Roland RD-88 EX Stage Piano | Sound Demos

[@FinestAccent]

Great piano sounds! I’ve been playing keyboards for years.

[@Kurara-n9i]

How Beautiful sound❣️ it is❣️ from Japan🥰

[@pianistjustforfun]

The "ex" software update for the RD-88 is 99 $. Nice to have a new piano sound available. But why not include some new F.M. & Wurlitzer Pianos, because they are really weak on the RD-88? Piano bass notes right, upper notes left side, why?

[@VadimShinnik]

RESPECT Mr.Tibbs 🙌

[@Daring2Win]

WARNING!!! From the RD-88 usuer forum: "I've wasted $100 so no one else has to. Unless this upgrade unlocks some great 'to be announced' features, this is a HUGE waste of time & hard earned cash. I had hoped that the EX would also mean more expansion capability since a piano library was included... Nope, you lose a slot with the included Piano Expansion scam. Oh, and the pianos... Yeah, THEM. Not only are these retooled iterations of 1 piano sound, which is about half the volume of the factory pianos, but the quality is only about as good as the Piano 1/1w/d sample found in the 'Common' bank included with the instrument. I actually like that one more. And, after spending a Benjamin on this scam, the keyboards information page doesn't even indicate EX, which would have been a consolation for those selling this keyboard. SMH. I am officially done with Roland."

[@LoikBredoleseOfficial]

0:00 The Sims 1, when you're building your house.

[@alrick3000]

Is this Scott Tibbs? His playing style is so distinct. I used to watch on repeat his demos of the Fantom X on the Roland website.

[@strongchord4384]

Good to see the RD1000/MKS20 tone in there. Is it as good as the one included in the RD2000 though? Does it have the original’s chorus setting?

[@tonylancer7367]

I almost thought that the EP tones from the MKS-20/RD-1000 were included but no, it's not the case. To answer you, the RD-1000 sound has been included in almost all the Roland boards with the original chorus, not sure if you've ever played or looked for the sound?

[@strongchord4384]

@@tonylancer7367 But in the video you can see ‘RD1000’ captioned and on the kbd’s display so surely it is included? Re your second point I have an MKS20 module but if I can get away with its main sound + chorus included in the RD88 then that’s great. I’ve already contacted Roland and up until this EX announcement they were adamant that it was only available in the RD2000. The question is whether the RD88’s version is as good as the one in its big brother.

[@Rfx222]

As an owner of an ancient Mks-20 I only can say the RD-1000 preset shown on this demo sounds 0% similar to the original and more like a synthetic saw pad. About original's chorus, no, it doesn't sounds like the original, this one is a joke.

[@812cp]

Hey @RolandChannel, how do existing RD-88 owners find the EX expansion for their instrument? I'm looking on Cloud Manager and it is nowhere to be found.

[@recloose2041]

Check back after 5pm PDT, should be there soon. Sometimes a short delay between hardware and software releases.

[@812cp]

@@recloose2041 Yes, it's up now, thanks for the tip.

[@pianistjustforfun]

@@812cp You bought it?

[@anxiousproductions9183]

Really? As long as you’re logged in it should be sitting in the “Upgrade” tab at the top. I’ve got it. Seems like a lot of money for what it is, but then no more than buying a VST I suppose. I guess because you don’t get a new interface etc. (Like a VST) you don’t seem to get much for your money. Also, once it’s upgraded it is in no way obvious! You have to hunt around for the new patches! It’s pretty underwhelming.

[@kttk7549]

I totally agree that Roland should not use modeling instead should use sampling. I bought the entry level keyboard of Roland just because the keyboard is better designed then other brands. That’s all. Oh more instruments voice as well.

[@LucasCosta-tz4nr]

I don't know much about keys. Does this upgrade means it will have the same pianos supernatural sound as the FP-30x-60x? I liked the piano sounds of the fp-x series, but I feel they may lack the "rest" ( as for a nice Rhodes, organ, ep), also doesn't appear to show much control, although being basic piano is understandable. In terms of sound and playing does this change anything between FP and RD entry line?

[@Jason75913]

FP series are completely different from RD88, and simpler than the RD

[@abelwritesmusic]

My favorite sounds: 0:07:14 040: TINE EP MK II 0:08:09 045: PHASER TINE EP 0:12:31 336: TRANSCEND

[@Wisnu_Himawan79]

When will be roland release a flagship arranger keyboard? We really wait for it!!!

[@vito_keys]

E-A9 EX would be a good idea :D

[@Wisnu_Himawan79]

@@vito_keys yeah that will be great!! Hopefully ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@coscrupi]

Fantom is the flagship

[@Wisnu_Himawan79]

@@coscrupi i mean arranger keyboard type, fantom is a workstation

[@jjacob25101]

​@@Wisnu_Himawan79The E Series was relabeled Chinese junk. A while back, they came out with the FP-E50 which has cutting edge features and styles other arranger keyboards don't have. Their latest release is the new Go:Keys 3/5 that has most of those features at a budget price with found and style expansion from their vast Roland Cloud selection, always growing. It's hard to beat. Other than that, which is a major release with lots of interest and praise, they are focusing on their professional level keyboards, like the RD-2000 EX and this RD-88 EX. I am very satisfied with their new releases, and even the original RD-88/RD-08. Not Roland but the other phenomenal keyboard in my eyes that has been out awhile is the Yamaha CK61. The weighted key CK88 is great, too, but at twice the price at $2000.

[@musiccreation1198]

Is the AC power supply in the RD-88 EX and RD-2000 EX universal ... supports Europe & US voltages???

[@Hexspa]

I don't understand why the A-88 mk2 is only, at the time of this comment, $70 cheaper when it comparatively lacks so many features. Why not combine them into one product or reduce the cost of the A-88? There's no way you're selling a ton of them.

[@abelwritesmusic]

Does this not have a Wurlitzer electric piano (reed) sound?

[@martijn7898]

Just got a RD-88. It’s really good. Great keyboard in this price range, low weight, and I really like how much you can edit it - also for use as a master keyboard. But I am disappointed by the quality of the Wurlitzer sounds. Roland used to have a great modeled Wurlitzer but this piano only seems to include the Rhodes. Any possibility that there an expansion for better Wurlitzer piano sounds? Perhaps the existing expansions are better than built-in sounds?

[@pianistjustforfun]

You can save your money: The EXZ011_ClassicEP Expansion will not offer a better wurlitzer sound. I bought it & never use it.

[@martijn7898]

Decided to try the EXZ011 expansion. And although it’s not the best-ever Wurlitzer, I think it’s a vast improvement compared to what’s included in the RD-88 by default. The Clavs seem better / drier too. So for me it solved my main gripe with the product.

[@agusgener74]

Sell the Roland, save some more money and get a Nord.. or Yamaha YC 😉

[@martijn7898]

@@agusgener74 That’s another option of course, but they are far too expensive and not necessarily better. Only the organs are lacking in the Roland, but it’s better to have a dedicated clonewheel for that anyway.

[@naomiigashima9443]

I wonder what are differences between 88 amd 88EX ?? (I owned the previous 88, not EX one)

[@Jason75913]

nothing worth discussion, and there is an "upgrade" to add the extra content that the EX model gets, otherwise, they are the exact same keyboard

[@tonylancer7367]

Looking forward to the Juno-DS replacement, if you can add the two wheels from the Fantom (if that's all you add) then that's good enough for me.

[@andrealentullo6661]

73 keys version????🙏

[@rullysiswanto4583]

Yes. I agree. RD73 or RD76

[@magneticfilm]

The design looks like a calculator from the 90s, but it sounds not that plastic like he previous Roland D-pianos. I'm impressed. In comparison to the Yamaha YC 61 its got really strong piano sounds with good bass. The Rhodes sounds are flat like the previous versions and the synths...well...plastic with no depth, but usable.

[@Jason75913]

If you use good speakers or headphones, the Yamaha YC61 is in a completely different level of sound quality as far as pianos and e.pianos, RD88 is no match or close to.

[@paulsarodh5460]

🎼🎵🎶Supr ROCKIN 🎼🎶🎹🎹

[@OfficerFredPowell]

3:14 Is it just me, or does dark felt patch sound muffled and lacking clarity?

[@BananasananaB]

Is there an RD-73 EX in the future ?

[@rullysiswanto4583]

Yes. RD 76 or RD73. I WANT

[@Jason75913]

Sick playing. If you have an extra RD88 (EX or original), feel free to send it to me. :)

[@Daring2Win]

I just don't hear any distinct difference from the stock pianos.

[@matty1953565962]

Can someone tell me why Roland doesn't put music stands on their digital pianos? I have an old RD-64 that I love, but I hate having to drag a music stand everywhere. Plus, it looks lame on stage.

[@Jason75913]

You want a home console digital piano like HP704 or LX708, or a formal portable digital piano like FP30X, FP60X, or FP90X. Stage keyboards like this one don't get music stands, you bring your own, it's not like they are expensive accessories.

[@stevenlevittt]

For me, it will forever be HALTANE

[@luthandoheshu984]

I wish Roland could provide new sounds for older models. Roland are you listening?

[@recloose2041]

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[@galaxophone]

Wow, I wanna know who's playing lol

[@ablesam]

The legendary Scott Tibbs from Roland.

[@galaxophone]

@ablesam wow, I know the name but didn't realize he was so prolific that he didn't even require crediting lol. Thanks :)

[@CrazyDriverSwed]

Is it true that this EX model has exactly the same hardware as the old RD 88 but with the $99 software update included? If so, then how can the EX model be that much more expensive? Makes no sense. Maybe it's just me but most of the piano patches sounds the same except different filters and velocity curves. I'm losing my faith in Roland.

[@EFPianist]

Endorse-me with this model, please.. I will make tons of videos with it and have it for at least 5 years. I'm from Brazil.

[@giladshapira9]

I'm sorry, but the Supernatural piano sounds are far from sounding natural in my opinion. The sustain and resonance are improved in this version but the core sound is still really synthetic sounding, and getting worse when played harder (high velocities). I'm still waiting for a new and better sound engine from Roland.

[@brunohmd1]

Eu não entendo porque a roland não trás novas amostras para competir ocm os rivais ba questão do som de piano, até gosto das teclas, da construção do teclado em si.

[@ChayoSaldarriaga]

Agree 100%

[@ZTAudio]

Just goes to show you. The SN pianos are great IMHO..

[@DNHarris]

There is the V-piano modeling engine but I believe that is only available on top offering of each line (e.g. RD 2000/2000-EX, Fantom 6/7/8).

[@Bruce.-Wayne]

​@@DNHarris.....is Roland ever gonna use Piano Sampling for these models in the future?....the modeling is not for everybody

[@ChayoSaldarriaga]

Kurzweil piano sound is absolutly better.

[@timbrandon1466]

Do think you could play something that's not jazz orientated.

[@strongchord4384]

It’s the cruise ship expansion pack.

[@INeedsMoneys]

Right, waaay too much dissonance. Roland think we all are Jazz musicians lol

[@Bruce.-Wayne]

Lol....C'mon guys, nothing like dissonant chords and tons of syncopation....taste good to me...🤣🎹🎹🎹🎹

[@pinheiroartur3020]

Well this is a really piano player…high level skills,he has.