Roland RD-08

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Roland RD-08

Roland

RD-08

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 587707
Brand: Roland
Model: RD-08
Category: Stage Pianos
Price: $933.90

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The RD-08 is a solid, portable stage piano that balances sound quality, features, and affordability. It's a great choice for gigging musicians, music educators, or anyone needing a versatile keyboard without a massive footprint or premium price tag. The ZEN-Core engine unlocks a ton of creative possibilities.

Product Description

  • Roland RD-08
  • Stage Piano
  • Weighted 88-key keyboard with Ivory Feel (PHA-4 standard)
  • ZEN-Core Sound Engine
  • ZEN-Core Sound Engine
  • SuperNATURAL Piano and SuperNATURAL E-Piano sound engine
  • 3 Parts
  • Effects: EQ and multi-effects per part (90 different effect types)
  • master compressor
  • master EQ
  • Song player
  • Metronome
  • Speaker system 2 x 6 W
  • Speaker configuration: 2x 12cm woofer and 2x 2cm tweeter
  • Display: Graphic LCD 128 x 64 pixels
  • Stereo output: 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Stereo headphone output: 6
  • 3 mm jack
  • Stereo line input: 3
  • 5 mm jack
  • Microphone input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Inputs for sustain pedal and 2 foot switches: 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI Out
  • 2 x USB ports for computers and mass storage
  • Range of functions expandable via optional RD-08 Upgrade Pack: SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3
  • MainStage Support
  • Wave Expansion Slots
  • support for ZEN-Core Sound Packs and USB audio interface with 24 bit / 48kHz
  • DP-2 damper pedal and operating instructions
  • Optional suitable case: Art.#511336# (not included)
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 1284 x 258 x 159 mm
  • Weight: 13.5 kg
  • Includes external power supply unit
PROS
  • • PHA-4 action offers a surprisingly realistic, nuanced piano feel.
  • • ZEN-Core engine provides a wide palette of contemporary and classic sounds.
  • • Integrated speakers are surprisingly decent for gigging without external amps.
  • • Compact design and relatively light weight for an 88-key stage piano.
CONS
  • • LCD display is small and somewhat dated, limiting visual information.
  • • SuperNATURAL piano sounds, while good, aren't class-leading like higher-end models.
  • • Limited physical controls can make complex editing on the fly challenging.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 88
Key Action PHA-4 weighted, Ivory Feel
Sounds ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL Piano/E-Piano, diverse ZEN-Core sounds
Polyphony 128 voices (ZEN-Core), 96 voices (SuperNATURAL)
Effects 90 effects per part, master EQ/compressor
Connections 2x USB, MIDI Out, Stereo Outputs, Mic Input, Pedal Inputs
Weight 16.6 kg (36.6 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PHA-4 is a good action, but lacks the escapement and subtle nuances of the more premium PHA-50 found on their flagship pianos.
Yes, the RD-08 supports loading custom ZEN-Core sounds via USB, expanding its sonic capabilities significantly.
While not a replacement for a full PA system, the integrated speakers are surprisingly usable for smaller spaces and quieter rehearsals; they’ll give you a decent baseline sound.

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