Roland RP102 Digital Piano

Introduction

The Roland RP102 digital piano blends advanced capabilities with a traditional upright look that gives instant enjoyment and exceptional piano value in a home piano that is perfect for all family members.

This 88 note digital piano has inspiring sound and incorporates various features to help make the learning experience a true pleasure. This entry-level piano checks off so many of the boxes – read below to find out more!

Model Overview

It starts with a very handsome looking satin black cabinet that looks like a premium piano at an affordable price. Then when you turn the power button on and begin to explore the easy operation of this digital piano, you realize there are a lot of functions that will really enhance your playing experience.

Roland’s PHA-4 action gives you such a controlled and balanced response and when combined with the SuperNATURAL tone engine, it is not hard to get the impression that this is a real, authentic piano performance. With 4 piano tones and 11 other musical instrument sounds, there is plenty of opportunities to experiment with different musical genres and styles.

Add the fact that RP102 lets you split the piano into 2 44-note pianos for fun duet play in twin piano mode, or even layer 2 sounds together, such as piano and strings, and you now have an instrument that can really bring out the creativity.

But that’s not all! Because there is Midi Bluetooth built-in, you can now connect the Roland’s Free Piano Partner 2 app wirelessly, using any mobile device like iPad or Smartphone and end enjoy flashcard games, music exercises, backing rhythms, and digital sheet music. Of course, there is a myriad of other apps that have been developed to make your music experience positive, fun, and educational.

To get you started, there are even over 200 on-board songs including traditional music, classical masterpieces by Mozart and Beethoven, and famous piano etudes from Hanon and Czerny.

With a sliding key-cover, music rack, and 3 pedal system all included, the only item you might want to add is a matching piano bench and there is a large selection from Roland that from single to duet and adjustable that can be ordered to suit your situation.

The Roland RP102 would be a welcome addition to any family and one that can be cherished for years. Perfect for a living room, studio, or even bedroom environment, the small footprint makes it ideal for any room.

Action

Using Roland’s PHA-4 Standard keyboard with refined sensing technology for highly expressive playability, you will find the keys are responsive to the touch, easy to control, and well balanced – a must for any student to advanced player.

The Sound Engine / Tone Generator

The Roland RP-102 uses their amazing SuperNATURAL piano sound. While this technology is used only on the piano sound,  it so impressive as it uses a combination of Roland’s sampling and modeling. Each of the 88 keys is sampled, (digitally recorded) at full length, with completely natural decay. Then Roland’s modeling technology is applied to make sure the transition between samples and velocities is smooth. So rather than having a quite sample, medium sample, and loud sample, adding modeling means there are many transitional layers of volume available that are also controlled by the how musician plays as if you were playing a real piano.

Connectivity

The RP-102 offers 2 Phones jacks (usable as output jacks. There is one stereo miniature phone type and one stereo 1/4-inch phone type. A convenient USB to host and USB to device ensure that you can use this digital piano in any environment with MIDI files and audio files.

Accessories

The RP-102 comes with the Owner’s manual, Leaflet “Stand Assembly”, AC Adapter, Power Cord (for AC Adapter), and music rest.

You will need to purchase an optional matching bench.

Bluetooth

MIDI Bluetooth ensures that you connect your device wirelessly to the piano to use with apps like Roland Piano Partner 2, GarageBand and Flowkey – to name a few.

Notable Features

• Quality piano performance and onboard practice features in an affordable, space-saving instrument
• Ideal as a first piano for the home, and also a great fit for lesson studios, practice rooms, and other music education settings
• Class-leading Bluetooth connectivity for wireless communication with music apps on smartphones and tablets
• Exclusive Roland Piano Partner 2 app provides easy access to advanced piano controls and numerous features for education, entertainment, and performance
• SuperNATURAL Piano technology delivers the authentic tone and response of an acoustic grand piano
• PHA-4 Standard keyboard with refined sensing technology for highly expressive playability
• Three pedal controls with metal construction for real acoustic piano feel
• Over 200 onboard songs include traditional music, famous classical pieces, and essential practice etudes
• Modern digital design eliminates the need for regular tuning and other costly maintenance
• Handsome black cabinet offers a traditional look in a compact footprint

Roland RP102 Owner’s Manual

• [English] RP102 Owner’s Manual