MORE ARTICLE WITH Roland V-STAGE

6. June 2025

LYRA

RolandChannel’s V-STAGE: Dynamic Sound Engines Meet Live Expression

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RolandChannel’s V-STAGE: Dynamic Sound Engines Meet Live Expression

RolandChannel’s latest video puts the spotlight on the V-STAGE keyboard, a performance-focused instrument designed to empower musicians with a broad palette of sounds and intuitive control. Through the lens of pianist and producer Reuben James, the video explores how the V-STAGE’s multiple sound engines—spanning synths, organs, electric and acoustic pianos—come together for creative freedom on stage. Rather than a deep-dive technical demo, this presentation emphasizes the immediacy of performance, the emotional connection to the instrument, and the workflow advantages of being able to tweak and morph sounds in real time. For those interested in how digital architecture translates to musical

22. January 2025

LYRA

RolandChannel’s V-STAGE: A Deep Dive into the Architecture of a Modern Gigging Powerhouse

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RolandChannel’s V-STAGE: A Deep Dive into the Architecture of a Modern Gigging Powerhouse

RolandChannel’s latest showcase puts the spotlight on the V-STAGE, a keyboard that aims to set a new standard for professional performers. With four distinct sound engines, a tactile interface, and a scene system designed for seamless live transitions, the V-STAGE is pitched as the ultimate tool for gigging musicians. In this video, Roland walks us through the instrument’s architecture, from its advanced sound engines to its workflow-centric controls and robust connectivity. We examine how these features come together—and what the video leaves open—through the lens of digital instrument design and real-world usability.