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Take the Stage with the Excellent Roland RD-88 EX





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The Roland RD-88 EX delivers stellar RD stage piano performance with an expanded soundset and unparalleled playability. Thanks to Roland’s expertly crafted PHA-4 keybed with hammer-action Ivory Feel keys, the RD-88 EX feels like a real acoustic grand piano. Powered by the company’s acclaimed Zen-Core sound engine and groundbreaking SuperNATURAL technology, it sounds like one, too. In addition to world-class pianos you get an enormous library of premium sounds, all instantly deployable from the instrument’s fast, user-friendly interface. Equipped with USB MIDI/Audio, the RD-88 EX is perfect for controlling your DAW of choice, and it also offers tight integration with Apple MainStage. Other features include onboard rhythm tracks for jamming and performance, a lightweight, rugged chassis that’s easy to transport, convenient built-in speakers, and more. About town or across the globe, the Roland RD-88 EX is the ideal stage piano.





Note: Owners of the original RD-88 can purchase an upgrade with the complete EX feature set via Roland Cloud. This upgrade package will update the model to EX specs, including the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer for further details.





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Keyboardists appreciate having tons of sounds at their disposal, and the RD-88 EX doesn’t disappoint. Roland packed the RD-88 EX with more than 3,000 sounds courtesy of the ZEN-Core sound engine. Of course, the acclaimed SuperNATURAL acoustic and electric pianos are onboard, as is the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion pack. Fortunately, you don’t have to wade through a forest of confusing knobs and menus to access the sounds you need in the heat of a gig. The instrument’s thoughtfully designed interface keeps all the necessary controls within easy reach. From acoustic and electronic pianos to organs and flutes, everything’s right at your fingertips. It’s just as easy to dial up a new sound as it is to shape your tone and add effects on the fly. Need more sonic flexibility? You’re in luck, as the RD-88 EX also integrates with Apple MainStage to control soft synths over three zones.





A poised playing feel





When you feel connected to your instrument, you’re going to perform better. It’s as simple as that. Roland knows this as well, which is why they outfitted the RD-88 EX with their acclaimed PHA-4 keybed. Professionals all over the world rave about the PHA-4’s natural playability and smooth, reliable action. The Ivory Feel finish behaves like traditional ebony and ivory keys, gradually breaking in over time. Play your RD-88 EX for long enough, and it’ll feel just like the well-used piano you first learned on. With the RD-88 EX, you relish a playing experience usually reserved for high-ticket acoustic grand pianos. The key surfaces also wick away moisture during marathon gigs under hot stage lights, so you’ll always hit your mark, no matter how demanding and technical the musical passage.





Gig with confidence





Just because the RD-88 EX rewards musicians with a refined playing experience doesn’t mean it won’t take a beating. In fact, it quite easily handles the rigors of the road. The streamlined, roadworthy chassis easily fits in the back of the van and is an absolute breeze to set up. This stage piano also comes equipped with an integrated speaker system, which is super convenient for everything from intimate venues to solo rehearsals. From local club gigs to major world tours, your RD-88 EX is ready to rock. When you consider its superb build quality and playability, its massive premium soundset, and its amazingly budget-friendly price tag, there’s one inescapable conclusion: the Roland RD-88 EX is a fabulous value. Get yours at Sweetwater today!





Roland RD-88 EX Features:


Professional 88-key digital stage piano with expanded soundset


PHA-4 keybed with hammer action and Ivory Feel provides world-class playability


Streamlined interface makes it easy to find sounds and dial-up effects


ZEN-Core sound engine with 3,000 sounds, including organs, synths, strings, brass, and more


Acclaimed SuperNATURAL acoustic and electric pianos


Includes the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion


Apple MainStage integration lets you control soft synths


Immersive, room-filling onboard speaker system


Convenient rhythm tracks for jamming and performance


USB memory port for MP3/WAV audio playback and data backup


Supports USB MIDI/Audio


Compact, lightweight, roadworthy chassis


DP-10 damper pedal included