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Description

Step into the world of professional sound with the Roland RD-700, a synthesizer designed for the discerning musician who values versatility and quality. Known for its 88 weighted keys, this instrument provides an authentic piano feel, making it ideal for both practice and performance. The RD-700 is equipped with Roland's acclaimed sound engine, ensuring that each note resonates with clarity and depth.

Whether you're exploring classical compositions or crafting contemporary electronic tracks, the RD-700 offers a vast palette of sounds, from traditional grand pianos to dynamic synth tones. Its intuitive interface allows for seamless navigation, enabling you to tweak and customize your sound with ease. With built-in effects such as reverb and chorus, your creativity is truly unbounded, providing the tools you need to create unique sonic landscapes.

Designed with the modern musician in mind, the RD-700 also features robust connectivity options, including MIDI and USB ports, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of music production software and hardware. This synthesizer is more than just an instrument; it's a gateway to endless musical possibilities.

Key Features:

  • 88 weighted keys for a realistic piano experience
  • Comprehensive sound engine with a wide array of acoustic and electronic sounds
  • User-friendly interface with easy navigation and sound customization
  • Built-in effects including reverb and chorus
  • MIDI and USB connectivity for integration with music production setups
  • Durable construction suitable for stage performance and studio use

Product specs

Brand Roland
Model RD-700 88-Key Digital Stage Piano
Finish Black
Year 2001 - 2005
Made In Japan
Categories Digital Stage Pianos
Analog / Digital Digital
Key Size Full Size
Keyboard Action Weighted
MIDI I/O MIDI Input, MIDI Output, MIDI Through
Number of Keys 88 Keys
Polyphony 128 Voices

FAQs

What type of keyboard action does the Roland RD-700 have?

The Roland RD-700 features a weighted keyboard action, providing an authentic piano feel that is ideal for both practicing and performing.

How many keys does the Roland RD-700 have?

The Roland RD-700 is equipped with 88 full-size keys, offering a complete range similar to an acoustic piano.

Is the Roland RD-700 suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Roland RD-700 is designed as a digital stage piano, making it well-suited for live performances with its robust sound engine and durable build.

What is the polyphony capability of the Roland RD-700?

The Roland RD-700 offers 128-voice polyphony, allowing for complex performances without note dropouts.

Does the Roland RD-700 support MIDI connectivity?

Yes, the Roland RD-700 includes MIDI Input, Output, and Through, enabling integration with other MIDI-compatible devices for expanded performance options.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Roland RD-700.

Build quality

  • Owners note the RD-700 GX is exceptionally durable, described as a "tank" that withstands frequent transport and impacts without key failures.

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  • The RD-700 doesn't have built-in speakers; external speakers or headphones are necessary for optimal sound.

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  • The RD-700sx keybed is described as having very nice action and proper weighting, praised as the best feeling keybed at its price point.

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Features and functionality

  • The RD-700 GX can layer up to four sounds, each with dual FX, and includes classic Roland effects such as Dimension D and CE-1.

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  • Owners praise the RD-700's piano sounds, often considering them superior to the RD-2000.

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  • The RD-700 is expandable with Roland SRX boards, which can enhance its sound palette.

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  • The RD-700sx includes both DIN and USB MIDI, allowing it to be used as a controller for external devices like computers or tablets.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Users find the small display challenging for sound setup, requiring practice to navigate efficiently.

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  • Sticky keys may cost between $150-300 to fix, depending on location and service provider.

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Software and compatibility

  • The GX model supports USB, enhancing connectivity options that are absent in earlier models like the original RD-700.

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  • Despite older piano sounds, the RD-700sx remains versatile for non-solo performances, with the potential to enhance sound libraries via MIDI.

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User experience

  • Some owners compare the keyboard's action to a real piano, though it feels heavy and less suited for synth playing.

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Value and pricing

  • A used RD-700 with accessories can provide great value, especially when priced below typical market rates like $700+.

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  • A price of £350 for a RD-700sx with a hard case, stand, and pedal is considered a good deal, given the durability and playability of the keyboard.

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darren_hightower

Great digital piano, with a decent variety of onboard sounds.

Roland has gone a few generations beyond this somewhat venerable range of digital pianos. This was my first nice 88 key hammer weighted keyboard, and I still love how it plays and sounds. It's taken a backseat to a brand new Kronos X, but it's still a great keyboard and there are an impressive number of additional synth and keyboard instrument sounds on board.

purplehaw

My favorite Master keyboard

Nice hammer action and great sound library's.

For MIDI lovers: All the keyboard's features and settings are pretty much programmable and adjustable with SYSEX codes.

badassist

Stage piano with not so good piano

If you do not know how to make a piano sound good with this instrument, don't use it. I use it only for some of it's pad sounds.

Artist usage

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See how Trent Reznor uses Roland RD-700

Trent Reznor

Keyboardist, Singer

Nine Inch Nails

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During the 2009 concerts, Trent Reznor used the Roland RD-700 on stage, as seen in the Nine Inch Nails performance of "Cars" with Gary Numan in London.

See how Bruno Mars uses Roland RD-700

Bruno Mars

Singer, Guitarist

Silk Sonic

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Verified via Photo

He is seen with it here

See how Stevie Wonder uses Roland RD-700

Stevie Wonder

Singer, Drummer

U.S.A. for Africa

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Verified via YouTube

Stevie Wonder can be seen playing Roland RD-700 in this video (LA, 2013)

See how Rick Wakeman uses Roland RD-700

Rick Wakeman

Keyboardist

Ozzy Osbourne

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Verified via Rwcc

On Rick Wakeman´s official website he writes that he uses the Roland RD-700 piano.

See how Floating Points uses Roland RD-700

Floating Points

Music Producer, DJ

Floating Points Ensemble

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Throughout this video, Floating Points can clearly been seen using a Roland RD-700 keyboard.

See how Jorge González uses Roland RD-700

Jorge González

Singer, Guitarist

Los Prisioneros

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Verified via Photo

During Jorge González's concert at San Marcos Stadium in Lima on April 28, 2012, he used a Roland RD-700. This is evident from a user-uploaded photo on Conciertosperu.

See how Kurt Schneider uses Roland RD-700

Kurt Schneider

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

The Roland RD-700 can be seen 0:03 into the video.

See how Magne Furuholmen uses Roland RD-700

Magne Furuholmen

Keyboardist

A-ha

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Verified via YouTube

For years, Magne's main keyboard has been a Roland RD-700SX digital stage piano.

See how Yasunori Mitsuda uses Roland RD-700

Yasunori Mitsuda

Composer, Music Producer

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Verified via Filmmusicfestival

In an article by Filmmusicfestival, it is noted that Yasunori Mitsuda uses a Roland RD-700 synthesizer.

See how Groove Armada uses Roland RD-700

Groove Armada

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

At 1:25 Andy can be seen with his Roland RD 700

See how Joakim Brodén uses Roland RD-700

Joakim Brodén

Singer, Keyboardist

Sabaton

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Verified via Photo

In this photo you can see Joakim with a RD-700.

See how Birdy uses Roland RD-700

Birdy

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

In a performance recorded by Paste Magazine at Paste Studios on April 7, 2016, Birdy is seen using a Roland RD-700 synthesizer while performing "Lost It All."

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