Roland FP-4F Digital Piano Information, Specifications and Resources

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Roland FP-4F

Overview

The Roland FP-4F is a digital piano released in 2011. It is aimed at those primarily wanting a quality piano sound and keyboard feel.

The FP-4F has 88 fully weighted full sized keys with touch sensitivity but no aftertouch. It has 128 notes of polyphony. It has hundreds of on board sounds including pianos and real world sounds, accompaniments and rhythms, and a sustain/damper pedal.

The FP-4F uses Roland's SuperNATURAL Behavior Modeling Synthesis engine, which blends samples and physical behavior models for very natural acoustic/electronic tones.

It has the ability to record and play back user performances. It has built-in MIDI capabilities. It has no built-in learning system. It has no built-in speakers which means you will have to connect it to external amplification and speakers in order to hear it. It runs from AC power.

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Specifications

Form

Number of Keys: 88
Key Weight: Piano
Key Size: Full
Touch Sensitive:
Aftertouch:

Sound

Number of Voices: 345
Polyphony: 128
Sound Generation: SuperNATURAL
Piano Sounds:
Real World Sounds:
Sounds Editable:
Accompaniments:

Extra Features

Recorder/Sequencer:
Tutorials:

Communication

MIDI:
USB:
Tablet Connectivity:

Power

AC Power:
Batteries:

Audio

Speakers:
Audio Out:
Audio In:

Pedals

Sustain Pedal:
Soft Pedal:
Expression Pedal:

Release Info

Year: 2011
RRP: $1999

Description

Superb Piano Quality that Travels Light

The new travel-friendly FP-4F takes Roland's popular FP-4 piano concept and injects exciting new components into the top-selling design, most notably the acclaimed SuperNATURAL® Piano engine and a deluxe Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement. Thanks to its built-in, 12w x 2 stereo speaker system, the FP-4F can be used anywhere, instantly, with no extra cables or amplification necessary. It blends beautifully into any environment and requires minimal floor space, and it's available in classic black and white finishes, with an optional RPU-3 triple-pedal unit and matching KSC-44 stand. From stage performance to home entertainment and enjoyment, the FP-4F represents Roland's ongoing commitment to advanced technology and musical creativity.

SuperNATURAL® Piano

The FP-4F's SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine combines our award-winning V-Piano technology with an exceptional 88-key stereo multisampling core. By extensively analyzing the characteristics of world-class concert pianos, we have faithfully replicated the unmatched tone color and expressiveness of a fine acoustic grand piano. SuperNATURAL Piano delivers the ultimate playing experience, with seamless tone variation according to touch, smooth and natural tone decay with no “looping,” and maximum expressivity in each individual key.

Compact and Ready to Travel

With a body that's only 30.5 cm (12-1/16 inches) depth and a weight of only 16.6 kg (36 lbs 10 oz), the FP-4F is very convenient to transport, and it's available in two classic finishes: white or black. At home or onstage, the FP-4F is friendly to operate with its high-visibility LCD, which provides a clear view of tones, song names, and parameters. You can place the FP-4F on any flat surface, or add a matching KSC-44 stand (optional) for a realistic piano look and feel. For performers who desire the utmost in portability, the collapsible KS-18Z stand is an ideal match.

Ivory Feel-G Keyboard

Featuring Roland's acclaimed Progressive Hammer Action design with Escapement, the FP-4F's Ivory Feel-G keyboard inherits the functions, appearance, and texture of keyboards found on our flagship pianos. Thanks to the combination of the latest sensor technologies and the SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine, the FP-4F offers expressivity and performance that rivals that of high-end pianos.

Optional RPU-3 Adds Additional Control and Expression

The included DP-10 Damper Pedal offers continuous-pedaling capability, while the optional RPU-3 Triple-Pedal Unit affords a fully authentic grand piano playing experience.

Virtual Backing Band

The FP-4F's Session Partner provides rhythm and accompaniment patterns created by professional musicians, letting you play along with an onboard dynamic backing band! You can even have the FP-4F play chord changes and ad-libs, or add complete accompaniment to a sing-along piece during a live performance. You'll enjoy exploring the diverse range of built-in rhythm patterns, which are great song starters, as well as musical metronomes for improving your sense of timing.

Newly Designed Speaker System

Though the FP-4F's newly designed speakers are compact in size, they deliver a rich and dynamic sound that's perfect for intimate performances anywhere. At home and in smaller venues, you can simply plug in and play without having to carry a separate amplifier or set up a PA system.

USB Expansion

With its support for USB flash memory, the FP-4F lets you conveniently store your recorded performances and keyboard settings. You can also download SMF and WAV files from your computer and play them via a USB memory key from the FP-4F, or connect a USB CD drive (Roland's CD-01A; sold separately) to blend your favorite audio CDs you're your keyboard performance; both are great ways to add backing tracks to a live performance or to learn to play along with pre-recorded songs. Additionally, you can employ the Center Cancel feature to minimize pre-recorded vocals or lead instruments for play-and sing-along fun, and use the Tempo Change feature to speed up or slow down a song without changing the pitch.

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