Product Description

The Roland V-Stage 88 is an absolute state-of-the-art powerhouse stage piano showcasing a ton of features that will surely inspire both seasoned stage veterans and pro session players alike. This new flagship model from Roland boasts advanced creative control, authentic playability, and professional studio quality sounds. There are many instruments on the market today that claim to be the ultimate go-to stage solution, but the Roland V-Stage 88 may be the closest to earning this title yet. The V-Stage 88 offers a streamlined and intuitive user experience packing in four of Roland’s highly respected sound engines offering endless tonal options in a robust roadworthy yet lightweight and easy to carry package. The V-Stage 88 will be an absolute game changer in the lives of many stage and studio musicians offering the perfect balance between incredible sound, portability, and reliability in any environment. With instant access to studio-grade sounds, an intuitive workflow, and user-friendly control surface, the V-Stage 88 will be a welcomed addition to any serious musician’s instrument collection.

Roland has meticulously engineered this beautiful 88-note weighted hammer action keyboard with pianists in mind who are seeking an authentic piano feel. This action features Roland’s trusted progressive hammer mechanism and does a fantastic job of capturing even the most subtle nuances of your performance. From delicate passages to more heavy-handed playing styles, this action will not disappoint even the most experienced pianists.

This impressive keybed also features ivory feel surfaces and escapement, to truly capture the authentic response of a grand piano action. This weighted action will inspire an immersive experience with natural feedback and dynamic control. Regardless of the music style you are playing, the V-Stage 88 will not disappoint – it offers a true representation of what a premium concert instrument should feel like.

The Roland V-Stage 88 utilizes four fantastic tone engines on board, offering an endless combination of studio quality sounds suitable for virtually any application.

• Acoustic Piano Engine – Roland has provided a truly expressive and authentic piano experience on the V-Stage 88 utilizing their renowned V-Piano technology. This engine features an array of upright and grand piano tones, as well as a felt piano option that are all totally customizable through their Piano Designer tools. All nuances of the piano playing experience are emulated and can be tweaked to each user’s ear and preferences.
• Electric Piano Engine – Roland has included a new and improved version of their beloved SuperNATURAL engine bringing an array of classic vintage and modern electric pianos to the V-Stage 88. To further add to the authenticity of these sounds, Roland has included classic dedicated effects like chorus, phaser and amp modeling for added grit.
• Organ Engine – Featuring Roland’s Virtual Tone Wheel technology, the V-Stage 88 features rich and authentic organ sounds including a three-part console model, vintage transistor tones as well as a pipe organ. These impressive tones can be further modified with authentic rotary speaker emulation as well as overdrive for some added analog crunch.
• ZEN-Core Synth Engine – The V-Stage 88 is also equipped with Roland’s powerful ZEN-Core engine, featuring over 400 onboard sounds with further expansion via Roland Cloud. This remarkable engine also includes some of Roland’s most legendary models including the Jupiter-8, Juno-106, JX-8P, and SH-101. All of the included tones can be layered and customized on the fly, providing a seemingly infinite amount of textures for experienced electronic music producers and musicians.

In terms of connectivity, the Roland V-Stage 88 has you covered for both stage and studio use with all of the possible professional input/output configurations you will ever need.

• Balanced XLR and ¼” Stereo outputs for superior audio clarity in live and studio settings.
• Two balanced sub outputs for flexible monitor configurations.
• XLR microphone input with dedicated volume control for seamless vocal integration.
• Stereo line inputs for connecting external audio sources.
• USB-C audio/MIDI interface for effortless DAW and mobile device compatibility.
• USB memory port for saving and transferring custom setlists.
• Two USB device ports for external MIDI controllers such as the Roland A-49 or A-PRO series.
• MIDI I/O and four individual pedal inputs for sustain, footswitch, and expression control.

Roland has certainly redefined the game in terms of included features on the V-Stage 88. Here is a brief list of some of the many impressive features this piano is packed with.

• Weighted 88-note hammer-action keyboard with ivory-feel keys and escapement
• Four independent sound engines for unparalleled sonic versatility
• Expandable sound library via Roland Cloud Model Expansions
• Hands-on control interface for on-the-go sound customization
• 512 user Scenes and 128 Scene Chains for streamlined performance flexibility
• Comprehensive connectivity for stage and studio integration
• Road-ready construction for durability and longevity

The Roland V-Stage 88 will certainly earn its place among other top stage pianos as a true stand-out piece. Roland has seemingly gone all out to ensure that this instrument checks off every box possible on the wish list of any discerning professional stage or studio musician. Regardless of where you find yourself playing, you know that you are equipped to handle any scenario with this collection of expressive pianos, vintage electric keys, dynamic organs, and authentic synth tones. Featuring a comfortable and streamlined workflow thanks to the intuitive control surface, rugged yet lightweight design and pro-level sound quality – the V-Stage 88 would easily become any avid stage performer’s best friend. Roland has certainly set the tone for what’s to come in the future of digital stage pianos.

[English] V-Stage 88 Owner’s Manual

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