Rd-170, The perfect stage piano for beginner or pro, Digital piano – Roland -50 User Manual
Page 2: Professional quality at an affordable price, Legendary rd piano sounds and more, Convenient master keyboard functions, New half-damper capabilities, Built-in song recorder and more

RD-170
Digital Piano
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Affordable 64-voice digital piano ideal for
students and stage performers alike
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88-note weighted hammer-action keyboard
with improved touch response
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64 high-quality Tones including an amazing
stereo grand piano and more
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New Master Keyboard functions for controlling
external MIDI modules
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16 Programmable Setups allow instant recall
of custom settings
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New half-pedal recognition for sustained playing
just like an acoustic piano
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Split and Layer functions for dividing the
keyboard or playing two Tones at once
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Onboard 2-track recorder makes recording
performances easy
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Professional Quality
at an Affordable Price
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The RD-170 is a marvel of design. Inside this sleek, lightweight
package is a surprisingly powerful digital piano with features
that rival instruments costing much more. From its improved
weighted hammer-action keyboard to the simplified front panel
and classy wooden end bells, the RD-170 simply outshines
the competition.
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Legendary RD Piano Sounds and More
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As one might expect, the RD-170’s piano sounds are nothing
less than phenomenal. The acoustic grand piano is a real
standout; thanks to stereo sampling, every nuance can be
faithfully captured. Of course, there’s also a selection of fine
instrument Tones ranging from electric piano and strings to
organs, mallets and more—64 Tones in all.
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Convenient Master Keyboard
Functions
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Whether taking advantage of the onboard Split and Layer
functions to play the internal sounds, or controlling a rack of
MIDI modules, you’ll love using the RD-170 as your master
keyboard. With controller functions built-in, you can play
and control external MIDI modules simultaneously—all with
minimal fuss. The RD-170’s 16 programmable setup memories
make it easy to save and recall custom settings—great for
performance.
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New Half-Damper Capabilities
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With new half-pedal recognition, the RD-170 takes on all the
expressiveness of an acoustic grand piano. When used with
the supplied Damper Pedal, this technology allows the RD-
170 to sense pedal positions other than just “On” and “Off.”
The result is more natural sustained playing that captures the
true spirit of an acoustic piano.
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Built-In Song Recorder and More
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The RD-170’s onboard 2-track recorder makes capturing a
performance ultra-intuitive. Or if you don’t feel like playing,
simply listen to one of 16 outstanding demo songs. A built-in
metronome makes it easy for students to stay on beat while
practicing. Whether for home use or on stage, the RD-170
has the features you need most at a price you can afford.
The Perfect Stage Piano
for Beginner or Pro.
With its attractive looks, improved weighted hammer-action keyboard and 64 world-class piano
and instrument sounds, the new RD-170 Digital Piano is a worthy addition to Roland’s acclaimed
stage piano lineup. New half-pedal recognition and Master Keyboard functions make this lightweight
instrument perfect for professional players, while the RD-170’s affordable price keeps it within
reach of all musicians.
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Keyboard 88-key hammer-action (new)
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Max polyphony 64 (Max.)
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Tones 64
TONES, 16 Family. 4 tones for each family
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Slider Controls Master Volume,
Brilliance, Volume Upper/Layer
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Display 7-seg (3-digit) LED
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Play mode Split, Dual,
Full
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Master Tuning (0.1 Hz Steps) 415.3Hz, 466.2 Hz
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Transpose (-6 / +5 Semitone
step)
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Effects Reverb 8 levels, Chorus 8 levels, Resonance 8 levels
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Touch control
4 types of Touch Sensitivity
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Tuning 7 Temperament Scale
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Pedals Damper (Half
damper recognition), Soft/Sostenuto (selectable) - Expression (auto detected)
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Sequencer
tracks 2 tracks
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Sequencer note 5,000 notes
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Metronome Beat: 0/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4,
5/4, 6/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 8 volume levels
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Setup (Perform.) Yes
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Master kbd. func. Yes
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Demo 16
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Connectors Pedal jack x2, Headphone Jack x 2 (Stereo), MIDI In/Out,
Output L/M-R
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Power supply AC mains
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Dimensions (mm) TBD
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Weight 18.0 Kg
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Supplied accessories Owner’s Manual, Power cable, Music rest, Damper Pedal
* The specifications are subject to change without notice.
RD-170 Specifications
*Product pictured is a prototype model. Actual product appearance may be subject to change.