Roland RPU-3

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Roland RPU-3

Roland

RPU-3

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 254103
Brand: Roland
Model: RPU-3
Price: $146.30

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The RPU-3 is a solid, practical choice for Roland digital piano owners wanting authentic grand piano pedal feel. It’s a good step up from basic single-pedal units, especially if you're into expressive playing and want that half-pedal nuance. Perfect for gigging musicians and home players wanting a realistic touch without a full acoustic piano.

Product Description

  • Roland RPU-3
  • Grand Piano Pedal
  • 3 Pedals
  • 3 Separate jack outputs for each pedal
  • Suitable for FP-7F/RD-64/FP-50/FP-80 and the RD-300NX/RD-700 series pianos and RD-800
  • Half-pedal capable
  • With 130 cm cable (stereo jack)
PROS
  • • Solid construction with a weighted damper pedal for realistic feel
  • • Separate jack outputs offer nuanced pedal control and expression
  • • Half-pedal functionality adds subtle dynamic shaping to your playing
  • • Roland’s renowned reliability ensures consistent performance over time
CONS
  • • Cable length (130cm) may be restrictive for some studio setups
  • • Plastic construction, while durable, lacks the premium feel of all-metal pedals
  • • Limited compatibility outside of specified Roland digital pianos and stage pianos

Product Video

Key Features

Type Grand Piano Pedal Unit
Polarity Standard Positive/Negative
Half-Pedal Yes
Connection Stereo 1/4 in Jack
Material Polypropylene Plastic with Metal Pedal Components
Weight 2.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it might physically connect, the pedal functionality and half-pedal response are designed for Roland instruments, so compatibility isn’t guaranteed.
Yes, the damper pedal has a weighted action intended to mimic the feel of a grand piano's sustain pedal, offering a degree of progressive resistance.
The soft and sostenuto pedals are functional and provide basic control, but lack the nuanced response and feel of a high-end grand piano pedal unit.

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