Roland RD-08 Stage Piano
The RD-08 brings you legendary Roland RD piano performance in a lean, mean keyboard that’s easy to carry. Roland's most affordable RD to date delivers no-compromise sound and playability for professional gigging, supported by an intuitive interface for fast navigation in the heat of the moment. And with the upgradeable design, you can add even more sounds and features as your needs evolve.
- Authentic RD stage piano with a streamlined design and expandable features
- Intuitive interface for fast navigation
- Light and compact for easy transport and setup
- World-class playability with 88-note weighted-action PHA-4 keyboard and Ivory Feel
- Acclaimed SuperNATURAL pianos and electric pianos ported from the RD-2000 and RD-88
- ZEN-Core engine with over 3000 additional sounds, including organs, synths, strings, brass, and more
- Room-filling onboard stereo speaker system
- USB audio/MIDI interface (audio support with Version 1.01 and later)
- Expand the instrument’s sounds and features with the RD-08 Upgrade available on Roland Cloud
Renowned RD performance.
Used by everyone from weekend warriors to top touring pros, Roland RD pianos have been the leading choice of stage musicians since 1986. The RD-08 makes this acclaimed heritage accessible in a budget-friendly instrument with core RD features, along with an upgrade path to expand the instrument’s range whenever the time is right for you.
Premium pianos—and more.
Backed by Roland’s SuperNATURAL technology, the RD-08 is filled with dynamic, characterful acoustic and electric pianos for boundless expression on stage and in the studio. You also get a vast selection of organs, synths, strings, and other sounds to tackle any musical style, driven by the same ZEN-Core sound engine found in Roland's latest flagship synthesizers.
Outstanding playability.
The RD-08 offers best-in-class playability crafted from over four decades of Roland piano development. The PHA-4 88-note keyboard features weighted hammer action and Ivory Feel keys for an authentic grand feel, realized with innovative design elements that reduce the instrument’s weight without compromising the feel or performance.
Gig with confidence.
Like all RD pianos, the RD-08’s efficient panel keeps you focused on playing and creating. Top-level buttons provide fast access to sound selection, transpose, and other functions, while four multi-function knobs offer hands-on control of layers, effects, EQ, and more. All your keyboard tweaks can be saved within Scene memories, ready for recall with just a touch while performing.
Ready for everything.
The RD-08 is an ideal stage piano for active players. The friendly weight and streamlined dimensions make it easy to move, while the rugged build will hold up to years of heavy use. Built-in stereo speakers project rich, room-filling sound, eliminating the need for an external amplifier while practicing at home, playing at rehearsals, and performing in small venues. You can also use the RD-08 as a versatile MIDI controller and sound source for your favorite music production software.
System expansion with the RD-08 Upgrade.
The RD-08 is primed to support your ambitions as future performance needs grow. Available with a one-time Lifetime Key purchase on Roland Cloud, the value-packed RD-08 Upgrade complements the factory feature set with a host of new additions. SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3—An all-new concert piano title from Roland's premium SuperNATURAL Expansion series. MainStage Support—Seamless integration with Apple’s popular performance software allows you to combine RD sounds with virtual instruments, create zones, and more. Wave Expansion Slots—Grow your core sound options with two virtual slots for Wave Expansions on Roland Cloud. ZEN-Core Sound Packs—Expand your creative range with support for an ever-growing selection of Roland Cloud patch collections crafted by top sound designers.
SKU | ROL-RD08 |
Model Name | RD-08 |
Vendor | Roland |
Built In Speakers | Yes |
Connectivity | USB and MIDI (Out Only) |
Included From Manufacturer |
Owner's manual AC adaptor Power cable DP-2 footswitch |
Keys Weighted | Hammer Weighted |
Key Cover | No |
Number of Keys | 88 |
MPN | RD-08 |
Piano Cabinet Style | Portable |
Key Action | PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel |
Speaker Power | 6 W x 2 |
Speaker Size | Full Range 12 cm x 2 Tweeter 2 cm x 2 |
Pedals | Single pedal included Triple pedal sold separately Compatible with: (DP-2, DP-10, EV-5, RPU-3) |
Number of Instrument Sounds | Scene: 100 Tone: Over 3,000 |
Transpose Feature | Yes |
Storage Type | Internal / External USB Flash Drive |
Metronome | Yes |
Audio Outputs | 1/4" (L/MONO, R) 1/4" Headphones |
Audio Inputs | 1/4" Mic In 1/8" Line In |
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 |
Onboard Controllers | Assignable Wheel x 2 Control knob x 4 Master Volume knob Assignable Pedal x 2 |
Finish | Black |
Width | 50-9/16" |
Depth | 10-3/16" |
Height | 6-5/16" |
Product Weight | 29 lbs 13 oz |
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