Keyboard 61 keys (with velocity) Sound Generator Maximum Polyphony 64 voices Parts 16*Two Tones can be assigned to each part (Patch), and can be split or layered. Wave Memory 64 MB (16-bit linear equivalent) Preset Memory Original Tones 1,024 Patches Original: 512, General MIDI 2: 256 Rhythm Sets Original: 21, General MIDI 2: 9*Each Pattern is tied to a Performance. User Memory Patches 128*Two Tones can be assigned to each Patch. Rhythm Sets 16*Each Pattern is tied to a Performance. Effects Multi-Effects 47 types Reverb 8 types Chorus 8 types Quick Sequencer System Instrument-based Pattern sequencer with realtime Pattern switching function Recording Methods Realtime loop recording, Step recording Tracks 16 tracks / Pattern Resolution 96 TPQN Note Storage Approx. 100,000 notes Tempo 5-300 BPM (with tap tempo function) Patterns User Patterns max.256*The 128 Preset Pattern (including 110 Rhythm Patterns) are provided as part of the User Patterns, that can be rewritten and deleted. Pattern Length 1-998 measures User Songs max.99 Multi-Chord Memory Preset Chord Sets 16*12 chord forms are assigned to each set. User Chord Sets 8*12 chord forms can be assigned to each set. Phrase / Arpeggio Preset Templates 342 User Templates 8 Styles (variations) 473 User Styles 8 Controllers D Beam Controller 1 Pitch Bend / Modulation Lever 1 Control Knobs 5 Others External Storage Device 3.5 inch floppy disk: 1.44 MB (2HD), 720 KB (2DD)(SMF music files for General MIDI or General MIDI 2 can be played.) Display 20 characters, 2 lines (Backlit LCD) Connectors Output Jacks (L/MONO, R)Headphones JackMIDI Connectors (IN, OUT)USB ConnectorsHold Pedal JackControl Pedal Jack Power Supply DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) Current draw 1,500 mA Accessories Owner's ManualAC Adaptor (PSB-1U)CD-ROM (Editor program for PC / Mac, USB-MIDI driver) Options Pedal Switch: DP-2, DP-8Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5UExpression Pedal : EV-5 Size and Weight Width 1,033 mm 40-11/16 inches Depth 294 mm 11-5/8 inches Height 103 mm 4-1/16 inches Weight 5.8 kg 12 lbs. 13 oz. *The specifications are subject to change without notice.
Downloads Updates & Drivers Updates & Drivers RS-70 System Update Version 1.05 (PC - Floppy Disk) This is the latest operating system for the RS-70. This is a floppy disk update. You will need to copy the update files to three PC formatted floppy disks. Please refer to the "readme.pdf" document for the update procedure. RS-70 System Update Version 1.05 (MAC - Floppy Disk) This is the latest operating system for the RS-70. This is a floppy disk update. You will need to copy the update files to three PC formatted floppy disks. Please refer to the "readme.pdf" document for the update procedure. RS-70 USB Driver Windows 2000/ Windows XP RS-70 USB Driver Windows 98/ Windows ME RS-70 USB Driver Mac OS X version 1.20 Use this driver for all version of OS X. This driver adds support for Intel based Macintosh computers. RS-50/-70 Editor Windows This is the Windows version of the RS-50/70 Editor/Librarian application. Clean-All USB Driver Utility This utility clears out all Roland USB Windows drivers and should be used if you are having difficulty installing your USB driver.Note: You will have to reinstall the drivers for any other Roland device that is using a USB connection for Audio or MIDI. RS-50/-70 Editor Macintosh OS X This is the Macintosh OS X version of the RS-50/70 Editor/Librarian application.
Support Owner’s Manuals If you have questions about operating your Roland product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions. You can also contact our Product Support through Roland Backstage. In addition, we have a library of Owner’s Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. Owner’s Manuals Owner's Manual MIDI Implementation