Roland FP2 Digital Piano with Built-In Speakers

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Answers the need for a lightweight and compact digital piano for gigging while keeping the feel of a fine concert grand and the look of a console ?home piano?.

At a mere 32 pounds, the FP-2 Digital Piano answers the need for a lightweight and compact digital piano for gigging while keeping the feel of a fine concert grand and the look of a console 'home piano'. This affordable instrument comes with an 88-note Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard, superb piano and instrument sounds and a refined new look with onboard speakers.

A new Sound Control function gives players deeper, richer piano tones, while the onboard Session Partner (with 80 musical styles) provides easy auto-accompaniment including chords, bass and drums. It allows you to create your own chord progressions. The onboard USB-MIDI interface is great for sequencing or using your computer as a learning aid. Audio in lets you play along to different sources. GM2-compliant.

Features

Compact, lightweight digital piano with stylish black and silver design

88-note Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard for dynamic playing

64-voice sound engine with expressive new pianos, bass and harpsichord

Sound Control function with 4-band equalizer for creating richer sounds

Session Partner provides backing accompaniment in 80 musical styles

Onboard USB-MIDI interface; GM2-compliant

Lightweight Cabinet with Speakers
With space more and more at a premium, the FP-2 arrives as the perfect way to put a grand piano in your home. This stylish digital piano's lightweight design makes it easy to move, while its compact body fits almost anywhere. And with high-quality speakers built in, you can read more enjoy lively performances with all the excitement of an acoustic grand.

Newly Designed Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard
Thanks to some clever engineering, Roland was able to put an 88-note Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard into the FP-2's compact body. These full-sized keys feature a dynamic touch weight variation,with a heavier touch in the lower range and lighter touch in the upper range, giving players a truly authentic feel. From delicate pianissimo to vibrant fort
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Specifications

Keyboard Keyboard: 88 keys (hammer action keyboard)

Touch Sensitivity: Light/Normal/Heavy/Fixed (adjustable velocity)

Keyboard Modes: Whole, Dual, Split (adjustable split point)

Sound Generator Conforms to General MIDI 2 System

Maximum Polyphony: 64 voices

Tones:
- Tones: 6 groups 58 variations (include 4 Drum Sets)
- GM2 Tones: 256 + 9 Drum Sets

Effects: Reverb, Multi Effects (10 Types), Sound Control (3 Types), 4-band Digital Equalizer

Transposition: -6 to +5 (semitone steps)

Temperament: 7 types, selectable tonic

Master Tuning: 415.3 Hz to 466.2 Hz (0.1 Hz Step)

Session Partner Rhythms: 80 Rhythms

Chord Progression: Automatic or input with keyboard; User Programmable

Recorder Metronome:
- Beat: 2/2, 0/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 12/8,
- Volume: 10 levels

Tracks: 3 tracks (only Rhythm sound can be recorded to Track [R] button.)

Song: 1 song n Tempo Quarter note = 20 to 250

Resolution: 120 ticks per quarter note Setups: 6

Internal Songs:
- Demo Songs: 8
- Piano songs: 65

Speakers: 8 cm x 12 cm x 2

Rated Power: Output 7 W x 2

Display: 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)

Connectors: Line Out jacks (L/Mono, R), Line In jacks (L/Mono, R), Phones jacks (rear panel) x 2, USB connector (MIDI), MIDI connectors (In/Out), Pedal jacks (Damper, Soft*, Sostenuto*) * Assignable, DC In Jack

Power Supply: DC 9 V (AC adaptor)

Power Consumption: 22 W

Dimensions (Without the music stand)(W x D x H): 50-7/8 x 11-13/16 x 5 in. (1,291 x 299 x 125 mm)

Weight: 14.6 kg / 32 lbs 3 oz

Accessories (included): CD-ROM (Roland Digital Piano USB Driver), AC adaptor, Music Stand / 2 screws for the music stand, Pedal (DP-8), Spacer

Options: Keyboard Stand (FPS-11A), Pedal (DP-2/8), Expression Pedal (EV-5)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 323-890-3700

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (56 ratings)
Submitted September 3, 2004 by a customer from hotmail.com

"FP2, Good home use Piano."

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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I expect to keep this piano for a long time, as I can't think of any other features I want. I would have to be a much better pianist to need anything more.
Sound
The sounds seem good however I only really use the default piano sound most of the time. The internal speakers are OK for practice but not great, no supprise really given the size / weight of the piano. It sounds much better via headphones so would probably sound better via a PA, although I have not tried.
Features
It has all the features I need and many I don't. There are hunderds of different sounds if thats what you looking for. It has a USB output which works well with my laptop computer (I have a tutorial program I sometimes use).
Quality
Quality seems good I have had no problems with it and it is fairly sturdy. I would be a bit concerned about the end cheeks which are plastic if I was planning to move it allot.
Value
I consider it good value. I looked at alot of other pianos and this one had a feel I found easy to use and a look that was much better than most. I would probably but the same piano again if it was stolen.
Manufacturer Support
Not great I tryed to phone them but could not get through. I found this information I was looking for on the web in the end. (I wanted to know the correct type of stand to go with it, FPS11A)
The Wow Factor
I really like the look of this product and it feels well made when you use it. As it is a home use product for me the apperance was important.

Musical Background:

Hobbyist

Musical Style:

Classical
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