Rhodes MK8 Launch Event Live at Ronnie Scotts - The Dan Goldman Demo

In this film, Rhodes Chief Product Officer Dan Goldman demonstrates the vast scope of the preamp in the new MK8 to an enraptured audience at Ronnie Scott's in London.
From glistening highs to heavy crunch, auto-wah and beyond - let us guide you through the array of sonic options the MK8 preamp provides.
*Please note that the audio is captured through a camera microphone and does not accurately represent the MK8 sound.

[@ldifalco2010]

Certainly a great instrument for those that can afford it. It's nice to know that in this digital keyboard world of 2022, electro mechanical tine based pianos are being built even if for the most of us, it's not a financially sound option. The good news is that the used Rhodes piano market is thriving and parts for your old Rhodes are still available, not just from the new Rhodes company but from vintage keyboard restoration businesses in the US too.

[@SessionsWithMike]

That's exactly what I wanted to hear. Its got that bark and those sustained notes and chords sound great.

[@atomboyd]

HOW is this just camera audio?!? This sounds incredible. My wife will kill me when I trade our car for this, but might be worth it. Plus instant soundtrack to my loneliness!

[@jaysgood10]

Some cameras cost more than a Rhodes

[@mikeconvery7185]

Go for it!

[@junimeme5626]

There's no proper words to describe how good this thing sounds

[@T.H.W.O.T.H]

Dan Goldman. What a beast!!

[@TheDieselOnly]

The warmth of the bass is just incredible! 😮 Goosebumps!

[@jakemehewmusic]

Dan's playing makes me weep! ❤️

[@jeygraf7218]

this is a completely mesmerizing piano😍

[@shayeasy]

one of the most incredible and unique instruments i’ve ever seen

[@JabunAudio]

Man this is incredible! Especially loving that ramp vari-pan and all the ring mod effects. Such a beautiful sound. Massive congrats and well done to everyone involved in making this!

[@vincewizz8534]

It sounds sooo good! What a beautiful instrument 🙌 I hope one day I’ll be able to enjoy one 🙂 Also, so cool to see you doing this Dan… I guess it’s a dream come true for you… congrats and thanks for all that dedication! 👏

[@goldphinga]

Thanks so much man!

[@ericwilhelm2941]

THE ALL NEW RHODES M A R V E L O U S 8 Team Rhodes has it all covered as we can hear. And visually the Team had the right Idea to come back and stay True to Original versions with Wood case. Dan Goldman , thanks so much for being Instrumental in this. Great playing too!!!

[@tech1238]

Excellent presentation, and what better place to do it 👌😎

[@goranmarkov5018]

The king is back!!!

[@mikehalmajan7283]

What a beautiful instrument! Simply gorgeous sound and tone! On my bucket list definitely! 😎

[@Matt_Heebs]

agreed!

[@carlbowles1808]

Rhodes essentials with improvement. I grew up during the 1970's Rhodes Era and absolutely approve of this instrument and the world class talent who made it happen. To every one at Rhodes, thank you.

[@rhodesmusic]

Hi Carl, Thank you for your lovely comment. Thank you for your support! Regards, Rhodes

[@hugorodrigues1623]

Gorgeous sounds! Great product, great demo!

[@MotorHolmes]

Honestly, such an amazing piano!

[@jefgibbons]

SO exciting... beautiful machine!

[@AdrianValia]

As beautiful as I remember it!

[@leonwaves]

hi

[@ManCalledMif]

Wow! It's got so much depth to the sound design. Looks like a lot of fun. Love the MIDI sync too. Awesome instrument and fantastic demo Dan.

[@TinnyBashing]

absolutely gorgeous!!

[@EverettDudgeon138]

Rhodes pianos, Prophet 5s, Oberheim relaunching....we are obsessed with the past because we know there’s no future

[@rupertgillies447]

Amazing.

[@caseylockwood5512]

Incredible, it sounds so good. I'm still a little shook that it costs ten grand, but i guess if we're talking pianos, 10k is actually cheap. This is sort of a piano...

[@medialex78]

It has Steinway keys, so it is sort of a Steinway piano and 10k are even cheaper...

[@mjm5081]

My God what a beautiful instrument!

[@SethPlaysBass]

love it! i'll get one eventually.

[@CosmosDweller]

aka By and by ...... 🙂

[@learnmusic488]

Yes very pricey.. but the old saying is ‘you get what you pay for’… and it sounds fantastic… Just the way an early-mid 70s Rhodes ‘should’ sound.. Plus all the other bells and whistles Just a Shame that *Chick* couldn’t Live to see its release,..and play it 😔

[@carlbowles1808]

I'm willing to pay the high price because the instrument is just that good. We get what we pay for and pay for what we get. There is no such thing as a free lunch.

[@lahoz6]

Great sound!!! 👏👏👏

[@danielcolfer4671]

I want one now.

[@markhudson5825]

That‘s so awesome.

[@stevec.1802]

The new BMW for the chosen few. I'd love to test drive one of these at some point.

[@kriz_music]

So good!

[@SuneSchack]

Awesomeness, Dan! 🎹⭐️☮️💜🚀🙏

[@Antonym68]

Go, Dan! Wonderful 😊

[@valinaaraegnor1469]

i just wanna hear this thing play clair de lune already.

[@clivehunte3026]

Fabulous beast!!!

[@ajmaq]

It sounds amazing!!!

[@bhok5228]

impressive

[@vivingeorge8417]

This is awesome!! Pure luxury..🙂🙂Is there a sales office in India?

[@floncyb5436]

I’m just happy

[@clunt2548]

This is an amazing instrument, I just hope its in production long enough for me to scrounge up the 10k lol.

[@matteock]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@EduardoRohdeEras]

I liked it as well

[@CosmosDweller]

Well, I've entered to win one--why not? (as they say) 😎🎹 #NiceAx!

[@marrkzulunuz]

That Rhodes is Top Ranking! Who made those congas? Peter Musser?

[@wibblewabblewoo6249]

I wish I could afford one 😭

[@TTX01-Chardo]

I like your watch 🤣

[@DormosMacko]

Where's that from that he starts playing at 10:58 ?

[@goldphinga]

I was improvising on the spot so not an actual tune 😎 glad you like it anyway!

[@noahfickel]

Kind of has the vibe of "Can't Help It" by Michael Jackson

[@mert-mert-mert]

❤❤❤

[@NikolausBrocke]

Beautiful. Unfortunately I am a guitar player 😕

[@ceyhanyzc]

Yeah 2.5 seconds is good 😄💯👏🏾

[@ricarcorpse]

Bluey!

[@bearkt]

What will the price be? I'm in Europe if that matters.

[@rhodesmusic]

You can customise your very own MK8 and view full info and pricing at www.rhodesmusic.com.

[@richardpennington5445]

£10,000 for a top quality, boutique bass/guitar is not so unusual these days. For a player who earns their living playing keys this is not an extortionate asking price. The problem is that it is not intended to be for the semi pro / hobbyist player.

[@markhiemstra8132]

Now I hear some more features are comming, when can I order the full options version?

[@rhodesmusic]

Hi Mark, you can order the full option version here - rhodesmusic.com/product/rhodes-mk8

[@Belly_BB]

🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵

[@See_Sharp]

The only thing here I can afford is that Casio watch.

[@AshleySlater247]

So weird to hear a Rhodes in tune... ;)

[@AshleySlater247]

It's really well thought out instrument, Dan, top job!

[@KCJazzKeys]

Shut up and take my money!!!

[@TheJackJulian]

Keep playing and take the money!!

[@nickdryad]

Can you buy spare parts for old Rhodes? If so can I have all the parts please?

[@rhodesmusic]

Hi Nick, we have a spare parts sector being launched on our website shortly. Keep an eye out for updates.

[@nickdryad]

@@rhodesmusic I certainly will. Always loved The Rhodes. This new iteration is amazing.

[@southgatekid53]

This while nice appears to be like Hammond B-3 mk2… nice the price is prohibitive. I’d find a nice Rhodes model, buy it, have it gone through, rebuilt, repaired, and be content. Down the road the new digital legends will never re-sell or hold their value. But again, one never knows.

[@rhodesmusic]

The Mk8 has a completely analogue signal path and is an electro-mechanical piano just like our original pianos. it has tines, tonebars, pickups, dampers and hammers, again, just like our original instruments but uprated and updated in every way possible.