The Roland RD-88 EX pro stage piano has authentic RD playability, expanded sounds and USB audio/MIDI. This 88 Key piano features a ZEN-Core engine and PHA-4 keyboard with hammer action.
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If the stage is your second home, your lower back has probably filed a formal complaint by now. For decades, getting world-class piano sound meant lugging around a slab of metal heavy enough to anchor a boat.
The Roland RD-88 EX flips the script, packing the legendary "RD" pedigree — the gold standard for stage pianos since 1986 — into a streamlined, travel-friendly chassis. It’s a sonic powerhouse that bridges the gap between studio-grade sound and the rugged portability required for the road.
Uncompromised Touch and Feel
There’s nothing worse than a digital piano that feels like a toy calculator under your fingers. You need resistance, nuance, and keys that fight back just a little. Roland understands that the connection between player and instrument is sacred, which is why the RD-88 EX doesn't skimp on tactile details. It offers an authentic grand piano touch that lets you dig in for a fortissimo or feather a delicate ballad with equal precision.
PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: This isn’t a flimsy synth action; it’s a fully weighted, hammer-action keybed with escapement that faithfully replicates the mechanical click and feel of an acoustic grand.
Ivory Feel Keys: These keys feature a moisture-absorbing texture that replicates real ivory and ebony, providing a secure grip even during intense performances.
Rugged Durability: Designed for the demands of touring, this keybed is both refined and tough, delivering reliable performance night after night.
A Sonic Universe at Your Fingertips
Ready to play right out of the box, this piano comes armed with the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion. This gives you a premium, concert-ready grand that will cut through the densest mixes. But it doesn't stop there. With the ZEN-Core engine under the hood, you have a sprawling library of over 3,000 sounds at your disposal. Go from a gritty jazz organ to a shimmering synth pad in the blink of an eye.
SuperNATURAL & ZEN-Core Engines: Combine the detailed realism of modeled acoustic pianos with the limitless synthesis power of Roland’s flagship synths for a palette that covers every genre imaginable.
SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion: Included as a factory standard, this expansion offers a rich, complex new concert piano tone that highlights the instrument's advanced processing power.
Zone Mixing: Layer and split the keyboard into three distinct zones. You can stack the RD-88 EX’s internal sounds or blend them with external soft synths to create massive, complex textures.
The Ultimate Gigging Command Center
Let’s be honest: menu-diving during a live set is a total buzzkill. The RD-88 EX is designed to keep your focus on the music, not buried in an LCD screen. Its dashboard is intuitive and direct, with dedicated controls for the functions you actually need mid-song. It also plays nicely with your computer. If your rig relies on Apple MainStage, this keyboard integrates so seamlessly it feels like an extension of your laptop, letting you control virtual instruments without touching a mouse.
Integrated Stereo Speakers: This pro board stands out with built-in stereo speakers that deliver surprisingly clear and punchy sound. Ideal for hotel room practice, backstage warm-ups, or acoustic rehearsals without needing an amp.
Apple MainStage Integration: A dedicated control profile lets you easily map software synths and parameters to the keyboard's knobs and wheels, simplifying your hybrid hardware/software setup.
Lightweight Design: Weighing under 30 lbs (13.5 kg), it’s portable enough for compact cars and tight stages, making setup and teardown hassle-free.
So, What's the Final Score?
The Roland RD-88 EX is a rare find: a professional-grade stage piano that delivers on both portability and quality. It bridges the gap between digital convenience and physical feel, offering an organic playing experience with a nearly endless sound library. If you're tired of compromising between great sound and easy transport, the RD-88 EX is the road-ready companion you've been looking for.
Roland RD-88 EX Features:
Professional RD stage piano with expanded SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion
Acclaimed PHA-4 Standard Keyboard with 88 weighted keys, escapement, and Ivory Feel
Powered by ZEN-Core and SuperNATURAL engines with over 3,000 tones
Three-zone MIDI control with effortless Apple MainStage integration
Room-filling, onboard stereo speaker system (woofers and tweeters)
Intuitive interface with One-Touch Piano and E.Piano navigation
Scene memory function to save and recall complex setups instantly
USB audio/MIDI interface (24-bit/48 kHz) for direct DAW connectivity
USB memory port for MP3/WAV playback and data backup
Microphone input (1/4-inch) with dedicated reverb for singer-songwriters
Compact, lightweight design (29 lbs/13.5 kg) for easy transport
Includes DP-10 Damper Pedal with continuous detection
Warranty: M.I. Products: 1 Year on Parts, 90 Days on Labor; Instrument Amps: 3 Years (1 Year on speakers) on Parts, 2 Years on Labor; Rackmount Power Amps & EQs: 3 Years on Parts & Labor; BOSS Compact Pedals: 5 Years on Parts, 90 Days on Labor; BOSS (other): 1 Year on Parts, 90 Days on Labor; ep, MT, TL, E-Series: 1 Year on Parts, 90 Days on Labor; CPM-300 Powered Mixer: 3 Years on Parts, 3 Years on Labor; AC Adapters, Mech, Footswitches, Headsets: 90 Days on Parts, 90 Days on Labor.
Roland RD88EX Digital Stage Piano Specifications
Roland RD88EX Digital Stage Piano Specifications
Product Specifications
Roland RD88EX Digital Stage Piano Specifications
Keyboard: 88 keys (PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel)
Sound Generator:
ZEN-Core
SuperNATURAL Piano
SuperNATURAL E.Piano
Parts: 3 parts
Tones:
Scene: 400
Tone: Over 3,000
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
Other Functions:
Favorite
Rhythm Pattern
Song Player
MIDI Master Keyboard
DAW Control
Controllers:
2x Assignable Wheel
8x Assignable Control knob
Master Volume knob
Damper Pedal
2x Assignable Pedal
Rated Power Output: 6W x 2
Speakers:
Full Range 12 cm x 2
Tweeter 2 cm x 2
Display: Graphic LCD 128 x 64 dots
External Storage Device: USB flash drive
Connectors:
PHONES jack: stereo 1/4" phone type
OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4" phone type
MIC INPUT jack: 1/4" phone type
LINE INPUT Jack: Stereo miniature phone type
Pedal (DAMPER, FC1, FC2) jacks: TRS phone type
MIDI OUT jack
USB MEMORY port
USB COMPUTER port (supports USB MIDI/AUDIO)
DC IN jack
Power Supply: DC 12V: AC adaptor
Current Draw: 1,500 mA
Dimensions (W x D x H): 50-9/16" x 10-3/16" x 6-5/16"
Weight: 13.5 kg / 29 lbs 13 oz (excluding AC adaptor)
