Roland - RD-88 EX 88-Key Digital Stage Piano

Because the Roland RD-88 EX 88-Key Digital Stage Piano seamlessly combines superior sound quality, exceptional playability, and unmatched portability, it stands as a quintessential choice for professional musicians. Since its inception in 1986, Roland's RD series has been synonymous with excellence, and the RD-88 EX continues this legacy with cutting-edge technology. Powered by Roland's renowned SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core sound engines, this digital stage piano delivers an extraordinary musical experience, ensuring top-tier performance across diverse musical genres.The RD-88 EX features an expressive PHA-4 hammer-action keyboard with Ivory Feel keys, offering an authentic grand piano touch. This design is the result of five decades of Roland's piano innovation, providing a realistic playing experience while maintaining a lightweight structure for easy transport. Beyond its exceptional piano sounds, the RD-88 EX includes over 3000 non-piano sounds, ranging from organs and synths to strings, brass, and world instruments, all derived from Roland's historic sound library. These sounds are powered by the ZEN-Core engine, the same technology found in Roland's flagship synthesizers, offering unparalleled versatility for any performance setting.The RD-88 EX is equipped with three zones, allowing musicians to create intricate layers and splits using both internal and external sounds. Its built-in USB audio/MIDI interface and dedicated control profile for Apple MainStage facilitate seamless integration of virtual instruments and studio tracks into live performances. The intuitive RD panel layout enhances workflow efficiency, enabling quick access to sound categories, saving setups in Scenes, and instant recall of the main piano voice with a single touch. Multi-function controls provide hands-on management of volume levels and other parameters, while a comprehensive selection of effects is available to enrich your sound with everything from subtle studio enhancements to dramatic processing.Designed for portability, the RD-88 EX features built-in stereo speakers that deliver rich, room-filling sound, eliminating the need for external amplification during home practice, rehearsals, or small venue performances. This makes it an ideal choice for musicians who prioritize convenience without sacrificing sound quality. Additionally, owners of the original RD-88 can upgrade their instrument with the RD-88 EX Upgrade available on Roland Cloud, which includes the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion title, bringing their model up to EX specifications.Experience the Roland RD-88 EX 88-Key Digital Stage Piano, a testament to Roland's unwavering commitment to stage piano excellence, and elevate your musical performances to new heights.