Roland

Roland RP701-DR 88-Key Digital Home Piano - Dark Rosewood

4.5 (26 reviews)

Roland's SuperNATURAL Piano technology and PHA-4 Standard keyboard bring acoustic realism to your home studio in a refined Dark Rosewood cabinet.

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Overview

The Roland RP701 in Dark Rosewood is designed for the home musician who refuses to settle for a toy-grade instrument but isn't ready — or doesn't have the space — for a full acoustic. Roland's SuperNATURAL Piano technology goes beyond simple sample playback: it models the physical behavior of strings, hammers, and soundboard resonance so that what you hear when you play a soft pianissimo passage versus a forte chord feels like a continuous, living dynamic range rather than triggered samples with volume scaling. The result is a piano that rewards expressive playing and genuinely responds to how you approach the keys.

The PHA-4 Standard keyboard is the mechanical heart of the instrument — 88 weighted keys with graded resistance (heavier in the bass, lighter in the treble), an escapement mechanism that simulates the slight give of a real grand piano hammer, and an ivory-feel surface texture that prevents fingers from slipping under long practice sessions. The Progressive Damper Action pedal adds to the authenticity, replicating the varying resistance you feel when depressing a real sustain pedal at different depths. The Dark Rosewood cabinet's clean lines and concealed display keep the instrument looking like furniture until you sit down to play.

Key Features

Rich expression from Roland’s SuperNATURAL Piano technology

All the feel and touch of an acoustic piano with the PHA-4 Standard keyboard and Progressive Damper Action pedal

Classic design with elegant front legs and sophisticated curves

Headphones 3D Ambience for an immersive and realistic playing experience when practicing with headphones

Intuitive display with easy-to-use icons, which are hidden when not in use

Connect to your smartphone via Bluetooth audio and play along with your favorite songs

Compatible with Roland’s Piano Every Day app, which encourages learning pianists to practice more often

Includes BNC-05 height-adjustable bench (depending on region)

Turn your piano goals into a reality with three months of free piano lessons, compliments of our partner Pianote, the ultimate online piano lessons experience. If you own a Roland piano, you’ll get unlimited access to everything inside Pianote—from step-by-step lessons, to detailed song tutorials, and even access to live lessons and support from real piano teachers. Learn to play your Roland piano from the comfort of your own home, anytime you like. Plus, access your lessons from any internet-ready computer, tablet, or phone.

Specifications

Sound Engine
SuperNATURAL Piano
Keyboard
PHA-4 Standard, 88 keys, escapement, ivory-feel
Pedals
Progressive Damper Action
Headphone Processing
3D Ambience
Connectivity
Bluetooth audio, USB
Color
Dark Rosewood
Dimensions (D x W x H)
58" x 27" x 24"
Weight
101 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • SuperNATURAL Piano modeling captures the harmonic decay and sympathetic resonance of an acoustic piano with convincing depth across all 88 keys
  • PHA-4 Standard keyboard with escapement and ivory-feel surface provides genuine tactile feedback that trains proper touch technique
  • Headphones 3D Ambience processing delivers a spatially realistic sound image during private practice rather than a flat in-ear signal
  • Bluetooth audio streaming lets you play alongside reference recordings without additional hardware
  • Elegant Dark Rosewood cabinet with hidden display integrates into a home environment without looking like a practice instrument

👎 Cons

  • 720p internal speaker system is adequate for home practice but will not satisfy players who want the projection and air of a real acoustic for performance use
  • No XLR or balanced line output limits direct integration into professional recording signal chains without an adapter
  • At 101 pounds, the RP701 is a permanent room fixture — repositioning requires two people and careful handling of the front legs
  • Bluetooth MIDI is not supported, only Bluetooth audio, which restricts wireless DAW integration
  • The bundled Pianote trial locks premium lesson content behind a paid subscription after three months

Frequently Asked Questions

The PHA-4 Standard keyboard with Progressive Damper Action and escapement simulation replicates the mechanical resistance and subtle notch you feel when playing slowly on an acoustic instrument — details that matter when developing touch sensitivity and dynamic control.
No — the RP701 has built-in speakers suited for home practice. For private sessions, the 3D Ambience headphone processing places the sound around you spatially rather than directly in your ears, reducing listening fatigue during long practice blocks.
The RP701 supports USB-MIDI connectivity, allowing you to send MIDI data to a DAW or notation software. It is not an audio interface, so for audio capture you would record the headphone or line output into an external interface.
Bluetooth audio allows you to stream music from a phone or tablet through the piano's speakers so you can play along with backing tracks or recordings — useful for ear training and repertoire practice without running cables.
No — the app is optional. The piano functions fully as a standalone instrument. The app adds structured practice tracking and lesson guidance for developing players who want guided accountability.