Roland RP-401

A PREMIUM PIANO EXPERIENCE FOR YOUNG FAMILIES

Compact, attractive, and filled with Roland’s award-winning features, the RP401R is the ideal choice for a young family looking to bring a quality piano into their home.

With its premium sound and touch, the affordable RP401R presents a solid musical foundation for children and adults as they learn to play. In addition, onboard rhythm accompaniments offer a fun way to build timing skills while experiencing a full ensemble sound that automatically follows chords played on the keyboard. Players can also enjoy the unique sound field of an acoustic piano during private practice sessions, thanks to the innovative Headphones 3D Ambience effect. Also included in the RP401R are many extras to engage young students and encourage regular practice, such as a wide selection of instrument tones beyond the piano and support for free Roland piano apps for the iPhone and iPad.

RP401R Overview

Piano Partner is a unique iPad app that provides a fresh, interactive way to learn and play the piano.

• Roland’s acclaimed piano technologies in an attractive and affordable instrument for any home
• Enjoy the rich, authentic tone of a real acoustic grand with SuperNATURAL Piano
• New PHA-4 Standard Keyboard features high-resolution sensing that maximizes the vast tonal potential of the SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine
• Progressive Damper Action pedal with continuous response for half-pedaling and other traditional acoustic piano techniques
• Sophisticated onboard rhythm feature with intelligent accompaniment; 72 different rhythm styles, including 6 pianist styles
• Explore a world of instruments beyond the acoustic piano with 305 additional tones that include electric pianos, strings, organs, guitars, brass, synthesizers, and many others
• Large onboard song library covers piano classics as well as popular études such as Czerny 100 and Hanon
• Display music scores and select RP401R tones, songs, and rhythms with the free Piano Partner app for iPad
• Play along with favorite songs in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using the free Air Performer app
• Headphones 3D Ambience effect provides a multi-dimensional sound experience while using headphones for private practice
• Connect USB memory to play along with WAV/SMF songs and save performances you’ve captured with the onboard recorder
• USB Computer port for using the RP401R with music software on a Mac or Windows computer
• Convenient features for daily playing, including a Volume Limit function and independent volume adjustment for headphones
• Space-saving cabinet with your choice of Contemporary Black or Simulated Rosewood finishes
• A Solid Investment for Music Development
• With Roland’s highly respected sound, action, technology features, and build quality, the RP401R brings professional-level performance at a very attractive price. This handsome instrument is a perfect choice for a young family on a budget, or a piano educator looking for a quality instrument for their lesson studio. The compact design combines space-saving efficiency with traditional appointments, including an integrated music rack and a retractable lid that covers the keyboard when not in use. With your choice of Contemporary Black or Simulated Rosewood finishes, you’re able to select the right look to perfectly compliment any environment or decor.

Premium Tone and Touch for Learning Piano the Right Way
The RP401R features superior quality that easily outranks other instruments in its price class, providing a bedrock foundation that will last through many years of musical growth and piano enjoyment. Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine delivers the rich, expressive sound of an acoustic grand, offering an authentic piano experience that inspires young students to practice and learn. The newly developed PHA-4 Standard Keyboard inherits the functions, appearance, and Ivory Feel texture of keyboards found in our flagship instruments and includes the very latest sensing technology to take full advantage of SuperNATURAL Piano’s enormous tonal range. The RP401R also has three integrated pedals like an acoustic grand, including a Progressive Damper Action pedal that offers continuous response for traditional playing techniques.