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- Brand
- Roland
- Model
- FR-3B
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-08-10
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Roland FR-3/FR-3b/FR-3s/FR-3sb user manual
The Roland FR-3 series is a versatile electronic instrument based on Physical Behavior Modeling (PBM) technology, designed to emulate traditional acoustic accordions. The series includes keyboard versions (FR-3s, FR-3) and button versions (FR-3sb, FR-3b), offering 10 memory sets with various treble, bass, and chord registers. Users can switch between different accordion styles, such as Italian jazz or German folk, without changing their playing technique. The instrument also features 10 orchestral sounds and the ability to control external MIDI-compatible devices.
Read onlineRoland FR-3B specifications
| Sound Generation Technology | Physical Behavior Modeling (PBM) |
|---|---|
| Number of Memories | 10 memories called Sets |
| Treble Registers | 10 treble registers |
| Bass and Chord Registers | 7 bass & chord registers |
| Free Bass Registers | 7 Free Bass registers |
| Orchestral Sounds | 10 orchestral sounds |
| Orchestral Bass and Chord Sounds | 7 orchestral bass and chord sounds |
| Battery Type | AA-type batteries |
| Number of Batteries Required | 10 |
All Roland FR-3B documents by type
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which models does this manual cover?
This manual applies to the FR-3s, FR-3, FR-3sb, and FR-3b models.
Can I play in a different key than the one I am playing in?
Yes, the instrument includes a transpose function to sound in a different key.
