We filmed this with the factory settings. It might sound a bit brighter coming through your speakers. ...but you can adjust the sound slightly in the Smart Pianist App.

The CSP-255 has hollow resin keys where the CLP-845 has wood/resin keys. The keys are a bit lighter on the 255, but the down weight (the amount of pressure it takes to depress the key) is similar. Most grand pianos have a 55g down weight so it's important that you get used to a heavier action when you're learning. Otherwise, you'll be able to play keyboards and some uprights, but you'll have trouble on grand pianos. Best of luck to you!

@@RivertonPianoCompany So beginners can afford to miss the counter weighted keys ? like the ca701, that was the lightest keyboard i tried.

Every Roland Home Piano or Yamaha Clavinova have counter-weighted keys.

The closest fit would be the CLP-885 or CSP-295.

Hrm. That's strange. Which piano are you connecting and how are you connecting to the app?

Thank you for watching! Yes. You can record in audio format to the USB flash drive. It will pick up the mic, aux-in and your piano.

SO glad you got a chance to try one out. Sounds like you reacted the same way we did! hahaha

@ yes I did!! I will be purchasing one in about 2 years!!

That's awesome! We hope you enjoy that piano!

Wish you were close to Arizona! We'd be happy to show it to you!

Congratulations! Glad to hear you're enjoying that Clavinova!

Hi there. Unfortunately, we don't carry or support the FP-E50 so I can't give you a whole lot of information about it. I can tell you that is is not compatible with The Roland Piano App. It works with Zen Core. It does have built in rhythm styles that loop, but I don't believe it does what you're hoping to do natively. You'd need an actual loopstation for that. Hope that helps!

Hi and thanks for stopping by! I've sold both brands and I definitely recommend the Yamaha. Kawai has a far less impressive service record.

Of course it is. It plays better than an upright piano does (more speed, control and precision)... and people study classical music on upright pianos all the time. You should try one!

No question the GP-609 is at a great price right now. I do like the cabinet of the GP-9 quite a bit better and the new sound system is an improvement, but I'd recommend playing them both before deciding. Right now, Yamaha doesn't have much to offer in the digital grand space as their models are still coming out. ...and - even if you could - the Roland will have a better warranty, better bench, more features and newer technology for just a bit more money. Hope that helps!

@RivertonPianoCompany I would try them both, but none of us can play. We are purchasing our first piano for the family to learn. I know this is not a "beginners" piano, but I'd rather purchase one that we can grow into. Initially, I was looking at the Roland CG-1 from Costco, but as I've done more research, I think the GP9 and GP609 are a better value. My main objective is to buy one and be done. I personally play guitar, and that is my wheelhouse. Piano is uncharted territory, and I have zero knowledge/experience. I've learned the hard way with guitar. I've purchased more as my experience grew. Honestly, my journey would have been more progressive if I had purchased a higher quality guitar from the beginning. I think I'm hearing you say that between the GP609 & GP9, I can't go wrong with either. But from what I am gathering from your answer is you would take the GP9 over the GP609 if you had to choose between them? Correct? As I mentioned above, I just don't want to purchase a piano and realize later that I should have just spent a bit more to get a forever piano or at least one that will stay with us. The only other option is to purchase an acoustic piano, and that is where i was headed at first, but after considering my children, i think a nice digital piano would be more diverse and offer more entertainmentto keep my children encouraged to stay with it. Thank you for your opinion and quick response during this holiday season.

Hello again! It's a pleasure to chat with someone who has put this much thought and research into the decision. Congrats! That's really great. ...and yes. You're hearing me correctly. If money was no object, I definitely like the GP-9 better than the 609 because of its upgraded piano cabinet, new speaker system and haptic feedback in the key action. It's SO much better than any other digital grand out there. If you want to buy just one and keep it for decades, that would be my recommendation. Best of luck to you and your family!

@RivertonPianoCompany It's been a long road, but I think I'm ready. Thank you very much. I'll be spending the extra money and get the GP9. I think it's the one to get!

We wish you the best of luck. That's one heck of a piano and you're going to love it! Thanks for stopping by!

The Roland MP-200 is most similar to the Roland RP701. It doesn't have the modeling technology in the HP702 - nor does it have the 10yr parts and labor (in-home) warranty. It also doesn't have all the built-in music or the full-height back panel found on the HP702. For the VERY small difference in price, you should definitely get the HP702. As for the 704, instead of a stereo sound system, it has a four-speaker surround system with acoustic projection. Instead of hollow plastic keys, it has a wood/resin hybrid key. The 704 also has a duet bench and an upgraded cabinet with clips to hold your music open (or your iPad). Watch this video for a longer explanation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGa2eHR8gq6tjtk

In summary, get the 704. It's the best "bang" for the buck with wood keys, surround sound, duet-width bench, premium cabinet and 10-year IN HOME warranty (parts AND labor). You're only going to get one. Get the one you'll love. ...and don't buy pianos from guitar stores. Nobody there knows anything about putting it together, operating it, connecting it to apps or troubleshooting it. Buy pianos from piano stores.

@@RivertonPianoCompany Thanks so much for helping me with my questions and concerns about what piano I should get for the money. That being said, now I know what model I should get for my place. Thanks again!!

Glad to help! I hope you enjoy your new Roland!

Hello and thanks for your question. Unfortunately, it's a tough one to answer. We like the sounds on the Genio better than the PianoDisc system, but Genio is now under new distribution and their prices have nearly tripled since we reviewed them. If the prices are comparable, go with the Genio. If the PianoDisc system is less expensive, go with PianoDisc. Hope that helps!

Their failure rate is less than one tenth of one percent - by far, the best in the business. I am sure it could wear out at some point, but we haven't had any problems with the thousands of Rolands we've sold. Hope that helps!

Pt 2 Will go live on Monday!

Yay

Thank you!

Thanks for watching!

I'm sure they'll bring out a new model in the next year or two.

Sorry, but we don't have that information. That would be a question for Roland.

Absolutely. The performance difference is profound.

Awww. Thank you for sharing that with us. It means so much! Enjoy your new Roland!

Hello. Yes. I heard about the "loud note" issue with the NU1 (quite awhile ago). That has been resolved. We never had any problems with the NU1X. That said, I would definitely get an NU1XA. It's more money, but it has Bluetooth built-in and the new magnetic induction key sensors. It will last longer with less maintenance. It will do more. ...and it performs better. Thanks for watching!

It really is! Thanks for watching!

Congratulations! That's really exciting!

Hi I want to get one for my teen. How are you liking it? Did you get a deal?

That's right! It's a big upgrade! Check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnvNm6V4i5h3mc0

No. The 875 has linear hammer grading so it has a more authentic grand piano feel.

@ We don't know if the action in the 875 is heavier or lighter than the 775. The 775 was heavy.

You should definitely play them both and see which one you prefer.

@@RivertonPianoCompany We rely on your opinion. Because stores do not display all devices.

I see. Well, the 845 will have a different touch, but all of the CLP-800 series pianos seem to have the proper 55g down-weight that you'd expect from a grand piano. I hope that helps!

Nope. Almost all digital pianos have moved to USB or Bluetooth MIDI now. The CLP-845 has both. You can connect via USB (type B). Basically, you just need a USB (A to B) "printer" cable to connect the piano to your computer. You can use Bluetooth MIDI OR the USB cable to connect to a mobile device. The piano plays both "SMF Format 0" and " SMF Format 1" MIDI files, but it records in "SMF Format 0." Thanks for watching!

Thanks for watching! We love hearing from Yamaha fans!

YES! That's a great reminder. We mention that - do NOT connect through your Bluetooth settings on your tablet or smart phone. Connect through the app. It does all the work for you. Thanks for watching!

You can plug a headset with microphone into the GMPX and control its volume independently from the other mic port, etc. This is especially useful for podcasts or livestreams.

Hello and thanks for your question. Fortunately, there are a couple of easy solutions to your problem. Firstly, pre-recorded MIDI files use General MIDI (or GM2) sounds. These are universal sounds that work on all piano brands, but they do not represent the true sound of any one brand. They never sound as good as the piano's main Grand Piano sound. If you have an LX-9, you have a LOVELY instrument. The General MIDI sounds are a VERY poor way of hearing what it can do. Have someone who plays play it for you using the built-in ROLAND Grand Piano sound. It's a big difference. Also, you can customize the Roland sound in the Piano Designer section of the Roland Piano App. With some simple tweaks, you can adjust the model to sound the way you want it. In my experience, this can make anybody - from the most inexperienced beginner to the most demanding professional - happy. ...so - in short - don't use MIDI sounds to test the quality of the piano's sound and customize the built-in sound until you're happy with it. Have the company you bought if from show you how to do this and you'll be VERY happy with your piano!

Thank you so much for the kind words and the support . I will follow your advice and try to get someone to play it for me ❤❤❤ Whish you guys all the best ❤

That's great! Enjoy that piano!

Hello and thanks for your question! The number of free songs included depends on which Roland piano you purchased. If you have an HP, LX or GP series, you'll have more than 300 songs in there. These songs don't require a subscription. If, however, you want to add more songs, you can purchase a subscription to The Roland Cloud. This adds hundreds more songs! ...and I think it's $30 per year or something really inexpensive.

Hello and thanks for watching. First of all, if you want to edit your recording in another program, you should record it as a MIDI file - not an mp3. If your Roland has a writeable USB flash drive port on it, you can record the song to the flash drive in MIDI format, transfer it to your computer and edit it in any MIDI editing software. If you want to record an audio file, you can record a .wav file to your flash drive in the same way (just make sure you go into the settings and change your record mode to AUDIO before you record). Then just follow the same plan - transfer the song to your computer and edit it in whatever software you have. Finally, you can convert a MIDI file to an AUDIO file (.wav format) onboard most Roland pianos. ...so you can go either way. That said, there is no way to export a song from The Roland Piano App so - whatever you do - you will need to do it without the app. Thanks again for watching and best of luck!

Hi, Nadia, and thank you for watching our video! If you're looking for a better key action on a hybrid piano, I'd definitely look at the N3X. That's Yamaha's flagship AvantGrand and I think you'll like it alot better. That said, have you considered a Silent Piano? If you really crave that acoustic action, why not get an acoustic piano? With a Silent Piano, you can have a traditional "wood and strings" piano AND the electronic features that make the hybrids so attractive. That's my best recommendation for you... and stick with Yamaha! Their tech is the most reliable (by far) and you don't want to end up struggling through repairs with another brand. Best of luck to you!

Need more info. Tell me more about how you are connected. Also - in the piano world, a RX-3 is a Kawai acoustic piano. Is that what you mean?

@@RivertonPianoCompany no it’s connected to pioneer rx3 stand alone dj controller with the Roland go mixer pro x just need to know I e set it up right which I’m sure I have can record video no sound tho what should I do

Ok. Thank you for clarifying. I would run the R and L "Master" audio out from the RX3 to the R and L "Instrument" inputs on the GO:Mixer Pro-X. You can use the Keyboard volume knob to adjust the volume. You can test this mix by plugging some headphones into the GMPX to make sure you're getting the audio. Once you have that setup, you just need to make sure the device you're connecting the GMPX to is compatible. Hope that helps!

@@RivertonPianoCompany so can I not have my headphones plugged into my rx3 for mixing on the go mixer is the right red or white marked on rx3 but not on mixer pro x when I plug headphones in go mixer I still can’t hear from headphones just speaker I thought all I had to do was use rca into go mixer the other ends into rx3 attack phone and done can get video no sound rx3 and go mixer pro just and I phone xr

@@RivertonPianoCompany all the knobs on the gmpx what should they be set at not using a mic should I use batteries using iOS please help as close to returning and can’t find Roland cs phone number

Hi, @danielkinney! Allegro Credit was bought out by Synchrony bank about a year and a half ago. Currently, there are no specials on the CVP-909GP. When Yamaha does a special (which I would expect to see around the Holiday Season), they do it through Piano Credit Company. Hope that helps!

HI and thanks for watching! To avoid copyright problems, Gary just improvises his performances. The song you are hearing is something he made up just for this video. He's pretty good at it too!

@@RivertonPianoCompany oh, that's really cool! I like it a lot.

He's a genius. Hahaha. Thanks for the question!

Hi and thanks for your comments! We appreciate you watching our videos! Of course - when comparing two top-quality digital pianos - it comes down to personal preference. You should play both of them and see which one you like the sound and touch of best. As for specs, the Roland wins with hundreds more sounds, wood/resin key action, fully modeled piano sound, four-speaker surround sound (vs 2 speaker stereo), and a better bench. Hope that helps!

@@RivertonPianoCompany Thank you so much! Really appreciate you taking the time to give some insight, really appreciate your thorough and high quality reviews! Thank you RivertonPianoCompany.

Glad it helped! Best of luck to you in your piano search!

Yep. There are several strings and several guitar sounds.

Hi, @samuelsmusicallibrary! The Genio system is completely self-contained so you can install it on pianos with humidity control systems and it'll work fine. The electronics will be unaffected. Also - since the system has USB connectivity - it can connect to your computer and interface with software/apps you have onboard. Thanks for watching!

Thank you and thanks for watching!

Yes. It can show multiple lights at once. Most of the videos are showing simple arrangements that appeal to beginner players. More advanced players don't really use the stream lights. ...but, yes, it can do that.

Hi there! I would definitely take a close look at the LX-5. The new speaker system is fantastic! It sounds ALOT better than the 704 (though we love the 704 too)! Worth trying them both out in person!

You will definitely like that action better. Good luck!

Thanks for watching and for your comment! We're glad you enjoyed it!

Si!

@@RivertonPianoCompany quindi se ci collego un mixer e uso gli effetti eco reverbero del Mixer, passano attraverso la scheda audio roland?

Dovrebbero!

Hi there and thanks for your question! You can connect a number of different devices to the GO:Mixer Pro-X, but in its simplest form, you just connect a cellphone (which you can have on a stand) with USB-C. Connect a microphone and instrument(s) to the GMPX. Set your volume levels. ...and begin streaming your video (or recording your video to your computer). You *can* use editing software afterwards if you want, but so many people just stand in front of the camera, give their lesson(s) as they would in class and save the single-take videos for later use. It's a piece of cake!

The new CVPs are amazing, but they do get up there in price sometimes. You might consider one of Yamaha's new CSP models. The CSP-275 in particular is AMAZING. It has the core of a CVP-905, but you operate its features with an iPad. Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4PalYJoea2cba8