Roland KC-990 320 watt Stereo Keyboard Amp

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For over two decades, keyboard players everywhere have relied on Roland's KC amps for their powerful high-fidelity sound, onboard mixing features, versatile connectivity, and lasting durability. The latest generation carries on the time-honored KC benchmark of quality while offering new enhancements tuned for the needs of today's working musicians. With a KC amp by your side, you're in complete control of your stage rig, so you'll always sound great and play your best. And that's worth it every time.

The flagship KC-990 is a performance powerhouse filled with high-end features. Offering four onboard DSP effects, four stereo input channels, a stereo aux input, and support for an XLR vocal mic, it's a great all-in-one solution for players with large keyboard setups and small groups performing with electronic instruments and backing tracks. The KC-990 delivers big, full sound for both stage monitoring and PA use, thanks to its stereo speaker configuration and 320 watts of total power. And with Stereo Link capability, you can seamlessly add a second KC-990 when you need more inputs and broader sound coverage.

Flagship stereo keyboard amplifier with 320 watts of power
Onboard mixer with four stereo input channels, stereo auxiliary input, and master EQ
Two newly developed custom 12-inch woofers and two custom horn tweeters
Built-in effects: reverb, chorus, tremolo, and rotary
Control rotary speed and effects on/off with optional external footswitches
Flexible I/O with XLR mic input, stereo XLR and ¼-inch line outputs, headphones output, and more
Stereo Link function for chaining two KC-990s
Metal jacks for increased durability
Casters and side-mounted handles for enhanced mobility
Full-Range Stereo Sound for High-Impact Performances

The KC-990 offers full-range stereo sound reproduction with 320 watts of power (160 watts x 2), two newly designed 12-inch speakers, and two custom horn tweeters. This allows the KC-990 to accurately reproduce the wide frequency range of 88-note stage pianos, organs, and synthesizers, as well as rhythm machines and other electronic instruments.
Onboard Mixing for Big Rigs and Full Groups

Roland's most powerful KC amp is a complete stereo sound system in a single package, making it ideal for backline amplification, stage monitoring, and even main PA use. With four stereo line input channels available, you can connect keyboards, percussion pads, drum machines, and more. There's also a dedicated auxiliary input to plug in a smartphone or music player for backing tracks. Channel 1 includes an XLR input too, allowing you to connect a vocal mic for even more versatility. The Aux In channel supports 1/8-inch, RCA, and ¼-inch connections, and features a handy monitor function for working with guide tracks on stage.
Built-In Stereo Effects

The KC-990 comes equipped with four different effects for sweetening your live sound. The chorus effect is derived from Roland's world-famous JC-series amps, providing unmatched depth and dimension through the KC-990's stereo speakers. The amp also includes tremolo and rotary effects that work great with organs and electric pianos, plus a lush stereo reverb for vocals and instruments. By connecting optional footswitches, you can turn the effects on/off and control rotary speed hands-free while performing.
Versatile Connectivity for Performing, Recording, and Practice

With its rear-panel connectivity, the KC-990 integrates easily into any playing environment. Stereo line outputs are provided on both XLR and ¼-inch jacks, offering simultaneous connections for interfacing with PA systems, stage monitors, and recording devices. The XLR outputs also have a switchable ground lift, which eliminates hum that can sometimes occur when connecting to a main PA. There's a headphones jack too, perfect for silent practice sessions and discrete monitoring of guide tracks and instruments on stage.
Expand Your Setup with Stereo Link

If you ever need to expand your inputs or sound coverage, the KC-990's Stereo Link function makes it simple. First off, the number of available inputs doubles when you connect to the two stereo link jacks on a second KC-990. In addition, the left and right signals of connected instruments are split across the two amps, providing super-wide stereo dispersion for even more impressive sound.

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Roland refreshes the KC keyboard amplifier series
Marc van den Hurkon
Roland has refreshed the KC series, the long-running lineup of stage amplifiers for performing keyboardists. For over 20 years, players everywhere have relied on the respected KC-series amps for their powerful high-fidelity sound, onboard mixing features, versatile connectivity, and lasting durability.

The six new KC models carry on the line's time-honored benchmark of quality, while offering updated looks and enhanced features tuned for the needs of today's working musicians.

The new KC amps feature wide-range sound reproduction with two-way speaker systems and Roland's patented twin bass-reflex design for extended low-frequency response without distortion. This makes them ideal for accurately reproducing the full frequency range of all types of keyboards, including 88-note stage pianos, organs, and synthesizers. The amps are also equipped with multiple inputs, mixing capabilities, and versatile DI connections, allowing players to connect and control all their instruments and easily interface with sound systems at different performance venues.

All 2017 KC models are equipped with newly designed speakers for improved sound quality, and the monaural models feature redesigned power amp and power supply sections for increased output power and stability. These enhancements have also reduced the overall weight of the KC-400 and KC-600 models compared to the previous-generation KC-350 and KC-550 models.

The outer appearance of the new KC amps has been refreshed as well. In addition, the input and output jacks have been changed from plastic to metal for increased durability.

The 2017 KC amplifier lineup includes six models to support the performing needs of all types of keyboard players:

KC-80—50 watts of power, 10-inch speaker, custom tweeter
KC-200—100 watts of power, 12-inch speaker, custom tweeter
KC-400—150 watts of power, 12-inch speaker, custom tweeter, stereo link capability
KC-600—200 watts of power, 15-inch speaker, custom tweeter, stereo link capability
KC-990—320 watts of stereo power (160 watts x 2), two 12-inch speakers, two custom tweeters, onboard effects (reverb, chorus, tremolo, rotary), stereo link
KC-220—30 watts of stereo power (15 watts x 2), two 6.5-inch speakers, two custom tweeters, chorus and reverb effects, support for battery-powered operation

Peter the GR-eat...


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Recently purchased a KC-110 for home use around a month ago. Always aggravating when a replacement is released a few weeks later (I always ask the retailer if there is anything in the pipeline). Compared the specs between the KC-110 and the KC-220 and they appeared to be exactly the same. Wrote Roland and got this response: "You are correct that there isn't a difference between the two models with the exception of some cosmetic changes."

Peter the GR-eat...

Oh, when to buy or wait has given me a lot of headaches. Glad it seems to have worked out for you!
I think the KC-110 looks cooler actually!