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The entry into the RD world
The RD-08 delivers legendary Roland RD piano performance in a sleek, modern and easy-to-carry keyboard. Our currently most affordable RD model relies on uncompromising sound and outstanding playability for professional live use and has an intuitive user interface so that you never lose track, even in hectic situations. The RD-08 can also be upgraded. This way, you can enjoy even more sounds and features as your needs evolve.
- RD Stage Piano with a modern design and expandable features
- Intuitive user interface for quick navigation
- Lightweight and compact enclosure for easy transport and setup
- PHA-4 keyboard with 88 weighted keys and ivory feel for outstanding playability
- Award-winning SuperNATURAL pianos and electric pianos from the RD-2000 and RD-88 models
- ZEN Core Engine with over 3,000 additional sounds, including organs, synthesizers, strings, brass and more
- Room-filling sound via integrated stereo speaker system
- Expand the sounds and functions with the RD-08 upgrade from the Roland Cloud
Legendary RD performance
From hobby musicians with occasional weekend gigs to touring professionals – stage musicians have preferred Roland RD pianos since 1986. The RD-08 continues the legacy of the renowned series and combines the most important RD features in a cost-effective instrument that can be expanded in its capabilities through an upgrade if necessary.
High-quality pianos – and more
The dynamic and characterful acoustic and electric pianos of the RD-08 are based on Roland SuperNATURAL technology and offer limitless possibilities of expression live and in the studio. There is also a wide selection of organs, synthesizers, strings and other sounds available for almost every style of music - powered by the same ZEN-Core sound engine that is also used in our current top synthesizers.
Outstanding playability
The RD-08 offers a first-class playing feel that combines more than four decades of experience in the development of Roland pianos. The PHA-4 keyboard with 88 weighted keys and ivory feel enables an authentic gaming experience like a grand piano. At the same time, the innovative design elements ensure reduced weight without having to compromise on feel or performance.
Everything under grip live
As with all RD pianos, you can always find your way around the RD-08's clear user interface and concentrate fully on your playing. The top level buttons provide quick access to sound selection, transposition and other functions. Layers, effects, EQ and more are available via the multifunctional buttons. In addition, all settings can be saved as scenes and called up at the push of a button while playing.
Ready for anything
The RD-08 is the ideal stage piano for active and mobile musicians. With its light weight and compact dimensions , it is easy to take with you anywhere. At the same time, it is built robust enough to withstand the rigors of the road for years to come. The integrated stereo loudspeaker produce a powerful, room-filling sound . This way you don't need an additional amplifier model when practicing at home, in the rehearsal room or at small gigs.
system expansion through RD-08 upgrade
The RD-08 will accompany you and your increasing ambitions and needs in the future. Available as a one-time lifetime key purchase in the Roland Cloud, the RD-08 upgrade expands the piano's standard equipment with numerous new features.
SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 — An all-new concert piano from our SuperNATURAL Expansion Premium series.
MainStage Support — Seamless integration with popular Apple Performance software lets you combine RD sounds with virtual instruments, create zones, and more.
Wave Expansion Slots — Expand your sound base with two virtual slots for Wave Expansions from the Roland Cloud.
USB Expansion — Integrated USB audio interface for working with music production software on computers.
- Aftertouch: no
- Battery operation possible: No
- Color/ Finish: Black
- Connections: 1x Headphone 6,3 mm, 2x 6,3 mm Output, 1x 6,3 mm Mic Input, 1x 3,5 mm Line Input, 3x Pedal Connector 6,3 mm, MIDI Out, USB host, USB device
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 1284 x 159 x 258 mm
- Display: Graphic LCD Display 128 x 64 Pixels
- Effects: Zone Multi-effects: 3 systems, 90 types, Zone EQ: 3 systems, Zone Tone Color: 3 systems, Scene Multi-effects (IFX): 90 types, Sympathetic Resonance, Chorus/Delay: 8 types, Reverb: 6 types, Master Compressor, Master EQ, Input Reverb, Input EQ
- Hammer Action: no
- Integrated loudspeakers: Yes
- Keyboard: PHA-4 with pressure point simulation und Ivory Feel
- Keys: 88
- Loudspeaker: 2x (12 cm + 2 cm)
- Memory: USB Flash drive
- Modes: 3 Parts
- Power (watts rms): 2x 6 W
- Sound generation: ZEN-Core, SuperNatural Piano, SuperNatural E. Piano
- Sounds / Tones: over 3000
- Weight: 13,5 kg
- Wood Keyboard: no
Roland was founded as a manufacturer of various music materials and studio technology on April 18, 1972 in Osaka, Japan. Among the earliest products to come onto the market were the first rhythm machines from the TR series, whose successors TR-808, TB-303 and TR-909 had a significant influence on both techno and electro music, as well as hip hop scene. The JC-120 Jazz chorus guitar amplifier was also created in the mid-1970s, and both Andy Summers from The Police as well as Kirk Hammett and James Hetfield from Metallica were audibly impressed by its ultra-clear sound in conjunction with the built-in chorus effect . Since then and to this day, Roland has continuously expanded its catalog with high-quality and interesting products in a wide variety of fields such as digital pianos, groove boxes, e-drums and synthesizers.