Roland RD-88 Stage Piano

RD pianos have been the choice of professional keyboardists for more than 30 years, appearing on stages around the world. Now you can have the acclaimed RD sound and playability in a lighter, more accessible, and more affordable instrument.

The Roland RD-88 is a compact, 13.5 kg, 88-note stage piano featuring PHA-4 weighted hammer-action keys with ivory feel and escapement. It offers SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core sound engines, providing over 3,000 sounds, built-in stereo speakers, and extensive MIDI control capabilities for live performance. The updated RD-88 EX model is now available, adding enhanced sounds and improved performance, notes this Youtube video and Roland’s website.

Key Features and Performance
  • Action & Feel: The 88-note PHA-4 Standard Keyboard provides authentic, weighted action for a natural playing experience, notes a YouTube video.
  • Sound Engine: It features Roland’s top-tier SuperNATURAL piano and electric piano sounds, alongside the ZEN-Core Synthesis System for organs, synths, and strings.
  • Performance Tools: The interface is designed for live use with quick-access controls, three zones for splitting/layering, and Apple MainStage integration, says West Music.
  • Connectivity: USB Audio/MIDI, mic input with dedicated reverb, and stereo outputs for external amplification, notes Gear4music.
  • Portability: Lightweight (13.5 kg) and includes a built-in 6W x 2 stereo speaker system, making it ideal for rehearsals and small gigs, says the MUSIC STORE professional website and this YouTube video
RD-88 vs. RD-88 EX
The standard RD-88 can be upgraded to the RD-88 EX functionality via Roland Cloud, which adds the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 expansion, bringing more premium piano tones, notes Roland’s site and this YouTube video.
Standard Features
  • Lightweight and compact design for easy transport and setup
  • Hammer-action keyboard (PHA-4) for world-class playability
  • Acoustic and electric pianos powered by our acclaimed SuperNATURAL engine
  • Easy-to-use interface optimized for performance
  • Three zones with external control and Apple MainStage integration
  • Room-filling onboard speaker system
  • Expand the instrument’s sounds with the RD-88 EX Upgrade available on Roland Cloud

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