Here's a shout out to this channel's videography, which is always stunning. That colorful, beautiful bokeh in the background is gorgeous.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for tuning in and for the kind words about our videography! I will be sure to pass on the compliment to our talented videographer, Lee! :)
@jazzlegend
Жыл бұрын
Good morning Stu. In 2001, I bought a Roland RD700 and still use it, sometimes, to this day. The last couple of years I’ve been playing on my Kawai ES920. I was gifted a Roland FP E50 for my birthday by my brother. All I can say is wow! I agree with your review and it really is a lot of fun. Been going to bed really late lately due to getting lost in the E50 with my headphones. The value here blows me away and I’m really liking the PHA 4 key action. Thank you for your review. Your the best piano/keyboard reviewer on the net!
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you for taking the time to check out our review! I will be sure to pass along your kind words to Stu. :) Congrats on your Roland FP-E50! It is an excellent addition to the arsenal and offers something a little different than the RD700 and ES920. As you have experienced, the cost-to-value ratio is mind-blowing. Even if this model was priced at $1000 more, I don't think anyone would be asking any questions or thinking twice about it! Thanks again and enjoy your new piano!
@raykeys7001
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your review and especially the PH 4 comment. Very helpful. 👍🏻
@josemiguelcarrizo7373
Жыл бұрын
Hi. I have a Kaway Es 8 and I had a Roland Fp 30. I'm curious to know if you consider the piano tones in this new Roland as "realistic" as the ones in Kawai. Thanks
@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12
Жыл бұрын
The PHA4Concert on the RD700 is a different PHA4 than the PHA4Standard on the FP-E50 though🎹🎶
@raykeys7001
Жыл бұрын
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 How so? There are different PHA4 models? What is the difference?
@AdiascarCisneros
Жыл бұрын
As informative and fun as this review is, Stu barely scratches the surface. Didn’t talk much about the mic: Center Cancel (like karaoke) and auto-harmonies. Programable functions for the pedals. It’s an amazing value for the price. Please, a second part with more in-depth info! Yes, Stu! Go into the weeds!😊
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! The feature offering for the FP-E50 is robust to say the least, so, without making the video 3 hours long, it is quite difficult to cover everything haha! With that said, this might be a model that requires a second video instalment to cover all of the critical features. ;)
@rolexmarcelo3218
Жыл бұрын
3 hours long LOL
@thomasschatton3481
Жыл бұрын
@Merriam Music Yes, please, a part two would be fantastic!
@Frank-in-NY
Жыл бұрын
Yes! First off, thanks to Merriam Music & Stu Harrison for this review. There is so much jammed packed into this Keyboard, it's hard to cover everything, let alone all the Sounds/Patches. For me, I've been waiting for this Keyboard for 20 years. I'm a guitar player, that also dabbles in piano. I started in the 80's on a Casio CT-7000, then moved to an Ensoniq ESQ-1 played through a Roland JC-120 when the early JC's had line inputs in the rear. What a great sound. But I really needed 88 Keys. So onto a Alesis QS8.1, then to a Yamaha P80, which I still play after 20 years. For Synth sounds I use a Ensoniq ZR-76. Now finally a Keyboard that covers it all for me. 88 Keys, Top notch Keybed, built in speakers, 256 note polyphony, half pedaling capability, Split/layering, Quality Piano Sample, and more tones and patches then you would ever need. Plus a host of other features. It's like if you only had radio, then TV came along. And all at a price that punches below it's weight class. Kudos Roland! Needless to say, always a pleasure to listen to Stu's outstanding keyboard skills and knowledge. Good Job!
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent here! Thank you so much for taking the time to check out the video and write in with your thoughts and kind words! We appreciate it. :) The Roland FPE50 is unquestionably an important piano that is filling a hole in the market both in terms of feature offering and price point. It is remarkable that Roland has included so much at this price! I think this is the type of instrument that might need two or three review videos to cover all of its extensive features. Thanks again and happy playing!
@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12
Жыл бұрын
Personaly I don't think the PHA4 is a top notch action. Just my opinion🎹🎶
@Frank-in-NY
Жыл бұрын
@@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12 That's cool! To each their own.
@ezequielbarbosa3296
3 ай бұрын
O valor, é razoável, e não fica acima dos melhores do mercado, eu vi em duas lojas de instrumentos musicais, pelo preço de 6.608,00, mais ou menos 1.200 dólares, se eu estiver errado, alguém me corrija 😅😅😅😅
@MerriamPianos
3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing the pricing insights! It is always interesting to hear what the price points of certain models are in different markets. All the best! :)
@ezequielbarbosa3296
3 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianos ok, amigo.
@josvei4052
Жыл бұрын
How FP-60X makes sense now? Excellent review by the way. Thanks you so much Stu.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! We appreciate it. :) The FP60X still has its place as it has a higher-quality speaker experience as well as app connectivity whereas the FP-E50 does not. With that said, I suspect many customers will be choosing the FP-E50 over the FP60X due to its price and feature offering. We will be releasing a video comparison on this very soon by the way. ;)
@jimrhoades8456
Жыл бұрын
I purchased an FP-E50 a month or so ago and am really enjoying it. I stumbled upon on undocumented feature that I think other people should know about too. I wanted to be able control other synthesizers from the FP-E50 but since it doesn't have standard 5 pin MIDI ports I thought I was going to have to connect it to a computer and control other synths from there - or possibly have to buy a separate "USB midi host" device which are either expensive or somewhat flaky based on reviews. However, I found a comment somewhere claiming that on the older Roland FP-30 you can connect a USB MIDI interface (like the Roland UM-ONE mk2) to the USB memory port - the port that you would normally use for a USB flash drive - and then the FP-30 was able to send MIDI over that. So, I decided to try that with my newly purchased FP-E50 using an old E-MU brand USB MIDI interface that I already owned (similar to the Roland UM-ONE mk2) and surprisingly it works! It sends MIDI on channel 1 and also receives MIDI on channel 4. [Update: You can change what MIDI channel it sends from by pressing the Menu button, then select "Scene Edit", then "MIDI Setting".] Anyways, I really appreciate all of your reviews Stu and Merriam Music. Though I purchased the FP-E50 before you made this video, I had watched your reviews of the FP-30X and other instruments and had a good hunch that the FP-E50 would be the right choice for me since I basically wanted an FP-30x with more sounds and a better interface.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you so much for tuning in and sharing this very helpful hack! USB-MIDI converters like the Roland UM-ONE are quite convenient for these situations. It is extremely helpful to know that the process and approach works with the Roland FP-E50! Also, congrats on your FP-E50! It is an absolute powerhouse and one of the best bangs for your buck on the market right now. I know you will be thrilled with what it offers musically. Thanks again and happy playing! :)
@mungewell
Жыл бұрын
That's very interesting.... can the parameters of the ZenCore sounds be adjusted (in real-time) via a controller/FaderFox sending CCs (or other)?
@jimrhoades8456
Жыл бұрын
@@mungewell Your question prompted me to try that out and the answer is yes - though there are probably limitations. I've only just begun experimenting with this, but I have a Novation Circuit Tracks which has 8 knobs which by default sends MIDI CCs for 1, 2, 5, 11, 12, 13, 71 and 74. Making adjustments to some of those does affect the sounds on the FP-E50 and it's already added a new dimension to what I can do with this thing. Edit: after some experimentation I've settled on assigning the 8 knobs as follows: * CC 73 - attack time * CC 72 - release time * CC 76 - LFO rate * CC 77 - LFO depth * CC 74 - filter cutoff frequency * CC 71 - filter resonance * CC 11 - volume * CC 93 - chorus
@mungewell
Жыл бұрын
@@jimrhoades8456 That's fantastic news! Although the items you mention are probably just scratching the surface. There is no Midi Implementation doc for the FP-E50 (yet), but there is for the FP-50 which is very detailed... obviously these aren't the same keyboard, but engineers tend to be lazy and re-use what's gone before (a good thing!). It includes SysEx to do some pretty deep stuff. There's also the Reference guide for the MC-707 which details the internal parameters of the Zen core, I wonder if any of these can be adjusted externally in realtime. It does mention assigning the 4 control knobs (which I don't think that the FP-E50 has) to CC's. Maybe parameter could be assigned via SysEx and then tweaked via CC. Pg 74 - "MFX Control": You can use MIDI messages such as control change messages to control the principal MFX parameters. This capability is called “MFX CONTROL (multi-effects control).” The editable parameters are pre-determined according to the MFX type. You can specify up to four parameters for multi-effect control. To use MFX CONTROL, you’ll need to specify which MIDI message (Source) will affect which parameter (Destination), and how greatly (Sens).
@mungewell
Жыл бұрын
@@jimrhoades8456 If you look at the RD-88 implementation, there are SysEx descriptions for the MFX section (for each of Layer1/2/3). This doesn't give settings for external control, but does (suspiciously) have 12 'reserved' bytes.... which is the exact size that would be required to implement the same functionality as the MC-707!
@coolandmellow
Жыл бұрын
The direct competitor of the Roland FP-E50 is the new YAMAHA CK 88 pls can you do a comparison of the two.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly for the suggestion! We will do our best to tackle that for you! :)
@AdiascarCisneros
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’ve been waiting for this review!
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you for tuning in! :)
@af4043
Жыл бұрын
Am I the only person that thinks the piano and strings on this sound just awful? They just sound so synthesised and unnatural. Perhaps though that is to be expected at this price point? Very off putting.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It is a matter of preference at the end of the day. Every player's ears are a little different. The Roland FPE50 will certainly have its fanbase, but there are going to be players that favour other models for their sound and touch as well. :)
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
Just keep in mind that these piano sounds are not meant to be played back in a KZitem video. For that, you use VST pianos. Roland is better suited for live piano playing. Their samples work better in that environment. So, yes, it sounds awful because they are compressed with a V-shape equalization to cut through a mix. But notice that most bands use Yamaha, Roland, and Korg instruments because it is what works for live music. This keyboard is meant to be used live.
@voda2023
Жыл бұрын
U r not the only
@32NinerBravo
Жыл бұрын
Awesome review on this feature packed keyboard. Been waiting for a good review like this to help me make a decision to purchase and your review has certainly persuaded me. This is such a great value for the money and you did a terrific job hitting some highlights. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and talented playing with us. 👍🏼
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in! We're glad that you have found our reviews helpful. Happy playing! :)
@allansoncruickshank721
4 ай бұрын
Have you bought it? If yes, which case did you buy for it?
@mohameddahmane109
Жыл бұрын
We actually will need and FP-60X vs FP-E50 the battle of the budget edition
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
That is a fantastic idea! We will add it to the list and try to tackle the comparison as soon as we can. :)
@george0t
Жыл бұрын
Yes, please.
@realkoko-loco
Жыл бұрын
They’re the same price now. The FP-E50 has to be the winner!
@kristoradion
9 ай бұрын
Just my subjective opinion. What i don't like about roland sound in general, is its metallic feeling. Current Yamaha's bosendorfer is quite perfect. Kawai is weird, and kawai acoustic grand itself sounds too hard to me. Nord has a perfect sound.
@MerriamPianos
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in and sharing your opinion! Like you said, it all comes down to a matter of subjectivity. Every player will resonate with a different tone. :)
@soundsystemdoctor1699
14 күн бұрын
Most people assume that watts translate into loudness. The more watts the more sound. Actually, the loudspeaker efficiency has more to do with loudness than the power of the amp. If the speakers are really efficient, then you do not need lots of watts. That is "Sound Engineering" 101. Any loudspeaker that has a Df greater than 90 will not need lots of watts......
@MerriamPianos
14 күн бұрын
This is an excellent point! Perceived volume is not directly correlated to wattage. For instance, a class A tube amplifier of lower power can often greatly outperform a solid state amp with much higher wattage.
@johnnyrocco123
8 ай бұрын
I have a Roland HP-230 I bought in 1997 and it still is going great.
@MerriamPianos
8 ай бұрын
That is amazing longevity! Very cool! :)
@drutgat2
9 ай бұрын
Another excellent, informative and articulate review. Many thanks, Stu.
@MerriamPianos
9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for tuning in! We're glad you enjoyed Stu's review! :)
@user-kt9fw2zy9v
Ай бұрын
One thing I read about this keyboard is that is is way thick under the key bed. And you can see this in some videos, knees touching and hands high above elbows. I know I could not fit in there being over 6 feet tall. Too bad. Odd design for a 2023 piano. Unless you are to stand of course.
@MerriamPianos
Ай бұрын
It is perhaps a bit thicker than some other portable pianos on the market right now, but we have not had anyone complain about being able to sit/stand with the instrument. Naturally, having a stand and bench with a lot of adjustability will help ensure you can find a comfortable playing position.
@brianpetersen3429
Жыл бұрын
Great review, and playing. I just got one and love it. Thanks for the tip with pianist 2 /split point backing setup for jazz. I did build some custom risers for a set of iLoud speakers to augment the sounds, and find the assignable triple pedals for fill variation helpful.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a million! We really appreciate it! We're glad that you enjoyed it! Also, congrats on your FPE50! It is a fantastic machine and it sounds like you have built a nice little rig for yourself to enjoy it. :)
@allansoncruickshank721
4 ай бұрын
Which case did you get for it? It is a bit hard finding one to fit it because of its height. Thanks in advance!
@pamboscharalambous3770
21 күн бұрын
Does anyone know why Roland decided to make the Fp E50 tall like two stage pinaos on top of each other while the Pha4 does not require so much space 🚀😂
@MerriamPianos
21 күн бұрын
It has to do with the control interface I believe. The FP-E50 has the onboard submixer for the piano/accompaniment balance. All of the controls and the display screen require more space.
@pamboscharalambous3770
21 күн бұрын
Does anyone know why Roland decided to make the Fp E50 tall like two stage pinaos on top of each other while the Pha4 does not require so much space 🚀😂
@MerriamPianos
21 күн бұрын
It has to do with the control interface I believe. The FP-E50 has the onboard submixer for the piano/accompaniment balance. All of the controls and the display screen require more space.
@jorjajorjan3863
5 ай бұрын
Awesome review as always. In my opinion the next generation of synths, keyboards etc should be based in artificial intelligence technology so you can create the sounds and styles that you need. Ai is everywhere nowadays why not in musical keyboards? I would love to hear your thoughts on this. Kind Regards.
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly! That is an interesting topic to explore. I am sure that AI will star to be incorporated into digital pianos in the near future. I think it is inevitable really. It will be interesting to see what possibilities the new technology will offer!
@ER-bg9bo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, much better then pxs 3100 but nearly same price range in europe, buying decision shifted😊greetings from Germany
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! The PXS3100 certainly has its strengths as well (portability and excellent piano tones for instance), but the FP-E50 is definitely tough to compete with due to how rich in features it is. :)
@BUJU2007
Жыл бұрын
Do you guys have any interest in reviewing Kurzweil products? I have been very interested in the K2700.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion! We are not a Kurzweil dealer at this time, so it is a bit tougher to tackle reviews on those models. With that said, we keep a list of potential models to review/compare and will certainly add the K2700 to that list for you. We will do our best! :)
@diranindjeian7825
Жыл бұрын
Hi Stu, I have to say, I love the way you play, and also yours reviews. I have a question for you. Despite the fact that I think you lean more towards the Roland brand, I am doubtful about what type of instrument is the one that fits my needs. I'm a novice pianist, but I'm starting to compose and three pieces of equipment really caught my attention: The Roland FP E50, the Yamaha GSX 670 and maybe the Roland Juno JS88. My musical foundation is not very solid yet, but it would be nice to have an electric piano to complement my acoustic piano and to have a tool on hand that allows me to compose. It is important to tell you that for some unknown reason, the Yamaha keyboard is sold in my country (Mexico) for more than double the price (around $2,300 USD), but both Roland have a much more decent price (just over $1,000 USD). Based on the above, which do you think would be the right one for my needs? And since I highly respect your opinion, personally which would you prefer, the FP E50 or the DGX 670? Thank you very much and greetings.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in and writing in with your question! At the end of the day, it really comes down to a matter of preference. The FPE50 and DGX670 are both excellent and highly-versatile instruments. With that said, my personal preference is the Roland FPE50. To me, the action is more authentic feeling and the feature offering is immense. However, when it comes to tone, they are quite different. If possible, my recommendation would be to test both out a showroom to decide which one you resonate with most. :)
@柯熙和
Жыл бұрын
Good Demo, Please teach me How to edit the MyScence.svd file at mobile phone or windows pc, Thanks a lots.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent here! Thanks so much! And thank you for the suggestion. The FP-E50 is so rich in features, that it might very well call for a follow up video to cover even more of its features. I will pass along your question to the production team and, perhaps, we can cover this topic in a future video.
@MrsDuck
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your detailed reviews Stu. I have spent an entire week's free time deciding which digital piano l am going to buy and you have assisted me greatly at coming to a decision. The price point is acceptable to me considering the amount of functionality included. Deciding factors for me other than the piano likeness of the action and sound are 1. being able to make adjustments on the instrument without getting an external app, computer and using the keys to assign functions + a display screen; 2. an adequate speaker set-up for home use. Quality other instrument sounds and rhythms to jam with my electric guitarist husband. 3. Proper line in and out if I at some point get to use it at church. 4. front facing double headphone jacks. 5. The capacity to attach 3 pedals. I have owned both an accoustic piano a Kawai keyboard and Roland keyboard. I was considering the ES920 & the FP60x, but they are just slightly to expensive to me and gives me less freedom to jam with my talented husband. To keep the price down I was considering the ES120 & FP30x, but I don't want to be interacting with an app to adjust the parameters and struggle fiddling with onboard settings without an intuitive screen. I also tried out the RD88 @ our favourite music store, but ultimately decided against it as it does not have a music rest and I didn't like the speaker set-up for home use. Hope my reflection helps some other peeps decide 😊. Oh yeah, I also like the inclusion of the vocoder.🎉
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks so much for tuning in and sharing your thoughts and insights regarding your quest for the perfect digital piano. Based on what you're describing, the Roland FP-E50 seems to be the perfect fit! It checks off the vast majority of the boxes you've laid out. It is a piano that has tons of features and customization options built directly into the piano opposed to having to be accessed via an app. It is certainly worth consideration! :)
@MrsDuck
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos thanks guys. Good Day from Australia!🇦🇺
@beepyjay6112
Жыл бұрын
Just purchased my FP-E50. These videos were so helpful!!
@kevinlentz7604
3 ай бұрын
Absolutely adore mine took back the Yamaha dgx 670,no comparison ❤
@charlesworton4020
5 ай бұрын
The many features of the E50 are sabotaged by the fact that no rhythms can be recorded over MIDI, and only one channel (as opposed to 16 for most MIDI capable boards) is enabled. The E50 is an excellent choice for the solo performer; light, great mic effects, great piano and other sounds. But it is crippled as a studio production board. Worth noting.
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
It is definitely intended to be a live, performance instrument rather than a studio/production instrument. The FANTOM series pianos are designed to be more feature rich workstations for those types of uses.
@charlesworton4020
5 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianos The problem with the Fantom lineup is that they lack the accompaniment and arranger functions of the E50. Roland doesn'tseem to make a keyboard that does everything. If I'm wrong on this, please correct me. What I really want is everything on the E50, with MIDI support. If Roland makes this, please tell me!
@WeAreAllDoomed-n5i
4 ай бұрын
How much does the average buyer spend on phones? They would be a lot happier with a decent piano.
@MerriamPianos
4 ай бұрын
That is a very good point! Piano's bring a lot more joy than phones do in my experiences. :)
@Iceland874
3 ай бұрын
Does Roland Zen-core require a yearly subscription?
@MerriamPianos
3 ай бұрын
The Roland ZEN-Core tone engine is onboard the unit. Access to the engine and the core built-in sounds does not require a subscription. However, if you would like to sign up for the Roland Cloud, there are subscription fees/plans.
@ezequielbarbosa3296
3 ай бұрын
Quero corrigir o que mencionei sobre o valor do dólar aqui no Brasil, que tivemos uma alta no valor do dólar para 5,67, para cada Real, a nossa moeda corrente, assim, seria de 1.165,43. Na correção correta. Valor em dólar.
@MerriamPianos
3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for clarifying! And, of course, thank you for tuning in! :)
@ezequielbarbosa3296
3 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianos yes.
@muratferhatyegul
24 күн бұрын
Is it the sustain pedal that holds a chord as long as you keep your foot on? I hope it’s another pedal though
@MerriamPianos
24 күн бұрын
Yes, that is correct. However, the sound will eventually decay. The length of decay depends on the particular sound/patch you are using.
@b.j.surfdog3724
Жыл бұрын
any keyboard is always going to sound it's best when played by someone with piano knowledge and skill. I would bet this guy could make a Kid's toy piano sound legitimate.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! There is a lot of truth to that notion. Tone is in the fingers as they say. ;)
@oljones31
Жыл бұрын
I can honestly say from what I have seen so far, this keyboard is giving you the Fantom 0 series in a digital piano. The only issue I have with it is how it looks. But a great alternative to the Yamaha DGX.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It does have quite a bit of cross-over with the Fantom-0 series models, but with onboard speakers. It is an excellent, fully-loaded digital piano! :)
@bim360
11 ай бұрын
Just bought this yesterday for NZ$2000 (US$1160ish), sold my kawai es110 with stand for NZ$1250 (really surprised i was able sell it with that price!). Anyway this is a big upgrade and advance for me and my kids, they just started learning piano since we only play nursery songs😊. Have no idea about accompaniment since we only play it plain piano! and it’s good to see this demo. Just a question, can you please guide me on how to record the sound from it while we play and video using ipad or iphone? What do we need in terms of cable?
@MerriamPianos
11 ай бұрын
Congrats on your new FP-E50! It is a really fun instrument with a fantastic core piano experience! In terms of recording sound, you can take the line outputs and plug them into an audio interface that is connected to your computer/device and running through a Digital Audio Workstation. You will need 1/4" cables (1 if you are okay with a MONO signal and 2 if you are looking for a STEREO capture). :)
@bim360
11 ай бұрын
got it. thank you.@@MerriamPianos
@skydivewidget
11 ай бұрын
@bim360 I also own es110. I wanted to replace it by Es120, but after this review I'm thinking about FP-e50. How do you compare key action and keys feeling in es110 and fp-e50?
@kttk7549
Жыл бұрын
That model of pricing & function or setup might be the one I am looking for? I am looking for models that has digital piano feature- quality piano sound & touch and yet had tons of flexibility functions such as like a keyboard have ( automatic cords ) . I am not musically trained but a music lover who could only play by ear and don’t know to read notes at all. Stu, let me know if this model is perfect for me compare to Kawai digital piano? I know that Kawai digital piano sound and keyboard touch much more like a realistic acoustic piano than any other brands! However it’s lack of functional like a keyboard have and cost around $5-6k usd to have the best piano experience. Please advise, thanks
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent here! The Roland FP-E50 is definitely an option worth considering as it is a hybrid of an arranger, stage, and at-home digital piano. The value packed into this model is incredible. Truthfully, there is no Kawai piano that offers the same level of arranging/accompaniment features as this type of model. The closest thing would be an MP7SE or MP11SE, which definitely have a lot of perks and features that are superior to the FP-E50 (which is reflected in the price point). However, this is not quite an apples to apples comparison for a variety of reasons.
@kttk7549
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bent for reply. I’ll definitely consider Roland fpe50 than Kawai digital piano for this price point even though it has Sk Kawai sound included, simply because the sampling of SK Kawai is very realistic to an acoustic grand piano. I rather trade off Sk Kawai sampling sound for arranger features that Roland has for that price point. Thanks again for advice and insight.
@andrewr3844
Жыл бұрын
Stu, You are far and away my favorite digital piabo reviewer! Pro pianist here, play at school and churches. Thank you soo much for going into detail about the accompaniment feature. I feel the same about Rolands and ph4 action, love the way they feel and sound. Have an rd88 which I bought during Covid (thanks to your review) for gigs and planning on buying this one for home practice to replace my broken Casio. I also love listening to your jazz inprov.. it is amazing! Could listen for hours. Much appreciated!! ❤
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi Andrew! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you so much for tuning in! I will be sure to share your kind words with Stu on your behalf. :) The Roland RD88 is a little powerhouse and the PHA4 action is phenomenal to play on. Thanks again and happy playing!
@hyperseah
Жыл бұрын
The sliding controls are a great addition. But there is one thing I don't understand - why is Roland still using Bluetooth 4.2? 5.3 is the latest and Ver 5.0 has been around for quite some time already.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
I agree! The sliders are quite convenient and a wonderful addition. In terms of the Bluetooth version, I am not entirely sure. I suppose that would be a question that has to be fielded directly to Roland.
@Seitenwerk
Жыл бұрын
The question is: why should they? BLE 5 offers ultra low power modes/devices which make no sense here or high bandwidth devices that basically don’t exist in consumer environments. So no reason to integrate a ble version for features that are not used
@chrismurray-tx5fn
Жыл бұрын
Hey Stu, thanks for this review. I found your video after ordering (in the uk) and it helped me build the excit meant before it arrived. My first impressions are great. I connected Bluetooth midi and Bluetooth audio on my iPad with no issues at all
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris! Brent from Merriam Music here! Congrats on your FP-E50! It is quite the powerhouse. I'm happy to hear that you've been enjoying it and have not been having any issued with the Bluetooth functionality. :)
@MartinBreen
Жыл бұрын
When will Roland realise that the discontinued EP760 was a gem. Plenty of power in the speakers, and basic but decent sounds. Roland should know how many EP760s were sold, and now need replacement. Jesus, like they offer crap replacements, 2.5 watts etc. rubbish. They had a winner in the old 76s and 760s. Brain dead development gurus. They know people used the 76 key units with 10 watts. Why the heck won’t they listen to the customer????
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The EP760 was definitely an interesting offering from Roland that was very rich in features for its size and price point. The new EX10 has some similarities to that model and is worth investigation if you were a fan of the EP760. Of course, the speaker system is only 5 watts compared to 10 watts, but the sound is still quite substantial. Keep in mind that twice the amount of wattage does not necessarily translate to twice the volume or perceived volume.
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
I own a Yamaha DGX-670. Actually, I have owned arrangers from Roland, Yamaha, Korg and Casio in the past. I am glad to see Roland is now offering something in this category. For me personally, this is just not interesting at all. The FP-E50 doesn't do anything I value over the DGX-670, but Roland fans can now opt for an arranger digital piano, which is nice.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Everything comes down to personal preference as we know. With that said, this is an excellent option for players seeking a quality arranger at a fantastic price point with Roland's action and tone engines.
@JoeLinux2000
Жыл бұрын
I might have given up on the E-50 too quickly, but I played a couple of chords on its acoustic piano voice and didn't like it at all. The sales lady was kind of surprised at how quickly I rejected it. I guess I should have tried some of the other patches. Of the pianos I tried, I liked the CA701 the best. On your own channel, you have some impressive comparisons of the DGX to sample libraries like the Garitan CFX.
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
@@JoeLinux2000 Hi! Thank you for the feedback on those comparisons. I might add a few more in the future. I think the FP-E50 is similar to the Korg XE20, but not so much to the DGX-670. Yamaha arrangers are above the competition. Actually, Roland and Kawai left the scene of high-end arrangers several years ago.
@rolexmarcelo3218
Жыл бұрын
I think an fpe50 vs dgx670 showdown should also be presented!
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
@@rolexmarcelo3218 I don't think it is possible to do a showdown (a final test or confrontation intended to settle a dispute) because it still comes down to personal/company preferences and values. People react differently to piano samples, piano actions, other sounds and features... the most you can do is upload a video with your point of view and support it with your personal opinions, but that's still not a way to settle something in any official way. Different channels have different reviews. Ultimately, you will have to either believe others, or develop your own opinion.
@cinepost
8 ай бұрын
Which Yamaha Arranger would the FP-E50 be most similar to?
@MerriamPianos
8 ай бұрын
The FP-E50 would be most comparable to the DGX670.
@mfurman
11 ай бұрын
Stu got me interested in this digital piano by saying that PHA-4 action implementation in FP-E50 is less clicky (modified?). I like PHA-4 (after all my first three digital pianos were with this action) but I could not tolerate how noisy PHA-4 was. I will test it and report back. If it is better that what I had in FP-30X, I will buy it even though I do not need all its features and it is too heavy for me (I mean digital piano itself). Michael
@MerriamPianos
10 ай бұрын
Sometimes, the enclosure design itself can have an impact on the action and its various elements, such as key noise. Hopefully, the FP-E50 is satisfactory for your needs and desires as it quite an impressive instrument overall. :)
@sonic2000gr
Жыл бұрын
The price point of this is very interesting indeed, it makes the FP-60X completely pointless. As far as bluetooth midi is concerned, it is listed in the manual and specs, there are no details on operating it however. Only bluetooth audio function is explained.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The FPE50 is definitely a compelling choice! With that said, the FP60X does have its place at the table so-to-speak given that it does have a superior speaker system and, consequently, piano sound than the FPE50. However, I suspect many players will opt for the FPE50 over both the FP30X and FP60X given its attractive offering. In terms of the Bluetooth MIDI, the FPE50 can still transmit Bluetooth MIDI info for controlling purposes, but it does not have app compatibility. This is another area where the FP60X may have an edge for some customers.
@ChrisCarson
Жыл бұрын
Stu, can you please do a beginner tutorial for those of us who are struggling with getting started. The User Manual is absolutely impenetrable and might just as well be written in Spanish. It probably is, I can't tell. A lot of new users will be extremely grateful to you.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris! Brent from Merriam Music here! The FP-E50 is an amazing machine that is packed with a lot of features and capabilities (as you are discovering). With that said, I think a follow up video that digs into using these features and onboard functions is a great idea. I will pass on the suggestion to Stu and our production team for you. Thanks for the suggestion! :)
@ChrisCarson
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos Hello Brent. Thank you. I'm sure there must be a lot of users in the same boat as I am, who have been quite happily playing on FP 30x or 60x's both of which are quite straight forward, to play. They don't really require much tuition. But sitting down at an FP-E50 is a whole new ball game. Roland, have just chucked us in the deep end to either sink or swim. There's nothing on the Roland website to offer assistance or guidance. So I'm sure I speak for many others when I say, we are greatly looking forward to your future vids. On behalf of myself and many others, I sincerely thank you.
@bernardodiaz9428
Жыл бұрын
I need to know which one is better, the Roland FP e50 or the Kawai ES-120?
@SAMZIRRA
5 ай бұрын
If I buy the Roland cloud jump drive thingy, can I only use my ipad with it of do I need a pc or mac?
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
I have not personally tried it in conjunction with an iPad or tablet. I believe it would be compatible in theory, but the performance might not be as good as with a laptop or computer. Perhaps, one of our community members here can chime in if they have any experience with using it conjunction with an iPad. :)
@juliusseptimus4835
9 ай бұрын
I have got a brand new Fp E50 as a Christmas gift, but I am a little bit dissapointed!!!... I can not find this beautiful and colored sound that I hear from your videos!... even if I plug my external studio monitors Presonus 4.5!!!... What is the correct eq?... Stand or Desk eq?... I am a student but my ears tell me that something is going wrong with the sound!!!... My last keyboard was a Yamaha PSR E373 and sometimes I feel it sounds better!!!. Please give me some advice!!!... Thank you so much!!!...
@MerriamPianos
9 ай бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! I am sorry to hear that you are feeling disappointed with your FP-E50. In my experiences, it is a fantastic, fully-loaded digital piano that provides a wonderful piano experience. In terms of stand or desk EQ settings, it depends on how you have the piano positioned. Of course, you can experiment with switching between both in any context, but I find that the EQs are appropriately labelled given the situation that they perform best in sonically. Our videos are captured with direct line outs from the tone engine into an audio interface. There is no colouring or post-processing of the sound, so what you are hearing is the default setting directly from the tone engine. Of course, the sound out from the speakers will be a bit different. Beyond that, it is possible that something may be wrong with your instrument, but it is impossible to triage that without hearing and playing the instrument in person.
@Jorge.O85
Жыл бұрын
Hammer Keys or Weighted keys ?? Ivory feel, feel G ?? Bluetooth Connection? Thanks
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The FP-E50 uses the PHA4 action, which is a fully-weighted keyboard. It does have Bluetooth MIDI, but it does not have Bluetooth app connectivity.
@KarolPiano
Жыл бұрын
I'm using DP mainly as a MIDI controller and want to upgrade from FP10 to FP-E50 for pitch and mod wheels, but it would be nice to have some decent speakers for quick fiddling around (FP10 speakers are poor). How would you rate E50s speakers compared to Kawai ES920 or Roland FP60X?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The FP-E50 is a fantastic piano with a great feature list! In terms of the speaker system, it is quite comparable to the FP30X. It is not quite the same power and quality as the ES920 or FP60X models.
@diogoqueiroz4726
6 ай бұрын
Ótimas considerações. Há possibilidade de você avaliar o Casio cts1 e cts500/1000? Abraços do Brasil.
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the suggestion! We will do our best to tackle those Casio models for you. I will pass the suggestions along to our production team. :)
@Paranormaltorch
4 ай бұрын
Hey does this have a split option, I can't seem to see one but just checking? so like Bass on the lower end and piano on the main section?
@MerriamPianos
4 ай бұрын
Hi there! Yup - the FP-E50 has all of the basic split, dual, and layer functions available. :)
@thetribunal8363
Жыл бұрын
Tips for buyers on competition Yamaha DGX - 670 Pros - 4 style variations/ better style programs/ reads PSR style files with 4 variations ( there are thousands if free styles) Can write user styles/ more realistic and musical styles that can be used/ can play midi files ( Roland can not) 40 plus Super Articulation sounds ( best nylon/ acoustic guitars / saxes, etc that Roland or Casio can’t touch) Will read midi files ( including Roland ‘s GS and Yamaha’s XG files). Remember most pro GM files are written in GS format) Has 16 track sequencer Cons- heavy/ bulky/ GHS keys ( not as good as Roland) . Not gig worthy ( screaming “amateur keyboard)/ no vocal harmony / no modulation wheel/ only headphone out/ no separate LR outs Korg XE- 20 Light weight( 25 Ibs)/ terrible key touch and response/ PA80 arranger styles/ will read SMF/ Wav/ Mp3 files but poorly designed for live playback. No joystick/ pitch bend/ mod wheel/ PA 80 arranger styles means 2 fills and jumpy fills / no style writing/ has basic sequencer Roland FP- E50 Pros - great key feel/ individual weights ( key response not as fast as Yamaha’s GHS for fast notes runs due to escapement mechanics for certain patches but great for piano tones - better piano tones ( than Yamaha or Casio) - pro looking keyboard on stage ( well designed/ no speakers on top or front) -individual LR outs - Vocal harmony - 37 pounds ( lightest pro feel/looking arranger with build in speakers) - blue tooth midi and audio - chord sequencer Cons- Can’t read or write midi files ( only Wav files) . That means you can’t play pre sequenced general midi files with VH data) - other sounds ( non super natural tones)are good enough but not great ( especially saxes/ guitars still has Juno Di / Ds quality) . Not super articulation quality - arranger feature is afterthought and style are poorly written ( limitations start to appear if you are One Man Band / solo performer) - 2 style variations means 1990 era backing with improved sounds ( you will not be able to load even BK3 styles which has 4 variations) Overall verdict- There is no competition in the market.great if you need one keyboard that has 88 keys and pro piano sounds and other acceptable sounds with manageable weight that has pitch/ mod wheels . Looks great as well. For OMB players;You just have to load wav files and play and sing on top while using real time harmony by pressing chords in real time Unfortunate for Casio. Which is still not considered as “pro” looking/ considered KB on stage ( regardless how they improved with the sounds, etc, the stigma is still there). It may take a decade and multiple endorsements.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to check out our channel and share your insights! We appreciate it. :) The only thing I would add is not to write Casio off. The PXS portable piano models are fantastic, particularly the newer models like the PXS6000 and PXS70000. These are more than suitable for pro-level performance and gigging players will appreciate their portability.
@jorjajorjan3863
6 ай бұрын
Roland FPe50 or Yamaha sx700 better for live gigging along with a singer? Better styles and sounds? Better onboard controling without having to access menus?
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
It is a matter of personal preference, but I personally find the FP-E50 to be more comprehensive in terms of sounds and features, including vocal processing. :)
@allansoncruickshank721
5 ай бұрын
Stu, nice review as usual. Just 3 quick questions: 1) When using the accompaniment feature, do I have the option of using only the drums and not the full band to accompany me? 2) Is there an easily accessible EQ on the keyboard? 3) Due to the extra height of this keyboard, which bag on the market does it fit in neatly?
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for tuning in! You can switch between the drums and full accompaniment using the "Accompaniment On" button. In terms of EQ, it does not have an onboard EQ like the FP90X model does, but you can adjust the piano sounds by digging into the "Piano Designer" feature. :)
@AmirHamamdaMusicProducer
Жыл бұрын
Waiting to see a comparison with the dgx670 🤩
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It is on our list of comparisons to tackle against the FPE50! We will do our best to make it happen. :)
@lifesabeach8133
8 ай бұрын
This review seems to be aimed at intermediate/advanced players. I'm researching for my very 1st digital piano ever and I also sing. What I'm interested in are the specs on the speakers (amps/size/how many), midi/bluetooth features and microphone specs/demo. Also, if there is a lesson or chord/lyric display option like it's competitor the Yamaha DGX 670. If I'm on this review I'm already sold on the 88 key/weighted graded features and a top brand name. Love the playing but would appreciate a 2nd part review aimed more at beginner/low intermediate players looking to sing/record along with learning to play.
@MerriamPianos
8 ай бұрын
Hi! Brent here! Thanks for tuning in and writing in! The FP-E50 has two 12 cm speakers that are 11W each. It does have Bluetooth MIDI and Audio, but it is not a model that is supported by Roland's Piano App. It does offer chord identification and display as well as the ability to upload chord progressions into the arranger features. There is certainly a lot to dig into with this model, so I like your idea about a follow-up video. I will pass the suggestion on to our production team. :)
@艾菜雞
Жыл бұрын
I just bought the RD88. How come it's only released now? 😭😭 Who told me that what I bought was worth it?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on your RD88! The RD88 is a fantastic piano and is a slightly different offering than the FP-E50! :)
@BalakeHart-nh4xh
3 ай бұрын
How about organ patches
@MerriamPianos
3 ай бұрын
The Roland pianos, including the FP-E50, have excellent organ tones. Perhaps, we should consider a video series focusing on these various models' non-piano tones.
@joshuamg2174
Жыл бұрын
FPE-50 or Yamaha CK88? Please help me decide :( I'll use it for playing live The only downside I see on CK88 is that it doesn't have much Epianos like Roland does.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It really is a matter of preference of course, but, for me, the FP-E50 has a superior touch and a much more impressive collection of non-piano sounds (including e.pianos like you mentioned). The ZEN-Core engine is really appealing too! :)
@PurpleMusicProductions
6 ай бұрын
Very impressive playing. Does Stu take students via zoom? Asking for a friend.
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
Hi! Brent here! Thanks for tuning in! Unfortunately, Stu is not offering private lessons at this time. But, there will likely be more tutorial videos on the channel in the near future. :)
@charlesworton4020
6 ай бұрын
At 3:28 you state that the keyboard will not connect with the Roland Piano app. You'll be pleased to know that with software update 1.20, which came available in January 2024, the piano app is now supported. So that's a step forward. Thanks for an excellent review.
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly for sharing! And thank you for tuning in! We appreciate it. :)
@hernancortez7030
Жыл бұрын
How many pianos are on this keyboard? And how many are from supernatural and how many from zen-core ? Are the upright pianos still in this keyboard?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! There are 38 piano tones and 34 e. piano tones. I am not entirely sure off-hand how many come from the SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core engines respectively. There are still upright piano options onboard. :)
@DTC12
Жыл бұрын
Roland FP-E50 vs Roland FP-60x? Any opinions. Both are currently priced the same. (For someone who is by no means an expert and still learning quite a bit.)
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
They are very different offerings with very different intended uses. If you are going to be using the piano exclusively for piano practice, the FP60X would be the appropriate option. However, if you are looking for an instrument with tons of features, namely arranger/accompaniment features, the FP-E50 is the best bet. Thanks and hope this helps! :)
@thomasschatton3481
Жыл бұрын
Yeah! I have been waiting (and actually asking) for this review. Thank you quite a bunch for this one. This instrument has so much to offer, though, that you have not been able to cover in this video, that should consider to record a second part.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you for your patience! And I definitely hear you. This might be a model that requires a second (and, perhaps, third) review video to cover all of the features on this powerhouse! :)
@thomasschatton3481
Жыл бұрын
@Merriam Music Indeed! Thank you so much! You guys are phenomenal! And Stu's piano performance is outstanding! I just love to listen to him playing!
@JayTheLane
Жыл бұрын
Zencore is very broad but for some reason I’ve always find it somewhat uninspiring. Zencore reminds me of Roland’s XV modules a bit but seems more sterile. As you say the pianos in Zencore are usable but not inspiring. Roland’s Legendary series is fantastic as it uses ACB technology for the Juno’s etc.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It comes down to a matter of personal tastes and preferences of course. ZEN-Core pianos like the RD88 and FP-E501 are incredibly versatile and excellent for stage use. However, in studio situations, top-of-the-line VST plugins may very well be the preference over the built-in ZEN-Core tones of these instruments.
@sudhakarankathiravan4480
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, E50 keyboard action and sound delivery is better than FP30x? Or it uses same technology? Please confirm.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! The FPE50 uses the same PHA4 action as the FP30X as well as the same core SuperNATURAL tone engine. So, from that perspective, the piano experience is quite congruent. With that said, the FPE50 does have a second engine: the ZEN-Core engine, so I suppose it has the edge in that department. :)
@ju34edwards
Жыл бұрын
Listening to you play makes me want to buy one
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The FP-E50 is a lot of fun! I think that is quite evident from Stu's face when he's playing it! :)
@MyDreamside
6 ай бұрын
does it sound as good as FP 30X. I watched some videos and the fpx 30 and 60 models sound more "realistic". Is it my Idea, am i biased?
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
The FP30X and FP-E50 use the same core piano tone engine (SuperNATURAL). So, they are quite similar sonically. With that said, the different enclosure design and speaker placement do affect the sonic experience as well.
@MyDreamside
6 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianos thanks after watching your videos i decided to buy FP 60X
@dougcastleman9518
5 ай бұрын
May not buy this, but throughly enjoyed the review and especially your playing.
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for tuning in! We really appreciate it. :)
@TheBrowniemusic
11 ай бұрын
Damn, no Bluetooth midi? So, no iPhone/ipad connectivity? I knew it was too good to be true!
@MerriamPianos
11 ай бұрын
The FP-E50 was intended to be a standalone machine that does not need app connectivity. With that said, it still does have Bluetooth MIDI, which can be used for MIDI controlling purposes. I have also heard from some users that they can use it in conjunction with some apps. It is just not compatible with the Roland Piano App at this time.
@jonos138
10 ай бұрын
Something i never thought about concerning the fp E50. I read a review where someone complained about the deeper sound box, that is, bottom to top of keys. They said it made the keyboard and your hands sit higher when playing. If they lowered the stand they said they then couldnt get their knees under the piano. Not sure if that is a problomatic thing with the e50 or anyone else encountered this. Watching the video I can now see when Stu plays the e50 it is higher than the fp60x by quite a lot.
@MerriamPianos
10 ай бұрын
That is perhaps a problem for players using a folding X-stand. However, we recommend using a Z-stand like the Profile KDS450MA. That should allow you to get the piano low enough without being uncomfortable and ensuring there is ample space for your knees. :)
@realstreetuk
5 ай бұрын
Hi Does anyone who has this keyboard know if you can save your chord detection settings and when restart the keyboard they are there ready to use? Every time I power up.to play I have to go and alter chord detection again for my liking?
@MerriamPianos
5 ай бұрын
Hi there! Thanks for the question! I am not entirely sure to be honest as I have not tried saving that particular parameter. I am not at a showroom currently to test that out, but, perhaps, one of our helpful community members/FP-E50 users can jump in and assist in this case. :)
@ripleyhrgiger4669
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the indepth review, Sir. This helped me decide. I'm replacing an older casio electric piano that just feels so bad compared to the alesis and KORG triton-88 that I had. And my god... the casio electric piano patch is so bad...
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thanks for tuning in! We're very happy to hear that you this review was helpful in your decision process. The FP-E50 is an exceptional, fully-loaded piano! :)
@NachtPiano
Жыл бұрын
Click instantly
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
:)
@SomeStrangemysterious
Жыл бұрын
For not a lot more money, the interface is way better than FP 30x.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
We have had many customers decide to spend a bit more to upgrade to the FP-E50! It is definitely worth consideration if any of the additional features are intriguing or appealing. :)
@arthurscaranddrivingchanne3137
Жыл бұрын
Finally! Been waiting for this to be reviewed here.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your patience! We're excited to finally release it! :)
@tomfoolery4077
Жыл бұрын
I got this piano, and it is a blast to play around with. However. For something that shows itself as a performance product, there is one major flaw. You cannot send the piano and the drum section out separate outputs. A simple, piano out left and drums our right, is not possible.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
The FP-E50 is quite the powerhouse and an amazing instrument for the money! With that said, there are inevitably going to be some limitations (especially when comparing this piano to $5000+ professional arrangers).
@KARHUGAMECHANNEL
Жыл бұрын
questions: when you overlay sounds - only the second sound is layered, or can you also layered the third, fourth? Can the volume of each layered sound be set? can this combination of sounds be saved? If so, how many such combinations can be saved? Well, the last question: if the choice is from this Roland FP-E50, Roland FP-30x, kawaii 110, casio s1000, yamaha p125, what would you advise? The main thing that is important is a high-quality keyboard, as close as possible to an acoustic piano and the natural sound of a piano, an auto-accompaniment module - not necessary. Or at least reduce the list, please, to 3 models))) I have watched so many videos. My brain is melting)
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent here! To answer your last question, my recommendation would be to play the instruments in person. That is the best way to determine the musical experience that you prefer. If the auto-accompaniment features are not important, I think the FP30X would be my top suggestion. The core piano experience is the same as the FP-E50, but it comes in a little cheaper. As for your first question, you can adjust the volume and blend of the layered sounds. I believe there is also the option to store them on the unit for easy access too, but, in complete honesty, I have not dug that deep into the computer of the FP-E50 yet (it is still quite a new model at this point).
@KARHUGAMECHANNEL
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos Thank you!!!
@juliusseptimus4835
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Stu for your incredible review!... but i need a full comparation with the fp 60x!... Which one should I buy?...
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thanks for reaching out! We will definitely be doing more comparison videos that feature the Roland FPE50 and we have received a few requests for a comparison with the FP60X. We will do our best to tackle that as soon as we can. With that said, the decision between the FP60X and FPE50 ultimately comes down to how the instrument is going to be used. If the arranger and accompaniment features are appealing, the FPE50 is the clear choice. However, if you're going to be using the instrument purely for piano practice purposes, the FP60X may be the preference as the speaker system offers a nicer sonic experience. There is also the question of app use. The FPE50 is not capable of connecting to Roland's Piano App, but the FP60X is.
@dcoch2000
Жыл бұрын
Are you planning a comparison with the FP-60x? Would love to know if the 60x is worth the extra money.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
That comparison is one that we are planning to tackle very soon. ;)
@anthony13299
Жыл бұрын
IS THE ROLAND FP-E50 INCAPABLE OF THIS BASIC MIDI FUNCTION IN LOGIC? Although the pre-sales personnel at Roland assured me that the Roland FP-E50 would be able to be played as an external MIDI instrument via the provided USB port, I have not been able to make this happen. I checked with them specifically since I would not have purchased this instrument if it did not have this function. It is an essential function for my music production. My Roland FP7 does this without any fuss at all: lays down a MIDI track from the instrument keyboard and then plays it back through the keyboard via MIDI. The FP-E50 does not do this at all. It will lay down the MIDI track as expected, but will not play the resulting track through the instrument keyboard via MIDI. It concerns me that I think this instrument is not able to play SMF files and that this impacts its ability to play back MIDI via a USB connection to the computer. Any idea if there is a fix for this? Reading the Logic Handbook, it says that Logic is able to play any instrument that is detected as having successful MIDI in-and-out connections in the test section of Apple's MIDI Studio utility. Since both the FP7 and FP-E50 do this without issue, this is apparently not in this case. Here is a file showing a comparison of the two keyboards as they appear in Logic as I attempt to carry out this operation. navraton.online/roland_midi_fail/Roland_Fail.html
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! I am sorry to hear that you are having issues with connecting and coordinating the FP-E50's MIDI with Logic. That is very surprising to hear as there should be no issues with the setup you are describing when using the FP-E50's USB connection. It sounds like it could be some type of driver problem. Have you ensured that all the pertinent drivers are up-to-date? Beyond that, I am hoping Roland's support can assist you with troubleshooting or, perhaps, one of our community members here have ran into a similar issue and found a solution. My fingers are crossed that it gets resolved for you soon!
@anthony13299
Жыл бұрын
Well, here's the resolution to that problem. The reason that every other piano I own could play through my DAW is that they transmitted on multiple MIDI channels. The FPe50 only sends and receives on one. How weird and odd is that for a modern piano? Consider it MIDI-crippled. I was able to get around this and record a single voice (not a Dual voice or split keyboard performance) to my DAW (Logic) by turning off "Control Surfaces" in the Logic preferences. Maybe this will help some other unsuspecting FPe50 Logic users.
@jonos138
10 ай бұрын
I have a question not necessarily related to this keyboard, but are there any keyboards that when you use them as a midi controller, you can get the sounds back through the actual speakers?
@MerriamPianos
10 ай бұрын
Yes, that is possible for models that have USB audio interfaces. :)
@amitev
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this review.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a million! We appreciate it. :)
@Roberto-qb2dj
Жыл бұрын
Ciao Brent e Stu. Un pianoforte piuttosto stupefacente con un ottimo prezzo. Gli speakers sono ottimi e generano un suono molto ricco nonostante gli 11 watt, molto probabilmente dipende anche dall'altezza maggiore del pianoforte. L'ho confrontato side by side con Casio px s3100 e Yamaha DGX 670 . Le differenza fra questi prodotti sono parecchie. Il keybed è completamente diverso come pure il suono del campione di pianoforte. Vanno provati! E' bello vedere Stu come suona il pianoforte! Ciao dall'Italia.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi Roberto! As always, thank you for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts! We appreciate it. I definitely agree with your synopsis of the FPE50. It is an excellent combination of features. The PHA4 action provides an excellent touch and the 11W speakers are quite rich sounding. Thanks again and happy playing! :)
@Harrybollox
Жыл бұрын
This is the best review I’ve seen of this keyboard, thank you. I just wish that manufacturers in this price bracket for these piano arranger types of keyboard had midi in and also multi zone multi voice splits/overlays. I had this on my M1 back in the 1990s so it’s frustrating that functions I considered standard then are now not so
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! We appreciate that immensely! :) I know there are a lot of applications where a traditional 5-pin DIN MIDI connection would be the preference. With that said, there are work arounds (USB to MIDI connectors, MIDI hubs, etc.) that can allow for flexible connectivity. Also, in this case, the FP-E50 is so fully-loaded with features that its extremely difficult to argue the amazing value it presents.
@phoenix4193
Жыл бұрын
they don't include it anymore because it can be done much better on a computer and it costs a lot more to put a microchip in one of these than just allowing you to connect your computer
@Harrybollox
Жыл бұрын
@@phoenix4193 yes unless you want to simply slave the keyboard from another keyboard which is what I would like to do.
@JanTarsha
8 ай бұрын
Hi. I bought the FP-E50 few weeks ago. There's a severe issue with piano sounds. The piano sounds sound very muffled and deaf, just as high frequencies on the EQ were cut off completely. It's not that I don't like the sound, rather sounds are somehow incorrectly set. I posted this comment under other reviews of the FP-E50 and hope someone can shed some light on this issue. Funny, all other sounds sound normally and very nice (like guitar, brass, strings, drums etc.). Only pianos sound bad. The issue occurs regardless of the quality of speakers as I connected line-out to different good speakers and the resulting sound is always the same, as said just like you cut off high frequencies on the EQ. The internal EQ settings don't help at all, but even so, shouldn't it sound correctly without tweaking the EQ. Piano sounds in your video are really great. My machine sounds nothing like this.Could it be that only my machine is faulty ? If so, should I return it or should I use the warranty? Please, I'd appreciate any advice. Thank you very much
@MerriamPianos
8 ай бұрын
Hi! Brent here! I'm sorry to hear that you are not fully-satisfied with the tone of your FP-E50. I responded to your previous comment with some insights. I would recommend connecting with your dealer to help troubleshoot the issue and determine whether it is the specific unit or a characteristic of the piano experience that you are simply not connecting with. In either case, the dealer should be able to assist you with potential solutions.
@utensil7granny
6 ай бұрын
I am finding problems with the Piano sound as well. I find it muddy but even more concerning, strangely shrill. Even at a really low volume and through quality earphones, my ears start to ache. I tried to mess around with the EQ and couldn't solve it. I rented a fp30x to compare and the piano sound through earphones is quite different.. The fp30x does not hurt my ears, sounds clearer, more expressive and more focused. It's unfortunate because I really love the features of the fp E50 and want to keep it. The accompaniments are incredibly fun and the chord display so useful. Do you have any suggestions on how to make the sound less shrill? As I mentioned, I played around with EQ as well as earphone settings and couldn't solve it. Thanks for any help you can offer.
@george0t
Жыл бұрын
Does it have USB audio??? Or just USB MIDI?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Yup! The FP-E50 has USB audio as well. :)
@realkoko-loco
Жыл бұрын
I purchase this keyboard from your review. I really do like it. I traded in a Roland machine that sequenced for this and miss that function. Can you recommend a budget-friendly looper machine that I can connect to my FP-E50 and record several parts to make fun, short loops ( and maybe song motifs) ? Thanks so much in advance.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
We're happy to hear that our review helped in your decision making process. Congrats on your FP-E50! It is a remarkable instrument on all fronts. Are you looking for an audio-based looper or a MIDI-based sequencer? There are a few different approaches one could take on this front.
@realkoko-loco
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos I guess I’m looking for an audio-based looper. I have Mixcraft, but never use it. I want to be able to for example, play a bass line, rhythm, maybe a motif I make up and then play over it. 3-4 layers is fine. I don’t need to make an 8-16 track master. I just want I have fun playing. Thank you!
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
These are some differences and similarities between the Roland FP-E50 and Yamaha DGX-670: 1) Speakers: Yamaha has upward facing speakers with woofers + tweeters while Roland has downward facing woofers with no tweeters. Drum beat sound quality is particularly affected when there are no tweeters or speakers facing the player. 2) Piano Quality: Yamaha has the CFX samples with both the VRM (Virtual Resonance Modeling) and Natural voices. Roland has their SuperNatural piano. Both engines use sampling as well as modeling. Extensive sound editing capabilities on the Yamaha: Touch Sense Offset and Depth, Harmonic Content, Brightness, Attack, Decay, Release, equalizer, harmony, etc. Same on the Roland. 3) Touch Sensitivity: Yamaha has 128 types vs Roland 100 types. Both are above the 5 types offered by FP-30X, P125a, and ES120. This allows better control of the piano samples in the area of dynamic control. 4) Arranger Styles: Yamaha offers 263 styles and Roland 177 styles (after update). Yamaha also offers more styles in their MusicSoft website. 5) Number of Variations per Style: Yamaha offers 4 variations vs Roland 2 variations. More variations allow for more nuanced backing tracks. 6) Intro/Ending: Yamaha offers 3 Intros and 3 Endings, while Roland offers just 1 intro and 1 ending. 7) Sounds: Yamaha has 601 voices + 29 Drum/SFX kits. Roland has 652 voices + 74 drum sets. Yamaha has Super Articulation, Mega Voice, Natural, Sweet, Cool, and Live! voices. Roland has the Zen-Core engine. 8) Expandability: Yamaha has MusicSoft while Roland has the Roland Cloud. 9) Screen: Yamaha has a large color screen. Roland has a monochromatic screen with a blue backing light, similar to their BK-5 arranger. 10) Microphone: both have a built-in microphone suite (3-band EQ, reverb, chorus, panning, noise gate, compressor, etc) to connect a dynamic microphone and sing 11) Yamaha DGX-670 other features: Piano Room, Score Display for piano lessons, Bluetooth Audio, recording, playback, compressor, layering sounds, full-featured equalizer, DSP effects of all types, 16-track sequencer, registration memory, follow lights, Karao-Key, USB audio interface, etc. 12) Yamaha DGX-670 more features: Vocal Cancel, Pitch Shift, Time Stretch, 500 Records on Playlist (unlimited via USB), Tap Tempo, Intelligent Acoustic Control, Stereo Optimizer, etc, etc. Same with Roland. 13) Apps: Yamaha DGX-670 offers Chord Tracker (extracts the chord sequence of an audio song stored on your device), Visual Performer. Roland has similar apps.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Just a few corrections and additions to make on the topic of this highly-contested showdown between two powerhouses in the industry: -FPE50 sound presets: 947 x Factory Sound Presets and 74 x Factory Drum Kits DGX670' sound presets: 601 x Sound Presets and 29 x Drum Kits -FPE50 performance functions: Dual Zone, Sequencer, Temperament Adjustment, Transpose, Tuning Adjustment -DGX670 performance functions: Dual Zone, Transpose, Tuning Adjustment -FPE50 I/O options: 2 x 1/4" Instrument Output 1 x 1/4" Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Output 1 x 1/4" Mic Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Input -DGX670 I/O options: 1 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Aux Input 1 x 1/4" TS Mic Input -FPE50 weight: 37 lb / 16.8 kg -DGX670 weight: 47.2 lb / 21.4 kg There is certainly a lot more to cover with both of these instruments. Perhaps a thorough comparison video is needed to tackle this one!
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos You missed the Master Tune/Scale Tune on the DGX-670 with its 9 Temperament Adjustments, as well as the Sequencer. It is not exclusive to the FP-E50. Here are some other features of the Yamaha DGX-670, which should also be on the FP-E50: - Chord tutor - Style Creator - Song Creator - Split Point/Chord Fingering styles - Keyboard Harmony types What Roland misses is something simple: if you make an arranger, you focus on the arranger. Otherwise, you have just made a lite workstation with some arranger capabilities. Roland focuses on the workstation part while Yamaha focuses on the arranger part. Either way, both instruments are head and shoulders of most of the similarly priced digital pianos.
@AlbertoSegovia.
Жыл бұрын
@@Instrumental-Coversthe DGX doesn’t have escapement! Big difference!
@briandolson2941
Жыл бұрын
Nice review again. Maybe a compare video of this to the Yamaha DGX 670? That would be appreciated 🙏
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly! We have received a number of requests to compare the FPE50 and the DGX670 in a head-to-head comparison video. We will do our best to tackle that as soon we can! :)
@uvz6539r
6 ай бұрын
currently the fp-e50 is only 150 usd more than fp30x..... so between them, how are they to play for normal piano play ect
@MerriamPianos
6 ай бұрын
They have the exact same core action and tone engine, so they are virtually identical in terms of the main piano experience!
@uvz6539r
6 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianosthank you
@biglakebard
Жыл бұрын
Strangely, I'm just so torn between this and the Casio PX-S6000. Obviously at a pretty drastically different price point; is it crazy to think that they're quite comparable units though? I guess I'm partially hung up on the looks and overall modern feel of the S6000 (I would get the wood-legged stand), I think the keys feel more 'pianoey', but I keep coming back to the FP-E50 because it seems like it has so much to offer for the money. Any thoughts are appreciated. Also, Stu, thanks for all of the genuinely insightful, honest reviews and outstanding playing.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent from Merriam Music here! Thank you for tuning in and writing in! The PXS6000 and FPE50 are both excellent instruments, but quite different offerings. I do agree that the sleek, modern, and portable design of the PXS6000 is quite attractive - especially if you're gigging with the instrument! It also has a wonderful touch and tone to complement its looks. With that said, the FPE50 is a very different animal. If you are looking for an arranger style piano with some of the biggest range of auto-accompaniment options, it would be the clear choice. If you won't be utilizing those particular features, other options from the Roland line like the FP30X and FP60X might be more appropriate.
@mesomrom
Жыл бұрын
Hello Merriam Music Would this be a good fit for classical pianist that is looking for portability and a good piano sound with also having some fun.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Brent here! The fact that the core piano elements (SuperNATURAL tone engine and PHA-4 action) are of a very high quality on the FPE50, it is definitely capable of serving as an appropriate instrument for classical playing. With that said, it also has tons of fun features to dive into when you're looking for a bit of a break from rigorous practice. :)
@mesomrom
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos Hi Brent, thank you for your response. Appreciated!
@DJpiya1
11 ай бұрын
For me the tone of the Kawai SK grand piano is miles ahead of this roland grand. I wouldnt buy this for piano, specially for recording.
@MerriamPianos
11 ай бұрын
That is a fair comment. Tonal preference is a deeply personal and subjective thing. The Kawai SK-EX grand sounds have a rich, warm sound. I find them to be some of the most intimate and authentic piano sounds found in digital pianos right now. With that said, the Roland SuperNATURAL Piano tones are excellent in their own way and, certainly, have a place on the market. The FP-E50 is also a very unique offering with a plethora of arranger/accompaniment features. At the end of the day, different digital pianos can serve as different tools for different jobs. :)
@DJpiya1
11 ай бұрын
@@MerriamPianos Agreed. I was referring the point of view of a just a normal pianist who is looking for portable digital piano with true authentic piano sounds and with very good key action. However, Roland offer v good feature set for a general audience. So as u pointed out, this product has its own audience. Thanks for ur informative reply.
@emilionovelo9498
Жыл бұрын
Wich Is better this Roland or Casio px7000?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
It is a matter of preference ultimately. I would also say that they're quite different in respect to their features/intention as well as in terms of price point. WIth that said, my recommendation would be to spend a bit of time with each piano at a showroom to see which musical experience and feature set you prefer. :)
@Zoco101
Жыл бұрын
The line-outs make this a more serious contender for gigging and recording than the DGX-670. Also, it is about 4kg lighter than the DGX-670. Yamaha must be concerned.
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike. Not at all. You don't record on the DGX-670 via Line Out, you use the built-in Audio Interface for CD quality sound. The Line Out issue is an irrelevant complaint: as you know, there are plenty of "TRS stereo to TRS Mono" splitter cables to connect to Front of House PA speakers if needed. The DGX-670 is a bit heavier, but not something that will be a deal breaker for most (I am sure you can carry a similar weight keyboard such as the Kawai MP7SE or Roland RD2000). In addition, the DGX-670 has many more accompaniment styles than the FP-E50, and 4 variations of them rather than two. In addition, you have excellent CFX samples as well as Pop grand piano samples, which you know are second to none when it comes to realism and cutting through a mix. Nothing to worry about from Yamaha with the FP-E50.
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike! Roland is certainly drawing a line in the sand with this model and I think it is safe to say that the FPE50 was built to be a direct competitor to the DGX670. At the end of the day, they're both very excellent machines with fantastic cost-to-value offerings. However, the presence of the ZEN-Core and SuperNATURAL engines along with the PHA-4 action at the core of the instrument makes it a pretty difficult instrument to compete with at this price point. :)
@Zoco101
Жыл бұрын
@@Instrumental-Covers Hello, nice to hear from you. We'll have to agree to disagree about the line-out & carry weight issues. My P-255 piano is 17.3kg. I would think twice before getting anything heavier. After a knee collapsed a few years ago, my partner (a health worker) begged me not to buy a heavy piano, so I bought this one. It all worked out perfectly - I quickly grew to love the P-255, and with lots of physiotherapy, my knee recovered about 90%. We also saved the second knee, which started to go. Even so, I'm very careful when I lift or carry my piano. Carry weight should matter less with a case/bag that includes castors, but some venues are inaccessible unless you cross a lawn and go up a flight of stairs. That's when the special (but heavier) case/bag becomes a disadvantage. Don't worry, I realise that the DGX-670 still has some unique advantages.
@Instrumental-Covers
Жыл бұрын
@@Zoco101 Oh, I am sorry to hear about your knee. Would you use an arranger in a gig? What do you personally prefer, a Roland FP-E50 or a Yamaha MX88? The later is a digital piano workstation (13 Kg) with Motif sounds. It does have beats. I actually used to have the MX61.
@Zoco101
Жыл бұрын
@@Instrumental-Covers Thanks, but I consider myself lucky, since I've effectively recovered, for now at least. No, I don't think I would need an arranger on a gig. A few prerecorded basslines are the most I usually need (I make them for the more challenging swing tunes) and increasingly, I perform without them anyway. The built-in rhythms could be useful for practising my band repertoire if they cover enough jazz styles, but I doubt I'd buy a separate instrument just for that.
@kevinotero6803
Жыл бұрын
Hermano este Roland FP-E50 me puede servir para tocar en mi iglesia y para estudiar verdad???😊
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It would be a wonderful piano solution for church settings! Furthermore, its PHA4 action and SuperNATURAL tone engine make it a wonderful choice for piano practice and studying as well. :)
@kevinotero6803
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianoshermano no se cuál comprar si el Roland FP-30x o el Roland FP-E50 cual me recomienda q es mejor
@crisoliveira2644
Жыл бұрын
Is installing expansions the only way to have new presets? Or can you upload a preset you edited on Zenology Pro into the FP-E50?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
I believe you can uploaded presets from Zenology onto the FP-E50 as well! With that said, I have not personally experimented with that functionality on the FP-E50 yet.
@crisoliveira2644
Жыл бұрын
@@MerriamPianos The manual mentions scene upload, but not tone. Guess I'll find out in a few days. EDIT: Or not. I just remembered I don't own Zenology Pro. 🤡
@frankg4819
Жыл бұрын
I just got my Fp e50 and I was surprised and confused when I went to connect the Roland piano app to it and it didn’t work. But here’s the weird thing! When I went into my Bluetooth section on my iPad both the midi and audio Bluetooth for the e50 where present and connected. I tried the keyboard with a piano lesson app I use and it worked via Bluetooth. So while I think it stinks that it doesn’t work with the Roland app I am very happy that it works with my other apps
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on your FPE50! It is a wonderful piano and I know you will be thrilled with what it offers musically! It is unfortunate that it is not compatible with the Roland Piano app. However, it is awesome that you have found apps that do work in conjunction with it. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy your new piano! :)
@PianoMan-hx3ev
Жыл бұрын
How about Yamaha Ck vs fp-e50?
@MerriamPianos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion! We will do our best to tackle that comparison for you. :)
@georgmuc2020
11 ай бұрын
Well done and very professional review! I especially like your detailed comments on key action. Thank you, Stu! IMO by far the best reviews on YT. Looking forward to the coming releases, maybe a Kawai MP-12? 😉
@MerriamPianos
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We really appreciate the kind words. We have not received notice about a Kawai MP12 yet, but we will keep you in the loop if we hear anything. ;)
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