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Roland RD-08 Stage Piano

Roland RD-08 Stage Piano

4.8· 53 ratings

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$766.00at musicstore.comObserved at 12:14 AM

33% under what the other stores charge

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Our take on the Roland RD-08 Stage Piano

The Roland RD-08 is an 88-key stage piano built around Roland's PHA-4 weighted action with escapement and ivory-feel keytops, the same action family used on the higher RD models. It carries the RD line's core piano and electric piano sounds, Bluetooth audio and MIDI, USB MIDI, a MIDI Out port, and two assignable pedals in the box. At 13.5 kg it is light enough for one person to carry to gigs. Its best new price was $766 at musicstore.com as of November 4, 2026, with four stores listing it new.

Best forGigging pianists who carry their own boardPlayers who want weighted keys on a budgetBand and church players needing Bluetooth audio playbackHome players who want a stage piano that doubles as a MIDI controller
Pros
  • PHA-4 weighted action with escapement and ivory-feel keys at this price
  • Light for a full 88-key weighted board at 13.5 kg
  • Bluetooth audio and MIDI plus USB MIDI and a 5-pin MIDI Out
  • Two assignable pedals included
  • Roland RD piano and electric piano sound engine
Cons
  • No built-in speakers; needs an amp or PA
  • Small onboard display and menu-driven editing
  • No pitch or mod wheels, unlike the RD-2000
  • No cover included

Roland RD-08 Stage Piano prices at every store

  • musicstore.comNew

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    $766.00Observed at 12:14 AM
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  • Kramer's Piano ShopNew

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    $1,099.99Observed at 12:14 AM
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  • SweetwaterNew

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    $1,149.99Observed at 12:14 AM
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by sweetwatersound

    $1,149.99Observed at 12:14 AM
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Roland RD-08 Stage Piano price history

Lowest price we've seen: $766.00 on Nov 4 at musicstore.com. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 4.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it highly, 4.8 out of 5 from 53 ratings, and most praise the key feel and sound for the money. Complaints center on the small screen and the lack of speakers.

Pros
  • PHA-4 action feels close to an acoustic piano
  • Piano and EP sounds sit well in a band mix
  • Light enough to move alone
  • Bluetooth audio is handy for playing along to tracks
Cons
  • Interface takes menu digging for splits and layers
  • No onboard speakers
  • Fewer hands-on controls than the RD-2000

Specifications

Number Of Keys
88
Weighted Keys
Yes
Key Action
Weighted-action PHA-4 keyboard, PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement
Touch Sensitivity
Yes
Key Size
Full-Size
Key Finish
Ivory Feel
Number Of Pedals
2 (assignable)
Pedal Type
Sustain
Pedals Included
Yes
Pedal Functions
Sustain
Weight
13.5 kg
Width
1284 mm
Depth
258 mm
Height
159 mm
Connectivity Type
USB, MIDI
MIDI Connectivity
USB MIDI
USB Connectivity
USB B (Class Compliant for MIDI), USB A (Mass Storage)
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Connectivity Ports
MIDI Out
USB Type
Type A (for update), Type B (for computer/MIDI)
Instrument Type
Keyboard Piano
Color
Black
Instrument Style
Stage piano
Cover Type
No

Questions and answers

Is the RD-08 worth it over the RD-88?
The two share the PHA-4 action and much of the sound set. The RD-08 is the leaner, cheaper board; pick the RD-88 if you want its fuller control layout and onboard speakers. At $766 at musicstore.com as of November 4, 2026, the RD-08 is the lower-cost way into the PHA-4 action.
Does the RD-08 have built-in speakers?
No. It is a stage piano, so you need an amp, PA or headphones. The Bluetooth audio input lets you play along to music from a phone through the same output.
How heavy is it to carry?
13.5 kg (about 30 lb) and 1284 mm wide. One person can move it, but a bag or case and a stand are extra purchases.
What is in the box?
The piano, a sustain pedal and a second assignable pedal, plus a power supply. No cover or stand is included.
Can it work as a MIDI controller?
Yes. It sends MIDI over USB-B (class compliant) and has a 5-pin MIDI Out, and Bluetooth MIDI is supported. It has no pitch or mod wheels, so check that your software mapping covers that.
When is it cheapest?
Its best new price was $766 at musicstore.com as of November 4, 2026, with four stores listing it new. Compare those stores before buying; stage pianos often drop around holiday sales.
Where is the Roland RD-08 Stage Piano cheapest?
At musicstore.com, for $766.00, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Roland RD-08 Stage Piano?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 53 ratings.
Where can I buy the Roland RD-08 Stage Piano?
9 stores we checked sell it, including musicstore.com, Kramer's Piano Shop, Sweetwater, eBay, Austin Bazaar.

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