Roland F-140R vs Roland HPi-5
| Roland F-140R | Roland HPi-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel | Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard |
| Polyphony | 128 | 64 |
| Sounds / presets | 316 | 421 |
| Sound engine | SuperNATURAL Piano Sound | — |
| Speakers | 24 W | 60 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| USB audio | — | No |
| Weight | 34.5 kg | 67 kg |
| Released | 2016 | 2005 |
| Status | discontinued | legacy |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Roland F-140R if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (34.5 kg vs 67 kg).
- Choose the Roland F-140R if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (128 vs 64).
- Choose the Roland HPi-5 if you want more variety of built-in voices (316 vs 421).
- Choose the Roland HPi-5 if you practise out loud without an amp (24 W vs 60 W).
- Choose the Roland F-140R if you want wireless MIDI/audio from a phone or tablet.
Full spec sheets: Roland F-140R · Roland HPi-5. Rows with a highlighted background differ.