Roland GP9 Grand Digital Piano in Polished Ebony

The GP-9 brings you Roland's premier piano experience, offering refined musical expression in a sophisticated and luxurious instrument that makes a majestic statement in any space. Elegant curves and finely crafted details project the bold look of a world-class acoustic grand, while the advanced technologies inside deliver the touch, tone, and sound projection to match. You also get a world of modern benefits that flow with today's lifestyles, including low-maintenance operation, onboard learning tools, Bluetooth® connectivity, and much more.

The GP-9 embodies signature piano elegance with its flowing curves, solid lines, and striking high-gloss ebony and polished white finishes. Like an acoustic grand, the lid can be opened to different positions to adjust the sound character or closed to create a flat surface when not in use. Smart touch controls in the panel provide intuitive access to essential functions as needed. And when you're ready to play, you can turn off their backlighting to eliminate distractions and maintain the acoustic aesthetic.

The GP-9 is built around advanced Roland's Piano Reality approach, a sophisticated ecosystem of connected technologies comprising the sound engine, keyboard, pedals, audio components, and speakers. Each section is designed to work together flawlessly and transparently, allowing players to experience the purity of this wonderful instrument with unprecedented expression and realism.

Piano Reality Modeling leverages our latest technologies to recreate every sound-making element of an acoustic piano, putting the living response and complex tonal colors of a concert-class grand under your fingers. Modeled ambience is integrated into the sound engine, allowing you to play in realistic spaces such as an intimate studio, spacious concert hall, or large cathedral. And with unlimited polyphony, notes and resonances ring in full detail to translate every musical emotion.

The Hybrid Grand keyboard provides unbounded expression with progressive hammer action, escapement, hybrid wood/molded key construction with Ivory Feel, and advanced acceleration sensing technology for accurate detection of the subtlest playing nuances. Fine details further elevate the feel, including long key pivot length and haptic vibration that emulates the subtle vibrations from an acoustic piano's body. High-performance sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedals round out the authentic experience, offering weighted feel, damper modeling, and support for traditional pedal techniques.

The GP-9 features the Piano Reality Projection sound system, where multi-channel amplification, premium audio circuitry, and advanced sonic processing come together for the ultimate full-surround piano experience. The cabinet construction, speaker placement, and lid angle have all been carefully tuned to deliver the same bold and immersive sound presentation as a concert grand in a performance hall. And notes naturally move across the immediate sound field as you play, mirroring the physical string positions on an acoustic grand's soundboard.

The GP-9 offers several world-class grand piano sounds that are ready to enjoy. But if you're an experienced player, you can dive into the onboard Piano Designer tools to further refine the tone and response for your personal touch. Adjust the string tuning and temperament, fine-tune keyboard sensitivity and duplex scaling, shape cabinet resonances, and much more.

With onboard Bluetooth, you can use your favorite mobile devices with the GP-9. Stream songs from your music library through the piano's speaker system to play along or provide background when relaxing or entertaining. Or use Bluetooth MIDI with music production apps to wirelessly compose using the GP-9's responsive weighted keyboard. USB ports are also available for connecting with computers and flash storage devices, providing more ways to explore your creativity and share music performances.

The Roland Piano App seamlessly extends the GP-9 experience with remote operation from your smartphone or tablet. Select sounds, control the metronome, and use the recording feature to evaluate your playing and hear where you need to improve. Browse the piano's onboard songs and a growing range of selections on Roland Cloud, and then call up digital scores to learn them at your own pace. And motivate yourself with lesson features that include an activity log with goals, flash card games, rhythm exercises, and a One Week Master program that guides you through learning different piano pieces.

Greatly reduced weight (169.0 kg/372.6 lb.) makes the GP-9 far easier to move than any acoustic grand, and there's no need for professional tuning or other regular maintenance. Volume control is within easy reach, and you can connect headphones to play anytime without disturbing others. The onboard metronome and simple rhythms help develop your sense of timing during daily practice sessions. And with Twin Piano mode, you can split the keyboard into two independent sections and play alongside a family member, friend, or teacher.

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Q: What makes the Roland GP-9 the flagship digital grand piano in the Roland range?
A: The Roland GP-9 is the top-tier model in Roland’s digital grand lineup, combining the Piano Reality Concert system, a Hybrid Grand keyboard, and an advanced multi-speaker projection system to deliver a concert-level playing experience in a luxury grand cabinet.

Q: How does the Roland GP-9 replicate a concert grand piano experience?
A: The GP-9 uses Piano Reality Modeling, where the sound engine, keyboard, pedals, and speakers operate as a unified system to recreate the tonal interaction, resonance, and dynamic behaviour of an acoustic grand piano.

Q: What sound engine does the Roland GP-9 use?
A: The GP-9 features the Piano Reality Modeling Concert sound engine, which generates sound in real time and provides unlimited polyphony for piano tones, ensuring maximum detail and expressive range.

Q: What keyboard action is used in the Roland GP-9?
A: The GP-9 is equipped with the Piano Reality Hybrid Concert keyboard, featuring progressive hammer action, escapement, long pivot length, hybrid wood construction, and haptic vibration for an authentic grand piano feel.

Q: How advanced is the Roland GP-9’s speaker system?
A: The GP-9 includes a Piano Reality Projection system with multi-channel amplification and an eight-speaker array, creating a full-surround sound field that mirrors the projection of an acoustic grand piano.

Q: Does the Roland GP-9 use sampling or modelling technology?
A: The GP-9 uses fully modelled piano sound rather than traditional sampling, allowing for continuous tonal variation and real-time response to every nuance of your playing.

Q: What level of polyphony does the Roland GP-9 offer?
A: The GP-9 provides unlimited polyphony for piano sounds and up to 256-note polyphony for other tones, ensuring clarity even in the most complex performances.

Q: How many sounds are included in the Roland GP-9?
A: The GP-9 includes over 300 tones, including multiple grand pianos, uprights, electric pianos, organs, and a wide range of additional instrument sounds.

Q: Can the sound be customised on the Roland GP-9?
A: Yes. The GP-9 features advanced Piano Designer tools that allow detailed adjustment of parameters such as string tuning, temperament, resonance, duplex scaling, and cabinet characteristics.

Q: How realistic are the pedals on the Roland GP-9?
A: The GP-9 includes sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedals with continuous detection and damper modelling, allowing for highly nuanced pedalling techniques similar to an acoustic grand.

Q: Does the Roland GP-9 have a true grand piano cabinet design?
A: Yes. The GP-9 features a full grand-style cabinet with an adjustable lid, premium finishes, and elegant detailing, closely replicating the appearance and acoustic behaviour of a concert grand piano.

Q: Can the lid position affect the sound on the Roland GP-9?
A: Yes. Like an acoustic grand, the lid position influences sound projection and tonal character, adding another layer of realism to the playing experience.

Q: Does the Roland GP-9 support Bluetooth connectivity?
A: Yes. The GP-9 supports Bluetooth audio and MIDI, allowing you to stream music and connect to apps and digital workflows wirelessly.

Q: Can the Roland GP-9 be used with piano apps?
A: Yes. The GP-9 integrates with the Roland Piano App, enabling remote control, lesson access, sound customisation, and performance tracking.

Q: Is the Roland GP-9 suitable for professional pianists?
A: Yes. With its concert-level keyboard, advanced modelling engine, and immersive speaker system, the GP-9 is designed to meet the demands of professional and advanced players.

Q: Can you record performances on the Roland GP-9?
A: Yes. The GP-9 includes onboard recording functionality, allowing players to capture performances for review, sharing, or composition.

Q: Does the Roland GP-9 require tuning or ongoing maintenance?
A: No. As a digital instrument, the GP-9 never requires tuning and offers consistent performance with minimal maintenance.

Q: Can the Roland GP-9 be used with headphones?
A: Yes. The GP-9 includes dual headphone outputs with immersive ambience processing, allowing for private practice without compromising sound quality.

Q: Can the Roland GP-9 stream music through its speakers?
A: Yes. With Bluetooth audio, you can stream music from a smartphone or tablet through the GP-9’s powerful multi-speaker system.

Q: Who should buy the Roland GP-9 digital piano?
A: The GP-9 is ideal for professional pianists, advanced players, and luxury home users who want a flagship digital grand that closely replicates the sound, feel, and presence of a concert grand piano.