Here's are screenshots of the BK-5:

I want one !!

Rumor has it a 76 key model will be released also...

I will be there as a guest of Roland so I will report to all about this unit.

I can't see on-board vocal harmony being a big deal for this one...most people are using outboard processors.

If this instrument sounds as good as the BK-7M (and it should), it will have a much better sound than the TOTL G-70, in my opinion..I know DonM and a few others were very impressed with the BK-7M's styles and voices. They were sayin' E-80 quality.

A 76-note possibility?

Maybe, but I have my doubts...the idea is to keep the footprint of these backing instruments as small as possible...they aren't for piano players, but for the singer/keyboardist/guitarist looking for something to use on stage. Small is good in this situation.

This sure looks a far better deal than the Korg microArranger, even though it's price is a bit higher. It also looks far more professional.

It will be interesting to see who switches over...I have a feeling a certain fella from New Jersey might make the move...

Ian

Did Fran tell you this?

Here's a video overview of the BK-5 on Youtube

Please ask about the 76 key version. I wantone of these but 76 keys would make it even better. right on about vocal processing onboard. I think it would add too much cost to the instrument and most people prefer outboard units anyway

thanks

BTW Fran hit this one on the mark so he and his crystal ball will be providing lottery numbers in the future for a small fee !!

Even with 76 keys this will just be an upgraded boystoy.

Did you see and hear the all new AT900 platinum edition organ? Now thats something i would love to see in a portable version.

BK5

I can't see that it adds anything to the BK7m except keys. Still no vocal processing and there is a need for an external screen.
Probably still no Break/fill either.
I would probably prefer the BK7m to this.
Right now I prefer the Korg. Tomorrow, who knows?
DonM