Roland FP-30 vs Roland FP-30X
| Roland FP-30 | Roland FP-30X | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | PHA-4 Standard (with Escapement and Ivory Feel) | PHA-4 Standard |
| Polyphony | 128 | 256 |
| Sounds / presets | 35 | 56 |
| Speakers | 22 W | 22 W |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| USB audio | No | Yes |
| Weight | 14.1 kg | 14.8 kg |
| Released | 2015 | 2021 |
| Status | legacy | current |
| Keys | 88 | 88 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Roland FP-30 if budget is the priority — it is about $50 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Roland FP-30 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (14.1 kg vs 14.8 kg).
- Choose the Roland FP-30X if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (128 vs 256).
- Choose the Roland FP-30X if you want more variety of built-in voices (35 vs 56).
Full spec sheets: Roland FP-30 · Roland FP-30X. Rows with a highlighted background differ.