Roland is dropping a new series of professional stage keyboards for this year's NAMM conference: the V-Stage series. Offered in a 76-key semi-weighted version with organ-style waterfall keys and an 88-key fully weighted hammer-action version, this keyboard series brings acclaimed Roland sound generation to the stage along with a speedy workflow designed for the needs of serious pro players.
The V-Stage keyboard sports four independent sound engines powered by Roland's most advanced modeling and sound-generating technologies: Acoustic Piano, Electric Piano, Organ, and Synthesizer. With an intuitive panel layout and discrete sections for each sound engine, you get hands-on control for all sound and effects, enabling versatility and agility during performances.
The Acoustic Piano engine was developed with V-Piano technology. It includes two concert grands, an upright piano, a felt piano, and Piano Designer tools for deep and intuitive customization of sounds. The newly developed Electric Piano engine uses the latest SuperNATURAL advancements. It includes tine, reed, digital piano, and clavinet sounds with customizable sound parameters, adjustable key touch, and dedicated electric piano FX.
The Organ section sports three-layer Virtual Tone Wheel technology, two vintage-transistor types, a pipe organ, and new overdrive and rotary speaker effects. The ZEN-Core synthesizer engine features over 400 onboard tones and supports the SDZ Sound Packs and Model Expansions on Roland Cloud. Once you register as a V-Stage owner, Model Expansion titles are downloadable for free.
In terms of specs, the V-Stage keyboard brings plenty to the show. You can store and recall complete keyboard setups with 512 scenes. Easily manage complex setlists with up to 128 scene chains. The Total Effects section provides independent delay and reverb, along with legendary Roland multi-FX.
Comprehensive audio connectivity keeps you plugged in for any scenario. The V-Stage keyboards sport balanced XLR and ¼" main stereo outputs as well as two balanced sub outputs. An XLR mic input is provided with a dedicated volume control. Stereo line inputs are also available for external audio sources. The class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface lets you synchronize with music software on computers and mobile devices.
A USB memory port is ideal for importing data and backups. Two USB device ports let you connect MIDI controllers to the keyboard, such as the Roland A-49 or A-PRO series. MIDI I/O allows for synchronization with MIDI-capable audio gear. And with four pedal input jacks, you can connect hold/damper pedals, footswitches, and expression pedals for a natural and emotive performance experience.
For more information about the new V-Stage series keyboards, including additional features, specs, and highlights, be sure to check out their detailed product pages. Or drop us a line below, and we'll do our best to answer all your comments and questions.
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