Kawai CA401 vs Roland HP-505
| Kawai CA401 | Roland HP-505 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Grand Feel Compact action (88 wooden keys) | 88 keys (PHA III Ivory Feel Keyboard with Escapement) |
| Polyphony | 192 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 19 | 347 |
| Sound engine | — | Conforms to GM2/GS/XG Lite |
| Speakers | 40 W | 750 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Weight | 57.5 kg | 55.5 kg |
| Released | 2023 | 2013 |
| Release month | 4 | — |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Roland HP-505 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (57.5 kg vs 55.5 kg).
- Choose the Kawai CA401 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (192 vs 128).
- Choose the Roland HP-505 if you want more variety of built-in voices (19 vs 347).
- Choose the Roland HP-505 if you practise out loud without an amp (40 W vs 750 W).
Full spec sheets: Kawai CA401 · Roland HP-505. Rows with a highlighted background differ.