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Roland A-49 firmware

Roland active Device launched 2012
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Latest firmware

1.40
Download firmware from roland.com · needs UpdSMF

What's new in 1.40

[ Bug Fix ] The following bug was fixed. Fluctuation of the velocity.

Last checked 27 Oct 2026

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How to update the Roland A-49

Connect the A-49 to a computer via USB. Download the system update zip from Roland support. Enter update mode by holding TRANSPOSE and OCTAVE+ simultaneously while connecting USB. Run the UpdSMF application and select the extracted folder. Takes approximately 2 minutes. Do not power off during the update.

What you need

UpdSMF — the software Roland uses to load firmware onto the Roland A-49. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Roland A-49

The Roland A-49 is updated with UpdSMF, published by Roland.

Download UpdSMF from Rolandopens in a new tab — roland.com

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Roland A-49 firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.40

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Roland A-49 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Roland A-49?

The latest firmware for the Roland A-49 is version 1.40. FW//RADAR last checked Roland's official page on 27 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Roland A-49?

Connect the A-49 to a computer via USB. Download the system update zip from Roland support. Full instructions on Roland's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Roland A-49?

You need UpdSMF, available from Roland's support site.

Where can I download Roland A-49 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Roland's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Roland A-49 manual?

The official Roland user manual is a PDF hosted on cdn.roland.com. Roland A-49 user manual (PDF) →

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