The Roland RD-88 is a light, compact stage piano that is suitable for the stage as well as for the living room at home. Despite its 88 weighted, velocity-sensitive keys and built-in speakers, the Roland RD-88 weighs only 13.5 kg. Like the manufacturer's larger models, the RD-88 features SuperNATURAL pianos and electric pianos. A selection of over 3000 sounds and 400 scenes always ensures the right sound selection. A user-friendly interface with intuitive controls makes the Roland RD-88 easy and fast to use.
The Roland RD-88:
88 weighted keys with ivory feel (PAH-4 standard)
Easy and clear operation
Graphic LC display (128 x 64 pixels)
ZEN Core Sound Engine, SuperNATURAL Piano
More than 3000 sounds
400 user scenes
Rhythm pattern
Song player
Audio playback of WAV files
90 different effect types, master compressor, master EQ
I wanted to upgrade to a weighted keyboard with a good range of sound/instrument options and this really has that. In particular, there are a number of choices that sound like a Fender Rhodes stage piano, which I love. Also, a bunch of options I haven't even exploired yet, such as reverb, delay, and graphic equaliser options. All in all, I love this keyboard, with the single exception that there is no sheet music holder attachment with it. However, that twiddle knobs do a good job of holding my music book in place as leant against the wall, if you get what I mean. Ships from Germany, so you probably do have to wait the six working days.
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