Roland GAIA-2 vs Roland JD-Xi
| Roland GAIA-2 | Roland JD-Xi | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | — | mini keys (with velocity) |
| Polyphony | 22 | 129 |
| Sounds / presets | 256 | — |
| Sound engine | GAIA-2 sound generator, Pre-installed Model Expansion SH-101 | Digital Synth Tone (SuperNATURAL Synth), Analog Synth Tone, PCM Drum Kit |
| Effects | Multi-Effects: 53 types | Effect1, Delay: 2 types, Reverb: 6 types |
| USB audio | Yes | Yes |
| Pads / faders | Motional Pad | — |
| Weight | 4.4 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 37 | 37 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Roland JD-Xi if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (4.4 kg vs 2.2 kg).
- Choose the Roland JD-Xi if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (22 vs 129).
Full spec sheets: Roland GAIA-2 · Roland JD-Xi. Rows with a highlighted background differ.