Description

Roland GO:KEYS 3 Music Creation Keyboard in Midnight Blue

Unlock Your Inner Musician

GO:KEYS 3 is a versatile and approachable keyboard designed to support music creation from the very first note. Featuring a simple user interface, Roland ZEN-Core sound engine, auto-accompaniment functions, and onboard recording, it provides a broad set of tools for learning, playing, and composing.

Designed for ease of use, GO:KEYS 3 allows users to explore sounds and musical ideas intuitively, without requiring prior experience. As skills develop, more advanced features offer greater creative control, making it suitable for continued musical progression.

GO:KEYS 3 provides a complete, self-contained platform for turning musical ideas into finished performances or compositions.

Highlights

• 61-note keyboard with expressive touch sensitivity
• ZEN-Core engine with over 1000 Roland sounds that have influenced modern music for five decades
• Auto-accompaniment with over 200 onboard music styles
• Chord sequencer with user editing features and over 300 ready-to-play presets
• Play anywhere with built-in stereo speakers
• Bluetooth audio/MIDI support for music streaming and song creation
• USB audio/MIDI interface for working with music software on computers and mobile devices
• Pedal hold jack
• USB memory/WC-1 port for backup, audio file playback, and the WC-1 adapter for Roland Cloud Connect
• Support for Roland Cloud Connect (optional) allows you to wirelessly browse, audition, and download Roland Cloud content from your smartphone

Creativity & Ease of Use

GO:KEYS 3 is designed to make music creation approachable and engaging from the outset. Its interactive interface encourages experimentation and spontaneous play, making it suitable for users with no prior musical experience.

Sound Library

GO:KEYS 3 includes over 1,000 sounds drawn from Roland’s extensive sound library. These cover a wide range of instruments, including acoustic pianos, orchestral sounds, synthesizers, guitars, basses, and drums, accessed via a responsive 61-note keyboard.

Accompaniment & Song Creation

Built-in chord progressions allow users to create melodies and arpeggios over automatic musical backing in a variety of styles. Users can also create and customise their own chord sequences, enabling structured song-building and experimentation.

Performance Control & Sound Shaping

As chord progressions play, sounds can be remixed in real time using four variations. Individual elements such as drums, bass, and backing chords can be muted or reintroduced, instruments can be changed, and global effects such as filtering, lo-fi processing, and beat slicing can be applied.

Auto-Accompaniment

GO:KEYS 3 includes dynamic accompaniment styles that respond to one- or two-finger chord input. As playing technique develops, users can introduce more complex left-hand chords while continuing to perform melodies and solos with the right hand.

Recording & Sharing

An onboard recording function allows performances to be captured instantly for playback, review, or sharing. Recordings can be used to track progress or shared with others via connected devices.

Portability & Practice

The compact, all-in-one design makes GO:KEYS 3 easy to use anywhere in the home. Built-in stereo speakers provide clear sound, while AA battery operation enables cable-free use. A headphone output allows for private practice.

Connectivity & Playback

Audio can be streamed via Bluetooth or USB memory for playing along with existing music. A centre cancel function allows vocals to be reduced for sing-along use. GO:KEYS 3 also supports Bluetooth MIDI and USB audio/MIDI for use with music apps and software on computers or mobile devices.

Roland Cloud Integration

GO:KEYS 3 supports Roland Cloud, providing access to additional sounds and arranger styles. Compatibility with Roland Cloud Connect (optional wireless adapter) allows browsing, auditioning, and downloading content directly from a smartphone.

Learning Support

Melodics Essentials for Roland is available via Roland Cloud at a discounted rate. This interactive learning platform uses a visual approach to support skill development and practice progression.

GO:KEYS Range

GO:KEYS 5 includes all features of GO:KEYS 3, with additional enhancements such as a more powerful speaker system, microphone input with vocal effects, and expanded connectivity options.

Colour Options

GO:KEYS 3 Turquoise
GO:KEYS 3 Dark Red
GO:KEYS 3 Midnight Blue

GOKEYS3-MU

Sound Generator

ZEN-Core

Tones
1,154 tones
74 drum kits
Sound packs available via Roland Cloud

Effects

Tone MFX:
– 2 systems
– 93 types

Total MFX:
– 1 system
– 15 types

Reverb:
– 1 system
– 4 types

Keyboard

61 keys
Box-shaped keys with velocity sensitivity

Touch Sensitivity
Key touch: 9 types, fixed

Speaker System

Speakers:
12 x 6 cm x 2

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Ver. 5.0

Profiles:
A2DP (Audio)
GATT (MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)

Codec:
SBC (supports SCMS-T)

Auto Accompaniment

Preset styles: 203
Z-Style packs available via Roland Cloud

Functions
Start
Stop
Intro
Ending
Sync Start
Variation 1–4
Part mute

Chord Sequencer

Preset chord patterns: 304

User Scenes

Scenes: 256
Import / export supported

Data Playback

Playable formats
Proprietary MIDI format
– 99 songs
– Approx. 70,000 notes per song

Audio files (USB flash drive required):
WAV: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear
MP3: 44.1 kHz, 64–320 kbps

Recorder

Recordable formats
Proprietary MIDI format

Audio recording (USB flash drive required):
WAV: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear

Tuning

Master tuning:
415.3–466.2 Hz (0.1 Hz increments)

Convenient Functions

Metronome (tempo / beat / downbeat / pattern / volume / tone)
Transpose (keyboard / style, semitones)
Octave shift
Dual
Split (split point adjustable)
Centre cancel
Arpeggiator
Auto off

Display & Controls

Display:
Graphic LCD, 128 x 64 dots

Controls:
Master volume slider
Pitch bend wheel

Connectors

DC In
Hold pedal jack (continuous detection with optional pedal)
USB Computer port (USB Type-C, class-compliant audio/MIDI)
USB Memory / External Device port (USB-A, mass storage, Roland Cloud Connect WC-1)
Phones jack (stereo miniature)

Power

Power supply:
AC adaptor or batteries

Battery types:
AA alkaline (LR6) or rechargeable Ni-MH (HR6) x 8
Carbon-zinc batteries not supported

Power consumption:
7 W (with AC adaptor)

Battery Life (continuous use)
Ni-MH (1,900 mAh): approx. 6 hours
Alkaline: approx. 5 hours
Varies depending on usage

Accessories

Quick Start guide
“Using the Unit Safely” leaflet
AC adaptor
Power cord

Optional Accessories (sold separately)

Music rest: MRGKS3/5
Keyboard stand: KS-11Z, KS-13, KS-20X
Damper pedal: DP series
Wireless adapter: WC-1

Dimensions

Without music rest
Width: 950 mm (37-7/16")
Depth: 286 mm (11-5/16")
Height: 87 mm (3-7/16")

With music rest
Width: 950 mm (37-7/16")
Depth: 395 mm (15-9/16")
Height: 245 mm (9-11/16")

Weight

4.5 kg (9 lbs 15 oz)
5.1 kg (11 lbs 4 oz, with music rest)