- Game Software Included.
- All-new Keyboard Instrument For Rock Band 3.
- Plays Rock Band 3 Keyboard, Guitar And Bass Parts.
- Two-octave Design With 25 Velocity-sensitive Keys.
- Play Real Keyboard Parts In The New Rock Band Pro Mode.
- All-new Keyboard instrument for Rock Band 3 / Plays Rock Band 3 Keyboard, Guitar* and Bass* parts (*Does not support Guitar / Bass Pro Mode).
- Two-octave design with 25 velocity-sensitive keys / Play real Keyboard parts in the new Rock Band Pro Mode.
- Versatile layout: Play like a Guitar or on a op / 3 AA Batteries and Keyboard Strap included.
- Use as MIDI Keyboard Controller when not playing Rock Band (compatible with most MIDI sequencers).
Product Description
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As a new innovation to rhythm gaming, the Rock Band 3 Wireless
Keyboard ups the realism of the Rock Band franchise. Crafted
after classic professional Keyboard designs, its versatile layout
capable of use on a op or strapped over the shoulder like
an electric guitar incorporates an ergonomic sensibility that
provides comfort to the casual gamer or seasoned musician. The
Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard Is fully compatible with both
standard and Rock Band Pro modes. Empowering you to rock outside
the realm of videogames, the Wireless Keyboard also functions as
a MIDI controller and boasts a two-octave, non-weighted,
velocity-sensitive keybed ranging from C3 to C5. The MIDI output
connector provides compatibility with MIDI software sequencers
and hardware devices, while standard console-specific gaming
controller buttons deliver seamless console integration.
From the Manufacturer
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Rock Band® 3 is the next generation of the ultimate social and
interactive music gaming platform, developed by the category's
leading pioneers, Harmonix Music Systems. Featuring new
innovative game modes and new instruments, Rock Band 3 will
change the way fans think about and play music games.
This next generation of the Rock Band franchise has something for
everyone. Master an instrument through the gameplay fun of "Rock
Band Pro mode," add another member to your band with a new
keyboard controller, or experience 83 new hits from 83 unique
bands, along with your current library of songs from the over
1,500 songs available to date and counting. For the die-hard Rock
Band player, there are more gigs, more ways to customize your
band and more unique goals to achieve on your way to the pinnacle
of rock stardom. For those just looking for fun, Rock Band 3 has
a streamlined experience, with easy drop-in and drop-out, easier
no-fail accessibility and an all-new party shuffle mode. For the
aspirational rocker, Rock Band 3 presents "Pro mode," taking the
game beyond expert and into the realm of real musicianship, with
the rtunity to master real guitar, bass, keys or drums.
Wireless Keyboard Controller*
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Wireless Fender™ Mustang™ PRO-Guitar™ Controller
(Sold separately)
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Wireless PRO-Drum™ &
PRO-Cymbals™ Kit
(Sold separately)
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Music
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The Rock Band 3 disc soundtrack contains 83 of the best bands
from around the world, including bands that have never appeared
in a music game, as well as support for existing Rock Band tracks
(Rock Band and Rock Band 2 discs, downloaded songs, track packs,
AC/DC Live: Rock Band Track Pack and Green Day: Rock Band).
Additionally, Rock Band 3 will give players immediate access to
a music library approaching 2,000 songs by launch, with new
content added weekly. Rock Band's gigantic music library dwarfs
that of Guitar Hero® or any other music game on the market.
Announced Tracks:
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2000s:
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* Metric, "Combat Baby"
* Rilo Kiley, "Portions for Foxes"
* Them Crooked Vultures, "Dead End Friends"
* The Vines, "Get Free"
* The White Stripes, "The Hardest Button to Button"
* Phoenix, "Lasso"
* Ida Maria, "Oh My God"
* Juanes, "Me Enamora"
1990s:
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* Jane's Addiction, "Been Caught Stealing"
* Smash Mouth, "Walkin' on the Sun"
* Spacehog, "In the Meantime"
* Stone Temple Pilots, "Plush"
1980s:
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* Dio, "Rainbow in the Dark"
* Huey Lewis and the News, "The Power of Love"
* Joan Jett, "I Love Rock and Roll"
* Night Ranger, "Sister Christian"
* Whitesnake, "Here I Go Again"
* The Cure, "Just Like Heaven"
* Ozzy Osbourne, "Crazy Train"
1970s:
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* Queen, "Bohemian Rhapsody"
1960s:
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* Jimi Hendrix, "Crosstown Traffic"
* The Doors, "Break On Through"
Gameplay
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Play Just for Fun … or Get Serious. Casual player? Rock Band 3
has great new party modes for quick rocking sessions with
friends.
Go Pro: Take your passion for music to the next level with new
special guitar, bass, keyboard or electronic drum controllers
(sold separately). "Rock Band Pro mode" lets you further develop
your musical skills through gameplay! Pro Drums supports three
expansion cymbals for more accurate drum set simulation via
gameplay differentiation between toms and cymbals. Pro Keys
features pitch-accurate keyboard performance. Pro Guitar – the
ship of the Rock Band Pro initiative – features realistic
guitar and bass performance, utilizing either the new Fender™
Mustang™ PRO-Guitar™ simulated guitar controller from Mad Catz or
the Rock Band 3 Squier™ Stratocaster™ real guitar/controller
hybrid that is being developed by Fender™ and Harmonix.
Rock Band 3 features
great new party modes.
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Rock Band 3's challenging
all-new Pro mode.
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Rock Band 3 takes advantage of the Wireless Keyboard Controller.
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Keyboard Controller
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As a new innovation to rhythm gaming, the Rock Band 3 Wireless
Keyboard ups the realism of the Rock Band franchise. Crafted
after classic Professional Keyboard designs, its versatile
layout—capable of use on a op or strapped over the shoulder
like an electric guitar — incorporates an ergonomic sensibility
that Provides comfort to the casual gamer or seasoned musician.
The Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard is fully compatible with both
standard and Rock Band Pro modes.
Empowering you to rock outside the realm of videogames, the
Wireless Keyboard also functions as a MIDI controller and boasts
a two-octave, non-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed ranging
from C3 to C5. The MIDI output connector Provides compatibility
with MIDI software sequencers and hardware devices, while
standard console-specific gaming controller buttons deliver
seamless console integration.
Two-octave, non-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed ranging from
C3 to C5 – 25 keys total allow players to add keys to the mix in
either solo mode or with a full band. Keyboard grip is contoured
and incorporates an ergonomic sensibility that provides comfort
to the casual gamer or seasoned musician. Grip includes
touch-sensitive strip and Overdrive button. Gameplay is available
for the traditional Rock Band five-key representational mode
("keys") or pitch-accurate Rock Band Pro mode ("Pro keys"), which
lets players experience the challenge and reward of playing along
with real keyboard parts until they've mastered them on expert!
Versatile layout—capable of use on a op or strapped over
the shoulder like an electric guitar. Features 4 action buttons:
D-pad, back, start and Xbox Guide Button. The officially licensed
Rock Band 3 Keyboard Stand (sold separately) was custom crafted
to accommodate the official Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard
controller. Durable, lightweight, and height adjustable to help
gamers of all ages get full enjoyment from their all-new
instrument. *Only compatible with Rock Band 3 and NOT previously
released versions of Rock Band software.
