Q: What is the Roland FP-30X digital piano?
A: The Roland FP-30X is a portable digital piano designed for home use, practice, and small performances. It offers a balance of affordability and performance, making it a popular choice in the mid-range digital piano market.
Q: What keyboard action does the Roland FP-30X use?
A: The Roland FP-30X features the PHA-4 Standard keyboard with hammer action, escapement, and ivory feel, providing a realistic touch similar to an acoustic piano.
Q: What sound engine powers the Roland FP-30X?
A: The FP-30X uses Roland’s SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine, which delivers expressive and dynamic piano tones that respond naturally to your playing.
Q: How many sounds are included in the Roland FP-30X?
A: The Roland FP-30X includes over 50 onboard tones, including acoustic pianos, electric pianos, organs, strings, and other instrument sounds.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X have built-in speakers?
A: Yes. The FP-30X features a built-in stereo speaker system that delivers powerful and clear sound suitable for home practice and small performances.
Q: Is the Roland FP-30X suitable for beginners?
A: Yes. The FP-30X is ideal for beginners as well as progressing players, offering realistic touch, high-quality sound, and useful practice features.
Q: Is the Roland FP-30X good for gigging musicians?
A: Yes. Thanks to its portable design, strong sound engine, and connectivity options, the FP-30X is suitable for small gigs, rehearsals, and live performances.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X support Bluetooth connectivity?
A: Yes. The FP-30X supports Bluetooth audio and MIDI, allowing you to stream music and connect to apps wirelessly.
Q: Can the Roland FP-30X connect to piano apps?
A: Yes. The FP-30X works with apps such as the Roland Piano App and other MIDI-compatible apps for learning and sound control.
Q: What is the polyphony of the Roland FP-30X?
A: The Roland FP-30X offers up to 256-note polyphony, ensuring smooth performance even when playing complex pieces with sustain.
Q: Can you layer and split sounds on the Roland FP-30X?
A: Yes. The FP-30X supports layering and split modes, allowing you to combine sounds or assign different tones across the keyboard.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X include recording features?
A: Yes. The FP-30X includes a built-in MIDI recorder, allowing you to record and review your performances.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X have weighted keys?
A: Yes. The FP-30X features fully weighted keys with graded hammer action, providing an authentic acoustic piano playing experience.
Q: Is the Roland FP-30X portable?
A: Yes. The FP-30X is designed to be lightweight and compact, making it easy to transport between home, lessons, and performances.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X include pedals?
A: Yes. The FP-30X includes a sustain pedal and also supports an optional three-pedal unit for more advanced playing.
Q: Can the Roland FP-30X be used with headphones?
A: Yes. The FP-30X includes dual headphone outputs, allowing for private practice or use by two players at the same time.
Q: Can the Roland FP-30X stream music through its speakers?
A: Yes. Using Bluetooth audio, you can stream music from a smartphone or tablet through the piano’s built-in speakers.
Q: Does the Roland FP-30X include USB connectivity?
A: Yes. The FP-30X includes USB connections for linking to computers, recording software, and external devices.
Q: What makes the Roland FP-30X different from the FP-10?
A: The FP-30X offers upgraded features such as higher polyphony, more sounds, improved speakers, and Bluetooth audio compared to the FP-10.
Q: Who should buy the Roland FP-30X digital piano?
A: The FP-30X is ideal for beginners, intermediate players, and gigging musicians who want a portable digital piano with realistic feel, strong sound, and modern connectivity.
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| Sound Generator | |
|---|---|
| Piano Sound | Piano Sound: SuperNATURAL Piano |
| Max. Polyphony | 256 |
| Tones |
Piano: 12 tones
E.Piano: 20 tones Other: 24 tones |
| Keyboard | |
| Keyboard | 88 keys (PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel) |
| Speaker System | |
| Speakers | 12 cm x 2 |
| Rated Power Output | 11 W x 2 |
| Bluetooth | |
| Audio | Bluetooth Ver 3.0 (Supports SCMS-T content protection) |
| MIDI | Bluetooth Ver 4.0 |
| Compatible Android / iOS Apps (Roland) | |
| Compatible Android / iOS Apps (Roland) |
Piano Every Day
Piano Designer |
| Data Playback | |
| Playable Software |
Standard MIDI Files (Format 0, 1)
Audio File (WAV: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear format, MP3: 44.1 kHz, 64 kbps - 320 kbps, requires USB flash drive) |
| Recorder | |
| Recordable Software |
Standard MIDI Files (Format 0, 3 parts, Approx. 70,000 notes memory)
Audio File (WAV: 44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear format, requires USB flash drive) |
| Internal Songs | 30 Songs |
| Tuning, Voicing | |
| Touch Sensitivity | Key Touch: 5 types, fixed touch |
| Master Tuning | 415.3--466.2 Hz (adjustable in increments of 0.1 Hz) |
| Effects |
Ambience
Only for organ tones: Rotary Speaker Effect Only for E.Piano tones: Modulation Speed |
| Convenient Functions | |
| Convenient Functions |
Metronome (adjustable Tempo/Beat/Volume/Tone)
Transpose (Keyboard/Song: in semitones) Dual Split (split point adjustable) Twin Piano Auto Off |
| Other | |
| Connectors |
DC In jack
Pedal1 (Damper) jacks (capable of continuous detection when optional pedal connected) Pedal2 (Damper, Sostenuto, Soft) jacks (capable when dedicated pedal board connected) Output (L/Mono, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type USB Computer port: USB B type USB Memory port: USB A type Phones jack x 2: Stereo miniature phone type, Stereo 1/4-inch phone type |
| Power Supply | AC adaptor |
| Power Consumption |
16W (When using the included AC adaptor)
*Approximate power consumption when playing the piano at medium volume: 4W Power consumption when sound has not been played after power-on: 3W |
| Accessories | |
| Accessories |
Owner's Manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" AC adaptor Power cord Music rest Pedal switch (DP-2) |
| Option (sold separately) | |
| Option (sold separately) |
Dedicated stand: KSC-70
Dedicated pedal board: KPD-70 Keyboard stand: KS-10Z, KS-12, KS-20X Damper pedal: DP series Carrying Bag: CB-88RL, CB-76R Headphones |
| Size & Weight | |
| Dimensions |
Detached music rest:
1,300 (W) x 284 (D) x 151 (H) mm 51-3/16 (W) x 11-3/16 (D) x 6 (H) inches FP-30X with KSC-70 and music rest and dedicated stand: 1,300 (W) x 344 (D) x 931 (H) mm 51-3/16 (W) x 13-9/16 (D) x 36-11/16 (H) inches |
| Weight |
14.8 kg, 32 lbs 11 oz (FP-30X with music rest)
23.0 kg, 50 lbs 12 oz (FP-30X with KSC-70, KPD-70, and music rest) |
