RD-700SX: Digital Stage Piano
RD-700SX: Digital Stage Piano
Features
Equipped with the most authentic and expressive multisampled grands to ever adorn a stage piano, the RD-700SX represents the pinnacle of digital stage-piano design and performance. Driven by Roland’s most powerful sound engine, the RD-700SX enables the ultimate in sound and performance with two world-class grand piano waveforms at its core, and featuring 128-voice polyphonic performance, a Progressive Hammer-Action keyboard, and an expanded soundset (which includes brilliant electric pianos, authentic virtual tonewheel organs, and more). The RD-700SX is an unrivaled new breed of stage piano.- Roland’s ultimate stage piano
- Collection of the world’s finest concert grand pianos
- Authentic Progressive Hammer Action
- Full Parametric 3-band EQ with Graphic Interface
- Standard MIDI File player
- USB MIDI interface and file transfer
More Info
Stunning SoundsWith Roland’s most powerful processing engine at its core, the RD-700SX provides two complete 88-note world-class concert grand pianos, each with individual multisamples for every key, and recorded at a variety of velocity levels. The RD-700SX also contains authentic electric piano and virtual tonewheel organ instruments, as well as an entire GM2-compatible sound set. Load and Play Standard MIDI files with the built-in MIDI File player. Onboard Rhythm and Arpeggiator functions are provided as well.
Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard
The RD-700SX is equipped with Roland’s top-of-the-line Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard, which provides heavy-to-light response as you climb from low to high octaves, just like a real piano. Combined with a true hammer-action mechanism, the keyboard offers an incredibly natural response that feels and plays like a true grand.
Instant Access
With its front-panel sliders, large buttons, and backlit LCD, the RD-700SX is a fast and friendly instrument to pilot, especially for live performers who need instant, fumble-free access to sounds. The one-touch PIANO and E.PIANO buttons let you recall your favorite instrument sounds and edits — such as changes to the piano's String Resonance and Key Touch, or the E.Piano's Amp type. You can also switch entire groups of settings during a performance by selecting a Setup that you've edited and stored in advance; up to 100 Setups can be stored and instantly recalled.
Onboard Effects
Transform your sound with the RD-700SX’s powerful twin multi-effects engines onboard. Among the many high-quality effects types are reverb, chorus, Sound Control (3-band compressor), and dedicated 3-band parametric EQ with adjustable frequency, Q, and gain for achieving the perfect custom-tailored sound. Dedicated knobs, buttons, and the large graphical display allow intuitive sound control.
Well Connected
The RD-700SX is fully equipped for the gigging professional. Both 1/4" and XLR outputs provide compatibility with all popular types of mixers and amplification systems. And for the utmost in performance expression, the RD-700SX offers inputs for damper pedals and two-function assignable foot pedals. Use the tandem MIDI outs and USB I/O for MIDI control and data backup/exchange. The RD-700SX’s customizable Master Control features allow it to serve as the master for other MIDI instruments. And for audio/visual-minded musicians who want to “play” graphics (via Edirol video equipment), the RD-700SX is V-LINK compatible.
Sound Expansion
The RD-700SX offers an impressive 474 internal tones and 14 rhythm kits, which can be expanded by adding two optional Roland SRX boards. Choose from an impressive lineup of SRX titles, including Complete Orchestra, Big Brass Ensemble, World Collection, Platinum Trax, and more.
Specs
- RD-700SX Specifications
- Keyboard
- 88 keys (Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard)
- Part
- 16 Parts
- Maximum Polyphony
- 128 voices
- Wave Memory
- 128 M bytes (16-bit linear equivalent)
- Expansion Slots
- Wave Expansion Board SRX Series: 2 slots
- Tones
- Normal Tones:208Tonewheel Organ:10General MIDI 2 Tones:256Rhythm Sets:5General MIDI 2 Rhythm Sets:9
- Setups
- 100
- Flash Memory
- Approx. 1 M Bytes (1000 K bytes)
- Effects
- Multi-Effects:2 systems, 125 typesReverb:6 typesChorus:3 typesSound Control(3-band Compressor)3-band Digital Equalizer
- Arpeggiator
- 128 styles
- Rhythm Pattern
- 185 patterns
- Controllers
- Zone Level slider x 4 (Assignable), Equalizer knobs, Reverb knob, Chorus knob, Multi-Effects Control knob, Pitch Bend/Modulation lever
- Display
- 128 x 64 dots graphic LCD (with backlit)
- Connectors
- Headphones Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type, Output Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4 inch phone type, Output Jacks(L, R): XLR type, Pedal Jacks (DAMPER, FC1, FC2): 1/4 inch TRS phone type, MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT1, OUT2, THRU), USB Connector (supports file transfer and MIDI), AC Inlet
- Power Supply
- AC 117 V, AC 230 V or AC 240 V (50/60 Hz), AC 220 V (60 Hz)
- Power Consumption
- 12 W
- Accessories
- Owner’s Manual, CD-ROM (RD USB Driver), Damper Pedal (DP-8), Power Cord
- Options
- Wave Expansion Board: SRX Series, Pedal Switch: DP-2, Damper Pedal: DP-8, DP-10, Foot Switch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6 (TRS phone jacks cannot be used.), Expression Pedal: EV-5, EV-7
- Size and Weight
- Width
- 1,414 mm
- 55-11/16 inches
- Depth
- 374 mm
- 14-3/4 inches
- Height
- 143 mm
- 5-11/16 inches
- Weight
- 24.5 kg
- 54 lbs. 1 oz.
- *The specifications are subject to change without notice.
Insider
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Accessories
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SRX-01
Dynamic Drums Exp. Board Amazing drum sounds and expressive dynamics including drags, flams, and more. |
SRX-03
Studio SRX Exp. Board Expressive pianos, basses, synths, nylon string guitars, drums, and more. |
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SRX-04
Symphonique Strings Exp. Board One of the world's finest collections of stereo-sampled string and orchestral sounds. |
SRX-05
Supreme Dance Exp. Board Hundreds of drums, synths, and other essential sounds for making professional dance tracks. |
SRX-06
Complete Orchestra Exp. Board Hundreds of fresh, inspiring sounds for composing and film scoring. |
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SRX-07
Ultimate Keys Exp. Board 300 inspiring Patches and 10 Rhythm Sets covering all the keyboard bases, including some tasty loops. |
SRX-08
Platinum Trax Exp. Board One of the most comprehensive dance-music expansion boards on the market. |
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SRX-10
Big Brass Ensemble Exp. Board A superb collection of brass sounds suited for pop music, film scoring, classical, and more. |
SRX-12
Classic EPs SRX Expansion Board The finest sound library of coveted EPs and Clavs to bear the Roland logo. |
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DP-10
Damper Pedal This well-built, real-feel pedal comes with a non-slip rubber plate — essential when performing on hardwood or slip-prone surfaces — and an extended cable (2.2m) for stacked multi-keyboard setups. |
Downloads & Updates
Downloads & Updates
- RD Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 32-bit Edition
- This is the RD driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7.
- RD Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 64-bit Edition
- This is the RD driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7 64-bit Edition.
- RD Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 32-bit Edition
- This is the Roland RD driver for Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM).
- RD Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 64-bit Edition
- This is the RD-700GX/SX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Vista(TM) 64-bit Operating Systems.
- RD Driver Version 1.0.0 for Mac OS X 10.6
- This is the Roland RD driver for Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) or later.
- RD Driver Version 1.2.0 for Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier
- This is the Roland RD driver for Mac OS 10.5 (Leopard) and earlier.
- RD-700SX USB Drivers (PC)
- RD-700SX System Update Version 1.07
- This is the latest operating system for the RD-700SX. Please refer to the readme.pdf document included in this download for the update procedure.
Note: This update resolves an issue where the sound of a note would randomly sound quietly. This update also resolves other minor system related issues.
Note to Windows Users:You will need the PC SMF Update Application if you do not have access to a sequencing program.
Note to Mac Users: You will need the UPD SMF Update Application if you do not have access to a sequencer program.
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