Rock Band:

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 innovative game modes and instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.

FEATURES:

The Most Music.  Period.  The RB3 disc soundtrack contains 83 of the best bands from around the world, including bands that have never appeared in a music game, and support for existing Rock Band tracks (previous Rock Band discs, downloaded songs and track/artist packs).  Plus, RB3 will give you immediate access to a library of over 2000 songs by launch, with new content added weekly.  Rock Band’s gigantic music library dwarfs that of Guitar Hero® or any other music game.

Redesigned Music Library.  Create and save set lists, and share them with your friends online.  Improved song sorting makes it easier to find the songs you like–and hide the songs you don’t.  Song recommendation system will recommend new songs for you based upon those you already like to play.

Expand the Band: Keyboard and Vocal Harmony.  In addition to guitar, bass, drums, and solo voice, RB3 introduces 3-part vocal harmonies, and—for the first time ever—keyboard!  Up to 7 players can play together for the ultimate social gaming experience.

Go Pro. Take your passion for music to the next level:  “Rock Band Pro” lets you develop real musical instrument skills through gameplay!
Pro Drums supports three expansion cymbals for more accurate drum set simulation.
Pro Keys features pitch-accurate keyboard performance.
Pro Guitar—the flagship of the RB Pro initiative—features realistic guitar and bass performance, utilizing the new “Mustang Pro” simulated guitar controller.  Additionally, Harmonix is working with professionals in the music industry to deliver to players a real electric guitar controller.

Play Just For Fun … or Get Serious.
Casual player?  RB3 has great new party modes for quick rocking sessions with friends.
Serious player?  A whole new universe of challenges awaits. The revamped Career Mode sets your band on a path to conquer the world, chasing 700+ goals and rewards.  Pro Modes take instrumental gameplay to the next level of sophistication.  And seamless leaderboard integration keeps you always aware of how you’re stacking up against your friends.

Keyboard:

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 tabletop 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.

Features:

• 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 tabletop or strapped over the shoulder like an electric guitar.
• Features 4 action buttons: D-pad, select, start and PS 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.