Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal

Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The Roland EV-5 is widely regarded as one of the finest independent expression pedals in professional audio — a multi-purpose, professional-grade expression pedal compatible with a broad range of Roland, BOSS, and third-party keyboard and effects equipment. Depending on the connected instrument or device, the EV-5 can function as a volume pedal, a real-time parameter control pedal, or a data-entry pedal — making it one of the most versatile and widely applicable expression pedals available. At just 0.9 lbs. with a compact 3.4" × 7.9" footprint, it's a practical, road-ready accessory for keyboardists, guitarists with expression-pedal-capable effects units, and any performer who needs hands-free real-time control over their gear.

Product Overview

Expression pedals are one of the most fundamentally useful accessories in keyboard and electronic music performance — allowing players to control volume, filter sweeps, pitch, or any other assignable parameter in real time with their foot, leaving both hands free for playing. The EV-5's reputation as one of the finest in the category is built on the quality of its construction, the smoothness of its sweep range, and its wide compatibility with professional equipment from Roland and BOSS as well as numerous third-party manufacturers.

The EV-5's multi-purpose design means its specific function is determined by the device it's connected to — when connected to a keyboard instrument with a dedicated expression input, it can control volume or modulation. When connected to a BOSS or Roland effects unit with expression pedal input, it can control assignable parameters like delay feedback, reverb depth, wah frequency, or any other parameter the device supports for expression control. As a data-entry pedal, it can be used to scroll through parameter values on compatible synthesizers and workstations. This flexibility across multiple functional roles means a single EV-5 can serve different purposes across different instruments and effects in a player's rig.

The EV-5 is specifically listed as a compatible accessory for a number of Roland and third-party instruments including the Roland D-70 Super LA Synthesizer, Roland A-50 and A-80 MIDI keyboard controllers, Roland R-8 and R-5 human rhythm composers, Roland JD-800 programmable synthesizer, Kurzweil PC88 and PC88MX keyboard controllers, and Alesis QS Series synthesizers — making it an established, manufacturer-recommended choice for owners of this equipment.

Ideal For

• Keyboardists who need a reliable, high-quality expression pedal for volume, modulation, or real-time parameter control on Roland, Kurzweil, Alesis, and other compatible keyboard instruments
• Guitarists and effects users who need a quality expression pedal for BOSS and Roland effects units with expression pedal input — delays, reverbs, wah effects, and modulation units
• Synthesizer players who want a data-entry pedal for scrolling through parameter values on compatible instruments
• Performers who want a single, versatile expression pedal that serves multiple roles across different instruments and devices in their rig
• Keyboardists and guitarists in Idaho Falls looking for a professional-grade expression pedal from one of the most trusted names in the industry

Key Features

Multi-Purpose Expression Control
Depending on the connected device, the EV-5 functions as a volume pedal, real-time parameter control pedal, or data-entry pedal — one accessory that serves multiple roles across different instruments and effects units.

Wide Compatibility
Compatible with a broad range of Roland, BOSS, and third-party equipment — including Roland synthesizers, MIDI controllers, rhythm composers, Kurzweil keyboard controllers, and Alesis synthesizers — making it a versatile choice for players with diverse gear setups.

Professional-Grade Construction
Regarded as one of the finest expression pedals in professional audio, the EV-5 is built to the quality and reliability standards expected of Roland professional accessories.

Compact and Lightweight
At just 0.9 lbs. with dimensions of 3.4" wide and 7.9" deep, the EV-5 is practical and portable for gigging, studio, and rehearsal use without adding significant bulk to a keyboard or pedalboard setup.

What's Included

• Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal
• Free standard shipping

Technical Specifications