Korg KROSS vs Roland FA-08
| Korg KROSS | Roland FA-08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 key, velocity sensitive (aftertouch not supported), standard C2-C7, transposable over [C1...C6]-[C3...C8]; the 88-key KROSS-88 uses the NH (Natural Weighted Hammer Action) keyboard | 88 keys (Ivory Feel-G keyboard with escapement) |
| Aftertouch | no | — |
| Polyphony | 80 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | — | 2 |
| Sequencer | — | 16 MIDI tracks + SD-card audio |
| Sound engine | EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis - integrated) | Roland FA sound engine (SuperNATURAL + PCM) |
| Speakers | — | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| USB audio | No | No |
| Weight | 4.3 kg | 16.5 kg |
| Released | 2014 | 2014 |
| USB to host | yes (Type B x 1, USB-MIDI Interface) | — |
| Discontinued | 1 | 2022 |
| Status | legacy | discontinued |
| Keys | 61 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Korg KROSS if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (4.3 kg vs 16.5 kg).
- Choose the Roland FA-08 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (80 vs 128).
Full spec sheets: Korg KROSS · Roland FA-08. Rows with a highlighted background differ.