Roland Announces Digital Pianos: RP301, RP301R, F-120 & LX-15

ROLAND ANNOUNCES RP301 DIGITAL  PIANO

SuperNATURAL Piano Sound in an Entry-Level Instrument

Los Angeles, CA, January 19,  2012 — Roland is pleased to announce the RP301  Digital Piano,  an affordable home instrument whose rich sound and impressive  playability belies its modest Equipped with the acclaimed SuperNATURAL®  Piano sound  engine and Ivory Feel-G keyboard, the RP301 is the perfect entry-level  piano for aspiring piano students and families.

The  popular RP-series pianos have long provided respected Roland quality at  a great value, and the new RP301 carries this tradition to the highest  level. With the  inclusion of the SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine, the RP301 allows  users to enjoy leading-edge digital technology at the most accessible  price ever. First introduced in Roland’s high-end instruments,  SuperNATURAL Piano has received accolades all over the world  for its incredibly natural tone and superior response.

The  RP301 is also outfitted with the Ivory Feel-G keyboard for an authentic  grand piano playing touch. This excellent keyboard features a  progressive hammer action  that reproduces the expressive feel of an authentic acoustic grand.

A  user-friendly panel layout with dedicated buttons provides easy access  to the RP301’s sounds and functions. Useful education features include a  built-in metronome,  as well as Twin Piano mode, which splits the keyboard into two  identical zones for side-by-side instruction and duet playing. Also  onboard is a handy recorder that lets users capture their performances  for instant evaluation and enjoyment.

With  its low power consumption and auto power-off function, the RP301 is  very environmentally friendly. Two handsome finishes are available to  suit any home or  music school’s decor: Satin black (RP301-SB) and Simulated Rosewood  (RP301-RW). 

The RP301 will be available in February 2012. For more information, please visit www.RolandConnect.com.

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ROLAND ANNOUNCES RP301R DIGITAL PIANO

Fun and Affordable SuperNATURAL Piano with Onboard Rhythm Accompaniments

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2012 — Roland is pleased to introduce the RP301R  Digital Piano,  an attractive, fun, and affordable instrument that will please players  of all levels. Featuring the SuperNATURAL® Piano sound engine, Ivory  Feel-G  keyboard, and built-in rhythm accompaniments, the RP301R is perfect for  beginning piano students, families, and anyone that wants to have fun  playing the piano.

Onboard  are 60 fun, rhythm accompaniments designed for pianists enrich your  musical repertoire and enjoyment. Make incredible music with the newly  developed full-keyboard  chord recognition engine, which reacts to the pressing level of the  damper pedal. You can play along with sophisticated rhythm  accompaniments without changing your piano playing style. Rhythm  accompaniment can be expanded through USB memory.

At  the heart of the RP301R is Roland’s acclaimed SuperNATURAL Piano sound  engine, which delivers an authentic grand piano playing experience with  seamless variations  in tone from pianissimo to fortissimo, notes that fade naturally  without looping, and three-dimensional sound and response.

The  88-note Ivory Feel-G keyboard provides world-class touch to match the  RP-301R’s SuperNATURAL Piano tone. Featuring a progressive hammer action  design with escapement,  it inherits the functions, appearance, and texture of keyboards found  on Roland’s flagship pianos. Thanks to the combination of top-level  sound and playing feel, the RP301R offers expressivity and performance  that rivals that of high-end instruments.

The  RP301R supports USB MIDI, so users can connect to computers and use the  instrument with music recording software. With the USB Memory function,  users can stream  music directly from a convenient USB memory, allowing them to play  along with their favorite WAV audio and SMF (Standard MIDI File) songs.

Equipped  with a built-in stereo speaker system, the RP301R delivers rich and  full sound with an easy-to-adjust volume control. The RP301R is provided  with environment-conscious  design with Auto Off function and low power consumption. Available in  two different finishes (Satin Black or Simulated Rosewood), the compact  and beautiful upright cabinet fits in nearly any space and decor. The  RP301R is also outfitted with a smooth-sliding  keyboard cover, three integrated pedals, and headphone jacks for silent  practice.

The RP301 and RP301R will be available in February and April 2012 respectively. For more information, visit www.RolandConnect.com.

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ROLAND RELASES NEW F-120 DIGITAL PIANO

SuperNATURAL Piano in a Contemporary Cabinet

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2012 — Roland is happy to announce the F-120  Digital Piano, a stylish new member of Roland’s piano line that features SuperNATURAL® sound and an Ivory Feel-G  Keyboard. The F-120’s ultimate piano sound and response is combined  with a supreme touch that looks and feels like a true grand.

Perfect for budget conscious players looking for an authentic yet space-saving, contemporary package, the F-120 provides expression and performance that rivals  high-end pianos, thanks to the combination of the SuperNATURAL Piano  engine and an Ivory Feel-G keyboard with the latest sensor technologies.

The  F-120’s compact, lightweight cabinet boasts a minimalist aesthetic  design that easily blends into any home or dorm interior – in two  classy finishes: Satin Black or White. Environmental friendliness is  also taken into consideration with low power consumption and an Auto Off  function.

Dedicated  front panel buttons are great for piano practice, lessons, and  performance.  Twin Piano, metronome and recorder functions also  lend well to lessons or practicing. A stereo miniature phone jack lets  you connect a portable audio player (sold separately) and play along  with your favorite songs. The built-in song libraries include famous  Czerny and Hanon etudes in addition to the collections  of masterpieces.

The F-120 Digital Piano is expected to be available in February 2012. For more information, visit www.RolandConnect.com.

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ROLAND UNVEILS LX-15 DIGITAL PIANO

Handsome Upright with SuperNATURAL  Piano Core and Innovative Acoustic Projection Sound System

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2012 — Roland is proud to introduce the LX-15  Digital Piano,  an elegant upright-style instrument with grand piano sound and  attitude. The LX-15 boasts Roland’s acclaimed SuperNATURAL® Piano sound  engine, plus  a newly developed Acoustic Projection sound system that delivers an  inspiring multi-dimensional sound field never before available in this  instrument class and rich, natural piano resonance.

The  impressive LX-15 features a more traditional and attractive upright  cabinet with a polished black ebony finish. With its SuperNATURAL Piano  sound engine, the  LX-15 provides the ultimate piano playing experience with seamless  tonal transition, notes that fade naturally without looping, and  unparalleled sound and response.

To  compliment the SuperNATURAL Piano core, Roland has developed an  innovative Acoustic Projection sound system for the LX-15. Based on  technology inspired by the  V-Piano® Grand sound system, the six-speaker system delivers a rich and  resonant sound field. Using complex, multi-channel internal processing,  the various elements of piano sounds and piano resonance are blended  independently and output to the sound system  for an incredibly organic and spatial sound.

The  built-in piano selection has been expanded in the LX-15. In addition to  modern grand-piano sounds, a newly added Early piano category contains  four fortepiano  variation and two harpsichord variations. You can enjoy a treasured  lineup of instruments new and old spanning centuries.

The  LX-15 is also equipped with Roland’s PHA III Ivory Feel keyboard with  Escapement, giving players the authentic touch and feel of a high-end   grand piano in an upright instrument. In addition, the LX-15 is  equipped with Progressive Damper Action Pedal with half-pedal  recognition, and the top lid of the piano can be opened and closed  smoothly for tonal variation.

The LX-15’s built-in recorder  lets you capture your  performances as audio and/or MIDI data, which is a convenient feature  for pianists, as well as students who want to evaluate their playing  afterward. Recorded audio data can be saved onto USB memory, and copied  to an external computer for making audio CDs  or for uploading to the Internet.

The  LX-15 was also designed with the environment friendly. Its maximum  power consumption is just 85 W, which is approximately 40% less than  the previous model, and with enhanced volume and sound pressure. When used under normal conditions in a typical household, power consumption is around 38 W*. The LX-15 also  has an Auto Off function that, when activated, can turn power off after certain duration of non-activity.

With  its gorgeous looks, grand piano acoustic and expressive authenticity,  and marvelous playability, the LX-15 meets the demanding needs of music  schools, serious  pianists and piano teachers, and is a perfect instrument for home users  that desire a true grand piano experience in a space-saving, upright  design.

The LX-15 Digital Piano is available now. For more information, please visit www.RolandConnect.com.