performances and productions. The A-500PRO keyboard works perfectly with a wide variety of software on Mac or PC, including Ableton Live, Cubase, FL Studio, Garage Band, Logic, Nuendo, Pro Tools, SONAR, and the included Production Plus Pack. Best of all, the A-500PRO MIDI controller keyboard is easy to set upif you can plug-in a USB Cable, you"ll be making music in no time at all. The Feel of a Roland-Quality Instrument When you perform with the A-500PRO, you"re tapping into the benefits of over 30 years of Roland keyboard development. A superior key mechanism provides aftertouch and increased sensitivity for a wide range of expressive dynamics in your performance. Rounded key assemblies offer responsive reaction to your touch and more comfortable glissando. Plus, enhancements have been made to eliminate vertical shake and reduce the already low mechanical noise on key strokes. With the addition of selectable Velocity curves, you can fine tune the A-500PRO USB keyboard to match your playing style. No matter what your skill level, you"ll appreciate the feel of this quality instrument. Everything at Your Fingertips The Cakewalk by Roland A-500PRO controller has been ergonomically designed to put everything at your fingertips. All controls are easily accessible and intelligently laid out to make performing and producing music an inspiring affair. Whether you"re playing your favorite virtual instrument or working in your digital audio workstation, 9 knobs, 9 sliders, 4 buttons, and a dedicated Transport section offers fully assignable control of all the features you need. The sure-grip, rubber-coated Pitch Bend/Modulation Stick offers expres