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The Rhodes MK8 and MK8 FX - Order Form

Original price $9,450.00 - Original price $9,450.00
Original price
$9,450.00
Default Title: $9,450.00
Current price $9,450.00

The displayed price is the current price of the base model. Final pricing may vary depending on custom options. The manufacturer may change prices and options. We will confirm all details with you before finalizing your order.

Custom Options

Ordering Options:

Note: *Prices and options are subject to change at the manufacturers discretion.

*Prices and options last updated on 9/16/2024.

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Fill out the form, call or text us at 301-946-8808.

MK8 S - Base Price - $9,450 USD

Hood
- Black
- Gold Metallic + $350
- Silver Metallic + $350
- Smoked - Transparent + $575
- Violet + $275
- Baby Blue + $275
- Pink + $275
- Mint Turquoise + $275
- Khaki + $275
- Traffic White + $275
- Red + $275
- Orange + $275
- Warm Grey + $275

Bottom Shell
- Tolex
- Walnut + $1,095

Front Panel
- Black Anodized
- Silver Anodized

FX Panel
- No FX - MK8 S
- With FX - MK8 FX - Black + $1,495
- With FX - MK8 FX - Silver + $1,495

Preamp Panel
- Black
- Silver

Keyboard
- Black & White

Stand
- None
- Black + $525
- Silver + $525

Technical Specifications

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Optimizing the iconic sound of the Rhodes piano, the MK8 offers considerable improvements in tone, touch, intonation and dynamics. All critical components – including tines, pickups, dampers and pedal mechanism – have been redesigned from the ground up, using only the highest quality materials and the very best in contemporary manufacturing techniques.

MODELS

  • MK8 S
  • MK8 FX (MK8 S + onboard analogue effects)

ANALOGUE PREAMP

  • True analogue signal path. Volume, drive, envelope controls.
  • Expression pedal control of volume, mid sweep (wah), pan speed, pan depth.
  • Rhodes custom analogue tri-band (low/mid/high) active equaliser (+/- 15db range).
    Voltage-controlled, resonant midrange filter.
  • Rhodes custom vari-pan with variable rate/depth.
  • 4 wave shapes and audio-rate modulation.

ANALOGUE EFFECTS OPTION

Rhodes custom stereo effect processor:

  • VCA compressor
  • Phaser
  • Bucket brigade chorus
  • Delay
  • Expression pedal control of phaser speed, chorus speed, delay time, delay mix.

POWER SUPPLY

  • 15-Volt, 4-pin locking XLR external supply with universal voltage.

KEYBOARD

  • 73-note (E8-E80) Rhodes custom spruce keyboard by Kluge Klaviaturen GmbH, oak and beech key frame.

PICKUPS

  • Rhodes custom precision​-wound alnico pickups with anti-slip adjustment for accurate voicing and flat-ended pickup heads for accurate volume adjustment.

ACTION

  • Rhodes custom high-impact ABS hammers and combs, quad-zone hard-wearing tips, aerospace-grade damper combs, black natural wool damper felts.

TONE GENERATION

  • Rhodes custom precision steel tines and tonebars, sustainably sourced Baltic birch tine and pickup rails.

LEFT SIDE CONNECTION PANEL

  • 2 x Balanced XLR outputs (L/R)
  • 2 x 1/4” jack Outputs (L/R)
  • 1 x 1/4” jack send (direct pickup output)
  • 1 x 1/4” return

HEADPHONES

  • 1 x 1/4” headphone jack
    independent volume control

UI PANELS

  • Standard: Scratch-resistant brushed-aluminum foil.

Legend

Options:

  • Black with silver legend
  • Silver with black legend

PEDAL

  • Rhodes custom twist-lock piano connector with flexi-cable
  • Chrome aluminum footplate
    Rhodes folding protective non-slip mat

FRONT PANEL AND REAR GRILLE

  • Standard: Black/Silver anodized aluminum

RIGHT SIDE CONNECTION PANEL

  • USB: Reserved for future firmware updates.
    2 x assignable jack expression pedal inputs.
  • MIDI out DIN socket, reserved for future MIDI capability

STAND

  • Rhodes custom telescopic (L/R adjustment) powder coated black steel/ mirror-chrome steel.
  • Height adjustable front legs. Folds compactly for transport.

HOOD

  • Options: Black ABS, custom colors.

CASE

  • Lightweight ply case with tolex, aluminum base plate.
    Solid walnut option.

WEIGHT

  • 75lbs/34kg

DIMENSIONS

  • 1153 (w) x 563 (d) x 225 (h)
Special Order Item

This item is available for order from the manufacturer. Availability and delivery time will vary on the manufacturer's backlog.

You will receive updates on your order as they become available.

Questions? Call or text us at 301-946-8808.


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THE RHODES MK8 & MK8 FX

THE ULTIMATE IN RHODES SOUND AND FEEL - Harold Rhodes’ legendary electro-mechanical tine piano returns. Precision built in the UK with the finest hand-selected materials.

Optimizing the iconic sound of the Rhodes piano, the MK8 offers considerable improvements in tone, touch, intonation and dynamics. All critical components – including tines, pickups, dampers and pedal mechanism – have been redesigned from the ground up, using only the highest quality materials and the very best in contemporary manufacturing techniques.

KEYBOARD

  • Precision-manufactured by internationally renowned Kluge Klaviaturen GmbH (Steinway Group), the Rhodes MK8’s keyboard offers unparalleled expression and a nuanced piano-like feel.

ONBOARD EFFECTS

  • The MK8 offers you the opportunity to dial up the effects of your choice with inbuilt VCA analogue compressor and low noise analogue stereo bucketbrigade effects: chorus, phaser, delay.

PREAMP

  • The custom Rhodes engineered MK8 analogue preamp features parametric EQ, independent drive, envelope control, wah, new vari-pan with 4 waveshapes, audio rate modulation capabilities and dual expression pedal control inputs.

CUSTOMISE

  • With external design by Axel Hartmann, the MK8 closely echoes the classic lines of the much loved Rhodes MK1 piano, whilst inviting a level of owner customization never before offered on a Rhodes.
  • Choose from solid and custom sparkle colors for the lid, along with a selection of beautiful finishes for the front panel, case, pre-amp panel, pedal and rear grille.

Rhodes MK8 Piano Order Process:

At Rhodes Music Ltd, each MK8 piano is meticulously handcrafted by skilled Rhodes master craftsmen, making each instrument a unique creation. Due to the specialized nature of this process, Rhodes Music produces approximately 50 pianos per month.

Order Fulfillment Process:

  • All MK8 pianos are built in the order they are received. For instance, if your purchase is order #273, your piano will be built immediately following order #272. Depending on demand, there may be a waiting period before your custom MK8 piano is ready for assembly.

How to Get Started:

To explore customization options and receive a personalized quote, please fill out the form below. A specialist from our team will reach out to guide you through the process. From placing your order to receiving your customized piano, we will work closely with Rhodes Music to ensure every detail is perfect.

Secure Your MK8 Piano:

Rhodes Music produces a maximum of 500 pianos annually, each crafted to the exact specifications of its customers. Given this limited production, we encourage placing a deposit as soon as possible to secure your instrument.

Customization and Confirmation:

Before assembly begins, a specialist will contact you to confirm all specifications, including FX options, colors, and finishes. You will have the opportunity to make any desired adjustments before paying the remaining balance.

Delivery and Updates:

We will provide regular updates on the expected delivery timeline of your instrument. Until your final confirmation of specifications and balance payment, you are eligible for a full refund.

International Orders:

For customers outside the UK, Rhodes Music will not charge sales tax, VAT, or import duty; these fees will be collected by the delivery company upon the piano's arrival in the destination country.

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