Los Angeles, CA, July 23, 2024 — Roland announces the RD-2000 EX and RD-88 EX, the latest members of the historic RD family of stage pianos for professional performers. Building on the foundations of previous generation models, these powerful instruments offer players expanded creative capabilities with new world-class piano sounds. In addition to the RD-2000 EX and RD-88 EX models for first-time purchasers, RD-2000 and RD-88 owners can expand their instruments with EX sounds through upgrade packages available for purchase on Roland Cloud.

RD-2000 EX Stage Piano

Launched in 2017, the RD-2000 was celebrated as the most advanced RD stage piano to date. The RD-2000 EX builds on this foundation, introducing two pre-installed V-Piano Expansion titles. Designed for top-level stage performers, the RD-2000 EX features independent sound engines powered by V-Piano and SuperNATURAL technologies, ensuring exceptional sound quality and versatility.

The German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01, first available in 2022, provides a rich, versatile voice inspired by concert-class grand pianos. With 17 ready-to-play Tones, this expansion offers organic responsiveness for solo performances and the power needed for ensemble settings.

The newly developed Essential Upright V-Piano Expansion 02 brings an intimate sonic character with 14 preset Tones, suitable for various musical styles. These expansions, combined with sophisticated Piano Designer tools, allow for extensive customization, making the RD-2000 EX a creative powerhouse.

Key Features:

  • Independent sound engines powered by V-Piano and SuperNATURAL technologies.
  • Premium hammer-action playability with the PHA-50 keyboard.
  • High-end controller features and computer integration for modern workflows.
  • German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01 with 17 Tones.
  • Essential Upright V-Piano Expansion 02 with 14 Tones.

RD-88 EX Stage Piano: Compact, Lightweight, and Powerful

Introduced in early 2020, the RD-88 earned acclaim for delivering RD’s sound and playability in a portable, affordable package. The RD-88 EX continues this tradition, retaining core features like SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core sound engines, an expressive PHA-4 hammer-action keyboard, and an intuitive control interface. Additionally, it includes a powerful onboard stereo speaker system.

The highlight of the RD-88 EX is the pre-installed SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion, adding a premium concert piano voice to the existing SuperNATURAL acoustic and electric pianos. With 15 distinctive Tones and 20 Scenes, the RD-88 EX is perfect for diverse performance settings, from live bands to solo and ambient work.

Key Features:

  • SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core sound engines.
  • Expressive PHA-4 hammer-action keyboard.
  • Room-filling onboard stereo speaker system.
  • SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion with 15 Tones and 20 Scenes.

Upgrading Your Current RD-2000 and RD-88

For existing RD-2000 and RD-88 owners, Roland offers the RD-2000 EX Upgrade and RD-88 EX Upgrade packages on Roland Cloud. These upgrades bring the latest EX sounds to your current instrument. Available through a Lifetime Key purchase in Roland Cloud Manager, these upgrades ensure that your RD piano remains at the cutting edge of performance technology.

Upgrade Details:

  • RD-2000 EX Upgrade: $199.99
  • RD-88 EX Upgrade: $99.99
  • Available on Roland Cloud Manager

FAQs

What new features do the RD-2000 EX and RD-88 EX offer? The RD-2000 EX includes pre-installed V-Piano Expansion titles, such as the German Concert V-Piano Expansion 01 and Essential Upright V-Piano Expansion 02. The RD-88 EX features the SuperNATURAL Acoustic Piano 3 Expansion with new Tones and Scenes.

Can existing RD-2000 and RD-88 owners get these new sounds? Yes, current RD-2000 and RD-88 owners can purchase the RD-2000 EX Upgrade and RD-88 EX Upgrade through Roland Cloud Manager.

What are the prices of the new models and upgrades? The RD-2000 EX is priced at $2,599.99, and the RD-88 EX at $1,299.99. The RD-2000 EX Upgrade is available for $199.99, and the RD-88 EX Upgrade for $99.99.

The RD-2000 EX and RD-88 EX stage pianos represent Roland’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence. Whether you’re a new buyer or looking to upgrade your current instrument, these models offer expanded sound capabilities and unparalleled performance features. Explore the endless creative possibilities with Roland’s latest RD series pianos.

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